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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 5)

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.

Tesla Model 3 with rear quarter panel damage
Someone Hit My Tesla Model 3, but My Insurer Won’t Total It and Says It Must Be Categorized, Now I’m Facing a Huge Value Loss and Must Fight Them
By Chris Johnston on
A Tesla Model 3 case reveals how minor damage can trigger permanent value loss, but there are real ways to fight your insurance company.
A Tesla Cybertruck is shown completely submerged in water in Ventura California
A Tesla Cybertruck Driven Into Saltwater and Submerged Was Recovered By an Exceptional Team of Experts - The Biggest Surprise Was What DIDN’T Happen Next
By John Goreham on
A Tesla Cybertruck was submerged in saltwater until a recovery team could pull it out. The final outcome was the biggest surprise of all to those involved.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Broke Down In The Middle Of a Parade – He Adds, “I Was Blocking The Road, It Was Embarrassing. I Got Yelled At & Laughed At A Lot”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he was driving his truck in a parade when it suddenly shut down, blocking traffic. He explains that with no way to move, he sat there feeling embarrassed while people laughed and yelled at him.
2024 Kia EV6 GT in metallic silver, photographed at three-quarter front angle driving through desert landscape with Joshua trees at sunset.
I Drove My 2022 Kia EV6 Wind AWD On A 275-Mile Campus Tour From San Diego To Los Angeles And Back On A Single Charge, Arriving Home With Just 1% Battery And 3 Miles Of Range Remaining
By Noah Washington on
One EV6 owner drove 275 miles from San Diego to LA and back with four teenagers, ignoring the car’s warning that he would arrive five miles short.
2024 Honda Prologue in bright turquoise blue, front three-quarter view, showcasing sleek LED headlights and modern crossover design, parked on mountain overlook with pine trees and lake vista.
A 2025 Honda Prologue Driver Says Everything Was “Normal One Second” Before She “Suddenly Lost Control,” Crashed at 4,500 Miles, and Now Wonders If Reports of “Faulty Control Arms” or “Suspension Problems” Are Connected
By Noah Washington on
After a sudden, catastrophic loss of control, a new Honda Prologue owner woke up in the hospital and immediately began researching the cause.
2024 Rivian R1S electric SUV in forest green, shown from front 3/4 view, featuring distinctive vertical headlights, black wheels, driving on urban street beside modern building.
I Woke Up To "Critical Battery Issue" And "Electrical Hazard" Warnings On My 2023 Rivian R1S After Overnight Charging In Guatemala, And Rivian Support Says I Must Return To The United States For Service
By Noah Washington on
The R1S, built to conquer the wilderness, was defeated by a simple component failure 2,000 miles from the nearest service center.
A Tesla Model Y exits a car wash tunnel looking sparkly clean
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Owners Agonize Over How To Wash Their Vehicles- Will the Paint Be Damaged By Automated Touch Car Washes Or Not?
By John Goreham on
One of the most commonly posted questions in Tesla clubs is how to wash the Model 3 and Model Y. Will automated washers damage the finish? Here’s what Tesla owners report and what many suggest doing.
2026 Acura RSX EV SUV Vs 2026 Toyota C-HR EV SUV
2026 Toyota C-HR Vs 2026 Acura RSX: Battle of the Japanese EV SUVs
By Dimitar Angelov on
The two Japanese electric SUVs have big aspirations for the US Market, and here’s how they compare based on everything we know.
Kia EV6 owner in front of Kia service center
I Was Going to Buy a Tesla Model Y Until I Found That the Service Center Is Over Two Hours Away, So I Bought a Different EV Brand and Love It
By Chris Johnston on
The Tesla Model Y may be the best-selling car in the world, but these automakers lead in the number of service centers.
Silver Lucid Gravity electric SUV shown in dynamic three-quarter front view, kicking up dust while driving on dirt road, featuring distinctive LED lighting and roof rack.
One of the First People to See Lucid’s Next Sub $50k SUV Concept Says He Was “Completely Shocked,” Arguing Its Model Y–Sized Cabin and Full-Width Display Should Have Tesla Worried
By Noah Washington on
Leaked details on Lucid’s upcoming mid-size SUV, the "Earth," reveal a premium design that is Model Y-sized but feels far more roomy in the rear. Find out why this concept should have Tesla worried.
