Mercedes-Benz's $100,000 electric SUV is an awesome Tesla rival — but its blob-like looks aren't for everyone

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The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV brings a luxurious interior and awe-inspiring driving tech.

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Some Tesla engineers secretly started designing a Cybertruck alternative because they 'hated' the original concept, according to the new Elon Musk biography

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Some Tesla engineers weren't fans of Elon Musk's plans for the Cybertruck.

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I drove Lamborghini's wild, spaceship-inspired concept car and got a glimpse of the brand's electric future

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I got to drive the future of Lamborghini: the electric Lanzador.

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A Tesla bumper sticker that says 'I bought this before we knew Elon was crazy' keeps popping up on social media. It's prompting a debate about whether you can separate a product from its CEO.

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A picture of a Tesla bumper sticker that poked fun at Elon Musk has been making the rounds on social media.

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'It's a dealbreaker:' Some Tesla fans are complaining about the new Model 3's 'terrible' turn-signal buttons

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Tesla fans have applauded the new Model 3's modern styling and more premium interior, but they don't like the lack of stalks.

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Mercedes says it can beat any Tesla on range with a new car nearing production

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A Tesla Model 3 charges at a Supercharger.

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EV owners are fed up with charging stations that lack bathrooms, snacks, and even trash cans

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EV charging stations sometimes lack simple amenities like 24-hour bathrooms, food, and trash cans.

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Tesla is reportedly under investigation by the DOJ and SEC over its mysterious 'Project 42'

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Elon Musk's secretive initiative dubbed "Project 42" could spell trouble for the CEO.

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Kia revealed yet another awesome-looking electric SUV — and it's headed to China first

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The Kia EV5.

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I've reviewed 27 electric vehicles, including a $2 million supercar and a $20,000 3-wheeler. Here's what makes them all unique.

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A silver Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance electric car in a driveway, with trees and blue sky in the background.
The $150,000 Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance was one of the most impressive vehicles I've ever tested.

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