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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.

2022 Subaru Forester features, specs, safety technology
AAA Finds Subaru Forester Safety Tech Still Causes Crashes
By Denis Flierl on
The 2022 Subaru Forester just earned the highest safety rating from the IIHS, but how well does the compact SUV prevent crashes? AAA says Forester's safety tech still causes crashes.
Volkswagen Is No Longer Bowing Down To Tesla
Volkswagen Is No Longer Bowing Down To Tesla
By Jeremy Johnson on
The E for Electric analysts make a case for why VW will pass Tesla eventually, as soon as by 2025. Let's go over why they think this is.
2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Named to Ward's Best Interior List
Why the 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Was a Slam Dunk for this Prestigious Award
By Mary Conway on
The 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer was a unanimous choice for this award, which is almost unheard of in the automotive world. We show you why.
2022 Subaru Legacy pricing, features, specs, fuel mileage
The 10 Best Sedans - CR Says Subaru Legacy Is Now Ahead Of Toyota Camry
By Denis Flierl on
Which new sedans are the best? Check out the top-10 best sedans for 2022. See why the 2022 Subaru Legacy is now ranked number two in the midsize category ahead of the Toyota Camry.
Tesla FSD improvements
Tesla's FSD Is Already Much More Courteous To Pedestrians and Cyclists Than Average Driver
By Armen Hareyan on
2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Wins Several Texas Awards
The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Minivan Rounds Up a Bunch of Awards Including Green Vehicle at Texas Competition
By Mary Conway on
The Texas Automotive Writers Association held its annual Auto Roundup and the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is driving off with multiple awards.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Stops Accepting Cybertruck Orders After Elon Musk Revealed It’s Sold Out Until 2027
By Tinsae Aregay on
In an update to the company's online configurator, Tesla has now stopped taking new reservations for the Cybertruck. The move comes on the heels of Elon Musk announcing the futuristic truck is sold out until 2027.
Tesla Cybertruck inspired Cyberwhistle
Tesla Brings Back The Cyberwhistle But It Can Only Be Purchased Using Doge Coin
By Tinsae Aregay on
Last December, after selling out within hours, Tesla has now brought back the Cybertruck-inspired whistle to the company's online shop. However, this time the Cyberwhistle can only be purchased using Doge Coin.
Poll Shows 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Is More Popular Than Highlander
Poll Shows 2022 RAV4 Hybrid Is More Popular Than Highlander
By Harutiun Hareyan on
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners say they would not switch over to a Highlander Hybrid even though the Highlander is bigger.
Image showing the Mercedes 300SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe with side exhausts.
Mercedes-Benz Rumored To Have Smashed Auction Record With $142 Million Sale
By James Walker on
Just two examples of the 300SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe were ever produced and Mercedes has reportedly sold one of them for a stratospheric price.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Calls To End The War On Plastic Straws
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk has called for an end to the war against plastic straws. Given he is the founder of Tesla, a company perhaps doing the most to clean up our environment, this was a bit of a head scratcher. However, Musk's words point to a larger critique of society.
2025 Subaru all-electric models
Big News - Subaru Says More New EVs Are Coming To The US By 2027
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Corporation announced new electrification plans for its U.S. and global customers. See what electric vehicle plans Subaru has over the next five years.
Image showing a pair of Lucid-branded tractor-trailers pulling out from the loading dock at AMP-1 in Arizona.
Semiconductor Shortages From China Are Lucid CEO's Main Concern
By James Walker on
Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson shares his biggest worries for Lucid production and what the company is doing to mitigate them.
2023 Subaru Legacy features, specs, upgrades
Newly-Refreshed Subaru Legacy Drops A Trim Level Adds 7 New Upgrades
By Denis Flierl on
The 2023 Subaru Legacy arrives with a refresh and new upgrades. Get the full details, images, and our analysis here.
Tesla FSD Beta
Elon Musk Says Latest Tesla FSD Beta Release ‘Needs More Work’
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla's FSD beta testers are thrilled with the latest version of FSD software and asked Elon Musk if it's time to release FSD to all Tesla drivers. Musk, however, said he still believes the software "needs more work."
Mercedes Benz
Mercedes Isn't Alone; Other Automakers Have Told Owners To Park Their Vehicles
By Marc Stern on
Mercedes-Benz isn't the only automaker that has told its owners to park their vehicles and walk as others like Hyundai and Kia have as well. For M-B, it makes sense and like Ford it's just good public relations.
