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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 28)

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.

White Chevrolet Blazer EV SUV parked on black asphalt driveway with green lawn and trees in background, sleek modern design with black wheels
My 2024 Chevy Blazer EV RS Suddenly Threw Itself Into Park While Driving, So I’m Wondering If Others Have Experienced This Too
By Aram Krajekian on
One odd moment in a driveway was all it took for this Chevy Blazer EV owner to start questioning whether GM’s automation is doing more harm than good.
White Tesla Model Y with black wheels, loaded on a Carvana transport trailer amid pine trees, rear three-quarter view.
Carvana Sold Me the Wrong Tesla Model Y, But I Pushed Back and Got a Model Y Performance for Thousands Less
By Aram Krajekian on
A simple listing error on a Tesla Model Y turned into an unexpected upgrade, but only because the buyer refused to settle. Here’s how standing your ground can sometimes save you thousands of dollars.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 red color
Testing The 2025 Ioniq 6 I Stopped at a Hyundai Dealership To Charge, But The Cost Prompted an Unexpected Detour About Charging Outside
By Armen Hareyan on
While reviewing the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 for Torque News and loving its unexpectedly smooth ride and capabilities, a $20 charging stop on my way back to Charlotte revealed a surprising truth about real-world EV ownership.
blue Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT
I Loved the Chevy Equinox EV Until I Found Out What Features Are Behind a Paywall
By Chris Johnston on
The Equinox EV gave me more than I expected, and one thing I didn’t see coming.
Blue Tesla Model X driving on curvy mountain road with blurred forest background
My Tesla Model X FSD Nearly Drove Through Railway Crossing Arms Into an Oncoming Train, The Same System Flawlessly Avoided a Truck Merging the Next Day
By Noah Washington on
A Tesla Model X FSD user describes the heart-stopping moment his car almost drove into a train, revealing why even with cutting-edge autonomy, humans are still necessary.
Car navigation screen showing map with 0.2 mile route, vehicle speed of 45 mph, and stylized car icons near In-N-Out Burger location
My New Rivian R1S Locked Up While Driving and Got Towed Twice in The Three Months I’ve Owned It, So Now I'm Wondering if It's a Lemon
By Aram Krajekian on
This owner thought the Rivian R1S was the perfect EV, until a terrifying drive and two unexpected tows made her question everything.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Doors Are Flexing Rapidly In and Out, Creating a Wobble – Adds, “I Can See the Rapid Flexing With My Eyes and Feel It in My Hands and Knees”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reports that the stainless steel panels over his doors are flexing back and forth quickly, resulting in a wobble and vibration. Several other Cybertruck owners report similar issues.
Green Tesla Model Y towing a classic wooden boat
My Tesla Model Y Towed a Piece of History 1,100 Miles and Changed My Mind
By Chris Johnston on
Everyone warned me not to tow with a Tesla Model Y.
A blue Toyota Prius parked by a waterfront with city skyline in the background under a cloudy sky.
After 2,000 Miles In My $37K 2024 Prius Prime XSE, The Weak Paint, Easy Dents And Poor Build Quality Make Me Miss My 2021 Camry, Toyota's Latest Hybrid Is A Disappointment
By Noah Washington on
Beyond the impressive mileage, a 2024 Prius Prime owner reveals a nightmare of weak paint, easily damaged body panels, and frustrating tech glitches that prove this hybrid is a major letdown.
Dark gray Tesla Model Y Performance SUV parked on asphalt with lush green trees in background
I've Put 2,000 Miles On My 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range, Perfect Panel Gaps, Flawless FSD, And Only One Minor Frunk Adjustment Made Me Forget All The YouTube Horror Stories
By Noah Washington on
Two thousand miles in, and this 2026 Tesla Model Y is exceeding all expectations with a perfect build and Full Self-Driving that's "better than expected," making it a dream to drive.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “I Will Be Waiting By the Curb, and My Cybertruck Will Drive Itself To Pick Me Up, It’s Not Science Fiction, It Starts Now”
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says that his truck will soon be able to pick him up with a single command. It's not science fiction. It's not five years away. It's already starting right now, he says with confidence. It's coming, he says, so get ready for it.
White Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric SUV driving on desert highway at golden sunset with mountains
My Ioniq 5's Reduction Gear Failed At 64K Miles, Locking Up The Rear Tires, Now The Dealer Says Wait 2 Weeks While I Pay For My Own Rental Car
By Noah Washington on
His Ioniq 5 promised a neat ride, but at 64,000 miles, a major drivetrain failure and a shocking lack of dealership support left him stranded and paying out of pocket for a rental.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner From California Says He’s Been Targeted & Harassed by Cops Because He Drives a Cybertruck – Adds, “The Same Police Officer Gave Me Two Tickets in One Week”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner from San Diego shares his belief that a police officer is targeting him because he drives a Cybertruck. He says the officer issued him two tickets in one week and once abandoned a pursuit to focus on him.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
My 2025 Tesla Cybertruck Ordering Experience Was a Nightmare, It Was So Bad, I Canceled My Order and Asked For a Refund
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck buyer says his order was a nightmare. Tesla staff lied about transferring fees, charged him double, and, despite a substantial down payment, the loan process stalled, among other issues. He's canceling his order and demanding a refund.
2025 KIA EV6
I Thought Buying a Kia EV6 Meant Outsourcing Jobs, Until I Saw the Numbers
By Chris Johnston on
You’ve been lied to about “American-Made” cars. Kia EV6 just proved it.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Killed My Plans To Pull An RV With My Cybertruck, It Doesn’t Have Enough Range To Do the Job, So I’m Selling It
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner loves his truck, but he's selling it. Tesla said it would offer an extended-range battery, which would have been the answer for this owner to pull a travel trailer. Now, he's selling his hand-washed, garage-kept Cybertruck. 
White Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV parked on urban rooftop with historic brick buildings in background
My Ford Mustang Mach-E Costs 14 Cents Per Mile, While My Ford Maverick Runs At 10 Cents,The Numbers Make My Next Road Trip Car An Easy Choice
By Noah Washington on
Forget what you thought you knew about EV savings. His Ford Mustang Mach-E hit 14 cents per mile on a road trip, proving his humble Ford Maverick was the cheaper choice at 10 cents, and the numbers don't lie.
White Tesla Model 3 with black roof and wheels, side profile in parking lot with arid landscape background
I Couldn’t Justify the Gas and Repairs on My BMW X5 Anymore So I Bought a 2025 Tesla Model 3 Performance Instead, and I Don’t Know Why I Waited This Long
By Aram Krajekian on
When this owner had to start commuting to work again, her car troubles returned too. That’s when the Tesla Model 3 Performance entered the picture and made her wonder why she ever put up with the old way of driving in the first place.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He’s Conflicted About Pressing Chargers Against The Person Who Vandalized His Truck – Adds, “They’ve Got a Promising Career & I Feel Bad Sending Them to Prison for 2 to 5 Years”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says the person who vandalized his truck has been caught. However, instead of celebrating, the owner is conflicted about pressing charges because the suspect has a promising career, and this could ruin their life.
2025 Toyota Land Cruiser J250
My Toyota Land Cruiser Makes A Ton Of Noise From The Windshield, But I Found Sollution That Won't Break The Bank
By Dimitar Angelov on
One owner may have found a cheap solution to the road noise issue that plagues some new Toyota trucks and SUVs, but not everyone is onboard with this easy "fix”.
