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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.

I'm Ready To Buy a 3rd Tesla Model S, But These Changes Are Insignificant And a Great Disappointment
I'm Ready To Buy a 3rd Tesla Model S, But These Changes Are Insignificant And a Great Disappointment
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected Tesla Model S refresh just left a loyal three-time buyer seriously questioning whether it's still worth the price.
I Drove the 2025 Nissan Rogue Platinum AWD and Didn’t Expect This One Feeling to Stick With Me
I Drove the 2025 Nissan Rogue Platinum AWD and Didn’t Expect This One Feeling to Stick With Me
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2025 Nissan Rogue Platinum delivered an unexpected sense of luxury and calm that made me rethink what a compact SUV should feel like.
2025 Audi Q5 Sportback at the dealer
An Audi Dealer Scammed Me Out Of A 2025 Q5 Sportback, Then Switched Me To A Completely Different Car, So, I Immediately Left and Bought A Mercedes
By Denis Flierl on
What happens when you don't treat customers right? They leave and go across the street to your competitor. Jenna was ready to buy a 2025 Audi Q5 but was lied to by the salesperson. So, she went to Mercedes. Here is how Audi lost a paying customer. 
Best Cars and SUVs List is Not Just Toyota and Lexus Models Shows Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports Best Deals on 10 Fuel-Efficient Cars and SUVs
By Timothy Boyer on
Save gas and money on these models recommended by Consumer Reports automotive experts.
A black electric truck with an open front trunk displaying a scooter sits beside a gray electric truck in a parking lot.
My F-150 Lightning Platinum Has the Most Comfortable Ride of Any EV I've Driven After Testing Tesla, Rivian R1T, and GMC Sierra EV, But Ford's Charging Speeds and Native Software Still Can't Match the Competition
By Noah Washington on
The 2023 F-150 Lightning Platinum beats rivals in comfort and build quality, but its charging speeds and native software are still holding Ford back.
A sleek, grey Hummer EV pickup truck parked in front of a modern, minimalist grey wall, showcasing its bold design and large tires.
My 2025 Hummer EV Was Incredible, But The Factory-Installed I-Bars Were Incorrectly Positioned Causing Roof Leaks and Now I'm Fighting GM in Court After Months of Monthly Dealership Visits
By Noah Washington on
He loved his 2025 Hummer EV, until a factory defect caused roof leaks and a legal battle with GM.
My 2020 Ford Explorer Needs a Transmission Rebuild at Just 62,000 Miles, But the 2025 Active Loaner Left Me Wanting More Tech and Comfort
My 2020 Ford Explorer Needs a Transmission Rebuild at Just 62,000 Miles, But the 2025 Active Loaner Left Me Wanting More Tech and Comfort
By Aram Krajekian on
One owner took his Explorer in for a transmission rebuild, but it was the unexpected loaner that left a lasting impression and made him question what really matters in a daily driver.
2023 Toyota Tacoma
I Hate My 2023 Toyota Tacoma, It’s Underpowered, Uncomfortable, the Transmission is Awful, and the AC Isn’t Cold Above 80, I’m Buying A Tundra
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine owning a truck with which you have a love-hate relationship. That's what Andre says about his 2023 Toyota Tacoma pickup. He's ready to get rid of it and buy a Tundra truck, which potentially has engine problems. What would you do in his situation?
My 2025 Tesla Model 3 Left the Service Center But the App Still Thinks It’s There, Now I’m Unable to Use Any Mobile Controls
My 2025 Tesla Model 3 Left the Service Center, But the App Still Thinks It’s There, Now I’m Unable to Use Any Mobile Controls
By Aram Krajekian on
Most car owners leave the service center expecting everything to work, not to find their app still convinced the car is still inside the shop. Here's how one simple error left this Tesla driver stuck in what felt like digital limbo.
2025 Ford F-150 Lobo
Ford Creates a New Sinister Look for its 2025 F-150 Lobo Street Truck
By Mary Conway on
After the success of the 2025 Maverick Lobo trim, Ford is giving the F-150 a similar makeover.
