Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 182)

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.

Apollo Moon Robotaxi Launch in Asia Could Leave Competitors in the Dust

By Timothy Boyer on June 23, 2021 - 11:55AM

China’s Robotaxi manufacturing is winning the race toward making the adoption of autonomous vehicles and smart transportation available for the public worldwide…and here’s how.

A Passenger Seat View of How Fast a Tesla Model S Plaid Hits Pikes Peak Curves

By Timothy Boyer on June 23, 2021 - 9:26AM

Ever wonder what it would look like from the passenger seat of a souped-up Tesla Model S Plaid hitting those crazy curves on Pikes Peak? Well, here’s your chance to see some Tesla history in the making as we watch Randy Pobst in a qualifying run through the upper section of Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on the first day of Practice/Qualifying rounds.

‘It’s Right To Give Tesla Preferential Treatment’ Says Brandenburg Environment Minister

By Tinsae Aregay on June 23, 2021 - 9:17AM

Brandenburg Environmental Minister Axel Vogel says "it is right to give Tesla preferential treatment" since the settlement of the factory in the area will have a positive impact that will reach the whole of Europe.

A History of the Tesla Model S

By Jeremy Johnson on June 22, 2021 - 11:15AM

Tesla has several different types of cars and one of those is the Model S. It was the first production car after the original roadster to be produced for customers and there has been many versions! Let's talk about this car!

Is the Yoke steering wheel going to be the next big thing?

In A World Prototypes, Is A Concept Enough? Is Toyota's bZ4X Its Future?

By Frank DiMuccio on June 21, 2021 - 8:59PM

Toyota, like any car maker, is subject to the whims of the market as much as any other manufacturer. While Toyota’s president Aiko Toyoda seems to be pushing more for his pet project, Gazoo Racing to guide the company forward, the bZ4X has been revealed as a concept. Not a prototype, like the Cybertruck, or F-150 Lightning. Is it too little, too late?

Fact-Checking Volkswagen’s Latest ID.4 “Affordable AWD” Press Release - 2 Questions

By John Goreham on June 21, 2021 - 4:07PM

Volkswagen has just announced that its ID.4 battery-electric vehicle is “The most affordable all-wheel-drive electric vehicle on sale in the U.S.” This has us scratching our heads for two main reasons.

Tesla Director of Artificial Intelligence Adrej Karpathy Explains Neural Net Development in FSD

By Timothy Boyer on June 21, 2021 - 3:11PM

Wondering what Tesla engineers have been up to lately toward improving Tesla Autopilot and FSD? Here’s a must-see Zoom presentation where Tesla’s Director of Artificial Intelligence, Adrej Karpathy, reveals the work that is going on behind the scenes as we wait for out next FSD update.

Six Hybrid or Electric Models Land On Fastest-Selling Vehicles List - How Did Your Favorite Rank?

By John Goreham on June 21, 2021 - 2:51PM

A new update to the twenty fastest-selling new vehicles in America list includes hybrids from Hyundai and Toyota, EVs from Volkswagen, Jeep, and Toyota, and a lot of gas guzzlers. America's new vehicle divide is on full display.

FSD Sensor System Installed on Ford Mondeo Tested at Two Levels Above Tesla FSD

By Timothy Boyer on June 21, 2021 - 12:31PM

Here’s the latest about a live multi-city trial of one type of autonomy FSD software that is being outfitted on Ford Mondeos to operate across a five-mile area in varied traffic and weather conditions that is rated two levels above Tesla’s current FSD categorization.

Image of crashed Ford Mustang Mach-E courtesy of IIHS

These Ford Mustang Mach-E Crash Images Have An Interesting Back-Story

By John Goreham on June 21, 2021 - 11:45AM

A picture speaks a thousand words as they say. This picture’s story about a crashed Ford Mustang Mach-E electric vehicle isn’t what you’d guess.

Tesla Insurance Is Coming To European Countries

By Tinsae Aregay on June 21, 2021 - 11:08AM

According to a recent job posting on Tesla's Careers page, Tesla is planning to hire actuaries to help build out the company's revolutionary insurance business in Europe.

Study: 2025 BEVs have Highest Cost of Ownership Hybrids Lowest Among Vehicle Types

By John Goreham on June 21, 2021 - 9:35AM

A new study conducted by the U.S. Department of Energy and Argonne National Labs predicts that hybrids are the least expensive crossover vehicles to own, battery-electric the most expensive for the model year 2025. Here are some interesting findings from the study.

Tesla Deliveries by Quarters. Model Y Surging!

By Jeremy Johnson on June 21, 2021 - 1:15AM

Recently, the Twitter user, James Stephenson, posted 69 Tweets in the most detailed analysis of Tesla I've ever seen. Let's take a look at Tweet #3 of these which focuses on Tesla's delivery of vehicles quarter by quarter, year over year. Here is the details!

Tesla's Intention to Stick With The Yoke Steering Wheel Is A Double-Edged Sword

By Daniel Cappo on June 19, 2021 - 4:26PM

Tesla has made it clear that they don’t plan to drop the yoke steering wheel. The yoke is ultimately the foundation for a car with progressive steering.

