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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.

I Just Got a Rivian R1S and Noticed a Clicking Sound, Suggesting a Potential Issue Other Owners Have Experienced Before.
I Just Got a Rivian R1S and Noticed a Clicking Sound, Suggesting a Potential Issue Other Owners Have Experienced Before
By Narek Hareyan on
New Rivian R1S owners are reporting a mysterious clicking sound while driving, revealing a common yet puzzling quirk that has the community buzzing with insights and experiences.
I Traded in My 2024 Tesla Model X for a Rivian R1T Over the Weekend, The Build Quality Is Miles Ahead, Rattles, Squeaks, and I Couldn’t Be Happier with My Decision
I Traded in My 2024 Tesla Model X for a Rivian R1T Over the Weekend, The Build Quality Is Miles Ahead, Rattles, Squeaks, and I Couldn’t Be Happier with My Decision
By Narek Hareyan on
After battling constant rattles and squeaks in his brand-new Tesla Model X, one owner made the ultimate switch to a Rivian R1T, and now, he says the build quality is miles ahead with zero regrets. Could Rivian be the better choice? Read on to find out.
A light blue Honda Prologue travels down windy, wooded road
I’ve had my Prologue for 3 weeks now and have been charging at home with no problems, but I tried to charge in public at 4 different charging stations that were working and my car would not start charging
By Mikey Garcia on
Honda’s Prologue is a stunning EV, but will charging nightmares could leave you stranded! Can Honda fix this fatal flaw before it’s too late?
2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid
I Traded My 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid For a 2025 CR-V Sport Hybrid, Now I’m Not Sure It Was a Good Idea
By Denis Flierl on
A new 2025 Honda CR-V Sport Hybrid owner is wondering now if he made the right decision trading in his 2021 CR-V hybrid. He's having several issues with the new SUV and the hybrid technology. Here is what Honda CR-V owners need to know.
2024 Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y Owner Warning, “I Pushed the Trunk Close Button, and Then I Saw My Daughter’s Hand, I Had To Force It Open To Keep It From Crushing Her”
By Denis Flierl on
Here is a warning for all Tesla Model Y owners with small kids. Steve says he almost slammed the rear hatch on his kids because of the vehicle's design. Here is what all Tesla Model Y owners need to know.
A yellow Volkswagon ID Buzz sits parked and readym with a white brick wall in the background
VW ID Buzz Will Get Some Initial Buzz and Probably Dead After, But There Are No Other EV Alternatives
By Mikey Garcia on
The Volkswagen’s ID. Buzz shines with its retro design and nostalgic appeal, but below the surface lies a complex reality where it struggles to balance practicality and its premium price tag.
A white Ford Maverick navigates a wooded dirt road
88,000 Miles In, My 2022 Maverick Hybrid XLT Is Going Strong in Uber Service and Currently Getting 43 Real-World MPG on The Odometer
By Mikey Garcia on
The Ford Maverick Hybrid is redefining rideshare with its stellar fuel efficiency, comfort, and versatility, making it a top choice. But as Tesla eyes the rideshare market and robotaxis loom, the future of human-driven ridesharing faces challenges.
2024 Tesla Model 3
The Cops Keep Asking Me If They Can Use My Tesla Model 3’s Sentry Mode, No One Told Me I’d Be Working Part Time For The Police Department
By Denis Flierl on
Here is one Tesla Model 3 owner's fascinating story. The police have asked nine times to look at her car's Sentry Mode for surveillance. She lives near an area where there is a lot of illegal activity. Is it common for police to ask this of Tesla owners? 
EV Battery
Mercedes' Solid State Battery Can Help Assure The Carmaker's Survival And Soon Make Existing EV Batteries Obsolete
By Rob Enderle on
Mercedes’ EQS Prototype Is Using A Unique Quasi-Solid-State Battery Design, which, on paper, is far better than what is currently on the market. If this plays out, it could help assure Mercedes’ survival as China car companies move to world domination.
