Automotive News (Page 103)

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.

Elon Musk Responds With: "I Guess We're Doing Ok" With Top EV Sales List

By Jeremy Johnson on November 6, 2023 - 11:17AM

When a top-selling cars list was presented on X.com, Elon Musk responded with, "I guess we're doing ok" with Tesla taking the top two spots in California for EVs.

The Tesla Talking Car: Powered By Grok AI

By Jeremy Johnson on November 6, 2023 - 10:48AM

Elon Musk and the Tesla team have created Grok AI, which I believe will be used as an AI in Tesla cars to create what I call the "TTC" or Tesla Talking Car.

2023 Toyota Sienna image by John Goreham

2024 Toyota Sienna Platinum AWD Review - 7 Passenger Perfection

By John Goreham on November 6, 2023 - 8:45AM

We test the 2023 Toyota Sienna all-wheel drive minivan in its top trim. We came away with a very strong opinion of this vehicle shoppers should take note of.

Does Subaru Ascent Have A Problem? Sales Drop 4 Consecutive Months

By Denis Flierl on November 6, 2023 - 7:26AM

The 2023 Subaru Ascent is an excellent all-wheel-drive 3-Row SUV, but it continues to drop in sales. Check out the Ascent report and see if there is a problem with the family hauler.

A New Cybertruck Prototype With Horondously Large & Inconsistent Panel Gaps Once Again Raises Tesla Quality Concerns

By Tinsae Aregay on November 6, 2023 - 6:45AM

photographs of a new Cybertruck prototype with several extremely large and inconsistent panel gaps and fit and finish issues have once again raised Tesla quality concerns. Would you take delivery of the Cybertruck in the pictures?

CR’s 3 Best Used Hybrids You Can Get A $4K Tax Credit On - Subaru Crosstrek Is One

By Denis Flierl on November 6, 2023 - 6:38AM

Is the Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid a good value for shoppers? It is now, as Consumer Reports says, that there are only three used Hybrids that you can get a $4,000 tax credit. Check out the three hybrid models here before you buy.

Not All Jack Stands Are Made and Priced Equally

The Deadliest Jack Stands Car Owners Should Avoid

By Timothy Boyer on November 5, 2023 - 4:12PM

Avoid dying under your car by finding out which jack stands are the deadliest and discovering that price is not a reasonable expectation of a jack stand’s tested level of safety.

Illegal Towing by Your City Police Warning

By Timothy Boyer on November 5, 2023 - 11:52AM

Can your vehicle be towed off your private property just because “It’s a nuisance”?! Discover the surprising excuses some cities resort to in what car owners are saying are illegal towing practices by their police.

Subaru’s 8 New EVs Won’t Be Toyota Clones Says EV Manager

By Denis Flierl on November 5, 2023 - 6:25AM

Subaru developed the Solterra EV with Toyota, and it will likely be the last EV collaboration with the Japanese automaker. Here's where Subaru's design language is headed. It won't be anything you've seen in the past.

Subaru Outback Isn’t Even Close To The Hot Forester

By Denis Flierl on November 5, 2023 - 5:48AM

The Outback is a top pick by many customers, but the midsize SUV is far from what the hot Subaru Forester compact SUV did last month. Check it out, and some exciting news that's coming soon.

The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gets Put On Hiatus But We Don’t Know When It Will Return

By Charles North VI on November 4, 2023 - 11:13PM

The Chevrolet Bolt EV lives to see another year again. The question is simple: what year will that be?

Giga Texas Will Boast World's Largest Solar Array - A Staggering 30 MW

By Jeremy Johnson on November 4, 2023 - 6:38PM

Giga Texas will complete a solar array on its roof that will be the largest in the world - a 30 MW solar array.

Tesla Cybertruck and Ford F150 in Tug of War - Who Won?

By Jeremy Johnson on November 4, 2023 - 6:06PM

There is a video of a tug of war between a Cybertruck and a Ford F150 in a tug of war. We have the details of who won.

Breaking: Tesla Chief Designer Spotted Driving the 1st Stealth Matte Black Cybertruck

By Tinsae Aregay on November 4, 2023 - 5:20PM

The first stealth matte black Cybertruck has been spotted driving in California. The vehicle was being driven by Tesla Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen and appeared to have every part of the vehicle including the taillights and rims blacked out.

Black Cybertruck Wrap Makes It Look Like the Batmobile

By Jeremy Johnson on November 4, 2023 - 4:13PM

There is a video circulating of a Cybertruck wrapped in black. It makes it look like the Batmobile.

