Skip to main content

Automotive News (Page 39)

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.

Blue electric truck with a trailer parked at an EV charging station near a convenience store.
I Towed 10,000 Pounds With My Chevy Silverado EV Across Alberta And Discovered Super Cruise Works Flawlessly With A Trailer, But My Range Dropped To Just 124 Miles
By Noah Washington on
One driver towed over 22,000 pounds with a Chevy Silverado EV across Alberta and discovered a shocking truth about electric hauling. Find out why the brutal physics of EV towing crushed his range to just 124 miles.
Black pickup truck parked in a lot near a shopping center on a sunny day.
I Purchased A 2025 Toyota Tundra SR Double Cab 4x4 For Under $40,000 And Found The Base Model Offers Everything I Need Without The Financial Burden Of Monthly Payments
By Noah Washington on
While others spend $70,000 on a truck with years of payments, one Toyota Tundra buyer found his secret to wealth. Discover how the base model financial trick allowed him to buy a brand-new 4x4 Tundra for under $40,000.
2016 Highlander LE Plus
I Bought a 2016 Toyota Highlander with 129K, and the Prior Owner Must Have Been a Toyota Dealer’s Nightmare, Or Maybe I’m Dreaming?
By Denis Flierl on
Robert bought a 2016 Highlander LE Plus with a flawless 129k-mile maintenance record. He found a unicorn. Is he dreaming? Now, he's looking for the best minor updates for his new ride. He's already getting CarPlay. What should he do next?
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “It’s a Futuristic Chrome-Plated Dumpster Designed On an Apple II By a Stoned Elon Musk, But Requires Less Maintenance Than a Goldfish”
By Denis Flierl on
A Cybertruck owner knows it's a "futuristic chrome-plated dumpster," but he doesn't care. He says it goes from 0 to 60 in 2.5 seconds and has "less maintenance than a goldfish." Find out why this rolling trapezoidal toaster is an unbeatable daily driver.
2020 Honda CR-V
2020 Honda CR-V Owner Says, “The Dealer Is Threatening Me With a $175 Inspection Fee For An AC Leak That Is Caused By a Recall Issue”
By Denis Flierl on
A CR-V owner's AC is weak, and he suspects a recall-related issue with the compressor seal. Can a Honda dealer charge him a $175 inspection fee to look? One owner was threatened with a fee; another time, he paid nothing. What Honda owners need to know.
2022 Tesla Model 3
Tesla Buyer Says, “I Was Supposed To Take Delivery of This Model 3 and the Dealer Said It Got Sent Back, I Think They Lied To Me and Sold It To Someone Else"
By Denis Flierl on
Should a car buyer run from the dealership or toward the Tesla of her dreams? Vanessa's about to pay for a car with a hidden accident history after her first one "disappeared." Liars and dodgy deals—should she take the risk? What car buyers need to know. 
Tesla Cybertruck
A Cybertruck Owner Claims Tesla is Throttling His Supercharger Speed In Order To Limit His Free Supercharger Usage – Adds, “Charger Cuts Off Multiple Times During a Charging Session”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A few Cybertruck owners are claiming that Tesla is intentionally disrupting their supercharging sessions to discourage them from using their free supercharger access frequently. One owner says supercharging has been a constant headache.
1998 Toyota 4Runner
My 1998 Toyota 4Runner Has 330K Miles On It, I Always Said I Would Drive It Until the Wheels Fell Off, Pretty Sure That’s Not Gonna Happen
By Denis Flierl on
A 1998 Toyota 4Runner with 330,000 miles is garage-kept and cherished. This "mulch getter" is a rolling testament to lasting quality. Despite numerous offers, Tracy refuses to sell. She's a keeper—the wheels aren't falling off anytime soon.
White car parked in a lot near a lake, surrounded by trees and other vehicles.
I Test Drove The Chinese-Built Zeekr 7X For One Hour And Found Its Quiet Cabin And Lane Centering Technology Outperformed My Volkswagen Golf R
By Noah Washington on
After trading his performance hatchback for a test drive in a Chinese-built Zeekr 7X, one driver was forced to admit a shocking truth. The new challenger to German engineering had a quieter cabin and "flawless" lane centering.
Red car driving on a road beside a lake, with a city skyline in the background.
I Tested My Tesla Model 3's Cabin Overheat Protection Without A/C In 100-Degree Texas Heat And Found It Consistently Drops Interior Temperature From 130°F To 110°F With Minimal Battery Use
By Noah Washington on
Your car's interior can hit 160°F in the summer, but does venting the windows actually help? This systematic test of the Model 3 reveals the hidden flaw in passive cooling while demonstrating how Tesla's simple fan system prevents the damage.
