Automotive News (Page 162)

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.

Ford E-Transit all-electric delivery van in use in Acton Massachusetts

Ford Extends Lead Over Rivian With Big USPS E-Transit Electric Van Order

By John Goreham on March 2, 2023 - 9:29AM

Ford’s 2023 E-Transit is the leading all-electric delivery van in production today. Ford’s new big order from the United States Postal Service will help to grow that lead.

The 2024 Subaru Outback Pricing, Model Guide And Its Most Significant New Upgrade

By Denis Flierl on March 2, 2023 - 8:18AM

Subaru announced pricing and upgrades for the 2024 Outback. Here is the complete new Outback model guide and which trim levels get the most significant price increase and further upgrades. Check the 2024 Outback report here before you buy.

If New Model Sales Are Any Indication, It Could Be A Huge Year For Subaru

By Denis Flierl on March 2, 2023 - 6:12AM

Subaru reports another sales increase in February. See which models are up, which are down, and the model that continues to run red hot.

Why Wouldn't Tesla Talk About the Compact Car During Investor Day?

By Jeremy Johnson on March 1, 2023 - 8:17PM

Tesla investor day just finished and one thing that stood out was just how little Tesla talked about the compact car.

Image showing a Lucid Studio with a red Lucid Air parked inside

Lucid Motors Awarded Military Battery Contract

By James Walker on March 1, 2023 - 7:25PM

Lucid will develop battery modules for the Department of Defense to test towards the electrification of military platforms.

Tesla Insurance: Late Night Driving Is Too Penalizing

By Jeremy Johnson on March 1, 2023 - 11:04AM

Tesla Insurance is awesome except one thing - late night driving is too penalizing.

Magic Dock Engineering Genius In Action - Rivian and Ford Charger at Tesla Supercharger

Magic Dock Engineering Genius In Action - Rivian and Ford Charge at Tesla Supercharger

By Jeremy Johnson on March 1, 2023 - 10:40AM

A Rivian and a Ford are seen charging at a Tesla Supercharger using its magic dock. It is engineering genius seeing it in action.

The Hot Used Subaru Models Now And Ones That Will Leave You Out In The Cold

By Denis Flierl on March 1, 2023 - 9:00AM

Which used Subaru models are hot now? Some used models are easy to find, and others you will be searching for longer. Check out the used Subaru report here.

Is Subaru’s First EV The New Solterra? No, Meet The 28 Year-Old Sambar EV

By Denis Flierl on March 1, 2023 - 7:03AM

Is the 2023 Subaru Solterra Compact SUV the Japanese automaker's first electric vehicle? No, and check the first Subaru EV that arrived 28 years ago.

King Of The Hammers More Than Just A Competition As It Helps Improve Ford Product

By Marc Stern on February 28, 2023 - 7:46PM

Every time an SUV gets out in Johnson Valley, it is shaken, rattled, and rolled until something happens or it doesn't. The engineering/development guys would just as soon as nothing broke, but if it does, it's okay too because the Johnson Valley is Ford's Bronco proving ground. It is also home of the King of the Hammers Competition in which the Ford Bronco scored a 1-2-3 win in the stock class.

Image showing an artist's impression of the Lucid Air's lidar system which is used for self driving.

Lucid Names AT&T As Exclusive Connectivity Provider

By James Walker on February 28, 2023 - 6:08PM

AT&T will provide connectivity services enabling a range of features across the entire Lucid lineup.

2023 Honda Pilot AWD TrailSport Review- You Had Me At Skidplates

By John Goreham on February 28, 2023 - 5:42PM

Skidplates, full-size spare tire, recovery hooks, and all-terrain tires? Yes, and much more with the 2023 Honda Pilot TrailSport.

Is Mazda Premium Class or Mainstream? Owners Answer

By John Goreham on February 28, 2023 - 3:19PM

We polled Mazda crossover owners and asked them if they think the Mazda CX-50, CX-5, and CX-30 are premium vehicles or if they are closer to mainstream models. The answer was pretty clear.

Toyota Executive Calls Refreshed 4680 Tesla Model Y “Truly A Work Of Art” Following Tear down

By Tinsae Aregay on February 28, 2023 - 2:38PM

A Toyota executive who took part in the Model Y teardown spoke with Automotive News in conditions of anonymity and said about the all-electric crossover “taking the skin off the Model Y, it was truly a work of art. It’s unbelievable.”

