From EV Pulse. A common complaint you hear about electric vehicles is that they are BORING – too heavy, too quiet and too artificial. Critics say EVs are nothing more than appliances with zero soul. Undoubtedly, traditional car people are struggling with the transition to electric cars, but as we learned at X Takeover, an…

From EV Pulse. Built atop the same platform as the Volvo EX90, the Polestar 3 has an entirely different customer in mind. But is this electric crossover the sporty, cool uncle who’ll take you out for your first drink? We take it around Jackson Hole (in literally every weather condition imaginable for September) to find…

From EV Pulse. Magna’s EtelligentCommand is an advanced powertrain solution designed for electric and hybrid vehicles. It enhances vehicle efficiency, performance, and range by optimizing energy distribution between the powertrain components, such as the battery and motor. William Lawrie, Magna’s Vehicle Systems Integration Engineer and EV Pulse’s Craig Cole and take a modified Range Rover…

From EV Pulse. People say electric vehicles require WAY LESS maintenance than combustion-powered cars and trucks, and it’s true, except in one critical area. EVs are smooth, nearly silent, and they deliver instant off-the-line torque, which can be tons of fun, but also a double-edged sword. Tire wear can be a serious concern for electric…

From EV Pulse. Join us for a design deep dive into the Acura Performance EV Concept. Acura Lead Designer Rick Chen takes EV Pulse’s Craig Cole for a one-on-one tour of this vehicle which may hint at what the brand’s next EV will look like. 🔌 Check out our recommendations for the best home EV…

From EV Pulse. Meet the Acura Performance EV Concept. It debuted at Monterey Car Week in August, though this is our first in-person, in-studio look at this vehicle. A production version is expected to come out in late 2025 and it would be the first vehicle built at Honda’s new EV Hub in Ohio. 🔌…

From EV Pulse. There are numerous lithium-ion battery chemistries out there, but in the electric car world, you really need to know about LFP, short for lithium ferro-phosphate or lithium iron phosphate. Already popular for EVs in other parts of the world, LFP is coming to the United States and will compete with the more…

From EV Pulse. The three-row XC90 came to the market in 2002 as the Swedish brand’s entry into the large family crossover segment. Some 22 years later, you can now get one in all electric, and not to spoil the surprise, but it is the Volvo to get if you need that versatility. It’s also…

From EV Pulse. According to the EPA range estimates, the 2024 BMW i5 M60 with the 21-inch wheels should be good for 240 miles of all-electric range. That is in a mixed-case use of mostly city and some highway driving. But in flyover land, much more driving is done on the highway. So how far…

From EV Pulse. It may not look like much, but the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is a fantastic value in the electric vehicle world. This all-electric crossover has a roomy interior, good driving performance, and loads of standard equipment. If you don’t mind the busy looks and aren’t planning any cross-country drives (since this Hyundai…

From EV Pulse. If you own an electric car, it’s wise to follow the 80% charging rule. But as technology evolves, infrastructure improves, and drivers become more educated about the ins and outs of EVs, does the 80% rule still matter? We’ll explain what the rule is and whether you should break it when juicing…

From EV Pulse. If you’re not charging your EV up at home, YOU NEED TO. This is what really unlocks the magic of electric vehicle ownership. You can leave the house every day with a full battery and never worry about public charging. But setting a home charger up can be a real pain. We’ll…