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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.

Tesla's No-Knob Look Causes Owner Frustration with Controls
I Dislike How Manufacturers Are Moving to a Sterile Tesla Interior: Removing Tactile Surfaces and Burying the Most Common Functions Into Tiered Menus Is Frustrating and Dangerous ‒ Cars and SUVs With the Easiest-to-Use Controls from Consumer Reports
By Timothy Boyer on
Simple, intuitive controls can make driving safer and more enjoyable—here are the vehicles that get it right according to Consumer Reports.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
I Didn’t Buy a Sierra or Lightning EV Even With Better Truck Stuff Than Cybertruck, and Tesla Isn’t Luxurious Like Denali or Higher F-150 Trims, But CT’s Eco Is Hands Down Better
By Denis Flierl on
One truck fan chose a Cybertruck over a GMC Sierra or Ford F-150 Lightning. Why? It all came down to a compelling ecosystem, superior self-driving tech, and a painless buying process. It gives EV truck shoppers an honest look at what matters most.
Photograph of the 2025 Rivian R1T electric truck in a gray color, captured from a three-quarter front angle with trees visible in the background.
I Drove My Rivian R1T 93 Miles Through Death Valley's Most Remote Road In 115-Degree Heat, Becoming The First EV To Complete Saline Valley Road Unassisted
By Noah Washington on
He drove his Rivian R1T 93 miles through Death Valley in brutal 115-degree heat and discovered a secret… the truck’s regeneration on mountain passes gave him back over 75% of the power he used on the climb.
Photograph of a 2026 Tesla Model Y electric vehicle in the Juniper color, captured from a front three-quarter angle view as it drives on a road in California surrounded by lush greenery and scenery.
I Got Rear-Ended Just 23 Hours After Buying My 2026 Tesla Model Y Juniper, Then Created A Stealth OEM+ Build With Custom LED Lighting That Looks Factory-Installed
By Noah Washington on
He owned his Tesla Model Y Juniper for less than a day before it was totaled. But he used the repair time to create a custom "stealth OEM+" build with custom LED lights so clean they look like they came from the factory.
A black 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali truck drives on a coastal road at sunset, with ocean and greenery in the background. The scene conveys power and adventure.
My 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Broke Down a Mile After I Got Faulty Gas From This Station, and the Lady Filling Up Next to Me Broke Down in the Same Spot Too
By Aram Krajekian on
Bad fuel is rare, but when it strikes, even a perfectly healthy GMC Sierra 1500 Denali can be left stranded on the side of the road.
Chevy Equinox EV being charged by power pole mounted charger
I Live in an Apartment and Own an EV. Here’s How I Charge My Chevy Equinox EV and What I Would Like to See My City Do to Make Charging Easier
By Chris Johnston on
Why apartment living with my Chevy Equinox EV made me rethink loyalty perks, idle fees, power poles, and the many ways that things can be improved.
A white Tesla Model 3 is secured on a flatbed tow truck in a sunny outdoor setting with trees in the background, suggesting it needed roadside assistance.
My Tesla Model 3’s HV Battery Failed After 130,000 Miles in the Phoenix Heat, and It Took the Autopilot Computer With It Too
By Aram Krajekian on
The Tesla Model 3 is built for endurance, but in the brutal Phoenix heat, one owner believes 130,000 miles was enough to expose the moment when technology finally gives way to climate and wear.
A black and silver futuristic vehicle parked on rocky terrain, with a kayak secured on top, beside a tranquil water scene.
My Tesla Cybertruck Purchase Four Months Ago Has Made Family Members Uninvite Me From Gatherings While Friends Insist I Should Have Bought A Lexus Or BMW Instead
By Noah Washington on
He bought a Tesla Cybertruck and suddenly found himself uninvited from family gatherings, with friends calling him out for wasting his money. The most polarizing vehicle in America is tearing his relationships apart.
A sleek gray car drives through a misty landscape, splashing water on a wet road, showcasing its dynamic design and performance.
I Rented One Of Only 250 Polestar 1s In America From Hertz, Drove It To Yosemite And Tahoe, Found Its Instant Torque And Stepped Acceleration More Impressive Than My 2016 Tesla Model S
By Noah Washington on
He drove a Polestar 1 through the mountains and discovered its instant torque and acceleration were more impressive than his Tesla Model S. This is one of the most unique rentals in America, and here's what the owner had to say about it.
A Tesla Cybertruck drives through a dusty desert landscape, with rugged cliffs and sparse vegetation in the background.
