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Rivian just made some BIG changes to the R1 lineup for 2027—and one of them has R1S owners celebrating.

After years of requests, 2nd-row captain’s chairs are FINALLY coming to the Rivian R1S! And there’s more than just a new seating option.

In this episode, we break down everything changing for the 2027 Rivian R1S and R1T, including:

🔹 R1S Captain’s Chairs are finally here!
🔹 Heated seats, individual armrests, cupholders & folding capability
🔹 Captain’s chairs pricing and the packages required to get them
🔹 Rivian’s new Premium, Performance & Quad trim structure
🔹 The new Long Range and Power Upgrade options
🔹 New colors inspired by the upcoming R2
🔹 New standard wheels for the R1S and R1T
🔹 What’s changing—and what isn’t—for the R1T
🔹 The significant 2027 R1 price increases
🔹 Why the higher starting price isn’t quite what it looks like
🔹 The end of Rivian’s Standard/LFP configuration

The 2027 R1 lineup is getting simpler, more expensive, and arguably more customizable. But is Rivian’s new pricing worth it?

Let us know what you think: Would you choose the new R1S captain’s chairs or stick with the bench seat?

The official US pricing and EPA range figures for the 2027 Kia EV3 are finally revealed—and it’s even cheaper than expected! Starting under $30,000 with up to 321 miles of range, native Tesla NACS charging, and available AWD, the EV3 might just be the most important affordable EV of the year.

In this video, we break down all 5 trim levels (Light, Wind, Land, GT-Line, and GT), official battery specs, real-world charging speeds, and how the EV3 stacks up against rivals like the Chevy Bolt, Nissan Leaf, and Tesla Model 3.

 

⚡ KEY 2027 KIA EV3 SPECS:
• Base Price: $29,890 ($31,385 inc. destination)
• Top Range: 321 Miles (81.4 kWh FWD)
• Standard Range: 221 Miles (58.3 kWh Light FWD)
• AWD Power: Up to 288 HP (EV3 GT)
• DC Fast Charge: 10% to 80% in 29 mins
• Native Charging Port: Tesla NACS built-in

💬 What do you think of the Kia EV3 pricing? Would you buy the sub-$30k base model or pay extra for the 321-mile range? Let us know in the comments below!

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The EPA said 301 miles... real-world testing said 337! 🚗⚡ 

In this episode, we break down why the 2027 Audi Q6 e-tron is destroying official range and efficiency estimates—and how it managed to beat its expensive platform-twin, the Porsche Macan EV. 

We look under the sheet metal to analyze Audi's brand-new PPE 800V platform, hair-pin stator motors, silicon carbide inverters, and thermal management to reveal how luxury EVs are finally getting light and efficient.

💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS:
• 12% Range Bonus: Tested at 337 real-world miles vs 301 EPA miles.
• 16% Efficiency Gain: Observed 29.3 kWh/100 miles (beating 35 kWh estimate).
• Next-Gen Tech: 800V architecture, 270 kW DC fast charging (10-80% in ~21 mins).
• Pricing Advantage: Beats the Porsche Macan 4S range while costing $20,000+ less.

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Ford has officially revealed the name of its upcoming affordable electric pickup—and it's called the Ford Fathom. More importantly, Ford has also given us our first look at pricing, and it could shake up the entire EV truck market.

With a starting price of just $28,350 (before destination), the Ford Fathom is positioned to compete directly with the Slate Truck while offering a four-door cabin and an impressive list of standard technology.

 

Could the Ford Fathom become the affordable electric truck buyers have been waiting for? Or will competitors like Slate, Tesla, Rivian, and Chevrolet still have the advantage?

Watch now and let us know your thoughts in the comments!

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Volvo’s next electric SUV is coming to dethrone the Tesla Model Y—and it’s starting under $50,000! Built on Volvo's brand-new software-defined SPA3 platform, the upcoming EX50 delivers 800V ultra-fast charging, over 300 miles of range, and a roomier interior for thousands less than the outgoing EX40.

We dive deep into the numbers, production timelines out of Košice, Slovakia, and how Volvo plans to win over American EV buyers despite current trade tariffs.

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