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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.

Toyota EPU Concept
Toyota's Small Unibody Truck Will Be A Stroke Of Genious, And It Will NOT Be Fully-Electric
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota showed a concept that is said to preview the rebirth of the Stout pickup truck, and dealers are pushing for its production.
Ocean Gem 2026 Toyota Camry XLE AWD driving on a tree-lined road in a front three-quarter action view.
The 2026 Toyota Camry SE Proves Toyota's Hybrid Bet Works, But the Small Annoyances Still Matter
By Noah Washington on
The 2026 Camry SE nails the big Toyota promise: hybrid efficiency, space, and easy daily use. But six months in, the little things, CarPlay, seats, paint chips, and paid remote start, are what buyers should test.
Blue 2027 Chevrolet Bolt RS shown from the passenger side in a parking lot.
A 2027 Chevy Bolt RS Owner Found the CarPlay Problem Was Smaller Than the Speaker Problem
By Noah Washington on
The new Bolt's missing CarPlay sounded like the dealbreaker. One early RS owner found a workaround in three days. The bigger problem may be simpler: the stereo just does not sound good enough.
2025 Honda CR-V
Honda CR-V Hybrid Power Steering Rack and Fuel Injector Failure Under 23K Miles Sparks Owner Safety Fears
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid AWD owner faces back-to-back fuel injector and power steering rack failures under 23,000 miles. The Texas case highlights growing parts backorders, dealer loaner shortages, and critical questions about new-vehicle reliability.
2027 Ram Rumble Bee Trucks
Ram Stings the Competition with New Line of 2027 Rumble Bee Street Trucks
By Mary Conway on
The street trucks all feature HEMIs with varying levels of horsepower, but they are shorter and faster than the current Ram 1500s.
2026 GMC Sierra 2500 HD AT4 shown from the front on a grassy overlook with mountains in the background.
E85 Stations Keep Growing, but EPA Data Shows GM Is Nearly Alone in Selling New 2026 Vehicles That Can Use It
By Noah Washington on
E85 looks healthier if you only count stations. Torque News checked AFDC station data, FuelEconomy vehicle files, and federal CAFE-credit language. The pump count kept rising, but new flex-fuel choices have narrowed into a small GM-heavy corner.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Arrested After Deliberately Driving Into Lake to Test The Truck's 'Wade Mode' Feature
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner ended up in jail after deliberately driving his truck into a lake to test out the truck’s “Wade Mode” feature. Regrettably, the truck died in the middle of the lake, and the driver was arrested after the incident.
Front view of a black 2026 Lucid Gravity GT highlighting Lucid’s slim LED lighting and smooth front fascia.
Lucid Gravity GT Enters Reduced Power Mode After Hitting a Bump During Drive Home From Delivery, Prompting the Owner to Question Whether He “Volunteered as a Beta Tester”
By Aram Krajekian on
A Lucid Gravity GT went into turtle mode during its first drive home, raising questions about whether luxury EV buyers are becoming unpaid beta testers.
Grey 2026 Chevrolet Suburban driving through a city street with Chevrolet’s updated front-end styling.
3.0 Duramax Reliability Analysis: Why One 2023 Chevy Suburban Is Nearing 200,000 Miles While Others Face Massive Repair Costs
By Aram Krajekian on
The 3.0 Duramax is producing two completely different ownership experiences, with one Chevy Suburban nearing 200,000 miles while other owners describe months-long repairs and financial nightmares.
Gray 2024 Kia Telluride parked near a rocky coastal overlook with black wheels and updated Kia styling
2024 Kia Telluride Owner Says Repeated Seat Failures and Water Leaks Are Making Ownership Exhausting
By Aram Krajekian on
A growing water leak on a Kia Telluride turned a routine ownership complaint into fears of long-term electrical damage and even more trips back to the dealership.
Rendering of Chevrolet Camaro returning in 2028, production starting in the fall of the year 2027.
