Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 84)

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.

5 Things You Should Never Do To Your Subaru

By Denis Flierl on June 25, 2024 - 10:41AM

Here is helpful information every Subaru owner should know. I will share five things you should never do to your all-wheel-drive Subaru model.

I Needed to Carry Mulch, and My Tesla Cybertruck Proved Why It’s the Perfect Truck to Do So

By Tinsae Aregay on June 25, 2024 - 8:37AM

People usually criticize the Cybertruck’s side sail, stating that the feature makes it harder to access the bed from the side. That is true, but a new video shows the unexpected benefits of the Cybertruck side sail when hauling dirt.

Here is the Change I Made to My Cybertruck Order That Made Tesla Move My Delivery Date From September to This Week

By Tinsae Aregay on June 24, 2024 - 4:38PM

Tesla originally had my Cybertruck delivery scheduled for September; however, I made a small change to my Cybertruck order and was assigned a VIN within 10 minutes. Here is the exact Cybertruck order you should place to get your truck early.

2025 Mercedes AMG GT63 S E Performance is the latest answer to the Porsche 911 Turbo S

Disecting The 2025 Mercedes AMG GT's Weight Problem

By Dimitar Angelov on June 24, 2024 - 12:17PM

With a curb weight of 4,722 pounds, Mercedes AMG GT is heavier than a Bugatti Chiron, and there are a few reasons why.

Considering Getting Tesla’s White Interior? Here is How My White Tesla Seats Held up After 213,000 Miles

By Tinsae Aregay on June 24, 2024 - 10:58AM

Although beautiful to look at, there are questions surrounding how Tesla’s white seats hold up in the long run. However, 213,000 miles in, my Tesla Model 3 seats still look pristine. Here is what I did to keep my white Tesla interior looking brand new.

The All-New Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Comes Into View

By Denis Flierl on June 24, 2024 - 8:48AM

The Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, a highly anticipated return for U.S. customers, is set to make a comeback sooner than expected. Here are new details about the all-new Crosstrek Hybrid.

Who Is At Fault Here? Tesla's FSD Software Or The Other Driver?

By Jeremy Johnson on June 23, 2024 - 10:41PM

A compelling case was brought forth on X, showing two cars next to each other in a merge lane. One was a Tesla with FSD, and another was a human driver. They nearly collided - who is at fault?

Subaru, You Should Rebadge The Layback And Sell It In America

By Denis Flierl on June 23, 2024 - 8:03AM

Do you remember the Subaru Layback Sportwagon? Why doesn't Subaru sell it in North America? I'll answer that and discuss bringing it as a rebadged model for U.S. customers.

Update: Thanks to the Resilience of the Cybertruck’s Bare Stainless Steel Exterior, Tesla was able to Restore the 50 Vandalized Cybertrucks to Pristine Condition in less than a Day

By Tinsae Aregay on June 23, 2024 - 7:33AM

A new video, revisiting the same Tesla fulfillment center where 50 or so Cybertrucks were previously vandalized using spray paint, shows that Tesla was able to restore the vehicles to pristine condition in less than a day—stainless steel to the rescue.

The 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Preview And Why It Stalls Twice

By Denis Flierl on June 23, 2024 - 6:44AM

Should you wait for the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek? Here's a preview of what's coming. Find out why it may be best to buy now.

Over 50 Cybertrucks Stored at a Tesla Fulfillment Center in Miami Vandalized with Spray Paint & Obscenities Against Elon Musk

By Tinsae Aregay on June 21, 2024 - 6:58PM

A video recently shared online shows about 50 Tesla Cybertrucks in Miami vandalized with spray-painted obscenities against Elon Musk. Tesla only leased the parking lot used to store the Cybertrucks three days ago.

I've Heard Tesla's Sales Are Down...

By Jeremy Johnson on June 21, 2024 - 3:10PM

If you have heard news that Tesla's sales are down, you might want to take a look at this.

Someone Created What Tesla's Van Will Be Like Including Pictures, Descriptions, and Price - As If Tesla Had It On Their Website

Tesla Van - Camper Edition: What Tesla's Van May Be Like Including Pictures, Descriptions, and Price - As If Tesla Had It On Their Website

By Jeremy Johnson on June 21, 2024 - 2:36PM

A creator made pictures, descriptions, and the prices of what Tesla's van will be. This is the most realistic depiction of it I've ever seen and is very close to what Tesla might release.

My Tesla Cybertruck Delivery is due in 2 Days, but I’m Going to Pay Tesla the $1000 Penalty and Refuse Delivery; Here is Why

By Tinsae Aregay on June 21, 2024 - 6:17AM

My Foundation Series Tesla Cybertruck Delivery is set for two days; however, I can save $27,500 If I refuse delivery, pay Tesla the $1000 penalty, and wait for the regular Cybertruck variant to come out in a few months.

Tesla Cybertruck bumper and suspension issues

New Tesla Cybertruck Owner Reports Quirky Wiper and Suspension Issues, But Are These Glitches?

By Armen Hareyan on June 20, 2024 - 11:06AM

A new Tesla Cybertruck owner is loving his truck, but has encountered a couple of odd quirks. His windshield wiper activates on its own and the suspension occasionally delivers a surprising bump.

Image of Vortex plug courtesy of Lectron

How Lectron's Vortex Plug Allows EV owners to Use the Tesla Supercharger Network

By John Goreham on June 20, 2024 - 10:16AM

We overview the Lectron Vortex Plug, which allows non-Tesla owners to connect their CCS-equipped vehicle to the Tesla Supercharger.

