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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.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Aug 12 2020 - 11:36am

The Change That Tesla Is Bringing To Austin, Texas

Tesla is investing at least $1 billion in its Giga Texas gigafactory, and intends to employ 5,000 workers in manufacturing jobs in Austin.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Aug 12 2020 - 11:35am

Tesla Giga Berlin's Error Culture is Remarkable.

Tesla Giga Berlin's construction is progressing at a rapid pace. A contractor hired by Tesla told the "world": "The company learns incredibly quickly and is constantly adapting new knowledge."

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 12 2020 - 11:10am

New Subaru Outback Vs All-New Kia Telluride - Outback Is Losing On Its Home Turf

Denver, Colorado, has been the Subaru Outback’s home turf and its best selling car. See why the wagon loses to the all-new Kia Telluride.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 12 2020 - 10:24am

Hellcat-Powered Ram 1500 TRX Teased on Social Media

FCA announced yesterday that the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX with the supercharged Hellcat Hemi will debut on August 17th, followed by a teaser video on social media that lets us hear what is likely to be the most powerful production pickup in the world.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 12 2020 - 9:57am

Shopping For A New Vehicle - Be Sure It Has This Feature Or It Will Be Obsolete In 1 Year

Infotainment is an important consideration when choosing a new vehicle. Here is one feature to be sure your new car has.

2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Lunar Rock front end

By Jeff Teague Aug 12 2020 - 8:38am

5 Things to Know Before Buying a 2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

We give the full scoop on changes and important facts about 2021 4Runner TRD Pro. These are things you will want to know.

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 12 2020 - 6:51am

New Subaru Starlink Update Improves Apple CarPlay, Android Auto Is Still Not Working

Does Subaru offer Apple CarPlay and Android Auto? Yes, but Android Auto isn’t working so well on 2020 Forester, Outback and other Subaru models.

2012 Toyota Prius Generation 3 Red Side Shot

By Peter Neilson Aug 11 2020 - 7:19pm

3 Ways To Help Increase Acceleration On Your Toyota Prius

Is your Prius feeling a bit sluggish? Here are some tips that can help improve your acceleration and maybe add some extra MPG.

By Kevin Meyn Aug 11 2020 - 6:21pm

The New Hyundai IONIQ Brand Will Change the Future – New Direction for EVs

Hyundai announced that the IONIQ name would officially be an EV brand moving forward, and it will encompass Hyundai's ideologies and goals for its smart mobility vision. This news will undoubtedly affect us the consumers, and the EV market moving forward.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 11 2020 - 11:52am

Adapt and Overcome - New England Motor Press Holds Road Rally Respecting Social Distancing Mandates

The New England Motor Press Association keeps a tradition alive in challenging times.

2021 Subaru Outback, 2020 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 11 2020 - 8:12am

Subaru Didn’t Jump On The Outdoorsy Bandwagon Now - They Created It Decades Ago

Subaru created the 2020 Subaru Forester, 2021 Outback, and 2021 Crosstrek, with something unique. They have what no other brand offers.

Toyota RAV4 Prime plug image courtesy of Toyota media services.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 10 2020 - 11:32pm

Toyota's RAV4 Prime and Hybrid Show Just how Silly Tesla Model Y's Promised Fuel Savings Are

Tesla promises its Model Y will save its owner $4,300 in fuel savings. How much will it save you in energy costs over six years vs. the Toyota RAV4 Prime or RAV4 Hybrid?

By Kevin Meyn Aug 10 2020 - 11:10pm

New 2021 Hyundai Models and Changes

Hyundai released a list of vehicles telling us which models will be all-new for 2021, which will be carryovers and additional changes for the next model year. Hyundai also gave us information on which vehicles will no longer be in production for 2021.

By Marc Stern Aug 10 2020 - 6:59pm

Coronavirus Causes Uptick In Used-Vehicle Pricing, Edmunds

The COVID-19 virus has had an unusual effect on the used-vehicle market. If you are looking or have been looking for a used vehicle lately, you will find that the prices are up in all categories, full-sized trucks like the Ford F-150, midsized like the Ranger, and luxury SUVs.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 10 2020 - 4:24pm

Hellcat-Powered Ram 1500 TRX Production to Start a Bit Later in 2020 than Expected

The latest FCA financial report includes information about changes in production due to the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Hellcat Hemi-powered Ram 1500 TRX, which will now start rolling off of the assembly line in the fourth quarter of this year.

