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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 of Tesla retail sales location by John Goreham

Study: Tesla Model 3 Is Vehicle With Biggest Used Car Price Drop

By John Goreham on January 18, 2023 - 8:56AM

Used car prices have finally started to drop. Interestingly, the Tesla Model 3 leads with the biggest drop.

Cybertruck Is Ready, But the Most Important Thing Is Missing

By Armen Hareyan on January 18, 2023 - 8:46AM

In the past few days the big story about the Cybertruck has been the revelations of Tesla Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen about the new features that haven’t been announced yet and that the final design is ready. However, in my opinion, there is a bigger and much more important thing that we need to know.

The Hot Subaru Crosstrek Wins Best Small SUV Retained Value Award Again

By Denis Flierl on January 18, 2023 - 7:28AM

The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek gets another retained value award from the CBB. Here is what it means for small SUV shoppers.

Here is Why Range Doesn't Matter In An EV

By Jeremy Johnson on January 17, 2023 - 10:28PM

We have a video that says range doesn't matter in an EV. Here's why.

Tesla and BYD Near Deal to Produce EVs in Indonesia With Minister Statement

By Jeremy Johnson on January 17, 2023 - 10:18PM

Tesla Got the Highest Level of Confirmation for a Deal for Electric Vehicles in Indonesia. BYD may also produce vehicles there as well.

Image of the front of a Lucid Air Pure painted Fathom Blue, a light silvery shade of blue. It wears the more efficient 19-inch wheels.

Lucid Air Pure Owner's Review: Intoxicating If Buggy

By James Walker on January 17, 2023 - 7:23PM

This Lucid Air Pure owner is extremely happy with his car despite some teething problems.

Tesla Covers Vehicles at Giga Texas - Are These Tesla's Generation 3 Vehicles?

By Jeremy Johnson on January 17, 2023 - 6:52PM

We see some covered vehicles at Giga Texas that appear smaller than all the other Tesla's. Are these Tesla's generation 3 vehicles?

Ford Bronco, Maverick Keep Winning Awards; This Time C/D’s ‘10Best Trucks, SUVs’

By Marc Stern on January 17, 2023 - 3:23PM

Ford's Bronco, which has garnered its share of attention, has added to its list of honors by being named Car and Driver's "10Best SUV." Meantime, the popular compact Maverick pickup was named the publication's "10Best Trucks."

Toyota’s Projection to Produce 10.6 million Cars This Year Could Mean New EV or PEV Vehicles

Toyota's Projected 10.6 Million Cars in 2023 Year Could Mean New EV and PHEV in Horizon

By Harutiun Hareyan on January 17, 2023 - 1:45PM

Toyota Recently projected an output of 10.6 million cars this year as they still suffer from chip shortages. What does this mean for the EV and PHEV vehicles?

Tesla China new insurance registrations and Elon Musk

Tesla China Sees 500% Rise in Insurance Registrations After Introducing Price Cuts

By Armen Hareyan on January 17, 2023 - 9:50AM

Tesla's price cut effect in China is extremely promising. Last week Tesla China’s weekly insurance registrations bounced back after price cuts, rising like 500 percent over the previous week.

Image of electrical inspector by John Goreham

5 Common Home EV Charger Installation Mistakes To Avoid

By John Goreham on January 17, 2023 - 9:24AM

New to the electric vehicle club? If you are about to install an electric vehicle charger, there are a few things you can do to avoid problems.

The Least Expensive Cars To Insure In 2023 - Subaru Has Two New SUVs In The Top 5

By Denis Flierl on January 17, 2023 - 8:55AM

How much does it cost to insure the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek and 2023 Forester? A new report says Crosstrek and Forester are among the top five least expensive new cars in 2023. Check out the latest information here.

More Than Half of American Drivers Excluded From EV Tax Incentive

By John Goreham on January 17, 2023 - 8:35AM

Ensuring that certain groups unfavorable to society don't get a break outweighs the environmental benefits of more people buying more electric vehicles.

By Denis Flierl on January 17, 2023 - 6:44AM

How do the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, and Forester sales compare with the top twenty new SUVs? Subaru's three vehicles made the twenty most popular list, and the Crosstrek barely missed the top ten best-selling new SUVs. Check out the rankings here.

Ford Is Developing New EV Platform For Its Next-Gen Cars

By Armen Hareyan on January 16, 2023 - 11:35PM

Tesla Quietly Downgrades Model Y Performance Brakes and Reportedly Puts Cover on Them

By Armen Hareyan on January 16, 2023 - 9:40PM

The Price War Between Tesla and BYD is Just Getting Started

By Jeremy Johnson on January 16, 2023 - 9:30PM

With Tesla's latest price cuts, BYD buyers in China are cancelling orders to buy a Tesla. The price war is on.

