Automotive News (Page 17)

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.

I Completed My First Long-Distance Trip With Commercial Charging in My Rivian R1T While Testing the Tailgate Bike Pad and Learning Valuable Road Trip Lessons

By Narek Hareyan on March 6, 2025 - 9:58PM

From a shaky start with a tailgate bike pad to a game-changing realization about EV trip planning, my first long-distance journey in a Rivian R1T was packed with surprises, read on to uncover the must-know road trip lessons every EV owner should learn.

Image of the front of the Aptera, showcasing it's Lambo style doors, and solar panels on nose

“100 Wh Per Mile Is Crazy”: Aptera’s Solar EV Breaks Efficiency Records in Mojave Desert Testing, But Skepticism Remains

By Mikey Garcia on March 6, 2025 - 4:42PM

‘100 Wh per mile is crazy,’ says one fan of the Aptera Solar EV, which just broke efficiency records in Mojave Desert testing. With up to 40 miles of solar range daily, it’s a game-changer, but delays leave many wondering if it will it ever hit production

A Tesla Cybertruck Buyer Says He Took Delivery of a Defective Truck Because Tesla Promised Him It Would be an Easy Fix, However, His Truck Returned Even More Damaged After a Service Visit

By Tinsae Aregay on March 6, 2025 - 2:56PM

A Cybertruck owner accepted delivery of a defective truck, believing Tesla could easily fix the issues. However, he discovered there was no service opening for a month. Even worse, after a long wait, Tesla returned his Cybertruck even more damaged.

Image of Chevrolet Bolt battery-electric car with flat tire used with permission

I Pulled My Bolt Electric Vehicle Into a Parking Spot, Heard a Hissing Sound, Saw the Tire Was Rapidly Losing Air, and I Don’t Have a Spare - I’m a Teacher and Can’t Deal With This - I need Help

By John Goreham on March 6, 2025 - 10:54AM

We paraphrase a Chevrolet Bolt EV owner who discovered that the vehicle did not have a spare tire. Many EV owners are frustrated to find out that a simple flat tire can result in their vehicle being towed and then out of service for quite some time.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says There is a Strange Odor Inside the Truck’s Cabin – Adds, “It Smells Like Melting Electric Wires”

By Tinsae Aregay on March 6, 2025 - 9:16AM

A Cybertruck owner reports that he charged his truck above 80% for the first time and began to notice a strange odor inside the cabin. He adds that the smell resembles that of an electrical wire harness melting.

My 2021 Hyundai Palisade Needs A New Engine and Hyundai Says They Won’t Cover It Because I Was 2,000 Miles Over For an Oil Change

By Denis Flierl on March 6, 2025 - 7:17AM

What happens when a 2021 Hyundai Palisade has an engine failure and is still under the factory warranty? It's covered if you are the first owner, but what happens to a customer if they are the second owner? Here is what all Hyundai owners need to know.

2025 Toyota Tundra Owner Says, “I’ve Already Had Backup Camera and Seat Reset Problems, and the Camera is Not Engaging at Stop Lights, But We Still Love Our Truck

By Denis Flierl on March 6, 2025 - 6:27AM

The 2025 Toyota Tundra is packed with technology, and it's great when it works. However, Jonathan bought a 2025 Tundra Limited, and some things are already going haywire. Here are his issues. Are other owners experiencing the same problems?

How the 2025 GMC Sierra EV Proved Its Mettle on Range and Ride, Commenters say it Beats Tesla Estimates

By Nicholas Muhoro on March 6, 2025 - 4:38AM

Mel Coleman, a member of an open GMC Sierra EV Facebook group, performed a road test with his 2025 purchase. It exceeded expectations on range despite cold weather and winding roads.

I Finally Completed My 2024 Ram 2500 Laramie Night Edition’s Exterior Upgrades, New Wheels, Lights, Flares, Mudflaps, and a Tougher, More Aggressive Look

By Narek Hareyan on March 5, 2025 - 9:44PM

From Michigan's weather to mudflap mastery, see how one truck enthusiast transformed his 2024 Ram 2500 and discover the hidden details that could change how you upgrade your ride.

