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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.

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A Few Years From Now These New Advancements Will Give The Average EV The Range Of A Telsa Model 3 LR And The Charging Performance Of A Porsche Taycan
By Chris Johnston on
The next couple of years look very bright for EVs including a lot of cheaper models, standardized charging plugs, exotic batteries, and completely reimagined electrical systems.
Got Some BFGoodrich Tires on My Cybertruck, But Badly Affected The Range, and Yet Not Noisy At all
Got Some BFGoodrich Tires on My Cybertruck, But Badly Affected The Range, and Yet Not Noisy At all
By Armen Hareyan on
An unchecked tire upgrade on a Tesla Cybertruck turned heads for all the right reasons but quietly wrecked the range in a way few owners see coming.
A vibrant green BMW M3 sedan with a sleek design and black accents, showcased on a minimalistic white background.
I Covered My BMW M3's Air Intakes With Bags While Washing It, Then Drove 20 Minutes With the Bags Still On, Now It's Stuck in Limp Mode and Smoking From the Exhaust
By Noah Washington on
Even a powerful BMW G80 M3 can't escape human error. One owner's washing routine led to a smoking exhaust and limp mode, revealing a critical lesson in car care.
A white Ford Mustang Mach-E parked at a Tesla charging station, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
My 2023 Mach-E Premium Has Been My Daily Driver for 18 Months, But Ford's Climate Controls on Touchscreen, Useless Sun Visors, and Missing Steering Wheel Play/Pause Button Still Drive Me Crazy, Here's My Fix-It List
By Noah Washington on
He loves his Ford Mustang Mach-E, but after 18 months, he's still tearing his hair out over shockingly bad sun visors, a laggy touchscreen, and missing basic steering wheel buttons.
I Didn’t Expect My Tesla Cybertruck's Tire Insurance to Be This Expensive at $384, My Model X Only Costs $160
I Didn’t Expect My Tesla Cybertruck Tire Insurance to Be This Expensive at $384, My Model X Only Costs $160
By Aram Krajekian on
This owner thought he was just buying basic tire insurance for his Cybertruck until the number on the receipt made him pause. Here's why that surprising total can still save him money.
A sleek white electric car parked on a snow-covered landscape, surrounded by snow-laden trees under a clear sky.
My 2025 Polestar 2 Feels Nearly Perfect After 24 Hours, Better Rounded Than the Taycan 4S, Model Y, and Lucid Air I Test Drove, But Polestar's Dealer Experience Needs Major Work
By Noah Washington on
He says his 2025 Polestar 2 is "nearly perfected" and "better rounded" than its luxury EV rivals, but warns that Polestar's dealer experience is a brutal downside.
2022 Toyota Corolla
My 2022 Toyota Corolla's Headlight is Out, and the Dealer Wants $1,100 Just for the Part, Plus Another $400 to Replace It. So, This Is Why I Dislike New Cars
By Denis Flierl on
How much does it cost to replace a 2022 Toyota Corolla headlight? 'You don't want to know,' the parts store told Derek when he inquired about replacing it. It could total more than $1,500 for parts and labor. Here is what all Corolla owners need to know. 
Tesla Cybertruck parked near horses with hay bales in rugged mountain landscape at golden hour
My 2025 Cybertruck Dual-Motor Has A Better Interior Than My Model 3, And It's Only 35% Less Efficient Despite Being Much Heavier, Tesla's Engineering Surprised Me
By Noah Washington on
After extensive testing of a 2025 Tesla Cybertruck, an owner reveals its surprising quietness, improved interior, and efficiency that challenges all expectations.
Caterpillar R1600H LHD loader in an underground mine
Ford Motor Company Shuts Down Production Of Its Explorer SUV In Chicago Plant For A Week Due To Rare-Earth Element Shortage
By Chris Johnston on
The trade war and new tariffs led China to reduce exports of magnets made with rare-earth elements. These magnets are critical to production of the Tesla model Y and other vehicles.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says a Calf Figured Out How to Control the A/C in His Truck – Adds “Cow Mode Activated”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that while transporting a calf in his cabin, the animal was able to use its nose to manipulate the touchscreen climate controls and direct the HVAC vents toward itself.
2024 Ram pickup
Thieves Stole 3 Gallons of Gas From My Ram Truck, Now the Dealer Says It’s $2,000 To Fix My Damaged Gas Tank, It’s Infuriating and Frustrating
By Denis Flierl on
If you had thieves steal gas from your vehicle, you know how Marco feels. However, it's much worse for Marco, who owns a Ram pickup. It features a special polyethylene gas tank, which is expensive to replace. Here's what all Ram owners need to know. 
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “After 3 Years of Placing an Order, I Finally Pulled the Trigger With 0% Financing, I Couldn’t Pass It Up,” But There’s a Catch
By Denis Flierl on
If you're considering a new 2025 Tesla Cybertruck, now may be the ideal time to make a purchase. Greg just purchased a CT and got 0% financing. But there was a catch. Here is what Cybertruck owners need to know. Find out what Greg named his new truck. 
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. 
I Just Watched a Dodge Charger Lose Control and Drift Into a Tesla Cybertruck at a Supercharger
I Just Watched a Dodge Charger Lose Control and Drift Into a Tesla Cybertruck at a Supercharger
By Aram Krajekian on
A Dodge Charger tried to flex at a Supercharger, but instead of stealing the spotlight, it became a case study in what not to do.
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.
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