Skip to main content

Automotive News (Page 190)

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.

2024 Subaru model Tokyo Auto Salon lineup
Subaru Just Put The World On Notice, STI Is Not Dead
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru announced its Tokyo Auto Salon 2024 model lineup. There will be three hot 2024 STI models. Subaru has notified the world that STI is not dead; it's alive and well. Check out the report here.
Ford Explorer Recalled Early This Year
For The Third Year, Ford Has Set The Nation’s Vehicle Recall Record
By Marc Stern on
Since 2021, Ford has had the dubious distinction of being the leader in vehicle recalls. It continued this year, as well.
Tesla Model
Tesla Is Plugging Out and Making a Bold Bet on Wireless Home Charging
By Armen Hareyan on
Imagine rolling into your garage, parking effortlessly, and stepping out without ever touching a charging cable. This futuristic vision of electric car convenience might soon be a reality, thanks to Tesla's surprising embrace of wireless home charging.
Which Is Worse For Toyota RAV4, a 10 Minute Warmup or 2-Mile Cold Engine Drive
Which Is Worse For Toyota RAV4, a 10 Minute Warmup or 2-Mile Cold Engine Drive?
By Armen Hareyan on
The Toyota RAV4's loyal legion is a passionate bunch just like that of Tesla, and few topics ignite debate quite like the cold engine warm-up. Is it a gentle caress for your beloved SUV, or a wasteful guzzle of precious fuel?
Tesla Revoking Autopilot Could Prove To Be Fatal To Someone Some Day: Something Needs To Change
Tesla Revoking Autopilot Could Prove To Be Fatal To Someone Some Day: Something Needs To Change
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla will revoke Autopilot after 3 instances of misuse. Regardless of this, some day, there is a chance an accident will happen to someone that couldn't use Autopilot that is fatal. Something needs to change here.
​ Deep Cleaning, A 2012 Chrysler 200 On Repo:  I was watching a video recently of a deep cleaning done by a guy, "The Detail Geek" and this deep cleaning took 12 hours on a 2012 Chrysler 200. The car was bought at auction due to being repossessed, and I am going to guess that whoever bought it, paid around $1,000 or less. This twelve hour deep cleaning, even though the price was not stated, probably cost at least $3,000 and made the car look completely brand new. I've never seen a car this dirty get clean
Deep Cleaning This Extremely Filthy Repo Car Took 12 Hours: By the End, It Looked Brand New
By Jeremy Johnson on
This filthy and repo car, a 2012 Chrysler, sold at auction, took 12 hours to deep clean - and by the end of it, the car looked brand new.
Image of Chevrolet Blazer EV infotainment system courtesy of GM
GM’s New Infotainment System that Ditches Apple CarPlay Fails In Tests - Unsafe?
By John Goreham on
Two separate outlets testing GM’s new infotainment system that eliminates AppleCarPlay and Android Auto have reported the system failed in their testing. Here’s what the reports say.
Tesla Model Y Seen Towing Semi Trailer: That's 3X Its Rated Towing Capacity
Tesla Model Y Seen Towing Semi Trailer: That's 3X Its Rated Towing Capacity: Here's What Happened At the End of the Tow
By Jeremy Johnson on
A video was shown recently of a Tesla Model Y towing a semi-trailer. The Model Y has a 3,500 towing capacity rating, and this semi-trailer is about 3 times that. Here's what happened at the end of the tow.
Tesla Cybertruck
Here’s the 1st Video of Cybertruck Delivery at a Tesla Store – Tesla Pulls Out the Red Carpet for Early Cybertruck Customers
By Tinsae Aregay on
In the 1st Cybertruck delivery video at a Tesla store, we see Tesla giving early Foundation Series Cybertruck owners a white glove treatment with 3 employees. In addition, the video shows everything you need to take delivery of your Cybertruck.
Image of Blazer EV courtesy of GM
New Blazer EV Is GM’s Latest EV Misfire - Adds Proof EVs Are Unreliable
By John Goreham on
Reports of outrageous trouble with the new Chevrolet Blazer EV are coming in. What this means for GM’s all-electric future.
2024 Subaru WRX
The 2024 Subaru WRX New Pricing And Model Guide Is Here
By Denis Flierl on
What is the price of the 2024 Subaru WRX? Check out the new pricing and model guide here.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek
CR’s 5 Most Reliable New SUVs Under $30K - Why Subaru Crosstrek Is The Top Pick
By Denis Flierl on
What is the most reliable SUV under $30,000? Consumer Reports says it's the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. See why it's the number one pick now.
2023 Chrysler Pacifica Earns Top Safety Pick
The 2023 Chrysler Pacifica is Driving Home With Another Major Award
By Mary Conway on
Chrysler created the minivan and continues to set the bar for others in the segment. This latest honors means that it excels in safety.
Ford F-150 Raptor R Gains Power
New 720 Horsepower V-8 Makes New F-150 Raptor R The Most Powerful Truck In The Lineup
By Marc Stern on
A lot of people are looking closely at the F-150 Raptor R. Let's see what's changed and what's new in 2024 for this truck.
Tesla and China EVs Tsunami Is About to WIPE OUT the Internal Combustion Engine
A Tesla and China EV Tsunami Is About to WIPE OUT the Internal Combustion Engine
By Jeremy Johnson on