Tesla Model Y/Robotaxi
Tesla Robotaxi Involved in 1st Official Accident – A Tesla Employee had to Take Over & Drive the ‘Robotaxi’ After It Turned Its Wheels & Crashed Straight Into a Parked Toyota Camry
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Robotaxi trying to maneuver out of a tight parking lot has crashed straight into a parked Toyota Camry. This marks the first Robtaxi crash, and a Tesla employee had to get in the driver’s seat and drive the ‘Robotaxi’ following the accident.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Enthusiast From Arizona Says He Wants to Buy a Cybertruck, but He’s Worried How the Truck’s Stainless Steel Will React in the Heat – Adds, “I Don’t Have a Garage, & I’m Concerned About the 115°F Summers”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck fan says he really wants to buy the all-electric truck, but is worried about the Arizona heat. Fellow Cybertruck owners suggest installing aftermarket door handles to avoid grabbing the hot stainless steel when opening the doors.
Silver GMC Sierra EV truck driving on mountain road with pine forest and rocky terrain in background
I Drove My New GMC Sierra EV 305 Miles, Tesla's 250kW Chargers Only Gave Me 85kW While EA's 350kW Stations Delivered True Fast-Charging Speeds
By Noah Washington on
He took his GMC Sierra EV on its first long journey, and despite Tesla's widespread network, it was Electrify America's 350kW stations, not Tesla's 250kW, that saved his road trip with genuinely fast charging.
Tesla Cybertruck driving on mountain highway with snow-capped peaks and winter landscape backdrop
A Tesla Cyberbeast Foundation Series Owner Says His Truck Needed 8 Major Repairs Including Motor Inverters and Panel Delamination, Now Tesla Wants To Buy It Back
By Noah Washington on
From panel delamination to motor inverter replacements, one Cyberbeast Foundation Series owner's nightmare led to a truly unique resolution: Tesla is buying his problem-plagued truck back.
Aerial view of waterfront neighborhood with red-roofed houses, blue navigation marker, and winding water channels between residential areas.
My Gen 2 Rivian R1T Has Very Poor Satellite Map Quality, But My Tesla Model X Had Fantastic Google Satellite Navigation
By Aram Krajekian on
Switching from Tesla to Rivian was supposed to be a step forward, until one owner noticed something missing in plain sight every time he drove.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
I Walked By a Bright Pink Tesla Cybertruck, and I Just Realized, It’s an Undercover Cop Car
By Denis Flierl on
First, imagine seeing a pink Cybertruck. Then, you discover it’s an undercover cop car. Now you’re in disbelief because you can’t fathom a cop driving it. It’s great for undercover, because who would ever suspect this 'cute' cruiser is on official duty?
Objectively, The Problem With Cybertrucks Is That Most Pickup Drivers Have Highly Conservative Tastes And Rivian Realized That
Objectively, The Problem With Cybertrucks Is That Most Pickup Drivers Have Highly Conservative Tastes And Rivian Realized That
By Armen Hareyan on
The most unexpected reason Tesla Cybertrucks may be struggling has nothing to do with performance or price, and everything to do with what most pickup drivers quietly prefer. And look how Rivian realized that.
Black Tesla Model 3 speeding on wet forest road with motion blur and dynamic handling
My Tesla Model 3 Needed 17 Charging Stops to Tow a Motorcycle 1,700 Miles, The Same Trip Only Needed 8 Gas Stops in My Highlander
By Noah Washington on
He pitted his Tesla Model 3 against a 20-year-old Toyota Highlander in a 1,700-mile towing challenge. Electric still can't match gas for long-distance hauls.
Lucid Gravity and Lucid Air
I Fell in Love with the Lucid Gravity, Then I Saw the Price
By Chris Johnston on
Families want it, TikTok loves it, but the Lucid Gravity might still be out of reach for most Americans spurring a discussion about accessibility versus affordability in the EV market.
The Electric Floodgates Are Opening
The Electric Floodgates Are Opening: Why the Diverse and Exciting Wave of 2025-2026 EVs Signals a Definitive Industry Transformation
By Rob Enderle on
The electric transformation is no longer on the horizon; it's pulling up to the curb.
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