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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.

Some Stunning Views of Giga Berlin From Maye Musk

By Jeremy Johnson on January 21, 2023 - 1:31PM

We see some stunning videos of Giga Berlin in action filmed by Maye Musk. Let's go over them.

Did the Ford Pinto Really Deserve its Reputation?

When Ford Exploded into Compact Car History

By Timothy Boyer on January 21, 2023 - 1:19PM

Would you ever consider buying a 2,000-pound compact car for $2,000? Many car shoppers did just that back in the ‘70s. Here’s a little Ford history that sheds a different light on the often-misunderstood story of the Ford Pinto.

2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Vs. Kia Sportage Hybrid. The Two Leading Hybrid SUVs On the Market Face to Face

2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Vs. Kia Sportage Hybrid. The 2 Leading SUVs Face to Face

By Harutiun Hareyan on January 21, 2023 - 12:21PM

Recently, the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid were compared against each other, and the results will shock you.

Consumer Reports OK's These Older Models

Best Used Cars and SUVs for Less Than $5,000 Recommended by Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on January 21, 2023 - 10:28AM

The used car market is tight and so are budgets. However, if you are looking for a good used car or SUV model that has proven its worth with a good track record over the past 23 years, here are some model’s analysts at Consumer Reports rate as the best deals that can be found under $5,000.

Toyota Mechanic Warns Toyota Owners About Dealership Fail

Check Engine Light Error Code Warning for Toyota Owners

By Timothy Boyer on January 21, 2023 - 9:22AM

Here’s a great example of why you have to have a second opinion when it comes to repairs from a dealership with the diagnosis that your vehicle is beyond fixing and in need of a new engine based on a check engine light error code. Plus, why having regular maintenance done on your vehicle is no guarantee that it was done correctly by a dealership and can actually make things worse for your car.

CR’s 12 Most Fuel Efficient New SUVs Now Includes A Subaru Model No One Buys

By Denis Flierl on January 21, 2023 - 7:04AM

Is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek fuel-efficient? The Crosstrek Hybrid is among the 12 best, according to an updated fuel mileage study from Consumer Reports. Check out the other 11 most fuel-efficient SUVs here.

2023 Subaru Model Reliability Ranked Best To Worst - The Winner Will Surprise You

By Denis Flierl on January 21, 2023 - 6:06AM

Is the 2023 Subaru Forester, 2023 Outback, or 2023 Crosstrek the most reliable Subaru model? The latest study from iSeeCars ranks each new 2023 Subaru model reliable score. The most reliable model may be a surprise.

Elon Musk Makes Maye Musk a Very Special Mother's Gift in Berlin

By Armen Hareyan on January 20, 2023 - 11:31PM

I love the stories when children honor their parents in a very special way. Today Tesla surprised Maye Musk with an amazing gift. Maye Musk, the mother of Tesla CEO and founder Elon Musk, was taken for a spin around Berlin, Germany in a new Tesla Model Y in a stunning Midnight Cherry Red color.

Tesla Reaps Benefits for Educational Content on Social Media: Elon Musk Confirms

By Armen Hareyan on January 20, 2023 - 11:10PM

Tesla's recent foray into Twitter has been met with resounding success. At the start of December, the electric car manufacturer began actively tweeting updates and educational content, and the response has been immediate. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has since taken to Twitter himself to confirm the success, tweeting that if companies post interesting or entertaining content, they will gain an audience rapidly.

BREAKING Toyota Limits Lexus Sales in Japan To Allocate Chips to More Toyota

Toyota Takes Action: Lexus Sales Limited in Japan to Prioritize Allocating Chips to Toyota Vehicles

By Harutiun Hareyan on January 20, 2023 - 2:24PM

Toyota sets sales cap on all Lexus sales in Japan to fight chip shortage and re-allocate cars to other markets.

Image of a Zenith Red Lucid Air GT Performance parked in the desert. The setting sun is seen behind the car, shining through its windows.

Lucid Air GT Performance Tested In California Canyons

By James Walker on January 20, 2023 - 2:12PM

Matt Farah and Zack Klapman put the Lucid Air GT Performance through its paces on beautiful canyon roads.

Supply Chain Crisis Over; Stored F-150s Begin To Get The Semiconductors They Need

By Marc Stern on January 20, 2023 - 12:20PM

Though it has slipped far into the background, the supply chain problem has impacted Ford and other automakers for at least the last two years -- until very recently, in fact. Now, as the supply of semiconductors has increased the chipless trucks that were placed into storage are getting the semiconductors they need and heading for sale.

Ford F-150 Wins Double Honors From Edmunds

By Marc Stern on January 20, 2023 - 11:26AM

The F-150 Lightning continues to garner its share of awards. This time Edmunds has named the F-150 Lightning winner of its Top-Rated Electric Award. This is the second award for the pickup line from the car-info site. In its second award of the year, the conventional Ford F-150 was honored for its many decades of innovation.

