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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.

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.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado
I Walked Away From My Ford F-150, the Chevy Dealer Had A Bunch of 2024 Silverado 6.2Ls Leftover, I Got a 200K Warranty, and Free Trailer for $58K OTD
By Denis Flierl on
A Ford F-150 owner made a bold move. Eric Josephson snagged a 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 RST Waldoch Upfit with a 6.2L engine, a 200,000-mile warranty, and a new trailer for just $ 58,000. Was this Labor Day bargain a stroke of genius, or a risky gamble?
Tesla Model 3
So, I’m Charging My Tesla Model 3, and I Notice This Nissan ICEing a Spot, When Her Boyfriend's Ready to Charge She Moves the Car, But I Fixed Their Little Scheme
By Denis Flierl on
A clever EV owner's scheme to save a public charging spot is thwarted. An observant Tesla Model 3 owner, tired of the selfish act, teaches him a lesson in a battle of wits that escalates into a call to customer support. Check out Michael's amazing story. 
Porsche Boxster and Cayman will be killed off to make room for an EV
The Disturbing Rumors Are True - Porsche Will Discontinue the Boxster / Cayman Next Month, Despite It Outselling Panamera and Taycan Combined - Here’s What’s Behind This Move
By John Goreham on
Porsche is about to make a big move. It will cancel two sports cars. This is despite having other vehicles in its lineup that sell at far lower numbers. If you guessed battery-electric powertrains have a role in this, you are correct.
A red and yellow Toyota taxi labeled "co-op" is spun out on a multi-lane highway. Surrounding cars and lush trees line the road under a clear sky.
My Tesla’s FSD Saved the Day by Stopping Just in Time to Avoid a Crash, So Thank You Tesla for This Life-Saving Technology
By Aram Krajekian on
A Tesla owner says FSD braked faster than him during a chaotic spinout, raising the question of whether this technology is quietly redefining what it means to feel safe behind the wheel.
Kia EV9 superimposed over map of trip to Alaska
I Was Driving A Family Member's Kia EV9 2,500 Miles To Anchorage, After Dodging a Wildfire, I Arrived at a Town Where The Fast Charger Was Broken
By Chris Johnston on
How a Kia EV9 carried me through wildfires, empty roads, and the unknown. EV journey from Portland to Anchorage charging experiences.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Fans Celebrate the Cybertruck-Inspired Full-Sized SUV in Development at the EV Maker’s Design Studio – Suggest It Could Increase TSLA’s Market Cap by $300 Billion
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla has shared an exciting first look at the new Cybertruck-based 3-row SUV, which is currently in development at the company’s design studio. Tesla fans are thrilled, suggesting it could boost the EV maker’s market cap by $300 billion.
Image shows new Michelin CrossClimate 2 all-weather tires mounted on a 2024 Honda Pilot
After Nothing But Unhappiness With My OEM Tires, My Car Dealer Gave Me Bad Advice For New Tires, But I Listened to My Wife and Got Michelin CrossClimate 2 Tires For My 2024 Honda Pilot - “Feels Like When You Got New Sneakers As A Kid”
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase Michelin CrossClimate 2 tire owner SM, who has luckily avoided buying the wrong tires for his Honda Pilot. Here’s how he likes the tires he got.
2026 GMC Hummer EV pickup front three-quarter view in matte gray with bold grille and rugged off-road stance
I Test Drove A GMC Hummer EV With My Daughter Before Looking At Range Rovers And After Experiencing "Watts To Freedom" Launch Mode, I Told The Salesman "Start The Paperwork" Without Even Asking The Price
By Noah Washington on
He walked into a GMC dealership intending to buy a Range Rover, but one test drive and a mind-bending "Watts to Freedom" launch in a Hummer EV later, he bought the truck without even asking the price!
2025 Polestar 3 electric SUV front three-quarter angle in white with mountain backdrop and aerodynamic design
I Switched From Tesla Model Y To Polestar 3 And Found Its Range Prediction Is Spot-On At 3 Miles Per 1% Battery During My Road Trip
By Noah Washington on
After years of Tesla, this driver is praising his new Polestar 3 for one unexpected reason: its range prediction is so accurate, he's thrown away his road trip spreadsheets and can finally drive with confidence.
