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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.

The stick shift knob of a namual-transmission 2026 Acura Integra A-Spec sports sedan
The 2026 Acura Integra A-Spec 6MT Is the Best Manual Transmission Sedan at $40K New - Call Me Wrong
By John Goreham on
Here’s a long list of reasons why the 2026 six-speed manual A-Spec Acura Integra is better than any other sedan you can name for about $40K.
2026 Nissan Sentra SR
I See Three Key Problems With The 2026 Nissan Sentra
By Dimitar Angelov on
The ninth-generation Sentra gets a few important upgrades, but Nissan could have gone the extra mile on a few fronts.
2026 Jeep Wrangler Moab 392
The 2026 Jeep Wrangler 392 is $20,000 Cheaper than the 2025, Here is What's Different
By Mary Conway on
The 2026 Jeep Wrangler Moab 392 is still pricey at $79,995 plus $1,995 destination. Jeep found a way to save true Jeep lovers some cash but keep all the performance.
Two 2023 Rivian R1S And Rivian R1T electric pickup trucks in forest green, photographed from front 3/4 view, featuring distinctive LED light bars and black wheels, parked in wooded setting.
Rivian R1T Driver Claims a BMW X3 Owner Told Him EVs Are “Impossible to Charge” and Require “Removing the Battery,” Forcing Him to Explain That His 420-Mile Truck Makes San Diego-to-Vegas Easily on a Single Charge
By Noah Washington on
A Rivian R1T owner was cornered in a Costco parking lot by a BMW driver who claimed EVs were "impossible to charge" and couldn't make it to Vegas.
2024 Toyota Prius Prime in silver, rear three-quarter view, featuring black alloy wheels and distinctive fastback design, parked under dealership canopy.
After a Year With the 2024 Toyota Prius Prime, Owner Says Its “Sports Car Acceleration” Can’t Make Up for Winter Power Loss, a Dead 12-Volt Battery, and a $2,000 Windshield Replacement
By Noah Washington on
A 2024 Prius Prime owner's review confirms the car has "sports car acceleration" but exposes its costly cold-weather Achilles' heel.
2020 Ram 1500
I Was Shocked When the Dealer Told Me $10K To Fix My Ram 1500 Limited’s Air Suspension, Lucky For Me I Got the Extended Warranty, $200 Out of Pocket, Where Do I Sign
By Denis Flierl on
A Ram 1500 Owner's $10,000 Shocker! Zo River faced a crippling "Immediate Air Suspension Service/Repair Required" error. The bill? $10,000! See how an extended warranty turned a nightmare repair into a $200 fix. Is your Ram covered? 
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
100K Mile Tesla Cybertruck Owner Reveals In Interview, “I Don’t Use FSD Much, Mostly Because I Text While Driving, I Don’t Need Two Women Nagging Me At Once”
By Denis Flierl on
100,000 Miles in a Tesla Cybertruck: How's it holding up? Check out the first owner to hit six digits. Hear about middle fingers, Model S Plaid loaners, and how the truck helped him practice air traffic control. Read the eye-opening interview!
Nissan Has Presented A Really Premium 2026 Murano Despite Having Its Back Up Against The Wall For The Last 2 Decades
Nissan Has Presented A Really Premium 2026 Murano Despite Having Its Back Up Against The Wall For The Last 2 Decades
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 Nissan Murano delivers one of the most surprisingly upscale cabins in its class, with a premium look and feel that instantly makes you forget just how much pressure Nissan has been under for the last two decades.
2025 Toyota Tacoma Off-Road
So, I Pre-Ordered a 2025 Toyota Tacoma Off-Road, and To Say This Whole Process Has Been One Big Frustrating Harang, Would Be An Understatement
By Denis Flierl on
Dan finally tracked down his dream Toyota Tacoma Off-Road, but it's missing the coveted swaybar disconnect. Is this "must-have" feature worth the hassle? He's dropping $54,500 for a truck with too many options. Why is the whole process one big hurang? 
2026 Lucid Gravity shown in three-quarter front view, driving on tree-lined road with distinctive LED lighting and aerodynamic wheels.
New Lucid Gravity Owner Says Its “Mind-Blowing” Ability to Hit 80 MPH With Every Window Down and No Buffeting Is a Feature Reviewers Missed, Despite Ongoing Soft-Close Door Failures
By Noah Washington on
A new Lucid Gravity owner found a mind-blowing feature that no reviewer ever mentioned. This discovery proves the anti-buffeting aerodynamic secret allows the driver to cruise at 80 MPH with every window down.
