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

Tesla was once an EV innovator, but its cheaper Model 3 and Model Y show it’s now being lapped by Chinese rivals

By Leon Poultney published 8 October 25

There are now more affordable Tesla models in the US, but they sure are basic – here's what's been cut to hit those lower price tags.

Dacia's Hipster concept is the most Dacia thing it’s done in years – and the wild compact SUV could yet make it onto roads

By Leon Poultney published 6 October 25

Dacia's Hipster could spawn an entirely new category of EV that can be driven by the widest possible demographic.

I rode the BMW CE 02 e-motorbike and it is one of the finest applications of electrification in the two-wheeled world

By Leon Poultney published 4 October 25

Compact, cool and a joy to ride, BMW's CE 02 shows how EVs can make a difference

I’ve been using Google Maps with Apple CarPlay for years and I didn’t know this handy feature existed

By Leon Poultney published 1 October 25

TikTok user discovers hidden feature after panic-swiping

The interior of the Porsche Cayenne EV next to a photo of it hill-climbing

I’ve tried Porsche’s screen-packed Cayenne EV – and it’s going to be an all-electric force to be reckoned with

By Leon Poultney published 1 October 25

Porsche reveals more about its upcoming electric Cayenne – and we hope you like screens...

Peloton revamps loads of its fitness equipment, introduces an AI-powered coaching features – and of course, hikes prices

By Leon Poultney published 1 October 25

Peloton's Cross Training Series aims to inject some AI-smarts into home fitness

Yes, really – Peugeot’s next concept car will have a square steering wheel that works like a ‘video game controller’

By Leon Poultney published 29 September 25

Future Peugeot models could sport a square wheel – for reasons unknown to man.

A man in a car getting angry next to a mock-up of a happy AI assistant in a car

Driving us mad – the 6 most annoying EV innovations that no-one asked for

By Leon Poultney published 28 September 25

Auto tech is evolving fast. Perhaps too fast

A person riding the Infinite Machine P1 scooter, next to the electric scooter sitting stationary

This Blade Runner-inspired electric scooter can hit 65mph, travel for 60 miles and is getting a global launch soon

By Leon Poultney published 24 September 25

For $10,000, you can commute to work like a character from a sci-fi movie – and the Infinite Machine P1 will soon be available outside the US soon too.

Tesla leak reveals potential specs for 'affordable' Model Y – here are 9 key features that could be missing

By Leon Poultney published 23 September 25

A cheaper Model Y is on the horizon, but you'll have to make do without a number of niceties, according to a new leak.

Forget e-bikes – this electric trike lets you pedal your way to 75mph on public highways

By Leon Poultney published 22 September 25

Pedal power meets EV technology in this innovative extra-urban run-around.

A Mercedes-Benz EQS car next to a QuantumScape solid-state battery

I'm convinced solid-state batteries will be a big turning point for EVs soon – here’s why

By Leon Poultney published 21 September 25

Solid-state batteries have been the next big thing in EVs for years, but they're finally gaining momentum. Here's when experts think they'll finally move out of the prototype lab and onto the roads.

Pop-out car door handles could finally disappear for good – as Tesla responds to global backlash about their safety

By Leon Poultney published 19 September 25

Tesla has responded to a new investigation and potential Chinese ban on pop-up door handles, but I want to see them disappear for good.

Lucid just gave its EV owners a free dash cam mode and Tesla-style parking monitor – all from a software update

By Leon Poultney published 18 September 25

A recent over-the-air update has introduced some key new features to Lucid's ground-breaking electric SUV.

A Chinese robot vacuum company wants to take on Bugatti with an upcoming hyper-EV – but it’s off to a shaky start with these ridiculous renders

By Leon Poultney published 17 September 25

From air purifiers to the fastest EV in the world? This company has big Dreames.

Two car dashboards showing Apple CarPlay

I’ve tried CarPlay’s new iOS 26 makeover – here are my 5 favorite upgrades

By Leon Poultney published 16 September 25

Apple’s iOS 26 update brings a refresh to CarPlay and after trying it, I’ve landed on my favorite aspects.

LG brings Xbox to cars – but you'll sadly have to put up with Zoom calls too

By Leon Poultney published 15 September 25

LG will expand its webOS offering in vehicles, with delivery of the Xbox and Zoom apps.

Tesla scraps its cheapest Cybertruck after just five months – as it hurtles towards becoming one of the all-time biggest flops

By Leon Poultney published 15 September 25

You can no longer buy Tesla’s cheapest Cybertruck, as it quietly disappears from the configurator after just five months.

The 9 most exciting EVs and concepts we saw at the IAA Mobility Show 2025

By Leon Poultney published 13 September 25

The former Munich Motor Show brings an eclectic collection of concept cars, future EVs and infotainment technology.

A Tesla car being recharged at a Shell Recharge station

Shell pivots from petrol to battery tech, claiming breakthrough can charge EVs in under 10 minutes

By Leon Poultney published 13 September 25

Shell says its new EV-Plus Thermal Fluid can help “unlock significant reductions in charging times”. Here's how it works.