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.

2019 Subaru Forester, 2020 Subaru Outback, Longest Lasting Cars, highest mileage cars,

By Denis Flierl Jun 16 2019 - 8:21am

Subaru Forester, Outback, Legacy No Longer Cars Most Likely to Reach 200,000 Miles

What happened to Subaru’s status as a brand with high-mileage vehicles?

By Marc Stern Jun 15 2019 - 11:44pm

Lawsuit Seeks Buyback For Jeep Wranglers With ‘Death Wobble’

With the news this weekend that Fiat-Chrysler Autos has been sued due to the Jeep Wrangler "death wobble" issue that has been at the heart of many complaints for years, Torque News identifies the problem and solution.

By Jeff Teague Jun 15 2019 - 5:44pm

Why You Need Traction Control in Your 2019 Toyota Tacoma and When to Turn It Off

If you have ever wondered what that button is in your 2019 Toyota Tacoma (or any car or truck brand as well) with a car icon with squiggly lines and the word “OFF, we have the answers. You will find out how traction control helps you and when you should turn it off.

By Steve Birkett Jun 15 2019 - 4:05pm

Why the Rivian R1T Isn't the EV Truck to Convert Pickup Drivers

The all-electric Rivian R1T is an exciting EV in its own right, but it's unlikely to convert traditional pickup truck drivers for everyday use.

2020 Kia Telluride, review, specs, details, price, fuel mileage

By Denis Flierl Jun 15 2019 - 1:54pm

First Look At New Kia Telluride, A Good Choice In The Mid-Size SUV Wars

Take a look at Kia's largest vehicle ever, the 2020 Telluride mid-size SUV.

By Al Castro Jun 15 2019 - 7:00am

14 Reason Why Tesla and Other EVs Should Aim For 400 Mile Range

A few days ago my distinguished colleague, the editor in chief of Electrek, proclaimed that a 400 mile range electric car was not needed. As if he were King George, his royal edict proclaimed as he has in the past, a 200 mile range car was “plenty.” Well, consider me to be John Hancock and the Continental Congress: live free or die. We hold these truths, that not only is the 400 mile range electric car needed, but Frederic Lambert is wrong. Here’s why.

2019 Subaru Forester, best compact SUV, best SUV for families, safest SUVs

By Denis Flierl Jun 15 2019 - 6:51am

New Subaru Forester, Only 1 Of 4 Compact SUVs With Safety Tech For You To Avoid Hitting Pedestrians

The new 2019 Subaru Forester gets even more safety tech. See how it now protects pedestrians.

Scotty Kilmer discusses 2019 Chevy Silverado 4 Cylinder Engine

By Armen Hareyan Jun 14 2019 - 11:17pm

Why Would You Put a Turbo 4 Cylinder Engine in That Big Chevy Silverado

Today a Houston based car mechanic and a Youtube star Scotty Kilmer was asked what he thinks about the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck and he had some harsh criticism saying "Chevy screws up again."

2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro and Toyota Tundra

By Jeff Teague Jun 14 2019 - 6:09pm

Toyota Tundra and Tacoma Owners Proudly Compete for High Mileage Honors

We polled Toyota owners on their current odometer readings. You will not believe the high mileage that Toyota Tundra and Tacoma owners, along with other Toyota model owners, have on their vehicles.

2019 Honda Passport front view Obsidian Blue Pearl color

By Parks McCants Jun 14 2019 - 5:18pm

2019 Honda Passport Ventures Off Road in Western Oregon

Without question Pilot, Ridgeline, CRV and HRV can venture off road. But none of them are what I’d consider to be off road rugged. Honda claims 2019 Passport is off road tough, is it? Torque News ventures off to western Oregon to find some answers.

Hyundai Kona crossover earns Winter Vehicle Award

By John Goreham Jun 14 2019 - 3:21pm

Hyundai Kona Earns Best In Class Crossover Win From New England Motor Press Association

Hyundai's 2019 Kona ears a Winter Vehicle Award from the folks who know winter vehicles.

By Brian Jenkins Jun 14 2019 - 2:55pm

New Easter Eggs Games Coming to Tesla

Elon Musk showed up to E3 and showed off two new games he is bringing to the Tesla fleet very soon. E3 is an annual video gaming conference held out in California. Elon said he has always been interested in video games and in-fact designed and built one of his own when he was 10 or 11 years old. He said many programmers and engineers get their start in video games early on. It helps develop problem solving habits.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 14 2019 - 1:53pm

Top 8 Good and Safe Driving Tips To Avoid Accidents, Especially For New Drivers When Learning

This good list of safe driving tips was written by Chris Dawson in collaboration with Greenslips and is useful especially for new drivers when learning.

2019 Toyota Prius Prime on city road at night

By Steve Birkett Jun 14 2019 - 12:10pm

2019 Prius Prime Sales Give Toyota an EV Pass (For Now)

Toyota has taken a beating in the EV press for several months now, not least for their self-defeating "self-charging" ad campaigns. The continued success of the 2019 Toyota Prius Prime is their way out and up.

Electric vehicle production is limited by battery availability.

