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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.

By Peter Neilson on
The number one selling Toyota Prius anti-theft protective shield is on sale now. Here is where you can get yours.
By Marc Stern on
Removing snow from your cars doesn't have to be a shattering experience if you do things right. The best way to work things out is slow down to speed up. Try the steps outlined in this article the next time you have to clean your car and things should be a lot easier.
By Denis Flierl on
What is the best oil for your new Subaru and how often should you change it? Here are tips to get the longest life from your engine.
By Dean McManis on
Toyota, Honda, and Hyundai all advertise that they are green automakers. But delays in showing new battery electric vehicles (BEVs) for customers to buy are raising questions about their real commitment to EVs. The main question coming up is this: are Asian automaker’s commitments to fuel cell vehicles slowing their entry into battery EVs?
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru brand is on the move with more changes on the way for the 2021 model year. See what’s coming for the 2021 Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, WRX STI, and BRZ.
By Eric Way on
I left my 2017 Chevy Bolt EV unplugged for two nights in freezing temperatures. Here's what I learned about its "vampire drain" and battery heating.
By Jeff Teague on
Having trouble deciding between the new 2020 Toyota Highlander gasoline and Hybrid versions? Here are a few tips to help.
By John Goreham on
Consumer Reports had data showing the Kia Niro EV was the most satisfying vehicle in the eyes of owners. Here is why the Tesla Model 3 topped the list instead.
By Peter Neilson on
Toyota is as innovative as ever. And now it's going to innovate with a Solid State Battery. Looking into the future as they did about 26 years ago, they have a new target, build a better battery. Here is what Toyota is investing in and why it is so important.
By Marc Stern on
The Ford Motor Co. has upgraded its 2020 Expedition into a very capable off-roader with the addition of the FX4 off-road package to the 2020 Ford Expedition Limited. The package includes many suspension and technology improvements.
By John Goreham on
Consumer Reports has just released its updated list of vehicles that owners report to be the most satisfying. Tesla simply owns this list.
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru brings you the 2020 Outback, Forester and Crosstrek, but their inaugural corporate report reveals why they are more than a car company.
By Armen Hareyan on
Nissan has made changes and new adjustments to the 2020 Titan truck making it up to date in the very competitive pickup truck segment. I read Nisan's 2020 Titan press kit, drove the 2020 Titan Platinum Reserve Crew Cab and here is what I saw.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Between Ford's partnership with Volkswagen and the response and publicity from the Mustang Mach E launch, it seems the writing is on the wall that Ford will produce a second version of the Mustang Mach E. This one would be smaller and built on a Volkswagen platform. But would it bare the Mustang name and badge as well?

By Eric Way on
A Chevy Bolt EV just drove across the country in just over three days with a solo driver relying exclusively on the public charging infrastructure. Let's look at this significant trip in detail.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Hallie Deegan made history when she became the first female driver to win a race in the ARCA racing series in 2018. As such, Ford Performance has signed the teenager to a development contract and will put her behind the wheel of their cars, including the Mustang GT4.
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru teases another hot hatchback you want but can’t have. See what Subaru is bringing to the Tokyo Auto Salon from STI.
By Marc Stern on
At last, pricing has been released for the Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid lineup. The lineup, which features batteries that are 13 times larger than other Escape hybrid models, includes four models from the SE to the top-of-the-line Titanium.
By Peter Neilson on
This is one of those times that I can say I told you so. As predicted Toyota is now recalling 2019 Toyota Prius for the instrument cluster going out. Here is what you need to know.
By John Goreham on
Rivian has had an amazing year. Let's take a look at who the most recent investors are and how much the company took in this year.
By John Goreham on
Elon Musk once planned to cash out Tesla investors at $420 per share. Those were gloomy times. Today, the future looks much brighter.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Performance-oriented Focus hatchback may get introduced as a 2021 model in the North American market if some rumors come to fruition. As such, the Focus, which is a darling and top seller in Europe, could re-emerge in the U.S. as an electrified, performance-oriented vehicle. Could an electrified Focus RS be the fastest hatchback that Ford has produced?
By Denis Flierl on
The Honda CR-V is the most-loved Honda in the stable. See why the compact SUV scores best in long-term satisfaction.
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru Outback and Forester models are most-loved by their owners. See why they score best in long-term satisfaction.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Mustang Marie is just one of the many vibrant, rising stars of the Mustang community. Women and millennials are an important part of preserving Mustang heritage and driving the future of America's muscle car.
By Patrick Rall on
Dodge doesn’t break out production numbers of individual models, but thanks to information posted online, it looks as though the company produced 6,700 examples of the Challenger Hellcat for the 2019 model year, 3,957 of which were 797-horsepower Redeyes.
By Eric Way on
For high mileage drivers who spend a lot of time on rural and partially maintained roads, replacing a cracked or damaged windshield is a fairly common. In this story, I'll share my experiences and costs replacing the windshield in my 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV.
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru is under fire again for faulty windshields in some of their vehicles. Does Subaru have a problem with 2017-2019 Forester, Outback and Legacy models?
By Denis Flierl on
All 2020 Subaru Outback, Forester, and Ascent models come standard with automatic emergency braking (AEB). Why doesn’t the 2020 Crosstrek, Impreza, and WRX?
By Marc Stern on
Ford has recalled 600,000 2006-2010 Fusion, Mercury Milan, and Lincoln MKZ midsized cars to fix a ABS problem. The ABS valve reacts with the brake fluid currently used in the vehicles and can significantly slow or stop the action of the ABS valve, leading to braking problems. So far, two injuries have been linked to the issue.