Tesla Cybertruck With Next-Generation 4680 Cells Experiences 2% Battery Degradation After 15,000 Miles – Cybertruck Range Falls Below 300 Miles

By Tinsae Aregay on June 20, 2024 - 7:37AM

The Cybertruck uses Tesla’s newest 4680 battery cells, which is Tesla’s first foray into battery cell manufacturing. Naturally, this raises some concerns. Luckily, the first person to travel 15,000 miles in a Cybertruck shares battery degradation details.

Shocking Results As Tesla Owner Interviews Others About Tesla Vehicles: They Didn't Know the Model Y Was the Best Selling Car In the World

By Jeremy Johnson on June 19, 2024 - 6:08PM

A Tesla owner, Ryan, went around Australia and interviewed other people about Tesla vehicles and the results are quite shocking. Here's what happened.

CR’s 8 Most Reliable 3-Year-Old SUVs, And Subaru’s Pseudo-SUV Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl on June 19, 2024 - 11:13AM

Consumer Reports says the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek hits the used-car sweet spot. What does that mean, and why does Consumer Reports call the Crosstrek a "Pseudo-SUV"?

I Hit a Deer at 75Mph With My Tesla Cybertruck, & My Wife, Sitting in the Passenger Seat, Barely Noticed it—the Deer Bounced Right off Cleanly

By Tinsae Aregay on June 19, 2024 - 8:49AM

A new Tesla Cybertruck owner driving 75mph on the highway accidentally hit a deer. Describing the incident, the Cybertruck owner said that his wife, who was next to him, barely felt the collision, and the deer “bounced right off cleanly.”

Don’t Buy The 2025 Subaru Outback, Wait A Year

By Denis Flierl on June 19, 2024 - 7:00AM

The 2025 Subaru Outback is coming, but should you buy it? I'll give a compelling reason why you should wait another year.

Joe Biden and the U.S. Government Just Don't Get Electric Vehicles: They Should Consult With Tesla

Joe Biden and the U.S. Government Just Don't Get Electric Vehicles Like Tesla Does: Joe Biden Snubs Tesla Once Again

By Jeremy Johnson on June 18, 2024 - 4:31PM

Joe Biden just said the future of electric vehicles will be in the U.S., made by union workers. This completely ignores what Tesla has done in the U.S. with EVs.

Hybrids - The Wave Of The Present, Did Subaru Miss It?

By Denis Flierl on June 18, 2024 - 11:01AM

Electric vehicles are the wave of the future, but Hybrid vehicles are the wave of the present. Subaru is about to catch the wave, but is it too late?

A Hyper-Realistic Tesla Cybertruck on Cybertruck Crash Image Circulating Online is Being Used to Create Fear, Doubt, & Uncertainty about the Cybertruck’s Durability

By Tinsae Aregay on June 18, 2024 - 10:36AM

A hyper-realistic image showing a Tesla Cybertruck rear-ending another Tesla Cybertruck is circulating on Facebook. The people behind the campaign are unknown; however, the picture is being used to create doubt about the Cybertruck’s durability.

Elon Musk Sends Parting Words After Tesla Designer Turned Competitor Fisker Declares Bankruptcy for the 2nd Time

By Tinsae Aregay on June 18, 2024 - 6:30AM

Elon Musk and Henrik Fisker have been in a highly publicized dispute since 2008. Today, Fisker declared bankruptcy on his Tesla competitor for the second time. Musk responded to the news, saying, “The natural state of a car company is dead.”

Here Is My Machine Polished “Mirror” Stainless Steel Tesla Cybertruck & It Can be Yours for Only $149,999

By Tinsae Aregay on June 17, 2024 - 11:10AM

A few weeks ago, we saw a unique Tesla Cybertruck with a reflective finish. However, rather than being a wrap, the owner metal polished his Cybertruck to give it this unique look. The work took 4 guys 8 days to complete, and now the truck can be yours.

Graph of U.S. vehicle inventory by John Goreham using Cox Automotive data

Swelling New Vehicle Inventory Levels Signal Return to Good Ole Days For Shoppers

By John Goreham on June 17, 2024 - 9:26AM

The in-stock retail inventory of new vehicles in the U.S. market has been steadily climbing back to the levels seen before the shortages. This is great news for consumers

I Only Have 3 Miles Left on My Tesla, And The Closest Supercharger Is 7 Miles Away, But I’m Not Worried For 2 Reasons

By Tinsae Aregay on June 17, 2024 - 8:52AM

During a recent road trip, a Tesla Model 3 driver found himself in a precarious position. His vehicle only had 3 miles left, but the closest supercharger was 7 miles away. However, this feature saved him from getting stranded in the middle of nowhere.

Lexus continues to offer a V-8-powered sedan even after the AMG C63 became a hybrid

What Engine Options Will Be Available On The 2026 Lexus IS?

By Dimitar Angelov on June 17, 2024 - 6:09AM

The Lexus IS is due for a third mid-cycle refresh and it is shaping up to be the most comprehensive one, as Toyota's fifth-generation hybrid powertrains will be among the new engine options.

I got a Rock Chip on my Cybertruck, and Tesla Quoted Me $2,442.71 to Replace “the Largest Windshield in any Vehicle,” What Happened to The Cybertruck’s Armored Glass?

By Tinsae Aregay on June 17, 2024 - 5:50AM

Tesla has famously fitted the Cybertruck with the largest windshield glass in the automotive industry. This is good for visibility & creating an open-air feeling; however, if the windshield cracks, you’ll be left with a massive $2442 bill for replacement.

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