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 Jeff Teague May 25 2021 - 8:15am

Toyota Teases Yellow Picture: Are We Seeing 2022 Toyota 4Runner?

We think we know the 2022 4Runner TRD Pro color. Toyota is teasing yellow.

By Denis Flierl May 25 2021 - 7:26am

US Customer Loyalty - Subaru Ranks The Best With Tesla And Ferrari

Which car brands have the most loyal customers? It's Tesla, Ferrari, and Subaru, and then there's everyone else.

The Volkswagen ID.4 proved itself in the Mexican 1000 and has a smart interior.

By Frank DiMuccio May 24 2021 - 11:11pm

Volkswagen ID.4 Lacks The Oomph Of Jeep Wrangler 4xe, But I Love It!

The Volkswagen ID.4 is a very cool electric SUV. It’s shown itself to be off-road capable, competing in the Mexican 1000 against legends like the Jeep Wrangler and Ford Bronco. The Volkswagen ID.4 may not have off-roading as its main intent, but it makes a great family vehicle.

By Armen Hareyan May 24 2021 - 10:20pm

The 2021 Mercedes E450 4MATIC Sedan Offers an Attractive Solution for SUV Lovers

The E-Class is the most popular Mercedes-Benz model ever. The current tenth generation E-Class recently underwent a major update. I tested the 2021 Mercedes E450 4MATIC sedan for seven days and was enthusiastic - apart from a few difficulties in operation.

By Armen Hareyan May 24 2021 - 7:30pm

Baidu To Operate 3,000 Driverless Apollo Go Robotaxis in 30 Cities in 3 Years

When it comes to robotaxis you have probably heard about Tesla robotaxis because Elon Musk has envisaged a robotaxi network with vehicles that can park and plug in themselves using Tesla's self-driving technology. Or you may have heard of Waymo One. But Baidu Apollo Go robotaxis have already registered over 6.2 million miles of Level 4 driving and plan to operate 3,000 driverless Apollo Go robotaxis in 30 cities within the next three years.

By Jimmy Dinsmore May 24 2021 - 2:38pm

20 Percent Of F-150 Lightning Sales Expected To Be Commercial Consumers

Ford introduces 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Pro aimed at commercial buyers, small-business owners and fleets. F-150 Lightning part of Ford’s commitment to work-ready electric vehicles backed by a nationwide network offering EV-certified fleet sales, service and financing. EV F-150 has starting price of $39,974.

By Jeff Teague May 24 2021 - 2:27pm

Yellow! Did We Just See the New 2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro?

Toyota just teased two new 2022 Toyota Tacoma grades. Here is what we know.

By Tinsae Aregay May 24 2021 - 1:10pm

Tesla Ushers In “Pure Vision” FSD Era With An Update To Its Configurator

Tesla has removed radar from the company's Autopilot suite and replaced it with a "pure vision" system. This is expected to be the final major update before FSD wide release.

Side repeater camera use on Tesla Roaster

By Timothy Boyer May 24 2021 - 11:06am

Excellent View of Tesla Side Repeater Camera Spotted on Roadster

A recent Reddit post offers a nice view of exactly where the Tesla side repeater cameras are positioned on a Roadster.

2021 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

By Denis Flierl May 24 2021 - 10:44am

Subaru Loses Big In Chip Shortage - New Outback Takes The Biggest Hit

The 2021 Subaru Outback takes the biggest hit from the global chip shortage. See where the automaker and Outback rank among all vehicle models and manufacturers.

RAV4 Prime image courtesy of Kate Silbaugh

By John Goreham May 24 2021 - 10:18am

Comparison Nails Why Toyota PHEVs Feel Different Than Competitors' Efforts

All plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles are not created equal. Just like the feel, performance, and driving satisfaction from battery-electric vehicles varies, so too do PHEVs. This review highlights the biggest difference to look for.

Tesla Giga Shanghai's Parking Lot with Vehicles Ready to Be Delivered

By Armen Hareyan May 24 2021 - 9:35am

Tesla Has Reportedly Localized 90% of Giga Shanghai's Supplies

According to Shanghai media reports, the latest disclosure from Tesla is that more than 90 percent of the cars produced at the Shanghai plant have been localized in terms of parts, which can significantly reduce costs while steadily increasing productivity.

2022 Toyota Prius Nightshade Midnight Black Metallic back end rear end

By Jeff Teague May 24 2021 - 8:40am

2022 Toyota Prius About to Join the Dark Side

Toyota just teased a new 2022 Prius trim level. Here is what you can expect.

By John Goreham May 24 2021 - 8:38am

6 Ways Ford Nailed The New Mustang Mach 1 Premium Coupe

The new Ford Mustang Mach 1 Premium takes the GT up a notch. Here’s what makes it special.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport, pricing, specs, features

By Denis Flierl May 24 2021 - 6:53am

How Subaru Crosstrek Ranks With 10 Small SUVs With The Most Cargo Space

How much cargo space does the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek have? Check out the best small SUVs for cargo room.

