Automotive News (Page 87)

Automotive News

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.

I Paid Too Much For My 2024 Toyota RAV4 Because the Dealer Stung Me By Issuing a Verbally Undisclosed Credit Card For an Extra $1,500 Down Payment

By Denis Flierl on February 19, 2025 - 6:23AM

Have you purchased a new car only to find out the salesman didn't explain or disclose everything to you? Here is Jonathan's unbelievable story of a deal gone wrong for a 2024 Toyota RAV4. Here is his warning that all new car buyers should be aware of.

2025 Mazda CX-30 Turbo Premium Plus Red Color

The 2025 Mazda CX-30 Is a Great Car For A Reasonable Price, Visibility Is Excellent And There Is A Long List of Safety Features

By Armen Hareyan on February 18, 2025 - 9:12PM

Mazda’s been making waves, aiming to slide into that entry-level luxury lane and let me tell you, the 2025 CX-30 might just be the car that proves they’re onto something big.

I Sold My Tesla for a BMW i4, But the Tech Disappointed Me, and I’m Holding Out for the Rivian R3X

By Narek Hareyan on February 18, 2025 - 8:59PM

I sold my Tesla for a BMW i4, expecting a refined driving experience, but the tech left me frustrated, now I’m holding out for the Rivian R3X, hoping it finally delivers the seamless innovation I’ve been missing.

I Did The Best Upgrade I’ve Ever Done, I Took the Risk and Swapped HID for LEDThe Difference Is Insane

I Did The Best Upgrade on my Chevy Bolt I’ve Ever Done, I Took the Risk and Swapped HID for LED The Difference Is Insane

By Narek Hareyan on February 18, 2025 - 8:12PM

Discover how swapping your HID headlights for LED on your Chevy Bolt can transform your night driving experience and ignite a heated debate among car enthusiasts, share your thoughts and join the conversation.

Scout Terra in front of farmhouse, ready for a day of work!

Blythewood’s Bet on the Future: How the Scout Motors Traveler and Terra are Driving Community Transformation

By Mikey Garcia on February 18, 2025 - 5:33PM

Scout Motors is transforming Blythewood, SC, with a $2B EV factory, 4,000 jobs, and community forums to ensure transparency and local involvement. A true partnership in progress.

Tesla to Bring Back Physical Turn Signal Stalks to the Model 3 as Part of a Mid-Cycle Refresh

By Tinsae Aregay on February 18, 2025 - 1:49PM

Leaked information from a Tesla insider hints that “Tesla will soon add turn signal stalks to the Model 3." This move follows Tesla’s latest decision to keep the physical turn signal indicator on the refreshed Model Y.

Your Vehicle Bumper is Not a Snowplow Warning

Toyota 4Runner Owner Asks, "Who Needs A Snowplow When You Have A Perfectly Good Front Bumper?" Those Who Don't Mind Wasting $1,000 On a Bad Idea But Willing to DIY Fix Their Mistake For A Few Dollars

By Timothy Boyer on February 18, 2025 - 11:09AM

Here's a warning about why driving into snow over a few inches thick is a bad idea for most vehicles, and the Genius MacGyver fix that will save you a lot of money and embarrassment when you do.

2024 Toyota Tacoma Owner Says, “I Change the Oil In My Tacoma Every 3,500 Miles, I Don’t Care That Toyota Says Change It Every 10,000 Miles”

By Denis Flierl on February 18, 2025 - 10:39AM

How often should you change the oil in a new Toyota Tacoma pickup? Toyota recommends a 10,000-mile oil change interval. However, Joe Carter says he changes his every 3,500 miles regardless of what Toyota says. Who's right, and what should owners do?

Tesla Model Y Owner Says, “I Made a Delivery To a Building’s Unplowed Parking Lot, I Was Pushing Snow With My Bumper, and My Y Took It Like a Champ”

By Denis Flierl on February 18, 2025 - 5:54AM

Are Tesla vehicles good in the snow, and should you buy one if you live in a snowy climate? Rob wasn't afraid to drive his Model Y in deep snow and says it performed like a champ. Here's what Tesla buyers need to know. There's more to fear than snow.