I Chose Tesla Cybertruck Over Ford Lightning And GMC Sierra Because The Ecosystem Is Like iPhone Versus Blackberry, Despite Missing Some Traditional Truck Features And Having A Polarizing Design
By Noah Washington on
He admits the Lightning and Sierra are better "trucks," but his Tesla Cybertruck won out for a single, powerful reason: he says the Tesla ecosystem is so superior it's like choosing an iPhone over a Blackberry.
2024 Chevrolet Colorado
I Gave My 2011 Chevy Colorado To My Son, Bought This 2024 Colorado, Put 2K Miles on It, and I’m Already Having Problems, I Want My Old Truck Back
By Denis Flierl on
14 years, 17K miles, and a list of new problems. After leaving his beloved 2011 Colorado Boss for a new 2024 Chevy Colorado, Dallas is questioning his decision. Is it buyer's remorse, or is this new truck a lemon? Did he give his son the better truck? 
2025 Toyota RAV4
I Just Bought This 2025 Toyota RAV4 Limited, I Hope I Don’t Regret Not Waiting, I Already Don’t Love the All-Chrome Wheels
By Denis Flierl on
In this RAV4 story, Nancy navigates the world of new car ownership, seeking to personalize her 2025 Toyota RAV4 and preserve its pristine interior. Will she be satisfied with the 2025 model, or will she regret not waiting for the next-gen 2026 model?
MG4 Becomes the First EV With Semi-Solid State Batteries, but the Surprise Isn’t the Range
MG4 Just Became The 1st EV With Semi-Solid State Batteries With Unsurprising Range, But With Serious Hidden Advantages
By Armen Hareyan on
The MG4 just became the first EV with semi-solid state batteries, but the most unexpected part isn’t the range at all.
Elegant Grey Ford Expedition Tremor parked in a suburban driveway. The sun casts reflections on its sleek exterior. Green trees and a well-kept lawn surround the scene.
I Wasn’t Planning on Buying a Ford Expedition Tremor, But Despite Its Small Issues I’ve Come to Love Its Power and Design
By Aram Krajekian on
In a sea of familiar SUVs, one Ford Expedition Tremor owner realized just how powerful it feels to drive something no one else around has.
Porsche Wirelessly Charging
The Unplugged Revolution: Porsche’s Wireless Cayenne Changes the EV Game
By Rob Enderle on
Porsche's groundbreaking announcement to offer factory-installed wireless charging on its upcoming electric Cayenne marks a pivotal moment for EV convenience, leveraging years of development from tech pioneers to set a new luxury standard.
2025 Toyota Prius side view next to a bunny eating grass
Uncomfortable Truth - Toyota Prius Deliveries Are Up 86% In America Year To Date and It’s Outselling Every Battery-Electric Car Model But One
By John Goreham on
The Toyota Prius launched at nearly the same time as the modern era of the battery-electric car in 1997. 28 years later, it still outsells nearly every electric car in America.
August Had A Very Strong EV Sales Month
The Old Guard's Electric Surge: How Legacy Auto Won August
By Rob Enderle on
Legacy automakers like Ford, GM, Hyundai, and Kia achieved record-breaking electric vehicle sales in August 2025 by offering popular vehicle types, leveraging brand trust, and benefiting from a rush for expiring tax credits, signaling a major sales event.
Jaguar Type 00 and Audi Concept C
A Tale of Two Kitties: Audi's Concept C Pounce vs. Jaguar's Type 00 Stumble
By Rob Enderle on
This column contrasts Audi's well-received Concept C, which evolves the brand's heritage, with Jaguar's controversial Type 00, which makes a radical break from its past, to argue that honoring history is a more successful strategy.
Ford Mustang Mach-E in brilliant red in front of a barn
The August Data We Have Shows Many GM, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, and Kia EVs Seeing Big Bumps In Deliveries For Q3, But There Are Some Laggards - EVs May Pass 10% Market Share For the Month
By John Goreham on
Not every brand offers detailed delivery numbers for individual months, but some do. The data we have shows some big gains, but also some slow movers. Here are all the details.
2025 Tesla Model Y electric SUV driving through desert landscape, front three-quarter angle under clear sky.
My Tesla Model Y 2026 Service Appointment Became A Frustrating Experience When Staff Falsely Claimed To Fix Seat Noise Without Touching The Car Then Later Declared It "Normal"
By Noah Washington on
This is one owner's third Tesla, but a simple service appointment has him questioning his loyalty. Find out how staff at a service center gave him a runaround and misdiagnosed a simple seat noise.