The Coming World Of Autonomous Cars Rendered By Gemini
Farewell, Driveway Clutter: Tesla's Robotaxi Revolution and the Impending Demise of Car Ownership (Finally!)
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla's imminent Robotaxi launch is poised to render personal car ownership obsolete by offering a cost-effective, on-demand autonomous mobility solution that negates the expense and idleness of private vehicles, fundamentally reshaping transportation.
Fiat Battery Swap Rendered By Gemini
The Ample Fiat 500e: A Swift Swap for the Electric Age – Redefining Convenience
By Rob Enderle on
Fiat's partnership with Ample for the 500e's battery swap could revolutionize EV recharging, making it faster and more convenient for affordable urban vehicles by overcoming past hesitations and concerns about battery degradation.
White Nissan LEAF in front of DMV office
I’m Only Putting About 1500 Miles On My 2016 Nissan LEAF This Year But Have To Pay $225 More For Vehicle Registration Because It’s Electric
By Chris Johnston on
Electric vehicle registration fees are increasing in many states as governments seek to replace lost gasoline tax revenue.
2024 Kia Sorento
I Just Sold My Kia Soul To the Kia Dealer, Because My Little State Farm Beacon Buddy, Tracks Everything That I Do In My New Kia Sorento
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Kia Sorento buyer says the only way she could afford to buy the new car was to get a Beacon from State Farm that lowered her insurance enough for her to afford the higher car payment. Is this a new trend in car sales or an isolated incident?
A sleek red Toyota sedan parked in an urban setting with modern skyscrapers and palm trees in the background.
My 2025 Camry XSE Has Flawless Adaptive Cruise Control That Saved Me During a 2,000-Mile Texas-to-Florida Road Trip, But Apple CarPlay Disconnects Every Single Time I Start the Engine
By Noah Washington on
A 2,000-mile road trip hero, yet a daily tech headache. This 2025 Camry XSE owner reveals how advanced safety features saved him, but a persistent Apple CarPlay glitch frustrates every drive.
Toyota Highlander Wrecked Front 3_4 Quarters
My Toyota Dealer's Free Pickup Service is Incredibly Convenient, But Their Driver Just Totaled My Highlander on the Way to Service, Now They're Offering Me $7K and the GM Says He's "Happy to Help" Without Saying How
By Noah Washington on
A "convenient" service ended in disaster. This Toyota Dealer's driver totaled his Highlander, and now the dealership is trying to lowball him with a $7K offer and unclear "help."
Tesla Model Y Juniper being towed away after brake issues
Tesla Has Confirmed My Tesla Model Y Juniper Had a Firmware Glitch That Prevented Me From Regen Braking, Friction Braking, or Using the Parking Brake - Here’s What You Should Know If Your Model Y Has Braking Issues - Update
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases Tesla Model Y Juniper owner, N.P., who has offered Torque News a full account of the brake issues he experienced with his Model Y Juniper. Here’s what every Model Y Juniper owner with any kind of braking issue should know.
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Has the Best Reliability Score of 4 Recommended Hybrid Models
The Best Hybrid SUVs for Less Than $35,000 Recommended by Consumer Reports
By Timothy Boyer on
Here's the latest update on choosing a great SUV that's both fuel-efficient and reliable, courtesy of Consumer Reports' new listing of the best Hybrid SUV models priced under $35,000.
My GMC Sierra EV's Touchscreen with Numbers
Just Hit 10K on My GMC Sierra EV, And While Fit and Finish Issues Have Also Plagued This Truck, This Thing Is a Road Trip Powerhouse
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected 10,000-mile owner review of the GMC Sierra EV reveals why this truck is both a road trip hero and an unlikeable rattle machine you might still want to drive across the country.
My 2025 Kia K4 Started Smoking and Leaking Oil After Service, And the Way the Dealer’s Responding Makes Me Think They’re Hiding Serious Damage
My 2025 Kia K4 Started Smoking and Leaking Oil After Service, And the Way the Dealer’s Responding Makes Me Think They’re Hiding Serious Damage
By Aram Krajekian on
Imagine your car starts smoking after a routine oil change, and the dealer’s first request is to not fill out the service survey. Here’s why that one request might reveal more than they intended.
