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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.

Ford Mustang Lineup for 2024
Reports of the Demise Of The ICE Mustang Are Exaggerated, For Now, At Least
By Marc Stern on
Just released, the 7th Gen Mustang S650 will be around for four more years.
Cybertruck Foundation Series Cybertruck's Cost $120,000: Only 1,000 Will Ever Be Made
Cybertruck Foundation Series Reservation Holder Reveals Cost Of $120,000: Only 1,000 Will Ever Be Made
By Jeremy Johnson on
We just got news that someone paid $120,000 for their Foundation series Cybertruck. This is $20,000 more than the highest end Cyberbeast. Only 1,000 of these are ever going to be made and they come with some special features.
2024 Chevrolet Colorado
2024 Chevrolet Colorado Celebrates Huge Honor
By Mary Conway on
There are only a few major awards that make a difference in vehicle sales. This is one of them.
Tesla's Giga Shanghai Will Expand In Phase 3 Construction To Product Compact Car For $25,000 and Energy Storage Locally
Tesla's Giga Shanghai Will Expand In Phase 3 Construction To Produce Compact Car For $25,000 and Energy Storage Locally
By Jeremy Johnson on
Word is out that Giga Shanghai is going to expand in order to produce the compact car, or $25,000 for Tesla. This expansion will also allow for Tesla to produce energy storage products locally.
Tesla Cybertruck
Elon Musk Pushes “Material Cybertruck Production Ramp” to 2025, Admits it’ll be “Such a Small Percentage of Tesla Vehicles in 2024”
By Tinsae Aregay on
In a new interview, Elon Musk has admitted that the Cybertruck production ramp will go slower than otherwise hoped. Musk said, “Cybertruck will not be material to Tesla’s financials in 2024.” Musk pushed Cybertruck volume production to 2025.
2024 Subaru BRZ
Car and Driver Says Subaru BRZ Coupe Is “Engineered To Delight”
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru BRZ picked up another award. Check out what Car and Driver says about the hot new sport coupe. Is the BRZ the best sports car for you?
2024 Subaru Outback
20 Top Snow Driving Tips For Subaru Owners
By Denis Flierl on
Here are twenty of the top snow-driving tips to help keep Subaru owners safe this winter. Go down the list and see if you are doing them.
Recommended Tires for All Seasons and Roads
Consumer Reports Best Car Tires of 2023 Update
By Timothy Boyer on
Discover the best tires Consumer Reports analysts say are stand outs for performance, safety, and treadwear reliability that shine for all seasons and road conditions in this recent update.
Tesla $25,000 Vehicle (robotaxi)
Elon Musk Confirms Tesla is Close to Producing $25,000 Next-Gen Car at Giga Texas, Teases “Technology That’s Far in Advance”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk confirmed next-gen $25,000 vehicle production has moved from Giga Mexico to Giga Texas. Musk added Tesla is close to starting production of this car and teased “technology far in advance of anything in the automotive world.”
2024 SUV Hybrid Model Recommendations
Consumer Reports Best Hybrid SUVs That Cost $35,000 to $45,000
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is what Consumer Reports analysts have to say about which Hybrid SUVs are the proven best within a price range of $35,000 to $45,000 right now!
Image of Cybertruck courtesy of Tesla, Inc.
Tesla Cybertruck Cost of Ownership Questions- Repairs, Insurance, Tires
By John Goreham on
We examine three fuzzy areas of the cost of ownership of a Tesla Cybertruck and make some predictions.
Image of 2023 BMW Z4 by John Goreham
5 Highlights of the 2023 BMW Z4 sDrive30i 
By John Goreham on
We had a chance to experience the 2023 BMW Z4 and came away with five strong impressions.
Image of CX-30 courtesy of IIHS
2024 Mazda3 and CX-30 Earn Highest Possible Safety Rating From IIHS
By John Goreham on
Mazda’s smallest sedan and hatchback plus its smallest crossover all earn the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety’s highest possible score following updated testing. 
Recently Discontinued SUV Warning
The Used SUV You Really Do Not Want to Buy Today
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s a recent warning about one discontinued SUV that is under investigation for repeated engine failure complaints while driving on the highway.
Danger Ahead for Tesla Insurance: Faulty Forward Collison Warnings Inflate Premiums, Triggering Class-Action Lawsuit
Danger Ahead for Tesla Insurance: Faulty Forward Collison Warnings Inflate Premiums, Triggering Class-Action Lawsuit
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla insurance is under scrutiny as of late and the reason is its faulty forward collision warnings. These are reducing safety scores, inflating insurance premiums, and have triggered a class-action lawsuit.
