Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 254)

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.

2019 Subaru Forester, All-new Forester, New York International Auto Show,

Subaru Exec Confirms New Forester Won’t Be Plug-In-Hybrid

By Denis Flierl on March 25, 2018 - 7:23AM

Subaru confirms the all-new 2019 Forester won’t get hybrid power. See what they did say about the new plug-in hybrid coming this year.

Tesla Factory and Production of Model S and Model 3

What prevents Tesla from producing Model 3 vehicles faster and Tesla's response to CNBC

By Armen Hareyan on March 24, 2018 - 8:49PM

The quality of each Tesla Model 3 vehicle is controlled by 500 criteria, but this is only the partial reason Tesla delays Model 3 delivers. From what I see it's out of Tesla's hands.

Tesla Model X after crash fire on highway 101

Video Emerges from Highway 101 Tesla Model X Crash

By Armen Hareyan on March 24, 2018 - 3:33PM

New video emerged from the scene of Friday's fiery Tesla Model X crash. The witnesses first helped to remove the driver from his Model X then shot this video, shared by NBC.

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550e 4-Matic Plug-In-Hybrid, Review

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550e Plug-In-Hybrid Offers Impressive Performance

By Denis Flierl on March 24, 2018 - 1:31PM

If you are looking for a luxury SUV, that’s fuel efficient, but also offers up impressive performance, the GLE 550e is a unique blend of both worlds.

The Real Reason why Elon Musk Removed Tesla and Space X Facebook Pages

By Armen Hareyan on March 24, 2018 - 11:12AM

Space X and Tesla "unsubscribed" from Facebook as Tesla CEO Elon Musk decided to remove Space X and Tesla pages from the most popular social media network: Facebook. But why?

How To Communicate With Your Tesla Model S From Siri

By Armen Hareyan on March 22, 2018 - 8:43PM

Did you know you can communicate with your Tesla Model S (and I assume also with Model X and Model 3) from Siri? Here is how to do that.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, plug-in hybrid, all-electric, EV

New Crosstrek Gets Fitted With Virtual Hardware; Could Be First Subaru EV

By Denis Flierl on March 21, 2018 - 8:33AM

Subaru is developing EV technology with the help of National Instruments. See how they fit Crosstrek with cost-saving virtual technology.

Why Large Electrified Green Luxury Vehicles Like BMW's 740e Make Sense

By John Goreham on March 20, 2018 - 10:44AM

We test the BMW 704e plug-in hybrid electric vehicle and come away with a better understanding of why big green luxury cars are of interest to buyers.

2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid vs. Honda Accord Hybrid - Which Sets the Midsized Hybrid Bar?

By John Goreham on March 19, 2018 - 4:36PM

The all-new 2018 Honda Accord Hybrid and Camry Hybrid have now both entered the market. Which of the two will define the segment?

Do you suppose we’ll have to trim and water these tires, too?

By Marc Stern on March 18, 2018 - 11:12PM

Goodyear demonstrated a rather unique type of tire of the future at Geneva. It is a moss-filled, non-pneumatic tire that not only is capable of creating its own electricity, but also helps to clean the air and talks with other tires, as well.

VW Pressures Tesla with Battery Shock, but Tesla Wins The Lithium Gamble

By Armen Hareyan on March 13, 2018 - 6:39PM

Volkswagen will equip 16 factories to produce electric vehicles by the end of 2022, but imagine how much better off the world would be if VW, BMW, GM, etc had started pushing this 10 years ago. Tesla had to take all the risk up-front and finally others noticed that you can make a good looking electric car people will buy. What do you all think?

Martin Doll's Tesla Model S Taxi in Berlin

How Former Diesel Fan Switched to Tesla Model S and Drives Taxi in Berlin

By Armen Hareyan on March 12, 2018 - 12:13PM

Martin Doll used to blow exhaust fumes in his diesel taxis. Then the Berliner moved to Tesla. With his Model S he shows that electric cars can work as everyday cars, and people like it the way he promotes EV Taxis in Berling.

Tesla CEO: AI more dangerous than nuclear weapons

By Armen Hareyan on March 12, 2018 - 9:27AM

It was a surprise appearance by Tesla boss Musk at the SXSW digital conference in Austin. The billionaire talked about his near bankruptcy and warned against artificial intelligence explaining why AI is more dangerous than the nuclear weapons.

Will Porsche have an electric 911? The short answer is yes

By Marc Stern on March 9, 2018 - 11:16PM

Volkswagen moves toward full electrification as Porsche says it will make plug-in hybrid 911.

Can the 2018 Nissan Leaf handle snow and winter conditions?

Are Electric Vehicles Like the 2018 Nissan Leaf Winter Cars?

By John Goreham on March 8, 2018 - 6:20PM

Can green vehicles hold their own in the snow? We test them and find out.

Tesla job posting accidentally reveals low expectations for future Model Y crossover.

