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.

2026 Ford Maverick Wins 2026 MotorTrend Truck of the Year

It's Awards Season and the Small 2026 Ford Maverick Just Drove Home with a Huge Honor

By Mary Conway on December 12, 2025 - 10:24PM

There are two big "Truck of the Year" awards and the Maverick just won one of them.

A black Tesla Model 3 is parked at a three-quarter front angle outside eMoto Powersports, with motorcycles on a trailer behind it.

My Used Tesla Model 3 Just Paid for Itself in Gas Savings, But There’s One Important Caveat About My Driven Miles

By Aram Krajekian on December 12, 2025 - 7:09PM

After putting more than 117,000 miles on a used Tesla Model 3 in just 2.5 years, one owner’s careful cost tracking shows how fuel savings alone can change the entire EV ownership conversation, even after accounting for depreciation and battery fears.

A boat is being towed by a Tesla Cybertruck parked in a charing station at night, the scene is illuminated by overhead lighting.

I Just Towed My New Tesla Cybertruck 350 Miles From Los Angeles to Lake Havasu, and I Hardly Felt the 7,800 Pounds Back There

By Aram Krajekian on December 12, 2025 - 7:04PM

More Tesla Cybertruck owners are discovering that towing near max load does not always feel like towing at all, especially when owners paint a far more confident picture than the assumptions many people still make about EV trucks.

Fiat Topolino EV A Better Urban Alternative

The Mouse That Roared: Why Stellantis Bringing the Fiat Topolino to the US Is a Stroke of Genius

By Rob Enderle on December 12, 2025 - 2:07PM

Stellantis confirms the retro-styled Fiat Topolino EV for the US market. This tiny "neighborhood" vehicle solves urban parking and charging woes, offering a stylish, low-cost micro-mobility solution that boldly challenges America's obsession with massive

“I Sued Ford and Won, But I’m Terrified to Buy a New Tundra”

By Denis Flierl on December 12, 2025 - 2:05PM

They sued Ford over a blown F-150 engine and won. Now, ready to buy a Toyota Tundra, a “deep dive” into engine recalls has them terrified to pull the trigger. With a Dec 31st deadline, should they risk the 2024 Tundra or buy used? Here is my advice.

Tesla’s "November to Forget": US Sales Plummet Below 40k as the Perfect Storm Hits

By Rob Enderle on December 12, 2025 - 1:41PM

Tesla’s US sales plummeted below 40,000 in November 2025, hammered by expired tax credits, aging models, and Elon Musk’s polarizing politics. To rebound, Tesla must launch an affordable "Model 2" and refocus on core automotive execution.

GM Drops the Hammer: Why the Cadillac Lyriq and Chevy Blazer EV Lease Prices Just Crashed (And Why You Should Care)

By Rob Enderle on December 12, 2025 - 1:33PM

GM aggressively slashed lease prices on the Cadillac Lyriq and Chevy Blazer EV to sustain sales momentum post-subsidy. These deals offer incredible value, positioning GM to capture market share despite 2026's predicted EV market cooling.

HITTING THE BRAKES: Why Tesla Ranked Dead Last in Used Car Reliability and What It Means for the Future

By Rob Enderle on December 12, 2025 - 1:21PM

Tesla ranks dead last in used car reliability, plagued by suspension failures and poor build quality. This threatens resale value and loyalty, raising fears that Musk’s focus on robotics is distracting from essential automotive fixes.

Pennsylvania's "Jetsons Act": The Legal Launchpad for Personal Flying Cars

By Rob Enderle on December 12, 2025 - 1:11PM

Pennsylvania’s “Jetsons Act” creates a pioneering legal framework for flying cars, bridging DMV and FAA rules. With companies like Alef and Samson Sky advancing technology, this legislation clears the runway for personal air travel’s future mass adoption.

