Automotive News (Page 16)

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’s New ACSI Ranking Catapults The Brand To #1

By Denis Flierl on September 6, 2024 - 9:35AM

Subaru made a giant leap forward in its customer satisfaction rating from ACSI. See which popular car brand that Subaru just caught.

The Hot Subaru Crosstrek Makes A Bold Statement

By Denis Flierl on September 6, 2024 - 6:00AM

When I thought I'd seen everything, the Subaru Crosstrek sets another best-ever record. How far can the Crosstrek go? The sky is the limit.

Tesla's AI Road Map Has Released - Showing FSD Version 13 In One Month and China and Europe Getting FSD: This Has Huge Implications

By Jeremy Johnson on September 6, 2024 - 1:35AM

Tesla has done something it normally doesn't do - and that is, release a road map of its plans. In this road map, Tesla's AI plans are announced, with FSD coming to Europe and China next year and version 13 releasing in the U.S. in October.

14,000 Miles In I Swapped My Toyota Tundra TRD Offroad Wheels To TRD Pro and Look How It Rides

By Armen Hareyan on September 5, 2024 - 10:18PM

Dan's original Toyota Tundra came with the TRD Offroad package, which included 20-inch wheels and 265/60R20 tires. After driving it for a while, he decided to switch to the TRD Pro setup, which has 18-inch wheels and 285/65R18 tires.

Subaru’s Most Neglected Maintenance Item Can Make You Sick

By Denis Flierl on September 5, 2024 - 2:25PM

Maintaining your new Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, Forester, or another model is essential, but one maintenance item is often neglected. See what it is and how it can make you sick if it's not changed regularly.

5K Review Update - My Toyota Hybrid-Electric Vehicle Has Been A Game-Changer For Me

By Hande Tuncer on September 5, 2024 - 1:32PM

I purchased my first hybrid-electric vehicle this past March, a 2024 Toyota Venza Limited. Here is my 5,000-mile update explaining how this vehicle has changed my ownership experience.

10 Car Models Not As Safe As They Should Be

10 Cars, SUVs, and Trucks That Are Less Safe and Includes One Toyota Model

By Timothy Boyer on September 5, 2024 - 12:10PM

Consumer Reports reveals which vehicles come up short in their safety tests and/or have few standard safety features that car, SUV, and truck owners need, to stay safe on the road.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, Forester

For Subaru, Success Comes In Threes

By Denis Flierl on September 5, 2024 - 6:10AM

How does Subaru of America achieve success? They do it in threes. The Camden, N.J. automaker just posted another all-time monthly sales record. See which Subaru SUV is the hottest model now.

All About the Happenings With Tesla Today, 9/4/2024 - Including 4680 Battery, Actually Smart Summon, and Optimus

By Jeremy Johnson on September 4, 2024 - 11:25PM

Here is the latest news about Tesla today, Wednesday, September 4th, 2024, including insights into 4680 batteries, actually smart summon, and a cryptic message about robots.

BYD and Polestar brands in the same image

Why BYD Is Doing Better - Polestar Posts $242M Loss While BYD’s Profits Surge Despite Discounting

By Rob Enderle on September 4, 2024 - 11:02PM

BYD had a great quarter while Polestar tanked and lost its CEO, here we look at the brand strength of both companies and why BYD is doing better.

With The Cadillac Celestiq GM Repeats The Failed Continental Mark II Experiment

By Rob Enderle on September 4, 2024 - 9:44PM

The Celestiq is an awesome car but at $350K it prices well above Cadillac’s price range and if they don’t fund an effort similar to what Mercedes did with the Maybach, which will be very difficult for them, this car will be a spectacular failure.

Toyota And Tesla Find Fascinating Way To Extend Electric Car Battery Life

By Rob Enderle on September 4, 2024 - 7:52PM

Toyota and Tesla, with a ton of help, make Lithium-Ion batteries last 50% to 70% longer with the only impact on manufacturing being they can build them faster. This is an unusual two-for-one.

Honda Prologue delivery chart by John Goreham

Hey, Look - Honda's Prologue Outsold Hyundai, Kia, and Subaru's EVs Last Month

By John Goreham on September 4, 2024 - 6:03PM

In just five months of sales, the new Honda Prologue outsold the Hyundai Ioniq 5, all of Kia's EVs combined, and the Subaru Soltera. To name just a few.

Who Should, And Should Not, Buy An Electric Car, If You Have a Garage With Enough Headroom

By Rob Enderle on September 4, 2024 - 5:42PM

A lot of people who bought electric cars don’t want to buy another and a lot of people who bought electric cars, like me, will never go back to gas. So who should buy an electric car?

Jaguar I-Pace vs. Audi E-Tron GT – How Electric Cars Are Evolving

By Rob Enderle on September 4, 2024 - 5:21PM

Looking at my past Jaguar I-Pace and my 2022 Audi E-Tron GT, electric cars appear to be advancing very quickly.

Hyundai N Vision 74 Hydrogen Lab Rolling Prototype

The Hyundai N Vision 74 Hydrogen Rolling Lab But Does Hydrogen Make Sense?

