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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.

A gray Rivian R1S with tinted windows is parked in a handicap spot. The electric vehicle's sleek design and modern features are visible under a sunny sky.
I’m Loving My Pre-Owned 2023 Rivian R1S Adventure and Their Customer Service, But It’s Already in the Shop for Multiple Warranty Recalls
By Aram Krajekian on
There’s a certain irony in loving your Rivian R1S and praising its customer service, even though it spends its early days in the shop for multiple recalls. It's a contradiction that perfectly captures the growing pains of EV ownership in its early years.
Ram cancels its battery-electric pickup truck
An Owner and Expert in Ram Trucks Who Is Himself Also an EV Owner Explains Why Ram's Canceling Its Battery-Electric Pickup Truck Program is a Smart Move
By John Goreham on
We discuss Ram’s wise move to abandon its battery-electric Ram Pickup truck with a Ram owner who also owns a Stellantis EV.
2024 Ram truck
2024 Ram 2500 Buyer Pays $1,898 a Month For His New Truck, Financial Guru Says, “That's Not a Car Payment, That's a Mortgage On Wheels”
By Denis Flierl on
Think that a new 2024 Ram truck smell is worth as much as a mortgage payment? One Ram 2500 buyer is paying $1,898/month for 84 months, racking up a whopping $47K in interest to drive it off the lot. What would you do with that extra money? 
BMW i7 three-quarter front view
I Despised EV Cars Until I Drove One, Now I Love the BMW i7
By Chris Johnston on
I drove a BMW i7 and it shattered old myths by revealing a calmer kind of muscle and refinement that gas cars simply cannot match.
A dark green electric pickup truck parked in a modern, well-lit garage.
I'm Only Getting 60% Of My Rivian R1T's Expected Range After Driving 90 Miles In A Week, With 37 Miles Disappearing While The Truck Sits Idle
By Noah Washington on
He's only getting 60% of his Rivian R1T's expected range, and the shocking reason isn't from driving too fast or towing, but from a "ghost drop" of 37 miles while the truck is parked.
Red SUV driving on a road with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background.
I Drove My Cadillac Optiq 7,000 Miles, Including A 1,200-Mile Trip To Texas, And Found Super Cruise Made 14-Hour Days Easy, While Tesla Chargers Outperformed EVGO's Network
By Noah Washington on
He loves his Cadillac Optiq but was disappointed by the lack of an approved dashcam. He created a workaround that protected his warranty and allowed him to safely record while driving.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Was Shot on the Highway by a Tesla Hater, but the Truck Stopped the Bullet – Adds, “The Truck Took It Like a Chump, Crumpled the Bullet on Impact.”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner claims his truck stopped a bullet and saved his life when he was shot on the highway by a Tesla hater. He shares a picture showing his Cybertruck’s stainless steel damaged but not pierced by the bullet.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado
I Said Goodbye to This Rig Today, The 2024 Chevy Silverado Checked Every Box Except Reliability, Don’t Laugh, But I Went With a Honda Ridgeline
By Denis Flierl on
After his 2024 Chevy Silverado faced two major failures in 10k miles, Ron had enough. Frustrated with the unreliability and national backorders, he traded it in for a Honda Ridgeline. Will he ever return to a Chevy, or is this a permanent switch?
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Thought He Put His Truck on FSD but Ended Up Veering Off the Interstate Onto Gravel – Adds, “I Pressed the Scroll Wheel But FSD Didn’t Engage”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he stopped monitoring his vehicle for a second, believing he had engaged FSD. However, the self-driving feature was not on, and he ended up drifting off the highway onto gravel.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Who Put A Kia Emblem on His Truck Has Hilarious Encounters Says, “I Get So, Many People Asking Me If This Is Really a Kia, I Say Yup!”
By Denis Flierl on
Karyl's Cybertruck turns heads, but not for the reasons you think. He has a Kia emblem, sparking confusion and hilarious encounters. From a lady convinced Kia "makes 'em too" to Karyl's playful "Yup," this story is a riot. Check out his truck's logo swap.
