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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.

Scout's Traveler SUV traverses a beautiful prairie
Scout Reservation Holder Explains Why He Wants the Gas-Engine Equipped EREV Model - “All the Benefits of An EV, But With Easily Added Range”
By John Goreham on
Scout Motors is an exciting new entrant to the green vehicle space. Targeting off-road enthusiasts, Scout Motors will pair a gas engine with its EV platform. One Scout reservation holder told us what excites him about the gas-engine-equipped version.
I Recently Switched From a Model Y To A Cybertruck, and I Really Like It, But I Started Experiencing Lumbar Pain
I Recently Switched From a Model Y To A Cybertruck, and I Really Like It, But I Started Experiencing Lumbar Pain
By Armen Hareyan on
What started as an exciting switch from a Tesla Model Y to a Cybertruck turned into an unexpected struggle with lumbar pain that has owners divided, questioning modern seat design, and sharing real world fixes you will want to weigh in on.
2024 Toyota Tundra and oil change sticker
“They Want Your Engine to Fail”: A 2024 Tundra Owner Claims Dealers Are Quietly Reversing Toyota’s 10K Oil Policy - Here’s Why Master Techs Agree
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Tundra owner recently caught his dealer quietly reducing oil change intervals to 5K miles, contradicting Toyota’s 10K-mile manual. Is the 10K "marketing myth" finally dead? Master Techs say YES. Here’s why your V6 is at risk.
2025 Toyota Sienna damage - melted exterior plastic trim
Sienna Owner Gets Called Out After Blaming Toyota "Cheap" Build Quality for Damage
By Dimitar Angelov on
The damage on this 2025 Toyota Sienna seems to be caused by a very unlikely, but very real phenomenon, and fellow owners are worriled by the potential dangers.
Before Blaming Tesla for Not Building a Big SUV, Look at What Buyers Actually Choose
Before Blaming Tesla for Not Building a Big SUV, Look at What Buyers Actually Choose
By Armen Hareyan on
Everyone says Tesla needs a bigger SUV, but the Model Y's success tells a different story.
Porsche Chasing Their Past Into An EV Future
The Electric Cayenne Cometh: Why Porsche’s Bratislava Power Move is a Make-or-Break Moment for the King of SUVs
By Rob Enderle on
Porsche’s Bratislava plant has officially launched production of the all-electric Cayenne, a high-stakes pivot combining massive 1,156 hp performance with a "resident model" manufacturing strategy to reclaim its dominant luxury-SUV status.
The Coming Graveyard Of Human Driven Cars
The End of the Driveway: Why Waymo’s $16 Billion War Chest Just Killed Your Next Car Purchase
By Rob Enderle on
Waymo’s massive $16 billion funding round signals a definitive shift toward a "Transportation-as-a-Service" future. By eliminating the costs of human drivers and individual car ownership, autonomous EV fleets will revolutionize urban mobility.
The Move Away From Flush Car Handles
The Death of the Flush Handle: Why China’s 2027 Ban is a Wake-Up Call for Common Sense
By Rob Enderle on
China will ban hidden door handles in 2027 following fatal accidents where electronic locks failed. This shift prioritizes mechanical safety over aesthetics and aerodynamics, potentially forcing a global redesign of EVs.
2026 Ram 1500 Hemi
“I’ve Owned 4 New Ram Trucks in a Row, But My 2026 Hemi Has a Jerky Secret the Dealer Calls ‘Normal’ -And I’m Not Buying It”
By Denis Flierl on
He’s owned 4 new Ram trucks, but his 2026 Hemi has a "jerky" secret. The dealer says it's just a "learning transmission," but after 2,100 miles, I’m not buying the excuse. If you feel a "bump" at 15 mph, here is the industry secret you need to know.
Electric vehicle deliveries January 2026
Entering the Fifth Month Since Federal Subsidies Ended, EV Deliveries Are Dramatically Lower Than Prior Years, As Hybrids Continue To Surge - You’ll Never Guess Which Brand Bucked the Trend
By John Goreham on
Battery-electric vehicle shoppers remain scarce. Manufacturers are reporting sales increases overall, but EV sales are an anchor restraining stronger growth. Hybrids show the biggest growth. Here is what the data available says about EV market health head
2026 Ford Ranger PHEV and 2015 Ford Mustang GT
Ford Recalls Ranger And Mustang Models Due To Issues With The Brakes And Seatbelts
By Dimitar Angelov on
Some Ford Rangers may experience power-brake assist failure, while certain Mustang models can have issues with the seatbelt pretensioners.
