Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 51)

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.

My 2024 Toyota Tundra Hybrid With 10K Miles Is Sitting At the Dealer With Engine Failure, Needless To Say I Regret My Purchase

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2025 - 8:10AM

Another Toyota Tundra Hybrid truck owner is fuming because of its engine problems. Tony bought a 2024 Tundra Hybrid with an engine failure at 10K miles on the new pickup. And that's not the only problem with the truck. Here is Tony's incredible story.

His Father Was Pulling the Polestar P2 on The Driveway and The Car Suddenly Lunged and Crashed, But This Could Well Be a Driver Error Too

By Nicholas Muhoro on March 14, 2025 - 4:41PM

Polestar 2 owner experiences sudden acceleration resulting in an accident with his garage door. The incident raises concerns about the models safety and the potential for human error.

Tesla Cybertruck Owners Propose: “Jeep Owners Leave Rubber Ducks on Each Other’s Vehicles; It’s Time to Start a Similar Tradition” – Movement Started After a Tesla Fan Was Caught on Sentry Camera Leaving Hot Wheels on Cybertrucks

By Tinsae Aregay on March 14, 2025 - 9:15AM

Tesla Cybertruck owners suggest starting a new tradition akin to that of Jeep owners, who place rubber ducks on each other's vehicles to express appreciation. This idea began when a Tesla fan was spotted leaving Hot Wheels on Cybertrucks in parking lots.

Tesla Cybertruck Charging at Supercharger

My $100K Cybertruck Was Shaking Like a Chihuahua at 70 MPH, Here's How a Simple Tire Balance Fixed What FSD Broke

By Noah Washington on March 14, 2025 - 8:19AM

I started experiencing significant steering vibrations at highway speeds in my Tesla Cybertruck. The "squircle" steering yoke would shake noticeably above 70 mph, making highway driving increasingly uncomfortable.

My Wife Hit a Metal Can on the Highway in Our 2025 Model 3, Now Tesla Says We Need an Entire Battery Replacement

By Noah Washington on March 14, 2025 - 8:09AM

My wife hit an unavoidable metal can in our 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range. What should have been minor road debris damage has turned into a major headache. Tesla Service Center just informed me the impact punctured the battery pack's protective casing.

I Waited 3 Years For My Tesla Cybertruck, After One Year, The Pros, Just About Everything On the Truck, Cons, Wiper Washer Smears, and the Cover Leaks

By Denis Flierl on March 14, 2025 - 6:24AM

There's not much that Michael doesn't like about his Tesla Cybertruck. However, there are a few problems with the truck. They are a common issue with the electric truck. Here is what's wrong and what Cybertruck owners need to know to fix them.

I Got the New Update on My 2025 Rivian R1S, But Autonomous Driving Took a Hit, No More Auto Lane Change or Hands-Free

By Narek Hareyan on March 13, 2025 - 9:26PM

Rivian’s latest R1S update promised new features but quietly took away auto lane change and hands-free driving, leaving owners frustrated and searching for answers.

I’m Choosing Between The Rivian R1S and The Tesla Model Y, Is This the Ultimate Adventure SUV for My Growing Family

I’m Choosing Between The Rivian R1S and The Tesla Model Y Thinking This May Be The Ultimate Adventure SUV for My Growing Family

By Narek Hareyan on March 13, 2025 - 4:57PM

"With a growing family and a passion for adventure, I’m torn between the Tesla Model Y’s efficiency and the Rivian R1S’s rugged capability, join the debate and share your thoughts.

So I Just Realized That My Ford Mustang GT Gets Worse Range Than My Tesla Model 3 and Kia EV9, And This Completely Changed My Perception of Range Anxiety

By Nicholas Muhoro on March 13, 2025 - 7:27AM

Ford Mustang GT owner says his V8 Mustang has worse range than his Kia EV9 and Tesla Model 3, changing his perspective on range anxiety.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “I Picked My Kids Up at School, and a Group of Students Ran Up To Look Screaming CYBERTRUCK! I Was Expecting the Worst

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2025 - 6:58AM

Here is a unique story of a Tesla Cybertruck owner who has experienced some negative with his controversial truck. However, this day was very different when he picked up his kids from school. What happened to him and his kids was shocking.

