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 Mary Conway Apr 1 2021 - 10:03pm

2021 GMC Yukon Denali Wins Rocky Mountain SUV of the Year

The votes are in and the 2021 GMC Yukon Denali 4WD drives off with the title of Rocky Mountain SUV of the Year.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 1 2021 - 3:36pm

Ford Has Best Retail Sales Start Since 2001 Thanks To Mustang Mach-E, Hybrid Ford F-150 and Bronco Sport

Ford’s two newest vehicles, Mustang Mach-E and Bronco Sport help lead Ford to their best retail in two decades with a 23% overall increase year over year. Electrified vehicles hit a new record sales start.

By Marc Stern Apr 1 2021 - 3:22pm

"Vol-T-swagen" Is A Reminder Of A Certain Huge Pothole – Thanks For The Memory

Years ago, P.R. people used to do things like put out April Fools jokes about potholes that could eat New York. Well, the times have changed, but Vol-T-swagen came out the other day with a tongue-in-cheek reference to the automaker's electric car fleet. It was a refreshing change and reminder.

RAV4 Prime image courtesy of Kate Silbaugh

By John Goreham Apr 1 2021 - 2:09pm

Toyota Way Ahead of Projected RAV4 Prime Deliveries In America - Hybrid Models Continue Strong Growth

Toyota has already surpassed its projected RAV4 Prime deliveries for its first model year, and is now three months ahead of its plan.

Ford F-150 Assembly Lines Silenced By Chip Shortage

By Marc Stern Apr 1 2021 - 12:54pm

Chip Shortage Continues To Plague Ford And Other Makers; Downtime Planned

The ongoing pandemic has had many effects. For the auto industry, the major problem the pandemic has presented, aside for a period of four months when the assembly lines were quiet, has been a semiconductor shortage. The shortage began about two months ago and continues.

By Tinsae Aregay Apr 1 2021 - 12:23pm

Volkswagen To Subsidise Tesla’s China Operation By Purchasing Green Credits

A new report coming out of China states Volkswagen and its state-owned Chinese partner FAW have agreed to purchase green credits from Tesla.

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

By Denis Flierl Apr 1 2021 - 10:36am

Subaru Pulls A New Forest Forester April Fools’ Prank On Its UK Followers

It's April Fools' Day, and Subaru played a prank on its U.K. followers. Check out the new 2021 outdoor camouflaged Subaru Forest Forester.

By Jeff Teague Apr 1 2021 - 10:32am

Wow: Details Falling into Place for Next-Gen 2022 Toyota Tundra

Everything we know so far about 2022 Tundra. We are in for big surprises.

2021 Subaru WRX STI, 2021 Subaru WRX, pricing, features

By Denis Flierl Apr 1 2021 - 6:40am

Top 15 Cars To Buy New Over Used - Subaru WRX and STI Are Number One

A new study reveals the 2021 Subaru WRX and WRX STI are the top sports cars that are best to buy a new model over a used one. See why you don't want a used WRX or STI.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 1 2021 - 6:02am

2021 Ford Raptor Has Several Hidden “Easter Eggs”

From hidden QR codes to a salute to desert racing heritage to a patriotic American Flag, next-generation Ford Raptor has surprise design stylings. 2021 Ford Raptor has fighter-jet inspired design elements and other hidden Easter eggs.

By Max Larsen Apr 1 2021 - 3:33am

Track Ready 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 Will Come With A Manual And Cost $160,000

Pricing for the ever-anticipated new Porsche GT3 is finally official, and it won’t be cheap.

By Tinsae Aregay Apr 1 2021 - 2:36am

Apple And Tesla To Work Together On First Joint Project

Apple, the world's largest tech company, and Tesla, the world's biggest EV maker are going to be working together on a battery project that will be one of the largest in the US.

By Peter Neilson Apr 1 2021 - 1:13am

Toyota Mirai Owners; There Is No Fuel And We Want Out Of These Cars

If you think running out of battery is a bad thing, at least you could plug in almost anywhere. Hydrogen, that game is getting ugly and fast, and Toyota Mirai owners are tired of playing it.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 31 2021 - 10:35pm

2021 Hyundai Santa Fe: Space, Smoothness and Ultra-complete Equipment

The Hyundai Santa Fe is a D-segment SUV manufactured by Hyundai since 2000. Currently the fourth generation is marketed, presented in 2020.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 31 2021 - 10:15pm

2021 Cadillac CT5 Adds More Technology, Safety and Design Elements

In luxury compact and mid-size sedans it doesn't take much to take a back seat since these are some of the most competitive categories in the car market. In an effort to avoid being sidelined, Cadillac is adding features to its brand new 2021 CT4 and CT5. Among these is Super Cruise semi-autonomous cruise control.

