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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 Armen Hareyan G+ May 27 2019 - 10:52pm

Model 3 Owner Shows an Easy Way To Clean Your Tesla Wheels

Tesla's powerful brakes throw lots of brake dust on the car's wheels.

By Armen Hareyan G+ May 27 2019 - 9:19pm

2 Model X Pull and Rescue a Model S From a Norwegian Snow

This is how Tesla Model X and Model S vehicles help each other in a snow.

By Marc Stern May 27 2019 - 6:59pm

Volvo Recalls 40,000 XC90s, S60s To Repair Coolant, Suspension Issues

Volvo Cars N.A. has recalled more than 40,000 2016 XC90 crossovers and 2019 S60 to fix coolant and suspension problems. In the coolant problem, a cracked coolant pipe may leak into the catalyst heat shield, causing a fire. In the suspension problem, rear toe link nuts may not be tightened properly, resulting in handling problems.

By Jeff Teague May 27 2019 - 3:50pm

New 2020 Toyota Tacoma Utilizes All-New Features to Make Off-Roading Easier

Toyota truck enthusiasts will see a refreshed 2020 Toyota Tacoma this fall, loaded with new upgrades and equipment. Two of these features will seriously help off-roaders navigate challenging terrain.

By Marc Stern May 27 2019 - 2:48pm

Porsche Recalls 33,206 2010-2016 Panameras To Fix A/C Unit

Porsche has recalled 33,000 2010-2016 Panameras to repair and air conditioner control unit problem. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the control units may leak and short out raising the risk of fires.

By John Goreham G+ May 27 2019 - 12:04pm

Mercedes-AMG GT C Roadster Earns Top Award At Miami Convertible Competition

The Mercedes-AMG GT C Roadster beats out an amazing field of convertibles to earn the top award at one of the county's top convertible competitions.

By Armen Hareyan G+ May 27 2019 - 9:29am

Welders Working Hard as Drone View Shows Tesla Gigafactory 3 Taking Shape

Today one of Torque News readers, who lives in Shanghai shared with us this drone view of Tesla's Gigafactory 3 and how hard the welders are working to bringing it near competition.

By Armen Hareyan G+ May 27 2019 - 8:07am

How Model 3 Helps Tesla To Take The Sales Lead from Chevy Volt

Two Tesla enthusiasts separately have used the InsideEVs EV sales scorecard and made this video visualization of

2019 Subaru Forester, 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Subaru Outback, Best pricing, best SUV, best time to buy

By Denis Flierl G+ May 27 2019 - 6:45am

Why It’s The Best Time For You To Buy A New Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek

This Memorial Day could be the best time to buy a new Subaru Forester, Outback or Crosstrek. See what incentives Subaru is offering.

By Marc Stern May 26 2019 - 3:18pm

Audi To Phase Out TT Coupe; Replacement Electric In The Wings

Ending the constant speculation, Audi late last week confirmed that the two-door TT lineup will be phased out next year. That was the bad news, the good news, though, was that the automaker is already planning a replacement performance electric, though, it may not have the TT's iconic shape. It could be, one rumor says, a fastback.

By Marc Stern May 26 2019 - 1:01pm

Tiguan-Buying May Be Serious, But You Can Still Laugh A Bit

Here's a tongue-in-cheek tool that should help you with your Tiguan-buying trips, although, you may find that even if it doesn't help all that much, you'll have a good laugh, as well.

2019 Subaru Outback, 2020 Subaru Outback, best AWD SUV, best SUV

By Denis Flierl G+ May 26 2019 - 6:51am

Subaru Outback Smokes The Field Again As Best Global All-Terrain Vehicle

The Subaru Outback could be the best all-around all-terrain family vehicle. See where it gets another global award for its AWD capabilities.

Chrysler Concept Cars including the 2020 Imperial and ME Four Twelve Concept Sportscar and the 2020 300

By Al Castro May 26 2019 - 6:10am

The Renault Chrysler Déja Vú All Over Again! FCA Fiat Chrysler and Renault Agree to Merge into an Electric “LeCar” Alliance!

EDIT 5/27/19- Fiat Chrysler submits formal merger proposals to both boards of directors of FCA and Renault in a 50/50 acquisition. Both companies want to consolidate. The fact is that they really can benefit from each other, so as long as it isn’t about another LeCar econobox or Alliance compact!

2019 Toyota Tundra will be redesigned to Hybrid version in 2021

By Jeff Teague May 25 2019 - 2:51pm

Rumored 2021 Toyota Tundra Hybrid With These Updates Would Make The Redesign a Sure Hit

The Toyota Tundra has not seen a new design since 2007. Big changes are coming, possibly for 2021. Plenty of rumors are swirling, with even talk of a Hybrid Tundra version. But, what would be the best changes to make this new redesign of a Hybrid 2021 Tundra a sure winner?

2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Best small AWD SUV, Best SUVs

By Denis Flierl G+ May 25 2019 - 6:43am

If You Buy A New Subaru Crosstrek, Get Ready For An Avalanche Of Emails

See how many emails one couple gets from Subaru after they buy a new 2019 Crosstrek.

