We love these groundbreaking EV solutions at CES 2025
CES 2025 may reinvent the wheel this year, and we’ve seen, driven and towed the latest the EV industry has to offer. We have seen Cars with AI about to hit the production line, high-concept solar-powered electric vehicles and an EV engine that promises to solve one of the industry’s most fundamental problems.
While on lack of public charging, range-anxiety and EV price point have been cited as reasons for slow adoption, many experts say electrified transport is our future. On one of the largest technology exhibitions in the worldthe automotive industry is showing new and innovative ways electric vehicles can solve your reception problems – and maybe even bypass the billing problem altogether.
This list is sure to be updated as more automotive technology comes to light, but here’s everything a gearhead needs to know right now.
The latest technology related to cars
Donut Labs EV Motor
One of the biggest barriers to EV adoption is concern about mileage, or the perceived lack of mileage these vehicles can achieve. Donut Labs EV thinks its new engine can help with that.
These donut shaped motors are completely hubless, take up less space and weigh less than other motors. In fact, clocking in at 88 pounds, this motor weighs about a third of what a regular EV motor does, which could be a huge boon to the EV lineup.
Donut Labs also claims the new engine is 50% cheaper to manufacture than competitors’ products, so perhaps some of those savings will be passed on to the consumer.
Pebble Flow Electric RV
While on Pebble Flow RV was unveiled last year, we discovered some new quality-of-life improvements that bring it closer to realization than ever before. This electric caravan cab promises to be the perfect combination for both EV and diesel enthusiasts.
The Flow still has a 45-kilowatt-hour battery capable of loading at DC charging stations, RV trailer hitches, at home or via two-way charging with your EV. It now also has an optional Magic Pack that will allow you to better control your RV experience when paired with the app.
The Magic Package unlocks remote positioning for the unhitched cab, automatically hitches and unhitches once you’ve lined up the cab and car, and offers electric assist and regenerative braking when towing the RV around.
Regenerative braking adds resistance to your braking to charge your RV – not great for EV drivers as you’ll lose valuable mileage, but perfect for non-EV drivers looking to get in on the glamping action.
Watch this: First Drive Towing Pebble Flow Electric RV
New electric cars
Aptera solar EV
This high concept vehicle it doesn’t depend on chargers — at least not entirely. A set of solar panels built into the car’s hood, roof and tailgate will give you 40 miles of range on solar power alone.
While this may not buy you time for a leisurely drive, a local car and EV expert Antoine Goodwin says most Americans travel less than 40 miles to work each day, meaning the Aptera EV won’t need to be charged for a daily commute.
The lightweight three-wheel design and small battery help keep the expected price down to $40,000, which could make the Aptera EV an attractive alternative for prospective EV buyers when it arrives later this year.
2026 Afeela 1 EV
A joint venture between Sony and Honda, the Afeela 1 EV combines an electric car and a console, with a focus on luxury and entertainment.
Many antics have created buzz for this vehicle in the past. On top of a 91-kilowatt-hour battery with a 300-mile range, Afeela 1 was piloted on stage with PlayStation 5 Dual Sense controller and called by voice command with the car’s AI Afeela Personality Assistant.
We now have confirmation of pricing for the Afeela 1 EV when it launches in 2026: the Signature spec will be available for $102,900 with a full range of technology and customization. The cheaper Origin model will be launched in 2027. at the low, low price of $89,900, coming with mandatory black paint, shriveled rims and the tragic loss of rear seat screens.
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