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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.

Silver 2025 Rivian R1T electric pickup truck parked on rocky beach with moss-draped trees and ocean horizon
After 20,000 Miles in My Rivian R1T Max Pack, It's Still Opening New Off-Road Worlds With No Power Loss Even at 12,000 Feet Elevation
By Noah Washington on
After 20,000 miles of off-roading and high-elevation climbs, one Rivian R1T owner shares a surprising advantage of his EV truck: zero power loss, even at 12,000 feet.
2026 Lucid Gravity electric SUV in gray, driving dynamically on highway at sunrise with sleek, aerodynamic profile
My 2026 Lucid Gravity Test Drive Revealed Incredible Acceleration That You Feel In Your Bones, But Third Row Headroom Fell Short For Six-Footers
By Noah Washington on
What happens when a Lucid Gravity's 828 horsepower meets a highway on-ramp? One test driver says you feel its acceleration "in your bones." See what else thrilled him, and where the three-row SUV fell short, in a detailed first-drive review.
Perry is seen standing in a white polo shirt and cap smiling next to a white GMC Sierra EV in a suburban driveway. A brick house and greenery are visible in the background.
I Was Looking at Gas Trucks Since I Had No Experience With EVs, But Then I Test Drove the GMC Sierra EV and Immediately Decided It Was What I Wanted
By Aram Krajekian on
Most buyers walk into a dealership knowing the car they want, but sometimes the right test drive can flip that plan upside down. This Sierra EV owner's story is proof that even decades of loyalty to ICE vehicles can vanish in a single afternoon.
2025 Jeep JL Rubicon with a battery placed on the top of the hood
1,180 Miles In, This Big Warning Flashed on The Dash of My 2025 Jeep JL Rubicon, And As Far As I Know The Battery Is Brand New
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected warning lit up the dash of a brand-new 2025 Jeep JL Rubicon with only 1,180 miles, and the mystery behind it is something every Wrangler owner should hear.
2025 Ram Bucking Ride Stolen
Ram is Investigating Bizarre Theft of its Bucking HEMI Ride From RoadKill Nights Event
By Mary Conway on
The mechanical bull ride was stolen Saturday night in Michigan.
2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 3.0 Duramax ZR2
I Had Nothing But Issue After Issue With My 2023 Chevy Silverado ZL1, So I Traded It For a 2025 ZR2, and 9K In, Got a Check Engine Light For the Infamous DEF System
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Chevy Silverado owner is already having trouble with his diesel pickup, just 9K miles in. He says the truck's check engine light came on, and the DEF system is malfunctioning. Now he's sorry he bought the pickup. Here is what buyers need to know.
A blue Chevrolet Silverado 1500 truck with roof tent in a forested mountain area. A person climbs the tent ladder and another person assembles a ground tent nearby. Atmosphere is a peaceful outdoor scene.
I’m 1–2 With Brand New GM Vehicles, My Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71 Had Constant Issues While My Colorado ZR2 Was Flawless, and Now My 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 ZR2 Has a Check Engine Light Already
By Aram Krajekian on
When you’ve had both flawless and frustrating experiences with brand-new Chevrolet trucks, the next one feels like a gamble. For one Silverado owner, that gamble turned into a cautionary tale about whether GM’s pickups can still deliver.
Two Sets of Tires Gone in 21,000 Miles on My 2024 Rivian R1S, and I’m Ready to Find Out If There’s a Better Way
Two Sets of Tires Gone in 21,000 Miles on My 2024 Rivian R1S, and I’m Ready to Find Out If There’s a Better Way
By Narek Hareyan on
One Rivian R1S owner just burned through two full sets of tires in 21,000 miles, and the reasons why might change how you drive, and what you buy, next.
A white Ford Expedition drives on a scenic road with mountains and trees in the background, under a clear sky, conveying a sense of adventure and freedom.
I’m a Ford Fan by Far, But My 2025 Ford Expedition’s BlueCruise Is Terrible While My Company Truck’s GM Super Cruise Works on Just About Every Highway and Back Road
By Aram Krajekian on
BlueCruise may be Ford’s answer to hands-free driving, but when one Ford Expedition owner says it struggles where GM’s Super Cruise thrives, it raises questions about how far behind Ford might be in this race.
