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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.

Silver Lucid Gravity electric SUV driving on a highway at sunrise
Lucid Gravity Former Chief Engineer Says Highway Wind Buffeting Was Quietly Engineered Out at 70 MPH, Calling It a “Changing Crosswinds” Problem, Goes On to Say Most Automakers Design for Features, Not Real Experiences
By Noah Washington on
Lucid Gravity’s former chief engineer reveals that the SUV was painstakingly designed to eliminate wind buffeting at 70 mph, even with the windows down.
Tesla Cybertruck parked on rocky desert terrain under a clear sky
After Hitting 100,000 Miles in His Tesla Cybertruck, an Owner Says It’s Been Through “Dust Storms, Crazy Rains, Snow” and Even a Bullet Test, but He’s Still Paid Nearly $5,848 Out of Warranty, Including a $4,000 Power Conversion System
By Noah Washington on
One Cybertruck owner has clocked 100,000 miles through dust storms, deep snow, and a literal "ballistic test" on his own driver’s side door.
Tesla Cybertruck at sunrise on an off-road desert trail
A 2007 Chevy Silverado Owner Test Drives a Tesla Cyberbeast and Model 3 and Says It Made His Truck Feel “Ancient and Empty (Technology)”, He Praises FSD, Acceleration, Regen Braking, and the Silent Cabin
By Noah Washington on
A longtime 2007 Chevy Silverado owner says a single test drive in a Tesla Cyberbeast made his trusted V8 feel "ancient and empty".
2024 Toyota Prius
“A Higher Viscosity May Be Better”: This 2024 Prius Owner Investigated Oil Specs, He Adds “Toyota’s ‘Extreme Load’ Warning Should Worry Every Owner”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Prius owner thought 0W-16 was the law for his hybrid, but a hidden warning in the manual just changed everything. Toyota admits 'higher viscosity' is better for high speeds. Is fuel economy killing your engine? I’ll dig into the truth.
Cybertruck rendering with a Blade Runner type character
Fan Says the Reason People Don’t Understand Tesla’s Cybertruck Is That It’s Art, Not a Tool And Those With a Negative Emotional Reaction Don’t Get It
By John Goreham on
A comment under one of our most popular stories deserves to be explored. Is the Tesla Cybertruck actually not a “truck” in the traditional sense, but rather a work of art intended to be appreciated? Hear us out.
A maroon/red 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV is shown from a three-quarter front angle, parked next to a blue Nissan Leaf under a covered carport surrounded by trees.
91,000 Miles in, Our 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Has a Surprising Battery Capacity Degradation as I Checked in The Infotainment System
By Aram Krajekian on
After nearly 100,000 miles, one 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV owner checked battery degradation expecting bad news. But what they found instead challenges one of the biggest fears people still have about electric vehicles.
Waymo Being Investigated After Hitting Child Pedestrian
Waymo Being Investigated After Child Struck Near School
By Mary Conway on
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is opening an investigation into a recent accident involving a student. The child darted out into the street from behind a double-parked SUV. The robotaxi slowed down but still hit the child.
Marvin De Guzman's Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Called The Police After An 83-Year-Old Woman "Hocked A Loogie" On His Truck, He Adds, “She Reasoned She Did It Because She Hates Elon Musk, But She Apologized After The Cops Interrogated Her”
By Denis Flierl on
An 83-year-old dog walker just turned a car wash morning into a police standoff. Why did this senior target a $100K stainless steel Tesla Cybertruck with such a gross gesture? It’s not because she doesn’t like the truck, it’s about Elon Musk.
Mega Charging
The Megawatt Revolution: Why Your Local Gas Station is About to Become a Ghost Town
By Rob Enderle on
BYD’s 1,000 kW charging breakthrough signals the end of the ICE vehicle's refueling advantage. By enabling 10-minute full charges, it eliminates range anxiety, though it creates massive new demands for grid infrastructure.
The Jaguar Type 00 In The Future
The Jaguar Gamble: Why Doubling Down on "Rubbish" Might Be a Stroke of Genius—or a Final Bow
By Rob Enderle on
Jaguar recently dismissed rumors of a "Plan B" combustion engine as "rubbish," doubling down on its 2027 all-electric pivot. To survive, the brand must reconcile its radical new identity with its storied heritage.
