Articles by Leon Poultney, EVs correspondent

Leon has been navigating a world where automotive and tech collide for almost 20 years, reporting on everything from in-car entertainment to robotised manufacturing plants. Currently, EVs are the focus of his attentions, but give it a few years and it will be electric vertical take-off and landing craft. Outside of work hours, he can be found tinkering with distinctly analogue motorcycles, because electric motors are no replacement for an old Honda inline four.

Articles by: Leon Poultney

How to beat the fuel crisis — these are the 3 affordable EVs I recommend as an electric car reviewer

By Leon Poultney published 12 March 26

The Middle East conflict is forcing gas prices up, so could now be the best time to switch to an EV?

Mercedes-Benz launches the Rolls-Royce of the minivan world — and the all-electric VLE promises a 'limousine-like ride'

By Leon Poultney published 11 March 26

With a 435-mile range and a cinema screen in the rear, the VLE is one of the first all-electric people carriers to push into luxury territory.

'There can be no justification': Chinese automaker apologizes to Land Rover after another big copycat controversy

By Leon Poultney published 9 March 26

Chinese automaker admits full responsibility for ad campaign that looks eerily similar to Range Rover promotional material.

An illustration showing an EV battery in a car

Chinese researchers develop the first semi-solid-state EV battery with a massive 620-mile range — but questions remain

By Leon Poultney published 7 March 26

Chinese researchers are working on semi-solid-state battery technology that could result in an EV range in excess of 1,000 miles.

Get a grip — this world-first winter tyre can automatically deploy studs when it detects freezing road conditions

By Leon Poultney published 6 March 26

Nokian's new tire tech can automatically deploy studs when the mercury drops below freezing for improved traction without the fuss of swapping rubber.

BYD says its next-gen EV battery can deliver 625 miles on a single charge and be topped up in minutes

By Leon Poultney published 5 March 26

BYD reveals details about its second-generation Blade Battery for electric vehicles, which promises more range, ultra-fast charging speeds and improved longevity

Megawatt charging is go — BYD tests 1,500kW network that can add 249 miles of EV range in just 5 minutes

By Leon Poultney published 3 March 26

BYD has been testing its megawatt EV charging network with some select owners in China — and it's a glimpse of the gas station-style charging to come.

BYD’s luxury brand says it's just made the world’s longest-range EV, with a monster 644 miles between charging stops

By Leon Poultney published 2 March 26

BYD's luxury brand, Denza, has refreshed its sleek fastback, so it can now manage 644 miles on a single charge

This solid-state motorcycle battery can almost fully recharge in under five minutes, according to new test results — but questions remain

By Leon Poultney published 28 February 26

Donut Labs backs up its bold solid-state battery claims with new tests that showcase ultra-rapid charging speeds.

Tesla Model 3 code suggests it could get an upgrade soon — but were the Model S and Model X axed too soon?

By Leon Poultney published 28 February 26

The Tesla Model 3 could get two big upgrades soon, according to code hints — meanwhile, used Model S and X prices are on the rise.

Ford is charging customers to add a 'frunk' to its 2026 Mustang – and it isn't going down well

By Leon Poultney published 28 February 26

Ford has started making the 'frunk', or front trunk, a paid-for option on its 2026 Mustang Mach-E. And it isn't going down well.

Ford issues safety warning for over 4.3 million vehicles — as a software glitch sparks one of the biggest recalls for years

By Leon Poultney published 27 February 26

Ford issues a massive recall that could affect 4.4 million cars, as software gremlin makes towing unsafe.

Lamborghini pulls the plug on its electric supercar – but these 3 alternatives could still keep the idea alive

By Leon Poultney published 24 February 26

Lamborghini's chief executive says that the Italian supercar manufacturer is planning to abandon its all-electric supercar. So where next for speedy, luxury EVs?

I wore this rugged Suunto smartwatch for months, and I reckon Garmin's got competition in the outdoor superwatch arena

By Leon Poultney published 22 February 26

With an enormous battery life and a crisp AOLED display, the Suunto Vertical 2 has some of Garmin's most powerful adventure watches in its sights

Forget solid-state batteries – researchers have made a lithium-ion breakthrough that could boost range and drastically lower costs

By Leon Poultney published 20 February 26

Greater energy density and reduced costs are touted

Tesla hails the arrival of its first Cybercab – meanwhile, its Robotaxis are crashing four times more than human drivers

By Leon Poultney published 20 February 26

Would you trust Tesla's Cybercab when its Robotaxi business is posting crash data like this?

A massive new EV study just dispelled the biggest myth about electric car batteries

By Leon Poultney published 19 February 26

The UK's largest EV Battery Performance Index proves that used car customers have little to fear.

Toyota says it’s going all-in on battery electric cars with four new models, but is it too late?

By Leon Poultney published 16 February 26

After resisting battery electric vehicles for years, Toyota goes all-in on EV with four new models due by 2027.

I’ve driven the most dynamic Porsche Macan ever made – and it also packs some very clever parking tech

By Leon Poultney published 15 February 26

Porsche's GTS badge has always graced the most dynamic models, but can it work on a heavy electric SUV?

China is hell-bent on dominating EVs, but it really needs to stop being such a Range Rover copycat

By Leon Poultney published 14 February 26

With yet another Range Rover look-a-like unveiled it looks like there is no end to China's obsession with imitation

President Trump getting out of a red electric car

What does this mean for EVs? 5 ways Trump’s big climate policy reversal could affect your next car purchase

By Leon Poultney published 13 February 26

President Trump’s reversal of the landmark ‘endangerment findings’ will cause major upset in the automotive industry – here’s what it could mean for electric vehicles.

Watch out, Tesla – the early Rivian R2 verdicts suggest it's going to be a serious Model Y rival

By Leon Poultney published 11 February 26

World's top media get an early drive with Rivian's R2 and early reports suggest the company is on to a winner

The world’s first EV with a sodium-ion battery has landed – and it beats traditional lithium batteries in one key way

By Leon Poultney published 9 February 26

A new sodium-ion battery technology has arrived in a new Chinese EV – and it promises to beat lithium-ion batteries in one important way.

Worried about winter EV range loss? Brutal test reveals the 10 hardiest models you can buy – and Tesla only just made the list

By Leon Poultney published 6 February 26

The Norwegian Automotive Federation tested some of the top-selling EVs to see how they performed in extreme weather conditions.

BMW doubles down on divisive car subscription features – but admits its 'heated seats' furore was a mistake

By Leon Poultney published 6 February 26

BMW will continue to offer features via subscription, despite a very public backlash against its heated seats

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