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.

2022 Subaru Outback features, specs, pricing, fuel mileage

By Denis Flierl G+ Jun 29 2021 - 7:06am

The 2022 Subaru Outback Is Arriving Now - The Trim That’s Your Best Value

The 2022 Subaru Outback is now arriving at Subaru retailers. So which trim is right for you and the best value?

By Peter Neilson G+ Jun 28 2021 - 5:59pm

How Toyota Prius Knows When To Set A Hybrid Battery Trouble Code

If you have ever wanted to know how a Toyota Prius battery sets a trouble code for the hybrid battery today is that day. Take a look at what Toyota made possible through some really cool tech.

By John Goreham G+ Jun 28 2021 - 4:43pm

Honda Announces Its Next EV - Prologue - Here's When It Arrives

The all-new Honda Prologue has been announced by Honda. Let's just say Honda is giving fans plenty of time to prepare.

By Peter Neilson G+ Jun 28 2021 - 3:20pm

California Startup Claims 10 Minute Charge Times

A company in California is making waves when it comes to fast vehicle charging. Interesting topic and here is what I think they are doing.

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

By Denis Flierl G+ Jun 28 2021 - 1:04pm

Subaru Plant That Makes The Outback Shuts Down - It’s Not Shortages This Time

The Subaru plant that makes the 2022 Subaru Outback is shutting down for two weeks. See why and how it affects customers.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Jun 28 2021 - 10:41am

Toyota Explains EV Strategy, Says It Cut bZ4X's Development Lead Time (with Subaru) by 30%

In its 117th ordinary general shareholders' meeting, Toyota's technology chief explained the company's electric vehicle production approach and revealed that Toyota has reduced bZ4X EV's developmen

By Timothy Boyer Jun 28 2021 - 9:57am

Pobst Goes Plaid and Wins Pikes Peak Race

Race Day at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race is over and it has been a wild ride as Pobst goes Plaid in his “upgraded” Tesla Model S Plaid and places 1st in the Exhibition Class. Watch the linked video on a big screen or on your Virtual Reality headset and be sure to have taken some motion sickness meds to prepare for an enjoyable ride as you take a peek over the Pobst’s shoulders at what it’s like to go Plaid up Pikes Peak.

By John Goreham G+ Jun 28 2021 - 9:39am

4 Great YouTube Channels For Electric Vehicle Enthusiasts

Here are four great YouTube sites that may fly below the radar of some electric vehicle fans and enthusiasts. If you are a Tesla, Ford Mustang Mach-E, or Toyota RAV4 Prime fan, don't miss these great YouTube Channels.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl G+ Jun 28 2021 - 9:29am

Best Cars For Military Families - 2 Of The Top 10 Are Subaru Forester And Outback

Military families love the 2021 Subaru Forester and 2021 Outback, according to a report released by the United Services Automobile Association. See why they rank high.

2022 Toyota Tundra interior multimedia apple carplay

By Jeff Teague Jun 27 2021 - 5:09pm

Fans Optimistic (and Freaking Out a Little) After 2022 Toyota Tundra Interior Pictures Revealed

If fan reactions from revealed interior pics are any indication of next-gen 2022 Tundra popularity – look out!

2022 Subaru Forester, features, specs, details

By Denis Flierl G+ Jun 27 2021 - 9:34am

STI Shows Off New Body Kit For The Newly-Refreshed 2022 Subaru Forester

The 2022 Subaru Forester is coming and gets a new aerodynamic body kit from Subaru Tecnica International. Will U.S. performance enthusiasts see them?

By Tinsae Aregay Jun 27 2021 - 12:04am

Tesla Is Offering Bay Area Residents Model S Plaid Priority Delivery For End Of Quarter Push

According to multiple sources, Tesla is calling Model S Plaid Plus reservation holders in the Bay Area and the EV maker is offering them Model S Plaid priority delivery for the end-of-quarter push.

By Jeremy Johnson Jun 26 2021 - 4:40pm

Tesla's Over the Air Updates Solve Many Problems

Recently there was a report with nearly 300,000 Tesla vehicles that need to be recalled for an update. Tesla's Over the Air Updates Solve This and so Many Other Problems.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Jun 26 2021 - 10:16am

What Would A Ford And Tesla Collaboration Look Like?

Ford Motor Company is the unquestioned truck leader and Tesla is the unquestioned electric vehicle leader. A collaboration between the two could improve the Lightning and the Cybertruck. Here’s the areas it might improve on each electric truck.

2021 Subaru Outback, 2021 Crosstrek pricing, features, safety

By Denis Flierl G+ Jun 26 2021 - 6:51am

The 10 Best High-Tech Cars Under $30K - Subaru Scores 3 Models For Commuters

What are the best high-tech cars under $30,000 for commuters? A new study says the 2021 Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, and Legacy are among the best.

