The Story Behind the Wheel

Tag: EV

  • 2026 Toyota C-HR EV Review

    2026 Toyota C-HR EV Review

    I hop in Toyota’s reincarnation of the C-HR, reborn as an EV with surprisingly athletic moves and a whole heap of muscle

  • 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland EV Review

    2026 Toyota bZ Woodland EV Review

    I take the Toyota bZ Woodland both on and off road to feel out Toyota’s EV with a bit more adventurous intentions. And play with 375 horsepower!

  • 2027 Toyota Highlander EV Walkaround

    2027 Toyota Highlander EV Walkaround

    I take a close look at the new-generation, all-electric Toyota Highlander EV, coming as a 2027 model year soon. Three-rows, Electric power.

  • 2027 Volvo EX60 EV Global Reveal

    2027 Volvo EX60 EV Global Reveal

    Take a close look at the 2027 Volvo EX60, the Swedish brand’s latest EV with the most advanced tech. Experts share how all the different components work.

  • Blitz Through Byways in the New C-HR!

    Blitz Through Byways in the New C-HR!

    The new, 2026 Toyota C-HR harkens back several styling cues of the original subcompact crossover, but runs on the fully electric, bZ chassis underneath. What’s Good: 338 horsepower and right-now electric motor response to play with. Nicely executed styling. Holds its own handling. What Could Improve:  No steering feel. Somewhat distant digital instrument cluster. Severely…

  • Reach the Peak in This New Toyota BEV!

    Reach the Peak in This New Toyota BEV!

    The 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland stretches farther than the standard bZ by nearly six-inches and offers all-terrain tires to expand its use, if not its range. What’s Good: Lots of easy-to-reach cargo space. Respectable 8.4-in of ground clearance. Sit down-shut up-and hold on levels of power. What Could Improve:  Acquired taste, visually speaking. Small and…

  • Eschew Cylinders in the New Highlander

    Eschew Cylinders in the New Highlander

    The fifth-generation, 2027 Toyota Highlander charts a new path as a battery electric vehicle that’s longer, lower, and wider than before. Seats up to seven. Toyota recently lifted the curtains on the fifth-generation, 2027 Toyota Highlander. Taking a revolutionary path, the Highlander ditches internal combustion and offers a variety of fully electric powertrain options. This…

  • Squat and Shoot in the Latest Polestar!

    Squat and Shoot in the Latest Polestar!

    The 2026 Polestar 4 delivers a novel approach to improve second row comfort, a sleek design, and plenty of electric pep to deliver a engaging driving experience What’s Good: 536 horsepower split among all four wheels, quick witted handling, nine HD cameras to provide an expansive view. What Could Improve:  Too expensive for many of…

  • Plug In at a Lower Price with the New Leaf

    Plug In at a Lower Price with the New Leaf

    The third-generation, 2026 Nissan Leaf EV enters the market with more power, range, and a metric ton of style. But how does it compare to today’s competition? What’s Good: The four-wheel independent suspension delivers a pleasant and comfortable ride. I appreciate the generous sized instrument cluster and center display screens. What Could Improve:  Plenty of…

  • Honda Races and Learns from New Hybrid Tech!

    Honda Races and Learns from New Hybrid Tech!

    Now that both IMSA and Indycar race series’ utilize hybrid technology, Honda sees more ways to improve their road car hybrid tech. And racing stays relevant! Over much of automotive history, racing provided the most brutal of testing grounds to test new technology. And Honda knew that if it worked on the track, you very…