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 Harutiun Hareyan May 16 2022 - 4:27pm

2023 Toyota Camry Nightshade Looks Like Something Straight Out of Star Wars.

With the Venda Nightshade’s debut a few days ago, Toyota puts their pen to the paper and drops the Camry Nightshade.

2022 Subaru WRX, next-generation WRX specs, features, pricing

By Denis Flierl May 16 2022 - 3:16pm

Will This Be The Last-Gen Subaru WRX With A Gas Engine? The Answer Is Yes

Will Subaru also drop the WRX with a gas engine? It's not if but when. Check out the details here.

Hyundai Santa Cruz exterior image by John Goreham

By John Goreham May 16 2022 - 1:42pm

Review: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD -

We test and review the new Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD. We find it is a perfect segue from small trucks to crossovers.

By Armen Hareyan May 16 2022 - 11:20am

Tesla Delays Giga Shanghai's Plan for 2 Reasons That May Affect Giga Berlin

Two objective reasons are causing Tesla to delay the ramp-up of production to pre-lockdown levels and that may affect Giga Berlin.

By Timothy Boyer May 16 2022 - 10:11am

Why You Should Not Buy an EV Today

Contrary to what you might be led to believe, buying an electric vehicle today does not make sense on multiple fronts for the reasons given by the EV industry and social media. Here’s what one mechanic has to say about gas prices, EV snake oil, and the EV trend we are seeing today that explains why you should not jump on the EV bandwagon just yet.

Facebook Group Posting Shows Highlander Windshields Crack More Than They Should

By Harutiun Hareyan May 16 2022 - 9:19am

Owners Say Toyota Highlander Windshield Chips and Cracks more than It Should

With every single aspect of the new Highlander getting a makeover, will the windshield finally be as reliable as the entire car?

Tesla Giga Berlin Model Y vehicles parked and ready for delivery

By Armen Hareyan May 16 2022 - 8:45am

Tesla Giga Berlin's Model Y Production Numbers Show Moderate Progress with Big Expectation in July

Tesla is making rapid improvements at Giga Berlin to increase the Model Y production. But even with only one shift per day, reducing the station time to a quarter would mean four times of the current production volume, i.e. about 350 Model Ys per day or 7000 per month.

2022 Subaru Forester features, specs, safety technology

By Denis Flierl May 16 2022 - 6:55am

AAA Finds Subaru Forester Safety Tech Still Causes Crashes

The 2022 Subaru Forester just earned the highest safety rating from the IIHS, but how well does the compact SUV prevent crashes? AAA says Forester's safety tech still causes crashes.

By Jeremy Johnson May 15 2022 - 11:49pm

Volkswagen Is No Longer Bowing Down To Tesla

The E for Electric analysts make a case for why VW will pass Tesla eventually, as soon as by 2025. Let's go over why they think this is.

2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Named to Ward's Best Interior List

By Mary Conway May 15 2022 - 9:52pm

Why the 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Was a Slam Dunk for this Prestigious Award

The 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer was a unanimous choice for this award, which is almost unheard of in the automotive world. We show you why.

2022 Subaru Legacy pricing, features, specs, fuel mileage

By Denis Flierl May 15 2022 - 6:42am

The 10 Best Sedans - CR Says Subaru Legacy Is Now Ahead Of Toyota Camry

Which new sedans are the best? Check out the top-10 best sedans for 2022. See why the 2022 Subaru Legacy is now ranked number two in the midsize category ahead of the Toyota Camry.

By Armen Hareyan May 14 2022 - 11:00pm

Tesla's FSD Is Already Much More Courteous To Pedestrians and Cyclists Than Average Driver

Tesla's FSD Beta is already so much more courteous to pedestrians and cyclists than your average human driver, writes Twitter user Whole Mars Catalog, sharing this fresh footage of Tesla FSD Beta d

2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Wins Several Texas Awards

By Mary Conway May 14 2022 - 10:10pm

The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Minivan Rounds Up a Bunch of Awards Including Green Vehicle at Texas Competition

The Texas Automotive Writers Association held its annual Auto Roundup and the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is driving off with multiple awards.

By Tinsae Aregay May 14 2022 - 7:17pm

Tesla Stops Accepting Cybertruck Orders After Elon Musk Revealed It’s Sold Out Until 2027

In an update to the company's online configurator, Tesla has now stopped taking new reservations for the Cybertruck. The move comes on the heels of Elon Musk announcing the futuristic truck is sold out until 2027.

By Tinsae Aregay May 14 2022 - 4:32pm

Tesla Brings Back The Cyberwhistle But It Can Only Be Purchased Using Doge Coin

Last December, after selling out within hours, Tesla has now brought back the Cybertruck-inspired whistle to the company's online shop. However, this time the Cyberwhistle can only be purchased using Doge Coin.

