Automotive News (Page 95)

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.

A Simple Screen Adapter Install Turned Into a "Dead In The Garage Cybertruck," But Tesla Kindly Gave Me the Internal Playbook to Re-activate Any “Bricked” Cybertruck

By Tinsae Aregay on January 22, 2025 - 4:45AM

A Florida man bricks his Cybertruck trying to add an aftermarket modification. Here is the internal step-by-step guide Tesla gave him that restored his truck and can also re-activate any other dead Cybertruck.

I've Hit 180,000 Miles in My 2018 Dual Motor Long Range Model 3 And This Is What My Maintenance Involved

By Armen Hareyan on January 21, 2025 - 8:20PM

How one Tesla Model 3 owner conquered 180,000 miles with minimal maintenance, a mysterious $2,500 repair, and a battery that still powers through. Could your EV handle the same?

I've Leased My Ioniq 5 For The Past 4 Months, But My Thoughts Are in 2026 When My Lease Expires And I Have To Decide If This Is The Right EV For My Brutally-Cold State

By David Black on January 21, 2025 - 8:04PM

This story of a new EV owner’s journey with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 in brutal subzero temperatures is a real eye-opener. Are EVs just a fair-weather friend, or a true year-round contender?

Although The 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's Features Appeal To Me, I Chose The Honda CR-V Hybrid For These Key Reasons

By Harutiun Hareyan on January 21, 2025 - 7:33PM

In a previous article, I explained why 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners chose the RAV4 over the Honda CR-V. Turns out, the CR-V has more to offer than we thought.

Tesla cars still at Level 2 autonomy despite what many owners believe

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Narrowly Avoids An Accident. Too Much Faith in The Truck's FSD?

By Dimitar Angelov on January 21, 2025 - 11:58AM

Tesla Cybertruck features Level 2 autonomy with FSD, but sometimes owners forget that they still have to be involved in the driving process.

What Happens When Rust Eats Your Vehicle's Frame

They Did Not Want To Do The Work To Properly Protect This 2024 Toyota Says This Expert―The Differences Between The Different Undercoats and What You Should Expect From Having Your Car Undercoated.

By Timothy Boyer on January 21, 2025 - 11:22AM

An example of a Toyota owner's undercoating that the undercoating industry does not want you to see. Plus, what to look for after your car has been undercoated to ensure it was done right and what product is recommended.

I Am Reviewing The 2024 Land Rover Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE, and I Think This Is A Rugged Luxury Vehicle For Those Who Want No Compromises For a Tough SUV

By John Goreham on January 21, 2025 - 8:17AM

We test the 2024 Land Rover Defender's larger two-door variant and come away with a newfound respect for tough SUVs done right.

I Love My Subaru Crosstrek, and It Has This Little Thing That a Lot Of People Don’t Even Know About It, No Other Car Does This

By Denis Flierl on January 21, 2025 - 6:46AM

Subaru offers a unique feature for all its vehicles that few owners know about. Addie owns a Subaru Crosstrek and discovered the distinctive feature almost accidentally because Subaru doesn't advertise it. Here is Addie's unique feature and story.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Celebrates 3 Months Without Any Issues – Says “I Won’t Downgrade to Any Other Vehicle, Even Another Tesla”

By Tinsae Aregay on January 21, 2025 - 5:52AM

A Tesla Cybertruck owner shares how happy he is after his truck did not experience any issues in the first 3 months since he bought it. Elated by this experience, he says he will never buy any vehicle other than a Cybertruck—Not even another Tesla.

After Falling In Love With My Tesla Cybertruck Test Drive, I Don't Want To Jump The Gun Until Other Owners Answered Some FAQs For Me

By Harutiun Hareyan on January 21, 2025 - 1:10AM

Before committing to the Tesla Cybertruck, this future owner sought out answers to key questions from experienced owners. Find out what they had to say and why it’s making him think twice.

When I Am Asked About My Electric Bill, I Tell Them My Chevy Bolt's Cost Per Mile, But When I Ask them, Their Eyes Are Like Deer In The Headlights

By David Black on January 20, 2025 - 10:45PM

Ever wonder how your car's cost per mile stacks up to an EV like the Chevy Bolt? One driver’s eye-opening response left gas car owners speechless. Let's find out why.

Does Anyone See Any Future for EVs in California If Electric Prices Keep Going Up?

By David Black on January 20, 2025 - 7:09PM

Can EVs thrive in California with electricity prices surging? As costs soar, the Golden State's clean transportation dreams face a critical crossroad. Explore whether innovation can power through, or if drivers will rethink their road to sustainability.

Pie chart of 2024 EV deliveries in America by John Goreham

Why U.S. EV Adoption Is Stuck at 8% Despite More Models and Incentives

By John Goreham on January 20, 2025 - 2:29PM

The chart at top of page illustrates how little EV market share in the U.S. market changed from 2023 to the year that has just ended, 2024. Let’s analyze the facts.

A Texas Based Private Security Firm Announces “The First-Ever Security Tesla Cybertruck”

By Tinsae Aregay on January 20, 2025 - 11:08AM

A Texas-based private security firm, Strong Man Protection Services LLC, says the company has rolled out “the first-ever security Tesla Cybertruck. The truck is intended to provide various security services.

The 2027 Toyota GR86 could have more in common with a Honda S2000

I Think Toyota Just Made A Big Mistake With The New Toyota GR86

By Dimitar Angelov on January 20, 2025 - 8:15AM

The next generation of Toyota's entry-level sports car might not be quite what we hoped for. Here's what I found out about the next-generation GR86's new engine.

