Automotive News (Page 178)

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.

Do Not Make These Mistakes and Ruin Your Tesla

By Jeremy Johnson on August 10, 2022 - 7:40PM

There are 10 mistakes you can make when using your Tesla vehicle. These range from using 3rd party companies for software or hardware updates to incorrectly charging your vehicle.

Elon Musk Confirms 500-Mile Tesla Semi Will Begin Delivery This Year

By Tinsae Aregay on August 10, 2022 - 5:40PM

Tesla first unveiled the Semi back in 2017 with deliveries expected to begin in 2019. However, after years of delay, today, Elon Musk has confirmed that the 500-mile version of the Tesla Semi will start "shipping this year."

Ford Reopens Order Banks For 2023 Lightning Electric

Ford To Reopen Lightning Orders; Maintains Some Prices, Raises Others

By Marc Stern on August 10, 2022 - 3:03PM

With Ford reopening its order banks for the F-150 Lightning, the automaker is averaging a $6,000 to $8,500 increase in pricing for new models.

Image showing a design sketch for DeLorean's fictional Alpha2 roadster.

DeLorean's Alternate Timeline Produced Some Amazing Cars

By James Walker on August 10, 2022 - 2:48PM

DeLorean's reimagined history blends reality with fantasy to bridge the 40-year gap between the DMC-12 and upcoming Alpha5. Check out the DeLoreans that could have been (and one that we bet will).

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

Surprises All Around- 3 Subaru Winners, 4 Subaru Losers

By Denis Flierl on August 10, 2022 - 12:26PM

Which Subaru models perform the best in sales during the new vehicle shortages? Subaru has three winners and four losers.

Image of Toyota Proace EV courtesy of Toyota media support.

Tesla MIA on Affordable EVs In Europe - Toyota's Share At All-Time High Due To Hybrids

By John Goreham on August 10, 2022 - 9:46AM

With Tesla only offering premium-priced vehicles in Europe, vehicle shoppers looking for affordable vehicles turn to Toyota Hybrids. Here’s how hybrid vehicles continue to boost Toyota’s European market share to all-time highs.

Image of Tesla Model S driver holding phone by John Goreham

Study Finds Laws Banning Cellphone Use While Driving Mostly Ineffective

By John Goreham on August 10, 2022 - 8:24AM

A new study looks at the results following cell phone bans in three states. The results are easy to call ineffective.

2023 Subaru Ascent features, upgrades, pricing, fuel mileage

5 Most Fuel-Efficient 3-Row SUVs - Subaru Ascent Ranks Among The Top Models

By Denis Flierl on August 10, 2022 - 6:57AM

Is the 2023 Subaru Ascent fuel efficient? See where the Ascent 3-Row family hauler ranks among the most fuel-efficient new models.

Musk Just Sold Billions of Tesla Shares Nicely Timing His Sale

By Armen Hareyan on August 9, 2022 - 10:42PM

A Truthful Review of the 2022 Tesla Model S Plaid

By Jeremy Johnson on August 9, 2022 - 7:54PM

There is a review from RegularCars about the Tesla Model S Plaid and it shows that the vehicle is one of the fastest vehicles on the road - and nobody will want to race you if they see you in one.

Maserati Adds New 10-Year Warranty Option In U.S. and Canada

By John Goreham on August 9, 2022 - 12:56PM

Maserati already offers a comprehensive warranty. This new program looks to make the warranty as long as ten years.

Image of Honda Pilot TrailSport by Honda

Honda’s New TrailSport Trim For Pilot On the Way

By John Goreham on August 9, 2022 - 12:18PM

Honda has a new trim for its three-row Pilot SUV. Here’s what we expect.

Image showing a front view of the upcoming Meyers Manx 2.0 Electric

Meyers Manx 2.0 Electric: Buckets And Spades Of Charm

By James Walker on August 9, 2022 - 11:00AM

Surfer dudes and hippie chicks rejoice; the Myers Manx dune buggy is back baby.

Subaru Owners Reveal The New Model They Love Most And One They Like The Least

By Denis Flierl on August 9, 2022 - 10:36AM

How many Subaru owners would buy the exact vehicle again? See which new all-wheel-drive Subaru model is the most loved and which model is liked the least among owners.

Image if RAV4 Hybrid in Türkiye by John Goreham

Europe’s Most Populous City Has Virtually No Electric Vehicles

By John Goreham on August 9, 2022 - 10:30AM

Europe is gaining a reputation as a leading EV market, but its biggest city by population still presents a huge opportunity.

