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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.

Image showing Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson and VP of Powertrain Emad Dlala during Lucid's latest Tech Talk video.
Tech Talk: Lucid's Electric Motors Are The Best In The Business
By James Walker on September 16, 2022 - 11:17AM
New Tech Talk video deconstructs the Lucid Air's motor to show how it achieves more than double the power density of Porsche and Tesla.
2023 Subaru Legacy features, specs, upgrades, pricing
The 2023 Subaru Legacy Configurator Is Now Live - New Details
By Denis Flierl on September 16, 2022 - 9:32AM
The 2023 Subaru Legacy is coming this fall. Subaru of America now has a new configurator for customers to see which trim is best for them. Check out the latest details here.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek
The Next-Generation 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Details, Images, And Videos
By Denis Flierl on September 16, 2022 - 6:55AM
Subaru Corporation introduced the 2024 next-generation Crosstrek subcompact SUV. Complete details and when it's coming to U.S. customers.
Tesla Giga Berlin
Tesla Employees Confirm Work On Giga Berlin Battery Plant Is Continuing Despite WSJ Reporting
By Tinsae Aregay on September 16, 2022 - 12:06AM
Yesterday, The Wall Street Journal reported that Tesla has decided to put on hold plans to produce 4680 cells in Giga Berlin. However, today, we have received conflicting information from individuals on the ground citing senior Tesla staff, that suggests work on the Giga Berlin battery plant is progressing according to plan.
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All-New Mustang Sets Bold New Style With Cockpit, Advanced Engine; Retains Manual
By Marc Stern on September 15, 2022 - 11:56PM
With lots of flourish and fanfare, Ford has launched the seventh generation Mustang. The launch coincided with the end of The [Ford] Stampede and the beginning of the Detroit auto show that roared back to life after three years. Some watchers have saId this might be the last generation internal-combusion engined Mustang -- well only time will tell.
Image showing the Porsche 963 testing at Daytona as it drives at high speed on the speedway banking.
Porsche 963 Hypercar Goes Testing At Daytona
By James Walker on September 15, 2022 - 6:19PM
Check out these excellent pictures of the Porsche 963 which will compete in the World Endurance Championship and the IMSA SportsCar Championship in 2023.
Tesla's New Money Printing Machine
Tesla's New Money Printing Machine
By Jeremy Johnson on September 15, 2022 - 6:05PM
Tesla has a new money printing machine and Giga Berlin expanding is delayed.
2023 Civic Type R engine image courtesy of Honda
See How Honda Civic Type R Stacks Up To Competition
By John Goreham on September 15, 2022 - 5:13PM
We chart out the horsepower, torque, and powertrain layout of the Civic Type R vs. its main competitors. Honda fans will not be disappointed.
A black Lucid Air is pictured on the assembly line at AMP-1 with its hood open.
Lucid Is Building 40-50 Cars A Day, Gets A New Buy Rating
By James Walker on September 15, 2022 - 11:00AM
Brokerage firm R.F. Lafferty says Lucid's technology gives it an edge over its competition as production finally starts to ramp up.
Tesla Contemplates A New Strategy for China Retail even As Sales Boom
Tesla Contemplates A New Strategy for China Retail even As Sales Boom
By Armen Hareyan on September 15, 2022 - 10:53AM
Image of 2023 Land Rover Defender 90 by John Goreham
2023 Land Rover Defender 90 - A Driving Experience That Will Shock You
By John Goreham on September 15, 2022 - 9:10AM
We find that the 2023 Defender 90 Carpathian Edition has surprising abilities that the Wrangler and Bronco don’t offer.
2023 Subaru Outback
Subaru Says Its 7 Millionth Vehicle Will Roll Off U.S. Assembly Line This Year 
By Denis Flierl on September 15, 2022 - 6:02AM
Subaru will make its seven millionth car at the U.S. plant this year. Check out when they are expected to hit the new milestone.
2022 Nissan Rogue Platinum FWD Review
2022 Nissan Rogue Platinum FWD Review: Doing More For Less
By Armen Hareyan on September 14, 2022 - 8:52PM
The Nissan Rogue got a handsome facelift in the 2021 model year. The 2022 model, which I had the opportunity to review, greatly impressed me. In fact, the 2022 Nissan Rogue Platinum rose to the rank of the best in its category, inviting itself into conversations with the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V of this world.
Silver Kia Sorento with cargo box mounted on roof
Asking For A Friend: When Canada Will Get More Electrified Kias
By Justin Hart on September 14, 2022 - 3:32PM
Recently, a Canadian reader asked me if I had any idea of how Kia’s electrified vehicle production is moving along and when countries might expect deliveries (and the Canadian market in particular). I reached out to Kia to see if I could get an answer and any advice for those anxiously waiting on an electrified Kia.
2022 Subaru service
Subaru Canada Dealers Score Dead Last In J.D. Power Customer Service Dept Quality
By Denis Flierl on September 14, 2022 - 10:20AM
What car brands offer the best service department quality in Canada? Check out the ten best mainstream automakers. Subaru scores dead last in the latest J.D. Power CSI study.
