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.

Restoration Project Considerations Warning

By Timothy Boyer Feb 5 2023 - 10:52am

Dodge Dart Lesson for Potential Project Builders

Can a 1973 Dodge Dart “garage find” make a good restoration project for this coming Spring? Here’s a recent find that demonstrates what you are more likely than not “find” in garage find, barn find, and field find project vehicles.

By Denis Flierl Feb 5 2023 - 7:55am

New Subaru Ascent Sales Drop To Start The Year - This Time It’s Not Poor Reliability

Is the 2023 Subaru Ascent a 3-Row SUV that families should look at this year? It gets new upgrades, and it's worth a look. It's not because of reliability issues that sales are down to start the year. Check out the report here.

By Denis Flierl Feb 5 2023 - 7:20am

It's Bad For Subaru Impreza Now, The Good Times Will Roll This Spring

The 2023 Subaru Impreza sales are going down to start the year, but that's the bad news. The good news is good times will roll for new compact car shoppers this spring. Check out the report here.

By Tinsae Aregay Feb 4 2023 - 6:21pm

Elon Musk Gives A subtle Nod To Tesla’s Upcoming Model 3 Refresh Dubbed Project Highland

For months now there have been speculations that Tesla is working on a refresh to the Model 3 and has codenamed the project "Highland." However, today, although subtle, we have received our first confirmation regarding project Highland from Elon Musk.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 4 2023 - 3:45pm

Cybertruck Interior Offers Modern and Clean Alternative to Gas Trucks

We see an image of the Cybertruck interior compared to a gas truck - it's much more clean and modern.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 4 2023 - 3:14pm

Model Y Prices Continue To Go Up: The Data Says This Will Keep Happening

Tesla has once again raised prices on the Model Y long range by $1,500. We think this is going to continue.

By Timothy Boyer Feb 4 2023 - 2:44pm

The Tiny Toyota Car That Runs Forever

Looking for a small Toyota that costs less than a Corolla or Camry but can run just as long if properly maintained? Then you will want to see this Mechanic’s review on why he recommends one of Toyota’s smallest Japanese-made models.

By Timothy Boyer Feb 4 2023 - 10:15am

Car Owners Who Don’t Pay Their Car Repair Bills

Here is the latest in a short take on six vehicles that includes a 1953 Chevy truck that this mechanic says literally ruined his customers’ lives by contributing to and compounding bad decisions owners make when it comes to their approach on cars and life.

By Denis Flierl Feb 4 2023 - 7:39am

The New Subaru WRX Is Up 488 Percent This Year - Don’t Throw A Party Yet

Subaru announced sales of the 2022 Subaru WRX are up a whopping 488 percent. But it's not time to throw a party yet.

By Marc Stern Feb 4 2023 - 6:28am

Ford To Use F1 Return As Incubator For New Vehicle Technologies

In the early history of the auto revolution, racing was an incubator for all kinds of technology. From propulsion to engine tech to safety tech, the torture test of high-speed racing provided the basis for the auto industry to move ahead in leaps. Take one more recent example, tire tech. In the latter 20th-century radial tire tech still needed a proof of concept. Racing did it, and now all tires -- with a very few exceptions -- are safer for radial technology.

By Denis Flierl Feb 4 2023 - 6:18am

A New Milestone - An Unlikely SUV Is Subaru's 7 Millionth U.S.-Built Vehicle

Subaru hits a significant new vehicle production milestone at its U.S. factory this week. The model that rolls off the assembly line is not the vehicle you would expect. Check out the report here.

Rivian R1T electric vehicle pickup truck

By John Goreham Feb 3 2023 - 6:05pm

You Will Never Guess Why This Rivian Owner Is Selling His R1T EV Pickup

We spoke with a Rivian R1T electric pickup truck owner who is selling a vehicle he loves. As it turns out, the reason he is selling is that he loves his wife more.

By Marc Stern Feb 3 2023 - 4:37pm

Media Missing The Real Story Driving The Ford/Tesla Price Cut Controversy

As the media keeps carrying on about the Ford/Tesla price cut controversy and "price war," they keep missing the story's central point. They don't have the automotive expertise to look and take the deep dive needed to discover it.

By Tinsae Aregay Feb 3 2023 - 2:25pm

Tesla China Produces Record 66k Vehicles In January Despite Extended Holiday Shutdown

Tesla China has just posted a record delivery number for the month of January producing and selling 66,051 vehicles. This number is even more impressive when we take into account that Giga Shanghai was closed in the last 8 days of January for the Chinese Lunar new year.

