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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.

Chevy Bolt side by side with Ford Mustang Mach-E by John Goreham

One Image of Chevy's Bolt and Ford's Mustang Mach-E Shows How Fast the EV Market Moves

By John Goreham on January 25, 2021 - 5:34PM

We are testing the Mustang Mach-E back to back with the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt. It’s amazing how far the industry has come in five years. Can you guess where will be in 2026?

Tesla's Grunheide Battery Factory To Employ 1,000 People

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2021 - 3:06PM

Tesla is planning the world's largest factory for electric car batteries in Grünheide. It may be in Giga Berlin. Brandenburg's Public Radio RBB has now received details about the company's plans. Accordingly, Tesla is looking for some unusual job profiles for its Grünheid location and plans to employ 1,000 people.

Survey Reveals Ford F-150 Brand Recognition Makes It More Appealing Than Tesla Cybertruck And Other EV Pickup Competitors

By Jimmy Dinsmore on January 25, 2021 - 2:43PM

As electric pickup truck market emerges, understanding consumer mindset is important. A new survey reveals 20 percent would consider buying an EV pickup. Survey reveals what is and isn’t important EV to those pickup consumers. That same survey shows how important brand recognition is for Ford and Tesla.

2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Lunar Rock front end

The Most Difficult Toyota to Find: 2021 4Runner TRD Pro in Lunar Rock

By Jeff Teague on January 25, 2021 - 12:19PM

You will not believe the experiences people are having hunting down a specific 2021 Toyota 4Runner. And Toyota Tacoma. And Toyota Tundra. Wow.

Tesla Partners With Samsung for Self-Driving 5nm Chips, Korean Report

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2021 - 11:06AM

A new report from Asia-E in Korea states that Tesla is partnering with Samsung on a 5-nanometer chip for self-driving, despite earlier reports that Tesla planned for its next-generation self-driving chip to use a 7-nanometer process by TSMC, a Taiwan semiconductor company.

2022 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation STI

Why The Next-Generation Subaru WRX STI Won’t Be Hybrid Or All-Electric

By Denis Flierl on January 25, 2021 - 11:00AM

Will the next-generation 2022 Subaru WRX STI come with hybrid or electric power? Why you won't be driving an electrified WRX or STI anytime soon.

Tesla Fremont Starts Giga Press Manufacturing: This May Further Drop The Prices

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2021 - 9:58AM

Mitsubishi Says Its All-New Outlander Will Be "I-Fu-Do-Do” - Here's What That Means

By John Goreham on January 25, 2021 - 9:49AM

Mitsubishi is about to launch an all-new Outlander. Here is a look at what guiding principles the company is looking to in its development. And why it matters to you, the driver.

Buy a 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs. Honda Pilot and Save $6,000 In Fuel Costs

By John Goreham on January 25, 2021 - 9:06AM

The 2021 Toyota Highlander has a green option that can save its owner $6,000 in fuel over its 10-year lifespan.

Buy a 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime vs. Forester or Rogue and Save $5,000 in Fuel Costs

By John Goreham on January 25, 2021 - 8:43AM

The Toyota RAV4 Prime has a huge advantage in power and efficiency compared to the Subaru Forester and Nissan Rogue.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback

7 Reasons Why Subaru Forester and Outback Are Now Kept The Longest By Owners

By Denis Flierl on January 25, 2021 - 7:09AM

See why the Subaru Forester compact SUV and Outback midsize SUV are the most popular models and the longest-kept cars.

Buick Offers Sneak Peek of 2022 Enclave and Details on All-New 2021 Envision

By Mary Conway on January 24, 2021 - 9:08PM

The 2022 Buick Enclave is adding a luxury trim package but it's little brother the 2021 Envision is all-new. See the new faces of the Buick lineup.

2021 Dodge Durango Named Best Value for Large SUV

Three Reasons the 2021 Dodge Durango Just Won an Award as Best Large SUV Value in America

By Mary Conway on January 24, 2021 - 5:34PM

The 2021 Dodge Durango was just given the Vincentric Best Value in America award for the Large SUV/Crossover segment. We look at what makes the Durango stand out in the crowded field.

2021 Kia Rio 5 Door Vincentric Top Hatchback

2021 Kia Rio Best Practical Subcompact Hatchback in US

By Keith Griffin on January 24, 2021 - 5:30PM

For those who buy hatchbacks for practical reasons, the 2021 Kia Rio is the best subcompact hatchback on the market.

