French automaker Renault wanted to do something a little unusual to mark the 60th anniversary of its iconic Renault 4 vehicle, so it stuck some propellers on it and flew it in the sky. The offbeat creation is the result of a collaboration with Florida-based design studio TheArsenale. The electric-powered concept vehicle — dubbed the…
2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid MSRP $23,550.00 Score Details DT Editors’ Choice “Loads of tech and a stunning design make the Elantra Hybrid a leader.” Pros Surprisingly roomy Loads of tech Stylish design 54 mpg combined Refined driving dynamics Cons Tire noise Pricey upgrade over non-hybrid At one point, the Toyota Prius was the only hybrid…
Apple’s on-again, off-again entry into the automotive trade is the topic of an excellent many rumors. Nothing is official but, Cupertino is famously secretive, however a current report means that the tech big’s Venture Titan division is now hoping to grasp autonomous driving. Citing nameless insiders, Bloomberg reported that Apple has shifted its car-building mission…
Hyundai Kona Electric MSRP $43,685.00 Score Details DT Recommended Product “With 258 miles of range and loads of tech, the Kona Electric makes a great EV entry point.” Pros Impressive range Functional interior Intuitive infotainment system Available Digital Key Cons Low-power charging Lackluster driving experience Electric cars based on existing gasoline models can feel half-baked,…
Rumors of an Apple Car continue to circulate, such is the apparent appeal of Apple making the jump from smartphones, tablets, and computers to electric cars. While Apple doesn’t appear to be anywhere near close to launching its own car, Vanarama, a car-lease broker based in the U.K., has created an Apple Car rendering to add…
2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid MSRP $33,590.00 Score Details DT Editors’ Choice “It’s not even a close comparison — the Sorento Hybrid is one of the best midsize SUVs.” Pros Tons of tech Classy design Compact car MPG Roomy first and second rows Doesn’t feel slow Cons Tight third row 2022 model has more features The…
Rivian successfully launched production of the R1T, its first model, in a former Mitsubishi factory located in Normal, Illinois. Digital Trends drove the electric truck in September 2021 and loved it, but a new report suggests it will take some time before many buyers can do the same. Rivian Several members of the Rivian Forums…
A drone-like electrical plane developed by a startup in Japan has taken an essential step towards commercialization after receiving a security certificates from the federal government. Tokyo-based SkyDrive unveiled an early model of its electrical vertical-takeoff-and-landing (eVTOL) automobile in 2018, earlier than attaining its first piloted check flight final 12 months. The present design of…
When creating a list of the best luxury cars on the road today, there’s bound to be at least one from Mercedes. The flagship model is the Benz S-Class, and it will be entering another level in its already exclusive club via a boost in automobile entertainment. This new feature is coming in the form of…
Tesla has started to open up its Supercharger network to non-Tesla electric vehicles (EVs). Tesla chief Elon Musk promised in July that the automaker would begin the process before the end of this year. NurPhoto/Getty Images For now, however, only 10 Supercharger locations are available to drivers of non-Tesla EVs — and all of the…