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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.

2027 Bronco Filson
Ford is Taking its High End 2027 Bronco Filson on the Road to Reach Customers in Person
By Mary Conway on
Ford is making stops in twenty cities nationwide. Groups of interested buyers will be invited for walkarounds and meet-and-greets with people who worked on the Bronco Filson team. This one-on-one marketing technique is also used by Rivian and Scout.
Zero-Waste Manufacturing in Action
Volvo Pioneers Zero-Waste Megacasting to Shrink Automotive Carbon Footprints and Streamline Factory Production
By Rob Enderle on
Traditional auto manufacturing wastes immense energy and materials. Enter zero-waste megacasting. By utilizing circular on-site aluminum melting, the new Volvo EX60 pioneers a streamlined, carbon-slashing revolution in vehicle production.
The Fiat Topolino Navigating Dense City Environments
Fiat Brings The Innovative Topolino EV To America To Redefine Urban Commuting And Defy Typical Vehicle Depreciation
By Rob Enderle on
With Stellantis officially bringing the fourteen thousand dollar Fiat Topolino to America, this tiny electric quadricycle challenges massive luxury vehicles and completely redefines urban commuting while defying catastrophic EV depreciation.
Fiat Topolino
Fiat's Tiny Topolino Drives into the Neighborhood Golf Cart Market
By Mary Conway on
Not everyone wants to drive around their neighborhood in a golf cart. The little Fiat Topolino gives people a cute alternative for low key transportation.
Examining The Sensor Suite Of The SPA3 Electric Architecture
Analyzing How The Volvo EX60 Navigates The Cutthroat Autonomous Vehicle Market Without Lidar Hardware
By Rob Enderle on
The upcoming Volvo EX60 abandons LiDAR for a pure vision and radar ADAS approach, forcing a pragmatic realignment in how the Swedish automaker competes within the brutal self-driving EV landscape.
The 2026 Nissan Kicks SR Reminds Us That Small Car Can Be Good When Automakers Make An Effort
The 2026 Nissan Kicks SR Reminds Us That Small Car Can Be Good When Automakers Make An Effort
By Tim Healey on
The Nissan Kicks is a value proposition in a market that has mostly shifted to expensive crossovers. A proposition that works well.
The Sun Sets On Volvo’s Urban EV Dream
Why The Sudden Demise Of The Volvo EX30 Reshapes America’s Entry-Level Luxury EV Market
By Rob Enderle on
The 2026 departure of the Volvo EX30 leaves a gaping hole in America's compact luxury EV market. Here is exactly why the automaker pivoted and what buyers should expect next.
The Evolution of Jaguar Electrification
Why The Spectacular Jaguar Type 01 Struggles To Match The Allure Of An Electrified Classic E-Type Restomod
By Rob Enderle on
Jaguar's 1,000-hp Type 01 EV flagship approaches, but driving enthusiasts must decide if an electric powertrain in a classic E-Type delivers a vastly superior and satisfying luxury ownership experience.
The Next Generation of Volvo Electric Performance
Analyzing Why Discerning Buyers Must Await the Volvo EX60 P12 Electric SUV
By Rob Enderle on
Volvo’s upcoming SPA3 platform initiates a seismic automotive shift. This analysis reveals why waiting for the flagship EX60 P12 800-volt electric SUV easily outshines buying today's aging plug-in hybrid models.
Honda Ridgeline Falls Off Lift During Repair Because Everyone Has a Bad Day Sometimes
Honda Ridgeline Falls Off Lift During Repair Because Everyone Has a Bad Day Sometimes
By Tim Healey on
Images of this Honda Ridgeline falling off a lift lead to some funny jokes, but it’s not a laughing matter.
A Tesla Cybertruck's Pirellis tire is worn to the cords at just 17,000 miles
Tesla Cybertruck Wears One Tire to the Cords in Just 17K Miles
By John Goreham on
A Cybertruck owner discovered one of her four factory Pirelli tires worn down to the cords at just 17K miles, while the other three remain roughly normal. How did three inspections miss this safety issue?
2026 Toyota Tacoma
Toyota Tacoma 4th-Gen A/C Clutch Chirp Persists After 4-Hour Dealer TSB Repair
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road owner reports the notorious 4th-gen A/C clutch chirp returned immediately after a four-hour dealership TSB repair. Here is why the factory component swap fails to eliminate the engine bay accessory drive noise.
Phone Left on Model Y Tailgate Survives 4.3 Miles Thanks to Smooth FSD Driving, And This Included Highway Speeds
Phone Left on Model Y Tailgate Survives 4.3 Miles Thanks to Smooth FSD Driving, And This Included Highway Speeds
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla's X account quote-tweeted a detailed user story: Owner left his phone on the Model Y tailgate while distracted; wife drove off with FSD (Chill then Standard mode). Phone survived 4.3 miles including highway speeds thanks to the ultra-smoot ride.
Tesla Dashcam Catches Bold Vandal Ripping License Plate Off Parked Tesla in NYC Daylight
Tesla Dashcam Catches Bold Vandal Ripping License Plate Off Parked Tesla in NYC Daylight
By Armen Hareyan on
X user Yantastic posted dashcam footage of a woman walking straight up to his parked white Tesla Model 3 in NYC’s Lower East Side, casually ripping the rear license plate off, then strolling away.
2024 Toyota Tundra
Toyota Tundra Drops To 7.5 MPG Towing A 5,500-Pound Winnebago At 70 MPH Despite 20 MPG EPA Rating
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tundra owner tracking a 5,000-mile towing trip from Florida to Montana reveals a staggering drop to 7.5 MPG while hauling a 5,500-pound Winnebago at 70 MPH, exposing the real-world cost of high-speed truck and RV highway cruising.
