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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 12)

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.

Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “I Was Forced to Deliberately Crash My Truck Because It Kept Accelerating Even Though I Was Pressing The Brake Pedal. He Adds, “Thankfully, The Truck Held Up Well, Only Minor Scrapes”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares that his truck kept accelerating even though he was pressing the brake pedal. As he was driving downhill in a mountainous area, he had to crash the Cybertruck before it drove off the hill.
Tesla charge plug with protective end cap
I Didn’t Want the End of My Tesla Model Y Mobile Charger to Get Beat Up So I Added This Nifty Protective Cover
By Chris Johnston on
There are small Tesla Model Y charging details most owners ignore until something goes wrong.
Tesla Cybertruck overturned on a narrow mountain dirt road surrounded by pine trees and rocky terrain
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Vehicle Failed To Stop While Going Downhill – He Adds, “I Had to Make a Choice to Crash It or Risk Going Tumbling Down a Mountain to Probable Death”
By Noah Washington on
A Cybertruck owner is demanding answers from Tesla after his vehicle rolled during a low-speed descent that turned into an uncontrollable acceleration.
2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK
The 2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK Wins Yet Another Major Award- Here's Why Critics and Buyers Love it
By Mary Conway on
The electric version called the Dodge Charger Daytona had underwhelming sales, but the gas-powered version is popular. Here's why.
Vehicle dashboard display showing "Stop vehicle and check power supply" warning message with 0 MPH speed reading and battery icon, indicating electrical system issue.
I’m Over It With My Kia EV6 After It Died Just Two Weeks After a Main Battery Replacement
By Aram Krajekian on
A Kia EV6 owner thought the worst was over after a battery replacement, but when the car died just two weeks later, it turned a routine repair into a serious reliability concern.
A silver 2025 GMC Sierra Denali pickup truck is shown featuring distinctive shaped LED lighting and black accents against a natural outdoor background.
My GMC Sierra EV Broke Down on the Drive Home 13 Weeks Ago, GM Scrapped It But Internal Communication Failures Have Me Still Making Payments
By Aram Krajekian on
After a GMC Sierra EV failed on day one and was eventually scrapped, one owner is still making monthly payments and questioning how GM handles buybacks and customer support.
Tesla Cybertruck
Doug DeMuro Says, “In 18 Months, The Tesla Cybertruck Will Be a $35,000 Truck.” He Adds, “The Cybertruck is the Hummer H2 of the Modern Era”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Doug DeMuro says the Cybertruck will depreciate significantly over the next year and a half. Doug’s price prediction is $35,000. He adds that he feels sad for people he sees driving the all-electric truck.
Black Ford Mustang Mach-E parked on a snowy driveway beside a house, showing winter driving conditions and snow-covered landscape.
“Still Almost Hit My House” Mustang Mach-E Owner Says Even “Driving Super Slowly” on Snow Tires Wasn’t Enough for Her Icy Driveway
By Noah Washington on
A routine winter arrival turned into a "take no prisoners" rescue after a Mustang Mach-E became a passenger to physics on a frozen driveway.
Apartment dweller charging his Tesla Model Y with an extension cord
I Tried Owning a Tesla Model Y While Renting, Here’s What Actually Happened
By Chris Johnston on
The small compromises that can be made to allow you to drive a Tesla Model Y while living in an apartment or condo.
Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-250
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “Compared to My Ford F-250 Super Duty, a Cybertruck Feels Like Switching From a Dinosaur to a Spaceship.” He Adds, “I Thought I Was Going to Keep Both, But I Only Need the Cybertruck”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says buying the electric truck has transformed how he sees his Ford F-250 Super Duty. He adds that the Ford F-250 feels like a dinosaur, whereas the Cybertruck feels like a spaceship.
