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 John Goreham Nov 22 2021 - 10:23am

Ford's Explorer Offers the Best AWD SUV Flat Tire Management System Available

Special tires or a spare tire? Which is the best option to deal with a flat tire? Why not both?

Tesla May Have Over 3 Million Cybertruck Orders

By Armen Hareyan Nov 22 2021 - 9:58am

Data Shows Over 3 Million Tesla Cybertruck Orders, And It's Not Surprising

There may be over three million paid Tesla Cybertruck orders, data sent to Torque News shows. Look at this order number, which could be good news for Tesla and six years of paid reservations for Cybertruck.

Image of Michelin selfseal tire by John Goreham

By John Goreham Nov 22 2021 - 9:54am

Michelin Primacy A/S Selfseal Tires Offer More Than Security

We test-drove Michelin Primacy A/S Selfseal Tires on a Ford Explorer and loved the security and ride comfort they provided.

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

By Denis Flierl Nov 22 2021 - 6:43am

Subaru Outback Was Just Picked Best 2-Row SUV And Gets 2 More Honors

The 2022 Subaru Outback just picked up three new awards. See why the midsize SUV is one of the best picks for shoppers.

2022 Ford Maverick Photo Courtesy Ford Motor Co.

By Marc Stern Nov 21 2021 - 6:23pm

Ford Has Two Entries In 2021 NACTOY Awards Program Finals

At last, the committee running the North American Car and Truck Awards program has its finalists. In a surprise, Ford has two entrants. The entries are not where you think they might be -- electric. Instead, Ford's "back to the future" retro SUV, the Bronco, is one vehicle, while the automaker's innovative compact pickup, the Maverick, is the second. Two of the entrants are from manufacturers that didn't exist three years ago, Lucid and Rivian. Photos Courtesy Ford Motor Co.

2022 Subaru Ascent pricing, features, reliability

By Denis Flierl Nov 21 2021 - 6:16am

Why The Subaru Ascent 3-Row SUV Is Now The Black Sheep Of The Family

The 2022 Subaru Ascent just made Consumer Reports' ten least reliable cars list again. Here are the problems with the 3-Row family hauler.

By Jeremy Johnson Nov 20 2021 - 10:41pm

Tesla Cybertruck May Have a New Beta Version As We Found This Really Amazing Pic

There is a Tweet circulating on social media claiming to be the image of the new beta version of Tesla Cybertruck. Why is this image circulating around now? This could at least mean that Tesla is getting one step closer to the production of the Cybertruck and the release of Tesla's electric truck may happen sooner than expected.

Tesla Experienced Outage Elon Musk Responded

By Jeremy Johnson Nov 20 2021 - 3:16pm

Tesla Experiences Outage, Shutting Down Apps and Features of Cars

Tesla recently experienced an outage, causing there to be an unavailability for features of its app and cars, along with not being able to get in the car using your phone. Elon Musk responded to this directly.

Image showing a Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV in a car wash

By James Walker Nov 20 2021 - 12:13pm

Ford And Rivian Scrap Plans To Co-Develop Future Electric Vehicles

The first jointly-developed product would have worn Ford badging and be built on Rivian's "skateboard" platform. Now Ford is confident that they don't need Rivian's help.

Engine Diagnostic Tools in the Wrong Hands

By Timothy Boyer Nov 20 2021 - 11:31am

Do Not Fall for This Car Repair Reverse Scam

Sometimes, car owners can be their own worst enemy when it comes to car repairs. Do not fall into this trap described as a “car repair reverse scam.”

Tesla Cybertruck production update from Elon Musk

By Armen Hareyan Nov 20 2021 - 11:20am

Elon Musk Explains Why Tesla Can't Launch Cybertruck or Semi Yet

Tesla CEO Elon Musk explains, quite logically, why at the moment it is extremely difficult to produce new electric models, particularly the Cybertruck and the Tesla Semi.

Image showing a gold Lucid Air being reversed out of an enclosed car trailer for customer delivery.

By James Walker Nov 20 2021 - 9:47am

Lucid Airs Are Being Delivered Around The Country In These Specific Locations

From Seattle to Chicago to Atlanta, Lucid Airs are making their way to customers across the US in ever-increasing numbers.

By Jeff Teague Nov 20 2021 - 9:14am

You Will Not Believe the Markup Price on This 2021 Toyota RAV4

Brace yourself. Nothing will prepare you for the markup on this 2021 Toyota RAV4.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Nov 20 2021 - 8:12am

The Most And Least Fuel Efficient New Cars - EPA Says Subaru Is Still 2nd Best

The EPA released its new fuel-mileage results and finds Subaru's lineup of 2022 Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, and Ascent rank 2nd best in U.S. automaker's fleets. See how they accomplish it with an all-wheel-drive lineup.

By Jeremy Johnson Nov 19 2021 - 10:48pm

Tesla Now Offering Gift Cards

Tesla is now offering gift cards through its website for the amounts of $50, $69, $100, $250, and $420, or a custom amount of your choosing. Gift cards may be a nice way to give someone enough for some charging cables, or enough for even the full self-driving package - or a month or two of FSD subscription.