Poll Shows 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Is More Popular Than Highlander

By Harutiun Hareyan May 14 2022 - 1:29pm

Poll Shows 2022 RAV4 Hybrid Is More Popular Than Highlander

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners say they would not switch over to a Highlander Hybrid even though the Highlander is bigger.

Image showing the Mercedes 300SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe with side exhausts.

By James Walker May 14 2022 - 1:12pm

Mercedes-Benz Rumored To Have Smashed Auction Record With $142 Million Sale

Just two examples of the 300SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe were ever produced and Mercedes has reportedly sold one of them for a stratospheric price.

By Tinsae Aregay May 14 2022 - 11:34am

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Calls To End The War On Plastic Straws

Elon Musk has called for an end to the war against plastic straws. Given he is the founder of Tesla, a company perhaps doing the most to clean up our environment, this was a bit of a head scratcher. However, Musk's words point to a larger critique of society.

By Denis Flierl May 14 2022 - 11:12am

Big News - Subaru Says More New EVs Are Coming To The US By 2027

Subaru Corporation announced new electrification plans for its U.S. and global customers. See what electric vehicle plans Subaru has over the next five years.

Image showing a pair of Lucid-branded tractor-trailers pulling out from the loading dock at AMP-1 in Arizona.

By James Walker May 14 2022 - 9:22am

Semiconductor Shortages From China Are Lucid CEO's Main Concern

Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson shares his biggest worries for Lucid production and what the company is doing to mitigate them.

2023 Subaru Legacy features, specs, upgrades

By Denis Flierl May 14 2022 - 7:12am

Newly-Refreshed Subaru Legacy Drops A Trim Level Adds 7 New Upgrades

The 2023 Subaru Legacy arrives with a refresh and new upgrades. Get the full details, images, and our analysis here.

By Tinsae Aregay May 14 2022 - 5:14am

Elon Musk Says Latest Tesla FSD Beta Release ‘Needs More Work’

Tesla's FSD beta testers are thrilled with the latest version of FSD software and asked Elon Musk if it's time to release FSD to all Tesla drivers. Musk, however, said he still believes the software "needs more work."

By Marc Stern May 13 2022 - 10:40pm

Mercedes Isn't Alone; Other Automakers Have Told Owners To Park Their Vehicles

Mercedes-Benz isn't the only automaker that has told its owners to park their vehicles and walk as others like Hyundai and Kia have as well. For M-B, it makes sense and like Ford it's just good public relations.

By Mary Conway May 13 2022 - 8:42pm

Jeep and Ellen Surprise Frontline Nurse with 2022 Jeep Compass

The Ellen Show is winding down its19th and final season. As Ellen DeGeneres prepares to leave the talk show, she is inviting back some of her favorite guests. She teamed up with Jeep to reward one special nurse.

By Jeremy Johnson May 13 2022 - 6:46pm

Tesla Cybertruck Sold Out Until 2027

We have news from the Electric Viking that the Tesla Cybertruck is sold out until 2027. What are the factors that make this statement true? Let's go over this news and find out!

Over Filling Your Gas Tank is a Bad Practice to Have

By Timothy Boyer May 13 2022 - 5:59pm

Do Not Buy a Used Rental Car for This Reason

Buying a rental car is typically advised against because of poor maintenance by rental agencies and because some renters…quite frankly…abuse rental cars. However, there is another reason why buying a used rental is a bad idea due to a shared fault of both the renter and the rentee.

By Jeremy Johnson May 13 2022 - 5:43pm

Tesla's Robot is a Done Deal - Says Everyone in the AI Industry

According to BestInTesla, the Tesla robot is a done deal. Tesla already has everything needed to make a robot work in a Tesla factory today. As such, we should see a Tesla robot in service very soon.

Side view sketch of the upcoming Scout R-SUV from VW

By James Walker May 13 2022 - 4:11pm

Volkswagen Will Resurrect Scout As A Rugged Off-Road EV Brand

VW acquired the rights to the Scout name in 2020 and plans to launch a pickup and rugged off-roading SUV capitalizing on its image.

By James Walker May 13 2022 - 1:33pm

Lucid Is Building More Air Dream Editions To Celebrate European Expansion

Lucid's first European Studio lands it right at the heart of its German luxury rivals and they're even sending out a few more Dream Editions for the occasion.

By Harutiun Hareyan May 13 2022 - 12:32pm

The 2023 Toyota Venza Nightshade Edition Will Drop Some Jaws

Toyota just released their all-new 2023 Toyota Venza Nightshade and its design paired with functionality will change the SUV game.

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