Tag: Driven
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What You Need To Know About Hyundai’s NACS Transition
Wanting to snag a new Ioniq 5? There's plenty to know about the 2025, consisting of the reality that it will be the very first non-Tesla to have the new J3400/NACS port! But there are some catches. If you want to charge as quick as possible … Do not utilize a Tesla station, a minimum…
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Feature Deep Dive | 2025 Volvo EX90
Cars are ending up being far more than just easy transport and Volvo's brand-new flagship model is a terrific example of that! The EX90 is built off a lot of past understanding but is pressing automobile innovation forward in a number of manner ins which ultimately have really little to do with driving the vehicle.…
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Plugged In – EVBG’s New Weekly Newscast!
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2024 Mach E | Blue Cruise 1.3 and Faster Charging
For 2024 the Mustang Mach E sees a mix of hardware and software changes that, combined, make the Mach E more compelling as longer distance EV in a really largely jam-packed crossover segment. BlueCruise continues to be improved and version 1.3 sees its very first appearance on the 2024 Mach E before making its way…
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2025 Audi Q8 eTron Review | A Farewell Tour
The calling convention has actually been a little less than constant however throughout it's life-span the eTron/Q8 eTron has been early on the scene and a quality offering from folks who wanted a very different experience than Tesla needs to offer. It might be on it's escape but if you're interested you can still grab…
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The Luxury Tank With A Plug | 2023 Range Rover Sport Plug In Hybrid Review
While we all wait excitedly for the first full electric Range Rover (which must be coming soon), JLR has actually crafted the next finest thing: a plug in hybrid Variety Rover Sport with 51 miles of EV variety, DC quickly charging, AND a full-sized spare tire. If you're trying to find the supreme plug in…
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NEW DATA! Here’s How Many Tesla Owners ACTUALLY Go Back To Gas… It’s Not Many.
So how many Tesla owners * REALLY * went back to gas? Well, thanks to among our audiences, we went out hands on the best data possible and the answer is: Few. In 2023, simply 11% of Tesla owners that switched into something else returned to gas. Yep, 11%, not "over half" as some reporting…
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Lectron Vortex Plus | The First NACS-CCS Adapter To Gain UL Certification
Lectron simply sent us their upgraded J3400 (NACS) to CCS charge adapter and it's the first DC charging adapter to be UL certified to their brand-new screening standards. The most important of those specifications is this brand-new physical interlock mechanism. All CCS vehicles lock the CCS connector in place when charging, however up till now,…
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Jeep Updates The Wrangler for 2024
For 2024 the Wrangler gets a variety of key upgrades, the greatest ones are: a basic 12.3-inch infotainment system, available power seats, basic side drape air bags, wider schedule of the plug in hybrid system, a brand-new 8,000 pound winch, updated rear axles and a 100:1 crawl ratio. That should keep some Broncos in the…
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Plugged In News – BMW’s New EV, ChargePoint Goes NACS, Mickey Geta An EV! – EP2
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2026 Cadillac Lyriq V First Look – The Quickest Caddy Ever
Forget the Blackwing if you want to win a race to 60 miles per hour and get a Lyriq rather, specifically the new Lyriq V which has 615 HP and 650 lb-ft of twist that ought to get this to highway speeds in just 3.3 seconds, about 1/10th quicker than the 668 HP CT5-V Blackwing…
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Cadillac LYRIQ V Launch 0-60
Caddy's Lyriq V is pretty quick, and here's how you launch it. EV Tax Credits Explained: The Mountain Garden: Buy Merch! Follow us on Facebook:
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The 2024 Polestar 2 Gets Bigger Batteries And More Powerful Motors
For those questioning how Polestar was going to keep their range fresh, now we understand! For 2024 Polestar is bringing a bunch of updates including brand-new batteries, motors, inverters, a new front bumper style, more power and a brand-new RWD model. Yep, the practical FWD single motor version is dead! Also on tap is faster…
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Tesla Powered Volvo | C40 Recharge Road Trip
Can electrical cars do trip? Where do you stop and charge at? How much does it cost? Well the responses may (or may not) surprise you however with over 800 miles on the roadway I can formally call this a trip with a fun twist; just charging at Superchargers! Volvo and many others are gaining…
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The First 8-Seat SUV With A Plug Is The 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV | First Drive Review
It's tough to believe it, but aside from BEV buses and BEV vans, the CX-90 is the very first anything to have 3 rows, 8 seats, and offer any kind of EV variety. On top of that the CX-90 plug in hybrid even has an extra tire! It's all made possible by Mazda's brand-new RWD…
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Supercharging A Kia EV9 Shows That Tesla Isn’t Ready For The 800V Revolution… Yet.
