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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.

Kia EV6 electric crossover driving along a scenic rural highway under dramatic cloudy skies.
2026 Kia EV6 Owner Warns of "Melting" Charging Ports After Coolant Leak Causes Electrical Short
By Noah Washington on
A 'thermal incident' involving the newly facelifted Kia EV6 has revealed a potentially dangerous flaw: a coolant leak directly into the high-voltage charging plug. The owner reports the assembly began smoking during a routine charge.
Rivian R1S electric SUV driving through a modern city street with glass skyscrapers and urban traffic.
25,000-Mile Rivian R1S Tire Test Shows Hankook iON HT Outperforming OEM Pirelli Scorpions by $1,000 in Savings
By Noah Washington on
Faced with a $1,800 quote for OEM Pirelli tires, one Rivian R1S owner discovered the Hankook iON EVO HT for just $950 a set. After 25,000 miles, this EV-specific alternative offers identical range and lower road noise for half the cost.
2026 Chevy Silverado 2.7L TurboMax & 5.3L V8
2026 Chevy Silverado Owner Found the 2.7L TurboMax “Artificial” After Comparing Its Specs With His 5.3L V8 and Realizing the Smaller Engine Actually Makes More Torque
By Denis Flierl on
After a crash forced one Silverado owner to compare engines, he discovered something unexpected: GM’s 2.7L TurboMax four-cylinder actually produces more torque than the traditional 5.3L V8 in his truck.
Toyota testing its 2027 WRC car, and finally gives insight to the GR Celica design
2028 Toyota Celica Leaked And It Looks Awesome
By Dimitar Angelov on
The new Toyota GR Celica is shaping up to be an epic homologation special, reminiscent of the 1990s Celica GT-Four.
Two hybrids, both reliable, one more affordable, the other, more sophisticated
I Drove a Used Toyota Prius and Honda Insight Back-to-Back and One Felt Like a Mature Hybrid While the Other Still Felt Like an Experiment
By Dimitar Angelov on
The two humble hybrids, used Toyota Prius and Honda Insight, have a lot of fight left in them, even after more than 15 years on the road, and here’s what I think of them.
Darcey Brooten's 2024 Honda CR-V
This 2024 Honda CR-V Owner’s 25K Service Just Morphed Into a $1,385 Nightmare, And Your Defense Is Knowing Honda’s Actual Requirements
By Denis Flierl on
I’ll dissect why this $1,385 Honda CR-V 25k service estimate in Arkansas raises red flags and which specific shop recommendations owners must decline.
Local Shop Owner Says a Honda Accord's Instrument Cluster Repair Would Have Been Cheaper in The Dealership
Local Shop Owner Says a Honda Accord's Instrument Cluster Repair Would Have Been Cheaper in The Dealership
By Armen Hareyan on
A local shop owner reveals the unexpected costs a Honda Accord owner faced by skipping the dealership and bringing his car to a local mechanical shop with a damaged catalytic converter and a destroyed instrument cluster.
The $9 Billion Phantom And Why the AI-Generated Toyota to Canada Hoax Went Viral and What the Real Future of Automotive Investment Looks Like Under New Trade Policies
The $9 Billion Phantom And Why the AI-Generated "Toyota to Canada" Hoax Went Viral and What the Real Future of Automotive Investment Looks Like Under New Trade Policies
By Rob Enderle on
An unexpected nine billion dollar Toyota Canada relocation story went viral and even fooled AI systems, but the truth behind it reveals how easily automotive investment news can be manipulated and why that should concern every car buyer.
The Phantom Depreciation Play And Deconstructing the Viral Free EV Influencer Hack and the Reality of Corporate Car Ownership
A “Free EV” Promise Turned Into a Phantom Depreciation Trap and What Most Influencers Won’t Tell You About Business Owned Electric Cars
By Rob Enderle on
Is the "Free EV" hack a financial miracle or a tax trap? We deconstruct influencer Rohit’s viral strategy, analyze expert warnings, and reveal the real way to save thousands.
4 Things That Make The Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid Worth The Price
4 Things That Make The Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid Worth The Price
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Toyota Prius seems to be overshadowed by the Corolla line, but the Plug-in hybrid model makes a strong case for itself.
