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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.

Tesla's Secret Weapon According to Munro Live - What Is It?

By Jeremy Johnson on January 18, 2023 - 11:20AM

We have a video of a conversation with Cory Steuben of Munro Live. He says Tesla has a secret weapon that gives it a competitive advantage.

Image of Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson crouched beside a disassembled Lucid Air front end module showing the placement of its camera and sensors.

Cantor Backs Lucid's Tech With Buy Rating For LCID

By James Walker on January 18, 2023 - 11:14AM

Lead Equity Analyst Andres Shephard believes Lucid's efficiency, range and more make it a solid investment.

Toyota Hybrids See Largest Jump In Used Value - Tesla Model 3 Sees Big Drop

By John Goreham on January 18, 2023 - 10:58AM

A new study shows that over the past 12 months, used Toyota hybrids and plug-in hybrids are increasing in value. By contrast, the Tesla Model 3 has seen the largest decline in value.

Tesla's Addressable Market Just Tripled - Here's Why

By Jeremy Johnson on January 18, 2023 - 10:58AM

We can see that due to Tesla's recent price cuts, that its addressable market for its vehicles has tripled. We'll go over why.

Tesla Model Y Continues to Dominate Europe Market - Best Seller For Two Months In a Row

By Jeremy Johnson on January 18, 2023 - 10:38AM

We have information that the Tesla Model Y is a best selling vehicle in Europe - for two months in a row now.

Subaru Affordability - Its Average New Car Transaction Price Tops $37,000 For The First Time

By Denis Flierl on January 18, 2023 - 10:04AM

Are Subaru vehicles affordable? A new report from Kelley Blue Book says Subaru's average transaction price is now over $37,000. See how Subaru of America compares with other automakers' pricing.

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.

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