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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.

2026 Kia Sportage family
Hyundai And Kia Dominate U.S. News' 2026 Best Cars For The Money Awards, And Here's How They Rank
By Dimitar Angelov on
The publication has been providing useful consumer advice for years, and for 2026, Korean models seem to be dominating.
A chevy Bolt EV has a crash with a snowplow - Will it be totaled?
Chevy Bolt EV Goes Head-To-Head With Plow in Crash - Owner Asks, “Will It Be Totaled?”
By John Goreham on
An early model Chevy Bolt has collided with a front-end loader. Luckily, everyone is OK. The owner is now worried the beloved Bolt may be totaled. What say you?
2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Barrett Jackson
Chevrolet's Special Edition 2026 Corvette ZR1X Raised $2.6 Million at Auction
By Mary Conway on
Chevrolet's new Corvette ZR1X is described as the fastest car from an American manufacturer. The money raised from the sale of the one-of-a-kind Stars & Steel edition will help injured veterans and first responders.
2022 Toyota Tacoma
“I Took My 2022 Toyota Tacoma In For Service, But Even the Dealer Won't Carry the Outrageous Transfer Case Oil: No One Buys It Due to the Ridiculous Price”
By Denis Flierl on
When a major Toyota dealer stops stocking their own gear oil because it's "too expensive," you know there's a problem. Is the $80+ price tag worth it, or is Royal Purple a safe bet? See why Tacoma owners are ditching the dealership for the DIY aisle.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Is Out Of Warranty & Is Now Experiencing Costly Failures. He Adds, “Both Of My Front Seats Have Become Unadjustable”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares the challenges of owning the all-electric vehicle out of warranty. He notes that the seat adjustment mechanisms on both his front seats stopped working, and he might have to pay thousands of dollars for repairs.
2019 Ford F-150
“I Never Had Issues Before, But Wow, I Made a Huge Mistake, My 2019 Ford F-150 Transmission Failed Instantly” - Why Used Truck Buyers Should Be Wary
By Denis Flierl on
An F-150 owner had them for decades without a single hiccup, but this latest buy for her son was a total disaster. The 10-speed transmission failed instantly, leaving him with a big repair bill and deep regret. Don't fall into the same F-150 truck trap.
The new MR-2 will arrive around 2030, and will not be a BEV
We Are Getting A New Toyota MR-2 After All, But It Will Take a Few More Years To Arrive
By Dimitar Angelov on
Gazoo Racing President confirmed a midship sports car is in the making, but it is still in the early stages of development.
White Kia EV6 electric crossover parked on gravel driveway near modern minimalist home
A Travel Nurse Says Her Kia EV6 Became a Winter Nightmare After the 12-Volt Battery Failed, “Anybody Have Input?” She Asks After Getting Towed, Spending $250 on a New Battery, and Watching the Car Shut Down Again
By Noah Washington on
A travel nurse’s winter commute turned into a multi-tow disaster after her 2022 Kia EV6 repeatedly "died" in intersections, despite a brand-new $250 battery.
Tesla Cybertruck electric truck towing trailer with large engine at sunset on highway
A 2023 Hummer EV Edition 1 Owner Is Considering Trading for a Tesla Cybertruck, Saying GM Has Delivered “No New Functionality” in OTA Updates While Tesla’s FSD Is “On Another Level,”
By Noah Washington on
A 2023 Hummer EV Edition 1 owner is ready to jump ship to a Cybertruck after realizing that while his truck looks like the future, its software is stuck in the past.
Conrad's 2026 Toyota Prius LTD
“I Love Everything About My 2026 Toyota Prius LTD, But Toyota’s Decision to Kill the Rear Wiper is a Major Safety Oversight I Can’t Ignore”
By Denis Flierl on
Love the new Prius but hate the lack of a rear wiper? Conrad Del Rosario reveals why the 2026 Prius LTD is a game-changer despite the visibility issues. Is the digital rearview mirror the ultimate fix? Find out why he says the upgrade is a must-have!
Silver Tesla Model Y on a snowy mountain road
Almost Half of Tesla Model Ys Fail Mandatory Inspections in Denmark and Norway According to Data from Scandinavian Road Authority
By Chris Johnston on
The Tesla Model Y dominates Scandinavian roads, but inspection data is raising concerns.
