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.

By Timothy Boyer Apr 29 2022 - 12:07pm

Not All Engine Oils Are Created Equal Reports This Mechanical Engineer

Here’s an informative look behind the scenes at how engine oils are developed and analyzed with this reveal that shows not all engine oils are created equal.

By Harutiun Hareyan Apr 29 2022 - 11:00am

Your 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid’s A/C Cooldown Actually Saves You Gas, Here’s How

Have you noticed that you’re A/C slows down in your 2022 Toyota RAV4 hybrid after you stop at a red light? Owners say it helps with your range and MPG.

A Eureka Gold Lucid Air Dream Edition is pictured surrounded by workers early in the production process.

By James Walker Apr 29 2022 - 10:46am

Lucid Secures Next-Generation Semiconductors In Multi-Year Deal

North Carolina-based semiconductor firm Wolfspeed will supply Lucid with cutting-edge chips made in its new US factory.

By Armen Hareyan Apr 29 2022 - 9:33am

Watch Tesla Giga Berlin's Model Y Delivery on Trucks, Captured in a Fresh Video

We have a unique video of Tesla Giga Berlin's Model Y delivery captured by Tobias Lindh.

There is a lot of activity going at Tesla Giga Berlin.

By Timothy Boyer Apr 29 2022 - 9:14am

A Determined Catalytic Converter Theft and Other Car Fails

A determined---albeit creative---catalytic converter theft, bullet holes, a flaming car and just-pulled-out-of-the-garage car crash caught on tape all make this a memorable Friday car fail video you will not want to miss.

2022 Subaru Impreza pricing, features, specs, fuel mileage

By Denis Flierl Apr 29 2022 - 9:06am

New Report Says The Aging Impreza Is Subaru’s Most Reliable Model

Are Subaru vehicles reliable? A new report says the 2022 Impreza is now Subaru’s most reliable model.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, fuel mileage

By Denis Flierl Apr 29 2022 - 6:59am

Consumer Reports - Subaru Crosstrek Is Best SUV Under $30K With One Small Flaw

The 2022 Crosstrek is now ranked the best SUVs under $30,000 by Consumer Reports. Check out why Crosstrek scores number one best among all small SUVs and one flaw they can't overlook.

By Tinsae Aregay Apr 29 2022 - 4:58am

Elon Musk Revealed To Be Behind 18% Crash In Tesla Shares, Says 'No further TSLA Sales Planned After Today'

In the last few days, Tesla shares went down by as much as 18%. Now, we learned the reason Tesla shares were going down was that Elon Musk sold 4.4 million shares to raise $4 billion. This is not the total amount of Musk's sell but, the Tesla CEO says he is done selling, at least for now.

By Timothy Boyer Apr 28 2022 - 11:42pm

Most Reliable New Cars and SUVs Under $30,000 Recommended by Consumer Reports

Deciding on which sedan or SUV is the right choice for you and your family while staying within your budget can be a daunting task, but not impossible…with a little assistance. Here’s the latest from the good folks at Consumer Reports with their recommendations that showcases their list of the most reliable new cars and SUVs that you can find under $30,000.

By Jeremy Johnson Apr 28 2022 - 8:58pm

A Tesla Model 3 After Nearly 50,000 Miles - What Was Learned

We have some findings of a 2 year old Tesla Model 3 that was driven to nearly 50,000 miles. What kinds of things were found - and what was the good and bad? We'll go over what Car and Driver found now.

Ford Recalls 22,000 trucks to fix backup camera issue

By Marc Stern Apr 28 2022 - 5:28pm

Ford Recalls 22,000 2019 Trucks To Fix Video Camera Issue

Ford has recalled 22,000 2019 trucks to repair a problem with their rearview cameras.

Image showing a white Lucid Air driving on a raised highway in a city.

By James Walker Apr 28 2022 - 4:22pm

Lucid Air To Go On Sale In Europe As Soon As June 2022

Lucid's European expansion has been confirmed for summer 2022 with China to follow in 2023.

By Timothy Boyer Apr 28 2022 - 3:54pm

Why You Should Avoid Used Cars That Smell Like a Cat Litter Box

During a used car pre-purchase inspection your sense of smell can alert you to a cat-pungent litter box smell that should steer you immediately away from making a used car deal.

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing, fuel mileage

By Denis Flierl Apr 28 2022 - 3:44pm

CR’s 9 Reliable, Fuel-Stingy 2-Row SUVs - Subaru Outback Still Scores #1

Is the 2022 Subaru Outback a reliable vehicle? How fuel-efficient is the midsize SUV? See what an updated report by Consumers Reports says.

