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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.

2020 Toyota Prius and 2020 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid
Why Are Toyota Hybrid Cars So Good?
By Peter Neilson on
If you want to know why the Toyota hybrids are so good, I have some details for you. Prius was only the start of a fabulous line of fuel-sipping saviors.
Tesla Giga Berlin factory
Tesla May Build Batteries Without Cobalt at Giga Berlin
By Armen Hareyan on
As you may already know from our previous reporting Tesla is also planning to build a battery factory at Giga Berlin if Tesla's ideas go well. The German publication, called Basic Thinking, is looking at Tesla’s 11,000-page public documents and of newly designed Giga Berlin plans, and suspects that these batteries, produced by Tesla at Giga Berlin, could be cobalt-free for the first time.
Tesla's Secret Weapons That Give it a Competitive Advantage
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla is producing cars, energy products, and is planning on having robotaxis. But there is something besides all those things that gives Tesla a unique competitive advantage. Let's see what it is!
2022 Subaru WRX reveal
Subaru Announces The All-New Next-Generation 2022 WRX But No Reveal Date
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru says the next-generation 2022 Subaru WRX is coming this year. When will the new sport-tuned performance sedan arrive?
2021 Ford F-150 Police Responder
2021 F-150 Police Responder Is Faster Than All Other Law Enforcement Vehicles Tested
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
F-150 Police Responder recorded faster 0-60 mph, 0-100 mph and quarter-mile times than any other police vehicle in recent tests. Overall performance improvements were verified in vehicle dynamics testing where 2021 F-150 Police Responder cut up to 5.8 seconds off its average lap time vs. outgoing model according to Michigan State Police preliminary test results.
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Sets Another Production Record In China Despite Numerous Challenges
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla China sets yet another production record in China despite the numerous challenges the EV maker has faced in the world's largest vehicle market.
2022 Subaru Outback features, specs, pricing, fuel mileage
The 2022 Subaru Outback Is Arriving Now - The Trim That’s Your Best Value
By Denis Flierl on
The 2022 Subaru Outback is now arriving at Subaru retailers. So which trim is right for you and the best value?
2018 Toyota Prius C Green
How Toyota Prius Knows When To Set A Hybrid Battery Trouble Code
By Peter Neilson on
If you have ever wanted to know how a Toyota Prius battery sets a trouble code for the hybrid battery today is that day. Take a look at what Toyota made possible through some really cool tech.
Prologue image courtesy of Honda
Honda Announces Its Next EV - Prologue - Here's When It Arrives
By John Goreham on
The all-new Honda Prologue has been announced by Honda. Let's just say Honda is giving fans plenty of time to prepare.
Ample Battery Swap lab
California Startup Claims 10 Minute Charge Times
By Peter Neilson on
A company in California is making waves when it comes to fast vehicle charging. Interesting topic and here is what I think they are doing.
2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing
Subaru Plant That Makes The Outback Shuts Down - It’s Not Shortages This Time
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru plant that makes the 2022 Subaru Outback is shutting down for two weeks. See why and how it affects customers.
Toyota Explains EV Strategy, Says It Cut bZ4X's Development Lead Time (with Subaru) by 30%
Toyota Explains EV Strategy, Says It Cut bZ4X's Development Lead Time (with Subaru) by 30%
By Armen Hareyan on
Pobst Goes Plaid and Wins Pikes Peak Race
By Timothy Boyer on
Race Day at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race is over and it has been a wild ride as Pobst goes Plaid in his “upgraded” Tesla Model S Plaid and places 1st in the Exhibition Class. Watch the linked video on a big screen or on your Virtual Reality headset and be sure to have taken some motion sickness meds to prepare for an enjoyable ride as you take a peek over the Pobst’s shoulders at what it’s like to go Plaid up Pikes Peak.
Image courtesy of the manufacturer.
4 Great YouTube Channels For Electric Vehicle Enthusiasts
By John Goreham on
Here are four great YouTube sites that may fly below the radar of some electric vehicle fans and enthusiasts. If you are a Tesla, Ford Mustang Mach-E, or Toyota RAV4 Prime fan, don't miss these great YouTube Channels.
2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback
Best Cars For Military Families - 2 Of The Top 10 Are Subaru Forester And Outback
By Denis Flierl on
Military families love the 2021 Subaru Forester and 2021 Outback, according to a report released by the United Services Automobile Association. See why they rank high.
