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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.

2023 Toyota Tundra
Toyota Tundra Recall Warning - Louisiana Owner Reports Catastrophic Overheating 24 Hours After New Engine Replacement
By Denis Flierl on
Louisiana 2023 Toyota Tundra owner Janice Brown Harvey reports her "recall fix" failed within 24 hours. After a full engine replacement, the truck overheated before reaching home. Is Toyota's V35A twin-turbo remedy failing? Read the full owner report.
Tesla Cybertruck
PCS Failure Crisis Overwhelms Tesla Cybertruck Service, Causing Part Shortages and Weeks-Long Wait. Tesla Is Now Offering Free Supercharging For Owners Unable To Charge Their Cybertrucks At Home
By Tinsae Aregay on
A widespread power conversion system(PCS) failure that prevents Cybertrucks from charging at home is overwhelming Tesla Service. The EV maker is now offering free supercharging to all affected trucks until enough parts become available to fix the problem.
2026 Honda CR-V EX-L
2026 Honda CR-V Road Noise: Why This 2015 Owner Aborted a 'Perfect' EX-L Purchase After a 10-Mile Test Drive
By Denis Flierl on
Annapolis Honda owner Steve Agriesti was ready to trade his 2015 CR-V for the 2026 EX-L, until the road noise became a "deal killer." Despite "super comfortable" seating, this real-world test drive reveals why the new CR-V may fail the "quiet" test.
New Hyundai Ioniq, which is Lemon and left in a carlot.
Kia Niro Owner Says His Lease Ends in May, But He Wants To Buy a Lemon Ioniq 5 With Less Than 10,000 Miles
By Armen Hareyan on
A Kia Niro EV owner's lease expires in May, and he now targets a lemon-titled 2024 Ioniq 5 with under 10,000 miles for less than $25,000, sparking a sharp debate among owners about whether that ICCU buyback title is a bargain or a trap.
Tesla owners whose cars have more than 200,000 miles driven
Tesla Owners With 200,000 Miles Tell About Their Charging Habits and Battery Condition
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla owners with 200,000 to 554,000 miles reveal the charging habits that kept their original batteries alive, and one critical threshold regarding the 10% charging that destroys packs when crossed.
Red Volkswagen ID.4 driving on a mountain road, shown from the front three-quarter angle.
VW CEO Called the ID.4 "Not a True Volkswagen" Owners Who Paid $50K Have Questions
By Noah Washington on
2023 VW ID.4 ProS owners who paid $50,000 woke up to their own CEO disowning their cars. With 63% depreciation in three years and the nameplate being erased, the Reddit thread reveals what 1 million ID owners are really worried about.
White 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning parked in a snowy landscape at sunset, shown from the front three-quarter angle.
F-150 Lightning Solar Tonneau Cover Delivers 350 Watts After One Month: $8 a Month in Electricity
By Noah Washington on
One-month real-world test: Worksport Solis solar tonneau cover delivers 350W on Ford F-150 Lightning, charges the COR battery in 4 hours. Is the $3,250 setup worth it?
Black 2027 Chevrolet Corvette GSX parked at a mountain overlook, shown from the front three-quarter angle.
This 2023 C8 Z06 "Beats" a Huracán Cold Start but the Targa Top Goes Unused
By Noah Washington on
2023 C8 Z06 Ontario-based owner review at 1,242 miles: The LT6 flat-plane crank exhaust outshines a Lamborghini Huracán cold-start, the targa top is a gimmick, trunk heat is real, and the HTC convertible is the smarter buy.
2026 Ram 1500 America 250
Stellantis Plans to Keep Chrysler and Dodge Brands but Will Focus on Ram and Jeep Because Those Brands are More Successful and Profitable
By Mary Conway on
The new CEO of Stellantis refused to shut down the ailing brands, believing they can still be successful in their regions.
Rivian L2 EV Chargers at Yosemite
Attorney Says Trying To Charge His EV at Yosemite at a Rivian L2 Chargers Showed Him What's Wrong With How We're Building EV Charging Infrastructure
By Armen Hareyan on
A New York attorney's failed charging attempt at Yosemite Rivian L2 Charger put a spotlight on a problem that EV drivers across the country already know too well. The technology that finally worked was not smarter. It was simpler.
