Automotive News (Page 140)

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.

Subaru’s IQS Quality Moves The Needle Again

By Denis Flierl on June 28, 2024 - 6:55AM

How does Subaru rank in initial vehicle quality compared with other automakers? Check out the new 2024 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study results and how Subaru performed against other mainstream and luxury auto brands. The results are in.

2024 Ram 1500 Top JD Power Quality Study

2024 Ram 1500 Tops J.D. Power Quality Study

By Mary Conway on June 27, 2024 - 10:47PM

This is the second time that Ram has placed first. It is the fourth time in five years Ram has placed in the top three.

A Satisfying ASMR Tesla Cybertruck Unwrapping Video – Here is How it Sounds Like Removing All the Plastic For the First Time Off Your Brand New Cybertruck

By Tinsae Aregay on June 27, 2024 - 5:41PM

Are you a Cybertruck reservation holder who hasn’t yet taken delivery? Today, we’ve brought you a way to vicariously live out your dream of owning a Cybertruck through an ASMR video showing the unwrapping process of a brand-new Cybertruck.

I’m a Very Tall & Heavyset Fela, but Tesla Won’t Allow Me To Sit and Check the Fit & Comfort of a Cybertruck Before I Pay $100,000 – I’m Canceling My Order

By Tinsae Aregay on June 27, 2024 - 11:46AM

Kesse is a very tall and heavyset guy. He wanted to sit in a Cybertruck and check out the fit and comfort before giving Tesla $100,000 for the vehicle. However, despite visiting three Tesla showrooms, he was denied access to the vehicle.

Subaru’s New Model Rollercoaster Ride Continues

By Denis Flierl on June 27, 2024 - 10:49AM

Subaru Corporation and Subaru of Indiana Automotive are still experiencing ups and downs. Here are the latest production and manufacturing results and how they affect new Subaru model shoppers.

The 2025 Corvette ZR1 Reveal is Set for July 25, 2024

By Mary Conway on June 27, 2024 - 10:28AM

The Corvette faithful have been waiting for years to see the ultra-powerful mid-engine supercar. We are now just a month away.

There’s Two Chances Subaru Will Drop The BRZ

By Denis Flierl on June 27, 2024 - 6:10AM

I am constantly asked about the Subaru BRZ sport coupe. Will Subaru discontinue it? Here is Subaru's answer and why you should ignore the rumors.

2024 is the your last chance for a V-6 Lexus ES

Lexus ES Joins The Lexus IS In Engine Downsizing

By Dimitar Angelov on June 27, 2024 - 4:55AM

It sounds like Lexus ES is saying goodbye to the V-6. Here's what drivetrain options you can expect for 2025 and onwards.

I’m Getting Constant Insults When Out in Public in My Tesla Cybertruck – If It’s the Exposed Stainless Steel That Triggers People, I’m Considering Wrapping My Cybertruck

By Tinsae Aregay on June 27, 2024 - 4:41AM

New Cybertruck owners report that they are constantly accosted when out in public with their trucks. One Cybertruck owner who has reached his wit's end says he is open to wrapping his Cybertruck if the stainless steel is what triggers people.

Porsche 718 Clubsport Hemp Car - Explained

What Happened To Porsche's Hemp Car: Let's Talk About Porsche's Forgotten 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport

By Bhavik Sreenath on June 26, 2024 - 11:25PM

Porsche's foray into using hemp in car manufacturing could revolutionize the automotive industry, offering a sustainable and high-performance alternative to carbon fiber.

"I Think Airless Tire Is Going To Win Out:" Airless Tires Make A Ton Of Sense For Tesla's Driverless Robotaxi

By Jeremy Johnson on June 26, 2024 - 7:21PM

There have been recent repots of Tesla talking with Michelin about airless tires. These tires make even more sense for Tesla's driverless robotaxi vehicle in numerous ways.

The Toyota GR Corolla outperforms or matches in performance many iconic performance vehicles

Iconic Cars That Toyota GR Corolla Can Keep Up With

By Dimitar Angelov on June 26, 2024 - 5:01PM

These performance cars are sought-after by enthusiasts for their performance, but for what they are going for nowadays, the Toyota GR Corolla might offer a better bang for the buck.

CR's Used Subaru Crosstrek 6-Box Check, And More

By Denis Flierl on June 26, 2024 - 11:06AM

What's the best used small SUV under $25,000? An updated report from Consumer Reports says the Subaru Crosstrek checks many boxes. See which ones and whether it's a model you'll want to buy. I'll give you even more to consider.

A Tesla Cybertruck Gets The $8.9 Million, No.“5” License Plate in Dubai, Making it the Most Expensive Cybertruck in the World

By Tinsae Aregay on June 26, 2024 - 10:24AM

Dubai has just set the record for the most expensive Cybertruck in the world. This particular Cybertruck sports the Number “5” license plate worth $8.9 million. The combined Cybertruck/license plate value is worth over $9 million.

