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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.

So I Just Realized That My Ford Mustang GT Gets Worse Range Than My Tesla Model 3 and Kia EV9, And This Completely Changed My Perception of Range Anxiety

By Nicholas Muhoro on March 13, 2025 - 7:27AM

Ford Mustang GT owner says his V8 Mustang has worse range than his Kia EV9 and Tesla Model 3, changing his perspective on range anxiety.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “I Picked My Kids Up at School, and a Group of Students Ran Up To Look Screaming CYBERTRUCK! I Was Expecting the Worst

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2025 - 6:58AM

Here is a unique story of a Tesla Cybertruck owner who has experienced some negative with his controversial truck. However, this day was very different when he picked up his kids from school. What happened to him and his kids was shocking.

Toyota-Engineer Apologists, I Used This Oil Instead of The "Recommended" and My Tacoma Now Feels Like a Solid Drive With Less Slipping Off The Line

By Narek Hareyan on March 12, 2025 - 11:17PM

One Tacoma owner ditched Toyota’s recommended oil for something thicker, and the results have sparked a heated debate. Is Toyota’s advice really the best, or is there a better way to boost your truck’s performance? Read on and join the discussion.

My Tesla Model Y's Screen Goes Completely Black While Driving 70mph in Snowstorms, Dealer Says 'Just Pull Over and Reboot' With My 3 Kids in the Car

By Noah Washington on March 12, 2025 - 10:00PM

We're just three months into our 2023 Model Y Long Range, and the infotainment screen has gone completely dark five times while driving on Toronto highways. This is extremely dangerous.

I Just Bought My BMW 420i xDrive and Found This Tire Bubble on the Drive Home, I'm Not Sure I Can Keep Driving It

By Noah Washington on March 12, 2025 - 9:44PM

Less than two hours after driving off the lot in my BMW 420i xDrive, I spotted something that made my heart sink.

My New $100K Sierra EV Arrived with a Door Dent, Dealer Says 'Wait for Another Dent' Before They'll Fix It

By Noah Washington on March 12, 2025 - 9:28PM

I paid over $100k for my Sierra EV, I'm not sure what my next choice should be. This dealership experience left a lot to be desired.

I’m a Huge R1S Fan, But My Kids Got Locked Inside with Gear Guard On, Here’s What Went Wrong and How I Finally Got Them Out

By Narek Hareyan on March 12, 2025 - 4:49PM

I love my Rivian R1S, but when it locked my kids inside with Gear Guard on, the A/C off, and no way to unlock it, I panicked, what went wrong, and how did I finally get them out? Read on to find out and see what Rivian should do next.

Image of presidents Trump, Biden, and Obama with Tesla vehicle created using Grok by John Goreham

Should American Presidents Promote American-Made Green Electrified Vehicles? If so, why does the left-leaning media seem to report on this differently when President Trump does it?

By John Goreham on March 12, 2025 - 11:10AM

President Trump held a promotion event at the White House to support Tesla, the leader in American-made electric vehicles. This sure seems to rub left-leaning media outlets the wrong way.

My GMC Yukon’s Brake Light Went Out, I Thought It Would Be About $10, But Now the Dealer Tells Me It’s $1500 For Both Sides

By Denis Flierl on March 12, 2025 - 8:04AM

Why is replacing a burned-out brake light in a GMC Yukon so expensive? An owner thought it would cost $10 to buy a new brake light bulb, and the problem was fixed. Now, the dealer tells her it will be $1500 to replace both sides.

I Booked a Hotel on Hotels.com for Its EV Charging Expecting J1772 but Learned the Hard Way That Tesla Destination Chargers Require a Different Adapter

I Booked a Hotel on Hotels.com for Its EV Charging Expecting J1772, but I Learned the Hard Way That Tesla Destination Chargers Require a Different Adapter

By Narek Hareyan on March 12, 2025 - 12:17AM

I booked a hotel expecting an easy EV charge, only to discover a frustrating mistake of learning how to avoid this common charging pitfall and ensure you're never caught off guard on your next trip.