2021 Toyota RAV4 & 2025 RAV4 Hybrid
“I Traded My 2021 Toyota RAV4 For a 2025 Hybrid and I Intended To Keep My 2021 Forever, But I Regret Not Getting the Hybrid AWD From the Jump, Now I Couldn’t Be Happier”
By Denis Flierl on
Ever wondered why so many owners are ditching their reliable gas-powered SUVs for a hybrid? Danielle Cena’s journey from a 2021 Toyota RAV4 to the 2025 Hybrid XSE reveals the regret of missing out on AWD, and here’s why it’s the perfect time to upgrade.
Digital instrument cluster display showing 0 MPH, 43kW power output, 165 miles of remaining range, and various indicator lights on a dark blue background.
My Chevy Blazer EV Has Too Many Issues to Count, and Now a Tesla Supercharger Only Delivered 43 kW
By Aram Krajekian on
A Tesla Supercharger session with a Chevy Blazer EV showed this owner how real-world charging does not always match expectations.
Tesla showrrom
A Brand-New Tesla Model Y Owner Says, “Tesla’s Online Sales Model Is Cold & Inefficient.” She Adds, “Once We Bought The Vehicle, They Hurried Us Out & Wanted To Do Everything Through An App”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Model Y buyer shares her disappointment with the lack of personal care when picking up her new vehicle. She adds that the employees wanted to rush her out of the delivery center and that the whole process felt cold and inefficient.
Tesla Cybertruck stainless steel electric truck parked on icy terrain, demonstrating all-terrain performance in cold weather conditions.
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Loves the Vehicle but the Door Button Placement Is Dangerous – He Adds, “My Son’s Thumb Got Slammed When One Child Opened the Front Door While Another Closed the Rear Door”
By Noah Washington on
After his son’s thumb was crushed in the door seam, a Cybertruck owner is calling the vehicle’s door buttons a "dangerous" design flaw for families.
Side view of Tesla Cybertruck in a misty mountain setting, emphasizing angular stainless steel design and rugged styling.
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Let an Inexperienced 15-Year-Old Drive on Twisting Roads and She Mastered the All-Wheel Steering After Just 2 Miles – He Adds, “The FSD Demo Showed How Quickly Anyone Can Adapt”
By Noah Washington on
After a few laps in a parking lot, a 15-year-old was able to pilot a massive Cybertruck through narrow, hilly roads thanks to its hyper-responsive steering.
Geely Geome Xingyuan superimposed over a chart of Chinese EV sales
I Think U.S. Car Prices Are Way Too High, China’s Top Selling Cars Like The Xiaomi SU7 Aren’t Available in The U.S., but They Are as Quick as a Tesla Model 3 and Much Cheaper, Here Are the Top 10
By Chris Johnston on
The Xiaomi SU7 and other impressive Chinese EVs that make U.S. car prices look absurd.
2029 Lexus LFA
These 3 Things About The Lexus LFA's Design Make Me Excited For The Production Model
By Dimitar Angelov on
The interior gives away a few important details about the LFA successor.
2021 Tesla Model S Plaid
EV Dealer Says He Paid $151K for a Tesla Model S Plaid, and Now It's Only Worth $50K - He Adds “That’s $2,000 a Month Loss, This Is the Most Depreciating Car I’ve Ever Owned”
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla dealer paid $151K for a Model S Plaid, and now it’s worth just $50K. “That’s $2,000 a month loss,” he warns. Is buying a new EV a financial trap? See why experts say buying used is the only way to win in 2026.
Image of an EV high voltage battery
I Am Not Buying an EV Because the Battery Only Lasts Eight Years and Costs More Than the Car Is Worth to Replace
By Chris Johnston on
With millions of EVs on the road, this fear still dominates social media comment sections.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Was Stopped By Police In Mississippi For No Reason Other Than Driving a Cybertruck. He Adds, “I Ended Up Gettig a Police Escort”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he was confused when a state trooper turned on his siren and began following him for no reason. However, it turns out the police officer was just curious about the Cybertruck and ended up giving him a police escort.
