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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.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs

Subaru Crosstrek Driver Rear-Ended At 65 MPH Says “This Car Saved My Life”

By Denis Flierl on November 1, 2021 - 7:32AM

How safe is the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek? Check out a horrific rear-end accident where the driver says the compact SUV saved his life.

Tesla image by John Goreham Re-use by permission only.

What To Know About Tesla’s Model Y and Model 3 Recall

By John Goreham on October 31, 2021 - 6:54PM

Tesla is recalling certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles because of a suspension issue that may lead to a crash.

Toyota Prius Prime Saves Two Lives In Horrific Rear-Ending Crash

By John Goreham on October 31, 2021 - 6:23PM

Toyota’s focus on safety is clearly evident in the outcome of this crash between a Prius Prime and a Pickup Truck.

Customized 2021 Bronco Sport Model by Baja Forged

Ford Teams With Customizers To Create Six Special Vehicles For The SEMA Show

By Marc Stern on October 31, 2021 - 2:37PM

Ford's display at this year's SEMA Show, kicking off tomorrow, will feature a huge range of customizations. It not only features its own online offerings, but, it also shows the wares that have been created by customizers that will highlight offerings for customers.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV features, specs

Subaru Confirms New Solterra EV Global Debut In November- Complete Details

By Denis Flierl on October 31, 2021 - 7:01AM

The all-new 2023 Subaru Solterra makes its global debut in November. Check out the complete details here.

Tesla's Genius Strategy for How It Delivers Cars To and From China

By Jeremy Johnson on October 30, 2021 - 7:37PM

Tesla has a genius strategy in how it delivers cars to residents of China and how it exports cars from China. What is this strategy that Tesla employs? What makes it a genius strategy? Let's find out!

BDS Suspensions Shows Its Wares At The Ford SEMA Show Stand

Ford To Display More Than 40 Custom Creations At SEMA Show

By Marc Stern on October 30, 2021 - 6:09PM

When the SEMA Show kicks off on Monday visitors will see more than 40 must-have creations that will highlight Ford's many accessories for its cars and trucks.

Lucid Air Dream Edition pictured at the Lucid Rally where customers will take delivery of their new EVs.

Dreams Become Reality: Lucid Begins Deliveries of Air EV Sedan

By James Walker on October 30, 2021 - 5:18PM

The first customers have taken possession of their Lucid Air Dream Edition sedans at a landmark event in northern California.

2023 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation Subaru STI

Subaru Teases Young Gamers By Camping The Next-Generation WRX STI

By Denis Flierl on October 30, 2021 - 11:41AM

Subaru announced they would launch a new gaming center at Subaru Park. Check out how they will market the next-generation 2023 Subaru WRX STI to a new generation of performance fans.

Used Car Dealer Scam With Superglue and Drywall Screws

By Timothy Boyer on October 30, 2021 - 10:38AM

Ever wonder what kind of surprises you can get from a used car dealer when you don’t bother having the vehicle inspected? Here’s a good example of what happens if you think all dealerships inspect and repair used cars before reselling them.

Toyota Mechanic Demonstrates Warning Light Solutions

Toyota Dashboard Warning Light Fix

By Timothy Boyer on October 30, 2021 - 9:48AM

Before going to a garage about a flashing dashboard warning light, here are some useful car maintenance tricks that apply to many car models demonstrated by a Toyota mechanic who discusses one warning light idiosyncrasy observed in some Toyota Tacoma’s.

Subaru Will Hit It Out Of The Park If It Brings A New Truck With No CVT

By Denis Flierl on October 30, 2021 - 6:46AM

Subaru enthusiasts have spoken, and they would buy a new 2023 Subaru Wilderness truck if it offered five things. Number one, of course, is no CVT. Check out the rest here.

2021 Mercedes Benz GLS, Luxury Family Offering 7 Seats

By Armen Hareyan on October 29, 2021 - 11:09PM

The first generation of this well-heeled family SUV (the Mercedes GLS) saw the light of day in 2007. The only German vehicle to offer 7 seats, the GLS was recently joined by BMW, which launched the X7. Mercedes has decided to make an update and have a 3rd generation model in 2020. In this review of the 2021 GLS 80 4MATIC I will tell you what has change and what makes it stand out.

Ford and VW Give Thanks and Credit To Elon Musk and Tesla

By Jeremy Johnson on October 29, 2021 - 9:32PM

Ford and VW (Volkswagen) have given credit to Tesla for their efforts in leading the way for electric vehicles. It seems the big 3 auto makers could now be: Tesla, VW, and Ford. Let's see what's happening here.

Lucid Motors Will Give Tesla A Run With Announced New Features

By Peter Neilson on October 29, 2021 - 8:15PM

Tesla motors is the pioneer of the first commercially viable electric car. When something new comes out everyone wants a piece of the action. Take a look at what Lucid motors is doing to beat Tesla at their own game.