The Next-Gen Subaru Forester Wilderness Delay

By Denis Flierl on June 26, 2024 - 6:34AM

Although delayed, the highly anticipated 2025 Forester Wilderness is a model worth waiting for. Here's a glimpse of what's in store and why it's worth the wait.

Consumer Reports New List of Used Cars for All Budgets

"These Top Models from Honda, Subaru, Toyota, and Others Should Suit All budgets" - 56 Best Used SUVs, Sedans, and Small Cars of 2024

By Timothy Boyer on June 25, 2024 - 11:31PM

Consumer Reports analysts have recently updated and released their latest list of used cars, SUVs, and pickup truck models ranging in price from under $10,000 up to $40,000―all of which they tested personally.

Public Gets First Chance to See the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S BEV

By Mary Conway on June 25, 2024 - 8:01PM

Jeep's first global BEV will be on display and open to the public at a golf event in Detroit.

A Scary Video Captures the Moment a Cybertruck Owner Mistakes the Accelerator Pedal for the Brakes and Speeds Straight into a Wall

By Tinsae Aregay on June 25, 2024 - 6:16PM

A Cybertruck owner claims that only 4 hours after taking delivery of his truck, his Cybertruck accelerated on its own, driving him into a house at high speed. The video of the incident shows the Cybertruck tires screeching as the truck slams into a wall.

Image of Ram 1500 engine by John Goreham

SST Engine In the Ram Rebel 1500 - What Makes It Special?

By John Goreham on June 25, 2024 - 2:22PM

We examine the engine of the Ram Rebel 1500 to see what makes it unusual and special.

"You May Spend So Much Repairing These Cars That You Could Have Bought a Newer Model" - Used Cars to Avoid Warns Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on June 25, 2024 - 12:00PM

Summer is here, and that’s when you might discover that used car you just bought is a lemon and can’t be made into lemonade without sinking a lot of money into it. Here are 60 of the worst models to avoid buying used warns Consumer Reports.

5 Things You Should Never Do To Your Subaru

By Denis Flierl on June 25, 2024 - 10:41AM

Here is helpful information every Subaru owner should know. I will share five things you should never do to your all-wheel-drive Subaru model.

I Needed to Carry Mulch, and My Tesla Cybertruck Proved Why It’s the Perfect Truck to Do So

By Tinsae Aregay on June 25, 2024 - 8:37AM

People usually criticize the Cybertruck’s side sail, stating that the feature makes it harder to access the bed from the side. That is true, but a new video shows the unexpected benefits of the Cybertruck side sail when hauling dirt.

At the end of the Challenger's lifespan, we finally get a convertible version once again

This Years "Is Your Last Chance" - Performance Cars That Are Going Away After 2024

By Dimitar Angelov on June 25, 2024 - 8:36AM

2024 is your last chance to buy one of these enthusiast sports cars, before they get discontinued.

2024 Toyota Crown Platinum Sedan Review - Toyota Elevates the Sedan

By John Goreham on June 25, 2024 - 8:35AM

We review one of Toyota’s newest hybrid sedan models and help explain why the Crown is not a Camry.

17 SUVs With The Worst Reliability, And The Subaru To Buy Instead

By Denis Flierl on June 25, 2024 - 7:03AM

Curious about the worst SUVs in terms of reliability? Here's a list of the 17 worst used SUVs, all with significantly below-average reliability. But don't worry, I'll also introduce you to the reliable Subaru models that could be your next purchase.

Here is the Change I Made to My Cybertruck Order That Made Tesla Move My Delivery Date From September to This Week

By Tinsae Aregay on June 24, 2024 - 4:38PM

Tesla originally had my Cybertruck delivery scheduled for September; however, I made a small change to my Cybertruck order and was assigned a VIN within 10 minutes. Here is the exact Cybertruck order you should place to get your truck early.

15 Best Used SUVs Under $20K, Subaru Forester The People’s Favorite

By Denis Flierl on June 24, 2024 - 1:27PM

Are you looking for a used SUV with a budget of around $20,000? Here are the 15 best choices for used SUV shoppers. I'll explain why the Subaru Forester is a top choice for two types of buyers.

2025 Mercedes AMG GT63 S E Performance is the latest answer to the Porsche 911 Turbo S

Disecting The 2025 Mercedes AMG GT's Weight Problem

By Dimitar Angelov on June 24, 2024 - 12:17PM

With a curb weight of 4,722 pounds, Mercedes AMG GT is heavier than a Bugatti Chiron, and there are a few reasons why.

Considering Getting Tesla’s White Interior? Here is How My White Tesla Seats Held up After 213,000 Miles

By Tinsae Aregay on June 24, 2024 - 10:58AM

Although beautiful to look at, there are questions surrounding how Tesla’s white seats hold up in the long run. However, 213,000 miles in, my Tesla Model 3 seats still look pristine. Here is what I did to keep my white Tesla interior looking brand new.

Image of Synchwire portable tire inflator by John Goreham

Syncwire 150PSI Portable Tire Inflator Review - Small, but Capable

By John Goreham on June 24, 2024 - 10:52AM

If you are looking for an ultra-compact portable tire pump for your car, this one from Synchwire may be the best you can find.

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