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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 34)

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.

Image of Tesla showroom by John Goreham
Here’s Why, How, and When EVs Will Drop From 8% to Just 5% Market Share In the U.S.
By John Goreham on
Federal support for EVs in America has shifted from all-in to abjectly hostile. EV market share had already flatlined, so what is about to happen in Q4 and beyond? Here’s how EVs lose share and settle in at around 5% U.S. market share, down from 8%.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited charges slowly at a Tesla Supercharger
I Tried Tesla Supercharging My 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited, and It Only Reached 78kW, Which Dropped to a Much Lower Level as My Battery SOC Approached 80% - Shouldn’t It Be Much Faster?
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases a Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner who has just experienced a nearly identical result we observed when charging his EV at a Tesla Supercharger. Why is DC charging so much slower than expected?
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He’s Listing His House for Sale Together With the Truck – Adds, “The Cybertruck Will Attract Affluent Buyers Who Will Pay in Cash”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares his plan to use the truck to sell his house. He believes that including the Cybertruck in the house listing will attract wealthier clients and also help with marketing and spreading the word.
2025 McLaren Artura Spider charges on an Emporia Level 2 EV charger inside a lucky person's garage
Two-Year Testing Update of the Emporia Level 2 EV Charger - Here’s How This Unit Holds Up to Regular Use With Virtually Every EV Model Sold In America
By John Goreham on
Two years ago, we began testing an EV charger from Emporia. Little did we know just how valuable this charger would end up being for our daily electric vehicle testing.
Toyota Tundra and a new Tesla Model 3
New Tesla Model 3 Owner Says, “I Was a Life Long Toyota Dude, But My Wife Getting the Model Y Changed My Worldview, and Now My Tundra Is In the Wind”
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Tundra owner has changed in his worldview since his wife bought a Tesla Model Y. What did he do? He purchased a 2025 Tesla Model 3 and says he'll never go back to an ICE vehicle again. Check out Samuel's surprising Toyota to Tesla story. 
Tesla Cybertruck
A Cybertruck Buyer Says, “I Need Help Getting My Money Back from Tesla” – Adds “I Rejected the Cybertruck Delivery Because The Truck Has a Missing Pillar, but Now Tesla Is Refusing to Refund My $15,582 Deposit”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck buyer says he went to pick up his brand-new truck, but Tesla tried to deliver it with a large trim piece missing. He rejected the delivery and canceled his order, but now he’s having trouble getting his $15,582 down payment back.
A blue 2026 Kia EV9 with modern styling drives on a winding road through green hills and mountains, conveying a sense of adventure and freedom.
I Keep Hearing About EV Range Anxiety, But I Charge My Tesla Model 3 and Kia EV9 Overnight at Home for Pennies With Great Range
By Aram Krajekian on
Range anxiety gets thrown at EVs all the time, yet this owner shows how charging a Tesla Model 3 and Kia EV9 at home flips the narrative when compared to his Mustang.
Xavier Aleman's Tesla Model 3 and Model Y in the garage
Tesla Model 3 Owner Says, “Tesla Insurance is By Far the Cheapest, But I'm Getting Scammed With Excessive Speeding While Barely Going 40 MPH”
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Model 3 owner is concerned about Tesla's "excessive speeding" being reported on his insurance. Other owners are frustrated, saying their score drops even at low speeds and when FSD isn't active. Is this a glitch or something else?
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Almost Burned Down His House While Charging His Cybertruck – Adds, “I Got an Error Notification While Charging My Truck, Went to the Garage, and Found It Filled with Smoke”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports he found his garage filled with smoke, nearly causing a fire while he was charging his truck. He states that the issue was that the electrical cable in his new house was insufficient for the Cybertruck’s charging needs.
Tesla Cybertruck
Early Cybertruck Owners Are Launching a Petition to Pressure Tesla and Elon Musk to Give Them the Same Perks as Later Buyers
By Tinsae Aregay on
Foundation Series Cybertruck owners, who are among the first few thousand to purchase a Cybertruck, are demanding that Tesla give them the same perks that the EV maker is offering to new Cybertruck buyers.
