Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 98)

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.

Despite Fierce Competition From EVs Priced at $9,700, Tesla Model Y Becomes Best Selling EV for the 1st Half of 2024 in China – Tesla Increases Model 3 Prices in the EU

By Tinsae Aregay on July 9, 2024 - 8:31AM

For the first half of 2024, the Tesla Model Y has become the best-selling EV in China. Tesla achieved this honor by beating out the BYD Seagull, which has a starting price of $9,700. At the same time, Tesla is also increasing Model 3 prices in Europe.

CR’s 10 Best SUVs, Subaru Crosstrek Is Now 2nd Best

By Denis Flierl on July 9, 2024 - 6:53AM

Which are the best SUVs you can buy now? An updated Consumer Reports ranking says there are ten top models. See why the new Subaru Crosstrek is now second and which model is number one. I'll explore why Crosstrek is leading the pack.

Will Toyota's rally-bred GR Corolla get a 2.0-liter turbo-four engine?

Toyota May Be Taking A Page Out Of Honda's Book With Its New Engines

By Dimitar Angelov on July 9, 2024 - 5:06AM

The new Toyota engines are smaller and will be extensively featured even in Lexus models.

Tesla Semi, with Cybertruck, Model S,3,X,Y

Elon Musk Shares This Picture and a Cryptic Message About the Tesla Semi – “Tesla has a Semi, Wink”

By Tinsae Aregay on July 9, 2024 - 3:39AM

There has been a flurry of activity recently surrounding the Tesla Semi. Drone flights over the future Tesla Semi volume production factory show steel structures arriving, and now Elon Musk has added to the Tesla Semi hype with a cryptic message.

Porsche Parters with ChargePoint to improve EV Charging

Having Trouble Charging Your Porsche EV? Fear Not, ChargePoint Is Here With The Fix

By Bhavik Sreenath on July 8, 2024 - 9:55PM

Porsche partners with ChargePoint to supercharge its EV charging network, offering expanded access and a seamless charging experience for Taycan and Macan EV owners.

An All-New Subaru 3-Row EV, Will It Electrify You?

By Denis Flierl on July 8, 2024 - 10:20AM

Subaru of America will soon have its first American-made electric SUV, a three-row EV. It could be here next year. Here are the new details. Are you ready?

Elon Musk Shoots Down Rumors Tesla Hired Former Uber CEO to Head Up Upcoming Robotaxi Launch – Musk Says That’s Not Needed

By Tinsae Aregay on July 8, 2024 - 8:58AM

In the past few days, since Elon Musk followed former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick on X, rumors have circulated that Tesla has hired Travis to head up the upcoming robotaxi service. However, Musk says this is “false” and explains why Travis is not needed.

The Mediocre Subaru Impreza Doesn’t Have To Be

By Denis Flierl on July 8, 2024 - 6:47AM

The next-generation Subaru Impreza is an impressive new compact hatchback. If it's so great, why are Impreza sales dropping every month? I will answer that and more.

Why the Vineyard Vines and Jeep Collab Could Boost Both Companies

By Mary Conway on July 7, 2024 - 10:41PM

Many marketing joint advertising ventures fizzle but this cross branding could help both companies, especially Jeep.

Here is Our First Look at a Clad Refreshed Tesla Model Y Testing in California – New Front Fascia & Taillights – Project Juniper is a Reality

By Tinsae Aregay on July 7, 2024 - 5:29PM

For the past few months, we’ve had reports of a major Model Y refresh that Tesla is working on under the code name Juniper. Today, in Pasadena, California, we’ve spotted our first refreshed Model Y under heavy cladding.

A Car Jacking Attempt Targeting a Tesla Model Y in Los Angeles Thwarted By 3 Citizens – Here is What to Do If You Find Yourself in a Similar Situation in Your Tesla

By Tinsae Aregay on July 7, 2024 - 10:47AM

In the middle of the street & broad daylight, a Tesla Model Y owner in LA became a victim of a carjacking attempt. However, three passersby banned together and stopped the assailant. Here are all the options you’ve as a Tesla owner in a similar situation.

An Hour After I Picked Up My Brand-New Cybertruck, I Rear-Ended a Tesla Model 3, but It’s Not My Fault, My Cybertruck Brake Pedal Failed

By Tinsae Aregay on July 7, 2024 - 4:01AM

A new video shows a Tesla Cybertruck crashing into a Model 3 in the middle of the street. The Cybertruck owner only picked up his truck from Tesla less than an hour ago and claimed the accident happened because his brakes “stopped responding.”

Kia EV9 in blue, EV3 in silver, EV6 in red and Niro EV in white

Kia Sets US Market EV Sales Record For First Half Of 2024

By Justin Hart on July 5, 2024 - 1:09PM

Kia’s total US sales are down almost 8,000 units for the first half of 2024 but that’s still enough to make it Kia’s second best first half ever. More importantly, Kia’s EV sales are growing fast with 112 percent growth, year-over-year, so far.

The Subaru Crosstrek Climbs High And Another New Model Is On The Horizon

By Denis Flierl on July 5, 2024 - 6:32AM

The next-generation 2024 Crosstrek is all and more than expected. Check out its June sales performance and see why it achieved another best-ever record. See what's on the horizon for the hot Crosstrek.

Model 3 With No Mirrors Spotted - And Side Pillar Cameras In Windows - Training For New Robotaxi Vehicle

By Jeremy Johnson on July 4, 2024 - 9:47PM

A Model 3 prototype was spotted on the road without any side mirrors and with some additional cameras. This is likely being used to test for Tesla's new robotaxi vehicle.