By Jeff Teague May 23 2021 - 8:48am

Buyers Are Frustrated: More Toyota RAV4 Chip Shortage Stories

Wow. I am amazed at the great lengths people are going to when buying 2021 RAV4 Hybrid and other models.

By Denis Flierl May 23 2021 - 6:12am

Subaru Stop Start The Worst New Gas Saving Feature Ever? How To Turn It Off

Check out the stop/start system on the 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek. Why is it worse than other automaker’s technology?

By Daniel Cappo May 22 2021 - 7:30pm

The Ford F-150 Lightning Does Not Represent A Missed Opportunity For Tesla

There have been some who think that the new Ford F-150 Lightning shows a missed opportunity for Tesla. This train of thought doesn’t take into account why vehicles like the Cybertruck are produced to begin with.

By Tinsae Aregay May 22 2021 - 5:46pm

Tesla Begins Complex Foundation Work At Berlin Cell Factory Suggesting Arrival Of Gigantic Machinery

Tesla has begun foundational work at the future Giga Berlin Battery site. The complexity of the foundational mesh suggests the area will be house to truly gigantic battery manufacturing pieces of machinery.

Both of these vehicles offer more than 8 inches of ground clearance, necessary for traversing difficult terrain.

By Frank DiMuccio May 22 2021 - 10:32am

Toyota RAV4 Prime And Jeep Wrangler 4xe Are Both Off-Road Capable Hybrids! How To Choose?

Toyota has been stunning us with hybrid technology for quite some time, but the RAV4 Prime is a truly spectacular piece of machinery. It is the second fastest vehicle on Toyota’s line-up, and it can get 600 miles on a single tank. Jeep’s Wrangler 4xe is not nearly as economical, but it has its uses.

Ford Unveiled Its Important Electric Pickup

By Marc Stern May 22 2021 - 8:59am

Computer Chip Shortage Brings Further Downtime At Ford, Others

On a day when Ford was celebrating the introduction of its important electric truck, the Lightning, Ford also announced depressing news as it announced downtime of its major lines due to the chip shortages.

By Denis Flierl May 22 2021 - 7:05am

KBB Says Subaru Crosstrek Is Now The Best New SUV For College Students

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek racks up more new awards. See why KBB says it's now one of the top five best new cars and the best SUV for college students.

By Peter Neilson May 21 2021 - 6:13pm

Toyota Prius P0A0F And P3190 No Throttle Response: SOLVED

If you are a Prius owner who is suffering from an instant occurring trouble code P0A0F And P3190, take a look at what caused mine and the repair for it.

Tesla Model Y Castings spotted at Giga Texas

By Daniel Cappo May 21 2021 - 4:24pm

Model Y Castings Arrive At Giga Texas Leading To Speculation That Production May Start Soon

New castings have arrived at Giga Texas. It is unclear if these castings are for the production models.

By Jeff Teague May 21 2021 - 12:29pm

Would You Buy a 2022 Toyota 4Runner in Black Cherry?

Will you be happy if Toyota announces Black Cherry as its Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro color for 2022? Tacoma, Tundra and Sequoia fans might be interested too.

Cold air rocket thrusters will make Tesla history

By Timothy Boyer May 21 2021 - 11:26am

The G Force You Can Expect From A SpaceX Package Roadster

Excitement rose recently about the possibility of a Tesla Roadster expected to become available next year that might be outfitted with a “SpaceX Package” that could help accelerate the EV from 0 to 60 mph in an estimated 1.1 seconds. Which begs a question: What will it feel like? Here’s the kind of G-Force pressure you can expect on such a wild ride.

By Jimmy Dinsmore May 21 2021 - 10:42am

These Classic Ford Broncos Are Seeing Value Increases Of More Than 400 Percent

1960 and 1970 era Ford Broncos are seeing significant increase in value according to one study. As Bronco enthusiasts become impatient waiting for the new Ford Bronco, that has only driven up the demand and appreciation for the classic iconic Bronco in roadster, wagon and pickup truck iterations.

By Tinsae Aregay May 21 2021 - 10:34am

Tesla Stops Accepting New Plaid Plus Model S Orders Pointing To High Demand

Tesla in an update to the company's online configurator has removed the Plaid Plus variant of the Model S from the order page.

By Max Larsen May 21 2021 - 8:19am

Porsche To Release New Cayenne Turbo Coupe Model In June, This One’s A Bruiser

The performance SUV segment grows hotter and hotter by the year, and Porsche's 2022 Cayenne Turbo Coupe prototype is gunning for the top spot.

2021 Subaru Impreza pricing, features and specs

By Denis Flierl May 21 2021 - 7:29am

7 Best Used Cars And SUVs For City Driving - Subaru Impreza Has A Big Advantage

Should you buy a new 2021 Subaru Impreza or used? Check out the seven best, used cars and SUVs for city driving.

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