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Tesla Cybertruck Approved for PG&E V2X Program: California's First AC Vehicle-to-Grid Rollout
PG&E just approved the Tesla Cybertruck for its residential V2X program — the first AC-based vehicle-to-grid in California, with up to $4,500 in incentives.
EVHQ (Dan)
2 hours ago9 min read


Rivian R2 EPA Range: 335 Miles Beats Tesla Model Y — What It Means for 2026 EV Buyers and Investors
By EVHQ Editorial Team · April 21, 2026 · EV News Rivian R2 Performance vs. Tesla Model Y Performance: EPA-certified range, efficiency, horsepower, and starting MSRP — side-by-side for April 2026 buyers. ▶ Watch: "Rivian R2 Full Tour! Battery, Range, Charging, Space, Software, Design & More" — Out of Spec Reviews on YouTube. Kyle Conner walks through the R2's battery chemistry, heat pump, charging strategy, interior space, and software with Rivian's RJ Scaringe, Jeff Hamm
EVHQ (Dan)
18 hours ago10 min read


Mercedes-Benz Electric C-Class Breaks Cover in Seoul: 473-Mile Range, 39-Inch Hyperscreen, and a High-Stakes Bet
By EVHQ Editorial Team · April 20, 2026 · EV News Mercedes-Benz Electric C-Class vs. BMW i5, Lucid Air, Tesla Model S, Audi A6 e-tron — range, peak DC charging and starting price at a glance. EVHQ original infographic, April 2026. Mercedes-Benz Electric C-Class Breaks Cover in Seoul: 473-Mile Range, 39-Inch Hyperscreen, and a High-Stakes Bet Mercedes-Benz staged the world premiere of its all-new electric C-Class in Seoul, South Korea today, April 20, 2026, unveiling what
EVHQ (Dan)
2 days ago12 min read
EV Stock Week Ending April 17, 2026: TSLA +15.9%, RIVN +2.0% — Winners & Losers
Tesla surged 15.9% to $400.62 on AI5 tape-out and OTA hype while Lucid collapsed -14.9% to $7.30 on a $1B+ capital raise. Full weekly EV stock breakdown for Apr 13-17, 2026.
EVHQ (Dan)
2 days ago6 min read


Mercedes Electric C-Class World Premiere: 39-Inch Hyperscreen, 800V MB.EA Platform, and a 2027 US Launch
By EVHQ Editorial Team · April 19, 2026 · EV News Infographic comparing the 2026 Mercedes electric C-Class EV with the Mercedes GLC EV and EQE Sedan across estimated EPA range, peak horsepower, DC fast-charging kilowatts, and expected starting price for the world premiere reveal. Mercedes-Benz pulls the covers off the all-new electric C-Class at a world premiere in Seoul, South Korea on Monday, April 20, 2026, and the pre-reveal details confirm the most ambitious luxury s
EVHQ (Dan)
3 days ago11 min read


Top 10 EVs Under $35K: April 2026 Rankings and Where to Buy Now
Four electric vehicles with a base price under $35,000 have cut MSRP since April 1, 2026, led by the redesigned Nissan LEAF S at $28,990 — a $1,200 drop from its March sticker and now the cheapest new EV on sale in the United States. With the federal $7,500 tax credit gone since September 30, 2025, every dollar shaved off an affordable EV matters more than it did a year ago, and the sub-$35K segment is where those cuts are landing first. This is the April 2026 refresh of our
EVHQ (Dan)
4 days ago7 min read


Q1 2026 EV Sales: US Market Drops 27% — The Hard Numbers
Americans bought 216,399 new electric vehicles in the first quarter of 2026, a 27% drop from Q1 2025 and the sharpest year-over-year decline in U.S. EV sales since the pandemic-era collapse of early 2020. The numbers, published this week by Cox Automotive and Kelley Blue Book, cover the first full quarter after the federal $7,500 EV tax credit expired on September 30, 2025. They do not show a market in freefall — EV share of total new-vehicle sales held near 5.8%, roughly fla
EVHQ (Dan)
5 days ago7 min read


