Skip to main content

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.

Manufacturing the Future: Inside a Semi-Solid-State Battery Production Line
The Solid-State Reality Check and Why the Holy Grail of EV Tech Is Further Away Than You Think and Who Wins the Scarcity War
By Rob Enderle on
As the hype around solid-state batteries hits a fever pitch, top Chinese academics deliver a cold reality check: mass-market dominance is a decade away. Here is who will actually win.
2026 Ford F-150
Ford F-150's 5.0L vs. 3.5L, and Why This 2026 Buyer Should Choose the V8 to Avoid $4,000 Cam Phaser Repairs
By Denis Flierl on
Choosing between the 2026 F-150’s 3.5L EcoBoost and 5.0L V8? While the 3.5L offers more torque, Oakland buyer Adrian Santiago is being warned: choose the 5.0L to avoid $4,000 out-of-warranty cam phaser repairs. Here’s the data for long-term owners.
The Bridge of Digital Interdependence
The China Paradox and Why Tesla’s Massive Shanghai Surge Defies Geopolitical Gravity and What It Means for the Future of Transportation
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla defies geopolitical gravity as Shanghai exports surge 91%. Discover how Musk’s "China First" strategy beats local rivals and what Western automakers must learn to survive the global EV transition.
FSD Transfer Deadline Chaos Is Reshaping The Used Cybertruck Market
FSD Transfer Deadline Chaos Is Reshaping The Used Cybertruck Market
By Armen Hareyan on
The March 31 FSD deadline has passed and used 2024 Foundation Series Cybertrucks are now holding value in ways that make buying new look like the more expensive choice over time.
Lexus RX, Mazda CX-5, and Acura MDX are some of the bestselling Japanese models from their respective brands
These Are The Most Popular Cars From Each Japanese Brand In The US
By Dimitar Angelov on
There is a recurring theme on the list, and it is hardly surprising, given the popularity of crossover and SUV models.
2025 Toyota Highlander
Highlander Owner Warns of Toyota Quality Drop, Reveals Why a Non-Factory Warranty Is Your Only Win in 2026
By Denis Flierl on
Toyota’s "bulletproof" reputation faces a reality check. A 2025 Highlander owner details a dip in build quality but explains why it still beats Ford and Chevy. Learn why she’s ditching factory coverage for a non-Toyota extended warranty in 2026.
Future Forward: The BYD Atto 3 EVO Recharges in a Neon Dream
BYD’s ATTO 3 EVO Launch is a Masterclass in Vertical Integration, Rapid Charging, and the New Global Benchmark for Value-Driven Electric SUVs
By Rob Enderle on
BYD’s ATTO 3 EVO debut marks a pivot point for affordable EVs, slashing charge times and refining the "Dragon Face" design. Is this the vehicle that finally cracks the Western market?
The Passing Lane of Progress
The Middle East Powder Keg and the Electric Pivot and Why $7 Gas is the Ultimate EV Salesman and Who Wins the Survival Race
By Rob Enderle on
As instability in the Middle East sends gas prices soaring, a global pivot toward electric vehicles is accelerating. From Australia’s record-breaking surge to laggard markets, here is the roadmap for the EV transition.
2026 Acura MDX in Double Apex Blue
3 Reasons the 2026 Acura MDX SH-AWD Type S Advance Beats the Competition
By John Goreham on
There are many ways the 2026 Acura MDX is an excellent three-row SUV, but we narrowed that list to three ways we feel the MDX is best in class.
2026 GMC Sierra
6,700-Mile Engine Failure: 2026 GMC Sierra Owner Reports Lifter Collapse Despite GM’s ‘Fix’ Claims
By Denis Flierl on
6,700 miles and a failed engine? 2026 GMC Sierra owner Jacob Van Den Top reports lifter failure on his 6.2L V8, challenging GM’s claims that the valvetrain issues were resolved for 2026. Is a DFM disabler now mandatory for new truck owners?
Honda Civic in a rustic setting.
