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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.

Rendering of the 2027 GMC Sierra AT4 with its upcoming reportedly bigger tires.
GM May Have Finally Realized What Many Sierra AT4 Owners Do After Purchase, And Ford And Ram May Be Part Of The Reason
By Armen Hareyan on
GM may be finally building the 2027 GMC Sierra AT4 that owners actually wanted from day one, and Ford and Ram may have had a lot to do with forcing that decision.
2021 silver Toyota RAV4
Why Trading a Paid-Off 2021 Toyota RAV4 For The Redesigned 2026 Hybrid Only Makes Sense If You Owe Under $5,000
By Denis Flierl on
A 2021 Toyota RAV4 owner with just 51,000 miles and a $5,000 balance is tempted by the all-black, redesigned 2026 RAV4 Hybrid. We analyze whether to run her bulletproof gas model to the ground or risk buying Toyota's first-year sixth-generation tech.
The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq has three rows, luxury-car refinement, and serious EV capability.
After Driving The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq, I Think It Solves A Problem The Escalade IQ May Have Created
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq has three rows, luxury-car refinement, and serious EV capability, but what impressed me most is how it delivers much of the Escalade IQ experience without the size, complexity, or six-figure excess.
2026 Subaru Solterra Limited looks brilliant against a lush rural backdrop
2026 Subaru Solterra vs. Crosstrek Hybrid: The Underdog Wins on Cost, Space, and Safety
By John Goreham on
We compare and contrast two great Subaru crossover SUVs. Be prepared for some surprises. Virtually none of our expectations proved true when we evaluated the 2026 Crosstrek hybrid versus the Solterra EV.
A poster in a Ram 1500 Facebook group has an interesting take on how we, as a society of car enthusiasts, think of speed these days. Perhaps people care too much -- or have too high a standard.
Traditional Ram 1500 Truck Buyers Reject The Internet Obsession With Four-second Acceleration Times
By Tim Healey on
A poster in a Ram 1500 Facebook group has an interesting take on how we, as a society of car enthusiasts, think of speed these days. Perhaps people care too much -- or have too high a standard.
Tiffany’s 2024 Toyota Tundra being loaded onto a flatbed tow truck after experiencing an engine failure at 30,000 miles.
2024 Toyota Tundra Suffers Engine Failure at 30,000 Miles, and Owner Claims the Rebuild Is Being Used to Justify a Trade-In Offer Nearly $10,000 Lower Than Market Value
By Aram Krajekian on
A warranty repair may have fixed the engine, but this 2024 Toyota Tundra owner explains how a lower market value led to long term ownership frustration.
Front three-quarter view of Christopher’s Chevy Blazer EV connected to a fast charger during a road trip stop.
The EV Savings Reality: Why This Chevrolet Blazer EV Road Trip Reveals Gas Cars Can Be the Cheaper Option
By Aram Krajekian on
EV road trips are easier than ever and this Chevy Blazer EV road trip proves it. But once you rely on fast charging instead of home power, the savings story starts to look very different.
RJ posing beside his black 2022 Ford F-150 PowerBoost in military uniform.
Gold Certified 2022 Ford F-150 PowerBoost Overheated on the Drive Home Right After Dealership Purchase, and Now Ford Is Denying Engine Warranty Coverage Over Alleged Owner Fault
By Aram Krajekian on
This Ford F-150 PowerBoost owner thought he was paying extra for peace of mind, but his “Gold Certified” truck became the exact opposite.
Gregg’s GMC Sierra EV Denali parked at a wooded campsite with overlanding gear mounted in the bed.
GMC Sierra EV Denali Owner Shares 1.5 Year Experience Showing Strong Capability but an Early Battery Failure Before 23,000 Miles Raises Serious Reliability Concerns
By Aram Krajekian on
An early ownership testimony shows why the GMC Sierra EV Denali is winning over truck buyers but also why some are still hesitant to fully trust first generation electric trucks.
