Automotive News (Page 165)

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.

Best SUVs Available Today Recommended by Consumer Reports

10 Best SUVs You Can Buy Right Now

By Timothy Boyer on January 26, 2023 - 2:33PM

Here’s your chance this month to choose a great SUV at a good price with this Consumer Reports recently released list of their recommended best of the best new SUV choices available today.

Ford Gives Bronco Customers Options For Waiting

By Marc Stern on January 26, 2023 - 2:25PM

For the last couple of years, since the order books were opened, many Ford Bronco customers have had to wait until there was sufficient supply to allow the automaker to turn customer reservations into full orders. That hasn't happened, as Ford doesn't have the inventory to meet the demand. Ford will offer customers options if they don't want to wait.

Akio Toyoda with once of its legacies: the Toyota bZ4X EV

Akio Toyoda's Shock Resignation: 4 Surprises and 1 Fear That H The Auto Industry Buzzing

By Harutiun Hareyan on January 26, 2023 - 1:52PM

After the surprise resignation of Toyota President, Akio Toyoda, who bears the name of the brand, critics say they are utterly surprised.

Ford Offers Remote Pickup, Delivery For Repairs, Mobile Service

By Marc Stern on January 26, 2023 - 11:41AM

Ford has begun a new service that allows customers to have their vehicles picked up and dropped off for service. The new service follows a J.D. Power Study on customer satisfaction. The program also allows customers to have mobile service, as well.

Image of Tesla Model 3 rental cars courtesy of the Hertz Media Support Page

Five Reasons Not to Rent a Tesla Model 3

By John Goreham on January 26, 2023 - 10:50AM

If you are headed out on a vacation or business trip and will rent a car as an experiment, here are five reasons why you may wish to skip the Tesla Model 3 battery-electric vehicle.

E-Brakes Fail When Electrical System Fails

This New Car Feature Will Kill You Warns Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on January 26, 2023 - 10:45AM

Car features are supposed to make your ride more enjoyable and safer. However, sometimes new features are well designed with the latest tech…but not so well conceived during its planning stages. Here’s the latest about one new car feature that this mechanic says will get thousands of car owners killed.

Chart of Renal Car Problems Courtesy of Finance Buzz

Here’s Why You Should Always Rent a Car Equipped With a Spare Tire

By John Goreham on January 26, 2023 - 9:36AM

A new study about rental car dissatisfaction has important tips about being safe on your vacation or business trip.

Affordability - Only One Subaru SUV Is A Best Value Pick For 2023

By Denis Flierl on January 26, 2023 - 6:14AM

What is the best 2023 Subaru Crosstrek trim level? Cars.com says one Crosstrek trim is best, and there are four reasons.

Subaru Crosstrek Vs. Kia Seltos - KBB Says Crosstrek Is Not The Best Buy

By Denis Flierl on January 26, 2023 - 5:22AM

Is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek or the 2023 Kia Seltos the best subcompact SUV in a head-to-head competition? See why Kelley Blue Book says the Crosstrek is not the best buy this year.

Tesla Cybertruck Will Start in 2023, But a Major Factor Won't Begin Until 2024

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2023 - 9:26PM

Tesla Cybertruck production is set to begin this summer: CEO Elon Musk confirms at Q4 Earnings Cal, but what matters is the production ramp, which is a different story.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Drops Mind-Blowing Product Teaser During Earnings Call

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2023 - 7:58PM

Tesla's Q4 2022 Earnings call just ended, leaving investors and fans alike in a frenzy. CEO Elon Musk teased a major announcement, saying, "We have other products in development. We're not going to reveal them today, but It will blow people's minds when people see them."

Tesla Autopilot Falls To 7th Place On Consumer Reports Test, Says Autopilot Hasn’t Improved Since 2014

By Tinsae Aregay on January 25, 2023 - 5:37PM

Consumer Reports, in its latest test of Active Driver Assist software by 12 manufacturers ranked Tesla number 7 writing “Tesla autopilot falls to midpack as other high-tech systems improve.” Consumer Reports adds saying "that’s because Tesla hasn’t changed Autopilot’s basic functionality much since it first came out."

Consumer Reports Recommends these 5-Year-Old SUVs

Used Cars: Most Reliable 5-Year-Old Midsized SUVs Recommended by Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on January 25, 2023 - 5:05PM

Here’s a summary of the recommended best used midsized SUVs that hit the sweet spot where reliability, size, and 5-year depreciation make these midsized SUVs very attractive for smart shoppers.

Tesla Reports on Q4, 2022 Earnings - Beating Expectations

By Jeremy Johnson on January 25, 2023 - 4:18PM

We have the results of Tesla's Q4, 2022 earnings. Tesla continued to break records and beat analyst estimates.

Edmunds Names The Ford F-150 Lightning The ‘Best of the Best’

By Marc Stern on January 25, 2023 - 4:03PM

For the second time in as many weeks, Ford's F-150 Lightning has been honored by Edmunds, a trusted name in car-buying. In a brand-new award, the Lightning has been honored as Edmunds' "Best of the Best."