These 5 Cars Make the Most Financial Sense, Says Expert Tyler Gardner, Our Take May Surprise You
By John Goreham on
TikTok’s favorite free financial advisor has great advice on how to make a sensible vehicle choice. We like his choices, but we can add some good input on which specific trim and year are the best of each of his choices.
Tesla Model Y driving past a colorful space-themed mural in a modern city environment
Tesla Model Y Owner Cancels FSD After Comparing HW3 To HW4, Says “I’m Paying Steak Prices For Hamburger”
By Noah Washington on
A Tesla Model Y owner is canceling their FSD subscription after realizing Hardware 3 delivers a "demonstrably inferior" experience compared to Hardware 4.
Golden Tesla Cybercab concept car in a minimal studio setting with smooth aerodynamic design
Tesla Cybercab Uses The Same Beige As 1970s German Taxis, Where Wraps Proved “Removability Had Real Value”
By Noah Washington on
The Tesla Cybercab’s specific shade of beige is a secret nod to 1970s German taxis and the birth of the vehicle wrap.
Volkswagen ID.3 Neo Is VW’s “Electric Golf Moment,” Finally Feels Real With Buttons, But It Also Raises a Bigger Question
Volkswagen ID.3 Neo Is VW’s “Electric Golf Moment,” Finally Feels Real With Buttons, But It Also Raises a Bigger Question
By Armen Hareyan on
Volkswagen just renamed the ID.3 the "ID.3 Neo" and quietly admitted it got the original wrong, and what they changed reveals exactly how far behind they fell.
Image of Honda Prologue courtesy of Honda Media Support
Honda Prologue Owner’s Meltdown Exposes the Harsh Reality of EV Life Without a Home Charger
By John Goreham on
Owning an EV without a home charger can be very difficult. Here’s why one Honda Prologue owner is ditching the EV to return to cars without plugs.
2026 Prius PHEV and 2025 Tacoma TRD
Why a 2025 Toyota Tacoma Owner Traded a 6-Speed Manual for a 2026 Prius PHEV: The 'Unbeatable' 50+ MPG Win
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Tacoma owner in Alberta explains why he traded his 6MT TRD Off-Road for a 2026 Prius PHEV. While losing the manual transmission was a "major downgrade," the jump to 50+ MPG was a fuel economy win he couldn't ignore. Here is his story.
2029 Nissan Xterra teaser
The Upcoming Nissan Xterra Is The First Great Decidion The Company Has Made In a While, And Here's Why
By Dimitar Angelov on
A few things stand out from Nissan’s teaser and they all point to the next Xterra being an exciting SUV proposition.
Tesla's Semi AI4 Cameras Signal the Dawn of Autonomous Trucking, And the End of an Era for Human-Driven Rigs
These 10 Cameras on the Tesla Semi Are Not Just for Safety, But Signal the End of Human Truck Driving
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla analyst Nic Cruz Patane just posted a video of the production Tesla Semi's 10 exterior AI4 cameras, and what he says these trucks are actually designed to do is something the trucking industry is not ready to hear.
2025 Ram 1500
2025 Ram Rebel Owner Reports 8 Service Visits in 11 Months: Why He’s Warning Truck Buyers to ‘Stay Clear’
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Ram Rebel owner warns buyers to "stay clear" after 8 service visits in just 7,300 miles. From electrical failures to "unacceptable" tailgate sensors that drain the battery, here is why this owner says the Rebel fails the utility test.
Dark teaser image of new Nissan Skyline concept revealing front fascia with angular LED headlights and lightning bolt hood emblem against black background
Nissan Brings Back Skyline For Japan As Ariya Sales Collapse 98.6% And U.S. Strategy Shifts Away From EVs
By Noah Washington on
The 2026 model year marks the end of the road for the Ariya in the U.S. after a staggering 98.6% sales drop in early 2026.
