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.

2020 Toyota 4Runner Limited Blizzard Pearl 2020 Toyota Limited Nightshade Magnetic Gray

By Jeff Teague Jul 21 2020 - 3:12pm

How to Decide (with Video) Between 2020 Toyota 4Runner Limited vs Limited Nightshade

Learn about key differences between the 2020 4Runner Limited and Limited Nightshade.

2022 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation STI

By Denis Flierl Jul 21 2020 - 1:10pm

New Report - Next-Generation Subaru WRX STI Launch Will Be Delayed 6 Months

Sources in Japan say the launch of the 2022 Subaru WRX STI could be delayed 6 months. When will the next-generation STI finally arrive?

By Patrick Rall Jul 21 2020 - 12:50pm

2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Pricing Speculation

Dodge has not announced pricing for the 797-horsepower Charger Redeye, but based on the pricing of the non-Redeye Hellcat and the pricing for the Dodge Challenger, we can put together an educated guess on what the world’s most powerful sedan will cost when it reaches dealerships early next year.

By Hande Tuncer Jul 21 2020 - 11:09am

30K Miles Later - Why I’m Still Glad I Switched From BMW X3 To Mazda CX-5

As a follow up to my initial story on why I switched to the Mazda brand, here is how I feel about my Mazda CX-5 30,000 miles into its life.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 21 2020 - 9:22am

Tesla Semi Pilot Production Line Is Coming Together

An employee leak from Tesla reports that the pilot line for the production of Tesla Semi trucks is "coming together."

By Denis Flierl Jul 21 2020 - 9:02am

Report Says Subaru Crosstrek Will Get A New Fuel-Efficient Turbocharged Engine Soon

A new report says Subaru is bringing new turbocharged engines to the Crosstrek, and Impreza. How soon will customers get the new fuel-efficient engine?

By Peter Neilson Jul 20 2020 - 5:49pm

3 Toyota Prius Concerns That Owners Worry About Most

If you own a Toyota Prius, chances are you have worried about one of these issues. Here is what they are and what to do about them.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 20 2020 - 4:33pm

Tesla China Seems To Be on a Q3 Strong Start

It seems that Tesla China has a strong start on Quarter 3, 2020 results.

Tesmanian reports.

By John Goreham Jul 20 2020 - 3:47pm

Why You Really Do Need A Spare Tire - Particularly In Light of COVID-19 Changes

Your car maker wants to steal your spare. Don’t let them.

By John Goreham Jul 20 2020 - 1:58pm

4 Ways To Maximize Your Green Vehicle's MPG Capabilities And Reduce Your Energy Usage

Green options are now available in popular, large-volume vehicle types like crossovers. Here's how buyers can get the most from them and use the least energy.

By John Goreham Jul 20 2020 - 12:30pm

Wings On The Back Of Cars - Performance or Posing?

Do wings on the back of cars serve any real purpose? We answer the question.

Ford's partnership with tech company Mobileye

By Jimmy Dinsmore Jul 20 2020 - 11:50am

Ford Partners With Intel Company For State-Of-The-Art Driver Assist Technology, Inching Closer To Autonomy in Bronco, F-150 and Mustang Mach-E

All of Ford’s new vehicles will benefit from partnership with Mobileye, featuring camera-based detection capabilities for driver-assist systems, including improved forward collision warning, vehicle, pedestrian and cyclist detection, plus lane-keeping features. Ford’s new Co-Pilot 360 technology has even more driver assistance features.

By Denis Flierl Jul 20 2020 - 10:02am

New Subaru Crosstrek - Why The Automaker Left Out An Important Trail-Ready Upgrade

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport gets new safety upgrades but not the best LED headlights. Why did Subaru not include the important upgrade?

Honda CR-V Hybrid AWD image by John Goreham

By John Goreham Jul 20 2020 - 9:29am

2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid AWD Adds Mileage, But What Do Buyers Have to Give Up?

The all-new 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid AWD is an amazing vehicle, but it lacks some things we have come to expect from Honda crossovers. Will it meet your needs?

By Denis Flierl Jul 19 2020 - 8:28am

Which Subaru Is Already Fit For Overlanding? Why You Should Choose The New Forester

What is overlanding? See why the new 2020 Subaru Forester is the best vehicle to explore less-traveled locations.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 18 2020 - 8:45pm

Rare Look of Inside Li Auto's EV Plant

NEV maker LiXiang is about to go public on NYSE later this month or early Aug under the ticker symbol: LI. Like NIO, it’s one of the 4 top NEV startups in China.

By Denis Flierl Jul 18 2020 - 10:32am

Is The Subaru Outback And Ascent's New 2.4L Turbo Engine Reliable? Why It's The Best Yet

Customers want an engine that has power, is fuel efficient and is going to be reliable. Did Subaru deliver with the new 2.4-liter turbocharged engine in the 2020 Outback and Ascent?

By Armen Hareyan Jul 18 2020 - 9:35am

Water Problem at Tesla Giga Berlin Raises Alarm

There is a water problem at Giga Berlin, raising an alarm. But it's solvable. The local mayor has a solution.

By Kevin Meyn Jul 17 2020 - 11:57pm

Hyundai Recalls 272,000 Cars Due to Potential Fire Risks

Hyundai recalls 272,000 cars due to potential electric power outlets overheating in specific models. This problem could lead to a fire, albeit extremely rare.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 17 2020 - 10:47pm

Tesla Giga Berlin New Update

Our friend Jurgen shared this nice drone video of Tesla Giga Berlin with our Torque News community showing how much work Tesla has done this week and how partition walls are erected building Tesla'

By Marc Stern Jul 17 2020 - 6:35pm

Bronco Sasquatch Takes An Excellent Vehicle And Improves It

Ford introduced its long-awaited Bronco this week and with it came some neat features. One of them is the Sasquatch option that adds serious off-roading bits to the overall SUV and improves on it.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 17 2020 - 4:53pm

Tesla Gets Record Number of China Buyers

According to an article, published at Bloomberg, Tesla keeps China's growth going with record Model 3 registrations.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 17 2020 - 4:49pm

Tesla's New Solar Roof Installation Referral Program

If things go in the right direction Tesla may surprise Wall Street again with its Energy program as first, it lowered the price of solar roof and panel installations and now doubles the referral re

By Denis Flierl Jul 17 2020 - 3:07pm

Subaru Forester Vs Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road - Which SUV Is The Real Dirt Road Warrior?

Which compact SUV is best for off-road, the 2020 Subaru Forester or Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road? One SUV is a true dirt road warrior.

2017 Toyota Prius Prime Silver Side Shot

By Peter Neilson Jul 17 2020 - 2:07pm

If Your Toyota Prius Has Reduced EV Mode, Do This To Restore Performance

Has your Toyota Prius lost a lot of the EV mode? Here is something you can do to restore it and breathe new life into your car.

2020 Subaru Outback, 2020 Subaru Forester, 2020 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Jul 17 2020 - 9:17am

New Report - Subaru Is Best At Giving You A Positive Experience During And After The Sale

Will you be happy after buying a 2020 Subaru Forester, Outback or Crosstrek? See why three different studies show Subaru is doing a lot right.

Tesla Model 3s to get CATL LFP Batteries

By Dean McManis Jul 17 2020 - 9:01am

CATL Will Soon Be Shipping LFP Batteries for Tesla China Model 3s

CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co.) who is currently China’s largest battery manufacturer today (with 28% of the global battery market) confirmed that it will start shipping it’s LFP (Lithium-Iron-Phosphate Batteries) later this month directly to Tesla’s Shanghai Gigafactory, for use in its China-only, entry level, Model 3 Standard Range Plus EVs.

By Kevin Meyn Jul 17 2020 - 12:25am

Hyundai Kona Electric Just Surpassed 100,000 Global Sales

Hyundai’s missions to be a top global manufacturer in EV and Fuel Cell EVs (FCEV) is becoming a reality as the Kona Electric just surpassed 100,000 global sales.