Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 115)

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 To Offer 50% FSD Discount For Loyal Customers

By Nicolas Caballero on August 2, 2022 - 8:26PM

Tesla is testing a new loyalty format in China that seeks to make current customers choose a Tesla again when it comes to changing cars. Something that - due to the constant after-sales problems - may become increasingly difficult, which has led Tesla to launch an offer that allows access to the "Full Autonomous Driving System" with a 50% discount.

Comparing a Traditional Car to a Tesla

By Jeremy Johnson on August 2, 2022 - 8:10PM

What is the experience like of owning a traditional car compared to a Tesla? Will all traditional car owners adopt the electric car experience? Let's find out.

Bad News for Tesla: Nio Is Getting 150-kWh Semi-Solid-State Batteries

By Armen Hareyan on August 2, 2022 - 6:24PM

Does The Media Ignore ICE Fires While Over-hyping EV Fires?

By John Goreham on August 2, 2022 - 10:26AM

We explore whether there is any proof that the media ignores internal combustion engine vehicle fires. This is a common complaint by EVangelists who feel electric vehicle fires are the only type reported by the media.

What a Delivery of a Tesla Model Y Is Like

By Jeremy Johnson on August 1, 2022 - 9:19PM

We have a detailed delivery experience of a Tesla Model Y, including a check list of what to look for when you take delivery.

Tesla Includes Tire Pressure, Battery Cooling And Other Variables For Range Calculation In Software Update

By Nicolas Caballero on August 1, 2022 - 6:54PM

Tesla has modified the calculation algorithm for estimating the range of its electric cars, including the influence of tire pressure, the cooling system of the battery compartment and even the recharging of mobile phones.

Ford Launches The Maverick Tremor; Joins Others In Truck Space

Like Its Other Trucks, The Maverick Shows Ford Truck Flexibility

By Marc Stern on August 1, 2022 - 3:48PM

Ford has history of finding, creating, and dominating market segments. Through the years, it has jumped into the small truck space with the Courier and later into the midsized truck arena with the Ranger. The automaker left the compact truck market for a while but now has rejoined it with the Maverick. And, now Ford is expanding its Maverick lineup with the Maverick Tremor.

GMC Will be Able to Send Extract Mode to 2022 HUMMER EV Owners as an OTA Update

By Mary Conway on July 31, 2022 - 8:57PM

Up until now, most over-the-air updates have been radio upgrades or simple software fixes. Now, GMC can fundamentally change the way a vehicle operates with an OTA upgrade.

Why Range Anxiety With Electric Vehicles Like the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt is Still a Major Concern

By Mary Conway on July 31, 2022 - 5:36PM

Auto companies are investing billions so the infrastructure is coming, but it does not yet support a lot of cross country travel.

Tesla's Multi Ton Giga Press - Tesla's Ultimate Advantage

By Jeremy Johnson on July 31, 2022 - 3:19PM

Tesla has an ultimate advantage with the Idra Giga Press. They've been using this technology for a long time and it helps them make single pieces instead of multiple pieces of a car, resulting in higher quality, a lighter vehicle, and cheaper cost.

10 Strong Tesla Catalysts for the Remainder of 2022

By Jeremy Johnson on July 31, 2022 - 2:05PM

There are 10 very important Tesla events that will happen in the next year that will help propel the company forward. Let's go over what they are.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness, specs, features

The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness EV? This Is What It Could Look Like

By Denis Flierl on July 31, 2022 - 7:14AM

The all-new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness has not been announced, but it should arrive next year. Here is what a 2027 Crosstrek Wilderness EV could look like if Subaru builds it for U.S. customers.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV features, specs

When Will Subaru Solterra Arrive? More Delays For The All-New EV

By Denis Flierl on July 30, 2022 - 9:48AM

The all-new Subaru Solterra EV was supposed to arrive in June, but now there could be long delays. See when it could reach U.S. customers.

2022 Kia Sorento PHEV with paddle board on roof

Things That Bug Me About My 2022 Kia Sorento PHEV

By Justin Hart on July 29, 2022 - 9:07PM

I love my 2022 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), but even so, there are a few things that bug me about the way Kia has implemented this otherwise fantastic vehicle. Note, I am calling these things out in the spirit of objective feedback (in the hopes someone at Kia might make improvements in future iterations and or software updates) and in support of the owner community that I frequently interact with on social media.

Ford Expands Number of Vehicles With Hands-Free BlueCruise

Ford’s BlueCruise Rolls Up More Hands-Free Mileage Every Day

By Marc Stern on July 29, 2022 - 2:23PM

The automotive world is moving toward hands-free or autonomous driving. In some cases, it is using small steps as it adds to the number of vehicles covered (Ford), while in other cases it is adding large numbers (Tesla). Meantime, the NHTSA is watching and investigating.

