Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 3)

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.

Toyota Has 3 Of the Most Dangerous Cars and One Pickup In New Study

By Denis Flierl on November 21, 2024 - 7:45AM

Which are the most dangerous cars? A new report from iSeeCars reveals Toyota has three of the deadliest cars and one truck on the list. Check out all 23 models in my report. These vehicles are up to five times more likely to have had a fatal crash.

A Lesson From The World's Biggest Businessman - Elon Musk

By Jeremy Johnson on November 20, 2024 - 8:36PM

There's a lesson in here - from the world's biggest businessman, Elon Musk.

Kumbaya - Chinese Electric Vehicles Finally Give America’s 2 Political Parties Something To Agree Upon

By John Goreham on November 20, 2024 - 7:34PM

Both American political parties want to limit Chinese EV imports. Some thoughts on a rare point of agreement between Presidents Biden and Trump.

Jeep Goes Retro with the 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Willys '41

By Mary Conway on November 20, 2024 - 11:31AM

From Broncos to Scout, it seems everything old is new again. Jeep has the ultimate throwback with a new electrified Willys' edition.

How far can you drive a Kia EV9 at 0% charge

So I Did A Little Bit Of a Test. My Kia EV9 Charge Was 0% And The Car Went Into Limited Power Mode. I Was Able To Drive 20 Miles

By Armen Hareyan on November 20, 2024 - 11:09AM

How far can you drive a Kia EV9 at 0% charge? One EV9 owner shares unexpected results from her test.

The Tesla Cybertruck Is Under Intense Scrutiny, You Either Love It or You Hate It

By Denis Flierl on November 20, 2024 - 7:00AM

There have been six Tesla Cybertruck recalls this year, and investors are scrutinizing the truck closely. Check out its R&D costs, all six recalls, and what it means for Cybertruck owners.

Tesla Cybertruck Becomes Extensively Corroded After Exposed to Magnet

By Tinsae Aregay on November 20, 2024 - 6:36AM

Multiple Tesla Cybertruck owners share that their truck’s stainless steel has been rusted and corroded after exposure to a magnet. One owner specifically details the effects magnets have had on his Cybertruck’s stainless steel surface.

Elon Musk Is Going To Take Tesla To Mars - Says Cybertrucks and Optimus Humanoid Robots Will Be The First Payload To Go There

By Jeremy Johnson on November 19, 2024 - 11:38PM

The Tesla Cybertruck, known for its out of this world look, will be one of the first human-made things on Mars, it looks like, as Elon Musk said Cybertrucks and Optimus robots will go to Mars

"The Destruction by Tesla And Elon Musk to Protect Forests And Water" ―Has Elon Musk Turned Robber Baron?

By Timothy Boyer on November 19, 2024 - 11:42AM

Blue-hatted protests raise the question of whether Elon Musk is a red-hatted Robber Baron.

Insurance Providers in Canada are Refusing to Cover Tesla Cybertrucks, Saying “We Don’t Cover Armored Vehicles”

By Tinsae Aregay on November 19, 2024 - 8:02AM

A Cybertruck owner in Canada says most of the country's largest auto insurance providers have refused to cover his Cybertruck. Some simply refused to engage, while others denied his Cybertruck coverage, claiming that it was an armored vehicle.

GM Sets Record for Number of Vehicles, Like the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV, With Hands-Free Driving

By Mary Conway on November 18, 2024 - 9:51PM

GM made a point about its SuperCruise Hands-Free technology by setting up a hands-free driving caravan. GM set a record for all the vehicles that can use the revolutionary tech.

I Think The Problem With The Cybertruck Is The Name Tesla Marketing Gave It. It Should Have Been Called A CyberTownCar

By Armen Hareyan on November 18, 2024 - 8:14PM

Is Tesla's Cybertruck misnamed? One EV enthusiast argues it’s more of a luxury town car than a rugged pickup - here’s why this matters for buyers.

The Real Possible Reason Why Parking Garages in New York Are Refusing Tesla Cybertruck, Apparently Instructed By Insurance

The Real Possible Reason Why Parking Garages in New York Are Allegedly Refusing Tesla Cybertruck, Apparently Instructed By Insurance

By Armen Hareyan on November 18, 2024 - 6:54PM

Tesla’s Cybertruck is making headlines again - not for its futuristic design or electric drivetrain, but because parking garages in New York are allegedly refusing to accommodate it.

A Dentist Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says Loneliness Drove Him to Buy a Truck That Turns Heads: “They Can’t Ignore You Now” — Close to 50 Cybertruck Owners Share Similar Feelings

By Tinsae Aregay on November 18, 2024 - 9:47AM

A Tesla Cybertruck owner says, “You work hard, but your kids don’t want to hang out with you, and your friends are too busy to visit,” get a Cybertruck, and the world can’t ignore you. Surprisingly, close to 50 Cybertruck owners echo this sentiment.

Subaru’s 2 Most Fuel-Stingy SUVs, Forester and Crosstrek – The Perfect Storm Just Blew Up

By Denis Flierl on November 18, 2024 - 7:38AM

Which are the most fuel-stingy and affordable SUVs you can buy now? CR says you can save significant money on two of the best they recommend, the Subaru Crosstrek and Forester. I'll explain why they are the top picks this winter and how much you can save.

