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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.

Why the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD Feels Like the Pickup You Didn’t Know You Needed
Why the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD Feels Like the Pickup You Didn’t Know You Needed
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz delivers an unexpected blend of comfort, capability, and tech that will make you question everything you thought you knew about compact pickups.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Local Car Wash is Refusing to Clean His Truck – Adds “I’m Too Lazy to Clean It Myself, I Don’t Know What to Do”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that his usual car wash refused to serve him, providing a vague explanation that the truck might be too big. However, he doesn’t believe them and suspects he was denied service due to anti-Elon Musk sentiment.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says Her Door Keeps Mysteriously Opening on Its Own When No One Is Around – Adds, “The Cybertruck Alarm Goes Off in the Middle of the Night Saying the Doors Are Open”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says she’s confused why her doors keep opening by themselves when the Cybertruck is parked at night or at work. She mentions that the only recent change she made is tinting her windows.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Cybertruck Owner Claims Tesla is Punishing Him for Choosing to Drive His Truck Manually Instead of Relying On FSD – Adds, “I’m Getting Penalized For Enjoying Driving My Cybertruck”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he really enjoys driving his truck, but Tesla is penalizing him for choosing to drive manually instead of relying on Tesla’s FSD software. He adds that it’s unfair to be punished for simply enjoying driving his Cybertruck.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado
I Got Rid Of My Chevy Silverado’s Nitto Trail Grappler M/T’s and Put On Some BFGoodrich KO2 A/T Tires, the On-Road Difference Is Huge
By Denis Flierl on
In a heated Facebook discussion, Octavio shares his journey from Nitto Trail Grapplers to BFGoodrich KO2s on his Chevy Silverado. I'll dissect the strengths and weaknesses of both tires, guiding truck owners towards the best choice for their needs.
Tesla Model 3 Performance
I Was a Tesla Hater Saying It’s a Microwave, Has No Soul, and It’s Boring, But I Just Picked Up a Model 3 Performance, and Man I’ve Been Missing Out
By Denis Flierl on
From hating Teslas to owning one, a lifelong "car guy" discovers the unexpected thrill of the Model 3 Performance. The instant torque and surprising FSD tech won him over, proving that even a microwave on wheels can have soul. Check out Tim's story. 
Updated CR Recommendations for Fuel-Efficient SUVs
The Best Fuel-Efficient SUVs You Can Buy Today
By Timothy Boyer on
Consumer Reports' latest listing of fuel-efficient small and midsized SUV model recommendations that can save you money without sacrificing the utility consumers want in today's SUVs.
GM Shuts Down Some EV Manufacturing
GM's Electric Detour: A Necessary Pause And A Sign of Trouble As GM Pauses EV Manufacturing
By Rob Enderle on
General Motors has paused production of its high-end EVs in response to slowing global demand, fierce competition from Chinese automakers, and the realization that affordable models are key to mass-market success.
Rivian Charging
Rivian's Open Road: Charging a New Path in the EV Race
By Rob Enderle on
By strategically expanding its highly reliable, open-access charging network and cultivating a unique adventure-focused brand, Rivian is effectively challenging Tesla's long-held dominance in the EV market.
Necessary EV Range Is A Matter Of Perspective
The Great EV Range Miscalculation: Why We Don’t Really Need 300 EV Miles Of Range
By Rob Enderle on
A recent study showing that EV drivers use only a small fraction of their car's total range daily, combined with expanding charging infrastructure, suggests the industry should pivot from a costly 300-mile range standard to something shorter.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Brand-New Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says Everything on the Left Side of His Truck Stopped Working Less Than 24 Hours After He Bought it – Adds, “The Passenger Side Doors, Windows & Lights Don’t Work”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that after only a 2-hour drive from the delivery center, everything on the left side of his truck stopped working. The passenger-side doors, windows, and lights don’t function, but he can’t get a service appointment for a month.
