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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 10)

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.

Image shows a Tesla Cybertruck in a retail area looking shiny and ready for action
I’m Confused As To Why My Tesla Cybertruck Thinks Its Towing range Is Less Than 100 Miles, Is the Computer Just Misunderstanding the Situation, Help Me Understand This
By John Goreham on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner is dismayed to find that his truck’s towing range is much shorter than it should be. Is this just a confused trip computer, or is the range really that short?
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “I Had My Tailgate Replaced Due To Warping and the New One Came In Looking Even Worse”
By Denis Flierl on
A common issue? Warped Tesla Cybertruck tailgates. One owner received a worse replacement, forcing Tesla engineering to halt all fixes until a proper solution is found. Here's what this means for every Cybertruck owner.
Tesla's New Bold Move With the Six-Seat Model Y L Suggests Tesla's Strategic Pivot To Family-Oriented Models Is Paying Off
Tesla's New Bold Move With the Six-Seat Model Y L Suggests Tesla's Strategic Pivot To Family-Oriented Models Is Paying Off
By Armen Hareyan on
The surge in Shanghai deliveries and the 6.16% sales boost of the six-seat Model Y L suggest Tesla's strategic pivot to family-oriented models is paying off in China’s competitive EV market. However, a few consequences could emerge.
A document titled "Safety Issue Type: Investigations" dated October 7, 2025, about NHTSA's investigation into safety concerns with Tesla's Full Self Driving system.
Tesla’s FSD Might Be 200 Times Safer Than Human Drivers, Even as NHTSA Opens a New Safety Investigation
By Aram Krajekian on
Even as Tesla’s FSD racks up billions of safe miles, regulators are opening new investigations. The numbers suggest a breakthrough, but is the world truly ready to hand over the wheel?
A white GMC Sierra EV is parked on a paved road, towing a large white enclosed trailer. The background features a grassy field and a clear, sunny sky.
I Bought My GMC Sierra EV AT4 to Replace My Silverado 3500HD, But My First Towing Trip Showed Me Just How Fast EV Range Can Disappear
By Aram Krajekian on
When this GMC Sierra EV owner hitched up a trailer for the first time, his drive turned into a real-world test of patience and physics, showing how towing can turn EV range from a number into a challenge.
Rivian R1S off road in high desert mountains
Wow, I Had a Fun Time in the Dirt with My EV, The Rivian R1S Was Born to Off Road
By Chris Johnston on
Off roading with an EV like the Rivian R1S makes instant torque feel like a cheat code.
Purple futuristic truck with a motorcycle mounted on the back, parked in a wooded area.
I'm Attempting To Be The First Person To Drive A Tesla Cybertruck Through The 575-Mile Washington Backcountry Discovery Route From Oregon To Canada, With Just 4 Miles Of Buffer On My First 119-Mile Off-Road Leg
By Noah Washington on
The single biggest question about the Cybertruck is its energy consumption in severe off-road terrain. This pioneering driver is logging real-time telemetry to prove the Cybertruck's off-road endurance.
Silver sedan parked on a road with mountains and cloudy sky in the background.
I Calculated The Total Cost Of Owning A 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 In California And Found It Saves $1,430 Per Year In Fuel Costs Compared To A Gasoline Car, Totaling $21,448 Over 15 Years
By Noah Washington on
A detailed analysis comparing EV vs. gasoline fuel costs just exposed a major trap for electric owners. Find out why the public charging economic trap makes refueling an EV at peak hours cost the same as buying gas.
2026 Ram 1500 HEMI at Jones Pass
Rocky Mountain High with the 2026 Ram 1500 HEMI, Honda Passport, Jeep Wrangler 4xe, Toyota 4Runner and Lexus LX700h
By Mary Conway on
A spectacular day in the Rocky Mountains gave the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press the chance to put the varied vehicles through their paces.
