Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 2)

Electric Vehicle News and Reviews

Electric vehicles (EVs) have come a long way in a short time. Barely a decade has passed since the ambitious Silicon Valley startup Tesla Motors introduced the world to an electric car capable of traveling more than 300 miles on a single charge. Since then, Elon Musk and Tesla have convinced many dubious onlookers that electric vehicles are not only here to stay, but that they can become the future of transportation.

Other automakers have joined the EV movement at very different rates. The Nissan Leaf, for example, debuted in 2010 and went on to become the best-selling all-electric vehicle in the world for a time. Competition from the BMW i3 followed, as well as the plug-in hybrid Chevy Volt and its all-electric successor the Chevy Bolt EV, but only the Tesla Model 3 has been able to steal the Leaf's crown. Heading into a new decade, electric vehicles are set to go from strength-to-strength, with new models like the Hyundai Kona Electric and Kia Niro EV competing in the entry-level category and the Audi e-Tron, Porsche Taycan, or Jaguar I-PACE vying with Tesla at the top end of the market.

With entire classes of vehicle still lacking an electric version, such as pick-up trucks and affordable SUVs, there's huge potential for expansion and growth in the EV marketplace. For now, Tesla is still blazing the trail, but legacy manufacturers are lining up to electrify their fleets and promising startups like Rivian and Byton are waiting in the wings with exciting new electric vehicles.

The future is bright for EVs and you can keep up to date with all the latest stories right here on Torque News.

Tesla’s Autonomous Cybercab Involved in First Minor Accident

By Tinsae Aregay on December 1, 2024 - 7:13AM

Tesla’s fully autonomous robotaxi, currently on display at the Petersen Automotive Museum, shows perhaps the vehicle’s first minor accident. From the video, it appears that the vehicle briefly brushed up against a wall.

Fiat Designed this 2025 Fiat 500e to be the Ultimate Fashion Accessory

By Mary Conway on November 30, 2024 - 3:45PM

Fiat's latest special edition 500e channels one of the most iconic designers of all time. See the Giorgio Armani edition!

The Sharp Edge on the Tesla Cybertruck Door Slashes Open a Family Dog – Cybertruck Owners Say It’s the Dog’s Fault

By Tinsae Aregay on November 30, 2024 - 9:46AM

A Cybertruck owner says his dog was caught by the Cybertruck’s sharp stainless steel when it ran under the door. The Cybertruck left a deep triangular wound on the dog; however, other Cybertruck owners defended the truck, saying the dog was at fault.

I Found a Rivian R1T At Auction For Cheap, It's Not Something I've Seen Out Here, I Love My Teslas, But I’d Choose the R1T Over the Cybertruck Any Day

By Denis Flierl on November 30, 2024 - 7:02AM

Randy found a Rivian R1T electric pickup in an auction yard. It's rare to find an $86,000 luxury truck at Copart, where he scours the lot weekly. Here is Randy's rare find story. You could be next to find a hidden gem.

I Was Told By Tesla To Disregard Some Traffic Rules When I Was Training Autopilot’s Software

By Denis Flierl on November 29, 2024 - 8:20AM

Could it be true that Tesla instructed its Autopilot trainers to disregard certain traffic signs while teaching and programming the electric automaker's technology? A report claims so. It's a story that's hard to believe.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says Carrying Hay Killed His Truck’s Air Suspension, Now His Cybertruck is Slowly Sinking into the Ground

By Tinsae Aregay on November 29, 2024 - 8:07AM

A fault in the Cybertruck’s bed design allows debris to easily get trapped in the under-bed compartment. If moving hay, it blocks the air compressor intake, causing it to overheat. This affects the air suspension, which causes the truck to sink lopsided.

Subaru Won’t Accept Anything Less Than Zero

By Denis Flierl on November 29, 2024 - 6:35AM

The next-generation Subaru Eyesight is coming by 2027, and Subaru says it will incorporate AI. What does it mean for Crosstrek, Forester, Outback, and the other new all-wheel-drive models?

