Automotive News (Page 14)

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 2025 Hyundai Elantra N with red accents parked in front of a trendy store, showcasing stylish alloy wheels and modern design elements.

My Elantra N Taught Me How To Drive Stick And Survived College In Upstate NY, But Bugs Ate Through My Clear Coat

By Noah Washington on May 9, 2025 - 5:39AM

It taught him to drive stick, tackled snowy upstate New York, and delivered daily grins. Hyundai’s Elantra N is the $33K performance hero no one saw coming. But even a Nürburgring-tuned commuter isn’t immune to reality.

A white 2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper with its hatch open near a river, where two people kayak in the background under a blue sky and fluffy clouds.

I Love My $60,000 Tesla Model Y But It Parks Worse Than A 16-Year-Old Driver, They Never Told Me AutoPark Was 'Useless In Europe' Before I Paid For Enhanced Autopilot

By Noah Washington on May 9, 2025 - 5:36AM

I paid $60,000 for a Tesla Model Y and extra for Enhanced Autopilot, only to find out AutoPark parks like a nervous teenager and barely works in Europe.

I Recently Did An Oil Change On My Dodge Challenger And I See Oil-Pressure Fluctuations, But I Am Not Sure How Normal They Are

By Dimitar Angelov on May 9, 2025 - 5:15AM

Changing your oil and monitoring the gauges is good, but understanding oil pressure is key.

I Was Loving My 2025 Rivian R1T Until a Critical Battery Failure Left It Rebooting and Powerless In My Driveway

By Aram Krajekian on May 9, 2025 - 5:07AM

An R1T owner attempted a routine software update, but the truck never recovered like it was supposed to. Here’s why this story reveals more of what’s emerging with Rivian’s Over-the-Air updates.

I Took My 2025 Toyota Camry In for a Simple Sensor Check Engine Light, But Now Toyota Says That Rodents Chewed the Wires and Warranty Won’t Cover It

By Aram Krajekian on May 9, 2025 - 4:54AM

What started as a simple sensor issue on a nearly new Camry turned into a shredded wire nightmare. Here’s why this story reveals the hidden threat no one warns car owners about.

Someone Is Reimagining An Iconic 1990s Supercar The Way It Should Have Been From The Factory

By Dimitar Angelov on May 9, 2025 - 1:28AM

An independent fabricator is fixing one of Jaguar's mistakes, by recreating one of the fastest supercars of the 1990s.

I Was Told GM Might Replace Every L87 6.2L Engine for the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra, But I’m Wondering If They’re Really Ready for That

By Aram Krajekian on May 8, 2025 - 7:49PM

What started as a simple recall might turn into one of the largest engine replacements for GM. Owners are hearing whispers of full swaps, and now some are wondering if GM is really prepared for what’s coming next.

So I Got a Quote From Rivian for $4,800 For a New Windshield on My R1S, But It Sounds a Little Excessive

By Narek Hareyan on May 8, 2025 - 7:21PM

What started as a simple windshield quote for a Rivian R1S turned into a $4,800 shocker that exposed just how wildly unpredictable EV repair costs can be, here’s what owners are saying, and why you need to double-check everything.

So I Feel Like We See All The Time Rivian Service Centers Are Bad, But I Got My R1T Truck Back in 3.5 Days Despite Needing Lots of Replacements

By Narek Hareyan on May 8, 2025 - 6:26PM

Everyone talks about Rivian service nightmares, but this owner got his R1T back in just 3.5 days, with every issue fixed and communication that actually impressed him.

Here’s Why I Think the 2025 BMW M235 xDrive Gran Coupe Is a Real Sports Sedan in a World of Pretenders and Should Be on Your Consideration List if You Value Driving Pleasure

By John Goreham on May 8, 2025 - 12:27PM

We explain why the BMW M235 is a great sports sedan and why all shoppers should be cross-shopping against all other considerations.

I Got a Great Deal On a Lexus GX 460, Now Lexus Tells Me There’s a Valley Plate Leak That’s Going To Cost $3,000 Or More

By Denis Flierl on May 8, 2025 - 10:24AM

Does the Lexus GX 460 have a coolant leak problem? It's called a valley plate, and it's expensive to fix. Michelle bought a 2016 GX 460, got a great deal, and knows why it was so cheap. It needs an expensive repair. Here's what owners need to know.

