Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 185)

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.

Is Level 5 Full-Self Driving Ever Going to Happen?

By Jeremy Johnson on June 2, 2021 - 11:10AM

Level 5 full self-driving is when a car no longer needs human attention to drive anywhere. Essentially, the car can make decisions about how to drive from one location to another without any need for human intervention. Today, we are at around level 2 or 3. How far away are we as a society from this? Is it months, years, or decades? What are the implications? Let's see!

bZ4X SUV Concept image courtesy of Toyota

Check Out Images of Toyota's Newest RAV4-Sized Battery Electric Vehicle

By John Goreham on June 2, 2021 - 9:55AM

Toyota has released its first images of the upcoming bZ4X RAV4-sized battery-electric SUV. Here's what we like and what we don't about Toyota's newest (not first) BEV crossover SUV.

Tesla Bike Designer Turns It Into a Micro Bike and Puts Into Production Without Pedals

By Armen Hareyan on June 2, 2021 - 8:29AM

Kendall Toerner, who in 2020 designed the Tesla Model B e-bike concept, has put it into production as the Micro Bike, beating odds.

Newly teased 2022 i4 and the amazing Rimac Nevera are great performance EVs.

BMW's i4 Reveal, And Ferrari's Defeat At The Wheels Of Rimac Nevera: Important Milestones For EVs

By Frank DiMuccio on June 1, 2021 - 11:09PM

With the Rimac Nevera destroying the first hybrid Ferrari in a straight-line battle, and BMW showing us the i4 eDrive40 and I4 m50, there’s been a lot to talk about on the electric vehicle front. As the Electric revolution picks up pace, it feels like we’re nearing a tipping point at which electric vehicles will take over as the main means of transportation.

Hyundai Phasing Out Gas Vehicles in Favor of EVs

By Keith Griffin on June 1, 2021 - 9:03PM

According to reports, Hyundai is poised to cut the number of vehicles powered by gas in half. It has supposedly given up on developing new internal engines.

Tesla Giga Berlin Gets Approval To Carry Tests

Tesla Permitted To Carry Out Giga Berlin Tests on Machines Even Before Trial Runs

By Armen Hareyan on June 1, 2021 - 12:28PM

Tesla Giga Berlin just receives another advance approval. As the Brandenburg State Environment Agency announced on Tuesday, the functionality of systems in the paint shop, foundry and body shop can now be tested.

BB gun shooting on highway caught on camera

TeslaCam Credited With Criminal Capture involving a BB Gun Incident on Highway

By Timothy Boyer on June 1, 2021 - 11:41AM

TeslaCam (Tesla’s integrated dashcam system) chalks up yet another victory in helping police take a bite out of crime recently by finding a suspect who may be responsible for over 100 BB gun shooting incidents during this past month on Californian roadways. Plus, what you need to know about owning a BB Gun in California.

Tesla’s Enormous Die Casting Machine Is Like 3D Printing

By Jeremy Johnson on June 1, 2021 - 10:56AM

A view of one of Tesla’s die casting machines was shown recently. It’s the biggest of its kind and no other auto-maker that I’m aware of is using this technology. It will speed up production, reduce costs, and give Tesla a competitive advantage. Tesla is making cars the same way toy cars are manufactured with automation and it's like 3D printing! It's like a Giant High Tech Waffler Maker! Let’s see what it’s all about!

Elon Musk: Inflation Forcing Tesla To Raise Vehicle Prices - Effects On Consumers & Stock Price

By Tinsae Aregay on June 1, 2021 - 1:03AM

Elon Musk Says Inflation, specifically astronomical raw material prices, are forcing Tesla to raise vehicle prices. however, the company is implementing data-driven cost-cutting strategies.

With a spacious frunk and many creature comforts, the Rivian R1T is stunning

Rivian R1T Spotted In The Wild! Are Electric Pickups About To Hit The Street?

By Frank DiMuccio on May 31, 2021 - 10:17PM

As the summer for the Northern hemisphere begins, temperatures creep upwards and heatwaves rise from the pavement in a haze. It’s time for hot new vehicles to become available. As June approaches, the race to see who exactly will release the first commercial electric Pick-up truck shifts into high gear as Ford reveals it’s F-150 Lightning, Tesla drives their Cybertruck around, and a Rivian R1T was spotted just today in some of the least-camouflaging spy-shot I’ve ever seen.

