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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 57)

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.

2024 Tesla Cybertruck
I Just Bought a Used Cybertruck, Live 3 Hours Away, and Now My Tesla App Says Drop It Off and Pick It Up Next Week!? Are They Giving Me a Loaner?
By Denis Flierl on
What happens when a customer buys a used Tesla Cybertruck and then takes their vehicle in for non-warranty service? Do they get a loaner vehicle from the dealer? Beth lives three hours away from the service center. Here is what Tesla owners need to know. 
A 2025 Gray Rivian R1T pickup truck swiftly drives past, surrounded by lush greenery, showcasing its sleek design and modern aesthetics.
'I Bought A $67K Rivian R1T Sight Unseen, Now I Have 7 Days To Find Every Problem', Industry Expert Reveals Why 'Consumers Are Rushing To Buy' Before Prices Spike
By Noah Washington on
Buying a $67K Rivian sight-unseen off Carvana, genius move or costly gamble? Reddit user itstomclark took the plunge and now has just seven nail-biting days to uncover every potential issue lurking beneath that glossy exterior before his return window.
Two modern 2025 Volkswagen Tayrons, a white one and a purple one, parked by the seaside with a scenic view of mountains and clouds in the background.
'My Volkswagen Suddenly Slams On The Brakes At 80 MPH When It Sees A 20 MPH Sign On A Different Road', VW Owner Claims Cruise Control Is 'So Dangerous I Can't Even Use It'
By Noah Washington on
A Volkswagen driver claims the automaker’s high-tech cruise control isn't just annoying, it’s downright dangerous. After his car violently slammed on the brakes at highway speeds because it misread a sign meant for another road.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Cybertruck Owner Says his Truck Has Spent 22 of the 60 Days He's owned it at a Tesla Service Center. However, He Adds, “We All Know Tesla Makes the Most Reliable Vehicles in the World; I Love My Cybertruck”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says his truck left him stranded in the middle of nowhere and has spent 22 days at Tesla service. However, he states, “I love my Cybertruck; I’m not a hater. We’ll know Tesla makes the most reliable cars in the world.”
A blue 2025 Rivian R1S SUV drives down a tree-lined street, showcasing modern design amidst lush greenery and suburban homes.
My $90,000 Rivian Can't Even Show My Location On The Map While I'm Driving, Even Rivian Admits Their Software Performance Is 'Not Where It Should Be'
By Noah Washington on
Rivian’s futuristic infotainment looks stunning in the R1T & R1S, but real-world owners are reporting frustrating lag and navigation glitches that even the company admits shouldn’t be happening.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Cybertruck Buyer Says Tesla is Trying to Sell Him a Cybertruck That Has Been Sitting on the Lot for 4 Months – Adds “The Truck Was Built on January 8th”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A brand-new Cybertruck buyer says he will reject delivery because Tesla is attempting to sell him a truck that has been sitting on the lot for months. His suspicion arose when Tesla matched him with a VIN immediately after he placed his order.
My 2021 Tesla Model 3 Went In for a Quick Battery Replacement But Came Back With a Charging Problem I Never Expected
My 2021 Tesla Model 3 Went Into Service for a Quick Battery Replacement But Came Back With a Charging Problem I Never Expected
By Aram Krajekian on
Dmitry took his Tesla Model 3 in for a quick battery swap, but what he got back was a bigger headache than he expected. Here’s how a simple service visit turned into a situation that Tesla owners can learn from.
A futuristic electric truck, Tesla Cybertruck, stands on a desert dune at dusk, silhouetted against a twilight sky.
My Cybertruck Hit 20K Miles And Costs Just $0.075 Per Mile, But The 50% Depreciation Feels Like Highway Robbery
By Noah Washington on
I just crossed 20,000 miles in my Cybertruck, averaging just $0.075 per mile, but seeing it drop nearly 50% in value already? That hurts more than any service bill.
A gray 2025 GMC Sierra EV pickup truck parked outdoors, showcasing its modern design and bold front grille against a blurred natural backdrop.
My Sierra EV Hit 10K Miles And Crushes Road Trips In Zero-Degree Weather, But The Occasional Rattle And Buggy App Make Me Want My Rivian R1T Back
By Noah Washington on
I just hit 10,000 miles in my GMC Sierra EV, road-tripped through subzero temps. But constant rattles and a glitchy app are driving me nuts.
