Automotive News (Page 79)

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 Cybertruck Owner Says He’s Blowing Past His 1.28 Terabyte Data Cap After Buying the Truck – Adds, “The Internet Spikes Coincide With Cybertruck Updates”

By Tinsae Aregay on March 19, 2025 - 9:17AM

A Cybertruck owner reports that his truck sent and received 940 gigabytes of data in just one month, causing him to exceed his 1.28 terabyte internet cap. Interestingly, he notes that his wife’s Model 3 used only 2.5 GB of data during the same time frame.

I Bought The Most Controversial Truck In America, And These Are My Cybertruck's Honest First Impressions

By Noah Washington on March 19, 2025 - 9:14AM

The Tesla Cybertruck has finally landed in owners' driveways, and as a new owner myself, I understand why it's the most talked-about vehicle in America.

I Won’t Ever Buy A Tesla Again, We Moved to An Apartment, It Takes Too Long To Charge, and Now Our New Model 3 Sits Most Of the Time

By Denis Flierl on March 19, 2025 - 8:31AM

Priscilla says, here is why you should never buy a Tesla. She makes an excellent point for Tesla and EV buyers to think about. Should you buy an electric vehicle? It's not always a good choice. Here is what all Tesla and EV buyers need to know.

My Hummer EV's Suspension Is Unstable Since Installing 38-inch Tires, And I Can't Find a Fix

By Noah Washington on March 19, 2025 - 8:08AM

After installing 38-inch tires on my GMC Hummer EV, I discovered that modifying these electric titans isn't as straightforward as upgrading traditional trucks.

The 2025 Kia K4 GT-Line, reviewed by Torque News

The 2025 Kia K4 Is The Kind of Car That Used To Be The Bread-and-Butter For Companies Like GM

By Armen Hareyan on March 18, 2025 - 11:49PM

The 2025 Kia K4 is shaking up the compact sedan market with stunning Stinger-inspired styling, cutting-edge tech, and an unbeatable warranty. In this review of the 2025 Kiat K4 GT let's find out if it’s the perfect blend of value and performance for you.

Tesla Cybertruck in desert with sunset and clouds

Tesla's Autopilot Just Saved My Cybertruck From a Minivan's Blind U-Turn, Here's What Actually Happened

By Noah Washington on March 18, 2025 - 9:38PM

I was recently driving my 2024 Tesla Cybertruck on a four-lane country road with Autopilot engaged when I experienced firsthand how quickly its autonomous safety features can respond to danger.

I Took My 400-Mile C8 Corvette for a High Wing Install, The Dealer Damaged the Paint and Now Wants Me to Pay for Their Mistake

By Noah Washington on March 18, 2025 - 9:00PM

After taking my 2024 black C8 Corvette to the local Chevrolet dealership for what should have been a straightforward high-wing spoiler installation, I discovered why some owners are hesitant to let anyone touch their cars, even authorized dealers.

Chrysler Invites High School Students to Design Their Dream Future Vehicle

By Mary Conway on March 18, 2025 - 8:31PM

Chrysler is encouraging students to consider automotive design as a future career. While the challenge is to design a future Chrysler vehicle, the prize is a chance to work in the Ram design department.

I Love One-Pedal Driving in My Chevy Bolt, But Maine's Winter Salt Just Destroyed My Unused Brakes

By Noah Washington on March 18, 2025 - 1:07PM

After driving my Chevy Bolt for nearly a year in Maine, I've discovered an unexpected downside to one of its best features. While one-pedal driving makes the Bolt incredibly efficient and fun to drive, it also means the brake rotors rarely get used.

My 2025 Honda Pilot Died in the Middle Of An Intersection With My Kids in the Car, and Honda Can’t Figure Out What’s Wrong With It

By Denis Flierl on March 18, 2025 - 8:26AM

Kali bought a 2025 Honda Pilot last year, and now she's had multiple problems with the car. The dash warning lights lit up, it died on her two times, and two Honda dealers couldn't diagnose the problem. Is there a problem with the new Honda Pilots?

