Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 4)

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.

A Gray 2025 Lucid Air drives along a winding road, surrounded by rugged mountains and a vast desert landscape under a clear sky.

The "Lucid Air Beats My Old Tesla Model 3 In Luxury But Fails At Smaller Things", 400 Miles Of Range Means Nothing Without Superchargers

By Noah Washington on May 2, 2025 - 9:18AM

The Lucid Air promised this former Tesla Model 3 owner luxury and a breathtaking 400-mile range, but after spending $90,000, he discovered one critical infrastructure problem that makes him watch as Tesla drivers effortlessly continue their journeys

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck's Unconventional Door Saved His Life During an Armed Robbery – Adds "I Was Targeted Because I Drive a Cybertruck"

By Tinsae Aregay on May 2, 2025 - 8:55AM

A Cybertruck owner claims he was targeted for armed robbery because of his expensive vehicle. However, he adds that the assailant wasn’t able to figure out how to open the Cybertruck’s unconventional door handles, which he credits with saving his life.

My 2023 Rivian R1T Makes a Strange Croaking Sound on Wakeup and I Have No Idea What’s Causing It

By Aram Krajekian on May 1, 2025 - 9:30PM

When a Rivian R1T owner heard a strange croaking sound every time his truck woke up, he turned to the community. What he found was both oddly common and surprisingly helpful.

My EV Charger Threw Errors Twice in One Day, and While Unplugging Fixed It Both Times, I’m Starting to Worry There’s a Bigger Problem Hiding Behind It

By Narek Hareyan on May 1, 2025 - 9:04PM

A simple charger glitch that vanished with a quick unplug turned into a deeper mystery, and now one Rivian owner’s experience has EV drivers everywhere rethinking what’s really hiding behind those charging errors.

My First RV Trip with a Rivian R1S Cut My Range in Half, but Towing Was Shockingly Easy, and I Found the One Charging Station That Got It Right

By Narek Hareyan on May 1, 2025 - 2:35PM

Towing a 5,000 lb trailer with a Rivian might sound like a nightmare for range and charging, but one owner’s real-world trip proves it can be smooth, easy, and even more convenient than you'd expect.

I Drove My Gen1 R1S for Two Years, Then Traded It In for a Gen2, and Somehow Got More Than I Paid

By Narek Hareyan on May 1, 2025 - 1:29PM

After two years with his Rivian R1S, Sanjiv got more than he paid when he traded it in, and his story might change how you think about EV ownership and resale value forever.

Image of BMW's all-electric i4 sports sedan by John Goreham

EV Inflection Point - BMW, Hummer, Chevrolet, and GMC, Are the Latest Brands to Pause, Reduce, or Stop Electric Vehicle Production as the Industry Slowly Admits that EV Market Share Stalled In the U.S. 27 Months Ago

By John Goreham on May 1, 2025 - 9:14AM

With each passing quarter, it becomes increasingly evident that U.S. consumer adoption of battery-electric vehicles has stalled at around 8%. Automakers are scaling back their production of EVs, adapting to the lower-than-hoped-for take rate.

A 2025 Gray Tesla Model Y drives on a rural road, set against a backdrop of snowy mountains under a clear blue sky.

I Worked For Tesla And Discovered A Hidden Tire Warranty That Saved Me 25% On Replacements, Plus Four More Secrets Model Y Owners Are Never Told About

By Noah Washington on May 1, 2025 - 5:03AM

A former Tesla employee just dropped five ownership hacks every Model Y driver needs to know, but Tesla won’t tell you.

Image of a 2025 Kia EV charging up at a Tesla Supercharger courtesy of Kia media support.

I Just Discovered That Kia Vehicles Can Now Charge on Tesla Superchargers, and Here Is The App You Need and What To Know About Ports and Adapters

By John Goreham on April 30, 2025 - 4:30PM

Kia is the very latest brand to gain access to the Tesla Supercharger network. This is an ideal time to try the network before your next road trip.

My Rivian Only Gets 2.4 mi/kWh, but It’s Still Cheaper to Drive Than Gas SUVs, and I Made a Simple Comparison to Prove It

By Narek Hareyan on April 30, 2025 - 3:05PM

This Rivian owner gets just 2.4 mi/kWh, but his cost-per-mile is so low it puts gas SUVs to shame, and his simple math might finally end the EV efficiency debate.

The second batch of the Ye Series models, co-developed with Honda and leading Chinese carmakers GAC and DongFeng

Honda's New GT Concept Is Not What People Want, But It Paints An Interesting Future For The Japanese Brand

By Dimitar Angelov on April 30, 2025 - 1:40PM

At the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, Honda unveiled two fastback models, co-developed with leading Chinese automakers, and it paints a picture of the brand's future.

