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.

Time to shop for the right tires for winter.

By Timothy Boyer Aug 19 2021 - 11:29am

Best SUV and Truck Tires of 2021 for All Season and Snow Specific Driving Conditions

Here’s the latest from Consumer Reports on what they found from extensive testing the best SUV and truck tires you can buy in 2021 that offers improved stopping distance and reliability under a wide range of driving conditions.

2022 Subaru Outback, 2022 Ascent, 2022 Legacy ventilated seats

By Denis Flierl Aug 19 2021 - 10:55am

Which 3 Subarus Have Cooled Seats? They're Not The Most Popular Models

It's summer, and car cabins are scorching inside. Why are the 2022 Subaru Outback, 2022 Ascent, and 2022 Legacy the only Subaru models with cooled seats?

Image of EV charger and plug by John Goreham

By John Goreham Aug 19 2021 - 10:02am

Electric Vehicle Charging Is a Confusing Mess For New EV Owners

As electric vehicle adoption ramps up, what is becoming clear is that charging is a mess on all levels to those starting out new to EVs.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Aug 19 2021 - 6:56am

Subaru Forester And Crosstrek Stand Out Among 9 Roomiest Compact SUVs

Which compact SUVs are the best in interior room, comfort, and get good fuel mileage? The 2021 Subaru Forester and 2021 Subaru Crosstrek rank among the nine best.

By Tinsae Aregay Aug 19 2021 - 6:03am

Environmental Groups With Dubious Ties To ICE OEMs Drop Their Legal Action Against Tesla Giga Berlin

Two environmental groups, Nabu and Green League, say they will not take their fight against Giga Berlin to a higher court. However, the environmental organizations vow to keep their fight.

By Jeremy Johnson Aug 18 2021 - 8:48pm

What I'm Looking Forward to From Tesla AI Day

Tesla AI Day is happening tomorrow. I'm excited and am looking forward to the following things being discussed.

By John Goreham Aug 18 2021 - 4:58pm

Change Your Toyota Highlander's Cabin Air Filter And Save $50

Swapping out a vehicle cabin air filter is a piece of cake. We can show you how to do it in under 3 minutes and tell you how you can get the filter for under $20 delivered to your home.

Basic info on installing car LED lighting

By Timothy Boyer Aug 18 2021 - 4:56pm

Installing LED Lighting on Your Car Basics

Looking to make your car standout at night? There’s a number of LED lighting kits for cars; however, not all work the same, or offer features that might not be right for you. Here’s an informative video instruction on the different types of LED light kits for cars that covers the basics that you need to know before ordering a kit.

By John Goreham Aug 18 2021 - 4:15pm

Costco's Auto Program Helps Vehicle Shoppers Fight Back Against Dealer Markups

Costco’s Auto Program is one way that shoppers can try to fight dealer market adjustment price adders.

2022 Subaru Forester features, specs, safety technology

By Denis Flierl Aug 18 2021 - 12:55pm

Will The 2022 Forester Be Self-Driving? Subaru Says An Emphatic No

The 2022 Subaru Forester comes with the next-generation EyeSight, but Subaru says it will not have self-driving capabilities. Check out its full capabilities.

Image of 2022 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X by John Goreham

By John Goreham Aug 18 2021 - 9:57am

Midsize Pickups Like Nissan’s Frontier PRO-4X Are Perfect For Biking, Fishing, and Kayaking

We took Nissan’s all-new 2022 Frontier PRO-4X to the mountains of New Hampshire to see how user-friendly it was on a biking, fishing, kayaking trip. Here’s what we learned.

By Timothy Boyer Aug 18 2021 - 9:13am

Popular Compact Cars That are Winners and Losers According to Consumer Reports Automotive Experts

Here’s the latest for car buyers looking to buy a small sedan or hatchback with this recommendation to avoid two losers; and instead, choose these recommended better choice compacts or their under-the-radar alternatives you may not be aware about.

2022 Subaru Forester new features, specs, fuel mileage

By Denis Flierl Aug 18 2021 - 7:56am

New Video Preview Of The 2022 Subaru Forester And What's Coming Next

Subaru released new live shots of the refreshed 2022 Forester. See what’s coming to U.S. models soon.

By Daniel Cappo Aug 17 2021 - 8:28pm

Tesla Notches Key Victory That Will Help It Avoid Production Delays At Giga Berlin

The environmental association which is known as the NABU just gave up on their lawsuit against Tesla. This decision by the NABU does not eliminate all potential issues with Giga Berlin for Tesla, but it is a big step in the right direction.

By Jeremy Johnson Aug 17 2021 - 8:19pm

How Safe are Tesla Vehicles Compared to Other Auto Makers?

Recently, we've heard of investigations into Tesla's Autopilot system and we're asking the question, "How safe are Tesla vehicles compared to other auto makers?" Let's dive into some sources to get the answer.

