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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 48)

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.

2025 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “After 3 Years of Placing an Order, I Finally Pulled the Trigger With 0% Financing, I Couldn’t Pass It Up,” But There’s a Catch
By Denis Flierl on
If you're considering a new 2025 Tesla Cybertruck, now may be the ideal time to make a purchase. Greg just purchased a CT and got 0% financing. But there was a catch. Here is what Cybertruck owners need to know. Find out what Greg named his new truck. 
I'm Ready To Buy a 3rd Tesla Model S, But These Changes Are Insignificant And a Great Disappointment
I'm Ready To Buy a 3rd Tesla Model S, But These Changes Are Insignificant And a Great Disappointment
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected Tesla Model S refresh just left a loyal three-time buyer seriously questioning whether it's still worth the price.
I Just Watched a Dodge Charger Lose Control and Drift Into a Tesla Cybertruck at a Supercharger
I Just Watched a Dodge Charger Lose Control and Drift Into a Tesla Cybertruck at a Supercharger
By Aram Krajekian on
A Dodge Charger tried to flex at a Supercharger, but instead of stealing the spotlight, it became a case study in what not to do.
A black electric truck with an open front trunk displaying a scooter sits beside a gray electric truck in a parking lot.
My F-150 Lightning Platinum Has the Most Comfortable Ride of Any EV I've Driven After Testing Tesla, Rivian R1T, and GMC Sierra EV, But Ford's Charging Speeds and Native Software Still Can't Match the Competition
By Noah Washington on
The 2023 F-150 Lightning Platinum beats rivals in comfort and build quality, but its charging speeds and native software are still holding Ford back.
A sleek, grey Hummer EV pickup truck parked in front of a modern, minimalist grey wall, showcasing its bold design and large tires.
My 2025 Hummer EV Was Incredible, But The Factory-Installed I-Bars Were Incorrectly Positioned Causing Roof Leaks and Now I'm Fighting GM in Court After Months of Monthly Dealership Visits
By Noah Washington on
He loved his 2025 Hummer EV, until a factory defect caused roof leaks and a legal battle with GM.
My 2025 Tesla Model 3 Left the Service Center But the App Still Thinks It’s There, Now I’m Unable to Use Any Mobile Controls
My 2025 Tesla Model 3 Left the Service Center, But the App Still Thinks It’s There, Now I’m Unable to Use Any Mobile Controls
By Aram Krajekian on
Most car owners leave the service center expecting everything to work, not to find their app still convinced the car is still inside the shop. Here's how one simple error left this Tesla driver stuck in what felt like digital limbo.
The Coming World Of Autonomous Cars Rendered By Gemini
Farewell, Driveway Clutter: Tesla's Robotaxi Revolution and the Impending Demise of Car Ownership (Finally!)
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla's imminent Robotaxi launch is poised to render personal car ownership obsolete by offering a cost-effective, on-demand autonomous mobility solution that negates the expense and idleness of private vehicles, fundamentally reshaping transportation.
Fiat Battery Swap Rendered By Gemini
The Ample Fiat 500e: A Swift Swap for the Electric Age – Redefining Convenience
By Rob Enderle on
Fiat's partnership with Ample for the 500e's battery swap could revolutionize EV recharging, making it faster and more convenient for affordable urban vehicles by overcoming past hesitations and concerns about battery degradation.
White Nissan LEAF in front of DMV office
I’m Only Putting About 1500 Miles On My 2016 Nissan LEAF This Year But Have To Pay $225 More For Vehicle Registration Because It’s Electric
By Chris Johnston on
Electric vehicle registration fees are increasing in many states as governments seek to replace lost gasoline tax revenue.
Tesla Model Y Juniper being towed away after brake issues
Tesla Has Confirmed My Tesla Model Y Juniper Had a Firmware Glitch That Prevented Me From Regen Braking, Friction Braking, or Using the Parking Brake - Here’s What You Should Know If Your Model Y Has Braking Issues - Update
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases Tesla Model Y Juniper owner, N.P., who has offered Torque News a full account of the brake issues he experienced with his Model Y Juniper. Here’s what every Model Y Juniper owner with any kind of braking issue should know.
