Articles by Leon Poultney, EVs correspondent

Leon has been navigating a world where automotive and tech collide for almost 20 years, reporting on everything from in-car entertainment to robotised manufacturing plants. Currently, EVs are the focus of his attentions, but give it a few years and it will be electric vertical take-off and landing craft. Outside of work hours, he can be found tinkering with distinctly analogue motorcycles, because electric motors are no replacement for an old Honda inline four.

Articles by: Leon Poultney

I’ve tried BMW’s latest iDrive system – and its Amazon Alexa Plus voice assistant is a game-changer

By Leon Poultney Published 8 January 26

BMW's UX boss takes us on a deep dive tour of iDrive with Amazon Alexa Plus.

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I tried an electric bike to get me back into gravel riding without the shame of being woefully unfit

By Leon Poultney Published 2 January 26

With stealthy electric propulsion, the Ribble CGR E AL is the perfect excuse to get back in the saddle.

I review EVs for a living – these are the top 7 electric cars that blew me away in 2025

By Leon Poultney Published 1 January 26

Looking to add an EV to your life in 2026? These are the best electric cars that I have driven this year.

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Shock, horror! In-car touchscreens are way more distracting than we first thought, says new study

By Leon Poultney Published 22 December 25

New research suggests that using a touchscreen when behind the wheel makes you a pretty terrible driver.

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I’ve driven Kia’s debut electric van and it’s one of the most convincing electric people-movers out there

By Leon Poultney Published 22 December 25

Forget your big SUVs, Kia's debut electric van makes people carriers cool.

Waze could soon fix its biggest weakness to tempt you from Google Maps

By Leon Poultney Published 17 December 25

Waze is reportedly testing traffic light indication during navigation, with the feature due to be rolled out in the coming months.

Ford's discontinued F-150 Lightning pick-up truck never stood a chance – here's why

By Leon Poultney Published 16 December 25

Production of the current F-150 Lightning electric pick-up will come to an end this year, as Ford pivots back to gasoline and hybrids.

The future of minivans? Citroen's six-seater concept EV has inflatable beds and some very clever ideas

By Leon Poultney Published 14 December 25

Citroen's latest ELO concept is a "tiny house on wheels" according to its makers, but this diminutive six-seater completely changes the approach to minivans.

I’ve driven the new Tesla Model Y Performance — and despite it being a great car, it isn't anywhere near as exciting as it once was

By Leon Poultney Published 13 December 25

Tesla's Model Y is one of the best cars it has ever produced, but the Performance edition feels expensive and kind of pointless.

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The inevitable has happened – the EU has U-turned on its plan to ban the sale of ICE cars by 2035

By Leon Poultney Published 13 December 25

The EU looks to reverse its plans to ban the sale of new internal combustion engine vehicles by 2035, as EV demand wanes.

Want a digital license plate? The Sony Afeela 1 will be the first car to offer one – and you'll be able to add your Instagram handle

By Leon Poultney Published 11 December 25

The Sony Honda Afeela 1 will be the first car to offer a digital license plate – here's how it works.

Subaru joins controversial list of carmakers experimenting with infotainment system pop-up ads

By Leon Poultney Published 8 December 25

Pop-up ads in Subarus have been driving customers around the bend, but they aren't the only manufacturer keen on exploiting the rich revenue stream.

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This electrified WW2 motorbike is one of the most exciting of 2026 – here are 5 things you need to know about the Flying Flea

By Leon Poultney Published 7 December 25

Royal Enfield's first stab at an electric bike is refreshingly different and packed with cutting-edge technology.

Hyundai’s charming autonomous robot can be everything from a golf trolley to an e-scooter – and it's going on sale soon

By Leon Poultney Published 4 December 25

Hyundai announces its first production-ready autonomous robot that wants be your friend and your co-worker.

Concorde-style air travel could be back soon – these powerful EV motors are unlocking the secrets to supersonic air speeds

By Leon Poultney Published 2 December 25

Supersonic air travel could be back on the cards thanks to some very powerful EV motors.

No, EVs aren’t an ‘electrosmog’ health risk, experts say – with some petrol cars performing even worse

By Leon Poultney Published 1 December 25

New study claims EVs emit less electromagnetic radiation than petrol cars, killing off a number of myths.

I’ve driven the new electric Kia EV4 – and it finally makes hatchbacks exciting again for three key reasons

By Leon Poultney Published 30 November 25

Kia's EV4 completes the Korean marque's line-up of excellent EVs and proves hatchbacks still have a place.

Google hints at Google Assistant shutdown date for Android Auto – here's what that means for you

By Leon Poultney Published 27 November 25

Google Gemini promises more natural interaction with Android Auto infotainment systems and it's coming sooner than you think.

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Sick of annoying car safety warning systems? Good news, they'll become less 'intrusive' from 2026 – here's why

By Leon Poultney Published 27 November 25

Tougher rules on advanced driver assistance systems could see a reduction in overbearing alerts and interruptions when behind the wheel.

Shoei reveals world’s first motorcycle helmet with a visor-mounted HUD – and it makes so much sense for riders

By Leon Poultney Published 24 November 25

An integrated, AI-powered head-up display propels Shoei's latest lid into the future and could help reduce rider distractions.

I tried this simple speed camera and hazard tracker – and it’s the affordable, screen-less copilot I’ve been looking for

By Leon Poultney Published 21 November 25

The Ooono Co-Driver NO2 brings reliable speed camera and road hazard warnings, without the distracting visuals.

Robotaxis are on the rise – Tesla, Waymo and Zoox reveal expansions plans, here's what's coming

By Leon Poultney Published 19 November 25

Cab drivers beware, robotaxis are on the rise, as three major players announce massive expansion plans.

It’s official – the Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric will be the most powerful production Porsche ever made

By Leon Poultney Published 19 November 25

The Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric is officially going to be the "most powerful production Porsche of all time".

In-car screens just got two big upgrades from LG and Harman – including the world's first 'dual view' OLED

By Leon Poultney Published 17 November 25

Split-screen OLEDs and home cinema-quality displays are coming to cars of the future.

The future of hatchbacks? Peugeot's new concept EV dazzles with gullwing doors, swappable seats and steer-by-wire tech

By Leon Poultney Published 13 November 25

Peugeot says it is moving towards steer-by-wire technology in the coming years, completely changing the way it approaches car interiors.

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