From Cybercab Tests to Cadillac’s Big Recall: Today's Biggest EV Stories Explained
From Cybercab Tests to Cadillac’s Big Recall: Today's Biggest 3 EV Stories Explained
By Armen Hareyan on
If you’ve been following EV news this morning, three stories are dominating conversations: Tesla pushing its purpose-built robotaxi onto real roads and GM issuing a significant recall on its new three-row electric luxury SUV. Here’s the clear picture.
Blue Rivian R1T towing an Airstream travel trailer at a GM Energy Flying J charging station.
A Rivian R1T Towed A 19-Foot Airstream 1,000 Miles At 1.3 mi/kWh
By Noah Washington on
The owner of this Rivian R1T pulled a 19-foot Airstream Bambi from central Utah to Yellowstone and back, charged five times, unhooked twice, and found the truck ready before the baby was done eating.
Red Toyota Grand Highlander towing an Airstream travel trailer through a pine forest campsite.
A Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Max Towed a 3,500-Lb Airstream 3,600 Miles, But Transmission Fluid Hit 248°F
By Noah Washington on
The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Max pulled a 3,500-pound 16-foot Airstream across Utah, Nevada, California, Oregon, and 106-degree heat near Las Vegas. Power, cooling, and stability impressed the owner.
A Tesla Wall Connector job gone wrong
Tesla Wall Charger Install Gone Wrong: 3 Lessons for Owners
By John Goreham on
A Tesla-certified electrician installed a NEMA 14-50 outlet and de-rated a Model Y owner's Wall Connector instead of hardwiring it to a 60-amp circuit. Here's why that outcome falls short and how to make sure your installation is done right.
Ford Posts Video of Small Electric Truck Testing
Ford Says its Small Electric Truck is on Track for 2027 Launch and About $30,000
By Mary Conway on
The truck has been spotted testing around the country. Now, Ford makes it official by posting a video of it in camouflage.
Wrapping Your Honda Civic - Or Any Car - With A Wrap Overlay Can Cause Unexpected Problems
Wrapping Your Honda Civic - Or Any Car - With A Wrap Overlay Can Cause Unexpected Problems
By Tim Healey on
A Honda Civic owner put an overlay on their car - and immediately had to head to the dealership.
A pair of shaggy dogs look thrilled to be riding in a Kia Sorento Hybrid
Kia Sorento Hybrid Wins Over Highlander Shopper by $10K and Legroom
By John Goreham on
We sat down with one of the best-informed SUV shoppers we’ve ever met and learned a lot about why the Kia Sorento Hybrid is winning over so many shoppers.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Started Smoking After a Power Conversion System Replacement. He Adds, “There Was A Bang & Dense, Acrid Smoke Coming from Beneath the Front Passenger Seat”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares that Tesla recently replaced the power conversion system in his truck. After months of waiting, this was a welcome update; however, during a drive, he heard a loud bang, and smoke began billowing from under the truck.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Was Grateful His Truck Was Bulletproof After a Neighborhood Party Turned Chaotic – He Adds, “The Truck Became a Refuge for a Toddler & an Infant”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner explains that his truck’s bulletproof features became a necessity after a neighborhood party turned chaotic. He shares that after guns were drawn, his Cybertruck ended up protecting an infant and a toddler.
2024 Toyota RAV4
Toyota RAV4 Owners Defy 10K-Mile Manufacturer Oil Changes: But, Skipping the Filter on 5,000-Mile Changes Is Total Engine Destruction
By Denis Flierl on
Toyota RAV4 owners are defying corporate manuals by opting for 5,000-mile oil changes. Here is why skipping a fresh filter to save $10 with modern 0W-16 synthetic oil causes carbon sludge buildup and total engine destruction.
2025 Chevy Silverado 1500
GM 5.3L Lifter Collapse: Why Spending $200 On An AFM Disabler Doesn't Fix The Mechanical Weakness In 2019-2026 Silverados
By Denis Flierl on
Thinking an AFM/DFM disabler will save your 2025 Chevy Silverado 5.3L from lifter collapse? A 30-year mechanic breaks down why plugging a software module into your OBD-II port cannot fix GM’s inherent valve train hardware vulnerabilities.
Ford F-150 pickup shown towing a yellow Jeep Wrangler on a flatbed trailer
A 2025 Ford F-150 PowerBoost Can’t Use Lane Keeping While Towing, Even Though the Owner’s 2021 Did
By Noah Washington on
His 2021 F-150 PowerBoost helped steer with a trailer attached. His 2025 says the feature is unavailable, and Ford’s own manual explains why the new truck may be drawing a harder line.
Green 2024 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter driving off-road on a muddy trail in a front three-quarter view.
A Tacoma Owner Says 295/70R17 Tires Cost About $33 A Month In Fuel
By Noah Washington on
A fourth-generation Tacoma owner did the gas math on his 20-to-17 MPG drop. The fuel bill is manageable, but tire size changes also affect odometer accuracy, steering feel, noise, wear, and real trail clearance.
EV batteries show to be more reliable than the EVs themselves.
EV Batteries are Defying Expectations in 2026, But There Are Model Specific Red Flags With Both Tesla, Nissan and Hyundai/Kia
By Armen Hareyan on
EV batteries are lasting longer than almost anyone predicted in 2026, but Tesla, Nissan, and Hyundai Kia owners each face a different kind of red flag before buying used.
There’s No Need For The 2026 Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro To Exist, But This Rig Shines Anyway
There’s No Need For The 2026 Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro To Exist, But This Rig Shines Anyway
By Tim Healey on
Hyundai Palisade buyers don’t seem to be the type to go off-road, so maybe an XRT trim is unnecessary, but the Palisade remains one of the best large crossover SUVs on the market.
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