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Readers' Rides

These are the vehicles of TorqueNews readers. If you want to have your car, truck or SUV featured here on TorqueNews, send us some pictures and information on your vehicle to THIS EMAIL and your ride might end up on this page.

By Dimitar Angelov on May 19, 2025 - 5:40AM
Is Nissan's poor reliability exaggerated? Opinions vary, but this Rogue serves its owner faithfully and drives like new most of its original parts.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 14, 2025 - 2:20AM
One Toyota Camry owner claims her hybrid sedan can't live up to the EPA ratings. Car trouble, driver error, or something else?
By Aram Krajekian on May 13, 2025 - 8:58PM
This Model S owner picked up the most expensive car he’d ever owned, but instead of celebration, it kicked off a cycle of repairs, disbelief, and service center returns raising real questions about what luxury should actually feel like.
By Narek Hareyan on May 12, 2025 - 6:36PM
A sudden gust of wind misaligned our Rivian’s door, but it was the repair quote that really blew me away and made me question what actually went wrong.
By Narek Hareyan on May 12, 2025 - 5:58PM
He took his 2023 Bolt EV on a flawless road trip, but when the MyChevrolet app stopped working the moment he got home, it left him wondering if he could ever trust it again, and now he’s asking the community what to do next.
By Narek Hareyan on May 8, 2025 - 6:26PM
Everyone talks about Rivian service nightmares, but this owner got his R1T back in just 3.5 days, with every issue fixed and communication that actually impressed him.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 5, 2025 - 3:15AM
Some car flippers will try to get creative when selling you a car to make a larger profit. Here's my experience from when I went to test-drive a car I was interested in.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 1, 2025 - 6:39AM
While some people think it's normal, more and more Lexus GX550 owners complain from a jerky transmission.
By Aram Krajekian on April 30, 2025 - 5:51AM
This 2000 Lexus LX 470 made it nearly 400,000 miles before finally breaking down. And the way it happened might just be the strongest proof that Lexus builds vehicles meant to outlast the rest.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 30, 2025 - 4:28AM
Certain Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Models May Experience Steering Issues, But Luckily, There Is A Solution.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 25, 2025 - 8:58AM
Corner-balancing the Supra could be squeezing the absolute most out of your platform or a pointless exercise, depending on who you ask.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 24, 2025 - 8:21AM
If you have a Toyota SUV or pickup truck powered by the 2.4-liter i-Force engine, you will be pleasantly surprised.
By Aram Krajekian on April 23, 2025 - 4:42AM
Jared’s Sonata has been in the family since it was brand new. But after four engine failures, here’s why his experience says a lot about Hyundai’s lingering engine issues and what owners should watch for.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 22, 2025 - 5:23AM
The saga with Hyundai and Kia's Theta engines continues, and one 2017 Sorento owner may have to resort to alternative means to resolve a severe oil-consumption issue.
By Narek Hareyan on April 14, 2025 - 4:32PM
I road-tripped my RT1 into the heart of the desert and found a stunning Rivian charging oasis so beautiful, and expensive, it changed how I see EV travel forever.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 9, 2025 - 9:02AM
Nissan Z owner is worried that his car's coolant temperature went up slightly during slow driving. Apparently, Nissan has done something very few carmakers do.
By Narek Hareyan on April 8, 2025 - 2:53PM
A mysterious popcorn-popping sound from the front of a Chevy Bolt left one owner and his mechanic completely stumped, and what he discovered has every EV driver wondering if their car might be next.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 7, 2025 - 11:58AM
While Lexus models are champions in retaining value, here's why this owner decided to trade-in his GX550 Luxury+ for an older, German premium SUV.
By Narek Hareyan on April 2, 2025 - 3:36PM
What started as a simple fix for a suspension noise turned my lifted Ram 2500 into a white-knuckle steering nightmare, and what I uncovered next might save your truck from the same fate.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 2, 2025 - 8:39AM
Ghosts in the car? No, but one owner got a slight fright after her RAV4's fuel level gauge suddenly changed its readout.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 2, 2025 - 4:50AM
If you want to get your hands on a driver-focused Nissan Z, one dealership has what you need, for under MSRP.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 31, 2025 - 6:04AM
One owner showcases how you can get the most out of your Toyota RAV4 ownership. 
By Armen Hareyan on March 28, 2025 - 2:50PM
A brand-new Cybertruck, a son’s heartfelt decision, and a father who spent his life giving to others. This is the kind of story that restores your faith in love, gratitude, and the joy of giving.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 28, 2025 - 1:04PM
Some Nissan Z owners wonder if their sports cars don't have a transmission issue, as many report notchiness, and some even claim their manual transmission grinds on third gear.
By Narek Hareyan on March 27, 2025 - 9:51PM
I'm seriously tempted to buy a Chevy Silverado with nearly 200,000 miles, but there's one crucial thing holding me back, and I need your advice.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 27, 2025 - 8:53AM
A Toyota dealership tried to charge a 2025 Toyota Tundra owner for a minor issue that should fall under warranty.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 25, 2025 - 12:12PM
Fellow Aston Martin owners and enthusiasts chime in with sollutions as this 2015 V-8 Vantage experiences a long-standind issue.
By Narek Hareyan on March 24, 2025 - 10:24PM
A casual Facebook scroll turned my Chevy Bolt's navigation routine upside down, now my EV road trips feel easier, smarter, and far less stressful.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 24, 2025 - 8:50AM
A Toyota dealer tastefully modifies the J250 Land Cruiser with features it should have come from the factory.
By Narek Hareyan on March 21, 2025 - 8:49PM
This Amazon Studios-branded Rivian R1S towing a mobile electric powerplant could revolutionize film production, silent, clean energy on the move! But does towing the power source defeat its purpose? Let’s dive in