Automotive News (Page 15)

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.

Subaru Keeps It Simple With The New Forester Hybrid

By Denis Flierl on September 12, 2024 - 6:17AM

What can you expect from the new Subaru Forester Hybrid when it arrives next year? Subaru has made a deliberate choice to keep the all-new compact SUV straightforward and user-friendly. Here's a glimpse of what hybrid enthusiasts can look forward to.

2025 Ram REV BEV to be Built in Sterling Heights, Michigan

Ram Confirms Production to Start on the 2025 Ram 1500 REV BEV

By Mary Conway on September 11, 2024 - 11:00PM

Ram's parent company is investing $406 million to upgrade plants in Michigan to start building EV trucks.

Toyota Cars Outclass RAV4 in Certain Areas, But No Toyota Vehicle Can Beat RAV4 Overall

By Armen Hareyan on September 11, 2024 - 9:57PM

Why the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid stands out as the most versatile and dependable vehicle in Toyota's lineup, even if it doesn't excel in any one category.

A Modern RAV4 Prime With 302 HP Would Blow The Doors Off of V6

By Armen Hareyan on September 11, 2024 - 5:43PM

A Toyota enthusiast says the Toyota RAV4 Prime's 302 horsepower can really outperform the beloved V6 engine of older models.

Image of Tesla vehicles for sale by John Goreham

Used Battery-Only Vehicles Plunge In Value - Hybrid-Electrics Remain Steady

By John Goreham on September 11, 2024 - 2:42PM

A new study highlights show dramatically the value of battery-only vehicles has plummeted. Meanwhile, hybrid-electric vehicles are holding their value.

The Subaru Legacy Is Dying A Slow Death

By Denis Flierl on September 11, 2024 - 2:24PM

The Subaru Legacy will be only around for another six months, and then it's gone. Before it leaves, the sedan is dying a slow death. Is it too late to save it?

Are Subaru Vehicles Easy To Maintain?

By Denis Flierl on September 11, 2024 - 6:18AM

How easy are Subaru vehicles to maintain? Here is new information for Subaru owners and buyers about maintaining your new Subaru. Which Subaru maintenance items can you do yourself?

2025 Dodge Durango Hammerhead Special Edition

The 2025 Dodge Durango Adds a Third Special Edition as it Phases Out the 710-Horsepower HEMI Engine

By Mary Conway on September 10, 2024 - 9:08PM

The supercharged Hemi engine is not going quietly as it leaves the Dodge Durango lineup.

The Best Break Down of How To Service a Toyota Tundra Truck To Reach 443,000 Miles

By Armen Hareyan on September 10, 2024 - 8:51PM

A Liqui Moly Pro-Line shop owner's 2008 5.7 Toyota Tundra truck has reached 443,000 miles as he breaks down the services that got him there and is still counting.

Powering a Battery-Only Vehicle Is 23-Times Slower Than Powering a Hybrid -Why It Matters

By John Goreham on September 10, 2024 - 4:09PM

We compare and contrast the time per mile to power a hybrid-electric vs. adding electricity to a battery-electric vehicle. Our examination shows that under ideal circumstances, powering a battery-only vehicle is 23 times slower than powering up a hybrid.

The Subaru Impreza Hatch Shows Signs Of Life

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2024 - 7:36AM

When I thought the Subaru Impreza was dead, it came back to life. What happened to the Impreza in August? Is the Impreza back?

Avoid Toyota Trucks with This Engine Series

Toyota V8 Engines are Showing a New Problem

By Timothy Boyer on September 10, 2024 - 7:35AM

Here is why this mechanic says that you really do not want to bring back the V8 engine in Toyota trucks due to a new problem that is trending in this particular Toyota engine series.

The New Subaru Forester STI Sport, Keep Dreaming U.S. Fans

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2024 - 5:54AM

There's a new Subaru Forester STI Sport, but it's not heading to the U.S.; it's bound for Australia. The sporty new limited edition Forester has me dreaming of what could be.

My Toyota Tundra Has 365,000 Miles And I Made These 3 Changes To Avoid Break Downs

By Armen Hareyan on September 9, 2024 - 10:52PM

Even the toughest trucks like the Toyota Tundra, need some care as they rack up high mileage.

Not All Rental Upgrades Are Free Warning

Hertz Tacked Extra $600 Onto a $400 Bill Upgrade Warning

By Timothy Boyer on September 9, 2024 - 5:40PM

If you are ever being offered a free upgrade from a car rental company, here's an apt reminder of why such upgrades need to be in writing. Plus, what it actually takes to get your money back.