Tesla AI5 Chip Tape-Out: 40x Faster FSD Chip & TSLA Stock Impact
By EVHQ Editorial Team - April 16, 2026 - EV News Video: "Tesla AI5 Chip Explained - Why This Changes Everything for FSD and Optimus" - Ryan Shaw (YouTube). All video rights belong to the original creator. Tesla AI5 Chip Taped Out: 40x Faster, $25B Terafab, and What It Means for FSD, Optimus, and TSLA Stock The Tesla AI5 chip is officially done. On April 15, 2026, CEO Elon Musk confirmed on X that Tesla has completed the tape-out of its next-generation AI5 self-driving ch
EVHQ (Dan)
6 days ago11 min read


State EV Incentive Tracker 2026: Every Rebate, Credit & Perk in All 50 States (Updated Weekly)
Last updated: April 15, 2026 | Updated weekly | EV Incentives 2026 State EV Incentive Tracker -- All 50 States + DC The federal $7,500 EV tax credit expired September 30, 2025. This tracker shows every state-level EV incentive, rebate, and perk available in 2026. Some states have stepped up dramatically -- Oregon, California, and Maine now offer programs that nearly match what the federal credit used to provide. Others offer nothing. Find your state below. Best States for
EVHQ (Dan)
7 days ago8 min read


EV Price Tracker 2026: Every Electric Vehicle MSRP, Range & Best Deals (Updated Daily)
Last updated: April 15, 2026 | Updated daily | Buying Guide 2026 EV Price Tracker -- Every Model, Every Price All prices are base MSRP in USD before state incentives or dealer adjustments. The federal $7,500 EV tax credit expired September 30, 2025. State incentives are now your primary savings lever and vary dramatically by location. Compact & Midsize EVs -- Best Sellers The most popular EVs in America. Strong range, accessible pricing, and wide charging infrastructure m
EVHQ (Dan)
7 days ago6 min read


Tesla 2026 Spring Update: Hey Grok, FSD App & 12 New Features
By EVHQ Editorial Team · April 15, 2026 · EV News ▶ Video: "Tesla Spring 2026 Update is INSANE! Every New Feature Revealed!" — Phones And Drones (YouTube). All video rights belong to the original creator. Tesla 2026 Spring Update: 'Hey Grok,' New Self-Driving App, and 12 Features Reshaping EV Ownership Tesla's 2026 Spring Update — officially the most feature-dense OTA release the company has shipped in recent memory — began rolling out on April 13, 2026, and it brings swe
EVHQ (Dan)
Apr 1512 min read


Tesla FSD Europe Approved: What It Means for Drivers and TSLA Stock
By EVHQ Editorial Team · April 14, 2026 · Tesla · EV News ▶ Video: "Tesla FSD Approved in Europe — Netherlands First, FSD v15 Details | DrKnowItAll" — DrKnowItAll (YouTube). All video rights belong to the original creator. Tesla FSD Finally Approved in Europe: What It Means for Drivers, Buyers, and Investors Tesla Full Self-Driving (Supervised) has received its first-ever European regulatory approval — and it's a much bigger deal than the muted stock reaction suggests. On
EVHQ (Dan)
Apr 1410 min read


VW ID.4 Discontinued in US: What 2026 Buyers Should Do Now
Published: April 14, 2026 · Source: Carscoops / TechCrunch / InsideEVs / CleanTechnica / Edmunds · Category: EV News VW Kills the ID.4 in the US: What It Means for EV Buyers in 2026 Volkswagen has officially pulled the plug on US production of its ID.4 electric SUV. As of mid-April 2026, the assembly line at VW's Chattanooga, Tennessee plant — the same facility that once positioned the ID.4 as America's mainstream EV answer to the Tesla Model Y — has gone quiet. In its place,
EVHQ (Dan)
Apr 148 min read


