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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.

2021 Toyota RAV4
RAV4 Owner Says, “I’ve Had 2 Toyota Dealers and an Independent Toyota Shop Change the Oil in My 2021 RAV4 and 3 Times Now They’ve Overfilled It"
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota RAV4 owner is frustrated with overfilled oil. Has it happened to you? I'll break down why it happens to your RAV4, the serious risks involved, and give solutions every car owner needs to know. Don't let a simple mistake damage your engine.
A white Lucid Air Touring with significant front-end damage, including a missing bumper and exposed internal components, is parked on a city street during daylight.
My Lucid Air Touring Only Felt a Bump During a Crash While the Other Car Flipped Over, So I’ll Be Buying Another Lucid Immediately If My Car Is Totaled
By Aram Krajekian on
You never expect to measure your car’s worth by how it protects you in a crash, but this Lucid Air Touring owner is doubling down on its safety by ordering another one.
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra N
Seven Days Later I Realized How The 2025 Hyundai Elantra N Doubles As a Sensible Daily
By Armen Hareyan on
What surprised me most about the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N wasn’t its speed or handling but how unexpectedly easy it was to live with as a daily driver.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says the Insurance Agent Who Quoted Him $400/Month Got Fired for Underquoting, and State Farm Is Doubling His Premium to $800/Month
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that State Farm insurance is doubling his rate out of the blue. He adds that initially, he was quoted $400/month; however, the insurance agent who gave him this rate was let go, and now State Farm is asking for $800/month.
White Ram 1500 Limited parked outdoors, showcasing a shiny chrome grille and alloy wheels. The setting is a car lot with trees and blue sky in the background.
I Couldn’t Drive My 2021 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel for More Than 3 Days Without Issues, But the Dealer Made It Right and Now My 2025 Ram 1500 Limited Has Taken Me 2,000 Trouble-Free Miles
By Aram Krajekian on
When a Ram 1500 risks losing your trust in the brand, sometimes all it takes is one bold move from the dealer to turn everything around.
Electric vehicle owners suffer frustrating 12-volt battery failures and AAA can help
12 Volt Battery Failures Are Driving Electric Vehicle Owners Crazy - I Asked My Dealer to Change the Battery, but They Denied the Request and It Has Now Died 7 Times in Two Weeks
By John Goreham on
12V batteries in pricey battery-electric vehicles are failing, and causing quite a stir among EV owners. We provide some examples of the issues owners face and explain why EVs never have alternator failures.
Bridgestone tire on a Tesla Model Y
Tire Store Says My Tesla Model Y’s New Tires Will Only Last 20,000 Miles, not 50,000 Miles as Rated
By Chris Johnston on
I love the way my Tesla Model Y launches, my tires do not share the feeling.
2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid
I Went Into the Dealer Looking For a 2024 Honda CR-V Gas Model, and I Left With a 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid Sport
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Honda CR-V shopper's plan changes in a big way. One owner's journey from gas to Hybrid reveals a powerful trend reshaping the auto industry. Find out why more and more buyers are making the switch, and what it means for your next car purchase.
2022 Chevrolet Siverado ZR2
Chevy Silverado Owner Says, “I See All the Negative About the GM 6.2L V8, Well, I’ve Had No Problems With My 2022, 43K In, It Passed the Recall Test With No Issues
By Denis Flierl on
Don't believe all the negativity about the GM 6.2L V8. One Silverado owner with 43,000 miles is offering hope and a different perspective. Get the full story on why this engine might be more reliable than you think. Find out how to protect your truck.
Tesla Model Y driving next to an electric light rail train
I Did Basic Energy Checking And Found That Driving My Tesla Model Y to the Ball Game Has Less Environment Impact Than Taking the Subway
By Chris Johnston on
Tesla Model Y versus the train, one trip’s data collides with assumptions about what is best for the city.
Close-up of a Chevrolet Silverado hood with "Allison Transmission" and "Duramax" in shiny silver letters on a black accent, conveying strength and durability.