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Care Of Xiaomi
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Uses Qualcomm Tech And Showcases The Massive Advantage The Chinese EV Companies Are Gaining. While the base SU7 starts at under $40K The Ultra Costs $112K with a whopping 1,526 HP and a sub 2 second 0-60
By Rob Enderle on
The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is far cheaper and far faster than similar cars from Audi, Porsche, and Tesla, showcasing a massive and growing advantage Chinese car companies have, and this advantage is growing very rapidly.
Honda and Nissan's Breakup Rendered By Gemini
Honda And Nissan’s Merger Failed Because Nissan Didn’t Want To Take The Subordinate Role And Torpedoed The Deal For A Very Common Reason, They Didn’t Want To Lose Their Jobs
By Rob Enderle on
Mergers between peer companies like Honda and Nissan are complicated to pull off, this one failed because of conflicts between C-level executives who didn’t want to retire early.
The Chevy Silverado EV effortlessly tows a 10,000-pound John Deere tractor, showcasing its impressive towing capabilities.
In General, The Reviews Haven't Been Super Kind To The Chevy Silverado EV, But If You Want a Long-Range EV With a Lot of Cargo Space, This Is The One
By Mikey Garcia on
With an substantive 400-mile range and impressive towing, the Chevy Silverado EV might be the electric truck America has been waiting for.
Black Mach E Mustang
I'm Terrified I'm Ruining My Mach-E's Battery! Ford Says 90% But YouTubers Say 80%, Who's Right? (My 40-Mile Daily Dilemma)
By Noah Washington on
My Mustang Mach-E Battery may be ruined by charging to 100%. What should I do?
Drive-By Hate in Traffic Directed at Cybertruck Owners
I talked to a guy with a Cybertruck at a Supercharger the other day, and I asked how he liked it. He said it was awesome, but was surprised at how often he was getting double "fingered" while driving it
By Timothy Boyer on
Where is all the hate coming from? Anti-Musk fans or Good Ol' Boy, traditional truck enthusiasts?
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Stranded in the Cold After Battery Dies Unexpectedly – Shatters Window Simply Trying to Open the Door
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reported that he broke his driver’s side window while attempting to simply open and close the door. This incident occurred while he was stuck on the road after his Cybertruck's battery unexpectedly died in cold weather.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
“I Got Pulled Over In My Tesla Cybertruck For No Reason, the Cop Says This is the First Cybertruck I've Pulled Over"
By Denis Flierl on
Have you ever been pulled over by the police for a minor traffic violation? This Tesla Cybertruck feels he was unjustly pulled over by a police officer in his neighborhood. Check out what the police officer said after he pulled over the new EV truck. 
Elon Musk, Tesla stock price
Elon Musk Tries to Reassure Tesla Investors Who Have Collectively Lost $627 Billion (40%) Over the Last 2 Months – Musk Says, “Long-Term Prospects for Tesla Are Very High.”
By Tinsae Aregay on
After Tesla investors collectively lost $627 billion in two months, Elon Musk responded to accusations that he was to blame for the decline in Tesla stock price. Musk states, “The long-term outcome for Tesla is very high.”
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Warns Cybertruck Prices Will Go Up in 4 Days – Adds “You Should Take Advantage Now, or Else…”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla announces that the promotional price for the Cybertruck will conclude after four days. Through the official Cybertruck account, the company urges prospective buyers to finalize their purchase before the prices increase.
I Took my Rivian R1S on a Road Trip Across the US with Tesla Adapters, and Worry-Free Performance Through Snow, and Remote Areas
I Took my Rivian R1S on a Road Trip Across the US with Tesla Adapters, and Worry-Free Performance Through Snow in Remote Areas
By Narek Hareyan on
I took my Rivian R1S on a 15,000-mile road trip across the US with Tesla adapters, conquering snow, remote areas, and charging challenges, here’s how it went.
