Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 76)

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.

Subaru Crosstrek Gets Top Safety Scores In Europe, But Not In The U.S.

By Denis Flierl on September 14, 2024 - 6:13AM

How safe is the new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek? The remodeled Crosstrek was awarded the best rating in the new 2024 Euro NCAP safety test. Why doesn’t the IIHS give Crosstrek top scores? Here are the results customers should know.

Tesla Robo Taxi Rendered By Google Gemini

Tesla Tests Robotaxi With Rotating Seats-The End Of Car Ownership Is Approaching

By Rob Enderle on September 13, 2024 - 7:54PM

With Tesla’s entry of a viable Robotaxi the beginning of the end of car ownership, humans driving cars, and ICE cars in general begins with the eventual end forecast to be in 10 to 15 years based on prior trends.

Used EV Prices Fall Far Below Used Gas Car Prices and Considerable Bargains Outsell Used Gas Cars

By Rob Enderle on September 13, 2024 - 5:18PM

Used EV prices have made these cars a considerable bargain, and they appear to be outselling similar used gas cars now; they also tend to be more reliable used than new.

GM Criticized Zeekr for Advancing Too Fast – Anticipating GM’s Collapse

By Rob Enderle on September 13, 2024 - 3:55PM

GM is downplaying the competitive threat from Chinese companies which are currently outperforming them. The tariffs that are protecting GM will eventually be bypassed or eliminated. GM has to prepare better to avoid other problems.

2 More Subaru Vehicles Earn Top IIHS Safety Awards

By Denis Flierl on September 13, 2024 - 5:58AM

In the IIHS' latest batch of safety ratings, two more Subaru vehicles qualify for Top Safety Pick awards. Subaru now has five models that are the safest. See which models are still left out.

TOPS Will Replace Horsepower In Future Electric Cars

By Rob Enderle on September 12, 2024 - 6:57PM

TOPS, or Trillions of Operations Per Second, will increasingly be more relevant to how we measure cars than HP or any other metric as automobiles and their functions become smarter than we currently are.

Why Jaguar's Effort To Go Electric Has Been "Hugely Frustrating"

By Rob Enderle on September 12, 2024 - 2:53PM

Jaguar's management is frustrated by the problems related to converting to all-electric cars. This is their own fault because they failed to learn from Tesla and failed to both define and adhere to the critical path that Tesla’s success defined.

Surrounded by Tesla Owners I'm Choosing the Hyundai Ioniq 5 for Its Smooth Ride and Unique Appeal

By Armen Hareyan on September 12, 2024 - 9:55AM

Lots of his friends own Teslas, but he, a first-time EV Buyer, is purchasing a Hyundai Ioniq 5 for its comfort and reliability.

Subaru Keeps It Simple With The New Forester Hybrid

By Denis Flierl on September 12, 2024 - 6:17AM

What can you expect from the new Subaru Forester Hybrid when it arrives next year? Subaru has made a deliberate choice to keep the all-new compact SUV straightforward and user-friendly. Here's a glimpse of what hybrid enthusiasts can look forward to.

2025 Ram REV BEV to be Built in Sterling Heights, Michigan

Ram Confirms Production to Start on the 2025 Ram 1500 REV BEV

By Mary Conway on September 11, 2024 - 11:00PM

Ram's parent company is investing $406 million to upgrade plants in Michigan to start building EV trucks.

Image of Tesla vehicles for sale by John Goreham

Used Battery-Only Vehicles Plunge In Value - Hybrid-Electrics Remain Steady

By John Goreham on September 11, 2024 - 2:42PM

A new study highlights show dramatically the value of battery-only vehicles has plummeted. Meanwhile, hybrid-electric vehicles are holding their value.

Powering a Battery-Only Vehicle Is 23-Times Slower Than Powering a Hybrid -Why It Matters

By John Goreham on September 10, 2024 - 4:09PM

We compare and contrast the time per mile to power a hybrid-electric vs. adding electricity to a battery-electric vehicle. Our examination shows that under ideal circumstances, powering a battery-only vehicle is 23 times slower than powering up a hybrid.

Elon Musk Highlights a Video of a Tesla Cybertruck Rescuing a Toyota Tacoma Stuck in Mud

By Tinsae Aregay on September 9, 2024 - 10:54AM

After all the criticisms concerning the Cybertruck’s off-roading ability, Elon Musk has highlighted a new video where the Cybertruck rescues a stuck Toyota Tacoma from a muddy pit. In the video, you can also see the Cybertruck clear the course easily.

Subaru Puts The Ascent 3-Row SUV On A Watch List

By Denis Flierl on September 9, 2024 - 6:14AM

Is the Subaru Ascent on its way out? Its sales continue to drop, and it could be on the chopping block. Here's what the future of the Ascent looks like now.

Tesla Ups Its Wireless Charging Game, Showing It May Use Wireless Charging Pads For Its Robotaxi Vehicle

By Jeremy Johnson on September 8, 2024 - 3:35PM

Tesla may end up using a wireless charging solution for its robotaxi network. This would mean the robotaxis would simply drive over a wireless charging pad in order to charge.

