New Vehicle Reviews (Page 20)

It has been widely confirmed that Tesla managed to close a record first quarter 2023 in terms of car production and deliveries, even exceeding the expectations set by Wall Street. The electric vehicle giant produced a total of 440,000 cars, surpassing analysts' estimates, which hovered around 420,000 units.

We test the new 2023 Honda Accord’s top powertrain and come away very impressed.

During February 2023 more than 900,000 cars were registered in Europe - an interannual increase of 12% - which shows the recovery of the market after a 2022 marked by problems in the supply of semiconductors. In the first two months of this year, registrations amounted to 1.81 million units, 11% more.

We use the Lectron 48-amp V-box to charge the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning. Here’s how it went.

A cybersecurity team, “Synacktiv”, just won a historic prize at the “Pwn2Own” event, managing to win a Tesla Model 3 and a quarter of a million dollars in cash after successfully ethical-hacking the EV.

In our initial report, we overview the Falken ZIEX CT60 A/S and provide our early impressions of this value-oriented crossover tire.

The German factory is a real source of pride for Tesla: it is already planning its expansion to be able to build up to 750,000 additional units.

We take the 2023 Mazda CX-50 Turbo Premium Plus to the muddiest area we can find to see how this grand touring crossover fares where the pavement ends.

The “Highland” project continues to advance in the development of the new Tesla Model 3. There will be improvements in all aspects, from aesthetic to technological thanks to new software updates.

Tesla's growth has been amazing in recent years, but since the price reduction for its whole gamut was announced last January, things seem to have actually skyrocketed. According to many different sources this first quarter will break all records, which is leading the brand to make unsightly but practical decisions such as delivering cars directly from the transportation trucks.

Smartville, the end-of-life energy storage system, has unveiled its first commercial product, the MOAB energy storage system, at the University of California San Diego Library Annex.

The lithium carbonate industry has experienced significant changes recently: the price for batteries has reached new lows and this is expected to impact the cost of batteries for electric vehicles and electronic devices. The spot price of lithium carbonate for batteries has suffered its biggest drop so far this year, falling below 44,000 dollars/ton.

Tesla's Model S is one of the electric cars with the longest range in the world, according to many different expert sources; but it can still have even more range if the right wheels are chosen.

We compare the cost to power the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning battery-electric pickup truck to that of the F-150 Hybrid 4X4 in an EV-friendly state. The result surprised us.

In a market segment deserted by many competitors, Lexus shines with a new model, introducing a new F Sport H package for ES350 and ES300h models along with a few new interior accouterments. This week I test-drove the 2023 Lexus ES 300h F Sport and this is my review.

The 2023 Mazda CX-50 is ready to make a statement. With a zesty turbo engine, high-class cabin, and pleasing driving experience, Mazda has set a new standard for the compact SUV class. However, it's not without its drawbacks, such as wireless smartphone charging only being offered on top trims and the CX-50 offering less headroom than its predecessor, the CX-5. Yet, the CX-50 manages to deliver refinement and driving joy in a way that only a Mazda can, cementing its place in the compact SUV market.

We run down the list of special equipment that makes the 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel stand out in the crowd.

The 2023 Cadillac CT-4 V-Series Blackwing is a halo car that shows just how good GM is at stealing another competitor’s cheese.

Although Tesla has not confirmed key details such as name or date of arrival of the model (Model 2? Model C? Model Q?), they have actually revealed other important aspects of the future affordable 25,000 dollars electric car.

We provide our driving impressions after having had a week to try out the Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 Winter Performance Tire on a 2023 Cadillac CT-4 V-Series Blackwing. If you are searching for a performance winter tire you need to read this.

The big Investor Day event last Wednesday night revealed the first details of the next generation of Tesla electric cars, but without getting into details about new models or specific launch dates.

Skidplates, full-size spare tire, recovery hooks, and all-terrain tires? Yes, and much more with the 2023 Honda Pilot TrailSport.

After some years of relative calm, Tesla Investor Day on March 1 will apparently recover its revolutionary essence, with many important news and announcements widely expected.

Perovskites are a revolutionary material in the solar panel industry that have been proven to have up to 250% greater efficiency than silicon panels. With the promise of significantly more energy efficiency, companies are racing to develop the technology needed to make use of perovskites in an efficient, cost-effective manner.

A new video reveals in detail what Tesla Cybertruck will be capable of, and look like, with higher ground clearance. Tesla, the California-based world leader in the electric car revolution, is set to release an all-electric vehicle—the Tesla Cybertruck—that will revolutionize the off-road industry and set a new standard for electric vehicles.

The 2023 GMS Sierra 1550 can come in a long list of ways. This is the best way for many.

Over the weekend, a dear friend of the family asked me whether she should buy an EV or some kind of hybrid. She’s a recently widowed older woman that lives alone and does mostly short to medium distance drives around the greater Seattle and Puget Sound region. She lives in a rural part of the county Seattle is in (down a dirt road) and strongly prefers to avoid the gas station as much as possible (if not completely). She is looking at SUVs or crossovers.

Europe is taking the lead in adapting the “Hyperloop”, Elon Musk's innovative idea for freight transport, with the Swiss "Cargo Sous Terrain" (CST) project. The Hyperloop is a high-speed transportation system that was originally presented by Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, in 2013.

The Swiss company, together with Utah State University and ASPIRE, will make possible the implementation of a battery electric train for the first time in the United States. This electric train will be the well-known “FLIRT Akku”, which holds the record for traveling in 100% electric mode without any additional charging.

Here’s the latest on the highest-scoring models from popular domestic brands according to Consumer Report’s newest ratings analysis.