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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.

Tesla Cybertruck, MKBHD
Marques Brownlee Says Tesla Cut All Communication With Him After He Sold His Cybertruck. He Adds, “I Had a Cybertruck & a Rivian R1T & I Didn’t Want To Keep Both”
By Tinsae Aregay on
MKBHD shares that Tesla is refusing to loan him a Model Y for a review video on his channel. MKBHD says that Tesla cut off all communication with him after he sold his Cybertruck, and he hasn’t heard back from the EV maker since.
2025 Toyota RAV4
2025 Toyota RAV4 Burning Smell: Analyzing Transmission Thermal Soak and Idle Temps
By Denis Flierl on
It started with a dash warning, but it ended with the smell of a truck-stop disaster. Rachel Lynn just wanted a reliable 2025 Toyota RAV4, but three days after driving it off the lot, she’s facing a nightmare every new car owner fears.
2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV electric pickup truck in red, front three-quarter view off-roading on desert terrain with rugged tires and bold grille design.
Chevy Silverado EV LT Extended Range Owner Praises Towing Stability, Claiming 'Far More Pleasant Than My Suburban' While Hauling a Trailer for 150-170 Miles
By Noah Washington on
A 2026 Chevy Silverado EV owner is stunning the trucking community by claiming his electric rig offers a "far more pleasant" towing experience than his previous gas-guzzling Suburban.
2024 Lucid Air electric sedan driving through snowy landscape in Norway, front view with illuminated LED light strip and winter performance setting.
Lucid Air Owner Reports “Missing My 'i' From Logo” And Criticizes Lucid's Response To Send A Flatbed For A Simple Fix, Goes on To Say “I’ll Get It Sorted at 10k Mile Complimentary Service”
By Noah Washington on
A Lucid Air owner is calling out the brand’s "absurd" service response after they offered to flatbed his car just to replace a missing 'i' from the rear logo.
Alex Olvera's 2024 Ford F-150
Ford F-150 10-Speed Transmission: How to Manage Thermal Limits During Heavy Towing
By Denis Flierl on
Forget the owner's manual. I’ve seen 10-speed Ford gearboxes cook themselves on I-70 because drivers trust the tech too much. One panicked V8 owner is hitting the alarm: "Will I be stranded?" Here is the "lock-out" trick the dealer won't mention.
The 2025 Toyota Tacoma TRD Has Great Looks and Innovation, But Tough Compromises on Power and Price Overall
The 2025 Toyota Tacoma TRD Has Great Looks and Innovation, But Tough Compromises on Power and Price Overall
By Armen Hareyan on
After a week behind the wheel of the 2025-2026 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro in Charlotte, NC, I found one clever innovation that genuinely impressed me, and one surprising compromise that buyers won’t see coming.
2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid
Honda CR-V Hybrid Maintenance: Why Experts Advise Long-Term Cooling System Protection
By Denis Flierl on
A Honda Master Tech is worried about his 2024 Honda CRV Hybrid and just purchased a 10 year warranty to protect his investment. Here is his warning for Honda CR-V Hybrid owners.
2016 Jeep Wrangler
Why the Stellantis Recent "Do Not Drive" Warning is an Important Reminder for All Drivers to Check for Recalls
By Mary Conway on
The parent company of Chrysler, Dodge, Ram and Jeep recently told 225,000 owners to not drive their vehicles because they haven't had their air bags fixed. This problem could affect millions of other drivers.
2026 Ram 1500 Bighorn
2026 Ram 1500 Instrument Cluster Failure: Your Rights Under Recall #25V826
By Denis Flierl on
“It went that high.” After 6 failed shop visits for a total tech blackout and body defects, one 2026 Ram owner got a shock from a company VP: “Just trade it in.” Is the new Bighorn a $60K lemon? Here’s why he’s refusing the offer and fighting back.
Lucid's Cuts Salaried Workers, But Spares Manufacturing Is This Cost Discipline Ahead of Growth or Cost Containment Ahead of a Crunch
Lucid's Cuts Salaried Workers, But Spares Manufacturing: Is This Cost Discipline Ahead of Growth or Cost Containment Ahead of a Crunch?