Black 2024 GMC Sierra HD pickup truck photographed from front quarter angle, featuring bold chrome grille, lifted suspension, and off-road tires, parked on desert highway with mountains behind.
2025 GMC Sierra Owner Says His New Diesel Gets “Shockingly Worse MPG” Than His 2020 Model, Dropping from 24 MPG Highway to 17, and from 15 MPG City to “Just 9 MPG” After Only 9,000 Miles
By Noah Washington on
A 2025 GMC Sierra 3500 AT4 owner is reeling after his brand-new diesel dropped from 24 MPG highway to a measly 17 MPG, and city driving fell to a shocking 9 MPG.
Chris Bowman's 2017 Ford F-150 EcoBoost
My F-150 Was In For Warranty Work, The Ford Dealer Snapped the Turbo Bolts Off Trying to Remove the Manifold, Now They Expect Me To Pay $1500 For a New Manifold
By Denis Flierl on
A Ford F-150 owner says the dealer botched a warranty repair, snapping turbo bolts inside the manifold. Now they want him to pay $1,500 for the new part. Is this standard practice, or a repair scam? What F-150 owners need to know about Ford service.  
2026 Toyota Grand Highlander
I’m Not Happy With My 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander’s Gas Mileage, I Have 2K Miles On It, and I’m Filling Up Every 3 Days, Wish I Could Afford the GH Hybrid
By Denis Flierl on
Just 2,050 miles in, this loyal Toyota owner is shocked at the fuel mileage. She's used to a Camry Hybrid, and the new Grand Highlander is draining the tank every 3-4 days. 87 and 91 top-tier gas—nothing helps! What tips can save her sanity and wallet?
Tesla's Flying Car
Peak Musk: Is the Flying Tesla a Revolution or a Rocket-Powered Ruse?
By Rob Enderle on
Elon Musk’s “flying car” is a brilliant marketing spectacle, likely a rocket-boosted Tesla Roadster, not a viable transport solution. Expect a wild prototype demo, but don’t expect to trade in your keys for a pilot’s license anytime soon.
Austin Arrow EV
The Austin Arrow Roadster - The EV for People Who Like Classic Cars But Hate Wrenches
By Rob Enderle on
The Austin Motor Company creates one of the most affordable and worthy EVs coming to market.
Alef Model A
The $300,000 Question: Is the Alef Model A Flying Car a Revolution or a Mirage?
By Rob Enderle on
Alef Aeronautics' $300K "Model A" flying car has thousands of low-cost preorders but faces immense regulatory and production hurdles. Its year-end delivery goal is highly unrealistic, and its "true" flying car design faces stiff, more focused competition.
Tesla Model C Price Advantage
Tesla's 'Model C' Dilemma: The People's Car or a Porsche 914 Mistake?
By Rob Enderle on
Torq News analyzes Tesla’s rumored $25,000 "Model C," predicting massive demand. The column questions if the cheap EV will unlock the mass market or dilute the premium brand, drawing parallels to the cautionary tale of the Porsche 914.
Tata Sierra 2
The Sierra's Second Coming: Can Tata's Iconic EV Redefine Its Dominance?
By Rob Enderle on
Tata Motors, a leader in India's EV market, is reviving the iconic Sierra SUV as a premium EV and ICE model. Launching in 2025-2026, the new Sierra blends 90s nostalgia with modern tech, but faces immense competition.
Aptera 2 In Purple
The Solar Phoenix: Why Aptera's Second Act Could Change the EV Game
By Rob Enderle on
Aptera Motors, a company that famously collapsed in 2011, is re-emerging as a serious contender in the EV space. Its radical, hyper-efficient 3-wheel solar EV is now on a validation assembly line, promising to be a game-changer for commuters.
Tesla Model 3 with rear quarter panel damage
Someone Hit My Tesla Model 3, but My Insurer Won’t Total It and Says It Must Be Categorized, Now I’m Facing a Huge Value Loss and Must Fight Them
By Chris Johnston on
A Tesla Model 3 case reveals how minor damage can trigger permanent value loss, but there are real ways to fight your insurance company.
