Automotive News (Page 357)

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 Giga Berlin Receives Operating Permit, Clearing Production

By Armen Hareyan on March 19, 2022 - 5:03PM

Ford Recalls 80,000 Edge Crossovers to Repair Backup Camera Issues

Ford Recalls 80,000 Edge Crossovers To Fix Backup Camera System

By Marc Stern on March 19, 2022 - 5:00PM

Ford has recalled 80,000 Edge crossovers to fix issues with the backup camera. Owners will be notified of the recall at the end of April.

Kia February Sales up Almost 25 Percent in Europe

By Justin Hart on March 19, 2022 - 1:31PM

Kia has had another strong sales month in Europe, seeing year over year growth for the month of February of 24.8%. Kia’s corporate sibling, Hyundai, also saw a healthy increase in European market sales of 25.5%.

2023 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation Subaru STI

What Killed The Next-Generation Subaru STI And Why It’s Not Coming Back

By Denis Flierl on March 19, 2022 - 9:58AM

The 2023 Subaru WRX STI will not be manufactured for performance fans. Here is what killed the next-generation STI and why it’s never coming back.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

The 7 Best SUVs In The Mud This Spring And Why Subaru Ranks Number One

By Denis Flierl on March 19, 2022 - 6:56AM

Which small-to-midsize SUVs are the best on muddy roads? Check out the 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek features that set them apart.

Jeep is Sending an Ultra-Capable Gladiator to the 2022 Easter Safari

By Mary Conway on March 18, 2022 - 10:37PM

Jeep is marrying the convenience of the Jeep Gladiator with the ultra-capable performance of the Wrangler to create an incredible off-roading pickup.

Kia EV6 Finalist for World Car of the Year Award

By Justin Hart on March 18, 2022 - 7:37PM

The Kia EV6, along with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Ford Mustang Mach-E, is a finalist for the prestigious World Car of the Year Award. This is not the first time an EV will win the award, but it is perhaps most interesting that the three finalists are all electric vehicles (as this may be the first time this has happened).

Tesla's Secret Master Plans Are About to Have a Part 3

By Jeremy Johnson on March 18, 2022 - 5:40PM

Elon Musk is working on Tesla secret master plan part 3 and many are wondering what it is going to include. We think artificial intelligence will be a central theme in this master plan, along with a way for others to make money utilizing this artificial intelligence.

Six Vehicles with Fatal Engines or Transmissions to Avoid

By Timothy Boyer on March 18, 2022 - 5:25PM

After working on cars for over 20 years, this mechanic lists and discusses six vehicles with fatal engines or transmissions that virtually destroys the value of the vehicle and your car budget.

Toyota/Lexus Mechanic Reviews the Least Expensive Lexus Today

Should You Buy the Cheapest Lexus of 2022?

By Timothy Boyer on March 18, 2022 - 4:36PM

Is the cheapest Lexus still a “LEXUS”? Here is the answer to some important questions revealed by a Toyota mechanic who knows the ins and outs of Lexus vehicles for car shoppers wanting a Lexus at an affordable price but need to know what to expect in terms of Lexus quality, driving performance and reliability from this lowest priced model.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek

A Major Earthquake Shuts Down New Subaru Forester And Crosstrek Production

By Denis Flierl on March 18, 2022 - 7:22AM

Subaru suspends production at its Japan plant affecting the 2022 Forester and 2022 Crosstrek due to a major earthquake. See what it means for customers and new car shoppers this spring.

Tesla Shows a Sea of Giga Texas Model Ys with Black-Blue Transition

By Armen Hareyan on March 17, 2022 - 9:23PM

What New Vehicle is Tesla Making?

By Jeremy Johnson on March 17, 2022 - 8:48PM

Tesla is no longer covering the vehicles in Giga Texas it is making and we can see some features of these vehicles that give clues to what kind of Model Y Tesla may be making.

Toyota Highlander Recommended by CR Analysts

Consumer Reports Finds the Best Deals on Fuel-Efficient Cars to Buy Today

By Timothy Boyer on March 17, 2022 - 2:53PM

Here’s the latest selection from Consumer Reports on what they found to be the most fuel-efficient cars with Toyota leading based on overall fuel-economy test results matched with those cars that are selling at just 2-6 percent over MSRP, which they report is “…as good as it gets right now” with today’s new car market for vehicles that are fuel-efficient.

Gas Thieves are Drilling Holes in Gas Tanks

Gas Thieves are Damaging Cars

By Timothy Boyer on March 17, 2022 - 10:53AM

News of late has shown that gas thievery is on the rise with rising gas prices. Worse yet, criminals are resorting to methods that are damaging cars. Here are some examples of how it’s done and what you can do to protect yourself.