So I Just Got The Update And Changed My Rivian R1S's Tire Size From The Settings Screen, And Man, My Range Estimate Went From 320 To 273 Miles

By Nicholas Muhoro on March 18, 2025 - 6:58AM

Rivian owner, Mike Andrews recently installed over the air updates on his R1S. He changed his tire size from the settings screen and got a range reduction from 320 to 273 miles. This may have been caused by the choice of tire.

My Canadian Province Just Doubled My EV Registration Fee, Here's What That Means for Owners

By Noah Washington on March 17, 2025 - 9:41PM

As electric vehicles become increasingly popular, their impact on road infrastructure is raising concerns among transportation officials. Modern EVs like the GMC Hummer EV, weigh in at 9,000 pounds, or the Rivian R1T at 7,148 pounds.

My New R1S Died 4 Hours After Purchase, Then Completely Stranded Us Days Later, Rivian's Nearest Service Center is 8 Hours Away

By Noah Washington on March 17, 2025 - 9:29PM

As a new Rivian R1S owner, I've experienced firsthand how quickly the excitement of owning a cutting-edge electric SUV can turn to frustration. Within just four hours of delivery, my $90,000 vehicle displayed a battery warning.

What started as a perfect night of camping in the Rivian with the Super Pacific X1 ended up getting stuck in a muddy nightmare beneath a snowy Mt. Rainier

On The Way Out My Rivian R1T's Rear End Slid Into a Ditch, But I Applied My Military Mindset To Off-Roading And Recovered With a Bright Side

By Narek Hareyan on March 17, 2025 - 4:38PM

A peaceful night under the stars in my Rivian R1T with a Super Pacific X1 turned into a muddy, solo battle against a ditch and a 12-inch log, proving even the best-laid adventures can test your limits and your electric rig.

A Tow Truck Driver Sat on My Lucid Air's Key Fob, Now My $170K Dream Edition Needs a New Windshield

By Noah Washington on March 17, 2025 - 4:00PM

After spending $170,000 on a 2022 Lucid Air Dream Edition, I never imagined my 11,000-mile-old luxury EV would suffer such an absurd consequence. What started as a routine service visit for a malfunctioning seat turned into a nightmare.

I Love My Tesla Model Y, But Rivian Has My Attention, Here’s What I Need to Know Before Making the Switch

By Narek Hareyan on March 17, 2025 - 4:00PM

I love my Tesla Model Y, but Rivian’s rugged charm, luxury, and adventure-ready features have me wondering, should I make the switch? Here's everything I need to know before I decide.

I'm Driving a Blazer EV SS Loaner While My RS Is in Service, Here's Why The Extra $16K Might Be Worth It

By Noah Washington on March 17, 2025 - 2:51PM

I recently swapped my Chevrolet Blazer EV RS for an SS loaner during a routine 10,000-mile service, and the difference is staggering. The SS, with its 557 horsepower and supercar-level acceleration, makes my RS feel almost tame in comparison.

Image of Toyota RAV4 Hybrid EV Mode courtesy of Toyota

I’m Seeing Confusion About How Toyota Hybrid-Electric Vehicles’ EV Mode Works and What It Is For, Even From Respected Media Members - Here Is How EV Mode Proves Useful In Real-World Scenarios

By John Goreham on March 17, 2025 - 12:32PM

One convenient feature of many hybrid-electric vehicles is the ability to operate solely on electric power. Here’s how it works on the most popular hybrid-electric vehicles made by Toyota and how the mode can be put to use in your real-world driving.

I Bought a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado Pickup From Carvana, Here’s My Experience For Those Who Are Skeptical

By Denis Flierl on March 17, 2025 - 11:17AM

Should you buy a vehicle from Carvana? Here is one Chevrolet Silverado buyer's experience, which gives valuable insights into his vehicle purchase from Carvana. However, Cavana has had some financial issues, and here is what all car buyers need to know.

I Sold a 2022 Tesla Model 3 With a Clean Title, Now Tesla Says It’s Salvage and It’ll Easily Go Over $12,000 For My Customer to Fix It

By Denis Flierl on March 17, 2025 - 8:18AM

James purchased a 2022 Tesla Model 3 from a dealer. The dealer made sure the car had a clean title. However, Tesla now says it's a salvage vehicle because of an unreported accident, and repairs will cost $12,000. Here is what Tesla buyers need to know.

