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Four Electric Pickup Trucks Were Driven Until They Died. Only One Met Its Advertised Range

The Tesla Cybertruck, Rivian R1T, Ford F-150 Lightning, and Chevrolet Silverado EV were driven at 70 MPH until they ran out of juice.
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Tesla Cybertruck’s Open Tonneau Can Make A Big Dent In The Driving Range

At 75 mph, running with the tonneau open resulted in a range loss of about 25 miles, Car and Driver found.
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Mercedes-EQXX Covers 627 Miles On Single Charge With AC On

“Electric drive ready for global markets,” says Mercedes exec as the EQX shatters its own efficiency records.
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The Rivian R2 Will Come With A Heat Pump And Optional Tow Hitch

R1 vehicles don’t have a heat pump, so adding one to the R2 is a step in the right direction.
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BYD Wants To Squash Range Anxiety With 1200-Mile PHEVs

The numbers look promising on paper, but they’re likely estimated using the overly optimistic CLTC.
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BYD Wants To Squash Range Anxiety With 1200-Mile PHEVs

The numbers look promising on paper, but they’re likely estimated using the overly optimistic CLTC.
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The Most Affordable 2024 EVs With At Least 300 Miles Of EPA Range

If having over 300 miles of range is a priority, the upcoming Chevrolet Equinox EV might be a game changer.
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Tesla Model Y Performance EPA Range Decreased To 279 Miles

It was previously anticipated at 285 miles, while in 2023, it exceeded 300 miles.
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2024 Acura ZDX Qualifies For $7,500 Federal Tax Credit

The manufacturer released new EPA range estimates and power ratings.
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Tesla Cybertruck Goes The Distance In Range Test. Beats Tesla’s Estimated Range

It beat Tesla's estimate by 16 miles.