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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.

2021 Inkas Armored Mercedes Benz Viano minivan
Inkas Offers Maximum Protection With Armored Mercedes Viano
By Keith Griffin on
Mercedes-Benz has long been the vehicle of choice for despots, discreet celebrities, and billionaires wanting to travel wrapped in armored sedans. Now they can bring the whole family along in an armored Viano minivan.
Tesla Giga Berlin Tent
Look Inside The Tesla Giga Berlin's Famous Tent
By Armen Hareyan on
For the first time, we have rare pictures of inside the Tesla Giga Berlin's catering tent.
2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye
Watch the 2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Work Out on the Track
By Patrick Rall on
The 2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye features a 797-horsepower supercharged Hemi, making it an absolute stunner on a closed circuit road course where we could push the super-sedan to its limits.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E charging
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Receives Max EPA Range Rating Of 300 Miles
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
All-electric crossover gets max range rating of 300 miles making it competitive with Tesla Model Y crossover. Standard range of rear-wheel drive Mach-E is 230 miles while extended range is 300 miles. All-wheel drive range is slightly less.
2021 Subaru Ascent features, specs, recalls
Why Subaru Ascent Just Made The 10 Least Reliable Cars List And What You Should Know
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru's newest model, the Ascent, just made the Consumer Reports ten least reliable cars list. Here are the problems with the 3-Row family hauler.
2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid Champagne Color
What Your Dealer Does Not Tell You About OE Tires On Your Car
By Peter Neilson on
Ever wonder why your car has a certain brand of tires on it? Have you also wanted to know why your new car rids so well? Well buckle up, you are about to learn today.
CX-5 image courtesy of Mazda
Mazda’s CX-5 Earns Fourth Consecutive Car and Driver 10Best Award
By John Goreham on
In case you had any doubts about which two-row crossover the folks who live to drive like best.
Model S image courtesy of Tesla
2021 Model S Earns Spot On This Top Ten List - Tesla Owners Won't Be Happy
By John Goreham on
Tesla's poor quality ratings continue to pile up. This time the Model S earns a dubious distinction.
Ford Bronco Family of vehicles
With Four New Vehicle Launches, 2021 Will Be Pivotal Year, Ford Tells Dealers
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
With launch of three Broncos and a likely Bronco brand, plus the 2021 Ford F-150 and the Mustang Mach-E, Ford faces a make or break year. “Year of growth” coming to Blue Oval and dealers are excited about upcoming used vehicle platform called Ford Blue Advantage.
2021 Toyota Sienna Platinum Celestial Silver Metallic profile view front end
Life Just Got Much Easier for 2021 Toyota Sienna Families and Here is Why
By Jeff Teague on
All-new 2021 Sienna has added several convenient features to make things so much easier for families.
Tesla Giga Berlin from air
Tesla Giga Berlin Is Controversial as an Employer in Germany, but Popular with Younger People
By Armen Hareyan on
For Tesla Giga Berlin, which is currently under construction in Grünheide near Berlin, Tesla needs many thousands of workers. Recruiting with the help of regional employment agencies has already started and will be intensified from December. While Tesla lures with relatively high salaries even for the unskilled and long-term unemployed, intermediaries have already made it clear that jobs in Giga Texas will be demanding, and CEO Elon Musk is not a friend of unions.
Bolt image courtesy of Chevy
Chevy Bolt Tops List of Best Black Friday Used Car Deals – Toyota Prius Also Ranks High
By John Goreham on
Green car shoppers looking for a deal on a used hybrid or electric vehicle should shop this week.
Tesla Model 3s preparing to ship to Europe from Giga Shanghai
Tesla Drops The Model 3 Price in Europe By 1,000 EUR
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla has a new price reduction. Model 3 from China is, which is immediately available, is now another 1000 euros cheaper.
2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek
Why You Don’t Want To Buy A Used Subaru Forester Or Crosstrek On Black Friday
By Denis Flierl on
Should you buy a new 2021 Subaru Forester or Crosstrek or a used model on Black Friday? Here’s why a new model is your best choice.
