Automotive News

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.

Today, I Used The Cybertruck To Bumper Tow My 10K Trash-Trailer For a Dump Run - Best Towing Experience I've Ever Had

By Jeremy Johnson on July 26, 2024 - 4:50PM

I understand that the Cybertruck is considered a "pickup truck" and not a heavy-duty towing truck. However, my experience with the Cybertruck was the best bumper-towing experience l've ever had.

This 2022 Toyota Tundra is being hauled away to dealership because of engine failure

Toyota Can Fix Its Costly Mistake By Offering Its Tundras a Non-Turbo Towing Engine Option

By Armen Hareyan on July 26, 2024 - 11:46AM

Toyota's costly mistake is leaving some owners in the lurch, but the "turbo disaster" can be fixed if the carmaker offers Tundra buyers a non-turbo towing engine option.

I Changed My Futuristic Tesla Cybertruck “Cyber Wheels” to the Unsightly Core Wheels & Pirelli Scorpion Tires, & My Range Increased to 377 Miles

By Tinsae Aregay on July 26, 2024 - 11:09AM

A Tesla Cybertruck owner who swapped out the beautiful Cyber Wheels shipped with his truck for the optional Core Wheels and Pirelli tires found that his Cybertruck efficiency improved by 14%, giving him an extra 45 miles of range.

34,000 Miles In, My Tundra's Engine Fails, But Toyota Is Giving White Glove Treatment

By Armen Hareyan on July 26, 2024 - 11:07AM

One man's battle with a broken-down Tundra and Toyota's promise to make things right.

Subaru Customers Can Battle High Prices With 3 Top Picks

By Denis Flierl on July 26, 2024 - 9:11AM

Feeling the pinch of high car prices? Subaru customers have a savvy solution buying older models. According to a recent iSeeCars report, Subaru has three of the best-value options. Discover these wallet-friendly picks this summer.

Image of 2026 Honda Passport courtesy of Honda

Honda Passport Lives On - Refresh Coming in 2026

By John Goreham on July 26, 2024 - 8:55AM

One of our favorite five-passenger SUVs will continue on. Here’s what we want to see in the 2026 Honda Passport.

CR’s 5 Most Reliable, Fuel-Efficient 2-Row SUVs, Subaru Outback Ranks #1 Now

By Denis Flierl on July 26, 2024 - 6:23AM

Which are the most reliable fuel-efficient new midsize 2-Row SUVs now? Check out the updated Consumer Reports ranking of the five best picks. There are more reasons why the Subaru Outback is CR's #1 best summer pick. Find them here.

Three Issues I Encountered While Pulling a Trailer With My Cybertruck from SoCal to Texas in 4 Days

By Armen Hareyan on July 25, 2024 - 6:05PM

He conquered 3,000 miles in four days with his new Tesla Cybertruck and trailer in tow and identified three unexpected challenges despite ending up with more range than expected.

2024 Mercedes AMG GLC 43 Review - A Racecar In SUV Clothing

By John Goreham on July 25, 2024 - 5:56PM

We review the AMG GLC 43 SUV, which is trying very hard to be a racecar.

It's Not Just Car Dealership Scam You Need to Worry About

Our Daughter's First Car Scam Experience

By Timothy Boyer on July 25, 2024 - 3:53PM

Even a famous car mechanic’s daughter is not immune to used car scams. Here’s how a daughter’s first car she bought on her own almost became a legally binding scam experience―from someone other than the dealership.

This Is It - FSD 12.5 Is The Beginning of Tesla's Driverless Robotaxis

By Jeremy Johnson on July 25, 2024 - 3:29PM

Tesla's FSD 12.5 is releasing to customers and the videos are remarkable. This is the beginning of Tesla's driverless robotaxis.

Lucid Gravity front interior and infotainment touchscreen

He Owns Lucid Air and Says He Is So Glad Lucid Gravity Isn't The Company's First Offering

By Armen Hareyan on July 25, 2024 - 3:06PM

Two days ago when we saw the 1st pre-production Lucid Gravity dropping into the general assembly one excited Lucid enthusiast said Lucid Gravity should have been the company's first offering. But the reply I heard baffled me, and yet it was so true.

It’s Not Just On The Trail Where Subaru Is Active

By Denis Flierl on July 25, 2024 - 10:13AM

Subaru Foresters, Crosstreks, and Outbacks aren't just for the mountain trail; they are great vehicles on another playground. Find out what Subaru initiative helps save lives.

Ford Is Breaking EV Sales Experience Stereotypes By Living Electric

By John Goreham on July 25, 2024 - 9:43AM

We take a deep dive into how one of America’s top manufacturers of EVs has turned around the EV buying experience in partnership with its dealers.

Looking Forward To 2026, 4 New Subaru Models To Get Excited About

By Denis Flierl on July 25, 2024 - 5:59AM

You should wait another year because there are four new Subaru models for enthusiasts to be excited about. They are all new from the ground up and should be top sellers for the Camden, N.J. automaker. Check them out here.

I Unfortunately Killed a Deer Going 50 Mph in My Tesla Cybertruck – I’m the 3rd Cybertruck Owner to Run Over a Deer With My Shiny, Silent, Stainless Steel Truck

By Tinsae Aregay on July 25, 2024 - 5:54AM

A Tesla Cybertruck owner driving to a lake in Pennsylvania shares that he hit a deer at 50 mph, and the deer instantly died. This is the third Cybertruck-deer collision report we have recorded in as many weeks; the Cybertruck might be confusing deers.