2025 Toyota Tacoma
2025 Toyota Tacoma Owner Finds a Secret on His Truck, Says, “I Just Found A Hidden QR Code with a Random Discount on Accessories, Mine Was 40%”
By Denis Flierl on
An owner of a 4th-gen Toyota Tacoma discovered a hidden Morse code that led to a QR code, unlocking a secret website and a 40% discount on accessories. This hidden "Easter egg" reveals a playful side to the manufacturer's design. Do you know about it?
2020 GMC Sierra
My 2020 Sierra 5.3L’s Low Engine Oil Light Came On 77,000 Miles In, the GMC Dealer is Calling It A Complete Engine Failure, and It’s a $10K-$15K Job
By Denis Flierl on
A 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 owner reports a complete engine failure at 77k miles, despite regular dealer service. The owner is questioning whether other 2020 5.3L engine owners have experienced similar issues, referencing past problems with the 5.3L engine.
Red Tesla Model Y Juniper
Looks Like the New Tesla Model Y Is the Best of All Worlds, No Longer Looks Like a Bloated Model 3, Has the Stance of the Ford Mustang Mach-E, and the World's Best Technology
By Chris Johnston on
The media reports that the Tesla Model Y refresh is a failure, but the sales data paints a more complicated picture.
A matte black Tesla Model Y is parked at a Tesla charging station surrounded by greenery. The scene conveys a modern, eco-friendly vibe.
My Tesla Model Y's FSD Just Drove Me Across Three States With Zero Interventions and Even Through Rain, So I Basically Pressed 'Start' and Then a Robot Drove Me for 5.5 Hours
By Aram Krajekian on
A Tesla Model Y owner watched his car drive 325 miles across three states in without a single intervention, showing just how close autonomous road trips may be to becoming everyday reality.
Kevin's 2025 Tesla Model Y
I Had No Idea When I Bought This Tesla Model Y I’d Be a Car Guy Again, I Spent More Than My Payment in 2 Weeks on Accessories, and My Amazon Cart Is Still Full
By Denis Flierl on
Once just a minimalist EV, the Tesla Model Y is now a blank canvas for a new kind of "car guy." This owner spent more than his monthly payment on accessories, and he's not done, proving that the drive to customize is here to stay, even without an engine.
2025 Toyota Tundra
2025 Toyota Tundra Owner’s Comment, “I Picked Up My Tundra’s Tags, and Jaws Were On the Floor as I Made My Way Around the Dealership,” Ignites a Firestorm
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Tundra owner is happy with his truck, there are no problems, and then he drives to the Toyota dealer, where he parades it around the dealer's lot. He says jaws were on the floor, then he gets lit up with negative comments. What do you think?
Rear three-quarter view of a white Tesla Model 3 Highland in an industrial wind tunnel testing environment with dramatic red lighting. The sleek aerodynamic design is highlighted by performance tires and minimalist rear end.
I Drove My 2024 Tesla Model 3 Long Range 13,561 Miles In One Year, Averaging 4.40 Miles Per kWh While Road-Tripping From California To Seattle
By Noah Washington on
One year and 13,561 miles later, a Tesla Model 3 Long Range has taken its owner on road trips from California to Seattle. Find out why he calls his car an "absolute dream."
A futuristic black and silver electric truck parked on rocky terrain, with an orange kayak secured on its roof.
My Cybertruck Has Developed Persistent Wind Noise After 60 Days In Service, Tesla Damaged My Dashboard During Repairs, And Now I'm Waiting On Lemon Law Lawyers
By Noah Washington on
A Cybertruck owner reports a frustrating pattern of issues, from wind noise to a dashboard damaged by a Tesla service technician. Is Tesla's quality control falling short on its most ambitious vehicle yet?
Cars Most Likely to Require a Gas Can in Your Trunk
Avoid These Cars With the Worst Fuel Economy
By Timothy Boyer on
When the tank runs low on your car, here's why fuel economy should be your top car-buying priority, and which models Consumer Reports found are the worst.
