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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.

After 10 Days in Mexico City, an Ioniq 5 Owner Noticed Which EVs Were Everywhere and Which Ones Were Missing
After 10 Days in Mexico City and an Uber Ride in Seattle, an Ioniq 5 Owner Noticed Which EVs Were Everywhere and Which Ones Were Missing
By Armen Hareyan on
After a 10 day trip to Mexico City, one Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner noticed Tesla and Chinese EVs everywhere while familiar Korean models were missing, sparking a surprisingly thoughtful debate about ride quality, safety noise, and what the global EV market is
A poll shows that most Toyota Highlander owners do not want an electric-only one.
Disbelief Is Main Reaction From Toyota Highlander Owners Following Announcement That Highlander Will Be Battery-Electric Starting with the 2027 Model Year - Many Owners Dismayed, Some Happy
By John Goreham on
We posted the news this morning that the 2027 Toyota Highlander will be battery-electric to the most popular Highlander group online. Reactions are trending negative, but some are thrilled.
Toyota's 2027 Highlander battery-electric vehicle is revealed in an image.
Toyota Teases Out New 2027 Highlander Image and Confirms That It’s All-Electric
By John Goreham on
The new Toyota Highlander will be all-electric, according to new information that Toyota released this morning.
Buying a 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser sight unseen
Buying A Used Toyota Land Cruiser 100 Series Sight Unseen: Pros And Cons
By Dimitar Angelov on
The high-mileage SUV was acquired by the TFL YouTube channel, and proves that some risks are worth taking.
2026 Ram Rebel at the dealer
$14K Under MSRP: The 1,000-Mile Strategy for Securing a 2026 Ram Rebel Without Dealer Games
By Denis Flierl on
Forget the monthly nut. This 2026 Ram Rebel buyer shut down the trade-in talk, dodged the financing traps, and nuked the doc fees to zero. By hunting nationwide, he grabbed a GT for a steal. Here is the truck buyers blueprint for the win.
2025 Toyota Tundra and Tacoma
Trading a 4th-Gen Tacoma for a 2025 Tundra Hybrid: Is the ‘Recall Discount’ Worth a $60,000 Risk?
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine scoring a flagship pickup for thousands under market value, only to realize it might have a ticking time bomb under the hood. Is this the ultimate savvy buy or a high-stakes gamble on a lemon? One owner reveals the truth behind the deal.
Blue Kia EV9 electric SUV parked on a scenic mountain road, showcasing rugged capability, electric SUV design, and outdoor adventure.
A 2024 Kia EV9 Wind Owner Says His SUV Shows “87,608 Remaining Energy” at 100% Charge Even Though “It’s Supposed to Be Over 95,000” With Battery Health at 98.2%
By Noah Washington on
A 2024 Kia EV9 owner is sounding the alarm after his 100% charged battery reported nearly 8,000 Wh less energy than advertised, despite a healthy 98.2% state of health.
Black GMC Sierra EV electric pickup driving on a winding mountain highway, showcasing performance, LED lighting, and rugged design.
A GMC Sierra EV Owner Blamed His New Truck for a 50% Higher Power Bill, Then Found His Heating System Never Shut Off, Putting Him on Pace for 5,604 kWh in a Month
By Noah Washington on
After receiving a utility alert for "insane" energy usage, one GMC Sierra EV owner immediately blamed his new electric truck for a massive power bill spike.
A Call From Hyundai Corporate About ICCU Replacements Leaves Ioniq Owners Waiting and Wondering About an Upcoming Reliability Improvement
A Call From Hyundai Corporate About ICCU Replacements Leaves Ioniq Owners Waiting and Wondering About an Upcoming Reliability Improvement
By Armen Hareyan on
Hyundai Ioniq owners are now facing an indefinite wait for ICCU replacements as corporate hints at a redesigned part that could prevent future failures. What does this mean for those already waiting or who just got their cars back?
Green Rivian R1S electric SUV captured from a front three-quarter angle while driving past modern office buildings
A Rivian R1S Owner Ditched $580 OEM Pirelli Scorpions That Went Bald at 20K Miles for $340 Hankook iON HTs, and Got a Quieter Ride, Better Wet Grip, and the Same Range with 80k Mile Warranty
By Noah Washington on
A Rivian R1S owner has found the ultimate "cheat code" for EV maintenance after his $580-a-piece factory tires wore out in just 20,000 miles.
