Automotive News (Page 35)

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.

The Chevrolet Salesmen Weren’t Happy When I Bought Their Favorite 2025 Silverado ZR2 Truck Off the Showroom Floor Last Week

By Denis Flierl on October 21, 2025 - 7:25AM

Nick's new 2025 Silverado ZR2 set some Chevy Silverado owners on fire! He snagged the showroom's prize, but the comments were brutal. From "overpaid" to "ugly," the owner group erupted. Is it jealousy or brutal honesty? What do you think?

I’m a Lifelong Ford Fan, But My F-150 Crapped Out at 175K Miles and I Decided To Get My Dream Truck, A 2025 Toyota Tundra, I Hope I Made the Right Choice

By Denis Flierl on October 21, 2025 - 5:57AM

A Former Ford loyalist trades his 175,000-mile F-150 for his dream 2025 Toyota Tundra! Now, BJ needs help with running boards and tonneau covers. Did he make the right choice? What running boards & tonneau cover should he get? Check out BJ's story.

Nissan Gives The Pioneering LEAF The Proper 2026 Update It Deserves, Losing Its Hatchback Proportions and Gaining Sporty Coupe SUV Styling

By Armen Hareyan on October 20, 2025 - 9:19PM

The 2026 Nissan Leaf delivers an unexpected transformation that turns the once humble commuter EV into one of the most desirable electric crossovers you will actually want to drive every day.

Why this Well-Known Auto Writers Group Just Gave Ram a Truckload of Awards

By Mary Conway on October 20, 2025 - 8:59PM

The auto writers gave the 2026 Ram 1500 HEMI their highest praise but other Ram trucks were singled out as well.

2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige captured on a mountain with fall vistas in the scene

Review - Kia’s Off-Pavement-Capable 2026 Sportage X-Pro Prestige Gives Subaru’s Forester a Run For Its Money In a Very Competitive Segment

By John Goreham on October 20, 2025 - 2:05PM

During our testing, we could not stop drawing comparisons to one of our favorite compact crossover SUVs, the Subaru Forester. Here’s why the 2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige offers buyers an interesting alternative.

BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A tires offer excellent off-pavement capability

First Impressions - BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A Tires Elevate the Kia Sportage X-Pro With Off-Pavement Performance and No Compromises

By John Goreham on October 20, 2025 - 1:50PM

We offer our driving impressions of an all-terrain tire that works well on crossovers and small SUVs.

The Dealer Says They Were Using Plant-Based Brake Pads After I Took My Toyota Tundra For Post-One-Year Replacement

By Armen Hareyan on October 20, 2025 - 1:22PM

An unexpected explanation from a Toyota dealer about “plant-based brake pads” has Tundra truck owners questioning what might really be stopping their trucks.

Elon Musk Threatens to Leave Tesla if Shareholders Don’t Approve His Trillion-Dollar Pay Package – Warns, “Which Other Automotive CEO Would You Like to Run Tesla Because It Won’t Be Me”

By Tinsae Aregay on October 20, 2025 - 9:19AM

Elon Musk is warning Tesla investors who oppose his $1 trillion pay package. Musk points out that he has significantly outperformed other automotive CEOs, and without this compensation package, he wouldn’t be running Tesla.

I’ve Had To Replace My Toyota Tacoma Center Cap 3 Times Now At the Dealer For $93 Each Time, I Think It’s a Total Rip Off

By Denis Flierl on October 20, 2025 - 8:14AM

Third time's the charm, or not? Caroline's Toyota Tacoma TRD keeps losing its wheel center cap, costing her $93 each. Is this a defect or just bad luck? Taco Nation sounds off on this frustrating maintenance issue. What Tacoma owners need to know.

I Took the Honda CR-V Up Into the San Juans Sitting at 12.2K Feet, I Think It’s Safe To Say I’ve Officially Found Its AWD Limit Compared To a True Jeep 4x4

By Denis Flierl on October 20, 2025 - 6:25AM

Think a Honda CR-V can't handle the San Juans? Think again! 12,200 ft, icy trails, and chilling with Jeepers. This prototype suspension is proving the limit of AWD and inspiring a full overland build. Check out Aaron's journey that's just getting started.

The 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Signals a Major Change of Direction for the Automaker

By Mary Conway on October 19, 2025 - 10:39PM

Stellantis is simplifying its lineups, moving production to fight tariffs and seeing its plans to go electric come to fruition.