By Armen Hareyan on
How Lucid Motors' latest workforce reduction could signal deeper shifts in its EV strategy and survival odds.
4th Gen Toyota Tacoma
Toyota Tacoma 8-Speed Automatic: Off-Road Gear Hunting and 4LO Shifting Limits
By Denis Flierl on
A 4th-Gen Toyota Tacoma Owner found a flaw that’s a trail dealbreaker. Why can’t he manually shift in 4LO? Owners are calling it a "ruined" experience. Is Toyota over-engineering the fun out of 4x4s?
2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy SUV parked at dealership, showing bold front grille, premium wheels, and upscale exterior styling
A 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy Owner Is 'VERY Impressed' After 175 Miles, Claiming His Son's Genesis GV70 Offers Nothing Substantial More and Costs Significantly More
By Noah Washington on
A 2026 Hyundai Palisade owner is "very impressed" after discovering his hybrid flagship offers more features than his son’s pricier Genesis GV70.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric SUV driving on an open desert highway, showcasing modern exterior design, LED headlights, and aerodynamic profile
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Leaseholder Asks 'What Happens to the Car Afterwards?' When $37K Buyout Is Double Its $18K-$20K Market Value, Uncovering Dealer Disinterest
By Noah Washington on
A Hyundai Ioniq 5 leaseholder was stunned to find their car’s buyout price is $17,000 higher than its current value, only to be told the car is headed to a "secret" dealer-only auction.
2024 Toyota Tacoma being serviced at a dealership
A Toyota Tacoma Owner Went in for a Simple Oil Change and the Dealer Broke the Oil Filter Housing Sparking This Quick Q&A
By Armen Hareyan on
A routine Toyota Tacoma oil change went wrong when the dealership broke the oil filter housing. Here’s what truck owners need to know to avoid costly mistakes.
2026 Jeep Wrangler Willys 392
Jeep's February Drop is its Most Affordable HEMI Wrangler Yet, the 2026 Wrangler Willys 392
By Mary Conway on
Jeep appears to have learned its lesson about Wranglers being too expensive. The 2026 Wrangler Willys 392 is about 30 grand cheaper than some previous HEMI models.
2025 Ford F-150 and Toyota Tundra
Ford F-150 vs. Toyota Tundra: Why One Owner is Trading a 2025 Ford for a Recalled Tundra to Escape Repeat Failures
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Ford F-150 is willing to take a risk on a recalled Toyota Tundra because he’s fed up with his F-150. Is it a high-risk gamble he should take, and why is he “done” with Ford? Check out what truck buyers need to know.
Chevrolet Bolt EV electric hatchback parked on a beach with ocean and sand dunes in the background.
A Chevy Bolt Buyer Discovers His Dealership 'Failed to Report' the Sale to the IRS, Potentially Costing Him the Federal EV Tax Credit and Delaying Crucial Debt Repayment
By Noah Washington on
A Chevy Bolt owner’s "guaranteed" $4,000 rebate is currently in limbo after his dealer failed to report the sale to the IRS within the mandatory 72-hour window.
Blue Tesla Model X electric SUV with falcon-wing doors open, parked on a scenic overlook in a rural landscape.
A Tesla Model X Owner Reports 'Half Shaft Issue' For the Third Time on His 2020 Model X With 110,000 Miles, Quoted $2,674.98 For Repair After Previous Fixes Lasted Less Than a Year
By Noah Washington on
A 2020 Model X owner is facing his third drivetrain failure in 12 months, with a massive repair quote that Tesla claims is a "new" issue despite identical symptoms.
2026 Ram 1500 Rebel X
After Billions in EV Investment Losses, Stellantis Leans into What Customers Want. That's Why the 2026 Ram 1500 Rebel X is Back
By Mary Conway on
Stellantis wrote down $26 billion in EV investments this month. Now, its brands, like Ram, are giving customers more vehicles they want and more bang for their buck.