Side view of a Rivian R1T electric truck driving on a road with a rocky, green hillside background, motion blur showing speed.
At 60,000 Miles and Just Out of Warranty, a Rivian R1T Owner Says His Front Air Suspension “Completely Collapsed,” Triggering a $7,500 Repair, and the Service Center Admitted It’s a “Common Issue”
By Noah Washington on
One Rivian R1T owner is issuing a high-stakes warning after his front suspension "completely collapsed" at 60,000 miles, just days after his factory coverage expired.
Lucid Gravity electric SUV charging at a Tesla Supercharger station, side profile with multiple charging stalls in a desert landscape.
A Lucid Gravity Owner Says Tesla’s Charging Network Was “Super Reliable” on a 1,500-Mile CA-to-Utah Run, Praising “Rock Solid” Engineering While Admitting the Return Trip Was “More Buggy” with Cruise Control Issues
By Noah Washington on
A new 2026 Lucid Gravity owner is calling his 1,500-mile road trip a "tremendous success," despite a return leg plagued by stubborn cruise control bugs and rebellious windows.
2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz
Hyundai Wants To Rival Ford With a Larger, More Rugged Pickup Truck
By Dimitar Angelov on
Hyundai is planning to phase out the Santa Cruz in favor of a larger pickup truck. Would you buy one?
The Self-Drive Act
The End of the Regulatory Wild West: Why the SELF DRIVE Act is America’s Last Stand in the Autonomous Arms Race
By Rob Enderle on
U.S. House lawmakers have revived the bipartisan SELF DRIVE Act to create a federal framework for autonomous vehicles. This column explores how this legislation is vital to beating China’s rapid AV deployment and transforming urban life.
Tesla's Pivot To Robotics
The Great Pivot: Can Tesla Trade Steering Wheels for Robotic Limbs Before the Cash Runs Out?
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla is attempting a high-stakes transition from an aging automotive pioneer to a robotics powerhouse. While financial results show a declining core business, the company’s future hinges on its ability to out-execute Chinese rivals.
2026 Nissan LEAF up on a lift getting battery replaced
Replacing the Battery in an EV Will Soon be Cheaper Than Repairing an Engine, a Nissan LEAF Owner Says, “I’ll Keep That in Mind When My Battery Wears Out in 30 Years”
By Chris Johnston on
Owners of EVs like the Nissan LEAF are rethinking the fear of battery replacement narrative.
Green Rivian R1S electric SUV driving in a downtown city street with modern buildings
During the Texas Deep Freeze, a Rivian R1S Owner Says He’s Using the SUV as an Emergency Garage Heater to Save His Tankless Water Heater, Running HVAC in “4–6 Hour” Sessions to Hold “58°+” Inside While Temps Drop to Single Digits
By Noah Washington on
When a Texas deep freeze threatened to burst his home’s plumbing, one Rivian R1S owner turned his luxury SUV into an emergency "thermal shield" for his garage.
A Volvo EX30 charges up
Volvo’s Best-Selling Vehicles Are Its Least Electrified Versions - Will Moving to EVs Make Volvo More Money?
By John Goreham on
We analyze Volvo's vehicle mix and show that ICE and mild hybrids significantly outperform EVs.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Drove His Truck On a Salted Road & Now It’s Covered In Brown Spots.” He Adds, “I Washed My Cybertruck Thoroughly, but the Brown Spots Aren’t Coming Off.”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says his truck is covered in rust spots after he drove on a salted road. He adds that he has already thoroughly cleaned his Cybertruck, but the rust spots don’t appear to be coming off.
Aerial three-quarter view of a Hyundai IONIQ 9 electric SUV with a sleek gray exterior on a dirt overlook.
After Driving the Hyundai IONIQ 9 for Over 620 Miles, A Volvo EX90 Owner Says the Hyundai IONIQ 9 Is “Seriously Impressive,” Feels “Even Roomier Than the Kia EV9,” and Charges Better Than His Volvo EX90
By Noah Washington on
A Volvo EX90 owner says the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is so "seriously impressive" that it almost convinced him to break his current lease.
Blue Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV driving at night on a city street with headlights on.
