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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.

2025 Dodge Charger Daytona
Stellantis Cries Uncle and Finally Joins the Tesla Charging Network, So You Will be Able to Charge Your Dodge Charger Daytona or Jeep Wrangler 4xe with Less Hassle
By Mary Conway on
Much like the old dispute between VHS and Beta, automakers were forced to pursue different charging networks. Now, Jeep, Dodge and Chrysler vehicles will be able to use Tesla chargers.
A black Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV, likely a 2022 model, is shown being loaded onto a tow truck from its front three-quarter angle on a snowy residential street.
A 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Owner Says His Car Now Won’t Move Due to a “Parking Brake Fault,” Capping Off a Year Where BlueCruise Updates Broke Modules, Door Actuators Failed, and One Passenger Was “Unable to Exit the Vehicle”
By Noah Washington on
After a year of relentless malfunctions, one 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E is finally defeated, stuck in the driveway with a "Parking Brake Fault."
My 2025 Rivian R1S Was Making Clunking and Wind Noise, but Service Said They Would Only Fix Repeatable Issues During Their Own Test Drive
My 2025 Rivian R1S Was Making Clunking and Wind Noise, but Service Said They Would Only Fix Repeatable Issues During Their Own Test Drive
By Narek Hareyan on
My 2025 Rivian R1S started making clunking and wind noises that mysteriously vanished during the service test drive, and what happened next revealed something every EV owner needs to hear.
Nicholas' Mom's white 2024 Chevy Blazer EV shown from a front three-quarter angle in what appears to be a garage setting.
My Mom Was Very Much Against EVs Until I Bought Her a 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV for 60% Off MSRP, and Now 1,000 Miles Later She Cannot Stop Talking About How Much She Loves It
By Aram Krajekian on
The Chevrolet Blazer EV is proving something unexpected this year as even the strongest EV skeptics are changing their minds the moment they live with one in real world daily driving.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “My 19-Year-Old Was Driving The Truck When An Emergency Vehicle Approached Us; However, Before I Could Tell Him To Pull Over, The Vehicle Did It On Its Own”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares an impressive maneuver the truck performed during a recent road trip. He says his son was behind the wheel when a fire truck approached; however, the Cybertruck pulled over on its own to let the fire truck pass.
Tesla Cybertruck, Model S, 3, X, Y
Tesla’s New Patent Promises a Significantly Lower Production Cost For the 4680 Battery Cells, Which Power the Cybertruck & Tesla Model Y
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla has filed a patent aimed at solving one of the biggest challenges to mass-producing 4680 cells at a lower cost. These batteries power the Cybertruck and Tesla Model Y, and the breakthrough could lower vehicle prices.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says a Sheet Of Metal Fell Out Of a Truck In Front Of Him On the Highway & Hit His Cybertruck – He Adds, “Because Of The Stainless Steel & Shatter-Resistant Glass, The Damage Was Minimal”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he’s thankful to be driving a Cybertruck after an incident on the highway. He shares that a 2’x2’ piece of metal flew off a vehicle in front of him & made direct contact, but thanks to the Cybertruck’s build, the damage was minor.
2021 Tesla Model 3
My 2021 Model 3 Battery Failed Out Of Warranty, and Tesla Quoted $17K, I Found an EV Shop That Did It For $8K, I’m Not Going Back To Tesla For Anything
By Denis Flierl on
Tesla quoted $17k for a battery replacement, but this Model 3 owner found a better way. See how he saved nearly $10k at an independent EV shop. "I'm definitely not going back." Here is the money-saving solution for out-of-warranty repairs.
Tesla Cybertruck cabin
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner & Engineer At One Of Elon Musk’s Companies Says He Fell Asleep Driving After a 36 Hour Work Shift – He Adds, “FSD Came In Clutch”
By Tinsae Aregay on
An AI researcher at Elon Musk’s company describes how Tesla’s full self-driving software saved his life after he dozed off while driving his Cybertruck after a 36-hour shift. Tesla supporters praised FSD, but some viewed the action as reckless.
A white 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning pickup truck, likely a recent model year, is shown from the rear quarter view while connected to a dark-colored dual-axle trailer loaded with construction debris.
