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Acura describes the vehicle as a ‘segment-defying’ SUV.

By Emily Price

ChargePoint tackles 'connector confusion' and competition from Tesla's Supercharger network with a solution that will support any type of EV charger.

By Joe Hindy

The back-and-forth between car hackers and automaker security designers has resulted in vehicles that are tough to hack, but the chargers that make electric cars go remain vulnerable.

By Neil J. Rubenking
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The high-price 2024 Acura ZDX electric crossover offers lots of power, a sophisticated sense of style, tons of amenities, and excellent driving range.

By Doug Newcomb

The Cybertruck hit a concrete culvert in Houston, catching fire and killing its driver. Federal regulators are now asking Tesla for more information.

By Kate Irwin
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The 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV offers remarkable off-road capabilities and excellent battery tech, though its big size and high price ultimately give it niche appeal.

By Doug Newcomb

NY's Lake Shore is in the midst of a state-mandated switch to electric buses. We hop aboard to get the next generation's take on their new rides and try to unravel the political pushback.

By Emily Dreibelbis
4.0

Apple Maps is closing the navigation app gap with easy-to-read icons, temperature readings, air quality reports, an impressive 3D Flyover mode, and better privacy protection than Google Maps.

By Jordan Minor

Plaintiffs argue that Autopilot isn't as safe as it should be.

By Emily Price

It’s easy to install and compatible with virtually any car model. Only on sale through August 4.

After delaying plans to offer more all-electric trucks, Ford delivers a crowd-pleasing hybrid.

By Emily Dreibelbis

Tesla issues an over-the-air fix for vehicles, including the Model Y, Model 3, Model S, and Model X, because their software may not notify drivers if the front hood isn't fully closed.

By Kate Irwin

If you're traveling to a new place, would like to shorten your daily commute, or want to find the lowest gas price, check out the best map apps we've tested.

By Jordan Minor

Most of us know that water and electricity don't mix, but some drivers were wrapping cool, damp towels around Tesla Supercharger handles to speed up charging. Surprise, that's a bad idea.

By Joe Hindy

A report from Sens. Markey and Wyden document how GM, Honda, and Hyundai used dark-pattern interfaces to collect data and market it to data brokers.

By Rob Pegoraro

Users can explore a beta version of Maps on Safari and Chrome on Mac and iPad, as well as Chrome and Edge on Windows PCs via beta.maps.apple.com.

By Jibin Joseph

Meanwhile, though he supports Donald Trump, Musk has paused plans to build a new factory in Mexico, given the GOP nominee's promise to impose a hefty tariff on imports.

By Emily Dreibelbis

Secretary Pete talks about 'doing in a matter of years what took decades to build up' with electric vehicles, making peace with his hybrid minivan, and what he thinks Elon Musk is doing right.

By Rob Pegoraro

Tesla's CEO has been talking about a $25,000 EV for years and says it's still happening. But he was light on details in an earnings call to avoid dissuading buyers from purchasing its current vehicles.

By Emily Dreibelbis

The Origin dropped the steering wheel and incorporated 'campfire' seating. But after a rough 2023, GM-backed Cruise will instead rely on a more affordable and well-known passenger car.

By Emily Dreibelbis