Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 55)

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 New Kia EV9's Rear Motor Failed at 1,000 Miles, Now I'm 20th in Line for a Backordered Replacement and Kia Can't Even Provide a Part Number

By Noah Washington on February 21, 2025 - 12:26PM

My dealer informed me that I'm 20th in line for a Kia EV9 replacement motor that doesn't even have a part number yet. Kia's corporate response has been poor.

A Man Born With No Hands Shows How To Drive a Tesla Cybertruck Using His Arms – Heavy Doors & Lack of Stalks Introduce Unique Challenges, but He adds that “the Steering & Driving is Nice”

By Tinsae Aregay on February 21, 2025 - 7:01AM

A disabled man shows how to drive a Tesla Cybertruck with no hands. He says the “doors are freaking heavy” and “the turning signals on the wheel are odd.” However, he adds, “the steering and driving is nice.”

Tesla Cyberbeast Owner Says, I’m Driving at 55 MPH Coming Back From a Ski Trip, When All Of a Sudden I Heard a Terrible Ripping Apart Sound Coming From the Top of My Truck

By Denis Flierl on February 21, 2025 - 6:07AM

Does the Tesla Cybertruck have quality issues? Not all trucks are affected by trim pieces flying off while traveling 55 miles an hour on the highway, but one owner did. Check out the potential problem and what all Cybertruck owners need to know.

I’ve Had a Ford F-150 Lightning, a Tesla Cybertruck and Now I’m Driving a Mustang Mach-E, But I’m Thinking of Getting a Rivian R1T And I’m concerned of Ease of Warranty Repair

By Narek Hareyan on February 20, 2025 - 11:16AM

Discover the essential insights about the Rivian R1T that every electric vehicle enthusiast needs to know, from real-world reliability to must-have features, and share your own electrifying experiences in the comments.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Traded His Cadillac Escalade for a Cybertruck & Now His Monthly Payment is Almost Cut in Half – Several Cybertruck Owners Also Share They Came from an Escalade

By Tinsae Aregay on February 20, 2025 - 8:25AM

Several Cybertruck owners are sharing that they traded a Cadillac Escalade to get a Cybertruck. There appear to be a surprising number of cross-shoppers between the two brands.

I Spend More Money Charging My Tesla Model 3 on Superchargers Then I Would Spend on Gas

By Armen Hareyan on February 19, 2025 - 11:26PM

I never expected charging my Tesla Model 3 at Superchargers to cost me more than filling up a gas tank, but here’s why it happened and what every EV owner should know.

The 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Backcountry Adds Luxury to Off-Road Performance

By Mary Conway on February 19, 2025 - 8:57PM

Jeep's newest limited edition provides drivers with the opportunity to add a little more technology and luxury to their off-roading.

BMW Just Shook Up The Car World Showing How It Plans To Keep Its Edge, And It's Not Just About Another EV

By Nicholas Muhoro on February 19, 2025 - 8:44PM

BMW's Vision Experience delivers an unexpected thrill ride where software transforms every drive into pure joy. Its "Heart of Joy" tech isn't just about another electric vehicle. Your car simply gets smarter over time.

Microlino vs. Cybertruck partially rendered by Gemini

Swiss EV Company Creates Anti-Pickup Truck (Cybertruck?) Marketing Effort With Electric Car Which Resembles The BMW Isetta

By Rob Enderle on February 19, 2025 - 8:37PM

Micro Mobility AG of Switzerland is bringing the Microlino BMW Isetta-like EV to the US as the anti-pickup truck (Cybertruck), and this could be an ideal solution for kids needing a safer ride to school or older adults who currently are using golf carts.

Gemini Created Image Of China Taking Over EV Market

BYD’s CEO Is Right And Chinese EVs Are Around 3- 5 Years Ahead Of Everyone Else Because China Started Preparing For This Market Years Ago

By Rob Enderle on February 19, 2025 - 7:51PM

BYD’s CEO rightly highlighted that China is years ahead of the rest of the world in EVs, and this is largely because China identified this opportunity back in 2001 and then resourced it so they would win. The West was caught napping.

