Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 252)

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.

VW logo to help drive automaker’s electric vehicle rollout

By Marc Stern on April 20, 2018 - 11:04PM

For the first time in six years, Volkswagen is making changes in its venerable logo. Well-known, the logo is undergoing changes to make it more usable with digital media and devices like smartphones.

Scorecard for Electric Car Advertising

By John Falk on April 20, 2018 - 12:21PM

If you have been watching TV lately you have probably been noticing advertising for electric cars. Nissan, Hyundai and Honda are the main three EV makers that seem to be running EV ads regularly. They all have varying degrees of success at demonstrating what these cars can do.

The Tesla Revolution - Man versus Machine

By Edward Brinson on April 19, 2018 - 3:11PM

"I Tesla" - The automaker’s visionary push to control the future of the autonomous automotive industry - from cars like the Model 3 to Commercial Trucking and beyond as well as various robotic industry applications.

GM Should Advertise Chevy Volt: Here's My Sample

By John Falk on April 19, 2018 - 11:58AM

Chevrolet has been building The Chevy Volt since 2011. It is now in its 8th year of production and in the 2nd generation. With the competition in the electric car arena fierce, I am puzzled as to why GM does not advertise the best kept secret in electric car technology.

U.S. News ranks hybrids. How did Toyota do?

U.S. News Picks Best Hybrids - How Did Toyota Prius Stack Up?

By John Goreham on April 19, 2018 - 10:59AM

U.S. News & World Report Autos picked its favorite hybrids in every category. Here's how Toyota Prius made out.

2020 Tesla Roadster Spied on Race Track With Whopping Acceleration

By Armen Hareyan on April 18, 2018 - 6:13PM

New video emerges showing the 2020 Tesla Roadster in Fremont CA doing a 0-60 mph on a Race Track with a whopping acceleration.

The Benefits of Chevy Volt in Winter and Snow Storm

By Armen Hareyan on April 17, 2018 - 6:30PM

You are in a snow storm with your Chevy Volt. Traffic is stopped. Radio says 24 hours till you can move. With a full tank of gas in the Volt, you will have about 35 hours of heat that will be automatic.

Man's Tesla Model S is Damaged Twice: At Delivery and at Repair Facility

By Armen Hareyan on April 17, 2018 - 5:02PM

At Tesla Model S Owners Club on Facebook one owner told his story of how two times different Tesla dealerships damaged his Model S. What would you do?

Toyota Prius Prime vs Chevy Volt: Here is the verdict

By Armen Hareyan on April 17, 2018 - 12:49PM

Chevy Volt owners compare their Volts with Toyota Prius Prime and share their experiences with both cars explaining why they prefer the one from the other.

How to Make Your Cell Phone Fit in the Tesla Model 3

By Nick Puschak on April 16, 2018 - 12:11PM

Do you know why your smartphone doesn't fit in your Tesla Model 3? Here is a little video presentation on how to fit your cell phone in your Model 3.

Chevy Bolt in front of Chevrolet Dealership 1200x900

Two Things We Know About The Next Generation Chevy Bolt EV

By Armen Hareyan on April 13, 2018 - 5:25PM

Chevy will not redesign the Bolt EV for another seven years.

Musk on Model 3: "I am definitely under stress... I need to discover how to do better"

By Armen Hareyan on April 13, 2018 - 2:56PM

Elon Musk is sleeping on the floor of his Tesla factory - literally. At one point Musk tried sleeping on a couch in one of the production facility conference rooms, but he told the CBS This Morning co-host Gayle King that the couch was too narrow, so he ended up sleeping on the floor.

Tesla can't play nice with others. Add NTSB to the list.

Tesla & Musk Add the NTSB To the Long List Of Groups They Can't Play Nice With

By John Goreham on April 13, 2018 - 2:33PM

Tesla and Elon Musk can't play nice with others. We run down the list and add the NTSB to the running tally.

Elon Musk Tells on Twitter When Tesla Will Be Profitable

By Armen Hareyan on April 13, 2018 - 9:56AM

Tesla CEO Elon Musk made a revealing tweet this morning explaining when Tesla will be profitable and why it doesn't need to raise cash. Apparently, the Model 3 will make Tesla cash flow positive by the third quarter of 2018.

Tesla Model Y Will Have a More Advanced Computer Than The Current Autopilot

By Armen Hareyan on April 12, 2018 - 10:05PM

Tesla has delivery problems with the Model 3, problems with the semi-autonomous cars and if they falter more, they will have even more issues. The quirky automotive company that gets more press than any, will start manufacturing another vehicle. According to news reports, the production of Tesla's Y model is planned to begin in November 2019 at the company's plant in Fremont, California. For now Tesla will only let you see a very dark teaser photo of the vehicle.

Tesla's Response After NTSB Removed It From Model X Crash Investigation

By Armen Hareyan on April 12, 2018 - 5:15PM

Today the National Transportation Safety Board announced that it removed Tesla as a party to the NTSB’s investigation of the March 23 fatal crash of a 2017 Tesla Model X near Mountain View, California. Tesla responded saying it will issue a Freedom of Information Act request and says it chose to withdraw from the investigation.