Tesla Jim Cramer
Elon Musk Calls an Emergency Meeting With Tesla’s Autopilot Team After Jim Cramer Gives Tesla’s FSD Approach the Stamp of Approval – Musk Says “Inverse Cramer is a Tough Karma to Overcome”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk has shared his concern after CNBC host Jim Cramer came out in support of Tesla’s approach to solving driverless cars. Musk has gathered Tesla’s autopilot team for an emergency meeting over the weekend.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Saved His Rare Chicken Breeds – Adds “Such an Amazing Feature! Name Another Truck That Can Do This”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says that if it wasn’t for his truck, the rare chicken breeds he had invested in would have died from the cold. The Cybertruck owner, happy his truck kept his chickens warm, says, “No other truck can do this.”
A sleek black Mercedes EQS displayed in a gallery, alongside a close-up of its high-tech dashboard and steering wheel.
My Mercedes EV Was Bricked By A USB 'Challenge', Every System Failed And Now The $100K Car Won't Even Start
By Noah Washington on
A $100,000 Mercedes-Benz EV, fried by a teenager with nothing but a “USB killer” and an internet challenge. Think your luxury car is safe from dumb mistakes?
A 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 towing a compact, modern camper trailer on a quiet road, framed by tall green trees.
Towing My Camper With The Ioniq 5 Was A Brutal Reality Check, Highway Range Dropped To Just 100 Miles Despite The Lightweight Trailer
By Noah Washington on
Ever wondered what really happens when you hitch a camper to your new Hyundai Ioniq 5? One EV owner did just that, and discovered a brutal 60% drop in range.
A red Ford truck is being loaded onto a tow truck at night, with rain falling and emergency lights flashing in the background.
My F-150 Lightning Died Two Miles From Home, Each Battery Percent Below 7% Only Lasted One Mile
By Noah Washington on
I took the F-150 Lightning out in freezing rain and found out the hard way why Ford’s electric truck is still a work in progress. Is the Lightning really ready for America’s toughest truck buyers, or is range anxiety still king?
Nissan's Pivot To EV SUVs
Nissan's SUV Pivot: A Pragmatic Path in the Electric Era
By Rob Enderle on
To compete with popular electric SUVs and the growing dominance of Chinese EV makers like BYD, Nissan is strategically shifting to prioritize electric SUVs over the Maxima EV and similar Infiniti sedans.
Jaguar Type 00 Introduction
Jaguar Type 00: A British Thunderbolt on the Horizon?
By Rob Enderle on
The Jaguar Type 00 prototype, with its distinctive design reminiscent of a Jensen Interceptor and a cool auto-open boot, shows promise as a high-performance electric grand tourer potentially capable of challenging Tesla, making it far more interesting.
MG Windsor sourced from MG India
The MG Windsor: Charting a Course for the Electric Family Future?
By Rob Enderle on
The successful, well-priced, and decent-quality MG Windsor EV, quickly gaining popularity in Europe and Asia, offers a potential blueprint for the electric family car. However, despite MG's global brand resurgence, its arrival in the US remains uncertain.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Shares His Frustration After His Truck Died Four Days After Delivery – Says “It’s a Total Bummer Paying Over $100K & Only Enjoying it 4 days Before Having to Return it to Tesla”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Almost two and a half years since starting deliveries, Tesla still appears to be struggling with Cybertruck reliability. A brand-new Cybertruck owner in April 2025 reported that his truck failed & had to be towed back to Tesla only 4 days after delivery.
A blue Chevrolet Bolt EV and a black electric vehicle are parked in a garage, with cleaning supplies and shelves in the background.
I Traded Two Model Ys For An Ioniq 6 And A Used Bolt, I’m Getting Better Range For Less Money And My Insurance Is Cheaper
By Noah Washington on
One Tesla Model Y saved thousands by switching to an Ioniq 6 and Chevy Bolt, now they get better range and cheaper insurance.
2025 Dodge Charger Daytona EV at the Colorado Auto Show
Why Dodge's All-New 2025 Charger Daytona EV is Winning Design Awards
By Mary Conway on
You have seen pictures of Dodge's EV muscle car but the 2025 Charger Daytona is even better looking in person. Now a key automotive publication is giving it a prestigious award.
