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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.

Ford Maverick Wins Important Industry Awards
NACTOY Awards Just A Part Of Ford Maverick And Bronco 2022 Story
By Marc Stern on
For the second time in the last two years, Ford has won two major NACTOY awards. NACTOY stands for the North American Car/Truck of the Year Awards. It is a program that began months ago as the first vehicles were vetted for the program. As the months have gone on, a jury of 50 automotive veterans have put and pushed each vehicle through its paces to find the winners.
Lucid Motors employees producing Lucid Air EV
Lucid's Talent Takeover
By Anthony Donati on
Lucid Motors is Taking Talent from Tesla, Apple and other major Technology and Automotive companies. This should bode well for $LCID stock and position Lucid Motors as the top Tesla Rival in the entire world.
Image showing Lucid's AMP-1 factory in Arizona, photographed from a drone.
Lucid Motors Will Build A Factory In Saudi Arabia By 2026
By James Walker on
Lucid Chairman shares the company's plans for production in the Middle East during mining conference in the Saudi capital.
Tesla Starts Giga Texas production
Tesla Giga Texas Starts Production
By Armen Hareyan on
2022 Subaru Forester features, specs, pricing
The 20 Best-Selling U.S. Models - New Subaru Forester Barely Sneaks In
By Denis Flierl on
How does the 2022 Subaru Forester rank with the best-selling new vehicles? See where Forester ranks in the top-20.
Latest Discounted Cars for January 2022
Consumer Reports Lists the Most Discounted New Cars to Buy Right Now
By Timothy Boyer on
In spite of the vehicle shortage and inflated new car pricing, Consumer Reports’ analysts recently found 10 models that right now are now selling below their MSRP sticker price---one of which is a surprising popular truck find.
2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing
The 11 Best SUVs Under $40K - Subaru Outback Is 2nd Best 2-Row
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best 2022 model year SUVs you can buy under $40,000? The 2022 Subaru Outback now scores the second-best in the 2-Row category. Check out the full details here.
Tesla Giga Shanghai
Tesla China Sets Another Production Record In December Following 2 Months Of Growth Stabilization
By Tinsae Aregay on
According to the wholesale number released by China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) Tesla sold 70,847 vehicles in the month of December. This is a 34% growth month over month and 3 times the production year over year.
Tesla Semi Spotted on San Francisco Bridge
Tesla Semi Spotted on San Francisco Bridge
By Jeremy Johnson on
A Tesla Semi was seen driving along the San Francisco bridge. It's a majestic and beautiful, along with quiet, vehicle.
Tesla Signs 75,000 Ton Battery Deal With Talon
Tesla Signs 75,000 Ton Battery Deal With Talon
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla has just signed a 75,000 ton battery deal with Talon for its 4680 battery cells. This is a large deal and is another step for Tesla in acquiring the huge amount of raw materials it will need for its auto and energy business.
Not all ASE Certified Mechanics Are the Same
The Biggest Red Flag You’ve Taken Your Car to the Wrong Mechanic
By Timothy Boyer on
Finding a reputable mechanic is not an easy task and relying solely on a garage having an ASE certification is not an absolute guarantee. Here’s a lesson learned the hard way with one car owner who should have seen the biggest red flag many car owners face too often.
Image showing the logos for North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the year awards.
Lucid Air Finishes Runner-Up For North American Car Of The Year 2022
By James Walker on
Ford takes home a pair of trophies in awards results featuring a lack of electric vehicles despite strong finalists.
Ford F-150 Leads Pickup Market For 45th Year
Ford Becomes Best-Selling Vehicle Manufacturer In Fourth Quarter
By Marc Stern on
In looking over Ford's 2021 sales wrapup, the automaker enthusiastically looked toward 2022 and saw its electrified vehicle models taking off.
2022 Toyota Tundra Capstone Wind Chill Pearl profile view
Toyota Reveals New 2022 Tundra Capstone Trim. You Will Not Believe How Loaded It Is
By Jeff Teague on
A new 2022 Tundra hybrid trim level has been revealed. We answer your biggest questions.
2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek sales outlook
Top-10 Car Brands - Subaru Was 7th Before COVID, Now Drops To 10th In Sales
By Denis Flierl on
Before COVID, Subaru was selling a record number of Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek models. See how far they have fallen and finished 2021 compared with all other automakers. What can customers expect in 2022?
Image used with the permission of Ed Woz
Michelin CrossClimate2 Tire Owner Reports - Outstanding Winter Traction
By John Goreham on
The Michelin CrossClimate2 is a winter-rated all-season tire with no downsides. Here is what actual owners report about this groundbreaking new tire design when driven on snow and on ice.
