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New Vehicle Reviews (Page 9)

New Vehicle Reviews

This section will review cars, trucks, products and books related to the auto industry.

By Nicolas Caballero on April 13, 2023 - 3:49PM
The solar photovoltaic potential of the various man-made infrastructures around the world is enormous, but still vastly underutilized. In Germany, a project intends to use motorways as electricity generating elements; this would prove to be very good benchmarking for Tesla Energy, not to mention a potential expansion of the Berlin Gigafactory.
By Tinsae Aregay on April 13, 2023 - 10:31AM
For months now there have been speculations that Tesla is working on a refresh to the Model 3 and has codenamed the project "Highland." And today, thanks to leaked pictures, we see our first image of the refreshed Model 3 with a more angular and larger front facia and headlight that resembles that of the 2nd generation Tesla Roadster.
By Armen Hareyan on April 12, 2023 - 12:26PM
Nissan has introduced a new all-wheel drive version of its Ariya electric SUV, called the e-4orce. This latest version utilizes two motors instead of one (originally debuted as a front-wheel drive model last fall) to enable all-wheel drive capabilities. This week Torque News is reviewing this new e-4orce model and exploring its features and performance.
By Nicolas Caballero on April 11, 2023 - 2:58PM
Tesla hits big once again: it is already the world's most valuable car brand; that is, among all other car manufacturers worldwide (including all Internal Combustion Engine - gasoline and diesel - and Hybrid models of all brands), after surpassing Mercedes-Benz and Toyota. How is this possible?
By Nicolas Caballero on April 10, 2023 - 4:21PM
The Tesla Model 2 is called to be the mass electric car that the world longs for; even more taking into account rivals as important as Volkswagen, Renault, Cupra or Hyundai, traditional strong players in the affordable car segment.
By Nicolas Caballero on April 8, 2023 - 3:05PM
Comparing the Tesla Model Y to the Nissan Arya can be tricky, as they are two very different vehicles with different target markets. The Tesla Model Y is an all-electric crossover SUV with a stylish design, long range, and a relatively low starting price. The Nissan Arya is an all-electric hatchback with a sleek, sporty profile and a surprisingly affordable starting price.
By Timothy Boyer on April 7, 2023 - 2:15PM
Here’s your chance to avoid paying too much for a trendy SUV or large sedan and find an automotive analyst-recommended reliable midsized sedan that performs well under Consumer Reports testing.
By Nicolas Caballero on April 7, 2023 - 1:18PM
There is great anticipation for one of Tesla's next launches: the Model 2, an affordable proposal with which the Austin manufacturer wants to take a huge leap forward in terms of volume, and that according to experts will have more than significant production numbers.
By John Goreham on April 5, 2023 - 8:56AM
Our two-year-long test and review of the Michelin CrossClimate2 all-weather tire conclude on a positive note.
By Armen Hareyan on April 4, 2023 - 9:10PM
The 2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro is a rugged and capable truck that is well-suited for off-road adventures. In this review I will present the truck, write about the driving experience, and highlight the truck's exterior design, features, and its performance under the hood.
By Armen Hareyan on April 4, 2023 - 8:40PM
More than 14 years after the arrival of the previous generation, the 2022 Toyota Tundra arrives with two new engines, a TRD Pro version and a multi-link rear suspension. In this article I am reviewing the 2022 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro i-Force Max.
By Nicolas Caballero on April 4, 2023 - 1:56PM
Tesla's electric pick-up, the Cybertruck, is getting ever closer to seeing the light. Elon Musk acknowledges being excited about the steps that are being taken at the Texas plant.
By Nicolas Caballero on April 3, 2023 - 3:12PM
It has been widely confirmed that Tesla managed to close a record first quarter 2023 in terms of car production and deliveries, even exceeding the expectations set by Wall Street. The electric vehicle giant produced a total of 440,000 cars, surpassing analysts' estimates, which hovered around 420,000 units.
By John Goreham on April 3, 2023 - 10:34AM
We test the new 2023 Honda Accord’s top powertrain and come away very impressed.
By Nicolas Caballero on March 31, 2023 - 1:52PM
During February 2023 more than 900,000 cars were registered in Europe - an interannual increase of 12% - which shows the recovery of the market after a 2022 marked by problems in the supply of semiconductors. In the first two months of this year, registrations amounted to 1.81 million units, 11% more.
By John Goreham on March 29, 2023 - 3:17PM
We use the Lectron 48-amp V-box to charge the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning. Here’s how it went.
By Nicolas Caballero on March 29, 2023 - 11:11AM
A cybersecurity team, “Synacktiv”, just won a historic prize at the “Pwn2Own” event, managing to win a Tesla Model 3 and a quarter of a million dollars in cash after successfully ethical-hacking the EV.
By John Goreham on March 28, 2023 - 9:15AM
In our initial report, we overview the Falken ZIEX CT60 A/S and provide our early impressions of this value-oriented crossover tire.
By Nicolas Caballero on March 27, 2023 - 4:15PM
The German factory is a real source of pride for Tesla: it is already planning its expansion to be able to build up to 750,000 additional units.
By John Goreham on March 27, 2023 - 2:30PM
We take the 2023 Mazda CX-50 Turbo Premium Plus to the muddiest area we can find to see how this grand touring crossover fares where the pavement ends.
By Nicolas Caballero on March 25, 2023 - 12:48PM
The “Highland” project continues to advance in the development of the new Tesla Model 3. There will be improvements in all aspects, from aesthetic to technological thanks to new software updates.
By Nicolas Caballero on March 23, 2023 - 12:43PM
Tesla's growth has been amazing in recent years, but since the price reduction for its whole gamut was announced last January, things seem to have actually skyrocketed. According to many different sources this first quarter will break all records, which is leading the brand to make unsightly but practical decisions such as delivering cars directly from the transportation trucks.
By Nicolas Caballero on March 22, 2023 - 11:59AM
Smartville, the end-of-life energy storage system, has unveiled its first commercial product, the MOAB energy storage system, at the University of California San Diego Library Annex.

