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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.

2024 Toyota Tacoma
I Waited 4 Hours At Toyota For an Oil Change On My 2023 Tacoma, Then I Pop the Hood and Notice This, They Didn’t Even Put the Oil Filler Cap Back On, Never Again
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Tacoma owner slams a NJ dealer after a 4-hour oil change nightmare. The worst part? The tech lost the oil filler cap, leaving the engine exposed. Is "free" maintenance worth the risk? Here is one owner's cautionary tale.
Picture of rear tire on a Tesla with excessive wear on the inside due to poor camber adjustment
My Tesla Model X Plaid Burned Through $800 Rear Tires in 10,000 Miles and Tesla Couldn’t Correct the Alignment, but I Found a Few Aftermarket Fixes and Need to Decide Which One to Go With
By Chris Johnston on
Tesla Model S and X Plaid owners are replacing expensive rear tires long before they should have to which is pushing many to consider aftermarket solutions they never expected to need.
A Hyundai Ioniq 5 N sits side by side with a Dodge Daytona Charger EV
In the Second Month Since EV Incentives Ended, U.S. Market Electric Vehicle Sales Continue to Plunge Strait Off a Cliff, Thelma and Louise Style
By John Goreham on
With limited data, since not all manufacturers report deliveries each month, we can see the writing on the wall. The EV sales disaster is proving not to be a one-month phenomenon.
Chevy Silverado EV dashboard display showing loss of cellular signal
SMS Connectivity Died in My Chevy Silverado LT EXT While on a 1,000-Mile Road Trip and OnStar Couldn’t Fix It, Left Me Blind Without Maps, Apps, and Charging Locator, but I Was Able to MacGyver My Way Out of the Jam
By Chris Johnston on
How a simple workaround saved a stranded Chevy Silverado EV driver when connectivity failed on a long trip and other things that EV drivers can do to prepare for successful road trips.
A navy blue 2024 Toyota Prius shown from a front three-quarter angle, driving on a tree-lined suburban road with fall foliage in the background.
2024 Toyota Prius Buyer Says His “Gold Certified” Car Had Water Pushing Up Through the Rear Seat, and Finding Broken Glass Inside the Child Anchors Left Him Wondering What His Dealership Didn’t Tell Him
By Noah Washington on
After sitting in the back seat of his newly purchased 2024 Prius, one owner watched moisture surge up through the rear cushion.
A dark gray 2021 Subaru Outback is shown from a front three-quarter view, parked on a gravel area with misty mountains and forest in the background.
A 2021 Subaru Outback Owner Says His CVT Exploded at 76,000 Miles Despite Full Dealer Maintenance, Leaving Him With an $8,250 Bill and “A Car Worth Nothing,” and Ready to Run Back to Honda
By Noah Washington on
A 2021 Subaru Outback suffered a catastrophic CVT failure at just 76,000 miles, despite full dealer maintenance, leaving the owner with an $8,250 repair bill.
A silver Hyundai Ioniq 9, viewed from a front three-quarter angle, parked on a tree-lined historic city street with brick buildings in the background.
In a Thanksgiving Ice Storm, a Hyundai Ioniq 9 Driver Says Regen Made the SUV Slide, Lane Assist Fought Him on Icy Roads, and He Reached a Charger With Only 8% After “Severely Underestimating” Winter Range
By Noah Washington on
The Ioniq 9 driver’s trip was a battle against software that fought physics. He discovered the flaw of regenerative braking on ice when the regen kept kicking in and causing the SUV to slide.
2026 Mitsubishi Pajero/ Montero
The Mitsubishi Pajero Returns In 2026, As A Rugged Competitor To The Toyota Land Cruiser
By Dimitar Angelov on
Land Cruier who? Mitsubishi is cooking a body-on-frame PHEV SUV, and if it is priced right, Toyota could be in trouble.
Ford F-150
I Ordered 295/65 R20 Tires For My Ford F-150, Level, No Spacers, Now the Tire Guy Says They Will Rub, But I’ve Seen a Lot Of People That Say They Won’t
By Denis Flierl on
The big tire debate: Will 295/65 R20s rub on a Ford F-150 with a 2.5-inch level? The tire shop says they won't fit, but owners disagree. Here is the verdict on wheel clearance and the best tire upgrades for your truck.
