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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.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport, pricing, specs, features
2021 Subaru Crosstrek Keeps Up An Outstanding Pace With One New Upgrade
By Denis Flierl on
The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek pulls off what no other Subaru model could do in February. Check out its outstanding performance.
2020 Toyota Prius AWD E Blue
Which Toyota Prius Generation Has The Best Resale Value?
By Peter Neilson on
Thinking of buying or selling a Toyota Prius? Here is my take on which ones have the best resale value and why.
2021 Nissan Rogue SL white color, side view
The 2021 Nissan Rogue SL's Successful Update With Modernity and Refinement
By Armen Hareyan on
One of the most popular car segments these days is the compact SUV segment. Nissan has understood this and will try to take advantage of it with a new generation of 2021 Rogue, equipped with an array of options and unique features to satisfy all customers.
Image courtesy of Volkswagen.
Considering a VW ID.4? Here's Why You Should Wait Six Months
By John Goreham on
The coming Volkswagen ID.4 is going to be a great new battery-electric offering. However, it has some issues now that VW needs to fix. Don't jump the gun and get one that is half-baked.
Images courtesy of Tesla and Ford
Reports: Mustang Mach-E Already Taking Significant Market Share From Tesla
By John Goreham on
Independent investor groups are watching to see how the new Ford Mustang Mach-E will impact Tesla's market share. Early indications are that the Mustang Mach-E is taking sales directly away from Tesla.
Image courtesy of Hyundai
Everything You Need To Know About DIY Electric Vehicle Charger Installation
By John Goreham on
You just spend tens of thousands of dollars on a new electric vehicle. Your next task is to get a wall charger up and working. Please step back from the Home Depot webpage. Here's why.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Ford Explains Why Some Mach-E Customers Are Eligible For $1000 Off And 250 kW Hours Of Free Charging
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Delivery delays for some Mustang Mach-E orders have lead Ford to offer $1000 rebates and/or free charging time. Delay impacts about 4,500 Mustang Mach-Es, according to Ford.
2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback
Cars With The Best Resale Value - Subaru Wins 4 New Segment Awards
By Denis Flierl on
Do Subaru vehicles have the best resale value? Subaru loses the KBB resale value brand title to Toyota but still picks up four individual segment awards. See which Subaru models score highest.
Small images courtesy of the Mfg. Chart by John Goreham
These EVs Declined In Sales In America After Range Improvements: Leaf, Bolt, Model 3
By John Goreham on
One would assume that increasing the range of an electric vehicle would boost sales and deliveries. Actually, the opposite has happened. Here’s why the Tesla Model 3, Chevy Bolt, and Nissan Leaf all saw sales declines after they saw battery improvements resulting in more range.
2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport, pricing, specs, features
Subaru’s Fast Start In 2021 Takes A Downturn - One SUV Flies High
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru of America hoped 2021 would be nothing like 2020, and then the weather had a different idea. There is one SUV that flies high in February.
2012 Toyota Prius V Blue
Will Changing Wheels On My Toyota Prius Impact Fuel Economy?
By Peter Neilson on
If you are like me and love to modify your car, then tune in. In this article, I will cover what changing wheels can do to your Toyota Prius.
Image courtesy of kate Silbaugh
5 Plug-in Hybrid EV Myths Battery-Electric Purists Wish Were True
By John Goreham on
Some battery-electric vehicle fans are passionate about which green vehicle technology is “right” and which is “wrong.” Here are some of the myths they repeat in order to dismiss the effectiveness of plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles in meeting green car buyers’ needs.
Ford Bronco Modularity
The Ford Bronco Will Drive A Booming Aftermarket Industry Around Customization
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Two and four-door Ford Bronco was intentionally designed to be highly customizable. Modular design positions Bronco as the hub for a burgeoning aftermarket parts and customization industry to grow – and for customers to continuously reconfigure their Bronco well into the future.
2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback, pricing, specs, features
Subaru Forester And Outback Are The Best SUVs In Latest Loyalty Awards
By Denis Flierl on
Are Subaru customers loyal to the brand? Not as loyal as GM, but the 2021 Forester and Outback get top loyalty awards in their segments.
A Vehicle Owner Starts To Dig Out From A Blizzard
Ford Steps Up To Help Customers Impacted By Weather
By Marc Stern on
As it has done in the past, the Ford Motor Co. has stepped up to offer its customers impacted by the weather assistance. The automaker's disaster assistance program allows customers affected by the weather to delay a payment or two so things are a bit easier for them.
