Skip to main content

Automotive News (Page 431)

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.

Ford Bronco Sasquatch Has 2 Choices Transmission
Bronco Mileage Ratings Leaked, Average Is In The 17 to 21 Range
By Marc Stern on
What a time to have your mileage figures leaked for the world to read. Last week, the mileage averages for the Ford Bronco line were leaked to Bronco Nation, just in time for hackers to shut down a major oil pipeline.
2021 Mustang Mach-E Rapid Red
Tesla Model Y and Mustang Mach-E Owner Explains What He Likes About Both EVs
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Former Ford employee owns two Ford EVs, including the Mustang Mach-E but also owns a Tesla Model Y. This interview explains what he likes about both vehicles and what he sees is the future of EVs.
Porsche 718
Porsche Boxster And Cayman Prices Increase For 2022 Across The Board
By Max Larsen on
The base model 718 Boxster and Cayman will increase in price for this model year by several hundred dollars, and in the case of the higher trim cars, it will be even more.
2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback the first half of the 2030s
A New Subaru Report - What You Can Expect From The Brand By 2025
By Denis Flierl on
When will Subaru offer all-electric Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek models? Check out the automaker's STEP 2.0 report and see what they have planned for U.S. customers.
Tesla Giga Berlin Helicopter
Tesla Gets Approval To Use This Helicopter At Giga Berlin
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla has added a medium-lift Bell 412 helicopter from a company called Heli-Australia to aid in the construction of Giga Berlin.
2022 Subaru Solterra all-electric SUV
The All-New Subaru Solterra EV Won’t Be Your Typical Urban Commuter
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru says the new 2022 Solterra EV SUV will be distinctly Subaru. Here is what will set Subaru's first-ever all-electric SUV apart.
Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro in Yellow front end profile view
Could We See a Yellow 2022 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro?
By Jeff Teague on
We explore the potential for seeing 2022 4Runner TRD Pro in Yellow. This means you Tacoma, Tundra and Sequoia too.
Sketch for Ford Mustang Mach-E
Ford Adds More Tech To The Mustang Mach-E
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Sketch pad-like tech is the latest addition to the Mustang Mach-E. In addition to FordPass, there are other must-have apps for owners of the Mustang Mach-E.
Tesla autopilot saves a life
Tesla Owner Tells How His Model 3 Disobeyed Him, Saving His Life
By Daniel Cappo on
A Tesla owner gave a testimony about how his Model 3 was able to avoid a bad accident. The Model 3’s emergency lane departure avoidance system acted quickly in this situation.

Bloomberg graph indicates India could be a battery producing leader
Batteries, Not Cars, May Be the Reason for Tesla to Go to India
By Timothy Boyer on
Lithium battery scientist and Head of Energy Storage at Bloomberg NEF, James Firth, tweets a bar graph showing that the production of EV batteries may be the best reason for Tesla to go to India. The estimate lists India as the lowest cost country for manufacturing cells, which with subsidies, could reduce costs significantly - enough to be a game-changer and bring Tesla to India.
Subaru Forester, WRX, Outback battery drain lawsuit
Subaru Battery Drain Lawsuit - New Claims Now Include Forester, WRX And Legacy
By Denis Flierl on
Here is the latest Subaru battery drain lawsuit update. The lawsuit includes 2015-2020 Subaru Forester, 2015-2020 Subaru Legacy, and 2015-2020 Subaru WRX models.
Porsche Manthey GT2 RS
Porsche To Release 911 GT2 RS Racing Kit Soon
By Max Larsen on
Porsche and equipment partner, Manthey-Racing, have developed a track-focused kit for the 911 GT2 RS. Owners of the kit will get upgraded wheels, aero, suspension and brakes.
Hyundai EV lineup by 2022
Hyundai’s $7.4 Billion Means Cheaper EVs, More Mobility
By Keith Griffin on
The decision by Hyundai and Kia to invest $7.4 billion in American-made electric vehicles demonstrates how close we are to more affordable EVs and smarter mobility.
Vehicles Waiting For Gasoline Before the Colonial Pipeline Resumed Operation
Gasoline Shortage Leads To Bad Idea, Hoarding, As One Driver Found
By Marc Stern on
Hoarding gasoline during a time of shortage is not a good idea. Worse is when you stick the gasoline into not one but four open containers and leave them in the rear of your Hummer. The vehicle's owner found out just how bad an idea it was after it burst into flame and his Hummer was destroyed.
2007_toyota_prius_full_shot
1 Reason To Clean Your Hybrid Battery Fan And How To Do It.
By Peter Neilson on
If you own an aging Toyota Prius, listen up. Clean your hybrid fan. Take a look at why it is important and a synopsis of how to do it.
Elon Musk's Bitcoin Decision-Making
How a Fossil-Fuel Power Plant Prompted Elon Musk's Bitcoin U-Turn
By Daniel Cappo on
The news recently broke that Tesla has planned to stop accepting Bitcoin. A retired fossil fuel power plant seems to be the reason why Elon Musk decided to pull back on Bitcoin.