2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek
CR’s 6 Best SUVs Under $30K - Subaru Forester, Crosstrek Rise To The Top
By Denis Flierl on
The 2022 Subaru Forester and 2022 Crosstrek are now ranked among the six best SUVs under $30,000 by Consumer Reports. Check out why they both now score number one best in their category.
2022 Canyon 4WD AT4 Crew Cab
The 2022 Canyon 4WD AT4 Crew Cab: Trendy Off-Road Vibe
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2022 GMC Canyon is the more elegant version of Chevy Colorado, despite some of their similarities and there has been a great improvement in the reliability of GM's compact pickup duo (Chevrolet Colorado / GMC Canyon). This week Torque News is reviewing the 2022 Canyon 4WD AT4 Crew Cab.
2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer AWD Activ
2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer AWD Activ: Small SUV With Big Horizons
By Armen Hareyan on
This week I had the opportunity to test out for a week the new 2022 Chevy Trailblazer AWD ACTIV trim, a crossover inspired by the great and updated Chevy Blazer. The Activ trim is Trailblazer's off-road package and gives the vehicle more performance.
Tesla Q4, 2021 Earnings Are Coming - What To Expect
Tesla Q4, 2021 Earnings Are Coming - What To Expect
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla will report on their Q4, 2021 earnings after the closing bell on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. Let's take a look at what we think Tesla will report and how it will impact the stock price.
Image of Tesla Cybertruck courtesy of Tesla media gallery
26 Months After 2019 Unveiling of the Tesla Cybertruck It Is "Indefinitely Delayed"
By John Goreham on
Tesla's public Cybertruck event happened before the market disruption and during a different Presidency.
Image of VW ID.4 controls courtesy of VW media support.
Watch These Veteran EV Testers Lambaste the Controls of VW’s ID.4
By John Goreham on
“Spongy, wonky, annoying, disappointing, frustrating, and not working.” The VW ID.4 controls have stirred some controversy. Here is how one experienced EV testing team broke down just how terrible some aspects of the ID/4’s design are in their opinions.
Image showing a cut-away view of a Lucid Air to highlight its underfloor battery placement.
Lucid Plans Second Life For Recycled EV Batteries In Energy Storage
By James Walker on
Lucid plans to recycle the batteries used to power its electric vehicles in stationary power storage applications which its CEO believes could soon eclipse its car business.
2022 Subaru Forester, Forester Wilderness features, specs, tow rating
Clearing Up The New Subaru Forester And Wilderness Tow Ratings
By Denis Flierl on
Many customers ask, do all 2022 Subaru Forester trim levels come with a 3,000 lb tow rating? We answer the question here.
Image of Toyota RAV4 Prime courtesy of Kate S.
Toyota RAV4 Prime Owner 1-Year Review - Brilliant and No Regrets
By John Goreham on
Here is why one Toyota RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle owner still loves her vehicle after a full year of ownership. Read what she says about using it as a farm vehicle.
2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback
Subaru Reliability - Forester, Outback, Crosstrek All Score Number One In Class
By Denis Flierl on
Are the 2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Outback, and 2022 Crosstrek reliable all-wheel-drive cars? Check out the latest study from Consumer Reports ranking all three models number one in their SUV categories.
Image showing a rendering of a silver Mercedes-Benz EQXX concept car driving beside a lake with mountains in the background.
Consumer Electronics Show 2022 Showcases The Future Of Mobility
By James Walker on
Annual showcase of EVs and mobility technology brings offerings from GM, Mercedes, BMW, Sony, and more.
2022 Ford Maverick Has Seatbelt Problem
Ford Recalls Transit Vans To Repair Rear Driveshaft Problem; 2022 Maverick, Mustang Mach-E Rear Seatbelt Issues
By Marc Stern on
Ford has had a number of recalls recently. They continue with fixes for rear driveshaft problems for Ford Transit vans and for problems with rear seatbelt assemblies in Maverick compact pickups and Mustang Mach-Es.
2022 Subaru Ascent pricing, features, reliability
The New Subaru Ascent Family Hauler Year End And Is It Reliable?
By Denis Flierl on
The 2022 Subaru Ascent sales are down to finish 2021, but where is the 3-Row family hauler headed in 2022? Is the Ascent a reliable model?
Tesla Giga Texas
Tesla Gets The Green Light To Begin Refreshed Model Y Production At Giga Texas
By Tinsae Aregay on
According to Wedbush Managing Director and Senior Equity Analyst Daniel Ives, Tesla has received final approval to begin refreshed Model Y production at Giga Texas. Production is expected to begin in the next 7 to 10 days.
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