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.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing

By Denis Flierl Feb 10 2022 - 2:44pm

The 10 Worst Car Deals Now - New Subaru Crosstrek Makes CR's Updated List

What are the worst deals on a new car you can buy right now? See why the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek is now on the updated list.

By Anthony Donati Feb 10 2022 - 2:07pm

Here Is What Makes Lucid Airs Interior Special

Lucid Motors has created such an amazing vehicle from the exterior to the interior. With features such as Amazon Alexa, Retractable Pilot Panel display and much more! $LCID shareholders should be happy about this

By Timothy Boyer Feb 10 2022 - 1:58pm

Below MSRP New Cars to Buy Right Now Recommended by Consumer Reports Analysts

Despite the vehicle shortage and inflated new car pricing, Consumer Reports’ analysts recently found 10 models that right now are now selling below their MSRP sticker price---two of which are surprising popular truck finds.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Feb 10 2022 - 11:40am

Subaru’s Dismal Financial Report And What It Means For New Car Shoppers

Subaru reported its new financials, and it’s not good. What does it mean for 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, and other new model shoppers?

By Timothy Boyer Feb 10 2022 - 11:29am

Was This Mechanic Wronged by a Customer?

Here’s an interesting video where it appears the car repair customer was not being honest with the mechanic. Is this a gray area of the customer-mechanic repair relationship or was this mechanic wronged by his customer with this repair?

Image showing a white Lucid Air driving across the Brooklyn bridge

By James Walker Feb 10 2022 - 9:56am

Lucid Air Beats Mercedes EQS Across Every Metric In New York Times Comparison Test

Range, horsepower, charging speed all aside; it's the way the Lucid Air advances what an electric car can be that sees it win out over Mercedes' first volume EV.

By Denis Flierl Feb 10 2022 - 6:55am

Car Brands Americans Consider First - Subaru Now Scores In The Top 5

What are the top car brands considered first by new vehicle shoppers in 2022? The 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek rank high with consumers. Check out the top-five brands considered first here.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 9 2022 - 8:10pm

Will Tesla Make Uber and Lyft Obsolete?

Will Tesla make Uber and Lyft obsolete? This a question I've seen hotly debated on Twitter and on online forums. I think the answer may surprise you - let's go over it now.

First Things First Approach to a Dash Warning Light

By Timothy Boyer Feb 9 2022 - 6:08pm

The First Thing to Check with a Check Engine Light Warning

Contrary to what you may have heard about the dreaded check engine warning light on your dashboard panel, it does not necessarily mean that you are in for an expensive repair bill. Here’s a quick video on the first maintenance task you should do before anything else after your check engine light comes on.

By Timothy Boyer Feb 9 2022 - 4:52pm

Consumer Reports 12 Best New Car SUV Deals for 2022

Here’s your chance this month to choose a good car at a good price with this Consumer Reports recently released best new car deals list with these12 popular SUV models.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Feb 9 2022 - 4:07pm

Subaru Forester, Crosstrek Will Be Even More Scarce After Latest Shutdown

Subaru restarted production at its Japan plant that manufactures the 2022 Forester and 2022 Crosstrek. See what it means for customers and new car shoppers this winter and spring.

2022 Subaru BRZ, pricing, specs, features

By Denis Flierl Feb 9 2022 - 11:11am

The 2022 Subaru BRZ Just Secured 2 Prestigious Nominations - Can It Win?

The next-generation 2022 Subaru BRZ is now a finalist for the prestigious World Performance Car of the year. Can the sports car win it all?

By Timothy Boyer Feb 9 2022 - 11:01am

Not Your Average Superglue, This Automotive Adhesive is Mechanic Tested and Recommended

Plastic automotive parts get brittle and break during a disassembly and can be expensive and often hard to find. Here’s an automotive adhesive used by a popular mechanic who recommends this “not your average superglue” super glue for making repairs on your car or just for an on-the-road quick fix.

By Denis Flierl Feb 9 2022 - 8:23am

Now All Lightly Used Subaru Cars Cost More Than New Models Except One

A new report says a used Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Impreza, WRX, and Legacy now cost more than a new car. Check out the one Subaru model that is the exception.

Protect Your Car from Theft with This Simple Precaution That Works

By Timothy Boyer Feb 8 2022 - 9:07pm

There's a Simple Way to Stop a Thief from Stealing Your Car Says This Mechanic

Worried about someone stealing your car parked outside of your home? Here’s a recent bit of advice about a useful and simple way to stop a thief from stealing your car that is one of those slap-in-the -head, “Why didn’t I think of this before?” moments.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 8 2022 - 7:42pm

President Biden Acknowledges Tesla For the First Time Ever

We have a video of President Biden mentioning Tesla for the very first time ever. He gives credit to Tesla as the largest EV manufacturer in the U.S.

