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.

Ford F-150 Is An Example Of A Vehicle Impacted By Exclusivity

By Marc Stern Oct 4 2020 - 4:27pm

If You Drive Ford F-150 Or Another Truck, Remember That Vehicle Hacking Claims Overblown

Every so often a state will argue over a vehicle's data. Data on vehicles like the Ford F-150 is valuable and big business to dealers as it potentially helps them generate millions in backshop revenue. The problem is that there's another whole community of shops that also needs the data. Massachusetts is arguing over this, right now, as have other states in the past.

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

By Denis Flierl Oct 4 2020 - 1:26pm

Subaru Forester Is Speeding Up Not Slowing Down - What's Next For The Compact SUV

The 2020 Subaru Forester leads the brand's all-wheel-drive models, and it's not slowing down. When will 2021 models arrive, and what's next for the compact SUV?

By Jeff Teague Oct 4 2020 - 8:22am

Why You May Have to Wait for This 2021 Toyota Tacoma

Learn about the polarizing new option for a popular 2021 Toyota Tacoma trim – that just may have you waiting awhile to find one.

By Armen Hareyan Oct 3 2020 - 11:16pm

Grunheide Wants To Change The Development Plan for Tesla Giga Berlin

In the town hall of Grünheide, the draft of a modified development plan for the Tesla industrial park has been publicly available since Friday.

A Look at a leaked Photo of the new Tesla map in China

By Guillaume Humbert Oct 3 2020 - 5:00pm

Tesla Leaked Photo Shows China Map Updates Coming Online For Early Access Members

Tesla has released its improved map in china, here are the first glimpses and details.

By Armen Hareyan Oct 3 2020 - 4:43pm

2020 Lexus RX 350: Changes and Updates Since 2019

Launched in 2016, the fourth generation of the Lexus RX 350 is undergoing a partial overhaul this year. Among the changes are the addition of the popular Android Auto and Apple CarPlay interfaces as well as a redesigned touchscreen for the multimedia system.

By Tinsae Aregay Oct 3 2020 - 1:21pm

Vector-Space Birds Eye View Coming To Tesla Cars With Full Self Driving

Elon Musk says a vector-space birds eye view is coming to Tesla cars with the release of the full-self driving feature. Here are all the other exciting features expected to come with the FSD architecture rewrite.

2021 Subaru WRX STI, new Subaru WRX, next-generation WRX STI

By Denis Flierl Oct 3 2020 - 8:17am

Why The Subaru WRX STI Shines Bright Ahead Of A Major Remodel And What's Next

The 2020 Subaru WRX and STI is still in high demand. Here is what's going on with the remaining 2020 models, why 2021 WRX and STI are slow to arrive, and what's coming next.

By Tinsae Aregay Oct 3 2020 - 6:11am

Elon Musk Says Tesla For Sure Will Enter India, might be the location for the next Gigafacotry

Elon Musk says Tesla for sure will be in India by next year. Will it be the site of the next Gigafactory?

By Armen Hareyan Oct 2 2020 - 8:42pm

Tesla's Record Q3 Deliveries and 2020 Goal of 500,000 Vehicle Production

In the third quarter of this year, Tesla delivered a total of 139,300 of its electric cars to its customers, reports Tesla's

By Guillaume Humbert Oct 2 2020 - 4:20pm

German Chancellor Angela Merkel Satisfied With The Way Brandenburg Is Dealing With Tesla Giga Berlin

The German Chancellor revealed her thoughts about the Tesla Giga Berlin factory project earlier today. Here are the details

By Jimmy Dinsmore Oct 2 2020 - 1:38pm

Ford Has Best Third Quarter Sales For Pickup Trucks Since 2005

Ford continues to resilient year with increase in sales amongst Ford F-150 and Ranger. Truck sales up more than 8 percent from third quarter of last year showing that consumer confidence is growing amidst a pandemic-driven downturn.

2021 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

By Denis Flierl Oct 2 2020 - 1:02pm

The All-New Subaru Outback Leapfrogs The Hot Forester After A Huge September

The 2020 Subaru Outback is the new star. See how it leapfrogged the Forester compact SUV and took the top spot in September sales.

By Patrick Rall Oct 2 2020 - 12:57pm

New Dodge Ad Features a Young Ricky Bobby in a Charger Redeye (Video)

Dodge is celebrating their J.D. Power awards with a 60-second commercial that features the Charger Hellcat Redeye, Challenger Super Stock, Durango Hellcat and several characters from the “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby”.

By John Goreham Oct 2 2020 - 10:17am

Toyota Delivered More RAV4 Primes In First 9 Weeks Than Tesla Did Model 3, X, or S

Much has been said about the Toyota RAV4 Prime's delivery rate. Almost all of it negative. Shoppers are lining up to buy the crossover at MSRP or above. Here's the reality of how quickly the RAV4 Prime came to market compared to other successful electric vehicles.

