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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.

Tesla Cybertruck
The Sharp Edge on the Tesla Cybertruck Door Slashes Open a Family Dog – Cybertruck Owners Say It’s the Dog’s Fault
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says his dog was caught by the Cybertruck’s sharp stainless steel when it ran under the door. The Cybertruck left a deep triangular wound on the dog; however, other Cybertruck owners defended the truck, saying the dog was at fault.
2024 Rivian R1T pickup
I Found a Rivian R1T At Auction For Cheap, It's Not Something I've Seen Out Here, I Love My Teslas, But I’d Choose the R1T Over the Cybertruck Any Day
By Denis Flierl on
Randy found a Rivian R1T electric pickup in an auction yard. It's rare to find an $86,000 luxury truck at Copart, where he scours the lot weekly. Here is Randy's rare find story. You could be next to find a hidden gem. 
How a Toyota Highlander Owner Beat the Odds and Programmed a Lexus-Style Key Fob for a Fraction of the Cost
I Got a Lexus-Style Key Fob And Successfully Programmed an Aftermarket Smart Key For My Toyota Highlander Despite Warning It Won't Work
By Armen Hareyan on
Look how a Toyota Highlander owner defied non-safety warnings, programmed a Lexus-style key fob, and saved hundreds—all from the comfort of his home.
BMW M440i xDrive Coupé
"I Wish I Knew This Before Purchasing The BMW 430i/440i And After Giving My Lexus IS250 To My Son"
By Lance Branquinho on
What insider tips do BMW 4 Series owners have, for someone upgrading to the 430i or 440i, from a Lexus IS250?
Important Factors Basing Your Next New Car Buying Choice
All Cars Built In Japan Are Safe To Buy, And They're Reliable Long Term…Well, That Used To Be The Case, But Not Anymore, Admits Mechanic From Japan
By Timothy Boyer on
"Don't buy these cars," warns a mechanic and automotive expert from Japan as he reveals 10 key factors you need to know so that you can avoid buying cars of ANY make or model that will make you unhappy.
When I Picked UP My 2024 Silverado 1500 The Sales Guy Said He Had The Truck Buffed and Waxed, But Then I Day Later I Saw a Bunch of Deep Scratches
When I Picked UP My 2024 Silverado 1500 The Sales Guy Said He Had The Truck Buffed and Waxed, But Then I Day Later I Saw a Bunch of Deep Scratches
By Armen Hareyan on
Imagine picking up your brand-new 2024 Chevy Silverado, only to discover deep scratches days later—here’s what happened to one owner, what the dealership said, and the expert tips that might save your truck without a costly repaint.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck Autopilot
I Was Told By Tesla To Disregard Some Traffic Rules When I Was Training Autopilot’s Software
By Denis Flierl on
Could it be true that Tesla instructed its Autopilot trainers to disregard certain traffic signs while teaching and programming the electric automaker's technology? A report claims so. It's a story that's hard to believe.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says Carrying Hay Killed His Truck’s Air Suspension, Now His Cybertruck is Slowly Sinking into the Ground
By Tinsae Aregay on
A fault in the Cybertruck’s bed design allows debris to easily get trapped in the under-bed compartment. If moving hay, it blocks the air compressor intake, causing it to overheat. This affects the air suspension, which causes the truck to sink lopsided.
2025 Subaru Forester
Subaru Won’t Accept Anything Less Than Zero
By Denis Flierl on
The next-generation Subaru Eyesight is coming by 2027, and Subaru says it will incorporate AI. What does it mean for Crosstrek, Forester, Outback, and the other new all-wheel-drive models?
The 2025 Toyota GR Supra A90 Final Edition: More power and GT4 tech
Here's Why The 2025 Toyota GR Supra A90 Final Edition Is The GRMN We Waited, And It Packs More Performance Than I Thought
By Dimitar Angelov on
The A90 Final Edition is a proper send-off for the BMW-era Toyota GR Supra and it's way better than early reports gave it credit for
2024 Chevrolet Silverado
I Bought a New Chevy Silverado, 4 Months In, the Bank Wants $35K From Me On My Old Truck, the GMC Dealer Never Paid It Off
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine buying a new 2024 Chevrolet Silverado pickup, trading in your 2017 truck to a Chevy dealer, and then your bank says you still owe them for the old pickup you traded in. Here is David's incredible story.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla is Refusing to Accept Recalled Cybertrucks With Defective Inverters as Trade-In Vehicles Even for Individuals Willing to Pay Tesla More Money to Upgrade to a Cyberbeast
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says his truck has a recall notice for a defective rear motor inverter. It will take two months to fix the issue; however, Tesla refused him as he was trying to trade in the problematic Cybertruck and upgrade to a Cyberbeast.
2024 Oliver Subaru
Subaru Mgr Embezzles $144K From Vermont Dealer, “We Caught It Early On, It Could Have Been Devastating If It Went On Any Longer”
By Denis Flierl on
It seems hard to believe, but this is the second Subaru dealer in Vermont who caught a trusted employee embezzling money. This time, an office manager took $144,000 and used it for her personal use. Here is the amazing story from Oliver Subaru. 
The BMW amazing E46 M3 GTR Need For Speed car
Need For Speed Changed Racing Sims And The Game’s Iconic E46 M3 GTR Is Now A Real Car
By Lance Branquinho on
What happens when a legendary gaming M3, becomes real? With the latest chapter of EA’s Need For Speed releasing this week, BMW has created the answer. And it’s a stunning E46 GTR.
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This 2024 Chevy Silverado's Best Handling Was To Replace It. It's Better To Lose $10K Than Losing Truck Sales
By Armen Hareyan on
GM replacing this man's Silverado may be the best answer to his situation, which may have already been resolved by now. Yet, we live in a digital age where online reputation is so important for a carmaker or a dealership.