Get Ready To Make Your 2022 Kia EV6 Deposit

By Keith Griffin on May 31, 2021 - 9:12PM

Kia America says you can make a deposit on the 2022 Kia EV6 come this Thursday. Don’t hesitate if you really want one.

Images Show Giga Berlin Casting May Begin Shortly as Tesla Inserted Press Mold Tool

By Armen Hareyan on May 31, 2021 - 6:54PM

What Tesla Should Do with Its Cash Hoard

By Jeremy Johnson on May 31, 2021 - 9:30AM

At the end of Q1, 2021, Tesla showed just over $17 billion in cash. This is down from just over $19 billion in the prior quarter due to Tesla buying $1.5 billion in Bitcoin. This is a lot of money. Why isn’t Tesla spending it all? What should Tesla do with it (besides buying Bitcoin)? Let’s talk about it!

The Hydrogen ICE Powered Corolla is an engineering marvel.

Toyota Was Trail-blazing With The Prius; Will It Reinvent The Auto Industry Again?

By Frank DiMuccio on May 30, 2021 - 10:47PM

In 1997, Toyota introduced the first commercially produced hybrid vehicle, the Prius, starting the electrification movement. Toyota has made an impactful statement by introducing a 3-cylinder hydrogen powered internal combustion engine (ICE) to run a race-spec Corolla. While the sound is reminiscent of a gas-guzzler, it is a much ‘greener’ vehicle from an emissions standpoint. Their President, Aiko Toyoda has made it clear that the future he sees isn’t All electric.

Who controls the high beam function in Tesla?

New Tesla Model Y Owner Reports Autopilot High Beam Issue

By Timothy Boyer on May 29, 2021 - 4:19PM

Reddit member Jaws12 recently posted that after picking up his brand new Tesla Model Y in Cleveland yesterday, that while on Autopilot his car exited Autopilot after he decided to disable the Auto High Beam function while driving. Only until after he re-enabled the Auto High Beam function could he continue to use Auto Pilot.

Tesla Cybertruck's Adjustable Suspension

Cybertruck's Adjustable Suspension Will Change Your Off-Road Riding Experience

By Armen Hareyan on May 29, 2021 - 3:07PM

Tesla owners convey worries over radar loss for inclement weather

Tesla Owners Question Pure Vision's Performance During Bad Weather

By Armen Hareyan on May 29, 2021 - 12:16PM

A Stunning 360 Degree Tour of a Tesla Model S Plaid

By Jeremy Johnson on May 29, 2021 - 12:07PM

A 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid was spotted before its delivery, by the YouTube user, Andre D, in a parking garage. It’s unknown where this parking garage is, but we got a full 360-degree tour of the car! Let’s talk about what was seen while this video of the Tesla Model S Plaid was found.

Tesla Delays Plaid Model S Delivery Event To June 10 Musk Confirms Tesla Livestream

By Tinsae Aregay on May 29, 2021 - 4:21AM

Elon Musk says Tesla has delayed the Plaid Model S delivery event to June 10 to do final tweaks before delivery. Musk also said Tesla will live stream the delivery event.

Ford Promises to be a leader in electric vehicle pioneering

Ford's Jim Farley Claims In Tweet Today That Focus Has Shifted To Vehicles Plus

By Frank DiMuccio on May 28, 2021 - 11:01PM

Getting its feet wet with the Mustang Mach E and F-150 Lightning, Ford has promised to become a leader in EV technology. Having electric vehicles is well and good, but as Tesla has shown us, it helps to diversify and not just focus on making cars. In a Tweet today, the plan for Ford’s diversification has been shared.

Tesla’s New Cabin Cameras Bring Some Benefits And Concerns

By Daniel Cappo on May 28, 2021 - 9:21PM

News has been swirling about how Tesla is installing cameras that watch the driver. These cameras could detect careless drivers but could have many unintended consequences.