2012 Ford Fusion Recalled in 3M Vehicle Callback

Safety Agency Orders Ford, Mazda To Recall 3 Million Vehicles

By Marc Stern on January 24, 2021 - 12:59PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has ordered Ford and Mazda to recall 3 million vehicles after the pair of automakers requested they be allowed to skip the recall altogether. NHTSA ruled that an earlier repair didn't meet current standards.

Hyundai Accent Best Subcompact in US, says Vincentric

By Keith Griffin on January 24, 2021 - 9:51AM

For those who buy cars for practical purposes, the 2021 Hyundai Accent is the best subcompact to buy in the U.S.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback

When You Buy A New Subaru The Automaker Fights Against Hunger

By Denis Flierl on January 24, 2021 - 9:32AM

When you buy a 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek, the automaker uses its profits to fight hunger in America. See where they gave a generous amount to bring 100 million meals to those most vulnerable.

2021 Toyota Venza Limited Coastal Gray Venza LE Ruby Flare Pearl Venza XLE Blueprint

Real MPG of 2021 Toyota Venza: Owners Reveal All

By Jeff Teague on January 24, 2021 - 8:48AM

Does 2021 Venza real-world gas mileage match up with window sticker estimates? New owners revealed surprising answers.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback, 2021 Subaru Ascent

The Safest New Cars - Subaru Doesn't Score Perfect 10s In Latest Rankings

By Denis Flierl on January 24, 2021 - 8:16AM

Does Subaru make the safest cars? A new study says only one Subaru model scores a perfect ten.

2021 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

The Best Used Midsize SUVs - Why A Subaru Outback Is Not Your Best Choice

By Denis Flierl on January 23, 2021 - 7:55AM

Should you buy a new 2021 Subaru Outback, or is a used model a better choice? Check out resale values before you buy.

2021 Porsche Panamera Gets Official Pricing

By Max Larsen on January 23, 2021 - 4:14AM

Most of the Panamera lineup costs the same, but the new Turbo S and 4S E-Hybrid models will see price tags well into the six-figures.

All-electric Ford Mustang Cobra prototype

Separating Fact From Fiction Regarding The Next-Generation Ford Mustang

By Jimmy Dinsmore on January 22, 2021 - 1:25PM

Rumors swirl over the next-generation Mustang. Will it have an electric motor? Will it come out in 2023 or perhaps 2028? Will Ford discontinue the internal combustion altogether from their pony car? We answer or at least try to logically explain all of this and help decipher fact from fiction.

The One Thing Next-Gen 2022 Toyota Tundra Must Not Change

By Jeff Teague on January 22, 2021 - 10:21AM

Many things are about to change with 2022 Next-Gen Toyota Tundra. This is the one thing that must stay the same.

10 Cars Owners Keep The Longest - Subaru Forester And Outback Score Top Spots

By Denis Flierl on January 22, 2021 - 7:52AM

The 2021 Subaru Forester and Outback are the most likely cars to be kept the longest by their owners. Check out the ten cars owners keep 15 years or more.

Tesla 4th Quarter Registrations in California Jump 63% Thanks To Model Y

By Armen Hareyan on January 21, 2021 - 9:01PM

Mercedes Introduces EQA With a Reasonable Range and Great Interior

By Armen Hareyan on January 21, 2021 - 8:53PM

Musk Says Tesla Is Literally Trying To Build Cars Like Toys

By Armen Hareyan on January 21, 2021 - 8:48PM

The Boring Company's Branded Model X Gets Ready For Vegas Loop Testing

By Armen Hareyan on January 21, 2021 - 8:45PM

Ford Police Interceptors Recalled For Windshield Washer Issue

Ford Recalls Police Interceptors, Aviators To Fix Bad Washer Problem

By Marc Stern on January 21, 2021 - 8:28PM

Ford has recalled 2020 Police Interceptor and Lincoln Aviators to fix a problem with contaminated windshield washers that violated federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

Prius at Supercharger image by John Goreham

3 Busted Toyota Prius Myths Haters Wish Were True

By John Goreham on January 21, 2021 - 4:59PM

The Toyota Prius solved the "cars cause global warming" problem over two decades ago. Here are three common Prius myths that everyone from EVangelists to coal-rollers wish were really true.

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