Automotive News (Page 4)

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.

Is Subaru In Trouble? Sales Fall After 33 Months Of Sales Growth

By Denis Flierl on June 5, 2025 - 7:21AM

What happened to Subaru's sales? They dropped for the first time in 33 months. The Japanese automaker had achieved 33 months of consecutive sales growth, and it came to an end. Was it the tariffs, the recent price increases, or the lack of inventory?

The Tesla Cybertruck Is the Best Vehicle Ever Made, I Bought One and Those Who Never Drove One Argue With Me, But It Could Depreciate to Zero and It Still Wouldn't Bother Me at All

By Aram Krajekian on June 5, 2025 - 5:28AM

Some people see a boring design while others see the future. This owner says he’d still love his Cybertruck even if it was worthless. We explore what the critics might be missing, and how emotion may be its biggest strength yet.

Red Tesla Model 3 with DIY solar power charger

I Have Solar Power Station and Can Charge My Tesla Model 3 With It, But I Get Why Big Oil Dumps So Much Anti-EV Propaganda on The Net

By Chris Johnston on June 4, 2025 - 10:36PM

Your Electric Vehicle is Coal Powered. Some portion of your electricity comes from “dirty” sources, but how much depends on where you live. The good news is that you can charge your Tesla Model 3 with clean solar power.

Hyundai dealer price quote has Ioniq 5 owner enraged

I Thought EVs Were Maintenance-Free but I Took My 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 In For Service at 28K Miles and Was Quoted $600 for the Work

By John Goreham on June 4, 2025 - 9:55PM

Our title paraphrases a Hyundai Ioniq 5 battery-electric vehicle owner who was quoted a shocking amount for service at less than 30,000 miles. We’d say this was a one-off event, but we’ve seen this behavior many times at other brands' dealers before.

Mystery Fluid Leaks Can Be Mistaken by Looks Alone But Not By Smell

I Got My Acura Back from The Dealer Service Department On Friday and Noticed a Funky Smell In The Garage On Saturday with This All Over The Floor Of My Garage ―What Is it?

By Timothy Boyer on June 4, 2025 - 4:29PM

The distinct smell of this garage floor stain is so recognizable that mechanics often use it as a diagnostic clue. Here's a hint: It's not motor oil. Can you guess what it is?

Ford dealer lot has ample Bronco Sport and Bronco inventory

If You Want a New Ford Bronco, Bronco Sport, Maverick, or Any Other Model In 2025, You’d Be Crazy Not To Buy Before July 1st - Here’s Why

By John Goreham on June 4, 2025 - 3:06PM

Ford’s “You pay what we pay” program has been extended through the end of June. After that, auto prices are looking pretty grim.

A red Tesla Model Y Juniper next to a silver Tesla Model Y parked in a driveway with a garage in the background.

My Tesla Model Y Juniper Cost $41 to Charge at Home for Just 282 Miles, Boston Gas Would Be $15 for the Same Distance

By Noah Washington on June 4, 2025 - 1:39PM

He paid $41 to charge his Tesla Model Y for 282 miles, more than double what gas would cost. The surprising reality of EV "savings" in Boston.

I Traded Two Of My Favorites For a Tesla Cybertruck, a 2022 Toyota Tundra and a 2024 BMW X5 Plug-In Hybrid. My CT Is More Fun Multiplied Times Ten

By Denis Flierl on June 4, 2025 - 1:15PM

What kind of vehicles did Tesla Cybertruck owners previously own? Did they all own another Tesla model? Very few did. Yixin owned a Toyota Tundra and a BMW X5 Plug-In Hybrid. He says he wouldn't go back to either one. Check out why he's sold on the CT.

A white Ford F-150 Lightning truck parked on a driveway, showcasing its sleek design and black alloy wheels.

I Traded My Tesla Model Y for a Ford F-150 Lightning After One Month, Cold Weather Range Drops 75% But I'm Never Going Back to Tesla

By Noah Washington on June 4, 2025 - 1:02PM

75% range drop in cold weather, but still no regrets! This Ford F-150 Lightning owner left Tesla for good and explains why.

