The tides are turning for the automotive industry, and trucking sure ain’t what it used to be. As a traditionalist, there are many things that I personally don’t feel need to be reinvented––if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, you know what I mean? Now, as a truck enthusiast who is also a traditionalist, you […]
Category: EVs
Honda Joins the EV Race, and Some of Its Plans Might Surprise You
You may have noticed an electric vehicle race happening among manufacturers. Everyone’s joining in, even the unexpected contenders. Ram is participating with their 2024 Ram 1500 EV. Chevy has its Silverado EV. There’s an electric Hummer, an electric Cadillac, an electric Mustang…the list goes on. That’s not even to mention the major backorder happening of […]
Road Trip Through Prehistoric Times in the Futuristic 2023 Chevy Bolt EV
There is talk that the ICE age is coming to an end. The Internal Combustion Engine is a prehistoric option compared to the electric motor, which sees itself firmly planted in our future. This is in part thanks to so many automotive manufacturers greenlighting the change to more energy-efficient options. Take, for instance, the new […]
The Kia EV6 Is Named 2023 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year
The automotive industry is filled with accolades and honors that add prestige to models, give automakers bragging rights and brand recognition, and engineer confidence in drivers choosing an award-winning model over a rival. As drivers, we like the idea of investing in a car, truck, or SUV that’s earned high praise because we know it’s […]
Am I Cut Out to Be an EV Driver?
It’s fairly obvious that the automotive industry is shifting in one direction with the emergence of EV after EV. From luxury brands like Cadillac and Lexus to American favorites like Chevy and Ford, it seems as though electric vehicles will be the only options available in the next few years. So, what does that mean […]
Off-Roading Goes Electric: Jeep EVs and the Path Less Traveled
For off-roading enthusiasts, the Jeep brand is guaranteed to come up in any conversation about which vehicles are the best for tackling tough terrain. A few notable features are necessary to partake in such adventures, and Jeep is known to provide them. Four-wheel drive, an elevated ground clearance, underbody skid plates, and tires that can […]
Subaru Moves Sun and Earth for the 2023 Solterra
You don’t need a master’s degree in Latin to figure out the thinking behind the name of Subaru’s latest model. By combining the words for Sun and Earth, Subaru is signaling that this new vehicle is dedicated to protecting both keys to life on Earth. The 2023 Solterra represents Subaru’s commitment to building an EV […]
The EV Future of the Mustang
At first glance, it looks like a Mustang with the iconic three-bar taillights and Mustang badging…but wait. Maybe the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E doesn’t look familiar. One of the first things you’ll notice when seeing a Mach-E on the road is the bodystyle. Unlike Mustang coupes of the past, the EV comes to us wrapped […]
What Does the Silverado EV Mean for the Future of Chevy Trucks?
Walk into a Chevy truck dealer in 2035, and things are going to be quite different than they are today. Why? Because that is the date Chevy has set to eliminate all gasoline and diesel vehicles from its lineup. Now, 2035 is still over a decade out, and a lot could change in that time, […]
Chevy Moves Further Towards an All-Electric Future With the Equinox EV
In the rotation of water cooler talk, few subjects are as exhausted as the skyrocketing price of gasoline. Think back to when the last time was that you did NOT complain about the pain at the pump. The more time goes on, the less likely we will ever see the cost of fuel significantly lower. […]
Chevy’s Ultium Platform, the Chevy Bolt, and the Company’s Bright All-Electric Future
If you see a Chevy Bolt for sale, you might think you’re looking at just another battery electric vehicle (BEV); think again. The Chevy Bolt represents the culmination of a new strategy enacted by General Motors built on the Ultium platform, designed specifically for their all-electric lineup. Automakers are always looking toward technology and innovation […]
All About Ultium: GM’s Road to Carbon Neutrality
In early 2021, GM made a pledge that would drastically shift the direction of the corporation: to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040. To reach this lofty target, all of their vehicles powered by gasoline or diesel fuel will be supplanted by zero-emissions vehicles by 2035. This plan has started to materialize in the form of […]
Flashy Trend or Reputable Classic: Tesla vs Ford
There are two kinds of people when it comes to vehicle owners: those who are intrigued by the new, flashy vehicles and those who prefer to rely on brands that have proven their reliability over time. It isn’t about wrong or right but what appeals to a person at the time. Your brother, on the […]
Chevy Strikes Twice With Two Affordable All-Electric Vehicles: Meet the Bolt EV and EUV
With gas prices remaining high around the country, many drivers are looking to save money by going electric. Fortunately, public superchargers are becoming more plentiful, making buying a BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) more practical than ever. However, due to high demand, BEVs can come with a shocking price tag, making them significantly more expensive than […]
Who is the Mustang Mach-E for?
What does it mean to be legendary? A legend can be somebody who sacrificed themselves for a greater cause, or it could be a musician that everybody obsesses over. The number of times I’ve heard someone call Robert Plant from Led Zeppelin a legend makes me wonder: is there a reason we call something legendary? […]
Buy a Ford and Save the World: Ford’s Commitment to an Electric Future
When American auto giant Ford announced that it planned to use exclusively renewable energy by 2035, a lot of eyebrows were raised. Is it even possible to manufacture a vehicle using, as Ford put it, “100-percent locally sourced renewable energy?” Then Ford put its money where its mouth is, investing $11.5 billion towards its electric […]
Going for Green With the 2024 Chevy Blazer EV
While the world faces the crisis of climate change, Chevy has shown their commitment to producing vehicles with cleaner, alternative fueling solutions. It’s never been more important for automakers to create offerings like the 2024 Chevy Blazer EV, which will hit the market in the summer of 2023. This is the first battery electric vehicle […]
The 2023 Nissan LEAF: Intelligently Keeping You Safe
When I think of the advent of electric vehicles and the impact it has had on the automotive industry, my mind instantly wanders to the idea that vehicles are simply no more than computers on wheels. I’m not discussing the electric powertrain either, mind you–I’d like to discuss how modern-day electric vehicles, such as the […]
What You Need to Know About the Upcoming Chevy Blazer EV Trims
Chevrolet’s stylish and sporty midsize SUV is getting an all-electric spin-off in the form of the 2024 Chevy Blazer EV. This EV is a distinct model with a newly-designed interior and body shape. While it does have some of the same trim names as the gas-powered version 2023 Blazer, there are some pretty significant changes. […]
The 2024 Chevy Blazer EV Is Coming, but What Does It Bring to the Table?
Slowly but surely, more models from esteemed manufacturers are trying their hand in the realm of EVs. Chevy’s first foray into electric vehicles began with the launch of the Bolt EV, followed by the Bolt EUV a few years later. Now, we’re seeing the list of Chevy EVs grow once again with the introduction of […]