By Armen Hareyan G+ May 24 2019 - 10:14pm

3 Trucks Stacked with Model 3s, Could Wall Street Be Wrong?

An analyst for Ark Invest, which has a major investment in Tesla, thinks Wall Street misunderstands Tesla, referring to the drastic price cut of the Tesla stock, reports

By Marc Stern May 24 2019 - 4:29pm

Airbag Issues Spur Honda, Acura To Recall Vehicles, Again

Honda, particularly hard-hit by its reliance on Takata as its sole airbag supplier for years, has been forced to recall vehicles again that have already by touched by the major airbag recall. The automaker has been forced to recall 19,000 vehicles that have already had their airbag inflators replaced to recall the vehicles again for new replacements.

2019 MINI Cooper SE Countryman ALL4 PHEV, Review, specs, features

By Denis Flierl G+ May 24 2019 - 2:16pm

2019 MINI Cooper SE Countryman ALL4 PHEV Review, An Efficient Fun Hatch

It’s a lot sportier than you think a plug-in hybrid should be.

2019 Toyota Tacoma and 2019 Toyota Tundra

By Jeff Teague May 24 2019 - 1:26pm

6 Factors When Choosing 2019 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2019 Toyota Tundra

Toyota Tundra vs. Tacoma. Full size vs. midsize. Both solid choices. Whether you are in the market for a 2019 Tacoma or 2019 Tundra, or even a pre-owned one, here are important things to consider when choosing between them.

By Armen Hareyan G+ May 24 2019 - 8:35am

Tesla Model 3 Owner Reacts To a "Cool" Over The Air Update

Tesla Model 3 over the air updates are becoming more common and somewhat cool. Owners take video of those updates and post them on social media. Here is one of them, shared with Torque News.

2019 Subaru Forester, best compact SUV, best SUV, best AWD SUV

By Denis Flierl G+ May 24 2019 - 7:06am

New Subaru Forester Ranks Behind VW Tiguan, Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-5, But Scores Best In 2 Key Areas

The new Subaru Forester is not ranked best in the compact SUV race unless you want an adventure.

By Marc Stern May 24 2019 - 12:03am

Honda Recalls 118,598 2019 CR-Vs To Fix Airbag Deployment Problem

Honda has recalled more than 118,000 2019 CR-V models due to problems with the driver-side airbag. According to papers filed with the National HIghway Traffic Safety Administration, the routing of the airbag's wiring harness is the issue. It is routed near the steering wheel core which may have burrs or other imperfections that can cause the airbag to fire randomly potentially hurting the driver.

By Al Castro May 23 2019 - 8:32pm

Audi’s EV Plans: 50% EV by 2025, Including TT A4 Possibly Even A8, 20 BEVs by 2023, Gone Might be the R8

Off to the Electric Chair! Unlike other legacy car companies with their so called 5 and 10 year plans toward electrification, this is how I know VW Group is pretty damn serious about meaning what it says about an electric future. Its lead luxury brand Audi plans on electrifying or eliminating some of its iconic signature vehicles way sooner, and in doing so, it’ll send a shakeup message to the luxury car market that electric cars are now the new marque to be judged.

By Armen Hareyan G+ May 23 2019 - 8:32pm

Demo of Ford Digit Delivering Package To Your Doorstep

Yesterday Ford demonstrated how future packages will be delivered. It will not be a man delivering a package, but a robot from a self-driving car.

By Patrick Rall G+ May 23 2019 - 1:04pm

A C7 Corvette ZR1 is in the 8-Second Quarter Mile Range

Now that the engine computer of the new LT5 has been cracked, we are bound to see lots of very fast Corvette ZR1 on the track.

By Jeff Teague May 23 2019 - 9:50am

The 2020 Toyota Highlander Redesign Promises Big Changes and You Will Like Them

Toyota recently introduced its fourth-generation 2020 Highlander. With it comes the promise of improved ride quality, comfort, safety and technology. Here is all that is new:

Tesla Autopilot right lane merging problem

By Armen Hareyan G+ May 23 2019 - 8:30am

Common Tesla Autopilot Problem About Right Lane Merging That Needs Solving

Sam Dominic is requesting a tip to solve this common Tesla Autopilot problem related to right lane merging. While Autopilot is in Beta it can freak Tesla passengers when this happens.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek, best car value, best AWD SUV, best compact car

By Denis Flierl G+ May 23 2019 - 7:40am

Looking For The Best Car Value? Subaru Beats Toyota And Honda

When it comes to offering consumers the best car value, Subaru runs away with it.

By Mary Conway May 22 2019 - 10:10pm

How Chevrolet Will Encourage Your Teens to Use Safety Belts

Summer marks the deadliest time of year for teens in auto accidents. Chevrolet has new technology designed to force teens to buckle up.

By Patrick Rall G+ May 22 2019 - 4:40pm

Capps Hellcat Charger Funny Car Races Back to Back Wins

After getting his first win in Atlanta, Ron Capps and his Dodge Charger Hellcat funny car stacked up a second win in Virginia, moving into third place in the championship race.

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