Shelby American Previews Electric Performance Future With Shelby Mach-E GT Concept

By Carl Malek on October 29, 2021 - 6:37PM

Shelby American has always been known for pushing the envelope on performance when it comes to Ford products (despite a brief affair with Chrysler in the '80s and '90s.) But while large V8 engines have become the proverbial symbol for the aftermarket tuner, even Shelby isn't immune from the electric revolution, and the company showcased a possible response, the Shelby Mach-E GT Concept.

Yellow Rivian R1T shown covered in dust after competing in the 2021 Rebelle Rally.

Pre-Production Rivian R1T Finishes Fifth in 2500 Kilometer Rebelle Rally

By James Walker on October 29, 2021 - 5:23PM

Near-production ready R1T piloted by Emme Hall and Rebecca Donaghe gives a highly admirable performance to clinch fifth place in the grueling trek through more than 1500 miles of desert.

Ford Highlights Performance Accessories With Six Custom-Built Broncos At SEMA Show

By Marc Stern on October 29, 2021 - 4:21PM

Every year, automakers unveil their conceptual thinking as they show their concept wares. Ford, for example, will display six specially designed Broncos that show not only the Bronco Brand, which is making its debut, and the accessories that customers can use customized and make their Broncos super-special.

A Brief Review of Tesla Models Y and 3 Suspension System

By Nicolas Caballero on October 29, 2021 - 2:07PM

There are many different types of suspension components in modern cars, depending on which classification we take into account. As an example: linkages, springs, and shock absorbers. The linkages are the bars and brackets that support the wheels, springs and shock absorbers.

Toyota Is Working on Car-to-Car Wireless Charging On The Move

By Armen Hareyan on October 29, 2021 - 10:30AM

Toyota says electric vehicles are not for everyone and offers alternatives

Toyota Top Executive Says EVs Are Not for Everyone

By Armen Hareyan on October 29, 2021 - 10:26AM

2022 Subaru BRZ, pricing, specs, features

Don’t Let New GR86’s Low Price Fool You - Toyota Will Charge Way Over MSRP

By Denis Flierl on October 29, 2021 - 8:24AM

Toyota announced the 2022 GR86 pricing, and its price is lower than the 2022 Subaru BRZ. See why Toyota dealers will mark up the sports coupe far more than MSRP.

Elon Musk Is Thinking To Start a Texas Institute of Technology & Science

By Armen Hareyan on October 29, 2021 - 7:56AM

Hours ago this morning Tesla CEO Elon Musk made several Tweets revealing his desire to start a new university in Texas with "epic merch" and name it Texas Institute of Technology & Science.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV

The All-New Subaru Solterra EV SUV Comes Into Focus With 300-Mile Range

By Denis Flierl on October 29, 2021 - 7:06AM

The 2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric SUV is closer to reality, and we know new details about the first all-electric SUV. Check it out here.

Check Out These Brand New Rivian R1Ts in Transit

By James Walker on October 28, 2021 - 10:09PM

Slowly but surely the first Rivian R1T electric trucks are making their way to customers, as this video from Twitter user @D_Love shows.

Tesla Opportunity Keeps Growing With Hertz - Could Take $TSLA to 3 Trillion Market Cap

By Jeremy Johnson on October 28, 2021 - 8:07PM

Tesla stock has been on a tear lately and it's possible now that Tesla could reach a 3 trillion dollar market cap in the next 5 years as other rental and ride sharing car companies order Tesla vehicles and use their autonomous software. Let's take a look!

2022 GMC HUMMER EV with Overlanding Tent

Three 2022 GMC HUMMER EVs Hope to Electrify the Crowd at SEMA

By Mary Conway on October 28, 2021 - 7:15PM

GMC is sending two HUMMER EV pickups and an SUV to SEMA. The EVs will be displaying some of the 200 accessories already designed for the new truck, including Overlanding equipment.

Ride Sharing Companies Should All Start Using Tesla Vehicles

By Jeremy Johnson on October 28, 2021 - 7:06PM

There is going to be a "land grab" of electric vehicles and autonomous software soon. With the news of Hertz buying 100,000, no make that 150,000 Tesla vehicles, along with a partnership with Uber, it makes one wonder what other car rental and ride sharing companies should do with their money. Should they buy Tesla vehicles? Let's find out!

Hertz CEO Says 50K Teslas to Uber Can Grow To 150K

By Nicolas Caballero on October 28, 2021 - 6:41PM

There were some more interesting news regarding the huge deal Tesla closed with Hertz, and Hertz with Uber, earlier this week, that involved 100 thousand Model 3 Teslas.

Why Lexus Sport Models Might Not Be What You Think You Are Buying

Toyota Mechanic Reveals the Truth About New and Used Lexus Models

By Timothy Boyer on October 28, 2021 - 2:41PM

Learn from a Toyota Master Diagnostic Technician the truth about new and used Lexus models concerning whether or not Lexus is really just a glorified Toyota; and, what this means for Lexus shoppers looking to buy a new or used Lexus over a Toyota.

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