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Automotive News (Page 25)

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 Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Thought He Put His Truck on FSD but Ended Up Veering Off the Interstate Onto Gravel – Adds, “I Pressed the Scroll Wheel But FSD Didn’t Engage”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he stopped monitoring his vehicle for a second, believing he had engaged FSD. However, the self-driving feature was not on, and he ended up drifting off the highway onto gravel.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Who Put A Kia Emblem on His Truck Has Hilarious Encounters Says, “I Get So, Many People Asking Me If This Is Really a Kia, I Say Yup!”
By Denis Flierl on
Karyl's Cybertruck turns heads, but not for the reasons you think. He has a Kia emblem, sparking confusion and hilarious encounters. From a lady convinced Kia "makes 'em too" to Karyl's playful "Yup," this story is a riot. Check out his truck's logo swap.
10 Consumer Reports Recommended SUVs
10 Best SUVs You Can Buy Right Now
By Timothy Boyer on
Which SUVs are truly worth your money? Based on performance, safety, reliability, and owner satisfaction, here are 10 of the best SUVs you can buy today from the good folks at Consumer Reports.
Tesla Highland Project
Tesla's Highland Gambit: A Minimalist Masterpiece or a Step Too Far?
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla's "Project Highland" Model 3 refresh offers welcome aesthetic and comfort upgrades but courts controversy and risks alienating mainstream buyers by eliminating fundamental physical controls like turn signal stalks in favor of a minimal design.
Mercedes Mini G-Wagon
Honey, I Shrunk the G-Wagon: Mercedes' Brilliant Electric Gambit
By Rob Enderle on
Mercedes-Benz's electric "Baby G-Wagon" is a brilliant strategic move that preserves the original's iconic design in a smaller, more accessible format, positioning it to dominate the premium rugged EV market much like Porsche's Macan did in.
Volvo's EV Factory
Volvo's Clean Break: Why a New EV Plant Is a Masterstroke
By Rob Enderle on
Volvo's construction of a new, EV-only plant in Slovakia is a strategic masterstroke, leveraging the company's strong financial position to create a hyper-efficient, purpose-built facility that will provide a significant cost and quality advantages.
For 7 Days I Test-Drove the 2026 GMC Terrain AT4 AWD a Think This SUV Is The Sweet Spot Between Off-Road Ruggedness and Daily Comfort
For 7 Days I Test-Drove the 2026 GMC Terrain AT4 AWD a Think This SUV Is The Sweet Spot Between Off-Road Ruggedness and Daily Comfort
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 GMC Terrain AT4 AWD delivered an unexpected mix of rugged capability and everyday comfort that left me rethinking what a compact SUV can really do.
Toyota RAV4 Owner Explains His Car Owner Frustrations
I Am Getting Fed Up and Tired of This Car (2020 Toyota RAV4) and the Dealership
By Timothy Boyer on
An upset Toyota RAV4 owner's annoyance is a good example of what to do and what not to do when your RAV4 (or any other car model) is acting up, especially if its warranty period has passed.
Image shows a young girls sitting inside of a Ford F-150 Lightning's frunk area
Consumer Reports Data Shows EV Trucks Like the Rivian R1T, F-150 Lightning, Sierra EV, and Silverado EV Are Among the Least Reliable Vehicles on the Market Today - Why We Think Ford Will Be the Brand To Turn This Around
By John Goreham on
Battery-electric pickup trucks are having a rough time gaining traction in the U.S. market. Could one reason be the reliability and durability scores? Be sure you read our opinions on why Ford will be the one to watch.
Electric car driving on a rural road with trees and clear sky in the background.
I Picked Up My New Tesla Model Y And Found The Delivery Specialist Had Drilled Off-Center Holes Through My Front Fascia, Requiring Immediate Service To Replace It
By Noah Washington on
The Lucid Gravity is here, and it's exceeding expectations. After three weeks of ownership, this owner is blown away by its soft-and-sharp drive, cavernous interior, and stress-free range.
A sleek electric SUV parked on a dirt road with trees in the background.
I Chose The Lucid Gravity Over Rivian R1S And BMW iX For Its Superior Range And Space, And After Three Weeks The Driving Experience Exceeds All My Expectations
By Noah Washington on
The Lucid Gravity is here, and it's exceeding expectations. After three weeks of ownership, this owner is blown away by its soft-and-sharp drive, cavernous interior, and stress-free range.