A 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Owner Says He Hauled 83,000 Pounds of Gravel and Towed an 11,000-Pound Trailer for 160-Mile Runs, While Critics Still Tell Him “You Can’t Tow Anything With It”
By Noah Washington on
A Ford F-150 Lightning owner's work pickup is handling 14,000-pound loaded trailers on 160-mile round trips without complaint.
The UK's Electric Future
The Tipping Point: Why Electric Vehicles Are Now Selling Faster Than Gas Cars in the UK
By Rob Enderle on
The UK automotive market has reached a tipping point where used electric vehicles are selling faster than petrol equivalents. Driven by falling prices, government mandates like the 2030 ban, and superior running costs, the transition to an EV future.
Tesla Self-Driving Changing The World
Tesla FSD v14.2: The "Alive" Update That Could Kill Car Ownership
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla FSD v14.2 brings smoother, "human-like" driving, significantly improving safety on open roads while struggling in parking garages. It signals a shift toward reduced car ownership and fiercer competition from Chinese rivals like BYD.
EHang EH216-S eVTOL Flying Car
EHang Takes Bangkok: How a Short Flight in Thailand Signals a Massive Shift for Southeast Asian Air Mobility
By Rob Enderle on
EHang’s first passenger flight in Bangkok marks a pivotal expansion into Southeast Asia, targeting tourism and urban transit. While high costs and infrastructure needs mean flying cars will start as shared services, EHang’s regulatory lead positions it to
Volvo XC-60 Recharge vs. EX-60 Electric
Why We Ordered the 2026 Volvo XC60 Recharge Instead of Waiting for the EX60
By Rob Enderle on
The 2026 Volvo XC60 Recharge offers the perfect blend of 455-hp performance and practical range, making it the ideal bridge vehicle. While the upcoming EX60 promises revolutionary 800V EV tech, the XC60 remains the superior choice for versatility today.
Corvette Stingray vs. E-Ray
GM Unshackles the E-Ray: Why Lifting the Resale Restriction Is the Right Move
By Rob Enderle on
GM has lifted the resale restriction on 2025-2026 Corvette E-Ray and Z06 models, signaling improved supply and market stabilization. This move benefits buyers by restoring ownership flexibility, while the fully electric Corvette remains delayed until 2030
Lucid Gravity Touring
The $80,000 Game Changer: Lucid Gravity Touring Orders Finally Open
By Rob Enderle on
Lucid opens orders for the $79,900 Gravity Touring, a pivotal moment for the automaker in late 2025. This column analyzes the SUV’s specs, its competitive edge over Tesla’s Model X, and its critical role in Lucid’s financial survival.
2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV
Chevrolet Reaffirms Commitment to EV Trucks with Holiday Road Show
By Mary Conway on
Chevrolet is taking its EV show on the road, literally. Despite falling demand, the automaker is planning to travel the country with a roadshow, highlighting the performance of its Silverado EV lineup.
Tesla Cybertruck bet on event contract exchange
I Placed a “Bet” on a Legal Trading Site That Tesla Will Cancel the Cybertruck and a Few Other Related Events, the Topics and Odds Are Crazy
By Chris Johnston on
What legal prediction markets reveal about the uncertain future of the Tesla Cybertruck.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owners Share Their Experience Driving at Night During Snow – Some Cybertruck Owners Say They’re Struggling With Snow Blocking Their Headlights, While Others Say They Haven’t Had Any Issues
By Tinsae Aregay on
Cybertruck owners are divided over whether snow blocks their headlights and if the vehicle's design negatively affects visibility. Some owners say this is a constant struggle, while others say that it’s no worse than in any other vehicle.
Tesla Cybertruck & Toyota Rav4
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “I Traded In My Toyota RAV4 to Get a Cybertruck & I Love Every Bit Of It” – He Adds, “I Only Paid $56,000 After Trading In The RAV4"
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he can’t believe he bought a used Cybertruck for $56,000 by trading in his Toyota RAV4. He says he’s very happy with the Cybertruck and adds he’s loving every minute with the all-electric truck.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says There is a Constant Fluttering/Pulsating Noise Coming From His Vehicle – He Adds, “Tesla is Aware of the Issue, but I Was Told There Is Nothing They Could Do About It”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner describes his struggle with a fluttering noise coming from his drive unit while driving between 45 and 55 miles per hour. He mentions that Tesla told him the issue is widespread and there is currently no fix.
