Automotive News (Page 200)

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.

Subaru Forester And Outback Take Best SUVs Crown For Short Drivers

By Denis Flierl on May 28, 2024 - 9:21AM EDT

Which Compact and Midsize SUVs are the best for shorter drivers? Consumer Reports says two Subaru models are the best. See Why Forester and Outback consistently rank the highest.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek, 2024 Subaru Impreza

Check The New Subaru Crosstrek And Impreza Safety Performance Before You Buy

By Denis Flierl on May 28, 2024 - 6:54AM EDT

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and 2024 Subaru Impreza each win new global safety tech awards. What does it mean for customers now?

2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Review

2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Is The Best Sonata With a Tesla-Like Summon Feature

By Armen Hareyan on May 27, 2024 - 11:04PM EDT

This week I am testing the Hybrid 2024 Hyundai Sonata Limited trim and I think this is the best Sonata I have tested so far compared to the previous generations. This is my review.

Three Reasons One Writer's Group Calls the 2024 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid the Top Minivan

By Mary Conway on May 27, 2024 - 9:25PM EDT

The 2024 Chrysler Pacifica has won more awards than any other minivan in history. They can add one more to the list!

Chevrolet's 2024 Traverse Looks and Acts More Like a Baby Tahoe Which is Great

By Mary Conway on May 27, 2024 - 8:00PM EDT

Chevrolet is making the 2024 Traverse more truck-like and better off-road. There is a reason that the Chevrolet Tahoe is the best selling large SUV. Making the 2024 more like it is a great decision.

Tesla FSD Casually Sneaks To The Front Of A Huge Left Turn Queue: Very Human Like

Tesla FSD Casually Sneaks Past 18 Cars To The Front Of A Huge Left Turn Queue: Very (Super) Human Like

By Jeremy Johnson on May 27, 2024 - 7:16PM EDT

Tesla's FSD casually snuck past over a dozen other cars that were all in a lane to turn left and got in a small gap to make the left turn much faster than it would, had it waited.

Tesla Cybertruck is Built Wrong Points Out This Expert

Why Today’s Tesla Cybertruck is a Failure

By Timothy Boyer on May 27, 2024 - 2:31PM EDT

Will today’s Tesla Cybertruck make you happy? Maybe not according to one expert who points out these problems with today’s Cybertruck that makes it a production failure and what actually is the most insulting point of its existence.

2024 Porsche Macan ICE News - Why is it being discontinued?

ICE Porsche Macan To Be Dropped in 2024? Allegedly No Longer True, Here's Why:

By Bhavik Sreenath on May 27, 2024 - 11:16AM EDT

The Porsche Macan bids farewell to Europe due to new cybersecurity regulations. Learn why Porsche is pulling the plug on the ICE Macan in the EU and what it means for other markets.

Best Low-Cost OBD-II Car Engine Trouble Code Scan Tool Review

Best Car OBD2 Code Scanner and the Manual to Help You Understand How to Use It

By Timothy Boyer on May 27, 2024 - 10:30AM EDT

Need an affordable scan tool for your car’s engine but are not sure which ones are junk and which one’s work? Here is a useful scan tool review and a reference for a code scanner manual to help you diagnose and fix your car.

The Next-Gen Forester Gets 2 New Features For The First Time On Any Subaru

By Denis Flierl on May 27, 2024 - 9:16AM EDT

The 2025 Subaru Forester has two new safety and convenience technology features, a first for any Subaru vehicle. How do they work, and how much do they cost? I'll answer those questions and more in this new report.

The 2 Features You Wish Your New Subaru Had But Doesn’t

By Denis Flierl on May 27, 2024 - 6:08AM EDT

I have talked to many Subaru owners, and there is a common theme among Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, and Outback owners. They wish their cars had two features. Can you guess what they are?

The Ford F-150 Finally Ditched Its Most Annoying Title

By Denis Flierl on May 26, 2024 - 8:17AM EDT

The Ford F-150 pickup is the best-selling vehicle in America. It has also held another troubling title—but it just lost it.

Subaru’s 12 New Outdoor-Themed Models And One More They Haven't Given Up On Yet

By Denis Flierl on May 26, 2024 - 6:45AM EDT

Subaru recently filed 12 new U.S. patents for its all-new models, but they've dropped one and added another. What are they, and which names will they use next? And which old nameplate are they still hoping for?

BMW X5 LCI vs Porsche Cayenne - Which one to buy?

2024 Porsche Cayenne Facelift vs. 2024 BMW X5 LCI - Which Premium Luxury SUV Should I Buy?

By Bhavik Sreenath on May 26, 2024 - 2:33AM EDT

2024 Porsche Cayenne facelift vs. BMW X5 LCI: a head-to-head comparison of two luxury SUV titans. Which one takes the crown for performance, luxury, and value?

3 Hot New Subaru EV Features You Want And 3 You Don’t

By Denis Flierl on May 25, 2024 - 9:19AM EDT

Three new battery electric Subaru SUVs are coming, but what new features will they have? Check out six unique technology advances. Will you want all of them?

