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Rivian engineers added six miles of estimated range to the R2 SUV by relocating the rear wiper into a hidden pocket, preserving airflow and improving efficiency without increasing battery size.

Toyota’s 2027 all-electric Highlander adds vehicle-to-load capability, letting owners power appliances or tools from its battery. With up to 320 miles of range, it marks a shift in Toyota’s EV strategy.

In a -35°F winter test, a 2024 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD kept its cabin at 60°F for 12 hours, consuming 40% of its battery. Recharging the used energy cost about $6.80 at average U.S. electricity rates.

Rivian projects 20,000–25,000 R2 deliveries in 2026, with total shipments reaching 62,000–67,000 units. The new crossover is set to drive growth as production ramps in Illinois.

General Motors plans a major EV reset, introducing multi-architecture platforms, zonal computing, new LMR batteries, and eyes-off Super Cruise with lidar, starting with the 2028 Escalade IQ.

Volvo’s dedicated SPA3 electric platform allows reshaped battery packaging and lower seating positions. The flexibility could support a proper EV wagon, reviving a body style long tied to the brand’s identity.

Volkswagen revives the Scout name with the Terra pickup and Traveler SUV, offering both 350-mile battery EVs and 500-mile extended-range versions. Production is set for 2027 in South Carolina.

The 2026 BYD Atto 3 Evo brings rear-wheel drive, optional AWD, up to 443 horsepower, a larger 75 kWh battery and 220 kW charging. The updates aim to boost competitiveness in Europe’s compact electric SUV market.