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 Anthony Donati Jan 20 2022 - 7:24pm

The PIF Shares Unlocked Today for Lucid Motors

Did the PIF sell its Lucid Motors (NYCE: LCID) shares today? Will the Saudi Public Investment Fund make the same mistake like they did with $TSLA and sell before the run? Also find out what BlackRock thinks where the next 1,000 unicorns could be.

image showing Ford's BlueCruise courtesy of For

By John Goreham Jan 20 2022 - 3:19pm

IIHS Will Add New Vehicle Automation Safety Ratings System

The most trusted name in automotive safety testing updates its protocols again to remain at the cutting edge.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Jan 20 2022 - 11:05am

Automakers Are Finally Figuring Out What Subaru Knew All Along

How does Subaru of America deal with the new car shortages of the 2022 Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek? Other car brands are finally figuring out what Subaru knew all along.

By Timothy Boyer Jan 20 2022 - 10:52am

Consumer Reports New Car Winners and Losers for This Important Safety Feature

Is owning the safest vehicle possible high on your new car shopping list? Here’s the latest on what important safety feature makes winners and losers of 5 popular auto makes. Plus, learn how CR analysts are modifying their car inspection ratings.

2023 Toyota Sequoia back end rear end teaser photo

By Jeff Teague Jan 20 2022 - 7:01am

Next-Gen 2023 Toyota Sequoia Announced – Here Are Official (and Unofficial) Details You Should Know

Toyota Sequoia is back. We give you the details, including word premiere info.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV features, specs

By Denis Flierl Jan 20 2022 - 6:36am

Update - New Subaru Solterra EV Reservation System And Availability Details

When can you order the new 2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric SUV? Check out the complete reservation and availability details here.

By Mary Conway Jan 19 2022 - 10:28pm

GM Plans to Sell Mobile Generators and Charging Stations Using its Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology

GM announced a new partnership to expand using its fuel cell technology beyond powering trucks, planes and trains. One type of fuel cell can be used to power charging stations to charge vehicles likes the Chevrolet Silverado EV.

By Jeremy Johnson Jan 19 2022 - 7:23pm

Tesla Owner Gets a Text That His Vehicle Range Has Increased

We just saw a Tweet from a user that was sent a text from Tesla that the range of his vehicle as increased. Why did this occur? We'll go over that now.

Image showing a gold Lucid Air on a sand-covered road in a desert.

By James Walker Jan 19 2022 - 2:03pm

The Saudi PIF Will Not Sell Its Lucid Shares After Lockup Expires

With Lucid founding shareholders able to sell for the first time since 2021's SPAC merger, investors are worried the Saudi Public Investment Fund will dump a large amount of its position. Here's why that's unlikely to happen.

By Denis Flierl Jan 19 2022 - 1:33pm

New Hoonigan Gymkhana Based On The Subaru GL Wagon Breaks Cover

Yesterday Subaru teased a new Hoonigan model and said a big announcement was on the way. Check out Travis Pastrana's new Gymkhana car.

By Timothy Boyer Jan 19 2022 - 12:03pm

Why This Toyota Camry is Burning Oil Diagnosis

Learn how to diagnose one of the reasons why your Toyota might be burning so much oil lately. And, whether the problem is worth fixing or you are better off condemning the vehicle to the junkyard.

By Denis Flierl Jan 19 2022 - 10:56am

The Winter Blahs, Subaru, And The Automaker's Annual Solution

How do you fight the winter blahs? Check out Subaru’s solution called Winterfest.

By Tinsae Aregay Jan 19 2022 - 9:48am

Elon Musk Defends Tesla’s Latest FSD Price Increase Says People Don’t understand Its Value

Tesla fans have been complaining after the EV maker recently increased FSD price to $12,000 in the US. Elon Musk explained why the price increase is fair saying "people do not yet understand how valuable an autonomous vehicle will be."

2022 Subaru BRZ, pricing, specs, features

By Denis Flierl Jan 19 2022 - 6:24am

Look For An All-New Next-Generation Subaru BRZ STI But Not A Turbo

A 2023 Subaru BRZ special edition performance model is likely coming. Check out a preview of the BRZ STI from the Tokyo Auto Salon.

By Armen Hareyan Jan 18 2022 - 10:38pm

2022 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab Review: Authentic and Pleasant Drive

We took the 2022 Nissan Frontier's off-road PRO-4X trim for a test drive and see that this truck is well equipped to satisfy its target clientele.

By Jeremy Johnson Jan 18 2022 - 9:05pm

We're About To See Giga Texas Awaken

Giga Texas has a completed building with all sides covered and production is eminent. Giga Texas is about to awaken and the production is going to be faster than anything Tesla has done before.