2025 Toyota Prius Nightshade AWD offers an amazingly-low price of just $36K
The $35K 2025 Toyota Prius AWD Nightshade Offers A Price That No AWD Battery-Electric Vehicle Can Rival
By John Goreham on
We lay out why the 2025 Toyota Prius AWD Nightshade makes sense for those seeking a green AWD vehicle at an affordable price point.
Anne Bishop in a black dress smiles while standing besides her red Tesla Model S on a scenic road. The background features greenery and a view of the ocean under a clear sky.
My Lemon Tesla Model S Sparked a Legal Battle in Australia That Could Damage Tesla’s Reputation Worldwide
By Aram Krajekian on
This Certified Pre-Owned Tesla Model S owner thought her car would last decades, but the legal precedent she may set in Australia could prove catastrophic for Tesla’s public image.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 in blue, front three-quarter view, showcasing distinctive headlights and alloy wheels against a mountainous backdrop.
My Hyundai Ioniq 5 Developed A Burning Smell That Made It Hard To Breathe, And After Fighting The Dealer For A Month, The New Charge Port Didn't Fix The Problem
By Noah Washington on
He smelled something burning in his Hyundai Ioniq 5, and the smell got so bad he could barely breathe. After a month of fighting, the dealer replaced a faulty part, but now a lingering smell is making him dizzy and lightheaded.
2025 Tesla Model Y, white, front three-quarter view, driving on a desert road with dust clouds.
I Transported A Canoe On My 2024 Tesla Model Y, And The Car Suddenly Slammed On Its Brakes At 43 MPH When The Tie-Down Rope Triggered Phantom Pedestrian Detection
By Noah Washington on
He was driving his 2024 Tesla Model Y with a canoe on top when it suddenly phantom-braked on the highway. The terrifying cause? The car's computer mistook the tie-down rope for a pedestrian.
A sleek, modern white Tesla Model Y Juniper is illuminated against a dark background. The front view highlights its aerodynamic design and minimalistic style. Shadows create a dramatic, futuristic tone.
I Was Quoted $4,100 to Fix My Son’s Tesla Model Y Juniper, But Geico Valued the Damage at $990 Through the Same Authorized Shop
By Aram Krajekian on
A Tesla Model Y repair left one family stuck between two very different numbers, and what unfolded says a lot about how cost determinations really work.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited shown DC charging using an NACS to CCS adapter
EV Charging In Public Is Certainly Doable, But You'd Better Get Used to Adapters - We Charge an NACS-Equipped Ioniq 5 Using Multiple Adapters as Well as At a Supercharger
By John Goreham on
Vehicles are switching to NACS from CCS and J-Plug connectors. This may end up positive, but it’s still a cumbersome procedure. Here’s our experience using what we consider to be the best EV sold in America, the Hyundai Ioniq 5.
Blue Tesla Model 3 with a Porsche badge instead of the Tesla logo. Car is seen from the rear in a garage, the Dual Motor label is visible, reflecting a playful tone.
I’m Curious Why People Choose the Tesla Model Y When the Model 3 Has Longer Range, Handles Better, Looks Sportier, and Costs Less
By Aram Krajekian on
The Tesla Model 3 may win on paper, but numbers don’t always tell the whole story. Here's why the Model Y’s practicality is resonating with many owners and proving why it’s the go-to choice for families.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He’s Run Into a Major Issue With His Truck & Tesla Hasn’t Been Able to Identify the Problem
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says after 12,000 miles, he’s run into his first major issue with his truck. He’s sent his Cybertruck to Tesla service, but after a week, the EV maker has yet to figure out the root cause of the issue.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
I Just Had a 48-Hour Tesla Cybertruck Demo, Now I’m Thinking Of Selling My Ford F-150 To Get A Cybertruck, But I Have Questions
By Denis Flierl on
A long-time Ford F-150 owner is about to jump ship and buy a Tesla Cybertruck. What are the real-world ramifications, and what should ICE truck buyers be aware of if they make a switch to electric? Is Jason asking enough of the right questions? 
Red electric car charging at a forest campsite, surrounded by tall green trees. A wooden picnic table is on the left, evoking a serene, eco-friendly vibe.
