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 Armen Hareyan Jan 10 2022 - 10:51pm

The 2022 Canyon 4WD AT4 Crew Cab: Trendy Off-Road Vibe

The 2022 GMC Canyon is the more elegant version of Chevy Colorado, despite some of their similarities and there has been a great improvement in the reliability of GM's compact pickup duo (Chevrolet Colorado / GMC Canyon). This week Torque News is reviewing the 2022 Canyon 4WD AT4 Crew Cab.

By Armen Hareyan Jan 10 2022 - 9:26pm

2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer AWD Activ: Small SUV With Big Horizons

This week I had the opportunity to test out for a week the new 2022 Chevy Trailblazer AWD ACTIV trim, a crossover inspired by the great and updated Chevy Blazer. The Activ trim is Trailblazer's off-road package and gives the vehicle more performance.

By Jeremy Johnson Jan 10 2022 - 6:26pm

Tesla Q4, 2021 Earnings Are Coming - What To Expect

Tesla will report on their Q4, 2021 earnings after the closing bell on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. Let's take a look at what we think Tesla will report and how it will impact the stock price.

Image of Tesla Cybertruck courtesy of Tesla media gallery

By John Goreham Jan 10 2022 - 4:49pm

26 Months After 2019 Unveiling of the Tesla Cybertruck It Is "Indefinitely Delayed"

Tesla's public Cybertruck event happened before the market disruption and during a different Presidency.

Image of VW ID.4 controls courtesy of VW media support.

By John Goreham Jan 10 2022 - 3:56pm

Watch These Veteran EV Testers Lambaste the Controls of VW’s ID.4

“Spongy, wonky, annoying, disappointing, frustrating, and not working.” The VW ID.4 controls have stirred some controversy. Here is how one experienced EV testing team broke down just how terrible some aspects of the ID/4’s design are in their opinions.

Image showing a cut-away view of a Lucid Air to highlight its underfloor battery placement.

By James Walker Jan 10 2022 - 3:33pm

Lucid Plans Second Life For Recycled EV Batteries In Energy Storage

Lucid plans to recycle the batteries used to power its electric vehicles in stationary power storage applications which its CEO believes could soon eclipse its car business.

By Denis Flierl Jan 10 2022 - 11:25am

Clearing Up The New Subaru Forester And Wilderness Tow Ratings

Many customers ask, do all 2022 Subaru Forester trim levels come with a 3,000 lb tow rating? We answer the question here.

Image of Toyota RAV4 Prime courtesy of Kate S.

By John Goreham Jan 10 2022 - 9:39am

Toyota RAV4 Prime Owner 1-Year Review - Brilliant and No Regrets

Here is why one Toyota RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle owner still loves her vehicle after a full year of ownership. Read what she says about using it as a farm vehicle.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Jan 10 2022 - 8:01am

Subaru Reliability - Forester, Outback, Crosstrek All Score Number One In Class

Are the 2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Outback, and 2022 Crosstrek reliable all-wheel-drive cars? Check out the latest study from Consumer Reports ranking all three models number one in their SUV categories.

Image showing a rendering of a silver Mercedes-Benz EQXX concept car driving beside a lake with mountains in the background.

By James Walker Jan 9 2022 - 8:35pm

Consumer Electronics Show 2022 Showcases The Future Of Mobility

Annual showcase of EVs and mobility technology brings offerings from GM, Mercedes, BMW, Sony, and more.

By Marc Stern Jan 9 2022 - 1:48pm

Ford Recalls Transit Vans To Repair Rear Driveshaft Problem; 2022 Maverick, Mustang Mach-E Rear Seatbelt Issues

Ford has had a number of recalls recently. They continue with fixes for rear driveshaft problems for Ford Transit vans and for problems with rear seatbelt assemblies in Maverick compact pickups and Mustang Mach-Es.

2022 Subaru Ascent pricing, features, reliability

By Denis Flierl Jan 9 2022 - 8:37am

The New Subaru Ascent Family Hauler Year End And Is It Reliable?

The 2022 Subaru Ascent sales are down to finish 2021, but where is the 3-Row family hauler headed in 2022? Is the Ascent a reliable model?

By Tinsae Aregay Jan 9 2022 - 5:38am

Tesla Gets The Green Light To Begin Refreshed Model Y Production At Giga Texas

According to Wedbush Managing Director and Senior Equity Analyst Daniel Ives, Tesla has received final approval to begin refreshed Model Y production at Giga Texas. Production is expected to begin in the next 7 to 10 days.

By Armen Hareyan Jan 8 2022 - 7:46pm

Tesla Semi Driving on San Francisco Bridge

Tesla Semi is seen driving on San Francisco bridge. As I reported yesterday, production has started.

Image of Ford F-150 similar to pickups whose bed latches fly open

By Marc Stern Jan 8 2022 - 3:27pm

Ford Recalls 2018 F- 150 Pickups To Fix Tailgate Problem; Transit Connects To Repair Roof Issue

Ford has had a busy time with recalls. In the latest recalls, the automaker has recalled 2018 F-150s to repair rear pickup bed latches that open and to fix Transit Connect vans whose panoramic Vista roofs fly off.