2026 Cadillac OPTIQ V
Cadillac Will Give the 2026 OPTIQ a V-Series High Performance Package
By Mary Conway on
The V-Series is typically reserved for high horsepower gas-powered vehicles. The 2026 OPTIQ V joins the Cadillac LYRIQ V in the growing EV lineup.
Image shows a BYD car show display courtesy of BYD media support.
Battery-Electric Reality Check Demonstrates That Even in China, a Supermajority of New Vehicle Shoppers Opt Not To Buy an EV and Here Are the Facts By Vehicle Type and Market
By John Goreham on
It would be easy to assume that China has been overtaken by battery-electric vehicles, but the truth is that the vast majority of new car buyers in China opt not to get one. We’ll provide the analysis and source links. You provide the conclusion.
Tesla Cybertruck, Honda Civic
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck is More Efficient Than a Honda Civic – Adds He Saves $1,400 Per Year Compared to His Neighbor Who Drives a Honda Civic
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner has sparked a mini controversy by claiming his Cybertruck is more efficient than his neighbor's Honda Civic. Both commute 150 miles daily, and the Cybertruck owner claims he saves $1,400 by choosing the Cybertruck over the Civic.
I Brought My Tesla Model 3 In for Its First Service, and It Was Meant to Be an Easy Fix, But Now I’m Waiting on Footage to Prove They Damaged It
I Brought My Tesla Model 3 In for Its First Service, and It Was Meant to Be an Easy Fix, But Now I’m Waiting on Footage to Prove They Damaged It
By Aram Krajekian on
One Tesla owner brought in his Model 3 for a quick battery swap, but left with a paint chip and a fight for video evidence. Here’s why his experience might say more about the EV service world than we realize.
Tesla Model S interior with screen showing the map of a city in extreme detail
I Love My Tesla, But These Two Simple UI Changes Would Make My Driving Experience So Much Better
By Noah Washington on
The Tesla UI is perfect, but two small tweaks could take it from great to game-changing. I’ve pinpointed exactly what’s missing, and chances are, you’ve noticed it too.​
A 2025 Dodge Charger EV with red brake calipers parked on gravel, surrounded by green grass and trees in the background.
My Fourth EV Is A 2025 Charger EV, After Owning Model Y, Mustang Mach-E, And F-150 Lightning, This Electric Muscle Car Finally Gets Everything Right
By Noah Washington on
The electric Dodge Charger shouldn't work, but it kind of does. With a simulated V8 growl and polarizing looks, is this the future of American performance, or just glorious madness?
I Thought I Was Finally Getting My Rivian R1T Fixed, Until They Told Me I Wasn’t Even on the Service Schedule Anymore
I Thought I Was Finally Getting My Rivian R1T Fixed, Until They Told Me I Wasn’t Even on the Service Schedule Anymore
By Aram Krajekian on
A Rivian owner was ready for a long-awaited service visit, until Rivian said his appointment didn’t exist. What happened next turned into a lesson in persistence, proof, and navigating EV support.
2025 Ford Mustang GT
The Ford Mustang Just Turned 61 and Continues to Win Fans and Set Records
By Mary Conway on
Ford continues to reinvigorate the pony car. Ford keeps adding more horsepower and performance to the world's top-selling sportscar.
My Rivian R1S Went in for Service and the Loaner They Gave Me Failed Too, But Rivian’s Quick Support Made the Whole Thing Surprisingly Smooth
My Rivian R1S Went in for Service and the Loaner They Gave Me Failed Too, But Rivian’s Quick Support Made the Whole Thing Surprisingly Smooth
By Aram Krajekian on
When this Rivian owner scheduled a simple service visit, they didn’t expect the loaner to break too, but what happened next became one of the clearest signs that Rivian is serious about supporting its owners.
Elon Musk Tesla Model S,3,X,Y Cybertruck
Tesla Stock Surges by 5% Following Q1 2025 Earnings Call
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla's stock price has unexpectedly shot up after the Q1 2025 earnings report. Although financial results declined, Musk’s announcement that he’ll be stepping back from the government to focus on Tesla likely contributed to the stock increase.
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