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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 39)

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.

Mack LR electric garbage truck
I’m On Vacation Right Now and It’s Garbage Pickup Day. I Really Look Forward to the Day When All Garbage Trucks Are Electric
By Chris Johnston on
The Peterbilt Model 520EV electric garbage truck in Portland showed me that even trash collection can be reimagined.
A gleaming, bright blue Ford Mustang Mach-E parked on a driveway, surrounded by lush green foliage. The car's modern design conveys a sense of innovation.
I Traded In My BMW X5 M for a Ford Mustang Mach-E and It Was Quite the Downgrade, I Think Ford Gave Up When It Came to the Rear Design
By Aram Krajekian on
Trading a BMW X5 M for a Mach-E isn’t something you hear about every day. But when this new owner called the rear design “ugly,” it sparked a conversation that went deeper than just looks.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Warns: “Windshield Replacement in a Cybertruck is Quite an Invasive Surgery. Many Parts Need to be Dismantled, and the Old Windshield Essentially Has to Be Sawn Out of the Frame”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla has issued a warning to Cybertruck owners seeking a full windshield replacement due to a small cosmetic flaw. Tesla notes that replacing a Cybertruck windshield is especially challenging, stating that the old glass must essentially be sawn out.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “Sadly, My New Cybertruck is Slowly Turning Out To Be a Lemon, 50 Days In Service, and Tesla Still Can’t Fix the Problem”
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner has had his CT at the Tesla Service Center for over 50 days, and they still can't fix the problem. It's a persistent squeaking noise coming from inside the cabin. If Tesla can't fix it, does it qualify for the Lemon Law?
Jturkish’s Ford F-150 Lighting and camper trailer at campsite
Took The Ford F-150 Lightning Out Camping This Weekend, and It’s Hands Down The Best Tow Rig I Have Ever Owned
By Chris Johnston on
Adding weight and wind resistance have some surprising results on the Chevy Silverado EV and Ford F-150 Lightning’s towing and hauling range.
Tesla Cybertruck
Insurance Companies Are Canceling Tesla Cybertruck Coverage Citing Low Production Numbers – Say, “Due to The Limited Production, We’re Unable to Adequately Rate & Underwrite This Vehicle”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Multiple Tesla Cybertruck owners have reported receiving notices that their Cybertruck insurance policies are being canceled due to low production volumes. Insurance companies say the low production numbers make it difficult to assess liability.
Silver 2026 Tesla Model Y driving on desert road with mountains, dynamic motion blur showing speed and movement
I Drove My 2026 Tesla Model Y RWD Juniper 277 Miles On A Single Charge With 9% Battery Left And Paid Just 8 Cents Per kWh To Charge It
By Noah Washington on
On a single charge, his 2026 Tesla Model Y RWD Juniper devoured 277 miles with juice to spare, and the best part? It cost him 8 cents per kWh to charge.
Scania 45 S Electric Semi Truck
I Drive Trucks in Norway and Three Months Ago We Put Our First of Four Scania 45 S Electric Trucks into Service with Me as the First to Be Assigned One
By Chris Johnston on
The reception of heavy-duty electric trucks like the Scania 45 S signals the end of the diesel era.
White 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric SUV turning on a desert road with angular, futuristic design
I Saved $16,859 Charging My 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 For Free At Electrify America 330 Times Over Two Years, Now It's Finally Time To Use My Home Charger
By Noah Washington on
Imagine never paying for fuel for two years. This 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner lived that dream, saving $16,859 through 330 free fast charges at Electrify America. Now, reality sets in, but what a ride it was.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owners Share the Various Injuries They Sustained Due to the Truck’s Sharp Edges – Warn “Clean the Blood Immediately Because Blood Contains Iron & Iron Rusts”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Cybertruck owners have reported multiple injuries from the truck’s sharp edges, including cut fingertips, peeled nails, gouged wrists, and cut nipples. Some recommend cleaning the blood right away to prevent the iron in the blood from causing rust.