By Tinsae Aregay Jun 26 2021 - 5:03am

Tesla To Recall 285,520 Model 3/Ys In China Due To Autopilot ‘Unintended Acceleration’

Chinese Regulators announced today, Tesla will recall nearly 285,520 imported and made-in-China Model 3 and Y vehicles due to issues where owners can inadvertently engage autopilot while driving.

2020 Toyota Prius Silver and Blue on the beach

By Peter Neilson G+ Jun 25 2021 - 5:57pm

Why Heat Kills MPG In Toyota Prius And What To Do About It

Heatwave got your MPG down in your Toyota Prius? Take a look at why that happens and what you can do about it.

By Timothy Boyer Jun 25 2021 - 1:34pm

Why Tesla Chose the 18650 Battery Over the 4680 In the Model S Plaid

Why didn’t Tesla install the newer and more powerful 4680 battery in its recently released Model S Plaid? According to an expert on battery technology, their choice makes a lot of sense when you look at what is said at Tesla’s Quarterly meetings and not so much on public speculations and some sandbagging on Musk’s part.

Ford's 2021 Mustang Mach-E GT Runs At Night

By Marc Stern Jun 25 2021 - 9:34am

EPA Sets Mileage For Ford Mustang Mach-E GT, GT Performance Edition

Ford's Mustang Mach-E GT and GT Performance Edition have received their mileage ratings from the Environmental Protection Agency. The results are quite interesting.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jun 25 2021 - 9:31am

Where New Subaru Models Sell Fast And How It Affects Your Buying Decision

Where do the 2021 Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, and Ascent SUVs sell the fastest? See how it could affect your buying decision this summer.

By Jeremy Johnson Jun 25 2021 - 8:37am

Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Growth and Deliveries by Quarter

Recently, the Twitter user, James Stephenson, posted 69 Tweets in the most detailed analysis of Tesla I've ever seen. Let's take a look at Tweet #4 of these which focuses on the Model 3 and Model Y deliveries over each quarter and year - with Q2-Q4, 2021 as projections. Here are the details!

2022 Subaru Forester, all-electric 2023 Subaru Solterra

By Denis Flierl G+ Jun 25 2021 - 7:05am

Subaru Says “We’re Committed To A Carbon-Free Society” But When?

Subaru of America was recently named the 3rd Most Trusted Car Brand. How will they keep their high ranking?

Fourth Generation Toyota Prius Prime Silver

By Peter Neilson G+ Jun 24 2021 - 6:16pm

Is the Fourth Generation Toyota Prius Reliable?

After four generations of revisions, is the Toyota Prius still reliable or are there more problems? Here is my take on Prius and why I think gen 4 is the best one yet.

By Jeremy Johnson Jun 24 2021 - 1:51pm

Tesla Vision Puts It in the Pole Position for Full Self-Driving

There was a recent presentation by Andrej Karpathy, the leading AI expert for Tesla, talking about removing radar and using a pure vision system only for Tesla's autonomous driving software. Let's look at the key highlights and why this puts Tesla in a firm lead.

Ford F-150 Lightning vs. Tesla Cybertruck

By Jimmy Dinsmore Jun 24 2021 - 1:02pm

Comparing Ford F-150 Lightning To Tesla Cybertruck Shows One Big Advantage For Ford

Ford F-150 Lightning will be on the street and at car dealerships long before the Tesla Cybertruck can be delivered. Both all-electric trucks have significant pre-orders, but Ford is prepared to produce the all-electric version of the F-150.

By Dean McManis Jun 24 2021 - 12:02pm

Toyota's EV Strategy and Eco Reputation

Toyota is damaging it's eco-reputation in pushing back on EV technology. As opposed to many battery-only zealots, I think that Toyota is right to continue building hybrids and plug-in hybrids.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Jun 24 2021 - 11:56am

Brandenbur Minister Open Admits Giving Tesla Giga Berlin a Preferrential Treatment

Brandenburg's environment minister Axel Vogel openly admits that he would give Tesla Giga Berlin preferential treatment.

22 Civic Hatchback image courtesy of Honda.

By John Goreham G+ Jun 24 2021 - 10:14am

New '22 Honda Civic Hatchback Updates and Images - Yes the Stick Remains

Honda is updating its Civic Hatchback for 2022 and it is keeping the six-speed manual stick shift as an option.

By Timothy Boyer Jun 24 2021 - 9:36am

Tesla Plaid Music Video, Tesla Problem on Pikes Peak, and Yokohama Racing Slicks

Here’s a Tesla Plaid put to music as it races up Pikes Peak in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race, plus commentary by race car driver Randy Pobst on problems he is experiencing with the Tesla Plaid and how he feels the Yokohama racing slicks he is using are performing.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness, features, specs

By Denis Flierl G+ Jun 24 2021 - 7:10am

New 2022 Subaru Forester Images Revealed And 5 Things We Know About U.S. Models

Subaru just announced the Japan-spec 2022 Subaru Forester. So what will the 2022 Forester for U.S. customers be like, and when will it arrive?

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