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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.

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser heritage blue driving on dirt trail through rocky mountain terrain
A New 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser Owner Says 500 Miles In, the “4x4” Isn’t Living Up to Expectations, “I Expected Better Performance,” He Says After Snow and Salt Trigger Constant ABS, While Complaining of Engine “Hiccups,” and "Loud Road Debris Noise"
By Noah Washington on
A 2026 Land Cruiser owner is warning the community after his $60,000 SUV developed engine "hiccups" and a "blurry" driver's side mirror within just 500 miles.
Volvo XC70
Owner of a BEV and a PHEV Says, “I Have to Plug in My PHEV Six Times as Often as My Chevy Bolt,” and adds, “I wouldn’t buy another Plug-in Hybrid”
By Chris Johnston on
Volvo’s proposed plug-in hybrid with a 100-mile range is igniting controversy. Many feel that modern EVs like the Chevy Bolt make range anxiety a thing of the past and gas extension unnecessary.
2016-Toyota-Highlander Limited
“I’m Done Chasing New Car Tech: My 2016 Toyota Highlander is ‘Perfectly Broken,’ and Buying a $52,000 Replacement is a Math Mistake I Won’t Make”
By Denis Flierl on
Why pay $10,000 a year for a new SUV when your current ride costs a fraction of that? Wayne Holmes breaks down the "new car trap" and why his 2016 Toyota Highlander is the ultimate financial win. Is it time to stop complaining and start calculating?
2026 Ford F-150
I Looked Into Why This 245K-Mile F-150 Owner Is “Done” With Ford: “We’re Getting the Shaft” On $50K Engine Failures
By Denis Flierl on
After 245K miles, one loyal F-150 owner is sounding the alarm on Ford’s new reliability. Why are $50K trucks failing in just 2 years? This veteran driver reveals the brutal truth about what’s happening under the hood.
Orange Rivian R1S electric SUV shown from the rear three-quarter view, parked on grass near a lake with autumn trees in the background during sunset.
After 3 Years and 80,000 Miles, My Rivian R1T Is One of the Best Trucks I’ve Ever Owned
By Aram Krajekian on
While EV horror stories dominate the conversation, one Rivian R1T owner reached 80,000 miles and realized the most surprising part was what never happened. His experience raises a question about what EV ownership really looks like long term.
Close-up view of hands performing mechanical work on an engine, showing various hoses, connectors and engine components in a dark engine bay.
A 2019 Toyota Tacoma Owner Says a $1,200 Transmission Leak Repair Failure Led to a Seized Transmission Just Five Minutes After Leaving the Dealer, Adds, “I’ve Never Had a Dealer Make This Big of a Mistake”
By Aram Krajekian on
A dealership visit meant to stop a Tacoma’s transmission leak turned into a worst-case scenario when a small detail was missed, forcing one owner to confront what “making it right” really means when the fix becomes far bigger than the problem.
Black Kia EV6 electric vehicle charging at solar-powered charging station
A 1,482-Mile Road Trip in a 2024 Kia EV9 Delivers 3.3 mi/kWh, $350 in Charging, The Owner Says “I Might as Well Have Been a Passenger in the Backseat 75% of the Trip”, Even Through 60-MPH Kansas Crosswinds
By Noah Washington on
A 2024 Kia EV9 owner says his 1,482-mile trek from Oklahoma to Denver felt more like a lounge experience than a long-haul drive thanks to Kia's HDA2 system.
White 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV RS on urban rooftop parking with city skyline
After 48 Days in the Shop With No Battery ETA, a Chevy Equinox EV RS Owner Says He’s Helping His “87-Year-Old Father” Lemon-Law the Car, Losing $3,000 on Sales Tax And $1,300 in Mods, Goes on To Say “EV prices Are Dropping Like a Rock”
By Noah Washington on
An 87-year-old’s dream car has turned into a legal nightmare after his 2025 Chevy Equinox EV RS sat in the shop for 48 days with no replacement battery in sight.
2018 Ford Focus
As the Coldest Weather in Decades is Hitting the Country, Ford Recalls 119,000 Vehicles With Engine Block Heaters
By Mary Conway on
Much of the United States will be experiencing record cold weather for the next three days. Ford just issued recalls for some Ford Escapes, Ford Explorers and Ford Focus vehicles equipped with engine block heaters.
