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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.

A bright yellow 2025 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 shown from a three-quarter front angle, photographed on a mountain road against a dramatic blue sky backdrop.
A 2025 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Shopper Calls It a “Beautiful, Fast, Wide-Body Supercar,” but Says Misaligned Plastic, Unprotected Radiators, and a $145K MSRP Remind Him It’s “Still a Chevy”
By Noah Washington on
A former Corvette owner found the Z06's flat-plane V8 sounds fantastic, but the seat was "extremely uncomfortable" where his collarbone hit.
Tesla Model Y rim with scuffed paint from hitting a curb
My Tesla Model Y Is the Best Car in the World Except for Its Easily Scraped Rims, but I Found a Cheap and Easy Way to Fix Them
By Chris Johnston on
Tesla wheels seem to scrape more easily than other brands. Fortunately, there are great tips to avoid damage and some cost-effective ways to fix the damage that we discuss here.
A media member gives EVs a thumbs down
Suddenly, It’s Fashionable For Influencers, Content Creators, and Even Media To Go Negative In Their Coverage of EVs and EV Manufacturers
By John Goreham on
Smell that? There is blood in the water, and the sharks are circling EVs. It was once verboten to talk badly of EVs, but now EVs are getting negative coverage from some very unlikely corners.
A busy Tesla service center repairs Tesla cars
Tesla Drops To Dead Last In Used Vehicle Reliability Causing Distress Among Tesla Owners, One of Whom Says, We Have a Model S, Model 3 and Model Y and Have Not Found Reliability to Be an Issue Is Anyone Else Having Reliability Issues With Their Used Tesla
By John Goreham on
Tesla owners are in an uproar over a new report from Consumer Reports that shows the brand dead last in used vehicle reliability. Here’s what owners are saying about this report from Tesla.
Ford F-150 Lightning rodent wire damage
Super Sad but I May Need to Get Rid of My Ford F-150 Lightning Because I'm On My Third Wire Damage Claim from Rodents, I’m Trying Some Fixes but May Need to Sell It
By Chris Johnston on
We look at the root causes of wire damage from rodents and the best ways for prevention.
Tesla Cybertruck driving across icy, rugged terrain under a bright sky, showcasing its off-road performance and stainless-steel design.
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Stopped In the Middle Of An Intersection While Using FSD Because There Was No White Stop Line – He Adds, “I Had To Gun It While Other Drivers Cursed At Me”
By Noah Washington on
Because the intersection lacked a proper stop bar, the Cybertruck decided to stop on the far side of the intersection, putting the owner in danger.
2025 GMC Sierra, 2025 Chevrolet Silverado
Escaping GM’s 6.2L Nightmare: Is the 3.0L Duramax a Safe Haven or an Oil-Thirsty Trap?
By Denis Flierl on
Fleeing the 6.2L V8 nightmare for a 3.0L Duramax? You may have traded a ticking time bomb for a slow leak. Owners report alarming oil thirst, yet GM calls it "normal." Is the diesel a safe haven or a maintenance trap? Read the full report before you buy.
Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R
Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R Prices Have Plateaued, So Now Is The Time To Buy One
By Dimitar Angelov on
1990s Japanese sports cars are overpriced, but there are still ways to get behind the wheel of an icon for a semi-reasonable price.
Tesla Supercharger station in Bakersfield, CA showing multiple charging stalls with a silver Tesla Model Y in the foreground, viewed from a three-quarter front angle.
A Mustang Mach-E Owner Says He Pulled Into a Tesla Supercharger and Was “Shocked” To Find Full-Time Attendants Giving Priority Access and Special Treatment to Non-Tesla Drivers Like Him
By Noah Washington on
While trying to find a place to plug in his Mach-E at a busy Supercharger, one driver was "shocked" to find full-time attendants guiding his non-Tesla SUV to a priority stall.
A dark gray/black Lucid Air luxury electric sedan shown from a front three-quarter angle, featuring its distinctive horizontal LED light bar and aerodynamic wheel design.
A Former Tesla Model S Owner Says His Lucid Air GT Has Been “Nearly Flawless” for 19,000 Miles, But Admits the Factory Pirellis Are Wearing Out Shockingly Fast
By Noah Washington on
A veteran EV driver who swapped his old Model S for the Lucid Air Grand Touring says the transition was the best car decision he has made.
