By Lichelle Brown and Kimatni D. Rawlins The 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz made its global premiere at the 1st Annual VW Bus Day in Huntington Beach, CA recently. Inspired by the iconic Microbus, this all-electric transporter captured the attention of over 230 enthusiasts who participated in the nostalgic yet futuristic
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins Welcome to Huntington Beach, CA for the global premiere of the 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz featuring DNA dating back to 1950. Held at one of Surf City’s major lots across from the immaculate Paséa Hotel & Spa, over 230 Microbus enthusiasts joined the celebration to
By Leon Brittain The formula for success continues with the introduction of the 8th generation 2024 BMW 5 Series sports sedan which welcomes more splendor, luxury, digital tech, and comfort. With 10 million models sold globally since 1973, the elevation of The 5 is an achievement in the brand’s history.
By Leon Brittain It was a joyous and helpful weekend as my family participated in moving our college daughter into her new apartment while simultaneously entertaining visiting aunts, uncles, and cousins. So of course the tasks required an SUV with storage capabilities, cargo management, and style when it was time
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins I had a fantastic time in Volvo’s hometown of Gothenburg, Sweden to experience the 2024 RWD XC40 Recharge with a 293-mile electric range and the 2024 RWD C40 Recharge with a 297-mile electric range. The new RWDs are lighter, have faster charge times, and feature
Welcome to Gothenburg, Sweden for a deep dive into Volvo Car’s all-new, all-electric 7-passenger EX90. The flagship SUV is built on an entirely new platform with architecture focused on advanced safety and intelligent tech. Achieving 300 miles of emission-free mobility from a 111 kWh battery and two-motor setup, the 2024
The world’s first all-electric supertruck will soon include an exclusive special edition set to send desirability into orbit. Today, GMC revealed the 2024 HUMMER EV Omega Edition, a limited edition vehicle with interstellar style to stand out on city streets and capability to conquer extreme off-road trails. Further elevating the
Setting a new level of expectations for luxury electric experiences behind the wheel, Lucid Motors, winner of the 2023 World Luxury Car Award, announced the first deliveries of the menacing Lucid Air Stealth Appearance, an optional exterior design theme with a darker personality. The Stealth Appearance is an option for
Based on the technology of Mercedes-EQ’s EQS SUV, the 2024 Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 SUV becomes the first all-electric series model from the luxury automaker. The stately machine combines technical specifications with Maybach exclusivity which is in line with Wilhelm Maybach’s principle: “What is good must also be beautiful.” In Lisbon,
BMW M introduces the most powerful purely electric model in the BMW portfolio – the 2024 BMW i7 M70 xDrive, which marks another milestone for BMW M GmbH in its transformation to electric mobility. With two electric motors generating a maximum system output of 650 hp and an M-tuned chassis,
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins Ladies and gentlemen welcome to Portugal for the international media drive of the all-new 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV which expands the fully-electric Mercedes-EQ brand by making it the second EV SUV in the portfolio. The German automaker has been on a role since introducing the
Kia unveiled the all-electric 2024 EV9 SUV to an anxious crowd at the 2023 New York International Auto Show for the first time in North America. As the first three-row EV SUV from Kia, the EV9 is the flagship of the global Plan S strategy and a beacon that points
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins With the expansion of electric vehicle offerings from almost every automaker, Hyundai has identified its e-mobility brand as the “IONIQ” label, which will continue to grow as battery technologies evolve. The Korean company’s wildly successful and game-changing IONIQ 5 compact SUV took home a bevy
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins Built on the successful GV70 platform, Genesis has expanded its EV lineup by introducing the 2023 Electrified GV70 luxury crossover, which continues to represent the automaker’s three pillars of success: audacious, progressive, and distinctly Korean. Genesis has been forward-thinking since its debut, employing humble and
Experienced by Leon Brittain, www.AutomotiveRhythms.com It was time for another weekend road trip to Ocean City in honor of my teen daughter’s volleyball lifestyle. From Silver Spring, MD the beach town is a three to 4-hour commute depending on traffic. So, of course I was apprehensive about driving an EV
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Aix-en-Provence in the South of France for an international test drive of the all-new 2023 Lexus RZ 450e, the luxury automaker’s first-ever battery-electric vehicle. With a range of up to 220 miles when paired with the 18″ Dark Gray Metallic aluminum rim selection, the EV
Experienced By Kimatni D. Rawlins As Genesis continues to expand its EV lineup, I must pay homage to the electrified 2023 GV60 crossover, the company’s first dedicated EV model. The Korean automaker’s e-mobility goal is to shift towards an all-electric lineup by 2030. The AWD GV60 has an EPA-estimated electric