Image showing a white Fisker Ocean parked in a forested area.

By James Walker Nov 19 2021 - 5:35pm

Fisker Ocean Has a Surprisingly Low Price and Multiple Battery Setups

The all-electric Fisker Ocean will cost $37,499 before credits thanks to its use of multiple battery setups.

Unbelievably Lazy Repair by Car Dealership Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer Nov 19 2021 - 3:40pm

Car Repair Scam Outed by Mechanic is a Lesson to Car Owners

Here is a recent car repair scam by a dealership on a relatively new car that serves as a good lesson to all car owners seeking help from a dealership when something is amiss with their car.

By Timothy Boyer Nov 19 2021 - 3:36pm

Best All-Season Tires Listed for Winter Driving in Cars, SUVs, and Trucks

Here is the latest from Consumer Reports on what they found from extensive testing to be the best all-season tires to suit your needs for winter driving whether it be in a car, SUV, or truck this winter.

2022 Subaru BRZ, pricing, specs, features

By Denis Flierl Nov 19 2021 - 2:55pm

Car And Driver Says Subaru BRZ Is A 10-Best But It Still Has One Major Flaw

Subaru just announced the next-generation 2022 Subaru BRZ was included as a top vehicle in the Car and Driver 2022 10Best list. But they say it still has one major flaw.

Image showing the hood, headlights and cameras in the nose of a white Lucid Air.

By James Walker Nov 19 2021 - 1:46pm

Lucid Stock Cools After A Run To Near All-Time High Territory

Rollercoaster ride continues for Lucid stock fuelled by announcements made during the manufacturer's Q3 earnings call.

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By Marc Stern Nov 19 2021 - 12:17pm

F-150 Lightning's Mega Power Frunk Began Life As Cardboard Box

The F-150 Lightning's innovative Mega Power Frunk had very mundane beginnings. Designers used a cardboard box that they styled into the trunk (front-trunk) and they made changes as they showed it during the design input phase. The result is the innovative and versatile front trunk.

By Denis Flierl Nov 19 2021 - 6:43am

ALG Says The New Subaru Forester And WRX Still Retain Their Value Best

Subaru wins two more residual value awards from ALG. See why the 2022 Forester and 2022 WRX are singled out as the top models again.

By Armen Hareyan Nov 18 2021 - 9:55pm

Teslas Are Sold Out Until 2023, But The Timing May Reverse

Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles are sold out until 2023. This is partially due to shortage of parts, but the delivery time may reverse and change with supply improvement.

Tesla Hints at CyberTruck to Be Released Soon

By Jeremy Johnson Nov 18 2021 - 7:56pm

Cybertruck Reservation Holder Gets a Txt From Tesla Preparing for Delivery

We have a Tweet from someone that may give a clue that the Tesla CyberTruck is getting closer to its first deliveries. Let's take a look at what this Twitter user's feed said with replies and comments, and what it all means.

A gold-colored Lucid is pictured inside the company's Beverly Hills studio as it awaits pickup from its owner

By James Walker Nov 18 2021 - 3:16pm

North American Car Of The Year Finalists Announced: Lucid Air Makes The List

Lucid's Air faces stiff competition in its category but could be the first EV to bring home North American Car of the Year.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Ascent

By Denis Flierl Nov 18 2021 - 1:19pm

10 Most And Least Reliable Cars - Subaru Crosstrek Is Best, Ascent Among The Worst

What are the most reliable new cars? Subaru has two models on the list, and one is best and one the worst in the new report. Check out the full report here.

By Armen Hareyan Nov 18 2021 - 1:17pm

Jim Cramer Says Tesla Could Be Like Amazon, Opens Ford, Lucid and Rivian

CNBC's Jim Cramer joined 'Squawk Box' this morning ahead of the day's market action to discuss shares of electric-vehicle makers Tesla, Rivian and Lucid.

Top Tier Gas Recommended by Car Manufacturers

By Timothy Boyer Nov 18 2021 - 1:01pm

Top Tier Gas Recommended by AAA Automotive Experts for These Cars

Are you using the best gasoline possible to protect your car’s engine? Turn’s out that many car owners are not choosing the best gasoline for their engines according to a recent recommendation by AAA Automotive experts who say that manufacturers of specific makes recommended that car owners use Top Tier gas in their vehicles.

By Denis Flierl Nov 18 2021 - 8:25am

The Most Reliable Car Brands And Why Subaru Only Gets An Honorable Mention

Which car brands are the most reliable? See where Subaru ranks with the big automakers and where the Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek are in the most reliable models list.

By Peter Neilson Nov 18 2021 - 1:53am

Toyota Prius Catalytic Converter Theft Is 40 Times Higher Over A Few Short Years

Toyota Prius is a prime target for catalytic converter theft. Theft year over has gotten so bad it is not 40 times worse than it was in 2016. Prius is not the only target though. Here is a list of the top targeted vehicles and what you can do to take action.

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