Image shows an Icelandic Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Plug-in Hybrid-Electric vehicle

I Made the Mistake of Opting For an Electric Vehicle With a Plug to Experience Charging While Traveling, And Here’s Why I Won’t Bother Renting an EV on Vacation Again Even Though I Loved The Mitsubishi EclipseCross

By Hande Tuncer on April 30, 2025 - 10:33AM

I’m a tech-savvy driver who owns a hybrid-electric vehicle as my daily. During a recent trip to Iceland, I rented a vehicle with a plug so that I could try to see how charging worked as a newcomer to the technology. What a waste of time.

A Cybertruck Owner Says He Took His Truck in for Service For a Minor Issue; However, Tesla Surprised Him With a New High-Voltage Battery Pack – He Adds, “I’m Happy I Got a Better Cybertruck Loaner”

By Tinsae Aregay on April 30, 2025 - 7:33AM

A Cybertruck owner says he was surprised when Tesla informed him that he needed a high-voltage battery pack replacement after bringing his truck in for a minor issue. However, he is pleased with the newer Cybertruck loaner Tesla provided him.

Tesla Issues Another Recall For Its 2 Most Popular EV Models

By Dimitar Angelov on April 30, 2025 - 4:28AM

Certain Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Models May Experience Steering Issues, But Luckily, There Is A Solution.

Image of Tesla's Cybertruck parked in Metro Boston taken by John Goreham

The Amount of Angry Looks, Middle Fingers, and People That Yell At Me While I Drive My Tesla Cybertruck Is Absolutely Insane, And the People That Are Mad At Me Are the Same Ones That Just a Year Ago Were Telling Everybody to Buy EVs To Save the Planet

By John Goreham on April 29, 2025 - 8:46PM

We paraphrase Tesla Cybertruck Owner JF, who is confounded by the fact that the people going crazy about his choice of vehicle are the same ones who previously looked down their noses at anyone who didn’t drive an EV.

My 2022 Tesla Model 3 Hit 200,000 Miles and It Still Drives Like New with the Original Battery

By Aram Krajekian on April 29, 2025 - 5:22PM

This Tesla owner just crossed 200,000 miles with ease, still driving on the original battery. Here’s why his story challenges what many people think about Tesla longevity.

My Rivian R1S Gen2 Started Making a Firecracker Popping Noise After Turns, and Now I’m Searching for Answers

By Narek Hareyan on April 29, 2025 - 1:53PM

A small firecracker noise from a brand-new Rivian R1S sparked one owner’s search for answers, and what he found could help every EV driver catch small problems before they turn big.

My Rivian Was Plugged In and Ready to Charge Overnight, but I Woke Up to a Dead Battery and a Big Mystery

By Narek Hareyan on April 29, 2025 - 12:59PM

Sara did everything right when she plugged in her Rivian overnight, but what she woke up to sparked a mystery every EV owner needs to hear, and it might just change the way you change your car forever.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says a Lady Crashed Into His Truck, but He Doesn’t Want to Report the Damage – Adds “I Don’t Want to Be Away From My Beloved Cybertruck While It’s at the Repair Shop”

By Tinsae Aregay on April 29, 2025 - 10:02AM

A Cybertruck owner says he prefers not to report the damage to his truck, despite the other party being at fault for backing into it. He’s willing to forgo the repairs because he doesn’t want to be separated from his beloved Cybertruck for weeks.

A Cybertruck Owner Says Everytime He Visits a Drive-Thru in His Cybertruck, His Food Has Been Unpleasant & Cold – He Adds “I Overhear the Staff Saying He’s Driving a Cybertruck”

By Tinsae Aregay on April 29, 2025 - 8:17AM

A Cybertruck owner shares his suspicion that fast food workers are intentionally messing up his food every time he visits a Drive-Thru in his Cybertruck. Several Cybertruck owners share this sentiment, whereas others report the exact opposite.

I Just Bought a Used Cybertruck, Live 3 Hours Away, and Now My Tesla App Says Drop It Off and Pick It Up Next Week!? Are They Giving Me a Loaner?

By Denis Flierl on April 29, 2025 - 7:42AM

What happens when a customer buys a used Tesla Cybertruck and then takes their vehicle in for non-warranty service? Do they get a loaner vehicle from the dealer? Beth lives three hours away from the service center. Here is what Tesla owners need to know.

A 2025 Gray Rivian R1T pickup truck swiftly drives past, surrounded by lush greenery, showcasing its sleek design and modern aesthetics.