I Just Got Out of My Chevy Silverado and Into This 2025 Toyota Tundra, I’m Excited To Bring This One To Life

By Denis Flierl on October 19, 2025 - 7:53AM

A Silverado guy just defected! Preston traded his Chevy for a 2025 Toyota Tundra, promising to "bring this one to life." His first move? A custom build that's sure to excite. See the massive mods he's planning and the real reason he left GM.

I’m Charging My Model Y and a Ford Mustang Mach-E Comes In Hot, A Beemer Picks Her Up & They Leave. She Took Up Two Tesla Spots, So I Left This Note On Her Car

By Denis Flierl on October 19, 2025 - 6:41AM

A Ford Mustang Mach-E user's failed charging attempt sparks Supercharger gridlock in Salt Lake City, leading to frustration, adaptors, and harsh notes. What happened next? Here's what Tesla owners need to know about this rude and inconsiderate behavior

Mopar is Roaring in to SEMA 2025- See the High Horse-Power Dodge Charger and Ram 1500 HEMI Leading the Way

By Mary Conway on October 18, 2025 - 6:49PM

The 2025 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show runs Nov. 4 - Nov. 7. in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is one of the biggest automotive events in the nation. Mopar is highlighting how it can jazz up the most powerful Rams, Dodges and Jeeps.

A Cybertruck Owner Says Tesla Is Asking Him to Pay $423 For Wheel Alignment on a 3-Month-Old Vehicle – Adds, “The Cybertruck Came Off The Line With Alignment Issues, It’s Tesla’s Responsibility To Fix It For Free”

By Tinsae Aregay on October 18, 2025 - 11:36AM

A Cybertruck owner expresses his frustration after Tesla refused to perform a wheel alignment on his 3-month-old vehicle under warranty. Tesla argues that alignment isn't covered because hitting a single pothole could cause the issue.

I Took My Cybertruck In For a Few Minor Trim Issues, Tesla Was Supposed To Fix the Beauty Cover, But It’s Still Loose, I Guess This Is Acceptable To Tesla?

By Denis Flierl on October 18, 2025 - 8:33AM

Cybertruck owner Gary Mitchell took his truck in for trim fixes and a dirty camera. He ended up with a surprise about the truck's "beauty cover" and Tesla's "acceptable" fix. Is a simple gasket the answer to keep out off-gassing infiltration?

My 2020 Toyota RAV4 Battery Made It To 110K, Next, I’m Due For Brakes Soon, I Will Keep This Vehicle For As Long As I Can

By Denis Flierl on October 18, 2025 - 7:06AM

An incredible 110,000 miles on the original 12V battery in a 2020 Toyota RAV4? With brakes now due, this owner is proving true loyalty. What's the secret to this longevity, and what should all RAV4 owners know? Tap in to read Sandra's surprising story.

I’m Typically A Ford F-150 Guy, But I Picked Up This Well-Optioned 2025 GMC Sierra SLT Premium Plus For Less Than What F-150 XLTs Are Selling For

By Denis Flierl on October 17, 2025 - 3:21PM

A lifelong Ford guy just ditched the blue oval for a 2025 GMC Sierra SLT Premium Plus! The rebates were too sweet to ignore, allowing him to snag a premium truck for an XLT price. New mods are on, and more are coming! Is this the switch for good?

White GMC Sierra AT4X pickup truck, front three-quarter view, towing boat on coastal highway with ocean backdrop.

I Discovered My GMC Sierra EV Was Pulling 2 Kilowatts Of Power All Night After Reaching 80% Charge, Wasting $1.75 Until I Reset My Emporia Charger

By Noah Washington on October 17, 2025 - 2:31PM

This owner was convinced his new truck was wasting power until he discovered his battery had charged to 88% despite the 80% limit. Read the full story of the complex electrical mystery,

Black 2024 Hyundai Palisade, SUV, front three-quarter view, featuring gold multi-spoke wheels and white racing stripes, photographed in desert landscape at sunset.

I Drive Our 2026 Hyundai Palisade Without Issues But When My Wife Takes The Wheel, The Driver Attention System Constantly Warns Her To "Keep Eyes On Road" Despite Multiple Attempts To Fix It

By Noah Washington on October 17, 2025 - 2:29PM

A Hyundai Palisade owner can drive for miles with the cruise control engaged, but when his wife takes the wheel, the car immediately accuses her of not watching the road. Find out why the Palisade's biased attention system keeps failing for one driver.

