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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.

Rivian Just Might Be the Best Off-Road Vehicle

Why the Rivian is the Holy Grail of AWD Systems

By Timothy Boyer on June 11, 2022 - 10:25AM

Is an independently controlled electric motor on each wheel in a truck the way to go for achieving off-road excellence? Here’s an informative video that explains how this makes the Rivian R1 T the Holy Grail of AWD systems and why you would want one.

Toyota Tacoma Is the Least Depreciating Vehicle Of 2022, Here’s Why

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 11, 2022 - 9:27AM

The numbers have come out and it turns out that your Toyota Tacoma will not lose its value as fast as the other cars. Is that why the second-hand Tacoma market is so expensive?

2022 Subaru Outback, 2022 Subaru Solterra

10 Best Beach Cars - KBB Says Subaru Outback And Solterra Are Top Picks

By Denis Flierl on June 11, 2022 - 8:39AM

Check out the ten best beach cars of 2022. See why the 2022 Subaru Outback and 2023 Solterra EV check all the right boxes.

Most Discounted New Cars to Buy Right Now

By Timothy Boyer on June 11, 2022 - 7:57AM

Here’s Consumer Reports’ analyst’s most recent selection this month of 10 new car models that includes full-sized trucks which right now are now selling below their MSRP sticker values.

2022 Subaru Impreza, 2022 Subaru Outback

Subaru Shuts Down Impreza To Make More Room For The Hot Outback Midsize SUV

By Denis Flierl on June 11, 2022 - 5:55AM

The 2022 Subaru Impreza is one of the best compact cars, but why do sales keep falling? There are two reasons and one involves the 2022 Outback.

Tesla Announces 3 to 1 Stock Split!

By Jeremy Johnson on June 11, 2022 - 12:27AM

Tesla has recently announced that it will split its stock 3 to 1. This is a good sign that Tesla feels confident in their future and that the company is going to continue to increase production, improve their vehicles, and meet their goals for the future.

Tesla’s 4680 Cells Prove Revolutionary As Refreshed Model Y Revealed To Have A Small 50KWh Battery Pack

By Tinsae Aregay on June 10, 2022 - 9:03PM

Tesla first began delivering the refreshed Model Y at the Giga Texas opening ceremony. Despite having 4680 cells and a structural battery pack, the vehicle only has a 279-mile EPA range. At the time Tesla said the small battery pack was the reason for the limited range. And today we learned that the refreshed Model Y only has a 50KWh battery pack.

Image of the production-ready Lightyear 0 at its online debut.

Lightyear 0 Is The World's First Solar-Electric Production Car

By James Walker on June 10, 2022 - 12:54PM

Innovative Dutch EV adds range by harnessing the Sun's energy rather than adding heavy batteries.

Check Out This Wild New Supercar From Maserati

By John Goreham on June 10, 2022 - 11:06AM

The new Maserati MC20 Cielo is a mind-blowing example of a supercar done right.

2023 Subaru Crosstrek features, pricing, fuel mileage

CR’s 7 Quietest Compact SUVs - Subaru Crosstrek Drops To 7th

By Denis Flierl on June 10, 2022 - 10:36AM

Which small SUVs have the quietest cabins? Check out the seven compact SUVs that are easy on your ears. The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek is here, and it's one of the top models for small SUV shoppers.

2023 Nissan Altima Gets 3 Big Changes This Year - Images

By John Goreham on June 10, 2022 - 10:07AM

The Nissan Altima gets a makeover for the new model year. Here are the changes shoppers need to know about.

Consumer Reports Best New SUV Incentive Deals for Early Summer

By Timothy Boyer on June 10, 2022 - 7:05AM

Here are the latest selections on what 2022 models right now that are the best SUV deals available today with current attractive incentives offered by dealers for early summer SUV shopping.

2023 Subaru Crosstrek Pricing And Model Guide - Next-Gen Models Delayed

By Denis Flierl on June 10, 2022 - 6:11AM

The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek pricing and model guides are here. See what's new for the 2023 model change and why the next-generation Crosstrek is on hold.

Jaguar F-Type Review: Only V8 Engines For The 2022 Models

By Armen Hareyan on June 9, 2022 - 10:05PM

Forty years after the end of the legendary E-Type, Jaguar's chief designer Ian Callum has presented one of his masterpieces with the Jaguar F-Type. In 2014, the no-frills two-seater hit the streets as a convertible, and shortly thereafter also as a coupe version. For our review, we used the 2021 F-Type R AWD Convertible, which has not changed in the 2022 Model. But here is what has changed in the 2022 model year of the Jaguar F-Type.