I Drove an R1S Dual Max While My R1T Quad AWD Was in for Service, and Found Out that I Prefer the SUV Over My Truck
I Drove an R1S Dual Max While My R1T Quad AWD Was in for Service, and Found Out that I Prefer the SUV Over My Truck
By Narek Hareyan on
I swapped my R1T for an R1S and discovered firsthand how the SUV stacks up against the truck in terms of handling, comfort, and performance.
Picture of Toyota bZ4X parked near Tesla Model Ys by John Goreham
Suddenly, the Electric Vehicles That Many Consider “Not as Good as the Tesla Model Y” May Have Some Interest At Dealerships Due to Anti-Elon Musk Sentiment
By John Goreham on
Many EVs once relegated to second-class status are about to have their Cinderella moment.
Image shows a Tesla dealership - taken by John Goreham
Now It’s Firebombs - Person Arrested For Allegedly Planning Attack On Colorado Tesla Dealership
By John Goreham on
A person has been arrested by police in Colorado for allegedly planning an attack on a Tesla property. 
Lucid Air in Driveway, Grey with Green Grass
I've Unleashed My Lucid Air for 10K Miles And It's Been Nearly Perfect (Except for One $1,400 Oops and That Annoying Phone Issue Everyone Hates)
By Noah Washington on
The Lucid Air has been surprisingly reliable despite many reported issues in the past.
Where to Go for Cybertruck Tire Rotating
Cybertruck Owner Reports Tire Service Center Refused to Rotate His CT's Tires
By Timothy Boyer on
Not every tire service center will rotate a Cybertruck's wheels. Here is why, where you can go, and/or how to DIY correctly without risking damaging your truck.
A black Chevy Bolt customized with blue trim
I Love That The Chevy Bolt Is Affordable, But If We Can't Get Ranges To 500-1000 Miles With Reliable Stations Across The Country ASAP, Hang It Up
By Mikey Garcia on
The surprising truth behind one driver’s disastrous Chevy Bolt road trip and the surprising lessons it holds for the future of electric vehicles.
Image shows an electrical fire inside an EV charger junction box
The EV Charger Plug Into the Outlet Was Completely Melted, and I Could Have Had A Fire and Come Home To No House At all, Which Is the Scariest Thing In the World
By John Goreham on
Our paraphrasing above is from Jessica, an EV owner who says that her home was almost burned to the ground by her EV charging system. Let’s examine how this could have happened and highlight some best practices to prevent EV problems.
I Just Picked Up My 2023 Quad Rivian R1S and Love It but If You’re 5’1 Like Me You’ll Want Running Boards
I Just Picked Up My 2023 Quad Rivian R1S and Love It but If You’re 5’1 Like Me You’ll Want Running Boards
By Narek Hareyan on
I just picked up my 2023 Quad Rivian R1S and absolutely love it, but if you’re 5’1” like me, you might find yourself in a daily battle to climb in, and here’s what you need to know before deciding on running boards.
A blue Chevrolet Spark EV, a subcompact all-electric car
GM just unveiled the Chevrolet Spark EUV, setting up a showdown with Kia’s EV3. Will the Spark EUV’s affordability outmaneuver the EV3’s tech in the battle for affordable electric supremacy?
By Mikey Garcia on
As affordable EVs like GM’s Spark EUV and Kia’s EV3 gain traction globally, it’s concerning that U.S. consumers might miss out. The lack of affordable options in the American market is a glaring issue, and unless addressed, Americans could be priced out.
Tesla dealership shows Model Y, Model X, and Model 3 along with Roadster taken by John Goreham
Tesla Jumps Over 12 Brands In New 2025 J.D. Power Dependability Rankings to Move From Nearly Last to Almost Average Overall, and Nobody Noticed - Not Even J.D. Power
By John Goreham on
We examine how Tesla has risen from the bottom of the barrel in terms of dependability to about average in just one year. Here is what changed.
GMC Sierra EV Head-On Image
I Want My GMC Sierra EV to Play Elvis Instead of the Stock 'Galactic' Pedestrian Warning Sounds - Is This Even Possible?
By Noah Washington on
Tesla had 'Boombox Mode', why can't we have a feature like that on the Sierra EV?
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