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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 30)

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.

Battery Lifecycle Changes Over The Years
The 20-Year Battery: How EV Longevity Reshapes Car Ownership and Demands Modular Futures
By Rob Enderle on
The Geotab study revealing EV batteries can last 20 years with minimal degradation, outliving gas cars, is a game-changer that necessitates modular car designs and updated battery standards to allow for vehicle updates over replacement, especially for EVs
AMG GT XX Prototype And New Mercedes Halo Car
A Shock to the System: The Mercedes-AMG GT XX is a Vision of the Future Where The Inside Is Much More Impressive Than The Outside
By Rob Enderle on
The Mercedes-AMG GT XX prototype is a visionary electric "Halo" car designed to redefine the brand's future, combining over 1,341 horsepower, revolutionary fast-charging, and a stunningly futuristic interior to make a bold statement in the EV world.
Vehicle registration fee breakdown showing electric vehicle, transportation, and licensing costs totaling $974.25
My Tesla Model Y Fees Are Outrageous In Washington State, And That 's Why I'm Selling It This Year
By Aram Krajekian on
A hefty registration renewal fee pushed this Model Y owner over the edge. Now he’s wondering if EV ownership is even worth it anymore.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Buyer Asks “What Did I Get Myself Into?” After Visiting a Tesla Delivery Center – Adds, “The Lot is Overrun With Cybertrucks; They’re Filthy, Rusted & Look Abandoned”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck buyer says he’s reconsidering his purchase after visiting a local Tesla delivery center. The parking lot is filled with unsold, dirty, & rusty Cybertrucks that appear to have been sitting there for months.
Auto start-stop button in a car
A Day For Celebration As The Dreaded Start Stop System Could Be Going Away In A Variety Of Future Vehicles
By Dimitar Angelov on
A recent post by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, suggests there is a "fix" for one of the most hated systems featured in modern cars, but it may take some years.
Elon Musk, Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150
Elon Musk Dismisses Calls that Tesla Should Build a Conventional Truck Amid Falling Cybertruck Sales – Agrees, “The Tasteless Hordes Aren’t Equipped to Recognize The Cybertruck’s Brilliance”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk has agreed with a Cybertruck owner who argued that the reason the all-electric truck isn’t selling is because “the tasteless hordes and their MSM-addled brains aren’t equipped to recognize the Cybertruck’s brilliance.”
2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid
2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid Safety Recall Alert, Your Child’s Seat Could Come Loose In the Event of an Accident Causing Serious Injury To Your Baby
By Denis Flierl on
This 2025 Subaru Forester recall affects your child's and baby's safety. Read this before you put your child in a car seat in the all-new 2025 Forester Hybrid. This is disturbing news for parents of young children. 
A sleek black Lucid Air luxury electric vehicle parked on a racetrack, with desert mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.
I Traded My Tesla Model 3 For a Lucid Air Pure, After One Month, the Hardware Brilliance is Undermined by Software Frustrations
By Noah Washington on
Driving a Lucid Air Pure feels "phenomenal" and "like driving on a cloud." But as one new owner discovers, even a $70K luxury EV can be undermined by inconsistent power delivery and maddening software glitches. Is the Lucid Air still a grand slam?
An Unexpected After-Church Sunday Drive in The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 Left a Loyal Tesla Owner Questioning Everything About His Model Y
An Unexpected After-Church Sunday Drive in The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 Left a Loyal Tesla Owner Questioning Everything About His Model Y
By Armen Hareyan on
He asked for a quick ride after church, but one trip in the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 had him wondering if his Tesla Model Y was missing something big.
A sleek green electric SUV parked on a city street with modern skyscrapers in the background. Urban setting with greenery.
I've Driven My 2022 Rivian R1T for 50,000 Miles and 15 Road Trips, It's Better Than My Manual Tacoma Ever Was
By Noah Washington on
"The truck simply rocks." That's the verdict from a Rivian R1T owner after three years and 50,000 miles. Learn how constant software updates and a unique approach to service have transformed the R1T from a simple EV into a beloved, capable daily driver.