My Tesla Model Y's Screen Goes Completely Black While Driving 70mph in Snowstorms, Dealer Says 'Just Pull Over and Reboot' With My 3 Kids in the Car

By Noah Washington on March 12, 2025 - 10:00PM

We're just three months into our 2023 Model Y Long Range, and the infotainment screen has gone completely dark five times while driving on Toronto highways. This is extremely dangerous.

My New $100K Sierra EV Arrived with a Door Dent, Dealer Says 'Wait for Another Dent' Before They'll Fix It

By Noah Washington on March 12, 2025 - 9:28PM

I paid over $100k for my Sierra EV, I'm not sure what my next choice should be. This dealership experience left a lot to be desired.

My R1T’s Autonomous Driving Needs to Be Better, After Two Years of Ownership, I’m Still Waiting for Meaningful Improvements

My Rivian R1T's Autonomous Driving Needs to Be Better, After Two Years of Ownership, I’m Still Waiting for Meaningful Improvements

By Narek Hareyan on March 12, 2025 - 9:16PM

Two years after launch, Rivian R1T owners are still waiting for real autonomous driving improvements as rivals like Ford and Tesla leave them in the dust, but the first-gen hardware limitations may not allow it at this moment.

I’m a Huge R1S Fan, But My Kids Got Locked Inside with Gear Guard On, Here’s What Went Wrong and How I Finally Got Them Out

By Narek Hareyan on March 12, 2025 - 4:49PM

I love my Rivian R1S, but when it locked my kids inside with Gear Guard on, the A/C off, and no way to unlock it, I panicked, what went wrong, and how did I finally get them out? Read on to find out and see what Rivian should do next.

Image of presidents Trump, Biden, and Obama with Tesla vehicle created using Grok by John Goreham

Should American Presidents Promote American-Made Green Electrified Vehicles? If so, why does the left-leaning media seem to report on this differently when President Trump does it?

By John Goreham on March 12, 2025 - 11:10AM

President Trump held a promotion event at the White House to support Tesla, the leader in American-made electric vehicles. This sure seems to rub left-leaning media outlets the wrong way.

I Booked a Hotel on Hotels.com for Its EV Charging Expecting J1772 but Learned the Hard Way That Tesla Destination Chargers Require a Different Adapter

I Booked a Hotel on Hotels.com for Its EV Charging Expecting J1772, but I Learned the Hard Way That Tesla Destination Chargers Require a Different Adapter

By Narek Hareyan on March 12, 2025 - 12:17AM

I booked a hotel expecting an easy EV charge, only to discover a frustrating mistake of learning how to avoid this common charging pitfall and ensure you're never caught off guard on your next trip.

We Own a Tesla Model 3 and Model Y, We Love Our Cars But Are Becoming Increasingly Concerned About Our Safety, We Will Probably Ditch Our Teslas

By Denis Flierl on March 11, 2025 - 11:24AM

Is owning a Tesla Model 3 or another Tesla model becoming too dangerous? Karen and her husband own a Model 3 and Model Y and are increasingly concerned about their safety. Should they sell their cars because of Elon Musk or wait it out?

Tesla Model Y Owner Believes Service Center Tech Lied to Him

Man Says "Tesla Service Center Lied About a Warranty Repair" on My Tesla Model Y

By Timothy Boyer on March 11, 2025 - 9:59AM

A Tesla Model Y owner is asking if anyone else has experienced a similar warranty repair situation in which the Tesla Service Center said he was covered but then charged him afterward with an "I gotcha" technicality.

I've Spent More on Windshield Washer Fluid Than Repairs on My Bolt EUV - After 2 Years, Here's the Real Cost of EV Ownership

By Noah Washington on March 11, 2025 - 7:52AM

When I tallied up two years of running costs for my Chevy Bolt EUV last night, I had to double-check my spreadsheet. Outside of a brake module covered under warranty, my biggest expense has been windshield washer fluid.

I Scored a GM Buyback 2017 Chevy Bolt with a New Battery, A Game-Changing Affordable EV Find

By Narek Hareyan on March 10, 2025 - 10:38PM

I stumbled upon a rare GM buyback 2017 Chevy Bolt with a brand-new battery, an unbeatable EV bargain that could change the way you see affordable electric cars forever.