Chicago and Philadelphia Airport Bus Company The Landline Is Now Offering Airline-Style Starlink Integration on a Bus
Chicago and Philadelphia Airport Bus Company Is Now Offering Airline-Style Integration on a Bus
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected shift is happening in Chicago and Philadelphia where an airport bus is quietly turning into an airline style experience with Starlink internet, and it may change how you think about driving and parking for your next flight.
Brandon Richardson's 2026 RAM & Toyota Tacoma
A Toyota Owner Just Abandoned His Bulletproof Tacoma For the Ultimate Upgrade - A 2026 Ram 1500 eTorque - Prioritizing Cabin Comfort
By Denis Flierl on
Six-time Ram owner just abandoned his bulletproof Toyota Tacoma for the ultimate upgrade. After years of rugged TRD utility, he’s prioritizing premium cabin refinement. See why this veteran hauler chose Mopar’s latest eTorque.
Dealer Wants $1,500 To Replace My 2023 Toyota Tacoma's Rear Passenger Wheel Bearing For 5 Hours of Work
Dealer Wants $1,500 To Replace My 2023 Toyota Tacoma's Rear Passenger Wheel Bearing For 5 Hours of Work
By Armen Hareyan on
The unexpected $1500 quote to replace a single wheel bearing on a 2023 Toyota Tacoma has owners debating dealer trust local shops and DIY fixes.
Ford Raptor R and Tesla Cybertruck
When a Ford Raptor Meets The Cybertruck, One Texas Owner Discovers Why “Peak Performance” Feels Like a Relic After Only 8K Miles In a Dual-Motor Rival
By Denis Flierl on
When a 700-HP supercharged Ford Raptor V8 meets the electric Tesla Cybertruck in Texas, the result isn’t what you’d expect. Is the essence of the ICE engine enough to stay?
Connor Mac's 2023 Toyota Tacoma oil pan
2023 Toyota Tacoma 3.5L Oil Pan Repair: The $1,500 Pan Replacement That Owners Can Avoid
By Denis Flierl on
This 2023 Toyota Tacoma owner learned the hard way that 'expert' service can create more problems. If you trust the dealer with your new truck, you're playing Russian Roulette. Check out the service bay blunder that could cost you. Don't be next. 
2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, two of them, blue and red, parked in front of house
Chevy Bolt Owner Who “Used to Despise EVs” Now Praises His 2021 Model, Saving $40 on Fuel in February and Planning to Fund a Level 2 Charger with Savings
By Noah Washington on
From despising electric cars to funding a home charger with pure savings, one 2021 Chevy Bolt owner’s 50-mile daily commute has become a financial game-changer.
Used Tesla Model Y Purchase Reveals Night and Day Difference for Buyer Tired of Dealership Markups and “As-Is” Sales, Owner Vows “I'll Never Work With a Dealership Again,”
Used Tesla Model Y Purchase Reveals "Night and Day Difference" for Buyer Tired of Dealership Markups and “As-Is” Sales, Owner Vows “I'll Never Work With a Dealership Again,”
By Noah Washington on
From $2,000 hidden fees to trade-in offers that vanished into thin air, this owner’s car-buying journey was a total disaster until he looked at a Tesla Model Y.
Ford F-150 Lightning Pro charging
Despite “Cheap To Operate” Claims, F-150 Lightning Owner Reports “Major Range Anxiety” in Idaho's Charging Deserts, Calling Standard Battery “A Little Nerve Racking” For Primary Vehicle Use
By Noah Washington on
This Ford F-150 Lightning owner’s 30,000-mile report reveals a "major range anxiety" nightmare, with towing efficiency dropping so low that 80-mile stretches become a gamble.
2026 Toyota Highlander Buyer’s Dream Car Turned Into a Dealership Nightmare and How a $12,000 Choice Saved the Day
2026 Toyota Highlander Buyer’s Dream Car Turned Into a Dealership Nightmare and How a $12,000 Choice Saved the Day
By Denis Flierl on
This 2026 Toyota Highlander owner’s local delivery disaster is a first. From a missing sensor to a sudden dash light, this owner’s dream car turned into a dealership nightmare. Here is the $12,000 choice that saved the day, and the $100 “insult.
