Automotive News (Page 105)

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.

Making Cars Safer Might Not Be The Answer

Tesla Death Sparks Unusual Questions About Car Safety

By Timothy Boyer on April 25, 2024 - 12:41PM

Are we designing cars to be too safe? Should automatic transmissions be outlawed?

Image of spare tire in 2025 Toyota Camry courtesy of Joseph Raiti

2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid-Electric Vehicle Busts All the Spare Tire Myths

By John Goreham on April 25, 2024 - 12:39PM

The new 2025 Toyota Camry hybrid-electric vehicle is quite impressive. One fun thing we noticed is that every trim has a spare tire. This goes a long way to busting the myth that automakers “can’t” provide a spare tire in a modern vehicle.

The Electric Hot Hatch with an 8-Speed Transmission: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

Hyundai Ioniq 5 N's transmission is a lesson in calibration finesse

By Bhavik Sreenath on April 25, 2024 - 12:01PM

Forget what you know about EVs! The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N has a simulated 8-speed transmission for a whole new kind of electrified experience.

Subaru Production Drops Across All Car Lines And What It Means For Customers Now

By Denis Flierl on April 25, 2024 - 10:13AM

Subaru Corporation announced its overseas and U.S. production results. Learn why production dropped across all Subaru car lines and how it affects new car shoppers.

This Man Built His Own Tesla Cybertruck on a Budget

By Armen Hareyan on April 25, 2024 - 10:04AM

This DIY Cybertruck isn't bad, but the maker was probably out of budget to have bigger wheels.

2024 Toyota Tundra truck with blown engine

7,000 Miles In, My Brand New 2024 Toyota Tundra Turns Into a Warranty Battleground (Seeking Advice!)

By Armen Hareyan on April 25, 2024 - 9:18AM

The frustrated new Toyota Tundra owner says his 2024 Tundra has a blown engine at 7,000 miles and asks if he should fight for a replacement of the truck vs the replacement of the engine.

Subaru Forester Excels In New IIHS Test, All Other Small SUVs Score Poorly

By Denis Flierl on April 25, 2024 - 7:21AM

How did the Subaru Forester do in the latest updated front crash prevention test from the IIHS? Forester is the only small SUV that achieved the highest good score. Check the small SUV ratings here.

2025 Lamborghini Urus SE - Official Press Images

Here's Why The Lamborghini Urus SE Is a Forumla For a Certified Global Best-Seller For The Italian Marque

By Bhavik Sreenath on April 25, 2024 - 3:38AM

The 2025 Lamborghini Urus SE is green creds and so much more. 789 horsepower, 30 miles of electric range, and the pure Lamborghini fury you crave.

Dodge Performance Package Designed to Make Your Vehicle - Like the 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV - Last Longer Plus Make You a Better Driver

By Mary Conway on April 24, 2024 - 5:25PM

The Performance package is long term insurance for your vehicle. Plus, the package will send you to driver's school so you can better handle all that power.

Tesla & Elon Musk’s Exceptional Q1 Earnings Call Triggers a Tesla Short Squeeze – Tesla Stock Up 13% (Up $50 Billion) – “CyberCab,” 50,000 Cybertrucks, New Vehicles, Ride-Hailing

By Tinsae Aregay on April 24, 2024 - 12:17PM

Following an exceptional earnings call, Tesla's value has increased by $50 billion in a single day. Tesla’s one-day increase is equivalent to Ford & GM’s entire market capitalization. Here are the highlights of the earnings call and ensuing short squeeze.

Stay Away From These 5 Car Brands With The Highest Maintenance Costs, You’ve Been Warned

By Denis Flierl on April 24, 2024 - 11:32AM

Which car brands have the highest maintenance costs? If you said the German brands, you'd be right. Check out the five highest and the one brand higher than the Germans.

Why the Tacoma Hybrid is Both For and Not For Everyone

Expert Reveals Pros and Cons of Toyota Tacoma Hybrid Truck

By Timothy Boyer on April 24, 2024 - 10:54AM

Buying a hybrid truck is an exciting proposition. But is it a good idea? This expert explains 5 reasons each, on why the Tacoma Hybrid is and is not the best truck to buy.

The 15 Best Cars For Moms And Dads, Subaru Outback Is Nearly Perfect

By Denis Flierl on April 24, 2024 - 8:57AM

What is Subaru's best model for moms and dads? U.S. New says it's the 2024 Subaru Outback. See where it ranks with the best new models and why it's nearly perfect for families.