Red car driving on a winding road through a scenic forested landscape.
I Bought A Used Tesla Model S Plaid That Made Me Sick For Weeks From Hidden Mold, And Even After Finding Water In The Battery Pack, Tesla Denied My Buyback Request
By Noah Washington on
After buying a used Tesla Model S Plaid directly from the manufacturer, one owner was sick for weeks from hidden mold, a problem Tesla knew about. Discover why this warranty horror story, which included water found in the high-voltage battery.
2023 Chevrolet Tahoe
2023 Chevy Tahoe Owner Says, "I’m Ditching My Twice-Failed Tahoe, I’m Not Willing To Risk My Family While They Figure It Out. I’m Getting a Lexus GX 550"
By Denis Flierl on
Robbie's new Chevy Tahoe engine failed twice—once on the highway with his family. GM refused to help, and Lemon Law attorneys are overwhelmed with GM cases. He's trading it for a Lexus GX 550. Will GM build reliable cars again?
Close-up of Tesla Model Y's cracked windshield near a red frame with visible reflection of a person holding a phone. The tone suggests mild damage and concern.
I Thought My Tesla Model Y Windshield Repair Would Be $650, But Safelite Raised It to $1450 After Insisting on Camera Calibration
By Aram Krajekian on
What started as a simple rock chip turned into a costly lesson for a Tesla Model Y owner, where hidden calibration fees and delays revealed just how complicated “fixing glass” has become in today’s high-tech cars.
A person crouches in front of a silver Chevrolet Blazer EV on a road. They are focused on the front grille, with a road and another vehicle visible behind.
I Only Made It to 2,000 Miles With My Chevrolet Blazer EV Before It Shut Down While I Was Driving, Now the Dealer Says There’s Metal in the Rear Differential Fluid
By Aram Krajekian on
Chevrolet’s Blazer EV was supposed to be a smooth entry into electric ownership, but this driver’s experience at just 2,000 miles raises questions about whether GM’s newest EV is ready for the road.
2000 Toyota Tacoma engine with sludge
I Thought I Scored a Great Deal On This 2000 Toyota Tacoma, I Drove Home From MD to NJ, No Issues, and Then Did a Simple Valve Gasket, How Cooked Am I?
By Denis Flierl on
"Sludge an inch thick!" Nate's 2000 Toyota Tacoma deal he drove from Maryland to NJ just got way less sweet. A "simple" valve job revealed a nasty surprise. Is his Prerunner cooked, or is there a solution to his problem?
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 charges up at at a Tesla Supercharger location
Hyundai Clearly Demonstrates That the U.S. Didn’t Need Federal EV Subsidies After All By Slashing 2026 Prices For its Top-Selling EV, the Outstanding Ioniq 5
By John Goreham on
In a move that virtually had to happen, Hyundai has chosen to go first among automakers and slash its battery-electric vehicle prices to about the same level they were at when now ended federal tax subsidies for EVs were factored in.
GMC Sierra EV with tonneau cover
I Saved $720 on My GMC Sierra EV Tonneau Cover by Stacking GM Points and a 25% Discount from MyGMC App, Here’s How
By Chris Johnston on
By using techniques like stacking, vehicle owners are unlocking hidden savings on parts and service from automakers’ rewards programs.
A black GMC Hummer EV truck with chrome accents and large tires is parked in a driveway. Sunlight reflects off the polished surface, creating a bold and powerful look.
I’ve Been Driving the GMC Hummer EV While My Sierra EV Is in the Shop, and If It Didn’t Cost Double My Truck I Would Get One in a Heartbeat
By Aram Krajekian on
A Hummer EV loaner turned a service visit into three unforgettable weeks, and reminded a Sierra EV owner why going back to gas feels like losing more than horsepower.
Red Ford Explorer ST parked in driveway next to black Ram truck.
My 2021 Explorer ST Has Been At The Dealer For 2.5 Weeks With A Burning Oil Smell, And Now I'm Told The Turbo Oil Feed Tube Is On 2-Month Backorder As My 100K Warranty Expires
By Noah Washington on
One Ford Explorer ST owner is facing the ultimate automotive heartbreak as his vehicle breaks down just 1,500 miles before its 100K warranty expires. This warranty horror story reveals the single biggest danger of performance car ownership.
Blue Kia EV9 SUV parked on hillside against dramatic sunset sky with mountains.