California Toyota dealer accuses Toyota of selling unsafe Prius cars.

California Prius Dealer Accuses Toyota of Fraud Over Prius Safety - Sues for $100 Million

By John Goreham on April 12, 2018 - 4:09PM

A California dealer says that Toyota Prius cars from 2010 through 2015 are unsafe, won't sell them, and sues Toyota for $100,000,000.

He rented a Tesla Model 3 for a 250 mile test drive and wanted to share his experience with you

By Armen Hareyan on April 11, 2018 - 8:37AM

A man who made preordered his Tesla Model 3 on day one, rents one through Turo and does a 250 mile test drive to see if he wants to complete his order. Here is his review of the Tesla Model 3 in which he details his surprises and disappointments.

Buick Should Bring Velite 6 and Enspire EVs to the US Market

By Armen Hareyan on April 10, 2018 - 5:16PM

Torque News readers may know that Buick's Velite 6 electric vehicle and the concept electric SUV Enspire designed by GM Pan-asia centre are headed to the Beijing Internaltional Auto Show with the release date of April 25. US EV owners say GM should bring them to the United States too.

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The Difference Between The Hybrid EV, Extended Range EV and Fully Electric EV

By John McIntyre on April 10, 2018 - 1:15PM

Let's remove the riddle of EV cars and help people to select between different types of EVs such as the Hybrid EV, Extended Range EV and the Fully Electric EV.

The Moment When You Watch Your Tesla Model S Stolen in Front of Your Eyes

How Thieves Can Steal Your Tesla Model S in 10 Seconds - Shown in a Video

By Armen Hareyan on April 10, 2018 - 10:36AM

Tesla Model S, Model 3 and Model X owners as well other EV owners should always be alert and careful because, as is shown in this video, thieves can steal your Tesla in 10 seconds even if you are 10 feet away.

2 Things We Know About The Timing of Dual-Motor Model 3 and White Seats

By Armen Hareyan on April 9, 2018 - 8:07PM

It turns out that Tesla will release the all-wheel drive, dual-motor performance version of its most affordable model when certain conditions are met. Here are two things we know about the timing of the dual-motor Model 3.

Man Invests in Tesla on Model 3 Reservation Day and Will Configure It Using The Profit

By Armen Hareyan on April 9, 2018 - 6:58PM

One Tesla Model 3 owner has an interesting story. He wrote that he already received his Model 3 configuration invite and will be configuring his Model 3 and paying for all upgrades exclusively using profits from a $35k investment in TSLA on reservation day.

How Far Will the New 40 kWh Nissan Leaf Drive as it Ages? Projections Revealed

By Erin Yurday on April 9, 2018 - 12:30PM

A new study estimates how far the new 2018 Nissan Leaf will drive as it gets older. See if the projected ranges are enough for you.

Which Hyundai Ioniq green car do you think we liked best?

Hyundai Ioniq Test- Which Did We Like Best: EV, Plug-In, or Hybrid

By John Goreham on April 9, 2018 - 11:48AM

We tested all three Hyundai Ioniq green cars for a week. Which do you think we liked driving the most, the EV, the Plug-in Hybrid, or the Hybrid?

NTSB predicted most recent Autopilot crash.

NTSB Report Eerily Predicts Tesla Model X Autopilot Fatality 6 Months In Advance

By John Goreham on April 9, 2018 - 9:59AM

Six months before the latest accident that took an occupant’s life, a report by the National Transportation Safety Board clearly listed the reasons why Autopilot is unsafe.

Chevy Volt vs Nissan Leaf: When You Should Keep Your Volt

By Armen Hareyan on April 8, 2018 - 8:55AM

In recent weeks we have heard numerous reports of people speaking to the media explaining why they traded their Chevy Bolt for a Tesla. However, there are a number of Chevy Volt owners who simply want to go all-electric, but with less expensive options. Their comparison is between the Volt, Nissan Leaf and Chevy Bolt. Yet, there are situations in which keeping the Volt is a better choice for them.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Gene Munster on Model 3 Production

Tesla Took 2 Important Steps Forward This Week and This Is When It Will Emerge as a Brilliant Car Company

By Armen Hareyan on April 7, 2018 - 10:58AM

Tesla took two important steps forward this week. . Let’s provide a little more detail on these.

Model 3 Reservation Holders Excitingly Report a New Wave of Invitations from Tesla

By Armen Hareyan on April 6, 2018 - 7:06PM

It looks like a new wave of Tesla Model 3 invitations has begun for many reservation holders as a number of them excitingly report receiving a configuration option.

The best Model 3 audio settings for overall best sound quality

By Armen Hareyan on April 6, 2018 - 12:09PM

What counts as the best audio settings for Tesla Model 3 is subjective because is depends on the type of music you listen to. If you search the web, you will find very little on the subject. So, let's see what Tesla owners say are the best audio settings for the Model 3.

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