I Hope Chevy Understand That Returning Camaro's Design Is More Important Than 0.5 Seconds Faster in The 1/4 Mile
By Armen Hareyan on
Chevrolet greenlit the 2028 Camaro with a V8 and a manual, but real fans in a major enthusiast group are pushing back hard on the horsepower obsession, and what they want instead reveals the exact mistake that killed the last Camaro.
2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid crosses a stone arch bridge in Central New Hampshire
Five Reasons the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Is Simpler and More Reliable Than the Gas Model
By John Goreham on
Hybrids are thought to be more complicated. Subaru's newest powertrain proves the opposite, and after five Subarus, I think it might be the most reliable one yet.
2026 Ram 1500 Bighorn
Ram 1500 Hurricane Engine Teardown: Why This 6th Gen Twin-Turbo Tech May Cost More Than a $108 Fill-Up
By Denis Flierl on
A deep-dive mechanical teardown of the 6th Gen Ram 1500’s 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo engine and active grille shutters reveals why extreme heat soak strains critical components, flashing a warning that long-term repairs could dwarf a $108 fill-up.
Gray Toyota Tundra loaded on a flatbed tow truck in a residential neighborhood.
Toyota's Tundra Engine Recall Has a Second Problem: What Happens to the Truck's Value After Repair
By Noah Washington on
A Tundra engine failure is bad enough. The scarier part may come later, when a repair record, recall uncertainty, or dealer appraisal turns a nearly new truck into a value fight.
2026 Ram Big Horn
The $108 Pump Milestone: Dissecting the 2026 Ram 1500 Big Horn Real-World Fuel Costs
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Ram Big Horn owner’s $108 fill-up is going viral on Facebook. Staten Island driver Mike Sullivan says the 6th Gen truck is "worth every penny," sparking a massive debate on the real-world cost of ownership for Ram's newest pickup generation.
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5
Two Salesmen Gave Him The 'Oh, Come On' Look When They Found Out He Went From a 2024 Honda Hybrid To an 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 for $800 Out The Door
By Tim Healey on
A car shopper swapped his 2024 Honda hybrid for a 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5. He got a few surprised looks as he walked out of dealership. Was it the money involved, the cars involved, or something else? Read on to see why two salespeople looked bewildered.
2026 Toyota Tundra
The 2026 Toyota Tundra V6 Engine Crisis: Understanding the Debris Threat and Your Practical Blueprint for Survival
By Denis Flierl on
Recent reports on the 2026 Toyota Tundra V6 engine renew discussions about past manufacturing debris issues. This guide breaks down the risks of turbo failure and outlines a vital action plan that uses fluid analysis to protect your drivetrain investment.
Bronco Teases Filson Collaboration
Ford to Debut a New Off-Road Version of the Bronco With Rugged Filson Outdoor Trim
By Mary Conway on
Both Ford and the outdoor outfitter Filson have built their reputations on being dependable, durable and built to last. Their new Bronco collaboration will feature rugged design, and pioneering capability.
Rendering of Elon Musk in front of a Tesla Semi
Tesla Semi Is Good, But Someone's Going To Have to Pay for The Road Wear And Damage Due To Its Massive Weight
By Armen Hareyan on
The Tesla Semi is hauling freight and cutting emissions, but a question almost no one in automotive media is asking could cost every American taxpayer far more than the fuel savings fleet operators are celebrating.
2023 Toyota Tacoma driving in the mountains
This Tacoma Has Been at The Toyota Dealer for 2 Months, and We Just Can't Believe Nobody Else Has Come To This Dealership With The Same Exact Problem
By Tim Healey on
A Toyota Tacoma has been at the dealership for two months with what be a simple problem with a simple solution -- and both the owner and other Toyota Tacoma owners following the story are confused. We are too, as the problem seems so simple.
Tesla Cybertruck driving through shallow water at a boat ramp near a lakeshore.