2028 and 2026 Toyota Highlander
Today Was the Day, 301K Miles On My 2008 Toyota Highlander, But Letting This Family Member Go Is Sad, I Just Hope This New 2026 Highlander Performs As Well
By Denis Flierl on
301,276 miles later! One owner says goodbye to her "family member," a 2008 Toyota Highlander, and hello to a brand new 2026. Can the new model match that incredible longevity? See this amazing trade-in story and what Highlander buyers need to know.
300-pound man getting into an electric vehicle
I’m a 300 Pound Man and I Want to Buy an EV, but People Tell Me That My Weight Will Affect Range and Tire Wear, You Wouldn’t Believe the Comments I’ve Gotten
By Chris Johnston on
The hilarious and weird misconceptions that surfaced when one driver asked a basic question about EV range and many other crazy questions we’ve heard about EVs.
Side view of a silver Rivian R1T electric pickup truck driving at speed through a green, wooded area. The EV’s modern aerodynamic design, black wheels, and signature LED lighting highlight Rivian’s electric adventure truck in motion.
After a 12-State RV Trip, a Rivian R1T Owner Says Tesla, Rivian, ChargePoint, and EA All Charged “Within a Few kW of Each Other,” Hitting 206–209 kW Peaks and Holding 100 kW Even at 80%
By Noah Washington on
A Rivian R1T owner's spreadsheet exposed the key to fast EV travel: his truck still pulled 100 kW even at 80% SOC and 34 kW at 99%.
Tesla Cybertruck shown in stainless steel finish from a side/three-quarter view, towing what appears to be a SpaceX rocket component on a trailer during sunset.
After 28,000 Miles, a Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His 85–95 MPH Highway Driving Yields Only 180–240 Miles of Real Range, With a “22% Loss in Regen Recovery”
By Noah Washington on
After 28,000 miles of high-speed commuting, a Cybertruck owner reveals his 85–95 MPH highway driving reduces his real range to a mere 180–240 miles.
AAA tests a vehicle in which the auto stop-start system has failed
Auto Stop-Start System No Longer Working - Before You Jump For Joy, Here Are the Likely Causes, and Why You Need to Have the Car Looked At Right Away
By John Goreham on
Nobody likes auto stop-start in their car, so when it suddenly stops working, it may seem like a good thing. Sadly, it’s not. Here’s why.
Toyota GR Supra and Chevrolet C8 Corvette are mroe closely matched than anticipated, but which one would you get?
Should You Get A Toyota GR Celica Over a Chevrolet C8 Corvette? It Depends On A Few Things
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Chevy C8 Corvette is currently the most attainable mid-engine sports car you can get, but Toyota’s upcoming GR Celica could be a game-changer.
2026 Chevy Silverado ZR1
I Just Bought a 2026 Chevy Silverado ZR1 and the Rear Bumper Is Crooked, Makes Me Wonder What Else Is Wrong With It Before the Factory Warranty Is Over
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Chevy Silverado ZR1 owner finds defects in week one: "What else will go wrong?" Now regretting skipping the extended warranty, he asks owners for the best aftermarket protection. Here is the top advice for GM truck coverage.
2022 Toyota Prius
My Sister’s Toyota Prius Gets 35 Miles On a 6 Hour Charge, That’s All? Then, I See the ’25 RAV4 Hybrids Getting 42, and ‘26s Get 52 Miles, What Am I Missing?
By Denis Flierl on
One driver is baffled that Toyota hybrids still need fuel, admitting he thought owners "never had to buy gas again." Here's the massive misunderstanding he had about the RAV4 Prime's real-world electric range.
The Honda Prelude lineup will expand with 2 new models that could render the current hybrid model obsolete
The 2026 Honda Prelude, As It Is, Could Be Discontinued, But Something Better Is Coming
By Dimitar Angelov on
Honda made a mistake by offering the Prelude as a hybrid with no manual, but the model’s future is brighter than expected, as JDM fans will get what they originally wanted.
2026 Jeep Gladiator Willys '41
Jeep Gladiator Powers into 2026 with New Features, New Colors and New Packages
By Mary Conway on
Jeep's mid-size pickup handles rugged terrain like no other truck. It is heading into the new model year with renewed momentum.