Tesla Cybertruck graphic used in patent application

Tesla User Interface Patent Shows Early Cybertruck and Camper Design and More

By Timothy Boyer on May 28, 2021 - 11:39AM

A recent tweet alerts Cybertruck aficionados that a “user interface features” patent described using images of an early Cybertruck design is available for reading. Here is a summary of some of the highlights of the interface design and features that shows among other things an early camper addition now known as Cyberlandr.

Tesla Model S Entry Level Will Benefit From Tax Credits

The 2021 Tax Credits Will Take Tesla to the Moon

By Jeremy Johnson on May 28, 2021 - 10:51AM

An Electric Vehicle (EV) tax credit of up to $12,500 is advancing in the U.S. Senate Finance Committee. This 2021 EV Tax Credit is for electric vehicles assembled in the United States and any vehicle with a sticker price below $80,000. Could this be bad for certain Tesla vehicles? Why will Tesla go to the moon with this? What is going to the moon? Let’s find out how this 2021 Tax Credit will benefit Tesla.

Ford's Iconic Market-Leading F-150 Is A Natural For EV Sales

Ford Has Electrifying News: 2030 Sales Will Be 40 Percent EVs

By Marc Stern on May 27, 2021 - 11:58PM

Ford execs told financial analysts that by 2030 they expected their business model to be made up of 40 percent electric vehicle sales.

Bitcoin price chart, Elon Musk, January, 2021

What’s Really Going on With Tesla’s Bitcoin?

By Jeremy Johnson on May 27, 2021 - 3:25PM

On February 8th, 2021, Tesla announced that it bought 1.5 billion dollars worth of Bitcoin. How much did they buy it for per coin? Didn’t Bitcoin go down a lot recently? Will that affect Tesla as a company in its Q2 earnings? Let’s see if we can figure this out.

Watch Out Tesla, Ford Ranger Was Retrofitted With New FSD Platform For Off-Road Testing

By Timothy Boyer on May 27, 2021 - 11:30AM

A recent news report by Smart Cities World announces that a pilot program of the first off-road autonomy safety framework was performed using a Ford Ranger and Range Rover retrofitted with a new FSD platform for off-road testing. While the article is not about Ford in particular, it does hint at a potential problem for our Tesla future.

EV Crossovers are a step forward in EV evolution

How Does The Mustang Mach E Stack Up Against Other EVs, Like The Hot Hatch Polestar 2?

By Frank DiMuccio on May 27, 2021 - 10:56AM

The Ford Mustang Mach E is no slouch on the track. Even its non GT version puts most SUVs to shame with a blistering 5.1-second 0-60 and its GT Performance Edition tears down the track with an even more impressive 3.5 second sprint from stop to 60 miles per hour. With such speeds, how does it compare to its competition like the Polestar 2, XC40 Recharge, muscle cars, like my Challenger, or even the Jeep Wrangler 4xe?

How The Volvo XC40 Recharge Compares To Other SUVs, Like The Jeep Wrangler 4xe

By Frank DiMuccio on May 26, 2021 - 11:31PM

When I think of SUVs, I think of vehicles like the Jeep Wrangler, Ford Bronco, or Mercedes G-wagon. I typically don’t give much thought to Volvo, but I really should. Volvo’s XC40 Recharge is not just a handsome SUV, it’s got plenty of features that make it one of the safest SUVs on the market, and it’s faster than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Tesla Giga Berlin Graffiti Concept by 153Design

Tesla Calls To Cover Giga Berlin In Awesome Graffiti As The Factory Finishes Construction

By Tinsae Aregay on May 26, 2021 - 9:17PM

Tesla calls on artists to cover the Giga Berlin walls with awesome graffiti. This comes after the company in charge of the Giga Berlin building construction officially announces it has completed the project.

Elon Musk’s Secret Hints That Giga Berlin Is Ahead of Schedule

By Jeremy Johnson on May 26, 2021 - 9:14PM

Elon Musk tweeted on May 18, 2021, at 5:46 A.M. the following: “Giga Berlin suppliers please accelerate!” What does this mean? What is he referring to? Are there problems in Giga Berlin?

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