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Ben O'Hare

Ben O'Hare,

Weekend Contributor
ben.ohare@insideevs.com

Ben O’Hare is a college student and writer from Cork, Ireland. From a young age, he has been both a passionate car enthusiast and environmentalist. He fused these two interests when he founded his own brand, Electric Car News, in 2019 whilst still in high school. Electric Car News has a large Instagram following and website, https://electriccarnews.com/. He is also part of an EV-related podcast with another InsideEVs writer, Andrew Lambrecht. 

Articles by Ben O'Hare

Industry Anti-Giga Berlin protesters vandalise Tesla store in Germany

Anti-Giga Berlin protesters vandalise Tesla store in Germany

Protesters used paint bombs and posters to voice their anger against Tesla's latest Gigafactory.
By Brian Potter 1m ago
Technology Audi Q4 e-tron software update results in wide array of improvements

Audi Q4 e-tron software update results in wide array of improvements

Highlights include max charging capability rising to 135 kW and an abundance of new features on the MyAudi app.
By Brian Potter 21 March 2023
Manufacturing / Production New Toyota CEO still wants to prioritise hydrogen over BEVs

New Toyota CEO still wants to prioritise hydrogen over BEVs

Koji Sato will officially take over from Akio Toyoda in April.
By Brian Potter 20 March 2023
Manufacturing / Production Nissan struggling to match Ariya production expectations

Nissan struggling to match Ariya production expectations

The Japanese manufacturer originally expected to build almost 150,000 Ariya EVs this year.
By Brian Potter 13 March 2023
Manufacturing / Production Check out Tesla's new Ultra Red next to old multicoat paint

Check out Tesla's new Ultra Red next to old multicoat paint

Side-by-side, the improvement in quality is clear to see.
By Brian Potter 13 March 2023
Industry Polestar has

Polestar has "different aim to Tesla" and won't engage in price wars

Volvo's subsidiary has maintained its 2023 production target of 80,000 units.
By Brian Potter 06 March 2023
Rumours VW ID.2 due in 2025, will have crossover and R variants

VW ID.2 due in 2025, will have crossover and R variants

The ID.2 will be the electric equivalent of the Polo.
By Brian Potter 06 March 2023
Manufacturing / Production Bentley set to end W12 production in favour of electric powertrains

Bentley set to end W12 production in favour of electric powertrains

Bentley's first EV is due in 2025.
By Ben O'Hare 26 February 2023
Industry Dacia sales VP believes heavy EVs are

Dacia sales VP believes heavy EVs are "unacceptable"

Dacia's first EV, the Spring, weighs just 970 kg.
By Brian Potter 20 February 2023
Recalls Nissan recalls almost 65,000 Leaf EVs due to error in driver's manual

Nissan recalls almost 65,000 Leaf EVs due to error in driver's manual

The manual contained instructions that could lead to decreased defroster performance.
By Brian Potter 13 February 2023
Official Chery to enter UK market with Omoda 5 SUV

Chery to enter UK market with Omoda 5 SUV

The Chinese automaker wants its new Omoda brand to be considered premium and "fashion-focused".
By Brian Potter 13 February 2023
Corporate / Financial Lotus set to go public via SPAC at £4.48 billion valuation

Lotus set to go public via SPAC at £4.48 billion valuation

The automaker will trade under the ticker 'LOT'.
By Ben O'Hare 05 February 2023
Races and Chases Porsche GT4 E-Performance continues world tour, now tearing up ice tracks in Sweden

Porsche GT4 E-Performance continues world tour, now tearing up ice tracks in Sweden

The GT4 e-Performance provides a clear preview of the upcoming Cayman/Boxster EVs.
By Ben O'Hare 05 February 2023
Industry Tesla Model Y wait times increasing in Europe following price cut

Tesla Model Y wait times increasing in Europe following price cut

Demand for Tesla's crossover continues to surge.
By Brian Potter 23 January 2023
Manufacturing / Production GM president reveals why the Corvette E-Ray wasn't fully electric

GM president reveals why the Corvette E-Ray wasn't fully electric

The mild-hybrid E-Ray was unveiled last week.
By Brian Potter 23 January 2023
Pricing Jeep Avenger EV to start at £36,500 in the UK

Jeep Avenger EV to start at £36,500 in the UK

The Avenger was recently crowned European Car Of The Year.
By Brian Potter 23 January 2023
Awards Jeep's first EV named European Car Of The Year

Jeep's first EV named European Car Of The Year

The Avenger will not be sold in the US.
By Brian Potter 16 January 2023
Rumours Fully electric Land Rover Defender reportedly coming in 2025

Fully electric Land Rover Defender reportedly coming in 2025

The electric Defender is expected to have 300 miles of range.
By Brian Potter 02 January 2023
Aftermarket / Tuning Tesla Model 3 hearse revealed by Dutch limo maker

Tesla Model 3 hearse revealed by Dutch limo maker

Electric hearses are becoming increasingly popular.
By Brian Potter 27 December 2022
Rumours NIO reportedly working on six-figure Lucid Air rival

NIO reportedly working on six-figure Lucid Air rival

The luxury saloon will be the EV brand's new flagship model.
By Brian Potter 19 December 2022
Records Tesla Model S Plaid sets new lap record at Willow Springs raceway

Tesla Model S Plaid sets new lap record at Willow Springs raceway

Remarkably, the Plaid beat the previous best time by almost 3 seconds.
By Brian Potter 12 December 2022
Corporate / Financial Mate Rimac says Bugatti joint venture is profitable

Mate Rimac says Bugatti joint venture is profitable "beyond expectations"

The partnership between the two hypercar brands was announced back in July 2021.
By Brian Potter 05 December 2022
Official Armormax reveals bulletproof Jaguar I-Pace

Armormax reveals bulletproof Jaguar I-Pace

The armoured Jaguar EV is the first of its kind.
By Brian Potter 05 December 2022
Industry Fiat promises to keep making small cars in EV age

Fiat promises to keep making small cars in EV age

The Italian marque plans on staying true to its roots.
By Brian Potter 28 November 2022
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