Tesla Cybertruck and Tesla Model Y
Cybertruck Has Ruined Me, I Used To Enjoy My Model Y, Now It Feels Like Riding In a Bathtub Feeling Every Little Bump, My CT Feels Like Driving On Clouds
By Denis Flierl on
One Tesla owner says his Model Y now feels like a "bathtub" compared to his Cybertruck's "cloud-like" air suspension. Is the ride quality gap really that wide? See what makes the difference for this and other Tesla owners.
A silver 2025 Rivian R1S is shown from the rear three-quarter view at an EV charging station, featuring black accent wheels and trim.
A Rivian R1S Driver Faced EVConnect Errors, RAN “Failure to Connect” Messages, and a 6% Battery Scare on a 1,120-Mile Trip, Until a Soft Reboot Suddenly Restored Charging “Without Any Issues”
By Noah Washington on
A Rivian R1S driver was hit by a cascade of "failure to connect" errors across three different networks, including RAN. But fixed the issue after a quick session on YouTube.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “There is a Large Flock Of Turkeys Where I Live & FSD Doesn’t Know How To Deal With Them” – He Adds, “Turkeys Are The Bane Of FSD”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he’s dealing with an unexpected issue involving turkeys and his truck. He mentions that the truck’s full self-driving software cannot recognize or handle turkeys, leading to significant frustration.
A black GMC Sierra EV shown from a front three-quarter angle parked in a residential driveway, featuring distinctive black and chrome wheels and LED lighting elements.
I Will Likely Be a GMC Driver for Life After Buying the Sierra EV, This Truck Has Everything From Range, Space, and Towing Power
By Aram Krajekian on
A year of living with the GMC Sierra EV can reveal things that spec sheets never show, and they're the quiet strengths that turn a truck from impressive on paper to unforgettable in everyday life.
A dark gray Tesla Model 3 sedan shown from the rear three-quarter angle, highlighting its distinctive C-shaped LED taillights and sleek fastback profile against a deep blue background.
My 2023 Tesla Model 3’s Window Shattered While I Was Closing the Door, and Although the Car’s Telemetry Showed the Puddle Light Shorted, It Was Just Covered Under Warranty
By Aram Krajekian on
Tesla Model 3 owners love their car’s tech, but even the smartest systems can surprise owners. This driver's window shattered mid-close after a sensor short, revealing how Tesla’s advanced design can sometimes turn small glitches into big moments.
2026 Nissan Rogue Dark Armor adds more aggressive looks
5 Reasons To Consider A Nissan Rogue Over A Toyota RAV4, And 2 Reasons Why You Shouldn't
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Nissan Rogue is the brand's bestseller, and for 2026, a few key features continue to make it relevant in an SUV-saturated market.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “I Begrudgingly Accepted Delivery of a Cybertruck With a Minor Issue, but Now It’s In Service For 2 Weeks & Tesla Has to Grind Down the Stainless Steel To Make The Frunk Latch Properly”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A brand-new Cybertruck owner expresses his frustration over a seemingly minor issue with the front-trunk latch. Apparently, the panels weren’t installed correctly, and now Tesla has to grind down the stainless steel to ensure the frunk latches properly.
Electric vehicle batteries lying in a landfill
My Boomer Dad Swears That Old EV Batteries Just Sit in Landfills Leaking Toxic Stuff, and I Think They Are Supposed to Be Recyclable or Reused Somehow, What I Found Out Is Pretty Cool
By Chris Johnston on
A flood of misinformation about EV battery disposal is spreading online, and industry experts say the reality looks very different.
Chevrolet Corvette CX Concept at LA Auto Show
How Chevrolet is Signaling that the CX Concept is the Future of Corvette Design
By Mary Conway on
The CX debuted this summer as a concept during a high end show called The Quail in Monterey. Now the CX is being shown to a much wider audience.
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