Tony Meysenburg's 2024 Toyota Tundra
I Bought a 2024 Toyota Tundra with 5K Miles, Did My 2nd Oil Change at 12K, and Now I See Lots of Fine Metal Shavings, and 1mm Chunks in the Pan
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tundra owner has a truck with only 12,000 miles and has had two oil changes since he bought it. Now, he's finding metal shavings and 1mm pieces of metal in the drain pan. Here is Tony's story and information for all Tundra owners.
My Cross-Country Journey in My 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 Revealed NACS Port Makes Tesla Superchargers Seamless, While Rivian Chargers Still Impressed The Most
My Cross-Country Journey in My 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 Revealed NACS Port Makes Tesla Superchargers Seamless, While Rivian Chargers Still Impressed The Most
By Noah Washington on
With a cross-country road trip, a Hyundai Ioniq 9 owner put the NACS charging port to the ultimate test. Find out which charging network, Tesla Superchargers, Rivian Adventure Network, or EVgo, came out on top for speed and reliability.
2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper in silver, driving on a winding mountain road with rocky cliffs, captured in dynamic motion with blurred background
Testing My 2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper's Camp Mode Revealed Surprisingly Low CO2 Levels Even With Two Kids Sleeping Inside
By Noah Washington on
Think "car camping" means stuffy air and restless nights? A new Tesla Model Y Juniper owner put Camp Mode to the ultimate test with a CO₂ monitor and two sleeping kids, revealing a surprising secret about how Tesla keeps the air fresh.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “Lately When I Drive My CT I Get This Strange Combo of Fatigue, Lightheadedness, and Almost Like Everything’s Moving in Slow Motion”
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner has a strange question for other Cybertruck owners. After driving his CT for a while, he feels fatigued, lightheaded, and it seems like everything is moving in slow motion. Is this an electric vehicle issue or something else?
Side view of a Honda Prologue parked on a street with a white exterior and black accents. It stands in front of a brick building, conveying urban sophistication.
I’m Starting to Get Really Frustrated With My Honda Prologue, It’s Got a Slew of Issues and Feels Like a GMC Car With a Honda Badge
By Aram Krajekian on
Some cars live up to the badge they wear while some make you question if the badge even belongs there. For one Honda Prologue owner, that question came just two months in, and what followed reveals a side of this EV you won’t find in the brochure.
White Jaguar i-Pace with Waymo autonomous driving sensors, parked on brick pavement with urban backdrop
I Rode In A Waymo 2021 Jaguar I-Pace With 242,000 Miles On The Odometer, These Autonomous Vehicles Have Been Covering 137 Miles Every Day Since 2020
By Noah Washington on
Forget the fancy tech, the real story of this Waymo Jaguar I-Pace is on its odometer. It has over 242,000 miles on it, a testament to the fact that these silent, driverless cars have been on the road, covering 137 miles every day, for over four years.
Dark green Rivian R1S SUV driving past modern glass building with blurred trees, front three-quarter view on urban street
I Paid $50 To Add 180 Miles Of Range To My Rivian R1S At A Public Charger, While My Tesla Costs Less, Road Trip Charging Is Now More Expensive Than Gas
By Noah Washington on
As a Rivian owner, he loves his truck, but a $50 public charging session for just 180 miles of range proves that the cost of charging a Rivian R1S on the road is becoming a major financial drawback, easily exceeding the cost of gas.
I'm Moving Up From The Factory 32 Tires To 35 on My Jeep Wrangler, But The Tire Place Guy Says I Will Need To Replace My Spare Mount On The Rear Gate As Well
I'm Moving Up From The Factory 32" Tires To 35" on My Jeep Wrangler, But The Tire Place Guy Says I Will Need To Replace My Spare Mount On The Rear Gate As Well
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected warning from a tire shop sparked a heated Jeep Wrangler debate about whether upgrading to 35-inch tires means you also need a stronger spare tire mount.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Finds Rust Spots After Sticking a Magnet to the Door – Asks, “Did I Permanently Mess Up the Outside of My Cybertruck?”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner removed the magnetic decal he had placed on the truck’s stainless steel door and was surprised to find the surface covered in rust spots. Now, he’s wondering whether he has permanently damaged his Cybertruck.
2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Quail Silver Limited Edition
Why the $200,000 Plus 2026 Corvette ZR1X is Considered a Bargain in Supercar Circles
By Mary Conway on
The 2026 Corvette ZR1X is faster and has more horsepower than some supercars that cost ten times as much!
