Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 12)

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.

AI image shows a woman crying near a Tesla Cybertruck

Here Is How Often Cybertruck Owners Report Being Flipped Off, Threatened, and Otherwise Receiving Heat For Driving Tesla’s Pickup

By John Goreham on October 27, 2025 - 2:40PM

We polled Cybertruck owners to see how often they get angry and crazy people throwing negativity their way. The results surprised us.

Elon Musk, Tesla, Google, Ford, Toyota, GM

Elon Musk Says Tesla's Main Advantage Over Tech Giants Like Google and Legacy Automakers Such as Ford, GM, and Toyota Is That The Former Can't Build Cars, and The Latter Aren't Good at Tech

By Tinsae Aregay on October 27, 2025 - 11:46AM

Elon Musk has explained how Tesla is uniquely positioned to win the robotaxi race. Musk states that tech companies capable of developing full self-driving technology can’t build cars, and automakers lack AI expertise.

A 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport sits in front of the majestic Mt. Washington hotel

New Hampshire Fall Foliage Touring In the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport - Photo Collage

By John Goreham on October 27, 2025 - 10:28AM

We toured the White Mountains of New Hampshire in the ideal vehicle, the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport SUV. Here’s why this is the perfect vehicle for weekend getaways.

Elon Musk, Tesla Cybertruck, Optimus Robot, Tesla Semi, Robovan, Tesla Model S, 3, X, Y, Cybercab

Elon Musk Says, “I Initiated The Dozen Or So Startups That Constitute Tesla With An X Post. Tesla has Made Very Few Acquisitions. Our Growth is ~90% Organic”

By Tinsae Aregay on October 27, 2025 - 8:49AM

Elon Musk shares how he launched more than a dozen startups at Tesla with a simple Twitter post. Musk says that, unlike other companies, Tesla doesn’t play to its strengths; it builds new capabilities from scratch.

I Just Got a Check From Tesla For My 3 Month-Old 2026 Model Y For Exactly What I Paid For It, No Trade Or Anything, I’m Keeping My Toyota 4Runner

By Denis Flierl on October 26, 2025 - 1:54PM

A 2026 Model Y sells for the original price after 3 months. Hassan's savvy move, helped by a tax credit, is a wake-up call. Did he regret the Tesla? Even though he says, "Tesla makes other cars feel dumb," he sold his Y and is keeping his ICE 4Runner.

2024 Ford Maverick Tremor in metallic green, shown at three-quarter front angle climbing rocky mountain terrain, featuring off-road wheels and rugged styling.

I Drove My Ford Maverick Hybrid 122,000 Miles And When The Fuel Economy Dropped From 43 To 32 MPG, A Simple Engine Tune-Up Completely Restored Performance And Fixed Multiple Electrical Glitches

By Noah Washington on October 26, 2025 - 9:18AM

One Maverick owner's cross-country trip exposed the hidden flaw in his high-mileage hybrid, causing strange engine over-revving and sound system errors. The bizarre solution? A full tune-up.

No Happy, Took My Cybertruck For The Recall And Now I have a Bi-Color Truck

Not Happy, Took My Cybertruck For The Recall And Now I have a Bi-Color Truck

By Armen Hareyan on October 25, 2025 - 12:10PM

Several Cybertruck owners are discovering an unexpected problem that has nothing to do with its power or design, but with how their trucks are being treated once they hit the shop.

Scott wears a mask and is in casual clothing standing proudly beside an orange Chevy Bolt in a sunny parking lot filled with palm trees and parked vehicles.

My 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier Is One of the Best Purchases I’ve Ever Made, and I Only Paid $34 to Renew It for Five Years

By Aram Krajekian on October 25, 2025 - 5:45AM

A 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier just crossed 135,000 miles, and one detail in this owner’s five-year update is more shocking than the mileage itself.

Ford Focuses on Profitable F-150 and Super Duty Trucks, Moves Away From EV Production

By Mary Conway on October 24, 2025 - 10:20PM

Ford is boosting production of its most profitable and popular trucks. The automaker is hiring 1000 workers and shifting some workers away from EV trucks.

Tesla Cybertruck Owners Are Reporting Vandalism Incidents Involving ‘Invisible Paint,’ But It Turns Out to Be a Factory Defect

By Tinsae Aregay on October 24, 2025 - 9:54AM

Several Cybertruck owners have reported being victims of vandalism using ‘invisible paint.’ These owners have found letters written on their B-pillars that only become visible when the vehicle gets wet. However, Tesla seems to be the one to blame.

