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 G+ Dec 30 2020 - 8:47pm

The 2021 Kia Sorento Is One of The Best Hybrid SUVs

This week for two days we test-drove the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV and think it's currently one of the best hybrid SUVs in the market.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Dec 30 2020 - 8:21pm

Looks Like Tesla Semi Has Reduced Cameras From 26 to 10, Setup Reveals

It appears that Tesla has reduced Semi truck's cameras as 10-camera setup observed in production Autopilot code.

2021 Hyundai Elantra Front View, Read Color

By Armen Hareyan G+ Dec 30 2020 - 7:51pm

2021 Hyundai Elantra Has Progressed In All Areas

Yesterday I stopped at a Sam's Club gas station to fill-up my 2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited. The guy, an automotive enthusiast, who was filling his car on the other side, look at me and said, that's a very nice looking car. I said I am reviewing it. He said perhaps you can include my opinion in your review too. I thought, why not, it's the most genuine appreciation of the 2021 Hyundai Elantra.

By Marc Stern Dec 30 2020 - 5:55pm

Torque News Confirms 5.2-Liter Raptor V-8 Available In 2022

Torque News has confirmed that the 2022 Ford Raptor will have a V-8 under the hood. The engine was used in the GT350 TN has learned. TN has also learned that the engine will be delayed until the 2022 model year.

Chris Hagan's Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

By Patrick Rall G+ Dec 30 2020 - 5:30pm

1300-horsepower, 8-second Dodge Challenger Hellcat for $70k

If you have dreamed of hitting the street in a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat with enough power to run deep into the 8-second range, a former record-holding Mopar muscle car with upwards of 1,300 horsepower is available for sale for less than the price of a 797-horsepower Redeye.

By Max Larsen Dec 30 2020 - 1:24pm

Family Gathering: Watch All Generations Of The Porsche 911 Turbo Drag Race Each Other

When you hear “911 Turbo” and “Drag Race” in the same sentence, it’s usually the title of a vi

By Jimmy Dinsmore Dec 30 2020 - 11:35am

Defining What A Mustang Is, Requires A History Lesson; Mustang Mach-E Will Be Part Of That History

#NotAMustang movement forgets a lot of Mustang heritage and history. The Mustang nameplate lives on despite several missteps, near misses, and a future that includes an electrified crossover.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 30 2020 - 10:30am

3 Ways Toyota Could Improve the RAV4 Prime PHEV And Crush BEV Competition

The Toyota RAV4 Prime is quickly emerging as the hit vehicle for 2021. Here are three simple ways that Toyota could improve upon an already great plug-in vehicle.

Elon Musk free FSD to new Tesla Owners for EOY Push

By Armen Hareyan G+ Dec 30 2020 - 10:17am

Elon Musk's Gift To New Tesla Owners for a Record Year

It is again with a tweet that Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that he was offering the autonomous driving option for three months to customers who will receive their order three days before January 1. Tesla has 2 days to 500,000: a new record high year, thanks to record numbers.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 30 2020 - 9:59am

Never Buy A Tesla Unless It Is Just Before Quarter-End - Here’s Why

Elon Musk just announcedTesla's latest sales promotion. Here’s what Tesla buyers who bought last week won’t get.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 30 2020 - 7:53am

One Million New Subscribers And The Subaru Starlink Lawsuit Update

Subaru announced it enrolled one million subscribers in its Starlink connected services. Here is a Starlink class-action lawsuit update.

By Max Larsen Dec 29 2020 - 5:00pm

A Tale Of Two Turbos: This Guy Has A Porsche 930 Turbo And A Taycan Turbo

Guus Reinerink is a savvy fashion entrepreneur - with a severe engrossment in Porsches.

2021 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 29 2020 - 1:23pm

Why U.S. Customers Don’t Share Their Subaru Outback With The World

The 2021 Subaru Outback made in the U.S. is for North American customers only. See why they don’t share their wagon with the world.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Dec 29 2020 - 10:19am

Five Things To Know About the 2021 Mustang Mach 1’s Handling Package Wheels

Limited Edition Mustang Mach 1 gets unique handling package wheels to add muscle and performance to the upcoming pony car. The all-new 2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Handling Package will be available to order on Jan. 4, reaching showrooms in the spring.

