Globe Drive

The i4 is BMW’s first EV sports sedan, but it is built on a shared platform with gas vehicles. James Engelsman and Thomas Holland from Throttle House like the acceleration, but lean toward the dedicated EVs

James Engelsman and Thomas Holland from Throttle House compare Kia’s new EV6 electric vehicle against it’s retro-looking cousin, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 to see which is the better daily driver.

Starting at $45,000 before rebates, the Hyundai Ioniq5 might be the funkiest, most spacious, most sensible EV purchase this side of a Tesla Model Y. James Engelsman and Thomas Holland from Throttle House road-test the car on California’s winding roads.

Lucid Motors is a relative newcomer to the EV market and offers several versions of its sedan with up to 1,111 horsepower on tap. James Engelsman and Thomas Holland from Throttle House test an Air Dream Edition Performance and find an EV with the speed, handling, range and design to battle other electrics, with a hefty price tag to match.

The updated Toyota GR 86 (formerly called the GT 86) captures the sports car essence of rear-wheel drive and light weight, while also delivering more power and torque than its predecessor. Thomas Holland and James Engelsman from Throttle House were all smiles whipping the nimble coupe around their test track.

With the GV70, Genesis shows it is ready to battle the European manufacturers in the competitive luxury crossover segment. James Engelsman and Thomas Holland from Throttle House say the GV70 makes up for being a little down on performance with plenty of style and tech.

Honda’s perennially popular Civic has undergone a major makeover for 2022 with features and dynamics that keep it in the forefront of the compact car pack. James Engelsman and Thomas Holland from Throttle House find the Civic sedan is let down a little by its CVT, but the upcoming hatchback will offer an optional six-speed manual.