EV Tax Credits Are Coming Back - How Tesla Benefits

By Jeremy Johnson on July 28, 2022 - 8:26PM

The EV tax credit bill is back and is trimmed down to a much simpler version. This bill will benefit Tesla. Let's go over the bill and how Tesla benefits.

Sandy Munro Dazzled by Tesla's Tech

By Jeremy Johnson on July 28, 2022 - 7:52PM

Sandy Munro has been tearing down the Tesla 4680 battery pack and is dazzled, saying he has seen nothing like this ever before and that Tesla has no limit in its ability to innovate.

What Difference In Weight Do Tesla 4680 Cells Make?

By Nicolas Caballero on July 28, 2022 - 5:05PM

The first Tesla Model Y models with 4680 cells have been on the road for months, but only now we can get to know the difference in weight, as compared to the Model Y with 2170 cells.

Ford Offers Police Departments Special Police Work Truck

Ford Adds Police Truck To Already Potent F-150 Pickup Line

By Marc Stern on July 28, 2022 - 3:42PM

As you would expect from an automaker that has offered police departments specialized vehicles for the last 70 years, Ford has continued the policy with the addition of the Ford F-150 Lighting Police Work Truck. It is quite a vehicle.

Tesla's FSD Is Far Ahead and Will Be Solved Within Two Years

By Jeremy Johnson on July 27, 2022 - 9:10PM

Elon Musk has said Tesla FSD will be solved this year and feature complete. Is this the year that this is true?

Tesla Cybertruck, courtesy of Tesla Inc.

Amazing Drag Coefficient For Tesla Cybertruck, Due To Unusual Shape

By Nicolas Caballero on July 27, 2022 - 7:40PM

The simulations of the aerodynamic performance of the Tesla Cybertruck surprised everyone for its unexpected efficiency. The electric pick-up - that caused so much controversy due to unusual shapes when introduced - is not only different, but also achieves a coefficient of 0.39, much lower than other pick-ups on the market.

2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness, 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness

In The New EV Era It’s The Right Time For Subaru To Rebrand Itself

By Denis Flierl on July 27, 2022 - 9:08AM

Subaru is known for its all-wheel-drive models like the Outback, Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent. Is it time for Subaru to rebrand in the new all-electric model era?

Tesla Intends To Lower Price Of EVs, Current Pricing "Embarrassing"

By Nicolas Caballero on July 26, 2022 - 10:27PM

Tesla's CEO Elon Musk believes that the current prices of Tesla electric cars "are embarrassing", and expects a reasonable decrease soon, under certain circumstances.

Ford F-150 Lightning tire image by John Goreham

Electric Vehicles' Tire Cost Will Negate Maintenance Savings vs. ICE

By John Goreham on July 26, 2022 - 6:25PM

Tires are going to become increasingly expensive as America adopts battery-electric vehicles. Here’s why it matters.

Image showing a silver ELegend EL1 parked in a courtyard.

ELegend Promises More EVs Inspired By Rally Icons

By James Walker on July 26, 2022 - 4:14PM

ELegend's EL1 is a carbon-tubbed ode to the Group B Audi Sport Quattro with 800 horsepower on tap.

Tesla's Insane Scaling

By Jeremy Johnson on July 26, 2022 - 12:25AM

Tesla has stated that they will scale at 50% per year for the foreseeable future. Will this be by the end of the decade or just the next few years? What is the limiting factor? We'll discuss that and more now.

GM's EV Line Aims To Answer Questions, Enhance GM's EV Sales Game

By Carl Malek on July 25, 2022 - 7:18PM

GM's quest to enhance EV sales has been an impressive effort, but while EVs have rapidly leaped into the mainstream, there are still questions that remain unanswered for consumers with a significant percentage of these customers not willing to enter the EV ranks until they get more information. GM is out to change that with an all-new EV hotline

Ford Looks To Robotics To Help Disabled With EV Charging

Ford Looks To Robots To Help Disabled With EV Charging

By Marc Stern on July 25, 2022 - 6:25PM

In the future, drivers of all types, from the totally fit to the disabled, will have to wrestle with vehicle charging. For the disabled, charging could prove challenging so Ford is looking to robotics to assist the disabled with their EV charging chores.

Honda’s Plan For Making the CR-V Hybrid Its Most Popular Model

By John Goreham on July 25, 2022 - 5:59PM

Honda is about to drop the new 2023 CR-V, and the big news will be the emergence of the Hybrid as its sales leader.

Tesla Steadily Increases Miles Traveled With FSD Package: Growing Numbers

By Nicolas Caballero on July 25, 2022 - 4:31PM

Tesla's American customers are increasingly relying on the assisted driving package: Tesla reports strong growth in average miles traveled with the FSD system.

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