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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.

The other cars Toyota Prius owners drive may surprise you.
The Other Cars Toyota Prius Owners Drive May Surprise You, Sorry if it Ruins Your Stereotyping
By John Goreham on
We polled Toyota Prius owners to see what else was in their garage. The results were eye-opening.
Tesla Model S and Range Anxiety in Grand Canyon
How the Tesla Model S may give you range anxiety, all the way to the grand canyon
By Sashka Avanyan on
A couple from Atlanta decided to take their Tesla Model S on a road trip across the United States and pushed the car to it’s limits in long distance driving. And then range anxiety at Grand Canyon.
Million-mile Toyota Prius driver shares his secrets.
Driver With 1 Million Driven Toyota Prius Miles & Owner of a 300,000 Mile Toyota Prius Shares High-Mileage Secrets
By John Goreham on
Have you ever wondered what owners of extremely high mileage cars do to keep them running smoothly? One Toyota Prius owner tells all.
Toyota Prius vs Chevy Volt
Chevy Volt and Bolt Are Great Cars, but Why Prius Outsells Them
By Armen Hareyan on
In this story Chevy Volt and Bolt owners tell why Toyota Prius outsells Chevy Bolt and Volt. There are several objective reasons for that and GM must do something about them.
Expert points to Tesla Model 3 quality and safety concerns.
Analysis of Tesla Model 3 Raises Quality & Safety Concerns - "This Thing Is A Miserable Job"
By John Goreham on
Watch as an industry expert picks apart the Tesla Model 3 on Safety and quality. What he reveals is surprising.
2018 Nissan Leaf Review
2018 Nissan Leaf's Single Move Helps EV Owner Valet
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2018 Nissan Leaf not only has an amazing technology and a bold new design, but also does something with charing that helps the new Leaf owner valet. Actually it will help the EV owner valets too. Here is how.
Tesla Model S Self Driving
Waymo 1st, Tesla Last in CA Self-Driving Car Report, But 4 Reasons We Can't Make Hard Conclusions
By Anthony Amaturo on
California just released its 2017 report on autonomous vehicle testing in the state. What does it include and what can we learn from it?
Tesla's Model 3 must hit these sales goals to become mainstream.
2018 Milestones Tesla Model 3 Deliveries Must Hit To Become Mass Market
By John Goreham on
Tesla set high goals for Model 3 deliveries in 2018 and beyond. Here are some key milestones the company must hit for the Model 3 to be the mass market success Tesla has promised.
Tesla's new software updates
3 Practical Updates That Tesla Just Made to Model S, Model X and 3 Vehicles
By Armen Hareyan on
What do you think about these new 3 updates that Tesla just made to its Model S, Model X and Model 3 cars? How these software updates improve your driving experience? I particularly like the 3rd improvement in this list.
Tesla Model 3 Assembly Line
Tesla just registered 1,262 new Model 3 VINs: Highest VIN is 11,322
By Armen Hareyan on
A Twitter page, that tracks Tesla Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) updates its page once a week and refers to NHTSA's website noting that currently, Tesla has 11,322 registered VINs.
Waymo Chrysler Pacifica Autonomous Car
When Will Autonomous Vehicles Become a Reality and How Will They Really Be Used
By Anthony Amaturo on
Predicted time-table shows we will see autonomous cars in our future, but large changes will come in decades because of incredible challenges and complex driving environment. These scenarios illustrate how autonomous vehicles could impact various users' travel
2018 Electric Vehicle forecast.
2018 Electric Vehicle Forecast - Winner and Losers
By John Goreham on
We continue our tradition of presenting an annual electric vehicle sales forecast. Call us wrong. We dare you.
Tesla Model 3 deliveries jump in January 2018.
Tesla Model 3 Deliveries Edge Up In Janaury 2018 - A New EV Sales Leader?
By John Goreham on
January could be the turning point for Tesla Model 3 deliveries. Here's the new EV sales picture for 2018.
Tesla Model S Autopilot Display
Don't Ignore These Display Messages When Using Tesla's Autopilot
By Armen Hareyan on
There needs to be better human-machine-interface interaction as people need to quit the "head down" instrumentation nonsense and develop a head-up display, comments Adam Non to Torque News, discussing Autopilot's limitations and drivers' need to keep situational awareness.
Prius is on new Toyota recall list.
Check To See If Your Prius Is On This New Toyota Recall List
By John Goreham on
The Prius makes a rare appearance on a new Toyota recall list. Airbags again.