Image of 1997 RAV4 EV courtesy of Toyota
The Modern Age of EVs In America Enters Its 27th Year - Some Notable Milestones
By John Goreham on
As the modern age of electric vehicles grows close to completing three decades, we look back on some milestones in the industry and in our testing.
Image of NEMA 14-50 EV charging receptacle by John Goreham
Why You Should Install Your EV Charging Socket “Upside Down”
By John Goreham on
Are you about to install a new EV charger setup? We have some advice for you, and an explanation as to why you should hard-wire it or install the plug “upside down.”
Tesla Cybertruck, Toyota Prius
A Tesla Cybertruck Spotted Off-Roading Carrying a Toyota Prius on the Truck Bed Ahead of Automatic Emergency Braking Test
By Tinsae Aregay on
A new video shows a Tesla Cybertruck carrying a Toyota Prius on the truck bed while off-roading. Further inspection of the video reveals that the Cybertruck is preparing for an automatic emergency braking test.
2024 Subaru Outback
Subaru Outback Takes A Back Seat To Forester And Crosstrek
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru Outback is still the number one selling model for Subaru of America, but it's losing ground. Outback takes a back seat to Forester and Crosstrek. Check out the recent results.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek
The 5 Most Reliable Car Brands - Subaru Misses Out At 6th Best
By Denis Flierl on
What are the most reliable car brands for 2024? Consumer reports says Subaru misses the top five and is the sixth best now. Check the new ranking here.
GM Defense HD SUV
GM Defense's New HD SUV Looks Like a Chevy Suburban but it is Really More Like a Truck
By Mary Conway on
GM Defense won a $300 million dollar contract to build agile, armor-plated vehicles. We look at how the vehicle will be built to withstand dangerous situations.
Reliable 2024 Midsized SUV Models
Consumer Reports Most Reliable New Midsized SUVs You Can Buy Right Now
By Timothy Boyer on
According to Consumer Reports surveys, these two- and three-row midsized SUV models are the ones most reliable for shoppers looking to keep their SUV for the long haul…both figuratively and literally.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck Camping
Toyota Prius vs. Tesla Cybertruck: Revolutionizing the Electric Vehicle Landscape
By Peter Neilson on
Explore the evolution of eco-friendly driving from the pioneering Toyota Prius to the futuristic Tesla Cybertruck. Witness how they're reshaping the automotive world.
The Dodge Ram Worth $10,000 of Improvements
The Used Truck Worth Investing $10,000 Into
By Timothy Boyer on
Does it ever make sense to sink as much as $10,000 into a 27-year-old old truck over buying a brand new one at seven times the cost? It does…IF it’s the right used truck.
Tesla Cybertruck 4-Wheel Steering-By-Wire Compared To Wiggling Cat In Purrfect Comparison
Tesla Cybertruck 4-Wheel Steering-By-Wire Compared To Wiggling Cat In Purrfect Comparison
By Jeremy Johnson on
The Tesla Cybertruck has dynamic 4-wheel steering-by-wire, and this was recently compared to a wiggling cat. The comparison is actually very accurate.
Tesla Cybertruck glass
A New Video Shows Tesla’s Top Executive Team Thoroughly Testing The Cybertruck’s “Shatter Resistant” Glass Outside the Delivery Event
By Tinsae Aregay on
At the Cybertruck delivery event, Tesla showed off the Cybertruck’s durability rather disappointingly by softly lobbing a baseball at the glass. However, a new video shows Tesla’s top executive team thoroughly testing the Cybertruck glass.
Tesla Lease and Finance Deals December 2023
Best Tesla Lease and Financing Deals for December 2023 Reports Carfax
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s the latest on Tesla special lease and financing deals for this month reported today by Carfax and the caveats you will want to pay attention to before signing a deal.
Tesla Vehicles Look So Tiny Compared To Huge Transport Ship As Long Line of Tesla Vehicles Prepare to Be Exported From Giga Shanghai:
Tesla Vehicles Look So Tiny Compared To Huge Transport Ship As Long Line of Tesla Vehicles Prepare to Be Exported From Giga Shanghai
By Jeremy Johnson on
A flyover drone shows how Tesla exports their vehicles from Giga Shanghai. There are endless lines of Tesla vehicles that look tiny compared to a giant boat that they get on to sail to their destination.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek
It’s Another Best-Ever For The All-New Subaru Crosstrek
By Denis Flierl on
The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek just arrived, and it's already selling at the top of its class. See what the remodeled Crosstrek achieved last month.
2024 Subaru WRX
2024 Subaru WRX Gets A Big Win From Consumer Reports
By Denis Flierl on
Is the Subaru WRX a reliable performance sports car? Consumer Reports says yes. It's now a recommended sports car for its improved reliability. See how it compares with other sports cars.
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