Electric Vehicle News and Reviews (Page 100)

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.

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.

The New Tesla Roadster Can Fly, Says Elon Musk: Does This Mean Really Fly Or Just Hover?

By Jeremy Johnson on June 16, 2024 - 4:03PM

Elon Musk just shared on X that the new Tesla Roadster can fly. What does this mean exactly? We'll dive in to find out.

I Needed to Move, So I Loaded Up My Entire Apartment onto the Back of My Tesla Cybertruck

By Tinsae Aregay on June 16, 2024 - 9:25AM

A new video shows a Cybertruck owner loading up his entire apartment on a Tesla Cybertruck bed. In one go, the Cybertruck owner was able to transport mattresses, tables, chairs, curtains, and several other household items using his Cybertuck.

Ride The Subaru Wave Now Before It Ends

By Denis Flierl on June 16, 2024 - 6:41AM

If you buy a new Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, or other model now, everything has changed. Check out the information here before you buy.

Elon Musk Confirms Cybertruck Starting Price Will Go Down By $20K Next Quarter; Production Will be Fully Ramped to 2500 Tesla Cybertrucks per Week by the End of the Year

By Tinsae Aregay on June 15, 2024 - 3:28AM

Tesla has announced that by the end of the year, the current Cybertruck production line will be fully ramped to 2500 trucks a week, or 125,000 Cybertrucks per year. Musk has also confirmed that Cybertruck’s starting price will be $20,000 less.

Tesla Model S, 3, X, Y & Cybertruck, CyberCab, Tesla Semi, Tesla van

Elon Musk Shows-Off 3 Next-Gen Tesla Vehicles, Including a Tesla Van—Musk Says, "We Got Some New Products We're Working On, They're Going to be Pretty Special”

By Tinsae Aregay on June 14, 2024 - 9:22AM

During the 2024 Tesla shareholders’ meeting, Elon Musk teased three brand-new vehicles: the Robotaxi (CyberCab), a redesigned second-generation Roadster that can fly short distances, and a never-before-seen Tesla Van.

Elon Musk: “Tesla Will Make a Special Version of the Cybertruck Next Year that’s Europe & China Complaint, but It’ll Need Design Changes & Recertification”

By Tinsae Aregay on June 14, 2024 - 6:55AM

At the recently held 2024 Tesla annual shareholders’ meeting, Elon Musk revealed that next year, Tesla plans to create “a special version of the Cybertruck” that can be sold in Europe and China. Lays out Cybertruck short-term priorities.

Subaru’s Chief Engineer Reveals New Next-Gen Forester Hybrid Details

By Denis Flierl on June 14, 2024 - 6:54AM

Subaru unveils its cutting-edge hybrid powertrain, a technological leap that will soon be available in the new Forester hybrid and other Subaru models. Get ready to be thrilled by what's coming for customers in the near future.

In 2025, Honda Civic finally gets a potent, hybrid powertrain

2025 Honda Civic e:HEV: Finally Better Than The Toyota Corolla Hybrid?

By Dimitar Angelov on June 14, 2024 - 5:56AM

For 2025, the Honda Civic introduces a new hybrid powertrain that matches the Corolla hybrid in terms of fuel economy, but the new pricing puts it in an odd position.

Another Incredible Rocky Mountain Auto Event Featuring the 2024 Ram 1500, the 2024 Subaru Solterra and the 2024 Fiat 500e

By Mary Conway on June 13, 2024 - 8:30PM

Rocky Mountain Automotive Press got to experience 18 different vehicles and spectacular scenery.

Elon Musk About Tesla Making a Phone: “We Could, but Hopefully It Isn’t Needed” – Explains Why It Will Be Easy For Tesla To Produce a Phone

By Tinsae Aregay on June 13, 2024 - 12:45PM

As Tesla grows to become more than an auto maker, Elon Musk has revealed an often-overlooked advantage Tesla has if the company chooses to create a smartphone; this advantage is Tesla’s in-house operating system.

Consumer Reports Says Subaru Forester Is Your Best Fuel-Stingy SUV Buy Now

By Denis Flierl on June 13, 2024 - 6:29AM

How good a value is the 2024 Subaru Forester? Consumer Reports say it's the best SUV you can buy. See why a perfect storm is brewing at Subaru and how it affects buyers now.

My Tesla Charger Got Stuck and Won’t Unlatch from My Cybertruck – I Found a Secret Cybertruck Compartment that Allowed Me to Solve the Issue

By Tinsae Aregay on June 12, 2024 - 9:11AM

A Cybertruck owner in a hurry ready to leave his house found that his Tesla charger had become stuck and would not let him drive. However, he was able to discover a secret Cybertruck compartment to solve the issue.

Jeep Voted Most Patriotic Brand for 23rd Year

By Mary Conway on June 11, 2024 - 9:54PM

It sounds like a broken record, but it is a record any brand would love to have. Jeep has been selected as the most patriotic brand yet again. Ford Motor came in second.

Image of 2025 Nissan Leaf courtesy of Nissan

Nissan Walks the Walk on Affordable EVs While Other EV Makers Talk the Talk

By John Goreham on June 11, 2024 - 4:16PM

The new 2025 Nissan Leaf S starts at just $29,280. This amazingly inexpensive vehicle is not imaginary or “coming soon.” It’s here right now.

Elon Musk, On Live Stream, Shares That Your Tesla Will Go Pick Up Groceries and Pick Up Your Kids From School

By Jeremy Johnson on June 11, 2024 - 10:16AM

Elon Musk, on a live stream, shared two distinct things about the future of Tesla vehicles: picking your kids up from school and getting your groceries.