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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 49)

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 2025 McLaren Artura Spider with doors up by John Goreham
Enter the Flow State With the 2025 McLaren Artura Spider Supercar
By John Goreham on
The McLaren Artura Spider isn't a car, it’s a flow-state generator. Forget the facts and figures. Lose yourself in the experience and enter the zone.
Elon Musk Tesla Cybertruck
Elon Musk Questions Ongoing Anti-Tesla Cybertruck Sentiment Following His Fallout With President Trump – Asks, “What Are They Even Mad About at This Point?”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk says he doesn’t understand why there is still hostility towards the Tesla Cybertruck, especially considering his falling out with President Donald Trump. Musk remarked, “What are they even mad about at this point?”
Tesla Model Y
I went to pick up my Model Y today and encountered multiple issues before taking delivery, ultimately forcing me to leave the Tesla dealership without a car
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Model Y buyer claims that Tesla attempted to sell him a vehicle riddled with problems. Making matters worse, Tesla employees downplayed the defects, saying, “At Tesla, we’re more concerned about technology rather than build quality.”
Both My Rivian R1T and R1S Have Had Issues With the Phone Key App, But My Tesla Model Y Never Had This Problem
Both My Rivian R1T and R1S Have Had Issues With the Phone Key App, But My Tesla Model Y Never Had This Problem
By Aram Krajekian on
This isn't the typical kind of problem you expect from a luxury EV, but some Rivian owners are tussling with their phones to unlock their car that it’s starting to feel like part of the routine.
A gray 2025 Kia EV6 in a desert landscape, showcasing its aerodynamic design and advanced features on an open road.
I Drove My Kia EV6 400 Miles at 65 MPH vs 80 MPH and Saved Nearly an Hour Going Faster Despite Spending $20 More
By Noah Washington on
Does speeding actually save time on EV road trips? This Kia EV6 owner drove 400 miles faster, saved an hour, and paid just $20 more.
Orange Volkswagen ID. Buzz
The Volkswagen ID Buzz Was Supposed to Be a Hit, Here’s Why It Isn’t
By Chris Johnston on
VW sold under 2,000 ID Buzz Units in the U.S. in Q1 compared to over 20,000 Kia EV9s and 6,000 Tesla Cybertrucks sold in the same timeframe. The VW/Rivian partnership makes sense.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Just Ran Over a Chicken – He Adds, “Truck did not Flinch or React at All”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner voices his concerns after his truck ran over a chicken on the road. He states that the truck, operating under Tesla’s full self-driving network, did not even register that an accident had occurred.
The Paint is Not The Problem with Tesla Vehicles
I own a Model 3 2024 ( purchased in September 2024 ). I have a few concerns regarding the exterior paint work on this
By Timothy Boyer on
Tesla owner makes a classic car maintenance mistake that ruined his car's finish.
A white Chevrolet truck is parked beside an electric charging station, with green trees and a clear blue sky in the background.
I Drove a Silverado EV 800 Miles and Almost Canceled My Denali Diesel To Wait For The Denali EV, Good Thing I Didn't
By Noah Washington on
He drove a Silverado EV 800 miles, and it added 5 hours to his trip. Find out why this long-haul experience made him cancel plans to ditch his diesel.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “It’s My Cybertruck’s First Time at the Service Center, and 6 Things Are Already Wrong With It”
By Denis Flierl on
Will has a Tesla Cybertruck, and it's his first visit to the service center. He has six issues that need fixing on his new electric truck, and he's not the only owner with problems. Does Tesla have quality control issues? What are other CT owners saying?
I’ve Been Charging My Tesla Model 3 at 48 Amps, But I’m Not Sure If I Should Lower It
I’ve Been Charging My Tesla Model 3 at 48 Amps, But I’m Not Sure If I Should Lower It and Charge Slower
By Aram Krajekian on
You’d think charging faster is always better, but one Model 3 owner’s question sparked a deeper discussion that might make you rethink your nightly charging routine.
