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Owner Satisfaction With New Vehicles Is Up, But Not With Most EVs

02 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

In J.D. Power's 2025 APEAL study, Rivian achieved the highest owner satisfaction score with 896 points, though it was ineligible for an official award. Tesla followed closely with a score of 892. Officially, Porsche ranked highest among premium brands for the second consecutive year with a score of 890, followed by Land Rover and BMW. This highlights strong satisfaction with new EV brands, even as overall satisfaction with non-Tesla EVs declined.

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Honda Prologue Review: Best-Selling EV Crossover Rising Fast

02 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Honda's Prologue, a mid-size electric SUV built on GM's Ultium platform, saw July 2025 sales jump 83% to 6,318 units. Drivers praise its roomy, quiet cabin, smooth ride, and full $7,500 tax credit, while critics cite bland handling, modest cargo space, and 150 kW charging speed. Its comfort, range up to 308 miles, and Honda brand trust are fueling strong demand in the growing EV crossover market.

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Honda's Smallest Electric Car Can Power Your Home And More

01 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Honda's N-One e is a compact, retro-styled electric city car with a range of over 245 km (150+ mi). Its standout feature is the advanced Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) system, which can power not only small appliances and devices but even a home during a power outage. This functionality requires an optional adapter from Honda. The car supports 50kW DC fast charging, allowing for a quick 30-minute charge.

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Elon Musk Is Turning US Liberals Off Not Just Tesla But Electric Vehicles In General

01 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Recent study published in Humanities and Social Sciences Communications journal found Conservatives consistently disfavored purchasing both Teslas and EVs, irrespective of their perceptions of Musk. Liberals showed declining intentions to purchase Teslas compared with other EVs, and, to a lesser extent, declining intentions to purchase EVs in general. We found both effects to be associated with negative perceptions of Musk."

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For Electric Vehicles, Smaller Is Better

01 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

"Electric vehicles (EVs) are crucial for decarbonizing transportation, but the growing trend towards larger models like SUVs and pickup trucks poses a challenge. Smaller EVs consume less energy, require fewer critical minerals for batteries, and are better suited for cities. To ensure the transition to electric mobility is effective and equitable, priority should be given to smaller, more affordable EVs, alongside investments in public transport and active mobility."

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