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 Mar 23 2022 - 12:02pm

Blown Engine Blame Game, Who’s at Fault?

Here’s a restored 1983 Jeep Wagoneer that wound up with a blown engine shortly after a complete rebuild. Who do you blame and what should you do about it when this happens to you as a car customer? Let’s find out through this story.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV features, specs

By Denis Flierl Mar 23 2022 - 11:50am

12 Quirky And Fun Facts About The All-New Subaru Solterra EV

The 2023 Subaru Solterra makes its dealer launch this summer. Check out a few quirky and fun facts about Subaru's first all-electric compact SUV.

By Tinsae Aregay Mar 23 2022 - 10:27am

Tesla To Delay Cybertruck To Late 2023 Possibly 2024 Suggests Elon Musk’s Recent Comments

Elon Musk at Tesla's recent Model Y delivery event at Giga Berlin made Cybertruck comments which suggest the futuristic truck might not begin customer deliveries until late 2023, perhaps 2024.

Image of Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Component courtesy of Tom Smeal

By John Goreham Mar 23 2022 - 10:05am

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Owners Take Note Of This Important Defect Report

The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid from 2019 to 2020 is experiencing an unusual series of failures related to the high voltage wire harness.

Subaru Forester, Outback, Ascent fuel pump lawsuit

By Denis Flierl Mar 23 2022 - 8:11am

New Update In The Subaru Defective Fuel Pump Lawsuit

There are new developments in the Subaru fuel pump lawsuit that alleges all Subaru vehicles built since 2013 contain defective low-pressure fuel pumps.

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 22 2022 - 7:54pm

Stunning Video of Inside of Giga Berlin Production

We have some stunning video of the inside of Giga Berlin from a flying drone. It shows the inside of Giga Berlin and some of the Model Y vehicles. Let's talk about the video and how Tesla finally got Giga Berlin approved.

Image showing the front of a Lucid Air with beams demonstrating the car's lidar sensor.

By James Walker Mar 22 2022 - 7:33pm

Lucid Motors Reveals NVIDIA As Major Partner Behind DreamDrive Pro Autonomous Driving

Lucid's Senior VP of Digital made the announcement at NVIDIA's annual GTC conference. Here's how NVIDIA powers DreamDrive Pro, and what it means for future Lucid models.

By John Goreham Mar 22 2022 - 5:55pm

Top Feature Tesla Buyers Wished Model Y Had Is Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

An interesting poll asking actual Tesla buyers what feature they wished it had indicates Android Auto and Apple CarPlay is the single-most wished-for feature. Here’s why they want it, and what else they miss having.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 22 2022 - 3:34pm

Elon Musk's Signature Dance and Speech at Tesla Giga Berlin's Opening Ceremony

Hours ago Tesla CEO Elon Musk again performed his signature dancing at the opening ceremony of Tesla Giga Berlin before his speech, which has kind of become his trademark.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 22 2022 - 3:31pm

Tesla Giga Berlin Shows Stunning Video of Inside Production

Tesla just released this stunning video of inside Giga Berlin's production of Model Y on its opening day.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Mar 22 2022 - 10:49am

Subaru’s Online "Build And Price" Will Change The Way You Buy A New Car

Subaru will make the new 2022 Forester, Crosstrek, Outback, and other new model buying easy for customers. Check out the new Build and Price System.

These 5-Year-Olds Made a Compact Cars Recommendation List

By Timothy Boyer Mar 22 2022 - 10:12am

Consumer Reports Recommends These Used Compact Cars with the Best Fuel Economy

Here’s the latest selection from Consumer Reports on what they found to be the most fuel-efficient used compact cars with a focus on those that are proven reliable and depreciated enough to qualify as a smart compact car buy.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Mar 22 2022 - 6:53am

New Subaru Forester, Crosstrek Production Restarts But Could Shut Down Again

An earthquake shut down the 2022 Subaru Forester and Crosstrek production, and the assembly line is up and running again. But for how long?

By Armen Hareyan Mar 21 2022 - 7:43pm

2021 Ford Bronco Wildtrak Review: Retro Spirit and Genuinely Fun SUV

The 2021 Ford Bronco comes with all the tools to rival the Jeep Wrangler. Without being too mistaken, we can say that the arrival of the Ford Bronco was one of the big news of the past year in the automotive world. In this review of the 2021 Ford Bronco Wildtrak I am going to focus on my first moments behind the wheel of the model.

Dodge Caliber Known for Serious Frame Rusting Issues

By Timothy Boyer Mar 21 2022 - 6:33pm

One of the Worst Used Dodge Cars to Buy Warns This Mechanic

Here’s one car model a mechanic warns used car buyers not to buy calling it “One of the worst Dodge car models to buy” as he goes over one that came into his shop and discusses problems endemic with this model and why.