2024 Honda CR-V
“I Trusted the Honda Dealer With My 2024 CR-V, They Totaled It, Then Demanded the Loaner Back: The Resale Value Is GONE and I’m Left Stranded”
By Denis Flierl on
When your daily driver becomes a crime scene under dealership care, who pays the price? The Honda CR-V is now a wrecked liability with a "Carfax scarlet letter" after a service tech blew the airbags. Now, the clock's ticking, and she’s out of options.
Tesla Cybertruck offroad
Tesla Cybertruck Driver Lost His Driving License Because He Didn't Have a Truck License
By Dimitar Angelov on
The EV truck is so heavy that in some regions, you need to have a truck license in order to legally drive one.
Red Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV parked in front of a modern building, front three-quarter view.
A New Mustang Mach-E Owner Says She Was Told Home Installation Was “Included,” Then Got a $7,930 Quote, With a $7,705 Panel Upgrade Requirement Driving Nearly the Entire Cost
By Noah Washington on
A new Mustang Mach-E owner was left in sticker shock after discovering that her "included" home charger installation came with a staggering $7,930 price tag.
2025 Toyota Sienna accident while attempting to merge onto a main road
Toyota Sienna Owner: "Tankful for 10 Airbags" and "We Had Zero Issues With The Middle Seats, Following a Serious Crash
By Dimitar Angelov on
The owner’s 16-year daughter was driving when the accident happened, but thank God, everyone walked away uninjured.
Tesla European Decline
The Tesla Freefall: Why the World’s EV Leader is Losing Its Charge in Europe
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla’s catastrophic sales drop in Norway and the Netherlands highlights a brand in crisis. Aging hardware, reliability issues, and competition from China have rendered Tesla's automotive core vulnerable during its transition to robotics.
Solar Skyways
The Skyward Shift: Why Solar Skyways May Finally Turn Your Garage Into a Guest Room
By Rob Enderle on
Solar Skyways leverages solar-integrated infrastructure and on-demand pods to render personal cars obsolete. By solving the inefficiencies of autonomous road vehicles, it creates a sustainable, congestion-free urban future.
2026 Toyota bZ shown in white in an urban setting
Toyota Suddenly Has a Top-Selling Battery-Electric Vehicle In America In Its New bZ - “Don’t Call It a Comeback”
By John Goreham on
The January EV delivery data is limited, but what we do have shows Toyota kicking butt and taking names all of a sudden. Partly because EV deliveries in general are so terrible. Here is the weird news we didn’t see coming.
2026 Honda Passport looks capable and cozy in a winter scene
Very Quietly, Two Consumer Reports Testers Name the 2026 Honda Passport Best Pick Based On Road Testing
By John Goreham on
In a recent podcast overviewing the best and worst picks for the 2025 test year, Consumer Reports testers found that the Honda Passport stood out among many great vehicles.
Dale Tucker's 2021 Ford F-150
“I’m Shaking My Head:” Why This Ford F-150 Owner Is 100% Right About Your Cold-Start Habits Killing the 5.0L V8 Transmission
By Denis Flierl on
Forget the owner’s manual; your morning routine is destroying that Ford F-150 drivetrain. One veteran driver is calling out "disheartening" shortcuts that cause hammering engines and clanking gears. Skip the idle time and you're begging for a nightmare.
A black Ram 1500 pickup truck parked next to a metal railing in a snowy parking lot.
I Traded My 2025 Ram 1500 Laramie SO for a 2026 Limited HO, and I Actually Prefer the SO For These Reasons
By Aram Krajekian on
Moving from a 2025 Ram 1500 SO to a 2026 HO seemed like an obvious upgrade, but one owner explains why the newer truck’s power delivery left him second-guessing the decision.