XPeng Land Aircraft Carrier In The Future

China’s XPeng Locks in 2026 for "Land Aircraft Carrier" Mass Production: A Wake-Up Call for US Innovation

By Rob Enderle on December 12, 2025 - 12:57PM

XPeng locks 2026 mass production for its "Land Aircraft Carrier," a modular six-wheeled mothership housing a detachable aircraft. This aggressive timeline signals China's low-altitude dominance, pressuring US rivals to accelerate their own efforts.

Ram 1500 vs. Toyota Tundra: The $65,000 Mistake You Won’t See Until the Warranty Expires

By Denis Flierl on December 12, 2025 - 9:25AM

It looks like an easy choice in the showroom, but the math changes fast. See which $65,000 truck, Ram 1500 vs. Toyota Tundra, becomes a financial liability the moment the warranty expires.

2026 Dodge Ram pickup truck in matte green parked on illuminated city street at night with modern buildings and decorative lights

After Two Weeks With a 2026 Ram Rebel, Owner Praises the Twin-Turbo Hurricane’s Speed but Says the Passenger Seat “Doesn’t Move Back as Far as You Think It Should”

By Noah Washington on December 12, 2025 - 7:25AM

A new Ram Rebel owner praises the Hurricane twin-turbo's "glorious" kick, which sends the truck from 40 to 70 MPH in seconds.

Silver 2025 Tesla Cybertruck driving on an open road with snow-covered mountains in the background

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His “Bulletproof” Glass Roof Shattered From Just 10 Pounds of Starlink Weight – He Adds, “Tesla Service Circled a Few White Flakes and Called It ‘External Impact Damage’ To Deny Warranty”

By Noah Washington on December 12, 2025 - 7:24AM

A Cybertruck owner’s "bulletproof" glass roof spontaneously shattered from the inside due to just 10 pounds of sustained weight from an interior Starlink mount.

Front three-quarter view of a red 2026 Tesla Model S in motion on a curving road through a forested landscape

After a Routine Tire Swap, a 2022 Tesla Model S Owner Heard the Words “There Is Damage to Your Battery Pack That Concerns Us” - Triggering a $23,000 Repair and Possible Total Loss

By Noah Washington on December 12, 2025 - 7:19AM

After a simple tire swap, a Model S owner was blindsided by the news of an HV battery replacement, costing $23,000.

Porsche 911 GT3 90 F.A. Is An Iconic Collector's Car You Will Want To Have

By Dimitar Angelov on December 12, 2025 - 5:17AM

This time, Porsche went above and beyond to deliver a truly special 911 GT3, commemorating F.A. Porsche, and each car will be unique.

A stunning 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Limited is shown tearing up a dessert road.

Tell Us the Value of This Lemon Law Buyback Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV With Under A Thousand Miles, and Help a Hopeful Shopper Decide if the Car is a Good Idea to Buy

By John Goreham on December 11, 2025 - 5:08PM

Tell Us the Value of This Lemon Law Buyback Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV With Under A Thousand Miles, and Help a Hopeful Shopper Decide if the Car is a Good Idea to Buy

A 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited charges at a Tesla Supercharger occupying two spaces

Tesla Drivers Call Other EV Brand Owners Charging at Superchargers “Idiots,” Demand That They Leave Because Superchargers Are "Only For Teslas” - Begun, the EV Charging War Has

By John Goreham on December 11, 2025 - 12:53PM

Now that manufacturers have enabled Supercharger access across many EV brands, Tesla owners are pushing back, saying that only they are entitled to use the Supercharger network.

2023 Tesla Model 3 Performance and 2025 Tesla Cybertruck

“Fed Up" After $17k in Road Damage, This Tesla Model 3 Performance Owner Traded His "Fragile 3P" For a Cybertruck

By Denis Flierl on December 11, 2025 - 11:33AM

After $17k in damage to his Tesla Model 3 from road debris, one owner switched to the Cybertruck for its promised durability. But is the stainless steel beast actually tough enough to protect its battery, or is the "Armor Package" a mandatory upgrade?

