Automotive News (Page 6)

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.

Pay Special Attention to This Dash Message

I Got This Message On My 2019 Toyota Rav4 Dash, No Secondary Lights Or Warnings, and The Car Is Running Fine. Should I Take This Seriously? ―An Engine-Killing Rav4 Dash Message Confusion Mistake

By Timothy Boyer on April 26, 2025 - 7:44AM

Mistaking this error light for a maintenance light on your dash can become a fatal engine problem easily fixed and covered by Toyota…if you are not too late.

I Just Received 3 Recalls For My 2024 Toyota Corolla, I Have 2 Questions, Is Toyota Doing Ok, and Is My Corolla Even Going To Make It To Repair?

By Denis Flierl on April 26, 2025 - 7:31AM

Is there a problem with the Toyota Corolla's reliability? The Corolla is a top-selling model, and Vicky is concerned about receiving three recalls for her 2024 Corolla. Should she be worried? Here is what Toyota Corolla owners and customers need to know.

A red Ford truck is being loaded onto a tow truck at night, with rain falling and emergency lights flashing in the background.

My F-150 Lightning Died Two Miles From Home, Each Battery Percent Below 7% Only Lasted One Mile

By Noah Washington on April 26, 2025 - 5:35AM

I took the F-150 Lightning out in freezing rain and found out the hard way why Ford’s electric truck is still a work in progress. Is the Lightning really ready for America’s toughest truck buyers, or is range anxiety still king?

A camouflaged car with a Tennessee manufacturer plate is parked in a garage, partially visible alongside a charging station.

I Spotted The New Nissan Leaf in Colorado, It Has NACS Charging With A Hidden CCS Adapter That Changes Everything

By Noah Washington on April 26, 2025 - 5:07AM

I just spotted what might be the next-generation Nissan Leaf, and trust me, this isn’t the quirky little EV you remember. Is this the comeback that puts the Leaf back on top? Here’s why you might want to hold off on your next EV purchase.

My 2024 Chevy 2500 HD Lasted Just One Week Before the Problems Started, and Now I’m Taking It Back to the Dealer

By Aram Krajekian on April 25, 2025 - 2:14PM

Buying an expensive truck should feel like a confident decision. But after just one week and a string of serious issues, one owner realized the real cost of chasing a deal. Here’s why this story serves as an important lesson for today’s used truck market.

Nissan's SUV Pivot: A Pragmatic Path in the Electric Era

By Rob Enderle on April 25, 2025 - 2:00PM

To compete with popular electric SUVs and the growing dominance of Chinese EV makers like BYD, Nissan is strategically shifting to prioritize electric SUVs over the Maxima EV and similar Infiniti sedans.

Jaguar Type 00: A British Thunderbolt on the Horizon?

By Rob Enderle on April 25, 2025 - 1:36PM

The Jaguar Type 00 prototype, with its distinctive design reminiscent of a Jensen Interceptor and a cool auto-open boot, shows promise as a high-performance electric grand tourer potentially capable of challenging Tesla, making it far more interesting.

The MG Windsor: Charting a Course for the Electric Family Future?

By Rob Enderle on April 25, 2025 - 1:17PM

The successful, well-priced, and decent-quality MG Windsor EV, quickly gaining popularity in Europe and Asia, offers a potential blueprint for the electric family car. However, despite MG's global brand resurgence, its arrival in the US remains uncertain.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Shares His Frustration After His Truck Died Four Days After Delivery – Says “It’s a Total Bummer Paying Over $100K & Only Enjoying it 4 days Before Having to Return it to Tesla”

By Tinsae Aregay on April 25, 2025 - 12:17PM

Almost two and a half years since starting deliveries, Tesla still appears to be struggling with Cybertruck reliability. A brand-new Cybertruck owner in April 2025 reported that his truck failed & had to be towed back to Tesla only 4 days after delivery.

I Locked the Keys to My 2025 Toyota Camry Rental Car In the Trunk, It Was the Worst Night of My Life, I Would Never Buy A 2025 Camry

By Denis Flierl on April 25, 2025 - 11:18AM

Kaylee didn’t know her grocery store trip would become a nightmare. When she accidentally locked the keys to the 2025 Toyota Camry in the trunk after loading groceries, her crazy story began. Here is what all Toyota Camry owners need to know.