Stealth gray 2024 Tesla Model 3 electric sedan shown from a side profile in a studio environment
Tesla Service Tried a “Courtesy” Update During a Minor Repair, the Update Failed, and Now a Model 3 Performance Owner Is Facing a $2,599.92 Bill After Cameras and FSD Stopped Working
By Noah Washington on
A simple suspension fix turned into a digital nightmare for one Tesla owner after a technician tried a "courtesy" software update that failed mid-process.
Seven Particular Things You Should Be Aware of Before Purchasing a Tesla Cybertruck, Shared By Current Cybertruck Owners From Their Experience With The Truck
Seven Particular Things You Should Be Aware of Before Purchasing a Tesla Cybertruck, Shared By Current Cybertruck Owners From Their Experience With The Truck
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla Cybertruck owners are revealing unexpected realities about heat attention service headaches and daily life with the truck that could either completely convince you to buy one or make you rethink everything you thought you wanted in a pickup.
2024 Ford F-150
“I Ruined My 2024 Ford F-150 for a “Look”: This Bilstein 5100 Lift is a ‘Lumber Wagon’ Nightmare”
By Denis Flierl on
One F-150 owner found out the hard way that maxing out suspension settings destroys ride quality. Before you touch those factory springs, learn the 2026 "Geometry Rule" to save your truck. What F-150 owners need to know.
A dark gray/olive 2020 Kia Telluride SUV shown from a front three-quarter angle, driving on a mountain road with black wheels and trim accents against a desert landscape and blue sky.
“I Really Refuse to Get Into Another Kia,” Says a 2020 Kia Telluride Owner After Oil Consumption and a Plastic Oil Filter Housing Sparked Serious Reliability Concerns
By Aram Krajekian on
After discovering oil leaks tied to a plastic engine component, a 2020 Kia Telluride owner says growing reliability concerns at 112,000 miles have completely eroded his trust in the brand.
Screenshot of an energy usage dashboard showing total electricity consumption of 10,730 kWh and total cost of $404 in 2025, with a bar graph displaying monthly usage patterns in blue and red segments
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Breaks Down a Year of Charging Costs and Saves Over $4,000, Adds, “It’s Going to Be Hard to Go Back to a Gas or Diesel Truck”
By Aram Krajekian on
Truck ownership has always come with fuel trade-offs. But after a full year of charging data, one Tesla Cybertruck owner shows how those assumptions start to break down when the costs are finally tallied.
Maias' 2021 Toyota Highlander
“I’m Done With The ‘Pay-To-Play’ Era: My 2021 Toyota Highlander Key Fob Remote Start Is Useless Without A Monthly Bill - It’s Corporate Greed Disguised As Technology”
By Denis Flierl on
Your Toyota key fob hides a powerful secret, but there’s a cold reality waiting for Highlander owners in 2026. This owner found the hidden remote start sequence, only to realize his SUV is holding his comfort hostage behind a digital paywall.
Ford’s New Mid Size EV Truck Targets $30K Pricing, But Let's See If Unicasting Delivers and 2027 May Be Its Biggest Risk
Ford’s New Mid Size EV Truck Targets $30K Pricing, But Let's See If Unicasting Delivers and 2027 May Be Its Biggest Risk
By Armen Hareyan on
Ford says its upcoming mid size electric pickup could hit a $30,000 price by radically rethinking how trucks are built, but after 15 years covering the auto industry, I see both a rare opportunity and some hard realities that could make or break this bet.
2026 Range Rover Sport Dynamic SE PHEV charging up on a Level 2 home charger.
2026 Range Rover Sport Dynamic SE PHEV Has A Huge Incentive Built In to Make Owners Plug It In Every Time They Can
By John Goreham on
Many EV advocates are irked that some plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle owners forget to plug in their PHEV, or just find plugging in a hassle. Range Rover’s best model solves this concern with an incentive to plug in that’s hard to ignore.
Toyota bZ On An Oregon Back Country Road
The Toyota bZ Comeback: Why the Tortoise is Finally Outrunning the Electric Hares
By Rob Enderle on
Toyota’s once-criticized electric SUV, now simplified to the “bZ,” has staged a massive comeback. January 2026 data shows it outpacing rivals, signaling a consumer shift toward established reliability over flashy tech.
Ron Vic's Ford F-150
“I Stopped Wasting Half My Day at the Ford Dealer: Why I’ll Never Leave My Driveway for F-150 Service Again”
By Denis Flierl on
Tired of the service lounge "time tax"? One F-150 owner just exposed an industry secret: getting your 40k-mile maintenance done at home costs the exact same as the shop. Skip the 2-hour wait and let the experts come to you. Is dealership service dead?