It Rained a Little & Only 3 Days After Taking Delivery, My Tesla Cybertruck “Cyber Wheels” are Already Completely Rusted

By Tinsae Aregay on July 4, 2024 - 10:46AM

It has only been three days since Umar Farooq bought a brand new $100,000 Cybertruck. However, a little rain fell, and he noticed his Cybertruck wheels were completely rusted. Here is how to stop the same thing happening to your Cybertruck.

Subaru Outback Is So Dominant It Doesn’t Need A Remodel

By Denis Flierl on July 4, 2024 - 6:45AM

It's almost too good to be true that the Subaru Outback is so dominant. It's the top seller for Subaru of America again, and maybe it doesn't need a remodel.

I Was Cruising Down I-10 Using FSD When My Tesla Screeched & Swerved Suddenly, I Was Annoyed Thinking Phantom Braking Until a Deer Jumped Out Right In Front of Me

By Tinsae Aregay on July 4, 2024 - 5:40AM

A Tesla driver was recently cruising down I-10 using FSD. The drive was going smoothly when his Tesla came to a screeching halt and suddenly started swerving. He realized his Tesla saved his life before he finished thinking it was phantom braking.

Subaru Can You Squeeze Any Harder?

By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2024 - 6:51AM

Subaru of America has demonstrated remarkable resilience, managing to maintain its winning streak with the smallest of sales increases. In this June report, I will delve into the strategies that enabled this achievement.

Tesla Energy Massively Surged 132% In Q2 2024 - Showing Tesla As Much More Than A Car Company

By Jeremy Johnson on July 2, 2024 - 10:56AM

Tesla's energy division - a very underrated and fast-growing business - surged in Q2 2024, with a staggering 132% growth from last quarter. This is double Tesla's highest energy deployment ever.

Tesla Engineers Break-in Through My Cybertruck Window & Drill Open My Frunk After Elon Musk Steps In to Diagnose the Issue With My Second Bricked Cybertruck

By Tinsae Aregay on July 2, 2024 - 4:40AM

Tesla only recently gave Lamar a replacement Cybertruck after his 1st truck ended up plagued with issues. However, Lamar’s 2nd Cybertruck has once again failed spectacularly. Elon Musk has personally stepped in with a radical approach to solving the case.

After 5,000 Miles, I'm Sad To Report That I have Not Experienced Any Issues At All With My Cybertruck

By Jeremy Johnson on July 1, 2024 - 10:15PM

A Cybertruck owner shares that he has not experienced any issues with his Cybertruck after 5,000 miles. He was expecting problems and having to spend $, but everything has worked great.

Tesla's New Patent: A Complete Self-Cleaning Apparatus Built into a Robotaxi – “Sanitization Vapor, UV Disinfectants, Cleaning Mechatronics, Sanitation Robot Stations, & More”

By Tinsae Aregay on July 1, 2024 - 11:40AM

Tesla has published a new patent showing how a possible ride-sharing robotaxi could be cleaned autonomously. Tesla envisions using disinfectant vapor, UV sterilization, ultrasonic sensors, camera vision, & robots to clean an autonomous vehicle.

Eco, Standard, or Sport? Unveiling the Mystery of Nissan Ariya Efficiency on Your Commute

By Armen Hareyan on July 1, 2024 - 9:57AM

Asi Moro, a new Nissan Ariya owner, recently posed a question on the Nissan Ariya Electric SUV Facebook group that sparked a lively discussion: "Does eco really give you more miles compared to standard?"

A New Video Shows a Tesla Cybertruck Sustaining Moderate Damage Despite Rolling Over Multiple Times

By Tinsae Aregay on June 30, 2024 - 9:27AM

Elon Musk and Tesla have once again been vindicated for the Cybertruck’s function over form design. The Cybertruck’s thick stainless steel panels and sturdy triangular silhouette have protected the truck’s passengers after rolling over multiple times.

Why the Department of Defense is Studying Ultium Batteries Like the One in the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV

By Mary Conway on June 29, 2024 - 8:50PM

GM Defense is providing the batteries to the DoD. How the batteries could help our troops.

Tesla Has Produced the First Batch of Tactical Gray Cybertrucks Intended For Customer Deliveries

By Tinsae Aregay on June 29, 2024 - 9:21AM

A drone flight over Tesla’s Texas Gigafactory reveals that Tesla has started producing the first batch of Cybertrucks with the tactical gray interior option. Here is what’s new with the gray interior option & how it will affect your delivery date.

Porsche Shines in JD Power Rankings Amidst EV Challenges and Taycan Recall

By Bhavik Sreenath on June 29, 2024 - 5:52AM

Porsche tops J.D. Power's 2024 Initial Quality Study despite industry-wide EV challenges and a recent Taycan recall, proving its commitment to quality.

The SOLIS Solar Tonneau cover can act as a power source and a range extender or pickup trucks, regardless of drivetrain

4 Reasons Your Pickup Truck Will Benefit From The Worksport Solar Tonneau Cover

By Dimitar Angelov on June 28, 2024 - 1:11PM

I found the ultimate pickup truck accessory that combines off-the-grid energy and utility.

Tesla Sets October Delivery Date For 470-Mile Range Cybertruck With Extended Battery Pack

By Tinsae Aregay on June 28, 2024 - 11:25AM

A prospective Cybertruck owner who ordered the 470-mile range variant with the extended range battery pack revealed that Tesla gave him an October delivery date. Tesla’s lead Cybertruck engineer further corroborated this information.

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