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.

Image of a maroon Lucid Air GT Performance parked in the desert with the setting sun behind the car.

By James Walker Mar 10 2023 - 8:01am

Lucid Air Gets Three World Car Of The Year Nominations

Lucid's flagship sedan has received nods in three separate categories for prestigious World Car Finals awards.

By Denis Flierl G+ Mar 10 2023 - 6:30am

KBB's Best Resale Value Cars This Year - Subaru Takes Home 3 New SUV Awards

Do Subaru vehicles retain their value better than other automakers? Subaru picks up three new individual segment awards from Kelley Blue Book this year. See why three 2023 Subaru models score the highest.

By Timothy Boyer Mar 9 2023 - 7:51pm

Best Deals on SUVs You Can Buy Right Now

Here are the latest selections car buyers need to know on what 2023 models right now that are the best SUV deals available today with current incentives offered by dealers that are good until at least April 3, 2023.

By Timothy Boyer Mar 9 2023 - 5:50pm

Used Luxury SUVs to Avoid and What to Buy Instead Per Consumer Reports Update

Used luxury cars that look nice and can be found at an attractively low price can be tempting. However, according to a recent update from Consumer Reports some luxury SUV models that you can find on the cheap used will likely leave you with car shoppers’ remorse afterward. Here are the ones to avoid and the ones CR analysts recommend with the latest pricing.

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 9 2023 - 10:02am

Aptera Shows Off Simple Wiring System and Mentions Tesla

Aptera is getting ready for production of its solar paneled, 3 wheeled EV, and it mentioned Tesla in its latest update about its wiring.

By Denis Flierl G+ Mar 9 2023 - 9:58am

Subaru Crosstrek Vs. The Competition - There’s Still No Contest

How does the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek compare with the competition? If sales are any indication, there's no contest. Check out the new Crosstrek report here.

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 9 2023 - 9:50am

Tesla FSD: In Last Place in Automated Driving Systems?

We have a report from Mobile Eye that suggests that Tesla FSD is in the last place for automated driving systems. Is this true?

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 9 2023 - 9:27am

Tesla Releases Ultra Red Color for Model S and X: Replaces Existing Red

Tesla has released a new ultra red color and it is replacing its old red color - just for the Model S and Model X in the U.S.

Image of a pair of Lucid Airs, one red, one white, parked on a hilltop at sunset.

By James Walker Mar 9 2023 - 7:48am

Lucid Names Orange Business European Connectivity Provider

The telecoms company will help Lucid develop and test connectivity based functions for European models.

By Denis Flierl G+ Mar 9 2023 - 6:55am

New Study Says Subaru Is Top In Brand Loyalty - Why You Say They’re The Best

What makes Subaru dealers different from all other car brands in loyalty? Many things set them apart for customers. Subaru also has one all-wheel-drive vehicle you are the most loyal to.

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 8 2023 - 9:11pm

What Kind of Vehicle Would Tesla Make For India?

Will Tesla be able to make a vehicle for India? If so, what would it be like?

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 8 2023 - 8:41pm

Tesla Generation 3 Vehicle: Just a Dedicated Robotaxi

There are some clues that Elon Musk has given for the next generation vehicle and it looks like it will be mostly autonomous.

By Marc Stern Mar 8 2023 - 4:41pm

Ford E-Transit Established As Market Leader In Cargo Van Market

Ford's E-Transit van was established as a commercial cargo van market leader. To meet the demand, the automaker plans to ramp up production at the Kansas City Assembly plant where the E-van is built.

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 8 2023 - 2:54pm

Tesla FSD V11.3 Full Stack Shows Promising Improvements

We have the first videos of Chuck Cook using FSD Beta V11.3 and there are a number of improvements.

By Marc Stern Mar 8 2023 - 2:49pm

iSeeCars Study: New Cars Priced Over MSRP With Supply Chain Improving

An iSeeCars study sees that despite an easing of supply chain issues new-car pricing is still up an average of 8 percent.

By Denis Flierl G+ Mar 8 2023 - 9:49am

See Why The Subaru Crosstrek Is Now A One Of A Kind Small SUV

The Subaru Crosstrek pulled off a fantastic feat no automaker's subcompact SUV has ever accomplished. See why the Crosstrek is now one of a kind.

