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Tim Levin,

Senior Reporter

tim.levin@insideevs.com

Tim Levin is a Senior Reporter at InsideEVs who's endlessly fascinated by the rapidly changing world of transportation. Before joining the site, he covered the auto industry for Business Insider. He's based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Articles by Tim Levin

Why The Slate Truck Doesn’t Use LFP Batteries

It's all about making the truck qualify for the $7,500 federal EV rebate, Slate's CEO told InsideEVs.

By Tim Levin

Battery Tech - Apr 27 -

Slate Unveiled A Cheap EV. Tesla's Is Still A Mystery.

On this week's Plugged-In Podcast: Our thoughts on Slate's cheap pickup, a battery breakthrough from CATL and turmoil at Tesla.

By Tim Levin

Podcast - Apr 25 -

The Cheap Slate Truck EV Has No Screen, Uses Your Phone For Updates

The EV startup's first model is one of the most analog cars you can buy. Here's how it still gets software updates.

By Tim Levin

Software - Apr 24 -

Here's How Slate’s Truck Transforms Into An SUV

The two-seat pickup truck becomes a five-seat SUV with a few hours of work, boosting range in the process.

By Tim Levin

Official - Apr 24 -

Slate Truck: A Low-Cost, Transforming EV Pickup

Slate says its pickup will cost less than $20,000 after federal incentives. Here's everything you need to know.

By Tim Levin

News - Apr 24 -

Does America Have Enough EV Chargers? It's Complicated

We dive into the state of the EV charging industry as of Q1 2025.

By Tim Levin

Charging - Apr 22 -

Slate's EV Was Caught Hiding In Plain Sight

The Autopian spotted Slate's EV on the streets of Venice, California, in a wacky baby-themed wrap.

By Tim Levin

Weird - Apr 21 -

The 2026 Subaru Solterra Is Not What We Expected

The 2026 Subaru Solterra gets 25% more range, a Tesla port, more power and better charging—but maybe also a polarizing new face.

By Tim Levin

New York Auto Show - Apr 16 -

The 2026 Lucid Gravity Blew Me Away

Lucid's first SUV is fun, practical and just about the highest-tech EV you can buy today.

By Tim Levin

First Drives - Apr 15 -

U.S. EV Sales Shot Up 11% In Q1. Tesla Plunged 9%

Tesla's sales are slumping, but rivals like General Motors, BMW, Ford and Hyundai are picking up the slack.

By Tim Levin

Sales - Apr 12 -

2026 Subaru Trailseeker: Finally, Another Subaru EV

Subaru's next electric SUV will debut at the New York International Auto Show next week.

By Tim Levin

Official - Apr 11 -

BYD’s 5-Minute EV Charging: Why Doesn’t America Have It Yet?

We explain the barriers to ultra-fast EV charging in the U.S., from batteries to charging plugs and beyond.

By Tim Levin

Features - Apr 11 -

Rivian's Q1 Sales Fell 36% Amid L.A. Wildfire Fallout

The American EV startup said it delivered 8,640 vehicles from January through March, a year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter drop.

By Tim Levin

Sales - Apr 2 -

Tesla Posts Worst Deliveries In Over Two Years

The automaker said it delivered 336,681 vehicles to customers globally in the first quarter, a 13% drop year-over-year.

By Tim Levin

Sales - Apr 2 -

Do We Even Need Five-Minute EV Charging?

BYD stunned the world with ultra-fast charging. One charging network CEO says "faster is not always better."

By Tim Levin

Charging - Mar 30 -

Lucid Gravity Deliveries Start In Force In Late April

A lot is riding on the success of Lucid's three-row electric SUV. Now we know the Gravity will arrive for regular customers next month.

By Tim Levin

News - Mar 29 -

Trump Slaps 25% Tariffs On All Imported Cars

Buckle up for your next electric car to be way more expensive.

By Tim Levin

News - Mar 26 -

EV Charging Startup Revel Launches California Expansion

Revel opened its first site outside of New York City on Monday, in San Francisco's Mission neighborhood.

By Tim Levin

Charging - Mar 25 -

Hyundai EV Owners: Your Tesla NACS Adapters Are Coming Soon

Hyundai EVs just gained access to the Tesla Supercharger network. Here's how drivers can claim a free adapter.

By Tim Levin

Charging - Mar 25 -

The 2025 Cadillac Optiq Hits The Sweet Spot

Cadillac's new small EV comes with 300 miles of range, Super Cruise, all-wheel-drive and a $7,500 EV tax credit. What's not to like?

By Tim Levin

First Drives - Mar 24 -

Tesla Cybertruck Sales Are Falling Off

Cybertruck sales dropped by 32.5% in February, and a new recall isn't helping matters either.

By Tim Levin

Sales - Mar 22 -

Hyundai Ioniq 5 And Ioniq 6 Buyers Can Now Get Free Home Chargers

Or they can opt for a $400 public charging credit. Either way, it makes buying some of America's best EVs a little easier.

By Tim Levin

Buying Tips - Mar 17 -

2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ: American Excess, Electrified

The electric version of Cadillac's iconic SUV lives up to the Escalade name and even comes with 460 miles of range. But it'll cost you.

By Tim Levin

First Drives - Mar 17 -

You Can Buy A Super Discounted 393-Mile EV From Hertz Right Now

The rental-car company has budget-priced Chevrolet Silverado EVs, Bolt EVs and Ford Mustang Mach-Es for days.

By Tim Levin

Buying Tips - Mar 16 -