2021 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing
The 10 Most-Researched Cars - 2021 Subaru Outback Is Now Number 9
By Denis Flierl on
What are the most researched cars and SUVs? The 2021 Subaru Outback just made the top-10 list in 2021. Check out all the most popular vehicles here.
2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Lunar Rock overhead view profile view front end
10 Cool Accessories to Upgrade Your 2021 Toyota 4Runner
By Jeff Teague on
These nifty upgrades can improve looks and function for your Toyota 4Runner. How does our list compare with yours?
Tesla Full Self Driving
Elon Musk: Tesla Will Launch FSD Subscription In Q2, Might Be Clue For FSD Beta Wide Release
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk on Twitter has said Tesla will launch the FSD subscription service in Q2 2021. This might coincide with the wide release of the FSD beta currently only available for customers in Tesla's early access program.
2021 Jeep Wrangler with half doors
Why the Latest 2021 Jeep Wrangler Mopar Door Mod Will be a Hit
By Mary Conway on
Jeep and Mopar have come up with a brilliant idea to offer two different types of doors for the 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The doors can be delivered straight from the factory so they match perfectly. That way you can build the added cost into the price of the vehicle. Why didn't someone think of this sooner?
Image courtesy of Nissan
Nissan Wind Tunnel Test Surprise - Wheels Create One-Third of Vehicle Drag
By John Goreham on
Nissan lays out an interesting fact regarding vehicle drag. The body and frontal area have less to do with drag than you might think.
Toyota Prius battery block
Should I Replace My Battery Pack Or A Module In My Toyota Prius?
By Peter Neilson on
In a recent video with ToyotaJeff, we discuss replacing a module in a battery or the entire pack. Take a look at my thoughts on the subject.
Toyota Sienna AWD image by John Goreham
Here’s How Pro Testers Know If A Vehicle Is Good In Winter Ice and Snow
By John Goreham on
How the men and women who do winter vehicle testing determine if your favorite truck, car, crossover, or SUV is “good in the snow.”
2021 Subaru WRX STI, 2021 Subaru WRX, pricing, specs, features
New Build Your Own 2021 Subaru WRX And STI Configurator Is Now Live
By Denis Flierl on
The 2021 Subaru WRX and 2021 Subaru WRX STI configurator are now live. Which performance sedan is your best buy?
image courtesy of Toyota dealer's public webpage
Toyota Dealers Begin To Soften Prices On Hot RAV4 Prime PHEV
By John Goreham on
Toyota dealers gave the brand a black eye for jacking up prices of the new RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle above MSRP last year. The good news is that prices appear to be coming down to MSRP or below.
Tesla China President
Tesla China President Defends Vehicle Production Quality After Multiple Reported Issues
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla's president for Greater China Zhu Xiaotong gave an interview to China Liberation Daily and Shangguan news. In the interview, he discussed Tesla's quality assurance systems and a whole lot more.
2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback
The Best Brands - Why Subaru Fails To Score The Most Top Safety Awards This Year
By Denis Flierl on
Even though Subaru scores well and ties for the most IIHS safety awards, they still fall short of the best. See why the 2021 Forester, Outback, and Ascent score best, and the 2021 Crosstrek falls short.
2022 Subaru WRX, next-generation WRX
An Easy Way Subaru Could Offer A You A Hot Turbo Hatch Without Building 
One
By Denis Flierl on
Why doesn't Subaru bring back the WRX and STI hatchback? Here is how they could offer a hot new hatch without building one.
2009 Toyota Prius Hybrid Battery Nickel-Metal Hydride
Exclusive Look at Toyota Prius Hybrid Battery: Learn About Replacement Options (with Video)
By Jeff Teague on
Our hybrid expert explains how a Toyota hybrid battery works. Plus, learn about repair, replacement, and more.
2021-ford-lariat-f-150
Women's Car Of The Year Picks Winners; Ford F-150 Named Best Pickup
By Marc Stern on
Every year various groups of auto writers put their thinking caps on and then they go off and commune with the automotive gods to find out the "best cars of the year." Most of the jurors on these panels are men with a scattering of women. There is one "Car of the Year" award that defies this setup. It is the Women's Car of the Year Award crew. It is an entirely woman show.
2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback, pricing, specs, features
The Top-10 Cars Of 2021 - CR Says Subaru Forester And Outback Are Best-In-Class
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru of America has two of the top new vehicles in the U.S. for 2021. See why the 2021 Subaru Forester and 2021 Outback are among the 10 best cars of the year.
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