EV Tariffs 2026: How Trump's 25% Import Tax Is Changing EV Prices
Published: April 14, 2026 · Source: Cox Automotive / Digital Dealer / Cars.com · Category: EV Policy & Market Trump's 25% Auto Tariffs and EV Prices in 2026: What Every Buyer Needs to Know If you're shopping for an electric vehicle in 2026, the landscape looks very different from just two years ago. A 25% tariff on imported vehicles is now fully baked into the market. The federal $7,500 EV tax credit that millions of buyers depended on has been eliminated. Vehicle prices — ev
EVHQ (Dan)
Apr 147 min read


Best Electric SUVs of 2026: Real-World Range, Value & Reliability — Ranked & Tested
We ranked every major 2026 electric SUV by real-world range, reliability, charging speed, cargo space, and 5-year total ownership cost — with embedded videos, a full comparison, and honest buyer recommendations.
EVHQ (Dan)
Apr 136 min read


Tesla Axes S/X- Lucid/Rivian's EV Edge?
Close-up view of a sleek Tesla Model S parked outdoors, showcasing modern electric vehicle design. The Seismic Shift: Tesla Pauses S/X Production and What It Means for the EV Elite The electric vehicle landscape is perpetually dynamic, but recent organizational maneuvers by Tesla have sent ripples of uncertainty across the industry. The decision to temporarily halt production of the flagship Model S and Model X-a move that generated significant industry buzz-is more than just
EVHQ (Dan)
Jan 285 min read


Electric Pickup Trucks Showdown: Rivian R2T vs. Slate vs. Scout - Which EV Will Win?
Electric Pickup Trucks Showdown: Rivian R2T vs. Slate vs. Scout. Compare performance, range, design, tech, and price to find your winner.
EVHQ (Dan)
Jan 1317 min read


Sony Honda Afeela 1: First Look at Production Model and CES 2026 Innovations
Sony Honda Afeela 1: Production Reveal and CES 2026 Highlights. See the pre-production model and innovations at CES 2026. California deliveries start 2026.
EVHQ (Dan)
Jan 515 min read


2025 Volvo EX90 vs. Kia EV9: A Comprehensive Electric SUV Comparison
2025 Volvo EX90 vs Kia EV9: A comprehensive comparison of electric SUVs, covering design, comfort, performance, range, safety, and pricing.
EVHQ (Dan)
Dec 29, 202520 min read


The Ultimate Guide to the Best Electric Trucks for Towing in 2025
Discover the best electric trucks for towing in 2025. Compare top models like Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T, and Tesla Cybertruck for power and capability.
EVHQ (Dan)
Dec 27, 202515 min read


2025 Ford F-150 Lightning vs. Rivian R1T: The Ultimate Electric Truck Showdown
2025 Ford F-150 Lightning vs. Rivian R1T: Compare electric truck specs, range, performance, towing, and pricing. Find your perfect EV pickup.
EVHQ (Dan)
Dec 27, 202518 min read


2025 Tesla Cybertruck Range Test: How Far Can It Really Go?
2025 Tesla Cybertruck Range Test: Discover how far the Cybertruck can go in real-world conditions. Explore efficiency, battery specs, and comparisons.
EVHQ (Dan)
Dec 26, 202519 min read


Lucid Air vs Tesla Model S 2025: Which Luxury EV Wins? (Full Comparison)
Lucid Air vs Tesla Model S 2025 Comparison: Explore design, performance, range, and pricing to see which luxury EV reigns supreme.
EVHQ (Dan)
Dec 24, 202520 min read


Top Picks: The Best Electric Vehicles for Families in 2025
Discover the best electric vehicles for families in 2025. Our top picks offer space, range, and value for your family's needs.
EVHQ (Dan)
Dec 20, 202524 min read
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