Tesla Told Me to Stop Complaining About My Cybertruck Door; It Flung Open On the Highway Next to My 1-Year-Old Daughter

By Tinsae Aregay on September 8, 2024 - 10:38AM

A Cybertruck owner says Tesla Engineers told him to stop complaining and that it was just a cosmetic issue when he showed them his ill-fitting doors. However, the door flung open on the highway next to where his 1-year-old daughter was sitting.

Subaru Boosts EV Game With Panasonic’s New Battery Tech

By Denis Flierl on September 7, 2024 - 9:55AM

How is Subaru doing in the electric vehicle race? They've been making significant strides, especially with the recent collaboration with Panasonic Energy. Let's delve into their proactive EV game plan.

Tesla's AI Road Map Has Released - Showing FSD Version 13 In One Month and China and Europe Getting FSD: This Has Huge Implications

By Jeremy Johnson on September 6, 2024 - 1:35AM

Tesla has done something it normally doesn't do - and that is, release a road map of its plans. In this road map, Tesla's AI plans are announced, with FSD coming to Europe and China next year and version 13 releasing in the U.S. in October.

All About the Happenings With Tesla Today, 9/4/2024 - Including 4680 Battery, Actually Smart Summon, and Optimus

By Jeremy Johnson on September 4, 2024 - 11:25PM

Here is the latest news about Tesla today, Wednesday, September 4th, 2024, including insights into 4680 batteries, actually smart summon, and a cryptic message about robots.

BYD and Polestar brands in the same image

Why BYD Is Doing Better - Polestar Posts $242M Loss While BYD’s Profits Surge Despite Discounting

By Rob Enderle on September 4, 2024 - 11:02PM

BYD had a great quarter while Polestar tanked and lost its CEO, here we look at the brand strength of both companies and why BYD is doing better.

With The Cadillac Celestiq GM Repeats The Failed Continental Mark II Experiment

By Rob Enderle on September 4, 2024 - 9:44PM

The Celestiq is an awesome car but at $350K it prices well above Cadillac’s price range and if they don’t fund an effort similar to what Mercedes did with the Maybach, which will be very difficult for them, this car will be a spectacular failure.

Toyota And Tesla Find Fascinating Way To Extend Electric Car Battery Life

By Rob Enderle on September 4, 2024 - 7:52PM

Toyota and Tesla, with a ton of help, make Lithium-Ion batteries last 50% to 70% longer with the only impact on manufacturing being they can build them faster. This is an unusual two-for-one.

Honda Prologue delivery chart by John Goreham

Hey, Look - Honda's Prologue Outsold Hyundai, Kia, and Subaru's EVs Last Month

By John Goreham on September 4, 2024 - 6:03PM

In just five months of sales, the new Honda Prologue outsold the Hyundai Ioniq 5, all of Kia's EVs combined, and the Subaru Soltera. To name just a few.

Who Should, And Should Not, Buy An Electric Car, If You Have a Garage With Enough Headroom

By Rob Enderle on September 4, 2024 - 5:42PM

A lot of people who bought electric cars don’t want to buy another and a lot of people who bought electric cars, like me, will never go back to gas. So who should buy an electric car?

Jaguar I-Pace vs. Audi E-Tron GT – How Electric Cars Are Evolving

By Rob Enderle on September 4, 2024 - 5:21PM

Looking at my past Jaguar I-Pace and my 2022 Audi E-Tron GT, electric cars appear to be advancing very quickly.

Hyundai N Vision 74 Hydrogen Lab Rolling Prototype

The Hyundai N Vision 74 Hydrogen Rolling Lab But Does Hydrogen Make Sense?

By Rob Enderle on September 4, 2024 - 5:10PM

The Hyundai N Vision 74 Hydrogen Lab is a rolling wonder, but the ship has sailed on Hydrogen power for vehicles.

Tesla Unveils Cybertruck Winter Tire Package in North America for $3,000

By Armen Hareyan on September 4, 2024 - 7:03AM

Cybertruck's new winter tires look cool and those are probably the most aggressive winter tires I have seen.

Tesla's Are Now Driving Without A Driver In The Seat With Actual Smart Summon: Check Out the Driverless Tesla Videos

Tesla's Are Now Driving Without A Driver In The Seat With Actually Smart Summon: Check Out the Driverless Tesla Videos

By Jeremy Johnson on September 3, 2024 - 10:17PM

Tesla vehicles are being seen driving around without a driver in the driver's seat, and this is all made possible by actual smart summon. Soon, this will happen everywhere, not just parking lots.

Vehicle Testing Hyundai Fan Raises Eyebrows Over New Ioniq 5 XRT Off-Road Trim

By John Goreham on September 3, 2024 - 5:11PM

Hyundai is adding an off-road trim to the Ioniq 5 product line for 2025. Here’s a skeptical look at this from the perspective of a fan of the brand and model.

Unbiased Review of the Cybertruck for Truck Shoppers

The Most Honest Tesla Cybertruck Review You Will Ever Hear

By Timothy Boyer on September 3, 2024 - 12:45PM

A respected Toyota mechanic dives into the technical aspects of what makes a Tesla Cybertruck good and not so good. Plus, the answer to a question truck shoppers need to ask before considering buying one.

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