A black Tesla Model Y is parked in a snow-covered driveway, photographed from a three-quarter front angle with winter fencing and trees visible in the background.
A 2025 Tesla Model Y Owner Says Ice, Hills, and Deep Snow Didn’t Slow His Car Down, Calling It “The Best Car Ever”
By Aram Krajekian on
Winter is often where skepticism about electric vehicles peaks, but one Model Y owner says real-world snow, ice, and steep terrain turned that doubt into confidence.
2022 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab V6 SR5
Toyota Dealer’s 60K Service "Must" Is Under Fire: 2022 Tacoma Owner Says, “I’ve Owned 5 Tacos and Never Changed Plugs at 60K - This Is Overkill”
By Denis Flierl on
Is your Toyota dealer upselling you, or has the Tacoma changed? One 5-time owner was shocked by a 60K spark plug demand: “I’ve never changed them before 100K -this is overkill!” Here’s the truth behind the 3.5L V6 mystery.
Tesla front-end damage after hitting a snowman fileld with cinder blocks
Tesla Owner Loses a "Fight" With a Snowman, Blames The Kid's Parents
By Dimitar Angelov on
It is safe to say that Tesla cars are not snowman-resistant, and one owner found that out the hard way.
GMC Hummer EV white electric SUV driving on forest trail with evergreen trees
A 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali Max Owner Says His Truck Was Down for Over 3 Weeks Waiting on an OnStar Telematics Module, and While the Hummer EV Loaner Was Fun, He Says the Sierra Is “So Much More Comfortable”
By Noah Washington on
A 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali Max owner has finally escaped a "telematics trap" after his flagship truck sat at the dealership for over three weeks waiting on a back-ordered OnStar module.
Toyota Sienna silver minivan parked in suburban with green lawn and trees
A 2025 Toyota Sienna Owner Says His Van Is “Made of Cheap Plastic” After Exterior Trim Began Melting in February Sun in Nebraska, And Claims Neither the Dealership Nor Toyota Corporate Would Help
By Noah Washington on
A 2025 Toyota Sienna owner says his brand-new van is "made of cheap plastic" after exterior trim began warping under the low-hanging Nebraska sun.
The Scout Terra and Terrain look handsome in an upscale rural backdrop
Scout Motors Accidentally Learns That Shoppers Don’t Want a New Truck or SUV Without a Gas Engine Onboard- Should the Company Have Offered a V8 and High-Torque Hybrid Instead of Jumping Into Rivian’s Tiny and Shrinking EV Niche?
By John Goreham on
I may not be an auto executive at VW, but I sense a missed opportunity unfolding now and then. VW and Scout Motors have internal shopper data proving beyond a doubt that shoppers want gas motors in upcoming Scout vehicles. Why not scratch that itch?
2021 Chevy Silverado RST
“I’m Done - Build a Truck That’s Going to Last”: I Found Out the “Industry Secret” This 2021 Silverado Owner Exposed 44K Miles In, and Why He’s Abandoning GM
By Denis Flierl on
I’m seeing a loyalty crisis in Detroit. When a lifelong Bowtie fan is stranded by a 44,000-mile transmission failure and a 6-month parts wait, it’s a wake-up call. Here is my deep dive into why GM’s reliability reputation is on the line.
12,000 Miles In, My 2023 Toyota Tundra Got a Reduced Engine Power, Visit Dealer Message, Which Cost The Insurance $8,000 For a New Turbo
12,000 Miles In, My 2023 Toyota Tundra Got a "Reduced Engine Power, Visit Dealer" Message, Which Cost The Insurance $8,000 For a New Turbo
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected dashboard message at just 12,000 miles turned one 2023 Toyota Tundra into an eight thousand dollar turbo repair and what happened next may change how you think about modern truck reliability.
Image shows an EX30 from Volvo's mirror adjustment menu
Consumer Reports Shreds Volvo’s Newest EX Electric Vehicle As Worst Pick of 2025 Following a Broken Price Promise - The Language They Used Is Too Strong For Us To Even Print
By John Goreham on
Among all the many bad cars that Consumer Reports tested in 2025, a Volvo battery-electric vehicle was named the worst of the year. Here’s what the CR folks said about why they disliked it.
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