Automotive News (Page 105)

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.

More Subaru Baja Pickup Rumblings To Fill A Gaping Hole

By Denis Flierl on October 31, 2023 - 5:43AM

If there is a gaping hole in Subaru's all-wheel-drive lineup? Yes, it's a newly revived Baja pickup. See if it could be a reality.

Subaru's Perfect Storm And Its Wild Escape

By Denis Flierl on October 31, 2023 - 5:13AM

The Subaru brand is in the middle of a perfect storm. It usually means things will go poorly, but not in this case. See how Subaru is positioned perfectly to take advantage of current trends.

If Toyota Comes Up With Tacoma Like $20,000 Truck It Will Kill Ford's Future in USA

By Armen Hareyan on October 30, 2023 - 8:23PM

Today I saw a video by Scotty Kilmer, titled "Toyota's New $20,000 Truck Just Killed Ford's Future in America." This made me wonder about Toyota's challenge and the quest for an affordable compact truck, like the Toyota Tacoma.

Insurance Companies Can Retroactively Cancel Your Policy After an Accident Warning

By Timothy Boyer on October 30, 2023 - 7:10PM

Here’s a good example of an important warning about how some insurance providers get away with retroactively cancelling insurance policies after an accident has occurred.

How Many Tesla Tires Are Stolen and Is There a Way To Make Them Theft Proof?

By Armen Hareyan on October 30, 2023 - 2:29PM

Matt is asking a question: Since Tesla tires and custom wheels are very expensive, I am curious as to how many are stolen from the cars, and not the whole Tesla. Also, is there a way to make the wheels and tires more theft-proof?

Breaking: Tesla Website Hack Reveals New Cybertruck Powertrain & 4680 Structural Batterypack Images

By Tinsae Aregay on October 30, 2023 - 1:51PM

Combing through the non-public side of Tesla’s website by a hacker reveals, among other things, a new Cybertruck image. The image shows the Cybertruck’s 4680-cell structural battery pack, powertrain & how everything fits with the Cybertruck’s exoskeleton.

Subaru Crosstrek’s Dark Past Was Just Fixed

By Denis Flierl on October 30, 2023 - 11:20AM

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek needed a headlight upgrade, and it just got one. Check out how essential headlights are and why customers will have a well-lit path on the dark trail.

Tesla and This Other Automaker Will Survive the Decade

By Jeremy Johnson on October 30, 2023 - 10:52AM

There is a video going around by a Wall Street analyst, Nicholas Colas, who gives a very honest and articulate run down of Tesla and another automaker that will survive the decade.

New Tesla Cybertruck Video Confirms Automatic Opening & Closing Powered Frunk

By Tinsae Aregay on October 30, 2023 - 9:54AM

The Cybertruck is shaping up to be a premium truck full of bells & whistles including an industry-leading 14-inches of suspension travel. And today, a new Cybertruck video shows, the vehicle sporting a powered frunk that can automatically open & close.

More Possible New Next-Gen Subaru Forester Details Leak Out

By Denis Flierl on October 30, 2023 - 6:57AM

Subaru Corporation revealed some new features on the next-generation Subaru Forester. See what's possibly coming to the compact SUV.

CR Customers Found These to Be the Most and Least Satisfying Tire Brands

Consumer Reports Most and Least Satisfying Winter/Snow Tires

By Timothy Boyer on October 29, 2023 - 10:32AM

If you are looking for the best tire brand for winter 2023, here are the results of a Consumer Reports survey with a focus on the best consumer-recommended tire brands you should choose and those to avoid.

2024 Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek

The Top 5 Settings You Will Want To Change On Your New Subaru

By Denis Flierl on October 29, 2023 - 7:16AM

If you just bought or are planning to buy a new Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, Forester, or other new model in the near future, here are the top 5 settings you will want to change on your new 2023 or 2024 Subaru.

Subaru, UFOs, And Those Strange Lights May Be Real

By Denis Flierl on October 29, 2023 - 5:52AM

Subaru surprised everyone at the Japan Mobility Show 2023. See what new flying car they brought for UAP fans. Here is why it's real and could be seen in the skies soon.

Mr. Beast Advertises For Tesla For Free - 27 Million Views in Half a Day

By Jeremy Johnson on October 28, 2023 - 11:59PM

Tesla is getting free advertising from Mr. Beast via his YouTube channel - a whopping 27 million views in just half a day.

From the 2024 Chevy Silverado to the 2024 Corvette, Chevrolet says "Together Let's Drive"

By Mary Conway on October 28, 2023 - 4:41PM

After "Finding New Roads" and Being "Like a Rock," Chevrolet wants you to know it has a vehicle for wherever you are heading.

