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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.

Silver electric car parked on a street beside a modern building with textured walls.
I Couldn't Charge My 2025 Kia EV6 At Any iONNA Station Until I Discovered The Hidden Setting That Was Blocking The 257kW Fast Charging Connection
By Noah Washington on
Why was this Kia EV6 owner stranded at a fast-charging station, despite having a 'convenience' setting activated? Find out how a hidden toggle can stand between you and a full battery,
White GMC pickup truck parked on a rocky hilltop at sunset with mountains in background.
I Installed Bridgestone Blizzak Winter Tires On My 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali And Lost 10% Of My Driving Range, But BC Mountain Roads Demand Three-Peak Snowflake Rating
By Noah Washington on
A GMC Sierra EV owner's decision to install Bridgestone Blizzak winter tires came with a surprising price tag, a 10% hit to their driving range.
2025 GMC Sierra Denali EV
I Just Picked Up the First EV of My Life Today. I Bought the Max Range GMC Sierra Denali, But Now I’m Feeling a Bit Of Anxiety Never Owning an EV Before
By Denis Flierl on
An EV novice shares his anxiety about his new 2025 GMC Sierra Denali. Will he overcome range worries and charging questions? This report dives into the journey of first-time EV owners. Here is what all new EV buyers need to know. 
2025 Toyota Tacoma
Toyota Tacoma Owner Says, “It Never Fails, Every Time I Go to the Dealer For Maintenance They Scratch My New Wheels With No Consideration For My Truck
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Tacoma owner says the dealer scratched his new wheels with an impact wrench. It's a common problem. I've got a three-step strategy to protect your truck's finish and ensure they use a torque wrench. Your wheels will thank you for it!
A white sedan parked on a street beside a corrugated metal building and greenery.
I Downsized My Hyundai Ioniq 6 Wheels From 20 To 17 Inches And Gained 20% More Efficiency After Just 500 Miles Of Driving
By Noah Washington on
A Hyundai Ioniq 6 owner discovered a simple secret to boosting his EV's range: by downsizing his wheels, he gained an incredible 20% more efficiency in just a matter of weeks.
Blue Toyota SUV parked on a road at sunset, mountains visible in the background.
I Created A Spreadsheet Of Every Toyota Land Cruiser For Sale Nationwide And Found My Exact Trail Dust/Java Spec For $5,000 Under MSRP By Shopping East Coast Dealers
By Noah Washington on
This buyer's search for a Toyota Land Cruiser became a masterclass in data-driven negotiation, proving that spreadsheets and a willingness to ship your car are the new keys to unlocking an incredible deal.
2020 Honda CR-V
My Honda CR-V’s Brakes Suddenly Slammed On, and the Car Wouldn’t Move, Everyone Told Me To Get A Honda, Because They’re Great Cars, I Totally Disagree
By Denis Flierl on
A 2020 Honda CR-V owner's nightmare: sudden brake failure, a tow truck debacle, and a frustrating fight with Honda Care. Why is Kelly left with a car she's scared to drive? I'm breaking down this frustrating story and sharing advice for all Honda owners.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Buyer Says His Truck’s High-Voltage Battery Failed Before Delivery. Adds, “It’s Been Two Months Since I Ordered The Cybertruck, but It’s Still in Service”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he’s been waiting weeks for his truck to get a new battery pack, even though he hasn't taken delivery yet. Making things more confusing, he adds that he has received the title for the Cybertruck, which he hasn’t even seen.
Cops Called for Charging My EV at Night
Cops Called for Charging My Chevy Equinox EV at Night
By Chris Johnston on
Charging my Chevy Equinox EV after hours exposed a problem apps don’t warn you about. See how it affects renters and shift workers, and a surprising trend that will help to fix the problem.
2021 Tesla Plaid S
I Just Got a 2021 Tesla Plaid S With 40K Miles, At First It Felt Like It Was Going To Rip My Face Off, Now It Has the Same Power as My Wife's Model 3 P
By Denis Flierl on
Austin's new Tesla Model S Plaid feels slower than his wife's Model 3 Performance. With 40,000 miles, the once face-ripping acceleration is gone. He's ruled out tire issues, but what could be the cause of this mysterious power loss?
