Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 42)

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.

One of The 1st Cybertruck Owners Gives and Overview of the Famous Gigawiper

One of The 1st Cybertruck Owners Gives an Overview of the Famous Gigawiper

By Armen Hareyan on January 3, 2024 - 12:59PM

One of the first Tesla Cybertruck owners, Ben, posted his short review of the Cybertruck's famous Gigawiper. He then commented and said in hard rain conditions it worked better than in the Tesla Model X.

CCS Charging Is a No-Go With the Cybertruck: Why CCS Is a Dying Technology

By Jeremy Johnson on January 3, 2024 - 9:16AM

A CCS charger was used to try and charge a Tesla Cybertruck, however, it wasn't able to work. This is further evidence of the dying technology of CCS.

Someone Is Dropping the Ball on the $7,500 U.S. Point of Sale EV Tax Credit. What Is Going On?

By Jeremy Johnson on January 3, 2024 - 8:30AM

Multiple people are stating that they are not yet getting the point of sale EV tax credit this year. Who is dropping the ball here, and how long is it going to take?

Tesla Inching Closer To Autonomy With "Next-Leve" FSD Version 12, According to Elon Musk

Tesla Inching Closer To Autonomy With "Next-Level" FSD Version 12, According to Elon Musk

By Jeremy Johnson on January 3, 2024 - 8:09AM

Elon Musk stated that FSD version 12 is next-level. This is the version of FSD that uses only neural nets. Let's take a look at this and see why he would say that.

Consumer Reports Recommended Hybrids Under $35,000

Best Hybrid Cars Under $35,000 Consumer Reports Update for the New Year

By Timothy Boyer on January 3, 2024 - 7:42AM

Here’s the latest update toward choosing a great Hybrid car that is both fuel-efficient and reliable with Consumer Reports new listing of the best hybrid sedans that cost less than $35,000.

The Discontinued Subaru Model You Won’t Miss In 2024

By Denis Flierl on January 3, 2024 - 7:29AM

Subaru discontinued the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid. Here is why you won't miss it in 2024.

The Cybertruck Officially Becomes Most American-Made Truck With 90% of Parts Produced in North America, Ford F-150 Only 30%

By Tinsae Aregay on January 3, 2024 - 6:42AM

According to the vehicle’s Monroney sticker, the Tesla Cybertruck has officially become the most American-made truck. The Cybertruck has 90% of its parts produced in North America as opposed to Ford F-150 which only has 30% US/Canda made parts.

Tesla Cybertruck "Giga Wiper" Is An Engineering Marvel In And Of Itself

By Jeremy Johnson on January 2, 2024 - 9:09PM

The Tesla Cybertruck has a giant single blade windshield wiper. It covers most of the windshield and is a unique marvel of engineering.

The Hidden Environmental and Economic Costs of Electric Vehicles

By Peter Neilson on January 2, 2024 - 8:38PM

Unveiling the untold story of EV battery replacement costs, environmental toll, and the uncertain future of used batteries. A deep dive into the world of EVs.

AI rendering of Toyota Prius getting worked on with hybrid battery

The Consequences of a Toyota Hybrid Battery (or others) Failing

By Peter Neilson on January 2, 2024 - 1:08PM

Will it leave you stranded, and how much does a lifeline cost?

Tesla Cybertruck Seen Off-Roading On 3 Wheels On Steep Terrain On a Hard Line in Arizona: Is There Any Terrain It Can't Handle?

Tesla Cybertruck Seen Off-Roading On Steep Terrain On a Hard Line in Arizona: Is There Any Terrain It Can't Handle?

By Jeremy Johnson on January 2, 2024 - 11:02AM

The Cybertruck was seen off-roading in Arizona in some really difficult terrain and it handled it like a champion. Here's what happened.

Bizarre Reason Caused Tesla Ship Carrying 6,000 Vehicles To Be Turned Back From Australian Port Last Quarter

By Jeremy Johnson on January 2, 2024 - 10:35AM

A Tesla ship carrying around 6,000 vehicles was turned back last quarter, and the reason is quite bizarre.

Tesla Delivers 484,507 Vehicles In Record Breaking Quarter: 490,000 Could Have Happened Were a Ship Not Turned Back From Shanghai To Australia

By Jeremy Johnson on January 2, 2024 - 10:04AM

Tesla has had yet another record-breaking quarter, Q4 2024, with 484,507 deliveries. This could have been 490,000, had there not been a ship from Shanghai to Australia turned back due to a stink bug infestation.

The New Imagined Subaru STI EV You Want This Year

By Denis Flierl on January 2, 2024 - 8:16AM

A new electric Subaru WRX STI is coming, but when? Here is a rendering of a new STI EV that will make performance enthusiasts want to start dreaming again.

Elon Musk: "We Poured Our Heart and Soul Into That Truck" In Reference to Attention the Cybertruck Is Getting - Even More Than a Bugatti

By Jeremy Johnson on January 1, 2024 - 3:33PM

Elon Musk has stated that we have poured our heart and soul into that truck, in reference to the Tesla Cybertruck bringing joy to many and getting a ton of attention - even more than a Bugatti.

