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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.

Jeep Three Speed Patent
Shifting Gears in the Electric Era: Jeep's Three-Speed Automatic and the Future of Off-Road EVs
By Rob Enderle on
Jeep's new three-speed automatic transmission for EVs is a game-changer, promising improved performance and battery life, and crucially, enhancing off-road capability beyond what current EV transmissions offer, uniquely positioning Jeep for the future.
Exterior photo of 3rd generation blue Nissan LEAF three quarter view
The New Nissan LEAF Fixed My Biggest Gripes and Might Finally Win Me Back
By Chris Johnston on
The latest Nissan LEAF has sparked reactions across social media, and for good reason.
Glossy red car panel with reflective surface and door seam close-up
I Turned Off My Rivian’s Motion Camera for the First Time, And Of Course That’s When Someone Damages My Door
By Aram Krajekian on
This owner just wanted to save a little battery on her Rivian while camping, but what happened the moment she got back to a hotel says everything about how unpredictable life can be.
Line graph showing US electric vehicle market share dropping from 8.1% to 6.9% between 2021 and 2024
Tesla Helps U.S. EV Market Maintain 7% Share in May Despite Diminishing Electric Vehicle Momentum
By John Goreham on
Electric vehicle market share in the U.S. has dropped by over a percentage point since its prior highs. Here is why EV share has declined, and which brands are seeing losses and which gains.
Consumer Reports Recommended Compact SUVs with Safety Features
Compact SUVs from $25,000 to $35,000 With Standard Active Safety Systems You Will Want
By Timothy Boyer on
These subcompact and compact SUVs, Consumer Reports says, are high performers that will keep you safe with active safety systems that come standard in their recommended choices for consumers.
Tesla Cybertruck with open tailgate, loaded with stacked stone pavers in residential setting
I’m Blown Away by How My Tesla Cybertruck Handled This Load, I Carried 2,700 lbs in the Bed and 400 More in the Frunk, And It Leveled Instantly With Barely Any Range Loss
By Aram Krajekian on
Some still say the Cybertruck isn’t a real truck, but after seeing it haul over 3,000 pounds, auto-level, and barely lose any range, many might start to see it differently.
A green electric Hummer EV drives through a scenic, hilly landscape with a driver visible, showcasing its rugged design.
I Leased a Hummer EV Because I Always Wanted an H2, Seven Months Later, It's the Only Car Out of 80 I've Owned That Gives Me Anxiety Every Single Day
By Noah Washington on
Owning 80 cars never phased him, but his Hummer EV has changed everything. He reveals why this electric juggernaut gives him "anxiety 100% of the time."
Toyota EPU Concept
Toyota And Subaru's Compact Truck Is A Money-Printing Formula, And It Will Likely Arrive In The US
By Dimitar Angelov on
The latest rumors paint a Subaru Brat as an electric twin to the soon-to-return Toyota Stout light pickup truck.
Vintage 1960s scene of classic car at gas station with retro fuel pump and stylish driver
Gas Costs the Same During President Trump’s Second Term Today As During President Johnson’s Term in 1965 When You Adjust For Inflation - Here’s the Simple Math
By John Goreham on
The cost of gasoline is the same today as it was in the heyday of American gas-guzzling muscle cars in the late 1950s and 1960s. Let’s look at what this means for American vehicle choices.
Tesla Model 3 FSD
I Blew My Grandpa’s Mind When I Showed Him My Tesla Model 3’s FSD, He Said, “This is Unreal, This Is Crazy Steven”
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine an 80-year-old grandpa riding in a Tesla Model 3 for the first time. His grandson is an avid Tesla owner and wants to show his grandfather the car's new technology. When he activates FSD, his mind is blown. 
