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.

2022 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation STI

By Denis Flierl Jan 25 2021 - 11:00am

Why The Next-Generation Subaru WRX STI Won’t Be Hybrid Or All-Electric

Will the next-generation 2022 Subaru WRX STI come with hybrid or electric power? Why you won't be driving an electrified WRX or STI anytime soon.

By Armen Hareyan Jan 25 2021 - 9:58am

Tesla Fremont Starts Giga Press Manufacturing: This May Further Drop The Prices

A recent video from Gabeincal revealed the first looks at the all-too-elusive Giga Press as it was spotted in action.

By John Goreham Jan 25 2021 - 9:49am

Mitsubishi Says Its All-New Outlander Will Be "I-Fu-Do-Do” - Here's What That Means

Mitsubishi is about to launch an all-new Outlander. Here is a look at what guiding principles the company is looking to in its development. And why it matters to you, the driver.

By John Goreham Jan 25 2021 - 9:06am

Buy a 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs. Honda Pilot and Save $6,000 In Fuel Costs

The 2021 Toyota Highlander has a green option that can save its owner $6,000 in fuel over its 10-year lifespan.

By John Goreham Jan 25 2021 - 8:43am

Buy a 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime vs. Forester or Rogue and Save $5,000 in Fuel Costs

The Toyota RAV4 Prime has a huge advantage in power and efficiency compared to the Subaru Forester and Nissan Rogue.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Jan 25 2021 - 7:09am

7 Reasons Why Subaru Forester and Outback Are Now Kept The Longest By Owners

See why the Subaru Forester compact SUV and Outback midsize SUV are the most popular models and the longest-kept cars.

By Mary Conway Jan 24 2021 - 9:08pm

Buick Offers Sneak Peek of 2022 Enclave and Details on All-New 2021 Envision

The 2022 Buick Enclave is adding a luxury trim package but it's little brother the 2021 Envision is all-new. See the new faces of the Buick lineup.

2021 Dodge Durango Named Best Value for Large SUV

By Mary Conway Jan 24 2021 - 5:34pm

Three Reasons the 2021 Dodge Durango Just Won an Award as Best Large SUV Value in America

The 2021 Dodge Durango was just given the Vincentric Best Value in America award for the Large SUV/Crossover segment. We look at what makes the Durango stand out in the crowded field.

2021 Kia Rio 5 Door Vincentric Top Hatchback

By Keith Griffin Jan 24 2021 - 5:30pm

2021 Kia Rio Best Practical Subcompact Hatchback in US

For those who buy hatchbacks for practical reasons, the 2021 Kia Rio is the best subcompact hatchback on the market.

2012 Ford Fusion Recalled in 3M Vehicle Callback

By Marc Stern Jan 24 2021 - 12:59pm

Safety Agency Orders Ford, Mazda To Recall 3 Million Vehicles

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has ordered Ford and Mazda to recall 3 million vehicles after the pair of automakers requested they be allowed to skip the recall altogether. NHTSA ruled that an earlier repair didn't meet current standards.

By Keith Griffin Jan 24 2021 - 9:51am

Hyundai Accent Best Subcompact in US, says Vincentric

For those who buy cars for practical purposes, the 2021 Hyundai Accent is the best subcompact to buy in the U.S.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Jan 24 2021 - 9:32am

When You Buy A New Subaru The Automaker Fights Against Hunger

When you buy a 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek, the automaker uses its profits to fight hunger in America. See where they gave a generous amount to bring 100 million meals to those most vulnerable.

2021 Toyota Venza Limited Coastal Gray Venza LE Ruby Flare Pearl Venza XLE Blueprint

By Jeff Teague Jan 24 2021 - 8:48am

Real MPG of 2021 Toyota Venza: Owners Reveal All

Does 2021 Venza real-world gas mileage match up with window sticker estimates? New owners revealed surprising answers.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback, 2021 Subaru Ascent

By Denis Flierl Jan 24 2021 - 8:16am

The Safest New Cars - Subaru Doesn't Score Perfect 10s In Latest Rankings

Does Subaru make the safest cars? A new study says only one Subaru model scores a perfect ten.

2021 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

By Denis Flierl Jan 23 2021 - 7:55am

The Best Used Midsize SUVs - Why A Subaru Outback Is Not Your Best Choice

Should you buy a new 2021 Subaru Outback, or is a used model a better choice? Check out resale values before you buy.

By Max Larsen Jan 23 2021 - 4:14am

2021 Porsche Panamera Gets Official Pricing

Most of the Panamera lineup costs the same, but the new Turbo S and 4S E-Hybrid models will see price tags well into the six-figures.