Best Choices for an Accurate Tire Pressure Gauge

Many Tire Pressure Gauge Brands Are 5 to 50 PSI Off

By Timothy Boyer on September 9, 2024 - 10:55AM

Many brands of tire pressure gauges are grossly inaccurate, ranging anywhere from 5 to 50 psi off. Here are the ones you should toss and the ones you should buy for your car. Plus, how Harbor Freight gauges fared.

Elon Musk Highlights a Video of a Tesla Cybertruck Rescuing a Toyota Tacoma Stuck in Mud

By Tinsae Aregay on September 9, 2024 - 10:54AM

After all the criticisms concerning the Cybertruck’s off-roading ability, Elon Musk has highlighted a new video where the Cybertruck rescues a stuck Toyota Tacoma from a muddy pit. In the video, you can also see the Cybertruck clear the course easily.

Subaru Puts The Ascent 3-Row SUV On A Watch List

By Denis Flierl on September 9, 2024 - 6:14AM

Is the Subaru Ascent on its way out? Its sales continue to drop, and it could be on the chopping block. Here's what the future of the Ascent looks like now.

Why Ram is Recalling Over 1.2 Million of its Popular 2019 and 2021-2024 Ram 1500s

By Mary Conway on September 8, 2024 - 9:56PM

The huge Ram 1500 recall is triggered by a software glitch causing brake problems.

Tesla Ups Its Wireless Charging Game, Showing It May Use Wireless Charging Pads For Its Robotaxi Vehicle

By Jeremy Johnson on September 8, 2024 - 3:35PM

Tesla may end up using a wireless charging solution for its robotaxi network. This would mean the robotaxis would simply drive over a wireless charging pad in order to charge.

Consumer Reports Is Totally Confused With The New Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl on September 8, 2024 - 10:46AM

Consumer Reports likes the new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. They like it a lot. They just ranked the Crosstrek the number one small SUV you can buy. So why are they still confused with the new subcompact SUV?

Tesla Told Me to Stop Complaining About My Cybertruck Door; It Flung Open On the Highway Next to My 1-Year-Old Daughter

By Tinsae Aregay on September 8, 2024 - 10:38AM

A Cybertruck owner says Tesla Engineers told him to stop complaining and that it was just a cosmetic issue when he showed them his ill-fitting doors. However, the door flung open on the highway next to where his 1-year-old daughter was sitting.

The Good and Bad of Turbocharging in Toyotas

Toyota Turbo Assessment by Toyota Expert Explains This Potential Engine Killer

By Timothy Boyer on September 8, 2024 - 9:54AM

A Master Automobile Technician takes a deep dive into turbocharged engines with useful information on what turbocharged cars are, how they are constructed, and why your Toyota might not last 200,000 miles or more with one installed.

The Subaru Forester Sales Decline And More Changes Update

By Denis Flierl on September 8, 2024 - 6:21AM

The 2025 Subaru Forester's sales decline as the remodeled compact SUV makes its U.S. retailers launch. Is Subaru worried? I'll explain why and where the new Forester compact SUV will go from here.

I Have a Fleet of 5 Toyota Tundras and None of Them Burn Oil Except This Common Place

By Armen Hareyan on September 7, 2024 - 8:54PM

While it's true that most modern vehicles, including the Toyota Tundra, do burn a small amount of oil, there are some who claim that their Tundras don't.

2025 Subaru Forester Review: 10 Things That Are New In 2025

By Armen Hareyan on September 7, 2024 - 8:21PM

This week I got my hands on the 2025 Subaru Forester Limited trim. Since we cover a lot of Subaru Forester articles, I will do this review a little differently and focus on the ten new things in the 2025 Forester.

The Worst and Best Car Brands Reviewed and Rated

Most Unreliable Cars To Own Over 5-10 Years

By Timothy Boyer on September 7, 2024 - 12:24PM

Which cars are proven to be the most unreliable if you plan on owning one for 5 years or more? Find out with this latest recommendation about the 2025 models you should avoid and those you should consider.

Subaru Boosts EV Game With Panasonic’s New Battery Tech

By Denis Flierl on September 7, 2024 - 9:55AM

How is Subaru doing in the electric vehicle race? They've been making significant strides, especially with the recent collaboration with Panasonic Energy. Let's delve into their proactive EV game plan.

Subaru Outback Could Lose Its Number One Status

By Denis Flierl on September 7, 2024 - 6:12AM

The Subaru Outback was the top-selling model in Subaru of America's all-wheel-drive lineup last year, but it could lose its top status in 2024. See what model just overtook the popular Outback.

Image of 2025 Ford Explorer ST by John Goreham

6 Things We Loved About the 2025 Ford Explorer ST

By John Goreham on September 6, 2024 - 1:12PM

We had a chance to drive the 2025 Explorer’s sporty trim and were pleasantly surprised by a long list of details. Here are the six best.

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