Automotive News (Page 122)

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.

Ask This Important Question Before Buying a Used GM Truck with a Trailer Hitch

By Timothy Boyer on June 29, 2023 - 3:22PM

Here’s a good reason why you should be concerned what that previous owner of an older model GM truck used his trailer hitch for before agreeing to buy the vehicle.

How Loyal Are Subaru Fans? Which Hot Car Brands Are They Defecting To Now

By Denis Flierl on June 29, 2023 - 1:42PM

How loyal are Subaru fans? Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, and Outback customers remain loyal, but not electric vehicle customers. See which hot car brands are picking up new Solterra customers.

Tesla's New Model 3 Is Reportedly Coming With CATL's New Long Range Battery

By Armen Hareyan on June 29, 2023 - 11:56AM

A new Asian report claims the new Tesla Model 3 will come with CATL's newer and more power battery, giving the Model 3 a longer range.

Subaru’s New Model Production Increases For The 4th Consecutive Month

By Denis Flierl on June 29, 2023 - 11:37AM

Subaru Corporation released its new model production and export numbers for May. It's more good news for 2024 Crosstrek, 2024 Impreza, 2023 Forester, and 2024 Outback customers. Check out the report here.

Cathie Wood Bets Big on Tesla's AI Future

By Armen Hareyan on June 28, 2023 - 11:08PM

Tesla is known for its electric vehicles, but some investors believe the company is also a leader in artificial intelligence (AI). Cathie Wood, CEO of Ark Invest, is one of those investors. She has been bullish on Tesla for a while, and in May she said that the company is the "biggest AI play out there."

Tesla's Model, With 1.31 Million EVs, Shows How Companies Can Double Production

By Armen Hareyan on June 28, 2023 - 8:03PM

1.31 million delivered electric vehicles in the last year alone: Elon Musk and his team have achieved a level of manufacturing efficiency with Tesla that is unparalleled in the automotive industry. What can other manufacturing companies learn from this revolutionary strategy?

The WRX Has The Best Resale Value Of Any Subaru Model - Why It’s A Problem

By Denis Flierl on June 28, 2023 - 8:34AM

Which Subaru model has the best 5-year resale value and is ranked above all the rest? The Subaru WRX is the top model for Subaru of America, but it's a problem for performance car buyers looking for a used model.

Elon Musk Confirms With Version 12 Tesla Plans to Move FSD Software Out of Beta

By Tinsae Aregay on June 28, 2023 - 8:03AM

Elon Musk has confirmed that after Tesla releases the next major FSD Beta upgrade, the software will no longer be in beta. This means the next FSD Beta update will simply be called FSD v12 and points to Tesla's increasing confidence in the FSD software's driving capabilities.

The EPA Says New Subaru Crosstrek Sport, Limited Trims Are Now Less Fuel Efficient

By Denis Flierl on June 28, 2023 - 6:12AM

Are the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Sport and Limited trims fuel efficient? The EPA says the all-new Crosstrek with the 2.5-liter engine now gets one mpg less city/highway than the outgoing model. Check out the new report here.

GM CEO Mary Barra and Elon Musk Texting In EV Partnership

By Jeremy Johnson on June 28, 2023 - 1:06AM

Mary Barra, CEO of GM, and Elon Musk text each other in their work together in an EV partnership that opens Tesla Superchargers to GM.

Ford Sets Sights On Dakar Rally; Plans To Develop Special Ranger T1+

By Marc Stern on June 27, 2023 - 3:51PM

Ford, which has been participating in some of the off-roading's toughest venues, has a big challenge to go, the Dakar Rally which is a test of man and machine in the deserts of Saudi Arabia, will take on the "big one" in the next couple of years. It is developing a tougher extreme Ranger T1+ specifically for the challenge.

2 Subaru Models With The Best Resale Value And 3 That Fall Short

By Denis Flierl on June 27, 2023 - 1:27PM

Which Subaru models have the best resale value? Which Subaru models don't? Check the report here.

2024 Nissan Leaf image courtesy of Nissan

Nissan Leaf Starts At Under $30K For 2024 Including Destination Fee

By John Goreham on June 27, 2023 - 11:53AM

Nissan is one of the only automakers still producing affordable EVs. For 2024, the Leaf starts at under $30K, and that is before any tax incentives or rebates.

ChargePoint Is First Out of the Gate With New NACS EV Charger Options

By John Goreham on June 27, 2023 - 10:04AM

ChargePoint is ready for the switch to NACS, and now accepting orders for new chargers with NACS and also upgrades for existing installations.

A New Subaru EV With More Than 900-Mile Range? It’s Possible In The Next 4 Years

By Denis Flierl on June 27, 2023 - 8:52AM

Subaru will have an advantage over many automakers with its three new EVs coming in 2025 and 2026. See why Subaru could move to the front in the EV race.