By Denis Flierl G+ Mar 8 2023 - 7:09am

Wagons Aren’t Cool, But The Subaru Outback Is Now One Of The 25 Coolest Cars This Year

What are the coolest cars you can buy this year? The wagon is not cool, but the 2023 Subaru Outback is now among the coolest cars of 2023. According to U.S. News, the Outback Wilderness trim level is among the best new family cars for 2023.

By John Goreham G+ Mar 7 2023 - 3:51pm

2023 Cadillac CT-4 V-Series Blackwing - Caddy Shows Germany Its Cards

The 2023 Cadillac CT-4 V-Series Blackwing is a halo car that shows just how good GM is at stealing another competitor’s cheese.

Image of a gold Lucid Air Dream Edition parked on a road in the Saudi Arabian desert.

By James Walker Mar 7 2023 - 1:11pm

Lucid's Saudi Connectivity Provider Announced

Saudi Telecom Company will provide vital connectivity for Lucid vehicles within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 7 2023 - 11:18am

The Cybertruck Isn't Vaporware: It Can Use a Stainless Steel Body

There are reports that the Cybertruck is vaporware and can't use a stainless steel body. Are these reports valid?

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 7 2023 - 10:54am

Tesla Hardware 4: What Is Going On?

We have reports of Tesla vehicles with Hardware 4, but not being able to run features like Autopilot. What is going on?

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 7 2023 - 10:33am

Hacking Tesla Range With Multiple Wheel Covers

We have a video from Kim Java showing how she tested multiple wheel covers to see what gave her Tesla Model 3 Performance the best range.

By Tinsae Aregay Mar 7 2023 - 10:14am

Indonesian Official Confirms Talks With Tesla Are Ongoing, Says Giga Mexico Doesn’t Change Tesla’s Asia Plans

Tesla, in the last 2 months has announced it will be building 2 new factories - one adjacent to Giga Nevada, and another in Nuevo Leon, Mexico. However, despite the already aggressive expansion plans, an Indonesian official has confirmed talks to build an EV plant are ongoing and that Giga Mexico doesn't change Tesla's plant to build a factory in Asia.

By Denis Flierl G+ Mar 7 2023 - 9:53am

2023 Subaru Solterra EV - The Three Month Performance Review

The all-new 2023 Subaru Solterra EV just finished its first three months of sales. So how is the new Subaru electric compact SUV doing? Check out the Solterra performance review here.

Image of ChargePoint screen showing kWh by John Goreham

By John Goreham G+ Mar 7 2023 - 8:59am

Fun Electric Vehicle Fact: kWh is not an SI or Metric Unit Of Energy

The unit we use for electric vehicle battery capacity is not an SI unit, meaning it is not part of the metric system. Here’s why kilowatt-hours isn’t metric.

By Tinsae Aregay Mar 7 2023 - 8:30am

Tesla Issues A Rare Physical Recall For A Model Y Back Seat Issue

Although by now it might seem that Tesla is issuing a recall for its vehicles every other week, most recalls are benign software issues addressed by an over-the-air software update. However, today, Tesla has issued a rare physical recall for improperly torqued bolts fastening the second-row seat back of the Model Y.

By Denis Flierl G+ Mar 7 2023 - 6:50am

The 2024 Subaru Outback Wilderness’ Best New Upgrade Is Not Its Styling

Subaru announced the new upgrades for the 2024 Outback Wilderness. Here are all the improvements and the one new upgrade that's the best. Read the 2024 Wilderness report here.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Mar 6 2023 - 10:41pm

Tesla Reduces Model Y Assembly Time to 2.5 Hours

Tesla's Giga Shanghai was recently featured in an exclusive walkthrough from China’s Xinhua News Agency, providing a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the massive electric vehicle factory.

By Jeremy Johnson Mar 6 2023 - 9:43pm

How Much Range the Model Y Will Have in the Future

What will the range of the Model Y be in the future? Let's project it out over 10 years.

By Marc Stern Mar 6 2023 - 4:09pm

Nissan Recalls 700,000-Plus Rogues For Issue With Jackknife-Style Ignition Key

For years carmakers from Ford to Nissan and others have used a "jackknife-style" ignition key where the ignition key folds into the body of the key fob when you press a button. This style of ignition key has presented a problem for Nissan, where wear has made it possible for the key to turn off the ignition when you are driving, creating a potential hazard. Nissan has recalled over 700,000 Nissan Rogues and Rogue Sports that used this style key to fix the problem.

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