Tesla is Refusing to Accept Recalled Cybertrucks With Defective Inverters as Trade-In Vehicles Even for Individuals Willing to Pay Tesla More Money to Upgrade to a Cyberbeast

By Tinsae Aregay on November 28, 2024 - 7:12AM

A Cybertruck owner says his truck has a recall notice for a defective rear motor inverter. It will take two months to fix the issue; however, Tesla refused him as he was trying to trade in the problematic Cybertruck and upgrade to a Cyberbeast.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Finds His Cybertruck Leaking Oil, Now He Needs a $7,665 Motor Replacement

By Tinsae Aregay on November 27, 2024 - 7:42AM

A Cybertruck owner from Michigan shares his surprise when he found his all-electric truck leaking oil. He communicated the incident with Tesla and was told that he needed to pay $7,665 for a motor replacement.

I Found a Flaming $150K Audi E-tron GT On Our Service Lift, It’s Hard Enough To Get an EV Fire Out On a Road, One Inside Presents A Whole New Set of Issues

By Denis Flierl on November 26, 2024 - 2:10PM

Electric car fires are a hot topic, no pun intended. An Audi E-tron caught fire while on the dealer's service lift, and it wasn't easy to get the fire out. It could have been a disaster. The quick work of the fire department averted a potential disaster.

California Governor Offers Up Great Reason To Discontinue Federal EV Subsidies

By John Goreham on November 26, 2024 - 1:59PM

Federal EV tax subsidies may be on the chopping block. However, Governor Gavin Newsom of California has single-handedly solved the problem. Ironically, he also creates a strong argument for discontinuing the long-running federal EV support.

Tesla Cybertruck Owners Say They’ve “No RegrAts” about Buying the Truck, Several Share They’re Even Looking to Get a Second Cybertruck

By Tinsae Aregay on November 26, 2024 - 9:36AM

More than 75 Cybertruck owners say they have “no regrAts” about buying the vehicle. The few with complaints say their biggest issue is that they don’t have a second Cybertruck or that they haven’t spent more money to purchase the performance Cyberbeast.

Image of Tesla service area by John Goreham

Most Owners of New EVs Give Up The Often-Cited Maintenance & Repair Advantage

By John Goreham on November 25, 2024 - 10:11AM

Electric vehicle advocates frequently mention that the vehicles should be less expensive and less bothersome to maintain and repair, yet four out of five new EV customers may never enjoy that benefit.

Tesla Cybertruck Suffers Catastrophic Failure After a Post Gym Protein-Shake Run: High-Voltage Battery, Rear Motor, and 48-Volt System Gone Simultaneously

By Tinsae Aregay on November 25, 2024 - 9:34AM

A Cybertruck owner says Tesla told him he chose a bad day to bring his truck in for service after the main battery pack, left rear motor, and 48-volt systems failed simultaneously. He adds his truck failed as he was getting a post-workout protein shake.

Tesla Vs. Rivian Lawsuit Settlement - “An Alarming Pattern of Our Workers Poached By Rivian Were Caught Red-Handed Stealing Trade Secrets”

By Denis Flierl on November 25, 2024 - 6:35AM

The lawsuit between two U.S. electric automakers, Tesla and Rivian, is nearing an end. Tesla alleges that Rivian poached Tesla employees to steal company secrets that would give them "a huge competitive advantage." How did it turn out?

Looking for a Great Family Vehicle? See Why Chrysler Says it has the Perfect Solution.

By Mary Conway on November 23, 2024 - 10:50PM

Chrysler is spiffing up its Pacifica minivan and adding even more cargo room. See why Stellantis believes it is outfitted for adventure.

The Hidden Costs of Tesla Insurance I Wish I Knew When I Got My Model 3 Two Years Ago

By Timothy Boyer on November 23, 2024 - 11:30AM

The five hidden costs of owning a Tesla revealed by one owner. Plus, why he says Tesla Insurance sucks and the one important cost he finds especially misleading during his Tesla ownership experience.

Why J.D. Power is Predicting the Dodge Charger Daytona EV will Have Great Long Term Value

By Mary Conway on November 23, 2024 - 11:20AM

The Dodge Charger Daytona, Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wagoneer all earned J.D. Power 2025 US ALG Residual Value Awards.