Silver 2026 Tesla Model Y electric SUV photographed from front three-quarter angle, driving on mountain road at dusk with dramatic cloudy sky.
Tesla Model Y Owner Says “I Get Honked At and Flipped Off” After 26,000 Miles with FSD, Calls Supercharger Network Excellent but Blames Elon Musk’s Reputation for Public Backlash
By Noah Washington on
After driving 26,000 miles in his Model Y, one owner is switching to Rivian, not because of the car, but because they're tired of the social hassle.
2025 Tesla Model X
My Tesla Model X Perihelix Wheels Have a Serious Design Flaw, I Can’t Remove the Aero Covers, If I Have A Blowout, I’m Toast On the Side Of the Road
By Denis Flierl on
A critical design flaw in the new Tesla X Perihelix wheels traps drivers! According to Coleton Guerin, the aero covers are impossible to remove, making roadside tire changes a nightmare. If you get a blowout, you're stuck! How could Tesla miss this?
Scout Traveller SUV and Scout Terra pickup truck to enter production in 2027
One Feature Of Scout's Upcoming SUV And Truck EVs Could Spell Trouble For Tesla
By Dimitar Angelov on
Scout Motors returns as the revitalized successor to the 1960s International Scout, and here's how it's going to steal clients from Tesla
Senior couple in front of their Toyota bZ4X electric vehicle
I’m 70 Years Old and Just Bought My First EV, I Love My Toyota BZ4X, but There Were Some Challenges
By Chris Johnston on
Why EVs like the Toyota bZ4X are winning over drivers in their 70s who thought they’d never go electric.
2024 Rivian R1S and screen graph
Ever Since We Got a KIA EV9, I’ve Been So Annoyed Whenever I Have to DC Fast Charge My Rivian R1S. It’s So Slow, It’s like Tesla Slow
By Denis Flierl on
The new KIA EV9 is a 200kW charging champion, hitting massive range in just 15 minutes! The Rivian R1S is "horrid," struggling to maintain speed even in cool weather, earning the dreaded "Tesla slow" label. What all EV owners need to know.
Three Tesla Model S sedans in deep blue metallic, parked side-by-side in a parking lot, showing front quarter views with distinctive LED headlights and chrome trim.
I Test Drove The 2026 Tesla Model S Long Range After Driving My 2015 Model S 70D For 125,000 Miles And Found Dramatically Improved Suspension, Acceleration, And Blind Spot Detection But Still Prefer My Old Portrait Screen Layout
By Noah Washington on
The new Model S introduces brilliant safety features like physical blind spot indicators, but the minimalist interface is frustrating veterans. This comparison reveals the stalk-less driving experience.
2023 Lexus RX500h
Another Recall For Toyota And Lexus Models Due To Faults With The Parking Assist Control Unit, Could Cause Accidents While Maneuvering
By Dimitar Angelov on
The service recall affects a massive number of vehicles, including Toyota, Lexus, and even Subaru.
Gray GMC Sierra EV with black off-road wheels, lifted suspension, and custom front bumper parked on residential driveway in suburban setting.
My GMC Sierra EV Denali Is by Far the Best Decision I Have Made Regarding a Vehicle Purchase, Don’t Hesitate and Get Yourself One If You’re on the Fence
By Aram Krajekian on
It’s rare for a new truck to outperform expectations this dramatically, but one GMC Sierra EV Denali owner says his truck outdid its rated range by a wide margin. That's why he's calling this truck the best purchase among other reasons.
A silver Chevrolet Bolt EV is parked on a sandy beach under a clear blue sky with scattered clouds. The scene conveys a serene and eco-friendly vibe.
I Bought a 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV Brand New and It Has Been Fantastic After 59,000 Miles, But I’m Wondering If Getting Another 2022 EUV Premier at $25,000 Is a Good Deal
By Aram Krajekian on
After 59,000 trouble-free miles with his 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV, one owner is thinking of adding another to the family fleet. But the price of a low-mileage 2022 model has him questioning what a fair deal really looks like in today’s market.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Bought Two Cybertrucks (His & Hers) & Now Both Trucks Are Riddled With Problems After Only 3 Months
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner states, “My wife and I sold both of our Tesla Model Ys and purchased two Cybertrucks.” He further mentions, "Now, both Cybertrucks are experiencing numerous problems."
