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By Rob Enderle on
General Motors has paused production of its high-end EVs in response to slowing global demand, fierce competition from Chinese automakers, and the realization that affordable models are key to mass-market success.
By Armen Hareyan on
A Chevy Volt owner reveals the the well-known, but not talked-about truth regarding a hidden 12V battery flaw with electric cars dealers know all too well. Yet, they might still charge you to "diagnose" anyway.
By John Goreham on
President Trump held a promotion event at the White House to support Tesla, the leader in American-made electric vehicles. This sure seems to rub left-leaning media outlets the wrong way.
By Mikey Garcia on
The surprising truth behind one driver’s disastrous Chevy Bolt road trip and the surprising lessons it holds for the future of electric vehicles.
By Denis Flierl on
If you are considering a Chevy Equinox EV or any electric car, Andrew Cipriano has a personal story you'll want to read. Andrew's brother asked him to charge his 2024 Chevrolet Equinox for him because he was busy. However, it was not a good experience. 
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is a mysterious engine oil leak cause that will be missed until you notice this one clue of where that hidden oil leak is coming from and why.
By Timothy Boyer on
Summer is here, and that’s when you might discover that used car you just bought is a lemon and can’t be made into lemonade without sinking a lot of money into it. Here are 60 of the worst models to avoid buying used warns Consumer Reports.
By Timothy Boyer on
Looking for a short explanation of which EVs qualify (and why) for tax reduction in 2024? Here is a 10-vehicle list of EVs that made the cut and what it means to Tesla and other EV shoppers.
By Peter Neilson on
Revitalize your Toyota Hybrid with expert NiMH battery repair tips. Outshine Chris Fix by mastering module assessment, corrosion control, and reconditioning.
By Peter Neilson on
From luxury lapses to futuristic fallacies, journey through the tales of 7 hybrid hopefuls that promised green dreams but faded into history's pages.
By Peter Neilson on
US Army's ambitious plan to deploy all-electric tanks hits a roadblock as battery technology struggles to deliver the power required. With no EVs currently on the battlefield, the Army seeks a 20-fold increase in battery charging capabilities. The quest for breakthroughs in the consumer and utility sectors is crucial for the military's vision. Find out the challenges and potential impact on reducing casualties and enhancing stealth capabilities.
By Frank DiMuccio on
BMW has been a leader in automotive innovation since its inception, even going so far as to bolster the engine noise of the i8 to make the ride sound more like a traditional sports car. As they ditch the gas engine altogether, what sound will BMW rely on to engage the driver? It turns out that help from composer Hans Zimmer will influence the symphony of BMWs electric i4 and iX.
By John Goreham on
A new study has determined that the used Chevy Volt EREV has the largest drop in price over the past year. This despite many used vehicles rising in value.
By John Goreham on
GM and EVgo plan to triple the largest public fast charger network.
By John Goreham on
A deep dive by one of the top experts on EV charging perfectly illustrates why affordable battery-electric vehicles are far from the solution for most drivers.
By Eric Way on
GM has faced massive scrutiny for their decision to end the Chevrolet Volt program, and that backlash has come from both Volt proponents and those who claim GM isn't serious about an "all-electric future." Here's why GM was.
By John Goreham on
iSeeCars names three of our favorite green vehicles Best Used Cars for 2020.
By Eric Way on
This is my Chevy Bolt EV story and a buying guide. I discuss what you should consider before purchasing an electric vehicle.
By John Goreham on
The Chevy Volt EREV is still available new. Amazingly, some of these Volts are model year 2018 cars. With dealers about to have 2020 model year cars on the lot as well, deals should be easy to find.
By John Goreham on
Manufacturers are putting the brakes on some of the most-loved electric vehicles in America. We can't get a straight answer why, so tell us your conspiracy theories.
By Dean McManis on
Overall across the globe, EV sales are up, and the future looks bright. But in the U.S. recent changes in national fuel economy and smog requirements have caused EV sales to drop here. Tesla seems to be the only U.S. automaker who is not holding back, and their growing sales numbers show that many buyers want EVs.
By Dean McManis on
If I were making a recommendation of a car to a friend who was interested in buying a used EV, I would definitely choose a Chevy Volt. Here's why.
By Steve Birkett on
Against the backdrop of record Tesla Model 3 deliveries, Chevy Bolt EV sales remained slow but steady in Q2 2019, raising questions about when GM will shift its electrification plans into high gear.
By Steve Birkett on
The popular Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid is GM’s best-selling electric vehicle. It's also one of the contributing factors to lackluster sales of the Chevy Bolt EV in 2019.
By John Goreham on
Heavy discounting and slowing sales by its peers puts the Chevrolet Bolt battery electric car (BEV) back on top in the U.S. market affordable EV sales race.
By Mary Conway on
Chevrolet quietly ended production of its "halo" electric vehicle. The Chevrolet Volt symbolized General Motors' progress in the EV market.
By Ivan Jue on
Bringing Back Chevy Volt from China could help GM to use the Volt as a transitional vehicle for a bit longer, so General Motors may have the time to launch additional electric car offerings.
By Armen Hareyan on
Mark Reuss, could You give us a better explanation of why GM is killing the Volt now? asks Allen Bukoff, an automotive researcher and an avid EV enthusiast in this letter sent to Mark Reuss, the president of General Motors. It's a very interesting letter asking valid questions about untimely termination of Chevy Volt when the new generation of EVs are still two years away from showing up.
By Al Castro on
OPINION ANALYSIS: America’s first plug in hybrid, a segment opening PHEV was put to death recently, the Chevrolet Volt was a cutting edge trailblazing vehicle that bridged the gap between siphoning off gas and waiting for battery technology to improve before pushing on to an all electric car world. So cancelling it seems counterintuitive. It is not. Actually Volt was a great accidental/incidental transition vehicle who’s time came and was way gone.
By John Goreham on
General Motors is slashing its gasoline-powered car operations. Here's what we know so far.