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These 11 EVs represent the more affordable portion of a segment that can get very expensive.

There are 15 EVs on sale with driving ranges greater than 325 miles. Unfortunately, nearly all of them are on the pricer side of the segment.

The 2026 SUV market features a notable redesign with the hybrid-only Toyota RAV4 as well as all-new EVs like the Rivian R2 and Subaru Trailseeker. Favorites like the Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride also get significant redesigns.

From luxury models to off-roaders, many of the new electric vehicles at the 2026 Chicago Auto Show are SUVs.

Here are the free charging perks currently offered for electric cars, SUVs and trucks on sale now or soon to hit the market.

Hyundai is pausing production of its Kona Electric for the 2026 model year, and Kia is pulling the plug on its Niro plug-in hybrid from the U.S. market.

For our Best Car of the Year award, our watchwords are quality, innovation and value.

Along with crash tests, safety features and accommodation of family members and their gear, we consider family-friendly features, car-seat fitment and overall excellence.

In addition to overall excellence, we pay extra attention to the aspects with which many EVs stumble, such as efficiency, intuitive controls and charging speed.

Along with general excellence, the best cars represent ultimate luxury in their class and/or are exceptionally well-rounded, providing luxury along with above-average usability and drivability.