Toyota Prius owners are calling on Toyota to help them fight cat theft

By Peter Neilson Aug 10 2020 - 4:18pm

Toyota Prius Owners Are Asking To Have Their Cars Recalled Due To Theft Of Catalytic Converters

If you have been a victim of catalytic converter theft, you know how devastating it can be. Prius owners are now raising their voices to get Toyota to help them out with the issue. Here is what people are saying.

2022 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation STI

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 10 2020 - 3:26pm

Next-Generation Subaru WRX Details Emerge - New Interior Upgrades Revealed

The next-generation is coming spring of 2021, and we get details from an image of the new Levorg, revealing what the interior will look like. Check out all the leaked images here.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Aug 10 2020 - 2:44pm

Storm Chasing In A 2018 Ford F-150 XLT

Modified Ford F-150 nicknamed Blue Thunder has seen baseball-sized hail, lightning strikes and heavy rain. Amateur storm chaser made enough changes to F-150 to be able to endure some of nature’s fury.

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 10 2020 - 11:25am

The New Subaru Outback Improvements Are Good But They Could Be Better

What improvements did the 2021 Subaru Outback get? The 2021 Outback is coming this fall with new upgrades. See why the wagon could be better.

2020 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Midnight Black how to install wheel locks

By Jeff Teague Aug 10 2020 - 10:43am

Why You Should Install Wheel Locks on Your 2020 Toyota Tacoma

Learn the benefits of installing wheel locks on your vehicle, including a 2020 Toyota Tacoma, and how to put them on.

By Marc Stern Aug 9 2020 - 3:19pm

AAA Questions Value Of Driving-Assist Systems; Calls For More Work

Even though Ford's new 360 Copilot System and Tesla's AutoPilot system seem robust enough, AAA is calling for more testing.

By Jeff Teague Aug 9 2020 - 12:26pm

Next-Gen Toyota Tacoma Coming: Tacoma Fans Offer Ideas for the Perfect Truck

What would the ideal Toyota Tacoma look and drive like for its next generation? You will not believe the feedback from Tacoma enthusiasts.

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 9 2020 - 8:01am

The New Subaru Crosstrek Sells Fastest In Two Cities - One Warm Weather City Is A Surprise

The 2020 Subaru Crosstrek is one of the hardest to find cars in North America. It’s flying off retailers’ lots in two cities the fastest. One coastal city will surprise you.

2020 Subaru WRX STI, new STI, 2020 Subaru WRX, pricing, specs, features

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 8 2020 - 2:49pm

The Subaru WRX And STI Are Now The Fastest-Selling New And Used Sports Car

A new report says the 2020 Subaru WRX and STI sell faster than any other sports car. See what it means if you are looking to buy a new or used performance model.

2020 Subaru Outback, Onyx Edition XT, specs, features, fuel mileage

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 8 2020 - 8:36am

7 Cool Features You’ll Find On The New Subaru Outback Onyx Edition XT - And One It's Missing

This week we drive the 2020 Subaru Outback Onyx Edition XT. Check out its numerous added features and one it needs to make it even better.

By Kevin Meyn Aug 7 2020 - 11:28pm

Hyundai August 2020 Lease Deals

Here is a list of Hyundai lease deals and approximately what you can expect to pay. There are some notable changes from last month’s lease deals worth mentioning.

By Dean McManis Aug 7 2020 - 1:18pm

2022 Cadillac Lyriq: A Nice Looking Car, But Too Little Too Late To Sell

GM and Cadillac have some great engineers and designers, but their product planners and marketing teams seem to be clueless. I like the recently revealed 2022 Cadillac Lyriq's styling, plus they have very cool technology shown, combined with a beautiful interior design. Which are all hallmarks of Cadillac’s best selling traits. But looking at a 2022 release, the Cadillac Lyric looks to be providing too little, too late.

By Marc Stern Aug 7 2020 - 12:11pm

8-Part Podcast To Explore Life And History Of Ford’s Bronco

If you are looking for the definitive history of the Bronco, then you might want to listen to the eight-part podcast, "Bring Back Bronco," which begins Monday night. It is available on various podcast services, plus Apple and Google podcasts, as well.

By Jeff Teague Aug 7 2020 - 9:04am

2021 Toyota Venza Trim Levels Explained: How to Choose the Right One

Compare all three grades for the new 2021 Toyota Venza so you can pick the best one for you and your family.

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 7 2020 - 7:17am

The New Subaru Crosstrek Configurator In Now Live To Build Your 2021 Model

Subaru has made the newly-refresh 2021 Crosstrek and all-new Crosstrek Sport configurator live now. Build the trim you want before they arrive.

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