Chris Davies
Expertise
Electric Vehicles, Smartphones, Smart Homes
- Chris joined SlashGear in 2006, shortly after the site first launched, and helped grow it from an enthusiast blog to a respected news source.
- He helped spearhead the site's push into automotive, reflecting the increasing role technology plays in modern transportation such as EVs.
- Among the first behind the wheel of every new model, he's been entrusted with priceless prototypes and seven-figure supercars, with a reputation that spans the worlds of cars and tech.
Experience
A clandestine geek from an early age, Chris began his career in the media with a mixture of luck and enthusiasm. Earning his place in the technology world with a mixture of genuine love for its transformational potential, and blunt realism about what is — and isn't — worth spending money on, he's watched smartphone platforms launch and die, smart homes flourish, and green tech play an increasing role. For the past decade, he's increasingly focused on automotive, using his front-row seat in the industry to help readers understand how electrification and autonomous driving will change their experience of transportation.
Education
Chris has a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in counseling.
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Stories By Chris Davies
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Sonos is launching the Move 2 speaker which looks very much like the original Move speaker but with a lot more battery and better sound quality.
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Tesla has revealed a refreshed version of the Model 3, its most affordable EV, bringing the variant known as "Project Highland" into the spotlight.
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Philips has announced a slew of new security and lighting fixtures as part of its Hue lineup. There's even a chance that Matter might come along with them.
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Very fast, very beautiful, and very exclusive: the 33 Stradale pairs classic style with a modern EV drivetrain
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Rivian's dual-motor R1T and R1S are more affordable, but what has the EV-maker compromised to hit those new prices? The answer is more complex than you'd think.
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Porsche is adding a new plug-in hybrid to its SUV line-up. The 2024 Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid SUV and Coupe are the most powerful configurations in the range.
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The surprisingly affordable 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata roadster offers an incredibly fun, if not occasionally nerve-racking, driving experience.
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The 2023 Subaru Legacy is a pretty safe choice in the world of sedans. But it might be a little too safe considering the competition. Here's our full review.
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Come on down and take a guess at how much Bob Barker's signature handheld microphone sold for at an auction -- it's more than you might imagine!
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Monterey Car Week 2023 is this week and automakers have flocked to California to show off their latest and greatest creations. Here are our favorites.
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The 2023 Honda Civic Type R is not quite a supercar, but it will feel like it when you're behind the wheel. Here's our full review of this awesome machine.
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Ford is releasing a $300,000 Mustang GTD in 2025 that will not be legal for racing. Here are the features that it will have and what will disqualify it.
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With experience behind the wheel of the Kia EV6 GT, here's what you need to know if you're considering hitting the lime green go-faster button yourself.
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After much anticipation from fans and car enthusiasts, Lamborghini has unveiled an impressive glimpse at what its first electric production car may become.
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We recently got a look at the handiwork of Florida-based E.C.D. Automotive Design, which since 2013 has been rebuilding Land Rover Defenders.
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The demise of the Acura NSX leaves a big gap in the performance car range: could an all-electric coupe with movie-worthy styling fill it?
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Ford's Mustang is no stranger to wild custom versions, but the Mustang GTD promises to bring a GT3 car to the road from the blue oval company itself.
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BlueCruise, which is Ford's advanced Driver Assistance functionality is going to be standard on all vehicles going forward, making it more widely available.
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If you're looking for a great electric car, but aren't quite willing to let go of range anxiety, here are some Plug-in hybrid cars to check out.
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The Volvo XC90 Recharge brings a little electrification to an already reliable and stand out SUV. Read our full review of this luxurious vehicle.
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The Volvo V60 Cross Country is certainly a favorite of ours, but we're not sure if the market exists for a vehicle such as this, no matter how attractive it is.
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Boasting yet another halo car from the Ultium platform, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ is the impressive electric vehicle for the few that can afford it.
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The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 Bison arrives with upgrades that make it an assured off-roader while also delivering smooth on-road performance.
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If range anxiety is keeping you from buying a fully-electric vehicle, you may want to give one of these plug-in hybrids some consideration instead.
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If you're in the market for a new vehicle, here are some reasons why you might want to consider a plug-in hybrid or PHEV, and some reasons to think twice.
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The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport attempts to deliver the best of VW's family-hauling ambitions in a vehicle with a price that's surprisingly reasonable.
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The outward simplicity of the 2023 BMW M2 belies its power and potential to be a long-lasting favorite courtesy of an entirely capable setup under its hood.