By Anthony Donati Feb 8 2022 - 6:03pm

Near Term Catalysts for Lucid Motors, This Is Why Institutions Are Buying Lucid Motors Stock

Lucid Motors is significantly undervalued at $27.43. We are seeing multiple institutions and hedge funds accumulate a ton of shares near these prices after we saw the Tesla Earnings negatively affect Lucid Motors stock price. After the huge dip from the electric vehicle sector, Lucid has had trouble breaking the resistance to $30.

By James Walker Feb 8 2022 - 5:47pm

Lucid Will Open 14 New Studios And Service Centers Across North America in 2022

Lucid continues to increase its footprint across the US and Canada, and these facilities opening will bring the company to new areas and audiences. Here are all the locations getting Lucid Studios and Service Centers in 2022.

Cylinder Compression Testing Reveals Much About an Engine

By Timothy Boyer Feb 8 2022 - 4:47pm

Engine Compression Test Demonstrated After 280,000 Miles

Here is a demo video of how an engine compression test is done with some actual engine compression numbers from a used vehicle engine after logging in 280,000 miles.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV, charging network

By Denis Flierl Feb 8 2022 - 3:23pm

Subaru Announces New Solterra EV Access To EVgo Fast Charging Network

Where can you charge the new 2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV? Check out the details here.

Important Question Car Owners Need to Ask Their Mechanic After Repairs

By Timothy Boyer Feb 8 2022 - 1:18pm

Car Talk Points to Common Mistake Repair Shops Make Leaving You with an Unsafe Vehicle

This is not a scam, but more of a misfeasance issue recently pointed out by NPR’s Car Talk series on a common “mistake” made by repair shops that could leave you with an unsafe vehicle.

Ford's Bronco Raptor Is A Great Off-Roader; Bronco-R Lessons Learned

By Marc Stern Feb 8 2022 - 12:56pm

Ford Bronco Takes 1-2-3 In Grueling King Of The Hammers Racing

In 2019 and 2020, Ford's Bronco-R ran in the tough Baja 1000. The lessons learned in this backcountry off-road race were well-learned as Ford Performance took them and applied them to a new generation of off-road racing Broncos. Those lessons were learned quite well as Ford took three podiums in this past weekend's King of the Hammers off-road race.

Image of Chevrolet Bolt and Toyota RAV4 Prime courtesy of MF

By John Goreham Feb 8 2022 - 11:20am

GM Losing Important U.S. Electric Vehicle Customers To Competitors - Here’s Why

Two years after GM declared that its all-electric future was now, the company is losing critical American-market customers to competitors. Here’s why an important part of GM’s customer base is leaving for other brands.

By Timothy Boyer Feb 8 2022 - 9:16am

Avoid These Common Mistakes During a Valve Cover Gasket Job

Whether you are doing a valve cover gasket job to stop an oil leak or having someone else do it at a service center or garage, here are some common mistakes made that you should avoid or make part of your post-service repair check after the garage completes the job as shown in this example with a 1996 Toyota 4Runner with 280,000 miles.

2022 Subaru WRX, next-generation WRX specs, features, price

By Denis Flierl Feb 8 2022 - 8:53am

Subaru Is Quickly Running Out Of The 2021 WRX and WRX STI

If you want a 2021 Subaru WRX, there aren’t many left. Subaru ends production to make way for the all-new 2022 WRX.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV features, specs, pricing

By Denis Flierl Feb 8 2022 - 6:33am

The New Subaru Solterra EV Customer Reservation System Opens Today

Subaru will open up its reservation system for the 2023 Solterra EV in the U.S. today. Check out what customers need to know here and get the new reservation website link here.

2022 Jeep Special Edition Beach Wranglers

By Mary Conway Feb 7 2022 - 10:07pm

2022 Jeep Wrangler is Out with Special High Tide Models, Perfect for the Beach

The Jeep Wrangler is perfect to handle the sand and the surf. New for 2022, Jeep has a model designed for High Tide and a spectacular new eye-catching color!

By Anthony Donati Feb 7 2022 - 9:04pm

Why Is Lucid Motors So Secretive? And Lucid's Marketing Route

Here is a nice recap of the Bear Workshop Lucid Interview with Financial Journey and what Lucid Motors (NYCE: LCID) investors should know.

Are Future Cars Too Complicated for Today's Car Owners?

By Timothy Boyer Feb 7 2022 - 5:36pm

Are Cars Too Complicated Today? History Says No!

Here’s an argument made by an automotive engineer on why history says cars today are not too complicated and why it is not the automakers, but the public that is driving our vehicles toward a future of planned obsolescence.

Still image courtesy of Andrew Schiffer and YouTube.

By John Goreham Feb 7 2022 - 4:00pm

Mazda Salesperson Creates Quirky and Fun iPhone Video Explaining AWD

One local Mazda dealer in Mass. produced what we think should be an award-winning video.

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