Red 2026 Tesla Model S electric sedan charging in front of a modern home, rear view highlighting taillights and sporty design.
My Dream Tesla Model S Plaid Purchase Turned Into A Health Nightmare When Hidden Mold From Water Damage Left Me And My Family With Severe Respiratory Symptoms After Just One Day Of Driving
By Noah Washington on
An owner's dream of a Tesla Model S Plaid turned into a health nightmare after he discovered hidden water damage and mold. Read how a family's joyride quickly led to severe respiratory symptoms.
2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV in gray shown at front three-quarter angle, highlighting modern electric SUV design with sleek lines.
I Completed My First 1,000+ Mile Road Trip In My New Chevy Equinox EV Using Mostly Tesla Superchargers At 22-38 Cents Per kWh While Getting 150 Miles Between Charges
By Noah Washington on
Charging an EV on a long road trip took just 25 minutes for this Chevy Equinox owner. Discover his secret to a smooth journey and how the right charging plan can make range anxiety a thing of the past.
2026 Chevy Equinox EV exterior photo
Chevy Seems To Have Underpromised on The Range of The Equinox EV, or At Least Incorporated Enough Regeneration Recharge To Increase It
By Chris Johnston on
What hundreds of social media posts from real drivers revealed about the Chevy Equinox EV, and the surprises that reshaped my opinions of the top three.
Kevin's 2020 GMC Sierra Denali truck
My 2020 GMC Sierra Denali’s Paint is Just Peeling Off Like Wallpaper, I Took It To GM But They Don’t Care, So Now I’m Out of Pocket With It
By Denis Flierl on
A 2020 GMC Sierra Denali owner's paint is peeling off faster than anyone can imagine. He tried a wrap, but that made it worse, pulling the paint right off. Now GM won't help. Here is what GMC owners need to know about this frustrating and costly defect.
2025 Honda Prologue Touring
I Picked Up a 2025 Honda Prologue Touring This Morning, and I’m Thrilled I Got Out of the Absolute Piece of Work 2022 Tesla Model 3
By Denis Flierl on
Swapping a Tesla Model 3 for a Honda Prologue, one owner shares a tale of frustration. From phantom braking to nightmare service and plummeting value, he's glad to be rid of the Tesla. The final straw? A deal on a Prologue was too good to pass up.
Your Car Might Have More Than One Unnecessary Parasitic Drain Source
I Just Bought a 2015 Highlander off a Lot. However, After Not Driving for a Day or Two I Would Go Out to the Highlander and the Car Would Not Start. That Is When I Saw It…a Tracking Unit Zip Tied Around the Radiator Fan Wiring Harness
By Timothy Boyer on
A mechanic's warning is making the rounds: "You might have this in your vehicle—and it's one reason why you need to get rid of it." The culprit? Devices that cause parasitic battery drain without you even realizing it.
Red Toyota Tundra towing a boat on a winding mountain road. The backdrop shows a scenic landscape of rolling hills under a partly cloudy sky.
My 2024 Toyota Tundra Lost Oil Pressure and Started Knocking at Just 54,000 Miles, So I’m Seriously Disappointed in Toyota’s Quality
By Aram Krajekian on
Toyota has built its legacy on legendary reliability, but one owner’s engine failure at just 54,000 miles has drivers wondering if that reputation still holds true.
Mini Countryman EV with crash damage
Insurance Rates Are Harming EV Adoption in My Experience. My Insurance Rate Doubled When I Bought My Mini EV
By Chris Johnston on
My Mini EV was an easy choice, but insurance made it complicated.
A totaled white GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 is shown in a grassy area, its front crumpled from a collision. The interior displays deployed airbags and a cracked windshield.
My GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 Saved My Life In a Horrible Accident and It’s the Reason I’m Home With My Family Today
By Aram Krajekian on
The true test of a truck comes in the split second when everything goes wrong, and one GMC Sierra AT4 owner just found out what his truck was truly made of.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Father Hospitalized After Getting Run Over and Trapped Beneath a Tesla Cybertruck at Burning Man – Victim’s Family Say, “A Cybertruck, Nearly Silent Against the Roar of the Night, Ran Him Over”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A father was airlifted to the hospital after being pinned under a Tesla Cybertruck at Burning Man. His family said the Cybertruck was silent, and the father had to shout for help from underneath the truck before the driver could reverse and free him.
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