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Here TorqueNews covers the international auto and motor shows.

By Marc Stern on June 13, 2022 - 4:42PM
Ford has recalled a number of Super Duty and other model trucks over an issue with tire safety labeling that violates Federal Motor Vehicle Saftey statues.
By Marc Stern on May 26, 2022 - 12:41PM
Sometimes the similarities between recalls are amazing. For example, a few years ago Takata's exploding airbags made historic news with the auto industry's largest safety recall. Now, though it is far smaller, Hyundai has made similar news this week by recalling 281,000 vehicles to fix exploding seatbelt pretensioners.
By Marc Stern on April 18, 2022 - 5:29PM
Ford has issued a recall to repair the backup cameras in some of its 2022 Transits. The cameras stop working when an upfitter does work on the vehicle.
By Marc Stern on April 15, 2022 - 5:26PM
Although it has seemed to take forever, the impending launch of the Ford F-150 Lightning has been rather quick. As recently as two years ago, the automaker was still teasing the pickup's launch and now it is scheduled for April 26.
By Mary Conway on April 11, 2022 - 9:55PM
Chrysler first debuted the Airflow EV Concept at CES earlier this year. Now, the automaker is showing an updated version.
By Marc Stern on April 10, 2022 - 7:56PM
When the Ford GT 40 MK II team took the track at the 24 Hours of Le Mans no one knew that when the race was completed that the Dearborn automaker would have a 1-2-3 victory sweep. At this year's New York Auto Show, Ford will show a limited-edition GT that honors the 1965 winning team.
By Denis Flierl on April 9, 2022 - 6:46AM
Last year the New York Auto Show was canceled due to COVID, and the 2022 WRX unveiling did not happen. Does Subaru have a surprise reveal this year?
By Marc Stern on February 13, 2022 - 11:06PM
Ford's compact pickup, the Maverick, added another trophy to its award case last week when it won the prestigious MotorWeek Driver's Choice "Best of the Year" honors. It is the second time in two years that Ford has won the honor. Last year, the Mustang Mach-E took the honor.
By Marc Stern on February 10, 2022 - 6:21PM
Ford has developed a new Bronco model that will let you take the Bronco even further off the grid than ever. Ford used the Chicago Auto Show to intro the model.
By Denis Flierl on January 15, 2022 - 6:55AM
What will Subaru's future all-electric program look like when it arrives this year? We get a glimpse at the Tokyo Auto Salon, but the 2023 Subaru Solterra EV STI isn't coming to the U.S. Check out complete details here.
By Denis Flierl on January 14, 2022 - 7:35AM
Subaru uncovered its electric future at the Tokyo Auto Salon, and it's going high-performance. Here is how Subaru enters the all-electric era. Check out the 1073 horsepower STI E-RA.
By James Walker on January 9, 2022 - 8:35PM
Annual showcase of EVs and mobility technology brings offerings from GM, Mercedes, BMW, Sony, and more.
By Marc Stern on December 27, 2021 - 3:06PM
In yet another recall for the F-150, Ford has recalled the pickup to repair the cruise control radar module so that the vehicle's safety systems will work correctly.
By Denis Flierl on December 23, 2021 - 7:03AM
The 2023 Subaru WRX STI preview is coming to the Tokyo Auto Salon. Check out what could be a new all-electric STI here.
By Marc Stern on November 21, 2021 - 6:23PM
At last, the committee running the North American Car and Truck Awards program has its finalists. In a surprise, Ford has two entrants. The entries are not where you think they might be -- electric. Instead, Ford's "back to the future" retro SUV, the Bronco, is one vehicle, while the automaker's innovative compact pickup, the Maverick, is the second. Two of the entrants are from manufacturers that didn't exist three years ago, Lucid and Rivian. Photos Courtesy Ford Motor Co.
By James Walker on November 19, 2021 - 5:35PM
The all-electric Fisker Ocean will cost $37,499 before credits thanks to its use of multiple battery setups.
By James Walker on November 18, 2021 - 3:16PM
Lucid's Air faces stiff competition in its category but could be the first EV to bring home North American Car of the Year.
By Denis Flierl on November 9, 2021 - 12:03PM
Subaru announced the 2023 Solterra all-electric SUV would make its U.S. debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Check out the complete details here.
By Marc Stern on November 2, 2021 - 1:48PM
At this year's Specialty Equipment Manufacturer's Assn. (SEMA), Ford has put together an aggressive display of the ways customization can make a vehicle more fun for an owner as well as making it the owner's special truck.
By Marc Stern on November 1, 2021 - 3:35PM
Working with some of the aftermarket customizing leading firms, Ford has put together a large display of vehicles that shows what customers can do to customize their Mavericks, Rangers, and other models.
By Marc Stern on October 31, 2021 - 2:37PM
Ford's display at this year's SEMA Show, kicking off tomorrow, will feature a huge range of customizations. It not only features its own online offerings, but, it also shows the wares that have been created by customizers that will highlight offerings for customers.
By Marc Stern on October 30, 2021 - 6:09PM
When the SEMA Show kicks off on Monday visitors will see more than 40 must-have creations that will highlight Ford's many accessories for its cars and trucks.
By Armen Hareyan on October 29, 2021 - 8:48PM
Toyota unveils additional information on its first fully electric vehicle, the bZ4X. This SUV is a pioneer within Toyota and its genetics are shared with the Subaru Solterra.
By James Walker on October 29, 2021 - 5:23PM
Near-production ready R1T piloted by Emme Hall and Rebecca Donaghe gives a highly admirable performance to clinch fifth place in the grueling trek through more than 1500 miles of desert.
By Carl Malek on September 28, 2021 - 10:46PM
GM's ongoing push towards EVs is not only focused on satisfying the needs of traditional consumers, but also commercial customers looking to add zero-emissions capability to their supply fleets. GM's BrightDrop commercial division is aiming to fill the void with its lineup of cargo vans and the upstart division has not only revealed their second van model but also confirmed that Verizon will be the first buyer of the new model.
By Peter Neilson on September 27, 2021 - 10:42PM
There are many that knock hybrids claiming they are slow and useless cars. What about a hybrid that dominates the racetrack? The Acura NSX may change your mind on hybrid technology.
By Tinsae Aregay on September 17, 2021 - 11:08AM
Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently addressed the 2021 World New Energy Vehicle Congress in Hainan, China. In his statement, Musk said software will shape the future of the car industry and that Chinese automakers are in the lead.
By Mary Conway on September 15, 2021 - 10:02PM
Denver opened its auto show with an outdoor gala. They are the second city to have their auto show outdoors. We talked with the organizer about why we may see more outdoor venues.
By Denis Flierl on July 27, 2021 - 10:47AM
Subaru of America announced the all-new next-generation 2022 Subaru WRX would make its global reveal at NYIAS. Check out new images and details here.
By Marc Stern on July 22, 2021 - 4:57PM
After a long pandemic-induced hiatus, the Chicago Auto Show emerged early this week with the wares of many automakers. For example, Ford shared the F-150 Lightning, its electric pickup, with the public. And, the automaker also showed its Mustang Mach-E, the wildly popular electric. Meantime, the retro -- and popular -- Ford Bronco Brand was also shown off, while the automaker also shared the compact Maverick pickup with the public.