Michael's 2023 Toyota Tundra
My 2023 Toyota Tundra’s Engine Started Knocking at 30K Miles, and I’m 2 Months Outside the Recall, Now the Dealer Says I Can’t Get a New Engine
By Denis Flierl on
How many Toyota Tundra owners are getting a new engine, and are some outside the recall window? According to Aaron, the owner of a 2023 Tundra, the dealer states that they cannot provide a new engine and will only repair it. What owners need to know now.
2028 Toyota GR Celica mid-engine AI-generated
New Updates Paint The Toyota Celica As A Mid-Engine Track Slayer
By Dimitar Angelov on
Fans of Japanese sports cars are eagerly awaiting the rebirth of the Toyota Celica and exciting new bits of information just arrived from Japan.
Consumer Reports Best SUVs Focuses on Ford Models
Ford Dominates the Best Deals on New SUVs You Can Buy Right Now
By Timothy Boyer on
Choose a great SUV at an incentive-reduced price, as per Consumer Reports' recently released list of recommendations for the best new SUV choices available today, which includes 5 Ford models.
Image of an electric vehicle battery pack
My LFP Powered BYD Seal Is Getting To 60 MPH In 3.8 Seconds With 310 Miles+ Range
By Chris Johnston on
Tesla continues to lead the industry with it’s Model 3 battery technology, but BYD is gaining ground. The Tesla Model 3 has two types of battery technology options. There are advantages to both battery types.
Toyota Highlander needs four tires if one is damaged
A Tire On My AWD Toyota Highlander Suddenly Went Flat On the Highway and the Sidewall Is Now Destroyed Making Me Upset That I Have to Spend $1,000 to Buy 4 New Tires Now
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase Toyota Highlander owner B.M., who has lost one tire and now is fearful she will need to buy a set of four since her car is all-wheel drive. Let’s see if this is true or not, and what options are available to her.
Hybrid SUVs Consumer Reports Recommend Today
Consumer Reports Best New Hybrid SUVs That Cost $35,000 to $45,000
By Timothy Boyer on
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 that offers the best choice between gasoline and electric vehicles.
Tesla Model Y Juniper brake image courtesy of Tesla, Inc.
The Brakes On My New Tesla Model Y Juniper Failed as I Approached a Roundabout and Tesla Says It Must Have Been Accidental, But Now I Have Heard This Is a Known Fault - Part 1
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases Tesla owner N.P., who reports that he has had an apparent brake failure while driving a new Model Y. Let’s look with some skepticism into this issue and see if it's a real failure and if it is a “known fault.”
2022 Toyota RAV4
The Toyota Dealer Wants $300 To Clean My 2022 Toyota RAV4’s Induction System, But My 30K Service Doesn’t Say I Need It, I Think It’s a Scam
By Denis Flierl on
Do you need an induction service cleaning for your Toyota RAV4? Jason says the Toyota dealer says he needs it done. But it's not listed in the 30K service menu. Is it a scam, like Jason thinks, or is it a legitimate service performed by the dealer?  
Image shows a Hyundai Ioniq 5 charging at a Tesla Supercharger
I Have a Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Received My Tesla Supercharger Adapter but I’m Stunned to Discover the Cables Are Super Short and Now I am Wondering if All Tesla Supercharger Stations Are Useless To Me - Help
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner S.C., who is dismayed to discover that Tesla superchargers have cords that make it almost impossible to charge the car. Here's what fellow owners say about how to adapt to and overcome this challenge.
Two sleek, modern electric cars in white and dark tones parked against a scenic sunset backdrop, showcasing elegant design features.
My $131K Lucid Air GT Has the Smoothest Suspension I've Ever Experienced, But Takes 60 Seconds to Unlock Every Time, Lucid Says "It's Intentional" and Now I'm Looking at a Porsche Taycan
By Noah Washington on
Despite its luxurious ride and incredible power, this $131K Lucid Air GT is plagued by a 60-second unlock delay and other software glitches, leaving its owner ready to jump to a Taycan.
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