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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 19)

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 Tesla Model Y, white, front three-quarter view, driving on a desert road with dust clouds.
I Transported A Canoe On My 2024 Tesla Model Y, And The Car Suddenly Slammed On Its Brakes At 43 MPH When The Tie-Down Rope Triggered Phantom Pedestrian Detection
By Noah Washington on
He was driving his 2024 Tesla Model Y with a canoe on top when it suddenly phantom-braked on the highway. The terrifying cause? The car's computer mistook the tie-down rope for a pedestrian.
A sleek, modern white Tesla Model Y Juniper is illuminated against a dark background. The front view highlights its aerodynamic design and minimalistic style. Shadows create a dramatic, futuristic tone.
I Was Quoted $4,100 to Fix My Son’s Tesla Model Y Juniper, But Geico Valued the Damage at $990 Through the Same Authorized Shop
By Aram Krajekian on
A Tesla Model Y repair left one family stuck between two very different numbers, and what unfolded says a lot about how cost determinations really work.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited shown DC charging using an NACS to CCS adapter
EV Charging In Public Is Certainly Doable, But You'd Better Get Used to Adapters - We Charge an NACS-Equipped Ioniq 5 Using Multiple Adapters as Well as At a Supercharger
By John Goreham on
Vehicles are switching to NACS from CCS and J-Plug connectors. This may end up positive, but it’s still a cumbersome procedure. Here’s our experience using what we consider to be the best EV sold in America, the Hyundai Ioniq 5.
Blue Tesla Model 3 with a Porsche badge instead of the Tesla logo. Car is seen from the rear in a garage, the Dual Motor label is visible, reflecting a playful tone.
I’m Curious Why People Choose the Tesla Model Y When the Model 3 Has Longer Range, Handles Better, Looks Sportier, and Costs Less
By Aram Krajekian on
The Tesla Model 3 may win on paper, but numbers don’t always tell the whole story. Here's why the Model Y’s practicality is resonating with many owners and proving why it’s the go-to choice for families.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He’s Run Into a Major Issue With His Truck & Tesla Hasn’t Been Able to Identify the Problem
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says after 12,000 miles, he’s run into his first major issue with his truck. He’s sent his Cybertruck to Tesla service, but after a week, the EV maker has yet to figure out the root cause of the issue.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
I Just Had a 48-Hour Tesla Cybertruck Demo, Now I’m Thinking Of Selling My Ford F-150 To Get A Cybertruck, But I Have Questions
By Denis Flierl on
A long-time Ford F-150 owner is about to jump ship and buy a Tesla Cybertruck. What are the real-world ramifications, and what should ICE truck buyers be aware of if they make a switch to electric? Is Jason asking enough of the right questions? 
Red electric car charging at a forest campsite, surrounded by tall green trees. A wooden picnic table is on the left, evoking a serene, eco-friendly vibe.
I Slept In My 2025 Tesla Model 3 Using Camp Mode For 14% Battery Per Night And Drove 500 Miles Using Only Free Chargers In Appalachian Mountain Towns
By Noah Washington on
He slept in his new 2025 Tesla Model 3 using Camp Mode, and after a 500-mile road trip, he reveals his secret… he never paid for charging, thanks to a surprising network of free chargers in Appalachian towns.
A sleek black electric SUV with distinctive round headlights and a glossy finish, parked on a grassy area surrounded by trees.
I Added 1,000 Pounds Of Ballistic Armor To A Rivian R1S That Can Stop .308 Caliber Rounds, And Still Manage 2.5 Miles Per kWh On The Highway
By Noah Washington on
He turned his Rivian R1S into a discreet fortress, adding 1,000 pounds of ballistic armor to protect against rifle fire. The most shocking part? It still gets the same range on the highway.
2025 Lucid Air Touring
I Leased a Lucid Air Touring After Replacing My Tesla Model Y Due To the Elon Issues, Now I’m Sitting In My Lucid On the Side of the Road With a Flat Tire
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Model Y owner was no longer able to deal with the Elon issues that surround the automaker. Now he's sitting on the side of the road with a flat tire and wondering if he made the right decision. Did he make the right choice? Check out Pete's story.
Image of white 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited atop a mountain in New Hampshire with scenic Vista.
