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 Prius Prime Red Rear Shot In Forest

By Peter Neilson Dec 27 2019 - 4:47pm

Toyota Forges Ahead To Build A Better Prius With Solid State Battery Technology

Toyota is as innovative as ever. And now it's going to innovate with a Solid State Battery. Looking into the future as they did about 26 years ago, they have a new target, build a better battery. Here is what Toyota is investing in and why it is so important.

By Marc Stern Dec 27 2019 - 3:37pm

Ford Upgrades Expedition Limited Off-Road Ability By Offering FX4 Package

The Ford Motor Co. has upgraded its 2020 Expedition into a very capable off-roader with the addition of the FX4 off-road package to the 2020 Ford Expedition Limited. The package includes many suspension and technology improvements.

Tesla tops list of most satisfying vehicles.

By John Goreham Dec 27 2019 - 11:17am

Tesla Dominates This List of 10 Most Satisfying Vehicles

Consumer Reports has just released its updated list of vehicles that owners report to be the most satisfying. Tesla simply owns this list.

2020 Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, best SUVs, active lifestyles, AWD

By Denis Flierl Dec 27 2019 - 6:32am

Subaru’s New Corporate Report Reveals Why They Are More Than A Car Company

Subaru brings you the 2020 Outback, Forester and Crosstrek, but their inaugural corporate report reveals why they are more than a car company.

2020 Nissan Titan Platinum Reserve Crew Cab

By Armen Hareyan Dec 26 2019 - 5:19pm

The 2020 Nissan Titan Changes, Colors and Trims

Nissan has made changes and new adjustments to the 2020 Titan truck making it up to date in the very competitive pickup truck segment. I read Nisan's 2020 Titan press kit, drove the 2020 Titan Platinum Reserve Crew Cab and here is what I saw.

Ford Mustang Mach E, Ford's 2nd verstion of Mustang Mach E on a VW Platform

By Jimmy Dinsmore Dec 26 2019 - 2:34pm

The Second Version of Ford Mustang Mach E on a Volkswagen Platform

Between Ford's partnership with Volkswagen and the response and publicity from the Mustang Mach E launch, it seems the writing is on the wall that Ford will produce a second version of the Mustang Mach E. This one would be smaller and built on a Volkswagen platform. But would it bare the Mustang name and badge as well?

By Eric Evarts Dec 26 2019 - 1:25pm

New Year’s tax bills coming for EV drivers who claimed credits they didn’t earn

Chevy Bolt EV Electrify America, Chevrolet Bolt run record, electric cars

By Eric Way Dec 26 2019 - 11:14am

A Chevrolet Bolt EV Set a Cannonball Run Record and No One Noticed

A Chevy Bolt EV just drove across the country in just over three days with a solo driver relying exclusively on the public charging infrastructure. Let's look at this significant trip in detail.

Hallie Deegan, Ford Performance contract, Hallie Deegan's Young Racing Career, Driving a Ford Mustang at Daytona

By Jimmy Dinsmore Dec 26 2019 - 10:59am

Ford Performance Signs 18-Year-Old Female Racing Phenom Hallie Deegan

Hallie Deegan made history when she became the first female driver to win a race in the ARCA racing series in 2018. As such, Ford Performance has signed the teenager to a development contract and will put her behind the wheel of their cars, including the Mustang GT4.

2020 Subaru Levorg, Subaru hot hatchback from STI, STI wagon

By Denis Flierl Dec 26 2019 - 7:37am

Subaru Teases A Hot New STI Hatchback You Want But Can’t Have

Subaru teases another hot hatchback you want but can’t have. See what Subaru is bringing to the Tokyo Auto Salon from STI.

By Marc Stern Dec 24 2019 - 6:44pm

Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid Pricing Starts At $34,235

At last, pricing has been released for the Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid lineup. The lineup, which features batteries that are 13 times larger than other Escape hybrid models, includes four models from the SE to the top-of-the-line Titanium.

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By Peter Neilson Dec 24 2019 - 3:08pm

As Predicted, Toyota Is Recalling 2019 Prius For Instrument Cluster Blackout

This is one of those times that I can say I told you so. As predicted Toyota is now recalling 2019 Toyota Prius for the instrument cluster going out. Here is what you need to know.

By John Goreham Dec 24 2019 - 2:00pm

Luxury EV Startup Rivian Receives Another Massive Funding Increase - What Will 2020 Hold?

Rivian has had an amazing year. Let's take a look at who the most recent investors are and how much the company took in this year.

By John Goreham Dec 24 2019 - 1:41pm

As Tesla Stock Passes $420 We Ask Readers- What Is Tesla's Biggest Headline In 2020?

Elon Musk once planned to cash out Tesla investors at $420 per share. Those were gloomy times. Today, the future looks much brighter.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Dec 24 2019 - 9:52am

Rumor has it Ford will bring back Focus RS

Performance-oriented Focus hatchback may get introduced as a 2021 model in the North American market if some rumors come to fruition. As such, the Focus, which is a darling and top seller in Europe, could re-emerge in the U.S. as an electrified, performance-oriented vehicle. Could an electrified Focus RS be the fastest hatchback that Ford has produced?

