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.

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?

I Need a 2-Year EV Bridge Until The R2 Arrives, Here's How I Made My Choice

By Noah Washington on March 8, 2025 - 5:18PM

The choice was difficult, but what was done was done.

Picture of BYD flying over Tesla, Rendered With Gemini

BYD Continues To Accelerate Their Technology Lead Over Tesla And Tesla Doesn’t Appear To Be Even Trying To Keep Up

By Rob Enderle on March 7, 2025 - 8:34PM

BYD is moving around Tesla and leaving them behind at an increasing rate. With features like 360-degree turns, head-in parking, emergency water driving, hydraulic suspension, autonomous driving, and done options, Tesla is becoming obsolete.

Volvo ES90 Represents A Significant Jump In EV Range, Charging, And Performance And The Car Looks Pretty Good Too Thanks To NVIDIA And Qualcomm Tech

By Rob Enderle on March 7, 2025 - 8:31PM

Volvo has released its ES90 EV, which looks to be a well-priced high-end luxury EV at a relatively reasonable price. Decent power, decent range, and some standout features may make this our family’s next car.

Picture of Toyota BZ3X curtesy of Toyota

Toyota Announces $15K EV (Starting Price) And It Could Be The Biggest EV Bargain In The Market Putting China On Notice That Toyota Is In The EV Game To Win It

By Rob Enderle on March 7, 2025 - 8:27PM

Toyota announced a $15K car, basically half the price of the Fiat 500e, with better performance, range, capacity, and RAV4-like usability. This car at this price could be a positive game changer for Toyota when Tesla is failing.

I Spent Months Hating My Rivian's Auto-Unlock Feature, The Entire Time It Was My Fault

By Noah Washington on March 7, 2025 - 5:05PM

My Rivian didn't want to open until I did this one thing, it was my fault.

Tesla's Offering 1.99% APR on New Cybertrucks Plus Free Lifetime Supercharging, Here’s Why They’re Doing It

By Noah Washington on March 7, 2025 - 4:55PM

The Tesla Cybertruck is a polarizing vehicle... let's see if it's worth the hassle.

Image shows a 1969 Plymouth Fury and 2025 Dodge Charger side by side - taken by John Goreham

The 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona Is Eerily Similar In Size and Dimensions to the 1969 Plymouth Fury Coupe - Coincidence?

By John Goreham on March 7, 2025 - 4:52PM

We compare and contrast the 1969 Plymouth Fury III Hardtop Coupe to the 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona Coupe and find they are almost twins.

Tesla Stock Drops Below Pre-Election Levels – Elon Musk’s Gamble Fails to Prop-Up the EV Maker

By Tinsae Aregay on March 7, 2025 - 4:47PM

After the election, Tesla's stock surged 90%, leading investors to praise Elon Musk's outspoken political involvement. However, as of today, Tesla's stock has returned to pre-election levels, suggesting that Musk’s risky strategy might not pay off.

Image of Dodge Charger Daytona EV by John Goreham

You Won’t Believe the Ridiculous Size of the Dodge Charger Daytona Coupe EV’s Backseat and Cargo Area

By John Goreham on March 7, 2025 - 1:43PM

We conducted a test of the Dodge Daytona EV’s back seat and storage volume to see if it is real-world useful. The results were a big surpise.

Elon Musk, Tesla Cybertruck, Model S, 3, X, Y

Tesla Fans Are Celebrating the Growing Anti-Tesla Sentiment as More & More Tesla Owners Dump Their Teslas at a Huge Loss – One Tesla Buyer Says “I Can’t Wait to Score a Deal on a Cybertruck”

By Tinsae Aregay on March 7, 2025 - 11:17AM

Several Tesla enthusiasts are celebrating reports that many Tesla owners are selling their vehicles at a significant loss. One Cybertruck buyer admits he’s secretly hoping the anti-Tesla sentiment continues so he can get a good price on a use Cybertruck.

Falken Ziex CT60 A/S tire on Jeep Wagoneer S image by John Goreham

Why Jeep Chose the Falken ZIEX CT60 A/S Tire For Its New High-performance Wagoneer S Battery-Electric Crossover Sport Utility Vehicle - And Why We Think It’s a Perfect Fitment

By John Goreham on March 7, 2025 - 8:25AM

Jeep’s most modern and sleek vehicle is the new battery-only Wagoneer S. This all-new crossover SUV shares much of its powertrain with the Dodge Charger. We spoke with Jeep in person to find out why Jeep selected this very specific tire for Wagoneer S.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “Twice In the Last Week FSD Has Taken Me Straight Across a Double Yellow Into Oncoming Traffic”

By Denis Flierl on March 7, 2025 - 6:32AM

Does Tesla have a problem with its FSD feature on the Cybertruck and other models? One owner says his Cybertruck has taken him across a double yellow line into oncoming traffic. Is this happening with other Tesla vehicles, or is it an isolated incident?

