Polestar Gets Louder, Stellantis Gets Quieter

Today’s top stories

• Stellantis Hits the Brakes

• 2026 Polestar 2: Smarter, Louder, Longer

• Faraday Future Teases FX Lineup Ahead of 2025 Reveal

• And other updates

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Hyundai's new Georgia Metaplant is a futuristic EV factory run by robots, powered by solar, and quiet enough to skip ear protection. It’s a bold $12.6B bet to build electric cars in America—and sidestep punishing tariffs. But even with cutting-edge tech and local jobs, pricing pressures still loom. What happens when innovation meets geopolitical risk?

Stellantis saw U.S. sales drop another 12% in Q1 2025, extending last year’s decline. Most brands in its lineup struggled, with Dodge and Jeep posting sharp losses. Surprisingly, Chrysler’s Pacifica minivan emerged as the lone success story. What happens when a family van outpaces an automaker’s entire EV push?

The 2026 Polestar 2 isn’t getting a full redesign—but it’s definitely getting smarter. A faster infotainment system, a new battery, and premium sound bring fresh life to this familiar EV. Subtle styling updates and improved range round out the package. What does it say when refinement, not reinvention, steals the spotlight?

Thinking about switching to an electric vehicle? From charging at home to saving thousands on fuel, the EV lifestyle is full of surprises—some great, some unexpected. Understanding range, tech, and real costs is key before you commit. What if going electric isn’t just smarter for the planet—but smarter for your wallet too?

Faraday Future just offered a glimpse of its upcoming FX series—its first real push into the mass-market EV space. With models priced from $20K to $80K, the company is shifting from luxury exclusivity to mainstream ambition. But production hurdles and funding challenges still loom large. What happens when a high-end disruptor tries to scale down without losing its edge?

Electric cars don’t need oil changes or tune-ups, but that doesn’t mean they’re maintenance-free. From tire wear to battery cooling systems, there’s still plenty to keep an eye on. Knowing what to expect can save time, money, and frustration. What if the key to EV longevity isn’t just fewer repairs—but smarter ones?

Charging an EV isn't as complicated as it sounds—but it does require a new mindset. With faster chargers, better networks, and simplified connectors like NACS, powering up is easier than ever. From home setups to public stations, the EV charging experience is catching up to—and in some ways surpassing—gas stations. What if learning to charge smartly becomes the new skill every driver needs?

When your truck looks tough but can’t even handle truck duties 🛻💪

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Until Saturday, stay charged and ready for your next drive!