Electric : Car News And Reviews

The first time we talked about Lunaz Designs was last summer when it unveiled the electrified Jaguar XK120. That car is beautiful and is a rolling work of art. The company has now announced that it’s building electrified classic Range Rover vehicles.

If there’s one thing you can count on with new vehicles is that they almost always see price increases from year to year. Subaru has announced the price is going up for the 2021 Crosstrek Hybrid, but the good news is it’s only gone up to $200 compared to the previous year.

Chevrolet has something very interesting that it’s showing off at SEMA360, 2020’s virtual SEMA tradeshow. On the surface, it looks like a painstakingly restored 1977 K5 Blazer. Under the hood, the vehicle is completely different than when it was stock giving up its 400 cubic-inch V8 engine for a new eCrate package.

Ford is teasing a new version of the world’s best-selling cargo van, the Transit, called the E-Transit. Ford will be offering the pure-electric van in a time when many cities, particularly in Europe, are imposing ever-stricter standards for emissions in congested city areas.

After much anticipation, GMC has finally revealed the design, specs, and pricing for its all-new Hummer EV. Unlike the gas-guzzling Hummers of the past, this truck is a pure-electric, mean, green machine. GMC is touting the Hummer EV as a “supertruck,” and given its impressive specs, tech, and capabilities, I think this is one case where the marketing isn’t hyperbole.

Porsche has announced updated 2021 models for its Panamera four-door sports car line. Sitting at the top of the lineup is the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid. The vehicle has an increased gross battery capacity of 17.9 kWh giving a pure electric driving range of up to 31 miles.

The Tesla Model X combines the space of a crossover with the power of a sports car – especially when it’s been tricked out in Performance trim with Ludicrous mode. One lucky entrant will win this car while helping to support veterans’ and children’s charities.

The EV market is highly competitive, and with the exception of maybe Tesla, buyers choose less expensive configurations since EVs currently tend to cost more than traditional automobiles. A new dealer document has leaked that shows as of September 29, Ford has reduced the price on the Mach-E range. 

Nissan says in extreme weather or a natural disaster, power could be out for 24 to 48 hours on average. During that time, their custom RE-LEAF EV could be used as a mobile power station in emergencies.

Hyundai has unveiled a prototype electric performance car known officially as the RM20e Racing Midship Sports Car. Based on a Veloster N body, the vehicle is entirely electric and uses a rear-wheel-drive platform that puts its motor midship to help with handling, balance, and agility.

Lucid Motors has officially confirmed details on its first electric vehicle that will come to the market, the Lucid Air. The electric vehicle sounds very impressive on paper, promising up to 1080 horsepower in the Air Dream Edition, a dual-motor all-wheel-drive configuration.

When people need to move a large family, SUVs are all fine and good, but they aren’t always the most spacious or comfortable inside, and often the fuel economy leaves a lot to be desired. Some shoppers who don’t like SUVs still turn to minivans and one of the best and most popular is the Chrysler Pacifica, which has been revamped for 2021.

What you’re looking at is the first factory-made electrified Jeep Wrangler in the history of the venerable vehicle. While the off-roader is now greener and can drive up to 25 miles on electricity alone, it still features the same off-road Trail Rated capabilities as other Wrangler models.

Porsche CEO Oliver Blume has announced that the automaker is delaying the Cross Turismo version of the Taycan electric sports car. Blume said the company isn’t canceling the project. The company just wants to focus their efforts on producing the regular Taycan models that are already available and have been extremely popular with both buyers and reviewers.

Made from 2009 to 2015, the first-generation Toyota Venza established a small, but loyal following. But its squashed minivan styling limited its appeal in a market that was moving towards the car-like character of crossovers. Thus, the Venza went away back in 2015.