I Completed My First Long-Distance Trip With Commercial Charging in My Rivian R1T While Testing the Tailgate Bike Pad and Learning Valuable Road Trip Lessons

By Narek Hareyan on March 6, 2025 - 9:58PM

From a shaky start with a tailgate bike pad to a game-changing realization about EV trip planning, my first long-distance journey in a Rivian R1T was packed with surprises, read on to uncover the must-know road trip lessons every EV owner should learn.

Image of the front of the Aptera, showcasing it's Lambo style doors, and solar panels on nose

“100 Wh Per Mile Is Crazy”: Aptera’s Solar EV Breaks Efficiency Records in Mojave Desert Testing, But Skepticism Remains

By Mikey Garcia on March 6, 2025 - 4:42PM

‘100 Wh per mile is crazy,’ says one fan of the Aptera Solar EV, which just broke efficiency records in Mojave Desert testing. With up to 40 miles of solar range daily, it’s a game-changer, but delays leave many wondering if it will it ever hit production

A Tesla Cybertruck Buyer Says He Took Delivery of a Defective Truck Because Tesla Promised Him It Would be an Easy Fix, However, His Truck Returned Even More Damaged After a Service Visit

By Tinsae Aregay on March 6, 2025 - 2:56PM

A Cybertruck owner accepted delivery of a defective truck, believing Tesla could easily fix the issues. However, he discovered there was no service opening for a month. Even worse, after a long wait, Tesla returned his Cybertruck even more damaged.

Image of Chevrolet Bolt battery-electric car with flat tire used with permission

I Pulled My Bolt Electric Vehicle Into a Parking Spot, Heard a Hissing Sound, Saw the Tire Was Rapidly Losing Air, and I Don’t Have a Spare - I’m a Teacher and Can’t Deal With This - I need Help

By John Goreham on March 6, 2025 - 10:54AM

We paraphrase a Chevrolet Bolt EV owner who discovered that the vehicle did not have a spare tire. Many EV owners are frustrated to find out that a simple flat tire can result in their vehicle being towed and then out of service for quite some time.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says There is a Strange Odor Inside the Truck’s Cabin – Adds, “It Smells Like Melting Electric Wires”

By Tinsae Aregay on March 6, 2025 - 9:16AM

A Cybertruck owner reports that he charged his truck above 80% for the first time and began to notice a strange odor inside the cabin. He adds that the smell resembles that of an electrical wire harness melting.

Rivian’s Hands-Free Driving Is Making Progress but Gen 1 Owners Are Concerned Driver+ Still Lacks the Confidence They Expect

Rivian’s Hands-Free Driving Advances, but Gen 1 Owners Feel Abandoned as Driver+ Struggles to Inspire Confidence

By Narek Hareyan on March 5, 2025 - 8:22PM

Rivian’s hands-free driving is evolving, but frustrated Gen 1 owners feel left behind, does Driver+ inspire confidence, or is it still too unreliable? Read on to see what owners are saying and share your experience.

A Tesla Fan Says He Wants to Give Direct Financial Assistance to the EV Maker by Accepting a Lousy Trade-in Offer – Adds, “I’m Super Happy Tesla Will Pocket the Difference”

By Tinsae Aregay on March 5, 2025 - 9:15AM

In a first-of-its-kind act of philanthropy, a Tesla fan says he will be accepting a lower trade-in offer from Tesla than he can get otherwise. His reason is that he wants to help Tesla financially & adds “I’m super happy Tesla will pocket the difference.”

I Refused to Pay Tesla's $1,633 Headlight Quote - Found One for $320 on eBay and I'm Doing It Myself (With Pictures of My First DIY Tesla Repair)

By Noah Washington on March 5, 2025 - 8:58AM

How I plan on fixing my Tesla Model Y's headlight under the quoted price.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “The Massive Negativity Against Tesla Is Actually Fueling More Curiosity and Exposure, and Working In the Cybertruck’s Favor"

By Denis Flierl on March 5, 2025 - 7:44AM

Cybertruck and Tesla haters fuel curiosity, and it's working in the automakers' and the controversial truck's favor. This is what one Cybertruck owner says. Check out Marcus Reno's insightful comments and see if you agree or disagree.

Ford Boss Speaks Out About the F-150 Lightning, “Ford Keeps Trying to Reinvent the Wheel For Something That’s Been Very Successful For Many, Many Years”

By Denis Flierl on March 5, 2025 - 6:44AM

Ford has returned to delivering its F-150 Lightning EV trucks directly to dealers rather than storing them at regional hubs while awaiting customer orders. Here is what F-150 Lightning and all Ford EV buyers need to know.

I Love What Elon Musk Is Doing, So Much So, We Went And Bought A New Tesla Model Y To Show Our Support

By Armen Hareyan on March 4, 2025 - 7:47PM

Troy Batastini’s love for Elon Musk’s vision drove him to buy a Tesla despite protests. While some EV supporters hit the gas, others pump the brakes on this EV debate.

Vietnamese Carmaker VinFast’s Rapid Expansion Faces Challenges as Owners Say It’s ‘a Bit of a Pain, but Worth It’

By Mikey Garcia on March 4, 2025 - 6:52PM

Vietnamese automaker VinFast expands rapidly in the EV market with models like VF8 & VF9, praised for affordability but faces software glitches & reliability issues.

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