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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 69)

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.

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?
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Shows His Truck Covered in Brown Spots Driving in Michigan’s Snow & Salt Covered Street. Adds, “Should Wrapping Help?”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says, “As my truck encountered Michigan's harsh snow and road salt, it developed rust and corrosion on the so-called stainless steel!” Wonders if he should wrap his Cybertruck to prevent the brown spots from accumulating.
Tesla Supercharger
Kia EV Owners Had Found a Way To Trick Tesla's Supercharger System By Telling It You Have a Hyundai, But Tesla Closed The Loophole
By Nicholas Muhoro on
Kia EV owners reportedly found a loophole into the Tesla supercharger network. However, Tesla opted to close the loophole to the dismay of many Kia owners who found the subscription charges more friendly than EVgo and Electrify America.
The 2025 Models Identified by Consumer Reports As The Best
Consumer Reports Reveals Their Top Pick Cars of 2025, Including Two Ford Pickup Trucks
By Timothy Boyer on
"We selected models from popular categories, spanning compact cars to midsized luxury SUVs. This year's group features more hybrids, PHEVs, and EVs than ever before, highlighting the growing trend toward electrification in the automotive market," says CR.
Interior image of 2025 Honda Civic courtesy of Honda
Do You Like One-Pedal Driving and Variable Brake Regeneration Force? If So, You Don’t Have to Buy an Electric Vehicle To Get These Features Anymore Because They Are Available In Hybrids and ICE Cars
By John Goreham on
Two features we love when we test battery-electric vehicles are one-pedal driving and variable regenerative brake force. These great features are now appearing in hybrids like the Honda Civic and the Ford Bronco Sport.
Discovering a Unique Sense of Freedom in My Electric Journey as I Embrace the Unconventional Experience of Owning My First Chevy Bolt
I Have Owned A Lot of EVs, but This Chevy Bolt So Far Takes The Cake As An Overall Near-Perfect Everyday Vehicle
By Narek Hareyan on
I never expected my first Chevy Bolt to redefine what freedom behind the wheel feels like, but now every drive is an adventure. Discover why this electric journey might change the way you see driving.
I Put Side Bumpers on My Hyundai Ioniq 6 to Protect It from Careless Parkers, and Now I’m Wondering If I’ve Committed a Styling Crime
I Put Side Bumpers on My Hyundai Ioniq 6 to Protect It from Careless Parkers, and Now I’m Wondering If I’ve Committed a Styling Crime
By Narek Hareyan on
I added side bumpers to my Hyundai Ioniq 6, which seemed like the perfect way to protect it from careless parkers, but now I can't ignore the debate over whether it’s a genius move or a styling disaster.
Image of Chevy Bolt charging on Supercharger network using Lectron adapter.
I'm No Fan Of Elon Musk, but My Lectron Adapter Works Great and Allows Me to Access the Tesla Supercharger Network - Here’s How I Got Mine
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase JH, a Chevrolet Bolt owner who now uses the Supercharger network to charge his battery-electric vehicle with ease, thanks in part to his Lectron adapter.
His Brother Passed Away And He Has To Pick Up His Tesla Model 3 From CA to VA, But He Has No Access To The Inside of The Car
His Brother Passed Away And He Has To Pick Up His Tesla Model 3 From CA to VA, But He Has No Access To The Inside of The Car
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected tragedy leaves Alexus Clark with a Tesla Model 3 locked away in a police impound lot: no keys, no access, and a cross-country journey ahead. Would you know what to do in his place?
Blue Kia EV9 Driving
My $65,000 Kia EV9 Has Been Sitting at the Dealer Since December 2nd Over a Rat, Their Sluggish Pace of Work Is Astonishing
By Noah Washington on
If your $65,000 Kia EV9 was at the shop for most of it's life what would you do?
toyota Sequoia and Toyota Land Cruiser J250
The One Reason Why I Traded In My Toyota Land Cruiser J250 And Bought This Instead
By Dimitar Angelov on
People are willing to trade in their Land Cruiser hybrid for different SUVs from the same company, and according to some owners, there is a good reason for it.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
I Took My Cybertruck To the Tesla Collision Center After Someone Hit Me, and My Truck Has Already Been There 6 Weeks, Is This a Normal Turnaround Time?
