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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.

Rivian showroom
Tesla faces a major test as record gasoline prices drive global electric vehicle sales to new highs as rivals fight for the lead
By Chris Johnston on
Behind the surge in EV sales, a deeper shift is unfolding that goes beyond short term panic buying and this is a big test for Tesla competition, forcing carmakers to offer big discounts.
Gray Toyota bZ4X electric SUV driving on a city road with trees and motion blur
New Toyota bZ4X Owner Says It’s So Quiet He Accidentally Hit 100 MPH, Now He Gets Why EV Drivers Never Go Back
By Noah Washington on
A new Toyota bZ4X owner went from a hybrid to total silence and accidentally hit 100 mph without hearing a peep. With $6 home fill-ups and a future-forward feel, the electric transition is turning skeptics into instant reviewers.
GMC Sierra 1500 driving off-road through a rugged desert landscape with hills and natural terrain
After a 1,200-Mile Drive in a GMC Sierra 1500, One Driver Says the Biggest Danger Was How Comfortable the Truck Felt
By Noah Washington on
Driving a GMC Sierra 1,200 miles across the Southwest reveals a surprising trap: it’s so comfortable you might forget to stay awake. This "floating" luxury truck makes miles vanish, but it demands a new kind of driver discipline.
Rivian R1S electric SUV front view parked in a forest setting with soft sunlight
6-Foot Rivian Fan Says He Was Taller Than the R2’s Roofline but Still Shocked by How Roomy It Felt Inside
By Noah Washington on
Standing taller than the roof of the new Rivian R2 didn't stop one fan from being blown away by its interior room. It turns out shrinking the frame doesn't mean shrinking the space, if you can handle the lower, car-like stance.
2024 Toyota Tacoma i-FORCE
Missouri 2024 Toyota Tacoma Owner Reports Critical Oil Filter Failure at 5,000 Miles: Why Dealer Service is Under Fire
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tacoma SR5 owner in Missouri warns of a total oil filter detachment 5,000 miles after dealer service. With threads intact, the failure points to a technician torque error. Here is the technical breakdown of this Gen 4 Tacoma service risk.
2026 Chevrolet Express van
The Oldest New Car You Can Buy In The Us
By Dimitar Angelov on
The GM platform is over 30 years old and you can still buy it brand-new, but is the price right?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 family
Rising Gas Prices Were Supposed to Save EVs. Instead, They Boosted Hybrids
By John Goreham on
Hybrids are gaining market share, and EVs are losing market share in America as gas prices climb above $4 on average. Here’s what we know thus far.
2026 RAM 1500 Warlock is shown in silver
I Own a TRX. Here's Why the 2026 RAM 1500 Hurricane 6 Changed My Mind
By John Goreham on
We dive deep with the owner of virtually every modern Dodge and Ram performance vehicle on his opinion of the RAM 1500 with the six-pack engine.
2026 Toyota Highlander
2026 Toyota Highlander Owner Regrets "Upgrading" From 2017 RAV4; Cites 3 Critical Handling Flaws
By Denis Flierl on
A veteran 2017 RAV4 owner’s switch to the 2026 Toyota Highlander XLE backfires. Despite loving the 2015 model, they warn of "boat-like" handling, poor shifting, and squishy brakes. Is Toyota’s newest SUV too big for its own good? Direct owner insight.
Toyota Tundra
Toyota Tundra Owners Face $3,000 Resale Hit After Dealer Service Scratches: How to File a Diminished Value Claim
By Denis Flierl on
2026 Toyota Tundra owners report dealer service damage leading to unexpected resale value drops. If your Tundra was scratched during an oil change, a factory repaint isn't enough. Learn how to claim Diminished Value and protect your truck's equity.
Rivian R1S electric SUV driving on highway with mountains and cloudy sky
“Shadow Looked Like A Car” R1S Slams Brakes At 70 MPH… “Dropped 20 MPH” With Highway Assist, Owner Reports
By Noah Washington on
Imagine cruising at 70 mph when your car slams the brakes because it's afraid of an overpass shadow. One Rivian owner’s terrifying highway glitch exposes the messy reality of paying for "beta" autonomy features in 2026.