New battery grade lithium deal for Tesla from Yahua group

By Armen Hareyan G+ Dec 29 2020 - 9:08am

Tesla Secures Huge Lithium Deal For Its Batteries With a Major Chinese Supplier

This morning China's Sichuan Yahua Industrial Group Co. announced that the company and Tesla have signed a major deal according to which Sichuan Yahua Industrial Group Co. will supply battery-grade lithium hydroxide to Tesla Inc. for the next five years. Lithium is a key battery ingredient.

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 29 2020 - 7:44am

New Subaru Forester Is Now The Top-Selling Car In One City And One State

The Subaru Forester owns one U.S. city and one state where it’s the best-selling model. Can you guess which ones they are?

Ford Explorer Changes for 2022 Evolutionary, Not Revolutionary

By Marc Stern Dec 29 2020 - 12:21am

2022 Ford Explorer Is Evolutionary, Not Revolutionary

After looking closely at the 2022 Ford Explorer, Torque News has found that changes to the top-selling SUV are more evolutionary than revolutionary.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Dec 28 2020 - 10:48pm

Tesla To Enter India in 2021 and Look at Manufacturing

Tela will start operations in India for the first time in 2021 and look for a possible assembly, possibly making India home for its next Gigafactory.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Dec 28 2020 - 5:32pm

Tesla Apparently Building Test Semi Trucks With Unexpected Battery Packs

According to a Twitter user Carsonight, who has proven to be familiar with Giga Nevada, "There are 4 Tesla semis being built at GFNV.

By Patrick Rall G+ Dec 28 2020 - 5:17pm

2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Pricing Starts at $47,995, Rubicon Starts at $51,695

The 4xe package is the first Jeep Wrangler to feature all-electric driving and it does so with a very minor price increase, giving these models a great chance of succeeding beyond the traditional hybrid community, with pricing starting at $47,995 for the Sahara and $51,695 for the Rubicon.

2022 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation STI

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 28 2020 - 4:16pm

How Subaru Makes The Next-Gen WRX and STI The Lightest Version It's Ever Built

Here's how Subaru makes the next-generation 2022 WRX and STI the lightest model they've ever built.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Dec 28 2020 - 3:57pm

Tesla Giga Berlin Just Got a New Update On Final Permit's Status

Tesla Giga Berlin just got a new update from Brandenburg's PM Dietmar Woidke, who hopes that Giga Berlin will be granted the final permit soon, but said there is not Lex for Tesla.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Dec 28 2020 - 11:06am

Tesla Brings Its Chess Pieces Into Position: EVs, Software and Battery Storage

Tesla is like a chess game and its CEO acts as a smart chess player, who brings its chess pieces - electric vehicles, software, and battery storage - into position.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 28 2020 - 10:24am

Sayonara Fiat 124 Spider - You Will Be Missed

As Fiat begins to wind down its North American operations, the 124 Spider is discontinued.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 28 2020 - 9:50am

2021 Shoppers Take Note: These Vehicle Brands Offer Valuable Included Maintenance

Maintenance worth hundreds or thousands of dollars is now included with some brands such as Toyota and Hyundai. Here is a list of brands for 2021 with this valuable included maintenance.

Tesla and Toyota approaches to electric cars

By Armen Hareyan G+ Dec 28 2020 - 9:04am

Since Tesla Became a Household Name, Toyota EV Is a Matter of "When," Not "If"

When it comes to Tesla, Toyota, and electric cars, it's important to keep in mind that attention drives investment.

Top of page image courtesy of Kevin O'Brien

By John Goreham G+ Dec 28 2020 - 9:01am

Tesla Owners Are Buying Toyota RAV4 Prime Plug-in Hybrids – Here’s Why

The reasons are pretty consistent. Here’s what owners of both Tesla EVs and Toyota RAV4 Primes say.

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 28 2020 - 7:49am

The 7 Best Cars For City Driving - One Feature Sets Subaru Forester SUV Apart

What are the best new cars for city driving? The Subaru Forester SUV is larger but has one feature that sets it apart from the others.

2021 Toyota RAV4 XSE Hybrid interior lane tracing assist

By Jeff Teague Dec 27 2020 - 4:14pm

How Toyota Lane Tracing Assist Works, like in this RAV4 Hybrid, and How it Can Help You

Look mom no hands. Watch my video demo to see how Toyota lane tracing assist can help you.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 27 2020 - 12:14pm

Consumer Reports Suggests Toyota RAV4 Prime As Alternative to the Tesla Model Y

Consumer Reports finds the Toyota RAV4 to be a viable substitute for the Model Y. Here’s why.

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