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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 249)

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 Deliveries
What Will Teslas Q2, 2021, Deliveries Be?
By Jeremy Johnson on
There is a lot of discussion about what Tesla's delivery numbers will be for Q2, 2021. This should be reported by Tesla in early July. Let's take a look at what others are saying about this.
Version 9
FSD Version 9 Update Is Tesla Vision’s Big Test
By Daniel Cappo on
Tesla has waited for a while and is set to release Version 9 in one week. This update is ultimately the springboard for Tesla Vision.
Tesla Giga Berlin factory
Tesla May Build Batteries Without Cobalt at Giga Berlin
By Armen Hareyan on
As you may already know from our previous reporting Tesla is also planning to build a battery factory at Giga Berlin if Tesla's ideas go well. The German publication, called Basic Thinking, is looking at Tesla’s 11,000-page public documents and of newly designed Giga Berlin plans, and suspects that these batteries, produced by Tesla at Giga Berlin, could be cobalt-free for the first time.
Tesla's Secret Weapons That Give it a Competitive Advantage
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla is producing cars, energy products, and is planning on having robotaxis. But there is something besides all those things that gives Tesla a unique competitive advantage. Let's see what it is!
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Sets Another Production Record In China Despite Numerous Challenges
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla China sets yet another production record in China despite the numerous challenges the EV maker has faced in the world's largest vehicle market.
Roadster
Tesla's Lineup Could Eventually Include A Coupe
By Daniel Cappo on
It has been in the news that Tesla is planning to come out with a new hatchback. If Tesla wants to keep growing, there is lots of room for more new models.

Prologue image courtesy of Honda
Honda Announces Its Next EV - Prologue - Here's When It Arrives
By John Goreham on
The all-new Honda Prologue has been announced by Honda. Let's just say Honda is giving fans plenty of time to prepare.
Tesla is Expanding Its Energy Business in China
By Jeremy Johnson on
There are reports of Tesla expanding its energy business in China with solar powered charging stations and its Solar Roof and PowerWall. Let's see what's going on here.
Toyota Explains EV Strategy, Says It Cut bZ4X's Development Lead Time (with Subaru) by 30%
Toyota Explains EV Strategy, Says It Cut bZ4X's Development Lead Time (with Subaru) by 30%
By Armen Hareyan on
Pobst Goes Plaid and Wins Pikes Peak Race
By Timothy Boyer on
Race Day at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race is over and it has been a wild ride as Pobst goes Plaid in his “upgraded” Tesla Model S Plaid and places 1st in the Exhibition Class. Watch the linked video on a big screen or on your Virtual Reality headset and be sure to have taken some motion sickness meds to prepare for an enjoyable ride as you take a peek over the Pobst’s shoulders at what it’s like to go Plaid up Pikes Peak.
Image courtesy of the manufacturer.
4 Great YouTube Channels For Electric Vehicle Enthusiasts
By John Goreham on
Here are four great YouTube sites that may fly below the radar of some electric vehicle fans and enthusiasts. If you are a Tesla, Ford Mustang Mach-E, or Toyota RAV4 Prime fan, don't miss these great YouTube Channels.
Tesla Model S
Tesla Is Offering Bay Area Residents Model S Plaid Priority Delivery For End Of Quarter Push
By Tinsae Aregay on
According to multiple sources, Tesla is calling Model S Plaid Plus reservation holders in the Bay Area and the EV maker is offering them Model S Plaid priority delivery for the end-of-quarter push.
Tesla UI
Tesla's Over the Air Updates Solve Many Problems
By Jeremy Johnson on
Recently there was a report with nearly 300,000 Tesla vehicles that need to be recalled for an update. Tesla's Over the Air Updates Solve This and so Many Other Problems.
Artist sketch of Ford F-150 Lightning
What Would A Ford And Tesla Collaboration Look Like?
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Ford Motor Company is the unquestioned truck leader and Tesla is the unquestioned electric vehicle leader. A collaboration between the two could improve the Lightning and the Cybertruck. Here’s the areas it might improve on each electric truck.
Tesla Model 3
Tesla To Recall 285,520 Model 3/Ys In China Due To Autopilot ‘Unintended Acceleration’
By Tinsae Aregay on
Chinese Regulators announced today, Tesla will recall nearly 285,520 imported and made-in-China Model 3 and Y vehicles due to issues where owners can inadvertently engage autopilot while driving.
Suntek
A New Ceramic Coating Can Protect Your Tesla’s Paint From The Elements
By Daniel Cappo on
There is a new Suntek ceramic style PPF shield that can protect a Tesla from various weather elements and other debris. Protecting cars from the weather has been something that some car manufactures are much better at than others.
