Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 156)

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 Shanghai Production 700,000 per year and 14,000 per week

Report: Tesla Giga Shanghai Now Makes 14K Cars a Week and 700K a Year

By Armen Hareyan on November 3, 2021 - 11:40PM

Model S Plaid With Normal Steering Wheel

A Model S Plaid With a Regular Steering Wheel?

By Jeremy Johnson on November 3, 2021 - 9:11PM

An owner of a Tesla Model S Plaid vehicle has been seen driving with what appears to be a normal steering wheel. Did this really happen or are we all being tricked? Let's find out!

Image of a statue of the head, shoulders, and horns of a bull.

Lucid Stock Rebounds After Three Day Slump

By James Walker on November 3, 2021 - 7:51PM

Four days out from reaching the milestone of its first customer deliveries, Lucid's stock price has started to climb again.

Ford Unveils Wild F-100 Eluminator Concept with Classic Look and Futuristic Performance

By Carl Malek on November 3, 2021 - 7:45PM

Mixing the best of the past and the present is always a fun project for many automakers to do. But while many of the custom builds that embrace this theme tend to infuse modern V8s with vintage styling, The all-new F-100 Eluminator SEMA concept takes it in a different direction with the infusion of modern EV hardware.

Why Solar Roof is an Excellent Idea for the Tesla Roadster

By Nicolas Caballero on November 3, 2021 - 5:43PM

Actually, having a solar roof is an excellent idea for ANY electric vehicle (SUV, sedan, truck, Semi, etc.), as the technology basically allows to widely extend the range of the vehicles, and on the other hand, would permit to drive almost entirely by getting energy directly from the sun. Some automotive engineers believe solar power may be the solution to many other issues in that regard.

Tesla's VP Publicly Updates on 2nd China Gigafactory

Tesla China Doesn't Deny 2nd Gigafactory, But Updates Location Rumor

By Armen Hareyan on November 3, 2021 - 12:15PM

Hyundai Is Updating IONIQ 5 With 10% Range Increase

By Armen Hareyan on November 3, 2021 - 9:05AM

The new 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has reportedly increased the battery capacity from 72.6 kWh to 77.5 kWh. Accordingly, the current Korean official mileage (at room temperature) of the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is expected to increase from 423 km to 480 to 490 km. Hyundai will increase the number of existing 2.4kW battery modules from 30 to 32. This is the result of maximizing the space of the EV-only platform E-GMP with the same battery capacity as the Kia EV6.

Tesla Begins Tooling Giga Texas 4680 Battery Factory

By Tinsae Aregay on November 3, 2021 - 8:19AM

According to a new Giga Texas drone footage, Tesla has received 4680 production equipments at the construction site. The EV maker has transported the new equipment to the battery production section of Giga Texas.

Of Course Tesla and Hertz Deal is Still Happening

By Jeremy Johnson on November 2, 2021 - 9:45PM

Hertz recently announced a deal with Tesla for 100,000 Model 3 standard range vehicles, totaling about $4.5 billion. There was talk that this deal wasn't going to happen when Elon Musk announced no contract had been signed. No need to worry because of course Tesla and Hertz are still doing a deal. Here's why.

Rendering of a Lucid Air in front of a waterfront setting.

This Is How The Lucid Air Manages 520 Miles Between Charges

By James Walker on November 2, 2021 - 9:22PM

Lucid can, for now at least, boast the longest range of any mass-produced electric vehicle with 520 miles of travel available between charges but how exactly does it achieve this?

Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson gives a speech during as the company's first customer deliveries are made at the Lucid Rally.

South Wales to Silicone Valley (Via Tesla): Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson's Story So Far

By James Walker on November 2, 2021 - 5:32PM

For Lucid and CEO Peter Rawlinson alike, Saturday's Lucid Rally marked the culmination of thousands of hours of work and dedication to a singular goal: building the world's finest electric vehicle. Let's take a look at the life and career of the man behind the milestone.

Tesla Already Delivering Cars to Hertz, Despite Musk Saying Contract Is Not Signed Yet

By Nicolas Caballero on November 2, 2021 - 4:04PM

As per the latest information available, Hertz says deliveries of Tesla cars into its rental fleet are already occurring, despite a tweet Monday night by Elon Musk that the automaker has not signed a contract with the company.

Something Borrowed - Toyota 4th-Generation EV Crossover Has Subaru’s XMODE AWD Technology

By John Goreham on November 2, 2021 - 9:46AM

Toyota’s new third-generation crossover will benefit from one of Subaru’s biggest strengths.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV features, specs

Subaru Solterra With X-Mode Is No Big Deal - Why Fans Want A Wilderness Trim

By Denis Flierl on November 2, 2021 - 7:22AM

Subaru says the new 2023 Solterra all-electric SUV will be distinctly Subaru, but it will share X-Mode with Toyota. Here is what fans want in Subaru's first-ever all-electric SUV.