By Rob Enderle on September 4, 2024 - 5:10PM

The Hyundai N Vision 74 Hydrogen Lab is a rolling wonder, but the ship has sailed on Hydrogen power for vehicles.

Affordable SUV Recommendations from Consumer Reports

Best SUVs Under $30,000 Recommended by Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on September 4, 2024 - 4:53PM

The latest from Consumer Reports with their recommendations of the best new 2024 and 2025 model SUVs that you can find this month for under $30,000 that will not leave you stranded on the road.

It’s Time To Bring Subaru’s Hot Layback Sportwagon To The U.S.

By Denis Flierl on September 4, 2024 - 10:06AM

Subaru brought the new Layback in Japan, but it isn't selling. Should the Japanese automaker bring the turbocharged sport wagon to the U.S. market, and would it sell here? I think it would be a hot new offering.

Image of family in Honda Pilot by John Goreham

2025 Honda Pilot Black Edition Review - Perfect But For One Small Detail

By John Goreham on September 4, 2024 - 8:53AM

We had the pleasure to try out the new 2025 Honda Pilot Black Edition and found it was outstanding in all ways but one.

Tesla Unveils Cybertruck Winter Tire Package in North America for $3,000

By Armen Hareyan on September 4, 2024 - 7:03AM

Cybertruck's new winter tires look cool and those are probably the most aggressive winter tires I have seen.

CR’s Best New Small SUV, Subaru Crosstrek The Best Of 10

By Denis Flierl on September 4, 2024 - 7:00AM

What are the best new small SUVs for under $30,000? Here are Consumer Reports' top ten picks, and I'll explain why the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is CR's top choice over them all.

Tesla's Are Now Driving Without A Driver In The Seat With Actual Smart Summon: Check Out the Driverless Tesla Videos

Tesla's Are Now Driving Without A Driver In The Seat With Actually Smart Summon: Check Out the Driverless Tesla Videos

By Jeremy Johnson on September 3, 2024 - 10:17PM

Tesla vehicles are being seen driving around without a driver in the driver's seat, and this is all made possible by actual smart summon. Soon, this will happen everywhere, not just parking lots.

I Would Gladly Replace My 2011 Toyota RAV4, But Can't Because of V6

By Armen Hareyan on September 3, 2024 - 9:07PM

In a recent comment under our story about Toyota's reliability, one 2011 RAV4 Sport owner with a V6 engine, has had nothing but positive experiences with his vehicle. And he is not willing to part with it for this single reason.

Tool Test Reveals Surprising Craftsman Recommendation

The Craftsman Wrench Set That You Should Buy Today

By Timothy Boyer on September 3, 2024 - 6:28PM

A new review shows that at least one special subset of today's Craftsman wrenches beats Harbor Freight's Icon brand, is as good as Snap-on…and is much cheaper.

Vehicle Testing Hyundai Fan Raises Eyebrows Over New Ioniq 5 XRT Off-Road Trim

By John Goreham on September 3, 2024 - 5:11PM

Hyundai is adding an off-road trim to the Ioniq 5 product line for 2025. Here’s a skeptical look at this from the perspective of a fan of the brand and model.

Unbiased Review of the Cybertruck for Truck Shoppers

The Most Honest Tesla Cybertruck Review You Will Ever Hear

By Timothy Boyer on September 3, 2024 - 12:45PM

A respected Toyota mechanic dives into the technical aspects of what makes a Tesla Cybertruck good and not so good. Plus, the answer to a question truck shoppers need to ask before considering buying one.

My Spectacular Tesla Service Experience – Tesla Fixed My Cybertruck's Failing Front Drive Unit Inverter, Including Full Diagnostics and Subframe Disassembly in One Day

By Tinsae Aregay on September 3, 2024 - 11:07AM

A Cybertruck owner shares his satisfaction with how quickly Telsa was able to repair his truck. His Cybertruck needed a lot of work after electrocution risk was identified; however, Tesla was able to diagnose & fix the issue in a single business day.

10 Best Cars For College Students, Subaru Crosstrek Is Trekking-Fun

By Denis Flierl on September 3, 2024 - 10:54AM

Which are the best new and used vehicles for college students? Here are Kelley Blue Book's top ten picks, and I'll explain why a new or used Subaru Crosstrek should be on your shopping list.

Subaru WRX, The Last Of A Dying Breed

By Denis Flierl on September 3, 2024 - 7:46AM

The WRX performance car is synonymous with Subaru, but the sports sedan is a dying breed. Will it survive the new automotive trends? Subaru says yes.

Don't Be Surprised If The New Tesla Roadster Has SpaceX Rockets Underneath It, Allowing For Vertical Takeoff

By Jeremy Johnson on September 2, 2024 - 4:51PM

Elon Musk has stated that the new Tesla Roadster will be able to fly. I think this means it'll have an option for SpaceX rocket boosters underneath it for it to hover, as well as a rocket on the back. Here's that and more.

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