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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.

Hacking Tesla Range With Multiple Wheel Covers
Hacking Tesla Range With Multiple Wheel Covers
By Jeremy Johnson on
We have a video from Kim Java showing how she tested multiple wheel covers to see what gave her Tesla Model 3 Performance the best range.
Tesla Giga Shanghai
Indonesian Official Confirms Talks With Tesla Are Ongoing, Says Giga Mexico Doesn’t Change Tesla’s Asia Plans
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla, in the last 2 months has announced it will be building 2 new factories - one adjacent to Giga Nevada, and another in Nuevo Leon, Mexico. However, despite the already aggressive expansion plans, an Indonesian official has confirmed talks to build an EV plant are ongoing and that Giga Mexico doesn't change Tesla's plant to build a factory in Asia.
2023 Subaru Solterra
2023 Subaru Solterra EV - The Three Month Performance Review
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2023 Subaru Solterra EV just finished its first three months of sales. So how is the new Subaru electric compact SUV doing? Check out the Solterra performance review here.
Image of ChargePoint screen showing kWh by John Goreham
Fun Electric Vehicle Fact: kWh is not an SI or Metric Unit Of Energy
By John Goreham on
The unit we use for electric vehicle battery capacity is not an SI unit, meaning it is not part of the metric system. Here’s why kilowatt-hours isn’t metric.
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Issues A Rare Physical Recall For A Model Y Back Seat Issue
By Tinsae Aregay on
Although by now it might seem that Tesla is issuing a recall for its vehicles every other week, most recalls are benign software issues addressed by an over-the-air software update. However, today, Tesla has issued a rare physical recall for improperly torqued bolts fastening the second-row seat back of the Model Y.
2024 Subaru Outback Wilderness
The 2024 Subaru Outback Wilderness’ Best New Upgrade Is Not Its Styling
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru announced the new upgrades for the 2024 Outback Wilderness. Here are all the improvements and the one new upgrade that's the best. Read the 2024 Wilderness report here.
Tesla Reduces Model Y Assembly Time to 2.5 Hours
Tesla Reduces Model Y Assembly Time to 2.5 Hours
By Armen Hareyan on
How Much Range the Model Y Will Have in the Future
How Much Range the Model Y Will Have in the Future
By Jeremy Johnson on
What will the range of the Model Y be in the future? Let's project it out over 10 years.
2021 Nissan Rogue Sport Grille
Nissan Recalls 700,000-Plus Rogues For Issue With Jackknife-Style Ignition Key
By Marc Stern on
For years carmakers from Ford to Nissan and others have used a "jackknife-style" ignition key where the ignition key folds into the body of the key fob when you press a button. This style of ignition key has presented a problem for Nissan, where wear has made it possible for the key to turn off the ignition when you are driving, creating a potential hazard. Nissan has recalled over 700,000 Nissan Rogues and Rogue Sports that used this style key to fix the problem.
Generic Ford Ranger Grille
Ford Recalls 2004-2006 Ranger Pickups To Re-Install Problem Airbag Inflators
By Marc Stern on
For over a decade, the Takata airbag recall has continued making it the largest and longest recall in vehicle history. Though many automakers have recalled and repaired vehicles seemingly successfully, some automakers, like Ford, have re-recalled some of the repaired vehicles to be fixed again. The 2004-2006 Ford Ranger is one of them.
Tesla's Compact Cars Will Cannibalize Sales of the Model 3 and Y: Unless They Do These Three Things
Tesla's Compact Car Will Cannibalize Sales of the Model 3 and Y: Unless They Do These Three Things
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla will eventually unveil their compact car and I believe they haven't yet because it would cannibalize sales of the Model 3 and Y. That is, unless Tesla does these three things.
Tesla Still Doesn't Need to Advertise
Tesla Still Doesn't Need to Advertise
By Jeremy Johnson on
Many are saying that Tesla should advertise or Tesla won't sell as many vehicles. However, Tesla's money is best spent in other areas.
2023 Subaru Forester
CR's Top Ranked New Cars - Subaru Forester Is The Best For 10 Consecutive Years
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best new cars you can buy this year? Here are the ten best cars of 2023 for new model shoppers. Consumer Reports says the 2023 Subaru Forester is among this year's top 10 picks and is the best small SUV. Check out the Forester report and how many years it's been one of the best of the best picks.
Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 tire image by John Goreham
Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 Winter Performance Tire Impressions - Such a Suprise
By John Goreham on
We provide our driving impressions after having had a week to try out the Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 Winter Performance Tire on a 2023 Cadillac CT-4 V-Series Blackwing. If you are searching for a performance winter tire you need to read this.
