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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.

Store This Spare Part In Your Tesla for a Rainy Day
Tesla Model X Maintenance Option That Costs Half as Much ― “If You Guys Were To Go Out and Buy This Through Tesla, They Charge Anywhere From $60 To $80 and I Bought These On Amazon Just Over $32”
By Timothy Boyer on
Save time and money with DIY maintenance on your Tesla that will not require a long wait for a Service Center appointment when you need this done right away using this spare part tucked away for an emergency repair.
I Found This Note On My Cybertruck My 8-Year-Old Son Is Having a Birthday Party, and He Would Love For a Cybertruck To Show Up
I Found This Note On My Cybertruck: "My 8-Year-Old Son Is Having a Birthday Party, and He Would Love For a Cybertruck To Show Up"
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected note left on a Tesla Cybertruck sparked a wave of kindness, and what happened next might just restore your faith that people want to do good things (and the power of strange-looking trucks).
A futuristic, silver Tesla Cybertruck speeds through a desert landscape with rocky cliffs in the background. Dust trails behind it.
I Waited 5 Years for the Affordable Cybertruck, Now It's $70K with No Bed Cover, I'm Heartbroken
By Noah Washington on
I waited five long years for the “affordable” Tesla Cybertruck, the one Tesla promised at $39,900. What did I get instead? A $70,000 rear-wheel-drive version with fewer features, no bed cover, and a cold splash of reality.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Brand-New Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Died for the 3rd Time in a Single Month – However, He Adds, “This is Still The Best Car Compared to Our Tesla Model X Plaid & Model Y Performance”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares that his truck is back in his driveway after it died for the 3rd time in a month. Despite all the issues, the owner adds that the Cybertruck is the best vehicle in the world, even compared to Tesla’s remaining vehicle lineup.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says Kids at his Son’s Baseball Practice Laughed at his Cybertruck After it was Towed – Adds, “28 kids Went From Thinking the Cybertruck Was Cool to Pointing & Laughing”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says that the 10-year-old kids at his son’s baseball practice initially thought the Cybertruck was the coolest vehicle. However, their excitement faded & they started to point & laugh after the Cybertruck had to be towed on a flatbed.
I Trusted Tesla to Deliver My Model 3 in the New Diamond Black Color, But They Gave Me the Wrong Black and Told Me It’s My Fault
I Trusted Tesla to Deliver My Model 3 in the New Diamond Black Color, But They Gave Me the Wrong Black and Told Me It’s My Fault
By Aram Krajekian on
Imagine paying $1,500 extra for a specific color, only to get the wrong one on delivery. Tesla says you signed for it, so it’s final. But is it really? Here’s why this story isn’t as simple as it sounds.
I’m Replacing My 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid With a 2022 Rivian R1T Adventure, But I Bought It Without Seeing It In Person and I’m Worried I Made a Mistake
I’m Replacing My 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid With a 2022 Rivian R1T Adventure, But I Bought It Without Seeing It In Person and I’m Worried I Made a Mistake
By Aram Krajekian on
This Tesla owner is trading in his Model S for an R1T he’s never seen in person. As delivery day approaches though, his excitement is giving way to some doubt. Here’s what his story reveals about buying EVs online.
I Want to Switch From Tesla to Rivian, But All I See Are Horror Stories, and I Need to Know If Anyone’s Happy
I Want to Switch From Tesla to Rivian, But All I See Are Horror Stories, and I Need to Know If Anyone’s Happy
By Narek Hareyan on
Thinking about ditching your Tesla for a Rivian? This honest, community-driven breakdown might be exactly what you need to read before making the leap.
My Tesla Model Y Needed a Warranty Repair, So the Technician Drove 2.5 Hours From Out of State to Replace Both Headlights in My Driveway, and I'm Beyond Impressed With Their Service
My Tesla Model Y Needed a Warranty Repair, So the Technician Drove 2.5 Hours From Out of State to Replace Both Headlights in My Driveway, and I'm Beyond Impressed With Their Service
By Aram Krajekian on
Tesla’s mobile service is redefining what customer care looks like, one driveway at a time. Here’s why this story shows how commitment is becoming the new standard in automotive service.
California Highway Patrol's new gas-gulping V8-powered patrol car is shown
California Wants To Force You To Own an EV, but When It Chose a Special New Police Vehicle For the California Highway Patrol, It Chose A Big Honkin’ Gas-Gulper
By John Goreham on
Raise your hand if you are surprised by the hypocrisy, but when the Golden State chose its newest special undercover California Highway Patrol Cruiser, it picked a huge three-row gas-guzzling SUV, not a battery-electric vehicle. 