Honda CR-V, best compact SUV, Top-10 best SUVs, one-owner satisfaction

By Denis Flierl Dec 24 2019 - 8:09am

You Love The CR-V More Than Any Honda Model In Long-Term One-Owner Satisfaction

The Honda CR-V is the most-loved Honda in the stable. See why the compact SUV scores best in long-term satisfaction.

Subaru Outback, Subaru Forester, best SUVs, top-10 one owner cars, long-term satisfaction, CarFax

By Denis Flierl Dec 24 2019 - 6:46am

Subaru Outback Scores Perfect 100 In One-Owner Long-Term Satisfaction

The Subaru Outback and Forester models are most-loved by their owners. See why they score best in long-term satisfaction.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Dec 23 2019 - 1:35pm

Women No Longer Take A Back Seat To Men in Car Enthusiast World, Says Mustang Marie

Mustang Marie is just one of the many vibrant, rising stars of the Mustang community. Women and millennials are an important part of preserving Mustang heritage and driving the future of America's muscle car.

2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye

By Patrick Rall Dec 23 2019 - 1:28pm

2019 Dodge Challenger Hellcat Production Numbers Arrive Online

Dodge doesn’t break out production numbers of individual models, but thanks to information posted online, it looks as though the company produced 6,700 examples of the Challenger Hellcat for the 2019 model year, 3,957 of which were 797-horsepower Redeyes.

2017 Chevy Bolt EV LT Windshield Replacement

By Eric Way Dec 23 2019 - 11:38am

Cost to Replace My Chevy Bolt EV's Windshield

For high mileage drivers who spend a lot of time on rural and partially maintained roads, replacing a cracked or damaged windshield is a fairly common. In this story, I'll share my experiences and costs replacing the windshield in my 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV.

Subaru cracked windshield lawsuit, 2017-2019 Subaru Forester, Outback, Legacy windshields

By Denis Flierl Dec 23 2019 - 7:50am

A Third Faulty Windshield Lawsuit Is Now Filed Against Subaru

Subaru is under fire again for faulty windshields in some of their vehicles. Does Subaru have a problem with 2017-2019 Forester, Outback and Legacy models?

2020 Subaru Crosstrek, safety, manual transmission, AEB, IIHS

By Denis Flierl Dec 22 2019 - 8:42am

Why New Subaru Vehicles Dropped Lower In Latest IIHS Safety Report

All 2020 Subaru Outback, Forester, and Ascent models come standard with automatic emergency braking (AEB). Why doesn’t the 2020 Crosstrek, Impreza, and WRX?

2006 Mercury Milan Recalled For ABS Problem

By Marc Stern Dec 21 2019 - 12:54pm

Ford Recalls 600,000 Vehicles To Keep Brakes From Failing Due To Sticking Valve

Ford has recalled 600,000 2006-2010 Fusion, Mercury Milan, and Lincoln MKZ midsized cars to fix a ABS problem. The ABS valve reacts with the brake fluid currently used in the vehicles and can significantly slow or stop the action of the ABS valve, leading to braking problems. So far, two injuries have been linked to the issue.

2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Multimedia Touch Screen

By Jeff Teague Dec 21 2019 - 10:35am

How to Get Your 2020 Toyota Highlander with Huge 12.3-inch Multimedia Screen

One of the highlighted features for the 2020 Highlander is a gigantic multimedia touch screen. Here is how you can get it.

By Armen Hareyan Dec 21 2019 - 8:50am

2020 BMW X4 M Competition: Price, 0-60 and Harshness with Beauty

BMW creates fury in the increasingly crowded world of SUVs with its 2020 X4 M Competition. It promises harshness and beauty for buyers who want to sit higher.

2020 Subaru Forester, winter solstice, WinterFest, best winter SUVs

By Denis Flierl Dec 21 2019 - 8:31am

How You Can Seize Snow Days And Have A Tailgate Party In The New Subaru Forester

The 2020 Subaru Forester SUV is the vehicle for winter warriors and seizing snow days. You can party in it too.

By Marc Stern Dec 20 2019 - 6:24pm

Do Ford F150s Seem Expensive? How About A $170,000 GT500?

If you have been questioning what could be the high-pricing of some pickups, like high-end Ford F150s, think about this: there are dealerships out there adding huge amounts to the pricing of new Ford Mustang Shelby GT500s.

Fix your Honda Accord's noisy steering for $100.

By John Goreham Dec 20 2019 - 4:42pm

Noise From Power Steering When You Start Your Accord? Here Is The $100 Solution

Your Honda Accord makes a loud moan or similar noise when it is cold and you turn the steering wheel. Here's the cause of the problem and the fix.

Original Ford Mustang Bullitt goes for an auction

By Jimmy Dinsmore Dec 20 2019 - 1:39pm

Original Bullitt Mustang Goes On The Auction Block As Part of Film and Automotive History

The Hero Car from the movie Bullitt is the ultimate barn find story. After three Ford-produced Bullitt special editions, will the Mecum auction of the original mean the end of the Bullitt story for Ford? What does the future hold for the Ford Mustang Bullitt as the original Bullitt goes for an auction.

Toyota leads in active safety. Here's who trails.

By John Goreham Dec 20 2019 - 9:47am

GM, Subaru, Kia, and Honda Lag Behind Toyota In Active Safety Systems

A new list by IIHS shows that Toyota leads the U.S. auto market in deploying vehicles with advanced safety features. Here's a list of those who are not keeping pace.

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