2023 Chevy Silverado
I Analyzed Why This Owner’s 2023 Silverado Transmission Failed at 65K While His Son’s 2008 Hits 244K Miles: He Warns, “I Won’t Be Buying Chevy Again”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2023 Chevy dead at 65k miles? Dickie Shoemaker’s new Silverado just "crapped out," forcing him back into a 2008 model with 244k miles. Will he buy a Chevy again, and is modern GM reliability a myth? Here is what truck buyers need to know.
Scott Duff's 2024 Toyota Tundra
"It’s My Turn To Be Dead On The Road” - Why This 2024 Tundra Owner’s Engine Failure Proves Toyota’s Short Block Fix Isn't Enough
By Denis Flierl on
This 2024 Toyota Tundra owner is stranded, and I’m sounding the alarm. Why settle for a short block when your engine fails? I’m diving into why Toyota’s “fix” isn't enough for a $70k truck. What Tundra owners need to know.
White Dodge Challenger muscle car front view in parking lot
After Driving the New 550-HP Hurricane Dodge Charger Scat Pack, a Subaru WRX Owner Says the Acceleration Didn’t Feel Like 550 HP, Calling the Cabin “A Lot More Roomy” With Cargo Space That Could Fit “A Mountain Bike or Maybe Even a Twin Mattress,”
By Noah Washington on
A Subaru WRX owner’s first drive of the 550-HP 2025 Dodge Charger Scat Pack left him with a startling realization: the massive power doesn't always translate to raw speed.
Red Tesla Model Y towing a trailer with a golf cart, electric SUV hauling in parking lot
A 2023 Tesla Model Y Performance Owner Says Towing Exposed a “Major Flaw” in Tesla Range Predictions, Reporting “Less Than 1% per Mile” Consumption and Only “70–80 Miles per Charge” on a Chicago-to-New York Road Trip With 84% Battery Health
By Noah Washington on
A 2023 Model Y Performance owner is warning others after a cross-country towing trip saw his range plummet to just 70 miles per charge.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 using V2L to power a home during an ice storm outage
As Ice Storms Knock Out Power Across the U.S., A Hyundai Ioniq 5 Owner Says EVs Could Be a Lifeline for Millions of Homes
By Chris Johnston on
With ice storm power outages, EVs like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 are suddenly being talked about as emergency power, not just transportation.
A gray 2026 Ram 1500 pickup truck shown from a front three-quarter angle, featuring black wheels and the aggressive RAM grille design, parked outside a building with a green sign.
My 2026 Ram 1500 HEMI Has a Jerky Low-Speed Downshift, and Owners of ‘25 Hurricanes Are Saying the Same Thing
By Aram Krajekian on
A subtle downshift issue in a brand-new 2026 Ram 1500 has owners comparing notes. Some say it fades with miles, others are still waiting. Here’s why it may be too early to judge.
Jerry's Toyota Tacoma with severe front-end collision damage, showing a damaged grille, bumper, and hood from a front three-quarter view.
I Buy Toyotas Because My Tacoma Went Nearly Head-On at 55 MPH and I Only Had a Scratch on My Leg, Even Without Wearing a Seatbelt
By Aram Krajekian on
A terrifying 55 mph crash left one Toyota Tacoma owner walking away with little more than a scratch, and his story highlights why real world safety experiences often matter more than smaller complaints.
2026 Honda CR-V Sport L
“I Feel Every Bump”: Why This 2026 Honda CR-V Sport-L Owner Sounds the Alarm After Dumping Her “Jerky” Mazda CX-70
By Denis Flierl on
From jerky acceleration to feeling every pebble: Sharron traded her 2025 Mazda CX-70 for a 2026 Honda CR-V Sport L, seeking comfort, but she’s still vibrated by the road. Is it actually a downgrade? Here is her honest take and what buyers need to know.
2026 Toyota Sienna
Owner: My 2026 Sienna XLE Has Condensation On The Back Of The Oil Cap After 900 Miles, Dealer Looks At It, Says It's Normal
By Dimitar Angelov on
The sight of a milky residue on the oil cap is understandably worrying, but in this case, it seems to be driver error.
2026 Toyota Land Cruiser heritage blue driving on dirt trail through rocky mountain terrain
A New 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser Owner Says 500 Miles In, the “4x4” Isn’t Living Up to Expectations, “I Expected Better Performance,” He Says After Snow and Salt Trigger Constant ABS, While Complaining of Engine “Hiccups,” and "Loud Road Debris Noise"
By Noah Washington on
A 2026 Land Cruiser owner is warning the community after his $60,000 SUV developed engine "hiccups" and a "blurry" driver's side mirror within just 500 miles.
