Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 165)

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.

Tom Brady Makes Tesla Model 3 Commercial: GOAT’s Recognize GOAT’s

By Tinsae Aregay on October 26, 2021 - 10:13AM

Tesla famously doesn't do paid advertisements or endorsements. However, as Tesla's brand power grows, increasingly companies are putting more effort to be associated with the EV maker. And one recent example is a Tesla Model 3 commercial featuring Tom Brady.

Elon Musk Tweets About Tesla Hertz Pricing, Reveals Details

By Armen Hareyan on October 25, 2021 - 10:26PM

Tesla Hertz Deal for 100,000 Model 3 Vehicles

Hertz Buying Vehicles From Tesla Is Much Bigger Than You Think

By Jeremy Johnson on October 25, 2021 - 9:45PM

There was a deal announced today between Tesla and Hertz. Hertz is buying 100,000 Model 3 vehicles from Tesla. This is a genius move from Hertz, which recently went bankrupt. I believe this is the first deal of many between rental car companies and Tesla and is the beginning of the robotaxi network.

How Insuring An Electric Car Differs From Other Vehicles

By Armen Hareyan on October 25, 2021 - 8:11PM

Over the past decade, electric vehicles have become increasingly more common. With makers like Tesla capturing the minds of tech lovers, electric vehicles are no longer only bought by the environmentally-conscious.

New Report Suggests Ford Is Pushing Lightning Ordering Back Several Months

By Carl Malek on October 25, 2021 - 4:33PM

Ford's F-150 Lightning pickup is changing the way that people perceive pickups thanks to its all-electric powertrain and its strong family heritage. But a new report suggests that early adopters will have a bit longer to wait for their Lightning purchase.

Tesla Model 3 to Rule the Rental Car Fleet Market After Huge Deal With Hertz

By Nicolas Caballero on October 25, 2021 - 3:39PM

Tesla secured a huge deal with rental car company Hertz: an order for 100 thousand units, a deal that is the single largest order ever for electric vehicles, worth $4.2 billion in revenue to Tesla that, by the way, would drive it straight to the $1 Trillion club. Once again, Tesla disrupting yet another market niche.

Elon Musk Confirms Tesla Is Rolling Back FSD Beta 10.3 Due To Vehicles Reversing Mid Left Turn

By Tinsae Aregay on October 25, 2021 - 9:14AM

Tesla has decided to roll back FSD Beta 10.3 software just hours after the EV maker rolled out the software. Elon Musk says the rollback was instituted after Tesla internal quality assurance team discovered an issue where the vehicle will drive back in the middle of making a left turn.

Giant CATL Battery Factory Near Completion Just 3 KM from Giga Shanghai

By Jeremy Johnson on October 23, 2021 - 5:17PM

We have a video and news that the giant battery factory from CATL, that is just 3 km from Tesla's Giga Shanghai factory will be completed very soon. This is great news and let's see what's going on here.

Tesla May Do Battery Deal With BYD

By Jeremy Johnson on October 23, 2021 - 5:01PM

There is a rumor circulating that Tesla may be doing a battery deal with BYD. If this happens, it will be a big opportunity for both companies. The question is, is the rumor true? If it is true, what does it mean?

Future Tesla Giga Factory in India as Possible Solution for Import Duties Impasse

By Nicolas Caballero on October 23, 2021 - 1:19PM

Elon Musk is set to meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss import duty reductions. According to many different sources, Tesla is once again urging Indian government officials to consider a rollback on import duties, which has prevented Tesla from selling imported vehicles in the country.

Tesla Increases Model S, 3, X, Y Prices Once Again, This Time By As Much As $5000

By Tinsae Aregay on October 23, 2021 - 4:37AM

Despite setting record delivery numbers, Tesla seems to be struggling to meet the exploding demand for its vehicles. For the second time this month, Tesla has once again instituted a wide-ranging price increase on its vehicles. The price increase affects the Model S, 3, X, & Y.

Tesla Did Something Stunning Showing Future Without Elon Musk

By Armen Hareyan on October 23, 2021 - 12:45AM

Elon Musk’s Boring Company Approved for Las Vegas 29 Mile Loop with 51 Stations

By Armen Hareyan on October 23, 2021 - 12:41AM

LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) Battery Switch for Tesla Models 3 and Y

By Nicolas Caballero on October 22, 2021 - 2:46PM

As per Tesla´s Q3 report, the company is switching over to LFP (Lithium Iron Phospate) batteries for all of its standard range Model Y and Model 3 cars. Tesla also intends to bring LFP battery production to the same locations where it manufactures its vehicles (Giga Texas, Giga Berlin), as per the latest information available.

Hacking Tesla is Condoned by Traffic Safety Investigators

By Timothy Boyer on October 22, 2021 - 1:28PM

Can hacking a car company ever lead to good? Here’s one example that should have Tesla drivers sit up and take notice.

Brandenburg's New Decision Wil Drastically Affect Tesla Giga Berlin's Final Permit

By Armen Hareyan on October 22, 2021 - 11:53AM

Tesla Safety Features Make Its Brand a Cut Above the Rest

By Jeremy Johnson on October 22, 2021 - 12:06AM

There was recent news of just how important Tesla's safety features are, including the safety features for full self-driving (FSD). Elon Musk agreed that safety is most important and Tesla is making sure that anyone using the FSD Beta has strict rules to follow in order to use it.

