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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.

By Aram Krajekian on
Porsche enthusiasts say the brand is losing touch with average drivers while BMW and Mercedes owners raise similar concerns about quality and reliability.
By John Goreham on
The line between an electric vehicle and everything else has never been more blurred. Honda has now eliminated the driving experience part of the argument for battery-electric vehicles.
By Tim Healey on
Honda's first-ever loss and a surprising retreat on EVs have the automaker's boss under fire. Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe will announce a new plan on May 14 that involves more hybrid models.
By Tim Healey on
While the United States government has pulled back on electric-vehicle investment, Europe is taking a different tack.
By Armen Hareyan on
Kansas woman took delivery of her white Tesla Model Y Performance on the third attempt after a damaged first car and a temp tag shortage blocked her second. 5 year owner says Model Y Performance has outlasted every Honda and Toyota he has owned.
By Denis Flierl on
Struggling with a 2026 Ram 1500 Hemi check engine light? We scrutinize current dealer backlogs and provide the technical leverage you need to overcome service delays. Discover how Daniel’s New York case empowers you to demand a $0 warranty fix now.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Ram 1500 owner in New York just documented a Hemi V8 check engine light at 2 months. We scrutinize why early 5.7L builds are hitting service bays for EVAP repairs and how the dealer revamped his truck under warranty without out-of-pocket costs.
By Noah Washington on
A C8 Corvette owner says his 2026 car started smoking at 320 miles while still in break-in. The bigger story is the owner's recorded drive data and whether it can show how the car was treated.
By Mary Conway on
Rather than focusing on luxury interiors and premium finishes, Ford is stressing the importance of the people like construction workers and emergency responders who make America strong.
By Denis Flierl on
Tired of the $5,000 "Toyota Tax"? This expert action plan reveals how the Kia Sorento surpassed the Highlander in TCO and provides the step-by-step "goodwill" negotiation guide to rectify your SUV's timing cover oil leak without going broke.
By Noah Washington on
A Palisade owner says his SUV handled a 4,430-lb camper in crosswinds. That does not make towing advice simple. Power matters, but so do trailer brakes, sway control, loaded weight, tongue weight, fuel economy, and long-term wear.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2019 Toyota Highlander owner faces a $5,000 repair for a known timing cover oil leak and SOS console failure. Despite Toyota’s reliability reputation, this owner found his previous used Kia Sorentos surpassed the SUV in long-term durability.
By Noah Washington on
A Rivian R1T owner says he was locked out in a remote area with his phone and key card inside. His problem went beyond the locked truck. Getting back in depended on connection, identity verification, and outside help.
By John Goreham on
We interview the owner of some of the best sports coupes in the world and find out why he found the new 2026 Honda Prelude the ideal addition to his fleet.
By Denis Flierl on
Is your 2025 F-150 5.0L V8 struggling on mountain passes? Following our investigative report on the 3.5L EcoBoost's dominance, Denis Flierl provides a 3-step action plan for owners to recover towing performance and protect their engine’s longevity.
By Noah Washington on
The Ariya’s problem may not be the car itself. If local registrations and dealer visibility are thin, used buyers may hesitate because the EV feels unfamiliar, harder to price, and harder to trust.
By Denis Flierl on
A real-world Ford F-150 towing test reveals a surprising result: the 2018 3.5L EcoBoost outperformed the new 2025 5.0L V8 while hauling a 7,000-lb camper. While the V8 struggled on steep grades, the twin-turbo 3.5L "flew up" with power to spare.
By Noah Washington on
Mileage still dominates used-EV listings, but charging behavior can reveal what the odometer misses. The better question is not just how far an EV has driven, but how, where, and when it was charged.
By Armen Hareyan on
Warren Buffett stock market warning is raising fresh concerns that Tesla could be especially vulnerable in a market downturn, while EV battery companies may face a painful double squeeze from slowing demand and intensifying global competition.
By Humphrey Bwayo on
The rise of hybrid vehicle ownership in the United States and Europe is harder to ignore as more car buyers opt for hybrid vehicles, just like this person, who canceled his Tesla Cybertruck order for a 2023 Ford F-150 PowerBoost fully hybrid truck.
By Rob Enderle on
As physical buttons vanish and confusing screens take over, the Avatr Vision Xpectra’s holographic dashboard finally solves the interface crisis, ushering in a revolutionary era of intuitive, autonomous-ready automotive design.
By Denis Flierl on
Stop the "Turbo Tax" from draining your wallet. Here is a technical 3-step action plan to navigate the 40,000-mile Tundra spark plug requirement, protect your i-FORCE warranty, and manage dealership service costs effectively.
By Noah Washington on
Shenzhen’s EV charging data shows why the charger count is not enough. In dense cities, the harder problem is whether drivers can find an open plug at the exact hour they need it.
By Denis Flierl on
Scrutinized for its $500 cost, the 40,000-mile spark plug service on the 2025 Toyota Tundra is a mandatory requirement for the 3.4L Turbo V6. We explain why the move to turbocharging terminated the 100K interval to protect your engine warranty.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Mazda has everything it needs to build a sports car that is easy to live with, and Toyota could help.
By Noah Washington on
IIHS rated the F-150 Lightning Poor in its updated crash test, but not because the truck’s frame failed. The real issue was rear-seat restraint protection, especially for smaller passengers.
By Armen Hareyan on
Ford's new 2027 Super Duty Carhartt truck package triggered strong reactions because buyers see both real utility and untapped potential in a truck collaboration that could reshape how automakers blend work focused function with lifestyle branding.
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla drops classic blue and ads two new shades to Model 3 and the Model Y. Deep Blue Metallic is gone after 8+ years. Tesla just introduced Marine Blue ($1,000 on Premium trims) and free Frost Blue on Performance models. Which color would you choose?
By Armen Hareyan on
As cars get smarter driver-monitoring systems, your body needs one too. Here’s how the new Fitbit Air tracks fatigue, stress, and recovery so you stay alert behind the wheel.
By Armen Hareyan on
A Houston Chevy Trax owner spent ten dollars on door sill stripes from TikTok Shop, installed them in minutes, and now his fellow owners are demanding the link because the result looks that good.