My Rivian Update Forced Me to Use Samsung Wallet Instead of Google Wallet, and It Exposed a Big Android Problem
My Rivian Update Forced Me to Use Samsung Wallet Instead of Google Wallet, and It Exposed a Big Android Problem
By Narek Hareyan on
What started as a simple Rivian update turned into a frustrating Android wallet mess, and judging by owner reactions, this is far from an isolated issue.
2026 Toyota Prius Nightshade
2026 Toyota Prius Owner Wants an Actual Spare Tire For His New Nightshade - He Adds, “I Can’t Believe the Dealer Wants Another $900 Just For Parts, and That Doesn’t Include Installation”
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine paying $40,000 for a new 2026 Toyota Prius Nightshade and finding out it has no spare tire. One owner was shocked to find the dealer wants $900 just for the parts to add one! Is Toyota nickel-and-diming owners on basic safety?
Tesla Cybertruck parked on a rural ranch beside horses and hay bales in a mountainous landscape.
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Just Received a Brand New Battery Pack at 40,000 Miles Due to Cell Dents – He Adds, “Tesla Appears To Be Quietly Replacing Affected Packs With Only 6% Degradation”
By Noah Washington on
At 40,000 miles, a Cybertruck owner received a surprise high-voltage battery replacement due to "cell side dents" discovered during a routine visit for a tonneau cover repair.
White Tesla Model Y parked at a Tesla Supercharger station with Tesla logo signage in the background.
After a Software Update Left His Tesla Model Y Completely Dead, Owner Is Told “You’ll Need a New Computer” At a $2,300 Cost
By Noah Washington on
After a scheduled software update left his 2021 Model Y Performance completely dead, one owner was hit with a $2,300 estimate for a new Autopilot computer.
Honda Civic test prototype for the V6 hybrid platform
Honda's New V-6 Hybrid Platform Packs Some Unconventional Engineering
By Dimitar Angelov on
Honda is working on a new hybrid platform for its larger models, revolving around a new V-6, and it features some very unusual engineering decisions.
2026 Ram 1500
Ram 's Mid-Size Brother to be Called Dakota
By Mary Conway on
The Ram CEO confirmed that the company is resurrecting the popular Dakota name for the truck due to go into production in 2027.
Cutaway of VW ID Buzz showing interior layout
I’m Bummed the VW ID Buzz Isn’t Coming Back in 2026, Here’s What VW Got Wrong, and What Has to Change for 2027
By Chris Johnston on
the VW ID Buzz problem isn’t about lack of nostalgia, it’s the stuff buyers won’t ignore and what VW needs to fix to be successful in 2027.
2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid
2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid Owner Says His SUV Blew a Head Gasket at Just 65K Miles - He Adds, “I Thought I Was Buying Ultra-Reliable, What Happened to Honda Reliability?”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid owner reports a blown head gasket at just 65,000 miles, shattering expectations of "ultra reliability." Is this an isolated incident or a new defect joining the 1.5L engine woes? Here is what you need to know before you buy.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says She’s Been a Victim of Roll Coaling & Road Rage Incidents With Her 8-Month-Old Baby In The Truck – She Adds, “I’m Just Trying to Drive The Safest Vehicle For My Child”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares how the truck she bought, thinking it would be the safest vehicle for her 8-month-old, is putting her in danger. She says she has been a victim of coal rolling and road rage incidents.
Front view of a Rivian R1S electric SUV driving through an urban downtown street, featuring signature vertical LED headlights and a boxy adventure-focused design.
After 250 Miles on Rivian’s .46 Update, an R1S Owner Says “Universal Hands-Free Isn’t Ready for Prime Time,” Calling the Driver-Attention Alerts “Way Too Sensitive” and the Road Coverage Inconsistent
By Noah Washington on
Rivian’s latest update finally brings navigation maps to the center of the driver display, yet owners are annoyed that the view automatically vanishes the second autonomy mode is engaged.
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