Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 250)

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.

Expert points to Tesla Model 3 quality and safety concerns.

Analysis of Tesla Model 3 Raises Quality & Safety Concerns - "This Thing Is A Miserable Job"

By John Goreham on February 5, 2018 - 12:52PM

Watch as an industry expert picks apart the Tesla Model 3 on Safety and quality. What he reveals is surprising.

2018 Nissan Leaf's Single Move Helps EV Owner Valet

By Armen Hareyan on February 4, 2018 - 1:27PM

The 2018 Nissan Leaf not only has an amazing technology and a bold new design, but also does something with charing that helps the new Leaf owner valet. Actually it will help the EV owner valets too. Here is how.

Waymo 1st, Tesla Last in CA Self-Driving Car Report, But 4 Reasons We Can't Make Hard Conclusions

By Anthony Amaturo on February 3, 2018 - 8:08PM

California just released its 2017 report on autonomous vehicle testing in the state. What does it include and what can we learn from it?

Tesla's Model 3 must hit these sales goals to become mainstream.

2018 Milestones Tesla Model 3 Deliveries Must Hit To Become Mass Market

By John Goreham on February 2, 2018 - 4:37PM

Tesla set high goals for Model 3 deliveries in 2018 and beyond. Here are some key milestones the company must hit for the Model 3 to be the mass market success Tesla has promised.

3 Practical Updates That Tesla Just Made to Model S, Model X and 3 Vehicles

By Armen Hareyan on February 2, 2018 - 10:30AM

What do you think about these new 3 updates that Tesla just made to its Model S, Model X and Model 3 cars? How these software updates improve your driving experience? I particularly like the 3rd improvement in this list.

Tesla just registered 1,262 new Model 3 VINs: Highest VIN is 11,322

By Armen Hareyan on February 2, 2018 - 9:45AM

A Twitter page, that tracks Tesla Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) updates its page once a week and refers to NHTSA's website noting that currently, Tesla has 11,322 registered VINs.

When Will Autonomous Vehicles Become a Reality and How Will They Really Be Used

By Anthony Amaturo on February 1, 2018 - 6:05PM

Predicted time-table shows we will see autonomous cars in our future, but large changes will come in decades because of incredible challenges and complex driving environment. These scenarios illustrate how autonomous vehicles could impact various users' travel

2018 Electric Vehicle Forecast - Winner and Losers

By John Goreham on February 1, 2018 - 1:24PM

We continue our tradition of presenting an annual electric vehicle sales forecast. Call us wrong. We dare you.

Tesla Model 3 deliveries jump in January 2018.

Tesla Model 3 Deliveries Edge Up In Janaury 2018 - A New EV Sales Leader?

By John Goreham on February 1, 2018 - 12:14PM

January could be the turning point for Tesla Model 3 deliveries. Here's the new EV sales picture for 2018.

Don't Ignore These Display Messages When Using Tesla's Autopilot

By Armen Hareyan on February 1, 2018 - 11:13AM

There needs to be better human-machine-interface interaction as people need to quit the "head down" instrumentation nonsense and develop a head-up display, comments Adam Non to Torque News, discussing Autopilot's limitations and drivers' need to keep situational awareness.

Check To See If Your Prius Is On This New Toyota Recall List

By John Goreham on February 1, 2018 - 11:08AM

The Prius makes a rare appearance on a new Toyota recall list. Airbags again.

VW to use Le Mans-winning Porsche driver to pilot electric racer in Pike's Peak Climb

By Marc Stern on February 1, 2018 - 12:22AM

Volkswagen has reached across the aisle, so to speak, as it has hired Romain Dumas to pilot its new electric racing entry up Pike's Peak. Dumas, a former factory driver for Porsche, has experience with hybrids and has done well in enduro racing, winning eight races, including two Le Mans.

Man Drives His Electric VW Golf from Netherlands to Australia Without Money

By Armen Hareyan on January 31, 2018 - 9:06PM

Wiebe Wakker is driving from Netherlands to Australia in an electric Volkswagen without money and now he is in Indonesia, seen in this picture with that iconic, Kuala Lumpur skyline. He is driving a retrofitted VW Golf.

Tesla Model 3 bought for $100K to be dismembered by competitors

By Armen Hareyan on January 31, 2018 - 6:15PM

Tesla's competitors are willing to pay a heavy price for the privilege of being able to try and obtain all the secrets of Model 3. It's for Model 3's reverse engineering.

The New Honda Insight Prototype is a Gorgeous Hybrid

By Patrick Rall on January 30, 2018 - 6:50PM

Honda didn’t announce any real details on the 2019 Insight Prototype that debuted earlier this month in Detroit, but we don’t need hard numbers to know that this is the best-looking version of the hybrid Honda thus far – while also being one of the best-looking hybrids in the US market.