The 2024 Toyota Tacoma Limited i-FORCE MAX. The 1st Tacoma Hybrid

Imagine If Toyota Tundra Had Gone with a 2024 Tacoma Design, It Would Be Liquidator

By Armen Hareyan on November 4, 2023 - 1:17PM

If the Toyota Tundra had the 2024 Tacoma design, it would probably be a liquidator for sales.

Elon Musk is Now the Proud Owner of a Fully Drivable Wooden Tesla Cybertruck Following a Heartfelt Online Conversation

By Tinsae Aregay on November 4, 2023 - 12:26PM

Elon Musk has now become the owner of a Tesla Cybertruck replica made entirely out of wood. The artist behind the project gifted the fully drivable Cybertruck replica to Musk following a heartfelt conversation between the two individuals.

If Your Name Is Not Tesla, The Electric Future Is Going To Be Brutal

By Jeremy Johnson on November 4, 2023 - 9:23AM

There have been many reports that EV demand is slowing. However, that is not true and this is because of Tesla. Everyone else is going to face an uphill battle.

Malfunctioning Fluid Extractor/Dispenser Warning

Don’t Buy This Tool Mechanic Warning

By Timothy Boyer on November 4, 2023 - 8:44AM

Here’s a bad tool design warning for a common tool used by not just mechanics, but DIY car owners as well for changing the fluids in their vehicle.

CR’s Best All Season And Snow Tires For Your Subaru This Winter

By Denis Flierl on November 4, 2023 - 8:35AM

What are the best all-season and winter tires for the Outback, Crosstrek, Forester, or other Subaru all-wheel-drive models? Here are the best tires recommended by Consumer Reports this winter.

Breaking: BBC Top Gear Spotted Filming a Detailed Review of a White Interior Tesla Cybertruck Ahead of Release

By Tinsae Aregay on November 4, 2023 - 8:08AM

BBC Top Gear host Jack Rix and a filming crew have been spotted shooting a detailed review of the Cybertruck. In addition to a test drive, the Top Gear host is seen reviewing the white interior Cybertruck, the exterior design, and the size of the frunk.

The Hot Subaru Crosstrek Is Not In First - It Just Pulled Up Last

By Denis Flierl on November 4, 2023 - 6:51AM

The once smokin' hot Subaru Crosstrek, which was in first place last year, is now in last place. See how far the small SUV has dropped.

Tesla Compact Car - Coming To Giga Berlin For Under $27,000

By Jeremy Johnson on November 3, 2023 - 10:48PM

Elon Musk announced today that Giga Berlin would build a Tesla compact car and that it would be under $27,000!

2023 Lexus RX 350h Review: Toyota Really Knows How To Do Hybrid

By Armen Hareyan on November 3, 2023 - 9:49PM

In 2023, Lexus has given its popular RX SUV a complete overhaul, and it retains its signature soft-riding road manners that cater to its loyal customer base. As I reviewed this SUV

A History of Lawbreakers Evading Capture Through Their Cars

The Car That Is Uncatchable by Today’s Police

By Timothy Boyer on November 3, 2023 - 6:06PM

What’s the go-to getaway car preferred by lawbreakers? Find out with this short historical review of uncatchable cars, plus a currently uncaught “Blacked-Out Charger” that is still on the run from the police

Breaking: Elon Musk Announces Giga Berlin Will Manufacture a Brand New 25,000 Euro Tesla Vehicle During Factory Visit

By Tinsae Aregay on November 3, 2023 - 5:44PM

Elon Musk is currently in Europe where he’s visiting Tesla’s Gigafactory in Germany. Musk in a speech to employees made a breakthrough announcement saying the Giga Berlin will manufacture a brand new 25,000 euro vehicle.

Toyota Counterfeit Car Part Exposed by Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on November 3, 2023 - 2:26PM

Do you have an eye for counterfeit auto parts? Unless you have a lot of experience ordering parts for your Toyota, you are likely to miss fake look-alikes. Here’s how to inspect a suspect part.

Who Says The Aging Outdated Subaru Forester Needs A Remodel

By Denis Flierl on November 3, 2023 - 12:16PM

Subaru of America has a surprise hot model, and it's the model that needs a remodel the most. Check out the results of the aging and outdated Forester. It's hot, while other all-new models are not.

The Best Year Model for The Tesla Model Y To Purchase

By Armen Hareyan on November 3, 2023 - 11:22AM

Momo3605, a Tesla Motors Club forum user, is considering buying a CPO Model Y Performance but is unsure which year model is best. What’s the best year Model Y Perf to purchase?

More than 1.8 Million Toyota RAV4 SUVs Recalled Due to Fire Risk

By Timothy Boyer on November 3, 2023 - 11:12AM

Consumer Reports announces an important recall of all Toyota Rav4 SUVs from 2013-2018. But don’t just check your VIN, do this simple test in addition to ensure your RAV4 is safe.

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