Something Never Seen Before Is Happening At Subaru, A Seismic Shift

By Denis Flierl on May 25, 2024 - 6:36AM EDT

I wrote earlier that a perfect storm is gathering over Subaru. Now, a seismic shift has occurred. Customers need to ask themselves this now: Is it best for the customer or best for Subaru?

Consumer Reports New Car Memeorial Day Sale Recommendations

Best New Car Deals for Memorial Day Spotlighted by Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on May 24, 2024 - 5:45PM EDT

Here are the latest best new car deals for this Memorial Day Holiday that car shoppers need to know about on the 2024 models offered right now that come with money saving incentives that make these some incredibly attractive models for smart shoppers.

I Policed For 22 Years and The Use of Teslas For Patrol Depends On These Factors

By Armen Hareyan on May 24, 2024 - 11:00AM EDT

A Police officer with 22 years of patrolling reveals the unknown details about using Tesla electric cars for patrol.

Your First All-New Subaru Forester Just Arrived And More New Details

By Denis Flierl on May 24, 2024 - 9:22AM EDT

When will the 2025 Subaru Forester be available for U.S. customers to purchase? See where the first models just pulled up. And more new details have surfaced.

The 11 Best New Cars And Why Autotrader Says Subaru Crosstrek Will Shock You

By Denis Flierl on May 24, 2024 - 6:44AM EDT

Which are the best new cars of 2024? Autotrader released its annual ranking, and there are a few surprises. One is the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek, which they say will shock you. Is it all that's advertised?

The 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S Takes on Tesla in New Video

By Mary Conway on May 23, 2024 - 8:58PM EDT

In just over a week we will finally see the production version of Jeep's first all-electric vehicle. See Jeep's teaser video showing the Wagoneer S taking on a Tesla.

VW Delays Its Latest ID.7 Electric Vehicle After Listening to Customers - Here’s Our Take

By John Goreham on May 23, 2024 - 7:44PM EDT

VW says that its customers’ opinions have resulted in it holding off on introducing the ID.7 crossover. We believe VW, but we think there is more to the story.

When Your Parking Brake Gets in the Way of a Brake Repair

Simple Brake Repair Trick Your Car Repair Manual Might Not Show You

By Timothy Boyer on May 23, 2024 - 7:25PM EDT

Here is a brake system repair trick so simple that your car repair manual probably does not cover—but should—when working on your car.

2024 Nissan Ariya Review: Nissan Makes an Electric Statement

By Armen Hareyan on May 23, 2024 - 5:57PM EDT

The Ariya is Nissan's second fully electric vehicle (after the LEAF) and it debuted last year. Similar in size to the Murano, the Ariya recently offered a four-wheel drive version that many buyers were waiting for.

Images of Michelin Defender2 tire by John Goreham.

Michelin Defender2 Tire Review - 1-Year Update

By John Goreham on May 23, 2024 - 4:58PM EDT

We update our Michelin Defender2 tire test at the one-year mark. The news is all good.

Image of Michelin SelfSeal tire on Chevy Bolt EV by John Goreham

Michelin Product Managers Explain Why You Don’t Need EV-Specific Tires

By John Goreham on May 23, 2024 - 2:59PM EDT

One of the most trusted brands in tires is Michelin. In this story, we let Michelin product managers explain why you do not need to select electric vehicle-specific tires for your EV.

The Subaru Forester Is Stuck In The Middle Again

By Denis Flierl on May 23, 2024 - 9:42AM EDT

Which compact SUVs are the most comfortable and spacious and get good gas mileage? Consumer Reports recommends eleven in an updated report. See why the Subaru Forester gets stuck in the middle. But it stands out in a critical area.

2026 will bring an all-new model, and here's what we are hoping for

My 4 Plausible Predictions About The 2026 Toyota Corolla

By Dimitar Angelov on May 23, 2024 - 7:21AM EDT

The 2026 Toyota Corolla is another chance for Toyota to add to the legend, and here's what we might get.

My Tesla is Showing a Safety Restraint System Fault; However, Rather Than Paying $120 for an OBD Reading, My Tesla Diagnoses Itself & Automatically Set Up a Service Plan in 30 Seconds

By Tinsae Aregay on May 23, 2024 - 7:10AM EDT

A Tesla owner recently experienced an issue with his safety restraint system. In any other car, you have to take it to a shop and spend $120 to perform an OBD reading; however, Tesla diagnoses itself & automatically schedules a service appointment.

IIHS Says Subaru's 5 Models Are Top Picks For Teens, But Why Are They The Best?

By Denis Flierl on May 23, 2024 - 7:07AM EDT

What are the best new and used Subaru models for your teen driver? Check out the five Subaru models picked by the IIHS and Consumer Reports. They are your top choices if you are looking for a Subaru, and I'll explain why they are the best now.

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