Awesome Evs

Genesis is teasing a new Magma performance vehicle line. The closest to production-ready is the GV60 Magma, a souped-up version of their electric crossover with upgraded aerodynamics and cooling, a wider, lower stance, and 21-inch wheels with integrated brake cooling. Inside, it has bucket sport seats with Nappa and suede leather, and body-colored seatbacks.

Kia’s three-row EV9 GT-Line AWD is the best overall vehicle we’ve driven in the past 12 months. It looks spectacular, has a spacious and comfortable cabin, packs the latest technology – oh, and it accelerates as quickly as a sports car. With concept car styling, luxury appointments, solid driving range, and fast charging, it’s as good as electric vehicles get.

EV maker Rivian revealed not one, but three new models. The boxy R2 is a mid-size family SUV, the R3 is an adventurous crossover, and the R3X is a performance-oriented version with off-road chops. Rivian CEO and founder RJ Scaringe talks up the brand and shows off the new vehicles and their features. Reserve the $45,000 R2 for 2026 delivery.

Dodge doubles down on its commitment to muscle cars with an all-new Charger Daytona. In 2024, we’ll get pure-electric R/T, Scat Pack, and Scat Pack w/Track Pack models, while a gas-powered Hurricane turbo-6 model is coming in 2025. The sleek, wide ride will come in 2-door and 4-door versions, each with hatchback instead of a trunk.

Off-roading and overlanding have increased greatly in popularity; however, these venues remain largely off-limits to owners of EVs due to the lack of charging units in the backcountry. Now, Optima and parent company Clarios have created a unique and fun opportunity to encourage EV owners to get off the grid and play in the desert – with free charging.

Adventurers Chris and Julie Ramsey drove a Nissan Ariya EV from the North Pole to Antarctica. The crossover covered about 30,000 km over ten months, with its only major modification being jumbo 39-inch tires to help it traverse extreme terrain. The duo relied on a mix of public charging infrastructure and a support team in remote locations to recharge the EV.

Chrysler looks to the future with the Halcyon Concept. The battery-electric sedan has a sleek, aerodynamic design and a minimalistic cockpit. The vehicle showcases three of Stellantis‘ next-gen technologies: STLA Brain, SmartCockpit, and AutoDrive, working in concert to improve driving experiences, whether with a human pilot or in self-driving modes.

Porsche pinky promises that their 2025 Taycan all-electric models will be the quickest production cars they’ve ever made. The rear-wheel drive Taycan sedan now sprints 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds (0.6 seconds quicker than before) while the Taycan Turbo S sedan can hit 60 mph in 2.3 seconds (0.3 seconds quicker).

Porsche expands its Macan SUV family with two battery-electric models. The Macan 4’s motors produce 402 hp and 479 lb-ft. of torque – with a 0-to-60 time of 4.9 seconds. The high-performance Macan Turbo makes 630 hp and 833 lb-ft. and does 0 to 60 in 3.1 seconds. A 100 kWh battery supports DC fast-charging from 10 to 80% in 21 minutes. Macan configurator here.

The Nissan Ariya NISMO is faster than the already zippy Ariya e-4ORCE models. Its electric 4WD system makes up to 429 hp and 442 lb-ft. of torque with its 91 kWh battery pack. It’s tricked out with aerodynamic upgrades, a sport-tuned chassis, 20-inch aluminum wheels, and a microsuede interior. Coming to Japan in Spring 2024, but no U.S. release date yet.

Like its gas-powered brother, the Genesis GV70 Electrified is a fantastic-looking crossover that drives like a dream. The battery-electric version is even quicker, zooming from 0 to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds and handling just as well. In its top-of-the-line Prestige grade, its plush and quiet interior keeps pace with the finest luxury vehicles.

Moment Motors updates classic cars with modern electric drivetrains. Their latest Signature model is this restored Mercedes-Benz 280SL. The roadster now packs an electric motor with 300 hp and 370 lb-ft. of torque, with a 62 kWh battery pack. Its steering, brakes, and climate control have all been modernized while retaining the car’s original style.

