Automotive News (Page 171)

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.

Tesla Stock’s Incredible 5-Day $170 Billion (37%) Rise Immediately Reverses to a $57 Billion Loss After Jim Cramer Gives Elon Musk a Stump of Approval – “Inverse Cramer” Strikes Again

By Tinsae Aregay on May 2, 2024 - 10:41AM

Following a stellar Q1 earnings call by Elon Musk and his team, Tesla stock has risen by an incredible $170 billion (37%) in just five days. However, Tesla has reversed that trend and lost $57 billion after CNBC host Jim Cramer praised Elon Musk.

First Week In I Had An Accident, My Subaru Outback Took Over, Saved Our Bacon

By Denis Flierl on May 2, 2024 - 7:17AM

How does Subaru EyeSight work? Is it a safety feature you need, and how can it help if you have an accident? Check out the Consumer Reports data here and one customer's testimony.

Subaru Stays Hot With One Sizzling SUV

By Denis Flierl on May 2, 2024 - 6:33AM

How hot is the Subaru brand? Subaru now has 21 straight months of yearly month-over-month growth. See where the brand is heading and which sizzling hot model leads the way.

Toyota Tundra cavalry blue truck parked in front of a Toyota dealership

Toyota Can't Beat My Credit Union For Tundra Buy, But Dealer Is Pressuring Me

By Armen Hareyan on May 1, 2024 - 1:58PM

A nearly standard in-house dealer financing may seem fishy for some car buyers as one Toyota Tundra buyer suspects the dealer's motives and feels uncomfortable with the situation, which Toyota doesn't want to be a Tundra deal-breaker.

Elon Musk Retaliates Against Tesla Community Leaders & Ardant Supporters Sawyer Merritt & Whole Mars Catalog for Spreading Leaked Confidential Tesla Information – Musk Shares Details About His Actions

By Tinsae Aregay on May 1, 2024 - 10:50AM

After Sawyer Merritt and Whole Mars Catalog shared with their followers the contents of an article that reposted a confidential internal Tesla email, Elon Musk has decided to end his association with the prominent Tesla personalities.

The 10 Least Reliable Car Brands And The Ones To Avoid Most

By Denis Flierl on May 1, 2024 - 9:59AM

What are the least reliable car brands for 2024? According to Consumer Reports, Stellantis brands and luxury automakers dominate the list. Check out the ten worst automakers in terms of reliability. Should you avoid them?

2025 Porsche Cayenen GTS scores unique styling in both SUV and coupe form

2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS Rejects Hybrid Power, But Roars Back With Performance

By Dimitar Angelov on May 1, 2024 - 8:56AM

The 2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS adopts Cayenne Turbo GT elements and aims for to be a pure, performance SUV, without electrification.

The All-New Subaru Forester Hybrid, More Questions And New Answers

By Denis Flierl on May 1, 2024 - 6:44AM

We know Subaru is offering an all-new next-generation 205 Forester Hybrid. But will it be a conventional Hybrid or a Plug-In Hybrid? That's the question now. Here’s why you’ll want to know.

The production-ready Toyota S-FR will have a more aggressive design, but still resemble the Toyota Sports 800

Is Toyota S-FR Just A Mazda MX-5 Miata In Disguise?

By Dimitar Angelov on May 1, 2024 - 5:23AM

Here's what the Toyota S-FR compact roadster actually is.

Orange color new Toyota Tacoma with tinted windows

I Tinted My Toyota Tacoma Windows and Now Regret It At Night

By Armen Hareyan on April 30, 2024 - 11:47PM

The owner of this new Toyota Tacoma said he would "absolutely not regret" tinting the windows of his Tacoma truck, but I was surprised to see how many Tacoma owners replied that they do indeed regret tinting the windows of their trucks.

2025 Ram 1500 Warlock Hoping to Cast a Spell on Value Conscious Buyers

By Mary Conway on April 30, 2024 - 7:44PM

When Ram announced its new lineup for 2025, it included the Warlock. The truck is designed for buyers who want a new truck with a better price.

The 3 Ugliest Subaru Models Ever Made

By Denis Flierl on April 30, 2024 - 10:11AM

Have you ever heard of the Subaru 360 Deluxe, 360 Ladybug, or R2? They are the ugliest cars ever made. Check out the top models.

Toyota Contacted Me Immediately About Our Sienna and Closed The Case Only After We Were Completely Satisfied

By Armen Hareyan on April 30, 2024 - 9:43AM

Her brand new Toyota Sienna van wouldn't start, acting like a battery issue. The dealership checked it multiple times but couldn't find anything wrong. This happened several times, and Cheryl decided to deal directly with Toyota.

2022 Lexus BEV Sport Concept front 3/4 overhead view

The Upcoming Lexus LFA Successor Confirmed As a PHEV Supercar

By Dimitar Angelov on April 30, 2024 - 9:00AM

Will the 2025 Lexus LFA successor, eventually, lead to an all-electric supercar by Toyota? Or will it give hydrogen a second chance?

Image of Tesla service area with tires by John Goreham

Report Shows Tesla Has No Meaningful Repair and Maint. Cost Advantage Over Toyota

By John Goreham on April 30, 2024 - 8:14AM

A new report has Tesla number one and Toyota number two in long-term repair and maintenance costs. Here’s what the data say about the Toyota Tesla matchup, and why the data may not be as rigorous as you might think, despite the source.