'I Bought A $67K Rivian R1T Sight Unseen, Now I Have 7 Days To Find Every Problem', Industry Expert Reveals Why 'Consumers Are Rushing To Buy' Before Prices Spike

By Noah Washington on April 29, 2025 - 6:57AM

Buying a $67K Rivian sight-unseen off Carvana, genius move or costly gamble? Reddit user itstomclark took the plunge and now has just seven nail-biting days to uncover every potential issue lurking beneath that glossy exterior before his return window.

Two modern 2025 Volkswagen Tayrons, a white one and a purple one, parked by the seaside with a scenic view of mountains and clouds in the background.

'My Volkswagen Suddenly Slams On The Brakes At 80 MPH When It Sees A 20 MPH Sign On A Different Road', VW Owner Claims Cruise Control Is 'So Dangerous I Can't Even Use It'

By Noah Washington on April 29, 2025 - 5:23AM

A Volkswagen driver claims the automaker’s high-tech cruise control isn't just annoying, it’s downright dangerous. After his car violently slammed on the brakes at highway speeds because it misread a sign meant for another road.

A Cybertruck Owner Says his Truck Has Spent 22 of the 60 Days He's owned it at a Tesla Service Center. However, He Adds, “We All Know Tesla Makes the Most Reliable Vehicles in the World; I Love My Cybertruck”

By Tinsae Aregay on April 28, 2025 - 8:47AM

A Cybertruck owner says his truck left him stranded in the middle of nowhere and has spent 22 days at Tesla service. However, he states, “I love my Cybertruck; I’m not a hater. We’ll know Tesla makes the most reliable cars in the world.”

A blue 2025 Rivian R1S SUV drives down a tree-lined street, showcasing modern design amidst lush greenery and suburban homes.

My $90,000 Rivian Can't Even Show My Location On The Map While I'm Driving, Even Rivian Admits Their Software Performance Is 'Not Where It Should Be'

By Noah Washington on April 28, 2025 - 7:13AM

Rivian’s futuristic infotainment looks stunning in the R1T & R1S, but real-world owners are reporting frustrating lag and navigation glitches that even the company admits shouldn’t be happening.

A Cybertruck Buyer Says Tesla is Trying to Sell Him a Cybertruck That Has Been Sitting on the Lot for 4 Months – Adds “The Truck Was Built on January 8th”

By Tinsae Aregay on April 28, 2025 - 7:01AM

A brand-new Cybertruck buyer says he will reject delivery because Tesla is attempting to sell him a truck that has been sitting on the lot for months. His suspicion arose when Tesla matched him with a VIN immediately after he placed his order.

My 2021 Tesla Model 3 Went In for a Quick Battery Replacement But Came Back With a Charging Problem I Never Expected

My 2021 Tesla Model 3 Went Into Service for a Quick Battery Replacement But Came Back With a Charging Problem I Never Expected

By Aram Krajekian on April 28, 2025 - 5:58AM

Dmitry took his Tesla Model 3 in for a quick battery swap, but what he got back was a bigger headache than he expected. Here’s how a simple service visit turned into a situation that Tesla owners can learn from.

A futuristic electric truck, Tesla Cybertruck, stands on a desert dune at dusk, silhouetted against a twilight sky.

My Cybertruck Hit 20K Miles And Costs Just $0.075 Per Mile, But The 50% Depreciation Feels Like Highway Robbery

By Noah Washington on April 27, 2025 - 7:34PM

I just crossed 20,000 miles in my Cybertruck, averaging just $0.075 per mile, but seeing it drop nearly 50% in value already? That hurts more than any service bill.

A gray 2025 GMC Sierra EV pickup truck parked outdoors, showcasing its modern design and bold front grille against a blurred natural backdrop.

My Sierra EV Hit 10K Miles And Crushes Road Trips In Zero-Degree Weather, But The Occasional Rattle And Buggy App Make Me Want My Rivian R1T Back

By Noah Washington on April 27, 2025 - 7:24PM

I just hit 10,000 miles in my GMC Sierra EV, road-tripped through subzero temps. But constant rattles and a glitchy app are driving me nuts.

Elon Musk Calls an Emergency Meeting With Tesla’s Autopilot Team After Jim Cramer Gives Tesla’s FSD Approach the Stamp of Approval – Musk Says “Inverse Cramer is a Tough Karma to Overcome”

By Tinsae Aregay on April 27, 2025 - 10:37AM

Elon Musk has shared his concern after CNBC host Jim Cramer came out in support of Tesla’s approach to solving driverless cars. Musk has gathered Tesla’s autopilot team for an emergency meeting over the weekend.

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