My Beloved Tundra Turned Me Into a Turbocharged Skeptic

People Have Put Millions Of Miles on This Toyota Tundra Drivetrain and Disillusioned By Turbocharged Nightmare

By Armen Hareyan on July 24, 2024 - 11:00PM

Millions of miles trusted, replaced by a turbocharged mystery - is the new Toyota Tundra a towing triumph or a fuel-efficient flop?

The Reality Of Modern Car Repair is Why You Should Consider Buying an Older Used Model

By Timothy Boyer on July 24, 2024 - 5:01PM

Here’s an excellent demonstration and compelling argument of why you should not buy a new car when an older model will save you more money today…and even more money further down the road.

5 More Hidden Features In The All-New 2025 Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl on July 24, 2024 - 2:51PM

Discover the five exclusive hidden features on the all-new 2025 Subaru Forester that set it apart. These unique features, some hidden in plain sight, are designed to enhance your owner experience and make your life easier.

CR’s 10 Most Fuel-Efficient Used Compact SUVs, Subaru Crosstrek, Forester Are Top Picks Now

By Denis Flierl on July 24, 2024 - 12:14PM

Which are the most fuel-efficient and reliable 5-year-old compact SUVs? A new report from Consumer Reports says the three Subaru models are among the ten best you can buy now. Check out all ten and see how Subaru models compare with other popular models.

Lexus Engine Save with This Easy DIY Test

By Timothy Boyer on July 24, 2024 - 11:19AM

Has your Lexus developed an unusual sound upon starting up? Here’s a common source of noise that could ruin your engine unless you use this easy DIY diagnosis test before it is too late. Plus, what to inspect on your Lexus to avoid problems.

Elon Musk Creates Poll Asking If Tesla Should Invest $5 Billion Into xAI - What Effect Will This Have On Tesla?

By Jeremy Johnson on July 24, 2024 - 11:00AM

Elon Musk just shared a poll, asking if Tesla should invest $5 billion into xAI. There are a number of implications for Tesla if this happens, and here they are.

Elon Musk Said, “If You Don’t Believe Tesla Will Solve FSD, Sell the Stock,” & Tesla Shares Collapse 13%, Down $110 Billion in a Day

By Tinsae Aregay on July 24, 2024 - 10:29AM

Yesterday, a frustrated Elon Musk told Tesla investors to sell the stock if they don’t believe Tesla will solve full self-driving cars. Today, Tesla's stock fell 13%, wiping out $110 billion (more than Ford and GM combined) from the company's market cap.

Coming Soon - Irvine Police Cybertruck: Next Level Police Officer Vehicle

By Jeremy Johnson on July 23, 2024 - 11:22PM

The Irvine Police Department just showed a preview of their upcoming police vehicle - and it's going to be the Tesla Cybertruck.

2024 Jeep Gladiator High Tide Florida Edition

Jeep Tries Special Edition to Boost 2024 Gladiator Sales

By Mary Conway on July 23, 2024 - 10:32PM

Jeep is trying a special edition in one of the states where it is very popular to see if it will help 2024 Jeep Gladiator sales.

He Has Another Dead Hybrid Tundra And Brings It To Forum, Facing Rage vs Dealership Dash

By Armen Hareyan on July 23, 2024 - 9:43PM

This morning I came across a Toyota Tundra owner who says his 2023 Hybrid Tundra's Engine "died again." He posted about it in a Tundra forum, but when some people pointed out that he should take it to a dealership instead, he said this.

A Dealer Sold a Cybertruck to Shaq Falsely Claiming He Has “a Bigger Version of the Tesla Cybertruck Called the Cyberbeast”

By Tinsae Aregay on July 23, 2024 - 5:32PM

Former NBA star Shaquille Oneal’s story about buying a Cybertruck shows why it’s hard to trust dealerships. The dealer convinced 7-foot-1 Shaq that he was purchasing a bigger version of the Cybertruck called the Cyberbeast.

Want A 2024 Subaru Forester? It’s Nearly Sold Out

By Denis Flierl on July 23, 2024 - 10:57AM

Act now if you're eyeing the 2024 Subaru Forester compact SUV. With limited units left in the U.S., the time to secure one is running out. Will you get a great price? Is the 2024 or the 2025 Forester a better value? I'll answer those questions here.

Released Last Night: FSD 12.5 Which Feels Like What Elon Promised 12.4 Would Be - A Step Change Improvement Over 12.4 And Is Shown Handling Stubborn Cat

FSD 12.5 Which Feels Like What Elon Promised 12.4 Would Be - A Step Change Improvement Over 12.4 And Is Shown Handling Stubborn Cat

By Jeremy Johnson on July 23, 2024 - 10:55AM

There are videos being shown now of FSD 12.5, Tesla's latest version of its full self-driving software, and it shows a step change improvement over version 12.4.

Subaru Pulls Off What No Other Car Brand In America Can Match

By Denis Flierl on July 23, 2024 - 6:11AM

Where do the Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek rank with the best-selling SUVs? They are far from the top. But there is another more interesting stat. Subaru is alone in a critical area that no other car brand can match.

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