Two Tesla Model 3 sedans racing
“No One Has Actually Beaten the Tesla Model 3,” Prospective Buyer Says, “Same-Price Rivals All Fall Short, and I Can’t Justify Not Buying One”
By Chris Johnston on
The Tesla Model 3 value gap looks small on paper, until you dig into range, software, and charging. We look the prices of popular EV sedans including Chinese models.
Tesla With FSD On
The End of the "Human Driver" Tax: How Lemonade and Tesla Just Reclaimed Your Premium
By Rob Enderle on
With Lemonade’s historic launch of a 50% discount for Tesla FSD miles, the insurance industry has finally admitted what the data already knew: the most dangerous part of any car is the person behind the wheel.
The Volvo EX60 With Gemini
Volvo’s EX60 with Gemini Isn’t Just a Smarter Car; It’s the End of the "Dumb" Automobile
By Rob Enderle on
The integration of Google’s Gemini into the new Volvo EX60 marks the pivotal moment where automobiles transition from transportation appliances to intelligent, conversational partners, fundamentally reshaping safety, productivity, and driving experience.
2026 Chevy Silverado
I’ve Seen This Before: This 2026 Chevy Silverado Buyer Is Right To Be "Scared" Of V8 Lifter Issues - But The TurboMax Transmission Is The Real Hidden Trap
By Denis Flierl on
2026 Silverado debates start under the hood. For one 2020 owner, a 2026 2.7L TurboMax test drive posed a dilemma: Is four-cylinder reliability worth losing the V8 soul he loves, especially when that V8 is known for catastrophic lifter failure?
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Panels Are Falling Apart After The Latest Freezing Temperature – He Adds, “The Glue Has Failed & Panels Are Visibly Detached & Shake While Driving”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that the glue holding his truck together is starting to fail after exposure to freezing temperatures. He adds that his panels are visibly falling apart and vibrate loudly while driving.
Porsche Taycan
Porsche Taycan Owner Puzzled By Severe Brake Squeak, Even At Low Speeds, But Fellow Owners Say It's Normal
By Dimitar Angelov on
Understanding how performance brakes work on the Porsche Taycan is important, and what may sound like an issue may sometimes be normal behavior.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says FSD Completely Destroyed His Tires – He Adds, “Tesla Is Refusing To Give Me New Tires Under Warranty. They Claim My Vehicle Logs Show I Have Used 100% Power Previously”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says his rear tires wore down to the wires after he started driving using FSD. He mentions that Tesla is nonetheless refusing to replace his tires under warranty, claiming he has used 100% on his Cybertruck before.
2025 Toyota 4Runner at the dealer
“I’m Stunned: My 2025 Toyota 4Runner 5K Service Turned Nightmare Reveals Damage the Dealer Tried to Hide”
By Denis Flierl on
"Smoke rolling out from the hood”: that’s how a simple 5K service ended for one 2025 Toyota 4Runner owner. The tech made a big mistake, and now the dealer is covering their behind and hiding the truth. Is your engine safe?
2026 Toyota Corolla Hybrid gets AWD
Why Toyota Hybrids Still Rule And Will Probably Remain To Do So
By Dimitar Angelov on
I look into why Toyota's hybrids, particularly its most basic ones, are a brilliant piece of engineering, and the main reason for the brand's huge success in the BEV segment.
Blue Toyota Prius hybrid sedan driving on scenic road with trees
A Third-Time Toyota Prius Owner Says the 2026 Plug-In Hybrid Delivers 90–120 MPG, But “I Do Not Like the Styling,” the Difficult Entry, Intrusive Safety Alerts, Buried Controls, Limited Cargo Space, or Being Told to “Keep Your Eyes on the Road”
By Noah Washington on
"I do not like being told to keep my eyes on the road," says one 2026 Prius Prime owner after discovering that his car’s safety tech feels more like a lecture than a luxury.
Bright yellow Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally driving on dirt trail through forest
At 18°F in North Carolina, a 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition Failed to Charge Overnight, Owner Says “Cold Weather Issues May Put Us Back in an ICE Until EV Tech Gets Better”
By Noah Washington on
A 2023 Mach-E owner says he’s "not jumping ship yet," but a single overnight charging failure in North Carolina’s 18°F cold has put his trust in EV tech on thin ice.