Some Say Kia Completely Ruined The EV4 Sedan With That Extended Rear, But Hatchback's Impressive Styling Looks Better and Has The Best Chance Against The Tesla Model Y

By Nicholas Muhoro on February 19, 2025 - 7:35PM

Kia’s bold new EV4 is turning heads, but while the hatchback’s sleek design is winning praise, some say the sedan’s awkward extended rear completely ruins it. Would you still buy one?

My Tesla's Warranty Replacement Battery Has 50km Less Range Than Original, And The Service Manager Compared It to 'Worn Pistons' in a Gas Engine

By Noah Washington on February 19, 2025 - 4:44PM

Here's why this attitude toward battery replacements should concern every Tesla Model 3 owner.

I Traded My Tesla Model Y For A Lucid Air Pure, I Love It But Day 2 Brought My First Service Visit

By Noah Washington on February 19, 2025 - 12:21PM

My honeymoon phase for my Lucid Air came to an abrupt halt when the infotainment system decided to completely freeze just 48 hours into ownership, maybe Tesla is better.

Elon Musk Says, “The Tesla Cybertruck is Apocalypse-Level Safe” After the Truck Received 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from NHTSA

By Tinsae Aregay on February 19, 2025 - 7:07AM

The recent 5-star safety rating from the NHTSA has thrilled Elon Musk to the extent that he recalled he also manages a car company. Following the announcement of the results, Musk stated, “Cybertruck is apocalypse-level safe.”

I Sold My Tesla for a BMW i4, But the Tech Disappointed Me, and I’m Holding Out for the Rivian R3X

By Narek Hareyan on February 18, 2025 - 8:59PM

I sold my Tesla for a BMW i4, expecting a refined driving experience, but the tech left me frustrated, now I’m holding out for the Rivian R3X, hoping it finally delivers the seamless innovation I’ve been missing.

I Did The Best Upgrade I’ve Ever Done, I Took the Risk and Swapped HID for LEDThe Difference Is Insane

I Did The Best Upgrade on my Chevy Bolt I’ve Ever Done, I Took the Risk and Swapped HID for LED The Difference Is Insane

By Narek Hareyan on February 18, 2025 - 8:12PM

Discover how swapping your HID headlights for LED on your Chevy Bolt can transform your night driving experience and ignite a heated debate among car enthusiasts, share your thoughts and join the conversation.

Scout Terra in front of farmhouse, ready for a day of work!

Blythewood’s Bet on the Future: How the Scout Motors Traveler and Terra are Driving Community Transformation

By Mikey Garcia on February 18, 2025 - 5:33PM

Scout Motors is transforming Blythewood, SC, with a $2B EV factory, 4,000 jobs, and community forums to ensure transparency and local involvement. A true partnership in progress.

Tesla to Bring Back Physical Turn Signal Stalks to the Model 3 as Part of a Mid-Cycle Refresh

By Tinsae Aregay on February 18, 2025 - 1:49PM

Leaked information from a Tesla insider hints that “Tesla will soon add turn signal stalks to the Model 3." This move follows Tesla’s latest decision to keep the physical turn signal indicator on the refreshed Model Y.

My Cybertruck Got Spit On From A Brooklyn High Rise, The Anti-Tesla Hate Is Getting Personal

By Noah Washington on February 18, 2025 - 10:33AM

The Cybertruck has finally arrived, and as expected, it's causing just as much of a spectacle on the road as its creator does online.

The less-powerful hybrid Lexus ES makes for a better daily driver than a Lexus GS350

I Traded In My Lexus GS350 V-6 For An ES300h With $20,000 Worth Of Optional Equipment. I Never Expected To Like The Hybrid So Much

By Dimitar Angelov on February 18, 2025 - 9:43AM

With the GS discontinued and the IS being too small, the ES300h might be the best Lexus sedan you can buy, if you are looking for a reliable, luxury commuter car, and are willing to sacrifice some performance for fuel economy.

