Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 127)

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.

GMC Announces $6,000 Price INcrease For Hummer EV, Follows Similar Moves By Rivals

By Carl Malek on June 18, 2022 - 12:20AM

The GMC Hummer EV pickup has rapidly become one of the most important launches that the brand has ever done. The all-electric super truck can go just about anywhere and coddle drivers in luxury. It's also very expensive with prices going over $100,000 in certain models. Recent changes in the broader production web though have forced GMC to raise prices for the entire lineup.

Cadillac CELESTIQ to be Hand-Built at Tech Center

Cadillac CELESTIQ to be Hand-Built at Unique Location

By Mary Conway on June 17, 2022 - 11:45PM

GM is investing $81 million to build its flagship all-new sedan at its Global Technical Center.

Tesla To Offer Enhanced Auto Pilot As Additional Option to FSD

By Jeremy Johnson on June 17, 2022 - 8:34PM

Elon Musk responded directly to a Tweet asking Enhanced Auto Pilot to be sold as a separate option from Tesla FSD. Elon Musk said, "Ok" and it looks like one man's Tweet is going to turn into a world wide feature release by Tesla.

VW ID.4, Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Hyundai Kona EV, Kia Niro EV, Kia EV6

Kia And Hyundai Oddly Absent From Bloomberg EV Sales Leadership Report For 2025

By Justin Hart on June 17, 2022 - 2:19PM

Conspicuously, Bloomberg Intelligence has completely ignored one of the largest and fastest growing electric vehicle (EV) producers in the world in its recent business intelligence piece on global battery-electric vehicles sales. More accurately, I should say they ignored two of the largest and fastest growing companies, Kia and Hyundai, which are so closely tied we can justifiably consider them as one company.

Ford Mustang Mach-Es Recalled For High-Voltage Problem

Ford Halts Some Mach-E Deliveries To Fix Electrical Problem

By Marc Stern on June 17, 2022 - 1:58PM

It goes without saying that the Ford Mustang Mach-E is a popular vehicle. Indeed, the order bank for Ford's first electric was shut for a long time as the number of orders exceeded the automaker's ability to produce them. Now, dealers have been told to fix any Mach-Es before they are delivered and any others on their lot because of a high-voltage electrical problem.

How Will Tesla Do During a Recession?

By Jeremy Johnson on June 16, 2022 - 8:55PM

With a looming recession coming, how will Tesla do during this time? Will profits increase or decrease? Will Tesla's order backlog shrink? We have some answers we're going to share now.

Tesla Fremont Factory Reaches Record Figures: More Cars Than Ever

By Nicolas Caballero on June 16, 2022 - 5:05PM

Tesla's very first factory is now more productive than it has ever been in its entire life; and Elon Musk is looking for locations to build the next Gigafactory.

The Worst Deals on New Cars Right Now

By Timothy Boyer on June 16, 2022 - 2:51PM

Looking to buy a new car, but not sure which deals are good, and which are bad? Here’s a recent list from Consumer Reports analysts who reported the worst deals on new cars right now.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Comes Out In Support Of Fossil Fuels As Gas Prices Reach Record High

By Tinsae Aregay on June 16, 2022 - 11:36AM

Elon Musk, through the EV company he found, Tesla, is trying to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. However, today Musk has come out in support of fossil fuel production.

Tesla Increases All Vehicle Prices, Some By As Much As $6000, Model Y Now Starts At $66K

By Tinsae Aregay on June 16, 2022 - 9:18AM

In an update to the company's online configurator, Tesla has once again increased the prices of all its vehicles. The price increases range from $1,000 all the way up to $6,000. The new hikes have also pushed the starting price of the Model Y to $66,000.

Elon Musk's Warning to Lucid and Rivian and Other Auto Makers

By Jeremy Johnson on June 15, 2022 - 11:09AM

Elon Musk issued a stern warning to Lucid and Rivian recently - that unless something dramatically changes, both companies are headed toward bankruptcy. Will these companies succeed? Only if they can profitably reach volume production.

Owning an EV is a Break-Even Deal Financially

EV Owner Reveals 5 Hidden EV Expenses of Owning an EV

By Timothy Boyer on June 15, 2022 - 10:45AM

Thinking about going EV and wondering just what the real costs of electric vehicle ownership are? Here’s a recent posting by a 10-year EV owner who talks about the hidden costs of owning an EV.

Image of a Kia EV6 GT being driven at speed on a runway.

Kia's EV6 GT Has 585 Horsepower And E-LSD

By James Walker on June 15, 2022 - 9:30AM

Kia's high-performance electric flagship will debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed later this month.

Why the 2024 Chevy Blazer EV is so Important for Chevrolet

By Mary Conway on June 14, 2022 - 9:56PM

The all-new 2024 Chevy Blazer EV will be revealed on July 18. Chevy needs the Blazer to be successful as a relatively affordable high-performance crossover.

One Out Of Three Electric Cars Sold In The US Is A Tesla Model Y

By Nicolas Caballero on June 14, 2022 - 5:32PM

The United States is the second most important EV market in the world, mainly thanks to the State of California; being one of the 50 states in the union, it certainly seems like a different country when it comes to electric cars, but one thing is clear: Tesla clearly dominates electric car sales in all 50 states, and one model especially stands out from the SX3Y quartet, the Model Y.

Image showing the "software update failed" warning one Lucid Air owner received after initiating an over-the-air update.