Mopar to Sell Custom Package for the 2025 Ram 1500 RHO - Not quite the TRX but Great Performance Numbers

By Mary Conway on March 11, 2025 - 10:56PM

Fans will be impressed with the stats for the Mopar 25 package. This straight from the factory customized package will see the 2025 Ram RHO do 0-100 mph in 11.7 seconds.

We Own a Tesla Model 3 and Model Y, We Love Our Cars But Are Becoming Increasingly Concerned About Our Safety, We Will Probably Ditch Our Teslas

By Denis Flierl on March 11, 2025 - 11:24AM

Is owning a Tesla Model 3 or another Tesla model becoming too dangerous? Karen and her husband own a Model 3 and Model Y and are increasingly concerned about their safety. Should they sell their cars because of Elon Musk or wait it out?

Toyota Land Cruiser J250 vs Jeep Wrangler vs Land Rover Defender 110

Underpowered And Underequipped, Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Still Manages To Get Ahead Of The Competition

By Dimitar Angelov on March 11, 2025 - 10:20AM

In case you ever doubted the off-road capabilities of Toyota's Land Cruiser, see how it performs against two of the most popular SUV models from the UK and US.

Tesla Model Y Owner Believes Service Center Tech Lied to Him

Man Says "Tesla Service Center Lied About a Warranty Repair" on My Tesla Model Y

By Timothy Boyer on March 11, 2025 - 9:59AM

A Tesla Model Y owner is asking if anyone else has experienced a similar warranty repair situation in which the Tesla Service Center said he was covered but then charged him afterward with an "I gotcha" technicality.

I've Spent More on Windshield Washer Fluid Than Repairs on My Bolt EUV - After 2 Years, Here's the Real Cost of EV Ownership

By Noah Washington on March 11, 2025 - 7:52AM

When I tallied up two years of running costs for my Chevy Bolt EUV last night, I had to double-check my spreadsheet. Outside of a brake module covered under warranty, my biggest expense has been windshield washer fluid.

You’re Kidding Me, I’ve Had My Toyota RAV4 for 6 Years And I Never Knew It Had a Secret Storage For My Rear Cargo Privacy Cover

By Denis Flierl on March 11, 2025 - 7:22AM

If you own a Toyota RAV4, a secret compartment is underneath the rear cargo area. It's a secret because few RAV4 owners even know about it. Andre, a Toyota expert, explains its specific use and what every RAV4 owner needs to know.

I Scored a GM Buyback 2017 Chevy Bolt with a New Battery, A Game-Changing Affordable EV Find

By Narek Hareyan on March 10, 2025 - 10:38PM

I stumbled upon a rare GM buyback 2017 Chevy Bolt with a brand-new battery, an unbeatable EV bargain that could change the way you see affordable electric cars forever.

My F-150 Lightning's One-Pedal Drive Malfunctioned, Sudden Braking, Then Full Acceleration Totaled Two Cars

By Noah Washington on March 10, 2025 - 10:04PM

My 2023 F-150 Lightning went from a trusted daily driver to a dangerous missile in seconds while cruising at 45mph in one-pedal drive mode.

I Just Ordered a 2025 Lucid After Leaving Tesla, Now the Owner Forums Have Me Second-Guessing Everything

By Noah Washington on March 10, 2025 - 9:48PM

Trading my Tesla Model S for a Lucid Air felt like a no-brainer last week, the showroom car's stunning build quality and 410-mile range made my Model S's panel gaps and phantom braking issues seem ancient.

I am Loving Our New Rivian R1S Tri-Motor, The road Trip from Palm Springs to Las Vegas Shows Comfort, Quality, and Effortless Charging

By Narek Hareyan on March 10, 2025 - 8:57PM

A former Tesla Model S Plaid owner takes his new Rivian R1S Tri-Motor on a flawless road trip from Palm Springs to Las Vegas, discovering unmatched luxury, comfort, and effortless charging along the way.

