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Cheaper Batteries, Cheaper EVs: The New Chevy Bolt Goes LFP, And So Do These Models

December 3, 2025
Elijah Nicholson-Messmer
Auto Blog

LFP (lithium iron phosphate) batteries are transforming the EV market by offering lower costs, greater durability, and reliable daily performance. Automakers like GM, Ford, Rivian, and Tesla are embracing LFP chemistry to produce affordable EVs for the U.S. market, with models like the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt and Ford’s upcoming midsize EV leading the charge. While LFP packs trade some range and cold-weather performance for affordability, they could finally bring EVs into the mass-market spotlight.

Kia slashes EV prices with a new $10,000 discount across the board

November 28, 2025
Peter Johnson
Electrek

Kia is rolling out one of its largest EV discount programs yet, offering $10,000 off every electric model in its lineup. With the federal EV tax credit now expired, the automaker is turning to aggressive cash incentives, low-interest financing, and competitive lease deals to keep prices affordable across the Niro EV, EV6, and EV9.

Which EVs Perform Best in Winter? New Data Shows Clear Winners

November 21, 2025
Chris Brown
Automotive Fleet

Cold temperatures reduce electric vehicle range, but new real-world data from Recurrent shows the impact may be less severe than many drivers expect. Analyzing tens of thousands of vehicles, the study highlights how heat pumps, thermal management systems, and software tuning can significantly influence winter efficiency—and which EVs are best prepared for cold-weather driving.