Image of Hyundai Ioniq 5 charging on Level 2 charger
One Important Reason To Upgrade To a Level 2 Home EV Charger
By John Goreham on September 14, 2022 - 10:10AM
If you own a BEV or PHEV and are still using a Level 1 charger, check out what this owner found when he measured and compared the energy wasted when charging with a Level 1 vs. Level 2 charger.
Image of meter socket outlet courtesy of ConnectDER
New Solution Could Save EV Owners Thousands On Home Charger Installations
By John Goreham on September 14, 2022 - 8:33AM
For many homeowners, adding an electric vehicle car charger at home is cost prohibitive due to needed service upgrades. A new product may make adding the circuit dramatically more affordable.
2022 Subaru Forester
The Subaru Forester - No Other SUV In Any Class Can Match This Stat
By Denis Flierl on September 14, 2022 - 6:28AM
Is the Subaru Forester a good pick for compact SUV shoppers? A new report from Consumer Reports says it outscores all other SUVs.
Tesla FSD
Tesla To Bring Back Updated HD Radar To Its Vehicles With Autopilot HW4 Suggests New Finding
By Tinsae Aregay on September 13, 2022 - 8:58PM
Tesla recently removed radar from the company's vehicles and moved to a camera-based pure vision system. However, today we have gotten conflicting information that suggests, Tesla is planning to bring back updated HD radar to the company's vehicles with the upcoming Autopilot Hardware 4 upgrade.
Tesla Needs a Lower Cost Model
Tesla Needs a Lower Cost Model
By Jeremy Johnson on September 13, 2022 - 8:11PM
Tesla needs a lower cost model without all the fancy features and without a frunk to be the robotaxi vehicle so that consumers can buy it now and use it as a robotaxi in the future. Here's why.
Tesla Brings Back The Cyberwhistle, Increases Price to 885 DogeCoin
By Tinsae Aregay on September 13, 2022 - 7:05PM
Tesla has once again brought back the Cyberwhistle to the company's online shop. And this time, the EV maker has increased the price of the Cybertruck-inspired whistle by 37%.
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Ford Bronco Customers Spend Up To $1,700 On Accessories
By Marc Stern on September 13, 2022 - 4:59PM
When Ford started selling the Bronco about a year ago, no one knew how popular it would become. Indeed, they have become popular as customers spend about double the amount other buyers spend on Ford's popular F-150 line.
Image showing the new Pagani Utopia photographed in a studio.
Pagani Utopia Unveiled With 864 HP V12 Engine
By James Walker on September 13, 2022 - 4:01PM
The Pagani Utopia makes driver-focused hay while the sun shines with a big V12 and no hybridization.
EV charging image courtesy of Electrify America
Why EV Experts Say The Golden Age Of Electric Cars Is Behind Us
By John Goreham on September 13, 2022 - 12:30PM
Electric vehicles are better than ever, and with every passing day, automakers big and small announce new models. So why do respected EV experts say the golden age of EVs has passed?
2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV
The New Subaru Solterra EV Is Losing Traction Fast
By Denis Flierl on September 13, 2022 - 6:38AM
The 2023 Subaru Solterra EV was scheduled to arrive in U.S. showrooms in June, but it never arrived. See how the delay sets the automaker back.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek specs, features, 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness
The All-New Next-Gen Subaru Crosstrek Preview - It’s Coming This Week
By Denis Flierl on September 13, 2022 - 5:39AM
Subaru Corporation will make a reveal on Thursday, and it will be the next-generation 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. Here is information on when and where the remodeled subcompact SUV is coming.
2022 Hyundai Tucson XRT AWD Review
2022 Hyundai Tucson XRT AWD Review: Hyundai's Off-Road Trim With Plastic Cladder
By Armen Hareyan on September 12, 2022 - 9:33PM
After recently introducing a more rugged-looking version called XRT for the Santa FE SUV in 2022, Hyundai is back in action with a similar off-road styling package for the compact 2022 Tucson model. In this review of the 2022 Hyundai Tucson XRT AWD we will take a look at the XRT off-roading trim to the Tucson line with plastic cladder, roof cross rails and exclusive wheels.
Tesla Supercharger
First Tesla Supercharger V4 Station Coming To Yuma County, Arizona
By Tinsae Aregay on September 12, 2022 - 4:33PM
A few weeks, back we got our first images of Tesla's next-generation V4 Superchargers with taller and thinner stalls. And today, we have seen plans for the first Tesla V4 supercharger station to be built in Yuma County, Arizona. The upcoming supercharger station, in addition to the new superchargers, also features solar panels and a megapack.
How Does Tesla Stack Up Against Rivian and Lucid?
How Does Tesla Stack Up Against Rivian and Lucid?
By Jeremy Johnson on September 12, 2022 - 10:22AM
Tesla, Rivian, and Lucid are the three primary EV makers in the United States. How do they stack up against each other?
2023 Subaru Ascent features, upgrades, pricing, fuel mileage
EPA Says 2023 Subaru Ascent Is One MPG Less Fuel Efficient- Here’s Why
By Denis Flierl on September 12, 2022 - 5:08AM
Is the 2023 Subaru Ascent fuel efficient? The EPA says the refreshed Ascent now gets one MPG less than the outgoing model. Find out why here.
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