EVs In The News - March 2026

Igor Orlovich and Ravi Mehta
Mar 15
1 min read

Igor Orlovich and Ravi Mehta follow the news about Electric Vehicles and have curated items for fans and those thinking about going electric for their next car, SUV, or truck.

News from the Dealers:

Toyota’s first-ever 2026 bZ Woodland is expected to arrive at dealerships nationwide in March. The EV has a net combined system output of 375 horsepower and an EPA-estimated total driving range rating of up to 281mi, or 260 mi when equipped with optional All-Terrain tires.

Lexus revealed that the 2026 ES EV will be cheaper than the hybrid version, with prices starting under $50,000. The 2026 Lexus ES received a complete redesign inside and out, including a new fully electric version. It’s the first core Lexus model transformed into a “multi-platform” vehicle with EV and hybrid powertrains.

Used Electric Vehicles!

CPG's good friend Thad Schickling has compiled a current list of available used EVs from Cars.com with commentary about some of the makes and models. Check out his article here.

Battery Technology

China's BYD’s Second-Generation Blade Battery Makes Western EV Tech Look Ancient. The new battery can charge from 10-70% in just about five minutes and from 10-97% in under 10 minutes. More impressively, the company showcased the battery charging flawlessly from 20-97% at -22°F (-30°C) in just about 12 minutes.