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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.

2026 Toyota Prius Nightshade
2026 Toyota Prius Owner Wants an Actual Spare Tire For His New Nightshade - He Adds, “I Can’t Believe the Dealer Wants Another $900 Just For Parts, and That Doesn’t Include Installation”
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine paying $40,000 for a new 2026 Toyota Prius Nightshade and finding out it has no spare tire. One owner was shocked to find the dealer wants $900 just for the parts to add one! Is Toyota nickel-and-diming owners on basic safety?
2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy
2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy Review - Big Isn’t Bad
By John Goreham on
We test and review the new 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy and find that those who don't want a giant hulk of an SUV may find peace in this three-row vehicle.
Tesla Cybertruck parked on a rural ranch beside horses and hay bales in a mountainous landscape.
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Just Received a Brand New Battery Pack at 40,000 Miles Due to Cell Dents – He Adds, “Tesla Appears To Be Quietly Replacing Affected Packs With Only 6% Degradation”
By Noah Washington on
At 40,000 miles, a Cybertruck owner received a surprise high-voltage battery replacement due to "cell side dents" discovered during a routine visit for a tonneau cover repair.
White Tesla Model Y parked at a Tesla Supercharger station with Tesla logo signage in the background.
After a Software Update Left His Tesla Model Y Completely Dead, Owner Is Told “You’ll Need a New Computer” At a $2,300 Cost
By Noah Washington on
After a scheduled software update left his 2021 Model Y Performance completely dead, one owner was hit with a $2,300 estimate for a new Autopilot computer.
2017 Toyota Highlander
“My 2017 Highlander Had the Infamous Grinding, Whining, Slipping Transmission: Luckily It Qualified for Toyota’s ZJC Warranty, But My ‘Free’ Trans. Cost Me $2K”
By Denis Flierl on
Think your Toyota Highlander is invincible? Think again. Some owners are facing a $10,000 transmission nightmare, but a hidden warranty might save your wallet. Learn how to navigate the "free" replacement trap and keep your SUV on the road!
Honda Civic test prototype for the V6 hybrid platform
Honda's New V-6 Hybrid Platform Packs Some Unconventional Engineering
By Dimitar Angelov on
Honda is working on a new hybrid platform for its larger models, revolving around a new V-6, and it features some very unusual engineering decisions.
2026 Ram 1500
Ram 's Mid-Size Brother to be Called Dakota
By Mary Conway on
The Ram CEO confirmed that the company is resurrecting the popular Dakota name for the truck due to go into production in 2027.
Cutaway of VW ID Buzz showing interior layout
I’m Bummed the VW ID Buzz Isn’t Coming Back in 2026, Here’s What VW Got Wrong, and What Has to Change for 2027
By Chris Johnston on
the VW ID Buzz problem isn’t about lack of nostalgia, it’s the stuff buyers won’t ignore and what VW needs to fix to be successful in 2027.
2024 Ram 1500 TRX
Is a New Ram TRX Being Announced On January 1st? The Truck Maker is Promising a Major Announcement
By Mary Conway on
Ram is promising that power will be reborn on January 1st. This is why many believe that the Ram 1500 TRX is finally making a comeback.
2017 Ford F-150
2017 Ford F-150 Owner Dumps His Pennzoil Out for Valvoline Restore & Protect at 140K: Says, “I Can't Wait to Hear What the Critics Have To Say”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2017 Ford F-150 owner with 140,000 miles is ditching his usual Pennzoil for the latest viral oil trend. He claims to “fix things before they break,” but is switching brands on a high-mileage 5.0L engine a recipe for disaster?
2023 RAV4 Prime
2023 RAV4 Prime Owner Says Her Dashboard Went Dark, and Toyota’s Recall Doesn’t Fix It - She Adds, “It’s Unsafe To Drive, They’ve Had It 2 Weeks, and I’m In a Camry Loaner”
By Denis Flierl on
Losing your speedometer and fuel gauge mid-drive isn't a glitch, it’s a nightmare. 2023 RAV4 Prime owners are facing a "Black Screen of Death" that Toyota can't fix yet. Here is Janelle’s story and the critical safety info every owner needs to know.
