Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 169)

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.

Used Nissan Leaf EV Prices Up Nearly 50% Amid Vehicle Shortage

By John Goreham on September 28, 2021 - 8:35AM

Shortages of used vehicles have resulted in a surge in prices for some models that were once unloved. Here's a look at how the Nissan Leaf's price has been impacted in the used market.

New Ford Mega EV Campus Could Shift Tennessee To A Union Vehicle Manufacturing State

By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 9:03PM

Ford’s electric vehicle manufacturing investment in Tennesee could tip the balance and bring the UAW to VW's and Nissan's plants.

Elon Musk - Batteries Are the Most Important Resource for Electric Cars

By Jeremy Johnson on September 27, 2021 - 6:54PM

Elon Musk just stated on Twitter that batteries are just as important for future transportation as oil is for current transport. This is a profound statement and what must be realized is that the battery is the most expensive component to an electric car. And that cost is going to decline over time as the technology improves.

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With No Cars To Sell Ford Wants To Sell You a Non-Fungible Token

By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 3:58PM

Ford’s new way to expand revenue is merch and NFTs. Here’s what that means.

Elon Musk Just Explained How To Do Bug Report in Tesla

By Nicolas Caballero on September 27, 2021 - 3:49PM

“You should be able to press mic button & say “bug report,” Elon Musk tweeted on Sunday, in response to users reporting issues with the FSD – Full Self Driving (Auto Pilot): in some cases it was about collision warnings on hilly roads (when there was actually no car in front of the driver) and in some other cases getting a ding for hard braking against the driver, when it was actually the AP (Auto Pilot) that hit the brakes.

Elon Musk Thanks Tesla Employees For The ‘Most Hardcore Delivery Push’ In A Leaked Internal Memo

By Tinsae Aregay on September 27, 2021 - 10:51AM

In a leaked internal memo Elon Musk thanks Tesla employees for the ‘most hardcore delivery push’. Musk also rallied employees for the last few days of what he called the "most intense delivery week ever".

New MAN Long-Range Electric Trucks Could Be Perfect For Short-Range Light Freight In the US

By Safet Satara on September 27, 2021 - 9:30AM

Replacing diesel-powered trucks with electric trucks for short-range freight in the US alone could significantly cut carbon emissions and dramatically increase profitability for freight companies. German MAN works on such a truck, and it plans to release it in 2024. But only for Europe.

GM’s Upcoming $60K EV Crossover Sold Out In Minutes - Without Tax Incentive Support

By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 9:23AM

General Motors’ Cadillac Lyriq was posted for reservation and almost immediately sold out. So why do we need EV tax incentives?

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Battery Recycling Could Be a Billion Dollar Business, and Ford Knows It

By Safet Satara on September 27, 2021 - 6:49AM

During 2020s, the world will face a massive problem with the disposal of EV car batteries. As Nature.com reports, one million electric vehicles could „comprise around 250,000 tonnes and half a million cubic meters “ of waste when these vehicles reach the end of their exploitation cycle.

Jeep Updates Us on the 2022 Grand Cherokee 4xe Debut

By Mary Conway on September 26, 2021 - 9:59PM

Jeep will hold a worldwide debut of the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, including the 4xe version, this week!

Elon Musk Just Had An Important Interview - Here's What He Said

By Jeremy Johnson on September 25, 2021 - 4:19PM

There was a recent interview with Elon Musk and he said some very important and profound things. Let's look at what those are!

Honest Safe Driving Tips With Tesla’s FSD Beta That Could Change Everything

By Timothy Boyer on September 25, 2021 - 10:03AM

Here is a must-watch video by a Tesla owner demonstrating Tesla’s FSD Beta 10.01 with the most sensible---if not most honest---commentary on what it takes to drive with FSD Beta safely and how it compares to earlier versions of FSD. This video is highly recommended due to it appears to be one of the most honest Tesla-owner driving experiences on video that should help non-Tesla owners understand the limitations of FSD better, and what it takes for current Tesla owners to drive safely under FSD.

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Mercedes, VW, Ford, Stellantis and Panasonic expand its EV battery production capacity

By Safet Satara on September 24, 2021 - 11:54PM

The shift toward electric cars seems to be far quicker than any of us could imagine. While some may say that the number of sold EVs is still unconvincing compared with the number of sold ICE-powered cars (apparently, only 1 in 250 vehicles on the road is electric), one must say that the investments into the EV tech only grow.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E Makes History, Becomes First EV To Pass Michigan State Police Evaluations

By Carl Malek on September 24, 2021 - 5:16PM

The Michigan State Police evaluation tests are one of the toughest tests a potential police vehicle can go through in the country. The brutal driving and capability tests push vehicles to their limits, but the Ford Mustang Mach-E has made history by being the first pure electric vehicle to pass the challenging gauntlet of tests.