My Friend's Cybertruck is a Mobile Bitcoin Mine Thanks to Free Supercharging, But Tesla's Battery Warranty Probably Won't Cover This

By Noah Washington on March 10, 2025 - 7:57PM

Imagine transforming your Tesla Cybertruck into a mobile Bitcoin mining operation.

Gas prices of $2.75 in Q1 2025 in Concord Mass by John Goreham

Gas Prices At Lowest Level In Four Years Add More Energy to the Perfect Storm of Problems Battery-Electric Vehicles Face in 2025

By John Goreham on March 10, 2025 - 7:03PM

Battery-electric vehicles have seen virtually no market share growth in America over the past two years. Low gas prices won’t help.

Subaru BRZ Owners May Have Found A Solution To An Annoying Issue The Car Has

By Dimitar Angelov on March 10, 2025 - 4:37PM

Nobody buys the Subaru BRZ looking for comfort, but there have been some complaints about this for some time, and some owners may have found a solution.

Cooper ProControl Tires on an Acura TSX image by John Goreham

Long Term Test Conclusion - Cooper ProControl Tires Go the Distance In Challenging New England Weather, Proving They Are an Outstanding Choice For Year-Round Use

By John Goreham on March 10, 2025 - 4:16PM

Two years after our long-term testing of Cooper’s ProControl all-season test began we have a firm opinion on these tires.

I Was Surprised and Concerned That Nissan Dropped the V6 in the Murano For 2025 Until I Drove the New One and Realized That the New Powertrain Is a Clear Upgrade

By John Goreham on March 10, 2025 - 2:31PM

If you are shopping for a new mid-sized five-passenger crossover SUV, the new Murano should be on your list of top considerations. Here’s our take after a week with the Murano’s top trim.

“I’ve Seen Tesla Owners Trying To Disguise Their Model 3 and Cybertruck With Another Car Brand’s Logo, Why? They Don’t Want To Be Associated With Tesla”

By Denis Flierl on March 10, 2025 - 8:06AM

A worldwide trend is happening as Tesla owners try to disguise their cars with other brands' logos. There is a Tesla Model 3 with an Audi logo, a Cybertruck with a Rivian logo, and some with Mazda and Honda logos. Here is what Tesla owners need to know.

Image of Mazda CX-70 plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle spare tire by John Goreham

Every Top-Selling Vehicle Model In America Has Spare Tire Available Except One - We Break Down Which Popular Brands and Models Offer Spare Tires Segment by Segment, and Highlight Which Models Lack This Important Safety and Convenience Feature

By John Goreham on March 10, 2025 - 7:49AM

Despite rumors to the contrary, spare tires are alive and well in 2025 and 2026 model year vehicles. We run down the list of top-selling vehicles and examine what type of spare they offer.

My 2014 Toyota RAV4 developed an issue with the wiper interval, and it could be due to replacement front windshield

Toyota RAV4 Owner Puzzled By A Strange Issue, But It Could Be Due To An Incorrectly Installed Replacement Front Windshield

By Dimitar Angelov on March 10, 2025 - 6:00AM

Old Toyotas, while famed for their reliability, are not exempt from small, irritating issues. Here are some good pointers if your 2014 RAV4 has this issue.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “We Are Officially Saying Goodbye To Our Cybertruck, Tesla Is Buying It Back Because It Has So Many Problems”

By Denis Flierl on March 9, 2025 - 8:28AM

Does Tesla have a buyback program for the Cybertruck and other models? Ashley says that she and her partner purchased a new Cybertruck, and Tesla is repurchasing it because it has so many problems. Here is what Tesla owners need to know.

My Mom’s Subaru Outback Was Hit, and It Rolled 3 Times With Her Husband, His 88-Year-Old Mother, and Their 5 Lb Dog Inside, and They All Walked Away

By Denis Flierl on March 9, 2025 - 6:51AM

Have you ever recommended a car to someone in your family and had it save their life? It happened to Ashley when her family was driving in a 2022 Subaru Outback and was hit by a truck. Here is Ashley's remarkable story.

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