2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid
2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid Owner Says His SUV Blew a Head Gasket at Just 65K Miles - He Adds, “I Thought I Was Buying Ultra-Reliable, What Happened to Honda Reliability?”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid owner reports a blown head gasket at just 65,000 miles, shattering expectations of "ultra reliability." Is this an isolated incident or a new defect joining the 1.5L engine woes? Here is what you need to know before you buy.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says She’s Been a Victim of Roll Coaling & Road Rage Incidents With Her 8-Month-Old Baby In The Truck – She Adds, “I’m Just Trying to Drive The Safest Vehicle For My Child”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares how the truck she bought, thinking it would be the safest vehicle for her 8-month-old, is putting her in danger. She says she has been a victim of coal rolling and road rage incidents.
2021 Toyota Tacoma
“I Bought My 2021 Toyota Tacoma New, and 63K In, the Engine Blew On the Highway, 3K Over Warranty, $14K For a New Engine, and Toyota Will Only Cover Half”
By Denis Flierl on
Just 3,000 miles past warranty, a 2021 Tacoma engine blows. The dealer quoted $14,000. Toyota offered to pay half ("Goodwill"), but the owner is furious. Here is why one oil pump failure is shattering trust in the "bulletproof" truck.
Front view of a Rivian R1S electric SUV driving through an urban downtown street, featuring signature vertical LED headlights and a boxy adventure-focused design.
After 250 Miles on Rivian’s .46 Update, an R1S Owner Says “Universal Hands-Free Isn’t Ready for Prime Time,” Calling the Driver-Attention Alerts “Way Too Sensitive” and the Road Coverage Inconsistent
By Noah Washington on
Rivian’s latest update finally brings navigation maps to the center of the driver display, yet owners are annoyed that the view automatically vanishes the second autonomy mode is engaged.
Front three-quarter view of a white Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric vehicle driving on an open desert road, highlighting its pixel LED headlights, clean front fascia, and crossover profile.
New 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Owner Says His Car “Suddenly Breaks Free and Lurches” Due to Sticking Brakes While Parking
By Noah Washington on
A new 2025 Ioniq 5 SEL owner was left "shaken" after his car began sticking and then suddenly lurching forward during tight parking maneuvers.
White 2025 Ram 1500 Rebel pickup truck shown featuring its distinctive wide body, hood scoop, and black trim accents.
My 2025 Ram 1500 Rebel Is Terrible, I Wish I Never Got Rid of My Hemi Because This Truck Has Massive Electrical Issues and Averages 11.6 MPG
By Aram Krajekian on
Turbocharged power and modern tech promised progress, but one 2025 Ram 1500 Rebel owner says reality has been disappointing. With low MPG and ongoing electrical issues, his story raises questions about early adoption and modern truck complexity.
A white Chevrolet Equinox EV shown from a front three-quarter view, featuring black accents and distinctive two-tone wheels, parked in a shaded outdoor setting.
My Chevy Equinox EV Might Be First EV I’ve Owned, But It Will Not Be My Last Due to This Car’s Smooth Ride
By Aram Krajekian on
From early range anxiety to everyday comfort, a Chevy Equinox EV owner shares why this crossover is winning over first-time EV buyers looking for familiarity over flash.
Ford F-150 Lightning, Chevy Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV
I’m Afraid that GM Will Cancel My Silverado EV because Ford Killed the F-150 Lightning, but My Friends Disagree
By Chris Johnston on
The cancellation of the popular Ford F-150 Lightning sent shock waves through the electric truck community, and has owners of the Chevy Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV worried.
Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 & Cadillac LYRIQ-V
Top Gear is Giving Out its First American Awards- See Why GM is a Big Winner
By Mary Conway on
GM takes home honors in three top categories. One big winner may surprise you!
2025 Ram 1500
Ram 1500 Owner Says, “Ram Has the Worst Wheels, I See All These Lifted Trucks, But I Won’t Ever Lift One Again, Too Many Problems, But These Puny Rims Have To Go”
By Denis Flierl on
Tired of those stock wheels ruining your Ram 1500’s aggressive look? One owner is fed up with "the worst looking wheels" but refuses to deal with the nightmare of a lift kit ever again. Here is how to get that beefy stance without the mechanical headache.