Is Harbour Freight's Badland Winch for You?
Harbor Freight Winch Test for Truck Owners
By Timothy Boyer on
Will a $350 Harbor Freight winch perform as well as a twice as expensive winch designed for truck owners? Find out with this review. Plus, an important winch-to-truck connection you will want to avoid.
Hard to Find Oil Leak Demo
A Simple Test to Avoid an Oil Leak Scam on Your Toyota
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s an informative bit on how to tell if there really is an oil leak coming from the rear main seal of your Toyota engine.
2023 Subaru Impreza sales drop
The Anticipation Builds As You Wait For The Next-Gen Subaru Impreza Hot Hatch
By Denis Flierl on
The 2023 Subaru Impreza sales went down again last month. However, the anticipation builds as buyers wait for the all-new 2024 Impreza. Check out the report here.
Image of Assurance WeatherReady tire tread courtesy of Goodyear
Best Replacement And Upgrade Tires For Ford Maverick Hybrid
By John Goreham on
Whether you have the Ford Maverick XL, XLT, or Lariat, we have the best replacement or upgrade tire choices for your hybrid truck. Here are the very best Maverick tire options in four different categories.
2023 Subaru Ascent
The Newly-Upgraded Subaru Ascent Gets Left Out In The Cold Again
By Denis Flierl on
Is the 2023 Subaru Ascent a 3-Row SUV that families should look at this year? It gets new upgrades, and it's worth a look. But, unfortunately, even with the improvements, sales are down. Check out the Ascent report here.
Tesla Model S and X Prices Just Dropped: Some Almost 10%
Tesla Model S and X Prices Just Dropped: Some Almost 10%
By Jeremy Johnson on
The Tesla Model S and Model X luxury sedan and SUV have dropped in price quite a bit. Here's how much.
Image of Toyota Prius parked next to a Supercharger by John Goreham
Powering a Bolt With A Tesla Supercharger Costs Double that of Fueling a Prius With Gas
By John Goreham on
Non-Tesla owners of affordable EVs are posting up the cost per kWh and how much they get in terms of range per dollar spent when charging at U.S. Superchargers. The quick math shows that conventional gas-powered cars cost less to power. Hybrids are dramatically less expensive per mile to operate on gas than powering a non-Tesla at a Supercharger.
2023 Subaru WRX
The Next-Gen Subaru WRX Just Set A New Record - Get To The Party Before It Ends
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru announced sales of the 2022 Subaru WRX are up a whopping 1,138 percent this year. So is it time to finally throw a party? Check out the WRX report here.
2024 Subaru Legacy
2024 Subaru Legacy Pricing And Model Guide - The Sport Trim Gets New Upgrades
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru announced pricing and upgrades for the 2024 Legacy sedan. Here is the complete new Legacy model guide and which trim levels get the most significant price increase and the most upgrades.
Tesla Does It Again and Delights EU Car Buyers With New Prices
Tesla Does It Again and Delights EU Car Buyers With New Prices
By Armen Hareyan on
Mechanic Shows How to Find TDC on Toyota Engines
Finding Top Dead Center TDC on Your Toyota Engine
By Timothy Boyer on
For all DIY mechanics new to engine repair and servicing, here is a good opportunity to expand your skill set with easy instruction on how to find TDC in 4, 6 and 8-cylinder Toyota engines.
Side view of the new Singer Hertz Team JOTA Porsche 963
Behold The Singer-Hertz Team JOTA Porsche 963
By James Walker on
This Porsche is a little newer than Singer's usual fare but they've still absolutely smashed the livery design.
Image of a gold Lucid Air driving on a mountain road.
The Case For A Lucid-Aston Martin Partnership
By James Walker on
Here's why a link-up between a storied British marque and a cutting-edge American brand may be on the cards.
Tesla Owes Its Supercharging Success to This Woman
Tesla Owes Its Supercharging Success to This Woman
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla charging has grown and been very successful - and a big part of that is this woman.
New Patent by Ford Could Affect Used Car Market
The Ford Patent That Could Put Your Car in the Junkyard
By Timothy Boyer on
Find out about a new patent idea Ford has come up with that just might be used to drive your vehicle to the junkyard.
2023 Subaru Outback
The New Subaru Outback Drops To Third Place For The First Time In Months
By Denis Flierl on
The newly upgraded 2023 Subaru Outback is losing to two other Subaru nameplates. See where the Outback's sales rank in the lineup now. Check out the report here.
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