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PLUGGED IN RIDE
Volume 1 Issue 1 April 2026
In this issue of PLUGGED IN RIDE
LEARNING
Spotlight on EV manufacturers
Manufacturer’s Spotlight by Lectric Love
Manufacturer’s Spotlight by Lectric Love
Manufacturer’s Spotlight by Lectric Love
BYD is a Chinese multinational company that has grown from a battery maker into one of the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. Looking at BYD’s timeline, we see its growth, in and out of China, as exceptional.
BYD is a Chinese multinational company that has grown from a battery maker into one of the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. Looking at BYD’s timeline, we see its growth, in and out of China, as exceptional.
BYD is a Chinese multinational company that has grown from a battery maker into one of the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. Looking at BYD’s timeline, we see its growth, in and out of China, as exceptional.
Spotlight: Polestar
Polestar carries a DNA of Scandinavian minimalism, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to sustainability.
By RNR (Ed.)
Spotlight: VinFast
VinFast, a global EV powerhouse, is dominating SE Asia while growing in North America, Europe, and the Middle East.
By RNR (Ed.)
Spotlight: Toyota
Toyota’s 2025–2026 offensive built around the “beyond Zero” (bZ) family signals a genuine step-change.
By RNR (Ed.)
DRIVING
Spotlight on EV vehicles
The Renault 5 E-Tech focusses on usability and driving dynamics.
The Renault 5 E-Tech focusses on usability and driving dynamics.
The Renault 5 E-Tech focusses on usability and driving dynamics.
EV spotlight: Alpine A390
Alpine’s A390 is the second model in Alpine’s ambitious ‘Dream Garage’ plan to launch seven fully electric vehicles by 2030.
By RNR (Ed.)
EV spotlight: VinFast Shark 6
The BYD Shark 6 game changer with a Hybrid 1.5 litre turbo high-power engine may be coming to Canada.
By RNR (Ed.)
EV spotlight: Toyota bZ5X
Unveiled at Auto Shanghai 2025 (formerly bZ3C concept), the bZ5 is a stylish fastback crossover targeting the premium segment.
By RNR (Ed.)
BUYING
EV Shopping Tools
Buyer tool: EV sport bike?
Electric sport bikes are the next evolution of performance bikes combining instant torque, sleek sport bike styling and modern tech.
By: RNR (Ed.)
Buyer tool: Best Chinese SUeV
Read how the pure-EV SUV segment is where Chinese brands have made the most dramatic inroads globally.
By: RNR (Ed.)
Buyer tools: Checklist
With global access to vehicles we see varying methods of measuring EV range; here’s our guide to navigate.
By: RNR (Ed.)
Continuing Education
Syllabus
✓ Formulae
✓ Examples
✓ Factors
EV efficiency
Section 1 MPGe Section 2 Mi/kWh Section 3 Real-World Costs Section 4 Quick Reference
Valuable Knowledge
Understanding MPGe, Miles per kWh & Real-World Costs.
Owner’s Tools
Step-by-step math for real-world fuel saving.
EV-rated tires
Section 1. Not all tires are created equal Section 2. A selection of EV-rated → Non EV-rated tires Section 3. How are EV-rated tires different? Section 4. Key Things to remember Section 5. Schedule of Interval checks Section 6. Annual cost comparison EV vs IC
Standard passenger tires were designed around internal combustion vehicles. EVs are driven by electric motors, delivering immediate & greater torque than their combustion equivalents.
PIR’s comprehensive guide to EV tires
CEO, ABC Company
Syllabus
✓ Why they are necessary
✓ What options are available
✓ Interval safety checks
+ Comparative cost analysiss
The Renault 5 E-Tech focusses on usability and driving dynamics.
The Renault 5 E-Tech focusses on usability and driving dynamics.
The Renault 5 E-Tech focusses on usability and driving dynamics.
Manufacturer’s Spotlight by Lectric Love
A deep dive in the history and vision of Mahindra, a global AI, mobility, technology company.
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