Automotive News (Page 279)

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.

Image showing a front view of a Lucid Air Touring in silver.

Lucid Air Touring Review: A Great Luxury Sedan

By James Walker on March 15, 2023 - 11:57AM

Despite being $30,000 less expensive than the next car up in the Lucid Air range the Touring loses none of the magic.

Tesla Shows Off V4 Superchargers: 1,000 Volts, 1,000 MW Charging, and a Longer Cable

By Jeremy Johnson on March 15, 2023 - 11:26AM

Tesla's V4 Superchargers are shown in the Netherlands and they are larger than the V3 Superchargers with a longer cable, and faster charging.

New Study Says Subaru Is The Most Responsive To Customers In This One Key Area

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2023 - 7:30AM

How does Subaru interact with new car shoppers looking for a 2023 Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek shopping online? Subaru is among the best mainstream car brands. Check out where all automakers rank.

10 Best Compact SUVs For The Money - Aging Subaru Forester Peaks At The Right Time

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2023 - 6:37AM

Is the 2023 Subaru Forester one of the best compact SUVs you can buy for the money? U.S. News says it's one of the ten best. See why the aging Forester is a good pick this year.

Tesla Will Build 8 More Giga Factories: Each Will Get to 2 Million Vehicles Per Year

By Jeremy Johnson on March 14, 2023 - 6:28PM

Expect to see all of Tesla's giga factories reach a 2 million per year run rate - except one.

Even the Tesla Model 3 RWD Is a Cinema On Wheels

By Jeremy Johnson on March 14, 2023 - 6:13PM

The Tesla Model 3 RWD is Tesla's cheapest vehicle - and it has an amazing sound system.

Tesla Robotaxi Will Have Identical Front and Back

By Jeremy Johnson on March 14, 2023 - 5:52PM

Tesla will be building a robotaxi vehicle eventually. Here's why I think it will be symmetrical from front to back.

Ford Mustang Mach-E, Explorer Named IIHS Top Safety Pick Winners

By Marc Stern on March 14, 2023 - 5:04PM

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) issues safety ratings of current models sold in the U.S. The top ratings are a Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick Plus. Ford's Mustang Mach-E and Explorer earned Top Safety Pick ratings.

Most New Midsize SUVs Fail In Rear Passenger Safety - The Subaru Ascent Excels

By Denis Flierl on March 14, 2023 - 8:33AM

Here are the best and worst midsize SUVs in rear passenger safety. Check out the latest scores from the IIHS and see where the 2023 Subaru Ascent ranks.

Consumer Reports 10 Most Popular Cars And Why You Want These 3 Subaru SUVs

By Denis Flierl on March 14, 2023 - 7:02AM

Here are ten vehicles that are the most popular car model pages on Consumer Reports webpage. They are the vehicles that are the most searched by people coming to their site. See why three Subaru models are popular with new SUV shoppers this year.

Tesla Model S Plaid Can Now Go 217 MPH With New Hardware and Software Unlocks

By Jeremy Johnson on March 13, 2023 - 3:03PM

There are reports of the Tesla Model S Plaid now being able to go more than 200 mph. This is the result of a software upgrade and the addition of carbon ceramic brakes.

Tesla Fremont Factory Is Still Upgrading: What Upgrades Are Being Done

By Jeremy Johnson on March 13, 2023 - 2:48PM

Tesla Fremont is Tesla's first production factory, and it is still being upgraded and refined. Here are some of the improvements that are being done.

Tesla Safety Shows Autopilot's Astounding Safety

By Jeremy Johnson on March 13, 2023 - 2:31PM

Tesla has released a safety report and it shows that using Autopilot is orders of magnitude safer than not using it.

2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel side view image by John Goreham

2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel - What Makes It Special?

By John Goreham on March 13, 2023 - 11:35AM

We run down the list of special equipment that makes the 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel stand out in the crowd.

Image of 2023 Mazda CX-50 by John Goreham

2023 Mazda CX-5 and CX-50 Finish on Podium In Car and Driver Rankings

By John Goreham on March 13, 2023 - 9:15AM

In Car and Driver’s latest ranking of compact SUVs, the 2023 CX-5 and the CX-50 both earn a very high spot.

2023 Subaru model availability and affordability

Subaru Affordability, Availability, And Other Top Things Customers Should Know

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2023 - 8:51AM

According to a new report from Kelly Blue Book, the Subaru brand gets more affordable. Check out the affordability and availability of Crosstrek, Outback, Forester, and other new Subaru models.