Elon Musk Says, "OK" To Larger Tesla Vehicles - Could We See A Suburban-Like Tesla Vehicle Coming?

By Jeremy Johnson on November 17, 2024 - 11:44PM

Elon Musk responded "Ok" to an X post from a woman wanting larger Tesla vehicles than the Model X. His response could suggest that Tesla may make a bigger, Suburban-like vehicle.

Tesla Soars In Robinhood After Hours Due To FSD Getting A Planned Federal Framework For Fully Self-Driving Vehicles

By Jeremy Johnson on November 17, 2024 - 11:22PM

The latest news has just come in that Donald Trump's team could make it so that autonomous vehicles get an accelerated priority under the next administration, creating a fast track for Tesla.

Ramcharger and Jeep Wagoneer S are Highly Anticipated

Why a Major Publication Rates the Ramcharger and the Jeep Wagoneer S as Two of the Most Anticipated Vehicles of 2025

By Mary Conway on November 17, 2024 - 8:48PM

The magazine rates vehicles on their industry impact, market significance, brand importance and “cool factor”.

The 4 Car Brands With the Best Driving Experience - It’s BMW, Audi, Porsche - and Subaru?

By Denis Flierl on November 17, 2024 - 6:52AM

Which are the best car brands for driving enthusiasts? It's not a surprise that BMW, Audi, and Porsche are ranked the best, but what Subaru scored on the list is a surprise. Check out the ten best car brands for their driving experience.

A Lady Driving 45 mph in a Costco Parking Lot T-boned my Tesla Cybertruck & Broke My Ribs – I Honestly Don't Care About My Ribs, I’m Just Worried About My Cybertruck

By Tinsae Aregay on November 17, 2024 - 1:38AM

A Cybertruck owner, who was involved in a major accident, with multiple broken ribs, says he is more concerned about getting his truck fixed than the damage to his body. The owner adds he was T-boned by a person driving 45 mph in a Costco parking lot.

The 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Goes the Extra Step in Taking Fans Out on the Trail

By Mary Conway on November 16, 2024 - 9:31PM

Jeep is lending its name to new shoes that are designed to get fans out of the Wrangler 4xe and out hiking on the trail.

Tesla Cybertruck and a plow truck in a gas station at night

4AM, 3 Fuel Stations Closed, 1 Open, Nozzle Is Jacked. And It Dawned On Me Driving My Cybertruck I Never Worry Like This

By Armen Hareyan on November 16, 2024 - 7:03PM

You have probably not heard about range anxiety from the perspective of a gas car driver. Now hear what a Tesla Cybertruck owner says about a range anxiety for his gas car.

If EV Price Supports Vanish Blame EV Advocacy Publications

By John Goreham on November 15, 2024 - 9:10AM

With a red wave washing over America, EV supporters are wringing their hands over the possibility that federal EV subsidies may be on the block. If that happens, here are the publications to blame.

The 13 Deadliest SUVs On the Road, You Won’t Find Any Subaru Models Here

By Denis Flierl on November 15, 2024 - 7:18AM

Which SUVs are the most dangerous on the road? These thirteen models are a staggering five times more likely to have been involved in a fatal crash. Explore the 13 deadliest SUVs in my report and discover why Subaru models are conspicuously absent.

Battery Advancement Makes Electric Flying EVs More Practical

China’s EHang And Shenzhen Inx Create Revolutionary EV Battery That Could Change The Industry

By Rob Enderle on November 14, 2024 - 7:11PM

Flying EV maker EHang and battery startup Shenzhen Inx have created an EV battery with nearly twice the capacity but at the same weight and size as existing batteries. This advancement will significantly boost China’s EVs and electronics.

Why China Is Kicking Japanese (and everyone else's) EV Butt

By Rob Enderle on November 14, 2024 - 6:07PM

The Chinese EV car makers are chewing up the Japanese car makers. They are likely to chew through South Korea and the US over time unless the relevant governments work to restore domestic car competitiveness before the Tariffs go away.

Tesla Model S On Fire Rendered with Open Art

Four People Needlessly Die In Tesla Fire: Learning EV Car’s Safety Features

By Rob Enderle on November 14, 2024 - 4:11PM

Teslas have electronic doors that may not be easily opened after a crash. Gas car doors jam as well.

Parking Garages in New York are Refusing to Park Tesla Cybertrucks, They Say, “Insurance Companies Have Asked Them Not to”

By Tinsae Aregay on November 14, 2024 - 2:55PM

A Cybertruck owner who took his truck to Manhattan says several parking garages refused to let him park his vehicle in their facilities. The owner adds that liability insurance providers covering the parking garages are behind the silent boycott.

Image shows chart by iSeeCars.com listing most deadly vehicles.

Tesla Vehicles Earn Spots On Most Deadly Vehicles List - Model Y Ranks Third Worst

By John Goreham on November 14, 2024 - 10:15AM

Despite advanced driver assistance technology, the Tesla Model Y and Model S earn spots on the most dangerous cars list. The same study finds Tesla has the highest fatal accident rate of any brand.

Subaru Is Ready to Uncover the New Forester Hybrid, I Think It Will Show In L.A.

By Denis Flierl on November 14, 2024 - 9:26AM

Subaru of America says the Subaru Forester Hybrid is coming soon. Where will Subaru unveil the new compact SUV model? I think it will be in Los Angeles.

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