2025 Tesla Cybertruck with sharp edges
Cybertruck Owner Warns, “Tesla Better Do Something About These Sharp Edges, I’ve Sliced Both Fingers. If My Kid Gets Cut, We’re Going To Have Big Problems, TRUST Me”
By Denis Flierl on
Ouch! Cybertruck's sharp edges are drawing blood! A Cybertruck owner's warning: Sliced fingers are bad, but if a kid gets hurt, "we're going to have big problems." Is Tesla's unique design a safety hazard? What should they do?
Interior of a Porsche Cayenne showing dashboard with touch screens
You Can’t Just Copy Tesla, with the Cayenne, Porsche Learns the Hard Way That You Have to do The Difficult Design Work
By Chris Johnston on
Tesla perfected the software-defined car, while the Porsche Cayenne proved that not every brand can copy the same formula.
Red 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric sedan parked at charging station in Joshua Tree desert, mountains visible, three-quarter front view.
I Drove My Hyundai Ioniq 6 On A 302-Mile Round Trip With Excellent Efficiency, Testing Both Rivian's 800V Ultra-Fast Chargers And My New NACS Adapter For Tesla Superchargers
By Noah Washington on
A driver pushed his Ioniq 6 to Joshua Tree, using both Rivian's 800V charger and his new NACS adapter for Tesla Superchargers.
2024 Audi Q6 e-tron in metallic gray, front three-quarter view, driving on winding mountain road with distinctive LED headlights and large octagonal grille.
After Driving a Rivian R1T, Audi Q6 e-tron Owner Says “The Difference Was Night and Day”, Praises Audi’s Quietness but Calls Rivian’s Software the Clear Winner
By Noah Washington on
A Q6 owner’s test drive confirmed the EV truck drives like a truck, but exposed a massive technological flaw. Find out why software is the Q6's Achilles' heel, lacking a simple feature like sharing battery data with CarPlay.
2025 Toyota Land Cruiser offroading
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Owners Report New Issues With The Driver's Side Mirror, Dealer Calls It "Normal"
By Dimitar Angelov on
The issue isn't widespread yet, but it is not an isolated case, and it is a potential safety hazard for Toyota Land Cruiser drivers.
2023 Rivian R1T electric pickup truck and 2023 Rivian R1S in forest green and dark blue, photographed from front 3/4 view, featuring distinctive LED light bars and black wheels, parked in wooded setting.
After 2.5 Years With My Rivian R1S, I Took It on a 3,000-Mile Road Trip, Tesla’s Charging Network Was Incredible, But One Nerve-Racking Low-Battery Scare Nearly Cut It Short
By Noah Washington on
After 2.5 years, one R1S owner drove 3,000 miles across the American West, finding the journey nearly flawless, except for one stop.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Warns, “If You Go To Tesla Service For a Tire Rotation, Take Your Wheel Covers Off and Leave Them At Home, They Broke Two Of Mine”
By Denis Flierl on
Getting a tire rotation on your Cybertruck? Vinh Nguyen warns: Take your wheel covers OFF before your Tesla service appointment! They broke two of his. Here is what all Tesla owners need to know when they take their vehicle in for service.
Mazda Vision X-Coupe
Mazda's Future Cars Will Absorb And Recycle Their Own Emissions Through An Ingenious New Process That Will Safeguard The Future Of Internal Combustion Engines
By Dimitar Angelov on
Mazda’s mobile carbon capture device already shows promising results, and is ready to be integrated into future models.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He’s Constantly Hitting His Head On The Truck’s Sharp Corners – He Adds, “Sometimes I Cut My Head to The Point Of Bleeding”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Several Tesla Cybertruck owners share injuries they sustained to their heads from the truck’s sharp edges. These owners specifically point to the sharp edge of the ‘frunk’ as the primary cause of the injuries.
2021 Tesla Model 3
I Have 250K Miles On My 2021 Tesla Model 3, and You Won’t Believe the Battery Health - This Will Silence All the Tesla Naysayers
By Denis Flierl on
250k miles on a 2021 Model 3. Nathan's Tesla is rewriting the book on EV longevity. With 88% battery capacity retained, this Tesla proves electric cars can last the distance. Dive into the amazing story of his first EV and how it's still performing.
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