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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.

2015 Hyundai Sant Fe fire recall
Hyundai Fire Recall Says Park Your Santa Fe Outside
By Keith Griffin on
According to news reports, Hyundai has recalled over 200,000 Santa Fe Sport SUVs in North America. Due to fire risk, owners have been told to park the models outdoors.
2008_and_2010_toyota_prius_comparison
3 Ways To Reduce Oil Consumption On Your Toyota Prius
By Peter Neilson on
If your Toyota Prius is consuming oil, here are 3 ways you can slow it down or even get it to stop.
Genesis to launch G80 EV
Genesis EV Is Coming To Europe In Tesla Style
By Armen Hareyan on
Genesis, Hyundai's luxury brand, has revealed all the unknowns about its coming to Europe, including its electric models, and in Tesla style. It will land in the Old Continent this summer and sell its cars without using dealerships. That's what I meant by "Tesla style."
2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road Barcelona Red front end profile view
Ranking the Top 2021 Toyota Tacoma Updates - Wow!
By Jeff Teague on
Worst to first: I rank all changes and updates seen on 2021 Tacoma. How does my list compare with yours?
Ford Motor Company
Ford Has Record April Behind Strong Sales Of EVs, SUVs And Trucks
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Ford’s electrified vehicle sales post best numbers ever, up 262 percent as Mustang Mach-E sales continue to impress. Ford F-Series sales up 31.8 percent. Ford’s truck line had their best retail performance since 2008.
With updates in battery and charging technology, the risk of being caught charging is slowly being reduced.
Electric Vehicles In An Emergency
By Frank DiMuccio on
In 2017, the unique weather conditions over the Atlantic parented a great many storms, including Hurricane Harvey, one of the costliest storms that has ever occurred. Harvey wracked up more than 120 billion dollars in damage. Many people lost their lives to this devastating storm and many more lost their homes and vehicles to the flooding. If you must pack up and leave town to avoid a disaster, can your EV get you safe?
Tesla service area image by John Goreham
Tire Shortages and Delays: Not Just For Tesla Owners Anymore
By John Goreham on
Tire shortages are about to become more commonplace. Here’s why your next flat may require a wait of days or more before your new tires are ready for mounting.
2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek
Two New SUVs And One Old Sports Car Just Launched Subaru To A Best-Ever Record
By Denis Flierl on
The 2021 Subaru Forester and Crosstrek SUVs and the 2021 Subaru WRX and STI set new records in April. There are a few surprises with each model.
2007 Toyota Prius Red Touring Edition Side Shot
Why Are Broken Toyota Prius Worth So Much?
By Peter Neilson on
I buy broken Toyota Prius cars to learn about and help the community. Lately, they are hard to come by, and here is why.
Gigafactory
Elon Musk Is A Firm Believer In Copper Which Will Be An Integral Part Of The Future For EVs
By Daniel Cappo on
New information has come out on the price of copper. There also is discussion on how copper will factor into the future of EVs.
Tesla Giga Berlin
German Newspaper Calls To Bring ‘Elon Musk To His Knees’ By Joining Forces To Short Tesla
By Tinsae Aregay on
German newspaper FAZ erroneously claims Tesla's valuation is high by comparing it to Daimler. The newspaper also urges its readers to join forces and "bring Elon Musk to his Knees" by shorting Tesla.
Mustang Mach-E Is A Key Ford Vehicle
Ford Learns Lesson, Keeps Mach-E Launch As Smooth As Possible
By Marc Stern on
With the messy rollout of the Explorer a couple of years ago in its rearview, Ford is trying to make the Mach-E launch as smooth as possible.
2022 Toyota Camry TRD NASCAR front end
Next-Gen Toyota Camry Teaser Photo Has Fans Excited – and Confused
By Jeff Teague on
Toyota Camry fans are in a frenzy over what is, or what is not, new for 2022. Next-gen time?
Ford Solid State Battery investment
Why Ford’s New Partnership With Solid-State Battery Manufacturer Could Be A Game Changer
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Ford boosts investment in Solid Power for further development of solid-state vehicle battery technology, aiming to deliver longer range, lower cost and safer electric vehicles for customers. Ford’s newest Solid Power investment is in addition to the company’s previously announced $22 billion global investment in connected, electrified vehicles through 2025.
2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport, pricing, specs, features
Why Subaru Won’t Build A Crosstrek Hot Hatch STI - What About A Turbo XT
By Denis Flierl on
Will Subaru offer a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek STI? What about a new Crosstrek XT turbocharged trim?
