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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.

A Tesla Model Y exits a car wash tunnel looking sparkly clean
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Owners Agonize Over How To Wash Their Vehicles- Will the Paint Be Damaged By Automated Touch Car Washes Or Not?
By John Goreham on
One of the most commonly posted questions in Tesla clubs is how to wash the Model 3 and Model Y. Will automated washers damage the finish? Here’s what Tesla owners report and what many suggest doing.
A Tesla Cybertruck exits an automated car wash
Can The “Bulletproof” Uber-Rugged Tesla Cybertruck Pickup Withstand a Simple Automated Car Wash - What Owners Report Surprised Us
By John Goreham on
Tesla owners like to think of their Cybertruck as a rough-and-ready pickup truck. But can this beast with stainless steel skin be damaged by a simple car wash? The answers reported by owners were not uniform.
2026 Acura RSX EV SUV Vs 2026 Toyota C-HR EV SUV
2026 Toyota C-HR Vs 2026 Acura RSX: Battle of the Japanese EV SUVs
By Dimitar Angelov on
The two Japanese electric SUVs have big aspirations for the US Market, and here’s how they compare based on everything we know.
Kia EV6 owner in front of Kia service center
I Was Going to Buy a Tesla Model Y Until I Found That the Service Center Is Over Two Hours Away, So I Bought a Different EV Brand and Love It
By Chris Johnston on
The Tesla Model Y may be the best-selling car in the world, but these automakers lead in the number of service centers.
Image of a large glass moonroof by John Goreham
Toyota Camry Owner Hit With $22,520 Repair Bill From Dealer For His Panoramic Moonroof - How Can This Be Avoided?
By John Goreham on
The owner of a 2020 Toyota Camry is very unhappy when the moonroof of the sedan stopped working properly. He didn’t like either of the two solutions the dealer proposed. Perhaps we can find a better solution.
Silver Lucid Gravity electric SUV shown in dynamic three-quarter front view, kicking up dust while driving on dirt road, featuring distinctive LED lighting and roof rack.
One of the First People to See Lucid’s Next Sub $50k SUV Concept Says He Was “Completely Shocked,” Arguing Its Model Y–Sized Cabin and Full-Width Display Should Have Tesla Worried
By Noah Washington on
Leaked details on Lucid’s upcoming mid-size SUV, the "Earth," reveal a premium design that is Model Y-sized but feels far more roomy in the rear. Find out why this concept should have Tesla worried.
Silver 2026 Tesla Model Y electric SUV photographed from front three-quarter angle, driving on mountain road at dusk with dramatic cloudy sky.
Tesla Model Y Owner Says “I Get Honked At and Flipped Off” After 26,000 Miles with FSD, Calls Supercharger Network Excellent but Blames Elon Musk’s Reputation for Public Backlash
By Noah Washington on
After driving 26,000 miles in his Model Y, one owner is switching to Rivian, not because of the car, but because they're tired of the social hassle.
2026 Honda Pilot TrailSport in Platinum White Pearl, front three-quarter view, featuring black wheels, all-terrain tires, and rugged styling, parked on dirt trail in wooded setting.
2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Surprises Its Owner by Powering Through Trails Where “Most People Have to Hike,” Completing a 1,093-Mile Journey Across Extreme Elevation Changes at 22.7 MPG
By Noah Washington on
After trading a Cadillac XT4 for the Passport, one owner was shocked at the SUV's performance on Silver Canyon Road.
2025 Tesla Model X
My Tesla Model X Perihelix Wheels Have a Serious Design Flaw, I Can’t Remove the Aero Covers, If I Have A Blowout, I’m Toast On the Side Of the Road
By Denis Flierl on
A critical design flaw in the new Tesla X Perihelix wheels traps drivers! According to Coleton Guerin, the aero covers are impossible to remove, making roadside tire changes a nightmare. If you get a blowout, you're stuck! How could Tesla miss this?
Scout Traveller SUV and Scout Terra pickup truck to enter production in 2027
One Feature Of Scout's Upcoming SUV And Truck EVs Could Spell Trouble For Tesla
By Dimitar Angelov on
Scout Motors returns as the revitalized successor to the 1960s International Scout, and here's how it's going to steal clients from Tesla
Michelin X-ICE Snow SUV tires mounted to a Ford Bronco Sport Badlands
3 Surprises Swapping From All-Terrain Tires to Michelin X-ICE Snow SUV Winter Tires On a 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands, Read Our Initial Review Findings
By John Goreham on
We have just swapped out Falken WildPeak A/T3W all-terrain tires for Michelin X-ICE Snow SUV tires, and our initial drive leaves us with three surprise conclusions already.