2020 Ram Bighorn 1500
My 2020 Ram Bighorn 1500 Has Been to the Dealer So Many Times I Can’t Remember. They Still Haven’t Fixed the Problem, I’m Done With this Truck
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine taking your Ram truck to the dealer more times than you can count. The dealer either can't or doesn't want to fix a problem that keeps recurring. This is what Alicia is dealing with. Check out her amazing story and what Ram owners need to know. 
Flat tire with visible wheel rim damage and puncture, showing tire sidewall and alloy wheel details
I’m So Glad My 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Came With a Spare Tire Because Fix-a-Flat Or a Tire Mobility Kit Would Not Have Saved Me In This Tire Damage Situation
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase 2023 Ford Bronco Sport owner M.A., who counted his blessings after a huge hole took out his tire. Is this a good reminder that spare tires serve a useful purpose?
White Ford Explorer with black accents and wheels parked on suburban street with trees and grass
My Used 2022 Ford Explorer ST Is Jerking So Bad When I Drive, And What’s Worse Is I Just Bought It an Hour Ago
By Aram Krajekian on
Certified pre-owned should mean peace of mind, but this Explorer ST barely made it through its first drive. What happened next, and how the dealer responded, raises bigger questions about trust and accountability.
Image of EV driver at beach in front of out-of-service charger
Everyone Warns About Range Anxiety, But This Is What Actually Ruined My Nissan LEAF Trip
By Chris Johnston on
It's not range anxiety, it's charger anxiety. A Nissan Leaf, a full charger, and a summer traffic jam reveal the deeper problem EV owners are facing at summertime destinations.
Traditionally Made in America Ford Models with Incentive Deals
Best of the 2025 New-Car Deals for the 4th of July Holiday Recommended by Consumer Reports
By Timothy Boyer on
The best new car deals this 4th of July that car shoppers need to know about on the 2025 models offered with money-saving incentives that start right now before the holiday.
Image the three GMC Sierra EV trim levels - Elevation, AT4, and Denali
For Four Straight Months Now I Have Had My GMC Sierra EV Into The Dealership For The Dreaded “Service High Voltage System” So I’ve Initiated The Buyback From GM
By Chris Johnston on
Why some GMC Sierra EV owners are delighted while others face frustration.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says a Corrupted Firmware Update Has Been Preventing His Truck From Shutting Down For 3 Months – Adds “It’s Parked at the Airport & Loses 10% Battery Every Day”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reports that a faulty firmware update has prevented his truck from shutting down properly for three months. He discovered this issue after leaving his truck at the airport, where it lost 160 miles of range in just a few days.
I Owned All Kinds of EV Trucks Ranging From Rivian to a GMC Sierra EV, But It Was the Ford F-150 Lightning I Ended Up Coming Back To Because of Its Ride Quality
I Owned All Kinds of EV Trucks Ranging From Rivian to a GMC Sierra EV, But It Was the Ford F-150 Lightning I Ended Up Coming Back To Because of Its Ride Quality
By Aram Krajekian on
This owner drove three of the top electric trucks across the country, but what made him circle back to the Ford F-150 Lightning says a lot about what really matters in an EV truck.
A sleek white Kia electric SUV driving on a desert road, showcasing its modern design and aerodynamic features under a clear sky.
I Took My Kia EV9 900 Miles From Ohio to Alabama, Here's Who Gets EV Charging Right and Who's Losing Customers Over Missing Chargers
By Noah Washington on
Hotels are missing out! After a 900-mile road trip in his Kia EV9, one owner discovered which businesses are capitalizing on EV charging and which are letting money drive away.
A black Ford F-150 truck and a white Ford Transit van parked in a snowy area near a wooden building, with charging stations visible.
I'm Beta Testing Worksport's New Solar Bed Cover on My F-150 Lightning, It Generates Power But Can't Charge My Truck Yet, So I Use a Portable Battery Instead
By Noah Washington on
Imagine charging your F-150 Lightning just by parking in the sun. This beta tester reveals Worksport's new solar bed cover is making that a reality, even if it requires a portable battery (for now).
