Articles by Myriam Joire, Freelance Contributor

Myriam Joire (tnkgrl) was born wearing combat boots and holding a keyboard. Moments later she picked up a soldering iron. On weekends, she rally-raced with her father. She's been stomping, typing, hacking, and driving ever since. After spending years being a code-monkey in the video game industry, she joined Engadget as Senior Mobile Editor and later Pebble as Chief Evangelist. Today she hosts the weekly Mobile Tech Podcast, makes videos on YouTube, writes about tech and cars for TechRadar and other major publications, and advises startups on product/media strategy. She's based in San Francisco.

Articles by: Myriam Joire

I love my Tesla, but I’ve got five reasons why it shouldn’t be your first EV

By Myriam Joire published 6 July 23

If you're in the market for your very first EV, you might look at some Tesla alternatives.

Angled side view of the BMW i7 parked in a studio

BMW i7 first look: luxury, comfort and a massive 31.3-inch Theater Screen

By Myriam Joire published 17 May 22

first look The i7 is BMW's flagship battery-electric luxury sedan, and it's stuffed full of tech.

Angled side view of Mercedes EQB parked on a country lane

Mercedes EQB first drive: this mid-size SUV EV offers a sports car ride

By Myriam Joire published 8 May 22

First drive The EQB left us pleasantly surprised, the only wildcard here is the range.

Angled front view of a white EQS SUV parked in a studio

Mercedes EQS SUV first look: just what the doctor ordered

By Myriam Joire published 7 May 22

First look We think the EQS SUV will be significantly more popular than the EQS sedan, and just as wonderful.

Angled view from front of the Mercedes EQE

Mercedes EQE first drive: this is the best Mercedes EV to date

By Myriam Joire published 12 April 22

First Drive The Mercedes EQE is set to be one of the best all-electric cars launching this year.

Woman sitting in rear seat of car wearing a VR headset

I played VR games in a moving car and didn't get sick

By Myriam Joire published 27 March 22

Holoride offers an immersive in-car VR experiences without the motion sickness.

Volkswagen ID Buzz first look: the icon is back, with electric power and Easter eggs

By Myriam Joire last updated 21 March 22

First look The ID Buzz is a stylish retro-modern EV that does an excellent job creating a modern electric successor to an icon.

Rear view at an angle of the Fisker Ocean

We get a first look at the Fisker Ocean, the EV with solar panels and a rotating display

By Myriam Joire published 12 March 22

First look Come take a look round the fully electric Fisker Ocean SUV with us.

Mini Cooper SE review: the electric hot-hatch is here

By Myriam Joire published 19 February 22

review The Mini Cooper SE is an affordable, stylish, and playful EV that throws range to the wind.

We used the Hyundai Ioniq 5 to charge another EV

By Myriam Joire published 23 January 22

The Ioniq 5 has a number of party pieces, including super-fast 350kW charging and the ability to charge other electric cars.

Full width view of the dash in the Toyota bZ4X

We used Toyota's new infotainment system in the bZ4X and it's a huge improvement

By Myriam Joire published 22 January 22

Toyota's updated infotainment system in the fully-electric bZ4X is a huge improvement over its previous offerings.

Taycan 4S Cross Turismo parked in a forest

Future Porsche EVs will know all about the road ahead way before you even get there

By Myriam Joire last updated 13 January 22

The all-knowing Porsche

Mercedes-Benz EQS review: effortless luxury and performance

By Myriam Joire published 31 December 21

Review The EQS delivers effortless comfort and luxury, competitive range and performance, and a delightful EV experience.

VW ID.4 AWD outside under the shade of trees in a parking lot

The VW ID.4 AWD is comfortable, confident and definitely outclasses its hybrid rivals

By Myriam Joire last updated 8 November 21

First Drive We've driven the fully electric, all-wheel drive VW ID.4 - and it's excellent.

Mazda MX-30 first drive: an odd battery-electric crossover

By Myriam Joire published 6 November 21

First Drive We take the MX-30 for a spin and answer the question - compliance or commuter?

Lucid Air may be the yardstick by which all luxury performance EVs are measured

By Myriam Joire published 26 October 21

First drive Amazing specs, top tech and sophisticated design in a premium package that doesn't feel pretentious or bloated.

The Ford Mustang Mach-E GT is a fantastic and sporty battery-electric crossover

By Myriam Joire last updated 19 October 21

First Drive We take the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT for a spin - and loved it

Rear view, at an angle, of Toyota Mirai (2021)

Toyota Mirai (2021) review: comfortable and competent, but a hydrogen headache

By Myriam Joire last updated 11 October 21

Review The new Mirai is comfortable and competent, but hydrogen isn't the future

The BMW i4 sedan and BMW iX in a showroom

The electric BMW i4 and iX offer superb craftsmanship, but Tesla's still the EV king

By Myriam Joire published 4 September 21

First look BMW's latest electric car duo look great, but if you're after power and affordability, you may want to look elsewhere.

Check out the Ford F-150 Lightning from all angles - with space for junk in its frunk

By Myriam Joire published 28 August 21

First Look We've had a good look at the affordable electric truck, and we're impressed.

Tesla Model 3 Long Range (2021) review: the Model 3 is better than ever

By Myriam Joire last updated 19 August 21

Review The Model 3 remains the yardstick by which other entry-level luxury EV are measured.

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