EV owner at a fast charger with a surprising high bill
EVgo Is the Worst and Most Expensive, as They Didn’t Honor an Active Promo Code from My App, I Paid $0.69 Per kWh Plus $0.99 Activation Fee to Charge My Ford F-150 Lightning Which Is Equivalent to $5.85 Per Gallon of Gas
By Chris Johnston on
What a Ford F-150 Lightning owner discovered about today’s fast charging networks and why it matters.
2026 Jeep Gladiator Willys '41
2026 Jeep Gladiator Debuts New Military Inspired Willys '41 Package
By Mary Conway on
The new Gladiator Willys '41 was featured at the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show.
2024 Ram 1500
My First Ram 5.7L Hemi, and Probably My Last, This Thing Drinks Fuel Like There’s No Tomorrow, and I Don’t Step On It, This HOG Only Gets 220 Miles Per Tank
By Denis Flierl on
One new owner calls his 2024 Ram 1500 a "HOG" that "drinks fuel like there is no tomorrow." Even with gentle driving, he says this 5.7L Hemi is draining the tank at record speed. See the shocking numbers inside. How about your Ram's fuel mileage?
A Tesla Cybertruck in silver/stainless steel finish is parked in a mountainous landscape, shown from a rear three-quarter angle with snow-capped peaks visible in the background.
After Three Idaho Hunting Trips, a Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His 300-Mile Range Dropped to “About 120 Miles” While Towing Through Mountain Terrain, Forcing Him to Rely on a Harbor Freight Generator Adding Only “5–6 Miles an Hour” Just to Get Back Out
By Noah Washington on
The Cybertruck owner conquered mountain passes and nasty roads while hunting, but he admits the experience was "just barely" successful.
2026 Jeep Wrangler 392
Jeep Plans to Make 2026 the Year of the Wrangler
By Mary Conway on
After a lackluster period, Jeep is looking to stir excitement again. The brand let competitors steal some of its thunder and now it is planning to steal it back with new colors and new packages!
2024 Chevy Silverado
2024 Chevy Silverado Owner Says, “Man, This Is Why I Don’t Trust Tire Shops Anymore,” After His Wheel Falls Off, Shoots Into the Road, Damaging His Truck
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Chevy Silverado owner's wheel shoots off at 25 mph the day after a lift kit install because the shop failed to torque the wheel's lug nuts. It could have been a life-threatening accident. See the "unbelievable" aftermath.
2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale
Italian Glamour in a More Affordable Package-See the Refreshed 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale
By Mary Conway on
There is an Italian beauty waiting to steal your heart. See the refreshed Alfa Romeo Tonale that made its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “I Don’t Know How Some Of You Drive With FSD 100% of The Time” – He Adds, “I Love FSD, but I Also Love Driving, So I Only Use It a Fraction Of The Time.”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares his surprise at seeing how often fellow Tesla owners use FSD. He questions how some Tesla owners can depend entirely on FSD for all their driving and stop manually operating their vehicles altogether.
2024 Toyota Tundra
I’m At the Toyota Dealer Getting My 2025 Tundra Oil Changed, and I See Dozens of Crates With New Engines Waiting, They Can’t Swap Them Out Fast Enough
By Denis Flierl on
A Tundra owner is shocked by dozens of crate engines piling up at a Toyota dealer. "I don’t think Toyota can swap out these bad engines fast enough." Is the recall overwhelming dealers? What Tundra owners need to know. 
Tesla vehicles
A Tesla Enthusiast Says He’s Considering Buying a Tesla Model Y But Wonders Whether All The Criticism About Tesla Vehicles, Especially The Cybertruck, Is Real
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla fan says he’s trying to decide whether to go ahead and buy a Tesla Model Y. However, he would first like to know whether all the reliability complaints are due to anti-Elon Musk sentiment or if Tesla has a genuine reliability issue.
Tesla Model 3 & Model Y
Battery Research Team Issues Warning on Tesla Model Y and Model 3 Vehicles Using BYD Batteries Manufactured in China
By Tinsae Aregay on
Reliability concerns are being raised about Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles powered by LG batteries made in China. A research team states that LG packs have an expected lifetime of 150,00 miles, while Panasonic packs can last 250,00 miles.
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