Image showing Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson with a front end module from a Lucid Air.

Lucid's CEO Spending Most Of His Time At AMP-1 Factory Aiding Production

By James Walker on August 9, 2022 - 10:16AM

It's all hands on deck at Lucid's Arizona production facility as the company strives to iron out kinks in its logistics operations.

2023 Subaru Outback features, upgrades, pricing, fuel mileage

The 2023 Subaru Outback Configurator Is Now Live - New Details

By Denis Flierl on August 9, 2022 - 6:21AM

The 2023 Subaru Outback 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.

What Tesla Wants from Canada as an Incentive for a Gigafactory

By Jeremy Johnson on August 8, 2022 - 9:44PM

Tesla wants to build a Giga factory in Ontario, Canada, but in order for that to happen, Canada is going to have to offer Tesla a very important incentive. Let's see what that is.

Lucid Air Stealth Look cars in black and white parked beside each other

Lucid Unveils Sinister "Stealth Look" Package

By James Walker on August 8, 2022 - 7:05PM

New Stealth Look package brings unique wheels and a much meaner look to Lucid's flagship EV.

Expect Suspension Problems with This Model

Avoid This Lexus Model Advises Toyota Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on August 8, 2022 - 4:26PM

While Lexus is well-known for its quality-built cars, there are cases of particular models that are prone to have problems that are especially very expensive to fix. As an example, here’s one Lexus model this Toyota mechanic advises against buying. But if you already have one, he provides some good advice on not only how to test your Lexus to see if it has this problem (or is about to develop one), but what you can do to save money toward fixing the problem.

2023 Subaru Crosstrek features, pricing, fuel mileage

The 12 Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs - Subaru Crosstrek Is Second Best

By Denis Flierl on August 8, 2022 - 12:02PM

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

2023 Subaru BRZ pricing, features, specs

Next-Gen Subaru BRZ Sales Are Up 162 Percent - It’s Not That Impressive

By Denis Flierl on August 8, 2022 - 6:59AM

The next-generation 2022 Subaru BRZ had a 162 percent jump in sales. Here's why it's not that impressive.

2022 Subaru Ascent pricing, features, fuel mileage

2022 Ascent Family Hauler Is Only One Of Two Subaru Models Up In Sales This Year

By Denis Flierl on August 7, 2022 - 2:17PM

Customers this summer still aren't waiting for the new refreshed 2023 Subaru Ascent. See why the 2022 Ascent is only one of two Subaru models that are up in sales for 2022.

Subaru Legacy is The Worst Performing Carline - Is It Time To Drop The Sedan?

By Denis Flierl on August 7, 2022 - 7:04AM

The 2022 Subaru Legacy is the worst performing carline for Subaru of America. Is it time for Subaru of America to drop the sedan?

Wall St. Journal Takes Aim At Ford Success And It Misses

By Marc Stern on August 6, 2022 - 6:56PM

We know that the news from Washington and the major world capitals slows down in August. It's the month in Europe when folks take their vacations and it is the time in Washington when everyone escapes the oppressive heat and humidity. Because life slows down appreciably, there are fewer easy headlines for reporters to write cover and write about. What better time to do a hit piece on a successful automaker like Ford?

Is The 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Winter Condition friendly?

By Harutiun Hareyan on August 6, 2022 - 6:44PM

With winter coming in the next few months for northern states, can you expect your 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid to get you through it?

Super Cruise to Double its Network of Roads

GM Will Make it Easier to "Get Your Kicks on Route 66"

By Mary Conway on August 6, 2022 - 6:25PM

GM plans to double the Super Cruise network of roads. Drivers who have Super Cruise will soon be able to go "hands-free" on parts of the iconic Route 66 and other key highways.

A 2021 Tesla Model Y, One Year and 25,000 Miles Later

By Jeremy Johnson on August 6, 2022 - 3:42PM

An owner of a 2021 Tesla Model Y shares his experience after one year and compares it to his 2020 Tesla Model Y. Here is the good and some of the bad.

California DMV accuses Tesla of deceptive practices in marketing Autopilot and Full Self-Driving options

California's Lawsuit Suggests Tesla Should Abandon Terms FSD and Autopilot

By Armen Hareyan on August 6, 2022 - 3:24PM

A Former Tesla Employee Sees a 2030 Stock Price of $26,500

By Jeremy Johnson on August 6, 2022 - 3:08PM

A former Tesla employee and another Tesla bull had a discussion about all things Tesla. FSD and Tesla Bot were the two primary things that caused this former Tesla employee to predict a 2030 stock price of $26,500.

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