EV Range Test Results

This week, we share the results of Consumer Reports' EV Range Test. Find out which vehicles have the longest all-electric driving range, how CR's 70-mph highway range test differs from EPA range testing, and what happens when you completely deplete an EV battery while driving. We also explore our range-test methodology and answer a question about the evolution of vehicle headlights. Join CR at to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - Consumer Reports' 70-mph highway range test 6:04 - Consumer Reports range test vs. EPA range test 8:00 - Test Conditions: EV driving range 13:22 - How the brands stack up 14:38 - Recovering GM Ultium vehicles 22:17 - Why vehicle efficiency matters 28:35 - Audience Question: When did turn signals become a design accent?/What's the deal with all these new-fashioned headlights? LINKS: EV Range Test Results: Fastest Charging EVs: Complete EV Ratings: Hybrid & EV Buying Gude:

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EV Range Test Results is an episode from Talking Cars (MP3) by Consumer Reports.

This episode is 38:17 long.

This episode was published on Mar 18, 2026.

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