2022 Honda CR-V
My 2022 Honda CR-V AC Wasn’t Blowing as Cold As Usual, the Dealer Said It’s a Known Issue With the 2022, Now I Have a Brand New AC and 10 Yr Warranty
By Denis Flierl on
A Honda CR-V owner had an issue with her AC, which wasn't blowing cold enough. It had always worked well, but now she discovered that Honda would not only fix it for free but also extend the warranty for 10 years. Here is what CR-V owners need to know.
Ford's Model T Moment
Ford's Model T Moment is a New EV Platform- the First Will be a $30,000 Dollar Midsize Truck
By Mary Conway on
Ford CEO says the new platform will revolutionize the assembly process making EVs more affordable.
DIY Oil Changing is Not Always Encouraged for Car Owners
As a Licensed Mechanic, I Will Never Ever Do My Oil Changes When a Vehicle Is Under Warranty
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s why one professional mechanic says doing your own oil changes under warranty could be the biggest financial mistake car owners make with a new vehicle.
2017 Toyota Highlander
After 2 Failed Transmissions, I Said Goodbye To My Toyota Highlander and Got a Nice Ford Explorer, I’m Glad I’m Off That Crazy Train
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Highlander owner shares her experience with her 2017 Highlander, highlighting two failed transmissions in one year. She's had enough and purchased a 2025 Ford Explorer. What are the issues with the Highlander, and is the Explorer a reliable SUV?
A white Tesla Model Y is parked at a charging station while towing a U-Haul trailer. The scene is in a parking lot under a clear blue sky, conveying a sense of travel.
My Tesla Model Y’s Efficiency Is Terrible When Towing, But at Least the Power Is Way Better Than Anything I’ve Towed With Before
By Aram Krajekian on
A cross-country move with a trailer in tow can reveal a lot about your vehicle. For one Tesla Model Y owner, the journey proved just how towing can swing between frustrating inefficiency and shockingly effortless power.
Mechanic Discusses Truths of Dealership vs Independent Garage Mechanics
Dealership vs. Independent Garage? I Don't Care What Anybody Says…People Are Generally Miserable in the Dealership Setting. They Throw On That Fake Smile, but They're Dying Inside
By Timothy Boyer on
Deciding where to go for car repairs comes down to trust. The pros and cons of working as a mechanic at a dealership vs an independent garage can reveal a lot about the level of service you'll receive as a customer.
2025 Jeep Wagoneer in deep blue, driving on highway at sunset with mountain silhouette, LED headlights glowing
My 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S Conquered 1,100 Miles From St. Louis To Madison And Back With Ease, Free Hotel Charging Was More Convenient Than Dealing With Multiple Charging Apps
By Noah Washington on
He took his new 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S on a 1,100-mile road trip and found the true hero wasn't the vehicle's range or speed, but a free hotel charger that was "more convenient than dealing with multiple charging apps."
White 2026 Kia EV9 SUV driving under highway overpass, angular design with dynamic motion blur
I Delivered A 2026 Kia EV9 2,500 Miles From Oregon To Alaska Through Canada And Never Got Stranded, Despite Some Dicey Charging Situations
By Noah Washington on
A man who just drove a 2026 Kia EV9 to Alaska reveals the hidden challenges of long-distance EV travel, from fighting with the climate control to a charging port on the "wrong side" of the car.
Jake Walski's Tesla Cybertruck and his windshield after it was replaced
I Replaced My Tesla Cybertruck’s Windshield and Now I Have Pretty Bad Wind Noise Over 45 MPH, Tesla Says It’s Normal, But I Disagree
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner replaced his windshield, and now he has significant wind noise as a result. However, Tesla says it's normal for this to happen. Is this an isolated problem with this Cybertruck, or is it a more widespread problem? 
2019 Toyota Tacoma
My 2019 Toyota Tacoma Is at the Dealer For Defective White Paint, But They Gave Me a Corolla Loaner, So If You See Me in My Wife’s Minivan, Mind Yo Business
By Denis Flierl on
The Toyota Tacoma has paint problems, and one owner has had his pickup at the dealer for the paint recall. Now, the Toyota dealer gave him a Corolla for a loaner vehicle while it's in the paint shop. He would rather drive his wife's minivan. 
Lexus LFR GT3 at Goodwood FOS
There Are Two Things I Love About The Lexus LFR, And One Thing That Worries Me
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Lexus LF-A successor raises expectations, but there is one thing about it that boggles the mind.
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