Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. James Morris covers the rapidly growing world of electric vehicles. Charging time is one of the regular criticisms aimed at EVs.

Every car owner has, at some point in their vehicle ownership journey, dealt with a drained battery. If you haven't, consider yourself lucky. You might have left your car at a shop, gone on vacation, ...

On average, EV batteries lose just over 2% of their capacity a year, a new study has found. But there is a detrimental impact ...

It is a common assumption that it takes more time for an EV to charge than for a conventional vehicle to refuel at a pump. This isn’t an unreasonable assumption. After all, electric cars can take ...

There are few greater frustrations in life than hearing the persistent clicking of your engine trying to turn over in vain. If you have a faulty alternator or just plain bad luck, finding out your car ...

UK-based battery technology company Nyobolt showcased its latest EV concept vehicle at this years’ Goodwood Festival of Speed. It claims the car’s battery charges fully in under six minutes, setting a ...

️ Editor's note: This article was updated with new information in December 2025. Dead batteries are a predictable reality for any car that spends more time parked than driven. Battery discharge does ...

Noah is a long-time writer, editor, website developer, and creative based in the United States and currently focused on automotive writing. Electric and hybrid powertrains and battery specifications ...

My “unicorn” Volvo V90 plug-in hybrid wagon is almost four years old. Here’s how healthy its high-voltage battery is.