2025 GMC Sierra in the snow
2025 GMC Sierra Transmission Fails at 12,500 Miles; This Owner Is Furious Over the Dealer’s 'Weak Fix'
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 GMC Sierra owner with just 12,500 miles faces a major transmission failure. The dealer's suggested "weak fix" is a red flag. Read why I think the flush is a stall tactic and what other owners are experiencing.
2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance
Tesla Model 3 Owner Says, “At First, I Hated Tesla, Until I Drove This MP3, Then It Was Game Over, I Just Got Rid of a Nightmare 2024 Hyundai Elantra N That Was a Lemon Buy-Back”
By Denis Flierl on
A former Tesla skeptic reveals how a "literal hell" 15-month lemon law battle with a 2024 Hyundai Elantra N led to a $300/month Tesla Model 3 Performance deal that changed everything. He was close-minded until he drove it; now it's game over.
2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack
Why a Major British Publication Calls the 2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK America's Top Car
By Mary Conway on
Topgear.com is out with its annual awards. See why the 2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK beats the other contenders.
2023 Toyota Tundra
2023 Toyota Tundra Owner Says, “24K and I’m Getting a New Engine, No Issues With Toyota, They Loaned Me a 2025 TRD, and I’ll Get Mine Back in 3 Months”
By Denis Flierl on
24K miles and a dead engine? One 2023 Toyota Tundra owner just faced the ultimate nightmare, but Toyota’s response is shocking the truck world. From "loud knocks" to a shiny 2025 TRD loaner, is this a total disaster or a win for brand loyalty?
2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E in Star White Metallic parked on a suburban driveway, front three-quarter low angle view with a brick house and bare trees in the background.
Mustang Mach-E Owner Says a Sudden “Stop Safely Now” Failure Led to a Full High-Voltage Battery Rebuild, Broken Bolts, and a Month-Long Repair Limbo
By Noah Washington on
After a sudden "thunk" and a "Stop Safely Now" alert left his family stranded on a highway, a Mach-E owner discovered his battery pack was so badly damaged it "looked like a nuke went off."
2023 Toyota Camryin Guard Metallic on a hydraulic lift in a repair shop, front three-quarter view showing the full car body and surrounding tools.
After 9,700 Miles, a 2025 Camry Hybrid XSE Owner Says a Simple $220 Gloss-Black Grille Swap Was the Mod the Car “Should’ve Had From the Factory”
By Noah Washington on
After 9,700 miles, a 2025 Camry owner swapped his color-matched grille for a gloss-black version, calling it the one mod the car "should’ve had from the factory."
2025 Toyota Prius Limited in Reservoir Blue driving down a suburban street, front three-quarter view with motion blur and trees lining the road.
2024 Prius Prime Owner Says His Car Was “Dead on Delivery” and Is Now on Its Third 12-Volt Battery at 19,000 Miles, While Toyota “Seems Content” to Just Swap Batteries
By Noah Washington on
After his 2024 Prius Prime was "dead on delivery," one owner is now on his third 12-volt battery in just 19,000 miles.
Map of U.S. showing EV adoption per capita
I Wanted to Find Out Which States Are the Most EV Friendly and the Results Surprised Me
By Chris Johnston on
Looking past headlines and politics, the real EV friendly states emerge from the numbers.
White 2024 Ram 1500 pickup truck shown from a front three-quarter view, parked on gravel with trees in the background, featuring chrome accents and alloy wheels.
My 2025 Ram 1500 May Be My Last Mopar After a Lifetime of Loyalty Because I Couldn’t Even Reach 3,000 Miles Before the Gauge Cluster Failed
By Aram Krajekian on
After decades of Mopar loyalty, one owner says his 2025 Ram 1500 turned into a waiting-room problem before 3,000 miles. With a failed gauge cluster and no parts in sight, he’s questioning whether staying loyal still makes sense.
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