I Drove My Kia EV9 GT-Line 1,400 Miles Round Trip From Savannah To Memphis And Discovered Mercedes Chargers Are Superior While Atlanta's Stations Were Completely Full
By Noah Washington on
A 1,400-mile journey in a Kia EV9 revealed the new bottleneck of electric travel. Find out how congested charging stations in major cities like Atlanta added an extra hour to the trip.
2024 Chevy Silverado ZR2
2024 Chevy Silverado ZR2 Owner Says, “I’m Pulling a 26-ft Trailer, and All Of a Sudden I Lost Steering, I Limped In, and Now I Need the Dreaded L79 Inspection"
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Silverado ZR2 owner suddenly lost steering—now it's grinding and pulling left. It's at the dealer for the L79 engine inspection, a critical check, his advisor says, is "way hyped." Will he get a new 150k-mile warranty, or did he get a bad engine?
2017 Toyota Prius
My 2017 Prius 228K Miles In, Mileage Dropped to 40 MPG, No Warning Lights, Now Toyota Says I Have to Replace the Hybrid Battery Pack
By Denis Flierl on
A 2017 Toyota Prius needs a new battery. A salvage pack with 40k miles has been sitting, while a 100k-mile pack is fresh. Which is the smarter choice? The critical hybrid battery question: Does shelf life or mileage matter most for lithium pack longevity?
Rivian RT1 Ready For Work
The Adventure Pays Off: How Rivian Stole Tesla's Crown and Forged a Path to Profit
By Rob Enderle on
Rivian's first-ever profitable quarter marks a historic milestone for an EV startup, validating a brilliant strategy of capturing the premium adventure market and successfully converting early Tesla adopters with superior build quality.
Model 2 Tesla Ready To Take On The World
The People's Tesla: Why the Sub-$30,000 "Model 2" Changes Everything
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla's commencement of pilot production for its sub-$30,000 "Model 2" is a pivotal strategic move designed to dominate the mass market, reclaim customers lost to competitors, and finally make a compelling electric vehicle an economically rational choice.
Ford Ff-150 Lightning Ready For Work
Ford's 450-Mile Lightning Strike: The Electric Truck Is Finally Ready for Work
By Rob Enderle on
Ford's second-generation F-150 Lightning, with its game-changing 450-mile range, directly solves the critical issue of towing anxiety that hindered its predecessor, finally positioning the electric pickup as a viable, no-compromise workhorse.
2022 Tesla Model 3 and 2025 Rivian R1S
My 2022 Tesla Model 3 Has Lost So Much Value, I’m Trading It In For a 2025 Rivian R1S Tri, I’m About To Pull the Trigger, But I’m Scared
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla owner is trading her upside-down 2022 Tesla Model 3 for a 2025 Rivian R1S Tri. Terrified of buyer's remorse, she seeks advice on the switch and has questions about Rivian's quality. Is she making the right move from Tesla to Rivian?
Tesla Semi climbing a desert pass
I Haven’t Heard Much Lately about Electric 18-Wheelers Like the Tesla Semi, but I Found That There Has Been a lot of Impressive Progress
By Chris Johnston on
From millions of customer miles to e-depot infrastructure buildout, Tesla Semi and rivals are quietly racking up impressive real-world gains.
Black Jeep Grand Wagoneer with illuminated LED grille driving at sunset on desert road
I Drove My 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S EV 1,700 Miles Through Mountain Terrain And The Max Regeneration Was Fantastic, But A Mysterious "Larry Lobster" Warning Kept Appearing Without Any Chime
By Noah Washington on
The Jeep Wagoneer S conquered 1,700 miles of mountain terrain with fantastic range regeneration, but a weird, silent alert kept popping up.
Silver Hyundai SUV with black roof parked on rugged desert terrain at dusk
I Towed My 2,800-Pound Bayliner Boat With My 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9, And It Pulled Like A Dream, But My Range Dropped From 350 Miles To 180 Miles
By Noah Washington on
A new Hyundai Ioniq 9 owner hooked up a 2,800-pound boat and found the electric towing reality to be better than anyone expected. While the truck "pulled like a dream," the incredible torque came at a steep price: a crushing 45% drop in driving range.
Silver electric SUV driving on urban street with classical architecture and morning sunlight
I Traded My Tesla Model X For A Lucid Gravity And After 310 Miles With My Family, The Premium Interior And Automatic Frunk Won Me Over Despite Missing Phone Key Function
By Noah Washington on
A veteran Tesla Model X owner made the jump to a new Lucid Gravity and immediately noticed a shocking difference. Find out why the luxury EV felt actually luxurious, winning over his family with the premium interior design.
Subscribe to