My GMC Sierra EV's Touchscreen with Numbers
Just Hit 10K on My GMC Sierra EV, And While Fit and Finish Issues Have Also Plagued This Truck, This Thing Is a Road Trip Powerhouse
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected 10,000-mile owner review of the GMC Sierra EV reveals why this truck is both a road trip hero and an unlikeable rattle machine you might still want to drive across the country.
A blend of Lucid Sapphire and Ford Mustang Mach-e GT Performance
The Unattainable Dream vs. The Attainable Compromise: Mustang Mach-E GT Performance vs. Lucid Air Sapphire
By Rob Enderle on
The ideal EV would blend the Lucid Air Sapphire's unparalleled performance and range with the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance's accessible price, attractive design, and robust dealer support.
Consumer Reports Best SUVs Focuses on Ford Models
Ford Dominates the Best Deals on New SUVs You Can Buy Right Now
By Timothy Boyer on
Choose a great SUV at an incentive-reduced price, as per Consumer Reports' recently released list of recommendations for the best new SUV choices available today, which includes 5 Ford models.
Image of an electric vehicle battery pack
My LFP Powered BYD Seal Is Getting To 60 MPH In 3.8 Seconds With 310 Miles+ Range
By Chris Johnston on
Tesla continues to lead the industry with it’s Model 3 battery technology, but BYD is gaining ground. The Tesla Model 3 has two types of battery technology options. There are advantages to both battery types.
Hybrid SUVs Consumer Reports Recommend Today
Consumer Reports Best New Hybrid SUVs That Cost $35,000 to $45,000
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is what Consumer Reports analysts have to say about which Hybrid SUVs are the proven best within a price range of $35,000 to $45,000 right now that offers the best choice between gasoline and electric vehicles.
Tesla Model Y Juniper brake image courtesy of Tesla, Inc.
The Brakes On My New Tesla Model Y Juniper Failed as I Approached a Roundabout and Tesla Says It Must Have Been Accidental, But Now I Have Heard This Is a Known Fault - Part 1
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases Tesla owner N.P., who reports that he has had an apparent brake failure while driving a new Model Y. Let’s look with some skepticism into this issue and see if it's a real failure and if it is a “known fault.”
Image shows a Hyundai Ioniq 5 charging at a Tesla Supercharger
I Have a Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Received My Tesla Supercharger Adapter but I’m Stunned to Discover the Cables Are Super Short and Now I am Wondering if All Tesla Supercharger Stations Are Useless To Me - Help
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner S.C., who is dismayed to discover that Tesla superchargers have cords that make it almost impossible to charge the car. Here's what fellow owners say about how to adapt to and overcome this challenge.
Two sleek, modern electric cars in white and dark tones parked against a scenic sunset backdrop, showcasing elegant design features.
My $131K Lucid Air GT Has the Smoothest Suspension I've Ever Experienced, But Takes 60 Seconds to Unlock Every Time, Lucid Says "It's Intentional" and Now I'm Looking at a Porsche Taycan
By Noah Washington on
Despite its luxurious ride and incredible power, this $131K Lucid Air GT is plagued by a 60-second unlock delay and other software glitches, leaving its owner ready to jump to a Taycan.
A blue GMC electric truck parked in a scenic area, displaying charging session details, including range, charge, time, and cost.
My GMC Sierra EV Just Cost Me $116.77 for One Charging Session at EVgo, 355 Miles of Range Shouldn't Cost This Much
By Noah Washington on
$116.77 for 355 miles of range? This GMC Sierra EV owner's first public charging experience was a brutal lesson in EV economics and a guide for all new buyers.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
I Learned a Few Things Towing With My Tesla Cybertruck, It Would Have Been Cheaper and Faster With My Ford F-350 Diesel Truck
By Denis Flierl on
Is it cheaper to tow a trailer with a Tesla Cybertruck or a Ford F-350 Super Duty Diesel? Here is Joseph's towing experience with his Cybertruck and why he thinks it would have been cheaper with his Ford F-350 Diesel that was in the shop. 