JD Power EV Satisfaction Survey
The Electrifying Resilience of the Electric Dream: Why EV Satisfaction is Hitting Record Highs in a Post-Credit World
By Rob Enderle on
Despite the end of federal tax credits, the 2026 U.S. EVX Ownership Study reveals record-high satisfaction. Tesla and Ford lead the charge as EV owners prove they aren't looking back.
BMW 1X3 On The Road
The 500-Mile Milestone: Why the BMW iX3 Neue Klasse is the Final Nail in the ICE (Internal Combustion Engine)Coffin
By Rob Enderle on
BMW’s Neue Klasse iX3 arrives with a staggering 500-mile range and 400kW charging, finally challenging the internal combustion engine’s last stronghold: the psychological barrier of the long-distance open road.
Ford Moving Towards The Future
Ford’s $30,000 Gamble: Inside the Universal EV Platform and the Hunt for the Affordable Truck Crown
By Rob Enderle on
Ford’s "Bounty Hunter" engineers just revealed the secret sauce behind their $30,000 electric pickup. Can radical "unicasting" and F1-inspired aero reclaim the affordable truck crown from rising global rivals?
Tesla Autopilot Evolution
Tesla Tethers the Hype: California DMV Settlement Marks the End of the "Autopilot" Era
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla narrowly avoids a California sales ban by settling with the DMV, agreeing to drop misleading "Autopilot" marketing. This landmark shift signals a new era of accountability for autonomous driving claims.
2025 Honda Pilot
Maintenance Minder vs. The 5,000-Mile Rule: Protecting Your 2025 Honda Pilot Engine
By Denis Flierl on
Is your 2025 Honda Pilot hiding a $11,000 engine trap? I’m revealing why following that dashboard light could be a disaster. See the 'glitter' found at 800 miles, and why my 30 years of experience says to swap your oil now before the damage is done.
Nissan IDx concept could preview a potential Silvia successor
3 Models I Think Nissan Should Bring Back In Order To Survive
By Dimitar Angelov on
Nissan is at a precipice, and similar to Toyota, it can delve into its past in order to secure a future.
White Tesla Model Y electric SUV front view on a clean minimalist background
A Tesla Model 3 Owner Says ”Pre-Warranty Inspection Pays Out Nicely” After a $189 Checkup Uncovers a $1,000+ Repair Just Before Basic Warranty Expiration
By Noah Washington on
A Model 3 owner just saved over a thousand dollars in out-of-pocket repairs by spending less than $200 on a proactive dealer visit.
Gray Ford F-150 Lightning Flash electric pickup truck front three-quarter view parked on pavement
Ford F-150 Lightning Owner Confronted by Dealer Staff for Using 'Paid Public Chargers,' Told 'That's Not Allowed' Despite Paying $0.80/kWh and Spending $60 for the Charge
By Noah Washington on
An F-150 Lightning driver was treated like a trespasser at a Ford dealership while paying a premium of $0.80/kWh to save his truck from a low battery.
Tesla shows wireless charging for the Cybercab
FCC Allows Tesla To Use a Radio Technology To Wirelessly Charge The Cybercab, And This Is How Tesla Wants To Do It
By Armen Hareyan on
The FCC has granted Tesla a waiver to use ultra-wideband radio technology to precisely align and wirelessly charge its upcoming Cybercab robotaxi: a move that could quietly reshape how autonomous EVs refuel without plugs, ports, or human intervention.
2022 Toyota Highlander
Toyota Highlander Transmission Failure: Explaining the $8,000 Repair Affecting 2020-2024 Models
By Denis Flierl on
The "unbreakable" Highlander crown is slipping. 800 miles past the warranty, a terrifying cabin howl is bankrupting families. Is this the end of the legend? We’re investigating the $9k repair nightmare Toyota won’t admit. Owners, don’t ignore the hum.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owners Are Looking To Launch A Class-Action Lawsuit Against Tesla For Fraudulent Claims – One Owner Says He Only Bought A Cybertruck Because Of A Future Promise That Hasn’t Been Met
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla Cybertruck owners are considering suing Tesla over the cancellation of the range-extender battery pack. One owner says his truck gets only 240 miles of daily range, and he wouldn’t have spent $135,000 without the promise of extra range.
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