A 2023 Mustang Mach-E GT Owner Says He Traded His 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance and “Doesn't Miss It at All,” Losing “Peak 250kW vs 150kW” Charging but Gaining Android Auto, Better Ride Quality, and No Autopilot “Nagging”
By Noah Washington on
One 2023 Mach-E GT owner is making waves by claiming he traded his Model 3 Performance and doesn't miss it "at all".
CleverCharge Managing An EV And A Plug-In Hybrid
Why This New CleverCharge EV Charger and Its Remote Just Ended My Multi-Vehicle App Fatigue for My Audi and Volvo Forever!
By Rob Enderle on
The CleverCharge EV Charger revolutionizes multi-vehicle garages with its OBD-II dongle, offering unified data tracking for Audi and Volvo owners. Its effortless installation and intuitive display make it the ultimate "universal remote" for electric fleet
BYD Driving Plug-In Hybrids Into The Future
The 2,000-Kilometer Hybrid: How BYD’s DM-i 6.0 Just Reset the Global Clock on the EV Transition
By Rob Enderle on
This column analyzes BYD’s DM-i 6.0 breakthrough, positioning high-range PHEVs as the ideal bridge for EV adoption. It highlights China’s technological lead over Western automakers, especially as Canadian tariffs drop and semi-solid-state batteries emerge
Tesla Model Y at a charger in Europe
Europe Hits a Tipping Point as EVs Outsell Gas Cars with the Tesla Model Y Emerging as the Bestseller
By Chris Johnston on
How the Tesla Model Y ended up leading a moment many said would take another decade.
2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime
"I Love My 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime, But My Insurance Tripled": The ‘Outrageous’ Hidden Tax on Hybrids
By Denis Flierl on
From budget-friendly sedan to a massive monthly bill! Janet loved her 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime, until the insurance bill arrived. Her premiums TRIPLED compared to her old Toyota Corolla. Is the Prime's tech worth the cost? What RAV4 owners need to know.
Cole Garner's 2024 Honda CR-V
2024 Honda CR-V Owner Says, “I’m Not Buying the Dealer’s Oil Change Disaster Excuse”; Here Is Why This "Faulty Gasket" Story Doesn’t Add Up
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Honda CR-V owner loses all its oil just 2 miles after a dealer service. The dealer blames a "faulty gasket," but I reveal why this story doesn’t add up, and the engine damage Honda isn't mentioning.
Grey Hyundai Kona Electric parked on a rural road at sunset, shown from a front three-quarter angle with a colorful sky.
A Hyundai Kona EV Uber Driver Says It’s the Most Economical EV on the Road After 93,205 miles in 2 Years, “You Just Can’t Beat This Car,” He Writes, Claiming the Kona’s Famous Bearing Issue Is Manageable With $50 Oil Changes and a $550 Repair
By Noah Washington on
One Uber driver has clocked over 93,000 miles in just two years and claims the secret to the Hyundai Kona EV's economical maintenance is a simple annual gear oil change.
Tesla Model X blue electric vehicle driving on winding forest highway
At 9°F in Chicago, a Tesla Model X Owner Escapes a 1% Battery Nightmare After His Portable 115V Charger Stayed at “0 Miles Per Hour” for 3 Hours, Then He Finally Got It Charging, Reached 7% After 8 Hours, and Made It to a Supercharger
By Noah Washington on
At a bone-chilling 9°F, one Chicago Tesla Model X owner woke up to a "1% battery nightmare" and a portable charger that refused to budge from 0 miles per hour for three agonizing hours.
Digital instrument cluster display showing 150,026 miles with drive mode options visible, along with MPG and temperature gauges in a modern blue-lit interface.
A 2025 Toyota Crown Signia Owner Just Passed 150,000 Miles With His 15th Oil Change. He Adds, “I Should Hit a Million Miles in 7.5 Years”
By Aram Krajekian on
After 150,000 miles, this Toyota Crown Signia owner’s biggest complaints aren’t mechanical. With disciplined maintenance and constant highway use, he’s now aiming far beyond what most drivers ever expect from a modern hybrid.
2026 Kia Sportage family
Hyundai And Kia Dominate U.S. News' 2026 Best Cars For The Money Awards, And Here's How They Rank
By Dimitar Angelov on
The publication has been providing useful consumer advice for years, and for 2026, Korean models seem to be dominating.
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