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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.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, plug-in hybrid, all-electric, new Subaru EV
Breaking: Subaru to Join New EV Partnership With Toyota and Mazda
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Corporation will join an EV partnership with Toyota and Mazda. When will Subaru unveil their new all-electric vehicle?
Toyota, Mazda and Denso team up on EVs.
Toyota Buddies Up With Mazda and Denso On Electric Vehicles
By John Goreham on
Toyota builds a posse to go after future EV sales.
Tesla Model 3
Tesla: Massive Success With Model 3 vs Making Niche Cars
By Armen Hareyan on
Today as I scanning the Tesla discussions in forums and groups I noticed an interesting opinion, which claimed that Tesla will have more success with niche cars vs going mass market with Model 3, despite Model 3's success. Here is the loginc behind this claim and how Tesla CEO meets at least one of his goals no matter what.
Tesla Motors Dealership
Tesla's Advantages and Disadvantages After Every Carmaker Goes Electric
By Armen Hareyan on
Recently one automaker after another made announcements about their electric vehicle plans and it seems that all of them will eventually go electric. If they do Tesla, a clear leader with Nissan Leaf and Chevy Bolt will have certain advantages, but also disadvantages.
2018 Nissan LEAF, LEAF NISMO
Nissan Turns Over a New LEAF; Check Out the Hot LEAF NISMO Hatch
By Denis Flierl on
Nissan has revealed a new LEAF NISMO concept hot hatch. This is one model we hope they bring to production.
Chevy Bolt 2018
Why GM is charging ahead into electric vehicles
By Mary Conway on
General Motors announced it is planning 20 new electric vehicles. What does this announcement really mean for customers?
Tesla Model S sales surprise.
Tesla Model S Sales Surprise
By John Goreham on
As Tesla's Model 3 flounders, the Model S shines.
Tesla misses Model 3 delivery goals.
Tesla Model 3 Sales One-tenth of What Was Promised
By John Goreham on
Stop us if you've heard this one before, Tesla just missed its delivery promise.
Tesla Model S GPS problem and fix
The Tesla Model S GPS Problem, and How to Fix It
By Alex Reichenbach on
Tesla Model S owners have reported a strange issue recently, the onboard GPS is getting stuck in a single position. Moving, not moving, charging not charging, the car on the GPS display never changes positions, even when the car is miles away, assumable stuck where the problem first occurred. If the owner tries to map a route somewhere the GPS begins it at the perceived point of the car and will not find the car at its actual location to properly map the route.
2018_Honda_Accord_Hybrid
2 Key features ‘normalize’ 2018 Honda Accord Hybrid
By Parks McCants on
To buy hybrid or go conventional? As the auto industry turns to electrification in the righteous quest for near zero emissions, greater fuel efficiency, and torque, 2018 Honda Accord “normalizes” the hybrid drive and ride experience.

Nissan Leaf Charging
What Happens To Tesla, Nissan Leaf and ICE Cars if California Bans ICE Vehicles
By Armen Hareyan on
California is considering a ban on gas cars. If this becomes reality it will be both threat and opportunity for Tesla vehicles, Nissan Leaf, other EVs as well as ICE cars.
Tesla Model X Europe Trip
Cross European Tesla Model X Adventure From Norway To Greece
By Alex Reichenbach on
Tesla haters and electric skeptics all like to sight the same arguments when talking about why not to buy an electric vehicle. One of the big ones is “well what happens when you run out of power?” The answer is nothing really. You don’t unless you are extremely careless or unlucky. And If that’s the case well, yeah, you’re in a bit of a situation.
Used EVs flying off dealer lots.
Electric Vehicles Are Upsetting the Used Car Market - Here's Why
By John Goreham on
Electric Vehicles have not gone mainstream yet, but the used car market offers a clue to their future.
Tesla Model 3 color requests
Here Are Some 9 New Color Requests for Tesla Model 3
By Armen Hareyan on
New colors of Tesla Model 3 have emerged online, but those are only color requests by Model 3 fans.
Tesla Model S and Model 3 Paint defects from factory
Video Shows Model 3, Model S Paint Defects From Factory, But Is This Really and Issue?
By Armen Hareyan on
When you a brand new Tesla Model S or a Model 3 you don't expect a paint defect from factory. But apparently many new cars have them and only obsessively careful people can notice them.
Toyota moves hybrid production to America.
Toyota's Latest Hybrid Move Just One Of Many That Support U.S. Jobs
By John Goreham on
Toyota's long record of "In-sourcing" by moving work into America continues.
