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 Marc Stern Feb 15 2022 - 11:39pm

Ford Mustang Mach-E Wins WWCOTY Large Car Award

For the second time in as many years, Ford's Mustang Mach-E has won added another laurel its name. This time the Women's Car of the Year Award has chosen the Ford electric as the winner of its Large Car awards.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 15 2022 - 6:48pm

Elon Musk's Mysterious $5 Billion Donation To Charity

By Anthony Donati Feb 15 2022 - 3:28pm

Here Is What Lucid Motors Majority Share Holder PIF Will Do With Their Shares

The PIF can now sell their $LCID shares. What this means for Lucid Investors?

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Legacy, 2022 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Feb 15 2022 - 11:59am

CR’s Best Cars For Tall Drivers Includes Subaru Forester, Legacy And 2 New Models

What are the best new cars for tall people? An updated report says the 2022 Subaru Forester and Legacy are still on the list and they add two new Subaru vehicles.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Feb 15 2022 - 6:37am

Subaru Announces Another Plant Closure Affecting New Forester Production

Subaru suspends production at its Japan plant affecting the 2022 Forester and 2022 Crosstrek again. See what it means for customers and new car shoppers this spring.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 14 2022 - 11:32pm

Tesla Reported to Have Competing Bids For 2nd Gigafactory in China

We have reports that Tesla is having multiple bids for its second gigafactory in China. This would make for a total of 5 gigafactories if built and make the first time that two gigafactories are in one country.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 inventory image by Ron DeMarco

By John Goreham Feb 14 2022 - 5:49pm

One Image That Conveys How Serious Hyundai Is About Electric Vehicles

This image of a long row of Hyundai Ioniq 5 battery-electric vehicles at one American dealership helps to illustrate just how serious Hyundai is about its newest BEV.

By John Goreham Feb 14 2022 - 3:09pm

Lexus BEV Sport Concept Steals Our Heart - New Pictures and Specs Here

A second glance at the Lexus BEV Sport Concept, today February 14th, has stolen our hearts and engaged our imaginations.

Image showing a Eureka Gold Lucid Air rolling off the production line at the AMP-1 facility.

By James Walker Feb 14 2022 - 12:52pm

Lucid's Q4 Earnings Call Takes Place On February 28th And Management Will Answer Investor Questions

Investors will finally get access to Lucid's Q4 results at the end of February. How many Lucid Air Dream Editions were shipped to customers before December 31st? How many cars has Lucid built so far? Lucid shareholders will be able to put these questions to management through a new voting system.

By Armen Hareyan Feb 14 2022 - 12:22pm

Elon Musk's New Smart Way To Make Money With Tesla Semi Without Production

Tesla CEO Elon Musk's new formula for Tesla Semi and finding free money is doubly winning.

By Armen Hareyan Feb 14 2022 - 12:14pm

Thousands of Castings Inside Tesla Giga Texas Model Y Production

Our friend Joe Tegtmeyer has shared lots of good photos showing very busy activity at Tesla Giga Texas casting area.

2022 Subaru Outback, Outback Wilderness, features, specs, pricing

By Denis Flierl Feb 14 2022 - 11:48am

Subaru Outback Doesn’t Get Any Love From WWCOTY -They Give It To Kia Sportage

The 2022 Subaru Outback doesn't get any love on Valentine's Day from WWCOTY. The women's organization gives it to the Kia Sportage.

By John Goreham Feb 14 2022 - 11:40am

Hertz Forced By Judge To Reveal How Many People It Accused Of Car Theft

Things are not going well for Hertz in a case that could cost the bankrupt rental car company half a billion dollars in fines.

By John Goreham Feb 14 2022 - 9:58am

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited Electric Vehicle Review: Does It Match the Hype?

Hyundai’s newest battery-electric vehicle is the Ioniq 5. The media is calling this new BEV the best of 2022. Does it live up to the high expectations?

By Denis Flierl Feb 14 2022 - 6:37am

Consumer Reports Says Why Subaru Dropped From 5th To 14th In New Rankings

In a recent Consumer Reports’ study, Subaru dropped from the 5th most liked car brand to 14th. Here is CR’s response when we asked them why.

Ford Maverick Wins MotorWeek "Best of the Year" Award

By Marc Stern Feb 13 2022 - 11:06pm

Ford Maverick Wins MotorWeek 2022 Driver's Choice 'Best Of Year' Award

Ford's compact pickup, the Maverick, added another trophy to its award case last week when it won the prestigious MotorWeek Driver's Choice "Best of the Year" honors. It is the second time in two years that Ford has won the honor. Last year, the Mustang Mach-E took the honor.

