Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 119)

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 Giga Texas Production Progress Already Yields Real Fruits

Tesla Giga Texas Production Progress Already Yields Specific Results

By Armen Hareyan on August 24, 2022 - 10:11PM

Elon Musk Says Stop Complaining To Tesla FSD Beta 10.69 Testers Following Bad Review

By Tinsae Aregay on August 24, 2022 - 5:32PM

Tesla recently released a major autopilot update. The new software called FSD Beta 10.69 incorporates major improvements including solving Chuck Cook style unprotected left turn. However, despite FSD Beta 10.69's improvements, some testers are reporting issues with the new software. And Musk, frustrated with the criticism, has asked early testers to stop complaining.

Tesla Software Update 2022.24.5 Uses Cloud To Improve Customers Experience

By Nicolas Caballero on August 24, 2022 - 5:27PM

Tesla launched a new software update for its electric cars that includes a series of functions that will greatly improve the driving experience thanks to the synchronization of driving profiles in the cloud.

Tesla Model Y and Model 3 With LFP Battery After 43,000 Miles

By Jeremy Johnson on August 24, 2022 - 1:26AM

Do Tesla batteries degrade at different rates for a Model Y as opposed to a Model 3 RWD with LFP batteries? One owner shares his experience.

How the 2023 Dodge Hornet Strengthens the Dodge Lineup

By Mary Conway on August 23, 2022 - 10:20PM

Dodge is adding the 2023 Hornet CUV to the line up. The crossover promises to be the most powerful utility vehicle in the segment. Buyers have their choice of a gasoline or PHEV version.

Tesla Attracting Suppliers From Asia To Mexico For Giga Texas Provision

By Nicolas Caballero on August 23, 2022 - 4:56PM

Although the production of Giga Texas is currently not very large as compared to the numbers of Fremont or Giga Shanghai factories, the role of Giga Texas in Austin will actually be very relevant in the future of Tesla. And for a factory to produce a lot, it is convenient to have the main suppliers close: a very valuable lesson learned in recent years in the automobile industry.

Tesla's New Addition at Giga Texas Will Change The Way You Receive Drone Information

By Armen Hareyan on August 23, 2022 - 11:36AM

Tesla Doing the Impossible With FSD

By Jeremy Johnson on August 23, 2022 - 10:26AM

Tesla is doing the impossible with FSD. With the recent videos of Chuck's left turn being solved, we are witnessing the birth of artificial intelligence.

Chevy Bolt Highlights Failure Of New Electric Vehicle Subsidy Law

By John Goreham on August 23, 2022 - 9:40AM

We analyze the real-world prices of a new Chevy Bolt before and after the passage of the new federal tax law and find that the Bolt increased in price by $7,500. How were the law’s other goals met?

The New Federal EV Incentive Plan In a Nutshell

By John Goreham on August 22, 2022 - 2:26PM

Here’s a quick summary of how the new federal EV Incentive plan works in terms anyone can understand. No Math. We promise.

Tesla Semi: New Data On Its Truck Unveiled, Including Charging Times

By Nicolas Caballero on August 22, 2022 - 11:37AM

Tesla plans to start mass production of its electric truck, the Tesla Semi, later this year. The company has just updated its website with new images and by adding some important data on the truck.

Driving Hyundai’s Fantastic But “Forgotten” Kona EV Crossover

By John Goreham on August 22, 2022 - 10:42AM

We have a chance to drive the Kona EV and remember why we first fell in love with EVs.

Kia Announces Pricing For 2023 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid

By Justin Hart on August 22, 2022 - 2:36AM

Kia has officially announced the pricing of their all-new, 2023 Sportage Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) for the U.S. market. Kia confirmed it is also on sale in all 50 states and deliveries have already begun.

Tesla FSD Going to $15,000 from $12,000. What Will It Cost In 3 Years?

By Jeremy Johnson on August 22, 2022 - 2:21AM

Tesla's FSD price is going to $15,000 soon. What will it be in 3 years?

Elon Musk Praises Tesla’s AI Team After Solving Chuck Cook Style Unprotected Left Turn On FSD Beta 10.69

By Tinsae Aregay on August 21, 2022 - 9:22PM

Today, Tesla released the next iteration of the company's full self-driving software, FSD Beta 10.69. This new software brings a number of improvements including solving Chuck Cook style unprotected left turn. And Elon Musk, happy with FSD Beta 10.69 has praised Tesla's AI team.

2023 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Presentation by Steve Parrett

Off-Road Vehicles Like the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Highlight the 2022 Rocky Mountain Driving Experience

By Mary Conway on August 21, 2022 - 6:58PM

It was a spectacular day to take some of the latest and greatest vehicles out on the roads outside of Denver, Colorado. Off-roading is always popular but the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press also test drove new EVs and everyday drivers.

My First Experience With My New Tesla Model 3

By Jeremy Johnson on August 21, 2022 - 5:29PM

I just got a Tesla Model 3 RWD with LFP batteries. This replaced my 14 year old Honda Fit. It feels like I'm driving a Space Ship now.