Model S Uses The 18650 cell pack
Why Tesla Chose the 18650 Battery Over the 4680 In the Model S Plaid
By Timothy Boyer on
Why didn’t Tesla install the newer and more powerful 4680 battery in its recently released Model S Plaid? According to an expert on battery technology, their choice makes a lot of sense when you look at what is said at Tesla’s Quarterly meetings and not so much on public speculations and some sandbagging on Musk’s part.
Ford's 2021 Mustang Mach-E GT Runs At Night
EPA Sets Mileage For Ford Mustang Mach-E GT, GT Performance Edition
By Marc Stern on
Ford's Mustang Mach-E GT and GT Performance Edition have received their mileage ratings from the Environmental Protection Agency. The results are quite interesting.
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Deliveries
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Growth and Deliveries by Quarter
By Jeremy Johnson on
Recently, the Twitter user, James Stephenson, posted 69 Tweets in the most detailed analysis of Tesla I've ever seen. Let's take a look at Tweet #4 of these which focuses on the Model 3 and Model Y deliveries over each quarter and year - with Q2-Q4, 2021 as projections. Here are the details!
2022 Subaru Forester, all-electric 2023 Subaru Solterra
Subaru Says “We’re Committed To A Carbon-Free Society” But When?
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru of America was recently named the 3rd Most Trusted Car Brand. How will they keep their high ranking?
Ford F-150 Lightning vs. Tesla Cybertruck
Comparing Ford F-150 Lightning To Tesla Cybertruck Shows One Big Advantage For Ford
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Ford F-150 Lightning will be on the street and at car dealerships long before the Tesla Cybertruck can be delivered. Both all-electric trucks have significant pre-orders, but Ford is prepared to produce the all-electric version of the F-150.
Toyota's 2-Point Strategy of Breaking Into The EV Market Segment
Toyota's EV Strategy and Eco Reputation
By Dean McManis on
Brandenburg Minister Suddenly Justifies Tesla Giga Berlin's Preferential Treatment
Brandenbur Minister Open Admits Giving Tesla Giga Berlin a Preferrential Treatment
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla Model S Plaid Takes On Pikes Peak
Tesla Plaid Music Video, Tesla Problem on Pikes Peak, and Yokohama Racing Slicks
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s a Tesla Plaid put to music as it races up Pikes Peak in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race, plus commentary by race car driver Randy Pobst on problems he is experiencing with the Tesla Plaid and how he feels the Yokohama racing slicks he is using are performing.
Aptera Solar Plug in EV Breakthrough
Aptera Solar Plug in EV Breakthrough
By Dean McManis on
Is the dream of driving around town and commuting, using ONLY solar power, realistic? With Aptera’s new, 3-wheeled, 2-seat EV, the answer may be YES!
Apollo Moon Robotaxi Launch in Asia Could Leave Competitors in the Dust
By Timothy Boyer on
China’s Robotaxi manufacturing is winning the race toward making the adoption of autonomous vehicles and smart transportation available for the public worldwide…and here’s how.
Tesla Model S Plaid Takes On Pikes Peak
A Passenger Seat View of How Fast a Tesla Model S Plaid Hits Pikes Peak Curves
By Timothy Boyer on
Ever wonder what it would look like from the passenger seat of a souped-up Tesla Model S Plaid hitting those crazy curves on Pikes Peak? Well, here’s your chance to see some Tesla history in the making as we watch Randy Pobst in a qualifying run through the upper section of Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on the first day of Practice/Qualifying rounds.
‘It’s Right To Give Tesla Preferential Treatment’ Says Brandenburg Environment Minister
By Tinsae Aregay on
Brandenburg Environmental Minister Axel Vogel says "it is right to give Tesla preferential treatment" since the settlement of the factory in the area will have a positive impact that will reach the whole of Europe.
Tesla Model S
A History of the Tesla Model S
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla has several different types of cars and one of those is the Model S. It was the first production car after the original roadster to be produced for customers and there has been many versions! Let's talk about this car!
Is the Yoke steering wheel going to be the next big thing?
In A World Prototypes, Is A Concept Enough? Is Toyota's bZ4X Its Future?
By Frank DiMuccio on
Toyota, like any car maker, is subject to the whims of the market as much as any other manufacturer. While Toyota’s president Aiko Toyoda seems to be pushing more for his pet project, Gazoo Racing to guide the company forward, the bZ4X has been revealed as a concept. Not a prototype, like the Cybertruck, or F-150 Lightning. Is it too little, too late?
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