Dealership in Atlanta Honored The Lifetime Battery in My Tacoma With 2 Unique Moves and Without Upsell, Although With One Small Negative
Dealership in Atlanta Honored The Lifetime Battery in My Tacoma With 2 Unique Moves and Without Upsell, Although With One Small "Negative"
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected twist at a Toyota dealership left one Tacoma owner questioning if the lifetime battery program is really a blessing or a burden.
Silver Tesla Model 3 at a self-serve carwash
Tell Me I’m Not The Only One Who Just Does Self-Serve Car Washes for My Tesla Model Y
By Chris Johnston on
Here are all the suggestions to keep your new Tesla Model Y paint shiny and silky smooth.
John Lee's Tesla Model X loaner
Tesla Did Me Dirty, I Took My 2018 Model 3 In For Warranty Work, and They Gave Me a Model X Loaner, Now I Want One
By Denis Flierl on
Don't get too comfortable with your loaner car. This Tesla owner took his Model 3 in for warranty work and was given a 2025 Model X. Now he wants to trade up. Is the grass always greener on the other side? Check out John's story and see why he's tempted. 
A black 2022 Toyota Tundra is on a desert terrain with a striking grille is showcased against a bright sunset, evoking a rugged and adventurous tone.
My 2022 Toyota Tundra Lasted 59k Miles Before the Engine Gave Out, So I Handed In My Keys and Won’t Be Leasing Another One
By Aram Krajekian on
Toyota’s promise of reliability meets a harsh test. This Tundra owner’s final month behind the wheel shows just how quickly trust can slip away.
2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road
Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road Owner Says, “Let Me Just Save You the Headache I’m Going Through Right Now, Don’t Buy a Tacoma Long Bed”
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Tacoma owner chose a long bed for the extra space, but now he's struggling to find matching aftermarket parts. The companies he loves only make bumpers, racks, and sliders for short beds, turning his dream build into a costly mistake.
U.S. market battery-electric vehicle market share graph 2018 to 2025
More Than 90% Of American New Car Buyers Opted Not to Buy an EV in August Despite Federal EV Subsidies Set To Expire, Ample Inventory, and Generous Incentives - Will September Be Any Different?
By John Goreham on
EVs Failed to Top 10% U.S. Market Share in August With Federal EV Subsidy Expiration Just Weeks Away - Last Chance For EVs to Reach This Milestone Ends October First
2024 Toyota RAV4 Limited
I Love Almost Everything About My 2024 Toyota RAV4, But I Can’t Get Used to This Digital Mirror, Am I Stuck With This Unusable Technology?
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota RAV4 owner loves almost everything about her new compact SUV, but not everything. The digital rearview mirror is a point of frustration. Is this a common issue or unique to Karen's situation? Here is what RAV4 owners need to know. 
Black futuristic truck parked on gravel near a fenced grassy area and buildings.
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Wraps Vehicle With a Minecraft Theme to Honor His 9-Year-Old Son Who Passed From Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, and Switches to Electric Vehicles for His Legacy
By Noah Washington on
He wrapped his Cybertruck in a Minecraft theme as a monument to his 9-year-old son, who passed away from carbon monoxide poisoning, a deeply moving story of how a family turned their grief into a powerful, rolling tribute.
White GMC truck parked on rocky terrain at sunset, with mountains in the background.
I Drive A GMC Sierra EV And Found Free 80-Amp Chargers At My Wife's Workplace That Don't Require Terrible Charging Apps, But One May Be Mislabeled As 40-Amps
By Noah Washington on
The GMC Sierra EV is a marvel of technology, but its owner’s charging experience is a logistical nightmare. And now he has to play detective with a mislabeled sticker to figure out his charging speed.
Gray electric Hummer truck parked in front of a large concrete wall.
I'm Paying $108 To Charge My GMC Hummer EV For Just 311 Miles In September, While My Neighbor's Tesla Costs Significantly Less For Similar Usage
By Noah Washington on
He loves his GMC Hummer EV, but a $108 charge for 311 miles has him seeing green—and not the kind he hoped for. This owner's journey reveals that, for some, the cost of charging can be as much of a financial shock as filling up a gas-guzzling V8.