2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Review: Practical Electric SUV for a Family of Five

By Armen Hareyan on June 9, 2022 - 9:50PM

This week Torque news is reviewing the 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV. We took the road test of the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV, a vehicle that enhances the practicality of the Bolt EV.

Tesla Supplier Shows Off Completed 9000-t Giga Press That Will Build The Cybertruck’s Body

By Tinsae Aregay on June 9, 2022 - 9:50PM

A few weeks back, Tesla’s Giga Press manufacturer IDRA released a video teasing a new 9000-ton Giga Press being assembled at the company’s Italy factory.

Tesla Just Got Upgraded - Here's Why

By Jeremy Johnson on June 9, 2022 - 9:01PM

Tesla just received an upgrade from UBS, citing several factors including new products coming, two new gigafactories, and a competitive advantage through an in house supply chain.

Early Model Chevy Suburban Recommended Over Newer Chevy Models

Old Chevy’s Worth Buying Over New Ones

By Timothy Boyer on June 9, 2022 - 6:11PM

Is spending $5,000 for a 1999 Chevy a good idea? Here’s one mechanics’ take on an older Chevy and why buying one like this over a new one is an exceptionally good deal (and decision) at that price.

Tesla's Matias Marmann shows how it makes the 4680 battery pack

Tesla Shows a Mesmerizing Video of How It Assembles The 4680 Battery Pack

By Armen Hareyan on June 9, 2022 - 5:36PM

Today Tesla recruitment leader Tobias Marmann shared this amazing video, showing how Tesla builds its much-expected 4680 battery packs.

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing, fuel mileage

CR’s 10 Quietest Midsize SUVs - Subaru Outback Now Ranks 7th Best

By Denis Flierl on June 9, 2022 - 4:30PM

Which midsize SUVs have the quietest cabins? Check out ten models that are best at keeping the noise out. The 2022 Subaru Outback is now ranked seventh-best.

Tips from the Car Care Nut on Inspecting a Used Car

Learn to Inspect That Used Car Like a Car Care Nut

By Timothy Boyer on June 9, 2022 - 3:41PM

A recent inspection of an otherwise fine-looking 2017 Toyota Highlander revealed that it had been in a major accident. Learn how to inspect a used car like a Car Care Nut with these tips and advice. Plus, the least-mentioned tire inspection step that finds a hidden fault you should always be looking for.

Reported Ford Engine Problems Related To Another Model, Engine?

Reasons For Ford Engine Failures Explained In TN Story

By Marc Stern on June 9, 2022 - 2:12PM

This week the Ford world was seemingly rocked by news that the 2.7-liter V-6 twin-turbo powerplant that powers some models of the super-popular Bronco had major mechanical issues. On looking at it more closely, it is possible that it is related to an earlier problem with the 3.0-liter V-6 that powers the Ford Explorer ST.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

Forester And 2 Other Subaru Models Top Consumer Reports Most Reliable SUVs

By Denis Flierl on June 9, 2022 - 12:29PM

Which Subaru models are the most reliable? Consumer Reports says the 2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Crosstrek, and 2022 Outback are the best in their segment. One Subaru model gets a failing grade.

Tesla Is Untouchable and Here's Why

By Jeremy Johnson on June 9, 2022 - 11:23AM

There is some clear data from CleanTechnica that shows sales of electric vehicles and hybrids, and the data shows that the race for the EV leader is not even close. Tesla is far and way the leader and is untouchable.

Why Subaru Won’t Drop The Manual In Next-Gen Crosstrek, WRX, and BRZ

By Denis Flierl on June 9, 2022 - 10:42AM

Will Subaru keep the manual transmission in the next-generation 2023 Subaru Crosstrek? A new report says they will keep the manual gearbox in Crosstrek, WRX, and BRZ.

Consumer Reports Says These Cars Work Around Town and Cross Country

Consumer Reports Daily Drive Cars Great for Long Road Trips

By Timothy Boyer on June 9, 2022 - 9:26AM

Here’s your chance to get trippy this summer with daily drive car recommendations that also work out great for longer distance extended road trips.

2nd Time Tundra Owners Say They Would Stick with TT V6 From 2022 Toyota Tundra Instead of V8

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 9, 2022 - 2:24AM

A recent poll shows that current owners of the 2022 Toyota Tundra would not go back to the original v8. Does this mean the TT v6 is better than we thought?