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New BMW Alpina i7 Spied In Testing, But What Will Make It Special?

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:00:25 +0000

There's a new BMW Alpina currently being tested, wrapped in camouflage, of course, but what will this new automobile have to offer? Here's what we're thinking.

The Amount Of Water It Takes To Put Out An Electric Car Fire Is Shocking

staff@slashgear.com (Sead Fadilpasic) — Sun, 08 Nov 2026 16:45:00 +0000

Putting out an electric car fire takes far more water than a gas car blaze. The real totals are staggering, and the reason lies deep inside the battery pack.

5 Hybrid Cars With More Horsepower Than The Toyota RAV4 PHEV

staff@slashgear.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:45:00 +0000

Once focused purely on efficiency, hybrid powertrains have taken on many roles in vehicles. These selections use motors to make more power than a RAV4

What Happens If You Don't Update Your Car's Software?

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 12:45:00 +0000

Skipping your car's software updates might seem harmless, but it can cost you more than a few new features. Here's what you risk by putting them off.

Can You Use A Regular Jump Starter On A Hybrid Battery?

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 21:45:00 +0000

Most drivers have probably had to jump start a car battery at some point or another. The process is different for hybrids than it is for other vehicles.

Cybertruck Haters Just Got An Early Christmas Gift, And Elon's Grasping For Excuses

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 14:59:30 +0000

Tesla's Cybertruck has been polarizing since its debut, and its sales haven't matched the hype. Now Elon Musk has given critics something else to talk about.

The Fastest Golf Cart In The World Has An Astonishing Top Speed

staff@slashgear.com (Eli Shayotovich) — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 04:45:00 +0000

Gold carts are usually used for puttering around from one hole to another on a golf course, but the fastest one could put some muscle cars to shame.

BMW's X2 Series Refresh Caught In The Wild, But Will The US Get The Most Interesting Model?

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:41:43 +0000

BMW's next X2 Series was caught testing in the wild, covered in camouflage but still revealing a little bit about the next iteration of this car.

5 Small Electric Cars With Better Ratings Than The Genesis GV60

staff@slashgear.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 23:45:00 +0000

The Genesis GV60 is an interesting take on the premium electric vehicle, but there are some other compact EVs that have performed even better.

Not Body-On-Frame, Not A Conventional Unibody: The Ford Fathom Is Something Else Entirely

staff@slashgear.com (Tom Clark) — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 18:45:00 +0000

The Ford Fathom is a highly anticipated pickup, but based on info revealed by the automaker, it's construction makes it unlike the rest of the company's fleet.

80 Tesla Owners Arrested For Allegedly 'Jailbreaking' Full Self-Driving Mode

staff@slashgear.com (Briley Kenney) — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Tesla's Full Self-Driving feature isn't available on every model in South Korea. Some owners allegedly found a workaround that got them in legal hot water.

Why Most Electric Cars Don't Have Traditional Grilles

staff@slashgear.com (Hisan Kidwai) — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 21:45:00 +0000

Most electric cars skip the traditional grille, a styling staple for decades. Here's why EVs don't need one, and why some still wear a grille anyway.

5 Downsides Of Plug-In Hybrids You Should Consider Before Buying One

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:15:00 +0000

Plug-in hybrids promise the flexibility of gas and electric driving, but ownership has trade-offs that can catch buyers off-guard. Learn about its drawbacks.

Not Boston, Not Portland: iSeeCars Says This Is The Least EV-Friendly US City In 2026

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:45:00 +0000

EV charging access can look very different depending on where you live. Here's how states and major metro areas in the U.S. compare for charger availability.

This Kia Is The EV I Tell Everyone To Buy (But This Ford Might Steal Its Thunder)

staff@slashgear.com (Travis Langness) — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Kia may have axed the most fiery version, but that doesn't leave this EV any less competitive.

Should You Charge Your EV To 100% Every Day Or Only Before Long Trips?

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Shutt) — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 02:45:00 +0000

Range anxiety is a real thing so new EV owners might wonder how often they should top off their battery. Here's what you need to know about charging.

How Much Electricity Would The US Need If Every Gas Car Was Replaced With An EV?

staff@slashgear.com (Stephen Fogel) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:45:00 +0000

If every car on the road turned into an EV overnight, would America's energy needs go up or come down? The answer may not be what you'd expect.

6 Non-Apple Gadgets You Didn't Know Were Designed By The Guy Behind The iPhone

staff@slashgear.com (Nachiket Mhatre) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:45:00 +0000

Jony Ive is best known for designing the iPhone, but the industrial designer's work extends far beyond Apple, from the Ferrari Luce to a million-dollar camera.

Why Do So Many Modern Cars Have Fake Engine Sounds?

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:45:00 +0000

From a Hans Zimmer-scored BMW to a Dodge EV as loud as a Hellcat, plenty of modern cars play engine sounds that aren't real. We explore the reason behind it.

BMW Made The 2027 X5 As Different As Can Be, But Is It Better?

staff@slashgear.com (Stephen Edelstein) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:01:00 +0000

BMW can't afford to screw up the new X5 and iX5.