Cybertruck Lake Arrest Shows Wade Mode Is Not Boat Mode
By Noah Washington on
A Cybertruck in Grapevine Lake is funny for five seconds. Then Tesla's manual makes the real lesson clear: Wade Mode is for slow, shallow crossings, not turning a pickup into a boat.
White 2026 Dodge Charger coupe driving on a racetrack in a front three-quarter action shot.
Dodge Says the New Charger Has to Feel Like a Dodge, Even Without a V8
By Noah Washington on
Dodge says Charger buyers still want sound, burnouts, and a real driver's feel. The new Charger has to prove that muscle can survive beyond the V8 era without losing what made Dodge feel different.
2026 Toyota Tundra
2026 Toyota Tundra Action Plan: How to Protect Your V6 Twin-Turbo Drivetrain From Hidden Manufacturing Debris Failures
By Denis Flierl on
Following reports of a 2026 Toyota Tundra oil filter containing metal shavings at 3,800 miles, this consumer advocacy action plan outlines how to safeguard your V35A-FTS twin-turbo engine from catastrophic oil-starvation failures.
The 2026 Infiniti QX60 Sport AWD which I drove to Richmond for this review
Hours Before Returning The 2026 Infiniti QX 60 I Got a Flat Tire on My Driveway, But The Car Performed Flawlessly Over 800 Miles
By Armen Hareyan on
On the last morning of my 800-mile family road trip in the 2026 Infiniti QX60 Sport AWD, I found a flat tire at 19 PSI, but this $66,650 luxury SUV's review shows it performed flawlessly.
White 2026 Toyota Prius Limited parked near a waterfront at dusk, shown from the front three-quarter angle.
A Salesman Told a New Prius Owner That Changing His 0W-16 at 5,000 Miles Would Void the Warranty
By Noah Washington on
A new Prius buyer was warned that changing the first oil early could threaten the warranty. Torque News checked Toyota’s 0W-8 language, the 10,000-mile service schedule, and FTC warranty guidance. To separate fact from fiction.
2026 Toyota Tundra
2026 Toyota Tundra Twin-Turbo V6 Debris Crisis Spreads: Owner Finds Metal Shavings After Two Oil Changes in Just 3,800 Miles
By Denis Flierl on
Think the Toyota Tundra engine debris issue is fixed? A 2026 TRD Off-Road owner found his oil filters "full of glitter" after just 3,800 miles. Despite 2 dealer oil changes, this V6 metal shaving discovery proves the nightmare isn't over.
2024 Chevrolet Camaro
The Buick Sedans Are The Most Interesting Part of the 2027 Chevy Camaro's Comeback, Since They Will Share The Same Platform With Cadillac
By Tim Healey on
Reports have been circulating suggesting that the Chevrolet Camaro will return as a 2027 model. One thing that might be getting buried in the excitement surrounding the return of the Camaro is that Buick will have sedans again.
Red Ford F-150 pickup driving along a tree-lined road with motion blur in the surrounding forest.
At 180k Miles on the Original Hybrid Battery, A 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost Owner Is Driving to California and Back to Texas
By Noah Washington on
At 180,000 miles, Brandon Lewis’s F-150 PowerBoost still has its original hybrid battery, engine, and transmission. Now he’s trusting it to take his mom from Texas to California and back.
2026 Dodge Roadkill Nights Poster
We'll Find Out This Week About the Future of Dodge, Chrysler, Ram and Jeep in North America: In the Meantime, Dodge is Cementing its Status as the King of Muscle Cars
By Mary Conway on
Stellantis will reveal its future plans for the brands during its Investor Day this week. Dodge and Chrysler are expected to play lesser roles going forward. Dodge is guarding its muscle car status announcing a major event for August.
2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Comes Alive With New Engine
The Biggest Benefit of the Hybrid Powertrain in the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Isn't MPG
By John Goreham on
Yes, the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid has amazing fuel economy. However, the best thing the hybrid brings is a smile.
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