Tesla Cybertruck Owners are Human After All

Travels with My Cybertruck Beast L.E.O.―People Think These Trucks Are Good For Nothing, But We Know They're Wrong

By Timothy Boyer on March 16, 2025 - 12:52PM

A Tesla Cybertruck owner, two dogs, a drone, and a lot of desert: The cure for what ails society today. Here is one CT owner’s short story.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Shares a Kitten Got Stuck Behind His Truck’s Battery – Adds “I Had To Pay Tesla Service $265 ‘Diagnostic Fee’ to Get the Kitten Out”

By Tinsae Aregay on March 16, 2025 - 9:49AM

A Cybertruck owner was surprised when he heard a kitten meowing inside his truck. Unable to find the source of the sound, he took his truck to Tesla Service, who charged him a $265 diagnostic fee to remove the kitten.

My Friend Fell Asleep Driving My Subaru Forester Wilderness Going 70 MPH, I Watched In Horror as My Perfect Car Went Off the Road and Crashed Into a Barrier

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2025 - 6:11AM

Peyton bought a new 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness, the car of her dreams. She liked to go hiking, camping, off-roading and skiing. The Wilderness edition was the perfect vehicle for her active lifestyle. Then, the horrific accident happened.

So I Finally Bought My Own Chevy Blazer EV After Repeatedly Using My Wife's Blazer EV, And Made It Home on 8% Battery

By Noah Washington on March 15, 2025 - 9:14PM

Just six months after leasing a 2024 Chevy Blazer EV LT for my wife, I found myself constantly borrowing it… to the point where she finally told me to get my own. Today, I took her advice and picked up a used RS model in black for $34K.

I Drove 180,000 Miles in a Tesla Model 3 Without Home Charging, Now I’m Eyeing Down a Rivian R1T

By Narek Hareyan on March 15, 2025 - 9:12PM

After driving 180,000 miles in a Tesla Model 3 without home charging, one EV owner is ready to make a switch, but will the Rivian R1T truly be worth it? Find out what fellow EV enthusiasts say and join the discussion.

Why Scalpers Will Make Millions on the ZR1, Here's What We Learned From the C8 and Z06 Allocation Wars

By Noah Washington on March 15, 2025 - 9:09PM

After watching the C8 Stingray and Z06 allocation chaos unfold, I'm here to warn you about what's coming with the 2025 Corvette ZR1. As someone who witnessed dealers demanding $90,000 markups on Z06s and turning allocations into auctions.

The 2025 Jeep Wrangler is Going Green, Seriously Green

By Mary Conway on March 15, 2025 - 7:29PM

The Jeep Wrangler has the patented 4xe feature that electrifies the vehicle. Now, the iconic Wrangler has a neon green paint job to really stand out.

Japan's Chinese Made Toyota EV is a Game Changer

"I Sold My Tesla, and I'm Going To Pick Up One Of These Toyotas And Put Thousands In My Pocket By Doing It." An Excited But Premature Comment Begs an Important Question

By Timothy Boyer on March 15, 2025 - 6:46PM

Here is what you could get by owning a $13,000 Toyota EV that is predicted to obliterate the Tesla Model Y. But how far would you be willing to go to own one?

Ask any Tesla Cybertruck Owner What They Think About Their Truck, and "Tens of Thousands Will Tell You the Same Thing"

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2025 - 10:34AM

What do Tesla Cybertruck owners think about their controversial trucks? It's a question owners will answer, not what you think. Yes, there are a few negative comments, but the vast majority have a very different take on the new electric truck.

My 2024 Toyota Tundra Hybrid With 10K Miles Is Sitting At the Dealer With Engine Failure, Needless To Say I Regret My Purchase

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2025 - 8:10AM

Another Toyota Tundra Hybrid truck owner is fuming because of its engine problems. Tony bought a 2024 Tundra Hybrid with an engine failure at 10K miles on the new pickup. And that's not the only problem with the truck. Here is Tony's incredible story.

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