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.

How Tesla Will Make 500,000 More Cars In 2025, Getting To Nearly a 3 Million/Year Run Rate

By Jeremy Johnson on November 1, 2024 - 12:20AM

Tesla has plans to release lower-end models next year. Tesla will get to an additional 500,000 deliveries next year, and this is how they are going to do it.

The Hidden Costs Of Electric Cars No One Is Telling You About Update

By Timothy Boyer on October 31, 2024 - 1:46PM

Thinking about going EV and wondering just what the real costs of electric vehicle ownership are? Here's a recent update about the hidden costs of owning an EV. Plus, the EV charger you will want if you buy an EV.

2024 Kia Sorento SX-Prestige Review: Kia Gives The Sorento a Mid-Cycle Refresh Focused on Styling Upgrades

By Armen Hareyan on October 31, 2024 - 12:48PM

The base of the Kia Sorento remains the same, but the styling takes several elements from the revamped EV9 and Carnival.

Tesla Finally Responds to the Cybertruck Tow-Hitch Controversy, Says “The 11,000 lb Tow Rating Isn't Absolute”

By Tinsae Aregay on October 31, 2024 - 9:42AM

Tesla’s lead Cybertruck engineer, Wes Morrill, has clarified the Cybertruck tow hitch’s small 160 lb vertical load rating. Wes explains how the vertical load rating changes with distance and says, “The 11,000 lbs tow rating isn’t absolute.”

Tesla Cybertruck Owners Express Fear Their Vehicles May be Singled-Out During Post-Election Violence; Brainstorm Ideas to Make Their Trucks Less Political

By Tinsae Aregay on October 31, 2024 - 7:38AM

A group of Cybertruck owners brainstorm ideas on how to make their trucks appear less politically polarizing. The fear is they will be singled out for politically motivated violence after the election results are out.

When Elon Musk Was Asked Why We Don't Have Flying Cars, He Said, "Just Wait A Little"

When Elon Musk Was Asked Why We Don't Have Flying Cars, He Said, "Just Wait For It. It's Coming"

By Jeremy Johnson on October 30, 2024 - 11:56PM

Elon Musk has told us all to wait a little in response to when we are going to have flying cars. What does this mean?

The Tesla CyberCab, With Hubcaps Removed, Reveals Its Black Rims And Red Brake Calipers

By Jeremy Johnson on October 30, 2024 - 11:40PM

A video is circulating of the Tesla Cybercab without hubcaps, showing its black rims and red brake calipers.

The 2025 Ram 1500's Latest Award Shows Why Families Love Them

By Mary Conway on October 30, 2024 - 9:18PM

The Ram 1500 pickup has won countless awards overs the years but the latest honor shows exactly why families love the full-size pickup.

Plug-In Hybrid-Electric Vehicle Owners Plug Them In Most Days - Here’s How We Know

By John Goreham on October 30, 2024 - 9:11PM

We polled three large fan clubs online and asked owners of plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles how often they plug in and how many of their driven miles are electric. We also pulled in data from J.D. Power, PlugShare, and a manufacturer of PHEVs.

2026 Cadillac LYRIQ Will be the First EV to Earn the Prestigious V Badge

By Mary Conway on October 30, 2024 - 7:50PM

Up until now, the Cadillac V-Series has only included high-horsepower ICE vehicles. The 2026 LYRIQ is the first EV to earn the performance badge.

I Think This Is Toyota's Kodak Moment That Killed The Company, Unless Toyota Does Something Really Big With EVs

By Armen Hareyan on October 30, 2024 - 6:41PM

Toyota is having a Kodak moment, output drops, and finally is getting a new electric SUV from Suzuki.

The Best Winter, Snow, All-Season, and Off-Road Tires For Your Subaru 2025

By Denis Flierl on October 30, 2024 - 10:41AM

What are the best winter, snow, all-season, and off-road tires for your Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek vehicle? Do you really need winter or snow tires on your all-wheel-drive SUV? I'll answer those questions and more here.

Tesla Cybertruck Owners Report They are Getting Harassed By Toyota Prius Drivers on the Road

By Tinsae Aregay on October 30, 2024 - 10:19AM

Multiple Cybertruck owners report receiving negative comments from Toyota Prius drivers on the road. Looking at the issue a bit more, there appears to be a major divide taking place in the electric vehicle world.

Cybertruck Owner Can't Wait For Tesla V4 Chargers After Achieving Over 350 kW On His Cybertruck With A CCS Adapter

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Achieves 350 kW+ Charging Using A CCS Adapter At A 3rd Party Charging Station

By Jeremy Johnson on October 29, 2024 - 11:27PM

A Cybertruck owner purchased a CCS adapter and achieved greater than 350 kW charging speed at a non-Tesla charging station. He can't wait for the day there are v4 Superchargers with Tesla, which will also charge this fast.

How To Make Sure Your Tesla Saves Camera Footage When You Are In An Accident

By Jeremy Johnson on October 29, 2024 - 8:58PM

Being in an accident is no fun. If you own a Tesla, it's important to know how the dash cam footage is saved to the USB drive, as there are cases it might not get saved.