Frito Lay Shows Off Its New Tesla Semis - How Many Does It Have Now?

By Jeremy Johnson on January 20, 2023 - 11:03AM

We see a picture of Frito Lay Tesla Semi Trucks. How many of these does Frito Lay have now and are they working well?

Tesla Takes Quality Control to the Next Level at Fremont - What They Are Doing

By Jeremy Johnson on January 20, 2023 - 10:47AM

Tesla is implementing improved quality control measures at its Fremont factory. What these quality control measures are.

Despite Suit, Compact Ford Truck Still Remains Popular

By Marc Stern on January 20, 2023 - 10:38AM

One of Ford's most popular vehicles, the compact Maverick pickup, faces a class-action suit over a side curtain airbag. The suit has done nothing to dial back the compact pickup's incredible popularity.

Tesla's Superior Advantage in the EV Price War - Can Anyone Keep Up?

By Jeremy Johnson on January 20, 2023 - 10:34AM

We see a chart showing Tesla's commanding lead when it comes to EV price cuts. How big of a lead does Tesla have?

The New Solterra EV And Outback SUV To Be Evaluated By The NHTSA

By Denis Flierl on January 20, 2023 - 10:22AM

The 2023 Subaru Solterra EV and 2023 Subaru Outback midsize SUV will undergo new testing from the NHTSA. See what it means for customer safety.

Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Scores Best For 2023 - Check Out 2 Flaws Before You Buy

By Denis Flierl on January 20, 2023 - 7:24AM

The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is among the best Plug-In Hybrid models for 2023, but there may be better choices for new car shoppers. Here is why U.S. News says it makes the best of the 2023 models list even though the subcompact SUV has two significant flaws.

Tesla's Self Driving Systems Are Already Savings Lives

By Jeremy Johnson on January 19, 2023 - 11:14PM

We have a video of Tesla FSD avoiding collisions and people. This technology as it is today, is savings lives.

The Cybertruck Is Going to Ramp Past All Pickup Trucks in the U.S.

By Jeremy Johnson on January 19, 2023 - 10:56PM

With the recent spotting of the Giga Press for the Cybertruck at Giga Texas, the Cybertruck is going to ramp beyond all pickup trucks in the U.S. eventually.

Latest Flyover Shows Progress At Lucid Factory

By James Walker on January 19, 2023 - 8:01PM

Bear's Workshop is back with another drone flyover at Lucid's AMP-1 factory in Arizona.

Tesla Finally Brings Track Mode To The Fastest Production Car In The World, Recommends Upgraded Brakes

By Tinsae Aregay on January 19, 2023 - 7:06PM

After more than a year since releasing the Model S Plaid, Tesla has finally released Track Mode to the quickest production car in the world. Tesla also advises owners for the ultimate track experience, to upgrade to the Model S Plaid Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit.

Tesla Giga Berlin Has Reached 9000 Employees With 200 To 300 Being Added Every Week Reveals Economy Minister

By Tinsae Aregay on January 19, 2023 - 4:08PM

Brandenburg Economic Ministery Joerg Steinbach has revealed that Tesla's plant in Germany has reached 9000 employees and that the EV maker continues to hire 200 to 300 new employees a week.

CATL LFP Batteries Have Expiring Patents: Why This is Good for Tesla

By Jeremy Johnson on January 19, 2023 - 2:33PM

CATL LFP Batteries are supposedly having expiring patents. Why this is good for all EV makers and especially Tesla.

1,000 Times Safer Than a Human Driver - The Cybertruck With Hardware 4

By Jeremy Johnson on January 19, 2023 - 2:16PM

When the Tesla Cybertruck is released, it will supposedly have the possibility to be 1,000 times safer than a human driver with FSD and Hardware 4.

Tesla Exports Hundreds of Model 3 and Model Y to Thailand - What This Means for Tesla

By Jeremy Johnson on January 19, 2023 - 2:05PM

We see a picture of hundreds of Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles getting ready to ship to Thailand. Why this is important for Tesla.

Here’s What You Can Do If Don’t See Your Compass on Your 2023 Toyota Tacoma

Owners of 2023 Toyota Tacoma Are Scratching Heads as On-dash Compass Disappears

By Harutiun Hareyan on January 19, 2023 - 2:00PM

Owners of the brand new 2023 Toyota Tacoma are starting to see that their on-dash compass has disappeared. Why did that happen?

Tesla Giga Texas Cybertruck Readiness Is Incredibly Fast, Seem Ahead of Schedule

By Armen Hareyan on January 19, 2023 - 1:55PM

Tesla Is Making a Big Change in Its Supercharger Pricing in Europe

Tesla Is Making a Big Change in EU Supercharging: France to See a New Peak Hour Rate

By Armen Hareyan on January 19, 2023 - 10:57AM

We just learned that Tesla is lowering prices at the supercharger network in EU. According to Automobile Propre, in France the new price is 0.39/KWh during peak hrs, 0.35/KWh out of peak hrs.

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