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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 188)

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.

By Mary Conway on May 12, 2021 - 9:55PM
Just a week before Ford is set to unveil its F-150 called Lightning, GMC shows that its HUMMER supertruck is already in the altitude testing phase.
By John Goreham on May 12, 2021 - 7:27PM
We explore the Lexus UX 250 h F SPORT and rediscover New England’s beauty.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 12, 2021 - 3:55PM
A filing to the regulatory agency in Texas has revealed Tesla is planning to offer an insurance product in the state. Tesla will be determining premium rates based on driving data and will offer a 70% discount for the safest drivers.
By Daniel Cappo on May 12, 2021 - 1:44PM
There have reportedly been some ads being put around Shanghai advertising a Tesla driving school. This is a program that will help buyers who recently bought their Tesla learn how to operate the multitude of features inside the car.
By Timothy Boyer on May 12, 2021 - 10:43AM
This week, one Tesla owner found out that backseat autopilot driving a Tesla means a night in jail; and, that he could lose his driver’s license. We would like to hear what the Tesla community thinks of the driver’s actions and what the courts should do about it.
By John Goreham on May 12, 2021 - 9:42AM
The new plan forward for Toyota is all about BEVs. No kidding.
By Armen Hareyan on May 12, 2021 - 7:58AM
This morning Tesla CEO Elon Musk provided a new update on Tesla FSD self-driving software's beta expansion, explaining what Tesla was focusing on, the difference we should expect once the software update is released and when it will come.
By Frank DiMuccio on May 11, 2021 - 12:51PM
BMW has been a leader in automotive innovation since its inception, even going so far as to bolster the engine noise of the i8 to make the ride sound more like a traditional sports car. As they ditch the gas engine altogether, what sound will BMW rely on to engage the driver? It turns out that help from composer Hans Zimmer will influence the symphony of BMWs electric i4 and iX.
By Timothy Boyer on May 11, 2021 - 11:00AM
Twitter Photo Spotlight: Twitter account Whole Mars Catalog recently posted an image of what appears to be Tesla’s latest battery upgrade for potentially current and future Tesla EVs.
By John Goreham on May 11, 2021 - 9:55AM
Long-time EV fans finally find the perfect vehicle for their needs and order two.
By Denis Flierl on May 11, 2021 - 6:33AM
Subaru Corporation calls its all-new all-electric SUV Solterra. Check out new details and model launch date.
By Max Larsen on May 11, 2021 - 3:39AM
Higher-ups at Porsche AG have said that the Boxster may get an EV sibling soon. Reportedly, a concept is being worked on right now.
By Daniel Cappo on May 10, 2021 - 9:25PM
Tesla has authorized a third party called Unplugged Performance to do routine maintenance on its electric vehicles. This move may benefit Tesla owners the most.
By John Goreham on May 10, 2021 - 4:38PM
The National Transportation Safety Board and the Harris County Texas Precinct 4 Constable’s Office along with help from NHTSA, are investigating a recent Tesla crash. Here is what the initial report says.
By Timothy Boyer on May 10, 2021 - 3:39PM
A post on Reddit titled “Cybertruck has a camera below the front bumper” made by Reddit user u/NoT-RexFatalities reveals that not all viewers are impressed by Tesla’s new front end camera feature for the Cybertruck.
By John Goreham on May 10, 2021 - 3:22PM
We test and offer our opinions on Jeep’s new plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle. Here’s why it’s the one we’d buy.
By Frank DiMuccio on May 10, 2021 - 1:47PM
With new electric vehicles popping up in the category seemingly every day, vehicles like the Mustang Mach E, the Volkswagen ID.4, and the Audi E-Tron will find themselves awash in competition shortly. Enter the Porsche E Macan, an all-electric SUV that promises to outdo others in range and sportiness.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 10, 2021 - 12:00PM
Ford confirms the all-electric F-150 will be called Lightning. Reveal of this revolutionary pickup to be broadcast live on Ford’s social media network on May 19 and take place at Ford’s World Headquarters.
By Timothy Boyer on May 10, 2021 - 10:40AM
“Imagine you’re driving your Tesla, or an equivalent electric car, down the highway. Your battery is running low. Sure, you could pull off at the next exit and spend time, and energy, searching for a recharging station. Or you could simply change lanes and drive over special charging strips embedded in the road,” wrote David Nutt for the Cornell Chronicle about new research focused on an innovative approach for the wireless charging of electric vehicles.
By Mary Conway on May 9, 2021 - 8:52PM
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is the first hybrid electric Jeep. It is able to go off-roading like any other Jeep and now Jeep has a new lift kit built specifically to improve the off-roading experience while protecting the hybrid powertrain.
By Max Larsen on May 9, 2021 - 12:58AM
According to Porsche, the Macan EV will arrive for the 2023 model year and have ‘significantly’ more range than the current Taycan.
By Timothy Boyer on May 8, 2021 - 2:03PM
A recent news report that Ford is going solar with their manufacturing facilities raises some interesting questions for both Ford and Tesla enthusiasts: Is Ford mimicking Tesla or is it just catching up? And, what does this mean for Ford and Tesla enthusiasts?
By Armen Hareyan on May 8, 2021 - 8:32AM
Last night Tesla Cybertruck was brought to New York City. Elon Musk tweeted that the Cybertruck prototype will be in NY this weekend and people saw it leaving he showroom and driving in the NYC streets. And by "atrocious" here I mean positively aggressive.
By Daniel Cappo on May 7, 2021 - 8:54PM
Cathie Wood was interviewed on CNBC about the future of Tesla’s autonomous driving features. Wood stated that Tesla should make some huge advancements in autonomy over the next two years. Wood also addresses the safety concerns some have with autonomous vehicles.
By Frank DiMuccio on May 7, 2021 - 3:16PM
Toyota is planning to bring the stunning performance of electric vehicles to their already impressive Off-Roader, the 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser! Thanks to an ongoing trial in Australia, a battery powered Electric Land Cruiser may soon be in the grasp of consumer drivers as this trial will rocket Toyota's EV Program even further into the future.
By Frank DiMuccio on May 7, 2021 - 12:12PM
Ford Mustangs have been at the heart of American Motorsports for almost 60 years, with its big 6-0 coming in just 3 short years (as it was technically released as a 65 model year in 1964 at that year’s World’s Fair). In 2023, we’re expected to see the release of the first production Electric Mustangs, but in 2019, a company named Webasto helped Ford bring a Mustang to SEMA with around 900 horsepower of pure electric excitement.
By Max Larsen on May 7, 2021 - 4:04AM
The all-electric Porsche Taycan arrived in Australia with a grand entrance of water, lights and colors.
By Frank DiMuccio on May 6, 2021 - 11:14PM
The BMW i8 has sleek lines and aggressive styling cues that scream expensive taste. The sports hybrid has been turning heads since 2013 and is almost everything that I want from an electric vehicle. It’s sleek, it’s sporty, it’s got enough batteries to do quick jaunts around town but still has a gas powerplant that allows for more flexibility. This amazing piece of European Engineering sings its alluring siren song, and I am caught in her trance.
By John Goreham on May 6, 2021 - 2:23PM
A new video explains why in both theory and in practical testing, Tesla cars won't have the capability to accelerate from zero miles per hour to 60 miles per hour. Is this the latest example of Tesla stretching the truth in its marketing?