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says The Truck Saved His Life On The Highway – He Adds, “A Vehicle Ran a Red Light & Was Going to T-Bone Us, but The Truck Stopped On Its Own Before The Collision”

By Tinsae Aregay on December 11, 2025 - 8:56AM

A Cybertruck owner says that during a recent trip, he was nearly sideswiped by a truck. The other truck ran a red light and was speeding toward the intersection. However, the Cybertruck automatically applied the brakes, preventing the accident.

2025 Rivian R1T electric pickup truck parked on a beach with ocean and trees in the background.

A Tesla Repair Shop Owner Says Rivian “Reminded Me of Tesla in Their Early Days” After His R1T Received a $28,000 Warranty Repair, Including a Complete Subframe Retrofit Without Removing His Mods

By Noah Washington on December 11, 2025 - 8:10AM

The $28,000 R1T warranty fix was performed flawlessly without requiring the owner to remove his aftermarket rock sliders or Comma 3X self-driving system.

2026 Chevrolet Corvette C8 ZR1x in silver shown from a front three-quarter angle on a coastal road.

C8 Corvette Owner Says GM Denied His Steering Wheel Warranty Because of Red Loctite the Dealer Claims “Shouldn’t Be There,” Even Though He Says the Car Was Bone-Stock and the Previous Owner “Did Nothing to the Car”

By Noah Washington on December 11, 2025 - 8:06AM

A C8 Corvette owner was denied a warranty claim on his broken steering wheel controller because the dealer found evidence of unauthorized red Loctite on the bolts.

The $65,000 Question: 3 Luxury Features The Ram 1500 Has (That Toyota Tundra Leaves Out)

By Denis Flierl on December 11, 2025 - 8:05AM

Is the 2026 Tundra Limited really worth $65,000 when it lacks three key luxury features found in the 2025 Ram 1500 Laramie? Which truck would you choose?

I Was Willing To Forgive Honda For The Prelude, But Then I Saw The 0 To 60 MPH Time

By Dimitar Angelov on December 11, 2025 - 4:34AM

While not official, a video shows the 2026 Honda Prelude accelerating from 0 to 60 mph, and things aren't looking good.

Image of Hyundai Ioniq 5 atop a mountain in fall

Leading Electric Vehicle Influencer Discovers the Hard Way His 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Needs a New Battery Pack After Just 8,500 Miles During Thanksgiving Day Roadtrip - EV Ownership Doesn’t Get Much Worse Than This

By John Goreham on December 10, 2025 - 12:09PM

Perhaps the most trusted and most popular Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV influencer has posted up a video that puts to rest the myth that EVs are infallible and more reliable than other options.

Ford F-150 Interior “Boring Black” Outrage: Why Owners Are Envious of the Expedition’s Cabin

By Denis Flierl on December 10, 2025 - 11:44AM

Ford F-150 owners are calling out the automaker for limiting 2026 interior options to "Boring Black," while the Expedition offers premium choices at the same price. See why truck buyers are demanding more variety without the King Ranch markup.

2027 Gen-2 Kia Seltos is shown in a stunning red color

Gen 2 Kia Seltos Arrives in 2026 With a Grown-Up Look, New Hybrid Option, and a Lot of Responsibility

By John Goreham on December 10, 2025 - 10:55AM

Kia’s new second-generation Seltos compact crossover will soon be gracing the driveways of a lot of Americans. Here’s what it brings to the table in Kia’s lineup, and why Seltos matters to the brand.

2023-2025 Honda CR-V "Sticky Steering" Nightmare: Why Owners Are Terrified and Filing Lawsuits

By Denis Flierl on December 10, 2025 - 9:44AM

A "sticky steering" defect plaguing 2022-2025 Honda CR-V models has triggered a massive recall and class-action lawsuit, leaving owners terrified as their steering wheels "lock up" at highway speeds.