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Electric Vehicle News and Reviews

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.

2026 Toyota Tundra
New 2026 Toyota Tundra Owner’s MPG Nightmare: “I Don’t Know If I Can Live With This Poor Performance”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Toyota Tundra owner is panicked after seeing only 13 mpg on the dashboard after just 400 miles. Is this normal for Toyota's twin-turbo V6, or is something wrong?
Tesla Model 3 driving on a cold, snow-covered mountain road
I’m Shocked to Learn That the Impact of Cold Weather on the Range of My Tesla Model 3 Is Way Worse for Short Trips and Not as Bad for Longer Ones, the Data Shows How to Change Your Driving
By Chris Johnston on
We get into the overlooked winter behavior of EVs like the Tesla Model 3 that explains why some trips feel shockingly inefficient.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “I Went to Pick Up My Daughter From Her Friend’s Place, & My Truck Self-Drove Straight Into Their Garage Door.” He Adds, “This is The Most Embarassing Thing That Ever Happened to Me”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says the most embarrassing thing happened to him when he took his truck to pick up his daughter from a friend’s house. The Cybertruck self-drove straight into the garage door at the friend’s place.
2026 Hyundai IONIQ 6 N
Hyundai Is Taking A Page From Toyota's Book, And This Could Mean a KDM Rival To The GR Brand
By Dimitar Angelov on
Similar to Toyota’s multi-pathway strategy, Hyundai is committed to making affordable performance cars under the N brand, with BEVs still being a part of the agenda.
2019 Tesla Model 3
“I Was Rear-Ended In My Tesla Model 3, GEICO Refuses OEM Parts, and Now I’m Stuck Paying This Huge Bill"
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Model 3 owner was rear-ended, it wasn't his fault, and GEICO won't pay for real Tesla parts. This owner's $663 nightmare exposes a major insurance loophole that could leave you footing the bill for your EV's safety.
Ford just canceled the F-150 Lightning EV pickup truck
Ford Absorbs Massive Loss On EVs, Confirms the F-150 Lighting BEV Is Dead, Cancels Planned EV Models Calling Move “Customer-Driven Shift” As U.S. Electric Vehicle Market Implodes
By John Goreham on
Ford dropped an EV bomb on the collapsing hopes of EV enthusiasts today. We offer all the details and ask you, “Which brand is next?”
2024 Toyota Prius Prime
2024 Toyota Prius Prime Owner Says “Sports Car Acceleration” Can’t Make Up For Winter Power Loss and a Dead 12-Volt Battery
By Denis Flierl on
It drives like a sports car, but winter kills the EV mode. A 2024 Prius Prime owner exposes the reality of freezing temps, dead 12V batteries, and a shocking $2,000 windshield repair bill. Would you trade your old reliable Gen 3 for this?
A Chevrolet Bolt charges in arctic temperatures outside
This EV Owner Created the Perfect Spare Tire Setup and Is Offering the Part Numbers and List of Items For Fellow EV Drivers
By John Goreham on
Many EVs don’t have spare tires. One Chevy Bolt owner created the perfect spare tire kit. Take note of these part numbers in case you need them for your EV.
Well, The Ford Mustang Mach-E Really Holds Up If You Get In A Wreck as My Red Mach-E's Pictures Show
Well, The Ford Mustang Mach-E Really Holds Up If You Get In A Wreck as My Red Mach-E's Pictures Show
By Armen Hareyan on
He expected a totaled car but walked away with only cracked ribs in an unexpected moment that reshaped how Mustang Mach E owners talk about safety.
The stunning white interior of a Tesla Model Y
I Absolutely Hate the White Interior and Regret Getting It for My Tesla Model Y, As My Seats Have a Worn Stretchmark Look That Would Only Be Visible on White Seats
By Chris Johnston on
Strongly divided opinions from Tesla Model Y owners about the white interior as praise, frustration, and loads of recommendations fill social media.
A silver Rivian R1T electric pickup truck is shown from a front three-quarter angle, parked on a beach with the ocean and hanging moss-covered trees in the background.
2026 Rivian R1T Owner Says Delivery Day Included “Two Pretty Good Dents” and a Tonneau Cover That “Wasn’t Working Properly”, Adding “I Hope This Isn’t Going to Be a Pattern”
By Noah Washington on
A brand-new 2026 Rivian R1T owner took delivery only to immediately find "two pretty good dents" and a V2-powered tonneau cover that "wasn't working properly."