Rivian’s Hands-Free Driving Is Making Progress but Gen 1 Owners Are Concerned Driver+ Still Lacks the Confidence They Expect

Rivian’s Hands-Free Driving Advances, but Gen 1 Owners Feel Abandoned as Driver+ Struggles to Inspire Confidence

By Narek Hareyan on March 5, 2025 - 8:22PM

Rivian’s hands-free driving is evolving, but frustrated Gen 1 owners feel left behind, does Driver+ inspire confidence, or is it still too unreliable? Read on to see what owners are saying and share your experience.

I've Owned Both a BMW M2 Comp and a Lexus IS-F, But Here's Why My Automatic GR Corolla Is The Most Fun Car I've Ever Had (And Yes, It Makes Funny Noises)

By Noah Washington on March 5, 2025 - 3:03PM

Comparing the Toyota GR Corolla to a BMW M2 sounds like an odd choice, but hear us out.

A Tesla Fan Says He Wants to Give Direct Financial Assistance to the EV Maker by Accepting a Lousy Trade-in Offer – Adds, “I’m Super Happy Tesla Will Pocket the Difference”

By Tinsae Aregay on March 5, 2025 - 9:15AM

In a first-of-its-kind act of philanthropy, a Tesla fan says he will be accepting a lower trade-in offer from Tesla than he can get otherwise. His reason is that he wants to help Tesla financially & adds “I’m super happy Tesla will pocket the difference.”

I Refused to Pay Tesla's $1,633 Headlight Quote - Found One for $320 on eBay and I'm Doing It Myself (With Pictures of My First DIY Tesla Repair)

By Noah Washington on March 5, 2025 - 8:58AM

How I plan on fixing my Tesla Model Y's headlight under the quoted price.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “The Massive Negativity Against Tesla Is Actually Fueling More Curiosity and Exposure, and Working In the Cybertruck’s Favor"

By Denis Flierl on March 5, 2025 - 7:44AM

Cybertruck and Tesla haters fuel curiosity, and it's working in the automakers' and the controversial truck's favor. This is what one Cybertruck owner says. Check out Marcus Reno's insightful comments and see if you agree or disagree.

Ford Boss Speaks Out About the F-150 Lightning, “Ford Keeps Trying to Reinvent the Wheel For Something That’s Been Very Successful For Many, Many Years”

By Denis Flierl on March 5, 2025 - 6:44AM

Ford has returned to delivering its F-150 Lightning EV trucks directly to dealers rather than storing them at regional hubs while awaiting customer orders. Here is what F-150 Lightning and all Ford EV buyers need to know.

My Mazda MX-5 Miata Is Having Transmission Issues. Dealer Can Fix It, But Only If I Remove A Modification That Improves The Driving Experience

By Dimitar Angelov on March 5, 2025 - 1:41AM

It is a recurring issue that plagues multiple model years of the Mazda MX-5 Miata. The issue is well-documented, but dealerships will fix it only under certain circumstances.

I Love What Elon Musk Is Doing, So Much So, We Went And Bought A New Tesla Model Y To Show Our Support

By Armen Hareyan on March 4, 2025 - 7:47PM

Troy Batastini’s love for Elon Musk’s vision drove him to buy a Tesla despite protests. While some EV supporters hit the gas, others pump the brakes on this EV debate.

Vietnamese Carmaker VinFast’s Rapid Expansion Faces Challenges as Owners Say It’s ‘a Bit of a Pain, but Worth It’

By Mikey Garcia on March 4, 2025 - 6:52PM

Vietnamese automaker VinFast expands rapidly in the EV market with models like VF8 & VF9, praised for affordability but faces software glitches & reliability issues.

Image of an empty Tesla dealership in Peabody, MA by John Goreham

Tell Us We Are Wrong - U.S. EV Deliveries Will Drop in 2025 and See the Lowest Market Share in Three Years - We Lay Out the Facts On EV Production and Factors Hurting EVs to Make Our Case

By John Goreham on March 4, 2025 - 5:13PM

Electric vehicles face not just headwinds in 2025 but a hurricane of problems. Here’s why we see EV market share in America dropping back to levels of a few years ago.

Image shows Tesla inventory page with steep discounts on new 2025 Tesla Model Y

In a Sign of Pure Panic, Tesla Has Resorted to 0% Financing and Crazy 20% Discounts on New Model 3 and Model Y Vehicles In America to Keep Afloat - Is This the End of Tesla?