By John Goreham Jun 14 2019 - 11:58am

Peak Battery - The Real Reason Affordable Electric Vehicles Are Failing In America

Off the record and on, automakers are starting to admit that the Chevy Bolt, Nissan Leaf, Toyota Prius Prime, Chevy Volt, and Honda Clarity formula just isn’t working.

Toyota research unveils Electric Car production plans by 2025

By Al Castro Jun 14 2019 - 8:56am

Someone Just Saved Toyota From Bankruptcy With a New EV Study

In the past two weeks Toyota is realizing that people have a "sudden urge" for electric cars. Toyota's Executive Vice President Shigeki Terashi outlined the company's electric car production plans and said "progress has surpassed the target," referring to EV adoption progress, according to Automotive News.

2020 Subaru Outback, new Subaru Outback, best SUV deals,

By Denis Flierl Jun 14 2019 - 6:11am

Now Is The Best Time For You To Go Buy A New Subaru Outback, Legacy

Subaru is dealing now on the 2019 Subaru Outback and Legacy. The best deals could still be out there.

By Marc Stern Jun 13 2019 - 6:31pm

2021 F-150 Pickup Spotted In Wild Hiding Some Big Changes

We have seen the 2021 Ford F-150 and agree that there are some big changes coming.

By Steve Birkett Jun 13 2019 - 6:00pm

What Kind of Charging Network Can GM and Bechtel Build with $0 Down?

One of the main criticisms laid at the door of General Motors and its commitment to electric vehicles is the lack of any viable charging network. Despite a nationwide chain of Chevy dealerships, many of which are located in places that could desperately use some DC fast charging hardware, GM has done very little to meet this need.

By Jeff Teague Jun 13 2019 - 5:56pm

2020 Toyota 4Runner and 2020 Tacoma Will Rock Out with JBL Premium Sound

The 2020 Toyota Tacoma and 2020 4Runner will both feature some important upgrades within their multimedia portfolios. One featured aspect is in-vehicle JBL premium sound system. See how JBL will affect your in-vehicle entertainment.

By Steve Birkett Jun 13 2019 - 5:18pm

3 Reasons the Chevy Bolt EV is Already Outdated (and What GM Can Do to Fix It)

Ah, General Motors... love them or loathe them, EV enthusiasts and Bolt owners must admit that with the Chevy Bolt, GM was able to make a great electric car.

Can a Prius go 350,000 miles on one battery?

By John Goreham Jun 13 2019 - 2:06pm

How To Make A Toyota Prius Hybrid Battery Last Past 350,000 Miles

Keeping a Toyota Prius Hybrid well past a quarter million miles does not have to be expensive.

IIHS Schedules Tesla Model 3 safety test results

By John Goreham Jun 13 2019 - 12:54pm

IIHS Plans Tesla Model 3 Safety Test Results For Late Summer - Will It Be a Top Safety Pick Plus?

No Tesla vehicle has ever earned the highest vehicle safety rating in America. That could change late August.

2020 Subaru Forester, e-Boxer Hybrid, new electrified Subaru

By Denis Flierl Jun 13 2019 - 7:29am

You Won’t Experience Crazy Long Lines To Grab New Subaru Forester Hybrid

Don't look for the 2020 Subaru Forester e-Boxer to arrive on U.S. shores anytime soon.

By Al Castro Jun 13 2019 - 6:54am

2019 Chevy Bolt Hasn’t Been Selling Very Well, and It Isn’t The Car’s Fault

After Volt is gone, GM and the government have huge incentives available for 2019 Chevrolet Bolt. You might pay $30,000 for a $44,000 Premier version of Battery Electric Chevy Bolt.

By Mary Conway Jun 13 2019 - 12:05am

Why Ford is Recalling 1.3 Million of Its Most Popular Vehicles

Ford is issuing four recalls for some of its biggest sellers. Some Ford Explorer drivers have reported suspension issues. Some F-150 truck drivers have had transmission problems.

2019 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, best AWD SUVs, best SUVs for camping, summer camping guide

By Denis Flierl Jun 12 2019 - 6:53am

Tired Of Normal? Your New Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek Complete Summer Camping Guide

Do you need to get away from civilization this summer? Here is a complete summer camping guide for Subaru Forester, Outback and Crosstrek owners.

By Jeff Teague Jun 11 2019 - 7:59pm

2019 Toyota RAV4 XSE Hybrid: the Excellent Gas-efficient SUV You Might Not Be Able to Find

Consumers are wildly intrigued by the 2019 Toyota RAV4 XSE Hybrid. With a frenzied demand not seen in Toyota shopping circles in years, folks are searching far and wide to find them. We will show you what makes XSE Hybrid so special.

By Patrick Rall Jun 11 2019 - 5:56pm

Corvette and Camaro Leaving Europe Later This Year

New European emission requirements going into effect on August 31st will kill the Chevrolet Camaro and Corvette across the continent.

Toyota surprises some experts with new EV timeline.

By John Goreham Jun 11 2019 - 11:44am

Battery Electric Vehicle Fanatics Slam Toyota's Updated Electric Vehicle Timeline

Toyota surprises many EV market watchers by revealing a newly updated EV timeline. Battery electric fanatics couldn't wait for one more excuse to disparage the world's leading green vehicle producer.

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