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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 Cybertruck
A Cybertruck Buyer Says, “I Need Help Getting My Money Back from Tesla” – Adds “I Rejected the Cybertruck Delivery Because The Truck Has a Missing Pillar, but Now Tesla Is Refusing to Refund My $15,582 Deposit”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck buyer says he went to pick up his brand-new truck, but Tesla tried to deliver it with a large trim piece missing. He rejected the delivery and canceled his order, but now he’s having trouble getting his $15,582 down payment back.
A blue 2026 Kia EV9 with modern styling drives on a winding road through green hills and mountains, conveying a sense of adventure and freedom.
I Keep Hearing About EV Range Anxiety, But I Charge My Tesla Model 3 and Kia EV9 Overnight at Home for Pennies With Great Range
By Aram Krajekian on
Range anxiety gets thrown at EVs all the time, yet this owner shows how charging a Tesla Model 3 and Kia EV9 at home flips the narrative when compared to his Mustang.
Xavier Aleman's Tesla Model 3 and Model Y in the garage
Tesla Model 3 Owner Says, “Tesla Insurance is By Far the Cheapest, But I'm Getting Scammed With Excessive Speeding While Barely Going 40 MPH”
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Model 3 owner is concerned about Tesla's "excessive speeding" being reported on his insurance. Other owners are frustrated, saying their score drops even at low speeds and when FSD isn't active. Is this a glitch or something else?
2025 Toyota Tacoma Limited and 2023 GMC Canyon AT4
I Traded My 2023 GMC Canyon AT4 For This 2025 Toyota Tacoma Limited, the Canyon’s Road Noise Drove Me Crazy, But This Tacoma Is a Lot Quieter
By Denis Flierl on
Road noise was driving a GMC Canyon AT4 owner crazy, so Mathew traded it for a new Tacoma Limited. He says the new truck is "a lot quieter" than the GMC. Discover more about the 4th-generation Toyota Tacoma and see if you can relate. 
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Almost Burned Down His House While Charging His Cybertruck – Adds, “I Got an Error Notification While Charging My Truck, Went to the Garage, and Found It Filled with Smoke”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports he found his garage filled with smoke, nearly causing a fire while he was charging his truck. He states that the issue was that the electrical cable in his new house was insufficient for the Cybertruck’s charging needs.
Tesla Cybertruck
Early Cybertruck Owners Are Launching a Petition to Pressure Tesla and Elon Musk to Give Them the Same Perks as Later Buyers
By Tinsae Aregay on
Foundation Series Cybertruck owners, who are among the first few thousand to purchase a Cybertruck, are demanding that Tesla give them the same perks that the EV maker is offering to new Cybertruck buyers.
Consumer Reports List of Recommended Used Cars Under $5,000
Best Used Cars and SUVs for Less Than $5,000: Consumer Reports Top Picks
By Timothy Boyer on
Looking for a reliable used car under $5,000? According to a recent Consumer Reports analysis, there are several older Toyota, Honda, Mazda, and Nissan models that combine affordability with proven dependability, making them excellent choices.
2025 Toyota Prius Nightshade AWD offers an amazingly-low price of just $36K
The $35K 2025 Toyota Prius AWD Nightshade Offers A Price That No AWD Battery-Electric Vehicle Can Rival
By John Goreham on
We lay out why the 2025 Toyota Prius AWD Nightshade makes sense for those seeking a green AWD vehicle at an affordable price point.
Anne Bishop in a black dress smiles while standing besides her red Tesla Model S on a scenic road. The background features greenery and a view of the ocean under a clear sky.
My Lemon Tesla Model S Sparked a Legal Battle in Australia That Could Damage Tesla’s Reputation Worldwide
By Aram Krajekian on
This Certified Pre-Owned Tesla Model S owner thought her car would last decades, but the legal precedent she may set in Australia could prove catastrophic for Tesla’s public image.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 in blue, front three-quarter view, showcasing distinctive headlights and alloy wheels against a mountainous backdrop.
My Hyundai Ioniq 5 Developed A Burning Smell That Made It Hard To Breathe, And After Fighting The Dealer For A Month, The New Charge Port Didn't Fix The Problem
By Noah Washington on
He smelled something burning in his Hyundai Ioniq 5, and the smell got so bad he could barely breathe. After a month of fighting, the dealer replaced a faulty part, but now a lingering smell is making him dizzy and lightheaded.
