Automotive News (Page 283)

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.

Tesla Cybertruck Paving the Way for Toyota's Solid-State Battery Revolution

By Peter Neilson on July 6, 2023 - 2:51PM EDT

Join us as we delve into the parallel journeys of Tesla's Cybertruck and Toyota's solid-state battery technology, exploring the potential for a new era of electric vehicles.

Tesla Signs 4-Point Truce with Chinese Automakers to End Electric Vehicle Price War

By Armen Hareyan on July 6, 2023 - 1:03PM EDT

In a landmark agreement aimed at promoting fair competition and stabilizing the electric vehicle (EV) market in China, Tesla and 16 Chinese automakers have signed a four-point truce to end the prolonged EV price war.

Subaru Forester Vs. Toyota RAV4 - Check Out CR's Top Pick Now

By Denis Flierl on July 6, 2023 - 10:05AM EDT

Which is best for compact SUV shoppers, the 2023 Subaru Forester or the 2023 Toyota RAV4? Check which one Consumer Reports likes the best.

2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE Silver Sky Metallic front end

RAV4 Hybrid Was Toyota’s Best-Selling Hybrid in First Half 2023. You May Not Believe Second Place

By Jeff Teague on July 6, 2023 - 9:40AM EDT

Wait until you see the Top 5 best selling Toyota hybrids for the first half of 2023.

Toyota Will Now Share Hot New EV Tech With Subaru

By Denis Flierl on July 6, 2023 - 6:37AM EDT

Will Subaru be left behind in the all-electric vehicle race? Here is why Subaru could advance to the head of the class in new EV technology.

Subaru Ascent 6-Month Report Card - The SUV Is Only Average

By Denis Flierl on July 6, 2023 - 6:05AM EDT

How well is the 2023 Subaru Ascent 3-Row SUV doing after the first half of 2023? Check out the newly-upgraded Ascent report card.

2023 Mercedes GLC 300 SUV Review: Renewed Range and Mildly Hybrid Engine

By Armen Hareyan on July 5, 2023 - 11:27PM EDT

This year the medium SUV of the Mercedes-Benz range is renewed with its new generation GLC 2023, which is the second intervention carried out by the model, with a slightly larger presentation than the previous one in 2015, with all of them coming with hybridized engines.

Tesla Gigapress Maker IDRA Posts Cybertruck Die Casting Video

By Armen Hareyan on July 5, 2023 - 7:07PM EDT

Tesla Gigapress maker IDRA has posted a new video of the 9,000-ton Cybertruck die-casting machine in testing.

Toyota's Next-Gen BEV Architecture Challenges Tesla: The Rise of Single-Piece Castings

By Peter Neilson on July 5, 2023 - 7:01PM EDT

Toyota's groundbreaking next-gen BEV architecture is set to disrupt the automotive industry, challenging Tesla's dominance.

Toyota changes the game with solid-state batteries

Toyota's Solid-State Battery: Redefining Hybrid and EV Possibilities, Including the Iconic Prius

By Peter Neilson on July 5, 2023 - 6:12PM EDT

Revolutionizing the future of the Prius, Toyota's groundbreaking Solid-State battery breakthrough offers an astonishing 745-mile range and 10-minute charging time. With these unprecedented advancements, the iconic hybrid vehicle is poised to captivate a wider audience and redefine sustainable mobility. Get ready to embark on a greener, more efficient journey with the Prius of tomorrow.

Subaru Forester Could Be Scary Good With 2 New Upgrades

By Denis Flierl on July 5, 2023 - 3:25PM EDT

The 2023 Subaru Forester dropped to third place in Subaru's all-wheel-drive SUV lineup but led in one special category. The Forester is good but needs two new trim levels to be great. Check the Forester report here.

Tesla Cybertruck, courtesy of Tesla Inc.

New Cybertruck Feature: A Look at the Rear Light Bar

By Nicolas Caballero on July 5, 2023 - 10:39AM EDT

In a recent sighting captured in California, the Tesla Cybertruck´s elusive rear light bar has made a much-anticipated appearance. This newly included feature signifies a push for increased safety measures and enhanced visual appeal. Our assumption is supported by the fact that the specific prototype spotted was noticeably different from its earlier versions.

Is This 2024 Toyota Tacoma Feature Too Small?

By Jeff Teague on July 5, 2023 - 10:09AM EDT

See the 2024 Tacoma feature that is much smaller than last year. But is it important?

Sometimes Better Tools at Same Price are Elsewhere

The Harbor Freight Tool You Can Do and Buy Better Elsewhere

By Timothy Boyer on July 5, 2023 - 9:34AM EDT

When it comes to tools, DIY mechanics want to save money but do not want a tool that is so cheaply built that it will not perform as well as it should. Here’s one recent tool review that shows you can do better on both counts by skipping on this one Harbor Freight Icon tool for a change and going somewhere else.

The Chevrolet Corvette Turns 70

By Mary Conway on July 4, 2023 - 7:09PM EDT

America's popular sports car is celebrating a huge birthday this 4th of July weekend. The Corvette is celebrating being the world’s longest-running continuously produced passenger car.