By John Goreham on March 4, 2025 - 2:33PM

Tesla is about to see massive reductions in American market deliveries. To help put a tourniquet on the possibly fatal bleeding, Tesla is reaching into the bag of tricks dealers have used for a century to push unwanted cars off the lot.

We Are Switching from Tesla to Rivian and Seeking Advice on the R1S Experience Tech Differences Comfort and Whether to Wait for the 2026 Model

By Narek Hareyan on March 4, 2025 - 11:49AM

After 10 years with Tesla, Aleksandr and Austin are exploring Rivian, should they switch now or wait for 2026? Join the discussion

I Picked Up a 2025 Rivian R1S Tri This Weekend and Looking Into the Best Wall Charger Option and How Regen Braking Functions

By Narek Hareyan on March 4, 2025 - 11:12AM

I just got a Rivian R1S and discovered key insights about home charging, regenerative braking, and what every new owner should know before taking delivery.

Tesla Tells a New Cybertruck Buyer to Schedule a Service Appointment for a Vehicle He Hasn’t Even Taken Delivery Of – He Says, “This is un-American; I Didn’t Even Have a Honeymoon Period; I’m Taking Tesla to Court!”

By Tinsae Aregay on March 4, 2025 - 9:19AM

A Cybertruck buyer who was instructed to schedule a service appointment for a Cybertruck he has yet to receive says he’s taking Tesla to court. He adds, “This is un-American,’ and he didn’t even have a honeymoon period with his brand new Cybertruck.

I Bought My 2022 GMC Yukon Denali New, and 31K Miles In It’s At the Dealer Waiting For a New Engine, Thank Goodness For a Warranty

By Denis Flierl on March 4, 2025 - 7:28AM

Here is another story of a 2022 GMC Yukon Denali with only 31,000 miles sitting at the dealer waiting for a new engine. Is this a common problem for the GM 6.2-liter engine? Here is what GMC Yukon owners need to know.

I Walked Into the Toyota Service Department and Was Shocked, It Was Toyota Tundra Engine Replacement Day

By Denis Flierl on March 4, 2025 - 6:42AM

How is the Toyota Tundra engine replacement going? It's underway now at all Toyota dealers nationwide. Here is what some owners say about the process and information that all 2022 and 2023 Tundra owners want to know.

A new Audi R8 will arrive in the next 2 years

Supercar Fans Can Rejoice As The Audi R8 Is Not Going Away After All. However, It Will Be Different

By Dimitar Angelov on March 4, 2025 - 2:42AM

The future of the Audi R8 will not involve a V-10, but it will also not be a fully electric supercar, as the latest developments prompted Audi to backtrack on its electrification strategy.

Tesla Cybertruck FSD Experience Saves a Life

FSD Saved a Life Last Night―Tesla Cybertruck Owner Shares a Story That Begs An Important Question for Anyone Using FSD

By Timothy Boyer on March 4, 2025 - 12:00AM

Would you always trust Tesla FSD when it looks like it is about to make a mistake in traffic?

I Just Got a Rivian R1S and Noticed a Clicking Sound, Suggesting a Potential Issue Other Owners Have Experienced Before

By Narek Hareyan on March 3, 2025 - 6:21PM

New Rivian R1S owners are reporting a mysterious clicking sound while driving, revealing a common yet puzzling quirk that has the community buzzing with insights and experiences.

I Traded in My 2024 Tesla Model X for a Rivian R1T Over the Weekend, The Build Quality Is Miles Ahead, Rattles, Squeaks, and I Couldn’t Be Happier with My Decision

By Narek Hareyan on March 3, 2025 - 5:43PM

After battling constant rattles and squeaks in his brand-new Tesla Model X, one owner made the ultimate switch to a Rivian R1T, and now, he says the build quality is miles ahead with zero regrets. Could Rivian be the better choice? Read on to find out.

A light blue Honda Prologue travels down windy, wooded road

I’ve had my Prologue for 3 weeks now and have been charging at home with no problems, but I tried to charge in public at 4 different charging stations that were working and my car would not start charging

By Mikey Garcia on March 3, 2025 - 5:37PM

Honda’s Prologue is a stunning EV, but will charging nightmares could leave you stranded! Can Honda fix this fatal flaw before it’s too late?

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