Three electric cars parked on a driveway: a Tesla Cybertruck is on the left, a white Honda Prologue in the middle, and a sleek gray Genesis on the right. A modern house and open garage are in the background.
My Honda Prologue Has the Best Range Out of All My EVs By Far, Beating Out My Tesla Cybertruck and Kia EV6 With 330 Miles of Range
By Aram Krajekian on
Not many people would expect Honda’s Prologue to beat Tesla or Kia on distance, but this driver claims it's the range king in his garage.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says “No Vehicle is Perfect, but The Cybertruck Comes Close.” Adds, “It’s Been a Few Days Since I Bought It and I Couldn’t be Happier”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says it’s been a few days since he bought his truck, and he thinks it’s the closest vehicle he’s ever seen to perfect. He adds that he’s glad he didn’t listen to all the negativity and went ahead and bought a Cybertruck.
train crossing
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Doesn’t Recognize Railroad Crossings – Adds, “The Gate Was Closing With Flashing Lights & Bells, but the Cybertruck Kept Accelerating Towards the Oncoming Train”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner finally tested his long-held suspicion that his truck’s full self-driving software doesn’t recognize railroad crossing gates. He had to slam on the brakes to stop the Cybertruck from driving directly into an oncoming train.
Image shows a Hyundai dealer service area performing repairs on various models
My Hyundai Dealer Says That My 2024 Ioniq 5 with Just 10,500 Miles Needs a $150 Alignment, but There Is No Abnormal Tire Wear or Pulling - Is This a Scam?
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases a 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner, who is concerned that his dealer may be suggesting an alignment that he does not need. How can he trust this dealer, and how can he know if he really does need an alignment?
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “I Sold All My Gas & Diesel Vehicles 6 Months Ago to Switch to a Cybertruck For My Farm.” Adds, “It’s Been a Nightmare Since Then”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner sold all his gasoline vehicles six months ago to use a Cybertruck on his farm. Since then, he reports facing several issues, adding, “It overheats when I drive just a few hundred yards from my house to the chicken coop.”
2024 Chevrolet Silverado
I Took My 2024 Chevy Silverado In For the 6.2L Recall, and the Dealer Put My Oil Change at 3K Instead of 5K, Is This the New Oil Change Maintenance?
By Denis Flierl on
After a Chevy Silverado 6.2L engine recall, the dealer unexpectedly cut the oil change interval from 5K to 3K miles. Is this new Silverado maintenance schedule a hidden cost or a necessary evil post-recall? Here is what Silverado owners need to know. 
2024 Toyota Tacoma
I Love My Tacoma But, the Toyota Dealer Just Ruined My Owner Experience, and It Makes Me Wonder If I Can Ever Trust Them
By Denis Flierl on
After one year of loving her new Toyota Tacoma, Carla takes it in for a routine oil change and service. But what should have been a simple appointment turns into a frustrating ordeal, leaving her to question whether she can ever trust the dealer again. 
2026 Cadillac Lyriq in green, front view showcasing distinctive grille and LED headlights.
Driving My Cadillac Lyriq 129 Miles From Palm Beach To Naples Used 64% Battery While Multiple Electrify America Chargers Were Out Of Service, Forcing 30-Minute Detour To Tesla Chargers
By Noah Washington on
A Cadillac Lyriq owner's 129-mile trip to Naples, Florida, used 64% of his battery, raising questions about real-world range. Find out what surprised him most about the journey.
2025 Mercedes EQS Sedan in black, three-quarter view showing distinctive grille, LED headlights, and intricate alloy wheels.
Three Months With My Amazing Mercedes EQS Revealed Major Frustration With Retracting Door Handles That Require Multiple Pulls And Constantly Lock Me Out Of My Own Car
By Noah Washington on
The Mercedes EQS is a masterpiece of electric engineering, but a frustrating flaw with its retracting door handles is testing one owner's patience.