Sierra EV pulling travel trailer
Yesterday We Towed A 30ft Travel Trailer 120 Miles With Our GMC Sierra EV And The Truck Handled It Like A Boss
By Chris Johnston on
While new electric trailers are being built to help with the challenges of towing, the GMC Sierra EV already has more than enough power to make a 30-foot travel trailer feel like an afterthought.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Kids Are Getting Picked On at School Because He Drives a Cybertruck – Adds, “I Still Love the Truck, but I’ve Decided to Sell It”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner claims that driving the truck has placed a significant burden on his family. He describes the personal attacks and negative treatment his little children endure, noting that they have started to experience bullying at school.
BYD Seagull The Car That Could Redefine Economy EVs
The $8,000 Earthquake: How the Electric BYD Seagull Could Reshape Personal Transportation
By Rob Enderle on
The BYD Seagull's $8,000 price tag makes it a game-changer for last-mile delivery and personal ownership in an autonomous future, highlighting BYD's aggressive pricing that challenges Western automakers who have little time to respond.
Mercedes G-Wagon In The Showroom
The Silent Icon That Couldn't Roar: Why the Electric Mercedes G-Wagon Stalled in the Market
By Rob Enderle on
The electric Mercedes G-Wagon struggled in sales because Mercedes misjudged its target audience, failing to effectively market its unique EV advantages to traditional G-Wagon buyers while simultaneously neglecting to attract tech-forward EV enthusiasts.
2026 Tesla Model Y
I Just Took Delivery Of My 2026 Tesla Model Y, After Only 200 Miles My Hub Cap Flew Off Going 60 MPH and Ruined My Door
By Denis Flierl on
Michael had his 2026 Tesla Model Y Juniper for a week, put 200 miles on the new car, and the hub cap flew off while he was driving on the highway, damaging his door. Is this a common problem for the Model Y, or is it an isolated issue with his Model Y? 
I’m Looking at a $2,500 Repair for My Tesla Model Y After a Bucket Hit Me at 80 MPH, But I Don’t Know If I Should Take It to Tesla Service or Another Shop
I’m Looking at a $2,500 Repair for My Tesla Model Y After a Bucket Hit Me at 80 MPH, But I Don’t Know If I Should Take It to Tesla Service or Another Shop
By Aram Krajekian on
A surprise repair bill is always frustrating, but what’s even harder is deciding where to take your car next. This Tesla owner’s story shows why that choice isn’t as simple as it sounds.
Image of gold colored Tesla Cybertaxi
Tesla Model 2 - Tesla Finally Gets Back to its Roots After Expending Valuable Time and Resources on Self-Driving, Robotaxi, and the Optimus Robot
By Chris Johnston on
Tesla may be too late to the affordable EV game with its Model 2. The Slate Truck may fill the gap.
Cybertruck Owner Disapproves of Model 3 Owner's Bumper Sticker
While Driving My Cyberbeast, I Gave My First Thumbs Down To A Model 3 Owner
By Timothy Boyer on
Are Tesla owners divided amongst themselves? Here's a conflict over what you can and can't put on your Tesla today.
2025 Lucid Gravity, 3_4 Quarters, House in background
I Test Drove the Lucid Gravity SUV for 30 Minutes, It Drives Better Than My Air Sedan, But Has One Annoying Problem
By Noah Washington on
The Lucid Gravity SUV might drive like a dream, but one glaring "annoying problem" with its software highlights the ongoing struggles of even the most promising EV startups.
The Tesla Cybertruck Is the Best Vehicle Ever Made, I Bought One and Those Who Never Drove One Argue With Me, But It Could Depreciate to Zero and It Still Wouldn't Bother Me at All
The Tesla Cybertruck Is the Best Vehicle Ever Made, I Bought One and Those Who Never Drove One Argue With Me, But It Could Depreciate to Zero and It Still Wouldn't Bother Me at All
By Aram Krajekian on
Some people see a boring design while others see the future. This owner says he’d still love his Cybertruck even if it was worthless. We explore what the critics might be missing, and how emotion may be its biggest strength yet.