A teal blue 2024 Kia EV9 electric SUV is shown from a front three-quarter angle, parked on a coastal overlook with dramatic ocean waves and mountains in the background.
“My Kia EV9 Slid Down the Driveway While Plugged In,” Owner Says the Charging Port Broke and Fears a Regular Body Shop “Won’t Know What to Do”
By Noah Washington on
The EV9's sudden, low-speed slide down a snowy incline snapped the charging port right off the vehicle.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
"Phantom Park": A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, "My Seat Wouldn't Recognize I Was Seated," Then the Truck Slammed Into Park
By Denis Flierl on
A faulty seat sensor is triggering the Tesla Cybertruck’s "Rollaway Protection," causing the vehicle to apply emergency braking because it thinks the driver has exited. Here is what CT owners need to know.
Forest green Rivian R1S electric SUV shown from a front three-quarter angle, parked on a city street with modern architecture and greenery in the background.
After Leasing a Gen 2 Rivian R1S Max Pack Instead of a Lucid Gravity or Volvo EX90, One Owner Says the Suspension Is “Absolutely Abysmal,” the A/C Can’t Keep Up, and the Software Is So Buggy It’s “Hard to Recommend” After One Year
By Noah Washington on
The R1S owner, who chose it over the Lucid Gravity, is furious that the software is so buggy it's "unreliable," with the A/C vents randomly closing.
A red Rivian R1T pickup truck is parked next to a lime green camper trailer in a desert landscape with rocky mountains in the background, photographed from a side angle.
A Rivian R1T Owner Towed the New Pebble Flow Electric Trailer and Watched Efficiency Jump to 1.76 mi/kWh, Saying Tow Assist Made the Truck Recalculate the Trailer as “5,000 lbs Instead of 6,500,” Adding 22% More Range and Turning a Risky 4% Arrival Into a
By Noah Washington on
The R1T’s navigation system predicted a risky 4% arrival SOC on the final leg home, until the owner activated the Pebble Flow’s Tow Assist feature.
Thermal camera image of Ford F-150 Lightning charging outside in the cold
Thermal Camera Proves That Keeping My Ford F-150 Lightning Warm in the Driveway All Winter Costs kWh and Money, So I’m Going to Have to Find Another Option
By Chris Johnston on
We look at the science to see if it’s true that it takes more power, and more money, to charge your EV like a Ford F-150 Lighting when it’s cold outside.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “I Love My Truck, but Regretably I Don’t Have Something Positive to Say.” He adds, “The Windows Keep Going Down On Their Own In The Middle Of A 6-hour Road Trip In The Cold”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports a strange problem he faced during a recent cold-weather road trip. He notes that the windows suddenly began to lower on their own, leaving him exposed to the cold during his six-hour drive.
2026 Tesla Cybertruck RWD front three-quarter view indoors with a red bow on the roof, showcasing stainless steel body and angular electric pickup design.
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Won a Free RWD Model, Kind of Likes It, But Still Wants More – He Adds, “Given All the Things Stripped Out, Am I Crazy for Wanting More?”
By Noah Washington on
Even after winning the Cybertruck, the owner feels something is missing, comparing his base model to the much more capable AWD version.
A black Tesla Model 3 is parked at a three-quarter front angle outside eMoto Powersports, with motorcycles on a trailer behind it.
My Used Tesla Model 3 Just Paid for Itself in Gas Savings, But There’s One Important Caveat About My Driven Miles
By Aram Krajekian on
After putting more than 117,000 miles on a used Tesla Model 3 in just 2.5 years, one owner’s careful cost tracking shows how fuel savings alone can change the entire EV ownership conversation, even after accounting for depreciation and battery fears.
A boat is being towed by a Tesla Cybertruck parked in a charing station at night, the scene is illuminated by overhead lighting.
I Just Towed My New Tesla Cybertruck 350 Miles From Los Angeles to Lake Havasu, and I Hardly Felt the 7,800 Pounds Back There
By Aram Krajekian on
More Tesla Cybertruck owners are discovering that towing near max load does not always feel like towing at all, especially when owners paint a far more confident picture than the assumptions many people still make about EV trucks.