Electric vehicles are gradually getting less expensive, but they’re still not exactly cheap. That didn’t stop Joel Creates from owning an EV. Only for his hacked-together “world’s cheapest Tesla,” he put a 1991 VW Golf on top of wheel dollies and four self-balancing hoverboards. Then, he doubled down and turned it into an all-wheel drive with 2x more motors.

The RAM 1500 Ramcharger electric pickup truck has an innovative drivetrain with a 92kWH battery pack and a V6 gas engine that connects to an onboard generator to extend its driving range up to 690 miles. Power flows to the wheels via front and rear motors, delivering up to 663 hp, 615 lb-ft. of torque, and a 0-to-60 time of 4.4 sec. It’ll tow 14,000 lb. or carry 2,625 lb.

Say what you will about the Tesla Cybertruck; Elon Musk’s chunky and funky electric truck has given us countless memes and fan-built projects to enjoy. ND – Woodworking Art’s metal-framed, wood-covered vehicle is a roughly 1/2-scale replica of the truck. It runs on battery power like the real deal and has room in its bed for his kid’s mini Cyberquad.

The fastest car we’ve ever experienced was a dragster that launched from 0 to 60 mph in about two seconds. Tom Scott got behind the wheel of AMZ Racing’s Mythen, an electric vehicle that holds the world record for EV acceleration – 0 to 100 km/h in a mindblowing 0.956 seconds. Tom didn’t quite hit that number, but he still accelerated insanely fast.

Alpha Motor Corporation outfitted its Superwolf electric truck for overlanding. The dual-motor EV comes loaded with gear from Roam Adventure Co., KMC Wheels, KC Lights, DMOS Collective, and rolls on BF Goodrich mud-terrain tires. The truck seats four, has a 65″ cargo bed, zooms from 0-to-60 in 5.9 seconds, and can go up to 275 miles per charge.

The Citroën Ami Buggy is what Carwow calls “the world’s smallest SUV.”  While we question the “sport” and “utility,” it’s definitely a vehicle. This sub-sub-compact car has open sides, plastic windows, and a sunroof held in place with a zipper and Velcro. With an 8 hp motor, it tops out at 28 mph. Mat Watson spent some time with this tiny EV, so you don’t have to.

Most battery electric vehicles require substantial energy, making solar charging pretty impractical. Drew Builds Stuff shows how, with a light and efficient design, it’s possible to create an EV that can recharge itself with the sun. His speedy little 4-wheeler can go about 100 km (62 miles) per charge and can nearly double that range on a sunny day.

Battery-electric vehicles come in all shapes and sizes, from well-priced daily drivers to extravagant performance vehicles. The Volkswagen ID.4 has a starting price under $39,000, fast charging, and good driving range. We spent a week living with the premium grade ID.4 Pro S AWD and were delighted with its styling, power, and utility.

Is Hyundai making the best EV on the market? After a week behind the wheel of the 2023 IONIQ 6, they jumped to the top of our list. We drove the IONIQ 6 Limited AWD model with a long-range battery pack. This configuration provides the best combination of performance, range, and features. Long live the sedan!

Ford’s electric crossover gets ready to hit the trails with the Mustang Mach-E Rally. It has a two-motor drivetrain that makes 480 hp and 650 lb-ft. of torque. It rolls on 19″ alloy rally wheels with Michelin CrossClimate2 tires and has a 20mm suspension lift, MagneRide dampers, a rear spoiler, and underbody shielding. Expect a 250-mile range and a $65K MSRP.

A limited edition of Ford’s electric truck, the F-150 Lightning Platinum Black comes factory-wrapped in matte black. It rolls on matte black 22″ wheels, with black badging, power running boards, a black tonneau cover, a smoked light bar, a gloss black roof, and a black leather interior. The fully-loaded truck has dual motors and a 300-mile driving range.