Tesla Reveals Giga Berlin's New Big Changes

By Armen Hareyan on June 19, 2021 - 1:35PM

Road trips are possible in EVS, even though charging architecture is still a little limited

The Porsche Taycan And Telsa Model S Can Charge In Just Minutes! Time For A Road Trip

By Frank DiMuccio on June 19, 2021 - 12:01PM

With vehicles like the Tesla Model S and Porsche Taycan being able to charge several miles worth of power in a single minute, the era of range anxiety appears to be approaching its end. Many potential owners felt that the long charge times required for many electric vehicles were prohibiting them from purchasing one, but as fast charging stations pop-up across the world, that may be less of an issue.

Elon Musk Says Tesla Model S Plaid Acceleration Is 20% Faster Than Falling Down

By Tinsae Aregay on June 19, 2021 - 4:29AM

Tesla CEO Elon Musk's favorite vehicle/Tesla and daily driver has been the Model S. And now with the launch of the Plaid variant Musk seems unable to hold back his excitement and now claims the Plaid Model S can accelerate 20% quicker than gravity.

An Important Tool all Tesla Owners Should Carry to Revive a Dead Tesla

By Timothy Boyer on June 18, 2021 - 2:48PM

Even though it’s been argued by Tesla that there is no real need for a car to carry a spare tire anymore, this does not mean that Tesla owners should be unprepared for other road mishaps. Here is at least one important simple tool all Tesla owners should carry to revive a dead Tesla as demonstrated by this one Tesla owner.

GM Will Sell Battery and Fuel Cell Expertise to Finance Future Vehicles like the 2022 GMC HUMMER EV

By Mary Conway on June 17, 2021 - 10:11PM

GM Announces huge investments in future EVs and AVs. GM will leverage its new Ultium battery platform for semi trucks. It will also sell its HYDROTEC hydrogen fuel cells for use in planes and trains.

EV Technology trumps older ICE technology and some owners are finding it time to make the switch

What Could Make A Long Time Mustang Driver Switch To Electric? Check Out The Audi E-Tron GT

By Frank DiMuccio on June 17, 2021 - 7:41PM

The Audi E-Tron GT, new in 2021, is a stunning EV. While related to the Porsche Taycan, the E-Tron GT also features Audi’s fabled Quattro all-wheel-drive system. Audi has made the E-Tron GT with the driver in mind and it shows. My friend has been driving Ford Mustangs for the last 20 years, but he’s considering swapping to an EV thanks to the E-Tron GT, and here’s why:

2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport, pricing, specs, features

The Sporty Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid U.S. Customers Want But Can’t Have

By Denis Flierl on June 17, 2021 - 10:03AM

Subaru announced a new 2021 Crosstrek e-Boxer Hybrid "Smart Edition" in Japan. Customers in the U.S. can only look and not touch.

The Cabin Noise in The New Model S and New HVAC Firmware

By Armen Hareyan on June 16, 2021 - 5:27PM

The cabin noise in the new refreshed Tesla Model S is amazing. If you are wondering how is the cabin noise in a new Model S, we are going to find out now and with a new update from Elon Musk about Tesla's new HVAC firmware.

Polestar 3 announcement that it will be made in the US.

Competitive All-Electric Foreign SUV Will Be Manufactured in the USA

By Timothy Boyer on June 16, 2021 - 3:59PM

A recent news release announced today that the Swedish-born all-electric Polestar 3 SUV will be manufactured in the United States.

Endurance EV truck image courtesy of Lordstown Motors

Trouble Brews At EV Truck Maker Lordstown Motors

By John Goreham on June 16, 2021 - 9:40AM

A quick peek at the most recent news on Lordstown Motors makes the company's future look bleak.

RAV4 has already been electrified, so hopefully it will be back as a BEV soon

Toyota Hinted At An Electric RAV4; What's The ICE One Like?

By Frank DiMuccio on June 15, 2021 - 10:17PM

Toyota, as a brand built a reputation of reliability in the 80s and 90s. The 2000s seemed a little rocky for them, with vehicles like the Solara and Venza not being the star performers that companies hope for. Regardless of their foibles, the Japanese automaker has managed to regain a lot of that reliability cred. The RAV4 is one of Toyota’s most popular choices and hopefully a BEV version will be on the way soon.

GM Will Use Its Battery and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology to Modernize Trains

By Mary Conway on June 15, 2021 - 9:33PM

GM will use its decades of hi-tech research to help transform rail lines and make them greener.

Here’s What Yoke Steering in Tesla Looks Like in Actual Use

By Timothy Boyer on June 15, 2021 - 6:24PM

Are you undecided about whether Tesla’s yoke steering is right for you? Here’s a link to a video of yoke steering in action that illustrates at least one bothersome aspect of driving with this type of non-wheel, steering wheel.

The Original Tesla Roadster and Beyond

By Jeremy Johnson on June 15, 2021 - 2:49PM

In May, 2015, I had the honor of having my first Tesla car ride. It was in the original Tesla roadster with a friend in California. Let's talk about the Tesla Roadster then, now, and in the future.

Creative Use of Smart Summon Gets The Job Done for Tesla Owner

By Timothy Boyer on June 15, 2021 - 2:34PM

Here’s one use of Smart Summon you won’t find in your Tesla manual that helped one creative Tesla owner take care of a difficult part of his job.

Tesla Giga Berlin Needs To Undergo Another Public Review Rules State Office For Environment

By Tinsae Aregay on June 15, 2021 - 1:38PM

Brandenburg State Office for Environment has confirmed Tesla's decision to add a battery plant to the Giga Berlin plans will necessitate a second public review and possibly a public hearing.

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