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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.

Black window pillar trim on a white vehicle, showing exterior trim condition melted
Why A 2023 Camry's Melted Trim May Not Be A Simple Warranty Claim
By Noah Washington on
A 2023 Camry owner says the car’s exterior trim looks scorched before year three. Toyota points to reflected sunlight, but the real question is whether owners can prove heat damage or push back on a warranty denial.
2021 Chevy Silverado
Silverado Oil Consumption Part 2: Disabling DFM and the 5W-30 Viscosity Solution
By Denis Flierl on
Stop your Silverado's rapid oil loss with this practical guide. Fleet data show that disabling DFM cylinder cutoffs and upgrading to 5W-30 synthetic oil reduces internal blow-by and protects vital valve train parts without voiding your warranty.
2021 Chevy Silverado LT Z71 Texas Edition
3-Time Silverado Owner Reports 2021 Z71 Texas Edition Burns Oil Fast At 75K Miles
By Denis Flierl on
A 3-time Chevy owner warns that his 2021 Silverado Z71 Texas Edition is burning oil rapidly at 75,000 miles. Despite showing 37% oil life, a low-oil warning triggered with zero external leaks, barely touching the dipstick. Brand loyalty vs. reality.
2024 Toyota RAV4
The RAV4 Lifecycle Blueprint: Balancing Factory Maintenance Realities Against Costly Dealership Upsells and Long-Term Mechanical Vulnerabilities
By Denis Flierl on
This Torque News investigative report by Denis Flierl establishes a technical roadmap for Toyota RAV4 owners, bridging the gap between $2,000 dealership service drive upsells and critical high-mileage mechanical vulnerabilities like cable corrosion.
Red 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Limited driving on a desert road in a front three-quarter action view.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 Drivers Are Learning The Hard Part About Foam-Lined EV Tires
By Noah Washington on
A punctured Ioniq 6 tire does not always mean buying a new one. Foam-lined EV tires can sometimes be repaired, but only if the shop knows the right process and the damage is in the safe zone.
Black 2014 Toyota Tundra Platinum parked on rocky desert terrain in a front three-quarter view.
The Toyota Tacoma Water Leak Some Shops Keep Passing Back and Forth
By Noah Washington on
A Tacoma leak can survive a third brake light repair if water is entering lower behind the rear seat. Owners need a real water test before damp carpet turns into odor, mold, and a much bigger bill.
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Summit 4x4
I Was Looking To Upgrade My Volvo To a Land Rover, But Came Across The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 3 Things Pleasantly Surprised Me
By Armen Hareyan on
After a week behind the wheel of the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Summit 4x4, I can report that Jeep has done something unexpected. This $72,580 three.row SUV now belongs in a genuine conversation with Lincoln, BMW, and Mercedes.
Tesla Model Y Flat Tire
Tesla Model Y Owner Realizes The Best Place To Replace A Tire Is To Take It To The Dealer
By Tim Healey on
Whether to take your car to the dealership or an independent shop is an eternal debate. One Tesla Model Y owner may have provided yet another possible answer in the never-ending discussion.
2024 Toyota RAV4
The High-Mileage Toyota RAV4 Survival Guide: Top 5 Mechanical Weak Points After 100,000 Miles
By Denis Flierl on
Skip the dealer upcharges and focus on the real high-mileage risks. Our engineering deep dive identifies the top 5 mechanical failures tracking across fifth-generation Toyota RAV4 platforms past 100,000 miles and details your practical action plan.
2024 Toyota RAV4
Toyota Dealer Recommends $2,038 For RAV4 30,000-Mile Service - Here Is What Your Manual Actually Says
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota RAV4 owner was quoted $2,038.98 for a routine 30,000-mile service at a dealership. We break down the estimate to reveal the unnecessary upcharges, what Toyota actually requires, and how you can save over $1,700 on your next maintenance bill.
Jay Gass 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV, the images of which he shared with Torque News under our Facebook comments
NJ Chevy Equinox EV Owner Says EV Charging Time Has a Big Advantage Necessary for Every Driver
By Armen Hareyan on
While critics argue that electric vehicle charging times ruin long road trips, a New Jersey Chevy Equinox EV owner explains how this supposed downside actually solves one of the biggest dangers of highway driving.
Blue BYD Atto 3 electric SUV driving on a rural road with trees and grass in the background.
The Chinese EV Threat Starts Before BYD Ever Sells a Car in America
By Noah Washington on
Chinese EVs do not need U.S. showrooms to shake up American used EV prices. Shoppers can already see cheaper, feature-packed models online, and that comparison may make older EVs on local lots feel overpriced.
Lucid Gravity electric SUV shown from the front three-quarter angle on a gravel road near trees.
Lucid Air vs. Lucid Gravity Comes Down to a 94-Mile Tradeoff
By Noah Washington on
Lucid’s Air and Gravity start at the same price, but the choice is simple: 94 extra miles of range in the Air, or the Gravity’s seats, cargo space, towing, and easier Tesla Supercharger access.
2025 Toyota Tacoma
The 4th-Gen Toyota Tacoma Action Plan: How Owners Can Escape Dealership ‘Diagnostic Limbo’ and Protect Powertrain Longevity
By Denis Flierl on
Facing harsh shifting or "Cannot Replicate" dealer rejections in your 4th-Gen Toyota Tacoma? This Torque News action plan provides owners with the precise technical strategies, TSB navigation steps, and data-logging tools to force warranty repairs.