Chart of Average Transaction Prices During President Biden's Term Courtesy of Cox Automotive
“We Lowered the Price of Everything”: The Hard Truth About Vehicle Prices Under President Biden
By John Goreham on
President Biden offered a view of America’s economy during a recent speech. Here is an important point related to the average transaction price of automobiles he wants you to forget.
Blue Volvo EX40
My Volvo EX40 Is in for Repairs and Insurance Gave Me a Ford Mustang Mach E Rental, Compared to my EX40, It Is Unrefined, Loud and Obnoxious, Very American
By Chris Johnston on
A Brit trades his beloved Volvo EX 40 for a Ford Mustang Mach E and can’t hold back when comparing the refinement, styling, and performance.
2019 Ford F-150
"Such A Money Pit": 2019 F-150 Owner Explains Why He Is Finally Done With Ford
By Denis Flierl on
A 2019 Ford F-150 owner is breaking up with the brand after cam phaser and transmission failures. Now facing an engine knock, he asks: Where do I go if GM is "dog crap" and Toyota is "overpriced"? Here is his dilemma.
A silver Tesla Cybertruck shown from a side 3/4 angle, towing what appears to be a rocket engine on a trailer during sunset with dramatic clouds in the sky.
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Keeps Trying to Clean a Camera Lens “Rough and Chipped from Road Impacts,” Leaving the Auto-Cleaning System Useless
By Noah Washington on
A Cybertruck owner reports that road impacts have chipped his front camera lens, causing the auto-cleaning system to constantly spritz the invisible vulnerability of the Cybertruck.
A red 2024 Toyota Tundra pickup truck is shown from a front three-quarter angle, positioned on a grassy hilltop against a cloudy sky backdrop.
Toyota Tacoma Owner Says His Dog Stepped on a Mystery Button at 75 MPH on the Freeway, Triggering a Concerning System Shutdown That Now May Require a Dealership Visit
By Noah Washington on
While cruising at 75 MPH on the freeway, a Tacoma owner's dog stepped on a mystery button, triggering an immediate and worrying system shutdown.
2022 Toyota Tacoma
Own A 2016-2022 Toyota Tacoma? Watch Out For the $3,400, 60K “Maintenance Shock” Waiting For You At The Dealership
By Denis Flierl on
Owners of 2016-2022 Tacomas are hitting 60,000 miles and facing a new shock: dealer service quotes up to $3,400. From $800 spark plugs to costly "fluff," find out why the "60k Service" is the new profit center, and how to avoid paying for it.
Some Kia Stinger owners experience key fob malfunction, and we look into the issue
Kia Stinger Not Detecting Both Keys? Here’s the Real Reason
By Dimitar Angelov on
Some Kia Stinger owners are experiencing problems where the key fobs aren't being detected by the car, and we delve into the potnetial causes before you spend big money.
A silver Lucid Air luxury electric sedan shown from a front three-quarter angle, parked on a coastal terrain with the ocean visible in the background.
A Lucid Air Touring Owner Road-Tripped 1,500 Miles and Says It Was “The Most Comfortable Drive I’ve Ever Done,” Praising DreamDrive, 325-Mile Range, and Flawless EA Charging
By Noah Washington on
A Lucid Air Touring owner drove 1,500 miles and called it the most comfortable drive I've ever done, praising the smooth ride and high efficiency that let him skip a charge stop on the way home.
Blue Tesla Model X driving on a snow-covered mountain road
I Test Drove a Tesla Model X and Asked the Salesman About Range Loss in Extreme Cold and He Said That It Will Only Lose 5% Range, but I Don't Believe That Is True
By Chris Johnston on
A deeper look at real EV winter range numbers like the Tesla Model X that owners keep debating, and real ways to improve your cold weather range.
Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra
Silverado and Sierra 6.2L Nightmare: Why Owners Call the Recall Fix a "Cheap Band-Aid" on a $75,000 Truck
By Denis Flierl on
Is your $75k Silverado a ticking time bomb? GM's "fix" for the 6.2L V8 recall is sparking outrage. Why switching to 0W-40 oil might be a band-aid for a massive defect. Owners are stuck in stop-sale limbo. Read the full investigative report.