I Went from a 2012 Toyota Sequoia to a 2025 Tundra and Finally Towed with It, But I Wasn’t Expecting What I Found

By Aram Krajekian on April 25, 2025 - 9:30AM

After towing with his new 2025 Tundra for the first time, one owner compared it to his 2012 Sequoia and found some unexpected pros and cons worth thinking about.

A blue Chevrolet Bolt EV and a black electric vehicle are parked in a garage, with cleaning supplies and shelves in the background.

I Traded Two Model Ys For An Ioniq 6 And A Used Bolt, I’m Getting Better Range For Less Money And My Insurance Is Cheaper

By Noah Washington on April 25, 2025 - 2:57AM

One Tesla Model Y saved thousands by switching to an Ioniq 6 and Chevy Bolt, now they get better range and cheaper insurance.

2025 Dodge Charger Daytona EV at the Colorado Auto Show

Why Dodge's All-New 2025 Charger Daytona EV is Winning Design Awards

By Mary Conway on April 24, 2025 - 9:52PM

You have seen pictures of Dodge's EV muscle car but the 2025 Charger Daytona is even better looking in person. Now a key automotive publication is giving it a prestigious award.

Toyota Owners Say It Is Cheap Plastic, Toyota Says It's Focused Sunlight

I Purchased a 2024 Toyota Rav 4 Hybrid In November 2023, and Now My Rav 4 Is Melting, and Toyota Excludes This From Their Warranty

By Timothy Boyer on April 24, 2025 - 5:15PM

Toyota is blaming "solar convergence" on new Toyota owners' reports that their vehicles are melting. What does this mean, and should you be concerned?

Cadillac Will Give the 2026 OPTIQ a V-Series High Performance Package

By Mary Conway on April 24, 2025 - 3:03PM

The V-Series is typically reserved for high horsepower gas-powered vehicles. The 2026 OPTIQ V joins the Cadillac LYRIQ V in the growing EV lineup.

Image shows a BYD car show display courtesy of BYD media support.

Battery-Electric Reality Check Demonstrates That Even in China, a Supermajority of New Vehicle Shoppers Opt Not To Buy an EV and Here Are the Facts By Vehicle Type and Market

By John Goreham on April 24, 2025 - 10:13AM

It would be easy to assume that China has been overtaken by battery-electric vehicles, but the truth is that the vast majority of new car buyers in China opt not to get one. We’ll provide the analysis and source links. You provide the conclusion.

Toyota Tacoma i-Force and i-Force Max horsepower reveal

Toyota's I-Force Powertrain Leaves A Lot Of Power On The Table, As Recent Dyno Tests Revealed An Unexpected Surprise

By Dimitar Angelov on April 24, 2025 - 8:21AM

If you have a Toyota SUV or pickup truck powered by the 2.4-liter i-Force engine, you will be pleasantly surprised.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck is More Efficient Than a Honda Civic – Adds He Saves $1,400 Per Year Compared to His Neighbor Who Drives a Honda Civic

By Tinsae Aregay on April 24, 2025 - 7:57AM

A Cybertruck owner has sparked a mini controversy by claiming his Cybertruck is more efficient than his neighbor's Honda Civic. Both commute 150 miles daily, and the Cybertruck owner claims he saves $1,400 by choosing the Cybertruck over the Civic.

I Brought My Tesla Model 3 In for Its First Service, and It Was Meant to Be an Easy Fix, But Now I’m Waiting on Footage to Prove They Damaged It

By Aram Krajekian on April 24, 2025 - 4:40AM

One Tesla owner brought in his Model 3 for a quick battery swap, but left with a paint chip and a fight for video evidence. Here’s why his experience might say more about the EV service world than we realize.

Tesla Model S interior with screen showing the map of a city in extreme detail

I Love My Tesla, But These Two Simple UI Changes Would Make My Driving Experience So Much Better

By Noah Washington on April 24, 2025 - 3:54AM

The Tesla UI is perfect, but two small tweaks could take it from great to game-changing. I’ve pinpointed exactly what’s missing, and chances are, you’ve noticed it too.

A 2025 Dodge Charger EV with red brake calipers parked on gravel, surrounded by green grass and trees in the background.

