Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 70)

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.

Tesla Shares Detailed Guidance for Cybertruck Owners Who Find Themselves Stuck in Snow – #10 “Get a Friend With a Tow Strap to Pull You Out”

By Tinsae Aregay on February 23, 2025 - 7:50AM

Tesla’s chief Cybertruck engineer has published a 10-step guide for Cybertruck owners who find themselves stuck in snow. The 10th recommendation is, “Get a friend with a tow strap to pull you out.”

Model 3 Owner Responds to New Data Showing Tesla Drivers Are the Worst, “Some Tesla Drivers Like to Speed and Weave Between Lanes, But Many of Us Drive Like Responsible Adults”

By Denis Flierl on February 23, 2025 - 6:28AM

Which car brand has the worst drivers? New Insurance data says Tesla has the worst drivers of all automakers. If it hadn't been bad before for Tesla owners, it could have worsened as this report became public. Here's what Tesla owners need to know.

I Love My Mach-E's BlueCruise But $50/Month is Insane, It Can't Even Handle Snow and Keeps Telling Me to 'Watch the Road' When I Already Am

By Noah Washington on February 22, 2025 - 9:58PM

While the system works brilliantly on clear highways, BlueCruise limitations on the Mach-E become painfully apparent the moment snowflakes hit the windshield.

My F-150 Lightning Hit 33K Miles, It Powers My House, Hauls Server Racks, and Tackles Off-Road Trails, But There's One Thing Missing

By Noah Washington on February 22, 2025 - 9:29PM

After a year and 33,000 miles of pushing his F-150 Lightning to its limits, one owner has discovered what Ford got right, and wrong, with America's first mainstream electric pickup.

An orange Scout Traveler takes the path less traveled, a dirt road through the forest

I Think This Small SC Town Will Boom With The Groundbreaking Of Scout Motors, And The Launch Of The Scout Terra and Traveler

By Mikey Garcia on February 22, 2025 - 12:08PM

Scout Motors breaks ground on a $2 billion EV factory in South Carolina, reviving the iconic Terra and Traveler models. Discover how this project is reshaping America’s automotive landscape.

A Cybertruck Owner Says, “A Tesla Model Y Was Taunting Me, so I Punched the Accelerator but Ended Up in a Death Wobble Around 90 MPH.”

By Tinsae Aregay on February 22, 2025 - 9:51AM

A Cybertruck owner driving on the highway says a Tesla Model Y was taunting him, so he punched the accelerator but ended up experiencing a death wobble around 90 MPH. The Cybertruck owner says the violent shaking stops around 70 mph.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Was Doing DoorDash Deliveries Using His Cybertruck and Ended Up Damaging the Truck. Adds, “I Don’t Do DoorDash for the Money, I Do It as a Punishment”

By Tinsae Aregay on February 22, 2025 - 8:40AM

A Tesla Cybertruck owner says his $12 DoorDash delivery run damaged his truck. He adds that he’s not doing DoorDash for the money but to punish himself and instill discipline.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Complains About Loud Wind Noise; Tesla Says, “The Only Way to Stop the Noise is by Putting a Tape Over the Panel Gaps”

By Tinsae Aregay on February 22, 2025 - 8:22AM

A Tesla Cybertruck owner took his truck in for service because of loud wind noise in the cabin. However, to his surprise, Tesla turned him back, saying the only way to reduce the noise was by putting tape over the body panels.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “With All the Negativity, I Was Annoyed When a Man Started Taking Pictures Of My Cybertruck, But As I Watched Him, Admiration Replaced Irritation"

By Denis Flierl on February 22, 2025 - 7:07AM

With all the negative attention Tesla Cybertruck owners are getting these days, one owner says he was surprised by what happened when a man started taking pictures of his truck. He thought it would turn ugly, but then something amazing happened.

I Swapped My 2023 Toyota Prius' 47lb 19-inch Wheels for 35.5lb 16-inch Ones, Already Seeing 59-65 MPG in 45°F Minnesota Weather

By Noah Washington on February 21, 2025 - 6:54PM

After months of ownership, I decided to tackle the biggest efficiency killer on my 2023 Toyota Prius.

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.

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