2011 Toyota Tacoma
Toyota Tacoma Owner Calls Dealer’s $400 Key Replacement Quote “Highway Robbery” - Here Is The Cheaper Route
By Denis Flierl on
A 2011 Toyota Tacoma owner slams his local dealer after being quoted over $400 for a single replacement key, calling it "highway robbery." Is this standard dealer pricing, or are there hidden, cheaper ways to get on the road without breaking the bank?
A silver Tesla Cybertruck shown from a rear three-quarter angle, kicking up dust while driving on a dramatic coastal road with steep cliffs in the background.
A Cybertruck Owner Reports Sentry Mode Now Burns Nearly 4% Battery in Two Hours - He Adds, “It’s Way Higher Than It Used To Be”
By Noah Washington on
A Cybertruck owner reports that Sentry Mode is now draining his battery at an alarming rate, consuming nearly 4% in just two hours.
A silver Tesla Cybertruck shown from a three-quarter front angle driving on a mountain road with snow-capped peaks and winter landscape in the background.
Cybertruck Owner Says Rivian R1T and Ford F-150 Lightning “Can’t Touch” the Cybertruck After Back-to-Back Test Drives - He Adds The Cybertruck Will Become “The Benchmark Everyone Compares To”
By Noah Washington on
After driving the R1T, Lightning, and Chevy EV, one Cybertruck owner declared the competition "can't touch" his stainless-steel truck.
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Vs Honda CR-V Hybrid
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs. Honda CR-V Hybrid: There’s Only One That Will Last 300,000 Miles
By Denis Flierl on
The CR-V rides smoother, but can it beat the RAV4 to 300,000 miles? I'll pit Toyota's planetary gears against Honda's electric drive. Does the "Cablegate" scandal crown a new reliability king? I strip down the tech to find the true 15-year survivor.
2025 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck
Fuel Economy Tpepidations: "How Does A Four-banger Get V-8 Gas Mileage?", Toyota Tacoma Owner Wonders
By Dimitar Angelov on
Some owners are surprised by how thirsty the fourth-generation Toyota Tacoma is, claiming "V-8-like" MPGs, but what truth hides behind these numbers?
2026 Honda CR-V
“I Waited Months for the Redesigned 2026 Toyota RAV4, But One Test Drive Sent Me Straight to a Honda Dealer”
By Denis Flierl on
He waited months for the redesigned 2026 Toyota RAV4, but after one test drive, he bought a Honda CR-V instead. Citing a "cramped" cabin and "busy" ride, he says the Toyota didn't live up to the hype. Here is why he says the CR-V is the superior SUV.
2025 Ford F-150
Is the 2025 Ford F-150 10-Speed Transmission Finally Fixed? Owners Say No
By Denis Flierl on
Ford claimed the "CDF Drum" update fixed the F-150's 10-speed transmission issues. However, owners in 2024 and 2025 report that the clunk and PowerBoost failures are back. What Ford F-150 buyers need to know. 
A gray Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV shown from a side-front quarter view, featuring black aftermarket wheels, red brake calipers, and photographed in a wooded setting.
A $250,000 Mercedes G-63 Owner Emailed Me Claiming His New SUV “Locked Itself From 70 MPH to 5 MPH” on I-70 With His Family Inside, a Terrifying Shutdown That Now Has Him Seeking Lemon Law Protection
By Noah Washington on
A $250,000 Mercedes G-63 owner’s worst fears came true when the SUV “locked itself from 70 to 5 MPH” on a mountain pass with his family inside.
A red Tesla Model 3 shown from the front three-quarter angle driving through a dimly lit tunnel, with its distinctive LED headlights illuminated and creating a dramatic atmosphere.
2025 Model 3 RWD Owner Says the Car’s Speed Is “Very Impressive,” but Tesla’s Button Turn Signals “Are Awful” and Parking Warnings “Scream at Me Constantly,” Making Him Question Some Design Choices
By Noah Washington on
One new Model 3 owner who moved from a manual performance car is demanding his steering column stalks back.
2022 Toyota Highlander FWD
“My 2022 Toyota Highlander FWD, In 5 Inches Of Snow, Won’t Even Make It Up the Driveway, It Can’t Be the Tires, For the First Time I’m Thinking of Getting Rid of It”
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Highlander owner wants to sell his SUV after getting stuck in 5" of snow. Is the FWD Hybrid at fault, or the 42k miles on the tires? See why this Florida transplant's winter struggle proves tires matter more than drivetrain.
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