2026 Infiniti QX80 S AWD
2026 Infiniti QX80 S - Large Luxury and a Surprising Powertrain
By John Goreham on
Infiniti’s 2026 QX80 is the company’s largest vehicle, and a powertrain we didn't expect.
Image of an extended range battery electric vehicle
I Don’t Understand the Point of Gas-Powered EVs Like the Chevy Volt, but I’ve Been Told I’m Missing the Point, Here’s Why I Disagree
By Chris Johnston on
The Chevy Volt showed that range extenders work, but Volvo’s newly announced EREV demands an honest look at who really wants it, and what counts as progress.
Blue SUV driving on a tree-lined road with sunlight filtering through branches.
My Kia EV9's 12-Volt Battery Died For The Third Time In Six Months While We Were 200 Miles From Home, Despite Charging To 100% The Night Before
By Noah Washington on
Why does the EV9 not charge its 12V battery to a full 14.4V when plugged into a Level 2 charger? This owner's ordeal exposes Kia's flawed charging logic and how the only long-term fix might be upgrading.
Front view of a Ford truck on a road with hills and shrubs in background.
I've Driven My 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash 6,592 Miles In Six Months And Found It Powers My Entire Camping Setup While Costing Just 9 Cents Per kWh At Home Versus 43 Cents At Fast Chargers
By Noah Washington on
After 6,500 miles, one F-150 Lightning owner proves the electric truck is the ultimate camper, using its battery to power his entire setup for days. His six-month review reveals the biggest financial benefit of EV camping.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “I Never Imagined the Hate People Have For the Cybertruck Would Be This Intense, In My Model Y, I Went Completely Unnoticed”
By Denis Flierl on
Gabriel is shocked by the intense "hate" he feels while driving his Tesla Cybertruck on the road. From rude gestures to shouted insults, the abuse is a stark contrast to his old Model Y. He wonders if other owners feel the same, especially with kids.
Electric car parked on a road with wind turbines and mountains in the background.
I Drove My Hyundai Ioniq 5 Through The West Virginia Charging Desert And Arrived At A Love's Station In Kentucky With Only 8 Miles Of Range Left, But Found Excellent 230+ kW ChargePoint Equipment
By Noah Washington on
One Ioniq 5 owner embarked on her "last EA" road trip and risked everything, arriving at a Kentucky charger with just 8 miles of range remaining after navigating the notorious West Virginia charging desert.
2027 Chevrolet Bolt
Chevy is Bringing Back its Once Top-Selling Bolt for 2027
By Mary Conway on
The company's popular affordable EV was phased out after a number of battery problems. The Bolt has a new battery system and will reappear early next year.
A grey GMC Sierra EV with large and stylish wheels is parked on a paved area. Surrounded by green trees, the scene conveys a modern, outdoorsy vibe.
I Was Hesitant to Go From a Ram 2500 to a GMC Sierra EV, But Its Instant Torque, Towing Capacity, and Super Cruise Won Me Over
By Aram Krajekian on
When power goes silent, curiosity takes over. This GMC Sierra EV owner didn’t set out to challenge tradition, but his towing test against old-school expectations starts a new conversation about what real truck power feels like.
A child smiles between two Tesla Cybertrucks with metallic finishes. The scene is calm and set against a modern building with plants in the background.
I Was Given a $300 Credit for My Tesla Cybertruck Cant Rail Recall, But I'm Getting Quotes Around a $1,000 to Fix Them
By Aram Krajekian on
A $300 credit sounded fair to this Tesla Cybertruck owner until they discovered how much it really costs to make things right. What started as a simple recall turned into a lesson about the true price of Tesla ownership.
Silver car driving on a curved road with a mountainous background under cloudy skies.
I've Driven My Polestar 3 For Over A Month And Found The Ride Quality Is Exceptionally Smooth With Zero Rattles, Though The Headlights Could Be Stronger In City Driving
By Noah Washington on
The Polestar 3’s incredible build quality is silencing critics, the cabin has not a single creak or rattle to be heard, but its technology choices are frustrating drivers.