My F-150 Lightning's One-Pedal Drive Malfunctioned, Sudden Braking, Then Full Acceleration Totaled Two Cars

By Noah Washington on March 10, 2025 - 10:04PM

My 2023 F-150 Lightning went from a trusted daily driver to a dangerous missile in seconds while cruising at 45mph in one-pedal drive mode.

I Just Ordered a 2025 Lucid After Leaving Tesla, Now the Owner Forums Have Me Second-Guessing Everything

By Noah Washington on March 10, 2025 - 9:48PM

Trading my Tesla Model S for a Lucid Air felt like a no-brainer last week, the showroom car's stunning build quality and 410-mile range made my Model S's panel gaps and phantom braking issues seem ancient.

I am Loving Our New Rivian R1S Tri-Motor, The road Trip from Palm Springs to Las Vegas Shows Comfort, Quality, and Effortless Charging

By Narek Hareyan on March 10, 2025 - 8:57PM

A former Tesla Model S Plaid owner takes his new Rivian R1S Tri-Motor on a flawless road trip from Palm Springs to Las Vegas, discovering unmatched luxury, comfort, and effortless charging along the way.

My Friend's Cybertruck is a Mobile Bitcoin Mine Thanks to Free Supercharging, But Tesla's Battery Warranty Probably Won't Cover This

By Noah Washington on March 10, 2025 - 7:57PM

Imagine transforming your Tesla Cybertruck into a mobile Bitcoin mining operation.

Gas prices of $2.75 in Q1 2025 in Concord Mass by John Goreham

Gas Prices At Lowest Level In Four Years Add More Energy to the Perfect Storm of Problems Battery-Electric Vehicles Face in 2025

By John Goreham on March 10, 2025 - 7:03PM

Battery-electric vehicles have seen virtually no market share growth in America over the past two years. Low gas prices won’t help.

I Was Surprised and Concerned That Nissan Dropped the V6 in the Murano For 2025 Until I Drove the New One and Realized That the New Powertrain Is a Clear Upgrade

By John Goreham on March 10, 2025 - 2:31PM

If you are shopping for a new mid-sized five-passenger crossover SUV, the new Murano should be on your list of top considerations. Here’s our take after a week with the Murano’s top trim.

“I’ve Seen Tesla Owners Trying To Disguise Their Model 3 and Cybertruck With Another Car Brand’s Logo, Why? They Don’t Want To Be Associated With Tesla”

By Denis Flierl on March 10, 2025 - 8:06AM

A worldwide trend is happening as Tesla owners try to disguise their cars with other brands' logos. There is a Tesla Model 3 with an Audi logo, a Cybertruck with a Rivian logo, and some with Mazda and Honda logos. Here is what Tesla owners need to know.

Image of Mazda CX-70 plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle spare tire by John Goreham

Every Top-Selling Vehicle Model In America Has Spare Tire Available Except One - We Break Down Which Popular Brands and Models Offer Spare Tires Segment by Segment, and Highlight Which Models Lack This Important Safety and Convenience Feature

By John Goreham on March 10, 2025 - 7:49AM

Despite rumors to the contrary, spare tires are alive and well in 2025 and 2026 model year vehicles. We run down the list of top-selling vehicles and examine what type of spare they offer.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “We Are Officially Saying Goodbye To Our Cybertruck, Tesla Is Buying It Back Because It Has So Many Problems”

By Denis Flierl on March 9, 2025 - 8:28AM

Does Tesla have a buyback program for the Cybertruck and other models? Ashley says that she and her partner purchased a new Cybertruck, and Tesla is repurchasing it because it has so many problems. Here is what Tesla owners need to know.

Yesterday We Said Goodbye To My Jeep Wrangle And I Came Home With This 2024 Mustang Mach-E, But I am Nervous About It Being Electric

By Armen Hareyan on March 8, 2025 - 6:38PM

I just traded my Jeep Wrangler for a 2024 Mustang Mach-E, but I'm already nervous about it being electric. Did I make a huge mistake or will I end up loving it?

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