Tesla demo shows Autopilot and FSD in action
Watch a Tesla Drive Itself Through Traffic Highlighting Autopilot and FSD Features
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s the latest from Tesla in a newsletter with a must-see video demonstrating a Tesla driving itself through traffic with Autopilot and FSD features to be released soon and available to Tesla drivers.
Image courtesy of Car Talk
Michelin Tire Sweeps Car Talk's Golden Wrench Awards For 2021
By John Goreham on
Michelin takes home the hardware in Car Talk’s 2021 product excellence awards.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Limited Blueprint color profile view
Chip Shortage Woes: Buyers Share their Wild Stories Trying to Buy 2021 Toyota RAV4 and Other Models
By Jeff Teague on
Buyers are sharing their crazy experiences buying their 2021 RAV4 and other popular models. You may not believe this.
2021 Subaru Impreza pricing, features and specs
The 7 Best New Cars Under $25,000 - One Feature Sets Subaru Impreza Apart
By Denis Flierl on
Is the 2021 Subaru Impreza a good compact car? A new report ranks Impreza as one of the seven best new cars under $25,000.
Alexa Auto Use in Ford Vehicles
Ford Partners With Amazon’s Alexa For More Advanced Features In F-150, Mustang Mach-E and Bronco
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Amazon Alexa Built-in hands-free experience delivered through Ford Power-Up software, which will be delivered seamlessly through over-the-air updates. Ford to produce 33 million vehicles with Power-Up capability by 2028. Ford Power-Up enhancements already have been sent to more than 100,000 2021 F-150 and Mustang Mach-E customers since late March.
2019 Subaru Forester, 2018-2019 Crosstrek, 2017-2019 Impreza recall
Huge Subaru Forester And Crosstrek Recall Starts This Week - What You Should Know
By Denis Flierl on
The massive Subaru recalls affecting the Forester, Crosstrek, and Impreza start this week. Here is what Subaru owners need to know.
Lexus UX 250h F SPORT image by John Goreham
Lexus UX 250h F SPORT Photo Journal - Touring Back Roads New England
By John Goreham on
We explore the Lexus UX 250 h F SPORT and rediscover New England’s beauty.
2007_toyota_prius_on_lift_luscious_garage
3 Things Toyota Prius Owners Love To Talk About
By Peter Neilson on
Thinking about becoming a Toyota Prius owner? Make sure you are ready to talk about these 3 things when you take ownership.
Tesla Model X
Tesla Insurance To Offer 70% Discount Based On Driving Data
By Tinsae Aregay on
A filing to the regulatory agency in Texas has revealed Tesla is planning to offer an insurance product in the state. Tesla will be determining premium rates based on driving data and will offer a 70% discount for the safest drivers.
Tesla interior
Driving School in Shanghai Driving School Starts Offering Driving Lessons To New Tesla Owners
By Daniel Cappo on
There have reportedly been some ads being put around Shanghai advertising a Tesla driving school. This is a program that will help buyers who recently bought their Tesla learn how to operate the multitude of features inside the car.
Reckless endangerment on the roads with Tesla vehicle
Backseat Autopilot Driving a Tesla Means a Night in Jail
By Timothy Boyer on
This week, one Tesla owner found out that backseat autopilot driving a Tesla means a night in jail; and, that he could lose his driver’s license. We would like to hear what the Tesla community thinks of the driver’s actions and what the courts should do about it.
Image courtesy of Toyota
Toyota’s New Plan Has EV Advocates Rolling Their Eyes
By John Goreham on
The new plan forward for Toyota is all about BEVs. No kidding.
Porsche Classic
Porsche Classic Will Build Your Own One-Off Dream Car
By Max Larsen on
Porsche Classic and its Exclusive Manufaktur will now be able to take customer requests to build bespoke and completely custom Porsche restomods.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk updates on FSD and Pure Vision
Elon Musk Provides New Update on Tesla's FSD V9 With "Gigantic" Difference
By Armen Hareyan on
This morning Tesla CEO Elon Musk provided a new update on Tesla FSD self-driving software's beta expansion, explaining what Tesla was focusing on, the difference we should expect once the software update is released and when it will come.
Subscribe to