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.

2024 Subaru Forester vehicles on a Subaru dealership parking lot

200,000 Miles in My Honda CR-V, I Regret Missing Out on 2024 Subaru Forester Test Drive Due To Initial Safety Concerns

By Armen Hareyan on April 27, 2024 - 11:22AM

He almost wrote off the new 2024 Subaru Forester because of initial safety concerns. His Honda CR-V is a mileage champion, but even the best can't last forever.

The Best Car Manual Today for Your Ford Car or Truck

The New Ford DIY Repair Manual Every Ford Owner Should Have

By Timothy Boyer on April 27, 2024 - 8:41AM

A popular traditional car and truck repair manual publication has recently focused on individual model manuals for a wide range of Ford cars and trucks that is vastly improved, finds this DIY automotive writer.

2023-24 Chevrolet Equinox, 2023-24 Mazda CX-5, 2023-24 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2023-24 Volkswagen Taos

By Denis Flierl on April 27, 2024 - 8:12AM

If you are looking for the safest new small SUV, avoid these four popular new models. Check out the latest IIHS test scores.

The Worst New Subaru Outback Option You’ll Regret Buying

By Denis Flierl on April 27, 2024 - 6:44AM

There is one 2024 Subaru Outback option that you should avoid buying. Many owners report it's the worst feature and wouldn't buy it again.

Consumer Reports Identifies Cars With Paint Peeling History

Used Cars Most Likely to Have Paint Problems―It Happened to Me

By Timothy Boyer on April 26, 2024 - 2:13PM

Consumer Reports' customer survey yields this list of models known for frequent problems with bubbles, peeling, and flaking of their OEM body paint. Plus, the best way to prevent paint damage from spreading.

Do You Like The Performance Car Exhaust Rumble? Then Don’t Read This

By Denis Flierl on April 26, 2024 - 12:55PM

Why aren’t more people talking about one electric vehicle benefit that will affect everyone regardless of what vehicle they drive or if they even drive a car? It's noise pollution. Here is why I love quiet EVs.

Bentley Bentayga PHEV - Bentley Official Press Image

Hybrid and High-Riding Charriots of The Rich: Comparing the Bentley Bentayga Hybrid and Lamborghini Urus SE

By Bhavik Sreenath on April 26, 2024 - 9:01AM

Hybrid and High-Riding Chariots of The Rich: Comparing the Bentley Bentayga Hybrid and Lamborghini Urus SE.

The previous iteration of Toyota Starlet is a rebadged Suzuki Baleno

Toyota Starlet Rebirth Is The Best News Since The GR Yaris

By Dimitar Angelov on April 26, 2024 - 7:18AM

It sounds like the 1990s, Japanese pocket rocket from Toyota is making a comeback. GR Starlet is on the way, and it will no longer be a rebadged Suzuki.

Forbes Says Again, If You Want To Have A Social Impact Buy A New Subaru Vehicle

By Denis Flierl on April 26, 2024 - 7:04AM

Which car brand has the most significant social impact? Forbes says it's Subaru of America again. Check out why here.

10 SUVs That Offer Near-Sports Car Performance

By Dimitar Angelov on April 26, 2024 - 4:05AM

These SUVs are more athletic than they suggest and the power-to-weight ratio on some of them is comparable to a true sports car.

Toyota Tundra's touchscreen and how to improve the stereo sound

Some of The Best Ways on How To Improve Your Toyota Tundra's Stereo Sound

By Armen Hareyan on April 25, 2024 - 10:19PM

Many Tundra owners find the stock sound system lacking. I have prepared this guide to be your roadmap, which explores various upgrade options that will help to improve your Toyota Tundra's sound system.

Ram Rolls Out 2024 Ram 1500 RHO With Focus on Affordable Performance

By Mary Conway on April 25, 2024 - 9:43PM

"More horsepower per dollar," That's how the head of Ram describes the new RHO with 540 horsepower. The MSRP is lower than many expected for the new off-roader.

Cars We Miss - 2007 - 2020 Honda Fit

By John Goreham on April 25, 2024 - 5:06PM

The Honda Fit is presently off the market in the U.S. If we could bring back one small car this would be the one.

Making Cars Safer Might Not Be The Answer

Tesla Death Sparks Unusual Questions About Car Safety

By Timothy Boyer on April 25, 2024 - 12:41PM

Are we designing cars to be too safe? Should automatic transmissions be outlawed?

Image of spare tire in 2025 Toyota Camry courtesy of Joseph Raiti

2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid-Electric Vehicle Busts All the Spare Tire Myths

By John Goreham on April 25, 2024 - 12:39PM

The new 2025 Toyota Camry hybrid-electric vehicle is quite impressive. One fun thing we noticed is that every trim has a spare tire. This goes a long way to busting the myth that automakers “can’t” provide a spare tire in a modern vehicle.