Rivian R1T electric truck in modern parking garage with warm lighting
After Towing an 8,700-Pound, 30-Foot Camper 204 Miles, a Rivian R1T Owner Says “I Spent $148 in Supercharger Fees” Instead of Over $220 in Diesel in a Ram 2500, Adding That $40 Aero Wheel Covers Added 10 Miles of Range
By Noah Washington on
One Rivian R1T owner is proving that towing 8,700 lbs doesn't have to break the bank, spending just $148 on Supercharger fees for a 204-mile trek.
Waymo vs. Tesla Approach To Autonomous Driving
The Blind Leading the Blind: Why John Krafcik is Right About Tesla’s Dangerous Vision-Only Myopia and the Coming Level 4 Revolution
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla’s refusal to incorporate Lidar and radar is a gamble with human lives that ignores historical failures, while Waymo’s sensor-fusion approach sets the gold standard for a truly autonomous future we can trust.
The Volvo EX60 - The Best Western EV So Far
Why I Just Canceled My New XC60 Order: The Volvo EX60 Isn’t Just a Car—It’s a 400-Mile Rolling Supercomputer That Just Put the Entire EV Industry on Notice
By Rob Enderle on
Today’s Volvo EX60 launch changed everything. I’m swapping my XC60 order for this 400-mile range marvel. With NVIDIA tech and Google Gemini, it’s the most advanced EV I’ve ever seen.
Front 3/4 of Hyundai Staria Electric Camper Van
Van Camper Says, “Heck Yes, a Modern Westfalia Microbus,” in Response to the Newly Released Hyundai Staria Electric Camper Van
By Chris Johnston on
The new Hyundai Staria Electric camper is igniting serious buzz and Westfalia Microbus nostalgia, but with modern features like solar panels and camp mode.
2026 Toyota Tundra
“I’m Terrified of That Tundra V6”: Why a Former 245,000-Mile Toyota Tundra Owner Says His 2021 Ram Reliability Has Him “Heading Back to Toyota”
By Denis Flierl on
From bulletproof V8s to Ram regrets and the new V6 recall chaos, one owner is at a crossroads. Can a replaced twin-turbo V6 ever match the legendary 245k-mile reliability of the old 5.7L? We dive into the "replacement motor" debate. What would you pick?
Pie chart shows Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vs. all of the other EVs in America
Two Charts Showing EV Market Share By EV Model Signal Major Problems For EV Makers Trying to Create a Successful New Model
By John Goreham on
Tesla has about half of the EV market wrapped up with just two models. How can an automaker succeed in the face of such a dominant pair?
2021 Toyota RAV4 & 2025 RAV4 Hybrid
“I’m Unimpressed and Done: I Swapped My 2021 Toyota RAV4 for a 2025 Hybrid Loaner and It’s a Massive Step Backward”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2021 Toyota RAV4 owner had a 2025 RAV4 Hybrid loaner while their 2021 was in the shop, and the results were shocking. "Toyota needs to bring back the quality," they warned. Has the RAV4 peaked? See why the latest model failed to impress.
Nissan Frontier
The Midsize Pickup Truck That Offers Better Value Than The Toyota Tacoma
By Dimitar Angelov on
One of the most underrated Japanese trucks may just be the Tacoma's strongest competitor, especially if you are looking for a V-6 engine.
A black 2025 Ford F-150 Platinum pickup truck shown from a front three-quarter angle, parked in a scenic wooded area with tall trees and grass in the background.
A $65,000 2025 Ford F-150 XLT Owner Says His Grille Is Melting in South Carolina Heat, Dealer Told Him to “Expect the Truck to Melt When It Gets Hot,” Even as 50 Similar Cases Surface and Ford Denies Warranty Coverage
By Noah Washington on
A South Carolina owner is gearing up for a legal battle after his 2025 Ford F-150 XLT grille appeared to "melt" under normal sun exposure.
A blue 2025 Kia Telluride SUV shown from a front three-quarter angle, featuring its distinctive black grille and rugged off-road styling against a natural wooded background.
After Two Engine Replacements in One Month, a Kia Telluride Owner Says Kia Offered Just $138 in Compensation, "This Whole Experience Has Been Very Stressful," She Wrote, After Spending Over $222 on Rental Cars While Repeated Oil Leaks Went Unfixed
By Noah Washington on
A Kia Telluride owner says she sold her SUV in exhaustion after two full engine replacements in a single month resulted in a "goodwill" offer of just $138 from Kia.
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