I Replaced the Battery in My 2022 Bolt EUV Premier After Propulsion Issues and Charging Problems, and Here's How It Affects the Value

By Narek Hareyan on February 17, 2025 - 4:17PM

Discover how replacing the battery in my 2022 Bolt EUV Premier after serious propulsion issues not only affected its performance but could also change its resale value, and learn how you can avoid similar pitfalls.

My Rivian’s Phone Key System Left Me No Choice but to Use Dog Mode to Keep My Wife Comfortable in the Car

By Narek Hareyan on February 17, 2025 - 3:16PM

Rivian’s phone key system promises convenience, but what happens when it leaves you in a hilarious, and frustrating, situation? Find out how owners are navigating this new tech and share your own experience.

Tesla Cybertruck Owners Call For a Counter-Protest to Show Support for Elon Musk; Say “200 Cybertrucks Surrounding The Anti-Tesla Protestors Will Show Them Who the Majority Is”

By Tinsae Aregay on February 17, 2025 - 1:37PM

Cybertruck owners across the US are banding together to launch a pro-Elon Musk counter-protest at Tesla service centers. They say showing up with 200 Cybertrucks will prove they are the majority.

Chart comparing Tesla Model 3 to Honda Civic by John Goreham

2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid EV Offers a Great Alternative to Tesla’s Model 3 Long Range RWD For Those Who Are Unpleased With Elon Musk’s Political Activities

By John Goreham on February 17, 2025 - 12:15PM

We compare and contrast the Tesla Model 3 Long Range Rear Wheel Drive sedan to the 2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid-electric Vehicle. Could this be the alternative that shoppers are looking for during these politically charged times?

Cheaper New Cars Can Cost You More Warns Toyota Expert

Toyota Expert from Japan Reveals, "If You Do The Analysis Correctly, You Might Find That Cheaper Cars Are Not Always Cheaper To Own"

By Timothy Boyer on February 17, 2025 - 11:36AM

Here is how to think like an engineer and use life-cycle cost analysis to calculate the best way to buy a car and determine which model is right for you including one Toyota model you might be buying for the wrong reason.

Image of 2025 Civic Sport Touring Hybrid-Electric car courtesy of Honda

If You Are Considering Green Cars, and Don’t Want Charging Hassles or an SUV, Consider the 2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid-Electric Hatchback for Its’ EV-like Ride, Amazing Energy Economy, and Value

By John Goreham on February 17, 2025 - 10:38AM

In our review of the 2025 Honda Civic Sport Hybrid-Electric vehicle, we will examine how it compares and contrasts with a battery-electric vehicle for those looking to buy a green vehicle.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “Driving My Cybertruck Has Been a Transformative Experience, It Reshaped My Daily Commute and My Outlook On Life”

By Denis Flierl on February 17, 2025 - 8:03AM

Are you tired of the negative stories about the Cybertruck? One Cybertruck owner's viewpoint sheds light on the controversial truck. Erdal Calgary has owned his Cybertruck for ten months and couldn't be happier. Check out his transformative story.

Lexus LBX trademarked in the US. New engines, likely to appear on US models.

A New Lexus Compact Crossover Is Coming To The US, Set On Stealing Clients From BMW And Mercedes

By Dimitar Angelov on February 17, 2025 - 7:14AM

The Lexus LBX was recently trademarked for the US, replacing the slow-selling UX, and promising to make life difficult for the BMW X1 and Mercedes GLA.

I Bought a 2024 Ford F-150 Platinum and Someone Stole My Taillights, It Cost Over $3,000 For the Pair, and I Was the 6th Guy Into the Dealer That Day

By Denis Flierl on February 17, 2025 - 6:09AM

Thieves are targeting the Ford F-150, but they aren’t stealing the trucks themselves; instead, they’re taking the taillights. Check out the story of a 2024 F-150 owner and what happened to his truck. Here’s what every Ford F-Series owner needs to know.

A Tesla Cybertruck Buyer From Tennessee Says He’s Trading In His Toyota Tundra for a Cybertruck Because of “All The Great Work Elon Musk is Doing for Our Country”

By Tinsae Aregay on February 17, 2025 - 4:26AM

A Tesla owner recently visited a Tesla store in Tennessee and met two older gentlemen who were there to buy a Cybertruck. One of the older gentlemen said he’s trading in his Toyota Tundra for a Cybertruck specifically because he’s happy with Elon Musk.