2025 Chevy Silverado
My Chevrolet Salesperson Said I Should Get a GM Credit Card, Put My 2025 Silverado Truck Payment On It So I Can Collect Points, This Can’t Be a Thing
By Denis Flierl on
Chevy dealer suggests paying your truck with a GM credit card for points. Is this a genius hack or a sign the card benefits are worthless? Patrick on the owner's page is suspicious. What's the catch? What GM and Silverado owners need to know.
A Tesla Cybertruck is shown completely submerged in water in Ventura California
A Tesla Cybertruck Driven Into Saltwater and Submerged Was Recovered By an Exceptional Team of Experts - The Biggest Surprise Was What DIDN’T Happen Next
By John Goreham on
A Tesla Cybertruck was submerged in saltwater until a recovery team could pull it out. The final outcome was the biggest surprise of all to those involved.
2017 Ram 1500
I’m Losing Confidence In My 2017 RAM 1500 66K Miles In, I Have To Put In Between $7K-$11K To Fix It, and To Make Things Worse, Parts Are Over a Month Out
By Denis Flierl on
66K miles, $11K repair quotes! Is the 2017 RAM 1500 a high-mileage nightmare? One owner faces electrical ghosts, recurring manifold issues, and a slipping transmission. Dealers quote $7K-$11K with parts a month out. Is this bad luck or a common RAM curse?
2023 Toyota Tundra Limited Hybrid
My 2023 Toyota Tundra Limited Hybrid 30K In, Is On Radiator Number 2 and Now I Have a Limp Mode Warning, I Can't Even Depend On It To Take It Hunting
By Denis Flierl on
A 2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid owner has a lemon at 30k miles. After two radiators and now a hybrid malfunction and limp mode, he can't even trust it for hunting. He's bracing for the dealer to "wiggle out" of the fix. What Tundra owners need to know.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Broke Down In The Middle Of a Parade – He Adds, “I Was Blocking The Road, It Was Embarrassing. I Got Yelled At & Laughed At A Lot”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he was driving his truck in a parade when it suddenly shut down, blocking traffic. He explains that with no way to move, he sat there feeling embarrassed while people laughed and yelled at him.
2024 Kia EV6 GT in metallic silver, photographed at three-quarter front angle driving through desert landscape with Joshua trees at sunset.
I Drove My 2022 Kia EV6 Wind AWD On A 275-Mile Campus Tour From San Diego To Los Angeles And Back On A Single Charge, Arriving Home With Just 1% Battery And 3 Miles Of Range Remaining
By Noah Washington on
One EV6 owner drove 275 miles from San Diego to LA and back with four teenagers, ignoring the car’s warning that he would arrive five miles short.
2024 Honda Prologue in bright turquoise blue, front three-quarter view, showcasing sleek LED headlights and modern crossover design, parked on mountain overlook with pine trees and lake vista.
A 2025 Honda Prologue Driver Says Everything Was “Normal One Second” Before She “Suddenly Lost Control,” Crashed at 4,500 Miles, and Now Wonders If Reports of “Faulty Control Arms” or “Suspension Problems” Are Connected
By Noah Washington on
After a sudden, catastrophic loss of control, a new Honda Prologue owner woke up in the hospital and immediately began researching the cause.
2024 Rivian R1S electric SUV in forest green, shown from front 3/4 view, featuring distinctive vertical headlights, black wheels, driving on urban street beside modern building.
I Woke Up To "Critical Battery Issue" And "Electrical Hazard" Warnings On My 2023 Rivian R1S After Overnight Charging In Guatemala, And Rivian Support Says I Must Return To The United States For Service
By Noah Washington on
The R1S, built to conquer the wilderness, was defeated by a simple component failure 2,000 miles from the nearest service center.
2020 Chevy Silverado
My 2020 Chevy Silverado Is On Its 6th Torque Converter, I’m Shopping For a New Truck, But I Don’t Think Anything Manufactured Now Is Trustworthy Anymore
By Denis Flierl on
Six torque converters replaced on a 2020 Chevy Silverado? Owner Glenn McKinley says GM "chose not to defend their case against me." After constant repairs for minimal use, he's ditching the truck. Is GM manufacturing trust irreversibly broken?
The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid external view
I Am Reviewing The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid And Thinking The Crosstrek Is Such an Unremarkable Ubiquitous Vehicle for Some, But It's Absolutely Fantastic For What It Is
By Armen Hareyan on
The unexpected part about driving the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is realizing how its quiet capability and standard AWD make it stand out in a segment where most hybrids focus on MPG alone, and that discovery changes the whole story.
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