Latest 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.

By Peter Neilson Apr 17 2020 - 2:41pm

How Do You Check A Toyota Prius Battery?

Every day I get messages from people that ask me how to tell if their Toyota Prius battery is okay. Here are some tips and tricks the professionals use to check hybrid batteries.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Apr 17 2020 - 1:40pm

GM Begins Work on Its Own Battery GigaPower Plant

While Tesla is building its Gigafactories in Berlin and the 2nd phase in Shanghai GM begins work to build its own gigafactory called Gigapower battery factory in Lordstown, OH.

2020 Toyota Tundra XP Predator XP Gunner XSP package

By Jeff Teague Apr 17 2020 - 1:14pm

You Will Not Believe These 3 Appearance Packages for 2020 Toyota Tundra

Learn about 3 completely different X-Series appearance packages for the 2020 Tundra. How would they look on your truck?

By Marc Stern Apr 17 2020 - 10:19am

Ford Ranger Upgrade -- Beware Hacking A Real Possibility

On Wednesday, Torque News published a look at the findings of a UK study that showed the Ford Focus Titanium, a Euro model, was vulnerable to hackers. Today, TN is publishing a longer story on data-hacking in vehicles because Ford Performance is offering an upgrade to Ford Ranger computers for better performance. I wrote the story earlier this week and Jimmy Dinsmore yesterday's piece.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 17 2020 - 10:02am

CNN Portrays Elon Musk As Promise-breaker Over Tesla Ventilator Delivery - Why Both Parties Are To Blame

CNN has cast Elon Musk as a breaker of promises over a ventilator delivery promise. Did Musk deliver or not? Here’s what we know.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 17 2020 - 9:54am

Mustang Wins World’s Best-Selling Sports Car Title

Ford’s current stable of ponies includes 12 variants in the Mustang lineup. On National Mustang Day, Ford Mustang celebrates two sales titles: world’s best-selling sports car and best-selling sports coupe.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 17 2020 - 8:02am

The Subaru Outback Beats 6 Toyota And Lexus Models In Latest Owner Reliability Survey

In the latest Driver Power survey the Subaru Outback gets better reliability scores that many Toyota and Lexus models. See what owners say.

By Peter Neilson Apr 16 2020 - 4:37pm

What Are The Differences Between Gen 2 and Gen 3 Toyota Prius?

Been thinking of getting a used Toyota Prius? Here are some differences that you may want to think about before you purchase one.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 16 2020 - 1:26pm

What The Company That Makes Subaru Forester Is Doing To Help The Most Vulnerable

The company that makes the 2020 Subaru Forester is showing communities some needed love. See where they gave a generous amount to bring 50 million meals to those most vulnerable.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Apr 16 2020 - 1:00pm

How To Maintain Your Prius Engine To Last Longer

Torque News Toyota Prius reporter Peter Neilson has an expert coverage on a Prius oil change and maintenance to get your hybrid last lon

By Jeff Teague Apr 16 2020 - 11:13am

Top 5 Toyotas You Need in a "Zombie" Apocalypse. Did 2020 Tundra Make the List?

These are the most desirable Toyota cars, trucks and SUVs you should have in the event of a "zombie invasion." Did your favorite make the list?

By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 16 2020 - 11:08am

2020 Ford Ranger Gets An Engine Tune From Ford Performance

Ford Performance offers first engine tune kit for trucks. Ranger will receive uptick in horsepower and torque courtesy of Ford Performance engine tune.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 16 2020 - 8:09am

Subaru Plant Stays Dark-Why You Should Wait To Buy A New Forester, Outback Or Ascent

Subaru announced it will extend its U.S. plant shutdown until May 8. See why it could be best to wait to buy a 2020 Subaru Forester, Outback or Ascent SUV.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Apr 15 2020 - 9:26pm

Tesla Uses Train at Giga Berlin for The 1st Time

After several days of standstill and wait today Tesla resumed its construction of Giga Berlin and brought an industrial train to deliver gravel to construct roads.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 15 2020 - 4:12pm

Mazda Offers U.S. Healthcare Workers A Free Oil Change And Car Cleaning - You Won't Believe the Fine Print

Mazda and its U.S. dealership network want to give U.S. healthcare workers all the help they can. That now includes a free oil change and enhanced vehicle cleaning free of charge.