By Jeff Teague Oct 2 2020 - 9:44am

Important New Feature Added to Popular 2021 Toyota RAV4 Trim Level

Learn about the new feature added to one of the newest 2021 Toyota RAV4 trim levels. One that you may rarely see, but you will probably be glad you have.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Oct 2 2020 - 7:28am

3 Models Launch Subaru To An All-Time Record - One Car Is The Biggest Surprise

The 2020 Subaru Forester, Outback, and 2021 Crosstrek all had a banner month leading the brand to an all-time record in September. See which model was the big surprise.

By Paul Fosse Oct 2 2020 - 5:56am

Tesla's Fremont Team at Giga Shanghai Building Model Y Lines and Retooling Kuka Robots

Here we cover news from Tesla China from Taylor Ogan, CEO of Snow Bull Capital on the new Model Y lines being built in Gigafactory Shanghai.

By Kevin Meyn Oct 1 2020 - 11:45pm

Hyundai Expands its Hydrogen Tech - Produced Hydrogen-Powered Forklift

Hyundai Mobis released its latest Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powered Commercial Forklift in conjunction with Hyundai Motors and Hyundai Construction Machinery.

By Mary Conway Oct 1 2020 - 9:36pm

Jeep Spices Up the 2021 Cherokee Adding a Little Luxury

Jeep is offering 2021 Jeep Cherokee buyers a chance to get a little more luxury at a more affordable price.

Honda CR-V Plug-in hybrid courtesy of Honda Global Media support

By John Goreham Oct 1 2020 - 1:59pm

Honda Shows Off New CR-V Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle - Chases Toyota RAV4 Prime

Honda revealed an all-new CR-V plug-in hybrid-electric (PHEV crossover this week. Here is how we think it would compare to the hot Toyota RAV4 Prime.

The Tesla Model had its price reduced in China

By Guillaume Humbert Oct 1 2020 - 1:57pm

Crazy Buying Reaction In China After The First Day Of Model 3 Price Reductions

Tesla sales soared in China after a price cut was introduced for the Model 3.

By Armen Hareyan Oct 1 2020 - 1:55pm

Power Coming To Tesla Giga Berlin and Hearings Continue 7th Day

On the seventh day of Tesla hearing, two parts of the Paint Build are united and further isolators are installed at the electrical outdoor switchgear.

2021 BMW 4 Series convertible image courtesy of BMW media support

By John Goreham Oct 1 2020 - 12:35pm

BMW Switches 4 Series Convertible To Performance-Enhancing Premium Soft-Top For 2021

BMW opted to use a soft-top on its all-new 2021 4 Series convertible coupe. Here's why performance enthusiasts will applaud the move.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Oct 1 2020 - 11:50am

The Farley Era Begins At Ford: What Lies Ahead For Ford’s New CEO

Jim Farley becomes the 11th CEO in Ford Motor Company’s 117-year history. In addition to financial goals that include improving the company’s underperforming stock, Farley’s influence on Ford vehicles includes electrifying the product line. What will Farley’s plan mean to iconic vehicles like F-150, Bronco and Mustang?

By Armen Hareyan Oct 1 2020 - 9:37am

Tesla China Uses LFP Batteries and Significantly Drops Model 3 Price

Tesla China lists new prices for the MIC Model 3 with a significant 8-11% price cut and new LFP, nickel, and cobalt-free batteries with more range.

By Denis Flierl Oct 1 2020 - 9:05am

With Subaru Inventory Thin What's Next For New Model Shoppers

The 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, Ascent, and Crosstrek pricing is announced but will customers find the new models in showrooms? Here is what customers can expect to see.

2021 Toyota RAV4 cargo space 2021 Toyota Venza Cargo Space

By Jeff Teague Oct 1 2020 - 6:41am

Comparing Cargo Space - 2021 Toyota RAV4 vs 2021 Venza (with Video)

See how 2021 Toyota Venza stacks up against 2021 RAV4 in cargo capacity and passenger space.

3rd Quarter Sales Forecast, Tesla vs Others

By Paul Fosse Sep 30 2020 - 11:14pm

Tesla Leads Industry Sales Forecast With 132% QoQ Change

In this article, I share the forecast by ALG and comment on why Tesla sales are expected to skyrocket in this quarter.

By Patrick Rall Sep 30 2020 - 4:22pm

Cadillac Teases CT5-V Blackwing Carbon Fiber Seat, Steering Wheel and 200mph Top Speed

The 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing will serve as the pinnacle performance sedan for all of General Motors when it arrives in the Summer of 2021, but for now, we get a look at the steering wheel and seat as well as learning of a possible 200 mile-per-hour top speed.

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