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.

Kim Kardashian Has Her Own Cybertruck

By Jeremy Johnson on February 26, 2024 - 9:20AM

Kim Kardashian is the latest in the long list of publicly known owners of the Tesla Cybertruck. This is once again giving Tesla a ton of free advertising.

New Tesla Model 3 Performance With Ludicrous Badge Shown Live: Will It Be Faster Than a Model S Plaid?

By Jeremy Johnson on February 26, 2024 - 8:49AM

The new Model 3 performance is coming and has a plaid/ludicrous badge on it. Will it be faster than a Model S Plaid?

Tesla Cybertruck Proves Impenetrable as "Armored Glass" Stops Criminals Trying to Break in – Unfortunately, The Cybertruck Still Sustained Thousands of Dollars Worth of Damages

By Tinsae Aregay on February 26, 2024 - 8:45AM

A Tesla Cybertruck was able to stop criminals from stealing the contents inside the truck after the Cybertruck’s “armored glass” proved impenetrable to the car vandals. Unfortunately, the Cybertruck sustained damage to the windows and glass roof.

2024 Subaru Forester, 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

Subaru Restarts Forester And Crosstrek Production After Abrupt Shutdown

By Denis Flierl on February 26, 2024 - 5:53AM

The Subaru plant in Gunma, Japan, where the 2024 Subaru Forester and 2024 Crosstrek are manufactured, restarts production. Here are the details and announcement from Subaru Corporation and what it means for customers.

Police Arrest Sophisicated Car Thief Near Atlanta

Georgia Police Arrest Suspect In Sophisticated Theft Of Five Ford Pickups

By Marc Stern on February 25, 2024 - 8:26PM

Georgia Police Department Nabs Suspect In Theft of Five Pickups From Ford Dealership Near Atlanta.

My Harbor Freight Brand Pittsburgh Tool Beats Snap-On!

By Timothy Boyer on February 25, 2024 - 3:18PM

Don't pay Snap-On $333 for one important tool all DIY garages must have that Harbor Freight recently bested in a new tool review…that only cost me $40!

A Tesla Cybertruck Gets Rear-Ended By a Ram Pickup Truck – The Cybertruck Gets Barely Scratched While the Ram is Totaled – Cybertruck Demonstrates Importance of a Stainless Steel Exoskeleton

By Tinsae Aregay on February 25, 2024 - 2:52PM

A recent collision between a Cybertruck and a Ram pickup truck leaves the Cybertruck with minor, mostly cosmetic damage while the Ram gets its front end destroyed. The Cybertruck shows why having a stainless steel exoskeleton is essential.

Violent Shoplifting Caught on Tape at Home Depot

Home Depot Has a Violent Shoplifter Problem

By Timothy Boyer on February 25, 2024 - 1:51PM

Why Home Depot is a top target for thieves and how the police needs your help in locating criminals they’ve identified.

2024 FIAT 500e Wins 2024 Urban Green Car of the Year

By Mary Conway on February 25, 2024 - 10:42AM

Excitement is building for the arrival of the first 2024 FIAT 500e BEVs. Production for the U.S. versions just started and the vehicle is already winning awards.

Manufacturer Recommendations Are Not Always the Best Course of Action on Car Maintenance

The Truth About Car Maintenance, And What the Manufacturers Tell You

By Timothy Boyer on February 25, 2024 - 9:07AM

Your coolant system has one leaking hose. Do you really need to replace all of them?! This and other maintenance advice from an engine repair specialist.

This Is My All-New Subaru Baja Pickup And Toyota Tacoma Slayer

By Denis Flierl on February 25, 2024 - 6:58AM

When will Subaru of America offer a new Subaru Baja Wilderness pickup? Here is a rendering of a Toyota Tacoma slayer. It will make outdoor enthusiasts want to play in the dirt this spring.

Subaru’s Stress-Free New Car-Buying Experience Through Costco And How You Can Save Time And Money

By Denis Flierl on February 25, 2024 - 6:06AM

Did you know you can buy a 2024 Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, Forester, or other new models through Costco? I didn't either. Here are the details and how it can save you money and time and money.

Ford Lightning Pickup Takes Off As It the automaker tests

Are Quality Issues Forcing Ford To Stash Completed Products?

By Marc Stern on February 24, 2024 - 7:57PM

Ford may be withholding some of its finished products because they are not meeting quality benchmarks. It is not the first time the automaker has done this.

This Tool Will Save You Thousands...and Your Skin

By Timothy Boyer on February 24, 2024 - 6:18PM

Here’s a minimalist tool recommendation for car owners who only want the bare minimum of tools in their car for repair emergencies.

First 2024 Fiat 500e EVs are Headed to America

First 2024 FIAT 500e EVs Are On Their Way to North America

By Mary Conway on February 24, 2024 - 5:51PM

FIAT is producing new 2024 Fiat 500e EVs for the North American market. Production just started and the two-door, battery-electric vehicle (BEV). FIAT sold out its first dealer allocation in less than a week.

