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 spent hours with the new Tesla Model Y – here are 5 updates I like (and 3 things I don't)

By Leon Poultney last updated 24 January 25

A poke around the new car reveals many improvements, but it’s also a lot more expensive.

A laptop screen showing the MotorMia website

I’ve tried the new AI-powered MotorMia app – and it drags classic car mods into the 21st Century

By Leon Poultney published 18 January 25

Mia is the car-crazy AI assistant you never knew you needed

Chinese cars are close to a US ban – and that could make EVs a lot more expensive

By Leon Poultney published 15 January 25

As part of a crackdown on vehicle software and hardware from China, the Biden Administration has finalized its rules for banning Chinese EVs in the US market.

Nissan electrifies its iconic R32 Skyline to preserve its charm – and show that nothing thrills like a classic

By Leon Poultney published 14 January 25

Nissan creates a one-off electrified R32 GT-R Skyline to safeguard the legacy of an automotive icon.

The obsession with huge in-car screens has to stop – nobody needs that much information when behind the wheel

By Leon Poultney published 12 January 25

A reliance on screens by tech-hungry carmakers is driving me crazy

Tesla reveals its long-awaited Model Y 'Juniper' refresh, but the EV isn’t the trailblazer it once was

By Leon Poultney published 10 January 25

Tesla takes the wraps off its long-awaited Juniper refresh for Model Y, with China set to receive the first cars.

The next big EV trend could be these special-edition E Ink dashboards – and I'm all for it

By Leon Poultney published 9 January 25

Continental believes that future EVs could benefit from Amazon Kindle-like displays covering the dashboard.

Honda's new Series 0 prototypes suggest it's back on exciting and pioneering EV form

By Leon Poultney published 8 January 25

Honda says its new line-up of electric vehicles will go on sale in 2026.

Goodbye, buttons – BMW's new Panoramic iDrive system gives all its cars a massive head-up display with AI assistant

By Leon Poultney published 8 January 25

BMW unveils its Panoramic iDrive system that uses the entire windshield as a display surface.

The Sony Afeela EV is finally here, but it could struggle to catch the Lucid Air – here's why

By Leon Poultney published 7 January 25

Sony Honda Mobility says that the long-awaited Afeela 1 is available to reserve now, with deliveries slated for mid-2026. But it could already be playing catchup.

Garmin brings its radar safety tech to motorbikes for the first time, but I'm not convinced

By Leon Poultney published 6 January 25

Garmin unveils the zūmo XT2 motorcycle radar system, which alerts riders of vehicles approaching from the rear.

Bosch's new 'battery lock' update for eBikes could help deter thieves, but it'll cost you

By Leon Poultney published 6 January 25

Bosch has revealed a new 'Battery Lock' feature for eBikes that could help deter thieves, but it comes with a monthly cost.

The 9 best Android Automotive apps to upgrade your driving experience in 2025

By Leon Poultney published 31 December 24

We round up some of the top apps for Android Automotive infotainment systems.

A man sitting in an Electrogenic DeLorean DMC-12 and a person holding a phone at an EV charging station.

I review EVs for a living – here are 5 ways I'm slashing my charging bills in 2025

By Leon Poultney published 28 December 24

Worried about the rising bills from running your EV? Here are our top tips on running it more cost effectively.

The Renault 5 Turbo is back! The 1980s icon returns as a 500hp EV with a very modern price tag

By Leon Poultney published 13 December 24

Renault has confirmed that it will put a 500hp Turbo version of its Renault 5 EV into production in 2026.

I’ve driven the Dacia Spring – and it's cut-price electric motoring at its bare-bones best

By Leon Poultney published 7 December 24

The Dacia Spring is one of the most affordable cars currently on sale, but it emits nothing in the way of emissions.

Garmin Dash Cam 67W review

By Leon Poultney last updated 28 November 24

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New connected features make the compact Garmin Dash Cam 67W more desirable than before

The Smart #3 car next to its interior dashboard

The biggest reason to not buy a new car? Overbearing safety systems that make me never want to drive again

By Leon Poultney published 16 November 24

Overbearing safety systems are making me wish for fully autonomous vehicles to hurry up and go on sale.

EVs are finally embracing physical buttons – with Hyundai being the latest to admit to a touchscreen backlash

By Leon Poultney published 13 November 24

Hyundai Design North America Vice President, Ha Hak-soo, revealed that customers want a return to physical buttons and controls in cars.

LG reveals the future of in-car tech – including a virtual assistant that whisks tired drivers to a nearby coffee shop

By Leon Poultney published 12 November 24

The electronics giant unveils its vision for future vehicle infotainment systems.

I fell in love with the cute and compact Hyundai Inster, but it has one major drawback

By Leon Poultney published 9 November 24

The Hyundai Inster proves that EVs don’t have to be big and bloated to appeal, so long as they aren't expensive.

The 6 best electric motorcycle concepts and launches from EICMA 2024

By Leon Poultney published 9 November 24

We highlight some of the most exciting electric motorcycle and scooter launches from this year's show.

I’ve driven the Kia EV3 and it's one of the best electric vehicles for most people right now

By Leon Poultney published 2 November 24

Kia's latest EV3 will arrive in Europe soon, bringing with it great looks, a solid range and an affordable price tag.

Hyundai's bold new hydrogen concept EV gives us a glimpse of its future, but the tech still has a long way to go

By Leon Poultney published 31 October 24

Previews new production fuel cell EV with 400-mile range

The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra EV has been unleashed – and it’s already bagging speed records

By Leon Poultney published 31 October 24

The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra sets record for fastest four-door EV around the Nurburgring.

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