My Fourth EV Is A 2025 Charger EV, After Owning Model Y, Mustang Mach-E, And F-150 Lightning, This Electric Muscle Car Finally Gets Everything Right

By Noah Washington on April 24, 2025 - 3:33AM

The electric Dodge Charger shouldn't work, but it kind of does. With a simulated V8 growl and polarizing looks, is this the future of American performance, or just glorious madness?

I Thought I Was Finally Getting My Rivian R1T Fixed, Until They Told Me I Wasn’t Even on the Service Schedule Anymore

By Aram Krajekian on April 24, 2025 - 3:22AM

A Rivian owner was ready for a long-awaited service visit, until Rivian said his appointment didn’t exist. What happened next turned into a lesson in persistence, proof, and navigating EV support.

The Ford Mustang Just Turned 61 and Continues to Win Fans and Set Records

By Mary Conway on April 24, 2025 - 12:03AM

Ford continues to reinvigorate the pony car. Ford keeps adding more horsepower and performance to the world's top-selling sportscar.

My Rivian R1S Went in for Service and the Loaner They Gave Me Failed Too, But Rivian’s Quick Support Made the Whole Thing Surprisingly Smooth

By Aram Krajekian on April 23, 2025 - 6:01PM

When this Rivian owner scheduled a simple service visit, they didn’t expect the loaner to break too, but what happened next became one of the clearest signs that Rivian is serious about supporting its owners.

Elon Musk Tesla Model S,3,X,Y Cybertruck

Tesla Stock Surges by 5% Following Q1 2025 Earnings Call

By Tinsae Aregay on April 23, 2025 - 5:03PM

Tesla's stock price has unexpectedly shot up after the Q1 2025 earnings report. Although financial results declined, Musk’s announcement that he’ll be stepping back from the government to focus on Tesla likely contributed to the stock increase.

When Your Car Jack and Jack Stands Are Just Not Safe Enough

Looking Into Buying One Of These Portable Lifts…Are They Reliable And Easy To Use Or Should I Just Stick To Jack Stands? ―"Safer Than Car Jack And Stands. I Bought This After Almost Dying With Those," says Owner of This Brand of Automotive Lifts

By Timothy Boyer on April 23, 2025 - 11:07AM

A recent question about portable car and truck lifts for the DIY home mechanic points to one strong recommendation you can buy at Lowes today.

Tesla Model S, 3, X, Y & Cybertruck, CyberCab, Tesla Semi, Tesla van

Tesla Confirms the “New, Cheaper Vehicles” Under Development Are Just a Stripped-Down Model 3 & Y – Adds the Most Important Thing is “They’ll be Cheaper & You’ll be Able to Buy One”

By Tinsae Aregay on April 23, 2025 - 10:46AM

Tesla pours cold water on the highly anticipated “new and more affordable” vehicles set to launch next month. Tesla confirms these are stripped-down versions of the Model 3 and Y, and adds that the company’s focus moving forward is on affordability.

Honda NSX Type-S and Nissan GT-R NISMO R35

The Next-Generation Nissan GT-R Could Be Mid-Engine Thanks To A Partnership With Honda

By Dimitar Angelov on April 23, 2025 - 8:43AM

Despite the merger talks not leading to anything major, a partnership on a smaller scale might lead to the Nissan GT-R and Acura NSX sharing a platform.

Repo Expert Says, “I’m Shocked at the Number of High-Dollar Repos Now, Here Is a 2024 Chevy Tahoe With 27K Miles, It Still Smells New, They Walked Away”

By Denis Flierl on April 23, 2025 - 5:15AM

Why would a 2024 Chevy Tahoe owner walk away from their new SUV? Robb, a car repo expert, says he's never seen so many expensive vehicles getting repossessed by the bank. It's a growing concern, and here is what all car buyers need to know.

A Rear-Wheel-Drive Mazda 6 Is Confirmed To Be In The Pipeline, And Here's How It Can Be A Viable Alternative To The Plethora Of SUV Models

By Dimitar Angelov on April 23, 2025 - 5:01AM

Mazda CEO wants to make the rear-wheel-drive Mazda sedan we have been hearing about for a few years now, and here's how it could be a valid alternative amidst an SUV-dominated market.

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