Here Are 5 Good Reasons To Get Your Hands on The 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQG

By Bhavik Sreenath on April 24, 2024 - 8:21AM

The iconic Mercedes G-Class goes electric! Discover the 2025 EQG – retro style, cutting-edge EV tech, tank turns, and serious off-road chops.

2024 Toyota Tundra feels at home on the rocks

These Are Some of The Most Popular Mods 2024 Toyota Tundra Owners Do

By Dimitar Angelov on April 24, 2024 - 4:03AM

Owners on Facebook, Reddit, and other forums share the most popular 2024 Toyota Tundra aftermarket mods.

Nissan Makes Changes To Its 2024 Sentra Making It More Fuel-Economical and Trendier

By Armen Hareyan on April 23, 2024 - 9:15PM

Nissan has made some changes to its Sentra compact sedan for the model year 2024. These refreshes came four years after the debut of the current model launched in December 2019. I spent a week behind the wheel and this is my review.

Ram Ramps Up for the Release of 2025 Ram RHO on April 25

By Mary Conway on April 23, 2024 - 6:21PM

Ram is revealing a view of the front bumper and tire.

Tesla To Build MULTIPLE Low Cost Vehicles Using a Hybrid of Model 3/Y and Next Generation Platform In addition To the "Unboxed" Robotaxi: In the Middle of 2025

Tesla To Build MULTIPLE Low Cost Vehicles Using a Hybrid of Model 3/Y and Next Generation Platform In addition To the "Unboxed" Robotaxi: Ahead of Schedule

By Jeremy Johnson on April 23, 2024 - 5:11PM

Tesla just announced they are going to make multiple low cost vehicles, giving confidence that a Model 2 like vehicle is coming soon, along with the robotaxi.

Say Goodbye To The Subaru Legacy And Here’s Why Subaru Axed The Model

By Denis Flierl on April 23, 2024 - 2:15PM

I've been saying Subaru should drop the Legacy sedan, and now it's official. Here is why Subaru dropped it: It's gone forever.

Tesla Releases The New Model 3 Performance - Ludicrous - And It's Fast - Really Fast - Faster Than A Porsche 911

By Jeremy Johnson on April 23, 2024 - 1:29PM

Tesla has just released their Model 3 performance "ludicrous" and it is one fast vehicle, clocking in at 2.9 seconds for a 0 to 60 mph run. It is EASILY the most affordable performance vehicle on the market.

2024 Subaru Outback, 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

Subaru Outback, Crosstrek Stand Tall In Vincentric Best Value Awards

By Denis Flierl on April 23, 2024 - 10:00AM

What are the best Subaru models with the lowest depreciation and insurance costs? Vincentric says the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and 2024 Subaru Outback are the best in their class.

Image of Ford Bronco Sport by John Goreham

Ford’s Bronco Sport Earns Remarkable Ownership Approval Rating

By John Goreham on April 23, 2024 - 9:23AM

We combine our own polling data with that of other sources and explain why the Ford Bronco Sport has developed such a loyal ownership base.

First Tesla Cybertruck Crash With a Semi Trailer Leaves the Cybertruck Mangled – A Painful Video Shows the Cybertruck Reach the Limits of Its Indestructibility

By Tinsae Aregay on April 23, 2024 - 9:16AM

In a new video, you can see and hear the painful sounds as a semi-trailer tears apart the side of a Cyberuck. After withstanding multiple collisions and a barrage of tests, the Cybertruck appears to have finally met its match.

"I'm So Happy That Somebody Has the Resources, the Guts, the Fortitude, To Do It the Right Way... Man, How Lucky Are We!": James Douma on Elon Musk Pushing FSD

By Jeremy Johnson on April 23, 2024 - 8:33AM

James Douma shares his thoughts on Elon Musk and how we are lucky that he is pushing vision only FSD for autonomous vehicles at Tesla.

5 Reasons to Buy a 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid

5 Reasons to Buy a Toyota Camry Hybrid in 2025

By Bhavik Sreenath on April 23, 2024 - 7:42AM

The 2025 Toyota Camry is back, bolder than ever! Hybrid power, available AWD, edgy style, and unbeatable value – discover why it's the perfect no-nonsense family car.