SUVs Comfortable Enough to Sleep In Recommended by Consumer Reports
The Most Comfortable SUVs of 2025 Recommended by Consumer Reports
By Timothy Boyer on
Finding a comfortable SUV isn't just about soft seats; it's about how easy the controls are to use, how clearly you can see out, how passengers feel in the back, and how quiet the cabin stays on the highway.
Consumer Reports Says 2025 Lincoln Navigator is Not for Everyone
Consumer Reports Fails the 2025 Lincoln Navigator ― The Driver Is Left With a Unique Steering Wheel Design That Feels Utterly Unnatural to Use. Parking Maneuvers Feel Like Rotating a Book: Horizontal, Vertical, Horizontal
By Timothy Boyer on
A recent review of the 2025 Lincoln Navigator by Consumer Reports reveals that it is little more than an overpriced Expedition.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Buyer Says Tesla Delivered His New Truck With Visible Glue Residue & a Broken Front Trunk – Adds, “Now I’ve to Take a Day Off From Work To Get My New Truck Fixed”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner claims that a Tesla salesperson tricked him into accepting a defective truck, assuring him it would be repaired during a mobile service visit. He now reports that he must drive four hours to a Tesla service center for repairs.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says Authorities Are Refusing to Arrest the 16-Year-Old Who Vandalized His Truck – Adds, “He’s a Minor, but I Feel Sad He’s Not Going to Jail”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he was able to record footage of a 16-year-old vandalizing his vehicle. However, despite having the evidence, the owner says the authorities will not arrest the perpetrator because he is a minor.
2025 Chevrolet Colorado
6 Weeks Ago I Bought a 2025 Chevy Colorado ZR2, and I Liked It So Much I Bought My Wife a 2025 Colorado Z71, These Trucks Are Amazing
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Chevy Colorado ZR2 owner liked his black truck so much that he bought his wife a red 2025 Colorado Z71 pickup. Check out this incredible story of Lloyd and why he bought two new Chevy Colorado trucks in six weeks. 
2021 Toyota Highlander
I Ditched My Jeep Wrangler For a Toyota Highlander, the Highlander’s Transmission Doesn't Compare With All the Jeep Issues, I Got Tired of the Money Pit
By Denis Flierl on
Fed up with his "money pit" Jeep Wrangler, Jeff traded it for a 2021 Toyota Highlander XLE. He's dreaming of retirement and believes his new ride will be a comfortable, reliable companion on the road ahead. Will the Highlander be as reliable as he thinks?
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “Running ole Beauford At Prolonged Triple Digits, He Sucks the Juice Like an Old School Big Block Chevy”
By Denis Flierl on
A Cybertruck owner has a need for speed. But hitting prolonged triple digits makes it a thirsty beast, sucking down juice like an old-school big block Chevy. The future of speed might be electric, but it comes at a high cost. Check out Dewayne's story. 
For 7 Days I Reviewed The 2025 Subaru Outback Touring XTSDL, and It Was Smooth, Comfortable, and Still The Wagon-SUV America Loves
For 7 Days I Reviewed The 2025 Subaru Outback Touring XT/SDL, and It Was Smooth, Comfortable, and Still The Wagon-SUV America Loves
By Armen Hareyan on
I found the 2025 Subaru Outback Touring XT unexpectedly smoother and more enjoyable than I imagined, and it left me curious to hear how it feels for you behind the wheel.
Split image showing a Rivian's digital dashboard and a close-up of a black wheel. The dashboard displays various metrics like direction, battery, and tire pressure. The wheel is rugged with visible tread and a yellow brake caliper. The image conveys a modern automotive theme.
I Swapped the Tires on My Rivian R1S to See the Real-World Efficiency Impact, So Here’s What We Learned Comparing It With Our R1T After 1,600 Miles
By Aram Krajekian on
Most wouldn’t think that changing tires could tell you this much about your EV, but 1,600 miles later, one Rivian owner has a whole new perspective.
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