Tesla May Have Accidentally Revealed Its Low-Volume Expectations For Model Y Crossover

By John Goreham on March 8, 2018 - 2:36PM

A job posting for a new position at Tesla hints that the company isn’t expecting to sell very many.

GM's Mary Barra promises more Chevy Bolt EV production.

As Toyota’s Prius Prime and Tesla’s Model 3 Pass Chevy Bolt EV in Sales, GM’s Mary Barra Promises More Production

By John Goreham on March 8, 2018 - 12:25PM

The Chevy Bolt is now in third place in sales for 2018 among compact electric vehicles. Chevy plans to take action.

Tesla Taxi: The Best Way to Use Tesla's Reference Program and Make Money

By Armen Hareyan on March 8, 2018 - 10:27AM

America's 1st Tesla Taxi owner says most of his 23,000 clients now want a Model S.

Model S Driver, Who Drove His Feet Out of the Window, Gets His Ticket Dismissed

By Armen Hareyan on March 7, 2018 - 10:30PM

Grammy-nominated producer DJ Klypso got his ticket dismissed by a judge for driving his Tesla Model S on Autopilot with both of his feet out of the window Klypso says he was able to prove to a judge that Tesla's Autopilot can drive the Model S independently.

Danny Sullivan's Tweet About Model 3 Should Make Tesla Thinking

By Armen Hareyan on March 7, 2018 - 4:56PM

Google's Danny Sullivan recently tweeted about Chevy Bolt's advantage over Tesla Model 3 because the Model 3 doesn't support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. His complaint may be very valid.

The German competitor of the Tesla Model 3 will be called the BMW i4

By Armen Hareyan on March 7, 2018 - 4:01PM

BMW i4 or a Tesla Model 3: BMW's long-awaited i4 will be with us in 2020. A BMW i4 sedan will be one of 12 electric cars the BMW Group will introduce by the end of 2025. The specs and release date of the all-electric BMW i4 is known.

New Lexus UX Urban Compact Crossover Will Replace CT 200h With Two Efficient Drivetrains

By John Goreham on March 6, 2018 - 3:52PM

The all-new Lexus UX has an interesting set of specs, particularly the drivetrain.

Ways GM Can Sell More Chevy Bolts and Help Customers To Get The Most Out of $7,500 Incentive

By Armen Hareyan on March 2, 2018 - 7:50PM

If you are in a market to buy a Tesla Model S, Model 3, Nissan Leaf, Chevy Bot or simply another electric car apparently there is a very good way of taking advantage of the $7,500 tax incentive if you own a 401K. And you dealership's salesman may not even know about it.

2018 Toyota Prius Prime is top-sellig affordable EV in America.

Toyota Prius Prime Is the Top-Selling Affordable EV In America For 2018

By John Goreham on March 1, 2018 - 1:44PM

The pricey Tesla Model 3 sales uptick keeps It ahead of the more affordable Toyota Prius Prime, but not by much.

97.4% of Americans Chose NOT To Drive A Green Car – Which Three States Buck The Trend?

By John Goreham on March 1, 2018 - 10:28AM

A new study shows that only 2.6% of Americans opt to drive a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or battery-electric vehicle. How much higher is it in the three states with the greenest drivers?

Toyota Finds Way To Drop EV Battery Costs; Subaru Customers Benefit

By Denis Flierl on February 27, 2018 - 7:23AM

Subaru is developing a new plug-in hybrid and also coming with all-electric technology. See how they will tap Toyota to lower their EV battery costs.

Why Tesla Model S Owners Switch to Model 3

By Lena Kirakosyan on February 23, 2018 - 1:16PM

Once again, the Tesla cars have sparked a rise in discussion. With the release of the newest model, the Model 3, many people are wondering which of the two cars is better, which is worth the price, which they would get the most use out of, and which one they should end up purchasing.

Tesla Model S vs Model 3, which one to buy

Unable to Decide Between Tesla Model S and Model 3? Here are Some Tips

By Lena Kirakosyan on February 23, 2018 - 12:34PM

The two newest Tesla model vehicles, the Model S and the Model 3, have caused a lot of discussion. Many people are wondering which one is better, which one is of higher quality, and which one is worth the money. Their cars are considered some of the best luxury cars, and are given some of the absolute highest ratings in the industry. Reddit is a popular website for people to give each other advice on which cars are the best, and on which model of the two is worth purchasing.

This Milestone Suggests Production of Model 3 Is Seriously Picking Up

By Armen Hareyan on February 23, 2018 - 7:55AM

There is a little-noticed development at Tesla that suggests the Model 3's production is finally picking up at Tesla's assembly plant.

IIHS Study Shows Backup Auto-Braking Can Save You Thousands In Repairs

By John Goreham on February 22, 2018 - 2:40PM

A new test will become part of the IIHS test protocol. Here’s how this technology can help you.

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