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.

Elon Musk’s 2nd in Command & Tesla’s SVP of Automotive, Tom Zhu, Resigns North America & Europe Duties Amid Ongoing Restructuring – Hints Further Deprioritization of Giga Mexico

By Tinsae Aregay on May 6, 2024 - 11:16AM

Tom Zhu, Tesla’s 2nd in command and the man expected to one day replace Elon Musk as the Tesla CEO, has resigned from his global duties and has returned to China. This move suggests Tesla’s refocus on expanding its current production facilities.

The 10 Best Interiors Under $50K And The Subaru That Shocked The Judges

By Denis Flierl on May 6, 2024 - 9:53AM

It’s hard to believe that a Subaru model made Autotrader’s ten best interiors for 2024. See why the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek shocked me and the judges.

2024 GMC Canyon AT4X EAV Edition Opinions - Surprisingly Great In Unexpected Ways

By John Goreham on May 6, 2024 - 9:03AM

We had a chance to test the 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X off-road midsized pickup and were surprised by its on-road capabilities.

The Lexus SC430 looks even more elegant with the top down

Awesome Japanese Cars That Are Dirt-Cheap And Under The Radar

By Dimitar Angelov on May 6, 2024 - 8:43AM

These Japanese models from Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi, and other are understated and still affordable while giving the JDM icons a run for their money.

The Subaru Ascent Decline, The Remodel Better Be Good

By Denis Flierl on May 6, 2024 - 7:21AM

Why have sales of the 2024 Subaru Ascent dropped again? With another drop in April, I'll explore why customers are avoiding the 3-row SUV. And when is the new next-generation Ascent coming?

Elon Musk And Tesla Show Off Fully Autonomous Robots Doing Factory Labor Tasks: Around 12 Tesla Bots Shown Being Trained

By Jeremy Johnson on May 5, 2024 - 4:27PM

Elon Musk and Tesla are showing off the latest Tesla bot, doing factory labor tasks, from full trained software using a neural net.

A Woman Seen Relieved After Her Tesla Model Y Rolls Over 7 Times & Jumps Over Several Vehicles on the Air – Video Captures the Horrifying Accident & Shows Why Teslas Are the Safest Vehicles

By Tinsae Aregay on May 5, 2024 - 9:11AM

A video shows a Model Y in a rollover accident, flying over several vehicles on a city street. Luckily, the passengers only sustained minor injuries, with one occupant even seen using his smartphone while still inside the wrecked Model Y.

Hybrid Shoppers Beware, The 5 Most Expensive Hybrids Per 1000 Miles Driven

By Denis Flierl on May 5, 2024 - 6:48AM

Hybrid models are a hot car segment with shoppers. But which models are most and least cost-effective? Check out this report, and it may surprise you.

New Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness Breaks Free For A Minute

By Denis Flierl on May 5, 2024 - 6:11AM

The Crosstrek isn't the sales performance leader but came in third in April. See why the Crosstrek breaks free with the new Wilderness trim level and where it would be without it.

2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT - Porsche Newsroom Official

The Taycan Turbo GT: Porsche Perfecting the Four-Door EV Sports Car

By Bhavik Sreenath on May 4, 2024 - 11:14PM

The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT proves that EVs can be thrilling. Porsche's electric masterpiece offers mind-bending performance and a driving experience that rivals the best ICE sports cars.

Warren Buffett On Tesla FSD: Good For Society, Bad For Insurance Companies - He Could Be Tesla's Next Big Investor

By Jeremy Johnson on May 4, 2024 - 5:35PM

Warren Buffett just mentioned Tesla in the Berskhire annual meeting, citing the reduction in accidents due to Tesla's full self-driving tech. It's good for society, bad for insurance companies.

2024 Tesla Model 3 Review & Buyer's Guide

By Timothy Boyer on May 4, 2024 - 3:40PM

Is the Tesla Model 3 the best electric vehicle model to buy? An automotive expert weighs in on the pros and cons he found when it comes to owning Tesla’s newest Model 3.

Money Saving Hybrids Recommended by Consumer Reports

Best Hybrid SUVs for Less Than $35,000

By Timothy Boyer on May 4, 2024 - 10:52AM

Here’s the latest update toward choosing a great SUV that is both fuel-efficient and reliable with Consumer Reports new listing of the best Hybrid SUVs for under $35,000.

The Best Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid SUVs Recommended

Best Hybrid SUVs That Cost $35,000 to $45,000

By Timothy Boyer on May 4, 2024 - 9:02AM

Here is what Consumer Reports analysts have to say about which Hybrid SUVs are the proven best within a price range of $35,000 to $45,000 right now!

With The Subaru Outback It’s Too Little Too Late

By Denis Flierl on May 4, 2024 - 8:55AM

The 2024 Subaru Outback is now Subaru of America's third best-selling model. See what happened in April and why it's too little too late for the midsize SUV.