Best SUV Recommendations from Consumer Report

10 Best SUVs You Can Buy Right Now for the Road Trip Ahead

By Timothy Boyer on June 4, 2025 - 9:31AM

“These high-scoring SUV models do well in performance, reliability, safety, and owner satisfaction available today,” states Consumer Reports in their recently released list of their recommended best of the best new SUV choices.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Has Been Bricked for the Past 6 Months – Adds “I Live in a Gray Area Where I Can’t Get Tesla Service & The Truck is Unresponsive Since December”

By Tinsae Aregay on June 4, 2025 - 8:22AM

A Cybertruck owner states that his truck has been unresponsive since December 2024. He adds that the issues began after a software update, and now, six months later, his truck is still bricked.

I Just Had My First 2024 Tacoma 10K Oil Change Done at the Toyota Dealer, Now I Have a Massive Oil Spill on My Garage Floor

By Denis Flierl on June 4, 2025 - 6:50AM

Does the new Toyota Tacoma have an oil leak problem? Andy took his Tacoma to the dealer for the first oil change, and now there's an oil puddle on his garage floor. Is it a problem with the truck or the Toyota dealer? Check out Andy's unbelievable story.

I’ve Been Tracking Carbon Dioxide Levels in My Rivian R1T, And What I Found Supports My Theory That Rivian Hasn’t Taken Cabin Air Quality Seriously While in Auto Mode

By Aram Krajekian on June 4, 2025 - 5:42AM

One Rivian owner set out to measure something most drivers never think twice about, and what he uncovered might just surprise you.

I Bought a GMC Sierra EV and Immediately Put It to the Test by Towing the Tesla Model Y I Drove to the Dealership, And I Was So Impressed I Hardly Even Noticed It Back There

By Aram Krajekian on June 4, 2025 - 5:30AM

It’s not every day you see an EV towing another EV, but what stood out most was how effortlessly the setup worked for this owner. Here’s why this story shows how the Sierra EV is winning more people over.

2025 Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo for Torque News Review

My 2025 Kia K4 Rides Better Than My Elantra Because Of The Independent Rear Suspension, And Definitely The Best Car I Was Able To Find At This Price

By Armen Hareyan on June 3, 2025 - 9:33PM

The 2025 Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo delivers an unexpected blend of bold style and turbocharged performance that’s anything but your typical compact sedan. Look and see why it might just change your mind.

I Need Some Help, My GMC Sierra EV Denali Died After a Quick Costco Trip Leaving Me Stranded

By Aram Krajekian on June 3, 2025 - 8:58PM

A quick Costco trip turned into a head-scratching moment for one GMC Sierra EV Denali owner, and what happened next shows just how easily the smallest systems can bring the biggest machines to a halt.

I Laughed at These Complaints About the 2024 Toyota Sequoia Before I Bought One, But Then I Traded It for a 2025 Ford Expedition Because They Were True

By Aram Krajekian on June 3, 2025 - 8:50PM

It took less than 10,000 miles for this Sequoia owner to realize the complaints he once mocked were true. Here’s what his experience reveals about how paper specs don’t always match up to real-world family use.

A 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SUV parked on rugged terrain, with golden sunlight illuminating the background mountain range.

I Ditched My 2021 Tesla Model Y for A 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5, Here's Why Hyundai Just Beat Tesla at Their Own Game

By Noah Washington on June 3, 2025 - 7:30PM

He traded his Tesla Model Y for a Hyundai Ioniq 5 and now says Hyundai "just beat Tesla at their own game." Find out why physical buttons and ride quality made all the difference.

A silver 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV parked on gravel, with a modern home and landscaped greenery in the background.

I Drove My 2023 Chevy Bolt Through a 4-inch Puddle, Punctured The Battery and Insurance Just Quoted Me $18,116 to Replace the Battery, My Car Is Now Totaled

By Noah Washington on June 3, 2025 - 1:11PM

$18,000+ to fix a battery after driving through a puddle? This Chevy Bolt story exposes the potentially catastrophic repair costs lurking beneath the surface of EV ownership.

A Tesla Cybertruck parked in a garage, dusty and angular, next to an urban skyline featuring modern buildings.

I've Owned My Tesla Cybertruck for 378 Days, People Still Flip Me Off Daily, But I'd Buy Another One Tomorrow Without Hesitation

By Noah Washington on June 3, 2025 - 11:10AM

Almost a year later, is the Tesla Cybertruck hype real? This owner's honest review reveals why, despite the daily negativity, the novelty still hasn't worn off.