Can You Recapture The Energy Used to Climb a Mountain in an Electric Vehicle When You Descend the Hill? We Answer Using a Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited
By John Goreham on
We ran a 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited up a mountain in New Hampshire and recorded our state of charge. Here’s how much braking energy we were able to recapture on the way back down.
2025 Polestar 2, front view in snow, featuring a white exterior, distinctive headlights, and a minimalist grille.
Testing The 2026 Polestar 2 With Bowers & Wilkins Sound System Convinced Me This Bug-Free EV Is What Polestar Always Intended To Build
By Noah Washington on
One of the first owners of the 2026 Polestar 2 says the new Bowers & Wilkins sound system is "phenomenal." Find out what makes this revised EV a joy to drive and to sit in.
2022 Tesla Model Y, black, side view, featuring distinctive wheels and a clean exterior after 200,000 miles.
After 200,000 Miles Using My 2022 Tesla Model Y For Rideshare, Battery Only Lost 52 Miles Of Range And Required Just One $582 Powertrain Repair
By Noah Washington on
A 2022 Tesla Model Y just proved its worth in gold for one rideshare driver. Read the story of a rideshare driver who put 200,000 miles on his EV and found it to be surprisingly reliable.
Mercedes GLC EV With Digital Grill showing charging progress
Mercedes' New Talking Grille: Innovative Communication or a Distraction Epidemic?
By Rob Enderle on
Mercedes' new "message board" grille on its upcoming GLC EV is a novel feature offering new levels of personalization, but it also raises serious concerns about creating driver distractions and potentially amplifying road rage.
Volkswagen ID.3 with performance subscription.
Volkswagen's Subscription Fee for Speed: A Dangerous Gamble on the Future of Car Ownership
By Rob Enderle on
Subscription pricing for performance as VW is trying in the UK on the ID.3 has create a lot of unneeded negative controversy for the VW brand which doesn’t need it at the moment.
BYD's 1,000 KW Game Changer
BYD's Megawatt Milestone: Is the EV Charging Gap About to Disappear?
By Rob Enderle on
BYD’s 1,000 KW charging announcement could significantly improve the competitiveness between EVs and ICE cars IF the electrical infrastructure can handle the extra load.
A white Tesla Model 3 with a modern design is parked indoors on a showroom floor. It features aerodynamic curves, sharp headlights, and distinctive black wheels.
I Admittedly Used to Bash EVs, But After Test Driving the Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD I Instantly Fell in Love
By Aram Krajekian on
One skeptical driver thought EVs weren’t for him, but a single Tesla Model 3 test drive flipped his perspective and turned him into a Tesla believer for life.
AI generated image depicts a Tesla driving off a cliff at sunset
EVs Added Just 1% U.S. Market Share In July - Will EVs Touch 10% Market Share In Q3 Before Crashing and Burning In Q4? We Answer
By John Goreham on
It’s do-or-die time for battery electric vehicles in America. There was an encouraging rise in EV deliveries in the month of July. Will EVs be able to score a month of double-digit market share before the end of subsidies on September 30th?
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner From the US Says FSD Drove Straight Into a Metal Pole and Shattered His Windshield – Tesla Then Scheduled Him for a Service Visit a Month Out at a Service Center 5,200 Miles Away in Finland
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports facing multiple issues: his truck hit a metal pole while in FSD, the earliest service appointment he could get is in a month, and the service center Tesla assigned him to is 5,200 miles away in Finland.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Increases the Cybertruck’s Starting Price by $15,000 – Introduces New “Luxe Package” With Premium Features
By Tinsae Aregay on
Despite falling sales, Tesla has unexpectedly increased the starting price for the tri-motor Cybertruck by $15,000. Together, Tesla has introduced a new “Luxe Package” that includes multiple premium features.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited charges at a Tesla Supercharger by taking up two spaces
Charging Your Non-Tesla EV at a Tesla Supercharger Can Be Intimidating and Confusing- Here Are 7 Things To Know Before You Go to Avoid Common Hassles and Problems
By John Goreham on
We walk you step by step through the process of charging a non-Tesla-brand vehicle at a Tesla supercharger. If you are about to head out for your first charge, let us increase your odds of a positive experience and save you some time and headaches.