Tesla's Are Now Cheaper Than Toyota's - Why They Are Cheaper

By Jeremy Johnson on January 16, 2023 - 9:02PM

Tesla vehicles are drastically cheaper and now are cheaper than a Toyota. Here's why.

Quad Motor Cybertruck Will Be Less Than $80,000 - What the Actual Price Will Be

By Jeremy Johnson on January 16, 2023 - 8:42PM

With Tesla's recent price cuts, you can be assured that if these prices stay the way they are, that the Tesla Cybertruck will come down in price. Here's what we think it will be.

5-Year-Old SUVs recommended by CR Analysts

Most Fuel-Efficient Used Three-Row Midsized SUVs

By Timothy Boyer on January 16, 2023 - 8:20PM

Looking for a used SUV that will save you on fuel and money? Here’s the latest from Consumer Reports on three-row, 5-year-old SUVs with respectable fuel efficiency as a good alternative to buying a new SUV today.

Owners Answer How Accurate Build Date Estimate Is For 2023 Toyota Tundra

2023 Toyota Tundra: Delivery Times Have Shrunk Thanks to Toyota's Lesson Learned

By Harutiun Hareyan on January 16, 2023 - 6:24PM

Delivery times after the build date for 2023 Toyota Tundra seem to be pretty short compared to last year. Has Toyota learned their lesson?

Image showing a dark red Lucid Air parked in the company's flagship Beverly Hills Studio. The dark red of the car contrasts with the light wood around it in the Studio.

Illinois Auto Dealers Association Challenges Lucid's Direct-to-Consumer Car Sales Ruling

By James Walker on January 16, 2023 - 5:56PM

The Illinois Automobile Dealers Association is appealing a December 2022 ruling that gave Lucid the green light to sell cars direct to consumers.

Image of the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV by John Goreham

All-New 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC - Better In Every Possible Way

By John Goreham on January 16, 2023 - 5:55PM

We explain why the all-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle is an outstanding new offering for those looking for a green SUV.

Tesla Has Brought New Features to Cybertruck That Haven't Been Yet Announced

By Armen Hareyan on January 16, 2023 - 1:56PM

Tesla Cybertruck will have new and unannounced features about which we still don't know anything. They are not unveiled yet. There is a very big story about the Tesla Cybertruck in addition to the 9,000 ton Giga Press installation at Giga Texas, which prepared Cybertruck for production. And that story is that Tesla has brought features to Cybertruck that haven't been Yet announced.

Finicky wireless Charger gives free incentive for 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners To Purchase Aftermarket Assembly.

2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid: Finicky Wireless Charger Gives Incentive for Aftermarket Assembly Purchase

By Harutiun Hareyan on January 16, 2023 - 11:59AM

The 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners are turning to aftermarket Wireless Charging assembly after numerous complaints of it failing or not working at all.

Image of 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV by John Goreham

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV: The Ultimate Winter Vehicle Testing Results

By John Goreham on January 16, 2023 - 11:28AM

Yes, it is! Here is a long list of the reasons why the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander is a great winter vehicle along with our testing results.

Tesla Model Y in front of a Tesla store.

Tesla Quietly Unveils the Ultra-Affordable Model Y: 279 Miles of Range for Less!

By Armen Hareyan on January 16, 2023 - 10:14AM

Tesla has quietly started selling a cheaper Model Y with a 279-mile range and using the 4680 battery pack, but you won't find this variant of Tesla's electric SUV on the configurator yet. This is in addition to last Friday’s price cuts, which I have reported here.

The 2024 - 2026 New Subaru Model Preview And What You Should Wait For

By Denis Flierl on January 16, 2023 - 9:56AM

If you are waiting to buy a new car, here are the latest Subaru models for the next three years. See which next-generation vehicles you want to wait for before purchasing a new car this winter.

2023 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, 2023 Subaru Impreza

iSeeCars Best Cars Of 2023 - Two Unlikely Subaru Models Score First Place

By Denis Flierl on January 16, 2023 - 7:20AM

What are the best new cars for shoppers in 2023? A new iSeeCars report ranks the Crosstrek, Forester, Outback, and Impreza among the best new models. Here are the best new cars for 2023 and the two unlikely Subaru models that score first place.

Tesla Chief Designer Says New Model S/X Yoke Steering Wheel ‘Makes A Lot Of Sense For The Cybertruck’

By Tinsae Aregay on January 15, 2023 - 7:15PM

Tesla Chief Designer, Franz von Holzhausen, in an interview with Ryan McCaffrey of Ride the Lightning: Tesla Motor’s Unofficial Podcast says the new Model S & X yoke steering wheel "makes a lot of sense" for the Cybertruck.

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