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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.

By Denis Flierl on
There is a market for a small pickup, and Hyundai and Ford know it. We hope Subaru is listening, and they offer an all-new 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Baja compact pickup.
By Jeremy Johnson on
The most recent update on the U.S. Electric Vehicle tax credit bill is that it will only apply to electric vehicles costing $40,000 or less and for people with an income less than $100,000. Tesla won't qualify for this in most cases, but they can do something smart in order to qualify most of their vehicles for a tax credit.
By Peter Neilson on
If you think HFC is a waste of resources, you may want to re-think that strategy. EVs may get all the hype but it certainly has not slowed the wheels of progress.
By Denis Flierl on
Is the Subaru Crosstrek or the Subaru Forester the best model in the lineup? The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek just moved ahead of Forester as the most researched model.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Ford GT Heritage Edition is a modern interpretation of the original, combining classic Ford Performance features such as Wimbledon White paint and a triple racing stripe with contemporary touches including exposed carbon fiber behind Antimatter Blue-painted carbon fiber wheels and Lightspeed Blue Alcantara suede seats. Ford GT ’64 Prototype Heritage Edition debuts at Monterey Car Week alongside the sole surviving 1964 Ford GT prototype.
By John Goreham on
We have just tested both the 2022 Bolt EUV and the conventional 2022 Bolt. Here’s why buying the Bolt EUV makes much more sense.
By Timothy Boyer on
A new video shows that just like Tesla, Ford and many other vehicles equipped with driver assist features can be tricked into unsafe driving conditions. According to Car and Driver magazine, “..this is not just a Tesla problem, but one that affects the entire industry. Automakers should close these loopholes to head-off future idiocy.”
By John Goreham on
Even in August, we are thinking ahead to winter. Here are some ways the all-new 2022 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X comes ready to tackle wicked winter weather.
By Denis Flierl on
Is the 2021 Subaru Forester expensive to maintain? Check out the top five compact SUVs and the 5-year lowest cost-to-own.
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla is doing a lot of things well, including being sold out of every vehicle it makes for many months. But there's one thing it needs to do better, and that is communicate better to customers.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Hyundai Santa Cruz enters new segment as a contender to the Maverick. Santa Cruz betters Maverick in towing and performance but loses out on price and fuel economy. Ford claims more than 80,000 reservations for 2022 Maverick.
By Denis Flierl on
The 2021 Subaru Forester and 2021 Crosstrek are flying off dealers’ lots. But not all Subaru’s models are selling fast. See what’s going on with Impreza and Legacy.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s the latest on both a top rated high-end and a bargain brand cordless tire pump review that alerts consumers to the fact that they no longer are limited to yesteryear’s anemic handheld tire inflators. As an added plus, included are two videos demonstrating these Consumer Reports recommended models in action.
By John Goreham on
EVs dominate the list of fastest-selling used vehicles in America. Here is the top-20 list.
By Marc Stern on
It has been a long and frustrating travel season for authorities as drivers keep speeding. It's not so much that they are traveling fast, it is that they are driving at high speeds that are seldom seen outside of race tracks. One driver clocked 159 mph in a record run across of the country and averaged 108 for his 25-hour trip.
By Denis Flierl on
The 2022 Subaru BRZ gets a new 2.4-liter engine, and fuel mileage drops significantly. See how much the extra power and standard safety tech costs in fuel efficiency.
By Timothy Boyer on
Looking to save money on gas and repairs by finding a reliable and fuel efficient used car? Then look no further as Consumer Reports recently released their list of these used car models that make sense for those earning a living as an Uber or Lyft driver.
By John Goreham on
Tesla was ignored by the Biden Administration at a recent meeting on electric vehicles. There is one obvious reason Tesla was not there and one we feel might be a possibility as well.
By Timothy Boyer on
Assessing a used vehicle’s true value is more than just taking a look into Kelley Blue Book value listings---it’s also partly about understanding where the vehicle is being sold and what this means to you. Here’s a summary of the latest Consumer Reports recommendation about what you need to know about where a used car is being sold from, while comparison shopping for a used car.
By John Goreham on
New Hampshire’s Public electric vehicle charging infrastructure is horrendous. Here is one popular destination in New Hampshire's White Mountains that offers EV-driving visitors ample charging options.
By Denis Flierl on
The 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness is coming soon for outdoor enthusiasts. There is one upgrade Subaru should make that would transform the new rugged sub-brand.
By Jeremy Johnson on
We see a new batch of Tesla Model Y vehicles at Giga Berlin and we believe that these are going to be used to help calibrate the machinery in Giga Berlin in preparation for mass production of the Tesla Model Y at Giga Berlin.
By Jeff Teague on
Vibrant colors offered for 2022 Tacoma. Plus, more features coming. Fans may be very happy.
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best summer tires for a subcompact SUV like the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek? We test the new Goodyear Assurance ComfortDrive tire on a mountain road trip. Check out the results here.
By Tinsae Aregay on
After a very long wait, the refreshed Tesla Model X seems to finally be entering production. Tesla customers with a Model X Plaid reservation have reported Tesla has contacted them to "prepare for deliveries".
By Jeremy Johnson on
We have reports that Tesla will not be delivering any CyberTruck vehicles this year and we think this is not a problem for Tesla at all. In fact, besides the Model Y, Tesla has always had a delay with their vehicles. Here's why Tesla will still dominate despite the delay.
By Timothy Boyer on
Looking to make a quick $5,000 in used car profit! With the new and used car market in an upheaval, now is the right time to test the waters at your local dealership to sell your Toyota Tundra and other models back to them.
By Denis Flierl on
There is a new normal for 2021 Subaru Forester and 2021 Crosstrek shoppers. See what is happening at many Subaru of America retailers.