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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 126)

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.

By Jeremy Johnson on August 14, 2022 - 4:18PM
Tesla FSD was under attack recently and we have a video from Whole Mars Catalog running a series of experiments on the road with Tesla FSD to see if it will stop for children.
By Nicolas Caballero on August 14, 2022 - 3:00PM
The European Union has approved production of the Tesla Model Y featuring 55 kWh BYD Blade batteries, which gives it a range of up to 270 miles (440 kilometers) between recharges.
By James Walker on August 13, 2022 - 10:27AM
The Brabus Mercedes EQS breaks from the traditions of previous Brabus-tuned Mercs in one big way. Here's how.
By Justin Hart on August 13, 2022 - 4:30AM
My friend purchased a brand new Kia EV6 last week, in part based on feedback I had given him. He has never owned an EV, or any plug-in vehicle, before and had previously talked to me about purchasing a Tesla model Y before and after he drove my Model 3. I interviewed him to get his initial impressions about the Kia EV6 because I think a lot of prospective EV buyers might appreciate reading about his initial experience.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 12, 2022 - 9:24PM
In an update to the company's online configurator, Tesla has stopped taking new orders for the Model 3 Long Range. Now if you go to Tesla's website to order this Model 3 variant, it simply reads "available in 2023."
By James Walker on August 12, 2022 - 10:49AM
Lucid has taken steps to ensure its customers qualify as time runs out on the $7500 EV tax credit. Here's how they've done it.
By Jeremy Johnson on August 12, 2022 - 10:17AM
The economics of the Tesla semi show that it is about 83% cheaper to drive and haul goods than a standard diesel truck. Not to mention the reduction in cost due to less maintenance. The Tesla semi will truly disrupt the trucking industry.
By Justin Hart on August 12, 2022 - 4:15AM
Are Kia and Hyundai planning to build a new electric vehicle manufacturing plant in Georgia in order to qualify for the new U.S. federal electric vehicle incentives? That is the question that popped into my mind after the recent news about the U.S. Senate’s passing of the Inflation Reduction Act.
By Jeremy Johnson on August 11, 2022 - 11:11AM
Tesla FSD has been falsely accused of not stopping for children on the road. We have a video that debunks this and that the video ad showing this is a FUD attempt against Tesla FSD.
By Jeremy Johnson on August 10, 2022 - 7:40PM
There are 10 mistakes you can make when using your Tesla vehicle. These range from using 3rd party companies for software or hardware updates to incorrectly charging your vehicle.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 10, 2022 - 5:40PM
Tesla first unveiled the Semi back in 2017 with deliveries expected to begin in 2019. However, after years of delay, today, Elon Musk has confirmed that the 500-mile version of the Tesla Semi will start "shipping this year."
By Nicolas Caballero on August 10, 2022 - 3:49PM
Several reports on the Chinese press agree that BYD's Blade batteries are already in the Berlin Gigafactory and that the Model Y will be the first to implement them at the end of this month, or beginning of September.
By Marc Stern on August 10, 2022 - 3:03PM
With Ford reopening its order banks for the F-150 Lightning, the automaker is averaging a $6,000 to $8,500 increase in pricing for new models.
By James Walker on August 10, 2022 - 2:48PM
DeLorean's reimagined history blends reality with fantasy to bridge the 40-year gap between the DMC-12 and upcoming Alpha5. Check out the DeLoreans that could have been (and one that we bet will).
By John Goreham on August 10, 2022 - 9:46AM
With Tesla only offering premium-priced vehicles in Europe, vehicle shoppers looking for affordable vehicles turn to Toyota Hybrids. Here’s how hybrid vehicles continue to boost Toyota’s European market share to all-time highs.
By Carl Malek on August 9, 2022 - 10:12PM
Ford recently revealed that it was reopening the order books for several of its models. One of these models is the 2023 F-150 Lightning, which has seen an impressive amount of consumer demand and sales. However, in addition to some welcome updates, the Lightning is also going up in price.
By Jeremy Johnson on August 9, 2022 - 7:54PM
There is a review from RegularCars about the Tesla Model S Plaid and it shows that the vehicle is one of the fastest vehicles on the road - and nobody will want to race you if they see you in one.
By Nicolas Caballero on August 9, 2022 - 12:33PM
Tesla is at its best right now, as it is growing faster than ever, and making more cars than in its entire history; this sweet moment is celebrated with the production of unit number three million, a huge milestone.
By James Walker on August 9, 2022 - 11:00AM
Surfer dudes and hippie chicks rejoice; the Myers Manx dune buggy is back baby.
By John Goreham on August 9, 2022 - 10:30AM
Europe is gaining a reputation as a leading EV market, but its biggest city by population still presents a huge opportunity.
By James Walker on August 9, 2022 - 10:16AM
It's all hands on deck at Lucid's Arizona production facility as the company strives to iron out kinks in its logistics operations.
By Jeremy Johnson on August 8, 2022 - 9:44PM
Tesla wants to build a Giga factory in Ontario, Canada, but in order for that to happen, Canada is going to have to offer Tesla a very important incentive. Let's see what that is.
By James Walker on August 8, 2022 - 7:05PM
New Stealth Look package brings unique wheels and a much meaner look to Lucid's flagship EV.
By Nicolas Caballero on August 8, 2022 - 12:24PM
Tesla wants to reach a production rate of 2 million cars per year by the end of this year; a very remarkable figure that would position it among the largest manufacturers in the automotive industry.