Porsche 911 Carrera
Porsche To Switch Directions With The 911 In 2024
By Max Larsen on
Don’t worry, electric motors aren’t involved
2021 Chrysler Pacifica Pinnacle AWD
2021 Chrysler Pacifica All-Wheel-Drive: First Drive in a Tropical Storm
By Patrick Rall on
The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Pinnacle AWD combines a spacious interior, a long list of luxury amenities and all-wheel-drive in the most capable and most comfortable minivan in the segment - rivaling small European crossovers that cost considerably more.
2021 Kia Sorento Yosemite Concept Rear 3/4
Kia Sorento Concepts Point to Brand’s Desire To Battle Jeep, Ford
By Keith Griffin on
Kia has revealed two concepts – the Yosemite Edition and the Zion Edition – that it says shows the Korean’s automakers desire to bring customers a new level of trail-ready toughness not yet seen from the brand.
2021 Subaru WRX STI, new Subaru WRX, next-generation WRX STI
New Subaru WRX And STI Are Your Best Value Picks Now If You Can Find One
By Denis Flierl on
The 2021 Subaru WRX and WRX STI are still the best performance car values. See why you may not be able to find one.
Porsche Macan
Here’s What An Electric Porsche Macan Could Do For Porsche
By Max Larsen on
With a few carefully placed capabilities, the soon-to-be electric Porsche Macan may prove to be an industry juggernaut.
California Gives Tesla Fremont a Special Status
By Armen Hareyan on
Philippe Croizon
Elon Musk Assures Philippe Croizon That He Will Fly in a Starship Rocket
By Armen Hareyan on
The French adventurer without arms or legs successfully challenged Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX to fly him in a starship rocket.
Tesla Giga Berlin
Tesla Will Pay Its Giga Berlin Employees on a Tariff basis
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla is pulling its new factory Giga Berlin in Grünheide, Brandenburg, at record speed. If everything goes according to plan, at least 7,000 people should be employed there by the middle of next year. Jochem Freyer, head of the Frankfurt (Oder) employment agency, has now commented on employee salaries.
Tesla Manufacturing in Fremont Factory
Tesla Has Become Volkswagen's Benchmark In The Automotive Industry
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla's financial victory, the entry into S&P 500, marks the success of its model combining electric vehicle and IT development. And the world's number one car manufacturer Volkswagen's boss, has unveiled a vast investment plan to draw inspiration from his "small" American competitor.
2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek
Which Subaru Is The Most Reliable? Latest Report Says Crosstrek And Forester Is Next
By Denis Flierl on
Are the 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek reliable cars? Check out a new study from Consumer Reports. See how its models score and where the brand ranks with other automakers in reliability.
2021 Toyota Tundra CrewMax Super White profile view front end
Next-Gen 2022 Toyota Tundra Needs These 3 Changes to Compete
By Jeff Teague on
A new 2022 Toyota Tundra is coming. Soon. We look at the most important areas for improvement. See if your wish list ideas made the list.
Streetscooter
Elon Musk Is Proposed To Take Over Streetscooter and Operate Under Tesla Leadership
By Armen Hareyan on
The E-Transporter Streetscooter van from Deutsche Post was considered a successful model, but now the group wants to get rid of its subsidiary. A member of the Green Party writes to Tesla CEO Elon Musk to buy the company.
Generic Engine Oil Bottles
3 Reasons To Quit Asking What Oil To Use In Your Car
By Peter Neilson on
If you have ever wanted to know about what engine oil you should use in your car, grab a pen and pad.
Ford Bronco R Prototype
Ford Bronco Returns to Baja With Bronco R Prototype
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
1,000-mile desert race is part of the Bronco Built Wild Extreme Testing regimen for powertrain durability and for final validation testing of the Baja Mode calibration offered in the Bronco Terrain Management System with GOAT modes. Bronco R will be supported at race by special edition 2021 Two-Door Bronco Outer Banks.
2021 Toyota Sienna XLE Celestial Silver profile view front end
2021 Toyota Sienna Spare Tire: Wait, it’s WHERE?
By Jeff Teague on
You will not believe where Toyota decided to place the spare tire in its all-new 2021 Sienna. Clever. Very clever.
Red Tesla Model 3
After Release in China, New Version of Tesla Model 3 Is Apparently Also Coming to Europe
By Armen Hareyan on
After the US electric car maker Tesla recently released an improved and cheaper version of its Model 3 entry-level vehicle in China, the company also appears to be updating the European model with increased battery performance.
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