A family prepares for an adventure, loading snowboards into a 2025 Tesla Cybetruck vehicle outside a modern home.

Tesla Just Removed The One Feature That Sold Me On The Cybertruck, 'I Wouldn't Have Bought This $100K Truck If I Had Known They'd Never Offer The Range Extender’

By Noah Washington on May 8, 2025 - 7:27AM

Tesla just quietly removed the one feature that made the Cybertruck make sense for long-distance driving, the range extender. For some buyers, it wasn’t just an accessory, it was the reason they ordered the truck in the first place.

I’ve Had The Least Success With My 2024 Chevy Tahoe, My Sporty Tahoe Left Me Stranded and Almost Killed My Entire Family

By Denis Flierl on May 8, 2025 - 7:14AM

Is there a problem with the new Chevrolet Tahoe? Erica says her Tahoe left her stranded on the side of the road. The issues were so bad she sold it and bought a GMC Yukon. Now her Yukon is having problems. Here is what Tahoe and Yukon buyers need to know.

Guy Quoted Me $1,052 Just For Labor To Install Bilstein 5100s on My Ram 2500, But This Seems Way Too Much

By Narek Hareyan on May 7, 2025 - 8:23PM

A Ram 2500 owner was quoted over $1,000 just for labor to install shocks and a leveling kit, are shops cashing in, or is this the new normal?

I Was Test-Driving The 2025 Nissan Murano, And While At A Complete Stop a 2015 Altima Slammed Into My Rear, But Look At How Murano Stood Its Ground in a Live Testament To Reliability

By Armen Hareyan on May 7, 2025 - 8:11PM

An unexpected crash during my test drive revealed something truly remarkable about the all-new 2025 Nissan Murano as I was preparing for this review.

My 2025 Rivian R1S Tri Just Survived a Light Bar Short and a Cracked Windshield, but Now I'm Stuck Between a Long Wait, and a Complicated Fix

By Narek Hareyan on May 7, 2025 - 6:43PM

After a rock disabled the light bar and another cracked the windshield, this Rivian owner now faces a tough choice between a 180-mile service visit with no loaner or relying on a local shop to handle sensitive sensor calibration.

My Rivian R1T Service Took Too Long to Book, But the Bigger Concern Was What It Exposed About Quality Control

By Aram Krajekian on May 7, 2025 - 6:36PM

What started as a service visit turned into a revealing experience not just about the vehicle, but about how Rivian handles the growing expectations of its loyal owners.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck “Freaked Out” When He Drove It Over Grass Without Enabling Off-Road Mode – Adds “This is Like Having to Put On a Helmet to Walk the Dog”

By Tinsae Aregay on May 7, 2025 - 11:04AM

A Cybertruck owner says he was taken aback when his truck started to beep and display warnings after he drove over 1.5 inches of grass. He adds that having to turn on "off-road mode" to drive over grass is unnecessary.

I'm Renting And Landlord Isn't Letting Me Install a Tesla Charger

By Armen Hareyan on May 7, 2025 - 9:14AM

An unexpected roadblock from a landlord sparks a heated EV debate. What would you do if charging your Tesla became unlikeable overnight?

A 2024 Jaguar I-Pace in a dynamic blue-lit cityscape, showcasing its modern design against a backdrop of vibrant motion.

I Drove My Jaguar I-Pace 1,000 Miles Across America And Downloaded Seven Different Charging Apps, The Rivian Network Saved Me When My Battery Was Nearly Dead

By Noah Washington on May 7, 2025 - 7:40AM

I drove my Jaguar I-Pace 1,000 miles down the East Coast and spent more time fighting apps than enjoying the road. Seven different charging apps, frozen screens, and mislabeled ports turned my Jaguar I-Pace road trip into a tech support marathon.

A green 2026 Subaru Outback parked on grass, showcasing its modern design, prominent grille, and stylish alloy wheels against a natural backdrop.