2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
I Was Loaned a 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid On a Trip From VA to FL, I Was So Impressed with the 41 MPG That I’m Selling My Subaru Outback
By Denis Flierl on
Curious about the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's fuel efficiency? A driver shares their surprising road trip results: 41.1 mpg with bikes on a hitch rack! He's so impressed, he's selling their Subaru. Is this mileage normal? You'll have to read more to find out.
Incentives and Overall Scores Make these CR Recommendations the Best Deals Right Now
The Best SUV Deals Available Right Now
By Timothy Boyer on
If you've been waiting for the right moment to buy a new SUV, this month Consumer Reports brings some opportunities worth a close look.
A gray Rivian R1S with tinted windows is parked in a handicap spot. The electric vehicle's sleek design and modern features are visible under a sunny sky.
I’m Loving My Pre-Owned 2023 Rivian R1S Adventure and Their Customer Service, But It’s Already in the Shop for Multiple Warranty Recalls
By Aram Krajekian on
There’s a certain irony in loving your Rivian R1S and praising its customer service, even though it spends its early days in the shop for multiple recalls. It's a contradiction that perfectly captures the growing pains of EV ownership in its early years.
Ram cancels its battery-electric pickup truck
An Owner and Expert in Ram Trucks Who Is Himself Also an EV Owner Explains Why Ram's Canceling Its Battery-Electric Pickup Truck Program is a Smart Move
By John Goreham on
We discuss Ram’s wise move to abandon its battery-electric Ram Pickup truck with a Ram owner who also owns a Stellantis EV.
2024 Ram truck
2024 Ram 2500 Buyer Pays $1,898 a Month For His New Truck, Financial Guru Says, “That's Not a Car Payment, That's a Mortgage On Wheels”
By Denis Flierl on
Think that a new 2024 Ram truck smell is worth as much as a mortgage payment? One Ram 2500 buyer is paying $1,898/month for 84 months, racking up a whopping $47K in interest to drive it off the lot. What would you do with that extra money? 
BMW i7 three-quarter front view
I Despised EV Cars Until I Drove One, Now I Love the BMW i7
By Chris Johnston on
I drove a BMW i7 and it shattered old myths by revealing a calmer kind of muscle and refinement that gas cars simply cannot match.
A dark green electric pickup truck parked in a modern, well-lit garage.
I'm Only Getting 60% Of My Rivian R1T's Expected Range After Driving 90 Miles In A Week, With 37 Miles Disappearing While The Truck Sits Idle
By Noah Washington on
He's only getting 60% of his Rivian R1T's expected range, and the shocking reason isn't from driving too fast or towing, but from a "ghost drop" of 37 miles while the truck is parked.
Red SUV driving on a road with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background.
I Drove My Cadillac Optiq 7,000 Miles, Including A 1,200-Mile Trip To Texas, And Found Super Cruise Made 14-Hour Days Easy, While Tesla Chargers Outperformed EVGO's Network
By Noah Washington on
He loves his Cadillac Optiq but was disappointed by the lack of an approved dashcam. He created a workaround that protected his warranty and allowed him to safely record while driving.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Was Shot on the Highway by a Tesla Hater, but the Truck Stopped the Bullet – Adds, “The Truck Took It Like a Chump, Crumpled the Bullet on Impact.”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner claims his truck stopped a bullet and saved his life when he was shot on the highway by a Tesla hater. He shares a picture showing his Cybertruck’s stainless steel damaged but not pierced by the bullet.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado
I Said Goodbye to This Rig Today, The 2024 Chevy Silverado Checked Every Box Except Reliability, Don’t Laugh, But I Went With a Honda Ridgeline
By Denis Flierl on
After his 2024 Chevy Silverado faced two major failures in 10k miles, Ron had enough. Frustrated with the unreliability and national backorders, he traded it in for a Honda Ridgeline. Will he ever return to a Chevy, or is this a permanent switch?