Image of a white Lucid Air parked on a hilltop at sunset.

By James Walker Mar 21 2022 - 6:21pm

Lucid Motors May Have To Raise Prices On Future Models

With the pandemic, a war, and components shortages galore putting pressure on Lucid since day one of production it's almost surprising this is the first we're hearing of increased prices. However, Lucid's long-term outlook remains positive. Here's why.

Ford recalls 157,000 2021 F-150s to repair windshield wiper motor issue.

By Marc Stern Mar 21 2022 - 2:49pm

Ford To Recall 157K 2021 F-150 Pickups To Repair Faulty Front Wiper Motor

Ford will recall 157,000 2021 F-150 pickups to repair a problem with the windshield wiper motor. The front motor may fail due to several factors including poor adhesives and the wrong torque.

2022 Subaru Legacy pricing, features, specs

By Denis Flierl Mar 21 2022 - 12:42pm

The Legacy Sedan Demise And Why Subaru Could Move To An All-SUV Lineup

If you want a 2022 Subaru Legacy sedan, there aren’t many available for U.S. customers. Will Subaru drop the Legacy like they did the WRX STI and move to an All-SUV lineup?

Tesla Model Y with surfboard image courtesy of Tesla

By John Goreham Mar 21 2022 - 10:50am

Tesla Raises Model Y Prices Twice In One Week

Tesla’s very active market adjustment plan is now changing prices as often as twice per week.

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 21 2022 - 10:50am

Giga Berlin Gets Operating Permit - First Deliveries 1 Day Away

Giga Berlin, Tesla's German gigafactory has recently received its final permit signaling production and the ability to deliver cars to customers. This is an exciting event that has been many months in the waiting!

Cars and The People Who Bring Them In for Repair

By Timothy Boyer Mar 21 2022 - 10:13am

Good Morning Monday, Car Repair Humor

Think you’ve seen and heard it all? For some “Good Morning” Monday car-related humor, here’s your chance to smile this morning with a “Just Rolled In” mix of car repairs gone wrong, attempts at causing someone to die on the road, discovered tracking devices, DIY foibles that are real head scratchers, and of course the occasional pigsty (literally) in a car customer.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 21 2022 - 8:52am

Tesla May Be Adding a New Color Model Y To Giga Texas

Something new is happening at Tesla's Giga Texas Gigafactory in Austin. First fully-built white Tesla Model Y spotted outside Giga Texas.

By Denis Flierl Mar 21 2022 - 8:33am

Subaru’s Inventory Continues To Shrink, Now Stands At Only 3 Days

Inventory of the 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek models continues to shrink. Here is what it means for new car shoppers this spring.

2022 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator in New Gobi Color

By Mary Conway Mar 20 2022 - 9:07pm

2022 Jeep Wrangler's New Color is Perfect for the Trail or the Beach

Jeep is showing off one of its special-run colors that will be available straight from the factory. The new hue will be popular no matter where adventure takes you!

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 20 2022 - 4:57pm

The Only Way the New Model Y from Giga Texas is LFP

There has been a lot of news lately about the 279 mile range from Giga Texas and its new EPA filing. We think that this vehicle could use LFP batteries as a standard range Model Y - but only if one condition is true. We'll talk about it below.

By Denis Flierl Mar 20 2022 - 2:36pm

Car Brands You Trust Most To Develop New AV Tech - Subaru Now Ranks Top-10

Consumers pick their most trusted car brands to develop fully-autonomous vehicles. See where Subaru ranks in the top-10 automakers.

By John Goreham Mar 20 2022 - 11:33am

Volvo Shows Off Its Idea Of an Electric Vehicle Garage - Images

This week, Volvo released some images that show its vision of what a typical home with an electric vehicle might look like. We report Volvo’s thoughts and show the images the company offered.

By John Goreham Mar 20 2022 - 11:05am

States Begin To Suspend Gas Tax To Curb High Fuel Costs

Multiple states have now suspended their state gas taxation to help drivers manage high prices.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 19 2022 - 5:03pm

Tesla Giga Berlin Receives Operating Permit, Clearing Production

Just an hour ago Tesla blogger Sawyer Merritt tweeted breaking news from Tesla Giga Berlin, saying an insider source shared with him an email from Tesla to employees informing the receipt of operat

Ford Recalls 80,000 Edge Crossovers to Repair Backup Camera Issues

By Marc Stern Mar 19 2022 - 5:00pm

Ford Recalls 80,000 Edge Crossovers To Fix Backup Camera System

Ford has recalled 80,000 Edge crossovers to fix issues with the backup camera. Owners will be notified of the recall at the end of April.

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