2024 Toyota Prius XLE AWD
2024 Toyota Prius AWD Real-World MPG Crisis: Owner Reports Only 42 MPG Despite 50 MPG Rating - Is Rust Proofing To Blame?
By Denis Flierl on
Why is a 2024 Toyota Prius AWD getting only 42 MPG? A Wisconsin owner reports a major efficiency gap versus the 50 MPG rating. We investigate how highway speeds and rust proofing weight impact 5th Gen Prius MPG in the Midwest.
A white Ford Maverick is parked in a forested area, towing a small teardrop camper with "APPLACHIAN" printed on its side. The scene is calm and outdoorsy.
After Owning 40 Vehicles Since 1974, This Driver Says The 2025 Ford Maverick Is His "Favorite Ride" for Its Practicality and Everyday Use
By Aram Krajekian on
A retired driver with 40 vehicles under his belt says his 2025 Ford Maverick became his favorite, replacing his Explorer and proving that a smaller, simpler truck can truly do it all.
Car dashboard display showing a battery at 34% charge with a red warning bar. Text reads: "Unable to Charge, Service charging system." Odometer at 5,097 miles, range 105 miles.
2025 Honda Prologue Owner Questions Lease Decision After Charging Failure at Just 5,000 Miles and Dealer Delays
By Aram Krajekian on
What started as an easy decision turned into second thoughts when a nearly new 2025 Honda Prologue began acting up, and the dealership’s explanation only made things worse.
Ry's Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 is parked in a showroom with a gray tiled floor. Blue cones are placed in front. A white SUV is visible in the background.
Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 Requires Extensive Repairs Before 40K Miles, Pushing Owner Toward Lexus GX 460 for Peace of Mind
By Aram Krajekian on
After major repairs like a cylinder head replacement and ongoing oil concerns, one Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 owner is questioning luxury reliability and considering switching to a Lexus GX 460.
White Tesla Model Y driving in a rural area
Kia EV6 Owners Tell "The Next Best Thing" They Are Considering After Turning In Their Leases And Not Getting Another EV6
By Armen Hareyan on
Kia EV6 lessees are splitting as leases expire, with some moving to Tesla FSD and certified-used Lucid EVs at half sticker price, while others are staying inside the Kia and Hyundai family by moving up to the EV9, Ioniq 6N, and the incoming EV3.
2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane
5-Time Ram 1500 Owner Quits HIs 2025 Hurricane Because at 11,000 Miles His Car Had 3 Electrical Failures
By Denis Flierl on
A Florida owner’s 2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane has suffered 3 major electrical breakdowns in just 11,000 miles. With no parts available and no repair timeline from Stellantis, the 5-time loyalist says she’s done. Is the 6th Gen Ram’s reliability at risk?
2019 Toyota Highlander at a Dealership's Service Center
Dealership Says The 2019 Toyota Highlander's Alternator Is Failing, But The Owner Has No Issues, Except "It Kinda Jumps Shifting Into Gear"
By Armen Hareyan on
A 2019 Toyota Highlander owner catches a faint whine and occasional rough shifting at 77,000 miles, and her dealer immediately recommends an alternator replacement, a transmission flush, and two new control arms, but a second mechanic finds nothing wrong.
A pair of Chevrolet Bolt advertisements are shown
GM Is Quietly Spending Millions to Advertise EVs, and Most People Don't Know It
By John Goreham on
One constant refrain in our comments is that the reason this or that GM battery-electric vehicle isn’t doing as well as it should is that GM won’t advertise it. We found out what is really going on.
2026 Toyota RAV4 XSE and the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid
The Buyer Is Torn Between The 2026 RAV4 XSE and CR-V Hybrid, But Owners Point To The Critical Factor of the $7,496 Premium
By Armen Hareyan on
Daniel is torn between the 2026 Toyota RAV4 XSE and the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid, but the owners are zeroing in on the resale value, hybrid system trust, and whether that extra $7,496 actually pays off long-term.
Red GMC Sierra 1500 pickup truck parked in a forest clearing surrounded by tall trees.