2018 Nissan Leaf
I Just Saw The 2018 Nissan Leaf and Here Is How It Feels To Sit in Driver's Seat
By Alex Guberman on
Do you know how it feels inside the new 2018 Nissan Leaf? Last week at the Drive Electric event in Northern California, I was excited for the opportunity to get inside the pre-production 2018 Nissan Leaf and check it out for myself.
Tesla Model 3 Vehicles
I Am Not a Green Person, But I Bought a Tesla Model S
By Christopher Russo on
I think Tesla fans can be equated at times like that of sharks in a feeding frenzy. They attack with an amount of voracity that can at times be overwhelming. They can swarm with the aggressiveness of hornets. They are quite proud of Model S, X and Model 3 and my experience in this one instance is that it can do no wrong. Sorry to burst a bubble but that is incorrect.
Tesla Model S Software Updated
Model S Owners Too See Useful Benefits from Recent Tesla Software Update
By Alex Reichenbach on
Tesla released one of their most useful software updates recently, it’s unclear how soon every Tesla currently on the road will get the update but it has a promising feature many Model S owners will be thankful to have.
Tesla Charge Station Adapter
Model S Owners Are Unhappy With a New Adapter Allowing Other EVs To Charge at Tesla Chargers
By Armen Hareyan on
Recently there were lots of mentions in the media that Tesla Destination Chargers are becoming crowded and as if this was not enough, now a new J1772 adapter allows other electric cars to charge at Tesla’s Destination Chargers. Not every Tesla Model S owner is happy with that, we all need to adjust and make space.
2018 Toyota Camry vs. Prius fuel economy.
2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid LE Matches Toyota Prius' 52 MPG Fuel Economy
By John Goreham on
The new Toyota Camry Hybrid LE now has the same combined fuel economy as the Prius.
PHEV vs BEV cars
How Long Can PHEVs Hold in Light of Nissan Leaf and Tesla Model 3
By Armen Hareyan on
Plug-in Hybrid vehicles (PHEV) can hold little longer, but not much longer in light of Tesla Model 3 and Nissan Leaf advance.
Tesla Model S Rear Light
Tesla Model S Wave, A Trick Out of The Jeep Playbook
By Alex Reichenbach on
If you have ever owned a Jeep you are probably aware of the phenomenon known as the Jeep Wave. Well, you will undoubtedly be delighted to know that such an action is not strictly limited to Jeeps. Tesla Model S owners seem to have gotten in on the fun as well.
2017 NIssan Leaf
Less Commonly Advertised Perks of Driving Nissan Leaf
By Armen Hareyan on
Today I read a very interesting discussion where the Leaf owners were talking about the unexpected perks of driving Nissan Leaf. You have to be a Leaf driver to understand them because apparently they are less commonly advertised.

Kia Soul EV
2018 Soul EV's Leaked Range Isn't Impressive, But Kia Can Win With This Move
By Armen Hareyan on
Leaked document shows the 2018 Kia Soul EV model's battery improvement, but not enough. Is there anything KIA can do to make it competitive? Yes, if it can make this simple step.
Tesla Model S Wall Connector Installed
Tesla Wall Connector Install Price Was Too High, So I Did It Myself
By Armen Hareyan on
Some cities have strict electric ordinances making it more expensive for Tesla Model S owners to have a Wall Connector installed at an affordable prices. Yes, if you can pay the price of Model S you should be able to afford the cost of Wall Connector installation. But one man did it himself and here is how he did it.
Tesla Model 3 red yellow button
This Button In Model 3 Looks Like Either Emergency E-Stop of Self-Destruction
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla Model 3 is found in San Luis Obispo carrying a big red self destruct button, but some people comment that it may be an emergency e-stop. What do you think?
Jeep Wrangler vs Tesla Model S
From Jeep Wrangler To Tesla Model S, Going From One Extreme To The Other
By Christopher Russo on
Going from a Jeep Wrangler to a Tesla Model S is not an easy change because you go from one extreme to another, but here is how it happened in my case.
2000 miles in Chevy Bolt
Nothing Impractical About Chevy Bolt When You Drive 2000 Miles in 10 Days
By Calvin Young on
So how far can you go before you have to stop? How long does it take to charge? You can’t go anywhere too far right? If you you have spoken with anyone about your EV, you have probably heard these questions over and over again. All trying to point out the impracticality of EVs. Well, I can tell you that, yes, while these deserve consideration, there’s nothing impractical about the Chevy Bolt.
2018 Mercedes Benz S 560e
Plug in Hybrid Mercedes S Class One Step Closer to Tesla Model S
By Alex Reichenbach on
Mercedes has unveiled a new plug in hybrid at the 2017 Frankfurt Automotive Show. Some of the specifications of Mercedes S 560e are impressive putting it in direct competition with Tesla Model S.
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