2026 Subaru Solterra charges at home
Subaru Solterra vs. Crosstrek Hybrid: We Gave the EV Every Advantage: It Still Cost More to Own
By John Goreham on
We compared two very similar 2026 model year Subarus, one a hybrid and the other an EV. The hybrid had the lower cost of ownership, even when we leaned toward the EV in every possible way.
The 2026 Acura Integra A-Spec has a lot going for it -- but it's easy to overlook its best attributes by focusing on its flaws. Spend time worrying about its relative lack of power, for example, and you'll miss out on the precision cornering.
The 2026 Acura Integra A-Spec Answers Its Critics With Performance At An Affordable Price
By Tim Healey on
The 2026 Acura Integra A-Spec has a lot going for it -- but it's easy to overlook its best attributes by focusing on its flaws. Spend time worrying about its relative lack of power, for example, and you'll miss out on the precision cornering.
Blue Ford Maverick towing a side-by-side off-road vehicle on a trailer in a residential street.
A Ford Maverick Hybrid AWD Just Towed A Polaris RZR 212 Miles Through Idaho And Returned 17.8 MPG
By Noah Washington on
A Ford Maverick Hybrid owner used his 4K Tow Package truck to haul a Polaris RZR through Idaho hills and came back with a real number: 17.8 mpg over 212 miles.
Black 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium driving on a two-lane road in a front three-quarter action view.
A Mustang Mach-E Owner Drove 2,000 Miles From Arkansas To Canada And Came Home With A 400-Mile Rule
By Noah Washington on
A Ford Mustang Mach-E owner took a six-day, 2,000-plus-mile road trip from Arkansas to Canada and back. The car made the trip, chargers were available, and the lesson was still blunt: EV road trips can cost more time than the range number suggests.
Tesla Cybertruck
The Cheaper $59,990 Cybertruck Starts Showing Up At Tesla Locations Across The US As The EV Maker Gears Up To Start Deliveries
By Tinsae Aregay on
The highly anticipated, more affordable $59,990 Cybertrucks are beginning to appear at Tesla service centers across the country. This indicates Tesla is close to starting deliveries of the sold-out cheaper Cybertruck variant.
2026 Cadillac Vistiq which I parked when I was shopping groceries for my family and it shows the entire side view
Cadillac Finally Understands What Luxury Families Want, And That Vistiq's Real Competitor Isn't Tesla
By Armen Hareyan on
Cadillac stopped designing an EV and started designing a luxury family EV, but Vistiq's biggest challenge isn't beating Tesla. It's convincing traditional luxury SUV buyers they don't need gasoline anymore.
The NIO ES9 All-Electric SUV
NIO’s Q2 Guidance Reflects a Company Coming of Age, And Going from Growth to Scale
By Marc Beresford on
While many EV players have faced headwinds, NIO continues posting strong double-digit and triple-digit percentage growth.
Hyundai Isn't Just Adding New Tucson Hybrid Trims, But Going After Three Different Types Of Buyers At Once
Hyundai Is Adding New 2026 Tucson Hybrid Trims, And Going After Three Different Types Of Buyers At Once
By Armen Hareyan on
Hyundai's announcement about the 2026 Tucson Hybrid looks like three trim changes. In reality, Hyundai is making a coordinated push at three different buyer groups.
Kia Sportage Hybrid Debuts Alongside Advanced Robotics at HMGMA
How Advanced Robotics and Smart Politics Propel the Kia Sportage Hybrid into Georgia Automotive Manufacturing History
By Rob Enderle on
Flying to Savannah to watch Kia launch the Sportage Hybrid revealed how advanced robotics and smart state politics are rapidly transforming Georgia into a modern American automotive powerhouse right now.
Nio House, a modern, minimalist social hub.
Why The NIO ES8 Continues to Define Electric Luxury
By Marc Beresford on
With seven months of record-breaking sales and a unique battery-swap ecosystem, see why NIO ES8 continues to outpace the competition and define the future of premium EVs.