Forest green Rivian R1S Gen 2 electric SUV driving through downtown city street with glass skyscrapers in background
Rivian R1S Owner Hits 90,000 Miles In One Year, Reports 2.74 mi/kWh And $14K Fuel Savings Running 300 Miles A Day
By Noah Washington on
The R1S is being hailed as a potential "Lincoln Navigator replacement" for the chauffeur industry, provided Rivian can fix its glitches. From inaccurate in-car efficiency data to a "ghosting" sales process.
Chevrolet Corvette C8 Grand Sport
The Chevrolet C8 Corvette Could Get A Manual Transmission As An OEM Aftermarket Option
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Chevrolet Corvette C8 introduced many “firsts” for the iconic sports car, but one key feature seems to be making a return.
2024 Toyota Tundra
2024 Toyota Tundra Hybrid 25K-Mile Report: One Minor Failure Before an $8,500 FOX Elite Suspension Build
By Denis Flierl on
25,000 miles and only one broken seat clip. This 2024 Toyota Tundra Hybrid owner is proving reliability exists beyond the forums, trading "mall crawler" status for an $8,500 FOX Elite & 35-inch Nitto build. Full specs and long-term reliability inside.
2025 Fiat 500e Coup Front
2025 Fiat 500e Coupe in Rose Gold Review: Who Really Needs a $35,000 EV That Only Goes 149 Miles?
By Armen Hareyan on
The tiny Italian Fiat 500e just taught me something big about how we think about cars.
Four Reasons I Kept My '24 Sierra EV Over The F-150 Lightning After Driving The Denali Edition 1 For 32,000 Miles
Four Reasons I Kept My '24 Sierra EV Over The F-150 Lightning After Driving The Denali Edition 1 For 32,000 Miles
By Armen Hareyan on
32,000 miles in, this GMC Sierra EV owner reviews the 2024 Denali Edition 1 and sites range, charging performance, software, and native navigation as top reasons, for keeping the truck over the F-150 Lightning, but U-Turns, saying if he could do it again.
GMC Sierra
2021 GMC Sierra AC Failure: Owner Spends $2,000 on Leaking Unit Only for Dealer to Disable Rear Vents
By Denis Flierl on
A 2021 GMC Sierra owner is $2,000 in the hole after a dealer AC repair left the truck with broken rear vents. As repair costs climb, we look at why Sierra owners are losing trust in dealer "special technicians" and when it's time to call an attorney.
White Ford Mustang RTR driving head-on on autumn country road with motion blur trees in background
When Vaughn Gittin Jr. Pulled the AI Alarm, He Opened a Much Bigger Story About RTR’s $110,000 Mustang
By Noah Washington on
At $110,000, the RTR Spec 3 came with 800 horsepower, a stock clutch that smelled like burning money, and a tire choice some suspect was picked by a sponsor rather than an engineer.
White Rivian R2 compact electric SUV concept on display in Rivian design studio alongside teal R2 and R1S prototypes with design sketches on wall in background
Rivian’s R2 Interior Was Decided by the CEO, Not the Market or Customers
By Noah Washington on
Rivian's lead interior designer, Andrew Morandi, has confirmed that the R2’s minimalist, screen-heavy interior was a direct choice by CEO RJ Scaringe. While the design team explored physical buttons and exposed cupholders.
New BMW iX3 electric SUV in gray on display at auto show with illuminated kidney grille and blue light backdrop
China’s Door Handle Rule Just Forced BMW to Compromise the Look of Its Most Important EVs
By Noah Washington on
BMW redesigned the first car of its most important new platform before it even went on sale, because China told it the flush door handles weren't coming in.
2024 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter
2024 Toyota Tacoma Parts Crisis: Why Dealers Can’t Find This $450 Trailhunter LED Bed Rail Cap
By Denis Flierl on
Toyota’s 2024 Tacoma Trailhunter faces a "hidden" parts crisis. Owners report dealers can’t locate OEM LED bed rail caps in the system, leaving damaged trucks vulnerable to moisture. Is a tech knowledge gap causing this $450 Tacoma repair nightmare?
Subscribe to