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 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent

By Denis Flierl Mar 14 2020 - 7:41am

Subaru Scores Above Average In J.D. Power Customer Service Index Study

What happens after you buy a new 2020 Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, or Ascent and you take it in for service? See what current owners say.

By Eric Evarts Mar 13 2020 - 7:07pm

Charge it! More Affordable and Powerful Options Arrive To Charge Electric Cars

More choices available for electric-car owners that can handle longer range models with bigger batteries.

By John Goreham Mar 13 2020 - 3:08pm

2020 Mazda CX-30 Ranks Among the Safest Compact Crossovers - Here's Why

The 2020 Mazda CX-5 earns a Top Safety Pick designation. Here's what makes it one of the safest compact crossovers you can buy.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 13 2020 - 10:38am

Friday The 13th: A Look at the 13th Generation Ford F-150

The 13th generation Ford F-150 which is the current generation, was one of the most transformative models Ford has produced. With a switch to aluminum, Ford forever changed the pickup truck proving that 13 might be Ford’s lucky number.

2020 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent, Legacy, Impreza

By Denis Flierl Mar 13 2020 - 7:29am

Subaru Cracked Windshield Lawsuit Grows To 2.5 Million U.S. Vehicles

The windshield lawsuit against Subaru could involve 2.5 million vehicles including the new 2020 Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent, Legacy, and Impreza models.

2020 Ford Ranger Front End; There May Be Smaller Pickup Due

By Marc Stern Mar 12 2020 - 11:07pm

Ford May Add Sub-Ranger-Sized Pickup To The Truck Lineup

About 100 of Ford's top dealers saw what could be Ford's entry-level vehicle of the future, a pickup that slots below the Ranger in Ford's lineup. The demo was last month in Tucson.

Carlyle Racing C8 Corvette on the Dyno made 440/408

By Patrick Rall Mar 12 2020 - 1:50pm

C8 Corvette Stingrays Begin Reaching Owners, Already Being Modified

General Motors has begun shipping the first examples of the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray to dealerships around the country and not surprisingly, some of the first owners have already started modifying the mid-engine sports car.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 12 2020 - 12:23pm

Large Touchscreen Powered By Ford Sync 4 Expected For Redesigned 2021 Ford F-150

Ford’s new infotainment system is expected to replace Sync 3 on all model F-150s as Ford launches next-generation of the F-150. Bigger screens, more user adaptations, smart phone integration expected.

Used Toyota Camry vs. Used Honda Accord - Which is more reliable?

By John Goreham Mar 12 2020 - 9:58am

Used Honda Accord vs. Used Toyota Camry - Which Is More Reliable In These Model Years?

We compare used Honda Accords to used Toyota Camry cars in model years 2017, 2013, and 2010 to see which owners report as being the most reliable. Here are the results.

By Jeff Teague Mar 12 2020 - 9:17am

Foot-Activated 2020 Toyota Highlander Liftgate Easy to Use, Including Video Demo

Learn how to operate the hands-free, foot-activated power liftgate for 2020 Highlander.

By Denis Flierl Mar 12 2020 - 8:12am

New Subaru WRX STI Kanrai Is Exclusive But Not Too Offensive

Subaru Canada announced a new 2020 WRX STI Kanrai. What sets the new performance model apart from the other STIs?

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 11 2020 - 1:08pm

Corona Virus Could Delay The Ford Bronco Further

The 2021 Ford Bronco and 2021 Ford Bronco Sport are both ready to be revealed according to Ford. Both were set for public reveals in April, but now may be delayed due to COVID-19 scare.

By Patrick Rall Mar 11 2020 - 10:10am

Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat: Where Will It Debut Now?

Reports stated that the long-awaited Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat would make its grand debut at the New York International Auto Show in April, but with that show moving to August, a new location for the introduction of the supercharged SUV seems more likely.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 11 2020 - 9:15am

Ford Issues Recall On 2019 Ford Ranger For HVAC Issue

Ford Motor Company has issued a safety recall for select 2019 Ford Ranger vehicles. The recall surrounds an issue on the blower motor on the HVAC system.

By Denis Flierl Mar 11 2020 - 8:10am

New Report Says Subaru Forester Is Now The Most-Loved Compact SUV In America

What cars are most loved and keep owners satisfied after the purchase? Consumer Reports gives 6 reasons why the 2020 Subaru Forester gets the best overall satisfaction score.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 10 2020 - 3:07pm

Searching For The Ideal Buyer For An Electric Ford F-150

An all-electric Ford F-150 is coming. Exactly who the targeted buyer is among the unanswered questions that Ford must address before launching.

