From InsideEVs. The BMW iX3 is a tech powerhouse, with 400 miles of estimated EPA range and 400 kilowatt charging. We caught up with two BMW engineers to learn how it all came together. In these two uncut interviews, we learn about the BMW Neue Klasse platform’s new battery cells, its cell-to-pack approach and why…
From InsideEVs. Bust out those skinny jeans because Donald Trump is taking fuel economy rules back to 2013. This week, Patrick and Tim explain why the rollback of CAFE standards won’t actually make your car cheaper. Tim recaps his time in the extremely impressive BMW iX3, and the guys discuss whether it can succeed in…
From InsideEVs. There’s a saying down in Texas: if you don’t like the weather, just wait a few minutes for it to change. But when you’re investing in tires for your electric vehicle, you want something that’s going to be ready for a variety of temperatures and weather conditions. And let’s face it: not all…
From InsideEVs. BMW’s best electric SUV ever is launching at a weird time for EVs in America. But can it overcome the EV slowdown? With 400 miles of range, ultra-fast 400 kilowatt charging and a whole bunch of new tech, the 2027 BMW iX3 has a great shot at success. Plus, as we learned when…
From InsideEVs. When the Kia EV9 went on sale last year, it brought battery power and a healthy dose of gravitas to one of America’s favorite vehicle segments: three-row SUVs. Its 300+ mile range, comfortable ride and a cavernous interior, along with competitive pricing, made it a finalist for last year’s InsideEVs Breakthrough Awards. For…
From InsideEVs. Today the EV battery world was dominated by two main chemistries: nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) and lithium iron phosphate (LFP). The first is high-performing and pricier, the second is cheaper but can’t hold as much energy or charge as quickly. General Motors is betting on lithium manganese rich (LMR) batteries to split the…
From InsideEVs. This week, Patrick and Tim break down two big electric debuts: the Porsche Cayenne EV and Jeep Recon. Can an electric sibling to the Wrangler be a hit—even with only 250 miles of range? Plus, they recap some new research about EV battery health and explain why you shouldn’t worry about replacing the…
From InsideEVs. Hyundai has one major problem in America, and the Crater shows it’s serious about fixing it. Hyundai sales in the U.S. have exploded over the last decade and a half. The brand has made inroads with affordable, well-designed products packed with standard features, a strategy that has gotten it this far. But if…
From InsideEVs. With over 1,000 horsepower on tap and blisteringly fast charging speeds, Porsche’s Cayenne EV is here to impress. Put simply, the Cayenne is Porsche’s most advanced electric car yet, and it can certainly hold its own against rivals from the United States and China—at least when comparing numbers on a piece of paper. Two…