Tesla's Eye Opening Video Of Its Cybercab Reveals The Future Of Autonomous Transport With Plenty Of Trunk Space And The Ability To Sleep While The Car Drives

By Jeremy Johnson on October 29, 2024 - 6:05PM

Tesla has just released a video on their X account, showing an autonomous ride in one of its cybercabs. You can even fall asleep while the car drives itself to your destination.

10 Used Toyota Cars I Would Buy Right Now

By Dimitar Angelov on October 29, 2024 - 11:54AM

These used Toyota models are worth keeping an eye on if you want an versatile arsenal of versatile, fun, and reliable vehicles

Tesla Is Going To Get The Cost Of The Cybercab Down To A Staggering $15,000

By Jeremy Johnson on October 28, 2024 - 11:18PM

Tesla will mass produce the Cybercab and get its cost down to a staggering $15,000. Here's how.

If Elon Musk Heads a DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) What Does It Mean For Tesla and All Other Auto Makers?

By Jeremy Johnson on October 28, 2024 - 7:52PM

Elon Musk has talked extensively that he will help lead a department of government efficiency. He even stated that $2 trillion can be shaved off the over spending of the U.S. government. What does this mean for Tesla and all other auto makers?

Tesla Adopts a New, Aggressive Cybertruck Sales Strategy, Begins Advertising $74,490 Starting Price

By Tinsae Aregay on October 28, 2024 - 8:58AM

Tesla has adopted a new much more aggressive Cybertruck sales strategy as it tries to reach new buyers. Tesla is directly reaching out to people who have never shown interest towards the all-electric truck and is advertising a lower $74,490 price.

Subaru’s New Forester and Crosstrek Full-Hybrids Will Cater To U.S. Customer’s Power Desires

By Denis Flierl on October 28, 2024 - 7:25AM

Subaru Corporation will start with the Forester compact SUV and then the Crosstrek subcompact SUV for its next-generation hybrid system. They will arrive in Japan first, but they were designed to meet the power needs of U.S. customers.

The 2026 Toyota GR Supra will be very different from the A90

I Was Right About The Toyota Supra's Future: Toyota Supra Goes Hybrid, Ditches BMW Partnership

By Dimitar Angelov on October 28, 2024 - 4:00AM

The next-generation Toyota Supra confirmed to be all-Japanese, as Toyota ends its partnership with BMW

2024 KIA EV6 GT Review: Meet Stunningly Performance EV from Kia

By Armen Hareyan on October 26, 2024 - 11:01PM

When I drive the 2024 Kia EV6 GT you will know that electric vehicles aren't necessarily associated with the fight against climate change, but can also be very powerful performance cars.

I Vomited Blue Bile After Painting Rivian’s R1T, I Asked For a Respirator But the Supervisor Denied My Request

By Denis Flierl on October 26, 2024 - 11:02AM

Is Rivian, the R1T and R1S EV manufacturer, in trouble? Reports say the automaker is not only having financial problems, but workers in its factory are suffering severe injuries due to an unsafe work environment. Here is Addison's troubling story.

I Don’t Know Why Women Keep Laughing at Me When I’m Out Driving my Tesla Cybertruck

By Tinsae Aregay on October 26, 2024 - 9:40AM

A Tesla Cybertruck owner says there is a concerted effort to publicly shame people who drive the all-electric truck. He recounts several instances where people pointed and laughed at him while driving his Cybertruck.

I Cannot Be Allowed In The Tesla Showroom Again. Now My Children And I Want A Model X

By Jeremy Johnson on October 26, 2024 - 12:10AM

After viewing the Tesla Model X in a showroom, the wife of the famed "Dirty Tesla" account admits that she and her children want a Model X, saying she cannot be allowed in a showroom again.

Tesla Evades Responsibility for Potential Lightbar Misuse

Tesla's Workaround for the Street Illegal Cybertruck Lightbar

By Timothy Boyer on October 25, 2024 - 10:58PM

Here's Tesla's answer for avoiding any legal responsibility for their Cybertruck Lightbar accessory.

My Wife's Prius Was Totaled By A Rat So We're Picking Up A Gray Model 3 Tomorrow - Any Advice On Do's or Dont's?

By Jeremy Johnson on October 25, 2024 - 9:45PM

A man's wife had her Prius totaled by a rat, and they are picking up a 2023 gray Model 3. This was the advice given to them from their post on Facebook.

Ford CEO Loves His Chinese Xiaomi EV – The Critical Need For Partnerships With Companies Like Lenovo

By Rob Enderle on October 25, 2024 - 8:33PM

The CEO of Ford likes his Chinese Car more than any Ford, showcasing the critical need for companies like Ford to partner with companies like Lenovo to increase their speed of innovation before doing what Japan almost did.

Volkswagon Brings Back The International Scout

The Amazing Scout EV Is Almost Ready To Order From Volkswagen

By Rob Enderle on October 25, 2024 - 8:00PM

The International Scout died in the 1980s, but Volkswagen has brought it back, and the result could be a car that is as amazing as the original Scout with none of the downsides. And you can order one now.

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