#Consumer Reports
Latest EV news tagged #Consumer Reports

Ford Confirms Mustang Mach-E Won’t Move to New EV Platform
In testing conducted by Car and Driver, the 2027 Chevy Bolt RS outperformed the 2026 Nissan Leaf Platinum+ across several key categories, including performance, driving dynamics, technology, and overall usability.

Polestar 4 Drops Rear Window in Bold Shift to Camera Visibility
The move signals a bold shift in vehicle design, trading traditional visibility for sensors, software, and expanded field-of-view technology.

Slate Auto Raises $650M to Launch Low-Cost Electric Pickup
The Series C round, led by TWG Global, brings the startup’s total funding to roughly $1.4 billion, with production targeted to begin later this year and preorders expected to open in June.

Rivian Bets R2 SUV Is the Key to Profitability as Cash Burn Mounts
The lower-priced model is scheduled to launch in the first half of 2026 and is expected to reach customers by midyear.

Polestar Closes Final Physical Shop in China After Selling Just 69 Cars This Year
The Swedish-Chinese premium EV brand said it will now focus primarily on online sales.

Top 10 EV FAQs Answered in 2025
EVs in 2025: Get expert answers to the 10 most frequently asked questions about electric vehicles, technology, and ownership.

Zeekr and Neta Accused of Faking EV Sales with ‘Zero-Mileage Used Cars’
Both brands allegedly recorded vehicle sales prematurely by insuring unsold inventory and passing them off as delivered units.

BMW i4 M50: A Silent Speed Machine?
Quiet yet powerful, the i4 M50 proves EVs can be exhilarating—its dual-motor powertrain and dynamic tune offer thrilling speed in silence.

Lucid Reports 3,309 Deliveries and 3,863 Vehicles Produced in Q2 2025
The numbers mark a steady operational pace for the EV maker.

Xiaomi EV Delivers 25,000 Vehicles in June as YU7 SUV Demand Surges
Xiaomi is now preparing for the apparent success of the YU7 crossover.

BMW Halts U.S. EV Production Due to Tariff Concerns, Current Prices Remain
Tariff tensions prompt BMW to suspend its U.S. EV output while assuring buyers that existing prices will be honored.

Trump Administration Eases Auto Tariffs Before Planned Increase
Facing industry pressure, the administration rolls out partial tariff relief to help domestic carmakers offset rising trade costs.

New Research from EV.com Shows Rising Consumer Demand for Electric Cars
New research from EV.com reveals consumer enthusiasm for electric vehicles is on the rise, with affordability and environmental concerns influencing purchasing decisions.

EV Sales Rise 11% in U.S. During Q1; Tesla Reports 9% Decline
Despite a decline in Tesla’s Q1 sales, the U.S. EV market continued its upward trend in 2025. Which automakers led the charge in the first part of the year?

New Model Y Inventory Appears in U.S. Immediately After Launch – A Sign of Weak Demand?
Tesla’s latest Model Y hits inventory immediately after release sparking speculation about market interest.
Hyundai IONIQ 6 Undergoes Facelift, N Performance Variant Confirmed
The updated Hyundai IONIQ 6 arrives with fresh design tweaks and a high-performance N model. Let’s take a closer look.
Hyundai Motor Group Commences IONIQ 9 Production at Georgia Facility
Hyundai Motor Group begins IONIQ 9 production in Georgia, boosting EV manufacturing in the U.S.

Tesla Cybertruck Discounts: Price Cuts, Incentives, And Strategic Shifts
Tesla’s First-Ever Inventory Discounts And New Incentives Aim To Energize Cybertruck Sales Amidst Fluctuating Demand And Stiff Competition

Volvo Hits Major Electrification Milestone: Nearly 50% Of Global Sales Are EVs In 2024
Volvo’s EV Sales Soar 54%, Leading Europe’s Electric Shift Despite U.S. And China Challenges

Tesla Cybertruck Secures Homologation In China: A Key Step Into The Chinese Market
Achieving A Key Energy Consumption Certification, Tesla’s Cybertruck Teases Potential Entry Into The Chinese Market