New China Numbers Show Giga Shanghai Responsible for More Than Half Of Tesla’s Record Q2 Production

By Tinsae Aregay on July 4, 2023 - 3:35PM EDT

According to China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) data, in June, Tesla produced 93,680 vehicles. June’s number pushes Tesla’s Giga Shanghai vehicle production in Q2 to 247,127 vehicles. This amounts to 53% of Tesla’s total production.

Tesla Vehicles - Built With the Physically Impaired In Mind

By Jeremy Johnson on July 4, 2023 - 2:58PM EDT

A Tesla is a technologically advanced vehicle. Many people also don't know that they are built with the physically disabled in mind.

Tesla Semi Accelerates With a Vrooming Sound and Waving Driver

By Armen Hareyan on July 4, 2023 - 12:36PM EDT

A few days ago Twitter Tesla blogger @SERobinsonJR shared @Rendeiro_Silva's Tesla Semi video, in which you can see a friendly Tesla Semi driver making a right turn and accelerating the Semi with a vrooming sound.

The Hot Subaru Crosstrek Falls Behind - Can The New Next-Gen Trims Save It?

By Denis Flierl on July 4, 2023 - 7:17AM EDT

Subaru of America announced new Crosstrek sales, which are still hot, but the subcompact SUV lost its number-one ranking. See why the subcompact SUV has lost its top-selling status to the impressive Outback.

One Hot New Subaru Model Is Making An Impressive Comeback

By Denis Flierl on July 4, 2023 - 6:25AM EDT

The 2023 Subaru Outback is making an impressive comeback in the year's first six months. Check out the results from June and where the midsize SUV is now in Subaru of America's all-wheel-drive lineup.

Tesla's Impressive Train Delivery Sparks Excitement and Speculation

Tesla's Impressive Model 3 Train Delivery Sparks Excitement and Speculation

By Armen Hareyan on July 3, 2023 - 11:11PM EDT

A video of a long Tesla train has been making the rounds on social media, with many people commenting on the sheer size of the shipment and the demand for Tesla vehicles.

Tesla's Record Deliveries Exceeds Expectations

By Jeremy Johnson on July 3, 2023 - 3:37PM EDT

Tesla recently reported on their Q2 2023 deliveries and production and the results are better than expected.

Subaru Rides All Of Its New Models To A High The First Six Months Of The Year

By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2023 - 1:57PM EDT

Subaru reports another sales increase in June and up for the year's first six months. In addition, the Camden, N.J. automaker made it eleven consecutive months of sales increase. See which are the hot models.

Tesla Stock Up $57 Billion in a Day Following Blowout Q2 Production & Delivery Results

By Tinsae Aregay on July 3, 2023 - 11:44AM EDT

Tesla has posted a new quarterly record producing and delivering 480,000 and 466,000 vehicles respectively. Wall Street has taken these numbers very positively as Tesla's stock has gone up by a whopping $57 billion in a single day.

This Tesla Chart Just Got 500,000 Views In Less Than 24 Hours

By Armen Hareyan on July 3, 2023 - 11:40AM EDT

The following chart, created by Tesla blogger Sawyer Merritt, shows Tesla's Q2 quarterly earnings over the past years since 2012 and has been viewed already 500,000 times in less than 24 hours.

Fic That Car Hood Problem Before It's Too Late

Easy Toyota RAV4 DIY Fix That Can Save You Hundreds of Dollars

By Timothy Boyer on July 3, 2023 - 10:22AM EDT

It’s remarkable how many repairs that are simple and easy to do cost so much at a dealership garage to “fix”. Here’s a good example of one easy Toyota RAV4 DIY fix that can save you a minimum of $200 and a lot of lost time trying to get an appointment and having to wait during the fix. Plus, find out how this fix applies to other makes and models as well that could save your life.

What Is The Subaru Starlink App And Why Is It Going Away?

By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2023 - 8:29AM EDT

The Subaru Starlink app is going away. What does it mean for Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Impreza, Legacy, WRX, and WRX STI models? Check the report here.

Tesla Semi Takes to the Road with Premier Trailer Leasing Trailer In Quiet Ride

By Armen Hareyan on July 3, 2023 - 7:44AM EDT

A Twitter user S. E. Robinson has shared a new video of a white Tesla Semi, which carries a trailer from Premier Trailer leasing. This can be one of two things.

Will Subaru Bring Back The Manual In Sporty Crosstrek And Impreza? They Can Now

By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2023 - 6:38AM EDT

Subaru has developed the technology to adapt a manual transmission to its EyeSight driver-assist safety system. Will they bring back the manual transmission in the next-generation Crosstrek and Impreza?

Best of Mechanic Problems and Their Mechanical Nightmares

By Timothy Boyer on July 2, 2023 - 10:48AM EDT

If the actor Clint Eastwood ever played the role of a mechanic, you can imagine a scene in which he would paraphrase the immortal line “A man’s got to know his limitations” with the addition of “…as a mechanic.” Here’s a compilation of the best of mechanic problems and their mechanical nightmares to carry the point of nearly unbelievable car fails of car owners (and some mechanics).

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