Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 116)

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.

Ford F-150 Lightning Spare tire image by John Goreham

Twelve Electric Vehicles You Can Buy With a Spare Tire In 2024

By John Goreham on July 25, 2022 - 3:36PM

We run down the list of American-market electric vehicles that offer you a spare tire. The list is surprisingly long.

Image showing the Mercedes Vision EQXX driving on a twisting coast road.

Mercedes Vision EQXX Reviews: So Much More Than A Concept Car

By James Walker on July 25, 2022 - 2:03PM

Reviews are in for the Mercedes Vision EQXX and they're reporting a fully-realized concept car with stunning real-world abilities.

Plug-In Hybrid Owner Perfectly Explains Why They Work Well For So Many Drivers

By John Goreham on July 25, 2022 - 9:32AM

There is more than one way to drive green. Battery-electric is not the only answer to our varied automotive needs. Here’s one perfect example of why PHEVs are a solution too important to overlook.

Tesla's Version of the Cadillac Would Be This

By Jeremy Johnson on July 24, 2022 - 11:16PM

If Tesla were to create a Cadillac vehicle, this would be it. We have a video of a Cadillac, converted to an electric vehicle (EV). Let's take a look!

Tesla Cybertruck, courtesy of Tesla Inc.

Tesla To Start Deliveries Of Cybertruck In Mid-2023: Finally?

By Nicolas Caballero on July 24, 2022 - 4:02PM

Elon Musk announced new approximate dates on which the long-expected deliveries of the Tesla Cybertruck would begin; though admitted not knowing exactly when it will finally happen.

The 2022 KIA EV6 Review: Finally a Decent Competitor to Tesla Model Y, and Perhaps Better

By Armen Hareyan on July 23, 2022 - 10:41PM

Direct cousin of the Hyundai Ioniq 5, the KIA EV6 is sharing the same powertrains and battery technology. However, while the range figures do vary, with the KIA EV6 we finally have a decent competitor to Tesla Model Y. Last week Torque News test-drove the 2022 KIA EV6

Tesla's New Model Y From Giga Berlin

By Jeremy Johnson on July 23, 2022 - 6:06PM

Tesla has begun testing Model Y vehicles with 4680 batteries in Giga Berlin. This is an important step for Tesla as it seeks to grow at 50% per year in production of vehicles.

Big 2023 Toyota Venza Changes Coming and You Will Like Them

By Jeff Teague on July 23, 2022 - 3:40PM

See what is new for 2023 Toyota Venza. Strong updates coming.

Tesla Doubles Profits In Q2 2022: 2.3 Billion Dollars

By Nicolas Caballero on July 23, 2022 - 10:41AM

Despite a slight decrease in production due to the pandemic outbreak in Shanghai, Tesla continues to reap excellent economic figures. At the end of the second quarter of 2022, profits doubled as compared to the same period of 2021.

CATL chief scientist says energy dense M3P batteries are already in production

Tesla Supplier CATL Has a New Type of Battery In Production, Coming in 2023

By Armen Hareyan on July 23, 2022 - 9:59AM

Simple Physics Makes Many EVs the Winner in a Crash

Electric Vehicle Death Risks This Mechanic Wants You to Hear the Truth About

By Timothy Boyer on July 23, 2022 - 9:40AM

Are you for the 2035 ban against the production and sale of internal combustion engine vehicles? Do you believe FSD really exists today? Here’s the latest on the real risks of EVs and what happens when you are in a collision involving one that is food for thought before deciding on where you stand on these issues.

Kia and Hyundai Cannot Compete With Stellantis' U.S. Plug-In Hybrid Sales To Date In 2022

By Justin Hart on July 23, 2022 - 6:11AM

InsideEVs recently broke the news about the best selling plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) in the U.S. in 2022 so far. Surprisingly, the company selling the most PHEVs in the U.S. is Stellantis.

Tesla Reveals The Cybertruck Will Be Built Using A Second Generation Giga Casting

By Tinsae Aregay on July 22, 2022 - 9:56PM

At Tesla's recently held Q2 2022 earnings call, the EV maker has revealed that it is working on a second-generation Giga Casting. And according to Tesla, the next generation Giga Casting will be used to build the Cybertruck.

