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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 Drag Strip Mode: Using Cheetah Stance For a Burst of Acceleration

By Jeremy Johnson on March 24, 2023 - 10:20AM EDT

Tesla released a video showing off its drag strip mode. It's like a cheetah getting ready to do a sprint. Here's how it works.

Image showing Apple CarPlay icons on the Lucid Air's Glass Cockpit display and control screen.

Lucid Roundup: CarPlay Update, Studios And More

By James Walker on March 24, 2023 - 9:40AM EDT

Lucid OTA updates every Air with CarPlay as dozens of Apple employees visit the EV maker's Newark, California headquarters. Here's a roundup of all the latest Lucid news.

The Subaru BRZ Will Get A Turbocharged Engine? A New Report Says Yes

By Denis Flierl on March 24, 2023 - 7:58AM EDT

A new report from Japan says the next-generation Subaru BRZ coming in 2025 will have a turbocharged engine. Check out the information here.

CR Says Subaru Forester Is The Best Compact SUV $25-$35K For Active Safety

By Denis Flierl on March 24, 2023 - 6:18AM EDT

How safe is the 2023 Subaru Forester? Consumer Reports ranks the best compact SUVs priced from $25,000 to $35,000 with active safety features. See where the Forester ranks now.

Amprius Battery Is Most Energy Dense Battery: Could Accelerate eVTOL Production

By Jeremy Johnson on March 23, 2023 - 9:23PM EDT

Sandy Munro shares information about the most energy dense battery we've seen. It's a battery from Amprius at 500 Wh/kg.

Things To Think About If You Are Considering An EV Pickup Or Car

By Marc Stern on March 23, 2023 - 3:47PM EDT

If you are thinking of buying an electric vehicle, there are some things to think about that should go into the equation. Torque News has looked at some of the features you should consider in this report.

Tesla Has a Secret Update for the 2023 Model Y: Project Juniper

By Jeremy Johnson on March 23, 2023 - 3:30PM EDT

We have a video that shows a secret update for the Tesla Model Y in 2023. Here's what it is.

Ford Sees Loss Of $3B This Year On EVs, Improving To Profit in 2026

By Marc Stern on March 23, 2023 - 3:21PM EDT

Ford is projecting major electric vehicle losses to continue until 2026 when the automaker expects production to hit two million a year. Says the CFO, the automaker is treating its new EV division as a startup within the automaker.

Tesla Expects to Lose the $7,500 Tax Credit for the Model 3 RWD: What Tesla Will Do To Counter This

By Jeremy Johnson on March 23, 2023 - 3:11PM EDT

Tesla expects that it will lose the $7,500 tax credit for the Model 3 RWD - However, Tesla has a plan to counter this.

Tesla Is Offering an Extended Warranty on Its Vehicles: Everything You Need to Know

By Jeremy Johnson on March 23, 2023 - 2:52PM EDT

Tesla is offering a new product and it is an extended warranty on its vehicles. Here's everything you need to know.

2020 Subaru Forester, 2020 Subaru Outback

CR Says These 2 Subaru Models Are Among The 10 Most Popular Used Cars Today

By Denis Flierl on March 23, 2023 - 7:07AM EDT

Here are ten vehicles that are the most popular used models on Consumer Reports webpage this year. In addition, they are the most searched vehicles by people visiting their site. See why two Subaru models are popular with used SUV shoppers this year.

Any Guesses? A New Subaru Wilderness Model Will Be Revealed April 5 At The NYIAS

By Denis Flierl on March 23, 2023 - 6:09AM EDT

Subaru announced a new Wilderness Edition is coming on April 5, 2023. Any guesses on which Subaru model it will be?

Is the Tesla Humanoid Robot Already Helping Tesla Build Its Cars?

By Jeremy Johnson on March 22, 2023 - 7:16PM EDT

There are some who think that the Tesla humanoid robot is already helping Tesla build its vehicles.

The Math Behind Tesla Getting to 20 Million Vehicles Per Year

By Jeremy Johnson on March 22, 2023 - 7:02PM EDT

There is some math that was done to show how Tesla gets to 20 million vehicles per year. Here's what it is.