2026 Cadillac OPTIQ - V
Cadillac Gives the OPTIQ the V Performance Upgrade for 2026
By Mary Conway on
Cadillac is going after the younger market that loves foreign cars with the performance version of its OPTIQ. The 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ-V compact SUV will have an incredible 519 horsepower.
A silver Chevrolet SUV driving on a scenic road with greenery and a body of water in the background under a clear blue sky.
My Chevy Equinox EV Just Hit 4.1 Miles Per kWh on a 2,200-mile Road Trip, Tailwinds and Drafting Semis Got Me 450 Miles on One Charge
By Noah Washington on
He turned his EV road trip into a science experiment! Discover how this Chevy Equinox EV owner hypermiled his way to 4.1 m/kWh and 450 miles on a single charge.
A Tesla Cybertruck charging at a station, surrounded by other chargers and vehicles, set against a backdrop of trees and buildings.
I Just Discovered Tesla's New "Congestion Fees" Hit at 80% SOC, They Won't Define "When Busy" But $.50 Per Minute Will Destroy Your Road Trip Budget
By Noah Washington on
Tesla's new "congestion fees" just dropped, hitting at 80% SOC for $.50 a minute. The catch? They refuse to define "when busy," leaving your road trip budget in limbo.
I Just Saw What’s Coming in Tesla’s Next Update, and It Finally Fixes the Side Camera View That So Many Dislike
I Just Saw What’s Coming in Tesla’s Next Update, and It Finally Fixes the Side Camera View That So Many Dislike
By Aram Krajekian on
One small change in Tesla’s next update could finally fix a camera view that’s been annoying owners for years. Here’s why this quiet tweak might be one of the most satisfying updates yet.
transparent drawing of an electric vehicle with high voltage battery highlighted
I Love My Tesla Model 3 But Someone I Work With Said The Battery Will Be Bad For The Planet When It Fails. I Say They Can Recycle The Parts Of It And Reuse The Materials, But I Don’t Know If It’s True
By Chris Johnston on
There is a lot of chatter about how Tesla Model 3 and EV batteries are going to cause a recycling problem. Multiple production-volume operations are already recover over 90% of high value materials with low environmental impact. Here’s how it’s done.
gas powered vehicle on fire on the side of a road
Why Routine Maintenance Matters for Safe, Long-Term Charging of Your Tesla Model Y and Other EVs
By Chris Johnston on
If you are charging your Tesla Model Y or any other EV with a NEMA 6-20 or 6-30 outlet please consider changing it to a NEMA 14-50 immediately.
2025 Dodge Charger Daytona EV and Me
Why I Think Driving in the Rockies is an Incredible Way to Test Drive Vehicles Like the 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona EV and the Subaru Forester Hybrid
By Mary Conway on
Another great Rocky Mountain Driving Experience gave automotive journalists the opportunity to test out a wide range of vehicles from several automakers. Writers drove them all from the sleek McLaren Artura Spider to the Kia Sorento X-Pro.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck and All EV Trucks “Are the Worst If You Carry Loads, Trailer, Go to Worksites or On Vacation, The Limited Range and Refueling Is a Big Pain”
By Denis Flierl on
Why are EV trucks like the Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T, and GM's trucks not meeting expectations? They fall short of truck buyers who use them for work, towing, and taking long trips. "They are a pain in the ass," one expert says. 
A sleek black Hyundai electric vehicle drives along a winding mountain road, flanked by rugged rocky cliffs and golden sunlight.
I Test Drove 5 Popular EVs Coming From a 2022 Nissan Rogue, But The Ioniq 5 Beat the Volvo EX30, Kia EV6, Polestar 2, and Nissan Ariya
By Noah Washington on
This owner test-drove five top EVs and discovered why the Hyundai Ioniq 5 was the perfect fit, proving that the right EV isn't always the flashiest.
A gray Rivian SUV is parked in a garage, connected to an electric charger, while a person stands nearby, holding the charging cable.
My 2025 R1S Is a Great Vehicle Being Undermined by Its Software, Apple Music "Doesn't Remember Your Shuffle Setting," And I'm Considering Trading It In
By Noah Washington on
A "great vehicle being undermined by its software." This 2025 R1S owner's tale of frustrating infotainment and missing features reveals Rivian's biggest challenge.
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