Lexus Introduces New 2023 All-Electric RZ 450e - The Range Is What!?

By John Goreham on March 13, 2023 - 8:26AM

Lexus has just released the new 2023 RZ 450e specifications, and we are very surprised by the EPA-estimated range numbers.

Subaru Has One Top 10, Adds A New SUV To The 20 Most Researched Models

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2023 - 7:19AM

Where do the 2023 Subaru Forester, 2023 Outback, and 2023 Crosstrek land in Edmunds' most researched cars list? They all disappear from the top ten except one surprise model, two SUVs make the top twenty, and a new Subaru SUV makes the list for the first time.

Why Tesla Should Make a Single Passenger EV: The Race for a Mass Market EV

By Jeremy Johnson on March 12, 2023 - 3:54PM

According to Elon Musk, most car rides are single passenger rides. If this is true, why isn't Tesla making a single passenger EV?

Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail tires in snow image by John Goreham

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail Long-Term Review Conclusion - MPG Surprise

By John Goreham on March 12, 2023 - 1:03PM

We update our ongoing long-term test of the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail tires and find an interesting change in our fuel efficiency. Here are our one-year impressions of this impressive tire.

Tesla Prices Dramatically Higher Than Industry Average Transaction Prices

By John Goreham on March 12, 2023 - 10:40AM

Despite the Tesla advocacy media’s claim to the opposite, Tesla’s average transaction prices are much higher than the overall auto industry average transaction price, and Tesla’s Model 3 is dramatically higher in entry price than average midsize sedans. Tesla’s average transaction price is also higher than the average transaction price for electric vehicles overall.

How Subaru Attracts Generation-Z Customers Now Using The Butterfly Effect

By Denis Flierl on March 12, 2023 - 8:12AM

Customers ages 18 to 24 are attracted to Subaru more than many other car brands. So what is Subaru of America doing right with Generation Z customers?

10 Best Mainstream Car Brands In Customer Service - See Where Subaru Ranks Now

By Denis Flierl on March 12, 2023 - 6:27AM

Which car brands offer the best service department quality? Check out the ten best mainstream automakers and where Subaru ranks this year.

Elon Musk Receives A $1.7M Reward From Tesla For Participating In New Patent Applications

By Tinsae Aregay on March 11, 2023 - 3:29PM

Elon Musk has received a $1.7 million award from Tesla as part of a company-wide patent incentive program. Tesla awarded this prize to Musk in a form of an option to buy 10,500 Tesla shares at an average price of $4.73.

Tesla PowerWall Now Available Separately: Easy Backup Power and Lower Electricity Cost

By Jeremy Johnson on March 11, 2023 - 12:26PM

Tesla's PowerWall is now available as a single purchase and doesn't require solar roof. This is a big deal - here's why.

Teaser image of the Alpine A110 GT4 Evo that will take on Pikes Peak later this year. The image shows the outline of a large rear wing and rear fin like those found on WEC prototypes.

Alpine A110 GT4 Evo Will Take On Pikes Peak

By James Walker on March 11, 2023 - 11:18AM

French entry will blend the best of its GT4 and A110 rally cars to take on the 156-turn mountain climb.

Image of a white Lucid Air driving in the sunshine on a mountain road.

Lucid's New Oscars Ad: "Experience The Best"

By James Walker on March 11, 2023 - 9:40AM

Lucid's new TV spot makes some pretty bold claims. Let's see how they stand up to scrutiny.

The Top 10 Cars In Resale Value - Crosstrek Is Now Subaru’s Best

By Denis Flierl on March 11, 2023 - 8:50AM

How does the Subaru Crosstrek compare with all other vehicles in retaining its value? The Crosstrek picks up an individual segment award from Kelley Blue Book and is also a top ten winner.

Subaru’s First EV Gets Top Marks In New IIHS Side Impact Crash Test

By Denis Flierl on March 11, 2023 - 6:55AM

Is the 2023 Subaru Solterra a safe vehicle for EV shoppers? The IIHS announced the Solterra EV gets the highest new side crash test scores.

Expect to Pay More Than Your Purchase Price on Used Luxury Car

The Biggest Money Pit Car Ever Made

By Timothy Boyer on March 10, 2023 - 8:59PM

Listen to all of the reasons according to this popular mechanic on why this make of car is the biggest money pit ever made; but if you just have to have one, he includes a review of one exceptional used model and what it cost the owner to have it repaired.

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