Subaru Crosstrek Vs Mazda CX-30, U.S. News Says Subaru Loses This Head To Head Battle

By Denis Flierl on April 30, 2024 - 7:29AM

Which is the best subcompact SUV, the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek or the 2024 Mazda CX-30? U.S. News picks the Mazda CX-30. See why they say the CX-30 is the best pick and why I say they missed the most crucial small SUV quality.

Jeep is Hiring Temporary Workers to Help Meet Demand for 2024 Jeep Wranglers

By Mary Conway on April 29, 2024 - 9:46PM

I reported yesterday that Jeep is having employees work mandatory overtime to try to make up for lost production of its most popular model.

Should You Use Zinc Additive Products for Your New Car?

Does More Zinc Equal More Protection for Your Car? The Real Truth About ZDDP Additives

By Timothy Boyer on April 29, 2024 - 6:08PM

Does the amount of zinc in your car’s engine oil really matter? Here’s the often-misunderstood truth you need to know about this additive for protecting your car.

Image of QX60 Autograph courtesy of Infiniti

2024 Infiniti QX Autograph AWD Review - Plush and Pleasant

By John Goreham on April 29, 2024 - 3:29PM

If you are looking for a comfortable premium three-row SUV, Infiniti’s QX60 is well worth considering.

I Have 2,000 Miles on My KIA EV9 and Like It, But Regret I Didn't Go a Trim Level Up

By Armen Hareyan on April 29, 2024 - 12:47PM

Dan seems happy overall with his Kia EV9 but highlights a few minor frustrations and one regret regarding the trim level he chose. After 2,000 miles on his KIA EV9, he regrets not going a trim level up.

The 10 Slowest Selling New Cars, How To Easily Outwit Dealers On One Of These Models Now

By Denis Flierl on April 29, 2024 - 12:25PM

Find out which new cars are slowest-selling and why now is the best time for you to negotiate the best deal with a new car dealer. Don't leave money on the table.

Image of Ford Bronco Sport Badlands and Toyota Venza Limited by John Goreham

Contrast Story: Ford Bronco Sport vs. Toyota Venza - Which Way With 46K?

By John Goreham on April 29, 2024 - 10:47AM

We contrast two top-trim crossover SUVs with the same price. The Ford Bronco Sport Badlands and the Toyota Venza Limited. Which is your cup of tea?

New Repair Manuals Focused on Ford Repairs

Used Ford Truck Models You Can Fix and Save Money

By Timothy Boyer on April 29, 2024 - 10:31AM

Looking for a way to save money with an older model Ford Truck? Here is a list of models you can work on solving many problems yourself with this one useful new resource.

Alfa Romeo Junior: Price, Power, and the Purist Problem

Alfa Romeo's Electric Junior – Irreverence or Smart Strategy?

By Bhavik Sreenath on April 29, 2024 - 10:13AM

Is the Alfa Romeo Junior a betrayal of the brand's heritage or a brilliant move? This electric crossover is bold, affordable, and designed to conquer America's crossover obsession.

2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, Ascent, Legacy

New Subaru Cracked Windshield Lawsuit Settlement Involves 1.4M Vehicles, What Customers Need To Know

By Denis Flierl on April 29, 2024 - 9:11AM

Subaru has a settlement in place now for its cracked windshield lawsuit. See what Forester, Outback, Ascent, and Legacy owners will receive under the proposed settlement.

Most Reliable 200K Mile Car for $500?

By Timothy Boyer on April 29, 2024 - 9:08AM

Buy a car with 200,000 miles on it for $500 and in need of multiple repairs and maintenance services? Only if the car is among the most reliable to buy recommends this expert.

Fears the Cybertruck’s Stainless Steel Gets “Dangerously Hot in the Sun” Tested Against The Exterior Temperatures of Other Teslas – The Cybertruck Comes out as the “Coolest Tesla”

By Tinsae Aregay on April 29, 2024 - 6:56AM

A new experiment finds that fears regarding the Cybertruck’s stainless steel exterior getting dangerously hot in the sun are unfounded. In contrast, the experiment shows that the Cybertruck’s reflective surface makes it the coolest Tesla surface finish.

Here is How the Cybertruck Stacks Up Against a Purpose-Built Armored Vehicle – Tesla Cybertruck Vs. The Rezvani Vengeance

By Tinsae Aregay on April 29, 2024 - 2:34AM

A lot has been said about the Cybertruck’s durability and bulletproof characteristics; however, how does the all-electric truck compare to a purpose-built armored vehicle? We compare the Tesla Cybertruck with the Rezvani Vengeance.

2024 Porsche Macan EV - Porsche Newsroom Official

Is the 2024 Porsche Macan EV the Key to VW's Electric Success?

By Bhavik Sreenath on April 29, 2024 - 2:25AM

Porsche charges into the electric SUV game with the powerful Macan EV. Expect Porsche-level handling, blistering acceleration, and luxurious tech features. But is it worth the price?

Tesla Sales Team Sends Message Informing Everyone To Schedule A Test Drive Of Something New - Seems Like FSD Has Come To China

Tesla China Sales Team Sends Message Informing Everyone To Schedule A Test Drive Of Something New - Seems Like FSD Has Come To China In Preparation For the Year Of the Dragon Robotaxi Reveal On 8/8/2024

By Jeremy Johnson on April 28, 2024 - 10:25PM

There is word that Tesla is going to do a test drive in China with something not yet disclosed. Everything points to it being FSD.

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