2022 GMC Sierra AT4
I Was Scammed On Facebook Marketplace. I Paid Cash For a 2022 GMC Sierra and Found It Had a Fake VIN, Now I’m out $27K, and the Truck
By Denis Flierl on
Is Facebook Marketplace a good place to buy a vehicle? It can be, but as Carolyn found out, some sellers will lie and take your money. Now she is out $27,000 and can't drive her 2022 GMC Sierra. Here is her story, along with a warning for car buyers. 
2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X
After All of the Hype About the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, the 2026 ZR1X is the Incredible Corvette No One Saw Coming
By Mary Conway on
Chevrolet quietly announced a new hypercar with 1,250 horsepower. It is the stunning cross between the ZR1 and a hybrid power train.
2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite on dirt roads is brilliant
Reviewers and Shoppers Are Calling the US-Built 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport “Perfect,” And Here’s Why So Many People Are Excited About This New Full-Size SUV
By John Goreham on
We’ve just tested what some are calling the “Perfect SUV.” Before you jump to disagree, let’s look at what the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport has to offer.
Recommended Used Toyota and Honda Models with ESC Safety Feature
Best Used Cars and SUVs for Less Than $5,000 With This Essential Safety Feature You Can’t Live Without
By Timothy Boyer on
You can find used Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Mazda models for less than $5,000 that have strong reliability and performed well in Consumer Reports' tests, which include this critical safety feature.
A silver Tesla Model Y parked by a historic building along a waterfront, with a bridge and misty hills in the background.
I Tried Tesla's 48-Hour FSD Test Drive in a Model Y After Years of Skepticism, Three Hours of City Streets and Highways Left Me Speechless and Ready to Buy
By Noah Washington on
From skeptic to believer… After experiencing Tesla's 48-hour FSD test drive in a Model Y, this driver declares it has "fundamentally changed" his perception of automobiles.
A sleek green electric SUV drives past modern buildings, showcasing its distinctive design and eco-friendly appeal.
I Switched From My 2020 Tesla Model X to a 2025 Rivian R1S After 5 Years, Tesla's Software Beats Rivian, My Model X HV Battery Had To Be Replaced Three Times
By Noah Washington on
He loved his Tesla Model X's software, but after 5 years and three HV battery replacements, this owner switched to a 2025 Rivian R1S.
I’m Seeing Dealers Push Used 2025 Toyota 4Runner Prices Past $70K, At This Point the Markups Are Just Laughable
I’m Seeing Dealers Push Used 2025 Toyota 4Runner Prices Past $70K, At This Point the Markups Are Just Laughable
By Aram Krajekian on
The sixth-gen 4Runner just hit the road, but prices on used ones are already heading into wild territory, and not the kind it was built for.
I Bought My Chevy Blazer EV SS a Month Ago, and My Wife Loved It So Much We Went Back for Another One Weeks Later
I Bought My Chevy Blazer EV SS a Month Ago, and My Wife Loved It So Much We Went Back for Another One Weeks Later
By Aram Krajekian on
It all started with a Blazer SS, but what made them go back for a second says everything about where the Chevy Blazer’s reputation is heading.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Brakes Caught on Fire – Adds “I Parked After a 10-Mile Drive & A Guy Was Pounding on My Window Saying I’m on Fire, There Was Smoke & Orange Flame”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reports that he pulled into a parking spot and a man started banging on his window, shouting that the truck was on fire. He stepped out immediately and saw smoke pouring from the wheel wells, and the brake was on fire.
2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63
Mercedes-Benz Dealer Says, “We Screwed Up” After Loading $350K AMG G 63 On Wrong Transport Truck, Never To Be Seen Again
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine making a $350,000 mistake at your job. If you did, what do you think your employer would do? See what happens when a Mercedes-Benz GM finds out his dealership loaded a $350,000 AMG G 63 on the wrong transport truck. Check out the bizarre story.
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