EXPLAINED: 28 - The Real Truth

America’s EV Sales Are Climbing Despite The Chaos

Despite the uncertainties around tariffs and the potential end to the federal clean vehicle credits, the uptake of electric vehicles has continued to grow in the U.S. so far this year. According to market intelligence firm Rho Motion, the U.S. saw a 28% growth in EV sales in the first…

InsideEVs · Mar 13, 2025

Why some Tesla owners are covering up the logo

Elon Musks antics are driving them to distraction.

Creative Bloq · Mar 12, 2025

Kia trolls Tesla with scathing Elon Musk callout

"More automakers need to be capitalising on Tesla's collapse".

Creative Bloq · Mar 11, 2025

Hyundai’s ICCU Problem: Here’s What We Know

If you’re in the market for a new or used Hyundai Ioniq 5, the most popular of the E-GMP-based EVs, there’s a high chance that you ran into the following acronym: ICCU. And those four letters may evoke dread.

InsideEVs · Mar 7, 2025

The Volvo EX90 Will Get A Big Battery Upgrade

Despite its flagship status in Volvo’s lineup of electric models, the EX90 SUV’s high-voltage battery pack is not what I’d call top-tier. That’s because it’s rated at roughly 400 volts, which is fine for most applications, but for a flagship product, it’s behind rivals such as the Kia EV9, Hyundai…

InsideEVs · Mar 7, 2025

You're Worrying About The Wrong EV Batteries

Many of you are worried about the long-term reliability of electric vehicle batteries. I know because you ask me all of the time. Among skeptics and prospective buyers alike, it's one of the first things to come up: Will the battery last? Yet more and more data is showing that…

InsideEVs · Mar 6, 2025

The Kia EV9 Will Soon Be Able To Power Your Entire House

Kia EV9 owners in the United States will soon be able to use their EVs high-voltage battery pack to power their houses during outages thanks to the magic of vehicle-to-home integration. Furthermore, owners can take advantage of low energy rates by powering their house from the car’s battery when rates are…

InsideEVs · Mar 6, 2025

The Kia EV4 GT Should Be Affordable, Fast Sedan With Simulated Gear Shifts

There's something wonderfully subversive about driving a fast electric Kia. Take the 2025 EV6 GT, for example. The latest one brings 601 horsepower (up to 641 hp with full boost), and that should make it good for a zero to 60 mph run of around three seconds. Trust me when…

InsideEVs · Mar 3, 2025

Hyundai, Kia’s Hot Streak For EV And Hybrid Sales Continued In February

It’s that time of the month again. Two Korean brands, more record sales for their hybrids and fully electric models. If that sounds familiar, it’s because it is. U.S. car buyers are increasingly warming up to Hyundai and Kia’s electrified models.

InsideEVs · Mar 1, 2025

Making A Plug-In Hybrid Is A Lot Harder Than You Think

Just make plug-in hybrids! It's obvious. Simple, even. It's the solution. Read enough forums, social media posts and comments and you'll surely learn that for yourself. Automakers seem persuaded. Everyone from Ram to Chevy to Nissan is following along.

InsideEVs · Feb 28, 2025