These Tesla Vehicles Get an Instant $7,500 Rebate Off the Purchase Price: There Are Two That Don't

By Jeremy Johnson on January 1, 2024 - 2:20PM

You can get an instant $7,500 tax credit on these Tesla vehicles in 2024. However, there are two vehicles that don't get this rebate.

Tesla Employee Confirms That Optimus Humanoid Robot Will Join the Tesla Assembly Line

By Jeremy Johnson on January 1, 2024 - 2:11PM

A Tesla employee working on the Tesla Bot (Optimus) just confirmed that the Tesla Bot will eventually join the Tesla assembly line in manufacturing.

The Top 10 Things Every Subaru Customer Needs To Know

By Denis Flierl on January 1, 2024 - 6:06AM

To start the new year, here are my top ten picks for Subaru owners and what you should know.

The Tesla Cybertruck Should Be Selling For Far More Than $120,000: What The Price Should Be

By Jeremy Johnson on December 31, 2023 - 11:27PM

The most expensive Tesla Cybertruck, the Cyberbeast Foundation Series, is selling for $120,000 right now. However, it should be selling for a lot more - here's how much.

A Heated Debate On Predicting Tesla's 2024 Deliveries Is Going On - Who Is Right?

Heated Debate Rages On Trying To Predict Tesla's 2024 Deliveries - Who Is Right?

By Jeremy Johnson on December 31, 2023 - 9:33PM

There is a heated debate going on when it comes to Tesla's 2024 deliveries with Troy Teslike, Meet Kevin, and Gary Black. Let's see who is right.

Tesla Cybertruck Wrap Wars Continue - This Time With Stunning Chrome Black Matte

By Jeremy Johnson on December 31, 2023 - 2:19PM

Cybertruck wraps continue to be shown, with each one progressively getting more unique and interesting. In the latest Cybertruck wrap wars, we have a chrome black matte Cybertruck.

10 Advantages of Tesla Vision That Make It Superior To Ultra Sonic Sensors

By Jeremy Johnson on December 31, 2023 - 11:56AM

Tesla vision is superior to ultrasonic sensors, and we have 10 reasons why.

Tesla Cybertrucks Are Going for $1,000 Per Day To Rent On Turo: What Are People Doing With them?

By Jeremy Johnson on December 30, 2023 - 11:36PM

Tesla Cybertrucks are renting for $1,000 per day on Turo. That's a hefty price to pay to use the Cybertruck for a single day.

Stunning View Of Tesla Cybertruck In Complete Gloss Black Wrap: Shines In a Unique Way

By Jeremy Johnson on December 30, 2023 - 10:39PM

There is a video of a Tesla Cybertruck, wrapped in a gloss black wrap, in full view. It looks stunning and has a unique shine to it.

I Traded In My 3-Year Old Model Y, But The New Owner Will Be Disappointed

By Armen Hareyan on December 30, 2023 - 10:29PM

Today I saw an interesting comment under one of our Torque News articles about the used EVs and PHEVs, in which he says he recently traded in his 3-year old 55,000 mile Model Y but feels the new owner will be disappointed with the range degradation.

The Tesla Model Y Is the best selling - Only the Tesla Compact Will Dethrone It

The Tesla Model Y Is The Best Selling Car - Only the Tesla Compact Will Dethrone It

By Jeremy Johnson on December 30, 2023 - 7:09PM

The Tesla Model Y is an incredible vehicle and is the bestseller in the world this year. It will also be the bestseller in the world for years to come. It will take the Tesla compact car to dethrone it.

Tesla Easter Egg Gives Nod To Cybertruck Broken Glass From Steel Ball As Tapping the Cybertruck Display a Few Times Causes It To "Crack"

By Jeremy Johnson on December 30, 2023 - 5:52PM

Tesla has given nod to the original Cybertruck reveal event where a steel ball was thrown against the Cybertruck glass that broke it. Tapping the Cybertruck display a few times will cause the display to "crack".

Numerous Close Calls Show How Tesla Vehicles Save Lives: Active Safety Features In Action

By Jeremy Johnson on December 30, 2023 - 5:33PM

There are a number of close calls in a video here that show how Tesla vehicles help save lives. Tesla's active safety features are live in action.

If I Were Able To Sit Down With Elon Musk and Ask Him 10 Questions, This Is What They Would Be: What I Think His Answers Would Be

By Jeremy Johnson on December 30, 2023 - 11:47AM

If I had the chance to sit down with Elon Musk and talk, I'd ask him these 10 questions. Here's what I think his responses to these questions would be.

Elon Musk To Do a Company Talk for SpaceX and Tesla Soon: What He Will Share

By Jeremy Johnson on December 30, 2023 - 11:29AM

Elon Musk is going to do a company talk about SpaceX and Tesla as soon as next week for SpaceX and after Tesla files their 10-K for the fiscal year, 2023. These will be publicly posted to SpaceX and Tesla on X and should take place soon.

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