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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 Hyundai NEXO and Hydrogen Cars
Hydrogen Cars in 2018: The Mirai, Clarity FC, and Nexo Charge Ahead
By Dean McManis on
In concept, hydrogen cars sound like a perfect solution to reduce air pollution from commuter automobiles. How come we don't see hydrogen cars like the Toyota Mirai, Hyundai Nexo and Honda Clarity FC commonly on the roads?
VW ID R racer does it at Pikes Peak hill climb
VW I.D. R Racer Tears Up Record Books in Successful Pikes Peak Challenge
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen has done it. After all of the teasers and development advance stories, the new I.D. R racer set out to take the speed record for the Pikes Peak Hill Climb and it did.
VW I.D. R Pikes Peak
Today’s the Day: We Will Finally Know if VW Takes Pikes Peak Record
By Marc Stern on
It all comes down to today. As Volkswagen prepares its I.D. R Pikes Peak challenger, the automaker hopes to set a bit of history with a new record mark for electric cars.
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Why 2019 Insight is Honda’s Answer to the perfect Compact 4-Door Sedan
By Parks McCants on
It’s not often that a major manufacturer delivers a superior car or light truck these days for less than $23,000. Honda’s 2019 Insight hybrid is the maker’s answer to the perfect compact 4-door sedan. However, there’s a heck of a lot more going on here than fuel economy.
Tesla P100DL Racecar
New Ludicrous Tesla Racecar is a Stripped Down Track Beast, But Will People Watch It?
By Max Marck on
A new all-electric race series is being developed - the Electric GT Championship - and the first car has been delivered. It started life as a normal Tesla P100DL, but has become an absolute monster.
Italdesign's flying taxi with Audi and airbus
The Next Taxi Might Be Audi's Flying Taxi with Italdesign and Airbus
By Marc Stern on
The next time you are in Ingolstadt, waiting for your cab, you might try looking up and watching. The reason is that your taxi is coming, however, this time it will be flying. Meet the flying taxi by Audi, Italdesign and Airbus.
2019 Subaru Crosstrek, new Crosstrek plug-in-hybrid, Crosstrek PHEV
2019 Subaru Crosstrek Gets Small Pricing Increase; All-New Plug-In-Hybrid
By Denis Flierl on
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek gets a small price increase. The big news is the new Crosstrek plug-in-hybrid.
Toyota Prius safety rating drops.
How the 2018 Toyota Prius Lost Its IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus Rating
By John Goreham on
The 2018 Toyota Prius and Prius Prime no longer hold the top rating by IIHS. Here's why.
Toyota and Prius score poorly on J.D. Power quality study.
Toyota and Prius Score Surprisingly Low On 2018 Initial Quality Study
By John Goreham on
Has someone moved Toyota's cheese? The latest initial quality study from one expert puts Toyota and the Prius in the also-ran group.
Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell SUV
Audi, Hyundai Powering Through Fuel Cells to Find The Right One
By Marc Stern on
Audi and Hyundai are working together on fuel cell technology with the hope that they will make a real dent in the electrical market.
2019 Honda Insight vs. Toyota Prius.
All-New 2019 Honda Insight vs. Toyota Prius - How Do they Compare?
By John Goreham on
Honda has released details on its new Insight Hybrid. We break down the similarities and differences to the current Toyota Prius.
Nissan Leaf
Nissan's Leaf Is Making Electric Vehicles Ever More Practical and Attractive
By Max Marck on
The Nissan Leaf occupies an interesting place in the EV market. While there are a few electric vehicles which are cheaper, the Leaf is still the most popular in the (barely) less than $30,000 market. With a couple of changes, the car inches toward becoming a realistic purchase for one-car families and individuals.
2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester, Forester hybrid, Forester e-Boxer hybrid
Orders For New Subaru Forester e-Boxer Hybrid Are Booming
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Corporation announced the new Japan-spec 2019 Forester e-Boxer Hybrid today. Pre-sales are booming.
VW Tanoak conceptA few years ago, someone in the auto industry – I think it was Sergio Marchionne, the head of Fiat Chrysler Autos – who said that the future of the auto industry was in consolidation and in combination. Marchionne, indeed, tried to peddle his auto company first to General Motors and then elsewhere, but, in the end FCA is still going it alone, though who knows what the future might hold. <strong>Jointly Developing Commercial Vehicles</strong> In another area, Volkswagen and Ford are in ta
Volkswagen, Ford Working Together on Truck Projects, More
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen and Ford are in talks about various joint projects. According to a report, they are working on a van project, as well as others.
2018 Toyota Prius C White Hatchback Front View 1200x900 size
Toyota Prius Dramatically Outselling "Prius Killer" Rivals Hyundai Ioniq and Kia Niro
By John Goreham on
Now that the newcomers have had time to get established in the marketplace, it's time to face reality. The Prius is still the dominant affordable green car in America.