The internal combustion engine is going to meet its demise soon, and it will come at the hands of Tesla and China EVs.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla’s Lead Engineer Confirms Cybertruck is the Most American Made Truck, Says – “I Can’t Think of a Single Cybertruck Part Not Made in the US”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla’s Head of Vehicle Engineering, Lars Moravy has confirmed that the Cybertruck is the most American-made truck in the market. Lars added that he “can’t think of a single Cybertruck part that’s not made in the US.”
Cybertruck VIN #448 Was Delivered to Ryan Torres Last Night: Tesla Will Deliver 500 By Years End
Cybertruck VIN #448 Was Delivered to Ryan Torres Last Night: Tesla Will Deliver 500 By Years End
By Jeremy Johnson on
Cybertruck VIN #448 was confirmed to be delivered to Ryan Torres, showing that Tesla may deliver 500 Cybertrucks before the end of the year. This was confirmed via an Instagram post and story.
40 Cybertrucks Seen at Giga Texas As Tesla Continues To Ramp To Volume Production and Email Early Reservation Holders
40 Cybertrucks Seen at Giga Texas As Tesla Continues To Ramp To Volume Production: Expect To See 100 Soon
By Jeremy Johnson on
40 Cybertrucks can be seen at Giga Texas, signaling that Tesla is continuing to ramp production - expect to see 100 soon. Tesla has also been emailing early reservation holders to configure their Foundation series Cybertruck.
VW, Finally Adopts the Tesla NACS, However, Others Still Remain To Do So: Here's Who Is Left
VW, Finally Adopts the Tesla NACS, However, Others Still Remain To Do So: Here's Who Will Be Last
By Jeremy Johnson on
VW is finally adopting the NACS, which was first developed by Tesla. There are still a number of other automakers who have not done so, however. Plus, here's who I think will be last.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek with a new customer
Subaru Crosstrek Reliability Vs. Honda HR-V And Toyota Corolla Cross, It’s No Contest
By Denis Flierl on
Is the Subaru Crosstrek a reliable vehicle? A newly updated reliability report from Consumer Reports (by subscription) says the Crosstrek is not only reliable but also the most reliable Subaru model in the lineup.
2024 Subaru models sitting on the retailers' lot
New Subaru Model Ranking, There’s More Losers Than Winners
By Denis Flierl on
Which are the top-performing models for Subaru of America? Here is the latest report on Subaru's hot and cold models. There are more losers than winners. 
Ford Edge On The Road
Consumer Reports Rates Ford Edge As Better Alternative To Chevy Blazer
By Marc Stern on
Even as the Edge is scheduled to sunset in a few months, the consumer magazine continues to rate the Edge highly.
Man Pours Water On His Tesla Charging Cable and Charge Port And Then Plugs In To Charge: Here's What Happens Next
Man Pours Water On His Tesla Charging Cable and Then Plugs In To Charge: Here's What Happens Next
By Jeremy Johnson on
There is a video circulating, showing a man from China, pouring water directly on his Tesla charging cable and on the end of the charging unit. He also pours water directly on the Tesla charge ports on the car. Here's what happens as he does it.
Tesla Model S, 3, X, Y
Tesla Executive Hints Like the Cybertruck, Model 3 & Other Tesla Vehicles Could Get 350KW V4 Supercharging, Says – “Very Fast Charging, People Will Top Off As They Do at a Gas Station”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Recently, Tesla’s Head of Vehicle Engineering confirmed that the Cybertruck will be able to charge at 350KW using V4 superchargers. Now he’s saying the Model 3 and other Tesla vehicles could get 350KW as well. 15% to 85% in 9 minutes.
Tesla Cybertruck, Jay Leno
Jay Leno Takes Tesla Cybertruck on 1st Off-Roading Test, Says the Truck Handles Rock Crawling & Water Fording “Like it’s Nothing”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Jay Leno together with Tesla’s Chief Designer & Head of Vehicle Engineering has taken the Cybertruck on its first independent off-roading test. Leno says the Cybertruck handles rock crawling & water fording “like it’s nothing.”
2025 Subaru Outback
The Next-Generation 2025 Subaru Outback Announcement And What’s Coming
By Denis Flierl on
When will Subaru announce the next-generation 2025 Subaru Outback? It's coming next, and here is what I know.
2024 Subaru Legacy
CR’s Best Midsize Cars Under $30K And Why Subaru Legacy Needs A Hybrid Trim
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best midsize cars you can buy now? Consumer Reports released an updated ranking. Check the eight best models here.
Elon Musk States Cybertruck Will Have a Mod That Enables It To Traverse At Least 100 Meters of Water As A Boat
Elon Musk States Cybertruck Will Have a Mod That Enables It To Traverse At Least 100 Meters of Water As A Boat
By Jeremy Johnson on
Elon Musk just stated the Cybertruck will have an add-on mod that will allow it to traverse at least 100 meters of water as a boat.
2024 Ford Ranger On the desert
While Ford Sweeps Most KBB Awards, Toyota Tacoma Takes MidSized
By Marc Stern on
It looks like it would be an all-Ford show in the KBB awards list. But, Toyota’s Tacoma spoiled it
Tesla Directly Confirms They Are Working On a Wireless Charging Pad For Your Garage
Tesla Directly Confirms They Are Working On a Wireless Charging Pad For Your Garage
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla confirmed recently that they are working on a wireless charging pad for your garage. This will be a useful charging mechanism for everyday users and for robotaxi fleet operators.
Subscribe to