GM Responds to 6.2-Liter V8 Recall Doubts by Backing the Fix and 10-Year Coverage
By Noah Washington on
In a direct response to Torque News, GM said it has not changed the 6.2-liter V8 recall remedy and is telling affected owners to get the repair done under the current 10-year or 150,000-mile coverage plan.
2019 Chevrolet Silverado
Chevy Owner Prepared to Trade $28,000 Silverado for 20-Year-Old Tahoe After 8-Speed Transmission “Shudder"
By Denis Flierl on
After a $28,000 CarMax offer and "shuddering" 8-speed gears, a Florida owner is ready to ditch his 2019 Chevy Silverado for his 2004 Tahoe. As dealership "learning" excuses wear thin, is the 20-year-old GMT800 platform actually the smarter investment?
The New Blue Chips: Why the Ioniq 5 and Rivian R1T Hold Their Value
Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Rivian R1T Are Defying The EV Depreciation Myth Shifting The Electric Resale
By Rob Enderle on
Forget the myth that all EVs tank in value. Data shows the Rivian R1T and Hyundai Ioniq 5 are defying gravity, rivaling gas-powered legends in resale performance and long-term equity.
Challenger from the East: A BYD Seal charges past a historic European landmark at dusk, its modern form a stark contrast to the architecture, symbolizing the shifting tides of automotive dominance.
BYD Is Redrawing the Global Map Overtaking Tesla in 22 Global Markets
By Rob Enderle on
As BYD overtakes Tesla in 22 global markets, European automakers are in "emergency" mode. Here is how a battery company transformed into a dominant automotive juggernaut, threatening the legacy status quo.
Close-up of scratches and paint damage on the front grille and hood edge of a Mazda SUV.
Dealership Scratched a 2-Week-Old CX-90 Down to the Metal, Manager Wrote "Small Ding"
By Noah Washington on
A Mazda CX-90 Turbo S owner took their 2-week-old SUV to a dealership for a detail. The vehicle came back with damage down to the metal, and the service invoice called it a "small ding."
Sunset on the Empire: The California EV Changing of the Guard
Tesla’s Luxury Erosion and the Hybrid Resurgence Signal a Critical Need for a Brand Rebirth
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla’s dominance in California is crumbling as registrations crater. Explore why the EV pioneer is losing its luxury luster to hybrids and rivals, and the radical brand reboot required for 2030 survival.
The future is lightfield
Kia’s Collaboration with Distance Technologies Could Finally Kill the Dashboard
By Rob Enderle on
Kia and Distance Technologies have unveiled a panoramic lightfield HUD in the Meta Turismo concept, promising a glasses-free XR future that merges digital intelligence with the physical road ahead.
2026 Ford F-150 2.7L and 3.5L
Ford’s 2.7L "Diesel-Spec" CGI Block Named Most Reliable 2026 F-150 Choice for Non-Towers; 10-Speed Transmission Software Still Mimics "Highway Clunks”
By Denis Flierl on
Buying a 2026 F-150? While the 3.5L gets the glory, the 2.7L’s "Diesel-Spec" CGI block is the secret to 300k-mile reliability for non-towers. We address that 10-speed highway "clunk" and why Nathan’s test drive experience is a known software quirk.
2027 Kia Telluride
Here's Why The New Kia Telluride Hybrid Consistently Ranks First
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Kia Telluride Hybrid is one of the newest SUV models on the market, but its reputable publications are already ranking it on top. Here’s why.
2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV RS
Chevrolet Beats Tesla Model Y on Range and Value With the 2026 Equinox EV RS, But The Interior Might Be Its Biggest Selling Point
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV RS starts at $44,200, matches the Tesla Model Y on range, and delivers the most normal EV yet.
2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige AWD Review
Kia Challenges the RAV4 and Forester With the 2026 Sportage X-Pro Prestige AWD, and Delivers Legroom, Terrain Modes and Warranty
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige AWD packs rear legroom that rivals midsize SUVs like the RAV4 and Forester, four dedicated terrain modes, and a 10-year powertrain warranty into a compact SUV that starts under $40,000.
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