Will This Miracle Oil Replace Toyota OEM Motor Oil?
I Put Valvoline's Restore & Protect Oil in my Wife's Toyota, and The Results Shocked Me!
By Timothy Boyer on
Valvoline claims their "Restore & Protect" product returns pistons to a factory clean condition by removing 100% of engine deposits. Here's what this motor oil expert found when it was used on a Toyota-motor oil only, vehicle, with 167,000 miles.
2025 Subaru WRX tS
2025 Subaru WRX Pricing and Model Guide, One Trim Is New, Two Are Discontinued
By Denis Flierl on
The 2025 Subaru WRX pricing and model change guide is here. There's a new model; two have been discontinued, and prices have increased. Here are the details.    
2024 Toyota RAV4
Massive Toyota Lawsuit Includes RAV4 and 9 Other Models, “Toyota Has Long Been Aware of the Door-Lock Defect But Has Routinely Refused to Repair the Issue”
By Denis Flierl on
A new lawsuit against Toyota alleges defective door locks on ten popular models that the automaker refuses to fix. The lawsuit could affect hundreds of thousands of Toyota vehicles over 17 years. See if your model is on the list. 
Cold Start Misfiring Ford Engine Warning Problem
Ford Had Some Major Issues With These Engines Warning to Ford Owners
By Timothy Boyer on
A misfiring Ford during startup is a warning sign of severe potential damage if not taken care of very soon. This EcoBoost expert will help you DIY quickly identify if you have major issues with your Ford engine.
2025 Subaru Outback
Head-To-Head 2025 Subaru Outback Vs. 2025 Honda CR-V, U.S. News Says the CR-V Wins Convincingly, But I Disagree
By Denis Flierl on
Which is better in the head-to-head battle between the 2025 Subaru Outback and the 2025 Honda CR-V? U.S. News says one wins five out of the eight categories. Check out the results here and why I disagree. 
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Finds His Cybertruck Leaking Oil, Now He Needs a $7,665 Motor Replacement
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner from Michigan shares his surprise when he found his all-electric truck leaking oil. He communicated the incident with Tesla and was told that he needed to pay $7,665 for a motor replacement.
The red nice-looking interior of the 2025 Toyota Camry
After 800 Miles Camry Isn't Easy To Hypermile As The Prius, But This Car Is As Close To Perfect As You Can Get For a Hybrid
By Armen Hareyan on
After driving 800 miles in his new 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid, a former Prius owner reveals why this car's perfect balance of sporty performance and practicality makes it the ultimate hybrid upgrade—even if it’s not as easy to hypermile as the Prius.
Cadillac Formula One Concept
Major Update in the Cadillac Formula One Negotiations
By Mary Conway on
Formula One is commenting about GM/Cadillac's plans to join the most prestigious racing series in the world.
I Found a Cheap Competitor Because Ford Dealers Had Virtually No Inventory of F-150, But Deeply Regretted After 30 Days and 2,300 Miles
I Found a Cheap Competitor Because Ford Dealers Had Virtually No Inventory of F-150, But Deeply Regretted After 30 Days and 2,300 Miles
By Armen Hareyan on
After venturing to a cheaper competitor due to Ford’s inventory issues, one loyal F-150 owner’s nightmare experience proves why the legendary truck remains the king of pickups—find out why he came running back to Ford.
My 2025 BMW M440i Is Shaking During Start-Up And Showing 0.0 Value Fuel Consumption. Something Wrong or Is This Just What Mild Hybrids Do
My 2025 BMW M440i Is Shaking During Start-Up And Showing 0.0 Value Fuel Consumption. Something Wrong or Is This Just What Mild Hybrids Do?
By Lance Branquinho on
It’s a 2025 model year BMW 440i, with the B58 engine in mild-hybrid configuration. So why does it randomly shake during start-up?
2024 Audi E-tron GT
I Found a Flaming $150K Audi E-tron GT On Our Service Lift, It’s Hard Enough To Get an EV Fire Out On a Road, One Inside Presents A Whole New Set of Issues
By Denis Flierl on
Electric car fires are a hot topic, no pun intended. An Audi E-tron caught fire while on the dealer's service lift, and it wasn't easy to get the fire out. It could have been a disaster. The quick work of the fire department averted a potential disaster.
Image courtesy of Jaguar
California Governor Offers Up Great Reason To Discontinue Federal EV Subsidies
By John Goreham on
Federal EV tax subsidies may be on the chopping block. However, Governor Gavin Newsom of California has single-handedly solved the problem. Ironically, he also creates a strong argument for discontinuing the long-running federal EV support. 
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owners Say They’ve “No RegrAts” about Buying the Truck, Several Share They’re Even Looking to Get a Second Cybertruck
By Tinsae Aregay on
More than 75 Cybertruck owners say they have “no regrAts” about buying the vehicle. The few with complaints say their biggest issue is that they don’t have a second Cybertruck or that they haven’t spent more money to purchase the performance Cyberbeast.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek
Subaru Salesman Says “I Had No Idea I Could Do These 5 Things Hands-Free On My Subaru”
By Denis Flierl on
Discover the convenient hands-free options on your Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, Outback, or another model. Even unknown to a Subaru salesman, these features will simplify your life. Check out the five here.
Cybertruck and Tesla Owners Targeted for Pi Phone Scam
Tesla Pi Phone Scammers Are Targeting Cybertruck Owners
By Timothy Boyer on
An interesting post on the Tesla Cybertruck Facebook group shows that some con artists will use fake Elon Musk passport images to gain their confidence.
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