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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 31)

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 Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected flat tire on a Tesla Cybertruck turned into a $554 quote and sparked a debate every EV owner needs to read before it happens to them.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Multiple Cybertruck owners have reported door malfunctions after water entered the door panels during a window tinting process. The water has damaged the doors' electronics, causing them to open spontaneously.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk has expressed concern that Tesla critics might intentionally tamper with the Robotaxis, which are currently offering paid public rides, to cause accidents and harm Tesla’s reputation.
By Mary Conway on
The recall affects all 200,000 Ford electric SUVs sold in the U.S. and another 120,000 sold outside the U.S.
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Tesla Cybertruck have an issue with its wheel covers constantly becoming misaligned? Jeremy, a Cybertruck owner, says he shouldn't have to align a wheel that costs $3,500. Is the issue overblown, is it legitimate, or is he just a perfectionist?
By Dimitar Angelov on
This humble and underpowered Honda Insight is still chugging along with almost a million miles on the odometer, and it's not slowing down.
By Chris Johnston on
Free power for my Ioniq 5 at a quiet shopping center, and now a retail giant is doubling down on EV charging.
By Denis Flierl on
How many Cybertruck and other Tesla owners are upside down in their vehicle loans? Other owners have just welcomed a new Cybertruck owner, and some say they are upside down. They owe more than the vehicle is worth. Is this a growing trend? 
By Noah Washington on
He's driven his Chevy Bolt nearly 70,000 miles in just 2.5 years, but his cross-continent adventures are overshadowed by a common EV problem… Uber drivers stubbornly hogging chargers at 99% battery.
By Noah Washington on
The Ford Mustang Mach-E proved itself on a 500-mile road trip, making EV travel "not too bad" in 2025, but a bizarre incident with inoperable Tesla chargers reveals the still-evolving infrastructure.
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase 2022 Tesla Model Y owner J.M., who has concerns that the battery in the Model Y he owns may be suffering from premature degradation. Here’s what fellow owners have to say about the result.
By Chris Johnston on
From Saturn to Slate, plastic panels are back and this time they might actually stick.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reported that her vehicle experienced multiple system failures, rendering it undrivable. However, after reporting the issues to the Tesla service department, the Cybertruck owner ended up praising the EV maker.
By Aram Krajekian on
It only took one flat tire and a few hundred feet for this Cybertruck owner to realize just how expensive a simple mistake can get.
By Noah Washington on
He traded his Jeep for a Lucid Air GT and felt like he drove into the future, but a $40 charge for 200 miles and a useless auto-park feature are quickly turning his dream into an expensive reality check.
By Noah Washington on
He's on a cross-Canada road trip in his Charger Daytona EV, but every charging stop is a battlefield, as his muscle EV consistently fails on the same chargers that work for every other electric car.
By Rob Enderle on
The KG Motors Mibot represents more than just a new electric car; it signifies a potential paradigm shift towards prioritizing low-cost, single-passenger sheltered transportation in urban environments.
By Noah Washington on
After 9 months, he loves the 90 MPG and torque of his 2024 Toyota Prius, but a passionate owner reveals the "nagging truths" about its flawed window switches and suspected insurance-spiking data collection.
By Rob Enderle on
Gotion High-Tech's revolutionary solid-state battery, boasting a 7-minute full charge and 800,000 km lifespan with enhanced safety, is poised to redefine EV technology and could propel China years ahead in the global electric mobility race.
By Rob Enderle on
Jeep's new three-speed automatic transmission for EVs is a game-changer, promising improved performance and battery life, and crucially, enhancing off-road capability beyond what current EV transmissions offer, uniquely positioning Jeep for the future.
By Chris Johnston on
The latest Nissan LEAF has sparked reactions across social media, and for good reason.
By Aram Krajekian on
This owner just wanted to save a little battery on her Rivian while camping, but what happened the moment she got back to a hotel says everything about how unpredictable life can be.
By John Goreham on
Electric vehicle market share in the U.S. has dropped by over a percentage point since its prior highs. Here is why EV share has declined, and which brands are seeing losses and which gains.
By Aram Krajekian on
Some still say the Cybertruck isn’t a real truck, but after seeing it haul over 3,000 pounds, auto-level, and barely lose any range, many might start to see it differently.
By Noah Washington on
Owning 80 cars never phased him, but his Hummer EV has changed everything. He reveals why this electric juggernaut gives him "anxiety 100% of the time."
By Dimitar Angelov on
The latest rumors paint a Subaru Brat as an electric twin to the soon-to-return Toyota Stout light pickup truck.
By John Goreham on
The cost of gasoline is the same today as it was in the heyday of American gas-guzzling muscle cars in the late 1950s and 1960s. Let’s look at what this means for American vehicle choices.
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine an 80-year-old grandpa riding in a Tesla Model 3 for the first time. His grandson is an avid Tesla owner and wants to show his grandfather the car's new technology. When he activates FSD, his mind is blown. 
By Chris Johnston on
It's not range anxiety, it's charger anxiety. A Nissan Leaf, a full charger, and a summer traffic jam reveal the deeper problem EV owners are facing at summertime destinations.