Five Years After First Tesla Tragedy Seemingly Preventable Crashes Still Occur
By John Goreham on
We look back on the long list of unusual Tesla crashes and wonder why Tesla’s vehicles still manage to hit things.
EVs have begun to diversify, but the aftermarket parts for them haven't kept up.
EV Aftermarket Modifications: What's Out There?
By Frank DiMuccio on
With Electric Vehicles like the Volkswagen ID.4, Tesla Model S, GMC HUMMER EV, and the Mustang Mach E starting their takeover of the motorsports arena, the age of electric muscle may soon be upon us. Chevrolet teased a sporty looking silhouette with an EV drivetrain- many sources believe it to be the next Camaro. But something that is sorely lacking from the EV automotive sector, is customization.
Image courtesy of Youtube and Cavalcade Ford
All Roadside Assistance Tow Trucks Should Have Back Seats For Stranded Passengers
By John Goreham on
Why don’t all tow trucks from AAA and other roadside assistance providers have back seats to help transport stranded motorists? In this story, we offer our opinion on the subject.
Tesla Model S charging
Tesla Steps Up Closed Door Engagement With Regulators in China
By Tinsae Aregay on
Following relentless attacks by Chinese media, Tesla is stepping up closed-door engagement with Chinese regulators and hiring new managers to improve the EV maker's interaction with the Chinese government.
2021 Toyota Tundra SR Double Cab Midnight Black Metallic profile front end
Why Toyota Has Not Released 2022 Tundra Details Yet
By Jeff Teague on
Toyota Tundra fans are anxiously awaiting info on 2022 Tundra. Here is why they may be waiting a little longer.
Tesla Model Y broken roof image courtesy of Joan Morgan
Electric Vehicle Owners Dismayed By Broken and Cracked Glass Roofs
By John Goreham on
Many electric vehicles have roofs made entirely or mostly of glass. Now that glass is breaking and owners are in a fix.
Tesla's Massive stamping or multi-casting foundation at Giga Shanghai
Tesla Is Building a Massive Foundation at Giga Shanghai
By Armen Hareyan on
These two images and their similarities show that Tesla is possibly building a massive multi-casting machine in Giga Shanghai to unicast the body of its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, produced at Gigafactory Shanghai.
2022 Subaru Outback, Outback Wilderness, features, specs, pricing
Subaru Restarts U.S. Plant - What It Means For The All-New Outback Wilderness
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru plant that makes the 2022 Subaru Outback begins production today after a ten-day shutdown. What does it mean for customers?
2021 Ford F-150
Ford F-150 and Ford Ranger Sweep Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own Awards
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Ford’s two pickup trucks received top honors from influential Kelley Blue Book for having lowest projected cost to own. F-150 won its segment while Ranger won its segment.
2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback
Subaru Is Hit With Another Lawsuit- Owners Say EyeSight Is Dangerous
By Denis Flierl on
A new lawsuit had been filed against Subaru. 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek, and other models are included. See why owners say the automaker's EyeSight safety technology is dangerous.
Roaring Along The Trail In The Mexican 1000
Stock Ford Bronco Takes Third In Mexican 1000
By Marc Stern on
The Ford Bronco has ticked all of the boxes. A driving team of project engineers took a stock Ford Bronco and set out on the five-day Mexico 1000. They ended up placing third. The only mods were for safety -- roll cage, harnesses, and such.
Popular Hyundai Sonata for car thieves
Why Your Kia and Hyundai Are Popular With Car Thieves
By Keith Griffin on
Is your 2011 or newer Kia protected against theft? How about your 2015 or newer Hyundai? Both are being heavily targeted by car thieves but there’s an easy solution.
Images of the Porsche Taycan
Porsche Taycan: A Gem In The EV World
By Frank DiMuccio on
The Electric Vehicle market is dominated by cars that largely appear the same. No offense meant to the folks at the big manufacturers we know and love, like Tesla, Ford, Chevy, and Toyota, but the current EV offering is just not exciting, at least from a visual perspective. Sure, the Plaid mode Tesla has some insane speeds, but it just doesn’t hold an aesthetic candle to the light that is the Porsche Taycan.
2023 Ford F-150 Lightning
All-Electric Ford F-150 To Be Named Lightning
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Ford will repurpose the performance-oriented Lightning name for the 2023 Ford F-150 EV. Lightning name has a long history in the performance-truck world and though unconfirmed by Ford, the EV version of the 2023 Ford F-150 will get the Lightning name.
2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback
Subaru Has A Bicycle? Meet The Duke II Single Speed Bike
By Denis Flierl on
Many Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek owners are outdoor enthusiasts. Check out a new bicycle Subaru is offering its North American customers.
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