Tesla Model 3 Top Seller in New Zealand as Country Aims to Achieve Carbon Neutrality by 2050

By Nicolas Caballero on October 21, 2021 - 3:24PM

Very good numbers come from New Zealand, as Tesla Model 3 outsold Toyota mainstays such as Toyota´s Corolla, Hilux and RAV4 models in September. Electricity helped give New Zealand new-vehicle sales a boost, with a big bounceback from Covid-19 restrictions: it was the second biggest month on record for registrations, with electrified models making up a very nice 21 per cent of the 16,518 total.

Tesla Confirms Refreshed Model Y With 4680 Cells & New Architecture Will Begin Deliveries Early 2022

By Tinsae Aregay on October 21, 2021 - 7:03AM

Tesla executives, at the companies recent quarterly earnings call, confirmed the refreshed Model Y, which will be produced at Giga Texas and Giga Berlin, will begin deliveries with 4680 cells and brand new architecture in early 2022.

Hyundai Ioniq 5: An Electric 'Retro' That Advances The Future of The Brand

By Armen Hareyan on October 21, 2021 - 4:09AM

Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the first model of the 100% electric Ioniq sub-brand in which design is the protagonist.

Tesla Reports Record Q3, 2021 Earnings

By Jeremy Johnson on October 20, 2021 - 8:51PM

Tesla announced their Q3, 2021 Earnings today. It was yet another record quarter and the first time Elon Musk was not on the call. Results had EPS: $1.44 GAAP; $1.86 NON-GAAP.

Chevrolet Is Ramping Up Development Of The Corvette E Ray, What We Could See In This Game Changing Vette

By Carl Malek on October 20, 2021 - 8:23PM

With the 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 commanding the bulk of the attention in regards to Corvette related discussion, it can be easy to forget that Chevrolet is also developing the Corvette E Ray which will mark the first time that the performance icon will enter the green vehicle market. But what could we see in a production E Ray?

Calls For President Biden To Fire Anti-Tesla NHTSA Head Who Expressed Desire To Punch Elon Musk Gather Steam

By Tinsae Aregay on October 20, 2021 - 6:04PM

A petition looking to persuade President Joe Biden to fire the new NHTSA head is gathering steam. The petition states, new NHTSA head, Dr. Missy Cummings has in the past expressed a desire to punch Elon Musk, showed bias against Tesla by associating with TeslaQ, and has a financial conflict of interest as she serves in the board of directors of a competing company.

The Long Wait for the Tesla Semi

By Nicolas Caballero on October 20, 2021 - 5:45PM

When first announced, the Tesla Semi was said to have amazing features: for starters, a range of over 500 miles (800 km) under highway conditions; without a load it will accelerate from 0 to 60 miles in 5 seconds and with a load of 80,219 lbs (36,287 kg) it will do it in 20 seconds. This is more than twice as fast as a diesel truck. It can maintain a speed of 65 mph (105 km/h) going up a 5% climb fully loaded, whereas a diesel truck can only maintain 45 mph (72 km/h) under the same conditions.

Tesla CyberTruck Mirrors Easily Removable

CyberTruck Mirrors Designed To Be Easily Removed By Owners

By Jeremy Johnson on October 19, 2021 - 11:08PM

Elon Musk just responded to a Tweet saying that mirrors on the CyberTruck will be easily removable my owners. Whether this means just the side mirrors, or the front mirror, or both, remains to be seen.

GM Reveals EV Motors For 2022 Hummer EV Use Less Rare Earth Metals, Possibly Points To Long Term Sustainability

By Carl Malek on October 19, 2021 - 9:47PM

The electric vehicle race is picking up steam but the surge in demand has also put increased demand on precious rare metals. With the limited availability of these materials, GM recently revealed how the 2022 GMC Hummer EV not only reduces the amount of materials needed for its electric motors, but also how it uses the metals it does have in a sustainable way.

Stellantis Contracts for More Batteries for Hybrids and Pure Electrics Like the 2024 Ram 1500

By Mary Conway on October 19, 2021 - 5:15PM

Stellantis is planning to build a battery plant with LG Chem to supply North American vehicle plants with batteries. Ram has promised a 2024 Ram 1500 pure electric.

Tesla Model 3 to Repeat Norway Success Story In France

By Nicolas Caballero on October 19, 2021 - 12:01PM

September was a very good month for Tesla Model 3 sales in France. It sold 2,833 units to become the leader in BEV sales, followed by the Renault Zoe with 2,382 and the Peugeot 208 EV with 2,090 units sold.

Need a Spare Tire? Why You Should Turn to the Pros and Not Cobble A Kit Together

By John Goreham on October 19, 2021 - 8:33AM

Your automaker stole your spare and you need one. Rather than try to create a kit from salvage and spare parts, here's a more sensible solution.

Mary Barra Talks Candidly About GM's EV Plans, Details Competition With Tesla And New Vehicle Rollout

By Carl Malek on October 19, 2021 - 12:11AM

GM has been very transparent about various aspects of its long-term EV plans, but we have not heard much from Mary Barra on her thoughts on how GM is doing on these plans, as well as her views on competing with Tesla. The wait is now over with the GM CEO sharing her thoughts and views on the current pace of electrification within the company.

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