Porsche Taycan
Tesla Model S Shoppers May Want to Hold Out for The Porsche Taycan
By Max Marck on
Since they began deliveries in 2014, Tesla's Model S has been the most affordable and practical electric car available. Since then, Tesla has further cemented its name in the marketplace, become the premier marque for electric vehicles. Now, however, a new entry into the market makes Tesla's already difficult financial situation less sure. Porsche has announced that the recently named Taycan electric sports car will be on the roads in 2019 - in the same price bracket as the Tesla Model S.
Tweet of image of burning Tesla Model S
Actor Tweets About Burning Tesla Model S - How Does The Response Compare To Her Other Recent Tweets?
By John Goreham on
Actor Mary McCormack recently tweeted about a burning Tesla Model S in which her husband was an occupant. Many Tesla fans say this is not newsworthy. The reaction to her tweet says otherwise.
3 nissan leafs parked
How Quickly The World Will Move Toward EVs - International Forecast
By Armen Hareyan on
The world's electric car flee will grow and this how fast it will grow according to this international forecast. Check out the global EV outlook.
"What does this weird button on my AC system do?"
What's That Button Do? Use Your Modern Prius Heating and Cooling For Maximum MPG - Here's How
By John Goreham on
"What does this weird button on my AC system do?" This is a common question new owners of Prius cars have. We can help.
VW ID R
Dual Battery Motors Power the VW Pikes Peak Hill Climb Challenger
By Marc Stern on
With less than two weeks until the Pikes Peak Hill Climb, VW gave a bit more in-depth information about the electric racer's dual electric motors.
Test your Tesla knowledge here.
Play Our Tesla Trivia Game - Test Your Tesla Knowledge
By John Goreham on
See how well you really know Tesla, its products, and its people. Play our trivia game.
Tesla Autopilot's fatal flaw.
Tesla Tries To Address Autopilot's Fatal Flaw Ahead of Full Self Driving Update
By John Goreham on
Tesla's Autopilot system has been involved in multiple crashes of Tesla cars with stationary objects. Here is what Tesla is trying to do to protect itself from liability and to protect its owners.
Kia Soul EV charging its battery
EV Owners' Verdict on EV Battery Life Expectancy
By Armen Hareyan on
At what mileage/kilometers on the odometer would you all deem EV is getting old? "Ultimately I am curious what the life expectancy is on one of these vehicles. I know you can continuously replace EV Battery Cells as they go bad rather than changing the entire battery pack," asks one Kia Soul EV owner in one of the popular electric car groups on Facebook, which actively discussed EV battery life expectancy.
Electric Golf
China Doubles Down on Electric Vehicle Commitment
By Marc Stern on
China is doubling down on its commitment to electric vehicles as the government tries to fight pollution problems and global warming. It now has the biggest electric vehicle fleet on the globe.
New Porsche Taycan
After Three Years as the Mission E, Porsche Renames Powerful Four-Door the Taycan
By Marc Stern on
In keeping with its corporate naming scheme, the powerful, luxury four-door Porsche electric Mission E has become the Porsche Taycan or "spirited young horse."
2019 Subaru Crosstrek plug-in-hybrid, new Crosstrek PHEV
Why New Subaru Crosstrek PHEV Was So Slow to Show
By Denis Flierl on
Why did it take Subaru so long to bring out their first-ever Crosstrek plug-in hybrid vehicle? It was a calculated move that could pay big dividends.
Green Dodge Challenger Parked in a green place
Is This Green Challenger Parked In The Right Place?
By Armen Hareyan on
I saw this green-colored Dodge Challenger parked here. Note that the parking lot lines are also in green color. Is this parking place for an electric car or green-colored car?
VW ID R Pikes Peak
VW Pikes Peak Racer Combines Engineering, Design Visions
By Marc Stern on
With the Pikes Peak Hill Climb drawing closer, Volkswagen discussed the combined visions that brought the curvy hill racer to life.
Tesla Model S and insuring Tesla
If Tesla Build In-House Insurance Here Is What It Needs To Succeed
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesa is developing its InsureMyTesla insurance program and further expanding it. Later in 2018 Alex Tsetsenekos, Head of North America for Tesla's new Managing General Agency, InsureMyTesla, will be joining the discussion to deliver the closing keynote presentation, Building a Customer Centric Insurance Company for Tesla, on October 3. I spoke with some Tesla Model S owners and here is what they said Tesla needs for them to switch to Tesla's own insurance program.
Tesla Model X accelerated before hitting lane barrier.
Report: Model X In Latest Tesla Autopilot Death Accelerated And Steered Into Barrier
By John Goreham on
The NTSB has issued a preliminary report on the latest fatality in a string of Tesla Autopilot crashes.
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