Tesla’s Newest Factory Reaches A Production Rate Of 1000 4680 & 2170 Model Y’s Per Week

By Tinsae Aregay on August 20, 2022 - 10:31PM

After facing difficulties ramping refreshed 4680 Model Y production at Giga Texas, Tesla started making the last generation Model Y, with 2170 cells, at the new Austin Texas plant. And now, only 2 months after doing so, Tesla has reached a production rate of 1000 Model Y's a week.

Why The 2023 Subaru Solterra Does Not Qualify For New EV Tax Credits

By Denis Flierl on August 20, 2022 - 8:43AM

Does the 2023 Subaru Solterra qualify for the new EV tax credits? Here's why the new Subaru compact SUV does not qualify.

Testing The Kia Sorento PHEV's Sport Mode: It's Not For Efficiency

By Justin Hart on August 20, 2022 - 4:06AM

I spend just a teensy bit of time on social media, often checking out plug-in vehicle topics that people are gabbing about. Lately, I have seen a handful people post about getting better fuel efficiency (in miles per gallon) using the Kia Sorento plug-in hybrid’s Sport mode. Specifically, they use it to recharge the hybrid battery when it’s low and they think this gives them better fuel economy.

Elon Musk’s Stanford Professor Reveals Advanced Research Musk Will Be Working On Had He Not Dropped Out

By Tinsae Aregay on August 19, 2022 - 11:58PM

Elon Musk has shared a letter he received from his would-be Stanford Professor Bill Nix. In the letter, Professor Nix discusses the amorphization of crystalline silicon when used as the anode material in lithium-ion batteries and how Musk would be working on this problem if he continued at Stanford.

Tesla Repair Issues During 4 Years of Ownership Explained by Engineer Owner

By Timothy Boyer on August 19, 2022 - 9:48PM

Find out what happened to this Tesla owner’s car after damaging the underside of his Tesla by running over a road hazard as well as other service issues with his Tesla during 4 years of ownership. Plus, his honest assessment of the joys and frustrations of owning a Tesla.

Image of the new Lucid Air Sapphire parked on salt flats.

Lucid Air Sapphire Launches Performance Sub-Brand

By James Walker on August 19, 2022 - 4:10PM

The newly unveiled Lucid Air Sapphire is the first in a line of ultra-high performance EVs from Lucid.

Tesla Developing One Of Most Powerful AI Supercomputers Worldwide - For Good Reasons

By Nicolas Caballero on August 19, 2022 - 3:32PM

One of Tesla's keys to improving its driving assistance systems - and developing future fully autonomous proposals, FSD - is to have enough computing power to process the huge amount of data that comes from 3 million cars on the streets, as of August 2022. To meet this challenge, Tesla unveiled last year one of the world's most powerful artificial intelligence (AI) supercomputers; now, after a GPU upgrade, it's even much more powerful.

Kia Niro EV, Sorento PHEV, Sportage PHEV, and EV6

Kia Plug-In Vehicles Lose Eligibility For U.S. Federal Tax Credit

By Justin Hart on August 19, 2022 - 2:23AM

Earlier this week, when President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law, Kia vehicles and those from several other automakers lost eligibility for the U.S. federal tax incentive of up to $7,500.

Tesla's 20 Billion Mega Factory

By Jeremy Johnson on August 18, 2022 - 9:07PM

Tesla has a Megapack factory in Lathrop, California and this factory could generate up to $20 billion in a couple years time for Tesla. Let's see why this is so important.

Elon Musk Confirms Tesla Cybertruck Owners Will Be Able To Legally Drive Without A Side-View Mirror

By Tinsae Aregay on August 18, 2022 - 7:49PM

Elon Musk had previously confirmed that the Cybertruck will ship with easily removable side-view mirrors. Since then, there has been debate on whether the vehicle can legally be driven without side-view mirrors. However, today Musk has confirmed that a Cybertruck without side-view mirrors can legally be driven on US roads. Musk also says it will improve the range by 5%.

Tesla Model Y First Deliveries In Australia And New Zealand

By Nicolas Caballero on August 18, 2022 - 5:29PM

The Australian market is relatively small, but important. Tesla has taken its time on the delivery of the Model Y crossover to these oceanic territories, but the first deliveries have already been made, both in Australia and New Zealand. In these countries you drive on the left with the steering wheel on the right, which is always an additional complication.

Image showing the Lucid Air Sapphire under a cover as it heads to The Quail for its reveal

Tri-Motor Lucid Air Sapphire Spotted Heading To The Quail

By James Walker on August 18, 2022 - 3:47PM

The Lucid Air Sapphire will officially debut tomorrow at The Quail with three electric motors and Plaid-beating performance.

Dodge Reveals its Charger Daytona SRT Electric Muscle Car Concept

By Mary Conway on August 17, 2022 - 11:33PM

Muscle car lovers can breathe a sigh of relief because Dodge's electric muscle car concept "Drives like a Dodge, looks like a Dodge and feels like Dodge".

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