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Crosstrek pricing, features, specs, fuel mileage

New Model Scarcity - The Best 5-Year Old Subaru SUVs You Can Buy Now

By Denis Flierl on March 17, 2022 - 9:00AM

Are the Subaru Forester and Crosstrek good used models for consumers? A new report says both are among the best 5-year-old compact SUVs you can buy now.

Smart Traffic Lights and Elon Musk

By Jeremy Johnson on March 16, 2022 - 6:03PM

Derq, a company focused on smart traffic and pedestrian technology may be able to satisfy what Elon Musk Tweeted about recently - to create a more efficient and safer flow of traffic and people. After some investigation into Derq, here's what I found.

Ford Puma Leads Automaker's European Sales

Ford Europe To Add Seven All-Electric, Connected Vehicles By 2024

By Marc Stern on March 16, 2022 - 2:28PM

Ford announced this week that its European fleet will be electric by the middle of the decade. The move, which has started in America, will continue with at least seven new vehicles in the next few years.

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

Subaru Will Hit 3 Significant New Milestones In The U.S. This Year

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2022 - 11:27AM

Subaru builds the 2022 Outback, Ascent, Impreza, and Legacy models at the plant in Indiana. Check out three significant milestones Subaru of Indiana Automotive will hit this year.

Mercedes Has Unveiled New EQS SUV Interior and Tesla Owners Want Features

By Armen Hareyan on March 16, 2022 - 9:53AM

Tesla Displays Hundreds of New Model Ys at Giga Berlin With New Perspective

By Armen Hareyan on March 16, 2022 - 9:51AM

Here’s The Easiest Way To Buy A New Subaru And Still Get The Best Deal

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2022 - 7:00AM

What is the best way to buy a new 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, or other new models? Check out the four easy steps to get the best deal.

Consumer Reports Lists the Most Fuel-Efficient Compact SUVs

By Timothy Boyer on March 15, 2022 - 11:53PM

Having a difficult time finding a used Corolla or Prius to save on fuel? More of a SUV owner than a little car guy anyways? Now might be a good time to take a look at 5-year-old compact SUVs with respectable fuel efficiency as a good alternative per Consumer Reports latest listing of fuel-efficient used SUVs they recommend for 2022.

Tesla With Significant Price Increases Due To Inflation

By Jeremy Johnson on March 15, 2022 - 8:22PM

Tesla just increased the price of ALL their vehicles from a few thousand dollars to over ten thousand dollars. These are major increases and could shock the market.

Volvo supplied image of ChargePoint charger at Starbucks.

Volvo Owners May Soon Be In For a Special Treat At Starbucks

By John Goreham on March 15, 2022 - 5:53PM

Starbucks is an ideal location at which to charge an electric vehicle. If your EV is a Volvo, you may be in for some free juice.

Lucid Motors Vehicles Take First Through Sixth On This List Of The Top 150 Electric Vehicles By Range

By James Walker on March 15, 2022 - 3:37PM

Global data gathering and analysis firm Dewesoft ranked 150 electric vehicles from around the world, and different versions of the Lucid Air took the top six spots. Find out where rivals from Tesla, Mercedes, and Porsche ranked here.

Image of Tesla maintenance area by John Goreham.

If EV Maintenence Is So Cheap Why Isn’t It Included By Manufacturers?

By John Goreham on March 15, 2022 - 1:23PM

We explore the question - Why don’t manufacturers include lifetime maintenance on electric vehicles? Maybe you can answer.

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

4 Reasons Why KBB Says The New Subaru Outback Is A Best 2-Row Family SUV

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2022 - 12:30PM

What are the best family cars of 2022? KBB says there are four reasons why the 2022 Subaru Outback scores tops in the 2-Row SUV category.

Study Highlights Disconnect Between Pricey EVs and Real Shopper Expectations

By John Goreham on March 15, 2022 - 11:16AM

The automotive press adores high-priced electric vehicles. This study reveals why most EVs are way outside the range that most buyers can afford to spend.

What You Need to Know Before Buying a Toyota or Lexus Hybrid This Year

By Timothy Boyer on March 15, 2022 - 10:34AM

According to a Toyota expert, not all information out there is correct when it comes to buying and owning a Toyota or Lexus Hybrid. Here is what he has to say to set the record straight for Hybrid car shoppers. Plus, a good argument why buying a Hybrid makes better sense than buying an EV.

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