I bought a 2010 Toyota Prius Gen3 was it worth it?

By Peter Neilson Mar 10 2020 - 11:01am

Did I Make A Mistake Buying A 2010 Toyota Prius?

Prius has been one of the best cars that Toyota has ever made. That was until Gen 3 came out. I bought one yesterday to see for myself it owning one is a mistake. Here is what I found out.

By Jeff Teague Mar 10 2020 - 9:43am

Next-Gen 2023 Toyota 4Runner Coming and Fans Suggest Powertrain Options

Things are looking promising for a next-generation 2023 4Runner. See what fans and enthusiasts suggest for potential powertrains.

Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody on Springfest Image

By Patrick Rall Mar 10 2020 - 9:19am

Correction: Springfest Postponed, Not Cancelled

After incorrectly stating that the 2020 Spring Festival of LX was cancelled yesterday, I wanted to share the correct details of the huge west coast Mopar event.

By John Goreham Mar 10 2020 - 9:02am

Choosing a Rental Car - Which To Avoid and Which To Pick In 3 Easy Steps

We break down the common choices for rental vehicles and explain how to make a selection that will make your trip a success.

2020 Subaru Outback, 2020 Subaru Forester, 2020 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Mar 10 2020 - 8:56am

Little Known Feature Lets You Unlock Your Newer Subaru Without A Key

There are times when you don’t want to carry your car keys with you. See how to unlock your new Subaru using a little known feature using a PIN code.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 9 2020 - 11:06pm

2020 AMG GLC 63 S Coupe and What Has Changed Since Previous Model

Mercedes-Benz continues to renew its range and now it is the turn of the sports variant of the GLC, the Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 4Matic. This sporty SUV design has changed slightly, but the 2020 model has added more equipment, upgrade affects both the traditional version AMG GLC 63 S Coupe.

By Patrick Rall Mar 9 2020 - 4:25pm

Mysterious Dodge Charger Remains Unknown as Springfest is Postponed

A great many people believed that the 2020 Spring Festival of LX would bring about the grand debut of the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody Redeye, but with the massive Mopar show being postponed over fears of Coronavirus, it is unclear what the future holds for any news-worthy reveals planned for March 20 and 21.

By John Goreham Mar 9 2020 - 3:52pm

Toyota Updates Its Huge Fuel Pump Recall - Here's The Fix For Your Vehicle

The massive fuel pump recall Toyota has underway now has a fix. Here's what to expect if you own a Lexus LS 500, LC 500, RC 350, RC 300, GS 350, IS 300, ES 350, LX 570, GX 460, RX 350, NX 300, RX 350L or a Toyota 4Runner, Camry, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma, and Tundra, Avalon, or Corolla.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 9 2020 - 3:49pm

2021 Ford Bronco Sport Taking Shape

“Baby” Bronco looks comparable other crossovers in the segment. Ford supposedly to unveil 2021 Ford Bronco Sport in April, ahead of 2021 Ford Bronco.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 9 2020 - 1:20pm

Tesla Extends Office Hours to Answer Giga Berlin Concerns

In order to answer questions from residents about the planned Gigafactory in Grünheide (Giga Berlin), Tesla organized citizen consultation hours twice a week in the Brandenburg town from mid-January. Now Tesla is extending those office hours and dates. Here is why.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 9 2020 - 12:33pm

There Is an Addition to Drone Rule at Tesla Giga Berlin

Tesla Giga Berlin construction site has a new drone flight regulation. A few days ago I reported that the drone flight ban was lifted at the construction site of the Tesla Giga Berlin factory. The police had told my local friend Jurgen that the drone ban was due to a special police operation at the Giga Berlin site. However, today there is a new drone update and change of regulation and I am going to tell you about that.

How to plug into the new smaller USB Type-C connector with your old phone.

By John Goreham Mar 9 2020 - 11:04am

Your Car’s USB Port Is About To Shrink –How To Still Plug In Your iPhone or Android Phone

The universal serial bus is not universal. In fact, it is about to get a lot smaller. Here’s the reason why and how you can deal with it in your vehicle.

New Chevy Bolt cost could drop to just $15K

By John Goreham Mar 9 2020 - 10:37am

Current-Gen New Chevy Bolts Could Cost Just $15K When The Next Generation Launches

The Chevrolet Bolt battery-electric vehicle is currently costing some buyers around $20K. And a new generation is about to begin arriving at dealers.

By Denis Flierl Mar 9 2020 - 8:22am

Report Says New Subaru Forester Is More Susceptible To Theft

A report says the 2020 Subaru Forester fails in anti-theft security. See why the compact SUV gets a poor rating.

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