Automotive News (Page 179)

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.

Calling Tesla's FSD A "Simple Party Trick" And Worth $10 A Month Couldn't Be Further From The Truth

By Jeremy Johnson on March 30, 2024 - 10:31AM

A comment about Tesla's FSD software called it a simple party trick. This, however, couldn't be further from the truth, and we are seeing the reality of driverless Tesla vehicles unfold in real time.

The Tesla Model 2 Will Get a Game Changing LFP Battery - Charging In 10-15 Minutes At Incredible Speed Of 350 kW In Cold Weather

By Jeremy Johnson on March 30, 2024 - 10:12AM

CATL has a game changing battery that the Tesla Model 2 will use, with fast charging capability and charging fast in cold weather - up to 350 kW.

One Month and 2,000 Miles Into Tesla Cybertruck Ownership: Here's All the Nitty Gritty Details

MKBHD Shares His Cybertruck Review After 2,000 Miles - And Heavy Usage

By Jeremy Johnson on March 30, 2024 - 1:04AM

An owner of a Tesla Cybertruck is sharing all the details he learned after 2,000 miles and heavy usage. Here's the good, the bad, and the ugly.

Tesla Has Produced 6 Million Vehicles Now And The First Million Took 12 Years! How Long It Took This Last Million and How Long The Next Million Will Take

By Jeremy Johnson on March 30, 2024 - 12:31AM

Tesla has just produced its 6 millionth vehicle. The first million took 12 years. Here's how long it took for the last million, along with how long it should take to get to the 7 millionth vehicle.

2024 AMG GLA 35 4MATIC- A Sports Car Hiding In Luxury Crossover Clothing

By John Goreham on March 29, 2024 - 4:07PM

The 2024 AMG GLA 35 is a Mercedes-Benz vehicle hiding in a tiny niche. Maybe a niche you are interested in?

Tesla Officially Makes the Case Why The Cybertruck is the “Perfect Mom & Family Vehicle” – Is the Cybertruck an EV to Drive Around Your Kids or a Serious Off-Road Truck For the Work Site

By Tinsae Aregay on March 29, 2024 - 3:12PM

Tesla detractors criticize the Cybertruck as a “vehicle for soccer moms” and claim that the Cybertruck is not a real truck. However, Tesla appears to have jumped on the bandwagon and embraced the Cybertruck as the “perfect mom vehicle.”

Can Chinese Carmakers Dethrone Toyota In The United States?

By Dimitar Angelov on March 29, 2024 - 12:31PM

Toyota is still a solid performer in North America, but Chinese automakers are casting a shadow in certain markets. Will this happen in North America too?

The 2024 Kelley Blue Book Consumer Choice Award for the 2024 Ram 1500 Truck Comes at a Crucial Time for the Ram Brand

By Mary Conway on March 28, 2024 - 9:19PM

Ram recently unveiled its 2025 Ram 1500 and is planning to bring an EV truck to market.

A Tesla Cybertruck Takes a Chunk Out of a Nissan Sentra Using Its Stainless Steel Exoskeleton During a High Energy Crash – The Nissan is Totaled While the Cybertruck Gets Barely Dented

By Tinsae Aregay on March 28, 2024 - 2:40PM

A Tesla Cybertruck has demonstrated the true strength of the truck’s 30X cold-rolled stainless steel exoskeleton in an unfortunate crash with a Nissan Sentra. The Cybertruck sustained barely a dent, whereas the Nissan was completely destroyed.

Toyota's Luxury Arm, Lexus, Marks Exponential Growth In 2023, According To A Recent Report Made By The Company

By Dimitar Angelov on March 28, 2024 - 11:37AM

Lexus released its 2023 sales figures and things are looking very good. Look at how many cars Lexus sold in 2023.

What this Recent Tire Recall is All About

By Timothy Boyer on March 28, 2024 - 11:14AM

If you have bought all-terrain tires from this popular brand the past few years (including early this year) here is a recall with answers to questions you will have about them.

How The Outback Is Outperforming The Forester And Crosstrek Right Now

By Denis Flierl on March 28, 2024 - 4:59AM

The Subaru Outback is still the best-performing Subaru model among new model shoppers online. See how far ahead of the other Subaru models it is now.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Forester

10 Best Used SUVs Under $25K And Where Subaru Forester, Crosstrek Fit

By Denis Flierl on March 28, 2024 - 4:42AM

The 2021 Subaru Forester and the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek are included in Kelley Blue Book's 10 Best Used SUVs Under $25,000. Are they the best picks? Check out the answer here.

Tesla Is Releasing FSD Updates At a Break Neck Pace: Version 12.3.2.1 Out Now - Now Slowing For Puddles

Tesla Is Releasing FSD Updates At a Breakneck Pace: Version 12.3.2.1 Out Now - Slowing For Puddles

By Jeremy Johnson on March 28, 2024 - 1:05AM

Tesla is releasing its FSD software at a breakneck pace. It has now released version 12.3.2.1 to some select individuals, soon to be wide release.