Some Hybrid Vehicles are Showing Lower MSRP Values

New Hybrids That Will Save You the Most Money on Gas

By Timothy Boyer on July 22, 2022 - 3:04PM

Here are seven 2022 Hybrid vehicle recommendations recently listed by Consumer Reports analysts with their projected gas savings benefit to expect when buying a new Hybrid car over buying a comparable gas-only model.

Tesla Says 4680 Battery Is Progressing, But Not Yet Important for 2022

By Armen Hareyan on July 22, 2022 - 11:07AM

Tesla Giga Berlin Builds First Model Y With 4680 Battery

By Armen Hareyan on July 22, 2022 - 9:00AM

Tesla Night Loading Giga Shanghai Vehicles at Shanghai South Port Terminal

By Armen Hareyan on July 21, 2022 - 8:58PM

Elon Musk Says The Structural Pack In The Refreshed Tesla Model Y Is Currently A “C” In An “A” Architecture

By Tinsae Aregay on July 21, 2022 - 8:26PM

At Tesla's recently held second quarter earnings call, Elon Musk has given us more details regarding the refreshed Model Y's structural battery pack. Musk says the pack is not yet optimized and that it is a "C" in an "A" architecture.

Tesla Invoiced 16,934 Million Dollars in Q2, Announced More Capacity: 1.9 Million Cars

By Nicolas Caballero on July 21, 2022 - 6:41PM

The second quarter of 2022 will be remembered as the first time in which things did not go so well for Tesla – in a relative way -, although it was obviously due to external causes: the Shanghai Gigafactory had to close for 20 days in a row and then they had to deal with many different logistics problems, which meant that finally some 50,000 cars went out of production. Still, the company announced even more capacity: 1.9 million cars.

Tesla Stock Popped Today - Here's Why

By Jeremy Johnson on July 21, 2022 - 6:27PM

Tesla Stock soared today, nearly 10% in gains, and we think this is in large part to a very bright 6 to 12 month outlook for the company.

Tesla's Q2, 2022, Big Prelude to Strong Q3 and Q4

By Jeremy Johnson on July 21, 2022 - 6:08PM

Tesla had some challenges in Q2, 2022, but still exceeded expectations. Despite a month long shut down in Giga Shanghai, Tesla remains on track to grow 50% each year.

Ford Lightning Is Planning Major Layoff To Help Fund Future EVs

Ford May Lay Off Up To 8K Workers To Help Fund Electrics

By Marc Stern on July 21, 2022 - 4:39PM

Ford may lay off up to 8,000 white-collar workers to provide a major funding boost for its electric vehicle push.

Image showing the exterior of a Lucid Studio with large glass walls and an Air visible parked inside.

Lucid Adds New Executives To Help Production Ramp-Up

By James Walker on July 21, 2022 - 4:31PM

Lucid's newest executive hires bring decades of expertise in areas crucial to the burgeoning EV manufacturer.

Hyundai Ioniq 7, Ioniq 5, and Kona EV with Kia EV9, EV6 and Niro EV

Hyundai and Kia Offer The Most EV SUV And Crossover Models Under $50,000 MSRP

By Justin Hart on July 21, 2022 - 2:52PM

I just wrapped up a visit with my auntie and uncle in Kauai. They want to purchase either a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) or electric (EV) subcompact - midsize SUV/crossover. My family are most concerned about seating position, cargo and passenger volume, and adequate ground clearance. To help them and others looking for similar vehicles at somewhere near the average price of a new vehicle, I have collected information on all such vehicles currently or soon to go on sale in the U.S (by end of 2023).

Production Milestone: Tesla Fremont Celebrates 2 Million EV Units Manufactured

By Nicolas Caballero on July 20, 2022 - 8:34PM

Back in 2010 Tesla took over the Fremont, California factory after an agreement with Toyota. Since then this Tesla plant has already manufactured two million electric cars, a milestone that comes at a very good time for the brand.