Navigating Tesla's Strategic Cash Reserves and Future Ventures: Tesla Needs Its $30 Billion War Chest - ALL OF IT

By Jeremy Johnson on February 24, 2024 - 5:27PM

Tesla has a large war chest of cash - almost $30 billion, and there is a good reason Tesla is keeping a large cash pile around.

Light blue 2024 Kia Seltos in front of building

Kia Seltos SUV To Get Hybrid Model Next Year

By Justin Hart on February 24, 2024 - 5:25PM

Kia’s smallest SUV, the Seltos, will be electrified next year with a new hybrid model. The Seltos Hybrid (HEV) may not go on sale in the US first however. Kia will likely bring it to the US to compete with the likes of the Toyota Corolla Cross HEV though.

Tesla Seriously Needs To Start Advertising Their Prices - A Model X Is NOT $130,000

By Jeremy Johnson on February 24, 2024 - 4:02PM

Tesla prices are some of the lowest for an EV on the market today, and they seriously need to start advertising these prices.

You Do Always Need to Pay for a Diagnostic

Avoid the Diagnosis Trap When Smelling Burning Oil

By Timothy Boyer on February 24, 2024 - 2:02PM

Does your car have a burning oil smell? Here’s a simple diagnosis you can make that is easy and a good way to save money by avoiding “The Diagnosis Trap” I see at dealerships.

A Record 140 Tesla Cybertrucks Seen Parked Together – Suggests Tesla has Reached a Production Run Rate of 50,000 Cybertrucks Per Year

By Tinsae Aregay on February 24, 2024 - 11:30AM

A new drone flyover of Tesla’s Texas factory shows the plant teaming with Cybertrucks. The record 140 Cybertrucks that were spotted suggests that Tesla has achieved a production run rate of 50,000 Cybertrucks per year.

8 Reasons Why I Drive A Subaru

By Denis Flierl on February 24, 2024 - 9:51AM

Should you buy a Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, or other Subaru models? Here are eight reasons why I drive a Subaru.

The New Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness Lift Kit For More Extreme Off-Road Treks, And Why You Don't Need It

By Denis Flierl on February 24, 2024 - 6:17AM

Should you buy the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness? Check out how to make it even more rugged for off-road treks with a lift kit. It looks good, but do you need it? Here's why I think it's a waste of money.

Jeep is Recalling 200,000 2021-2024 Wrangle 4xe and 2022-2024 Grand Cherokee 4xe Vehicles for Windshield Defroster Problems

By Mary Conway on February 23, 2024 - 9:27PM

The recall affects nearly 140,000 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles and nearly 60,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xes. The defrosters may fail to work which can make it difficult for drivers to see.

Ford Edge Still Draws Praise From Consumer Reports

Though Leaving The Lineup, Consumer Reports Continues To Praise The Ford Edge

By Marc Stern on February 23, 2024 - 9:03PM

Ford’s Edge Continues To Shine With Consumer Reports Even Though Its Run Is Ending this year.

Car Oil Change Maintenance Disaster

By Timothy Boyer on February 23, 2024 - 11:52AM

Here’s a DIY horror story that no one is sure exactly what happened (including myself, but I do have a few ideas) where one car owner claims to DIY his oil changes.

Tesla's Impossible Mission: How Tesla Achieved the Impossible In Making EVs For a Profit

By Jeremy Johnson on February 23, 2024 - 10:22AM

Tesla has done the impossible - an impossible mission in making EVs for a profit. This is not simply replicated by other companies at the push of a button.

20 Best Resale Value Small SUVs And Why Subaru Crosstrek Is Number One

By Denis Flierl on February 23, 2024 - 7:32AM

Which subcompact SUVs have the best resale value? An updated report from iSeeCars says the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is the best of all the new models. Check my report before you buy.

A New Subaru Forester EV Next Year? A New Report Says Yes

By Denis Flierl on February 23, 2024 - 6:23AM

When will Subaru launch its next new all-electric vehicle? A new report from Japan says it will be the Subaru Forester EV. Check out the latest Subaru EV details here.

Tesla Is Creating a Monopoly On EVs That Could Extend To the Entire Auto Business and Nobody Sees This Coming: The Competition Is Not Coming - Not In the U.S.

By Jeremy Johnson on February 23, 2024 - 12:58AM

Tesla is creating a monopoly on EVs, and nobody is seeing this coming. This monopoly could even extend to the entire auto business, reminiscent of other tech giants.

Tesla FSD V12's End2end Is Fundamentally Different From The Previous Rule-Based Versions

By Armen Hareyan on February 23, 2024 - 12:16AM

While every Tesla FSD update garners its share of excitement, the arrival of V12 whispers something different. Beyond the usual "biggest AI play" pronouncements, FSD V12's technology shift hints at a transformation with far-reaching implications.

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