Jeep Wrangler Owner Living in a Jersey Suburb of New York City Drives in Manhattan For The First Time
Jeep Wrangler Owner Living in a Jersey Suburb of New York City Drives in Manhattan For The First Time
By Armen Hareyan on
A lifelong New Jersey driver finally took his Jeep Wrangler into Manhattan for the first time and what he discovered about taxi traffic, tunnel gridlock, and his own unexpected reaction might completely change how you think about driving in New York City.
2026 Toyota Tundra
The 2026 Toyota Tundra’s Twin-Turbo i-FORCE V6 is Driving Owners to Extreme Measures To Bypass "Machining Debris" Fears
By Denis Flierl on
Forget standard maintenance cycles. I’m breaking down the 2026 Toyota Tundra’s Twin-Turbo i-FORCE V6 engineering reality behind the 500-mile DIY rush and the $210 shop trap.
2026 Chrysler Pacifica
Chrysler Pacifica And Voyager Models Recalled Due To Possible Airbag Malfunction
By Dimitar Angelov on
Chrysler currently has only two models, which are both minivans, and are being recalled due to airbag issues.
2024 Rivian R1S green electric SUV driving in urban city setting, front three-quarter view
After a $6,500 Transport Fee to Washington, a Rivian R1T Owner in Alaska Says His Truck Is “Stuck” in Seattle Over a Second Warranty Issue and Shipping Dispute
By Noah Washington on
One Rivian R1T owner in Alaska is living a logistical nightmare, facing $6,500 shipping bills and a corporate standoff that has left his vehicle stranded in Seattle.
2026 Chevy Silverado Trail Boss & the 2026 LT trim
Forget the LT, This 2026 Chevy Silverado Trail Boss Buyer is Bracing For a Bumpy Ride Just To Get That Aggressive Factory Stance
By Denis Flierl on
While the Chevy Silverado Z71 lift turns heads with its 5.3L V8, is the highway "head-bob" worth the $60K price tag? Here is the dirt on the trade-off.
2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee
A Huge Investigation into 7 Million Jeep, Chrysler and Dodge Vehicles Has Ended Without a Recall Being Issued
By Mary Conway on
750 people said they were injured by active headrests inadvertently deploying. NHTSA investigated for years but couldn't determine that any serious injuries came from the headrests.
2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Set a Track Record so Fast, It Surprised Even the Respected Car Magazine that Was Testing It
By Mary Conway on
The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 beat out several cars that cost millions more than the Corvette.
A 2026 Cadillac Escalade strikes a handsome pose in a wintery setting
5 Reasons the 2026 Cadillac Escalade Platinum Sport 4WD 600 Is the Full-Size Luxury SUV Standard of Excellence In the World - And One Simple but Important Thing We’d Change
By John Goreham on
We’ve tested a string of excellent “global” automakers’ SUVs this winter. One stands out among the best - the Cadillac Escalade. Here’s why we feel it’s the best large SUV built today.
2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid and 2026 Toyota RAV4
A 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Buyer, Minutes Away From a Deal, Abandoned His Plans For a 2026 Honda CR-V, Citing Superior Cabin Comfort, and a Better Bottom Line
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota RAV4 buyer was minutes away from a Toyota deal until a last-second pivot changed everything. Discover why this prepared shopper changed his RAV4 Hybrid plans for a 2026 Honda CR-V.
2025 Ford F-150
Ford F-150 Premium Nitrogen vs. Standard Compressed Air Tire Inflation Debate, and Why Using the Wrong Pump Is a $1,200 Bill Waiting To Happen
By Denis Flierl on
Everyone laughed when this Ford owner asked about 'premium air,' but as a 30-year truck pro, I’m not joking. Using the wrong pump isn't just a mistake; it’s a $1,200 repair waiting to happen to your F-150. Stop paying for 'wet' pressure today.
2026 Toyota Prius PHEV XSE Premium c
2026 Toyota Prius Owners Are Flagging a Strange Buzzing Noise - Dealers Are Already Swapping Out Defective Cooling Components
By Denis Flierl on
Check your 5th Gen 2026 Toyota Prius Prime. Don’t ignore the hum; get the fix before your next road trip. 
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