Nissan Frontier Pro Hybrid
Nissan's New Frontier Pro Hybrid: Is an 84-Mile EV Range the Pickup Panacea We've Been Waiting For? (Read the Fine Print!)
By Rob Enderle on
Nissan's Frontier Hybrid concept, with its promising (though CLTC-rated) 84-mile EV range, could be a game-changing practical solution for truck buyers. It would bridge the benefits of EV and ICE and boost Nissan.
Rivian
Rivian's Ascent: How Adventure-Focused EVs Are Quietly Nudging Aside the Cybertruck Aura, Even in Tesla's Backyard
By Rob Enderle on
Rivian's improving financials highlight its growing appeal as a practical, adventure-focused Tesla alternative whose design resonates broadly with truck/SUV enthusiasts, fueling strong anticipation for its more accessible R2.
Cadillac Celestiq
Cadillac Celestiq: A $300,000 Electric Dream...Or Is It Stuck in Neutral? It Is Incredibly Hard To Sell At These Extreme Price Points Only 25 Sold So Far
By Rob Enderle on
Despite its technological ambition, the Cadillac Celestiq's steep price and subsequent low sales mirror the fate of the expensive Continental Mark II, suggesting its main role may be a brand-enhancing halo car rather than a volume seller.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “Tesla Rolled Out Free Trials of FSD, But Instead of Excitement, the Reaction Is Mixed Because Of What Didn’t Arrive”
By Denis Flierl on
Not everyone is excited about Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology. Here is what Cybertruck owners say about it, information for those curious, and what you need to know if you are considering buying a Cybertruck or any Tesla model.
A white 2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper with its hatch open near a river, where two people kayak in the background under a blue sky and fluffy clouds.
I Love My $60,000 Tesla Model Y But It Parks Worse Than A 16-Year-Old Driver, They Never Told Me AutoPark Was 'Useless In Europe' Before I Paid For Enhanced Autopilot
By Noah Washington on
I paid $60,000 for a Tesla Model Y and extra for Enhanced Autopilot, only to find out AutoPark parks like a nervous teenager and barely works in Europe.
I Was Loving My 2025 Rivian R1T Until a Critical Battery Failure Left It Rebooting and Powerless In My Driveway
I Was Loving My 2025 Rivian R1T Until a Critical Battery Failure Left It Rebooting and Powerless In My Driveway
By Aram Krajekian on
An R1T owner attempted a routine software update, but the truck never recovered like it was supposed to. Here’s why this story reveals more of what’s emerging with Rivian’s Over-the-Air updates.
So I Got a Quote From Rivian for $4,800 For a New Windshield on My R1S, But It Sounds a Little Excessive
So I Got a Quote From Rivian for $4,800 For a New Windshield on My R1S, But It Sounds a Little Excessive
By Narek Hareyan on
What started as a simple windshield quote for a Rivian R1S turned into a $4,800 shocker that exposed just how wildly unpredictable EV repair costs can be, here’s what owners are saying, and why you need to double-check everything.
So I Feel Like We See All The Time Rivian Service Centers Are Bad, But I Got My R1T Truck Back in 3.5 Days Despite Needing Lots of Replacements
So I Feel Like We See All The Time Rivian Service Centers Are Bad, But I Got My R1T Truck Back in 3.5 Days Despite Needing Lots of Replacements
By Narek Hareyan on
Everyone talks about Rivian service nightmares, but this owner got his R1T back in just 3.5 days, with every issue fixed and communication that actually impressed him.
Two rugged vehicles, a pickup truck and an SUV, are showcased in a spacious industrial garage with large windows.
I Can't Believe Everyone's Hyping The Slate Truck When The Nissan Leaf Already Has 'Same Range, Actual 4 Seats' For Just $1000 More
By Noah Washington on
Everyone's losing their minds over the $27K Slate Truck, but here's the thing, Nissan's Leaf already gives you the same range, real seating for four, actual doors, and climate control... for just $1,000 more.
A family prepares for an adventure, loading snowboards into a 2025 Tesla Cybetruck vehicle outside a modern home.
Tesla Just Removed The One Feature That Sold Me On The Cybertruck, 'I Wouldn't Have Bought This $100K Truck If I Had Known They'd Never Offer The Range Extender’
By Noah Washington on
Tesla just quietly removed the one feature that made the Cybertruck make sense for long-distance driving, the range extender. For some buyers, it wasn’t just an accessory, it was the reason they ordered the truck in the first place.