I’m Sickened I Paid Cash for a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado Duramax, It Has Been Sitting Broken at the Dealer for 62 Days Now
By Aram Krajekian on
A truck meant to symbolize reliability now sits untouched for two months, and it has left this Chevy Silverado owner with a bad taste in his mouth.
A row of silver Tesla Model Y's parked in a lot, showcasing their aerodynamic design and glossy finish under clear blue skies.
My 2026 Tesla Model Y’s FSD Crossed Several Lanes and Hit Divider Posts at 65 MPH, Just 900 Miles Into Ownership
By Aram Krajekian on
When advanced technology on the newest Tesla Model Y slips for even a moment, it can turn confidence into doubt. And when that doubt comes at highway speed, the results can’t be ignored.
A gray electric car drives on a highway near an overpass at dusk.
My Tesla Model 3 Has Been Stuck At A French Service Center For Over 2 Months Waiting For A Battery Replacement, With No Loaner Car Or Compensation From Tesla
By Noah Washington on
When a warranty-covered battery failed on a cross-country trip, a Model 3 owner found themselves grounded without a loaner or compensation.
A silver SUV parked at a forest campsite with trees and a picnic table nearby.
I Finally Got My Kia EV9 Back From The Service Department After A Month Of Connection Issues, But The Brake Lights Still Stay On Randomly Even When The Car Is Off
By Noah Washington on
Your Kia EV9 might be a dream on the road, but what about when it's parked? Discover the strange glitch that is making a stunning Road Rider brown EV9's brake lights turn on at random.
Image shows a Ford F-250 in blue and silver against a backdrop of a wooded area.
When I Try to Sell or Trade My $80,000 Ford F-Series Truck, I Am Offered $10K Less Than I Owe On It - Should I Just Let It Be Repossessed? Dave Ramsey’s Hack Is Genius
By John Goreham on
This Ford F-250 owner is in a financial jam. Her F-Series truck is currently valued at about $10K to $20K less than she owes on it. Out of desperation, she was considering letting it be repo’d. Here’s the smart solution.
2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
I Love My 2025 Toyota RAV4, But It Took $600 In Mods To Make It Stand Out From All the Other Boring RAVs On the Road
By Denis Flierl on
Gavin Mikkelson's 2025 RAV4 Hybrid XLE was great, but it was just like all the others. With just $600 in mods, he transformed his ride from "boring" to unique. See his simple upgrades that made a big difference. 
Tesla Cybertruck
A Cybertruck Owner Says Tesla Engineers Are Puzzled by the Multiple Failures He’s Experienced With His Truck – Adds, “Tesla Engineers Have Shipped the Faulty Component Back to Headquarters For Deeper Analysis”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he’s now on his third off-road lightbar after the first two failed, and one flew off in the middle of the highway. Tesla engineers, puzzled by the multiple failures, have sent the faulty components back to headquarters.
2025 Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y Owner Says, “It Feels Good to Finally Get My First EV. I Had a Scat Pack, the Performance Difference is Night and Day, I’m in Awe Every Time I Drive It"
By Denis Flierl on
A life-threatening hydroplaning crash in his Dodge Scat Pack led Joe Epps to trade muscle for electric. He's now "in awe" of his new Tesla Model Y, which he says has a "night and day" performance difference. Here is what performance fans need to know. 
Silver electric car parked on a street beside a modern building with textured walls.
I Couldn't Charge My 2025 Kia EV6 At Any iONNA Station Until I Discovered The Hidden Setting That Was Blocking The 257kW Fast Charging Connection
By Noah Washington on
Why was this Kia EV6 owner stranded at a fast-charging station, despite having a 'convenience' setting activated? Find out how a hidden toggle can stand between you and a full battery,
White GMC pickup truck parked on a rocky hilltop at sunset with mountains in background.
I Installed Bridgestone Blizzak Winter Tires On My 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali And Lost 10% Of My Driving Range, But BC Mountain Roads Demand Three-Peak Snowflake Rating
By Noah Washington on
A GMC Sierra EV owner's decision to install Bridgestone Blizzak winter tires came with a surprising price tag, a 10% hit to their driving range.