Jeep and Ellen Surprise Frontline Nurse With 2022 Jeep Compass
Jeep and Ellen Surprise Frontline Nurse with 2022 Jeep Compass
By Mary Conway on
The Ellen Show is winding down its19th and final season. As Ellen DeGeneres prepares to leave the talk show, she is inviting back some of her favorite guests. She teamed up with Jeep to reward one special nurse.
Tesla Cybertruck Sold Out Until 2027
Tesla Cybertruck Sold Out Until 2027
By Jeremy Johnson on
We have news from the Electric Viking that the Tesla Cybertruck is sold out until 2027. What are the factors that make this statement true? Let's go over this news and find out!
Over Filling Your Gas Tank is a Bad Practice to Have
Do Not Buy a Used Rental Car for This Reason
By Timothy Boyer on
Buying a rental car is typically advised against because of poor maintenance by rental agencies and because some renters…quite frankly…abuse rental cars. However, there is another reason why buying a used rental is a bad idea due to a shared fault of both the renter and the rentee.
Tesla's Robot is a Done Deal - Says Everyone in the AI Industry
Tesla's Robot is a Done Deal - Says Everyone in the AI Industry
By Jeremy Johnson on
According to BestInTesla, the Tesla robot is a done deal. Tesla already has everything needed to make a robot work in a Tesla factory today. As such, we should see a Tesla robot in service very soon.
Side view sketch of the upcoming Scout R-SUV from VW
Volkswagen Will Resurrect Scout As A Rugged Off-Road EV Brand
By James Walker on
VW acquired the rights to the Scout name in 2020 and plans to launch a pickup and rugged off-roading SUV capitalizing on its image.
Image of a gold Lucid Air Dream Edition parked in front of a historic building ahead of the brand's first European Studio opening in Munich.
Lucid Is Building More Air Dream Editions To Celebrate European Expansion
By James Walker on
Lucid's first European Studio lands it right at the heart of its German luxury rivals and they're even sending out a few more Dream Editions for the occasion.
The 2023 Toyota Venza Nightshade Edition Will Drop Some Jaws
The 2023 Toyota Venza Nightshade Edition Will Drop Some Jaws
By Harutiun Hareyan on
Toyota just released their all-new 2023 Toyota Venza Nightshade and its design paired with functionality will change the SUV game.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk
Tesla Shares Give Up Gains After Elon Musk Says He is “Still Committed” To Buy Twitter
By Tinsae Aregay on
Earlier today, Elon Musk announced that he was putting the deal to buy Twitter on hold. This sent Tesla shares up 7% following rumors Musk is planning to walk away from the Twitter deal altogether. However, soon after Tesla stock gave up some of its gains after Musk reiterated that he was still committed to buy the social media platform.
Tips to Avoid Tow Truck-Related Problems
Tow Company Warning and How to Protect Yourself When Towed
By Timothy Boyer on
See how a tow company damaged a Toyota and what they tried to do to avoid responsibility for the damage their employee caused.
2023 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation Subaru STI
We Just Found What Could Be The Next-Generation Electric Subaru STI
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru just revealed what could be the next-generation WRX STI. Check out the first electric 1070 HP FC1-X RallyCross Car and what Subaru has planned.
Off Road Does Not Mean On River
TGIF Car Repair Humor Twofer
By Timothy Boyer on
It’s Friday and once again time for some car repair humor that should make you feel slightly smarter than the owners of these vehicles with this twofer submission for your viewing enjoyment.
Tesla's Fremont Factory Production
I Don't Think Fremont Has Ever Been This Busy This Early in a Quarter
By Armen Hareyan on
2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, fuel mileage, pricing
Buy A Used Subaru Crosstrek In This City And You'll Pay $3K More Than A New Model
By Denis Flierl on
Should you buy a used model with the shortage of new 2022 Subaru Crosstrek SUVs? See why the Crosstrek is the worst Subaru model to buy used, and one city where they are selling for way over new vehicle prices.
2022 Toyota Sienna Hybrid front exterior
2022 Toyota Sienna Hybrid: Evolutionary Changes Have Risen The Benefits
By Armen Hareyan on
This week Torque News is reviewing the 2022 Toyota Sienna Hybrid Platinum trim and we are impressed by the treats it offers: heated front seats and steering wheel for all, 3 or 4 zone climate control, SmartKey, 8 to 10 airbags, USB, USB-C and HDMI ports, 12" screen in the ceiling, 6 to 12 JBL sound quality and 36 miles of fuel economy per gallon.
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