By Denis Flierl on
Is the expected wait time at a Tesla collision center six months? A Tesla Cybertruck owner says his truck was in an accident in December, and he's still waiting to get it fixed. He's frustrated and asks what other Tesla owner experiences are like.
Tesla Model S, 3, X, Y & Cybertruck
Elon Musk is Pleased After the Author of ‘Unplugged Alpha’ Said He Legitimately Dislikes Electric Cars but Is Thinking About Buying a Tesla Just to Support Musk
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk is showcasing new Tesla customers who were previously averse to electric vehicles but are now drawn to the brand because of his actions. Excited, Musk exclaims, “Tesla rocks!"
I Took My Chevy Bolt on its First Road Trip Overcoming Apprehensions and Conquering Snowy Mountains on the Journey to Wenatchee for a Family Ski Adventure
I Took My Chevy Bolt on its First Road Trip Overcoming Apprehensions and Conquering Snowy Mountains on the Journey to Wenatchee for a Family Ski Adventure
By Narek Hareyan on
Discover how one family conquered snowy mountains and charged challenges on an unforgettable road trip in their Chevy Bolt, proving that with the right preparation, any journey can become a thrilling adventure worth sharing.
My 2025 Rivian R1T Rebooted While Merging Onto the Highway and I Didn't Know If I Should Be Worried, Impressed, or Preparing to Pull Over
My 2025 Rivian R1T Rebooted While Merging Onto the Highway and I Didn't Know If I Should Be Worried, Impressed, or Preparing to Pull Over
By Narek Hareyan on
Discover the shocking moment a 2025 Rivian R1T rebooted while merging onto the highway, prompting a deep dive into the safety, reliability, and unexpected realities of driving electric vehicles today.
Image showing anti-Elon Musk bumper stickers on a Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y Owner Takes Virtue Signaling To a New Level With Multiple Anti-Elon Stickers In a Move We Expect to See Much More - Will It Ward Off Vandalism and Road rage?
By John Goreham on
Some Tesla owners are very much against Elon Musk’s efforts to uncover waste, fraud, and abuse in the federal government. In order to signal their unhappiness, they have started to employ bumper stickers, so you won't get the wrong idea.
Tesla Model S and Model X
Tesla Confirms the Model S & X Will Get a Refresh in a Few Months. Adds, “There is No Plan to Discontinue the Vehicles Anytime Soon”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla’s VP of Engineering, Lars Moravy, has dismissed rumors that the company will discontinue the Model S and Model X. Instead, the chief engineer states that the Model S and X will receive a refresh later in 2025.
Best Way to Transport Your Dog in The Back of a Cybertruck
New Cybertruck Owner Asks If It Is Okay to Transport His Dog in The Cargo Bed During a Long Trip
By Timothy Boyer on
Is the Tesla Cybertruck cargo bed safe for putting the family dog into for any trip, regardless of how long or short the trip? Here is what the law and dog owners have to say about it.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
I Took My Tesla Cybertruck to a Car Show in Orange Beach and Braced Myself For Negativity, But I Was Shocked At the Response
By Denis Flierl on
How do people respond to the Tesla Cybertruck? It's not all negativity, as one CT owner found out. He took his controversial electric truck to a classic car show in Orange Beach, and something unexpected happened. Here is Marcus's surprising story. 
Tesla Cyber Cab
Tesla Confirms the Cyber Cab will Feature Plastic Body Panels & Will Not Require Painting. Instead, the Color Will be Injected While Molding the Polyurethane Panels – “No More Orange Peel or Paint Bleed”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla says the Cyber Cab will be made out of plastic panels, and similar to the Cybertruck, it will also not require a paint shop. Tesla adds the color will be injected during the plastic molding process, which will eliminate orange peel and paint bleed.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Backed Onto an Old Lady in a Parking Lot. Adds, “My Cybertruck had a Minor Scratch, but I Did a Number on Her Door”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he crashed into a nice old lady while backing up in a parking lot. He adds, “My Cybertruck was barely scratched, but I did a number on her door.”
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