Common Reason Why Many Cars Don't Get Fixed the First Time

By Timothy Boyer Feb 3 2023 - 2:05pm

The Biggest Reason Why Your Toyota is Not Getting Fixed

Here’s a great example of the biggest reason why your beloved Toyota is failing to get repaired while hemorrhaging repair costs that you should not have to pay for.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 3 2023 - 11:13am

Like a Giant Sports Car - Tesla Model X Plaid Best in the World

There Tesla Model X Plaid is like a giant sports car and the Best SUV in the World - Here's Why.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 3 2023 - 10:46am

Tesla's $30,000 Vehicle Exists - Get a New Model 3 For as Little As $30,630

You can get a Tesla Model 3 RWD, with incentives, in Oregon, for as little as $30,630. The state is also giving a $7,500 tax credit.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 3 2023 - 10:34am

All Tesla Model Y Vehicles Qualify for IRA Tax Credit Now - Tesla Will Raise Prices Soon

The U.S. Government has updated its information for the IRA tax credit and now ALL Tesla Model Y SUV vehicles qualify.

Image of a white Lucid Air Grand Touring driving over the Brooklyn Bridge

By James Walker Feb 3 2023 - 8:51am

Lucid Air Is The Most Efficient Vehicle On Sale In 2023

Two Lucid Air models claim the top spot in the EPA's newly published fuel efficiency guide.

By Denis Flierl Feb 3 2023 - 8:46am

Subaru Forester Starts The Year With The Lineup’s Biggest Drop - 3 Reasons Why

The 2023 Subaru Forester is an excellent compact SUV, but it continues a sales slide to start the new year. Here are three reasons why.

By Denis Flierl Feb 3 2023 - 7:00am

New Subaru Outback Keeps Chasing The Older Crosstrek - Dealers Voice Their Concerns

To start the year, the newly upgraded 2023 Subaru Outback is losing to the older Crosstrek again. Are there problems with the Outback customers should know about? Check out the report here.

White Kia Niro EV and Light Blue Kia Seltos

By Justin Hart Feb 3 2023 - 2:44am

Kia Sets New January Sales Records In the US, Off To Roaring Start For 2023

Kia just had its best ever sales results in the US for January, 2023. This is Kia’s sixth consecutive monthly sales record and a pretty good sign that the global supply chain issues that plagued all car manufacturers are no longer (much of) a problem. There are some details in Kia’s January sales figures worth investigating in order to study how their model lineup is doing and where it may be on track to grow the most.

By Tinsae Aregay Feb 2 2023 - 5:06pm

A Production Beta Cybertruck Spotted Out Testing Near Tesla Design Studio Following Elon Musk’s Review

Yesterday, Elon Musk announced that he just reviewed the production beta Cybertruck and added to the hype of the vehicle by saying "it's incredible." And today, a new Cybertruck prototype has been spotted testing close to Tesla's design studio with two never before seen changes.

By John Goreham Feb 2 2023 - 2:51pm

Trusted Home Power Equipment Maker Generac Jumps Into EV Charging

Generac is entering the home Level 2 charging business with a new charger. Here are the details.

High-angle drone shot of Lucid's AMP-1factory in Casa Grande, Arizona. The factory's buildings feature hard edges and are mostly white to repel solar energy and keep them cool.

By James Walker Feb 2 2023 - 2:41pm

Lucid's Lots Filling With Finished Cars In Latest Flyover

Bear's Workshop is back with his 160th flyover of the Lucid AMP-1 factory in Casa Grande, AZ.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 2 2023 - 1:55pm

Tesla Castings Replace Over 70 Underbody Parts - Allows For Making Cars Like Toy Cars

We see a video from Giga Berlin that shows Tesla's castings, which allow Tesla to make cars just like toy cars are made.

By Denis Flierl Feb 2 2023 - 11:55am

Only One Subaru Makes The 10 Most Loved Cars List, And It’s The Slowest Seller

What Subaru model is the most loved by its owners? It’s not the top-selling model but the slowest in Subaru of America’s lineup. Check out the top ten models here.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 2 2023 - 11:10am

Tesla Producing at 10x the Speed of Nearest Rival

We see a video of a discussion talking about Tesla's production compared to the speed of its rival - about 10x faster.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 2 2023 - 10:49am

Model Y Long Range Wait Times Extend By 2 Months - Signaling Strong Demand

The Tesla Model Y long range sees its wait times increase by 2 months, signaling strong demand.

By Denis Flierl Feb 2 2023 - 9:12am

CR Ranks The Most And Least Loved Car Brands - Subaru Scores Top 5 Again

A new study from Consumer Reports reveals the most and least liked car brands. See why Subaru outscores its top rivals, Toyota, Hyundai, Honda, Nissan, and Mazda.

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