Automotive News (Page 17)

Automotive News

This section of Torque News provides the latest auto news and updates from the car manufacturers. Every day number of news stories and editorials are published here that give our readers an overview of what is happening in the automotive industry. Read this section daily to find out about new cars, vehicle reviews and car pictures. Torque News is an automotive news website by Hareyan Publishing, LLC, dedicated to covering the latest news, reviews and opinions about the car industry.

Update The Next-Generation Subaru Outback, It’s Delayed Until 2026

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2024 - 7:13AM

When will Subaru launch the next-generation Subaru Outback? I thought the new midsize SUV was coming as a 2025 model, but new information tells us it's still another year away.

Used Subaru Prices Are Falling Fast, What It Means For Customers Now

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2024 - 6:12AM

If you are buying a used Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, or another model, it's the best time in years. It's an even better time to buy a used Solterra EV. Check out used Subaru prices and see how much they've fallen.

After Years Of Promising, Ford Makes Good And Offers The Ranger Here

By Marc Stern on March 15, 2024 - 8:46PM

Ford Ranger was available in other markets like Europe and Australia, but there were only vague hints that it would be there. It now is.

Saving Money by Choosing the Right Hybrid Model

7 Hybrids That Save the Most Money on Gas and Those That Don't

By Timothy Boyer on March 15, 2024 - 5:11PM

Consumer Reports analysts have this to say about what 2024 hybrid models earn their keep shortly after buying and which models do not.

A Tesla Pulling a Tesla: Advertising In Glass Display On Truck Bed: Mobile Advertising of Tesla At Its Finest

By Jeremy Johnson on March 15, 2024 - 11:08AM

A display was seen of a Cybertruck pulling a flat bed with a glass box on it with a white Model Y inside, saying, "The Best-Selling Car in the World is Made in America*"

Oil and Grease Cleaners to Use and Not Use on Your Hands

The Best (and the Absolute Worst) Hand Cleaner for DIY Car Mechanics

By Timothy Boyer on March 15, 2024 - 10:45AM

Are you using the correct hand cleaner product while working on your car? Here’s a review that tried them all and my tip on what works best. Plus, the two worst solutions too many people use.

Just How Bulletproof Is the Tesla Cybertruck's Stainless Steel Exoskeleton? 50 Caliber Rifle Tested on Cybertruck Among Many Other Firearms

By Jeremy Johnson on March 15, 2024 - 9:40AM

The Tesla Cybertruck is known for being bulletproof, but just how bulletproof is the Cybertruck? A number of firearms were tested on it, including a 50 caliber rifle.

New Subaru BRZ tS Arrives This Spring, Will It Save The Sport Coupe?

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2024 - 6:43AM

The good news is that the 2024 Subaru BRZ tS will arrive this spring. Will the new coupe be enough to save the BRZ?

CarMax Says Subaru Does Not Have The Most Loyal Customers

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2024 - 5:48AM

Would you buy a Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, or another Subaru model if you are trading your vehicle in? A new report from CarMax reveals just how loyal Subaru owners are or aren’t.

These Are My Four Predictions About The 2026 Toyota Supra That Are Likely To Happen

By Dimitar Angelov on March 15, 2024 - 5:47AM

From what we know so far, the 2026 Toyota Supra will not go fully electric and will stay true to tradition.

Cadillac is Celebrating 20 Years of its V-Performance Brand with New Opulent Velocity EV Concept

By Mary Conway on March 14, 2024 - 8:40PM

Cadillac has a new concept and it's called Opulent Velocity EV Concept. Cadillac has chosen this new EV concept to celebrate its 20 years with V-Performance brand.

This Might Just Be The One - Tesla's FSD 12.3 Is Doing Smooth, No Takeover Drives Over and Over: It's Ready For Wide Release

By Jeremy Johnson on March 14, 2024 - 6:53PM

Tesla's FSD version 12.3 is doing no takeover or intervention drives over and over again in the most impressive version yet for FSD (by Whole Mars and The Kilowatts). This version is ready for wide-release as an ADAS (driver assist).

Prices Car Shoppers Are Paying Today for Cheaper Models

The Toyota Model $1,000 Below MSRP

By Timothy Boyer on March 14, 2024 - 9:46AM

Here are the latest 10 solid, safe, and reliable 2024 models recommended by CR analysts who state that these models have the lowest transaction prices today.

Toyota Is Most Likely To Give Us The First Production, Hydrogen-combustion Cars

By Dimitar Angelov on March 14, 2024 - 7:58AM

Toyota is seemingly ahead of the game in hydrogen-combustion engines, and production cars might be a fact before 2030.

Why Subaru Legacy Is One Of The 10 Most Discounted New Cars Right Now

By Denis Flierl on March 14, 2024 - 7:13AM

It's hard to believe, but Subaru is discounting new models. The most significant price drop is for the 2024 Subaru Legacy. Here's why the midsize sedan is among the ten most discounted right now.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl on March 14, 2024 - 6:03AM

What are the best used SUVs and trucks for shoppers? Consumer Reports announced the nine best. It's not a surprise that the list includes the 2021 Subaru Forester and 2021 Outback. Here's why I think they are the best.