Mechanic Career Advice for the Young
I Want to Be a Mechanic, but Everyone Is So Negative About It
By Timothy Boyer on
"Do what you love, and you'll never work a day in your life." That's the kind of career advice young people often hear. However, when it comes to becoming a mechanic, it's not always that simple.
Image of Tesla showroom by John Goreham
Here’s Why, How, and When EVs Will Drop From 8% to Just 5% Market Share In the U.S.
By John Goreham on
Federal support for EVs in America has shifted from all-in to abjectly hostile. EV market share had already flatlined, so what is about to happen in Q4 and beyond? Here’s how EVs lose share and settle in at around 5% U.S. market share, down from 8%.
Do All Repairs and Services Require a Diagnostic Fee Question
This Is the Equivalent of Charging a Diagnostic Fee When the Customer Wants Wiper Blades Replaced: Dealership Scam or Normal Business Practice?
By Timothy Boyer on
Does every repair or service require a diagnostic fee? Be the judge and find out how to DIY this car owner's problem, then decide on the best way to protect your car from wheel theft.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He’s Listing His House for Sale Together With the Truck – Adds, “The Cybertruck Will Attract Affluent Buyers Who Will Pay in Cash”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares his plan to use the truck to sell his house. He believes that including the Cybertruck in the house listing will attract wealthier clients and also help with marketing and spreading the word.
2025 McLaren Artura Spider charges on an Emporia Level 2 EV charger inside a lucky person's garage
Two-Year Testing Update of the Emporia Level 2 EV Charger - Here’s How This Unit Holds Up to Regular Use With Virtually Every EV Model Sold In America
By John Goreham on
Two years ago, we began testing an EV charger from Emporia. Little did we know just how valuable this charger would end up being for our daily electric vehicle testing.
Toyota Tundra and a new Tesla Model 3
New Tesla Model 3 Owner Says, “I Was a Life Long Toyota Dude, But My Wife Getting the Model Y Changed My Worldview, and Now My Tundra Is In the Wind”
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Tundra owner has changed in his worldview since his wife bought a Tesla Model Y. What did he do? He purchased a 2025 Tesla Model 3 and says he'll never go back to an ICE vehicle again. Check out Samuel's surprising Toyota to Tesla story. 
Kaiya's 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
The Toyota Dealer Quoted Me $1,500 to ‘Refresh’ My 2021 RAV4 Hybrid System, and Now, I’m Glad I Turned It Down Because It Was a Scam
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owner feels like her Toyota dealer is giving her the runaround. Kaiya saw a drop in her MPG and was told that her RAV4 hybrid system needed a $ 1,500 'refresh'. Now, she wonders if this service is a scam or a necessary repair.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Cybertruck Buyer Says, “I Need Help Getting My Money Back from Tesla” – Adds “I Rejected the Cybertruck Delivery Because The Truck Has a Missing Pillar, but Now Tesla Is Refusing to Refund My $15,582 Deposit”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck buyer says he went to pick up his brand-new truck, but Tesla tried to deliver it with a large trim piece missing. He rejected the delivery and canceled his order, but now he’s having trouble getting his $15,582 down payment back.
A blue 2026 Kia EV9 with modern styling drives on a winding road through green hills and mountains, conveying a sense of adventure and freedom.
I Keep Hearing About EV Range Anxiety, But I Charge My Tesla Model 3 and Kia EV9 Overnight at Home for Pennies With Great Range
By Aram Krajekian on
Range anxiety gets thrown at EVs all the time, yet this owner shows how charging a Tesla Model 3 and Kia EV9 at home flips the narrative when compared to his Mustang.
Xavier Aleman's Tesla Model 3 and Model Y in the garage
Tesla Model 3 Owner Says, “Tesla Insurance is By Far the Cheapest, But I'm Getting Scammed With Excessive Speeding While Barely Going 40 MPH”
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Model 3 owner is concerned about Tesla's "excessive speeding" being reported on his insurance. Other owners are frustrated, saying their score drops even at low speeds and when FSD isn't active. Is this a glitch or something else?
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