2025 GMC Sierra Denali EV
I Just Picked Up the First EV of My Life Today. I Bought the Max Range GMC Sierra Denali, But Now I’m Feeling a Bit Of Anxiety Never Owning an EV Before
By Denis Flierl on
An EV novice shares his anxiety about his new 2025 GMC Sierra Denali. Will he overcome range worries and charging questions? This report dives into the journey of first-time EV owners. Here is what all new EV buyers need to know. 
2025 Toyota Tacoma
Toyota Tacoma Owner Says, “It Never Fails, Every Time I Go to the Dealer For Maintenance They Scratch My New Wheels With No Consideration For My Truck
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Tacoma owner says the dealer scratched his new wheels with an impact wrench. It's a common problem. I've got a three-step strategy to protect your truck's finish and ensure they use a torque wrench. Your wheels will thank you for it!
A white sedan parked on a street beside a corrugated metal building and greenery.
I Downsized My Hyundai Ioniq 6 Wheels From 20 To 17 Inches And Gained 20% More Efficiency After Just 500 Miles Of Driving
By Noah Washington on
A Hyundai Ioniq 6 owner discovered a simple secret to boosting his EV's range: by downsizing his wheels, he gained an incredible 20% more efficiency in just a matter of weeks.
Blue Toyota SUV parked on a road at sunset, mountains visible in the background.
I Created A Spreadsheet Of Every Toyota Land Cruiser For Sale Nationwide And Found My Exact Trail Dust/Java Spec For $5,000 Under MSRP By Shopping East Coast Dealers
By Noah Washington on
This buyer's search for a Toyota Land Cruiser became a masterclass in data-driven negotiation, proving that spreadsheets and a willingness to ship your car are the new keys to unlocking an incredible deal.
2020 Honda CR-V
My Honda CR-V’s Brakes Suddenly Slammed On, and the Car Wouldn’t Move, Everyone Told Me To Get A Honda, Because They’re Great Cars, I Totally Disagree
By Denis Flierl on
A 2020 Honda CR-V owner's nightmare: sudden brake failure, a tow truck debacle, and a frustrating fight with Honda Care. Why is Kelly left with a car she's scared to drive? I'm breaking down this frustrating story and sharing advice for all Honda owners.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Buyer Says His Truck’s High-Voltage Battery Failed Before Delivery. Adds, “It’s Been Two Months Since I Ordered The Cybertruck, but It’s Still in Service”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he’s been waiting weeks for his truck to get a new battery pack, even though he hasn't taken delivery yet. Making things more confusing, he adds that he has received the title for the Cybertruck, which he hasn’t even seen.
Cops Called for Charging My EV at Night
Cops Called for Charging My Chevy Equinox EV at Night
By Chris Johnston on
Charging my Chevy Equinox EV after hours exposed a problem apps don’t warn you about. See how it affects renters and shift workers, and a surprising trend that will help to fix the problem.
2021 Tesla Plaid S
I Just Got a 2021 Tesla Plaid S With 40K Miles, At First It Felt Like It Was Going To Rip My Face Off, Now It Has the Same Power as My Wife's Model 3 P
By Denis Flierl on
Austin's new Tesla Model S Plaid feels slower than his wife's Model 3 Performance. With 40,000 miles, the once face-ripping acceleration is gone. He's ruled out tire issues, but what could be the cause of this mysterious power loss?
2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
I Was Loaned a 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid On a Trip From VA to FL, I Was So Impressed with the 41 MPG That I’m Selling My Subaru Outback
By Denis Flierl on
Curious about the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's fuel efficiency? A driver shares their surprising road trip results: 41.1 mpg with bikes on a hitch rack! He's so impressed, he's selling their Subaru. Is this mileage normal? You'll have to read more to find out.
Incentives and Overall Scores Make these CR Recommendations the Best Deals Right Now
The Best SUV Deals Available Right Now
By Timothy Boyer on
If you've been waiting for the right moment to buy a new SUV, this month Consumer Reports brings some opportunities worth a close look.
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