11 Hours Later and the Tesla ADAS Driver Team Is Still Testing Chuck's Unprotected Left Hand Turn: Elon Musk Responds With TWO Comments To Chuckv

11 Hours Later And The Tesla ADAS Team Is Still Testing Chuck's Unprotected Left Hand Turn: Elon Musk Responds With TWO Comments

By Jeremy Johnson on March 13, 2024 - 11:26PM

Tesla's ADAS team is one dedicated team. For 11 hours straight, they've been testing Chuck's unprotected left-hand turn and gathering data to train the FSD AI system. Elon Musk responds to this.

Picking The Best Toyota Land Cruiser Models Ever Made

By Dimitar Angelov on March 13, 2024 - 7:10PM

I think these Toyota Land Cruiser generations are the most impactful, based on popularity and what they can offer.

Image of Tesla Model Y screen by John Goreham

IIHS - No Evidence Tesla Driver Assist Offers Safety Advantages Vs. Common Tech

By John Goreham on March 13, 2024 - 4:34PM

In a bold statement on the safety of Tesla and other brands’ partially automated driving systems, the country’s foremost experts on vehicle safety say that driver-assist tech offers no safety advantages over what nearly every new vehicle has.

Surprising Used Car Online Search Source

The Best Website for Finding a Good Used Car

By Timothy Boyer on March 13, 2024 - 10:47AM

Informative recommendations by a well-known “How-To” auto expert on how to find the best used first car for a new owner and how to go about maintaining it to last a long time.

The Subaru Ascent CVT Lawsuit Settlement And What Customers Need To Know

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2024 - 7:35AM

Subaru agreed to a class action lawsuit settlement to resolve claims that its Ascent 3-Row SUVs were equipped with a defective Subaru CVT transmission. Here is what customers need to know.

I Updated CR’s 10 Cheap Recommended Cars, And Why Subaru Impreza Is The Best Value Now

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2024 - 6:03AM

Which are the best cheap cars you can buy now? According to Consumer Reports the 2024 Subaru Impreza is now selling under MSRP and the best value for compact car shoppers.

Ranger Raptor R Makes No Bones that it is a performer

Ford F-150 Raptor R Exists For The Hard-Core Off-Roader

By Marc Stern on March 12, 2024 - 9:28PM

Just look at the Ford F-150 Raptor pickup. It makes no bones about having the worst mileage figures, but then again, it is moving 700-plus horsepower around so you would expect it.

$400 Million Euros In Damages From Eco Terrorists Was Done At Giga Berlin, Yet Giga Berlin Banded Together and Has Now Restored Power - Getting Ready to Resume Operations

By Jeremy Johnson on March 12, 2024 - 7:30PM

Giga Berlin has rallied together and has restored power after eco-terrorists knock out power to it. Operations will resume tomorrow (Wednesday). The total cost of damages was $400 million Euros.

Image of 2024 Kia Seltos courtesy of Kia

5 Reasons To Buy The 2024 Kia Seltos

By John Goreham on March 12, 2024 - 5:13PM

The Kia Seltos flies under the radar but offers many great features not found in competitive models. Here are five things we liked about it.

Most Popular 3-Year-Old Cars, SUVs, and Trucks

Consumer Reports' Most Popular Used Cars, SUVs, and Trucks

By Timothy Boyer on March 12, 2024 - 5:06PM

When it comes to what used car models are the most searched on the Consumer Reports’ website, CR analysts recently created a new “Most Popular” list to aid your used car shopping research.

70 Percent of Cybertruck Owners Have Never Owned a Truck Before, In Survey Given To Cybertruck Owners

The Average New Pickup Truck Sells For About $67K In the U.S. As Tesla Cybertruck Gets Over 2/3 Of First Time Truck Buyers And 300 Miles for $20 of Electricity

By Jeremy Johnson on March 12, 2024 - 2:40PM

The average price of a new pickup truck in the U.S. is about $67K. In addition to that, a survey sees that over 2/3 of people buying the Cybertruck likely have never owned a truck before. One owner shows $20 of electricity for 300 miles.

Avoid Being Scammed with That Used Vehicle Deal

Protect Yourself When Buying a Used Car. Warning!

By Timothy Boyer on March 12, 2024 - 1:32PM

The average cost of a used car today is approximately $25,328. Here are 7 easy steps you have to follow in order to avoid being swindled during a used car sale.

I Drove The INEOS Grenadier In Europe And It Was Almost As Old-school As The Old Defender

By Dimitar Angelov on March 12, 2024 - 12:10PM

INEOS Grenadier is an urban warrior meant to go anywhere. Defender fans rejoice! Your hero is back under a new name

"This Is a Big Release. Should Arguably be Called v13" Says Elon Musk About Tesla FSD Update Coming Soon

By Jeremy Johnson on March 12, 2024 - 10:58AM

Elon Musk just said that this is a big release and should be called v13 in reference to the next update of Tesla's FSD software that could one day make Tesla vehicles driverless.

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