Public EV Chargers May Be Harder to Find if Funds Are Cut by Congress
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 19, 2026
Congress is poised to end the $5 billion NEVI charger program — just as EV sales slip and 20% of prospective buyers cite unreliable charging networks as their top concern.
Gas Prices on Memorial Day Weekend: What to Expect and How to Save
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 19, 2026
Gas has surged from $2.98 to $4.51 since February, and analysts warn another spike may hit before Memorial Day weekend travelers make it home.
EV Fans Fear New Fee from Congress Will Drive Off Gas-Weary Buyers
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 19, 2026
A $135 annual fee for EV owners — rising to $150 by 2035 — could erode the $2,200 in yearly gas savings that made going electric worthwhile.
Rivian’s $45k R2 SUV Is Delayed Until 2027. Here’s Why.
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 15, 2026
Rivian confirmed the affordable $45,000 base version of its R2 SUV won’t arrive until 2027, while pricier configurations are set to launch first in the first half of 2026.
These Are 2 of the Safest Cars You Can Buy in 2026
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 15, 2026
Out of 14 vehicles tested in the latest IIHS round, only a hybrid sedan starting at $28,550 and one mid-size SUV earned the coveted Top Safety Pick+ award.
Americans Want Cheap Chinese EVs. Here’s Who Is Preventing Them
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 14, 2026
The average new EV costs $55,211, but Chinese makers sell comparable models starting at $28,000 — and a bipartisan wall in Congress is keeping them out.
Here’s What to Know About E15 Gas as Congress Seeks Lower Pump Prices
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 13, 2026
Drivers could save about 25 cents per gallon with E15 — the House just passed a bill for year-round sales, but what exactly is this fuel blend and can your car handle it?
New Car Prices Are Nearing $50K. These Are the Most Affordable Brands
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 13, 2026
With the average new car hitting $49,461 in April, only five brands still sold below $40,000 — and Mazda led the pack at just $36,713.
Trump Gas Tax Holiday Won’t Lower Prices Much, Analyst Says
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 12, 2026
The 18-cent federal gas tax holiday debated in Congress would barely dent the $1.35-per-gallon Iran war premium that’s driven national gas prices to $4.50.
Trump Wants to Ditch US Gas Tax amid War. Here’s What You Would Save.
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 11, 2026
Trump is pushing to suspend the 18-cent federal gas tax as prices hit $4.52 a gallon — and bipartisan legislation is already in the works.
Warm Weather Boosts EV Range: How Drivers Can Maximize Performance
Javier Zarracina, Elizabeth Weise, Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 9, 2026
Consumer Reports found EV range jumps 25% in warm weather — here are six actionable tips to squeeze every mile out of your battery this summer.
Should You Rent an EV Amid High Gas Prices? There Are Pros and Cons
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 8, 2026
With gas topping $4.55 a gallon, EV rental requests are up 25% — but hidden fees, charging headaches, and missing spare tires could wipe out your savings before you hit the highway.
Gas Prices Near $5 Are Changing How Americans Drive, New Poll Finds
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 7, 2026
With gas averaging $4.55 a gallon, a new poll finds 44% of Americans have cut back on driving — and 34% are rethinking their vacation plans.
Hertz Selling Used Rental Cars on eBay. Why They Can Be a Good Deal for Drivers
Keith Laing and USA TODAY NETWORK on May 6, 2026
Used car prices jumped $1,500 in a single month, but Hertz’s new eBay partnership lists 8,000 certified near-new vehicles — some still under factory warranty.
Which States Have the Cheapest Gas as National Average Nears $5?
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 5, 2026
Only nine states still have gas under $4 a gallon as the national average surges to $4.48 — here’s where to find the cheapest pump prices.
Gas Prices Rising in All 50 States as Average Nears $5 — How Much Worse Will It Get?
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 4, 2026
The national gas average jumped 35 cents in a single week to $4.46 a gallon, with diesel topping $6 in parts of the Midwest — and analysts warn prices may keep climbing.
Is Tesla’s Pivot to Robotics Coming at the Cost of Its Car Business?
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on May 3, 2026
Tesla produced 50,000 more EVs than it sold in Q1 2026, and analysts warn that Elon Musk’s robotics bet may be leaving the core car business behind.
What Are the Fastest Selling Used EVs and Hybrids as Gas Prices Rise?
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on April 30, 2026
Used hybrid demand is up 41.8% this year — and some models are selling in under 28 days as gas prices hit $4.30 a gallon.
Gas Prices May Soon Average $4.50 per Gallon, One Analyst Predicts
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on April 29, 2026
GasBuddy’s head of petroleum analysis warns that national gas prices, already at $4.23 a gallon, could spike to $4.50 as U.S.-Iran tensions drive oil markets higher.
Used EV Sales Are Up 54%. Here’s Why, and How One Can Save You Money
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on April 29, 2026
With gas topping $4.23 a gallon and lease returns flooding the market, used electric vehicles are emerging as a surprisingly affordable way to cut fuel and maintenance costs.
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