2025 Tesla Model Y, white, front three-quarter view, driving on a desert road with dust clouds.
I Transported A Canoe On My 2024 Tesla Model Y, And The Car Suddenly Slammed On Its Brakes At 43 MPH When The Tie-Down Rope Triggered Phantom Pedestrian Detection
By Noah Washington on
He was driving his 2024 Tesla Model Y with a canoe on top when it suddenly phantom-braked on the highway. The terrifying cause? The car's computer mistook the tie-down rope for a pedestrian.
2025 Lexus NX350
Lexus NX Ranked The Safest Car Under $22,000, While Not A Single European Vehicle Ranks In Top 10
By Dimitar Angelov on
Based on two important factors, these are the 10 safest vehicles in this price point.
2025 Toyota 4Runner
“Well, it's Official, 1,800 Miles In, and My 2025 Toyota 4Runner is Getting a New Transmission, Ugh, I’m So Disappointed, It’s Exactly Why I Leased Though”
By Denis Flierl on
Early adopters of the 2025 Toyota 4Runner are facing an unexpected reality. One owner's transmission failed after only 1,800 miles, sparking concerns about the new model's reliability and its shared components with the Tacoma. Is this a widespread issue?
2022 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2
2022 Chevy Silverado ZR2 Owner Says, “I Can’t Feel the Power of the New 0W-40 Oil in my 6.2L, My ECM Update Failed, and Now the Truck Won’t Start, You Can't Make This Stuff Up”
By Denis Flierl on
After his 2022 Chevy Silverado recall, this owner was confident in his truck's 6.2-liter engine. But a week later, an unexpected update left his truck dead. Find out why his simple fix led to a surprising turn of events.
New Tacoma and Tundra Models Warning from Toyota Mechanic
As a Toyota Master Tech I have Worked on Tundra and Tacoma For Over 60 Hours This Past Week, But I'm Only Going To Get Paid 23 Hours
By Timothy Boyer on
A recent viral post by a Toyota Master Tech has shined a harsh light on the realities of working on new Toyota trucks, especially the redesigned Tundra and Tacoma.
A sleek, modern white Tesla Model Y Juniper is illuminated against a dark background. The front view highlights its aerodynamic design and minimalistic style. Shadows create a dramatic, futuristic tone.
I Was Quoted $4,100 to Fix My Son’s Tesla Model Y Juniper, But Geico Valued the Damage at $990 Through the Same Authorized Shop
By Aram Krajekian on
A Tesla Model Y repair left one family stuck between two very different numbers, and what unfolded says a lot about how cost determinations really work.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited shown DC charging using an NACS to CCS adapter
EV Charging In Public Is Certainly Doable, But You'd Better Get Used to Adapters - We Charge an NACS-Equipped Ioniq 5 Using Multiple Adapters as Well as At a Supercharger
By John Goreham on
Vehicles are switching to NACS from CCS and J-Plug connectors. This may end up positive, but it’s still a cumbersome procedure. Here’s our experience using what we consider to be the best EV sold in America, the Hyundai Ioniq 5.
Blue Tesla Model 3 with a Porsche badge instead of the Tesla logo. Car is seen from the rear in a garage, the Dual Motor label is visible, reflecting a playful tone.
I’m Curious Why People Choose the Tesla Model Y When the Model 3 Has Longer Range, Handles Better, Looks Sportier, and Costs Less
By Aram Krajekian on
The Tesla Model 3 may win on paper, but numbers don’t always tell the whole story. Here's why the Model Y’s practicality is resonating with many owners and proving why it’s the go-to choice for families.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He’s Run Into a Major Issue With His Truck & Tesla Hasn’t Been Able to Identify the Problem
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says after 12,000 miles, he’s run into his first major issue with his truck. He’s sent his Cybertruck to Tesla service, but after a week, the EV maker has yet to figure out the root cause of the issue.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
I Just Had a 48-Hour Tesla Cybertruck Demo, Now I’m Thinking Of Selling My Ford F-150 To Get A Cybertruck, But I Have Questions
By Denis Flierl on
A long-time Ford F-150 owner is about to jump ship and buy a Tesla Cybertruck. What are the real-world ramifications, and what should ICE truck buyers be aware of if they make a switch to electric? Is Jason asking enough of the right questions? 
