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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews

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.

By John Goreham on October 9, 2024 - 11:55AM
A new study looking at barriers slowing EV adoption accidentally determines that EV drivers have a larger carbon footprint than those who drive ICEVs. Oopsie.
By John Goreham on October 9, 2024 - 9:37AM
Both battery-electric and conventional vehicle owners think they have the best vehicle when the power is out, or an evacuation takes place. They are both wrong. Here’s why PHEVs are the best bug-out vehicles one can buy in 2025.
By Jeremy Johnson on October 9, 2024 - 2:23AM
Tesla is about to reveal its new robotaxi vehicle at its autonomy event on 10/10. The time is nearly here to see the future of autonomous vehicles.
By Rob Enderle on October 8, 2024 - 9:05PM
With the increase of major storms connected to climate change EVs have some significant advantages due to their fuel source, the nature of EV technology, and relative high weight.
By Rob Enderle on October 8, 2024 - 7:53PM
The Financial Times reports that the BEV battery industry is pivoting hard in competition with China to create far better batteries. These batteries would have both greater capacity and faster charging, but consumers would rather just have longer range.
By Rob Enderle on October 8, 2024 - 6:18PM
The recently announced Ford Power Promise partially closes the gap with Tesla because Tesla has dramatically reduced its user support. However, Ford will underperform its potential without more powerful and better-executed marketing.
By Rob Enderle on October 8, 2024 - 4:07PM
Uber is stepping up and using Generative AI to turn their drivers into Battery Electric Vehicle advocates. This should not only accelerate Uber’s green efforts but also, through advocacy, the world’s move away from fossil fuels.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 8, 2024 - 10:57AM
GEICO says, “Because of potential challenges with parts availability for repair shops, some Cybertyruck owners may have received notices stating that their insurance would not be renewed for this vehicle.” Read GEICO's full response below.
By Denis Flierl on October 8, 2024 - 9:02AM
The Subaru Ascent sales have been on a downward trend, but last month, something unexpected happened. The Ascent's sales performance took a surprising turn, breaking a fourteen-month streak.
By Denis Flierl on October 8, 2024 - 6:18AM
The all-new 2025 Subaru Forester hybrid is launching in the UK. There is a significant reason U.S. customers don't want this new Forester compact SUV hybrid trim level heading to Europe. 
By Jeremy Johnson on October 8, 2024 - 12:26AM
This Tesla Uber driver shared a drastic difference between the cost of Tesla insurance, and State Farm insurance. The difference was a staggering 77% cheaper Tesla insurance.
By Mary Conway on October 7, 2024 - 9:26PM
Chevrolet increases some truck prices and admits that range anxiety is still a huge issue with EVs.
By Rob Enderle on October 7, 2024 - 8:21PM
Stellantis is in financial distress and Leapmotor needs a partner to move out of China, if they can work through the Chinese Tariff issues, the partnership between the two companies could be impressively powerful.
By Rob Enderle on October 7, 2024 - 7:22PM
Geico is apparently canceling consumer auto insurance for the Tesla Cybertruck and replacing it with commercial insurance due to the unique nature and costs associated with owning this unique vehicle.
By John Goreham on October 7, 2024 - 2:51PM
An interesting fact is that if current trends continue, the electric Ford Mustang Mach-E will “outsell” the gas Ford Mustang in 2024. So, who owns the name?
By John Goreham on October 7, 2024 - 11:23AM
The U.S. vehicle market now includes every type of electrified powertrain option for those who wish to buy a minivan. Here is our rundown of the prices and EPA efficiency numbers for these four modern marvel minivans. 
By Denis Flierl on October 7, 2024 - 6:31AM
Subaru will launch an all-new 3-Row battery-electric SUV for customers, built in the U.S., but it's now been delayed. I'll explain why it's been held up and when it will be available for customers.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 6, 2024 - 9:28AM
GEICO, the second-largest vehicle insurance underwriter in the US, has decided it will no longer cover Tesla Cybertrucks. The company is terminating current Cybertruck policies and says the truck “doesn’t meet our underwriting guidelines.”
By Jeremy Johnson on October 6, 2024 - 1:17AM
Tesla is going to reveal their robotaxi vehicle soon. This vehicle will address some major problems in the market of ride-sharing - particularly expensive cost and slowness of arrival.
By Jeremy Johnson on October 5, 2024 - 10:55PM
The future of EVs will be greatly influenced with Donald Trump and Elon Musk working together. Here's what the future bodes for EVs with these two working together.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 5, 2024 - 10:37AM
A Cybertruck owner still professes his love for the all-electric despite Tesla failing to fix his Cybertruck on eight separate service visits. Having said that, the owner has decided to let out his frustration after the latest failed service visit.
By Denis Flierl on October 5, 2024 - 6:25AM
The Forester has been the best-selling model for Subaru of America, but things have changed. The next-generation Forester is showing a decrease in demand. Did Subaru price the Forester too high? I'll explore what's going on with the new Forester now.
By Denis Flierl on October 4, 2024 - 9:06AM
The Subaru Outback is due for remodeling, and before it arrives, it falls behind. The Outback can't compete with a much smaller SUV, the Crosstrek, now America's hottest model. See what the Outback needs to stay up with its smaller brother.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 4, 2024 - 5:03AM
The non-Foundation Series Tesla Cybertruck is available starting at $79,900. Interestingly, it has 5% less range, several stripped-out features, and does not qualify for the $7,500 tax credit. However, Tesla is honoring the 2019 FSD reservation price.
By Rob Enderle on October 3, 2024 - 8:23PM
Tesla’s Robotaxi Launch will be the beginning of the end for personal car ownership. While this won’t happen overnight, once we have the equivalent of horizontal elevators only the rich are likely to continue to own cars, and maybe not even them.
By Rob Enderle on October 3, 2024 - 7:38PM
Ionna addresses one of the significant shortcomings of EV vehicles, public charging, by building charging stations with amenities similar to those of gas stations. This could be a massive game-changer for EVs.
By Rob Enderle on October 3, 2024 - 6:44PM
The head of Mercedes AMG group is partially right that performance car buyers are interested in tech and that there are reasons they should prefer EVs. But, without focused marketing, it is doubtful they’ll pivot to EVs as quickly as they otherwise might.
By Rob Enderle on October 3, 2024 - 5:54PM
The World Economic Forum has identified 5 things that they think would improve EV sales and help stop global climate change. However, some aren’t yet financially viable, and the ones they didn’t list are just as important.
By Rob Enderle on October 3, 2024 - 5:07PM
EV battery prices have dropped 90%, giving Chinese carmakers an additional massive cost advantage on top of the labor cost and government investment advantages they already enjoy. Tariffs won’t protect existing car makers, who may mostly fail.
By Rob Enderle on October 3, 2024 - 4:21PM
BYD cars in Australia are capturing audio, however as we continue to deploy AI tools, more and more of our Smartphones and other devices will be doing the same. Perhaps it is time to moderate our behavior because we are almost always on-stage.