Move Over Cybertruck, the Tesla Robot Toy Is The Rave, One Was On eBay For $10,000, “I Tried To Buy One, It Sold Out In Less Than 24 Hours”

By Denis Flierl on November 23, 2024 - 7:54AM

If you want one of the hottest new toys for the Holidays, you are out of luck. The Tesla Bot Action Figure is the rage, and it’s already sold out.

Five Ways To Prevent Your Tesla From Killing You

By Rob Enderle on November 22, 2024 - 8:37PM

Teslas have been identified as the most likely cars, across all models, to have a fatal accident. Five easy practices could turn this liability into a safety asset.

Climate Change Is Resulting In More Flooding So BYD Creates The Climate Change EV

By Rob Enderle on November 22, 2024 - 8:21PM

BYD paves the way with the Yangwang U8, The First SUV designed to help you survive water-based weather catastrophes, making it a sign of future things.

Chrysler Portal Concept Picture From Chrysler

The Chrysler Portal Concept Car Could Revitalize Chrysler And Help Save Stellantis

By Rob Enderle on November 22, 2024 - 8:12PM

Chrysler’s Portal Minivan looks to revitalize the brand but there is a good chance they’ll screw the final vehicle up and the company is running out of time for a win.

Mercedes With Solar Paint Rendered With Gemini

Mercedes Develops Solar Paint That Could Make Charging An EV As Simple As Leaving It Outdoors

By Rob Enderle on November 22, 2024 - 8:04PM

Mercedes is developing solar paint that could massively improve EV viability and significantly reduce EV charging costs. However, this new technology will have a steep learning curve, and the market isn’t yet ready.

5 Shocking Scenarios That Could Upend Tesla's EV Dominance

5 Potential Black Swan Opportunities in the Tesla and EV Market in the U.S.

By Armen Hareyan on November 22, 2024 - 6:29PM

Tesla's future in the U.S. EV market faces potential shakeups from unlikely, game-changing events—are Tesla and its competitors ready to seize the opportunity? Discover the hidden risks and rewards in the race to electrification.

Tesla Sets a New Record for Quickest Bricked Cybertruck – Zero Customer Driven Miles & the Cybertruck is Already Dead & Needs a Full Battery Pack Replacement

By Tinsae Aregay on November 22, 2024 - 2:28PM

A Cybertruck owner from Idaho says his Cybertruck requires a full battery pack replacement even before Tesla could deliver it to him. A bricked Cybertruck with zero customer-driven miles is a new record for the EV maker.

My Tesla Model Y Police Car Is Too Cramped, Too Hard to Charge and Too Expensive to Up Fit with Equipment, It’s Nearly Unusable As A Squad Car

By Denis Flierl on November 22, 2024 - 10:53AM

Here is one police department's story of its Tesla Model Y, which it purchased to comply with zero-emissions mandates in California. The police officers who drive it say it's nearly unusable in real life.

Ford F-150 Is the Best CPO 1/2 Ton Pickup Says Vincentric, But It’s the Slow-Selling Lightning EV Which They Are Paying Dealers To Move Out

By Denis Flierl on November 22, 2024 - 7:22AM

It's not a surprise that the Ford F-150 received the best certified pre-owned award. It is a surprise it's the Ford F-150 Lightning. Dealers can't sell the EV, and Ford is paying them to move it out. Here is why it's excellent for truck shoppers.

Hyundai Agrees The Shattered Glass On My Ioniq 5 Wasn't Caused By Impact And Is Replacing It

By Armen Hareyan on November 21, 2024 - 7:19PM

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner reports a shattered glass issue and says Hyundai is taking warranty action.

Ram 1500 and Ford Ranger Will Battle it Out for 2025 Truck of the Year

By Mary Conway on November 21, 2024 - 12:22PM

The finalists were just announced for the North American Car, Truck and Utility of the year. The full-size Ram 1500 will compete with the midsize Ford Ranger for the prestigious title.

My Cybertruck Has Been In The Tesla Shop For 3 Weeks After 4 Days of Ownership. They Have No Idea What's Wrong and I Pay For Insurance

By Armen Hareyan on November 21, 2024 - 10:02AM

Michael's Cybertruck was dead after 4 days and is still in the shop after 3 weeks. He was given a Model Y loaner and pays for Cybertruck insurance he doesn't have.

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