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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.

2025 Range Rover, BMW X5, Cadillac CTS
Top Mechanic Says 3 Popular Car Brands Are “Instant Money Pits” He Adds, “I’m Not Throwing Shade, But They Will Take a Serious Investment To Make It To 100K Miles”
By Denis Flierl on
"Some cars drain your bank account," warns a top tech. From melting plastic parts to engines dying at 60k miles, he reveals the brands requiring a "serious investment" just to reach 100k. Is your ride an "instant money pit"? See which brands to avoid.
2025 Polestar 4 electric SUV front view, minimalist Scandinavian design in desert setting
A Polestar 4 Owner Says He’s Facing a $29,168 Repair Bill After a 18% White Vinegar Spill Corroded Electronics, My Brakes “Were Completely Gone”, He Adds, “I Managed to Stop the Car Using the Gear on the Steering Wheel by Clicking P”
By Noah Washington on
A Polestar 4 owner is facing a nearly $30,000 repair bill after a routine trip to the garden center ended in a terrifying total brake failure.
Red Mazda CX-30 compact SUV driving on a scenic mountain road, front three-quarter exterior view
A Mazda CX-30 Owner Says His Speedometer Flipped Upside Down After Installing a New Battery He Adds, “I Tried Pulling Fuses and Factory Resets, but It Only Fixed Itself After Driving a Few Miles”
By Noah Washington on
A routine battery swap on a 2023 Mazda CX-30 Turbo turned into a viral mystery when the digital speedometer flipped completely upside down.
Tesla Cybertruck stainless steel electric pickup towing a large trailer on a highway at sunset
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says Professional Audio Measurements Show the Truck Has Nearly 10 dB Less Bass at 30 Hz Than a Model Y, He Adds, “My REW Analysis With a Calibrated Microphone Confirms the Cybertruck Lacks Low-End Bass”
By Noah Washington on
"Now I have proof," says one Cybertruck owner who used a calibrated MiniDSP microphone to debunk the bass claims often heard in early reviews.
2026 Jeep Wrangler 85th Anniversary Edition
Jeep Unveils 2026 Wrangler 85th Anniversary Edition for the Detroit Auto Show
By Mary Conway on
This is Jeep's third special edition as part of its yearlong Twelve 4 Twelve series. This "Heritage-inspired" anniversary package features plaid seats and the Wrangler's legendary capability.
Red 2026 Chevy Silverado EV Trail Boss with motorcycles in bed
Chevy Silverado EV No Longer Stocked at Local Dealers and Owner Afraid It’ll Be Cancelled Like the Ford F150 Lightning, Goes on to Say, “My Silverado EV Is the Best Vehicle I’ve Ever Owned, and I’m Sad That People Aren’t Giving It a Chance”
By Chris Johnston on
Chevy Silverado EV owners speak out as familiar warning signs begin to appear at local dealerships.
2026 Hyundai Kona Limited shown in ⁠Ultimate Red Metallic
In a Year of Testing, New England Motor Press Members Find 2026 Hyundai Kona To Be a Class Leader and Perfect For Shoppers Preferring Buttons and Knobs Instead of One Huge Screen
By John Goreham on
The New England Motor Press was blessed enough to test the Hyundai Kona Limited this past year for a long stretch. Here’s what members thought of it.
2023 Tesla Model Y
“I Got a 2023 Tesla Model Y Dual Motor For Christmas, and I’m Buying the $2K Boost Upgrade App to Increase the Speed by 0.6 Seconds - I Think It’s Worth It!”
By Denis Flierl on
A 0.6-second jump might sound small, but for Tesla fans, it’s a total game-changer. From a Christmas gift to a performance beast, see why this Model Y owner is dropping $2K for the "Acceleration Boost." Is shaving a split second worth the spend?
2025 Ford F-150 Lariat 3.5L
2025 Ford F-150 Lariat 3.5L Owner Says, “I Only Have 3K Miles On It, and If I Accelerate Hard, It Feels Like It’s Chugging, My Old 2015 F-150 EcoBoost Never Felt Like This”
By Denis Flierl on
Is the 2025 F-150 losing its edge? One owner’s new Lariat is “chugging” and hesitating at just 3K miles. "My 2015 never felt like this," he says. Is this a common 3.5L EcoBoost glitch or a major red flag? See what other owners are reporting.
Tesla Cybertruck custom interior with three front seats, black leather upholstery, and center front seat modification for large families
A Shop Owner Says It Added a Center Front Seat to a Tesla Cybertruck To Fit Four People, He Adds, “Nothing Money and Time Can’t Fix” After Designing a Bracket and Sourcing a Van Seat
By Noah Washington on
Six years after Tesla abandoned the Cybertruck’s front bench seat due to "safety and regulatory complexities," one shop owner has engineered their own solution to fit four kids.