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Thought He Put His Truck on FSD but Ended Up Veering Off the Interstate Onto Gravel – Adds, “I Pressed the Scroll Wheel But FSD Didn’t Engage”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he stopped monitoring his vehicle for a second, believing he had engaged FSD. However, the self-driving feature was not on, and he ended up drifting off the highway onto gravel.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Who Put A Kia Emblem on His Truck Has Hilarious Encounters Says, “I Get So, Many People Asking Me If This Is Really a Kia, I Say Yup!”
By Denis Flierl on
Karyl's Cybertruck turns heads, but not for the reasons you think. He has a Kia emblem, sparking confusion and hilarious encounters. From a lady convinced Kia "makes 'em too" to Karyl's playful "Yup," this story is a riot. Check out his truck's logo swap.
10 Consumer Reports Recommended SUVs
10 Best SUVs You Can Buy Right Now
By Timothy Boyer on
Which SUVs are truly worth your money? Based on performance, safety, reliability, and owner satisfaction, here are 10 of the best SUVs you can buy today from the good folks at Consumer Reports.
Tesla Highland Project
Tesla's Highland Gambit: A Minimalist Masterpiece or a Step Too Far?
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla's "Project Highland" Model 3 refresh offers welcome aesthetic and comfort upgrades but courts controversy and risks alienating mainstream buyers by eliminating fundamental physical controls like turn signal stalks in favor of a minimal design.
Mercedes Mini G-Wagon
Honey, I Shrunk the G-Wagon: Mercedes' Brilliant Electric Gambit
By Rob Enderle on
Mercedes-Benz's electric "Baby G-Wagon" is a brilliant strategic move that preserves the original's iconic design in a smaller, more accessible format, positioning it to dominate the premium rugged EV market much like Porsche's Macan did in.
Volvo's EV Factory
Volvo's Clean Break: Why a New EV Plant Is a Masterstroke
By Rob Enderle on
Volvo's construction of a new, EV-only plant in Slovakia is a strategic masterstroke, leveraging the company's strong financial position to create a hyper-efficient, purpose-built facility that will provide a significant cost and quality advantages.
For 7 Days I Test-Drove the 2026 GMC Terrain AT4 AWD a Think This SUV Is The Sweet Spot Between Off-Road Ruggedness and Daily Comfort
For 7 Days I Test-Drove the 2026 GMC Terrain AT4 AWD a Think This SUV Is The Sweet Spot Between Off-Road Ruggedness and Daily Comfort
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 GMC Terrain AT4 AWD delivered an unexpected mix of rugged capability and everyday comfort that left me rethinking what a compact SUV can really do.
Toyota RAV4 Owner Explains His Car Owner Frustrations
I Am Getting Fed Up and Tired of This Car (2020 Toyota RAV4) and the Dealership
By Timothy Boyer on
An upset Toyota RAV4 owner's annoyance is a good example of what to do and what not to do when your RAV4 (or any other car model) is acting up, especially if its warranty period has passed.
Image shows a young girls sitting inside of a Ford F-150 Lightning's frunk area
Consumer Reports Data Shows EV Trucks Like the Rivian R1T, F-150 Lightning, Sierra EV, and Silverado EV Are Among the Least Reliable Vehicles on the Market Today - Why We Think Ford Will Be the Brand To Turn This Around
By John Goreham on
Battery-electric pickup trucks are having a rough time gaining traction in the U.S. market. Could one reason be the reliability and durability scores? Be sure you read our opinions on why Ford will be the one to watch.
Electric car driving on a rural road with trees and clear sky in the background.
I Picked Up My New Tesla Model Y And Found The Delivery Specialist Had Drilled Off-Center Holes Through My Front Fascia, Requiring Immediate Service To Replace It
By Noah Washington on
The Lucid Gravity is here, and it's exceeding expectations. After three weeks of ownership, this owner is blown away by its soft-and-sharp drive, cavernous interior, and stress-free range.
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