Tesla FSD 10.1 Wide Release - The Most Important Moment in Tesla's History

By Jeremy Johnson on September 24, 2021 - 3:37PM

Tesla is about to do a wide release of its FSD 10.1. This will mean much more than the current 2,000 beta testers will start to be able to used Tesla FSD and be able to send data to train Tesla's neural net. This is likely the most important moment in Tesla's history.

2022 Honda Civic Tops Tesla Model 3 In IIHS Safety Testing In Three Ways

By John Goreham on September 24, 2021 - 1:32PM

The new Honda Civic matches the more expensive Tesla Model 3's Top Safety Pick + rating, but a close look reveals some areas where the Civic scores higher.

Samsung Working With Tesla on Next Generation Driving Chip

By Jeremy Johnson on September 23, 2021 - 8:11PM

We have news that Samsung is in talks with Tesla on a next generation driving chip. Why does this matter? What will this chip do? How will it be better than what Tesla has now?

GM Unveils Three Electric Motors, Promises They Will Power All-Electric Future

By Carl Malek on September 23, 2021 - 5:47PM

General Motors is building an all-electric future with its Ultium battery technology, but we didn't hear much about the electric motors powering it. The company has addressed that by unveiling three different electric motors that will not only be mated to these batteries, but will also power GM into the future.

How To Get Fired At Tesla

By Timothy Boyer on September 23, 2021 - 10:49AM

Ever wonder what kind of rules govern Tesla employees and how the business is run? Here’s your chance for a peek at how Musk runs Tesla and what it means to his employees.

Some Tesla Motors Reportedly Prone To Damage If Used In The Rain

By Daniel Cappo on September 22, 2021 - 8:33PM

Older Model S vehicles are said to have problems driving through rain. Newer Tesla Models are known for the ability to drive through deep water which has been shown on test courses and out on the road.

Elon Musk Confirms ‘Vector-Space Birds Eye View’ Coming To All Tesla Vehicles Next Month

By Tinsae Aregay on September 22, 2021 - 3:29PM

Tesla has currently released the company's latest vector-space birds-eye view visualization to FSD Beta testers. However, Elon Musk now says the mind of the car visualization will be released to all Tesla vehicles, including ones in Europe, next month.

Tesla Megapack and Solar to Help Fight Climate Change

By Nicolas Caballero on September 22, 2021 - 2:57PM

Helping fight the awful effects of climate change, clearly caused by the extended use of fossil fuels over the last century and a half, is not so simple. It might sound like a huge exaggeration, but Tesla Megapacks can actually help any National, Regional, State or Municipal government around the world to produce, store and distribute clean and renewable energy in a reliable way: battery packs.

Ford Invests $50 Million Into Battery Recycler Redwood Materials

By Carl Malek on September 22, 2021 - 2:52PM

Ford's strong commitment to the EV market is unquestioned, but while models like the Mustang Mach-E and the 2022 F-150 Lightning are doing a good job of making consumers aware of the technology, the company is also beefing up its supply network with Ford revealing that it's investing $50 million into the upstart battery recycling firm Redwood Materials

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Lotus Built An All-New EV Platform That Could Shape Next Ten Years Of The Company

By Safet Satara on September 22, 2021 - 2:05PM

Designed to underpin the new generation of Lotus electric vehicles, the new platform can support electric motors developing up to 872 horsepower and two different battery packs rated at 66.4-kWh and 99.6 kWh.

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Easy Solution to a Common Toyota Hybrid Engine Problem That is Also a Scam

By Timothy Boyer on September 22, 2021 - 11:32AM

If you are a Toyota Hybrid car owner or looking to buy a used Toyota Hybrid, the chances are good that you will eventually have to deal with a common engine problem that costs approximately $5,000 to repair. However, here is an easy alternative solution that costs about $35 recommended by some mechanics. Plus, discover whether Toyota Hybrid repair and maintenance is beyond the shadetree mechanic’s paygrade.

Tesla Autopilot Now Detects Emergency Vehicles in Model 3 and Model Y

By Armen Hareyan on September 22, 2021 - 10:55AM

Tesla Autopilot Now Recognizes Emergency Vehicles

By Jeremy Johnson on September 22, 2021 - 2:34AM

Tesla just released an over the air update that will now allow the autopilot software to recognize emergency vehicles. This will mean a Tesla will stop for police cars and ambulances, and probably a variety of other emergency vehicles.

How Old Is Toyota Prius Technology Really?

By Peter Neilson on September 22, 2021 - 12:19AM

If you think hybrid technology is relatively modern, think again. Hybrids have been around longer than before most of us were born.

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Elon Musk Says Tesla To Offer Car Insurance in Texas Next Month, But These Challenges Exist

By Armen Hareyan on September 21, 2021 - 11:00PM

Elon Musk Announces Tentative Date To Enable FSD Visualization To All Users

By Jeremy Johnson on September 21, 2021 - 8:53PM

We just saw a Tweet from Elon Musk stating that Tesla might offer the FSD visualization to all FSD purchasers before the beta ends. This would allow those who have FSD to get the minds eye of the car visualization. Let's see what the implications of this are.

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