Conrad's 2024 Toyota Prius Prime XSE
“I’m a Retired Attorney and I’m Not Letting This Go”: Why the 2024 Toyota Prius’s 19-Inch Tires Are a $1,200 Reliability Nightmare
By Denis Flierl on
“I’m sitting in the shop again.” This Toyota Prius owner isn’t just mad, he’s building a case. Discover why the sleekest new hybrid on the road has a hidden defect that’s costing owners thousands in premature rubber swaps before their first oil change.
A turquoise 2026 Honda Prologue is shown from a three-quarter front angle driving across a bridge with mountains and a lake in the background, featuring a roof-mounted cargo carrier.
“First EV I’ve Ever Purchased and My Last”: Why One Honda Prologue Owner Says Winter Charging Has Completely Changed Their View on EVs
By Aram Krajekian on
Cold weather quickly changed everything for one Honda Prologue owner. After a single winter of daily charging, excitement turned into regret, sparking a larger conversation about first time ownership and whether buyers are prepared for winter reality.
Ford F-150 dashboard display showing Trip 2 statistics including fuel economy of 0.5 MPG average and trip time of 240:10:50, with temperature and fuel level indicators visible at the top of the blue digital interface.
My Ford F-150 Powered My House for Eleven Days After an Ice Storm Knocked Our Power Out
By Aram Krajekian on
A major ice storm cut power for days, but one Ford F-150 owner never left home. By relying on his truck, he kept essentials running and discovered a kind of capability most people never plan for.
The 2026 Ford Expedition Really Impressed Me With Its Cloud Effect and Different Controls
The 2026 Ford Expedition Really Impressed Me With Its "Cloud" Effect and Different Controls
By Armen Hareyan on
I vividly remember years ago my test-drive of the Toyota Sequoia, and now reviewing the 2026 Ford Expedition I'd say it's like "riding on a cloud." And long road trips are less fatiguing because the suspension settles quickly after big dips.
LYRIQ-V Interior Under The Stars
Cadillac’s Electric Epiphany: Why the LYRIQ-V Is the Performance Halo GM Desperately Needs
By Rob Enderle on
The 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ-V marries V-Series heritage with a 615-hp electric powertrain, delivering a 3.3-second 0-60 sprint that redefines American luxury while bracing for an incoming wave of Chinese competition.
2026 Toyota Tundra and Chevy Silverado
“I Was a Die-Hard Chevy Silverado Guy Until I Swapped for a 2026 Tundra Platinum - Now I’m Panicked I Made a $70,000 Mistake”
By Denis Flierl on
Is the grass really greener, or just more expensive? One lifelong Chevy loyalist ditched his Silverado for a 2026 Toyota Tundra Platinum, but buyers' remorse is hitting hard. With $70K on the line, is the engine reliability hype a total nightmare?
Scout's Traveler SUV traverses a beautiful prairie
Scout Reservation Holder Explains Why He Wants the Gas-Engine Equipped EREV Model - “All the Benefits of An EV, But With Easily Added Range”
By John Goreham on
Scout Motors is an exciting new entrant to the green vehicle space. Targeting off-road enthusiasts, Scout Motors will pair a gas engine with its EV platform. One Scout reservation holder told us what excites him about the gas-engine-equipped version.
I Recently Switched From a Model Y To A Cybertruck, and I Really Like It, But I Started Experiencing Lumbar Pain
I Recently Switched From a Model Y To A Cybertruck, and I Really Like It, But I Started Experiencing Lumbar Pain
By Armen Hareyan on
What started as an exciting switch from a Tesla Model Y to a Cybertruck turned into an unexpected struggle with lumbar pain that has owners divided, questioning modern seat design, and sharing real world fixes you will want to weigh in on.
2024 Toyota Tundra and oil change sticker
“They Want Your Engine to Fail”: A 2024 Tundra Owner Claims Dealers Are Quietly Reversing Toyota’s 10K Oil Policy - Here’s Why Master Techs Agree
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Tundra owner recently caught his dealer quietly reducing oil change intervals to 5K miles, contradicting Toyota’s 10K-mile manual. Is the 10K "marketing myth" finally dead? Master Techs say YES. Here’s why your V6 is at risk.
2025 Toyota Sienna damage - melted exterior plastic trim
Sienna Owner Gets Called Out After Blaming Toyota "Cheap" Build Quality for Damage
By Dimitar Angelov on
The damage on this 2025 Toyota Sienna seems to be caused by a very unlikely, but very real phenomenon, and fellow owners are worriled by the potential dangers.
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