If you were hoping that Supercharger gain access to would reinvent EV charging, well … There are a couple of things you ought to understand. If you have a "400V" EV then yep, Superchargers are the place to go for dependable charging with brief cables and free adapters. If on the other hand you have…
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Acura’s RSX Prototype Shows The Future Of Acura EVs And Acura Styling
Acura has provided us valuable little detail aside from saying the new RSX would be an RSX, that it would be electrical, AWD, and have a double wishbone suspension. It'll likewise be built in the U.S.A. and … That's about it. EV Tax Credits Explained: The Mountain Garden: Buy Merch! Follow us on Facebook:
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The 2026 Sony Honda Afeela Is Half Honda, Half Sony, And All In On HUGE Screens
Want a car with an LCD in the front bumper? How about one that's also a Playstation? Well, Sony Honda Movement has the response in the upcoming "Afeela" which is a weird name however a fascinating automobile. If you like devices that is. The rest people? We're waiting on the Electric Pilot. EV Tax Credits…
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2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz Charge Test | Is VW’s New Bus Road-Trippable?
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Chevy Silverado EV RST 2024/25 | The Ultimate Truck? (EV Or Otherwise)
When it comes to trucks the "essential" functions are more extensively discussed than you might believe. There are those who won't even think about an EV truck a real truck and with that I have to disagree. While the Silverado EV is certainly A LOT of vehicle it does quite a bit with all that…
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2024 Kia EV9 First Look! | Kia’s 3-Row Rivian Alternative?!
Although we do not have pricing yet, you can wager that Kia's EV9 will be less than the Rivian R1T, Tesla Design X, and EQS SUV, the three primary options in the EV world that have a usable 3rd row at the moment. Sure, you can get one in the Model Y, however it's an…
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The ALSO TM-B | The First But Not Last From Also
ALSO has released their first product in what is most likely going to be a larger family; the TM household including the TM-B. This e-bike is unlike any other due to the fact that the pedals aren't mechanically linked to the rear wheel. That's right, when you're pedaling you're functioning as the generator and the…
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Nissan’s 2023 Leaf Is The Pragmatic & Affordable EV Nobody Seems To Want
Often the butt of jokes and the object of Tesla owner's refuse, the Nissan Leaf is really a strong EV. The price is right, the automobile is most likely cost a revenue, the performance numbers are high and the interior is useful and roomy. The difficulty is: the Leaf isn't as exciting as a Tesla.…
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Can The 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Bring Back The Sedan With Long Range and Fast Charging?
361 miles of variety, 18 minute fast charging. If you ever required a factor to think about a brand-new EV, that's a strong argument. Hyundai arrived by making one of the most effective sedans in America, tying with the significantly more expensive Lucid Air and by utilizing a native 800V architecture laser concentrated on quick…
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2026 Volvo ES90 Reveal | Volvo’s Quick Charging, Long Range… Sedan?
Loading a huge battery under a smooth sedan isn't the simplest thing to do, so rather, Volvo chose to raise the roofing and make the new ES90 more of a sportback/liftback/hatchback/ crossover thing? In any case they are promising over 400 miles of WLTP variety, remarkably quick charging, next-generation processing ability and a roomier interior…
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Nissan’s Dual-Motor AWD EV Is FINALLY Here! | 2023 Nissan Ariya AWD First Drive Review
THIS is the Ariya we have actually all been awaiting: the 389 horse power model with a 4.8 second 0-60 time, wide tires and still a huge practical cargo area. Unfortunately in the time that it's taken Nissan to get the long awaited Ariya to market the competitors hasn't decreased. In spite of turning over…
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Here’s How You’ll Charge Your Ford At A Tesla Supercharger Station!
Ford has opened pre orders for the complimentary NACS/J3400 to CCS charging adapter! That implies soon Ford Mach Es and Lightnings will be Supercharging at V3 stations. Here's everything you need to understand, consisting of which stations will deal with your Ford! (It has to do with 2/3 of the plugs but about 1/3 of…
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Alex and Travis Check Out The Honda Collection!
Everybody state hello to Travis who will be directing things here on EV Purchasers Guide to help us get to the next level. We're working on a weekly show format with EV advice, news, reviews, and more! EV Tax Credits Explained: The Mountain Garden: Buy Merch! Follow AoA on Facebook:































