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.

The 2.3-liter 4 will feature a manual, not the 2.7-liter V-6

By Marc Stern Sep 24 2020 - 12:58pm

No Manual Transmission Planned For Bronco's 2.7-Liter V-6

Torque News brought you the news that a manual transmission would be offered with the 2.3-liter inline EcoBoost four last week, following a petition campaign. That is the only engine with which the manual is planned, although one was sought with the 2.7-liter EcoBoost V-6, none will be offered.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 24 2020 - 12:00pm

Tesla Is Building Enormous Superchargers at Giga Shanghai Needed For The Ramp

Tesla is building one of the world's largest superchargers at Giga Shanghai and preparing a 1 million yearly vehicle production ramp.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 24 2020 - 11:52am

Tesla Giga Berlin Hearing Begins with Provocation

Yesterday the much anticipated public meeting took place in the town of Erkner, not from Tesla Giga Berlin, in which Tesla even had to answer who pays for dismantling Giga Berlin if the final permi

2021 Toyota Tundra SR5 CrewMax TRD Off-Road Army Green Back end Rear End

By Jeff Teague Sep 24 2020 - 10:54am

First Look: 2021 Toyota Tundra in Army Green on Many Trim Levels

See (in pictures) how Army Green looks on trim levels other than Toyota Tundra TRD Pro.

2021 Kia Sorento image courtesy of Kia media support

By John Goreham Sep 24 2020 - 8:56am

Kia Announces a Plug-In Hybrid-Electric Vehicle Sorento Crossover Following Success of Toyota RAV4 Prime

Automakers cannot bring their plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle crossovers to market quickly enough. Here is what the next Sorento will be like.

2022 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation STI

By Denis Flierl Sep 24 2020 - 6:58am

Updated- The Next-Generation Subaru WRX STI Will Have New Brembo High-Tech Brakes

The next-generation 2022 Subaru WRX STI will get new high-tech brake performance. Check out three new technologies Brembo has planned.

By Tinsae Aregay Sep 24 2020 - 6:45am

Tesla Achieves A Battery Breakthrough, Here Are The Manufacturing Advancements That Made It Possible

On September 22 Tesla announced it has achieved a battery breakthrough. Here we take a look at all the manufacturing advancements that made it possible.

By Patrick Rall Sep 23 2020 - 4:54pm

September 2020 Camaro of the Month: Rick Railey’s 1969 SS Convertible

This 1969 Camaro SS convertible is the ultimate cruiser, packing modified big block power, a Muncie 4-speed manual transmission and the timeless design of the first generation Chevy muscle car.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 23 2020 - 11:23am

2020 Buick Encore GX: More Volume and Good Workmanship

Buick Encore is getting some volume in 2020 under the Encore GX trim, but that doesn't mean the current Buick Encore is going to disappear. In fact, Buick plans to market the two variants side by side for some time.

AEV Jeep Wrangler pickup truck image by John Goreham

By John Goreham Sep 23 2020 - 10:23am

Spotted: Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Pickup Truck- No, It's Not a Gladiator

Torque news spotted this gorgeous 2018 Jeep Wrangler pickup truck in the wild. Here's what it is, and how it came to be before the new Gladiator's recent launch.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Sep 23 2020 - 9:54am

2021 Ford Ranger Will Get STX Special Edition Package To Add Looks And Technology

STX Special Edition Package is available for 2021 Ranger XL 4x2 or 4x4 in SuperCab or SuperCrew configuration and can be bundled with other available packages like the FX2 or FX4 Off-Road Package. Ranger customers love to make their truck their own, with more than 75 percent of them leaving dealerships with an appearance package in 2020

By Denis Flierl Sep 23 2020 - 8:56am

Can Subaru Build Enough? Demand For The New More Powerful Crosstrek Sport Skyrockets

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport arrives with a bigger engine and an even bigger clamoring for the subcompact SUV. Can Subaru build enough?

Gen 3 and Gen 2 Toyota Prius blue and gray

By Peter Neilson Sep 22 2020 - 8:47pm

If I Could Choose A Recall For Toyota Prius What Would It Be?

While there are many recalls and service campaigns on Prius of all years. So if I had got to choose my recall, what would it be? I dug in only to get surprised about what Toyota has already been doing.

By Guillaume Humbert Sep 22 2020 - 6:52pm

Tesla Battery Day Main Highlights

The long awaited Tesla Battery Day took place today where Elon Musk made important announcements and revelations. Here is an in depth review of what happened and the main highlights from the Battery Day.

By Paul Fosse Sep 22 2020 - 5:41pm

Top News from Tesla’s Shareholder Meeting

In this article, I describe and explain the most important news coming from Tesla’s shareholder meeting before the widely anticipated battery day.

By Paul Fosse Sep 22 2020 - 3:59pm

First News Out Of Tesla On Battery Day, Reduced Powerpack Pricing

In this article, I’ll cover Tesla’s new pricing on the Powerpack used by commercial accounts and utilities and what that news foreshadows for battery day.

By Guillaume Humbert Sep 22 2020 - 3:45pm

Why Tesla Is So Popular Among The Youth

A dive into why Tesla has gained so much popularity within younger generations.

By Denis Flierl Sep 22 2020 - 3:15pm

New Subaru Crosstrek Sport Vs Mazda CX-30 2.5 Turbo

It looks like the 2021 Mazda CX-30 2.5 Turbo has upstaged the new 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport. We compare the two models.

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

By Denis Flierl Sep 22 2020 - 8:12am

The 2021 Subaru WRX And WRX STI Complete Model Preview

Here is a preview of the 2021 Subaru WRX and WRX STI performance sedans. Will there be any upgrades for the 2021 model change?

By Tinsae Aregay Sep 22 2020 - 5:17am

Battery Day Update: Elon Musk Confirms Tesla Semi, Cybertruck and Roadster To Get New Cells

Elon Musk says new roadrunner battery cells won't be in serious production till 2022. Tesla Semi, Cybertruck and Roadster to be the first vehicles to get the new cells.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Sep 21 2020 - 3:11pm

How To Choose The Right Hard Top For Your Jeep Wrangler

Due to their popularity, the landscape of aftermarket Wrangler hard tops are full of options. Latest video from ExtremeTerrain helps Jeep owners narrow down their options when shopping for a hard top. Options even available YJ, TJ and JL generations.

2020 Mercedes-Benz E350 image by John Goreham

By John Goreham Sep 21 2020 - 3:01pm

2020 Mercedes-Benz E350 4Matic - Executive Sedan 101

The Mercedes-Benz E350 is the definition of an executive sedan. Here’s what buyers can expect.

By Tinsae Aregay Sep 21 2020 - 2:48pm

Reverse engineering reveals signs of FSD subscription coming to Tesla cars

According to some code in the Tesla mobile app, Tesla might be planning to roll out a subscription service for the full self-driving option. But, is it the best choice for consumers.

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

By Denis Flierl Sep 21 2020 - 1:05pm

New-Generation Subaru Forester Sales Are Up - All Other Compact SUVs Are Down

The new-generation Subaru Forester is pulling off something remarkable in 2020. Can the 2021 Forester even do better?

Tesla In Talks To Open Research Center In India

By Guillaume Humbert Sep 21 2020 - 12:56pm

Tesla Wants To Build A Research Center In India

Talks between Tesla and government officials in Bangalore, India took place this month about a possible new research center.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 21 2020 - 12:16pm

Elon's Memo Shows Tesla May Have a Shot at Record Q3 Deliveries

In a newly leaked email, Tesla CEO Elon musk rallies its employees saying Tesla has a shot at a record quarter deliveries.

2021 Ford Bronco two-door with Sasquatch

By Jimmy Dinsmore Sep 21 2020 - 12:11pm

Confirmed: Manual Transmission Now Offered on Sasquatch Trim of 2021 Ford Bronco

Ford Bronco will be the only 4x4 with a 7-speed manual and 35-inch off-road tires in its class. The manual transmission with Sasquatch package is targeted to be available in late 2021. You can build and price a Bronco starting in October.