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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.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV
Subaru Says The New Solterra EV Will Determine Its Electrification Plans
By Denis Flierl on
The 2023 Subaru Solterra will be the most important new vehicle launch in its history. Subaru says the all-new Solterra EV will determine how fast or slow they move to a fully electric lineup.
2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing
2022 Subaru Outback - CR Says It’s The Best "Under The Radar" Two-Row SUV
By Denis Flierl on
Why is the 2022 Subaru Outback ranked one of the best Two-Row SUVs? CR says there is one new midsize SUV you should avoid buying, but the Outback is one model you won't regret buying.
Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares Talks About the Automaker's Future
Why Stellantis Expects Big Profits From Subscription Services
By Mary Conway on
Stellantis is following General Motors' lead and investing heavily in software products. The automaker that owns Ram, Jeep, Dodge and Chrysler expects to make a lot of money down the road from subscriptions like navigation and entertainment.
Elon Musk - Get Rid Of Subsidies
Elon Musk Says Delete the Whole Tax Credit Bill
By Jeremy Johnson on
In a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal, Elon Musk was asked many questions. One was about the Build Back Better bill and the tax credit for EVs. Elon Musk simply said that the bill should not pass and should be deleted. Here's why he said this.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk
Elon Musk Debunks the Tesla 12/9 Conspiracy
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk has debunked the Tesla conspiracy theory going around Twitter which claimed, the EV maker is going to do a stock split on December 9.
Ford Recalls Bronco Sports and Escapes For Rear Brake Problem Photo Courtesy Ford Motor Co.
Ford Recalls 114,996 Bronco Sports, Escapes For Rear Brake Problem
By Marc Stern on
The Ford Motor Co. has recalled 114,996 2021-2022 Bronco Sports and Escapes to repair problems with incorrectly manufactured rear brakes. If the vehicle has the issue the driver will find brake pedal effort increasing while stopping distance decreases.
Image showing Jay Leno standing beside a gold Lucid Air during filming for an episode of Jay Leno's Garage
Lucid Shares an Image of Lucid Air Readying To Debut in Jay Leno's Garage
By James Walker on
Another important milestone has been reached for Lucid's flagship Air sedan, as it will feature as the subject of a upcoming episode of Jay Leno's Garage.
Peter Altmaier and Elon Musk
Altmaier: Tesla Giga Berlin Didn't Want To Wait for 4680 Battery Decision
By Armen Hareyan on
Image by John Goreham
Car Talk Helps Bust the Myth That Soy Is Why Rodents Are Eating Your Car’s Wires
By John Goreham on
A rodent has eaten your car’s wiring. Now you find with a 30-second internet search that the cause is soy. Look harder for the real facts.
2022 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation WRX, specs, fuel mileage
Subaru Says New WRX 2.4L Engine Has Significantly Improved Fuel Mileage
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Corporation releases fuel mileage for the Japan-spec 2022 WRX S4 and gives an idea of how much the U.S. 2.4-liter 2022 WRX numbers will improve.
Image courtesy of PR Newswire
Discount Tire Aquires Tire Rack Creating Tire Retail Powerhouse
By John Goreham on
Two giants in tire retailing come together. How it might impact your next tire purchase.
2022 Subaru Ascent pricing, features, reliability
New Subaru Ascent 3-Row SUV Sales Are Up Even With Poor Reliability Scores
By Denis Flierl on
The 2022 Subaru Ascent gains new customers in November. See why its low-reliability rating doesn't hurt sales.
Tesla SEC Investigation Into Solar Panels Isn't What You Think
SEC Investigation Into Tesla Is Not What You Think
By Jeremy Johnson on
There's a headline recently that Tesla is under investigation by the SEC. What's going on here and is this a big problem for Tesla? We'll show you what's going on and why it isn't what you think.
Lucid Motors Miami
Lucid Motors Under SEC Investigation Over SPAC Merger And More
By James Walker on
On December 3rd Lucid received requests from the SEC for information and documents relating to the company's SPAC merger with Churchill Capital Corp. IV as well as claims about the number of preorders received.
2022 Subaru BRZ, pricing, specs, features, fuel mileage
New Subaru BRZ Is A Big Hit Right Out Of The Gate
By Denis Flierl on
New models arrive now if you are looking for a 2022 Subaru BRZ. See why it's already a big hit with driving and performance enthusiasts.
Image by John Goreham
New Hampshire Innkeepers Demonstrate EV Charging Best Practices
By John Goreham on
As time passes, the hospitality industry is evolving to meet the needs of electric vehicle owners. We found one example in New Hampshire’s ski country worth noting.