VW sign
VW to use Le Mans-winning Porsche driver to pilot electric racer in Pike's Peak Climb
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen has reached across the aisle, so to speak, as it has hired Romain Dumas to pilot its new electric racing entry up Pike's Peak. Dumas, a former factory driver for Porsche, has experience with hybrids and has done well in enduro racing, winning eight races, including two Le Mans.
Wiebe Wakker with is Electric VW
Man Drives His Electric VW Golf from Netherlands to Australia Without Money
By Armen Hareyan on
Wiebe Wakker is driving from Netherlands to Australia in an electric Volkswagen without money and now he is in Indonesia, seen in this picture with that iconic, Kuala Lumpur skyline. He is driving a retrofitted VW Golf.
Tesla Model 3 and Reverse Engineering
Tesla Model 3 bought for $100K to be dismembered by competitors
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla's competitors are willing to pay a heavy price for the privilege of being able to try and obtain all the secrets of Model 3. It's for Model 3's reverse engineering.
2019 Honda Insight Prototype
The New Honda Insight Prototype is a Gorgeous Hybrid
By Patrick Rall on
Honda didn’t announce any real details on the 2019 Insight Prototype that debuted earlier this month in Detroit, but we don’t need hard numbers to know that this is the best-looking version of the hybrid Honda thus far – while also being one of the best-looking hybrids in the US market.
NTSB investigates new Tesla Model S crash that may involve Autopilot.
NTSB Looks At Tesla Crash - Why Can't Pricey Teslas Auto-Brake Like Affordable Cars Do?
By John Goreham on
The National Transportation Safety Board is looking into an accident that the driver of a Tesla Model S says happened while Autopilot was engaged.
Tesla Long Press
How To Bring Tesla Apps To The Top Of The Screen With Long Press
By Mark Newman on
Here is another cool Tesla tip! In earlier versions of the Tesla OS, all applications would default to the top half of the screen. Applications like Media, Energy, and Phone now default to the bottom. If you want an application to appear at the top, simply long-press or touch-and-hold the application icon.
How Tesla Autopilot Works
Pilots and Tesla Owners Explain How Autopilot Works
By Armen Hareyan on
After Tesla Model S recently crashed into a stopped firetruck many people started to raise the question of how Tesla Autopilot works and how it should work. As a result, some people started critiquing Tesla for calling its system Autopilot.
Advantages of Tesla Model 3 vs Model S
Tesla Model 3 Has 5 Key Advantages Over Model S
By Armen Hareyan on
In this video tech Youtuber Andy Slye shows 5 clear advantages that Tesla Model 3 has over Model S.
Tesla Model 3
30 Minute Wait To Sit in a Model 3 at Tesla Manhattan
By Armen Hareyan on
The picture in this Tweet shows You have to wait in line for 30 minutes to sit in a Tesla Model 3 in Manhattan Tesla dealership in NYC.
Chevy Bolt vs Tesla Model S
Few Advantages of Chevy Bolt vs Model S, But Are They Comparable?
By Armen Hareyan on
The advantages of Chevy Bolt vs Tesla Model S depends on your driving habits, distances your drive, price and and the size you need.
Tesla Model S vs Chevy Bolt
Used Tesla Model S Prices vs Owning a New Chevy Bolt
By Armen Hareyan on
I am looking at purchasing a Bolt EV for delivery in mid October. I was looking at the cost of a used Tesla Model S 85 and the price is about $11,000 more than the Chevy Bolt. My question is in about 8 months time would the used Tesla market come down enough to justify giving up the Ontario incentives to own a Tesla, or should I get a new Bolt?
Toyota Prius is America's best delivery vehicle.
Toyota Prius - The Perfect Delivery Vehicle?
By John Goreham on
The Toyota Prius is well known as the best green car on the planet, but is it also the best delivery vehicle in America?
Tesla Semi Truck
4 Pros and Cons of Electric Semi Trucks After Tesla's Tested Its Own
By Armen Hareyan on
Opponents of Tesla Semi say it's not cost effective, but proponents say the cost is comparable to diesel trucks. Here are 4 pros and cons for electric Semi trucks.
Tesla Semi Truck in CA Public Roads
3 Things We Learned About Tesla Semi Truck From The 8-Second Video Clip
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla is now testing its Semi truck in the wild and public roads and there is a new 8-second video clip of that test.
Tesla Summon Feature on Model X Video
Here Is When Tesla Summon Feature Is Most Useful
By Armen Hareyan on
This is probably the best video of Tesla Summon feature showing Model X driving itself out of a puddle to its owner.
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