Gray Rivian R1T electric pickup truck parked by Alaska welcome sign, surrounded by forest landscape
My 2023 Rivian R1T Conquered 49 States in Under a Year
By Aram Krajekian on
What started as a simple post ended up revealing one of the most quietly impressive EV journeys, and it's a powerful case for Rivian’s long-haul capability.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Got Deported & Now He Can’t Make The Payment for His Truck – Adds “I Left the Cybertruck for My Friends to Rent Out on Turo, but Still Behind on the Loan”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he was recently deported to Mexico after the US government denied his asylum status. He left his truck in the US, hoping his friends would rent it out on Turo, but claims he isn’t making enough to cover the loan payments.
Acoustic foam falling out of a defective tire on tiled floor of a tire shop.
If Your Hyundai or Tesla Is Shaking or the Tires Won’t Balance, This Common Issue Could Be The Cause - How To Fix Tires With Acoustic Foam Problems
By John Goreham on
Many electric vehicles, such Teslas and Hyundais, luxury vehicles, and even some high-end sports cars, now come with foam-filled tires to reduce noise. If your tires just won’t seem to balance, here is one possible diagnosis and treatment for the malady.
A white Ford F-150 Lightning truck parked in front of a modern building, showcasing its sleek design and prominent grille.
I Test Drove Both the F-150 Lightning Flash and Silverado EV LT, Ford Won My $70K Despite Chevy's Superior Range and Charging
By Noah Washington on
Forget the spec sheets, the true test of an electric truck is on the road. After driving both, one buyer explains why the Ford F-150 Lightning Flash felt like the right choice, even as the Silverado EV LT boasted bigger numbers.
Tesla Cybertruck accelerating through dusty desert terrain with rugged mountains in background
I Want To Buy A Tesla Cybertruck But I’m Not Sure If the Political Backlash Has Calmed Down Enough Yet
By Aram Krajekian on
The Cybertruck turns heads everywhere it goes, but not always for the expected reasons. One potential buyer’s hesitation reveals something deeper about what it means to drive one in today’s world.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He’s Happy to Get His Money Back After Tesla Bought His Truck Following 15 Separate Service Visits – Adds, “I Might Get Another Tesla, but Not a Cybertruck”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he won't buy another Cybertruck after Tesla bought back his truck following 15 service visits. He adds that he might consider getting another Tesla, but he will not get a Cybertruck.
Tesla Model Y
First Safety-Critical Tesla Robotaxi Intervention Captured on Video – Safety Monitor (Tesla Employee in the Passenger Seat) Quickly Applies the Brakes via the Touch Screen to Prevent a Crash with a UPS Truck
By Tinsae Aregay on
A video captures the first near-miss involving a Tesla Robotaxi operating in public. A Tesla safety monitor steps in just in time to prevent a collision with a UPS truck. Tesla fans blame the UPS driver, while others say the Robotaxi is at fault.
2022 Tesla Model Y
My Wife Was Driving Our Tesla Model Y and It Unexpectedly Lost Power, and Stopped In the Middle of the Freeway During Rush Hour, Then Panic Set In
By Denis Flierl on
Here's a story of a Tesla Model Y owner whose car shut down in the middle of a busy highway while his wife was driving. The Tesla owner has a warning for all Tesla owners if they ever find themselves in this situation. What caused the serious problem? 
A sleek, white electric car drives along a winding road, surrounded by lush trees and a mountainous backdrop under clear skies.
I've Driven My Polestar 4 for 3 Weeks After Trading My Volvo XC90, The Pilot Assist Takes Forever to React But The Comfort Will Spoil You Forever
By Noah Washington on
My Polestar 4 pilot assist takes several seconds to notice cars merging ahead of me, but 3 weeks in, I’m never going back to my Volvo XC90.
Dennis gripping the steering wheel, focused on the road ahead in Tesla Cybertruck
My 87-Year-Old Grandpa’s Last Drive Was in a Tesla Cybertruck, And He Called It the Most Amazing Drive of His Life
By Aram Krajekian on
From dirt roads to electric torque, one grandfather’s final drive behind the wheel of a Cybertruck captures a lifetime of innovation, and a moment that meant more than words could explain.