Tesla Model Y Owner Says, “I Made a Delivery To a Building’s Unplowed Parking Lot, I Was Pushing Snow With My Bumper, and My Y Took It Like a Champ”

By Denis Flierl on February 18, 2025 - 5:54AM

Are Tesla vehicles good in the snow, and should you buy one if you live in a snowy climate? Rob wasn't afraid to drive his Model Y in deep snow and says it performed like a champ. Here's what Tesla buyers need to know. There's more to fear than snow.

I Replaced the Battery in My 2022 Bolt EUV Premier After Propulsion Issues and Charging Problems, and Here's How It Affects the Value

By Narek Hareyan on February 17, 2025 - 4:17PM

Discover how replacing the battery in my 2022 Bolt EUV Premier after serious propulsion issues not only affected its performance but could also change its resale value, and learn how you can avoid similar pitfalls.

My Rivian’s Phone Key System Left Me No Choice but to Use Dog Mode to Keep My Wife Comfortable in the Car

By Narek Hareyan on February 17, 2025 - 3:16PM

Rivian’s phone key system promises convenience, but what happens when it leaves you in a hilarious, and frustrating, situation? Find out how owners are navigating this new tech and share your own experience.

Tesla Cybertruck Owners Call For a Counter-Protest to Show Support for Elon Musk; Say “200 Cybertrucks Surrounding The Anti-Tesla Protestors Will Show Them Who the Majority Is”

By Tinsae Aregay on February 17, 2025 - 1:37PM

Cybertruck owners across the US are banding together to launch a pro-Elon Musk counter-protest at Tesla service centers. They say showing up with 200 Cybertrucks will prove they are the majority.

Chart comparing Tesla Model 3 to Honda Civic by John Goreham

2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid EV Offers a Great Alternative to Tesla’s Model 3 Long Range RWD For Those Who Are Unpleased With Elon Musk’s Political Activities

By John Goreham on February 17, 2025 - 12:15PM

We compare and contrast the Tesla Model 3 Long Range Rear Wheel Drive sedan to the 2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid-electric Vehicle. Could this be the alternative that shoppers are looking for during these politically charged times?

A lime green colored Chevrolet Spark sits in a parking lot.

The Chevy Spark EV in 2025: A budget-friendly, eco-conscious solution for worker commutes and urban living.

By Mikey Garcia on February 17, 2025 - 11:46AM

Chevy Spark EV in 2025: The EV You Thought Was DEAD… But SHOCKINGLY Isn’t! Forget boring commutes! This zippy, EV has a second-life as the ultimate cheap thrill ride for city dwellers!

I Found Why Dodge Is Offering 0% APR on the Charger Daytona EV As Its Strategy Reveals a Painful Truth

By Noah Washington on February 17, 2025 - 11:30AM

I just discovered why Dodge is offering 0% APR on the 2025 Charger. But it's not looking good for muscle cars.

Image of 2025 Civic Sport Touring Hybrid-Electric car courtesy of Honda

If You Are Considering Green Cars, and Don’t Want Charging Hassles or an SUV, Consider the 2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid-Electric Hatchback for Its’ EV-like Ride, Amazing Energy Economy, and Value

By John Goreham on February 17, 2025 - 10:38AM

In our review of the 2025 Honda Civic Sport Hybrid-Electric vehicle, we will examine how it compares and contrasts with a battery-electric vehicle for those looking to buy a green vehicle.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “Driving My Cybertruck Has Been a Transformative Experience, It Reshaped My Daily Commute and My Outlook On Life”

By Denis Flierl on February 17, 2025 - 8:03AM

Are you tired of the negative stories about the Cybertruck? One Cybertruck owner's viewpoint sheds light on the controversial truck. Erdal Calgary has owned his Cybertruck for ten months and couldn't be happier. Check out his transformative story.

Lexus LBX trademarked in the US. New engines, likely to appear on US models.

A New Lexus Compact Crossover Is Coming To The US, Set On Stealing Clients From BMW And Mercedes

By Dimitar Angelov on February 17, 2025 - 7:14AM

The Lexus LBX was recently trademarked for the US, replacing the slow-selling UX, and promising to make life difficult for the BMW X1 and Mercedes GLA.

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