By Nicolas Caballero on March 21, 2023 - 5:27PM
The lithium carbonate industry has experienced significant changes recently: the price for batteries has reached new lows and this is expected to impact the cost of batteries for electric vehicles and electronic devices. The spot price of lithium carbonate for batteries has suffered its biggest drop so far this year, falling below 44,000 dollars/ton.
By Nicolas Caballero on March 20, 2023 - 1:13PM
Tesla's Model S is one of the electric cars with the longest range in the world, according to many different expert sources; but it can still have even more range if the right wheels are chosen.
By John Goreham on March 20, 2023 - 11:36AM
We compare the cost to power the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning battery-electric pickup truck to that of the F-150 Hybrid 4X4 in an EV-friendly state. The result surprised us.
By Armen Hareyan on March 17, 2023 - 10:52AM
In a market segment deserted by many competitors, Lexus shines with a new model, introducing a new F Sport H package for ES350 and ES300h models along with a few new interior accouterments. This week I test-drove the 2023 Lexus ES 300h F Sport and this is my review.
By Armen Hareyan on March 16, 2023 - 11:11AM
The 2023 Mazda CX-50 is ready to make a statement. With a zesty turbo engine, high-class cabin, and pleasing driving experience, Mazda has set a new standard for the compact SUV class. However, it's not without its drawbacks, such as wireless smartphone charging only being offered on top trims and the CX-50 offering less headroom than its predecessor, the CX-5. Yet, the CX-50 manages to deliver refinement and driving joy in a way that only a Mazda can, cementing its place in the compact SUV market.
By John Goreham on March 13, 2023 - 11:35AM
We run down the list of special equipment that makes the 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel stand out in the crowd.
By John Goreham on March 7, 2023 - 3:51PM
The 2023 Cadillac CT-4 V-Series Blackwing is a halo car that shows just how good GM is at stealing another competitor’s cheese.