Red electric car charging at a forest campsite, surrounded by tall green trees. A wooden picnic table is on the left, evoking a serene, eco-friendly vibe.
I Slept In My 2025 Tesla Model 3 Using Camp Mode For 14% Battery Per Night And Drove 500 Miles Using Only Free Chargers In Appalachian Mountain Towns
By Noah Washington on
He slept in his new 2025 Tesla Model 3 using Camp Mode, and after a 500-mile road trip, he reveals his secret… he never paid for charging, thanks to a surprising network of free chargers in Appalachian towns.
A sleek black electric SUV with distinctive round headlights and a glossy finish, parked on a grassy area surrounded by trees.
I Added 1,000 Pounds Of Ballistic Armor To A Rivian R1S That Can Stop .308 Caliber Rounds, And Still Manage 2.5 Miles Per kWh On The Highway
By Noah Washington on
He turned his Rivian R1S into a discreet fortress, adding 1,000 pounds of ballistic armor to protect against rifle fire. The most shocking part? It still gets the same range on the highway.
2025 Lucid Air Touring
I Leased a Lucid Air Touring After Replacing My Tesla Model Y Due To the Elon Issues, Now I’m Sitting In My Lucid On the Side of the Road With a Flat Tire
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Model Y owner was no longer able to deal with the Elon issues that surround the automaker. Now he's sitting on the side of the road with a flat tire and wondering if he made the right decision. Did he make the right choice? Check out Pete's story.
Image of white 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited atop a mountain in New Hampshire with scenic Vista.
Can You Recapture The Energy Used to Climb a Mountain in an Electric Vehicle When You Descend the Hill? We Answer Using a Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited
By John Goreham on
We ran a 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited up a mountain in New Hampshire and recorded our state of charge. Here’s how much braking energy we were able to recapture on the way back down.
2025 Toyota Tacoma iForce Max TRD Off Road
Meet My $1,000 Per Month 2025 Toyota Tacoma iForce Max TRD Off Road, and No, I’m Not Worried About the Payment 
By Denis Flierl on
Matias shares his new 2025 Toyota Tacoma iForce Max TRD Off Road pickup with the Tacoma owners Facebook group. He is open about his payment, which is $1,000 per month. Check out the comments and what it will take to make those payments. 
2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
My 2025 VW Atlas Going 65 MPH Made a Noise Like Dragging Paint Cans, After Being Towed In, the Dealer Said the Rear Axle Wasn’t Even Bolted To the Differential
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport owner reports a disturbing failure while going 65 mph. His SUV started making a strange noise, eventually died, and after being towed to the dealer, he found out the rear axle was not even bolted to the differential.
2025 Polestar 2, front view in snow, featuring a white exterior, distinctive headlights, and a minimalist grille.
Testing The 2026 Polestar 2 With Bowers & Wilkins Sound System Convinced Me This Bug-Free EV Is What Polestar Always Intended To Build
By Noah Washington on
One of the first owners of the 2026 Polestar 2 says the new Bowers & Wilkins sound system is "phenomenal." Find out what makes this revised EV a joy to drive and to sit in.
2022 Tesla Model Y, black, side view, featuring distinctive wheels and a clean exterior after 200,000 miles.
After 200,000 Miles Using My 2022 Tesla Model Y For Rideshare, Battery Only Lost 52 Miles Of Range And Required Just One $582 Powertrain Repair
By Noah Washington on
A 2022 Tesla Model Y just proved its worth in gold for one rideshare driver. Read the story of a rideshare driver who put 200,000 miles on his EV and found it to be surprisingly reliable.
2025 Chevy Silverado LT Trail Boss
2025 Chevy Silverado LT Trail Boss Owner Says, “Man, I’m Just Not 100 Percent On My Decision To Go ‘Different’ With These Fuel Rebels In Bronze”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Chevy Silverado LT Trail Boss owner is into customization, but isn't sure about his decision about its wheels. A vehicle's wheels can either make or brake the Silverado's look. Did he make the right choice? It's subjective, but what do you think? 
2023 Toyota Highlander XSE
I Got A Great Deal On a 2023 Toyota Highlander, and Then Found Out Why the Deal Was So Good Because the Dealer Sold Me a FWD Car
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Highlander owner got a great deal on a 2023 model, but when he got home, he found out why. He thought he was buying an AWD Highlander and it turned out to be FWD instead. Who is to blame in this unfortunate situation, the dealer or the owner?
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