2022 Toyota Tundra Owners Share Their Real-World MPG And It Is Really Showing Toyota’s Engine Improvements

By Harutiun Hareyan Apr 28 2022 - 3:16pm

2022 Toyota Tundra Owners Share Their Real-World MPG, Showing Toyota’s Engine Improvements

Recent Toyota Tundra Facebook group members shared their everyday MPG average for their 2022 Toyota Tundra. Maybe the Hybrid Tundra might be the better buy.

Image of Toyota RAV4 Prime and American flag by Kate Silbaugh

By John Goreham Apr 28 2022 - 1:49pm

Toyota Allocates More RAV4 Primes To European Market Than U.S. Market

Q1 data show how Toyota prioritizes the very popular RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle availability. Europe gets more.

The Waiting Time for Delivery on Your 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime Might Be Longer Than You Think

By Harutiun Hareyan Apr 28 2022 - 10:56am

Lead Time Delivery on Your 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime Might Be Longer Than You Think

Have you already placed an order for your 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime? Well, you may be waiting a long time say some RAV4 Prime group members. Apparently the delivery lead times on the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime aren't short.

By Denis Flierl Apr 28 2022 - 9:47am

The Next-Gen STI Is Done But A New Subaru WRX Competition Car Is Coming

Even though the next-generation STI with a turbocharged Boxer engine is gone, performance fans still have a new 2022 Subaru WRX to look forward to soon. Check out the new competition car coming later this year.

By John Goreham Apr 28 2022 - 9:18am

U.S. Market Toyota Supra GR Gets Manual Transmission and More Upgrades

Toyota is improving the GR Toyota in numerous ways. Most notably it gets a manual transmission and important suspension and traction control upgrades. Yes, it drifts.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Apr 28 2022 - 7:06am

Subaru Quietly Raised Prices On Every New Model Except One - Full Details

Subaru of America has raised the price of every new Subaru model except one. Here is how much customers will now pay.

By Tinsae Aregay Apr 28 2022 - 6:58am

Tesla Installs Video Cameras At Superchargers ‘To Monitor Drivers Of Non-Tesla EVs’

Tesla has started installing video cameras at superchargers to monitor drivers of non-Tesla EVs. The EV maker has also posted a notice with details of how the footage will be used, who will be able to see it, what is being captured, and when it will be erased.

By Timothy Boyer Apr 27 2022 - 6:43pm

Should You Buy a 2022 Toyota Supra? Here's a Review by a Toyota Mechanic

Here’s an in-depth review of the 2022 Toyota Supra by a Toyota mechanic who inspected and test drove one this past week and has this to say about some of its good and not so good points that could be a deal breaker for you.

By Armen Hareyan Apr 27 2022 - 4:32pm

Elon Musk Places His New Tesla Battery Bet

For the first time Tesla announced the specifics of its battery ingredients, revealing Elon Musk's new bet on the LFP batteries. And the news went largely under the radar.

By Armen Hareyan Apr 27 2022 - 4:27pm

Elon Musk Wants to Sell Insurance with Tesla - Buffet Advises Against It

Elon Musk announces Tesla's entry into the auto insurance industry against Warren Buffett's advice.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Apr 27 2022 - 3:36pm

10 Reliable, Fuel-Efficient SUVs - Subaru Forester, Crosstrek Are Top Picks Again

Are the 2022 Subaru Forester and 2022 Crosstrek reliable vehicles? How fuel-efficient are they? A report by Consumers Reports says they are still the best in class.

By Marc Stern Apr 27 2022 - 3:29pm

Ford talks about a SECOND EV truck at the launch of the F-150 EV Lightning

With all the fanfare due to a major milestone model, Ford has turned on its assembly line for its brand-new F-150 Lightning electric. At the same launch, Ford noted a second electric truck will be in the offing soon.

By Harutiun Hareyan Apr 27 2022 - 3:00pm

Your 2022 Toyota RAV4 May Not Get All the Features You Ordered

A recent post of a Facebook Toyota RAV4 Group reveals how a few customers were not able to get their desired features or upgrades when they ordered their 2022 Toyota RAV4.

By Jeremy Johnson Apr 27 2022 - 11:07am

Will a Tesla Robotaxi Cause Riots in the Streets?

There is an interesting video, from Dr. Know It All, Knows It All, about Tesla robotaxis. It talks about how there could be a rebellion against robotaxis in several different ways. Let's see what these issues could be and if robotaxis are going to have opposition.

By Harutiun Hareyan Apr 27 2022 - 10:57am

How to Solve Cumbersome Hands-Free Trunk Release on 2022 Toyota Highlander

Are you having trouble using your foot to open the trunk on your 2022 Toyota Highlander? You’re not the only one, here is the correct way to do it.

By Denis Flierl Apr 27 2022 - 10:32am

Would You Pay A Monthly Fee For Remote Start? New Subaru Models Already Require It

Would you pay a monthly fee to unlock new Subaru model features like remote start? New Subaru models already require it.

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