All-electric Ford Mustang Cobra prototype

By Jimmy Dinsmore Jan 22 2021 - 1:25pm

Separating Fact From Fiction Regarding The Next-Generation Ford Mustang

Rumors swirl over the next-generation Mustang. Will it have an electric motor? Will it come out in 2023 or perhaps 2028? Will Ford discontinue the internal combustion altogether from their pony car? We answer or at least try to logically explain all of this and help decipher fact from fiction.

By Jeff Teague Jan 22 2021 - 10:21am

The One Thing Next-Gen 2022 Toyota Tundra Must Not Change

Many things are about to change with 2022 Next-Gen Toyota Tundra. This is the one thing that must stay the same.

By Denis Flierl Jan 22 2021 - 7:52am

10 Cars Owners Keep The Longest - Subaru Forester And Outback Score Top Spots

The 2021 Subaru Forester and Outback are the most likely cars to be kept the longest by their owners. Check out the ten cars owners keep 15 years or more.

By Armen Hareyan Jan 21 2021 - 9:01pm

Tesla 4th Quarter Registrations in California Jump 63% Thanks To Model Y

Tesla's car registrations in California jumped nearly 63% during the fourth quarter of 2020 compared with last year, largely due to the success of the company's Model Y, according to data from Cros

By Armen Hareyan Jan 21 2021 - 8:53pm

Mercedes Introduces EQA With a Reasonable Range and Great Interior

On January 20 Mercedes presented its EQA, a compact electric SUV, the second model of the EQ range.

By Armen Hareyan Jan 21 2021 - 8:48pm

Musk Says Tesla Is Literally Trying To Build Cars Like Toys

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says Tesla is trying to build vehicles literally just like toys, using Giga Presses.

By Armen Hareyan Jan 21 2021 - 8:45pm

The Boring Company's Branded Model X Gets Ready For Vegas Loop Testing

A Tesla Model X has been spotted at the Boring Company’s Vegas Loop project, dawning the logo of the underground tunnel that aims to make traveling in Las Vegas more efficient.

Ford Police Interceptors Recalled For Windshield Washer Issue

By Marc Stern Jan 21 2021 - 8:28pm

Ford Recalls Police Interceptors, Aviators To Fix Bad Washer Problem

Ford has recalled 2020 Police Interceptor and Lincoln Aviators to fix a problem with contaminated windshield washers that violated federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

Prius at Supercharger image by John Goreham

By John Goreham Jan 21 2021 - 4:59pm

3 Busted Toyota Prius Myths Haters Wish Were True

The Toyota Prius solved the "cars cause global warming" problem over two decades ago. Here are three common Prius myths that everyone from EVangelists to coal-rollers wish were really true.

Mustang Mach-E vs. Tesla Model Y image courtesy of media kits

By John Goreham Jan 21 2021 - 4:17pm

Three Surprises Ford's Mustang Mach-E Has For Tesla Shoppers With a $50K Budget

The Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range All-wheel Drive Premium is better than the Tesla Model Y in three key ways. Here is why Tesla's Model Y is no longer the only game in town.

By Peter Neilson Jan 21 2021 - 2:04pm

Honda Element Owners: Your Vehicle Is Under Attack

If you thought your Honda Element was safe from catalytic converter theft, think again. Here is the story and what owners need to do about it.

Mazda CX-5 cabin air filter image by John Goreham

By John Goreham Jan 21 2021 - 9:00am

Never Let Your Dealer Change The Cabin Air Filter In Your Mazda CX-5 - Replace In 3 Easy Steps

We show you how to quickly, easily, and inexpensively change the cabin air filter in your Mazda CX-5. This is an easy to do maintenance task you can do in under 5 minutes.

By Denis Flierl Jan 21 2021 - 7:15am

Vincentric Says Subaru Outback Is The Lowest Cost-To-Own Midsize SUV In America

The 2021 Subaru Outback is now the Best Value Mid-Size SUV in the latest Vincentric awards. See what it means for new-car shoppers.

Surface Mount Technology Shown In Flat-Pak

By Marc Stern Jan 20 2021 - 9:17pm

Semi Shortage Batters Industry; Ford, Others Delay Some Lines

It's no secret that there is a semiconductor shortage is battering the vehicle industry. Why has it happened? When the industry shutdown last summer there suddenly seemed to be so much more capacity that semi-makers took on other work for such things as the Internet of Things and 5G communications. This story looks at the reasons.

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