Mazda Iconic SP Concept
We Know Why Mazda Backtracked On The Rotary Sports Car Revival, And It Has To Do With How The Company Is Doing In North America
By Dimitar Angelov on
Strategic changes play havoc with Mazda sales, but the company is working on a way to "bounce back" on track.
Tesla Model Y at a long trip and past the lone charging station.
Lessons We Learned After Taking Our New Tesla Model Y on Its First Long Trip
By Armen Hareyan on
A new Tesla Model Y owner asked if she could drive from Missouri to Alabama without a destination charger, and an experienced owner's seven unexpected lessons changed how thousands of people think about EV road trips.
2026 Ram 1500
2026 Ram 1500 ECU Failure at 90 Miles: Owner Reports 11.7V Battery Drop and Rapid Electrical System Shutdown
By Denis Flierl on
A Watertown, NY owner’s 2026 Ram 1500 Bighorn suffered total ECU failure just 90 miles from delivery. With battery readings dropping to 11.7V and flickering dash warnings, this early-mileage breakdown highlights a critical 6th Gen Ram electrical flaw.
Tesla Cybertruck in front of an automatic car wash
I Was Trying To Sign Up for a Car Wash Monthly Plan in DFW Area and I Got Denied for The Cybertruck Dimensions
By Armen Hareyan on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner in Dallas-Fort Wort tried to sign up for a monthly car wash plan and got denied on the spot, and when you find out the unexpected reason behind it, you will want to check your nearest car wash before driving your Cybertruck there.
A Toyota RAV4 and Chevy Bolt Sit Parked Together
The Hybrid vs. EV Energy Cost Comparison No One Wants to Make
By John Goreham on
Have you ever noticed that the folks pushing you into EVs always use “gas cars” as the comparison and never hybrids? The reason is that hybrids have a cost of energy similar to EVs without the hassles and massive depreciation. Let’s look at some examples.
Tesla Cybertruck driving on open highway with snowy mountains in background highlighting electric truck performance
VIN #29 Cyberbeast Loses All Power, No Hazard Lights or Tow Mode After Battery Failure
By Noah Washington on
A $100K Cybertruck loses all power after a battery failure, leaving no hazard lights or tow mode and exposing risks in Tesla’s software-dependent systems and emergency design gaps.
2026 Honda Passport TrailSport orange SUV parked at dealership during first look with rugged wheels and black trim
Honda Paywalls Garage Door Opener That Previously Came Standard, Owners Are Not Pleased
By Noah Washington on
Honda locks a once-standard garage door opener behind a subscription, fueling backlash over paywalled features and raising concerns about automakers turning built-in hardware into recurring revenue streams.
2026 Ford F-150 Lariat
Ford F-150 Warning: Why This 2026 Lariat Owner’s $2,800 Towing Setup Needs One Specific Transmission Habit to Survive Alabama Hills
By Denis Flierl on
New 2026 Ford F-150 owner Russ Wright faces Alabama hills with a 5.0L Lariat. Is the 10-speed transmission ready? We break down the $2,800 towing protection plan and the one sensor signal F-150 owners must monitor to prevent "gear hunting" failures.
"Full Tank for $30" Kia EV6 Beats Gas Prices on Smooth Cross-Country Road Trip
"Charged for Under $30 at Buc-ee's," Says Kia EV6 Owner After Driving From SC to Louisiana as Gas Prices Rise
By Armen Hareyan on
A Kia EV6 owner just drove from South Carolina to Louisiana and charged the car for under $30 at Buc-ee's, and the four game-changing tips his fellow EV6 owners shared in the comments could save you hundreds of dollars on your next road trip.
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y Owner Denied Warranty for $1,500 "Stress Crack" Windshield Failure: Why This Is a Growing 2023–2026 MYP Problem
By Denis Flierl on
A 2023 Tesla Model Y owner in Georgia faces a $1,500 bill after a 30-inch "stress crack" appeared without impact. Despite a full factory warranty, Tesla Service denied coverage. Is this a systemic glass defect for 2023–2026 models? Get the full story.