By Timothy Boyer Feb 13 2022 - 10:37pm

Car Noise Troubleshooting Basics

Here’s a quick and simple lesson toward car maintenance diagnostics using one of the most useful tools not in your toolbox---your ears. Follow this mechanic as he describes five noises cars commonly make when something is going wrong and what you can do about it.

A white Porsche 930 sits in the Lanzante Limited showroom.

By James Walker Feb 13 2022 - 10:19pm

Lanzante Is Building Porsche 930 Turbos With F1-Raced Engines

Stick this in your AMG One and smoke it: these Porsches are fitted with the actual engines that powered McLaren's Formula 1 cars in the mid-1980s.

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Black Package

By Mary Conway Feb 13 2022 - 6:42pm

Jeep Grand Cherokee L Drives Off With New Award

Jeep's three-row SUV is being honored with the 2022 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Award for Best Large Utility.

A white Lucid Air, like the one spotted at Ford in Michigan, is pictured parked on a hilltop at sunset.

By James Walker Feb 13 2022 - 6:23pm

Stellar White Lucid Air Dream Edition Spotted At Ford Facility In Dearborn, Michigan

Ford appears to be in possession of one of the 520 Lucid Air Dream Editions. Where did the car in question come from, and what does Ford intend to use it for? Read on for more.

Image of Hyundai Ioniq 5 by John Goreham

By John Goreham Feb 13 2022 - 3:03pm

5 Ways Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 EV Could Be Improved For Winter Climates

We do a deep dive into how one of our favorite new battery-electric vehicles could be more winter-friendly. You may be surprised by the things we point out. Here’s a hint; AWD and range are not the problems.

2022 Subaru Forester features and upgrades, headlights

By Denis Flierl Feb 13 2022 - 12:15pm

IIHS Says New Subaru Forester Tech Reduces Crashes But Not In The Dark

How safe is the 2022 Subaru Forester? The IIHS says the compact SUV is good when the sun shines, but it needs better headlights.

By Timothy Boyer Feb 13 2022 - 11:44am

Toyota and Lexus Live Stream Q&A Episode You Will Want to Hear

For Toyota and Lexus car owners or those looking to buy a used Toyota or Lexus, here is a recently posted Toyota & Lexus live stream Q&A episode that can answer the burning questions you may have, and some insights into buying a used model of either make.

By Denis Flierl Feb 13 2022 - 6:05am

All New Subaru Maintenance Costs Are Going Up This Year Except One Model

Are the 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, and other new models expensive to maintain? Check out each model’s yearly repair costs here.

By Mary Conway Feb 12 2022 - 9:35pm

Jeep is giving the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L the Black Tie Treatment

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L is all dressed up with everywhere to go! The new three-row Jeep now has a glossy blacked-out version.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 12 2022 - 9:07pm

Tesla Cybertruck Will Be the Death of Legacy Auto Pickup Trucks

The Tesla Cybertruck is being touted as the death of the traditional pickup truck by Dave Lee, a prominent Tesla bull on YouTube. Let's look at what he has to say about this.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 12 2022 - 7:23pm

Giga Texas About to Kickoff the EV Revolution

Giga Texas is about to start deliveries next month and this will be the beginning of the EV revolution - a continued upward trend of the S Curve of EV (electric vehicles) adoption.

Engine Oil and Filter Info for Toyota Owners

By Timothy Boyer Feb 12 2022 - 3:35pm

How to Maintain your Toyota with DIY Instruction from These Toyota Mechanics

Are you under the impression that today’s Toyotas are too complicated for the owner to do any maintenance of their own? Would you like to avoid lube center scams? Here is your chance to learn how to maintain your Toyota by following this advice and instruction from two popular YouTube channel Toyota mechanics who demonstrate what you need to know and how easy it can be to keep your Toyota running well. Plus, find out the number one cause of high energy battery failure in hybrid Toyotas.

By Anthony Donati Feb 12 2022 - 2:06pm

Here Are The 4 Lucid Air Models! This Is What Comes Standard

Lucid Motors has 4 Lucid Air Editions. Here is the details of each Model and the prices they cost. Why $LCID investors should be excited about these models plus future models?

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV, pricing, reservation system

By Denis Flierl Feb 12 2022 - 11:36am

Retailers Are Already Giving The Hot Subaru Solterra Price Bumps Well Over MSRP

The 2023 Subaru Solterra is already a hot model for the Japanese automaker. A new report says some retailers are giving the all-electric SUV huge markups.

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