Side view of the McLaren Formula E car taken at sunset in Mexico City. The angular Gen 3 racers are the first to feature AWD.

Lucid's Motors Are Powering Formula E Race Cars

By James Walker on January 25, 2023 - 3:58PM

Lucid reveals that its advanced e-motors can now be found in Gen 3 Formula E cars.

Is The Left Coming for Your Pickup Truck?

By Timothy Boyer on January 25, 2023 - 11:51AM

Today’s news raises concerns that pickup trucks like the Ford F-150 should and will become a thing of the past because they have become bigger, bulkier, and more dangerous.

A Close Up Look at the Tesla Semi Battery

By Jeremy Johnson on January 25, 2023 - 11:02AM

We see a picture that shows the Tesla Semi battery for the first time. Let's go over what it is.

Some of the Biggest Concerns With Tesla

By Jeremy Johnson on January 25, 2023 - 10:46AM

Tesla is going to report on their earnings today and we see some of the biggest concerns with Tesla being outlined. Here they are, along with the solutions to each.

Elon Musk Just Confirmed Another Use for Tesla’s 4680 Batteries

Tesla 4680 Is Changing the Game Again, Elon Musk Confirms 4680 Battery Cells to Power More than Just Cars!

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2023 - 10:42AM

Tesla has been the leader in the electric vehicle industry for years and it looks like they are about to extend their lead even further. Tesla CEO Elon Musk last night announced that the company's 4680 battery cells would not only be used for electric cars, but also for Tesla Energy's battery storage products. This news is great for Tesla as it shows that the mass production of the 4680 cells has been solved.

2023 Subaru Forester Vs. Forester Wilderness

2023 Subaru Forester Vs. Wilderness - Why You Don’t Want Either Model This Year

By Denis Flierl on January 25, 2023 - 10:04AM

Should you buy the 2023 Subaru Forester or the more rugged Forester Wilderness trim level? Here's why you don't want to buy either model this year.

The Best New Cars This Year And Why Subaru Gets No Respect

By Denis Flierl on January 25, 2023 - 7:40AM

Where are the Subaru models in the three top new automotive rankings of the best new cars for 2023? The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, and Forester are all missing. The automotive media ignores the Crosstrek, Outback, Forester, and Solterra. Here's why.

Tesla's New Plan Includes a Special New Factory For 4680 Battery Production

By Armen Hareyan on January 24, 2023 - 11:24PM

Today Tesla announced the location of its next two gigafactories in Nevada. The main news is that it's for the production of Tesla Semi, which most people thought was going to be produced at Giga Texas. However, Tesla's plan also includes a new factory for the production of 4680 battery cells, which is a significant leap forward by Tesla.

Aptera's 1,000 Mile EV Shows Off Launch Edition - How Fast Will It Charge?

By Jeremy Johnson on January 24, 2023 - 7:54PM

Aptera has a 1,000 mile EV and they just released a video showing the launch edition of their product. This is one of the versions a customer can pre-order.

NHTSA Successfully Closes The Book On Ford Explorer Exhaust Leak Probe

By Marc Stern on January 24, 2023 - 4:24PM

After more than six years, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has closed the books on a probe of 1.46 million Ford Explorers over exhaust fumes. Ford issued a Service Action Plan, which was applied to many vehicles. They found the issue was due to some upfitting.

Hybrids Provide the Best Fuel Efficiency

Best Fuel-Efficient Cars Under $35,000 Recommended by Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on January 24, 2023 - 4:15PM

Here’s the latest selection from Consumer Reports on what they found to be 11 models that achieve at least 32 mpg based on their overall fuel-economy test results.

Following Recent Price Cuts Tesla Model 3 & Y Now Qualify For Germany’s €6,750 EV Incentive

By Tinsae Aregay on January 24, 2023 - 4:07PM

Following the recent price cuts in Germany, which reduced the Model 3s starting price by 6000 euros and the Model Y's starting price by 9,100 euros, the company's best-selling vehicles now qualify for an EV incentive in the country. According to Tesla, now both the Model 3 & Y qualify for the full €6,750 EV Incentive.

Hundreds of Front Giga Castings Outside Giga Berlin - Model Y Production In Full Force

By Jeremy Johnson on January 24, 2023 - 2:44PM

We see a picture of hundreds of Model Y Giga castings just outside Giga Berlin. The Model Y production ramp is in full force.

Tesla Just Raised Prices on the Model Y - Why This Was a Good Thing

By Jeremy Johnson on January 24, 2023 - 11:18AM

We see that Tesla just raised prices on the Model Y. This is a good thing for Tesla to do right now - here's why.

Subaru Is Not The Best At Much, They Are Tops In Attracting And Keeping Nomads

By Denis Flierl on January 24, 2023 - 10:51AM

Are you a nomadic car buyer who is one and done? Check out a new report and see why the Subaru brand could be better, but they are among the best car brands in attracting and retaining nomadic customers.

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