Giga Berlin: 1 Year Later at 4,000 Per Week Run Rate

By Jeremy Johnson on March 22, 2023 - 6:45PM EDT

Giga Berlin opened a year ago and it now has a run rate of 4,000 vehicles per week.

Image of Ford BlueCruise by John Goreham

5 Features The Ford F-150 Lightning Offers That Tesla’s Cybertruck Likely Won’t

By John Goreham on March 22, 2023 - 3:09PM EDT

The Tesla Cybertruck is still imaginary but may become a reality in late 2023 for a small number of owners. Here are some features Cybertruck buyers will likely forgo that they could have in a Ford F-150 Lighting today.

Affordability - The Average New Car Price Is Now $49K, Subaru Drops To $35,406

By Denis Flierl on March 22, 2023 - 10:17AM EDT

Are Subaru vehicles affordable? A new report from Kelley Blue Book says Subaru's average transaction price has dropped. See how Subaru of America's pricing compares with other automakers this year.

Remember The Subaru Outback Sport? Report Says It’s Coming Back Soon As A Levorg

By Denis Flierl on March 22, 2023 - 6:14AM EDT

Sources close to Subaru say a new model named after the Impreza Outback Sport will be added to its lineup. So the Japanese automaker's latest crossover SUV will be called the Levorg Outback Sport. Check the new report here.

Tesla Model 3 Is Actually Much Cheaper Than a Toyota Prius

By Jeremy Johnson on March 21, 2023 - 10:45PM EDT

We have some data that shows a Tesla Model 3 being much cheaper than a Toyota Prius.

Project Highland Model 3 Changes Exposed: The Changes Coming For the Model 3 This Year

By Jeremy Johnson on March 21, 2023 - 10:26PM EDT

We have some leaked information that shows the upcoming changes for the Tesla Model 3: Project Highland, that are expected to happen this year.

Ford F-150 Lightning frunk image by John Goreham

Ford F-150 Lightning Solves Single Biggest Downside to Pickups

By John Goreham on March 21, 2023 - 1:45PM EDT

I like big frunks, and I cannot lie...Here is why you will love the Ford F-150 Lightning's front cargo space.

Tesla Semi To Receive a Significant Boost After CA Bans Diesel Trucks

By Armen Hareyan on March 21, 2023 - 1:04PM EDT

Tesla Compact Car -VS- Aptera: Will They Compete For Sales?

By Jeremy Johnson on March 21, 2023 - 11:05AM EDT

Tesla and Aptera are releasing affordable EVs. Will they compete or have separate markets?

Image of Tesla Model 3 courtesy of Tesla, Inc. media support.

Used Tesla Model 3 Prices Drop 22% In Just Six Months

By John Goreham on March 21, 2023 - 10:05AM EDT

New data shows that the Tesla Model 3 is a used car with values dropping like a stone. Prices have dropped by five digits in just six months.

Tesla China's Blockbuster Quarter: An Irresistible Success Amid Controversies

By Armen Hareyan on March 21, 2023 - 9:48AM EDT

Tesla China is poised for a blockbuster quarter, with strong weekly insurance registrations reaching over 18,000 units during the week of March 13-19, 2023. The electric vehicle (EV) maker has sold around 49,000 vehicles domestically in March so far, indicating significant growth in the world's largest automotive market.

U.S. News Shuts Subaru Out Again - No Best New Family Cars This Year

By Denis Flierl on March 21, 2023 - 9:14AM EDT

Where is Subaru in the latest U.S. News 2023 Best Cars for Families? See which brands and cars get the top awards and why the 2023 Subaru Forester, Outback, Ascent, Solterra, and Legacy are missing.

Let’s Stop Pretending Electric Vehicles Like Ford’s Lightning Won’t Work In Winter

By John Goreham on March 21, 2023 - 9:01AM EDT

Electric vehicle fans and owners will make EVs work in winter by adapting to and overcoming obstacles, just like all vehicle owners do. Of course the 2023 Ford F-150 Lighting works in winter.