Lucid Air Owner Receives Ominous Warning From Failed OTA Update

By James Walker on June 14, 2022 - 4:19PM

This isn't what any owner wants to see but the car remained drivable despite this worrying message.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Interview With Tesla Owners Silicon Valley

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Says ‘Rivian & Lucid Will Both Go Bankrupt & End Up In The Cemetery’

By Tinsae Aregay on June 14, 2022 - 3:24PM

In the second part of his interview with Tesla Owners Silicon Valley, Elon Musk had some harsh words for fellow EV makers Rivian & Lucid. In the interview, Musk said "both Rivian and Lucid will go bankrupt" that their path "will end in an intersection with doom" and that "they will end up in the cemetery" unless they change course.

How to Reduce the Cabin Noise in a Tesla Model Y

By Jeremy Johnson on June 14, 2022 - 10:50AM

There is a Tesla Model Y, 2020, owner, who tried out a solution to see if it would make his Model Y quieter in the cabin while driving. What was this solution and how much did it cost? Let's find out!

The All-New 2024 Subaru Outback EV Imagined

By Denis Flierl on June 14, 2022 - 9:30AM

Subaru says new all-electric models are coming soon. Check out the 2024 Subaru Outback EV imagined.

How Far A Full Battery Charge Can Take You In A 2022 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid

By Justin Hart on June 14, 2022 - 3:45AM

I was scrolling through social media, reading about people’s experience with battery-only range in their Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrids (PHEV), as well as other PHEVS like the Chevy Volt, Kia Niro, and Rav 4 Prime. And then I realized, I have yet to do a test where I see just how far I can go on a full charge, intentionally trying to maximize every mile I can get.

Tesla Begins Selling The Refreshed Model Y With 4680 Cells & Structural Pack Outside Of Texas

By Tinsae Aregay on June 13, 2022 - 9:13PM

Tesla started refreshed 4680 Model Y deliveries at the Giga Texas opening event. However, initial deliveries were limited to Tesla employees. Later, Tesla widened the pool of individuals that could get the new vehicle to Austin, then the entire state of Texas. Now, Tesla has begun inviting Model Y reservation holders outside Texas to get the refreshed version of the all-electric crossover.

Tesla Might Report Its First Quarterly Loss In 3 years As The Company’s Bitcoin Holding Goes Down 32%

By Tinsae Aregay on June 13, 2022 - 8:10PM

In the past 6 months, bitcoin is down 67% with 16% of the fall coming in the past 48 hours. And as the cryptocurrency has gone lower, Tesla is down 32% in its bitcoin holdings. This coupled with production disruption in Giga Shanghai is making it increasingly likely Tesla will post a quarterly loss in Q2.

Taking a Tesla on a 3 Day, 1,200 Mile Road Trip

By Jeremy Johnson on June 13, 2022 - 10:36AM

We have a road trip from Shelby Church, going 1,200 miles in a 2019 Tesla Model 3 with about 220 miles of total range (a standard range version). We see how many times she stopped, how much it cost to charge -vs- a gas car, and if she would rather road trip in a Tesla or some other vehicle.

Indonesia Makes Tesla a Decent Proposal To Build 2nd Giga Berlin

Indonesia's Decent Proposal To Tesla

By Armen Hareyan on June 13, 2022 - 8:51AM

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV features, specs, pricing

Consumer Reports Says Subaru Solterra EV’s Quirks Stand Out In A Bad Way

By Denis Flierl on June 13, 2022 - 5:55AM

Is the 2023 Subaru Solterra one of the best electric vehicles? A new study from Consumer Reports has mixed reviews. Check out what they like and don't like about the Solterra.

Tesla Model Y 4680 Model Y equipment getting delivered at Giga Berlin.jpg

Giga Berlin Is Getting Ready To Produce Refreshed 4680 Tesla Model Y

By Tinsae Aregay on June 12, 2022 - 4:01PM

A new Tesla Giga Berlin drone flyover suggests, that Tesla has begun taking deliveries of robots that will be used to produce 4680 battery packs. The new battery pack will power the refreshed Model Y with 4680 cells and a structural battery pack.

Is the Ford F-150 Lightning EV Road Trip Worthy?

What It's Like to Road Trip and Charge the Ford F-150 Lightning Cross-Country

By Timothy Boyer on June 12, 2022 - 10:06AM

Is the Ford Lightning EV road trip worthy? Discover now the level of difficulty during a 1,300-mile road trip from Michigan to Colorado in a Ford F-100 Lightning when put to a road trip charge test under real life conditions.

2023 Subaru Forester, Outback, Ascent hybrid technology

Subaru Boss Says More Fuel Efficient Hybrid Tech Is In The Pipeline

By Denis Flierl on June 12, 2022 - 6:55AM

Subaru only has one Hybrid for U.S. customers but says improved hybrid technology is coming. See what's coming for Forester, Outback, Ascent, and other next-generation models.

Tesla Is Delivering the Giga Texas Model Y to Customers

By Jeremy Johnson on June 11, 2022 - 5:12PM

Tesla is delivering the Giga Texas Model Y standard range vehicle, with 4680 batteries to customers, and Tesla Economist has some data gathered about the vehicle specifications. Let's see what he found out.

Ford F-150 Lightning Problem Some Owners Don’t Realize Until It’s Too Late

By Timothy Boyer on June 11, 2022 - 4:28PM

The Ford F-150 Lightning is an extremely popular electric truck. However, some owners buy one before finding out there is a problem when it comes to using one like they did with their previous gas or diesel truck.

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