Toyota Made Four Changes To The 2027 GR86, Yet They All Point To One Goal Fixing The Biggest Weakness Of Modern Sports Cars
Toyota Made Four Changes To The 2027 GR86, Yet They All Point To One Goal Fixing The Biggest Weakness Of Modern Sports Cars
By Armen Hareyan on
Toyota just updated the 2027 GR86. That's the news, but not the story. The story is that Toyota is doubling down on the idea that a great sports car is defined by how it feels, not by what its spec sheet says.
Dealerships May Have Bad Reputation, But People Look After One Another Like in This Case
Dealerships May Have Bad Reputation, But People Look After One Another Like in This Case
By Armen Hareyan on
Compassionate people, who work at car dealerships, helped a fellow 20-year car sales veteran, taking care of their own, in a business "where the lack of respect is immense."
A graphic shows factors influencing EV insurance costs.
EV Insurance Spoils the Gas Savings Plan - How Affordable Hybrids Beat EVs
By John Goreham on
Insurify ran the numbers on EVs, gas vehicles, and Hybrids. If you thought buying an EV would save money, read this before you sign on the dotted line. The hidden EV insurance cost penalty makes hybrids the better choice for many shoppers looking to save.
Blue 2026 Subaru Solterra driving on a mountain highway in a front three-quarter action view.
A 2026 Subaru Solterra Owner Says Dashcam Footage Caught Techs Taking A 20-Mile Drive During A Software Update
By Noah Washington on
A new Subaru Solterra went in for a routine software update. The owner says it came back with nearly 20 extra miles, dashcam footage of technicians taking an extended drive, and questions the dealership still hasn't fully answered.
Silver Lucid Air parked near the ocean in a front three-quarter view.
A Used Lucid Air Grand Touring Owner Drove 1,575 Miles And Found The Mountains Were The Best Part
By Noah Washington on
After 1,575 miles through highways and mountain roads, a used Lucid Air Grand Touring owner came away impressed by its efficiency, charging speed, and comfort, but a few surprising annoyances kept the trip from being perfect.
NIO's Strongest Advantage Isn't Its New SUVs, But The Network Most Rivals Still Can't Match
NIO's Strongest Advantage Isn't Its New SUVs, But The Network Most Rivals Still Can't Match
By Marc Beresford on
Record deliveries are grabbing headlines, but NIO's expanding battery-swapping ecosystem may be the real reason the company is gaining momentum across multiple brands.
2027 BMW M3 driving in the mountains
BMW Just Extended M3 Production, But The Real Story Is Why It Needs More Time
By Armen Hareyan on
BMW extends M3 production until summer 2027. That's news, but it's not the story. The story is what BMW is willing to do - and what BMW is forced to do - to bridge the gap between the old M3 era and the next one.
Would Mercedes-Benz Really Be Banned From Selling Cars In The United States?
Mercedes-Benz an Unexpected Casualty Of A Congressional Crackdown On Chinese Carmakers as The Company Takes Steps to Avoid Poorly Planned Sales Ban
By Tim Healey on
A poorly-worded bill in Congress could mean that iconic German luxury brand Mercedes-Benz would have to stop selling vehicles in the United States.
Michelin launches Digital Twin
Your Tires Are About to Get Smart: Michelin's Digital Twin Spots Problems Before You Do
By John Goreham on
Michelin's Digital Twin tire technology works without any new sensors to make your tires and your vehicle work better together.
GM making Sierra at Fort Wayne Assembly
GM's Quietest Change To The 2027 Silverado And Sierra Could End Up Being The Most Important And Overlooked One
By Armen Hareyan on
There is a hidden story about GM Authority's report regarding Silverado and Sierra engine reliability improvements, and the most overlooked detail isn't about GM's quality control.
Silverado and Sierra trucks with their engines on the top of their hoods
GM Is Reportedly Taking Two Unusual Steps To Make Sure The 2027 Silverado And Sierra Don't Repeat Past Engine Reliability Complaints
By Armen Hareyan on
GM is finally fixing the reliability concerns of the Silverado and Sierra engines that have hurt owner confidence.
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