No Small Cars Allowed: VW’s Supersized EV Strategy

Plus: Kia’s Bold EV4 Is Coming—But Will It Stay Affordable?

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Today’s top stories

  • More Electric, Same Porsche: New Models Join the Lineup

  • New York Puts $30M Into Drive Mode for EV Buyers

  • VW Says No to Small EVs in the U.S.

  • And other updates

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Kia’s all-electric EV4 sedan just made its U.S. debut, aiming to undercut the Tesla Model 3 with sleek styling and smart tech. It offers fast charging, a long-range option, and a screen-packed interior that feels anything but entry-level. But with production set overseas, looming U.S. tariffs could throw a wrench in its affordability. What happens when innovation meets international policy?

Porsche is turning up the voltage, expanding its EV lineup with an all-new Macan Electric and a fully electric 718 sports car on the way. The Taycan gets sharper, faster, and even more track-ready. Yet, gas-powered icons like the 911 aren’t going anywhere. Can Porsche electrify the future without leaving its legacy behind?

New York just pumped $30 million into EV rebates, giving drivers up to $2,000 off new electric cars. Charging incentives are rising too, with thousands of new stations on the way. From LaGuardia to local neighborhoods, the grid is growing fast. As incentives climb and infrastructure expands, will cost or convenience lead the electric revolution?

Volkswagen is skipping the small EV game in the U.S., citing cost and consumer preference. Instead, it’s going bigger—with SUVs, hybrids, and a possible electric pickup in the pipeline. Meanwhile, rivals are racing to deliver affordable electrics under $30K. Is VW betting on size while the future leans small and smart?

A simple Reddit post questioning white EVs unleashed a flood of hot takes. Some call it sleek and timeless, others say it’s just bland and basic. The debate quickly turned personal, with drivers defending their paint choices like badge loyalty. When color says as much as performance, what are we really choosing?

Faster charging, cheaper cells, and smarter designs are reshaping the EV battery landscape—just not how most people expect. LFP is rising, dry coating is heating up, and solid-state still isn’t here. While headlines chase the next big leap, real progress is happening in the details. What if the EV battery revolution is more evolution than explosion?

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