I Just Picked Up My Ultra Red 2026 Tesla Model Y and I Had To Reject It Due To So Many Paint Imperfections, My Second Car Isn’t Much Better

By Denis Flierl on June 3, 2025 - 9:22AM

Does Tesla have a quality control issue with its exterior paint? Mark purchased an Ultra Red 2026 Model Y but had to reject the car due to significant flaws in the paint. Here is Mark's Model Y experience, along with what Tesla customers need to know.

Tesla Offered Me a $309/Month Lease for the 2025 Model 3 After a Test Drive, and I Can’t Decide If It’s Worth It

By Narek Hareyan on June 2, 2025 - 10:31PM

I just test drove the 2025 Tesla Model 3 and got a $309/month lease offer with $3,400 due at signing, now I’m stuck wondering if this is the smartest move I’ll make or a deal I’ll regret later.

My Brand-New Rivian R1S Died 45 Days In, Flooded Interior, Bent Door, and a Never-Ending Repair Saga

By Narek Hareyan on June 2, 2025 - 9:13PM

One small factory mistake turned a brand-new Rivian R1S into a flooded, undriveable mess, and what happened next shows exactly why early EV ownership isn’t always as smooth as it seems.

Image compares the Ford Maverick Hybrid-Electric pickup truck to Slate's future EV pickup

Don't Wait For Slate’s Low-Cost Electric Pickup Truck to Arrive In 2027, Buy a Ford Maverick Hybrid-Electric Pickup Now and Get 47 MPG While Covering More Than Half Your Miles In EV Mode

By John Goreham on June 2, 2025 - 3:31PM

Slate is hoping to someday build a low-cost, bare-bones pickup truck with a green powertrain. We’ve looked at the expected costs and found the currently available Ford Maverick pickup to match that cost, and it offers an experience very close to an EV rig

I Asked Reddit Users, Which Car On the Road Makes You Instantly Think, This Person Is Definitely a Big Jerk? Tesla Cybertruck Is By Far Number One

By Denis Flierl on June 2, 2025 - 1:11PM

A Reddit user recently asked readers which vehicle makes them think there's a big jerk behind the wheel. Here are the surprising results and why the Tesla Cybertruck is voted number one overall. However, number two will leave you scratching your head.

A 2022 red Lucid Air GT parked on asphalt, showcasing its modern design and distinctive alloy wheels.

I Swapped My Lucid Air GT's 21-Inch Wheels for 19s, My Range Jumped from 302 Miles to 487 Miles on the Same Drive

By Noah Washington on June 2, 2025 - 8:04AM

185 miles of extra range just by changing wheels? This Lucid Air GT owner's experiment with 19-inch wheels instead of 21-inch wheels delivered a mind-blowing efficiency boost.

A gray 2025 Tesla Model S drives along a winding road with majestic mountains in the background under a bright sky.

I Bought a Used Tesla Model S and the Previous Owner Has Been Remotely Controlling My Car for 10 Days, He's Draining My Battery 60% Daily and Making My Car Honk for 30 Minutes Straight

By Noah Washington on June 2, 2025 - 7:40AM

Locked in valet mode, battery constantly drained, and a car that won't stop honking, this Tesla Model S owner was at the mercy of the previous owner's remote access for over a week.

A Nissan Dealer Bait-and-Switched Me, Told Me a Car Online Was ‘Not Operational’, Then Pressured Me To Buy a More Expensive Car and a Loan I Couldn’t Afford

By Denis Flierl on June 2, 2025 - 7:15AM

Tanisha found a car she could afford on a Nissan dealer's website. She could pay cash; however, when she arrived, they said it was not available for a test drive. Then, they pressured her to buy a more expensive Sentra. Check out her incredible story.

My 2024 Cadillac Escalade V Is Hands Down the Worst Car I’ve Ever Owned, Its Second Engine Blew Just 1.5 Days After Leaving the Shop, and It's Only At 18k Miles

By Aram Krajekian on June 2, 2025 - 6:33AM

When luxury promises fall apart faster than expected, it’s not just about breakdowns, but about what that says for the brand behind them. Here’s why this Cadillac story raises more questions for GM's reputation.

I Just Spotted an 'F ELON' Sticker on a Tesla Model 3, And It Summarizes Everything About the Tension Between Some Owners and Elon Musk

By Aram Krajekian on June 2, 2025 - 6:13AM

Some Tesla owners aren’t staying silent anymore, and one bold sticker I spotted at a red light shows just how far the frustration with Elon Musk has gone. Here’s why it sums up the growing divide in the Tesla community.

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