Subaru Just Dropped An Inferior Feature On New Models To Get The Best Safety Score

By Denis Flierl on October 28, 2023 - 9:02AM

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety says the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and 2024 Subaru Impreza have improved crash protection. See what underperforming feature Subaru dropped to earn the higher scores.

More New Boring EVs? Subaru Says Not In Our Future

By Denis Flierl on October 28, 2023 - 6:14AM

Subaru pulled out all the stops at the Japan Mobility Show 2023. See what new EV Subaru brought and why there are no boring EVs in the Japanese automaker's future.

2023 Toyota Crown Review: Rare Full Size Sedan For These Days

By Armen Hareyan on October 27, 2023 - 9:04PM

In many ways, the new 2023 Toyota Crown hitting the market is strange. As I review it, this vehicle is labeled as a sedan, although it ventures very close to the crossover SUV. The Toyota Crown includes not one, but two hybrid powertrains to choose from.

Car Shopper Scams Used Car Dealer

By Timothy Boyer on October 27, 2023 - 6:51PM

What happens when a car shopper scams an upset used car dealer? Find out what happened and how payback almost blew up in the face of the used car dealer.

5 Reasons Your Fuel Efficiency Drops When You Buy New Tires

By John Goreham on October 27, 2023 - 4:15PM

You’ve just had new tires mounted to your vehicle, and now you are observing lower fuel economy. Here’s why that happens and why it should not worry you.

Image of 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC SUV by John Goreham

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC SUV Review - Hybrid Luxury At Its Best

By John Goreham on October 27, 2023 - 10:21AM

Mercedes-Benz has created a class-leading five-passenger SUV. There is a lot to like about this luxury vehicle.

The New Redesigned 2024 Prius is Remarkable

2024 Toyota Prius Overview Reveal by Toyota

By Timothy Boyer on October 27, 2023 - 10:12AM

Here’s a revealing look at the 2024 Toyota Prius that shows this is not yesteryear’s Prius by any stretch of the imagination.

2024 Subaru BRZ Pricing - Fewer Automatics, More Manual Gearboxes

By Denis Flierl on October 27, 2023 - 9:50AM

The 2024 Subaru BRZ pricing is announced along with a new trim level and some new advanced safety technology. There are fewer automatics and more manual gearboxes for driving enthusiasts. See how much prices increased.

Winter Is Coming - Buy a Tesla To Handle It

By Jeremy Johnson on October 27, 2023 - 9:37AM

With winter just around the corner, now is the perfect time to buy a Tesla to handle it.

New Crosstrek Gets Iced, Subaru’s Outback Is Hot, Wins Global Car Of The Year

By Denis Flierl on October 27, 2023 - 6:35AM

Where the new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek failed, the 2023 Subaru Outback succeeded. The Outback picks up a global award for car of the year. See where and why it's voted the best SUV.

184 Cybertrucks - That's All Tesla Needs For a Huge Marketing Campaign

By Jeremy Johnson on October 26, 2023 - 6:34PM

Tesla only needs 184 Cybertrucks to do a huge marketing campaign. Here's what it involves.

Warehouse Discounted Gas You Should and Should Not Buy

By Timothy Boyer on October 26, 2023 - 4:39PM

Which provides the better gasoline for your car---Costco or Sam’s Club? Here’s the latest on which source your car is better off with despite the price at the pump.

Oil Giant BP Famous for Gulf of Mexico Spill Purchases $100M Worth of Superchargers from Tesla

By Tinsae Aregay on October 26, 2023 - 12:26PM

BP, the oil giant responsible for the largest marine oil spill in history, in a surprising move today has announced that it’ll be purchasing $100 million worth of superchargers from Tesla to install at the former’s charging sites.

New Subaru Crosstrek Is A Top Finalist But Can’t Finish In M/T’s SUV Of The Year

By Denis Flierl on October 26, 2023 - 10:55AM

MotorTrend’s SUV Of The Year award is announced, and only one Subaru model is even a finalist for the top prize. See why the all-new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is included but doesn’t cross the finish line.

New “Ludicrous” Model 3+ Leaks Suggest Bolstered Tesla “Sport” Seats & Additional Changes

By Tinsae Aregay on October 26, 2023 - 10:42AM

Last week we learned that Tesla is working on a refreshed Model 3 Performance with new wheels, sport brakes, suspension, and “Ludicrous” badging. And today, we’ve additional Ludicrous Model 3+ leaks which include new bolstered “sport” seats.

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