Tesla Cybertruck Showcases Impressive Rear-Wheel Steering in New Video

By Armen Hareyan on June 26, 2023 - 10:23PM

In this exciting video, which is going viral on Reddit, we get an exclusive look at the highly anticipated rear-wheel steering feature of the Tesla Cybertruck.

Up Close And Personal With the Tesla Cybertruck - Things You Didn't Know

By Jeremy Johnson on June 26, 2023 - 7:54PM

We've got some up close and personal details with the Tesla Cybertruck. There are some things you probably didn't know.

Full Tank of Gas Used Car Scam

By Timothy Boyer on June 26, 2023 - 6:16PM

What can you do when you do not have a mechanic available to inspect a used car for you before deciding on whether to buy it or not? DIY is the next best thing with this advice on how to inspect a used car yourself with step-by-step instruction on what to do and what to look out for to avoid being scammed on your next used car purchase. Which includes (but is not limited to) why you should be suspicious when that used car is being sold with a completely full tank of gas.

SuperVan 4.2 Van Continues Tradition As It Takes On Pikes Peak

By Marc Stern on June 26, 2023 - 4:42PM

Working with STARD advanced research and development, Ford Performance developed the Super Van 4.2 to take part in the Pikes Peak Hill Climb. Like other major races lately, Ford has used them to develop and refine electric vehicles. The Super Van has many special refinements that will likely find their way into Ford's electric fleet in the future.

New Subaru Model Maintenance You Shouldn’t Do Yourself - Check This Report First

By Denis Flierl on June 26, 2023 - 11:19AM

Are the Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, Outback, and other new all-wheel-drive models easy to maintain? Check the Subaru report before you do the maintenance yourself.

The New Subaru Impreza RS And What You Get Besides More Power

By Denis Flierl on June 26, 2023 - 8:26AM

The all-new Subaru Impreza RS trim arrives now. What do you get besides more power? Check out the new upgrades here.

New Video Shows Drivers Running Tesla Semis "At Least Two Shifts" Near Giga Nevada

By Armen Hareyan on June 26, 2023 - 7:52AM

Twitter user Zanegler, who lives not far from where Tesla builds its Semi trucks at the Gigafactory Nevada, has shared some new breaking videos of the Tesla Semi trucks, driving in and out of Giga Nevada, and some of them are even fully loaded.

Meet The New Subaru Brat Wilderness Pickup - You Can Only Look And Not Touch

By Denis Flierl on June 25, 2023 - 8:04AM

Would you buy a compact 2024 Subaru Brat Wilderness if Subaru of America offered it? Or would a midsize four-door Subaru Baja Wilderness be a better choice? You make the pick.

The Top New Subaru Models With The Most American-Made Parts - Updated

By Denis Flierl on June 25, 2023 - 6:48AM

How American is the 2023 Subaru Outback, Ascent, Impreza, and Legacy? See where they rank on the updated American-Made index.

The 10 Cheapest And Best SUVs - Why Subaru Forester Is Now The Only Compact SUV

By Denis Flierl on June 25, 2023 - 6:00AM

Which ten SUVs are the cheapest and the best? KBB says the Subaru Forester is now the tenth best. The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek ranks the third best you can buy today.

Pepsi Discloses Tesla Semi Autonomy Capabilities and Future Plans

By Armen Hareyan on June 24, 2023 - 11:07PM

PepsiCo just revealed whether its Tesla Semi vehicles have the capability of full-self driving and what may happen in the future.

Tesla May Provide Wireless Charging for Robotaxis

By Jeremy Johnson on June 24, 2023 - 5:15PM

Tesla may provide wireless charging for robotaxis and this will be needed as FSD becomes level 4 by the end of 2024.

Cybertruck May Be Released Sooner Than Expected

By Jeremy Johnson on June 24, 2023 - 5:00PM

More and more Tesla Cybertrucks are being spotted on the roads. There is a good chance it will release sooner than expected.

Tesla Now Shows a Cool Model S Video With a Starship Launch Screen

By Armen Hareyan on June 24, 2023 - 11:44AM

Tesla now shows a cool new video when you visit the Model S order page, highlighting some of the cars best features. The video is quickly going viral on Twitter.

Why Buying a V6 is a Better Deal Than Buying a V8

Mechanic Makes a Good Case for Buying a Used V6 Over a Used V8 Car

By Timothy Boyer on June 24, 2023 - 10:39AM

Looking to buy a used car and have not thought much about what it means buying a V6 over a V8? Here’s some sound advice from a mechanic reviewing the “cheapest fast car ever made” and why you are better off buying a used V6 over a used V8 model.

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