Close-up of a shiny chrome GMC logo on a Sierra EV surface, conveying a sense of luxury and modernity with soft, blurred lighting in the background.
I Lost All Trust in My GMC Sierra EV After GM Denied My Buyback Under Arizona Lemon Law, Even After It Was in the Shop 4 Times in the First 5 Months
By Aram Krajekian on
This GMC Sierra EV owner found out the hard way that spending serious money on a luxury EV doesn’t guarantee legal protection, especially if your truck is just heavy enough to dodge the law.
Acura RSX EV Vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Acura RSX EV Vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: A Recipe For Disappointment Or Simply Misunderstood?
By Dimitar Angelov on
Drawing parallels between Acura's revived RSX and another Japanese sports car nameplate that fell victim to the SUV craze.
2026 Nissan Leaf in blue shown driving quickly in a forested area
An Even Less Expensive 2026 Nissan Leaf Will Debut In Spring of 2026 and Nobody Caught It - Could It Cost $27K?
By John Goreham on
The mass media is trumpeting Nissan’s press release about the “$30K” price of the new 2025 Leaf S+. I’ve yet to see anyone mention the less expensive trim that will come after that.
2022 Rivian R1T in green, front three-quarter view, showcasing distinctive headlights and black wheels.
Driving My Rivian R1T From Seattle To Oregon Coast Proved RANs Are Easy To Use At 50-57 Cents Per kWh, While Gear Tunnel Swallowed All Camping Equipment With Ease
By Noah Washington on
A road trip from Seattle revealed that the Rivian Adventure Network (RAN) is surprisingly reliable. The owner reports that charging was as simple as plugging in, with rates of 50-57 cents per kWh.
2025 Audi Q6 e-tron in blue, front view on a winding road, showcasing distinctive grille and headlights.
Taking My 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron On 2,000-Mile West Coast Adventure Revealed 20-Minute Charging Stops Beat My Previous Tesla Experience
By Noah Washington on
A former Tesla owner took his Audi Q6 e-tron on a 2,000-mile road trip. His surprising verdict? The Q6's charging speeds beat his previous Supercharger experience.
A red Tesla Model 3 parked against a dark, gradient background, highlighting its modern design and elegance.
Driving 40,000 Miles in My $16K Tesla Model 3 Long Range Cost Zero Dollars in Charging and Maintenance While Still Delivering 260 Miles of Range
By Noah Washington on
After racking up a total of 132,000 miles, one Tesla Model 3 is still delivering a usable 260 miles of range and "puts a smile" on its owner's face. The story reveals why high-mileage EVs might be the best deal on the used car market.
Tesla Model 3
When My BMW i3 Died In Spectacular Fashion, ChatGPT Led Me To Buy a Tesla Model 3, Now I’m Considering Trading My Always Angry BMW X4M For a Model Y
By Denis Flierl on
A BMW i3 and BMW X4M owner is jumping ship and buying not one but two Tesla cars: a Tesla Model and a Tesla Model Y. However, what led him to make the decision comes from an unexpected assist from artificial intelligence. Check out JJ's surprising story. 
AI image shows angry protests at a Tesla dealership
Tesla Takedown Protest Initiative Fails In America As Tesla Deliveries Rise In July and Stock Price Proves Stable
By John Goreham on
A new report highlights the ineffectiveness of the Tesla protests that have now seemed to fizzle out.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited in Atlas White shown with a wooded backgdrop
I’ve Thoroughly Tested the Hyundai Ioniq 5N and also the Ioniq 5 Limited and I Have a Very Controversial Opinion On Which Is the Better Vehicle - Feel free To Call Me Wrong, But Tell Me Why You Think So
By John Goreham on
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a fantastic battery-electric vehicle that comes in many different trims and themes. Having tested the racecar N and the luxurious Limited, I have a solid opinion on which is the better buy for nearly every buyer.
Tesla Cybertruck, Elon Musk
Elon Musk Says, “Maybe Tesla Should Make a Flying Cybertruck.” Tesla Engineers React With Surprise to This Unexpected Announcement
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has unexpectedly announced that the EV maker might develop a flying Cybertruck. This excited many Tesla fans; however, Tesla engineers have shared that the product has not yet begun development.
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