By Daniel Cappo Mar 31 2021 - 8:47pm

New Factories Bring Lots of Excitement and New Logistical Hurdles

Tesla has two new factories that are being staffed with new workers. Tesla’s plan is to hire 10,000 new workers for the Austin Gigafactory. New residential housing also needs to be built for workers stationed at the Berlin Gigafactory.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 31 2021 - 4:07pm

$25K Tesla for $11,500 With $13,500 CA Incentive If 10K Federal Happens

The White House released an outline of Joe Biden's $2 trillion economic plan, in which electric vehicles would be big winners, but it's better for Tesla.
Biden's EV incentives are huge.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 31 2021 - 2:01pm

Stanley Morgan Makes a Surprisig Cybertruck Production Update, Appalling Some

In a new update on Tesla Cybertruck Morgan Stanely estimated that Tesla would produce just under 100,000 Cybertrucks by FY 2025 in a report about 6 key considerations that mattered to the EV startu

By Jeff Teague Mar 31 2021 - 11:36am

When Enemies Unite: Who Wins in this Toyota / Tesla Joint Venture?

See how both Toyota and Tesla benefit from a joint venture that is considered imminent. Learn about the proposed cheap new SUV that could be made.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 31 2021 - 9:36am

Tesla's Giga Shanghai Expansion Looks Like a Construction of a Huge Highway

Giga Shanghai is expanding and Tesla is building a huge highway to meet the expansion need.

By Denis Flierl Mar 31 2021 - 9:22am

Are Subaru WRX And STI The Best Sports Cars? A New Report Says Yes

Are the 2021 Subaru WRX and WRX STI the best new sports cars? Check out a recent report that says Subaru is the best performance brand.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 31 2021 - 7:16am

12,000-Pound Ford Performance Winch Now Available For Ford Super Duty Trucks

Winch by Warn was previously only available on Tremor option of Super Duty, but will now be $3,000 add on for either 7.3-liter V8 or 6.7-liter PowerStroke diesel engine. Winch by Warn, offered by Ford Performance Parts has 12,000-pound ability.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Mar 31 2021 - 6:49am

New Subaru Vehicle Production Slows - What It Means For Shoppers This Spring

Subaru of America could see fewer cars available this spring and summer as 2021 Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek production slows. See what it means for new car shoppers.

By Marc Stern Mar 31 2021 - 12:37am

What Do You Say To A Ford Bronco Markup of $1.75 Million? Really!

Sure, the headline has a gag in it about the price for VIN 001 -- the very first Bronco -- but there's a more serious side of the headline which Torque News supports and which is the charity for which the Bronco, a First Edition, was donated to the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction.

By Max Larsen Mar 31 2021 - 12:05am

Porsche Makes Driving A Taycan Much Easier - Allows Customers To Rent The EV On A Monthly Basis

For those who want a Porsche Taycan, your chance to rent one is here.

By Daniel Cappo Mar 30 2021 - 6:41pm

Tesla’s Planned $25k Car Could End Up Being Half That Price When Incentives Kick In

Tesla has been thinking of creating a $25,000 model for a long time. This car would be called the Model 2. Incentives and gas savings have the potential to turn this car into a money saving machine.

By Peter Neilson Mar 30 2021 - 6:02pm

Why The Tesla Tabless Battery Is So Good

There are two things I love to report on in the automotive sector. One is hybrids and the other is battery technology. Take a look at why I love the Tesla tabless battery as a temporary answer to a long-term problem.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 30 2021 - 4:39pm

Tesla To Build 5 Semi Trucks a Week Near Giga Nevada

Tesla Semi production line at new Nevada building is coming up with a goal of 5 electric trucks per week, Electrek

2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness, features, specs, pricing

By Denis Flierl Mar 30 2021 - 4:09pm

2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness Looks And Acts The Part - Details And Gallery

The 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness is more than an appearance package. Check out the details here.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 30 2021 - 10:22am

Ford Partners With More Aftermarket Companies To Expand Options For New Bronco

RTR Vehicles, ARB 4x4 Accessories and 4 Wheel Parts are working with Bronco team to develop and market a wide range of Bronco and Bronco Sport-specific aftermarket components. Four custom Bronco and Bronco Sport SUVs featuring parts from the aftermarket companies are on display at the Easter Safari event, along with several other Bronco and Bronco Sport concepts – giving enthusiasts their first up-close look at the all-new lineup.

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