Tesla service center with multiple electric vehicles under repair in spacious, well-lit automotive workshop
My 2021 Tesla Model Y Is Nearing 60,000 Miles, and When I Turn It Is Making an Expensive-Sounding Creaking Noise Up Front From Both Sides - Am I Alone, Or Is This a Known Problem With This Model?
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases 2021 Tesla Model Y owner, C.J., who has a very distinctive sound emanating from her vehicle’s front end. Other Tesla owners think they know exactly what it is.
Pale blue Rivian electric SUV parked on urban street with landscaped grass and palm trees
My Dogs Almost Died in 114° Arizona Heat After My Rivian R1S Went Into Turtle Mode, Just 45 Minutes After the AC Failed
By Aram Krajekian on
When the desert heat meets EV systems, it’s not just technology that gets pushed to the edge, but lives as well. Here's why one Rivian owner's road trip turned into a fight against failing systems, rising temps, and real concern.
2025 Dodge Charger Daytona EV
Dodge Dealers Are Selling The Charger Daytona EV For Way Under MSRP, And It Could Be Your Last Chance Before The Model Is Discontinued
By Dimitar Angelov on
The weak demand for Dodge's electric Muscle car means dealerships are practically handing these out.
Tesla Model Y Robotaxi
Elon Musk Responds to The Suggestion Tesla Has Added a Special “Kill Switch” to All Model Y Robotaxis Operating in Public
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk dismissed the controversy over the special button, or kill switch, that Tesla supposedly installed on every Model Y used as a Robotaxi. Tesla safety observers were seen with their fingers constantly hovering over a button.
Tire service center with stacked tires, red electric car, and automotive repair equipment in warehouse setting
My Tesla Model Y Got a Flat, and Tesla Service Totally Left Me Hanging With No Help For 24 Hours Plus a HUGE Fee - Here’s My Advice To All Tesla Owners
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases Tesla Model Y owner M.S., who just discovered the hard way that his Tesla Model Y has no spare, and Tesla support cannot offer practical help.
A sleek electric car drives on a deserted road with dramatic mountain peaks in the background, illuminated by soft sunset light.
My Tesla Safety Score Went Down to 64 Because Valet Drivers Don't Use Seatbelts, Tesla Needs to Fix This Technical Oversight That Affects FSD Beta Eligibility
By Noah Washington on
Your Tesla's Safety Score dictates insurance rates and FSD Beta eligibility, but what happens when a valet tanks a Tesla Model Y safety score by not buckling up? Owners are finding out the hard way that Tesla's system punishes them for others' actions.
A blue Toyota Prius parked by the waterfront, with a city skyline and cloudy sky in the background.
I Traded 60 MPG in My Prius for a 2025 Camry Hybrid After 2,500 Miles, A Heat Wave and Blown Tire Made Me Regret My Purchase
By Noah Washington on
The Prius was the smart choice, or so he thought. After a summer of sweltering heat and an unfortunate pothole incident, this owner realized his 2024 Prius wasn't the right fit. Now, he's embracing his "boring dad" self with a Camry Hybrid.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Doesn’t Drive His Truck If It’s Raining – Adds “My Wife Has to Go to The Doctor’s & I Don’t Know How to Tell Her She Shouldn’t Take The Cybertruck Because It’s Raining”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares he’s in a dilemma. Usually, he doesn’t drive his truck when it’s raining, but today his wife needs to go to the doctor’s and wants to take the truck. He is struggling to tell her not to drive the Cybertruck because of the rain.
Tesla Cybertruck
Several Tesla Cybertruck Owners Share That Their Truck Goes Into Full-On Regenerative Braking Every Time They Engage FSD at Highway Speed – Add “I’m Brake Checking People Every Time”
By Tinsae Aregay on
More than 10 Cybertruck owners report that their trucks engage full regenerative braking when they activate FSD on the highway and release the accelerator pedal. Cybertruck owners with multiple Teslas confirm this issue is exclusive to the Cybertruck.
Image of a Cadillac LYRIQ-V
I Didn’t Need 400 Horsepower, What I Needed Was My Cadillac LYRIQ to Get Me Home Without Charging
By Chris Johnston on
Why my Cadillac Lyriq forced me to rethink what really matters on a road trip.
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