Ford Dark Horse Edition Of the 7th Gen Mustang

To Honor Ford Mustang’s 7th Generation, the Automaker Gives It A Special Logo

By Marc Stern on March 27, 2024 - 9:53PM

The 60th edition of the Ford Mustang is a special model and so the automaker has given it its own special color logo.

Top Subaru Dealer Talks About Baltimore Bridge Collapse And How It Will Impact Customers

By Denis Flierl on March 27, 2024 - 5:50PM

Will the collapse of the Baltimore Bridge affect the arrival of new Subaru cars at the port? Hear how it will impact customers from the top Subaru dealers in America.

Toyota RAV4 Vs Highlander Vs Grand Highlander: Which One To Get?

By Dimitar Angelov on March 27, 2024 - 12:24PM

Toyota RAV4 is an over-achiever, but the Highlander and Grand Highlander make a very strong case regarding value for money.

The Port of Baltimore with vehicles shown in image

Experts Explain How the Key Bridge and Port of Baltimore Tragedy Will Impact Your Future Car Purchase

By John Goreham on March 27, 2024 - 11:55AM

Experts say the Key Bridge and Port of Baltimore tragedy will have a major negative impact on America's auto industry. Shortages and price increases could result. And it will not just be Asian brands that are impacted.

This Tesla Vehicle Parallel Parks Itself In Scintillating Display Of Parking Prowess: The Days Of Frustrating Parking Are Over

Tesla Vehicle Automatically Parallel Parks: The Days Of Frustrating Parking Are Over

By Jeremy Johnson on March 27, 2024 - 10:17AM

This Tesla vehicle parallel parked itself in a stunning display of skill. Watch as it smoothly enters the parking space, very quickly and accurately.

Subaru Recall Alert: Outback And Legacy Defective Air Bags, They May Not Deploy

By Denis Flierl on March 27, 2024 - 7:38AM

Subaru recalled specific Outback and Legacy models for defective airbags. See which model year and if your vehicle is on the list.

Subaru Is Shut Out of KBB’s “New” Consumer Choice Awards

By Denis Flierl on March 27, 2024 - 6:25AM

Where is Subaru in the new KBB Consumer Choice Awards? They are shut out. There's one car brand that takes the top mainstream brand categories. Subaru is nowhere to be found.

KIA's EV Investment Pays Off As The 2024 EV9 Surpasses The Telluride

By Armen Hareyan on March 26, 2024 - 11:54PM

Kia's big bet on electric vehicles looks like a winner. Having driven both, I can tell you the all-new 2024 EV9 rockets past the Telluride in every way.

Interior of New Electric Explorer like the wone that went around the world

Youngest Traveler Takes Ford Explorer Around The World In Six Months

By Marc Stern on March 26, 2024 - 9:34PM

Driving a new Ford Explorer, Lexie Alford Sets the Record As the Youngest Driver To Circle a Globe in EV as she covers 30,000 km in six months.

Elon Musk Gives Clue To the Cost of the Tesla Humanoid Robot: About Half the Cost Of A Car

By Jeremy Johnson on March 26, 2024 - 7:56PM

Elon Musk just gave a clue at what the cost of the Tesla humanoid robot will be. He says it will be less than half of a car.

2024 Easter Jeep Safari 2024 Wranglers and Gladiator

A Closer Look at the 2024 Jeep Wranglers and Jeep Gladiator Starring in the 2024 Easter Jeep Safari

By Mary Conway on March 26, 2024 - 7:21PM

Jeep Brought four stand out concept vehicles to this years 2024 Easter Jeep Safari. We take a look at what makes the concepts so rugged.

Here's Why The 2024 Toyota Mirai Is The Right Car At The Wrong Time

By Dimitar Angelov on March 26, 2024 - 5:11PM

Toyota Mirai came a bit too early for its own good, but this will change soon.

2024 Lexus LS 500 F Sport AWD Sedan - As Good As You’d Expect, Maybe Better

By John Goreham on March 26, 2024 - 4:18PM

Are you looking for a large sedan that can double as a limo? If so, the Lexus LS 500 may be right up your alley.

Former Subaru CEO Left A Legacy Of Disruption, Can New Boss Be As Effective?

By Denis Flierl on March 26, 2024 - 3:12PM

Former Subaru CEO Tom Doll received a prestigious honor from Newsweek. He received the "Legacy of Disruption" honor. Subaru of America's new CEO has big shoes to fill.

Image of Lectron charger handle by John Goreham

EVs Miss the Mark - Where’s the Mid-Trim $33K AWD Crossover SUV?

By John Goreham on March 26, 2024 - 2:49PM

The largest segment of America’s vehicle market is an all-wheel drive compact crossover SUV with a price between $30K and $36K. Why can’t battery-electric vehicles compete at this important price point?

Least Reliable Cars That Won't Even Last 60,000 Miles

By Timothy Boyer on March 26, 2024 - 2:35PM

Ten 2024 models that will not reach anywhere near the 200,000 miles or more car owners expect from their cars today. Plus, the 10 most reliable 2024 models.

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