The Electric Hot Hatch with an 8-Speed Transmission: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

Hyundai Ioniq 5 N's transmission is a lesson in calibration finesse

By Bhavik Sreenath on April 25, 2024 - 12:01PM

Forget what you know about EVs! The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N has a simulated 8-speed transmission for a whole new kind of electrified experience.

Subaru Production Drops Across All Car Lines And What It Means For Customers Now

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

Subaru Corporation announced its overseas and U.S. production results. Learn why production dropped across all Subaru car lines and how it affects new car shoppers.

This Man Built His Own Tesla Cybertruck on a Budget

By Armen Hareyan on April 25, 2024 - 10:04AM

This DIY Cybertruck isn't bad, but the maker was probably out of budget to have bigger wheels.

2024 Toyota Tundra truck with blown engine

7,000 Miles In, My Brand New 2024 Toyota Tundra Turns Into a Warranty Battleground (Seeking Advice!)

By Armen Hareyan on April 25, 2024 - 9:18AM

The frustrated new Toyota Tundra owner says his 2024 Tundra has a blown engine at 7,000 miles and asks if he should fight for a replacement of the truck vs the replacement of the engine.

Subaru Forester Excels In New IIHS Test, All Other Small SUVs Score Poorly

By Denis Flierl on April 25, 2024 - 7:21AM

How did the Subaru Forester do in the latest updated front crash prevention test from the IIHS? Forester is the only small SUV that achieved the highest good score. Check the small SUV ratings here.

2025 Lamborghini Urus SE - Official Press Images

Here's Why The Lamborghini Urus SE Is a Forumla For a Certified Global Best-Seller For The Italian Marque

By Bhavik Sreenath on April 25, 2024 - 3:38AM

The 2025 Lamborghini Urus SE is green creds and so much more. 789 horsepower, 30 miles of electric range, and the pure Lamborghini fury you crave.

Dodge Performance Package Designed to Make Your Vehicle - Like the 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV - Last Longer Plus Make You a Better Driver

By Mary Conway on April 24, 2024 - 5:25PM

The Performance package is long term insurance for your vehicle. Plus, the package will send you to driver's school so you can better handle all that power.

Tesla & Elon Musk’s Exceptional Q1 Earnings Call Triggers a Tesla Short Squeeze – Tesla Stock Up 13% (Up $50 Billion) – “CyberCab,” 50,000 Cybertrucks, New Vehicles, Ride-Hailing

By Tinsae Aregay on April 24, 2024 - 12:17PM

Following an exceptional earnings call, Tesla's value has increased by $50 billion in a single day. Tesla’s one-day increase is equivalent to Ford & GM’s entire market capitalization. Here are the highlights of the earnings call and ensuing short squeeze.

Stay Away From These 5 Car Brands With The Highest Maintenance Costs, You’ve Been Warned

By Denis Flierl on April 24, 2024 - 11:32AM

Which car brands have the highest maintenance costs? If you said the German brands, you'd be right. Check out the five highest and the one brand higher than the Germans.

Why the Tacoma Hybrid is Both For and Not For Everyone

Expert Reveals Pros and Cons of Toyota Tacoma Hybrid Truck

By Timothy Boyer on April 24, 2024 - 10:54AM

Buying a hybrid truck is an exciting proposition. But is it a good idea? This expert explains 5 reasons each, on why the Tacoma Hybrid is and is not the best truck to buy.

The 15 Best Cars For Moms And Dads, Subaru Outback Is Nearly Perfect

By Denis Flierl on April 24, 2024 - 8:57AM

What is Subaru's best model for moms and dads? U.S. New says it's the 2024 Subaru Outback. See where it ranks with the best new models and why it's nearly perfect for families.

Here Are 5 Good Reasons To Get Your Hands on The 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQG

By Bhavik Sreenath on April 24, 2024 - 8:21AM

The iconic Mercedes G-Class goes electric! Discover the 2025 EQG – retro style, cutting-edge EV tech, tank turns, and serious off-road chops.

2024 Toyota Tundra feels at home on the rocks

These Are Some of The Most Popular Mods 2024 Toyota Tundra Owners Do

By Dimitar Angelov on April 24, 2024 - 4:03AM

Owners on Facebook, Reddit, and other forums share the most popular 2024 Toyota Tundra aftermarket mods.

Ram Ramps Up for the Release of 2025 Ram RHO on April 25

By Mary Conway on April 23, 2024 - 6:21PM

Ram is revealing a view of the front bumper and tire.

Tesla To Build MULTIPLE Low Cost Vehicles Using a Hybrid of Model 3/Y and Next Generation Platform In addition To the "Unboxed" Robotaxi: In the Middle of 2025

Tesla To Build MULTIPLE Low Cost Vehicles Using a Hybrid of Model 3/Y and Next Generation Platform In addition To the "Unboxed" Robotaxi: Ahead of Schedule

By Jeremy Johnson on April 23, 2024 - 5:11PM

Tesla just announced they are going to make multiple low cost vehicles, giving confidence that a Model 2 like vehicle is coming soon, along with the robotaxi.

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