Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 33)

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.

Selling a Used Tesla Cybertruck to CarMax – 25% Depreciation ($76,000) After 3000 Miles and 2 Months

By Tinsae Aregay on February 22, 2024 - 10:23PM

Cybertrucks in the secondary market are currently selling for as high as $300,000. However, the 1st used Cybertruck offered to CarMax for sale has poured cold water on Cybertruck prices. The truck loses 25% of its value in 3000 miles.

Customers Who Can Get Job1 or 2 Mustang Mach-Es Will Find More Value

As Ford Slashes Prices On 2023 Job 1 Mustang Mach-Es Lucky Buyers Gain Much More Value

By Marc Stern on February 22, 2024 - 9:02PM

Ford Adds Considerable Value For Customers Thinking of Purchasing Job 1 2023 Mustang Mach-Es As They Have More Equipment to Offer. The reason is simple purchasing a Job 1 or Job 2 Mustang Mach-E model adds more basic value and features to the package.

Over 100 Cybertrucks Spotted At Giga Texas - Run Rate Per Day Could Be Approaching 100 Cybertrucks

By Jeremy Johnson on February 22, 2024 - 7:02PM

Over 100 Cybertrucks were spotted at Giga Texas today. This is a sign that the daily run rate for Cybertruck production could be approaching 100 Cybertrucks per day.

Tesla Is About To Make a Big Change To Save 40% Power in Sentry Mode

By Armen Hareyan on February 22, 2024 - 11:00AM

Tesla's Sentry Mode will use 40% less power soon, via a software update.

SUVs With the Best Gas Mileage In 2024 And Why Subaru Needs 4 New Hybrids

By Denis Flierl on February 22, 2024 - 7:36AM

Which are the most fuel-efficient new hybrids? Check out the list and see why Subaru needs a Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek hybrid.

Canadian Company Uses Ford Telematics for Conversion

Canadian Firm Uses Ford Telematics and EV Experience To Convert Fleet

By Marc Stern on February 21, 2024 - 8:18PM

As I worked on this piece last night, I found that Ford's Telematics were the key to solving Fize Electrique's EV conversion plan, It has taken 6 years but it has worked.

Tesla Leaks New Epic Features To Be Released Soon - Includes Upgraded Model 3 Performance Tri-Motor "Plaid"

By Jeremy Johnson on February 21, 2024 - 11:22AM

Tesla has leaked new epic features to be released soon. These are fixes for current issues as well as new issues.

New Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, And Other Models Reliability Rating For 2024 Ranked From Best To Worst

By Denis Flierl on February 21, 2024 - 9:48AM

How reliable are Subaru vehicles like the 2024 Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, and other all-wheel-drive models? Here is an updated ranking for the 2024 model year.

Tesla Cybertruck Seen Briefly Serving as a Boat in Extreme Flooding Test – Gets Upto 30mph in “Wade Mode” However, Multiple Components Brake Down

By Tinsae Aregay on February 21, 2024 - 7:17AM

A new video shows a Tesla Cybertruck traversing a small body of water in an extreme flooding test. During the test, the Cybertruck gets up to 30mph in Wade Mode; unfortunately, the challenging test resulted in several truck components breaking down.

5 Settings That Will Make a Huge Difference On How Your Newer Subaru AWD Vehicle Drives

By Denis Flierl on February 21, 2024 - 6:38AM

There are five critical settings you need to know about on your newer Subaru that will make a big difference in how it drives. If you drive a Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, or another all-wheel-drive Subaru model, you'll find my report helpful.

Tesla FSD 12.2.1 Executes "Butter Smooth" U-Turn With No Margin For Error And No Intervention

By Jeremy Johnson on February 20, 2024 - 11:19PM

Tesla's FSD 12.2.1 just executed a U Turn, something I've never seen FSD do, and there was no margin for error here. The driver did not intervene in any way with this turn.

Ford Slashes Pricing To Stay Competitive

Ford Slashes Pricing On Its Mustang Mach-E To Compete With Tesla, Cut Inventory

By Marc Stern on February 20, 2024 - 8:07PM

The Blue Oval has cut the pricing on the Mustang Mach-E to not only make the line more competitive but also to move the crossover off dealer lots.

Consumer Reports Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs

By Timothy Boyer on February 20, 2024 - 6:55PM

Consumer Reports latest listing of fuel-efficient small and midsized SUV model recommendations that can save you money without sacrificing the utility consumers want in today’s SUV.

A Tesla Cybertruck Covered in Over a Foot of Snow Shows Why the Truck’s Design Makes it a Breeze to Clean Ice off the Cybertruck

By Tinsae Aregay on February 20, 2024 - 9:13AM

A lot has been said about the Cybertruck’s design; however, footage of a Cybertruck covered in over a foot of snow shows why the truck’s unconventional design makes it super easy to clean ice off the Cybertruck.

Introducing Tesla's New S.3.X.Y and Now C - Vehicle Lineup: And, There's More To Come

By Jeremy Johnson on February 19, 2024 - 9:34PM

Tesla has a new vehicle lineup that has grown from its S.3.X.Y. vehicle lineup by adding a C. These vehicles make up Tesla's all-electric vehicle lineup.

