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

2025 will be the year of EV bargains – here are the 9 best second-hand buys that I've driven

By Leon Poultney published 1 January 25

We count down some of the biggest electric vehicle bargains on the used market.

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.

BMW’s iconic M3 is going electric – and I hope battery packs and e-motors don't destroy what makes it special

By Leon Poultney published 12 December 24

BMW has teased its upcoming electric M3 in a series of images and videos, but will it be enough to convince the faithful?

You can now buy a new car on Amazon – as long as it's a Hyundai

By Leon Poultney published 11 December 24

Amazon's online car-shopping channel has officially launched, with users now able to purchase Hyundai products directly from the website.

The new Xiaomi YU7 electric SUV has the Tesla Model Y in its sights – and Elon Musk should be worried

By Leon Poultney published 11 December 24

Xiaomi lifts the lid on the follow-up to its succesful SU7 sedan, with the YU7 looking to topple sales of the Tesla Model Y.

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.

A car showing the Mercedes Benz PixelPaint concept

Mercedes' new PixelPaint tech is like an inkjet printer for cars – and could take car customization up a gear

By Leon Poultney published 6 December 24

Mercedes-Benz has employed a unique painting process that allows customers to create unique designs for their cars.

The EV charging nightmare could soon be over – universal Plug-and-Charge protocol due for US rollout in 2025

By Leon Poultney published 5 December 24

The rollout of a new protocol in the US should finally help simplify the EV charging experience.

Jaguar's striking Type 00 concept is a bold statement of intent, but it needs more to restore its patchy EV reputation

By Leon Poultney published 3 December 24

Jaguar reveals the Type 00 concept that previews its future foray into luxury electric vehicles.

An Apple Watch on a purple background showing the Tesla app, plus Tesla's Santa Mode

Tesla update delivers long-awaited Apple Watch app – and all-important Cybertruck Santa Mode

By Leon Poultney published 2 December 24

The 2024 Holiday Update bring a series of serious (and some not-so serious) software updates.

Honda's new AI-powered robot helps sick kids through lengthy hospital treatments – and it’s working

By Leon Poultney published 29 November 24

Proof that AI isn’t always scary

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

Porsche hits the brakes on its electric-only plan – and it’s not the only major manufacturer keeping gas engines running

By Leon Poultney published 28 November 24

The big V8 found in Panamera and Cayenne will live on into the 2030s, says Porsche.

A concept Mercedes Benz car with its solar paint innovation

EV range anxiety could be a thing of the past thanks to Mercedes’ new solar paint – which promises thousands of free miles a year

By Leon Poultney published 25 November 24

Mercedes-Benz reveals that it is working on solar paint that could add signifiant mileage to future EVs.

Kia unveils potent GT version of its EV 9 electric SUV – with synthesized gear shifts and fake engine noises

By Leon Poultney published 22 November 24

Kia reveals its most potent three-row SUV in the all-electric and slightly wild EV9 GT model.

Hyundai unveils the gargantuan Ioniq 9 – a seven-seater SUV that can cruise for 385 miles on a charge and sterilize your smartphone

By Leon Poultney published 21 November 24

The longest Hyundai in the current line-up offers plenty of interior room and an enticing all-electric range.

The new Mercedes-Benz CLA could help take EV efficiency up a gear – here's why

By Leon Poultney published 18 November 24

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA is slated to be able to return 5.2 miles per kWh – among the highest efficiency levels of any EV currently on sale.

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.

Kia shows off new off-road EV concepts and they look like the perfect apocalypse escape rides

By Leon Poultney published 7 November 24

An off-road ready EV9 and a futuristic camper van based on the marque's upcoming electric commercial vehicle platform entertained crowds.

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