2022 Toyota Tundra interior multimedia apple carplay
Fans Optimistic (and Freaking Out a Little) After 2022 Toyota Tundra Interior Pictures Revealed
By Jeff Teague on
If fan reactions from revealed interior pics are any indication of next-gen 2022 Tundra popularity – look out!
2022 Subaru Forester, features, specs, details
STI Shows Off New Body Kit For The Newly-Refreshed 2022 Subaru Forester
By Denis Flierl on
The 2022 Subaru Forester is coming and gets a new aerodynamic body kit from Subaru Tecnica International. Will U.S. performance enthusiasts see them?
Tesla Model S
Tesla Is Offering Bay Area Residents Model S Plaid Priority Delivery For End Of Quarter Push
By Tinsae Aregay on
According to multiple sources, Tesla is calling Model S Plaid Plus reservation holders in the Bay Area and the EV maker is offering them Model S Plaid priority delivery for the end-of-quarter push.
Tesla UI
Tesla's Over the Air Updates Solve Many Problems
By Jeremy Johnson on
Recently there was a report with nearly 300,000 Tesla vehicles that need to be recalled for an update. Tesla's Over the Air Updates Solve This and so Many Other Problems.
Artist sketch of Ford F-150 Lightning
What Would A Ford And Tesla Collaboration Look Like?
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Ford Motor Company is the unquestioned truck leader and Tesla is the unquestioned electric vehicle leader. A collaboration between the two could improve the Lightning and the Cybertruck. Here’s the areas it might improve on each electric truck.
2021 Subaru Outback, 2021 Crosstrek pricing, features, safety
The 10 Best High-Tech Cars Under $30K - Subaru Scores 3 Models For Commuters
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best high-tech cars under $30,000 for commuters? A new study says the 2021 Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, and Legacy are among the best.
Tesla Model 3
Tesla To Recall 285,520 Model 3/Ys In China Due To Autopilot ‘Unintended Acceleration’
By Tinsae Aregay on
Chinese Regulators announced today, Tesla will recall nearly 285,520 imported and made-in-China Model 3 and Y vehicles due to issues where owners can inadvertently engage autopilot while driving.
2020 Toyota Prius Silver and Blue on the beach
Why Heat Kills MPG In Toyota Prius And What To Do About It
By Peter Neilson on
Heatwave got your MPG down in your Toyota Prius? Take a look at why that happens and what you can do about it.
Model S Uses The 18650 cell pack
Why Tesla Chose the 18650 Battery Over the 4680 In the Model S Plaid
By Timothy Boyer on
Why didn’t Tesla install the newer and more powerful 4680 battery in its recently released Model S Plaid? According to an expert on battery technology, their choice makes a lot of sense when you look at what is said at Tesla’s Quarterly meetings and not so much on public speculations and some sandbagging on Musk’s part.
Ford's 2021 Mustang Mach-E GT Runs At Night
EPA Sets Mileage For Ford Mustang Mach-E GT, GT Performance Edition
By Marc Stern on
Ford's Mustang Mach-E GT and GT Performance Edition have received their mileage ratings from the Environmental Protection Agency. The results are quite interesting.
2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing
Where New Subaru Models Sell Fast And How It Affects Your Buying Decision
By Denis Flierl on
Where do the 2021 Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, and Ascent SUVs sell the fastest? See how it could affect your buying decision this summer.
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Deliveries
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Growth and Deliveries by Quarter
By Jeremy Johnson on
Recently, the Twitter user, James Stephenson, posted 69 Tweets in the most detailed analysis of Tesla I've ever seen. Let's take a look at Tweet #4 of these which focuses on the Model 3 and Model Y deliveries over each quarter and year - with Q2-Q4, 2021 as projections. Here are the details!
2022 Subaru Forester, all-electric 2023 Subaru Solterra
Subaru Says “We’re Committed To A Carbon-Free Society” But When?
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru of America was recently named the 3rd Most Trusted Car Brand. How will they keep their high ranking?
Fourth Generation Toyota Prius Prime Silver
Is the Fourth Generation Toyota Prius Reliable?
By Peter Neilson on
After four generations of revisions, is the Toyota Prius still reliable or are there more problems? Here is my take on Prius and why I think gen 4 is the best one yet.
Tesla Vision
Tesla Vision Puts It in the Pole Position for Full Self-Driving
By Jeremy Johnson on
There was a recent presentation by Andrej Karpathy, the leading AI expert for Tesla, talking about removing radar and using a pure vision system only for Tesla's autonomous driving software. Let's look at the key highlights and why this puts Tesla in a firm lead.
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