By Tinsae Aregay Aug 17 2021 - 3:56pm

Tesla Restarts Model 3 Production After A Brief Shutdown But In Limited Quantity

Tesla was forced to shut down the Model 3 production line at the company's Fremont California plant over the weekends. However, according to reports, Tesla has restarted Model 3 production, even though it is in limited quantity.

Spark plug connector grease is often applied wrong.

By Timothy Boyer Aug 17 2021 - 3:15pm

Spark Plug Car Maintenance Mistakes Many Car Owners and Service Centers Make

Have you ever had new spark plugs installed by a service center or perhaps even did it yourself, only to discover something was not quite right with how your engine ran afterward? Here’s a Toyota Maintenance warning concerning your spark plugs that many people make.

2022 Toyota Camry Hybrid Black Front Shot

By Peter Neilson Aug 17 2021 - 1:57pm

Noteworthy 2022 Toyota Camry Hybrid Has Incredible Fuel Economy Specs

If you are considering a new hybrid for the 2022 model year, take a look at the Toyota Camry Hybrid. I was blown away by the fuel economy specs and some other cool features.

2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness features, engine, specs

By Denis Flierl Aug 17 2021 - 11:32am

78 Reasons Why The New Subaru Forester Wilderness Isn’t Wild Enough

Subaru of America will launch the all-new 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness edition sometime this year, but how wild will it be? See why Subaru missed by not bringing a Forester Wilderness with a turbocharged engine.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Aug 17 2021 - 10:48am

Ford Bronco Riptide Showcases West-Coast Surfing Lifestyle

Bronco Riptide vehicle highlights factory accessories for coastal lifestyle, featuring surfing accessories and personalization options. Ford reimagined a Sasquatch Package and aimed it at a free-spirited West Coast lifestyle. Showcases true customization available for Bronco brand and Built Wild modular design.

By Timothy Boyer Aug 17 2021 - 10:13am

The Most Discounted New Cars to Buy Right Now Before Summer’s End

Still shopping for a new car, but don’t want to wait for a holiday sale and risk not finding the model you want? Automotive analysts from Consumer Reports say that these 10 models are now selling well below their sticker price.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Aug 17 2021 - 7:01am

It’s Now Incredibly Difficult To Find A New Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek

Are you shopping for a 2021 Subaru Forester, 2022 Outback, or 2021 Crosstrek? See why it's challenging to find one to buy now.

By John Goreham Aug 16 2021 - 3:46pm

New NHTSA Investigation Will Look Into Five Years of Unusual Tesla Crashes

NHTSA has opened a new investigation into why Tesla vehicles crash so often into parked first responder vehicles.

By Jeremy Johnson Aug 16 2021 - 3:23pm

Tesla Autopilot Crashes Under Investigation - What's Really Going On

We have news of an investigation by the NHTSA of Tesla Autopilot and 11 crashes that happened from 2018-2021, including 4 from this year, 2021. Let's see what's really going on here.

2021 Subaru WRX STI features, images, photos

By Denis Flierl Aug 16 2021 - 2:22pm

862 HP Subaru STI Sets New Mt. Washington Hillclimb Record

How fast is the new Gymkhana Subaru WRX STI? Check out the latest Washington Hillclimb Record set by the 862 horsepower performance car.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Aug 16 2021 - 11:59am

2022 Ford Maverick’s $21,490 Base Price Is Less Than Original Ford Model T When Inflation Is Taken Into Account

Original Ford Model T had starting price of $850 which translates to more than $25,000 in today’s dollars when you consider inflation. Could Ford Maverick be as revolutionary for Blue Oval as the Model T was with its price?

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV

By Denis Flierl Aug 16 2021 - 11:55am

After Solterra Subaru Says They Are Now Ramping Up New EV Development

The 2023 Subaru Solterra is the automaker's first-ever all-electric SUV, and it's coming soon. See how they are now ramping up R&D and new EV development.

By Jeff Teague Aug 16 2021 - 9:02am

Changes Coming to 2022 Toyota Camry Should Make Fans Happy

Fans of Toyota Camry may be pleased with these 2022 Camry updates and changes.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek pricing, specs, features, fuel mileage

By Denis Flierl Aug 16 2021 - 7:26am

The 12 Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs - Subaru Crosstrek Gets Best MPG With AWD

Check out the most fuel-efficient non-hybrid small SUVs for 2021; the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek scores number one with all-wheel-drive.

Will we see a production level Cybertruck? Some businesses depend on it.

By Timothy Boyer Aug 16 2021 - 7:15am

Consumer Reports Expresses Doubts About Tesla Cybertruck While Some Businesses Are Counting On It

Will the Tesla Cybertruck really become a production-level EV or is it a prototype prank as recently questioned by Consumer Reports in spite of recent news that one business has already taken preorders totaling over $80 million for this single Tesla accessory.

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