10 Consumer Reports Recommended SUVs
10 Best SUVs You Can Buy Right Now
By Timothy Boyer on
Which SUVs are truly worth your money? Based on performance, safety, reliability, and owner satisfaction, here are 10 of the best SUVs you can buy today from the good folks at Consumer Reports.
Tesla Highland Project
Tesla's Highland Gambit: A Minimalist Masterpiece or a Step Too Far?
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla's "Project Highland" Model 3 refresh offers welcome aesthetic and comfort upgrades but courts controversy and risks alienating mainstream buyers by eliminating fundamental physical controls like turn signal stalks in favor of a minimal design.
Mercedes Mini G-Wagon
Honey, I Shrunk the G-Wagon: Mercedes' Brilliant Electric Gambit
By Rob Enderle on
Mercedes-Benz's electric "Baby G-Wagon" is a brilliant strategic move that preserves the original's iconic design in a smaller, more accessible format, positioning it to dominate the premium rugged EV market much like Porsche's Macan did in.
Volvo's EV Factory
Volvo's Clean Break: Why a New EV Plant Is a Masterstroke
By Rob Enderle on
Volvo's construction of a new, EV-only plant in Slovakia is a strategic masterstroke, leveraging the company's strong financial position to create a hyper-efficient, purpose-built facility that will provide a significant cost and quality advantages.
For 7 Days I Test-Drove the 2026 GMC Terrain AT4 AWD a Think This SUV Is The Sweet Spot Between Off-Road Ruggedness and Daily Comfort
For 7 Days I Test-Drove the 2026 GMC Terrain AT4 AWD a Think This SUV Is The Sweet Spot Between Off-Road Ruggedness and Daily Comfort
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 GMC Terrain AT4 AWD delivered an unexpected mix of rugged capability and everyday comfort that left me rethinking what a compact SUV can really do.
Toyota RAV4 Owner Explains His Car Owner Frustrations
I Am Getting Fed Up and Tired of This Car (2020 Toyota RAV4) and the Dealership
By Timothy Boyer on
An upset Toyota RAV4 owner's annoyance is a good example of what to do and what not to do when your RAV4 (or any other car model) is acting up, especially if its warranty period has passed.
Image shows a young girls sitting inside of a Ford F-150 Lightning's frunk area
Consumer Reports Data Shows EV Trucks Like the Rivian R1T, F-150 Lightning, Sierra EV, and Silverado EV Are Among the Least Reliable Vehicles on the Market Today - Why We Think Ford Will Be the Brand To Turn This Around
By John Goreham on
Battery-electric pickup trucks are having a rough time gaining traction in the U.S. market. Could one reason be the reliability and durability scores? Be sure you read our opinions on why Ford will be the one to watch.
Electric car driving on a rural road with trees and clear sky in the background.
I Picked Up My New Tesla Model Y And Found The Delivery Specialist Had Drilled Off-Center Holes Through My Front Fascia, Requiring Immediate Service To Replace It
By Noah Washington on
The Lucid Gravity is here, and it's exceeding expectations. After three weeks of ownership, this owner is blown away by its soft-and-sharp drive, cavernous interior, and stress-free range.
A sleek electric SUV parked on a dirt road with trees in the background.
I Chose The Lucid Gravity Over Rivian R1S And BMW iX For Its Superior Range And Space, And After Three Weeks The Driving Experience Exceeds All My Expectations
By Noah Washington on
The Lucid Gravity is here, and it's exceeding expectations. After three weeks of ownership, this owner is blown away by its soft-and-sharp drive, cavernous interior, and stress-free range.
Dealership in Atlanta Honored The Lifetime Battery in My Tacoma With 2 Unique Moves and Without Upsell, Although With One Small Negative
Dealership in Atlanta Honored The Lifetime Battery in My Tacoma With 2 Unique Moves and Without Upsell, Although With One Small "Negative"
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected twist at a Toyota dealership left one Tacoma owner questioning if the lifetime battery program is really a blessing or a burden.