Car Buyers are Not Always Bound to As-Is Car Deals

Used Car Dealer Forced to Buy Back As-Is Car It Sold

By Timothy Boyer on February 28, 2023 - 2:19PM

Can you recover your losses from an "As-Is" car sold by a dealership that turned out to be a lemon? Find out now why not all "As-Is" used car sales means a used car buyer is out of luck if the car dies shortly afterward.

Do You Want Free Copper Mtn Lift Tickets? Subaru Has Them, Find Out Here

By Denis Flierl on February 28, 2023 - 11:51AM

Do you want to hit the Copper Mountain Ski Resort slopes near Frisco, Colorado? Check out how to get free lift tickets from Subaru here.

Tesla To Build Giga Factory in Monterrey, Mexico: Will Provide Much Lower Labor Costs

By Jeremy Johnson on February 28, 2023 - 11:09AM

We have word from Mexican President, Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, that Tesla is building its next giga factory in Monterrey, Mexico.

Why the Model Y Will Be the Best Selling Vehicle in the World in 2024

By Jeremy Johnson on February 28, 2023 - 10:54AM

The Tesla Model Y will be the best selling vehicle in the world in 2024 and here's why.

Why the Model 3 Is An Attractive Vehicle

By Jeremy Johnson on February 28, 2023 - 10:39AM

The Tesla Model 3 is one of the most attractive vehicles on the market. Here's why.

2023 Subaru Forester, Outback, Legacy best for tall and short drivers

CR Says 3 New Subaru Models Are Now Among The Best Cars For Tall And Short Drivers

By Denis Flierl on February 28, 2023 - 10:03AM

What are the best cars and SUVs for drivers of all sizes and shapes? Here are Consumer Reports' best new models for short and tall drivers. Also, see why two Subaru vehicles score well in both categories and one Subaru vehicle is best in one.

Image of BlueCruise in operation courtesy of Ford Media Support

Video: Consumer Reports Rates Ford BlueCruise and GM’s Super Cruise Above Tesla’s System

By John Goreham on February 28, 2023 - 9:38AM

In a new video from Consumer Reports, the group shows visually why Ford’s BlueCruise and GM’s Super Cruise hands-free driver assist systems are the best in the business. Tesla fans won't be happy.

New Street Research: $400B Tesla Model

By Armen Hareyan on February 28, 2023 - 9:15AM

Tesla Giga Berlin Is Nearing Phase One Target

Tesla's Berlin Factory Expands Operations Getting Really Close To Phase 1 Target

By Armen Hareyan on February 28, 2023 - 9:09AM

Does The Subaru Outback Have A Secret No One Can Duplicate? A New Study Says Yes

By Denis Flierl on February 28, 2023 - 7:08AM

The 2023 Subaru Outback is a big winner in the 2022 Automotive Loyalty Awards from S&P Global Mobility. And Subaru dealers also win an award. Check out the automotive loyalty report here.

Oil Stop Leak Products Vary Significantly in Their Properties

Oil Stop Leak Product Warning for Car Owners

By Timothy Boyer on February 27, 2023 - 8:49PM

Should you consider ever using any one of many oil stop leak products to slow down or stop a leak in your car? Find out now from a series of tests how a range of products compare and what could happen when you use this type of oil additive to your car.

Big Changes Coming to the Model 3, and Other Tesla Vehicles, In 2023

By Jeremy Johnson on February 27, 2023 - 8:28PM

There are big changes coming to the Tesla Model 3 in 2023 - as well as other Tesla vehicles. Here's what I expect.

CR’s 8 Cars And SUVs With The Most Comfortable Seats - Two Subaru Models Score Best

By Denis Flierl on February 27, 2023 - 2:27PM

Which cars have the most comfortable front seats? Subaru scores two new, recently upgraded models that are best in class. Check out all eight models in the latest report here.

Tesla Sweeps The Manufacturer and Make Loyalty Category, Winning 5 Awards in Total

By Armen Hareyan on February 27, 2023 - 1:15PM

Tesla Reveals Giga Berlin Has Already Reached Production Rate Of 200,000 Model Ys A Year

By Tinsae Aregay on February 27, 2023 - 12:13PM

Tesla officially inaugurated Giga Berlin only 11 months ago. However, today, the EV maker has announced that the plant has reached a Model Y production rate of 4000 vehicles a week. This gives Giga Berlin an annualized production rate of 200,000 vehicles per year.

Image of Tesla in snow courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Fact Check - Are Snow Days Better In a Tesla Model Y?

By John Goreham on February 27, 2023 - 11:06AM

A seasoned winter vehicle tester takes a close look at whether the Tesla Model Y is a vehicle that makes snow days better than other vehicles do.

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