How Chevrolet Will Use This Blazer EV.R NASCAR Prototype to Make Future EVs Better

By Mary Conway on February 16, 2025 - 7:19PM

This is a huge weekend in the NASCAR racing world. The Daytona 500 starts the season. Chevy is unveiling a racing EV prototype that will help the company build better EVs.

A closeup of a Silver Equinox EV Front End

Chevrolet Equinox EV Proves The Hype Is Real As It Also Becomes MotorWeek’s 2025 Best of The Year Winner

By Mikey Garcia on February 16, 2025 - 1:55PM

Forget everything you thought you knew about EVs. The Chevrolet Equinox EV is MotorWeek’s 2025 Best of the Year, and it’s a game-changer.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Died as He Was Driving in Reverse – Lost All Power & Ended Up Sliding Onto Other Vehicles; Now the Owner Says Tesla Should Pay for the Property Damage

By Tinsae Aregay on February 16, 2025 - 9:40AM

A Tesla Cybertruck owner says his truck lost all power while he was going in reverse. Without steering, cameras, and partial brake failure, he ended up rolling onto other vehicles in a parking lot. Now, the Owner wants Tesla to pay for the damages.

My 2024 Genesis GV80 Just Told Me My Posture Is Bad and Now It’s Giving Me a Massage, I Didn’t Turn This On and I Really Don’t Know What’s Going On

By Denis Flierl on February 16, 2025 - 7:54AM

What do you think about the current technology in new cars today? Have the automakers gone too far? You might say yes after reading Isabella's story of her Genesis GV80 luxury car.

“This Is How Life Feels With My $6,000 1997 Toyota Corolla With 78K Miles and No Car Payment”

By Denis Flierl on February 16, 2025 - 6:36AM

This is how you should buy a car if you are younger, want financial security, and want to remain debt-free. Check out this story of Rissa, who purchased a 1997 Toyota Corolla for only $6,000. Here is her inspiring story of what to do and what not to do.

I’m Considering an Ioniq 6 Limited, But Reddit Has Me Worried About the Bose Sound System, Here’s What I Discovered

By Narek Hareyan on February 15, 2025 - 11:00PM

Is the Bose sound system in the Hyundai Ioniq 6 Limited a dealbreaker or is it just misunderstood? Find out what real owners are saying and share your own experience.

Ford is Recalling More than 90,000 2021-2022 Super Duty Trucks and 2021 Expeditions Because of Potentially Bad Backup Cameras

By Mary Conway on February 15, 2025 - 9:09PM

Many automakers have had problems with back up cameras. It is an important safety concern, especially with the larger vehicles, because if you can't see what is behind you, you can hit someone or something.

31,000 Miles In, My 2021 Toyota Tundra Apparently Has "Sludge Build-Up" and Offered To Flush It For Another $50, But I Have Kept Up With The Oil Changes Every 5K

By Armen Hareyan on February 15, 2025 - 12:02PM

After 31,000 miles of meticulous oil changes, a routine service visit turned into an unexpected and unsettling accusation. Does my 2021 Toyota Tundra really have sludge buildup, or is this just another shady upsell tactic?

Toyota Truck Seller Admits Deceiving Used Car Shoppers

By Timothy Boyer on February 15, 2025 - 10:51AM

An experienced car seller says CarFax is a fraud and tells how he recently deceived a used truck shopper with a Toyota sale.

I Just Bought a 2025 Honda Civic Sport With Only $1K Down, a Co-Signer and Have a $558 Payment, Because I Wanted a Brand New Car With CarPlay

By Denis Flierl on February 15, 2025 - 10:15AM

You can’t make this stuff up. A woman purchased a 2025 Honda Civic with $1,000 down, she needed a co-signer and has a $558 car payment. She made the deal because she wanted Apple CarPlay and a new car. How smart is this? And there’s more to this story.

I Didn't Think My 2024 Toyota Tacoma Off Road Would Lose So Much Value After Just One Year, the Dealer Only Offered Me $38,000 Trade-In

By Denis Flierl on February 15, 2025 - 7:04AM

A 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner took his truck to the dealer after only owning it one year, and the value has dropped significantly. He is wondering why they only offered him $38,000. Should all new Tacoma owners be worried about their resale value?

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