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2027 Ford Mustang Mach-E Select Drops Phone-as-a-Key Feature

Ford has removed Phone As A Key capability from the entry-level Select trim of the 2027 Mustang Mach-E after including the digital key feature as standard equipment on the 2026 Select. Shoppers who want smartphone-based locking and starting will now need to step up to at least the Premium trim, even as Ford makes the extended-range battery standard across all models.

Ford Adds Factory-Built Special Service Vehicle Version of the 2027 Mustang Mach-E

Ford is introducing a factory-built Special Service Vehicle (SSV) edition of the 2027 Mustang Mach-E, giving police departments and fleet operators their first turnkey agency package on the electric crossover. Built off the entry-level Select trim, the law-enforcement package bundles dual-motor eAWD, a 91 kWh extended-range battery and performance hardware borrowed from the Mach-E GT.

BMW Raises 2027 iX5 60 xDrive Range Estimate to 450 Miles Ahead of EPA Rating

BMW has bumped its projected EPA driving range for the upcoming 2027 iX5 60 xDrive—the first battery-electric X5—to as much as 450 miles on a charge, a 15-mile gain over the preliminary figure shared at its June reveal. The updated number remains an internal BMW projection rather than a certified federal rating, with official EPA figures expected in the next few weeks.

2027 Ford Mustang Mach-E Adds Trail Package, Makes Extended-Range Battery Standard

Ford is overhauling the 2027 Mustang Mach-E lineup by making the extended-range battery pack standard across every trim and debuting an off-road-inspired Trail Package. The updated electric crossover also introduces a lower-cost front motor designed to match the outgoing unit’s output while keeping retail pricing in check.

Ford Fathom Prototype Spotted at Dearborn HQ With Prominent Front Sensor

Although heavy camouflage continues to conceal most of the truck’s design, the latest prototype sighting reveals a prominent sensor in the front grille and Michelin e-Primacy tires. Ford plans to fully unveil the all-electric pickup in early 2027.

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.

GMC Hummer X Concepts Take Aim at Bronco and Wrangler Territory

While GM emphasized that the concepts are purely design studies with no production plans attached, they offer an intriguing glimpse into how the Hummer brand could evolve in the future.

Xiaomi YU7 GT Sets New Nürburgring Production SUV Lap Record

The high-performance electric SUV completed the Nürburgring Nordschleife in 7 minutes and 34.931 seconds, nearly two seconds faster than Audi’s previous production SUV record.

Hyundai Drops Regular Ioniq 6 in America but Performance N Model Survives

The company confirmed that its EV sedan lineup moving forward will focus solely on the high-performance Hyundai Ioniq 6 N, which is expected to arrive later in limited numbers.

Xiaomi Files 990-HP YU7 GT as New Performance SUV

The YU7 GT features a dual-motor powertrain producing a combined 738 kW (990 horsepower), well above the 508 kW (681 horsepower) output of the current YU7 Max variant.

Do Electric Cars Need a Car Inspection? EV Rules for 2026-2027

Most EVs skip emissions tests but still need a yearly safety inspection in Pennsylvania, New York and North Carolina. See state rules, costs and why EVs fail on tires and brakes.

A refresh instead of buying a new car: when it really makes sense

For a mechanically sound used car, prioritize safety checks, interior and body protection, comfort upgrades, then exterior styling.

AI Is Changing the Used EV Marketplace: What Buyers Should Check Before Trusting a Listing

Artificial intelligence can make the search faster, more personalized, and less intimidating. It cannot replace documentation, inspection, or judgment.

Rivian Stock Slips Despite 30% Monthly Rally Ahead of Earnings

The decline came despite a strong run over the past month, as investors looked ahead to Rivian’s upcoming earnings report and weighed shifting expectations for the EV maker’s near-term financial performance.

Cadillac Optiq Recalled Over Risk Of Tire Tread Detachment

The recall affects more than 22,000 vehicles in total, with nearly 3,700 Cadillac Optiq units impacted.

Lucid Sapphire Edges Porsche Taycan to Become Quickest Car Ever Tested By MotorTrend

MotorTrend noted that despite the sheer performance, the four-door sedan remains a comfortable and refined luxury car.

True Cost of EV Ownership Over 5 Years

Think EVs save you money? We break down the true 5-year EV ownership costs, from charging to maintenance and resale value

Lucid exec teases new off-road SUV with sub-$50K base price

Lucid Motors is preparing to expand its lineup with a mid-size off-road SUV.

Lucid Teases New Gravity SUV Trim with “Dune” Star Timothée Chalamet

The teaser comes amid Lucid’s ongoing push to expand its Gravity lineup.

BYD Hypercar Becomes Fastest EV, Hits 293 mph

BYD’s Yangwang U9 Track Edition redefined the boundaries of electric performance with its recent test run in Germany.