Thermal camera image of a Toyota Tundra heated steering wheel showing uneven heat distribution, with hotter upper sections and cooler temperatures on the inner lower portion of the wheel.
A Toyota Tundra Owner Says a Thermal Camera Shows His Heated Steering Wheel Hits 114°F at the Top but Drops to 35°F on The Inner Underside, He Adds, “My Fingertips Freeze While the Palm of My Hand Cooks” After Seeing 100°F+ Hot Spots
By Noah Washington on
A 2024 Tundra owner’s thermal imaging revealed a staggering temperature disparity, with the top of the steering wheel hitting a toasty 114°F while the inner underside sat at a bone-chilling 35°F.
2026 Toyota Sienna XSE
Is Toyota Cheaping Out On The 2026 Sienna? Some Owners Seems To Think So, But The Issue Might Be In The Dealer
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota says the feature should be standard, but this owner does not have it on his 2026 Sienna XSE, raising a lot of questions.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Will Last 40 Years. He Adds, “Stainless Steel Exoskeletons, No Paint, No Rust, No Engine, No Transmission. It’s Built To Outlast The Gas Industry”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Cybertruck owners are sharing their optimistic expectations for how long their trucks will last. One owner says his truck could remain in working condition for the next 40 years. Another owner says he wants to be buried in his Cybertruck.
2017 Nissan Titan
2017 Nissan Titan Owner Says He’s Upgrading - “I Drove a GMC Sierra AT4 and Wasn’t Impressed, Toyota’s Tundra Engine Scares Me, So Now It’s the Ram Hemi Vs Hurricane”
By Denis Flierl on
One Titan owner’s hunt for a new rig is turning into a total brand showdown! From GMC letdowns to Toyota engine fears, Brian’s down to the ultimate Mopar face-off: Hemi vs. Hurricane. Which powerhouse wins the crown? Dive into the truck debate now!
2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Rubicon
Why Jeep is Canceling its Wrangler and Grand Cherokee 4xe Powertrains
By Mary Conway on
Jeep is dropping its entire 4xe lineup after a number of recalls and a shift toward more reliable hybrids.
2026 RAV4 Hybrid
“I Was Going To Trade My 2013 Honda Pilot With 253K Miles For a 2026 Toyota RAV4, But I Think I’ll Give Them Time To Get the Bugs Worked Out, and Hit the Resale Market”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2013 Honda Pilot owner has 253k miles, and was ready to swap it for a 2026 Toyota RAV4. But is the first year of a redesign worth the risk? He’s choosing reliability over novelty. Is waiting for the bugs to clear the best move right now?
2026 Toyota Tacoma
"I Discovered Why the 2026 Toyota Tacoma ‘Build & Price’ Is a Lie” - How Middlemen Are Geo-Blocking Your Favorite Trims
By Denis Flierl on
Ever build a 2026 Tacoma online only for the dealer to say it "doesn't exist"? I dug into the data and found the truth. You’re being geo-blocked. Middlemen are gatekeeping the best trims from your state. Here is the hidden map they don't want you to see.
A sporty, red 2026 Honda Prelude concept car with a black roof and black wheels, shown from the front three-quarter angle in a studio setting.
"Honda Built a Car for Nobody," Commenters React to Prelude's First-Month Sales Amid Dealer Markups and Management Choices That Could Stall New Sports Cars
By Noah Washington on
The 2026 Honda Prelude sold just 174 units in its first month as enthusiasts reject a car they've dubbed a "Civic Hybrid" wearing a nostalgia costume.
A head-on shot of a light blue 2025 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro with its distinctive LED light bar turned on, parked in a muddy, off-road environment.
A Toyota Tundra Shopper Says He Test Drove a 2024 Model One Day, Pulled Financing the Next – He Adds, “Then the Dealer Texted Me That Someone Else Drove It and the Engine Blew Up at 54,000 Miles”
By Noah Washington on
Think a new-generation Toyota is a safe bet? One buyer discovered the hard way that 54,000 miles is the "danger zone" for the 2024 Tundra’s twin-turbo V6.
A silver Tesla Cybertruck kicking up dust while driving at speed on a gravel road along a dramatic, rocky coastline.
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says After Driving a Foundation Series Loaner, He Found the Seats and Interior Quality Vastly Better Than His 2025 AWD – He Adds, “Had I Known, I Might Have Looked for a Used Foundation Series Instead”
By Noah Washington on
One 2025 Cybertruck AWD owner says he felt a "vast difference" in quality after driving a 2024 Foundation Series loaner, claiming the early model's seats were noticeably softer and more premium.