2024 Honda Prologue in bright turquoise blue, front three-quarter view, showcasing sleek LED headlights and modern crossover design, photographed on mountain overlook with pine trees and lake backdrop.

I Drove My Honda Prologue 234 Miles Back Home With Limited Fast Chargers Available And Arrived With 18% Battery Remaining Despite The Computer Initially Predicting I Would Run Out

By Noah Washington on October 24, 2025 - 9:33AM

A Honda Prologue owner took a 234-mile gamble, with the car's computer predicting he would run out of charge 14% short of home.

I Just Drove 150 Miles On My 2020 Toyota RAV4's Spare Donut Tire, Going 55 MPH After My Falken AT Trail Tire Blew Out

By Denis Flierl on October 24, 2025 - 7:18AM

A 2022 RAV4 owner's tire blew a sidewall at 55 mph, but she made it 150 miles home on the spare donut, going 55 mph. Is that safe? How far can you really push that tiny spare? Here is what all car owners need to know about that spare tire donut.

2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ EV to Debut Eyes-Off Driving, AI and New Software Platform

By Mary Conway on October 23, 2025 - 11:12PM

When GM discontinued its Cruise robotaxis, it said it would incorporate the autonomous technology into more of its vehicles. We'll see it starting on 2028 models.

Chevrolet Drops BrightDrop Production Because of Falling EV Demand

By Mary Conway on October 23, 2025 - 8:50PM

GM and Chevrolet tried repeatedly to boost sales but GM admits that EV demand didn't grow as planned.

Tesla Finally Speaks to HW3 Owners, Promising They Haven’t Been Forgotten

By Armen Hareyan on October 23, 2025 - 7:37PM

Many Tesla owners with Hardware 3 feared they’d been left behind, but the company just shared an unexpected update that could change how long their cars stay relevant.

10,000 Miles In My Cybertruck Is Giving Me These 5 Alerts, Including Rolling and Shaking a Little When I Start Driving

By Armen Hareyan on October 23, 2025 - 3:23PM

What started as a few unexpected alerts in my Cybertruck before 10,000 miles turned into a mystery that made me question how well we really understand these electric trucks.

I Thought Chinese EVs Like the BYD Atto 3 Were Ready for Prime Time, Then I Saw Airbags Not Deploying in Crash Clips, and Read about Safety Test Results

By Chris Johnston on October 23, 2025 - 11:32AM

Chinese EVs like the BYD Atto 3 shine on price sheets, but then viral videos and safety testing complicate the decision to buy.

I Parked My Tesla Cybertruck At A Tennessee Pizza Restaurant And Instead Of Hate, I Received Smiles, Thumbs Up, And Genuine Curiosity About The Rear-Wheel Steering Feature

By Noah Washington on October 23, 2025 - 8:36AM

While owners in other states face "hate," one Cybertruck owner reports receiving only smiles and thumbs-up at a Tennessee pizza restaurant.

Black GMC pickup truck, front view on desert highway, featuring LED headlights, bold grille, rocky mountain landscape background.

I Paid $102,000 For My 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali, And After 10 Days In The Shop, The Dealer Still Can't Fix The Failing Infotainment Screens

By Noah Washington on October 23, 2025 - 8:33AM

A brand-new, $102,000 GMC Sierra EV is rapidly approaching the Lemon Law limit after the dealer failed to fix severe screen issues in 10 days.

I’ve Heard That Charging My Tesla Model Y To 100% Too Often Can Reduce the Battery’s Lifespan, But I’m Not Sure, So, What Is the Truth?

By Denis Flierl on October 23, 2025 - 8:21AM

Is a 100% Tesla charge too much? Yvonne asked about her Tesla Model Y, sparking a debate on battery lifespan. Discover the common consensus and best charging practices for all Tesla owners to keep your EV running strong.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Shares That His Door Got Stuck After Leaving His Truck Parked In The Rain. He Adds, “Water Got Into The Door, & It Only Opens If I Roll Down The Windows First”

By Tinsae Aregay on October 23, 2025 - 7:04AM

A Cybertruck owner says he recently left his truck parked outside during a rainstorm. He didn’t think this would be an issue; however, when he got back, he found his driver’s side door jammed and unable to open.