My 2025 Rivian R1S Tri Just Survived a Light Bar Short and a Cracked Windshield, but Now I'm Stuck Between a Long Wait, and a Complicated Fix
My 2025 Rivian R1S Tri Just Survived a Light Bar Short and a Cracked Windshield, but Now I'm Stuck Between a Long Wait, and a Complicated Fix
By Narek Hareyan on
After a rock disabled the light bar and another cracked the windshield, this Rivian owner now faces a tough choice between a 180-mile service visit with no loaner or relying on a local shop to handle sensitive sensor calibration.
My Rivian R1T Service Took Too Long to Book, But the Bigger Concern Was What It Exposed About Quality Control
My Rivian R1T Service Took Too Long to Book, But the Bigger Concern Was What It Exposed About Quality Control
By Aram Krajekian on
What started as a service visit turned into a revealing experience not just about the vehicle, but about how Rivian handles the growing expectations of its loyal owners.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck “Freaked Out” When He Drove It Over Grass Without Enabling Off-Road Mode – Adds “This is Like Having to Put On a Helmet to Walk the Dog”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he was taken aback when his truck started to beep and display warnings after he drove over 1.5 inches of grass. He adds that having to turn on "off-road mode" to drive over grass is unnecessary.
I'm Renting And Landlord Isn't Letting Me Install a Tesla Charger
I'm Renting And Landlord Isn't Letting Me Install a Tesla Charger
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected roadblock from a landlord sparks a heated EV debate. What would you do if charging your Tesla became unlikeable overnight?
Jaguar I-Pace
I Drove My Jaguar I-Pace 1,000 Miles Across America And Downloaded Seven Different Charging Apps, The Rivian Network Saved Me When My Battery Was Nearly Dead
By Noah Washington on
I drove my Jaguar I-Pace 1,000 miles down the East Coast and spent more time fighting apps than enjoying the road. Seven different charging apps, frozen screens, and mislabeled ports turned my Jaguar I-Pace road trip into a tech support marathon.
My Tesla Model Y Insurance Safety Score Keeps Dropping When I Drive, But I Can’t Tell What Tesla Thinks I’m Doing Wrong
My Tesla Model Y Insurance Safety Score Keeps Dropping When I Drive, But I Can’t Tell What Tesla Thinks I’m Doing Wrong
By Aram Krajekian on
This Tesla owner thought she was driving safely, but her Model Y insurance score kept tanking even at normal speeds. Now she’s wondering if the system is broken, inconsistent, or simply impossible to please.
Tesla Cybertruck, State Farm
Several Cybertruck Owners are Reporting That State Farm Insurance is Punishing Them for Driving a Tesla – They Add, “We’re Getting Significant Discounts for Our Gas Cars but Not for Our Teslas”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Several Cybertruck owners have shared their suspicion that State Farm Insurance is penalizing them for driving a Tesla. The discussion began with one Tesla owner; however, many other Tesla owners have reported similar experiences with State Farm.
Since Hail Totaled Out My Tesla Model 3, They Will Allow Me To Keep It for $10,000, And I Don't Think I Can Find a Car Less Than $10K
Since Hail Totaled Out My Tesla Model 3, They Will Allow Me To Keep It for $10,000, And I Don't Think I Can Find a Car Less Than $10K
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected twist after hail totaled her Tesla Model 3: she's offered to keep it for $10K, now she's facing a tough call that many EV owners might soon encounter.
Tesla Cybertruck & Ford F-250
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Felt Something Was Broken When He Went Back to His Ford F-250 After a Few Months Exclusively Driving His Cybertruck – Adds “It Felt Archaic & Clunky”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says that after driving a Cybertruck for a few months, getting back into his Ford F-250 initially made him think the F-250 was genuinely broken. However, after a few minutes, he realized this is how the Ford F-250 always drives.
A Green 2025 BMW M5 parked on a snowy road at Flüela Pass, surrounded by mountains under a twilight sky. The car is slightly covered in dirt.
My Weekend With BMW's New Hybrid M5 Turned Into A Winter Rally Stage, Driving Snow-Covered Mountain Passes Made Me Fall In Love With A Car I Expected To Hate
By Noah Washington on
I spent a weekend with BMW’s new hybrid M5 and accidentally fell in love on a snow-covered mountain pass. I expected to hate it, turns out, it’s a rally-bred animal in disguise.
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