Lucid Air after delivery: interior and exterior

Lucid Motors: A Lot of Price Fantasy and Full Throttle Into November

By Armen Hareyan on November 2, 2021 - 12:16AM

After the rapid price gains in the last week of October, the rally in the Lucid Motors share continues in November. In early US trading, the electric car maker's papers were up over five percent before they had to give up some of the profits.

Ford Announces Partnership With Qmerit To Improve At Home EV Charging Services

By Carl Malek on November 1, 2021 - 9:20PM

Ford is rapidly building up allies in its quest to dominate the EV marketplace. Their latest team-up with Qmerit aims to rapidly improve the quality and availability of home EV charging services for Ford EV models like the Mach-E and F-150 Lightning

Tesla Opens Super Chargers to Other Companies

Tesla Opens Up Super Chargers to Other EVs in Pilot Program

By Jeremy Johnson on November 1, 2021 - 8:41PM

We recently saw a Tweet from Elon Musk about Tesla opening its super chargers to other companies for use. There is a pilot program that has just begun. Let's see what this is all about!

Toyota’s New bZ Electric Vehicle’s Roof Adds 17,000 Miles Of Range

By John Goreham on November 1, 2021 - 6:30PM

The solar roof on the all-new Toyota bZ4X battery-electric vehicle adds incredible range. Will it prove popular?

Image by John Goreham. Re-use with permission only.

4 Presidents Later, Buyers Don’t Know How Federal EV Tax Incentives Work

By John Goreham on November 1, 2021 - 5:24PM

Only America would continue a confusing scheme after it had reached every one of its objectives.

Tesla Inks 3-Year Supply Contract With Ganfeng Lithium China

By Nicolas Caballero on November 1, 2021 - 3:47PM

As per the latest news available, and according to a Reuters source, China's Ganfeng Lithium Co. Ltd. and its unit GFL International Co Ltd have signed a contract to supply battery-grade lithium products to Tesla. Ganfeng, the world's top lithium company by market capitalization, has already supplied battery-grade lithium to EV producers including Tesla.

Elon Musk Says He Will Sell $6B Tesla Stock Today To End World Hunger - But There Is A Catch

By Tinsae Aregay on November 1, 2021 - 7:47AM

Elon Musk says he will sell $6 billion worth of Tesla stock today to help end world hunger. However, Musk has also asked the UN World Food Programme to address his concerns and explain to him publicly how the money will be used to solve world hunger.

Tesla image by John Goreham Re-use by permission only.

What To Know About Tesla’s Model Y and Model 3 Recall

By John Goreham on October 31, 2021 - 6:54PM

Tesla is recalling certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles because of a suspension issue that may lead to a crash.

Toyota Prius Prime Saves Two Lives In Horrific Rear-Ending Crash

By John Goreham on October 31, 2021 - 6:23PM

Toyota’s focus on safety is clearly evident in the outcome of this crash between a Prius Prime and a Pickup Truck.

Subaru Confirms New Solterra EV Global Debut In November- Complete Details

By Denis Flierl on October 31, 2021 - 7:01AM

The all-new 2023 Subaru Solterra makes its global debut in November. Check out the complete details here.

Tesla's Genius Strategy for How It Delivers Cars To and From China

By Jeremy Johnson on October 30, 2021 - 7:37PM

Tesla has a genius strategy in how it delivers cars to residents of China and how it exports cars from China. What is this strategy that Tesla employs? What makes it a genius strategy? Let's find out!

Lucid Air Dream Edition pictured at the Lucid Rally where customers will take delivery of their new EVs.

Dreams Become Reality: Lucid Begins Deliveries of Air EV Sedan

By James Walker on October 30, 2021 - 5:18PM

The first customers have taken possession of their Lucid Air Dream Edition sedans at a landmark event in northern California.

Tesla Cybertruck: Wireless Charging, An Interesting Option

By Nicolas Caballero on October 30, 2021 - 1:59PM

Inductive wireless charging would provide ease and convenience of charging for the upcoming Tesla Cybertruck, without the requirement of any charging cables. It would really be a an important feature, and the company probably has already thought about the pros and cons of implementing it, even if there is no official statement or any twit from Elon Musk that would hint anything in that direction.

Ford and VW Give Thanks and Credit To Elon Musk and Tesla

By Jeremy Johnson on October 29, 2021 - 9:32PM

Ford and VW (Volkswagen) have given credit to Tesla for their efforts in leading the way for electric vehicles. It seems the big 3 auto makers could now be: Tesla, VW, and Ford. Let's see what's happening here.

Toyota Reveals Production bZ4X EV SUV

By Armen Hareyan on October 29, 2021 - 8:48PM

Toyota unveils additional information on its first fully electric vehicle, the bZ4X. This SUV is a pioneer within Toyota and its genetics are shared with the Subaru Solterra.

Lucid Motors Will Give Tesla A Run With Announced New Features

By Peter Neilson on October 29, 2021 - 8:15PM

Tesla motors is the pioneer of the first commercially viable electric car. When something new comes out everyone wants a piece of the action. Take a look at what Lucid motors is doing to beat Tesla at their own game.

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