NTSB investigates new Tesla Model S crash that may involve Autopilot.

NTSB Looks At Tesla Crash - Why Can't Pricey Teslas Auto-Brake Like Affordable Cars Do?

By John Goreham on January 30, 2018 - 10:08AM

The National Transportation Safety Board is looking into an accident that the driver of a Tesla Model S says happened while Autopilot was engaged.

How To Bring Tesla Apps To The Top Of The Screen With Long Press

By Mark Newman on January 29, 2018 - 4:25PM

Here is another cool Tesla tip! In earlier versions of the Tesla OS, all applications would default to the top half of the screen. Applications like Media, Energy, and Phone now default to the bottom. If you want an application to appear at the top, simply long-press or touch-and-hold the application icon.

Pilots and Tesla Owners Explain How Autopilot Works

By Armen Hareyan on January 29, 2018 - 9:59AM

After Tesla Model S recently crashed into a stopped firetruck many people started to raise the question of how Tesla Autopilot works and how it should work. As a result, some people started critiquing Tesla for calling its system Autopilot.

Tesla Model 3 Has 5 Key Advantages Over Model S

By Armen Hareyan on January 27, 2018 - 8:19PM

In this video tech Youtuber Andy Slye shows 5 clear advantages that Tesla Model 3 has over Model S.

30 Minute Wait To Sit in a Model 3 at Tesla Manhattan

By Armen Hareyan on January 27, 2018 - 5:23PM

The picture in this Tweet shows You have to wait in line for 30 minutes to sit in a Tesla Model 3 in Manhattan Tesla dealership in NYC.

Few Advantages of Chevy Bolt vs Model S, But Are They Comparable?

By Armen Hareyan on January 27, 2018 - 10:06AM

The advantages of Chevy Bolt vs Tesla Model S depends on your driving habits, distances your drive, price and and the size you need.

Used Tesla Model S Prices vs Owning a New Chevy Bolt

By Armen Hareyan on January 26, 2018 - 5:38PM

I am looking at purchasing a Bolt EV for delivery in mid October. I was looking at the cost of a used Tesla Model S 85 and the price is about $11,000 more than the Chevy Bolt. My question is in about 8 months time would the used Tesla market come down enough to justify giving up the Ontario incentives to own a Tesla, or should I get a new Bolt?

Toyota Prius is America's best delivery vehicle.

Toyota Prius - The Perfect Delivery Vehicle?

By John Goreham on January 26, 2018 - 12:20PM

The Toyota Prius is well known as the best green car on the planet, but is it also the best delivery vehicle in America?

4 Pros and Cons of Electric Semi Trucks After Tesla's Tested Its Own

By Armen Hareyan on January 26, 2018 - 12:01PM

Opponents of Tesla Semi say it's not cost effective, but proponents say the cost is comparable to diesel trucks. Here are 4 pros and cons for electric Semi trucks.

3 Things We Learned About Tesla Semi Truck From The 8-Second Video Clip

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2018 - 4:53PM

Tesla is now testing its Semi truck in the wild and public roads and there is a new 8-second video clip of that test.

Here Is When Tesla Summon Feature Is Most Useful

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2018 - 2:38PM

This is probably the best video of Tesla Summon feature showing Model X driving itself out of a puddle to its owner.

Toyota named most admired company, but where does Tesla rank?

Toyota Is Named A Most Admired Automotive Company By Fortune Magazine - Where Does Tesla Rank?

By John Goreham on January 25, 2018 - 9:21AM

Fortune Magazine's panel of business experts compiled this list of most admired companies. Toyota is the second-ranked automotive company, where do you guess Tesla ranks?

I.D. family bumps e-Golf from Volkswagen lineup

By Marc Stern on January 24, 2018 - 8:11PM

Volkswagen plans to phase out the e-Golf as the automaker continues work on its 8th Generation Golf. The reason for the phaseout is VW's new I.D. electric family. The three-model lineup will have a fully electric hatchback, taking the space used the e-Golf. VW execs say there's no need for two hatchbacks in the same segment.

5 Changes Tesla Should Make To Stay Ahead of Byton

By Armen Hareyan on January 24, 2018 - 5:00PM

Recently at CES 2018 the most surprising and impressive unveiling belonged to Byton, a Chinese-based company with offices in Europe and the United States. There are 5 things Byton has that Tesla doesn't have and it would be good if Tesla at least thought about them.

Used Tesla model 3 for Sale at a lower price

Used Model 3 Cars Are For Sale and The Prices Range From 59 to $102K

By Armen Hareyan on January 24, 2018 - 12:31PM

Used Tesla Model 3 cars are already popping up for sale on Autotrader and the prices are dropping. This man got his Model 3 from Tesla and put it up for sale two days later.

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