2026 Jeep Gladiator "Red Rock"
Jeep Assembled a One-of-a-Kind Gladiator to Help Moab Volunteers, How You Can Build Something Similar
By Mary Conway on
The Easter Jeep Safari is an annual event and huge undertaking. This year, Jeep is donating a unique vehicle to help the volunteers who make it a successful weeklong outing. What you would need to build your own vehicle designed to take on Moab.
An EV driver charging his car and happy he doesn’t have to pay high gas prices
$7 Gas Is Good for the Environment and Our Future, Keep the Strait of Hormuz Closed
By Chris Johnston on
The closed Strait of Hormuz shows the weakness of fossil fuel dependence and the need to modernize with alternative transportation.
2026 Toyota Prius
2026 Toyota Prius Owner Records 1,200 Miles on 7 Gallons, Slashing Gas Costs to $45 via Solar Charging
By Denis Flierl on
San Diego owner T.A. Geairn reveals how a 5th-gen Toyota Prius achieved 160 MPG, covering 1,200 miles on a single tank. By pairing home solar with a 220V dryer splitter, they bypassed high California gas prices, reducing their total monthly fuel just $45.
2026 Ram 1500
7-Time Chevy Silverado Leaser Abandons GM for 2026 Ram 1500: "Rides Better and Is More Comfortable”
By Denis Flierl on
A longtime Chevy Silverado owner just ended a 15-year streak with GM to join the "Ram family." After leasing 7 Silverados, Shawn Fisher explains why the 2026 Ram 1500 Bighorn in Serrano Green, and the returning HEMI V8, convinced him to make the switch.
Silver Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat electric pickup truck sideways on dirt rally course with large dust cloud
F-150 Lightning Shows Just 1.5% Battery Loss After 38,000 Miles, So Why Is Ford Pulling Back on EVs?
By Noah Washington on
An F-150 Lightning hit 38,000 miles with only 1.5% battery loss, defying every fear about EV aging. While Ford pivots to hybrids, this real-world data proves these electric hearts might actually outlive the trucks they power.
White Rivian R2 electric SUV driving head-on on a two-lane highway under dramatic overcast skies with green hills in background
Rivian R2 Feels Smaller Than R1S but Keeps “Plenty of Legroom,” Early Preview Shows
By Noah Washington on
The R2 is finally here, and it’s a masterclass in space. Early testers say this compact SUV somehow keeps the "roomy" soul of its massive R1S sibling, offering a leaner, smarter path for families who don't need a tank.
2026 Honda Prelude hybrid coupe in Boost Blue parked on desert road with mountains and reflective lake in background
2026 Honda Prelude Buyer Gets 40+ MPG but Says It’s “For a Ridiculously Specific Minority”
By Noah Washington on
Honda’s new Prelude is a beautiful, 40-MPG hybrid coupe that almost nobody is buying. It’s a "ridiculously specific" car for those who want stunning looks and efficiency over raw speed, a rare cult classic in the making.
A sleek, light blue 2024 Honda Prologue with shiny black and white rims is parked by a tranquil lakeside. Bare trees and a rustic cabin create a peaceful, scenic backdrop.
2024 Honda Prologue Owner Shares Their 1 Year Experience After Replacing a Toyota Highlander and Cutting Monthly Fuel Costs by 84%
By Aram Krajekian on
A 2024 Honda Prologue owner shares a detailed account into what daily life looks like after replacing a gas SUV.
Red GMC Yukon Denali being towed on a flatbed truck on a sunny day. The background shows a highway with light traffic and green grass.
A GMC Yukon Denali 6.2L at 37,000 Miles Leaves Owner Stranded Just 3,000 Miles After Recall Repair
By Aram Krajekian on
A GMC Yukon Denali shuts down in traffic just 3,000 miles after a recall, leaving its owner stranded and questioning if the repair even fixed anything.
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