Silver Tesla Model 3 at a self-serve carwash
Tell Me I’m Not The Only One Who Just Does Self-Serve Car Washes for My Tesla Model Y
By Chris Johnston on
Here are all the suggestions to keep your new Tesla Model Y paint shiny and silky smooth.
John Lee's Tesla Model X loaner
Tesla Did Me Dirty, I Took My 2018 Model 3 In For Warranty Work, and They Gave Me a Model X Loaner, Now I Want One
By Denis Flierl on
Don't get too comfortable with your loaner car. This Tesla owner took his Model 3 in for warranty work and was given a 2025 Model X. Now he wants to trade up. Is the grass always greener on the other side? Check out John's story and see why he's tempted. 
A black 2022 Toyota Tundra is on a desert terrain with a striking grille is showcased against a bright sunset, evoking a rugged and adventurous tone.
My 2022 Toyota Tundra Lasted 59k Miles Before the Engine Gave Out, So I Handed In My Keys and Won’t Be Leasing Another One
By Aram Krajekian on
Toyota’s promise of reliability meets a harsh test. This Tundra owner’s final month behind the wheel shows just how quickly trust can slip away.
2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road
Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road Owner Says, “Let Me Just Save You the Headache I’m Going Through Right Now, Don’t Buy a Tacoma Long Bed”
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Tacoma owner chose a long bed for the extra space, but now he's struggling to find matching aftermarket parts. The companies he loves only make bumpers, racks, and sliders for short beds, turning his dream build into a costly mistake.
U.S. market battery-electric vehicle market share graph 2018 to 2025
More Than 90% Of American New Car Buyers Opted Not to Buy an EV in August Despite Federal EV Subsidies Set To Expire, Ample Inventory, and Generous Incentives - Will September Be Any Different?
By John Goreham on
EVs Failed to Top 10% U.S. Market Share in August With Federal EV Subsidy Expiration Just Weeks Away - Last Chance For EVs to Reach This Milestone Ends October First
2024 Toyota RAV4 Limited
I Love Almost Everything About My 2024 Toyota RAV4, But I Can’t Get Used to This Digital Mirror, Am I Stuck With This Unusable Technology?
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota RAV4 owner loves almost everything about her new compact SUV, but not everything. The digital rearview mirror is a point of frustration. Is this a common issue or unique to Karen's situation? Here is what RAV4 owners need to know. 
Black futuristic truck parked on gravel near a fenced grassy area and buildings.
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Wraps Vehicle With a Minecraft Theme to Honor His 9-Year-Old Son Who Passed From Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, and Switches to Electric Vehicles for His Legacy
By Noah Washington on
He wrapped his Cybertruck in a Minecraft theme as a monument to his 9-year-old son, who passed away from carbon monoxide poisoning, a deeply moving story of how a family turned their grief into a powerful, rolling tribute.
White GMC truck parked on rocky terrain at sunset, with mountains in the background.
I Drive A GMC Sierra EV And Found Free 80-Amp Chargers At My Wife's Workplace That Don't Require Terrible Charging Apps, But One May Be Mislabeled As 40-Amps
By Noah Washington on
The GMC Sierra EV is a marvel of technology, but its owner’s charging experience is a logistical nightmare. And now he has to play detective with a mislabeled sticker to figure out his charging speed.
Gray electric Hummer truck parked in front of a large concrete wall.
I'm Paying $108 To Charge My GMC Hummer EV For Just 311 Miles In September, While My Neighbor's Tesla Costs Significantly Less For Similar Usage
By Noah Washington on
He loves his GMC Hummer EV, but a $108 charge for 311 miles has him seeing green—and not the kind he hoped for. This owner's journey reveals that, for some, the cost of charging can be as much of a financial shock as filling up a gas-guzzling V8.
2025 Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss
I Love My 2025 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss, But I’m Already Having Display Issues, I Can’t Believe Chevy Has Known About This Problem Since 2020, and Hasn’t Fixed It
By Denis Flierl on
A frustrated new Chevy owner is having display issues in her 2025 Colorado. It won't connect to her iPhone, freezes, and overheats. Have Chevrolet and GM been aware of this problem since 2020? Here are answers for Colorado owners, along with a solution. 
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