Owning a 2022 Tesla Model 3 RWD For 18 Months: Range Loss, Repairs, Fuel Cost, and More!

By Jeremy Johnson on February 18, 2024 - 8:52PM

I've owned my 2022 Tesla Model 3 RWD for 18 months. Here's how much range it has lost, what repairs I've had to do, and how much I've spent on fuel!

Ford Subsidiary Expands Charging Capability

Slowly But Surely Electrify America Begins To Expand Its Charging Options

By Marc Stern on February 18, 2024 - 7:31PM

For years, EA, a subsidiary of Ford, had taken a “below the radar” go-slow approach to expanding its charging options. Now, EA has begun to get bolder.

Ford Maverick Tremor Tears Through A Rough Patch

Though Pricing Is Falling, the Maverick Is Still Running At Over MSRP

By Marc Stern on February 17, 2024 - 9:08PM

One thing that anyone in the market for a Ford Maverick is likely to find is that the super-popular compact pickup is still running at well over MSRP.

Tesla FSD - "Police Edition" - What a Police Car With a Customized FSD Would Have To Make It Easy to Catch Speeders and Traffic Violators

By Jeremy Johnson on February 17, 2024 - 3:10PM

If Tesla offered a "police edition" of its FSD software, these are some features it would have that would make it very easy to catch speeders and those violating the law.

Image of 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Powerbox by John Goreham

Jeep Wrangler 4xe Powerbox Lets You Run Your Home Heating During a Power Outage

By John Goreham on February 17, 2024 - 1:27PM

The 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe has a nifty solution to power outages. Its standard Powerbox can provide 115-volt power to run your oil or gas furnace and much more. Here’s how it works, including an accompanying video.

Blue Ford Mustang Mach-E electric crossover

If Demand For Ford's EVs Is Truly Shrinking, Ford Needs To Understand Why

By Justin Hart on February 17, 2024 - 2:38AM

Ford’s best selling electric vehicle (EV) right now is the Mustang Mach-E, yet Ford is struggling to move them. I interviewed a brand new Mach-E Owner who purchased one as her first ever EV. Her story may shed light on why Ford is struggling.

Mystery Tesla Vehicle At Giga Berlin - Opinions Vary On What It Is and the Debate Rages On

By Jeremy Johnson on February 16, 2024 - 5:33PM

There is a smaller vehicle next to a Model Y at Giga Berlin, and there's a debate going on trying to determine what this is exactly.

CR’s 10 Most Reliable Fuel-Stingy Used Compact SUVs And Subaru’s 3 Winning Picks

By Denis Flierl on February 16, 2024 - 6:18AM

Which are the best compact SUVs for used car shoppers? Check out the top ten and why Subaru's three models are your best picks this winter.

Image of dealership courtesy of Vinfast.

If You Like EVs, Keep an Eye On TOGG and Vinfast In 2024

By John Goreham on February 15, 2024 - 5:00PM

Flashy six-figure cars and trucks get a lot of attention, but very quietly, two EV companies, like TOGG and Vinfast, are starting to emerge from the shadows.

Independent Recreation of Tesla’s Infamous Cybertruck vs Porsche 911 Drag Race Reveals Interesting Results

By Tinsae Aregay on February 15, 2024 - 4:33PM

During the Cybertruck delivery event, Tesla showed the all-electric truck out racing a Porsche 911 while towing a Porsche 911. Recently, Tesla’s demonstration video has come into question, and now a new video independently recreates the drag race.

Ford Mustang Model Offered For Some Buyers

Sometimes the best-meaning EV advice comes out as a bit expensive

By Marc Stern on February 14, 2024 - 9:45PM

This is why we will be taking close looks at EVs for seniors soon.

Tesla Model 3 Long Range Is A Hit: Delivery Dates Keep Getting Pushed Back and Price RAISED Again

By Jeremy Johnson on February 14, 2024 - 7:59AM

The new Tesla Model 3 Long Range is a hit and this is seen with its delivery dates that keep getting pushed back further and further.

Strange Video Shows Cybertruck Driving On The Freeway With a TV On Back, Playing Some Kind Of Video: What Is It?

By Jeremy Johnson on February 13, 2024 - 9:56PM

In a strange video released on X, there is a Cybertruck seen driving on the freeway with a TV on the back of it. What is this TV for and what video is playing?

Norwegian Driver Picks The Lightning -- First One

It was a case of love at It Was Love At First Sight For Norway’s First F-150 Lightning Owner

By Marc Stern on February 13, 2024 - 9:27PM

It was a case of love at first sight for Norway’s First Lightning Owner. Who Could Blame Him?

Tesla Prices In Freefall but Toyota Buyers Willing To Pay a Bit More This Year

By John Goreham on February 13, 2024 - 4:35PM

We compare and contrast the prices of two important green vehicle manufacturers. One who is resorting to drastic price cuts and one who is enjoying higher average prices.

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