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New Vehicle Reviews (Page 18)

New Vehicle Reviews

This section will review cars, trucks, products and books related to the auto industry.

By Nicolas Caballero on
With the acquisition of German wireless technology company Wiferion GmbH, Tesla charging systems would dramatically change industry standards, once again producing a positive disruption in an already disruptive field.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Tesla's electric pick-up continues to burn stages in its current development, pre-production phase. The Cybertruck is currently in a series of cold weather tests in New Zealand with its already famous vinyl camouflage covering.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Farley, Ford’s CEO, is somehow used to making bold statements: this time he lashes out at the Tesla Cybertruck, for which he doesn't exactly keep his best opinion.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Tesla is currently considered the most powerful company in the world in the electric vehicle sector. They have now decided to invest in a technology that they’ve always somehow avoided directly supporting - even denied -, but in fact one that can make living with an electric car easier for everyone, certainly Tesla owners.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Elon Musk's company has announced on several occasions its intention to open a second Tesla Gigafactory in Shanghai; however, the state government in China apparently would not necessarily agree.
By Tinsae Aregay on
For the first time today, multiple Cybertrucks have been spotted together outside a Tesla facility. And, making this sighting even more special, the Cybertrucks were being hauled on the highway on the back of a Ford F-250 truck. Ford F series of trucks are expected to be the Cybertruck's main competition when the futuristic truck finally begins deliveries.
By Nicolas Caballero on
In the midst of the battle to win charging hegemony in the United States, Tesla shows its management power with a tool that makes other rival companies look ridiculous.
By Nicolas Caballero on
The Tesla Austin team is still celebrating a production milestone in great style: it is about the vital 4680 cells, the special kind of batteries that will have to power almost its entire EV gamut in the very near future, including obviously the the Tesla Cybertruck.
By John Goreham on
We review the NOKO GB40 power supply. A smarter way to jump-start a car’s dead battery.
By Jeff Teague on
2024 Land Cruiser is coming, and fans are freaking out.
By Armen Hareyan on
Mercedes continues to expand its electric range with the arrival of the large EQE SUV. A beautiful baby with pretensions of comfort, space on board and technologies. This week I test drove and experienced the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+ SUV and this is my review.
By John Goreham on
The newest generation of the Nissan Z is a car that is easy to love. Here are three things we found special about this performance coupe.
By Jeff Teague on
You may be surprised by some of these 2024 Lexus GX features.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2023 Nissan Frontier, specifically the Pro-4X model, sits at the top of the product stack for this midsize pickup truck. They seem to get bigger every year, but this mid-size pickup truck impressed me when I drove it last week for this review.
By John Goreham on
Our test of the new Cooper ProControl all-season tires continues with our noting wet weather performance, noise reduction, and fuel economy.
By Armen Hareyan on
The current generation of GLE was introduced in 2018, but Mercedes-Benz is making a series of significant updates to one of its flagship models, the GLE SUV. Both the regular version and the coupe variant, as well as the AMG versions, have been upgraded to remain relevant within a segment where competition is strong. This week I have been test-driving the 2024 AMG GLE 53 Coupe and here is my review.
By John Goreham on
We break down what makes the EV6 GT a GT.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Norway has already become a veritable paradise for electric cars, a real and living example for the rest of the world. The Nordic country is the market with the largest share of EVs worldwide, a fact mainly due to the firm support of the authorities for this type of vehicle, which for years has benefited from a significant tax exemption as compared to thermal models.
By Jeff Teague on
See every 2024 Grand Highlander color choice. Pick your favorite.
By Nicolas Caballero on
According to a report by the International Council for Clean Transportation (ICCT), there are two brands that are clearly leading the way in implementing electric car mobility at a global level: Tesla and BYD; while on the other hand Japanese groups Toyota, Honda and Suzuki are lagging far behind the rest.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2023 Range Rover PHEV SE is an impressive plug-in hybrid SUV that offers the best plug-in range in its class. With its powerful performance, comfortable ride, and luxurious features, it's easy to see why people love owning this vehicle. This week I am test-driving the 2023 Range Rover PHEV at Torque News and this is my review.
By John Goreham on
Falken continues to earn the business of automakers as standard equipment. We tried the Falken ZEIX ZE 001A A/S and found they work very well in our limited testing.
By Timothy Boyer on
The latest recommendations on vehicles to avoid and those that make better choices when shopping for a new car today.
By John Goreham on
We review the Michelin Defender2 all-season touring tire designed for coupes, sedans, and crossovers. Here’s what we have found in our initial trials.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Tesla Roadster, the company's super sports car, is still in the plans, but the Austin team as of right now is not yet decided to launch it on the market, although the on-line reservation page remains active.
By John Goreham on
We kick off a long-term test of Goodyear’s new Cooper ProControl all-season tires using a popular Acura sports sedan as the test vehicle. Here are our first impressions.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Elon Musk admitted that he will intensify his interest and his commitment to Europe, after the meeting held in France with its president, Emmanuel Macron; the Tesla CEO gave important clues about his future intentions in that country.
By Justin Hart on
Honda unveiled its brand new CR-V plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV last week at a media event held at their European R&D Center in Germany. Given that Honda currently lacks any plug-in vehicle selection in the US market, this news may raise the hopes of those who are anxious for Honda to bring plug-in vehicles back to the US. Let’s take a look at early specs.
By Nicolas Caballero on
US company Terabase Energy uses this automated system to install solar panels in large electricity production parks. This is something similar to what Tesla is doing at the Gigafactories in terms of automation and use of robots, and could very possibly benefit Tesla Solar panel and shingles production.
By John Goreham on
The new 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a fantastic electric sedan and proof that the idea of one platform with many body styles works great for electric vehicle manufacturers.