Subaru Is Betting Its Future On Being Smarter Than Toyota

By Denis Flierl on May 4, 2024 - 6:34AM

When Subaru announced they would drop the Legacy sedan, I was not surprised. Here's why Subaru is betting they are smarter than its partner Toyota.

Elon Musk: Coming Soon, Your Tesla Will Take You To Your Destination And Park Automatically, Unless You Ask It Otherwise

By Jeremy Johnson on May 4, 2024 - 1:51AM

Elon Musk just announced that soon, your Tesla will take you to your destination and park automatically, unless you ask it otherwise.

Tesla To Offer Unlock 40 to 60 Miles of Range For Recent Purchases Of Model Y RWD, Upping Range to 320 Miles - Awaiting Regulatory Approval

Tesla To Offer Unlock Of 40 to 60 Miles of Range For Recent Purchases Of Model Y RWD, Upping Range to 320 Miles - Awaiting Regulatory Approval

By Jeremy Johnson on May 3, 2024 - 10:57PM

Tesla is about to give unlock to those with a recent Model Y RWD purchase, upping the range to 320 miles of range from 260 miles of range, depending on battery chemistry.

Chevy Blazer's Interior vs Tesla Model Y

Chevy Offers Tesla Drivers To Defect To GM's EV Blazer, But Would Be Better To Make The Offer To Silverado and Ram

By Armen Hareyan on May 3, 2024 - 10:14AM

Chevrolet offers a $4,000 conquest bonus for current Tesla owners (amongst other EVs), who switch to the 2024 Blazer EV. I have a hard time believing Tesla owners will defect to Chevy, but the Blazer EV has an advantage over the Model Y.

Car Brands With The Most Speeding Tickets, The 10 Worst Offenders

By Denis Flierl on May 3, 2024 - 9:17AM

Which car brands have the most speeding tickets? Here are ten of the worst offenders. Is your car brand on the list?

What Would Subaru Do Without The Forester?

By Denis Flierl on May 3, 2024 - 6:34AM

Subaru of America would be in trouble without the Subaru Forester compact SUV. Check out the current and recent sales performance of Subaru's hottest model and then see where it's going next.

2024 Toyota Tundra can tow up to 12,000 pounds in hybridt trim

According To Owners, The 2024 Toyota Tundra Isn't That Fuel-efficient

By Dimitar Angelov on May 3, 2024 - 4:00AM

The 2024 Toyota Tundra is thirstier than some owners expected when used for towing.

Kia's Sets New Monthly EV Sales Record, But It's Not Enough To Turn Around Declining Sales Overall

By Justin Hart on May 3, 2024 - 3:45AM

April 2024 saw Kia’s best ever monthly sales total for electric vehicles (EVs) in the US, led by the EV6 and EV9 models. As exciting as that may be for fans of Kia’s EVs, the news was somewhat disappointing when we look at Kia’s overall US sales.

China's Map Data Is Distorted - Why Tesla Getting FSD Approved and Partnering With Baidu Solves It

By Jeremy Johnson on May 2, 2024 - 11:55PM

There is a map distortion issue in China, and this would be a problem for Tesla had they not gotten FSD approved and struck a mapping deal with Baidu.

Stunning Quicksilver Color For Tesla Model Y Available in U.S. Color Black Reduced In Price By $500

By Jeremy Johnson on May 2, 2024 - 10:48PM

The stunning quicksilver color for the Model Y is now available in the U.S. Tesla also reduced the color of the black Model Y by $500 to $1,500.

Jeep Draws Record Number of 4x4s to Jeep Beach 2024

By Mary Conway on May 2, 2024 - 9:19PM

Jeep estimates over 230,000 people and 40,000 Jeep 4x4s attended the ten day event.

The Worst Apple Accessory for Your New Car

By Timothy Boyer on May 2, 2024 - 8:49PM

Believe it or not, one of the worst accessories you can put in your new car is made by Apple.

Image of Chevy Bolt charging by John Goreham

U.S. Dept. of Energy Exaggerates EV Energy Savings - Here’s How

By John Goreham on May 2, 2024 - 2:55PM

Your new car window sticker and the U.S. government’s official website for fuel economy both exaggerate the energy cost savings from EVs. Here’s how it happens.

Tesla Stock’s Incredible 5-Day $170 Billion (37%) Rise Immediately Reverses to a $57 Billion Loss After Jim Cramer Gives Elon Musk a Stump of Approval – “Inverse Cramer” Strikes Again

By Tinsae Aregay on May 2, 2024 - 10:41AM

Following a stellar Q1 earnings call by Elon Musk and his team, Tesla stock has risen by an incredible $170 billion (37%) in just five days. However, Tesla has reversed that trend and lost $57 billion after CNBC host Jim Cramer praised Elon Musk.

First Week In I Had An Accident, My Subaru Outback Took Over, Saved Our Bacon

By Denis Flierl on May 2, 2024 - 7:17AM

How does Subaru EyeSight work? Is it a safety feature you need, and how can it help if you have an accident? Check out the Consumer Reports data here and one customer's testimony.

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