Fiat Topolino EV A Better Urban Alternative
The Mouse That Roared: Why Stellantis Bringing the Fiat Topolino to the US Is a Stroke of Genius
By Rob Enderle on
Stellantis confirms the retro-styled Fiat Topolino EV for the US market. This tiny "neighborhood" vehicle solves urban parking and charging woes, offering a stylish, low-cost micro-mobility solution that boldly challenges America's obsession with massive
Tesla Sales Drop Sharply
Tesla’s "November to Forget": US Sales Plummet Below 40k as the Perfect Storm Hits
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla’s US sales plummeted below 40,000 in November 2025, hammered by expired tax credits, aging models, and Elon Musk’s polarizing politics. To rebound, Tesla must launch an affordable "Model 2" and refocus on core automotive execution.
Cadillac Lyriq and Chevy Blazer EV Lease Prices Just Crashed
GM Drops the Hammer: Why the Cadillac Lyriq and Chevy Blazer EV Lease Prices Just Crashed (And Why You Should Care)
By Rob Enderle on
GM aggressively slashed lease prices on the Cadillac Lyriq and Chevy Blazer EV to sustain sales momentum post-subsidy. These deals offer incredible value, positioning GM to capture market share despite 2026's predicted EV market cooling.
Tesla Ranks Last In Quality
HITTING THE BRAKES: Why Tesla Ranked Dead Last in Used Car Reliability and What It Means for the Future
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla ranks dead last in used car reliability, plagued by suspension failures and poor build quality. This threatens resale value and loyalty, raising fears that Musk’s focus on robotics is distracting from essential automotive fixes.
Pennsylvania's Jetsons Act
Pennsylvania's "Jetsons Act": The Legal Launchpad for Personal Flying Cars
By Rob Enderle on
Pennsylvania’s “Jetsons Act” creates a pioneering legal framework for flying cars, bridging DMV and FAA rules. With companies like Alef and Samson Sky advancing technology, this legislation clears the runway for personal air travel’s future mass adoption.
XPeng Land Aircraft Carrier In The Future
China’s XPeng Locks in 2026 for "Land Aircraft Carrier" Mass Production: A Wake-Up Call for US Innovation
By Rob Enderle on
XPeng locks 2026 mass production for its "Land Aircraft Carrier," a modular six-wheeled mothership housing a detachable aircraft. This aggressive timeline signals China's low-altitude dominance, pressuring US rivals to accelerate their own efforts.
Silver 2025 Tesla Cybertruck driving on an open road with snow-covered mountains in the background
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His “Bulletproof” Glass Roof Shattered From Just 10 Pounds of Starlink Weight – He Adds, “Tesla Service Circled a Few White Flakes and Called It ‘External Impact Damage’ To Deny Warranty”
By Noah Washington on
A Cybertruck owner’s "bulletproof" glass roof spontaneously shattered from the inside due to just 10 pounds of sustained weight from an interior Starlink mount.
Front three-quarter view of a red 2026 Tesla Model S in motion on a curving road through a forested landscape
After a Routine Tire Swap, a 2022 Tesla Model S Owner Heard the Words “There Is Damage to Your Battery Pack That Concerns Us” - Triggering a $23,000 Repair and Possible Total Loss
By Noah Washington on
After a simple tire swap, a Model S owner was blindsided by the news of an HV battery replacement, costing $23,000.
A stunning 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Limited is shown tearing up a dessert road.
Tell Us the Value of This Lemon Law Buyback Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV With Under A Thousand Miles, and Help a Hopeful Shopper Decide if the Car is a Good Idea to Buy
By John Goreham on
Tell Us the Value of This Lemon Law Buyback Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV With Under A Thousand Miles, and Help a Hopeful Shopper Decide if the Car is a Good Idea to Buy
A 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited charges at a Tesla Supercharger occupying two spaces
Tesla Drivers Call Other EV Brand Owners Charging at Superchargers “Idiots,” Demand That They Leave Because Superchargers Are "Only For Teslas” - Begun, the EV Charging War Has
By John Goreham on
Now that manufacturers have enabled Supercharger access across many EV brands, Tesla owners are pushing back, saying that only they are entitled to use the Supercharger network.
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