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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 289)

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.

By Luke Ottaway on May 14, 2014 - 5:28PM
The Tesla Model S has received its share of rave reviews from owners. One of the most prominent and entertaining reviews of all comes from Matthew Inman, cartoonist of The Oatmeal.
By John Goreham on May 14, 2014 - 3:22PM
Toyota has been losing money on each RAV4 EV it builds. Maybe the automaker will instead surprise Californians by offering a Prius EV compliance car in its place?
By Luke Ottaway on May 14, 2014 - 9:49AM
Some automakers have failed spectacularly at marketing their plug-in offerings. After the spine-tingling launch of the i8 global campaign, it is clear that every automaker should take lessons from BMW.
By Luke Ottaway on May 13, 2014 - 10:23AM
It is no secret that Toyota believes the future of zero-emission transportation lies with hydrogen fuel, not batteries. The company’s Lexus brand went a bit too far attempting to force their opinion upon visitors to their website.
By Denis Flierl on May 13, 2014 - 7:24AM
Subaru is releasing an improved Trezia in Japan. Could this be the platform for Subaru’s electric vehicle?
By John Goreham on May 12, 2014 - 1:27PM
As the Tesla Model S enters its second year of production the car edges closer towards the used car market.
By Luke Ottaway on May 12, 2014 - 12:13PM
Solar power and electric vehicles are an obvious pairing for carbon-free transportation. The city of Boulder, Colorado has deployed two public charging stations powered entirely by the sun.
By Aaron Turpen on May 11, 2014 - 12:51AM
At the 2014 Beijing Auto Show, Nissan big wig Andy Palmer let loose some details on the plans the company has for the LEAF and the planned Infiniti branded electric vehicle.
By John Goreham on May 9, 2014 - 1:42PM
Toyota is stepping up to help the state of California and a hydrogen supplier build 100 hydrogen fuel cell vehicle fueling stations.
By Luke Ottaway on May 8, 2014 - 8:03AM
First quarter deliveries of Model S did not blow anyone away, eclipsing Tesla’s expectations by a slim margin. However, if the company’s projections hold true an enormous Q3 and Q4 could be on the way.
By Aaron Turpen on May 7, 2014 - 9:33AM
The Nissan LEAF-based electric cargo van, the e-NV200, begins production in Barcelona, marking the company's second full production electric vehicle. Video included.
By Luke Ottaway on May 7, 2014 - 7:34AM
Not exactly known for electric vehicles, Chrysler plans to produce not one but two plug-in hybrids as part of their five-year plan revealed yesterday. It is a move driven primarily by regulations.
By John Goreham on May 6, 2014 - 12:38PM
Detroit-based VL Automotive, co-founded by the legendary Bob Lutz, is now part of WMGTA, an electric car maker with Chinese connections.
By Luke Ottaway on May 6, 2014 - 9:37AM
The hyped Generation III vehicle due to begin production in 2017 remains nameless, as Tesla has dropped its pursuit of the trademark “Model E.”
By Luke Ottaway on May 5, 2014 - 10:10AM
The stunning Rimac Concept_One has not seen much progress since its unveiling at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show, but recent investments have brought the Croatian startup closer to its goal of producing “the best car in the world.”
By Aaron Turpen on May 3, 2014 - 4:50PM
There are rumors and rumors of rumors that Nissan plans to offer a range of battery pack size options akin to what Tesla Motors does with the Model S. Is this true?
By John Goreham on May 2, 2014 - 3:31PM
The Prius Plug-in quietly continues to be one of the top selling electrified cars in North America.
By John Goreham on May 2, 2014 - 2:39PM
BMW has created its own space in the EV market in terms of price and content, but does this car actually drive and feel like a BMW? The answer is interesting.
By Aaron Turpen on May 2, 2014 - 12:08AM
After a successful pilot program testing the Nissan LEAF-based e-NV200 small cargo van, British Gas has ordered fifty more of them, making for a fleet of 100 to start.
By Luke Ottaway on May 1, 2014 - 7:15PM
Recently the California Air Resources Board has been suffering from a shortage of resources, namely cash. The wildly successful Clean Vehicle Rebate Program needed an infusion of funds that the agency has now provided.
By Aaron Turpen on May 1, 2014 - 12:57AM
Nissan is testing a new battery electric truck, the e-NT400, in Japan with all components being based on the Nissan LEAF's electric powertrain.
By Luke Ottaway on April 30, 2014 - 11:42AM
Electric vehicle manufacturers have come up with different solutions for alleviating range anxiety, none of them ideal. A company called ebuggy has its own intriguing proposed fix.
By John Goreham on April 30, 2014 - 11:41AM
Elon Musk says that California’s environmental nonsense rules it out as a spot for the gigafactory.
By Mechele Dillard on April 29, 2014 - 3:35PM
Audi's status as one of the top performers for Volkswagen Group may be helped by its status as one of the most sought-after employers for new graduates.
By Luke Ottaway on April 29, 2014 - 11:00AM
A popular refrain from critics and some news outlets is that electric vehicles may not represent an environmental benefit over conventional vehicles due to pollution from power plants and battery production. It is time to put an end to the misinformation.
By Denis Flierl on April 29, 2014 - 6:48AM
The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive is rolling off the assembly line and gets ready to launch.
By Luke Ottaway on April 28, 2014 - 11:50AM
Someday in the future you may be able to back your electric car out of the garage, unfold its wings, and lift off into the air to proceed to your destination through the skies. And the future could arrive ahead of schedule.
By Luke Ottaway on April 27, 2014 - 11:12AM
A Consumer Reports investigation has officially confirmed what those following the electric vehicle industry already knew: traditional dealers can be really lousy at selling EVs.
By John Goreham on April 25, 2014 - 1:50PM
Electric buses are a great idea, but let’s not fool ourselves about how far we’ve come.
By Luke Ottaway on April 25, 2014 - 12:59PM
Any automaker that wishes to sell cars in China has great incentive to build those cars in China due to the 25% tax on imported vehicles. Tesla plans to build its own vehicles in China in the near future, but just how near is decidedly up in the air.