Tesla Model 3 brake questions
Tesla Model 3 Owner Says, “Please Tell Me I Can Do My Own Brakes at Home, Tesla Quoted Me $1,041, Help!”
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Model 3 owner needs brakes, and the $1041 dealer quote is a tough pill to swallow. Can owners really perform a DIY brake job at home to save cash? Here is the step-by-step guide on parts, and whether you can skip the service center for good!
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “My $100K Steel Brute Raised a White Flag In Front Of a Bucket of Soap, What Happened Next With Tesla Support Was Even More Absurd”
By Denis Flierl on
Is there a problem with the Tesla Cybertruck when it goes into an automatic carwash? Some owners say yes, and that their truck goes dark. Check out what happened to one owner and what Tesla Support told him to do to fix the problem. 
Dacia Hipster Concept
The Uncool Revolution: How the Dacia "Hipster" Concept Makes Smart the New Cool
By Rob Enderle on
The Dacia Hipster Concept is a brilliantly affordable, stylishly practical EV. It perfectly nails Dacia's value-focused strategy, making it an ideal second or kid’s car.
Volvo EX30
Volvo's Trojan Horse: The Brilliant, Almost-Affordable EX30
By Rob Enderle on
Volvo's new EX30, while slightly above the promised $35k price, is a brilliant, nearly-affordable entry to the premium EV market. Leveraging the brand's reputation for safety and design, it has become an instant sales success, positioning Volvo the future
The Coming Ferrari EV
The Sound of Silence: How Ferrari Plans to Give Its Electric Supercar a Soul
By Rob Enderle on
Silent EVs lack the soulful sound of gasoline supercars. While competitors use fake, synthesized noises, Ferrari will amplify the authentic, natural acoustic frequencies from its electric motors, creating a unique and genuine sound signature for a new era
Hyundai Ionic 3 Hot-Hatch
Hyundai's Next Checkmate: Why the Ioniq 3 Will Conquer the Hot Hatch Market
By Rob Enderle on
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is set to redefine the hot hatch market with an attractive, high-performance new entry.
Alpha Wolf The EV Truck Of Today
The Anti-Tesla: Why Alpha's Retro Electric Truck Could Win the Work War
By Rob Enderle on
Alpha's Wolf is a brilliant bet on simplicity, offering an affordable, no-frills electric truck for a massive, overlooked market.
Electric pickup truck using V2H to power a home during an outage
I Had a Power Outage Last Night When It Was Incredibly Humid, and Tried to Plug My Ford F-150 Lightning Into My Home’s Generator Port to Run My AC, Lights and Fridge Until Power Came Back On
By Chris Johnston on
A sticky summer blackout put Ford F-150 Lightning V2H backup power to the test, and made me rethink my trim level choice.
New BMW i3 A More Traditional Look
BMW's Brilliant Mulligan: Why the New i3 Is the Car We Needed All Along
By Rob Enderle on
BMW's new i3 corrects its predecessor's flaws, perfectly targeting the affordable premium EV segment at exactly the right time.
Silver pickup truck parked on a sandy beach with ocean and trees in the background.
I Sold My Early Production Rivian R1T After 54,000 Miles And 17 Repair Requests In 3 Years While My Wife's 2023 R1S Has Been Nearly Flawless
By Noah Washington on
One of Rivian's earliest customers drove his R1T for 54,000 miles, but after 17 repair requests, he finally sold it. This early adopter's brutal honesty reveals the stark difference between his problematic R1T and his wife's "nearly flawless" R1S model.
Tesla Cybercab
Elon Musk Confirms The Priority At Tesla Has Shifted From The $25,000 Vehicle to the Cybercab
By Tinsae Aregay on
Musk’s announcement that Tesla will deprioritize the $25,000 affordable vehicle in favor of the Cybercab has caused discontent among Tesla fans. Tesla fans implore Elon Musk to reconsider, saying he should produce both vehicles.
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