Experienced By Kimatni D. Rawlins As an automotive journalist, I test and evaluate the latest electric vehicles from SUVs to performance sedans. For example, I’m currently reviewing the electrified 2023 Genesis GV60 crossover, and in prior weeks I had the Mercedes EQS and Audi Q4 e-tron in my driveway. Since
Meet the 2024 Corvette E-Ray 3LZ Convertible shown at the 2023 Chicago Auto Show with up to 655 combined HP, 0 to 60 in 2.5 seconds and e-AWD with incredible launch acceleration. The 6.2L LT2 V8 engine features an electric drive unit that powers the front axle to make this
At the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas recently I was also able to experience a test drive in the Vision EQXX ultra EV. Engineered in just 18 months and representing the most efficient Mercedes-Benz ever built, this experimental unit acts as a barometer for production EQ models, which
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins The advancements in digital technologies, EV development, and forward-thinking by Mercedes-Benz were on full display at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. With incontrovertible electrification innovations — both current and on the horizon — the automotive manufacturing and software company from Stuttgart,
The RAM 1500 Revolution Concept is here with 3D printed sideview mirrors, grand saloon opening doors, a multifunction tailgate, illuminated RAM grille, fold flat rear seats, and a power midgate to open up the “one space” environment. RAM consumers can carry more, store larger items, and utilize augmented reality and
By Lichelle Brown and Kimatni D. Rawlins The 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz made its global premiere at the 1st Annual VW Bus Day in Huntington
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins Welcome to Huntington Beach, CA for the global premiere of the 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz featuring DNA dating back to
By Leon Brittain The formula for success continues with the introduction of the 8th generation 2024 BMW 5 Series sports sedan which welcomes more splendor,
By Leon Brittain It was a joyous and helpful weekend as my family participated in moving our college daughter into her new apartment while simultaneously
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins I had a fantastic time in Volvo’s hometown of Gothenburg, Sweden to experience the 2024 RWD XC40 Recharge with a
Welcome to Gothenburg, Sweden for a deep dive into Volvo Car’s all-new, all-electric 7-passenger EX90. The flagship SUV is built on an entirely new platform
The world’s first all-electric supertruck will soon include an exclusive special edition set to send desirability into orbit. Today, GMC revealed the 2024 HUMMER EV
Setting a new level of expectations for luxury electric experiences behind the wheel, Lucid Motors, winner of the 2023 World Luxury Car Award, announced the
Based on the technology of Mercedes-EQ’s EQS SUV, the 2024 Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 SUV becomes the first all-electric series model from the luxury automaker. The
BMW M introduces the most powerful purely electric model in the BMW portfolio – the 2024 BMW i7 M70 xDrive, which marks another milestone for
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins Ladies and gentlemen welcome to Portugal for the international media drive of the all-new 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV which expands
Kia unveiled the all-electric 2024 EV9 SUV to an anxious crowd at the 2023 New York International Auto Show for the first time in North
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins With the expansion of electric vehicle offerings from almost every automaker, Hyundai has identified its e-mobility brand as the “IONIQ”
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins Built on the successful GV70 platform, Genesis has expanded its EV lineup by introducing the 2023 Electrified GV70 luxury crossover,
Experienced by Leon Brittain, www.AutomotiveRhythms.com It was time for another weekend road trip to Ocean City in honor of my teen daughter’s volleyball lifestyle. From
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Aix-en-Provence in the South of France for an international test drive of the all-new 2023 Lexus RZ 450e, the luxury
Experienced By Kimatni D. Rawlins As Genesis continues to expand its EV lineup, I must pay homage to the electrified 2023 GV60 crossover, the company’s
Experienced By Kimatni D. Rawlins As an automotive journalist, I test and evaluate the latest electric vehicles from SUVs to performance sedans. For example, I’m
Meet the 2024 Corvette E-Ray 3LZ Convertible shown at the 2023 Chicago Auto Show with up to 655 combined HP, 0 to 60 in 2.5
At the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas recently I was also able to experience a test drive in the Vision EQXX ultra EV.
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins The advancements in digital technologies, EV development, and forward-thinking by Mercedes-Benz were on full display at the 2023 Consumer Electronics
The RAM 1500 Revolution Concept is here with 3D printed sideview mirrors, grand saloon opening doors, a multifunction tailgate, illuminated RAM grille, fold flat rear