Volvo XC70
Owner of a BEV and a PHEV Says, “I Have to Plug in My PHEV Six Times as Often as My Chevy Bolt,” and adds, “I wouldn’t buy another Plug-in Hybrid”
By Chris Johnston on
Volvo’s proposed plug-in hybrid with a 100-mile range is igniting controversy. Many feel that modern EVs like the Chevy Bolt make range anxiety a thing of the past and gas extension unnecessary.
2016-Toyota-Highlander Limited
“I’m Done Chasing New Car Tech: My 2016 Toyota Highlander is ‘Perfectly Broken,’ and Buying a $52,000 Replacement is a Math Mistake I Won’t Make”
By Denis Flierl on
Why pay $10,000 a year for a new SUV when your current ride costs a fraction of that? Wayne Holmes breaks down the "new car trap" and why his 2016 Toyota Highlander is the ultimate financial win. Is it time to stop complaining and start calculating?
2026 Ford F-150
I Looked Into Why This 245K-Mile F-150 Owner Is “Done” With Ford: “We’re Getting the Shaft” On $50K Engine Failures
By Denis Flierl on
After 245K miles, one loyal F-150 owner is sounding the alarm on Ford’s new reliability. Why are $50K trucks failing in just 2 years? This veteran driver reveals the brutal truth about what’s happening under the hood.
Orange Rivian R1S electric SUV shown from the rear three-quarter view, parked on grass near a lake with autumn trees in the background during sunset.
After 3 Years and 80,000 Miles, My Rivian R1T Is One of the Best Trucks I’ve Ever Owned
By Aram Krajekian on
While EV horror stories dominate the conversation, one Rivian R1T owner reached 80,000 miles and realized the most surprising part was what never happened. His experience raises a question about what EV ownership really looks like long term.
Close-up view of hands performing mechanical work on an engine, showing various hoses, connectors and engine components in a dark engine bay.
A 2019 Toyota Tacoma Owner Says a $1,200 Transmission Leak Repair Failure Led to a Seized Transmission Just Five Minutes After Leaving the Dealer, Adds, “I’ve Never Had a Dealer Make This Big of a Mistake”
By Aram Krajekian on
A dealership visit meant to stop a Tacoma’s transmission leak turned into a worst-case scenario when a small detail was missed, forcing one owner to confront what “making it right” really means when the fix becomes far bigger than the problem.
Black Kia EV6 electric vehicle charging at solar-powered charging station
A 1,482-Mile Road Trip in a 2024 Kia EV9 Delivers 3.3 mi/kWh, $350 in Charging, The Owner Says “I Might as Well Have Been a Passenger in the Backseat 75% of the Trip”, Even Through 60-MPH Kansas Crosswinds
By Noah Washington on
A 2024 Kia EV9 owner says his 1,482-mile trek from Oklahoma to Denver felt more like a lounge experience than a long-haul drive thanks to Kia's HDA2 system.
White 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV RS on urban rooftop parking with city skyline
After 48 Days in the Shop With No Battery ETA, a Chevy Equinox EV RS Owner Says He’s Helping His “87-Year-Old Father” Lemon-Law the Car, Losing $3,000 on Sales Tax And $1,300 in Mods, Goes on To Say “EV prices Are Dropping Like a Rock”
By Noah Washington on
An 87-year-old’s dream car has turned into a legal nightmare after his 2025 Chevy Equinox EV RS sat in the shop for 48 days with no replacement battery in sight.
2018 Ford Focus
As the Coldest Weather in Decades is Hitting the Country, Ford Recalls 119,000 Vehicles With Engine Block Heaters
By Mary Conway on
Much of the United States will be experiencing record cold weather for the next three days. Ford just issued recalls for some Ford Escapes, Ford Explorers and Ford Focus vehicles equipped with engine block heaters.
Two Tesla Model 3 sedans racing
“No One Has Actually Beaten the Tesla Model 3,” Prospective Buyer Says, “Same-Price Rivals All Fall Short, and I Can’t Justify Not Buying One”
By Chris Johnston on
The Tesla Model 3 value gap looks small on paper, until you dig into range, software, and charging. We look the prices of popular EV sedans including Chinese models.
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