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News Opinion

Opinion on auto industry news. Opinion on cars and new vehicles.

By Kevin Meyn on
The difference between Hyundai and Kia isn’t vast; however, some characteristics distinguish the two brands.
By Kevin Meyn on
We go through a philosophical discussion on what true luxury is and if Hyundai makes the cut. Hyundai’s new cars have been splendid, and its luxury arm Genesis seems promising as well.


By Kevin Meyn on
Hyundai’s N performance division represents a significant market which not many car manufacturers focus on but is still essential, the enthusiasts. Its true SUVs dominate new car sales; however, we will be discussing why performance-oriented cars even matter and should continue to matter.
By Kevin Meyn on
If you love luxury, the Hyundai Equus will swarm you in it. A used Hyundai Equus might be the used-car bargain of the decade.
By Kevin Meyn on
Hyundai is a company that has done a 180 in terms of the products it produces. We are about to see just how far Hyundai cars have come.
By Peter Neilson on
Sending a kid to college can be a scary thing. If you plan to put your new graduate in a car, make sure it is a Toyota Prius.
By Eric Evarts on
Fiat Chrysler resisted the temptation to control its own system and instead built on the best tools of others for the new UConnect 5 system in the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica minivan.
By John Goreham on
We are tire-crazy here at Torque News. Despite loving tires, won’t don’t like tire stores. Here is our report on a mobile tire service.
By Eric Evarts on
The EPA's own cost-benefit analysis of its plan to roll back planned fuel-economy increases shows it may not save consumers any money, according to an examination by Consumer Reports.
By John Goreham on
The Acura Legend is well, a legend. Here’s why we miss the Acura Legend.
By John Goreham on
Here is why one experienced car tester says that only the Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider are improved by a stick shift.
By John Goreham on
CNN has cast Elon Musk as a breaker of promises over a ventilator delivery promise. Did Musk deliver or not? Here’s what we know.
By Marc Stern on
With F-150 loan terms, many times, at 84 months, it is time to look to see if it is a deal or a drudge. At 84 months, not only the length of time for the loan but also its ultimate cost may have you scratching your head.
By Peter Neilson on
With everyone staying inside for the foreseeable future here is one simple thing you can learn about your Toyota Prius.
By John Goreham on
The Mazda Miata is the best dream car in the world. Here's why.
By Eric Evarts on
EPA announced rolled-back fuel-economy standards today, despite best advice from experts. The lower standards are expected to undermine U.S. competitives
By Eric Evarts on
Falling reliability means Honda is no longer interchangeable with Toyota at the top of Consumer Reports' reliability ratings.
By Peter Neilson on
Call me strange, but there are some things on my Prius that when they happen are very satisfying.
By John Goreham on
The Toyota Sienna and Honda Odyssey minivans make great used vehicles. However, some years are troublesome according to owner reports. Here's which are the nest years and which to avoid.
By John Goreham on
Tesla’s stock has dropped 62% in one month. How will Tesla hang on if a deep recession is ahead?
By John Goreham on
We compare used Honda Accords to used Toyota Camry cars in model years 2017, 2013, and 2010 to see which owners report as being the most reliable. Here are the results.
By Peter Neilson on
Do not get me wrong, I love my 2008 Prius. However, there is one thing that absolutely drives me crazy. Here is what it is and what the real-world repair cost looks like.
By John Goreham on
The Honda Accord can be a great used car buy. Here’s a rundown on the years and trims to avoid.
By John Goreham on
We explore the real-world costs of a Honda Civic to see if the myth of rapidly rising car prices is true or busted.
By John Goreham on
The largest automaker on the planet has one of the smallest green footprints in New England. We spot an e-Golf electric vehicle.
By Peter Neilson on
The Toyota Prius is a great feat of technology that there is no doubt. However, the car is showing some age and it is time for a few modern updates.
By John Goreham on
The Toyota FJ Cruiser is a vehicle we miss. Here's why.
By John Goreham on
Toyota has had quality issues with its Super White and Blizzard Pearl paint colors on multiple vehicles. Here's the scoop and why you may want to pick another color if you are shopping for a used Toyota.
By John Goreham on
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV could be so much better with a few tweaks. Here is what we like about the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander plug-in hybrid EV and what can be improved.
By John Goreham on
We have just tested the new 2020 Nissan Sentra and liked it more than some $60K sports sedans. Here's why.