Civic images courtesy of Honda
2022 Honda Civic Hatchback Sport Touring Review - Best of the Bunch
By John Goreham on
We tested the new Honda Civic Hatchback this week and feel confident that this is the best of the Civic line.
2021 Ford SuperCrew Illustrates Ford Leadership in Truck Sales. Photo Courtesy Ford Motor Co.
For 45th Year, Ford F-150 Retains Crown As Truck Market Leader
By Marc Stern on
With a lead of almost 150,000 vehicles over its nearest rival, the Ford Motor Co. is on its way to keeping its claim to the top sales slot in the truck market for the 45th consecutive year.
2022 Subaru Forester features, specs, pricing,
Why Subaru Can't Meet New Forester Demand And What They Can Do To Fix It
By Denis Flierl on
Is there a shortage of Subaru Forester and Crosstrek SUVs? A new report says Subaru has the lowest inventory of new cars, but customers are willing to wait to buy a new 2022 Forester and 2022 Crosstrek.
Mazda service area image courtesy of Mazda
2 Things To Do If You Own a Turbocharged Mazda6 Mazda3 CX-5 CX-9 or CX-30
By John Goreham on
Mazda turbocharged engines have a new technical service bulletin for oil consumption. Here are two things you should start doing immediately to help yourself through this possible problem.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE Supersonic Red profile view front end
Toyota RAV4 Prime Owners Report Their Real MPG – Wow
By Jeff Teague on
We hear from people who own RAV4 Prime about their real-world gas mileage.
2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Legacy
Subaru Crosstrek, Legacy - Best 3 Year-Old Models You Can Buy This Winter
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best 3-year-old cars and SUVs you can buy now? See why a new CR report says the Subaru Crosstrek and Legacy are among the best for shoppers.
Two Ford Dealerships Attempt to Scam Ford Enthusiast
Why Ford Customers Don’t Trust Ford Dealerships to Fix Their Cars
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is the latest by an experienced independent Ford mechanic on why Ford customers are learning not to trust Ford dealerships to service or repair their vehicles.
2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Outback
A New Subaru Lawsuit Says Forester DriverFocus Violates Your Privacy
By Denis Flierl on
A lawsuit filed against Subaru claims new DriverFocus technology in 2022 Forester, 2022 Outback, and 2022 Legacy violates your privacy by illegally collecting biometric data. Check out the full report here.
Tesla Cybertruck - Some Bad News
Tesla Cybertruck - the Bad News
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla has released more information about the Cybertruck with Elon Musk stating that it will be released initially with dual and quad motor variations - and be able to move diagonally like a crab. It's going to have post apocalyptic features and be amazing. So, let's look at the bad news.
2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness, features, specs
Forester Sales Now Drop The Most of Any New Subaru SUV Year-To-Date
By Denis Flierl on
Before the refreshed 2022 Subaru Forester arrives, sales of the outgoing model sink to new levels. Here is why and what Subaru needs to change.
2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
Kia Sportage PHEV coming soon, for Europe, TBD for North America
By Justin Hart on
The new Kia Sportage PHEV is coming to North America sometime next year, we might assume, after it goes on sale in Europe in early 2022. Its looks are striking after Kia redesigned it. The new hybrid and non-hybrid versions of the 2023 model should be available in the U.S. in the first-half of 2022, but it will likely be late 2022 at the earliest before we see the 2023 Sportage PHEV in the U.S.
Tesla Recalls Made in China Model Y Vehicles
Tesla Recalls Model Y Vehicles in China - Europe Exports Could be Affected
By Jeremy Johnson on
There is a recent report of Tesla recalling model Y vehicles in China. This isn't just for an over the air software update, but an actual physical problem with the vehicles. Could this mean that Model Y vehicles in the U.S. also need to have a physical recall? We'll answer this and more.
2021 Mercedes AMG GLA45 4MATIC+
2021 Mercedes AMG GLA45 4MATIC+ Review: Power in Concentrated Format
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2021 Mercedes AMG GLA45 4MATIC+ is a sports car disguised as an SUV. This is why I want to tell you upfront not to be deceived by its typical SUV appearance that many people only use to take their children to school. I stress the school part because this sports SUV is not very smooth in city driving.
Image of Mazda MX-30 by John Goreham
Forget Tesla, Mazda Sold More EVs than General Motors In November
By John Goreham on
Step back and realize that Mazda sells more battery-electric vehicles right now in America than many much larger automobile manufacturers. Including our President's favorite.
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