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Ford’s F-150 Lightning, once a symbol of the automaker’s EV ambitions, now faces an uncertain future amid falling sales and high costs. As production pauses, Ford looks ahead to its next-generation $30,000 electric truck and a new EV platform.

The 2026 BMW i4 brings major upgrades in range, efficiency, and performance. A new silicon carbide inverter boosts the eDrive40 to over 300 miles, while the new 593-hp i4 M60 replaces the M50, offering faster acceleration, better range, and smarter charging tech.

BMW has teamed up with Samsung SDI and Solid Power to advance solid-state battery development. Samsung SDI will handle cell integration while Solid Power provides solid electrolytes, aiming for higher energy density, faster charging and safer EV batteries.

The $45,000 Rivian R2 SUV will feature vehicle-to-home capability, enabling it to power an entire house. Equipped with new 4695 battery cells and bidirectional charging, the R2 offers affordable backup energy and a 300-mile range, set to launch in 2026.

As EV demand softens after the end of the $7,500 tax credit, Tesla is offering gas and hybrid owners 2,000 miles of free Supercharging when trading in their old cars for a new Tesla—an incentive aimed at keeping sales strong before upcoming price hikes.

Tesla’s Supercharger network is now open to most automakers, giving EV drivers faster and more reliable charging across North America. From Ford to Hyundai, major brands adopt NACS, making Tesla’s connector the new U.S. charging standard.

After the federal EV tax credit expired, U.S. electric vehicle prices rose and leases declined, sparking market concerns. Yet data from Edmunds shows EV interest remains strong, suggesting the market is stabilizing toward long-term value and sustainability.

Waymo is expanding its self-driving taxi network to 12 U.S. cities by 2026, including Detroit, San Diego, and Las Vegas. As competitors like Cruise stumble, the Alphabet-backed firm stays ahead with proven reliability and all-weather autonomous driving tech.

The BMW iX, once an $87,000 luxury SUV, has become a top value in the used EV market. With up to 364 miles of range, solid reliability, and premium comfort, it offers a true luxury electric experience for under $45,000—without the usual EV compromises.