Dark Gray 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning electric truck, front-facing view with rugged mountain landscape background
I Took My 2023 F-150 Lightning 400 Miles Round Trip, And It Cost The Same As Gas, But Added 103 Minutes Because Of Charging Time
By Noah Washington on
He took his 2023 F-150 Lightning 400 miles, and the cost was identical to gas, but the trip gained 103 unexpected minutes. Is EV long-distance travel truly practical?
Dark gray 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali pickup truck parked in front of modern glass and stone building with LED headlights on
I Paid $100K For My 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali Max, But The Missing CarPlay And Restrictive Infotainment System Feel Like A Downgrade
By Noah Washington on
You'd expect perfection for over $100K, but this 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali Max owner is slamming the truck's missing CarPlay and locked-down infotainment system as a downgrade.
2025 Toyota RAV4 XSE Hybrid
My 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid’s First Alert Came on at 5K, the Dealer Refused to Change My Oil, and Only Rotated My Tires, They Told Me to Come Back At 10K
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota dealer told a 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owner that they won't change her new SUV's oil until 10,000 miles. It seems like too many miles to her, and she's wondering if she should change it sooner. Here's what RAV4 owners need to know. 
2025 Toyota Crown Signia
Toyota Crown Signia Owners Share Their Gas Mileage And The Results Are Surprisingly Variying
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota's venerable workhorse of a hybrid powertrain may be more efficient than anticipated, according to some Crown Signia owners, who are quickly racking up miles.
Sensible Cars for Sensible Shoppers Who Still Want to Have Fun
I Test Drive Over 50 New Car Models Every Single Year, and After 15 Years of Testing and Reviewing New Cars, Here Is What I Would Buy
By Timothy Boyer on
While not the typical most popular models, this automotive expert explains why he recommends these 10 models that takes a lot of pressure off of new car shoppers who just want a vehicle that is sensible, reliable, and affordable.
Picture of Lynk & Co 08 EM-P
Charging Stations Are Ubiquitous In China, So Even Without Free Electricity, I Can Drive My Lynk & Co 08 EM-P in the City at a Low Cost
By Chris Johnston on
In a country with one-eighth the income, EVs like the Lynk & Co 08 EM-P are everywhere. It’s not about what we can afford. It’s about what we choose to prioritize.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Glass Roof Started to Spontaneously Crack Due to the Heat – Adds, “The Cracks Spiraled Like a Tornado or a Spider Web”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that he left his truck outside during intense heat, and the Cybertruck’s glass roof suddenly began cracking due to thermal stress. He adds that the cracks formed a spiral similar to that of a tornado or a spider's web.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, "I Don’t Just Drive, I Deploy, Because This Isn’t Just a Truck, It’s a Statement, I’m Not Here To Fit In, I’m Here To Disrupt"
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner is not your typical truck buyer; he doesn't just drive a truck, he deploys it. He's on a mission, and it's a battleground every time he drives it. It happens at a stoplight, a parking lot, everywhere he goes; it tests his resolve.
Futuristic looking silver Tesla Cybertruck with angular design and dark windows on a rocky desert landscape. The vehicle conveys a sleek, modern, and rugged tone.
I Just Finished the First Road Trip in My Tesla Cybertruck, And We Only Spent About $119 on Electricity Over 1,100 Miles
By Aram Krajekian on
This Tesla Cybertruck owner just knocked out 1,100 miles in two days. And at just 10.8¢ per mile, we're seeing the future of a standard being set for EV truck efficiency.
Sage green 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 SUV charging at electric station, sleek multi-spoke wheels, modern design
I Fast-Charged The New Hyundai Ioniq 9 From 16% To 80% In Just 26 Minutes, Added 237 Miles Of Range While Saving 33% Compared To Gas Costs
By Noah Washington on
Need speed and savings? This Hyundai Ioniq 9 owner just proved you can fast-charge from 16% to 80% in just 26 minutes, adding 237 miles of range and slashing fuel costs by 33% compared to gasoline.