Red Tesla Model 3 with DIY solar power charger
I Have Solar Power Station and Can Charge My Tesla Model 3 With It, But I Get Why Big Oil Dumps So Much Anti-EV Propaganda on The Net
By Chris Johnston on
Your Electric Vehicle is Coal Powered. Some portion of your electricity comes from “dirty” sources, but how much depends on where you live. The good news is that you can charge your Tesla Model 3 with clean solar power.
A red Tesla Model Y Juniper next to a silver Tesla Model Y parked in a driveway with a garage in the background.
My Tesla Model Y Juniper Cost $41 to Charge at Home for Just 282 Miles, Boston Gas Would Be $15 for the Same Distance
By Noah Washington on
He paid $41 to charge his Tesla Model Y for 282 miles, more than double what gas would cost. The surprising reality of EV "savings" in Boston.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
I Traded Two Of My Favorites For a Tesla Cybertruck, a 2022 Toyota Tundra and a 2024 BMW X5 Plug-In Hybrid. My CT Is More Fun Multiplied Times Ten
By Denis Flierl on
What kind of vehicles did Tesla Cybertruck owners previously own? Did they all own another Tesla model? Very few did. Yixin owned a Toyota Tundra and a BMW X5 Plug-In Hybrid. He says he wouldn't go back to either one. Check out why he's sold on the CT. 
A white Ford F-150 Lightning truck parked on a driveway, showcasing its sleek design and black alloy wheels.
I Traded My Tesla Model Y for a Ford F-150 Lightning After One Month, Cold Weather Range Drops 75% But I'm Never Going Back to Tesla
By Noah Washington on
75% range drop in cold weather, but still no regrets! This Ford F-150 Lightning owner left Tesla for good and explains why.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Has Been Bricked for the Past 6 Months – Adds “I Live in a Gray Area Where I Can’t Get Tesla Service & The Truck is Unresponsive Since December”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner states that his truck has been unresponsive since December 2024. He adds that the issues began after a software update, and now, six months later, his truck is still bricked.
I’ve Been Tracking Carbon Dioxide Levels in My Rivian R1T, And What I Found Supports My Theory That Rivian Hasn’t Taken Cabin Air Quality Seriously While in Auto Mode
I’ve Been Tracking Carbon Dioxide Levels in My Rivian R1T, And What I Found Supports My Theory That Rivian Hasn’t Taken Cabin Air Quality Seriously While in Auto Mode
By Aram Krajekian on
One Rivian owner set out to measure something most drivers never think twice about, and what he uncovered might just surprise you.
I Bought a GMC Sierra EV and Immediately Put It to the Test by Towing the Tesla Model Y I Drove to the Dealership, And I Was So Impressed I Hardly Even Noticed It Back There
I Bought a GMC Sierra EV and Immediately Put It to the Test by Towing the Tesla Model Y I Drove to the Dealership, And I Was So Impressed I Hardly Even Noticed It Back There
By Aram Krajekian on
It’s not every day you see an EV towing another EV, but what stood out most was how effortlessly the setup worked for this owner. Here’s why this story shows how the Sierra EV is winning more people over.
I Need Some Help, My GMC Sierra EV Denali Died After a Quick Costco Trip Leaving Me Stranded
I Need Some Help, My GMC Sierra EV Denali Died After a Quick Costco Trip Leaving Me Stranded
By Aram Krajekian on
A quick Costco trip turned into a head-scratching moment for one GMC Sierra EV Denali owner, and what happened next shows just how easily the smallest systems can bring the biggest machines to a halt.
A 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SUV parked on rugged terrain, with golden sunlight illuminating the background mountain range.
I Ditched My 2021 Tesla Model Y for A 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5, Here's Why Hyundai Just Beat Tesla at Their Own Game
By Noah Washington on
He traded his Tesla Model Y for a Hyundai Ioniq 5 and now says Hyundai "just beat Tesla at their own game." Find out why physical buttons and ride quality made all the difference.
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