By Peter Neilson Apr 15 2020 - 2:24pm

How Long Do Toyota Prius Engines Last?

Believe it, people do ask this question, and they ask it a lot. Toyota made Prius for people who would help change the world. What does this mean for terms of longevity? You are about to find out.

2020 Subaru WRX STI, 2021 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation STI

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 15 2020 - 2:22pm

Subaru WRX STI Has A Glaring Weakness-The Next-Generation Model Won’t Have It

The 2020 Subaru WRX STI and WRX have a glaring weakness. See why it will be fixed when the next-generation model arrives next year.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 15 2020 - 2:16pm

Cadillac Briefly Introduces CT4-V and CT5-V Blackwing Models

The Cadillac high performance sedans will each feature a street-friendly, track-focused package and each will be called the Blackwing, featuring unique chassis and engine technology while offering the pinnacle in modern General Motors luxury-performance lineup.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 15 2020 - 11:05am

Whipple’s New Supercharger Kit For Ford’s 7.3-Liter V8 Makes 700 HP and 750 lb.-ft. Of Torque

New easy-to-install supercharger from Whipple will increase 7.3-liter’s horsepower and torque. New Whipple install can make 700 horsepower and 750 lb.-ft. of torque for Ford F-250. 2021 Ford Raptor may get the 7.3-liter V8 engine too.

By Marc Stern Apr 15 2020 - 10:43am

Data Hacking Affects Euro-Fords Could It Happen Here?

A recent report by the U.K. organization Which? has found that Ford's Focus Titanium is vulnerable to hackers. They can control the vehicle and go so far as to find personal information. Ford has not listened to this information, reports say.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Apr 15 2020 - 9:17am

Tesla Giga Berlin To Get Its Own Highway Interchange

A new highway junction for the Tesla factory Giga Berlin will be set up on Autobahn 10 at short notice. In this report, I am going to tell you who is going to pay for this highway interchange and who is going to do what as a temporary solution.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 15 2020 - 8:10am

See What You’ll Find Behind The Wheel Of A New Subaru Forester, WRX And Legacy

The 2020 Subaru Forester, WRX and Legacy rank best in one important area because of their boring styling. See how it brings big benefits for drivers.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Apr 14 2020 - 10:12pm

Giga Berlin To Have The Most Advanced Paint Shop

Tesla CEO Elon Musk just tweeted saying Tesla's Giga Berlin will have the most advanced paint shop.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Apr 14 2020 - 7:53pm

Tesla Battery Day Expectations

Tesla Battery Day is postponed until mid May. We already know that Tesla will mainly focus on batteries not powertrains, but what should we expect from that event?

By Jeff Teague Apr 14 2020 - 5:27pm

When to Use Multi-Terrain Select in Your 2020 Toyota Tacoma

Learn the best times to use the multi-terrain select off-roading resource while driving your Toyota Tacoma.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 14 2020 - 4:17pm

Next-Generation Subaru WRX Could Be Getting New Competition From Toyota and Hyundai

The next-generation 2021 Subaru WRX could be getting competition from Toyota and Hyundai. See what’s coming.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Apr 14 2020 - 1:53pm

How Giga Shanghai's Phase 2 Is Rising

Tesla's Giga Shanghai factory was once ignored. Now it is rising with the phase 2 construction. This video from Torque News demonstrates the rise of Tesla Gigafactory 3 in Shanghai.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 14 2020 - 11:43am

No More SuperCab for 2021 Ford Raptor

Two-door variant of next-generation 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor will be eliminated. SuperCrew Raptor only option listed in leaked information. Redesigned four-door Raptor will have four doors only, new suspension and perhaps a V8 too.

Toyota Tacoma named best used truck under $20K - image by Toyota

By John Goreham G+ Apr 14 2020 - 10:20am

New Study Names Toyota Tacoma Best Used Pickup Truck Under $20K

The 2012 Toyota Tacoma tops another list. This time it is the best used truck under $20K. Here's how it was judged.

2020 Subaru Outback, 2020 Subaru Forester, 2020 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 14 2020 - 7:32am

The Entire Subaru Lineup Earns The Best Road Test Scores Except For One Model

The Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek SUVs are known for all-wheel-drive but are rated highest among all mainstream automakers for road test scores. See which model fails.

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