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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 Outback, features, specs, fuel mileage
A Next-Gen Subaru Outback Hybrid And 1.8L Turbo Are Now Likely For The U.S.
By Denis Flierl on
The 2022 Subaru Outback with a 1.8-liter turbocharged engine breaks cover in Japan. Here's why customers in the U.S. could see the next-generation 2025 Outback with the smaller turbo engine.
Tesla Battery
Tesla 4680: Giga Texas to Begin Production in 2022 and a Short Review of Battery Tech
By Nicolas Caballero on
The restricted energy content of batteries is one of the major drawbacks limiting the successful implementation of EV technology nowadays, for every single automaker around the world. Considering the specific energy of gasoline is 9.2kWh/kg, corresponding to more than 3kWh/kg useful specific energy, limitations of the battery powered EV become apparent. That is why any news about Tesla´s 4680 battery production is significant, even more in the case of Giga Texas.
Tire truing is an old but still useful tire service.
Consumer Reports Shows All-Wheel-Drive Owners How to Save Money on Their SUV Tires
By Timothy Boyer on
Discover now why a flat on your All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) car or SUV no longer means having to replace all four tires.
MX-30 image courtesy of Mazda
Everything You Need To Know About the Mazda MX-30 Electric Vehicle In One Video
By John Goreham on
We summarize the MX-30 in an easy-to-understand way, and show you the ideal video to watch if you are interested in Mazda’s all-new MX-30 battery-electric compact crossover vehicle.
4680 Batteries Giga Berlin
4680 Batteries Just Spotted at Giga Berlin!
By Jeremy Johnson on
We see the 4680 batteries spotted at Giga Berlin according to Tesla subreddit u/geniuzdesign. This is exciting news. Elon Musk is also speaking at Giga Berlin. Let's see what's going on here!
2022 Subaru Forester features, technology, safety
Subaru Isn’t Limiting New Tech With Chip Shortage But There’s One They Should
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru is not limiting one feature on its new models like the 2022 Forester because of the microchip shortage, but there’s one that they should. Check out what customers dislike here.
Why Now is a Good Time To Sell Your Used Car
Consumer Reports Shows How to Be a Winner and Not a Loser When Selling Your Used Car
By Timothy Boyer on
With the pandemic, car dealers are having the problem of not having enough used cars to sell---even those car models that were not so desirable a few months ago, are fast becoming hot ticket items for car dealers today. Here’s the latest from Consumer Reports analysts on how to best sell your used car to get the best deal possible.
2021 Toyota 4Runner Venture Special Edition Classic Silver front end profile view wheels
Toyota 4Runner Shortage Leaves Customers Without a 2021. 2022 4Runner an Option?
By Jeff Teague on
Here is what you can do next if you ordered a Toyota 4Runner and will not get one. Consider a 2022 4Runner perhaps.
2022 Subaru Impreza pricing, features, specs,
6 Best New Cars Under $25,000 - Subaru Impreza Is A Top Pick If You Can Find One
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best new cars under $25,000? A new report says the 2022 Subaru Impreza is one of the best picks for shoppers. See why you may not find one.
Ford Adds Packages To The 2022 Mustang Lineup
Ford Adds Appearance, Performance Packages To 2022 Mustang Lineup
By Marc Stern on
With the 2022 model year coming up, Ford adds two packages to the popular Mustang lineup.
Tesla Insurance
Insurance, FSD Licensing, Solar Roof: 3 Interesting Outcomes of the 2021 Tesla Shareholder Meeting
By Nicolas Caballero on
There were many very important things mentioned by Elon Musk last night at the Tesla Shareholder meeting in Austin, Texas. Among them, I would like to point out to three of the things that particularly called my attention, taking into account their potential impact and the benefits that they would bring to customers and users in general.
Used cars are a hot market right now!
Consumer Reports Used Car Pick Finds From $40,000 to $7,000
By Timothy Boyer on
Discover now why putting off buying a used car today might be a costly mistake. Plus, Consumer Reports recently posted their used car pick finds ranging from $40,000 to as low as $7,000---many of which are expected to go quickly.
Aptera sports solar electric car
Aptera Reinvents Sports Car
By Dean McManis on
It seems that over the last decade so many cars have just been getting bigger, heavier, less efficient, and less connected to the driver. But Aptera is reinventing the 2 seat sports coupe, and becoming the new paradigm for energy efficient fun!
2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport, pricing, specs, features
CR Says Avoid The Nissan Rogue Sport Buy The Subaru Crosstrek Instead
By Denis Flierl on
Is the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek the best small SUV you can buy? See why Consumer Reports says it’s the best of fifteen subcompact SUVs and why you should avoid the Nissan Rogue Sport.
Tesla Cybertruck
Elon Musk Clarifies Why Tesla Delayed Cybertruck Volume Production To 2023
By Tinsae Aregay on
At Tesla's recent shareholders' meeting, Elon Musk said Tesla will not begin Cybertruck volume production until 2023. Musk also went into quite a bit of detail explaining this decision.