I Slept In My 2025 Tesla Model 3 Using Camp Mode For 14% Battery Per Night And Drove 500 Miles Using Only Free Chargers In Appalachian Mountain Towns
By Noah Washington on
He slept in his new 2025 Tesla Model 3 using Camp Mode, and after a 500-mile road trip, he reveals his secret… he never paid for charging, thanks to a surprising network of free chargers in Appalachian towns.
A sleek black electric SUV with distinctive round headlights and a glossy finish, parked on a grassy area surrounded by trees.
I Added 1,000 Pounds Of Ballistic Armor To A Rivian R1S That Can Stop .308 Caliber Rounds, And Still Manage 2.5 Miles Per kWh On The Highway
By Noah Washington on
He turned his Rivian R1S into a discreet fortress, adding 1,000 pounds of ballistic armor to protect against rifle fire. The most shocking part? It still gets the same range on the highway.
2025 Lucid Air Touring
I Leased a Lucid Air Touring After Replacing My Tesla Model Y Due To the Elon Issues, Now I’m Sitting In My Lucid On the Side of the Road With a Flat Tire
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Model Y owner was no longer able to deal with the Elon issues that surround the automaker. Now he's sitting on the side of the road with a flat tire and wondering if he made the right decision. Did he make the right choice? Check out Pete's story.
Image of white 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited atop a mountain in New Hampshire with scenic Vista.
Can You Recapture The Energy Used to Climb a Mountain in an Electric Vehicle When You Descend the Hill? We Answer Using a Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited
By John Goreham on
We ran a 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited up a mountain in New Hampshire and recorded our state of charge. Here’s how much braking energy we were able to recapture on the way back down.
2025 Polestar 2, front view in snow, featuring a white exterior, distinctive headlights, and a minimalist grille.
Testing The 2026 Polestar 2 With Bowers & Wilkins Sound System Convinced Me This Bug-Free EV Is What Polestar Always Intended To Build
By Noah Washington on
One of the first owners of the 2026 Polestar 2 says the new Bowers & Wilkins sound system is "phenomenal." Find out what makes this revised EV a joy to drive and to sit in.
2022 Tesla Model Y, black, side view, featuring distinctive wheels and a clean exterior after 200,000 miles.
After 200,000 Miles Using My 2022 Tesla Model Y For Rideshare, Battery Only Lost 52 Miles Of Range And Required Just One $582 Powertrain Repair
By Noah Washington on
A 2022 Tesla Model Y just proved its worth in gold for one rideshare driver. Read the story of a rideshare driver who put 200,000 miles on his EV and found it to be surprisingly reliable.
Mercedes GLC EV With Digital Grill showing charging progress
Mercedes' New Talking Grille: Innovative Communication or a Distraction Epidemic?
By Rob Enderle on
Mercedes' new "message board" grille on its upcoming GLC EV is a novel feature offering new levels of personalization, but it also raises serious concerns about creating driver distractions and potentially amplifying road rage.
Volkswagen ID.3 with performance subscription.
Volkswagen's Subscription Fee for Speed: A Dangerous Gamble on the Future of Car Ownership
By Rob Enderle on
Subscription pricing for performance as VW is trying in the UK on the ID.3 has create a lot of unneeded negative controversy for the VW brand which doesn’t need it at the moment.
BYD's 1,000 KW Game Changer
BYD's Megawatt Milestone: Is the EV Charging Gap About to Disappear?
By Rob Enderle on
BYD’s 1,000 KW charging announcement could significantly improve the competitiveness between EVs and ICE cars IF the electrical infrastructure can handle the extra load.
A white Tesla Model 3 with a modern design is parked indoors on a showroom floor. It features aerodynamic curves, sharp headlights, and distinctive black wheels.
I Admittedly Used to Bash EVs, But After Test Driving the Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD I Instantly Fell in Love
By Aram Krajekian on
One skeptical driver thought EVs weren’t for him, but a single Tesla Model 3 test drive flipped his perspective and turned him into a Tesla believer for life.
AI generated image depicts a Tesla driving off a cliff at sunset
EVs Added Just 1% U.S. Market Share In July - Will EVs Touch 10% Market Share In Q3 Before Crashing and Burning In Q4? We Answer
By John Goreham on
It’s do-or-die time for battery electric vehicles in America. There was an encouraging rise in EV deliveries in the month of July. Will EVs be able to score a month of double-digit market share before the end of subsidies on September 30th?
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