How EV Buyers and Investors Can Navigate the Market Now That BYD Has Overtaken Tesla as the World’s Top EV Seller
How EV Buyers and Investors Can Navigate the Market Now That BYD Has Overtaken Tesla as the World’s Top EV Seller
By Armen Hareyan on
BYD overtaking Tesla as the world’s top EV seller is an unexpected shakeup that could change how you buy or think about electric cars in the near future with three practical tips.
So I Again Had a Flat Tire While Test-Driving The 2025 Toyota 4Runner Hybrid Trailhunter
So I Again Had a Flat Tire While Test-Driving the 2025 Toyota 4Runner Hybrid Trailhunter, But It Also Showed Me Why This SUV Is Built for Real Life
By Armen Hareyan on
What started as an unexpected flat tire during my week with the 2025 Toyota 4Runner Hybrid Trailhunter turned into a real-world moment that revealed how this SUV handles problems, pressure, and everyday ownership in a way many rivals simply may not.
White Kia EV6 outside of owner’s home
My Kia EV6 Was Stolen Outside My House in Minutes Despite Key Being in a Pouch, Home Security Video Shows Thieves Used a New EV Theft Tactic
By Chris Johnston on
Even with the key secured in a Faraday box, thieves used a device seen on home security video that has many EV owners worried. Owner replaced his Kia EV6 and describes security upgrades to protect it.
Tesla Cybertruck
Cybertruck Owner Says Tesla Charged Him $270 to Diagnose a Simple Problem, He Adds, “My Other Cars, a Porsche, Range Rover, C8 Corvette, and Urus, All FREE of Charge”
By Denis Flierl on
Tesla charged this Cybertruck owner $270 just to look at a simple issue. His luxury fleet, a Range Rover, C8 Corvette, and Urus, all get diagnostic care for FREE. Is Tesla’s service model failing its biggest spenders? Read the full breakdown.
2025 Toyota Prius
“My 2025 Toyota Prius Has Had 6 Tire Punctures in 17K Miles, Replaced the Toyos With Goodyear, But My Mileage Took a Hit, But It’s Worth the Peace Of Mind”
By Denis Flierl on
Could your sleek new hybrid be hiding a costly secret beneath its fenders? One owner’s nightmare of six punctures in 17,000 miles reveals the shocking trade-off between the 2025 Toyota Prius’s stunning looks and its real-world durability.
A 2027 Chevrolet Bolt looks great in a preproduction form charging in public
These New 2027 Chevy Bolt "Spy Photos" Excite Us, But We Have One Concern
By John Goreham on
The New Chevrolet Bolt is exciting EV fans, and for good reason. Here’s an image and an explanation of why we predict the new Bolt will succeed wildly. However, one thing worries us.
2025 Toyota Tundra
2025 Toyota Tundra Owner Has 35-In Nittos… Zero Rub, and Loves the Truck, He Adds, “If It Wasn’t For These Metal Shavings Shredding My Main Bearing, I Would Drive This Truck For Years!”
By Denis Flierl on
35-inch Nittos, zero rub, and pure truck envy, until the engine tells a different story. This 2025 Tundra owner thought he had the perfect build, but metal shavings in the main bearing just changed everything. Is the Tundra dream dead or just delayed?
My Last Fabulous Ride in The 2026 Mazda CX-70 Turbo S Premium Plus Left Me With 2 Flat Tires, But The Vehicle Is More Premium Than Its Price
My Last Fabulous Ride in The 2026 Mazda CX-70 Turbo S Premium Plus Left Me With 2 Flat Tires, But The Vehicle Is More Premium Than Its Price
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected pothole that ended my final drive with two flat tires revealed more about the 2026 Mazda CX 70 Turbo S Premium Plus than a perfect week ever could and it left me questioning why this SUV feels so much more premium than its price suggests.
A Chevrolet Bolt in a briloiant red color is charging on a DC electric vehicle charger
It Took Over 100 Comments to Explain Charging to a Veteran EV Owner - Stop Making Complicated Excuses For EVs Failing in America When The Simple Reasons Are They Are a Hassle, and Public Charging Does Not Live Up To Its Promises
By John Goreham on
A veteran Chevy Bolt owner recently tried to charge the car at America’s very best DC charging network and had difficulty doing so. After asking for help, it took literally hundreds of comments to sort this mess out.
Lenovo Redefines Automotive AI At CES
CES 2026 - The Death of the Single-AI Car: Why Lenovo’s Qira Orchestration is the Most Disruptive Force at CES 2026 and How It Saves the Software-Defined Vehicle
By Rob Enderle on
By breaking the shackles of vendor lock-in, Lenovo’s Qira allows cars to dynamically choose the best AI models for safety and entertainment, creating a future-proof ecosystem that finally puts the driver first.
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