Senior couple in front of their Toyota bZ4X electric vehicle
I’m 70 Years Old and Just Bought My First EV, I Love My Toyota BZ4X, but There Were Some Challenges
By Chris Johnston on
Why EVs like the Toyota bZ4X are winning over drivers in their 70s who thought they’d never go electric.
2024 Rivian R1S and screen graph
Ever Since We Got a KIA EV9, I’ve Been So Annoyed Whenever I Have to DC Fast Charge My Rivian R1S. It’s So Slow, It’s like Tesla Slow
By Denis Flierl on
The new KIA EV9 is a 200kW charging champion, hitting massive range in just 15 minutes! The Rivian R1S is "horrid," struggling to maintain speed even in cool weather, earning the dreaded "Tesla slow" label. What all EV owners need to know.
2025 Chevrolet Silverado
Chevy Dealer Quoted Me $799 For My Silverado Transmission Service, That’s Outrageous, But I Bit the Bullet and Had Them Do It Anyway If It Craps Out Later
By Denis Flierl on
A Chevy Silverado owner was quoted an "outrageous" dealer price for his 8-speed fluid change. But after learning about the special fluid and complexity, he still paid for it to protect his warranty. Was he right? What Chevy owners need to know.
2024 Toyota Land Cruiser in pearl white, front three-quarter view, featuring black wheels and trim, parked outside Southern Home Furniture store.
2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Owner Says “The Hybrid Gets Worse MPG Than My Hemi” After 500 Miles, But Praises the Ride, Handling, and Tech as “Worth the Switch” from His Ram 1500
By Noah Washington on
A new Land Cruiser owner was shocked to discover his hybrid got worse MPG than his old 5.7L Hemi truck, averaging 20 MPG on the return trip.
Three Tesla Model S sedans in deep blue metallic, parked side-by-side in a parking lot, showing front quarter views with distinctive LED headlights and chrome trim.
I Test Drove The 2026 Tesla Model S Long Range After Driving My 2015 Model S 70D For 125,000 Miles And Found Dramatically Improved Suspension, Acceleration, And Blind Spot Detection But Still Prefer My Old Portrait Screen Layout
By Noah Washington on
The new Model S introduces brilliant safety features like physical blind spot indicators, but the minimalist interface is frustrating veterans. This comparison reveals the stalk-less driving experience.
2023 Lexus RX500h
Another Recall For Toyota And Lexus Models Due To Faults With The Parking Assist Control Unit, Could Cause Accidents While Maneuvering
By Dimitar Angelov on
The service recall affects a massive number of vehicles, including Toyota, Lexus, and even Subaru.
2024 F-150 STX
My 2024 Ford F-150 2K Miles In, Has Had 8 Different Electrical Issues. Now, After 60 Days, 4 Dealers, and A Buyback, I’m Switching To a Ford Bronco
By Denis Flierl on
A dream truck became an 8-month nightmare of electrical chaos. After 60+ days in the shop and four dealers, Ford is buying back this brand-new F-150 under Lemon Law. Now, the toughest decision: stick with Ford's flagship or leap to a Bronco Badlands?
An image shows a great deal on tires - Buy one, get one free
Six Ways to Save Hundreds When You Buy New Tires - Never Pay Full Price
By John Goreham on
Fall is a very popular time to buy tires as winter weather threatens. Before you do something crazy like paying full price for tires, let us show you six easy ways to slash hundreds off the cost of new tires.
Gray GMC Sierra EV with black off-road wheels, lifted suspension, and custom front bumper parked on residential driveway in suburban setting.
My GMC Sierra EV Denali Is by Far the Best Decision I Have Made Regarding a Vehicle Purchase, Don’t Hesitate and Get Yourself One If You’re on the Fence
By Aram Krajekian on
It’s rare for a new truck to outperform expectations this dramatically, but one GMC Sierra EV Denali owner says his truck outdid its rated range by a wide margin. That's why he's calling this truck the best purchase among other reasons.