By Jeremy Johnson Jan 8 2022 - 1:04pm

Tesla FSD Price Increased - Why It's a Bargain Still

We've just received news that Elon Musk has increased the price of Tesla's FSD software from $10K to $12K. That's a two thousand dollar increase. Elon Musk said at one time that when FSD is ready and at level 5, it will be worth $100K. That makes todays prices look like a bargain.

By Denis Flierl Jan 8 2022 - 11:40am

The Best And Worst Car Websites - Subaru Now Ranks Top Mainstream Brand

How easy is it to shop online for a new 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, or another new model? According to a recent study, Subaru ranks number one among all mainstream brands. Check out the complete list from best to worst here.

Image of Toyota RAV4 Prime with flag courtesy of Kate Silbaugh

By John Goreham Jan 8 2022 - 11:39am

Toyota RAV4 Prime PHEV Outsells Every BEV and PHEV Competitor In 2021

Toyota delivered more RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles than the Ford Mach-E, Volkswagen ID.4, Hyundai IONIQ5, and multiple other electrified models in the segment.

Image showing a bird's eye view of Lucid's AMP-1 production facility in Arizona.

By James Walker Jan 8 2022 - 11:15am

Lucid AMP-1 Factory Expansion Well Underway In Latest Bear's Workshop Fly-By

Bear's latest drone film shows Lucid's AMP-1 factory in Casa Grande is a hive of activity with new cars rolling out at a steady pace.

By Armen Hareyan Jan 8 2022 - 9:57am

Tesla Giga Berlin’s Battery Production Building Nears Completion

Tobias Lindh who provides drone flyovers over Tesla Giga Berlin, has a new video with lots of great information showing how closer Tesla is getting toward completion of its 4680 battery factory.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing

By Denis Flierl Jan 8 2022 - 6:53am

4X4 Mag Says Subaru Crosstrek Is Best Crossover Of The Year For Third Time

The refreshed 2022 Subaru Crosstrek is picking up more global awards. See why it wins Crossover Of The Year 2022 from 4X4 Magazine for the third time.

By Tinsae Aregay Jan 8 2022 - 6:22am

Apple Officially Adds Tesla To Its List Of ‘Secondary Peer Group Of Premier Companies’

Over the years, as Tesla has moved out of the brink of bankruptcy to the most valuable automaker in the world, more and more companies are starting to notice the EV maker's value. And a recent addition to this group is Apple which has officially added Tesla to its select group of peer companies.

By Timothy Boyer Jan 7 2022 - 9:57pm

Car Tune-Up Truths Car Owners Need to Understand Today

Here are some car tune-up truths from a popular mechanic who explains to car owners whether tune-ups are still a thing for car owners to be concerned about; how the automotive industry deliberately forces car owners to seek help from dealership service departments; and, how much you can expect to pay and why, toward maintaining your engine with a “modern” tune-up today.

Image showing a partially-assembled Lucid Air moving along the production line at the AMP-1 factory.

By James Walker Jan 7 2022 - 9:12pm

Software Bugs Could Be The True Cause Of Lucid's Delivery Delays

Lucid Air Dream Edition owners are sharing their experiences and heaping praise on their new cars, but are also reporting software issues hampering some functions. Could this be the real culprit behind the company's fit and finish delays?

By Jeremy Johnson Jan 7 2022 - 6:48pm

Tesla Producing Semis for PepsiCo With 4680 Batteries

Tesla is producing Tesla Semis for PepsiCo and using 4680 batteries and this should be by the end of January, 2022. The Semis were built in Giga Nevada and will use the new 4680 battery cells. Pepsi is installing megachargers at their facility in California.

By Jeremy Johnson Jan 7 2022 - 6:27pm

Tesla FSD Will Benefit The Disabled and Elderly

Tesla FSD is one of the most ground breaking software and hardware technologies. There's a segment of the population that is really going to benefit from autonomous vehicles and that is people with disabilities and the elderly.

By Anthony Donati Jan 7 2022 - 6:14pm

Lucid Motors Stock Had an Exceptional Day, Plus Expansion Update

Lucid Motors' stock LCID had a great day, Lucid Motors is expanding at a Rapid Rate, Everything Investors need to know heading into a presumably volatile next week!

Image of Toyota Prius at Tesla Supercharger by John Goreham

By John Goreham Jan 7 2022 - 11:05am

Prius Line Outsells Every Affordable BEV For 2021 - Bolt and Leaf Combined

Affordable battery-electric deliveries continue to flounder. The Prius line outsold every affordable BEV in 2021. Here are the delivery results for the U.S. market in 2021.

2022 Subaru BRZ, pricing, specs, features

By Denis Flierl Jan 7 2022 - 8:11am

The Next-Generation Subaru BRZ Already Had Its Best Month Ever

How does the next-generation 2022 Subaru BRZ compare with the first-generation sports coupe? The new BRZ is already setting records. Check out its performance in the first month after arriving in the U.S.

2022 Subaru WRX, next-generation WRX STI

By Denis Flierl Jan 7 2022 - 6:13am

Before Next-Generation, Subaru WRX And STI Finish The Year With A Big Lead

The 2021 Subaru WRX and WRX STI are now the best performing nameplates in Subaru's entire lineup in the percentage of sales increase. See what WRX and STI did to finish the year.

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