The LEAF is back and upgraded in nearly every way possible. For the 2026 model year, the new Nissan LEAF is all grown up and still one of the most affordable EVs, starting at under $30,000. However, lease prices are not so cheap. 2026 Nissan LEAF lease prices and offers Since it first launched in… Continue reading The new 2026 Nissan LEAF is cheap at under $30,000, but not to lease
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Tesla releases ‘more affordable’ Model Y Standard in EU – it’s a better deal there
Tesla is now selling its stripped-down, “more affordable” vehicle, the Model Y Standard, in Europe, just three days after releasing it in the US. Its US release was widely panned as the massive number of missing features outweighed the relatively small price cut. But the new European release has fewer cut features and a larger… Continue reading Tesla releases ‘more affordable’ Model Y Standard in EU – it’s a better deal there
The Big Short investor on Tesla (TSLA): It’s a cult
Steve Eisman, an investor famous for being short against the real estate market in 2007 and portrayed by Steve Carell in The Big Short, commented on Tesla and its shareholders, describing them as a “cult.” Eisman is credited as one of the few individuals who recognized and attempted to warn others about the impending crisis… Continue reading The Big Short investor on Tesla (TSLA): It’s a cult
Tesla pushes Tron: Ares ad inside its cars, upsetting owners
Tesla has partnered with its recent foe, Disney, to promote its latest movie, Tron: Ares, with an in-car update that is not making everyone happy. Many owners view it as Tesla making in-car advertisements and/or working on something that distracts them from needed software updates. Today, Tesla announced and began pushing an update to its… Continue reading Tesla pushes Tron: Ares ad inside its cars, upsetting owners
The new Nissan LEAF is back in the UK and it’s nothing like the old one
The new Nissan LEAF hit the streets of the UK for the first time, bringing a fresh crossover SUV-like look, up to 386 miles of driving range, and a host of other upgrades. Nissan introduces the new LEAF in the UK Nissan’s electric hatch is back, but you may not recognize it. The LEAF drops… Continue reading The new Nissan LEAF is back in the UK and it’s nothing like the old one
Tesla now sells turn signal retrofits in US, a $595 solution to a problem it caused
Tesla is now selling retrofit turn signal stalks for Model 3 vehicles in the US, after having deleted the stalks in its update of the Model 3. At first, they were only available in China for certain cars, for the equivalent of ~$350. Now they’re available in the US, but for $595 instead. In August,… Continue reading Tesla now sells turn signal retrofits in US, a $595 solution to a problem it caused
GM unveils new Chevy Bolt – same package, new battery, low $29k price
GM has unveiled the new version of the Chevy Bolt, its popular, affordable EV with an upgraded battery and an otherwise very similar package to its last iteration, and we’re on the scene at a special event for Bolt owners at Universal Studios Hollywood to get you all the info you need. The Chevy Bolt… Continue reading GM unveils new Chevy Bolt – same package, new battery, low $29k price
Toyota aims to launch the ‘world’s first’ all-solid-state EV batteries
Toyota is doubling down on the “holy grail” of EV tech — all-solid-state batteries. Its first EV could arrive as soon as 2027, promising longer driving range, faster charging times, and more. Toyota to launch its first all-solid-state battery EV in 2027 After announcing a new partnership with Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. to mass produce… Continue reading Toyota aims to launch the ‘world’s first’ all-solid-state EV batteries
Nissan reveals new lower-priced LEAF B5 in Japan
The new Nissan LEAF is among the most affordable electric vehicles in the US, with a starting price under $30,000. Overseas, it’s a different story. To keep pace with BYD, Hyundai, and others, Nissan revealed a new, lower-priced LEAF B5 model in Japan. Meet the new Nissan LEAF B7, next up is the B5 We… Continue reading Nissan reveals new lower-priced LEAF B5 in Japan
GM scraps $7,500 EV tax credit program, but it has a new way to keep prices down
GM is ending plans for a program that enabled its dealers to extend the $7,500 tax credit for new Chevy, GMC, and Cadillac EV leases beyond the September 30 deadline. Instead, it has another plan to keep the savings going. GM ends $7,500 EV tax credit and plans its own savings After the $7,500 federal… Continue reading GM scraps $7,500 EV tax credit program, but it has a new way to keep prices down