I Found Every Easter Egg In The 2026 Outback, From Dog Size Measurements To The Secret Ruler Hidden In The Taillights

By Noah Washington on May 7, 2025 - 7:30AM

I found every hidden detail in the 2026 Subaru Outback, and some of them are actually useful. From etched dog silhouettes that help you measure cargo space to a secret ruler in the rear glass.

I Think Toyota Hates Android, My 2019 RAV4 Is Only iPhone Compatible, and Not Android, I’m Very Disappointed I Even Bought the Vehicle and I’m Selling It

By Denis Flierl on May 7, 2025 - 6:13AM

Renea is so frustrated with her 2019 Toyota RAV4 that she is ready to sell it. She loves the car, but it's not Android compatible; it's only iPhone compatible. It's a problem for all owners. Is there a good solution? Here is what RAV4 owners need to know.

My Chevy Silverado 1500 Blew Through Three Transmissions in 100,000 Miles, and Now I’m Questioning the Brand I’ve Trusted for Decades

By Aram Krajekian on May 6, 2025 - 7:41PM

This Silverado owner thought he was buying a trouble-free truck, until it went through three transmissions and two torque converters in just 100,000 miles. Now, after decades of loyalty, he’s questioning everything he believed about Chevy.

My Tesla Model Y Insurance Safety Score Keeps Dropping When I Drive, But I Can’t Tell What Tesla Thinks I’m Doing Wrong

By Aram Krajekian on May 6, 2025 - 6:17PM

This Tesla owner thought she was driving safely, but her Model Y insurance score kept tanking even at normal speeds. Now she’s wondering if the system is broken, inconsistent, or simply impossible to please.

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The Toyota Rav4 Accessory From Costco That Looks Like It Was Made For a Rav4 ―"The Way It Fits Is Just So Perfect"

By Timothy Boyer on May 6, 2025 - 2:52PM

A recent Costco hack recommendation from a 2025 Rav4 Woodlands owner is so aesthetically pleasing and useful that you will want one for your Rav4 cargo cubby hole.

Several Cybertruck Owners are Reporting That State Farm Insurance is Punishing Them for Driving a Tesla – They Add, “We’re Getting Significant Discounts for Our Gas Cars but Not for Our Teslas”

By Tinsae Aregay on May 6, 2025 - 11:39AM

Several Cybertruck owners have shared their suspicion that State Farm Insurance is penalizing them for driving a Tesla. The discussion began with one Tesla owner; however, many other Tesla owners have reported similar experiences with State Farm.

Since Hail Totaled Out My Tesla Model 3, They Will Allow Me To Keep It for $10,000, And I Don't Think I Can Find a Car Less Than $10K

By Armen Hareyan on May 6, 2025 - 9:51AM

An unexpected twist after hail totaled her Tesla Model 3: she's offered to keep it for $10K, now she's facing a tough call that many EV owners might soon encounter.

My Expensive BMW X1 SUV Is Collecting Dust In My Driveway Because I Can’t Drive It, and The Dealer Refuses To Give Me a Title

By Denis Flierl on May 6, 2025 - 7:45AM

What happens when a dealer sells a car and can't produce a title? Erika had it happen to her when she purchased a 2016 BMW X1 from a dealer in N.J. and never received a title. Here is what all used car buyers need to know.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Felt Something Was Broken When He Went Back to His Ford F-250 After a Few Months Exclusively Driving His Cybertruck – Adds “It Felt Archaic & Clunky”

By Tinsae Aregay on May 6, 2025 - 5:53AM

A Cybertruck owner says that after driving a Cybertruck for a few months, getting back into his Ford F-250 initially made him think the F-250 was genuinely broken. However, after a few minutes, he realized this is how the Ford F-250 always drives.

A Green 2025 BMW M5 parked on a snowy road at Flüela Pass, surrounded by mountains under a twilight sky. The car is slightly covered in dirt.

My Weekend With BMW's New Hybrid M5 Turned Into A Winter Rally Stage, Driving Snow-Covered Mountain Passes Made Me Fall In Love With A Car I Expected To Hate

By Noah Washington on May 6, 2025 - 5:02AM

I spent a weekend with BMW’s new hybrid M5 and accidentally fell in love on a snow-covered mountain pass. I expected to hate it, turns out, it’s a rally-bred animal in disguise.

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