#Best Electric Cars 2025

Polestar Eyes LFP Batteries as It Targets a Climate-Neutral Car by 2035

Swedish EV maker Polestar is looking at lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery technology to help meet its 2035 target for a zero-emission production car, Head of Sustainability Fredrika Klarén said. Every current model in the Swedish brand’s lineup relies on nickel manganese cobalt cells, and the company has not yet named a launch timeline for an LFP-equipped vehicle.

Nio Firefly Gets CATL Qilin Battery With 560 km of CLTC Range

The larger battery uses nickel-cobalt-manganese cells and adds 140 km of claimed range over the original 42-kWh pack, which is supplied by Sunwoda and uses lithium iron phosphate cells.

Rivian’s August EV Registrations Rose 33% as Electric Van Demand Surged

The company ranked second behind Tesla, with its electric vans helping offset a steep decline in R1S registrations.

Wuling Bingo EV Family Surpasses 800,000 Sales in China

The milestone comes as the Bingo Pro, introduced earlier this year, has become the family’s best-selling model, according to GM Authority’s report on the announcement from SAIC-GM-Wuling.

Rivian R1S and Volvo EX90 Earn IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Ratings for 2026

Both are fully electric, three-row luxury SUVs that met the institute’s requirements for crash protection, headlights and front crash prevention systems.

Stellantis CEO Says More EVs Are Coming to the U.S. Market

CEO Antonio Filosa said at the Paris Motor Show that Stellantis will keep bringing new electric vehicles to the U.S., even as its latest strategy shifts more attention back to combustion powertrains. Filosa said the automaker expects EV sales to grow over the long term and will continue launching electric models based on consumer demand rather than government regulations.

Chevy Drops Cheapest 2027 Silverado EV From Retail Lineup

The 4WT started at $56,095, including destination charges, but its removal leaves the LT Standard Range as the entry-level option for private customers, with a starting price of $64,495.

Lucid Air Lease Starts at $699 a Month as Automaker Pushes Lower-Cost Offers

The offer gives qualifying customers a lower-cost entry point into the luxury electric sedan, while higher-performance Touring and Grand Touring versions are also available through separate lease deals.

2027 GMC Hummer EV Pickup Loses $3,995 Spare Tire and Recovery Package

Buyers can still order the truck’s renamed Off-Road Package, which retains its core trail hardware, but the additional spare and recovery items are no longer available through GMC’s factory-listed options.

Trump Administration Slashes 2031 CAFE Target to 34.9 MPG

The previous standard was projected to reach 50.4 mpg, meaning the new rule substantially reduces the fuel economy target automakers will have to meet.

Nissan Chairman Expects Chinese Automakers to Reach U.S. in About Five Years

He also warned that Chinese brands are rapidly expanding elsewhere in the Americas, putting pressure on established automakers to reduce costs and prepare for increased competition.

Rivian Secures Washington Dealer License, Expanding Direct Sales Operations

Rivian employees, partners and supporters gathered in Seattle on September 15 to mark the completion of a multi-year effort involving the company’s policy, legal, communications and field operations teams.

Rivian Recalls Nearly 99,000 EVs Over Rearview Camera Software Bug

More than 95% of the affected vehicles have already received the software fix through over-the-air updates, meaning most owners will receive recall notices after the issue has already been addressed.

BYD Seagull Gets a Bigger Cabin and New Interior Design for Its Second Generation

The redesigned electric hatchback will also be substantially larger, measuring 425 mm (16.7 inches) longer than the current model and gaining a fifth seat.

GM’s Buick Electra Hits 150,000-Unit Production Milestone in China

The 150,000th vehicle was a 2026 Buick Electra E7 plug-in hybrid, which also reached 30,000 units produced as the Electra portfolio continues expanding across several vehicle types and powertrains.

GM CEO Mary Barra Earned $48.2 Million in 2025, Ranking Third Among Auto CEOs

Barra’s realized compensation increased 61.7% from the $29.8 million reported for 2024, with stock options and equity awards accounting for much of the increase.

Ford Recalls 86 Mustang Mach-E SUVs Over Battery Software Issue

The recall covers vehicles built between July 3, 2023, and August 26, 2025.

3 Reasons Rivian Could Be Better Positioned for Its Next Growth Phase: Motley Fool

Three factors highlighted in a recent Motley Fool analysis are Rivian’s liquidity, its relatively limited shareholder dilution and its progress toward gross profitability. Together, they provide context for the company’s ability to fund operations while scaling its business.

Rivian’s R2 Ramp Faces Questions as Citi Flags Production Challenges

The analysts point to Rivian’s existing factory utilization and the production ramp expected at its future Georgia facility as key factors behind their concerns.

Lucid Is a Penny Stock Again, But LCID Is Still Not a Buy: Barchart

The stock remains far above its July low, when shares briefly plunged to $2.37 amid the bankruptcy speculation, but much of the recovery has since disappeared. Lucid rejected those rumors, and the company continues to have substantial liquidity. Still, investors have plenty of reasons to remain cautious.