2022 Subaru Outback features, specs, pricing
15 Most Reliable SUVs To Exceed 200,000 Miles - Subaru Outback Scores High
By Denis Flierl on
What are the most reliable SUVs you can buy? A new report says the Subaru Outback makes the best fifteen models list.
Lime Green 2021 Toyota 4Runner
When Will Toyota Release A Hybrid 4Runner?
By Peter Neilson on
Just about every vehicle in the Toyota line up has a hybrid option, even the powerhouse Tundra. So, when will we see a 4Runner hybrid? Here is my theory.
Tesla Headquarters, Austin, Texas
Tesla Moving Headquarters to Austin, Texas
By Jeremy Johnson on
Elon Musk just said that Tesla is moving its headquarters to Austin, Texas, at the annual shareholder meeting, 2021 just an hour ago. Let's talk about why this matters.
New small pickups are redesigned for modern day work and fun
Consumer Reports Lists What's New in Small Pickup Trucks
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is the latest need-to-know info on three makes and models of small pickup trucks that analysts from Consumer Reports offer in a vehicle break-down of useful info you need before deciding on a small pickup truck purchase.
Hidden damage signs in a previously crashed used vehicle
Signs of Hidden Damage That a Used Car Was In a Collision
By Timothy Boyer on
How do you know whether a used car was ever in a collision? Turns out that there are some easy signs of hidden damage that should be part of your car inspecting process that you can do yourself in less than a minute.
2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Outback, 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Ascent
10 Best Car Brands In J.D. Power Tech Experience Study - Subaru Scores Top 5
By Denis Flierl on
What are the car brands that offer new vehicle technology that customers want? Check out the top-10 automakers and where Subaru ranks with the best.
Tesla Model 3
Tesla Way Ahead of Premium Auto Brands in USA in Q3 2021
By Nicolas Caballero on
As per the latest information available at the time of writing this article, Tesla was the number 1 premium auto brand in the U.S. in Q3 2021, even though it only had 3 models available (3, Y, S): Tesla sold 99,000 units, Japanese brand Lexus sold 81,000 units, German automaker BMW sold 76,000 units, and Mercedes Benz and Audi sold 71,000 and 41,000 units, respectively.
Next-generation 2024 Subaru Forester
New Report Says Next-Gen Subaru Forester Gets A Turbo and Hybrid Technology
By Denis Flierl on
When will the Subaru Forester get a turbocharged engine? A new report says it could be coming soon. Check out the details here.
Hyundai Tucson is a good under the radar compact SUV choice
Consumer Reports Identifies Compact SUVs That Are Winners and Losers
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s the latest for car buyers looking to buy a small SUV with this recommendation of 2 winners to buy, 2 losers to avoid; and, 2 under-the-radar alternatives you may not be aware about recently rated by Consumer Reports.
CyberTruck (Single Motor) Now Cheapest Tesla
CyberTruck Is Now The Cheapest Tesla That Customers Could Order Today
By Jeremy Johnson on
We just got news of price increases for the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y standard and long range vehicles. Assuming the CyberTruck doesn't get any price increases for those who have already ordered, it is now the cheapest Tesla you can get, with the single motor CyberTruck costing $39,900.
GM Debuts New Ultra Cruise "Hands-Free" driving
GM Debuts New "Hands-Free" Ultra Cruise for Premium Models Like 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ EV
By Mary Conway on
Now that GM and Ford have settled their dispute over the word Cruise, GM wasted no time in announcing a new level of "hands free" driving called Ultra Cruise. GM says it will enable hands-free driving on 95 percent of all public paved roads.
2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback
In New ACSI Auto Study Subaru Scores Number One Car Brand In 3 Areas
By Denis Flierl on
How does Subaru rank when customers score their vehicles? The ASCI study reveals Subaru scored highest in three areas. Check it out here.
When bad things happen to loaner cars
Bad Customer Car Dealership Stories From The Inside
By Timothy Boyer on
Have you ever been loaned a car from a dealership while your vehicle was being worked on by the Service Department? Did you treat the loaner like you do your own personal vehicle? Maybe that’s the problem. Here are some true loaner stories from a dealership that illustrates those times when it’s the customer who is being bad.
Image courtesy of Joan Morgan
Chevrolet Follows Glass Roof Craze With Upcoming Silverado Electric Pickup
By John Goreham on
Social media is filled with frustrated electric vehicle owners dismayed that their glass roofs are breaking. Now Chevrolet will enter the fray with its own glass roof on the upcoming Silverado EV truck.
Megapack
Tesla Hits Again: Megapack to Supply Batteries for Large-Scale North Queensland Project, Australia
By Nicolas Caballero on
Australia’s Genex Power Ltd (ASX:GNX) has ordered Tesla Megapack batteries for its 50-MW/100-MWh Bouldercombe energy storage system in North Queensland. A total of 40 Tesla Megapacks will be delivered to Tesla under this contract. This engine will create an energy storage system (BESS) with a capacity of 50 MW (power), 100 MWh (energy). It will be fully operational in the first half of 2023.
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