Tesla’s New Safety Report Shows How Many Times Autopilot Is Safer Than Humans

By Armen Hareyan on October 22, 2025 - 4:21PM

Tesla’s new safety report makes an unexpected claim that Autopilot is nine times safer than human drivers, but what’s really behind those numbers might surprise you.

A 2027 Chevrolet Bolt is shown sporting a new NACS Tesla-style charger port

GM’s Chief Financial Officer Admits On Video That Battery Electric Vehicles Are Unprofitable, the Timeline For Profitability Has Gotten Longer, and EV Demand Will Come Down Rather Than Grow

By John Goreham on October 22, 2025 - 2:05PM

In an amazing video from October 21st, GM’s Chief Financial Officer says the quiet part out loud, admitting EVs are not profitable and that GM expects EV demand to fall starting in Q4.

Blue Tesla Model X with signature falcon-wing doors open, front view, parked on mountain overlook with misty valley background.

I Towed With My Tesla Model X For 700 Miles And Discovered Range Drops 60% When Traveling At 65 MPH, While FSD And Cruise Control Don't Function In Trailer Mode

By Noah Washington on October 22, 2025 - 7:57AM

One driver hauled a trailer 700 miles with a Tesla Model X and discovered the brutal truth of electric towing range, which drops by a staggering 60% when cruising at 65 mph.

Blue Tesla Model Y being charged from white GMC pickup truck's bed outlet, rear three-quarter view, residential driveway setting.

I Successfully Charged My Tesla Model Y From My Chevy Silverado EV's 240-Volt Outlet Using A Special Adapter, Achieving 6 kW Charging Speed Between Electric Vehicles

By Noah Washington on October 22, 2025 - 7:56AM

One electric truck owner successfully turned his Chevy Silverado EV into a mobile charging station, sending 6 kW of power directly to a Tesla Model Y.

A Lucid Gravity GT is parked at a charging station on a rainy day. The futuristic vehicle is connected to a Tesla charger, surrounded by wet pavement and autumn trees.

My Lucid Gravity GT Is the Perfect Road Tripping Vehicle, It Charges Faster Than My Tesla Model Y and Gets Over 450 Miles of Range

By Aram Krajekian on October 21, 2025 - 8:25PM

Marketing promises are one thing, but highway miles are another. A Lucid Gravity owner put that difference to the test in real-world driving, and the results challenge a lot of assumptions about modern EVs.

A Tesla Cybertruck is wrapped up as a holiday gift in this generated image

I’m Planning to Order My Husband a Tesla Cybertruck As a Holiday Gift, But I Need Help Knowing If Owners Struggle With This Truck or Love It - How Should I Proceed?

By John Goreham on October 21, 2025 - 5:29PM

Our title paraphrases a Tesla Model Y owner who has asked for help with a decision on whether or not to buy a Cybertruck as a gift for her Husband. What advice would you offer her?

Silver Tesla Cybertruck electric pickup truck, three-quarter front view, angular stainless steel body, driving on mountain highway with snow-capped peaks background.

I've Driven My Tesla Cybertruck Foundation Series 13,000 Miles Over 14 Months And Every Minor Issue Has Been Quickly Resolved, Making It The Most Extraordinary Truck I've Ever Owned

By Noah Washington on October 21, 2025 - 9:01AM

This owner liquidated his Tesla stock for one of the first 500 Cybertrucks and is still convinced it's the best truck he's ever had. Read his full assessment of the Cybertruck's dual-voltage electrical architecture.

Nissan Gives The Pioneering LEAF The Proper 2026 Update It Deserves, Losing Its Hatchback Proportions and Gaining Sporty Coupe SUV Styling

By Armen Hareyan on October 20, 2025 - 9:19PM

The 2026 Nissan Leaf delivers an unexpected transformation that turns the once humble commuter EV into one of the most desirable electric crossovers you will actually want to drive every day.

Elon Musk Threatens to Leave Tesla if Shareholders Don’t Approve His Trillion-Dollar Pay Package – Warns, “Which Other Automotive CEO Would You Like to Run Tesla Because It Won’t Be Me”

By Tinsae Aregay on October 20, 2025 - 9:19AM

Elon Musk is warning Tesla investors who oppose his $1 trillion pay package. Musk points out that he has significantly outperformed other automotive CEOs, and without this compensation package, he wouldn’t be running Tesla.

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