Chief Analyst Says, “Remember When the Cybertruck Was Going To Be Tesla’s F-150? I Think the Tesla Cybertruck Can Officially Be Considered a Flop”

By Denis Flierl on January 20, 2025 - 7:54AM

Should the Tesla Cybertruck be considered a flop? According to two top analysts, the electric truck is comical, has not met Elon Musk's projected sales, and can't compete with the Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado. What is the future of Cybertruck?

Tesla Appears to be Throttling the Charging Speed of Cybertruck Owners With Free Supercharger Access – Several Cybertruck Owners Show They Can’t Get Charging Speeds Above 100 kW

By Tinsae Aregay on January 20, 2025 - 7:49AM

Several Cybertruck owners with free supercharger access have come forward with their suspicion that Tesla is throttling their charging speeds. These individuals show that their Cybertrucks can’t charge faster than 100 kW.

How My Lucid Air Turned a Highway Nightmare Into a Story of Survival

By Noah Washington on January 20, 2025 - 12:09AM

I stopped in traffic, and a speeding car came out of nowhere, but what happened next proved my Lucid Air is more than just luxury, it’s a lifesaver car, thank God.

Don’t Be Fooled by These Jeeps, They’re Hiding Alfa Romeo’s Secret Weapon A Sneak Peek at the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Hiding in Plain Sight Under a Jeep

By Noah Washington on January 20, 2025 - 12:04AM

What if I told you your rugged Jeep might secretly be a fire-breathing Alfa Romeo in disguise?

NHTSA Investigating Claims that Nearly 900,000 GM Vehicles Have Faulty Engines- Includes Silverados, Sierras, Tahoes and Yukons

By Mary Conway on January 19, 2025 - 7:29PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has received more than three-dozens complaints about engines seizing up.

I Tried To Use My 2024 Toyota Tundra Remote Start Five Times, and It Still Won’t Work, It’s Perfect Weather For It But I Can’t Use It

By Denis Flierl on January 19, 2025 - 2:27PM

Having a remote start on your new 2024 Toyota Tundra is desirable, especially in this week's arctic cold. Adam purchased a Tundra truck thinking he had a remote start, but when he tried to use it, it wouldn't work. Here is Adam's disappointing story.

"As-Is" Used Car Help Requested by Veteran

This Guy Sold Me A Defective Car, And I'm A Veteran

By Timothy Boyer on January 19, 2025 - 1:31PM

An "I believe I was scammed and could use some advice," plea for help raises important information everyone needs to understand when buying a used vehicle from a dealership or personal seller. Plus, how you can help this veteran.

My Son’s Tesla Model 3 Seats Burned From the Inside Out After the Heating Coils Warmed Up Excessively – Tesla Told Me to Call 911

By Tinsae Aregay on January 19, 2025 - 8:37AM

A concerned mother says her son’s Tesla Model 3 ran into a bizarre issue while he was driving from California to Colorado. The seats started to burn from the inside out in the outline of the heating coils. Tesla responded, telling her to call 911.

My 2024 GMC Acadia Transmission Failed With 950 Miles On It, It Was Slipping and Wouldn’t Go Into Drive or Reverse After I Took It Back To the Dealer

By Denis Flierl on January 19, 2025 - 7:31AM

Imagine buying a new 2024 GMC Acadia, and the transmission fails before it has 1,000 miles on it. The new SUV has been in the shop for more days than you’ve owned it. That happened to Marc, who is wondering if he should have purchased a Honda instead.

I Am On My Second 2024 Toyota Tacoma This Year, and I Think I Will Always Own a Tacoma For The Rest of My Life

By Armen Hareyan on January 19, 2025 - 1:09AM

Discover why one lifelong Toyota fan insists he'll never own anything but a Tacoma again, and see if his story matches your own truck experience

Remarkably, The 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Is an Actual Driver's Car That's Also a Spacious Hauler With Mid-Engine Design

By Armen Hareyan on January 19, 2025 - 12:21AM

The 2025 Mazda CX-90 Plug-in Hybrid is redefining the three-row SUV game with its luxurious design, electrified powertrain, and driving dynamics that make every trip unforgettable. Don’t miss our in-depth review after I tested it for Torque News.

Ram is Canceling its Extended Range Version of the Ram 1500 REV Pickup

By Mary Conway on January 18, 2025 - 9:51PM

Ram has already delayed the launch of the Ram 1500 REV BEV. You have to wonder if Ram will cancel the BEV entirely.

The Car I Learned To Drive On Had 4 Speeds And 37 Hp. The Vehicle I Have Now, a Tesla Cybertruck, Has 1 Speed, 600 Hp, And Drives Itself, All In The Span Of Half A Century.

A Cybertruck Owner Says The Car He Learned To Drive On Had 4 Speeds and 37 HP, Now Tesla Made It Possible To Have 600 HP & To Drive Itself In Half a Century

By Harutiun Hareyan on January 18, 2025 - 8:36PM

A local senior citizen who’s a happy owner of a tesla Cybertruck shared his interesting perspective of how he’d never think he’d go from a 1960’s Opel to a car from the future in the span of his lifetime.

GM Defense Suburbans May Play Key Role in Monitoring Middle East Ceasefire

By Mary Conway on January 18, 2025 - 5:50PM

GM Defense is providing armored vehicles to one of the governments that is monitoring the ceasefire.

My 2024 Chevy Silverado With 7,000 Miles Has Faulty Software, At This Rate I’ll Have To Replace the Transmission Before the Brakes

By Denis Flierl on January 18, 2025 - 1:03PM

Thomas just purchased a 2024 Chevy Silverado. It only has 7,000 miles, and he says the readout on his dash is faulty. The display says the truck will go 100,000 miles on his work truck before he needs new brakes. He says there's no way that's possible.

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