Image showing a copper colored Lucid Air parked outside the wood-clad sales studio in Millbrae California.

By James Walker Jan 18 2022 - 8:02pm

Lucid's Sales Model Gives It A Huge Advantage Over Legacy Automakers

The past couple of years have been extremely tough for the auto industry and the skyrocketing prices of new vehicles reflects that. Here's how Lucid's sales model eliminates a major headache for new car buyers, and how the big guys are pushing customers towards a new Lucid Air.

By Timothy Boyer Jan 18 2022 - 5:40pm

Ford BlueCruise Comparison Discussion to Tesla Autopilot and GM Super Cruise by Consumer Reports

Here’s the latest from Consumer Reports on how Ford’s assisted driving tech---BlueCruise---differs from Tesla’s Autopilot and GM’s Super Cruise.

Image courtesy of National Electric Highway Coalition Press Page

By John Goreham Jan 18 2022 - 4:57pm

With Wireless Charging Roads We Won’t Need Battery-Electric Vehicles

It may seem counterintuitive, but wireless charging roads would negate the need for expensive, heavy, battery-electric vehicles. Nor will we need a massive public DC fast-charging network. All we need are the affordable hybrids we already have in abundance.

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

By Denis Flierl Jan 18 2022 - 12:03pm

Subaru Gets Shut Out Of Latest Vincentric Best Value Awards 2022

The Vincentric Best Value In America Awards are out, and Subaru was shut out in 2022. Last year, the 2022 Subaru Outback was the best midsize SUV. See which model the Outback loses to in the latest awards.

By Armen Hareyan Jan 18 2022 - 11:48am

Blogger Notices The First Fresh Batch of Model Ys at Tesla Giga Texas

A fresh new batch of Tesla Model Y electric SUVs are spotted at Gigafactory Texas hinting that Tesla may have already started the production at its newly-constructed gigafactory in Austin.

By Timothy Boyer Jan 18 2022 - 11:00am

Amazon Sells Counterfeit Honda Parts Warning

Here’s the latest from a popular and trusted YouTube channel former Honda technician on how he got duped into buying counterfeit Honda parts while shopping online with Amazon. Plus, a recommended aftermarket parts source for when you can’t find the OEM part you want from your local dealership.

By John Goreham Jan 18 2022 - 9:27am

Poll: Most Mazda CX-5 Buyers Report Paying Less Than MSRP

We polled Mazda CX-5 owners to see what they paid during this time of shortages and widely-reported dealer markups. What we found is good news for Mazda shoppers.

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid image courtesy of Kate Silbaugh

By John Goreham Jan 18 2022 - 8:56am

Poll: Most Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Buyers Paid MSRP Or Less

Dealer markup horror stories are easy to find. To find out what buyers actually pay is a bit more difficult. Here is what the owners of Toyota RAV4 Hybrids we polled told us that they paid.

By Denis Flierl Jan 18 2022 - 7:40am

The New Subaru Forester And All-New WRX Still Retain Their Value Best In 2022

The 2022 Subaru Forester compact SUV and 2022 Subaru WRX sports car are still two cars with the lowest depreciation. See where Subaru ranks with other automakers.

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Chosen as Best SUV to Buy in 2022

By Mary Conway Jan 17 2022 - 10:25pm

Three Reasons the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Wins The Car Connection's Top Rating

The all-new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee is selected as the Best SUV to Buy in 2022.

By Jeremy Johnson Jan 17 2022 - 9:08pm

Tesla FSD v10.9 Released - What Are People Saying About It?

Tesla FSD v10.9 has been released in the U.S. Tesla is planning on releasing FSD in Canada soon. What are the first impressions of this software update? We'll go over that now.

By Timothy Boyer Jan 17 2022 - 4:53pm

Consumer Reports Advises Used Car Buyers to Avoid These Luxury SUV Models

Avoid these popular luxury SUVs a seller may be trying to unload on you in the used car market that turn out to have reliability issues.

By Denis Flierl Jan 17 2022 - 4:11pm

The Average New Subaru Price Drops $180 In December, Tesla Is Up $9,412

How does Subaru of America's new model prices compare with other automakers during the recent car shortages? See how Subaru prices have dropped in December while some automakers have shot up.

Image of I-PACE with bike rack courtesy of Jaguar

By John Goreham Jan 17 2022 - 3:18pm

5 Reasons Battery-Electric Vehicle Road Trip Range Stinks

Electric vehicles have multiple issues that make them harder to use on road trips than plug-in hybrids or hybrids. Here is why the range between charges is so low on long road trips.

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