Toyota Driving Into The Solid-State EV Future

Toyota's Solid-State Gamble: A Genius Leapfrog or a Desperate Catch-Up?

By Rob Enderle on October 17, 2025 - 1:35PM

Toyota aims to leapfrog EV rivals with solid-state batteries by 2028, betting on safer, faster-charging tech to regain ground lost to Chinese dominance—but the success of this late, high-risk play depends on timely, cost-effective execution.

The Silent Icon: How a One-Day EV Conversion Perfects the Land Rover Defender

By Rob Enderle on October 17, 2025 - 1:29PM

Electrogenic's new drop-in kit converts classic Land Rover Defenders to electric power in a single day. It swaps the unreliable engine for a silent, high-torque motor, dramatically improving off-road capability and reliability while preserving the vehicle

What a Honda and Mitsubishi Kei Car Might Look Like

The Kei Car Alliance: How Honda and Mitsubishi are Defending Japan's Soul

By Rob Enderle on October 17, 2025 - 1:12PM

Facing a rising tide of affordable Chinese EVs, Honda and Mitsubishi have formed a joint venture to dominate Japan's vital Kei car market. Leveraging Honda's engineering and Mitsubishi's proven success, they will co-develop next-generation, affordable EV.

The Quattro Reborn: Audi's Q6 Offroad is the Soul the e-tron Era Needs

By Rob Enderle on October 17, 2025 - 1:09PM

Audi's Q6 Offroad concept is a far more achievable goal than the insane Audi AI: Trail quattro concept and could be a game changer for the brand.

The Car That Understands: Mercedes' AI Co-Pilot is a Glimpse of the Future

By Rob Enderle on October 17, 2025 - 1:05PM

The new MBUX AI Co-Pilot from Mercedes-Benz allows the car to understand conversational, multi-intent commands, marking a significant leap from simple voice controls to a truly intelligent and responsive automotive assistant.

The Batmobile Like Mercedes Vision Iconic

The Vision Iconic: The Car That Proves Mercedes Still Has a Soul

By Rob Enderle on October 17, 2025 - 12:55PM

The stunning Mercedes "Vision Iconic" concept blends a "Batman: The Animated Series" aesthetic with a revolutionary steam punk interior, serving as a desperately needed and desirable car that could redefine the future of luxury EVs.

I Don’t Talk About This Much, But Behind Loving My Tesla Model Y, I Had Too Much Debt With All My Upgrades, My Dashboard Is Cleaner Than My Finances

By Denis Flierl on October 17, 2025 - 7:08AM

You love your Tesla's tech, but hate the debt? Markus knows the feeling. His clean dashboard hid messy finances until he stopped chasing upgrades and got disciplined. Now, he's debt-free, proving that peace of mind feels better than any new feature.

I Took My 2022 Toyota Tacoma to the Dealer, and They Told Me I Need $3,325 in Repairs Just To Avert Problems, and What I Need To Get Done

By Denis Flierl on October 17, 2025 - 6:20AM

Tacoma owner Jorge Barajas shares his shocking $3,325 dealer service estimate, sparking a debate among Taco Nation. A battery, filters, fluid exchanges, and $825$ for spark plugs - are all these services legitimate and necessary for his 2022 truck?

White 2021 GMC 1500 parked in a driveway surrounded by fall foliage. The driver's door is open, conveying readiness and adventure.

My 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Needed a New Transmission, But the Way My Dealer Handled It Proved Why I’ll Be Buying My Third Truck From Them

By Aram Krajekian on October 16, 2025 - 8:15PM

When a 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 owner’s transmission failed, what followed became a rare example of how true dealership loyalty is still alive in Michigan.

Gas pump display showing $94.51 for 27.887 gallons. The screen is framed in gray and the background appears blurred.

I Stopped Believing My 2025 Ram 1500’s MPG Display, And This Isn't Whether The MPG Is Good or Bad, But Much Of The Time The Meters Are Widely Inaccurate

By Aram Krajekian on October 16, 2025 - 8:12PM

This 2025 Ram 1500 owner set out to see if his truck’s MPG display could be trusted, and what he discovered turned a simple experiment into a reminder that manual calculation still matters if you don’t want to get stranded.

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