2023 Nissan Frontier that Torque News Editor Armen Hareyan reviewed
I Chose a Nissan Frontier Over a Toyota Tacoma for 2 Reasons Despite Driving Tacoma To Buy My 1st Truck
By Armen Hareyan on
A first-time truck buyer set out to buy a Toyota Tacoma, but two things about a used Nissan Frontier stopped him cold and eight months later he has zero regrets.
White 2027 Rivian R2 driving on a two-lane road through green hills in a front three-quarter action view.
Rivian's Pet Patent Is Bigger Than Dog Mode, But Owners Should Read the Fine Print
By Noah Washington on
Rivian's new animal-interaction patent describes a vehicle that can read a pet tag, adjust cabin settings, monitor movement, and treat the animal like a real occupant.
The turbocharged, four-cylinder engine of a kia Telluride
It's Time to Move Past V6 Engines In SUVs: Kia’s ‘27 Telluride as an Example
By John Goreham on
If you’re a V6 fan, be open to other options, and you may be surprised by how much better other powertrains can be.
2026 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X
The Analog Survivor: Inside the Nissan Frontier's V6 Mechanical Longevity Advantage
By Denis Flierl on
Following our 2025 Tacoma owner investigation, Torque News delivers a mechanical teardown of the Nissan Frontier V6. Discover why its analog design excels in high-altitude environments and explore our practical long-term maintenance action plan.
2025 Toyota Tacoma SRD AWD
Why 7-Time Toyota Tacoma Owner Regrets His 2025 Model At 15K Miles - and Why He Wishes He Bought a V6 Nissan Frontier Instead
By Denis Flierl on
A 7-time Toyota Tacoma owner outlines why he has major buyer’s remorse 15k miles into his 2025 model, revealing why the truck lacks the iconic "Toyota feel" and why he regrets not choosing the V6 Nissan Frontier's smoother, linear power delivery.
White 2027 Rivian R2 parked on a wooded trail in a front three-quarter view.
Rivian R2’s Quiet Edge Over R1T/R1S Is Charging Math
By Noah Washington on
The Rivian R2 may not beat the R1T or R1S on size, power, or presence. But for buyers who charge at home, park daily, and need fewer ownership headaches, it may be the Rivian that makes the most sense.
Rivian R1S towing an Airstream trailer at a desert campsite with mountains in the background.
A Rivian R1S Towed a 4,000-Lb Airstream Through Mountains, and Speed Was the Villain
By Noah Washington on
A Rivian R1S owner towed an Airstream through the Sierra and logged every leg. The surprise was not that the range dropped. It was how useful a 140-mile planning floor became.
White Rivian R2 parked under trees with a rooftop cargo box in a side-profile view.
According To Rivian's AMA The R2's Biggest Feature May Be the Software It Hasn't Received Yet
By Noah Washington on
Rivian's R2 software AMA made the sales pitch clearer: the SUV should improve after delivery. That is exciting, but buyers need to know which features are ready, which are on the roadmap, and which depend on future hardware.
How Tesla Became a Global Automotive Titan From a Garage Startup
How Tesla Became a Global Automotive Titan From a Garage Startup
By Armen Hareyan on
I liked this fresh video from Torque News so much that I decided to make its brief article version for our readers.
The Ultimate Restomod Merging Vintage Aerodynamics with Next-Generation Electric Power
Converting Classic Automobiles to Electric Power Requires Patience While Waiting for Standardized Hub Motors and Solid State Batteries
By Rob Enderle on
Converting a vintage automobile to electric power promises zero maintenance and endless torque, but staggering installation costs mean enthusiasts must patiently wait for the upcoming wave of standardized conversion kits.
The Gathering Storm Over the American Auto Industry
Economic Headwinds Fracture the United States Electric Vehicle Market Threatening Legacy Automaker Survival by 2030
By Rob Enderle on
As the American electric vehicle transition stalls against high interest rates and political uncertainty, we analyze which domestic automakers will thrive, barely survive, or completely collapse before the 2030 deadline
The Global Shift in Automotive Power
Emerging Markets Reshape the Global Automotive Ecosystem to Determine the Corporate Survivors of 2030
By Rob Enderle on
As electric vehicle sales slow in the United States and China, surging demand across Europe and emerging markets is permanently reshaping the global automotive ecosystem and determining who survives 2030.
The Future of Urban Commuting Above the Skyline
Joby Aviation Taking Flight Over Manhattan Proves Building Consumer Trust Remains the Ultimate Hurdle for Urban Air Mobility
By Rob Enderle on
Joby Aviation recently launched piloted demonstration flights between JFK and Manhattan. While the technology is thrilling, true mainstream adoption of flying cars demands unprecedented public testing and consumer trust.
1. The Grid of Tomorrow: Powering the Clean Energy Freight Revolution
Heavy Truck Electrification Demands Megawatt Power but Infrastructure Delays Threaten Logistics
By Rob Enderle on
The heavy-duty electric truck revolution has arrived, but a critical roadblock remains. Megawatt-level charging infrastructure is severely lagging behind the cutting-edge vehicles ready to electrify our global freight corridors.
Overcoming the Apartment EV Charging Hurdle
Fixing the Multi-Family Housing EV Charging Desert Demands Immediate Automaker Action and Bold Infrastructure Overhauls
By Rob Enderle on
The electric vehicle revolution is stalling at the apartment door. Millions of renters face a severe charging desert, demanding innovative infrastructure solutions and aggressive automaker strategies to unlock mass adoption.
2025 Honda CR-V
2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid Action Plan: Legal Lemon Thresholds and Step-by-Step Backorder Solutions
By Denis Flierl on
A Torque News consumer watchdog report reveals how the 30-day legal lemon threshold can protect 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid owners facing extensive backorders on the power steering rack and fuel injectors. Learn the step-by-step corporate escalation plan.
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