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Future BMW EVs won't exceed 621 miles of range

Future BMW EVs won't exceed 621 miles of range

More range is simply not "necessary," BMW exec believes.
By Brian Potter 16 September 2022
BMW's upcoming Gen6 battery tech to offer 620 miles of range

BMW's upcoming Gen6 battery tech to offer 620 miles of range

The new, cylindrical cells are set to come to market in 2025.
By Brian Potter 16 September 2022
11:30 Ford F-150 Lightning real-world towing test: How far can it go?

Ford F-150 Lightning real-world towing test: How far can it go?

Trucks can lose about 50% of their range while towing. This family wants to see if they can count on that estimate.
By Brian Potter 15 August 2022
2023 Porsche Taycan RWD: InsideEVs 70 mph range test

2023 Porsche Taycan RWD: InsideEVs 70 mph range test

We're the first to test out the Taycan with the new software.
By Brian Potter 15 August 2022
Porsche Taycan software update brings range, charging power gains

Porsche Taycan software update brings range, charging power gains

2020-2022 Taycan owners need to visit a Porsche workshop to bring their older EVs up to the software level of the 2023 Taycan.
By Brian Potter 21 July 2022
09:08 UK: Tyres with low rolling resistance help fuel mileage, hurt wet traction

UK: Tyres with low rolling resistance help fuel mileage, hurt wet traction

Tyre Reviews looks at ways to improve fuel economy with tyre choice.
By Brian Potter 19 July 2022
Tesla Model X and Y reach Mount Everest base camp

Tesla Model X and Y reach Mount Everest base camp

The Teslas reached an altitude of over 5,000 metres (16,400 feet).
By Brian Potter 18 July 2022
11:47 UK: How far will they go - Ferrari 308 vs BMW i3 on £10 worth of energy

UK: How far will they go - Ferrari 308 vs BMW i3 on £10 worth of energy

Not the most scientific test but it's fun to watch.
By Brian Potter 15 July 2022
Tesla Model 3: Efficient on paper, but really depends on the driver

Tesla Model 3: Efficient on paper, but really depends on the driver

If you drive it like you stole it or kick up the heat or AC to the max, it's not going to be that efficient.
By Brian Potter 12 July 2022
22:12 Watch this Tesla Model Y Performance from Germany get range tested

Watch this Tesla Model Y Performance from Germany get range tested

According to Bjørn Nyland, it can go 317 miles at 56 mph.
By Brian Potter 20 June 2022
15:42 UK: Tesla Model Y vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: 375-mile range and charging race

UK: Tesla Model Y vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: 375-mile range and charging race

How do the Ioniq 5 and Model Y stack up when driving at the same speed at the same time on the same roads?
By Brian Potter 16 May 2022
11:01 Watch this VW e-Golf battery degradation test after 6-Years/30k miles

Watch this VW e-Golf battery degradation test after 6-Years/30k miles

The estimated range and battery capacity drop is less than 7%.
By Brian Potter 05 May 2022
Polestar 2 gets slight bump in range, other updates

Polestar 2 gets slight bump in range, other updates

The output of the electric motor increases, too.
By Brian Potter 28 April 2022
VW wants to increase MEB EV range to 435 miles

VW wants to increase MEB EV range to 435 miles

The manufacturer also wants to improve charging speed and take advantage of new battery cell technology.
By Brian Potter 15 April 2022
23:27 UK: Tesla Model 3 and Model Y driven from full battery until they run out

UK: Tesla Model 3 and Model Y driven from full battery until they run out

What happens if you keep driving an EV after it indicates it has no more range to give?
By Brian Potter 11 April 2022
Toyota: The bZ4X is ready for market launch across Europe

Toyota: The bZ4X is ready for market launch across Europe

First customer deliveries are set for this summer.
By Brian Potter 01 April 2022
Electric cars & the race for 1,000 km: Lucid, Mercedes, Tesla & more

Electric cars & the race for 1,000 km: Lucid, Mercedes, Tesla & more

Which automaker will get there first?
By Brian Potter 14 March 2022
Elon Musk: We could’ve made a 600-mile Tesla Model S 12 months ago

Elon Musk: We could’ve made a 600-mile Tesla Model S 12 months ago

It would be some 100 miles more than in the case of the Lucid Air.
By Brian Potter 03 March 2022
27:27 UK: German SUV range test: Audi e-tron vs Merc EQC vs BMW iX

UK: German SUV range test: Audi e-tron vs Merc EQC vs BMW iX

Who wins between the Audi e-tron Sportback, Mercedes EQC and BMW iX in Carwow's latest comparison test?
By Brian Potter 15 February 2022
21:19 UK's Carwow looks at how towing and accessories affect EV range

UK's Carwow looks at how towing and accessories affect EV range

Which do you think is worse for EV efficiency: a ski rack on the car or five people inside?
By Brian Potter 14 February 2022
Lightyear One solar EV boasts remarkable high speed efficiency

Lightyear One solar EV boasts remarkable high speed efficiency

Lightyear recently carried out high speed efficiency testing at 130 km/h or 80.8 mph.
By Brian Potter 01 February 2022
Watch BMW iX M50 range test at autobahn speeds

Watch BMW iX M50 range test at autobahn speeds

The tester tried to average 160 km/h or 99 mph during the test.
By Brian Potter 26 January 2022
UK: Tesla Model 3 winter test: RWD vs. Long Range vs. Performance

UK: Tesla Model 3 winter test: RWD vs. Long Range vs. Performance

Don't know which Tesla Model 3 to pick? This real-world, cold-weather range and charging comparison test may help you decide.
By Brian Potter 14 January 2022
Top 5 budget-priced long range electric cars

Top 5 budget-priced long range electric cars

Can an EV go the distance and not break the bank?
By Brian Potter 13 January 2022
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