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

Volvo is set to launch an all-new XC70 plug-in hybrid with a staggering 124-mile EV range

By Leon Poultney published 1 September 25

A monster electric range and the backing of a petrol engine offers EV-sceptics a gentle introduction to the world of alternative

Everyone is writing off the new wave of high-performance Chinese EVs – here's why that's a big mistake

By Leon Poultney published 31 August 25

Xiaomi and Yangwang have been smashing EV performance records

Tesla takes the wraps off its Model Y Performance – a family SUV that’s faster than a Porsche 911

By Leon Poultney published 29 August 25

Coming to Europe and the Middle East, Tesla's new Model Y Performance has a spoiler that I think kinda suits it.

Tesla teases major launch for tomorrow – and it looks like it could be the new Model Y Performance

By Leon Poultney published 28 August 25

The Model Y Performance has been missing from Tesla’s line-up, but recent teasers suggest it’s making a comeback

Your car could be at risk – new Flipper Zero craze sees car thieves use cheap hacking device, and there's no easy fix

By Leon Poultney published 27 August 25

Hackers have created patches that allow Flipper Zero owners to gain access to a vast number of modern vehicles.

'If it’s just digital, it will never be luxury': Bentley hits out at premium rivals as it prepares to launch first EV

By Leon Poultney published 27 August 25

British marque says there's no replacement for craftsmanship

This wild Mercedes-AMG concept car just demolished several EV distance records – including driving 'around the world' in eight days

By Leon Poultney published 26 August 25

The Mercedes-AMG GT XX covered 3,404 miles in 24 hours thanks to ultra-rapid charging and plenty of coffee.

Apple’s iOS 26 is changing CarPlay in a big way – here are the 4 hottest new features

By Leon Poultney published 23 August 25

CarPlay will look and feel very different when you plug your iPhone into your car later this year. Here are the biggest upgrades from iOS 26.

Want a cheap Tesla? EV giant slashes its monthly UK leasing prices – and offers enticing US deals to boost sales

By Leon Poultney published 19 August 25

Cheap lease deals and generous bundle deals in the US have been introduced to help buoy Tesla sales.

Volkswagen wants you to pay a Netflix-style subscription to unlock extra EV power – and that could be a slippery slope

By Leon Poultney published 19 August 25

Volkswagen will charge a monthly fee for maximum power but more automakers could follow suit.

I’ve driven the new electric Mercedes G-Wagen – and the rough-and-ready EV makes very little sense, which is why it’s perfect

By Leon Poultney published 9 August 25

The hulking G 580 makes little sense, but then a G-Wagen never really has.

'This is a Model T moment for us': Ford teases new family of affordable EVs, here's what to expect

By Leon Poultney published 4 August 25

The results of Ford's 'skunkworks' EV development team will be revealed later this month – here's what we expect to see.

The rear wheel of the Verge TS Pro motorbike next to a view of its front

I've ridden the groundbreaking Verge TS Pro electric superbike – and it almost lives up to its Tron-like looks and hefty price tag

By Leon Poultney published 2 August 25

The first production vehicle with an in-wheel motor looks like something straight from a sci-fi film, but it's not perfect.

Honda's tiny EV makes official debut – and the impossibly cute microcar can power your home too

By Leon Poultney published 1 August 25

The tiny Honda N-One e: will go on to spawn an equally compact EV for Europe and beyond.

The Tesla Cybertruck is officially a flop, but a smaller version could be en route – here are 5 things I think it needs

By Leon Poultney published 30 July 25

A more practical, affordable pick-up could be exactly what Tesla needs to boost sales.

Spy shots surface of Tesla’s budget Model Y – here are 3 features you could miss out on

By Leon Poultney published 28 July 25

With no rear passenger screen, a lack of panoramic sunroof and basic headlights, the pared-back Model Y hopes to win over customers with a tempting price tag.

I've ridden Honda's latest electric scooter with clever battery-swap technology – and it might just convince commuters to give up on petrol

By Leon Poultney published 27 July 25

Honda takes battery-swap technology global with the launch of its latest electric scooter – and I've taken it for a revealing spin.

A steering wheel and interior of an Aston Martin car showing Apple CarPlay Ultra

Apple CarPlay Ultra looks dead on arrival as another automotive giant distances itself – here's what needs to change

By Leon Poultney published 26 July 25

Apple's enhanced version of its CarPlay system has taken another blow, with a major German auto maker saying it has no plans to adopt it.

‘Let the cat out of the bag there’: Elon Musk says the new, affordable Tesla coming in 2025 will just be a cheaper Model Y

By Leon Poultney published 25 July 25

Musk confirms that cheaper versions of the current Model Y are coming – but there are no signs of an all-new car.

Can I use dash cam footage in court? An expert explains why video clips are increasingly helping motorists with claims

By Leon Poultney published 23 July 25

A dash cam expert explores how a dash cam can provide footage for court cases and police investigations.

Tesla's futuristic drive-in Diner is the coolest thing it's built in years – here's what it's like inside

By Leon Poultney published 22 July 25

Tesla has just opened the doors to its new LA Diner – and it's a retro-inspired triumph.

I’ve driven the new Mercedes-Benz CLA and it convinced me that EV efficiency can actually be exciting

By Leon Poultney published 19 July 25

Forget performance figures, the Mercedes CLA goes big on range and that's fine with me

Automakers appear to be turning their backs on CarPlay Ultra but that hasn’t stopped Apple adding this new feature

By Leon Poultney published 16 July 25

Apple continues to work on its CarPlay Ultra offering, despite a number of automakers stating they won't be adding it to future vehicles.

This Pocket Rocket electric motorcycle essentially runs on a giant AA battery and it’s now available to pre-order

By Leon Poultney published 15 July 25

Ever wanted to ride a pipe on wheels? Sol Motors has you covered.

Tesla introduces Grok AI into some of its cars, but it can’t control the vehicle… yet

By Leon Poultney published 14 July 25

Tesla adds Grok to some US-made vehicles, but its abilities are currently limited.

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