A silver Chevrolet Bolt EV is parked on a sandy beach under a clear blue sky with scattered clouds. The scene conveys a serene and eco-friendly vibe.
I Bought a 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV Brand New and It Has Been Fantastic After 59,000 Miles, But I’m Wondering If Getting Another 2022 EUV Premier at $25,000 Is a Good Deal
By Aram Krajekian on
After 59,000 trouble-free miles with his 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV, one owner is thinking of adding another to the family fleet. But the price of a low-mileage 2022 model has him questioning what a fair deal really looks like in today’s market.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Bought Two Cybertrucks (His & Hers) & Now Both Trucks Are Riddled With Problems After Only 3 Months
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner states, “My wife and I sold both of our Tesla Model Ys and purchased two Cybertrucks.” He further mentions, "Now, both Cybertrucks are experiencing numerous problems."
2025 Tesla Cybertruck with sharp edges
Cybertruck Owner Warns, “Tesla Better Do Something About These Sharp Edges, I’ve Sliced Both Fingers. If My Kid Gets Cut, We’re Going To Have Big Problems, TRUST Me”
By Denis Flierl on
Ouch! Cybertruck's sharp edges are drawing blood! A Cybertruck owner's warning: Sliced fingers are bad, but if a kid gets hurt, "we're going to have big problems." Is Tesla's unique design a safety hazard? What should they do?
Interior of a Porsche Cayenne showing dashboard with touch screens
You Can’t Just Copy Tesla, with the Cayenne, Porsche Learns the Hard Way That You Have to do The Difficult Design Work
By Chris Johnston on
Tesla perfected the software-defined car, while the Porsche Cayenne proved that not every brand can copy the same formula.
2024 Toyota Tundra Capstone
Toyota Expands The Recall For The 3.4-liter Twin-Turbo V-6 Due To More Vehicles Potentially Being Affected, And It May Just Be The Start
By Dimitar Angelov on
The recall affects over 127,000 additional vehicles, including the Lexus GX550, which was previously exempt from the recall.
Red 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric sedan parked at charging station in Joshua Tree desert, mountains visible, three-quarter front view.
I Drove My Hyundai Ioniq 6 On A 302-Mile Round Trip With Excellent Efficiency, Testing Both Rivian's 800V Ultra-Fast Chargers And My New NACS Adapter For Tesla Superchargers
By Noah Washington on
A driver pushed his Ioniq 6 to Joshua Tree, using both Rivian's 800V charger and his new NACS adapter for Tesla Superchargers.
2024 Audi Q6 e-tron in metallic gray, front three-quarter view, driving on winding mountain road with distinctive LED headlights and large octagonal grille.
After Driving a Rivian R1T, Audi Q6 e-tron Owner Says “The Difference Was Night and Day”, Praises Audi’s Quietness but Calls Rivian’s Software the Clear Winner
By Noah Washington on
A Q6 owner’s test drive confirmed the EV truck drives like a truck, but exposed a massive technological flaw. Find out why software is the Q6's Achilles' heel, lacking a simple feature like sharing battery data with CarPlay.
2025 Toyota Land Cruiser offroading
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Owners Report New Issues With The Driver's Side Mirror, Dealer Calls It "Normal"
By Dimitar Angelov on
The issue isn't widespread yet, but it is not an isolated case, and it is a potential safety hazard for Toyota Land Cruiser drivers.
Dylan's new Jeep Rubicon 4XE reimagined
Purchased My Jeep Rubicon 4XE Two Weeks Ago, Went Back To The Dealer The Following Week Due To an Oil Cooler Leaking, And Then The 68C Recall
By Armen Hareyan on
What happens when a brand-new Jeep Rubicon 4XE faces an oil cooler leak and a shocking 68C recall within two weeks is an unexpected twist every owner needs to read about.
2023 Rivian R1T electric pickup truck and 2023 Rivian R1S in forest green and dark blue, photographed from front 3/4 view, featuring distinctive LED light bars and black wheels, parked in wooded setting.
After 2.5 Years With My Rivian R1S, I Took It on a 3,000-Mile Road Trip, Tesla’s Charging Network Was Incredible, But One Nerve-Racking Low-Battery Scare Nearly Cut It Short
By Noah Washington on
After 2.5 years, one R1S owner drove 3,000 miles across the American West, finding the journey nearly flawless, except for one stop.
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