Silver 2025 Lucid Air electric sedan parked on rocky terrain with calm ocean horizon in background, sleek aerodynamic profile and distinctive LED headlights
I've Driven My Lucid Air 72,000 Miles With Zero Maintenance Costs, While My Corvette C8 Would Have Required $4,850 In Service For The Same Distance
By Noah Washington on
He's put 72,000 miles on his Lucid Air with zero maintenance costs, while his Corvette C8 would have cost him $4,850 in service for the same distance. Is this the new face of performance?
Tom Hogsed’s used 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
I'm Almost 51 Years Old and After Purchasing This Used 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (57K Miles), I Can Honestly Say That I've Never Enjoyed Driving More!
By Chris Johnston on
Confessions of a first-time EV driver who fell hard for a Tesla Model Y.
Hydrogen Fueling Station Falling Into Disuse and Disrepair
Stellantis’s Hydrogen Retreat Signals a Market Reality That While It May Be Better Than Plug-In EV Tech It Was Simply Too Late To The Party
By Rob Enderle on
Citing insurmountable infrastructure challenges and high costs, Stellantis's retreat from hydrogen fuel-cell development signals a decisive shift in favor of battery-electric vehicles in the passenger car market, dramatically altering its future.
Tesla's Cybertruck Plowing Through A Troubling Present Into An Even More Troubling Future
Tesla’s Precarious Position After a Disappointing Q2 Showcases Both EV Headwinds In The US And Tesla’s Brand Problem Worldwide
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla's Q2 earnings shortfall reveals a company in a precarious position, grappling with the costly and delayed Cybertruck, a cooling EV market, the looming expiration of federal tax credits, and significant brand damage that threatens its future.
Uber Partners With Lucid For Future Autonomous Car
Lucid And Uber Create A New Alliance to Conquer the Autonomous EV World To Create A Future Where People No Longer Need To Own Cars
By Rob Enderle on
Uber's strategic partnership with Lucid and Nuro to deploy a massive robotaxi fleet positions it as a powerful platform aggregator, challenging the integrated models of rivals like Tesla and Waymo by leveraging specialized expertise to win the race.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Details How Criminals Are Targeting the Truck Using Its Auto Lock Feature – Adds, “These People Are Experienced; Make Sure to Manually Lock Your Cybertruck”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares he was stalked and robbed by organized criminals who are very knowledgeable about the all-electric truck. The car burglars tracked the owner to a parking lot and exploited the truck’s auto lock feature to carry out their theft.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
I Just Picked Up My Cybertruck, and Had to Immediately Take It to Service, I Got a "Brakes Too Hot - Performance Reduced" Warning After Descending Mt. Baldy
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner just picked up his new truck, took a short trip to Mt. Baldy, and then, as he was coming down, he received a "Brakes Too Hot" warning. He relied on his regenerative braking, but now there's an issue. Is it an isolated problem?
A white Tesla Model Y with the frunk open and cable attached during battery replacement process
I’ve Had Zero Issues With My 2021 Tesla Model Y Except for the 12V Battery, And It's Also Much Cheaper to Have Tesla Replace Them Than Most Places
By Aram Krajekian on
A small part most drivers forget about just reminded one Tesla Model Y owner how quickly everything can shut down, even in a car that’s been flawless for years.
Electric blue Rivian R1T pickup truck with open doors, parked in front of Rivian headquarters, with orange bicycle mounted on roof rack.
I've Put 83,000 Miles On My 2022 Rivian R1T In Just Three Years, Visiting 9 Cities On A 4,900-Mile Road Trip, And The Battery Has Lost Less Than 1% Capacity
By Noah Washington on
He's driven his 2022 Rivian R1T an astonishing 83,000 miles in three years, crisscrossing the country on a 4,900-mile road trip, and the most incredible part? The battery has degraded by less than 1%.
Tesla car on assembly line showing gigacasting
So I’m in The Car Recycling Business, When a Tesla Model Y Is Wrecked and Declared a Total Loss by Insurance Most People Think It Goes to the Junkyard
By Chris Johnston on
Gas-powered cars and electric vehicles can both feed the circular economy, but one is much more profitable to recycle.
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