2025 Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss
I Love My 2025 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss, But I’m Already Having Display Issues, I Can’t Believe Chevy Has Known About This Problem Since 2020, and Hasn’t Fixed It
By Denis Flierl on
A frustrated new Chevy owner is having display issues in her 2025 Colorado. It won't connect to her iPhone, freezes, and overheats. Have Chevrolet and GM been aware of this problem since 2020? Here are answers for Colorado owners, along with a solution. 
Some Mechanics Avoid Upgrading Their Skills to Make Work Easier and More Profitable
I've Been a Mechanic at a GM Dealer for Over 6 Years Now, Went to Tech School Right Out of High School. The Shop I'm at Now Keeps Hiring Lube Techs at $20/Hour, Because McDonald's Pays $16/Hour, and They're Trying to Keep Good Flat-Rate Techs for Less Pay
By Timothy Boyer on
Understanding how mechanics get paid and how repair jobs are assigned can help you make better decisions as a car owner.
Tesla service centers are very busy repairing Tesla vehicles with a wide array of issues
EV Owners Discover That Gas Free Does Not Mean Problem Free - My Tesla’s AC Compressor Failed, I’m On My Third Battery, My Lower Control Arm Detached From the Frame, My 12V Battery Died After 30 Months, I Need a New Wire Harness
By John Goreham on
EV advocates point to a simpler powertrain design with fewer moving parts and claim that EVs will require less maintenance and repairs. Great theory, but is it reality for actual EV owners?
A nighttime scene split in two: left shows parked cars under streetlights, right captures a person in a hooded sweatshirt leaning over, illuminated by headlights. The mood is mysterious and tense.
My Tesla Model 3 Finally Stopped a Nissan From Hogging a Free Public Charging Spot to Save for His EV
By Aram Krajekian on
Free EV charging may sound like a perk, but one Tesla Model 3 driver’s run-in with a Nissan proved it can also turn into a battle of strategy.
2025 Toyota Tacoma
I Just Found A Unicorn 2025 Toyota Tacoma 6-Speed Manual, I’ve Been Doing a Nationwide Search For Months, and As Soon As I Find One Someone Beat Me To It
By Denis Flierl on
Desperate for a 6-speed Toyota Tacoma, a buyer's nationwide search for the elusive truck leads him to a surprising discovery. Will he finally get his hands on the one that got away? Check out Collin's Tacoma story that many new truck buyers can relate to.
2026 Tesla Model Y Juniper in white, front three-quarter view driving on desert road with mountains in the background.
My Tesla Model Y's Windshield Was Shattered By A Baseball And Now State Farm Refuses To Cover The Full Cost Of OEM Replacement, Forcing Me To Pay Out-Of-Pocket
By Noah Washington on
He wanted OEM glass for his Tesla Model Y after a baseball shattered his windshield, but State Farm is refusing to cover the full cost, forcing him into a battle over parts quality.
White 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV front three-quarter view parked on rooftop with modern office buildings in the background.
My 2024 Chevy Equinox EV Has Had Heating Failure, AC Breakdown, Random Emergency Braking, And Peeling Interior After Just 10 Months Of Ownership
By Noah Washington on
After only 10 months of ownership, this owner's 2024 Chevy Equinox EV has had both its heat and AC fail, plus a terrifying list of other issues, from random emergency braking to peeling trim.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
My Cybertruck’s Glass Roof Mysteriously Cracked, and Now Tesla Says It’s Not Their Glass and They Aren’t Responsible For Covering It
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner's glass roof mysteriously cracks while they're away. Is it a defect, or is it the tempered glass? With Tesla denying responsibility, owners are looking for answers. Here is what all Cybertruck owners need to know. 
A futuristic looking silver Tesla cybertruck speeds along a rugged, rocky path with green moss and towering cliffs, emitting dust and conveying a sense of power and adventure.
I Couldn’t Decide Between My Ram 1500 or Tesla Cybertruck to Tow My Boat, But After Putting the Cybertruck to the Test, I’d Feel Comfortable Selling My Ram
By Aram Krajekian on
It’s one thing for Tesla to promise capability, but it’s remarkable when a Cybertruck convinces a Ram 1500 owner that their truck may no longer be needed. Here’s why that trip changed everything on and off the road.
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