Automotive News (Page 187)

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.

Will Subaru Drop The Impreza Sedan? Next-Gen Live Stream Will Reveal It

By Denis Flierl on November 12, 2022 - 5:41AM

It’s T-minus 5 days to the live stream reveal of the all-new 2024 Subaru Impreza at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Find out if Subaru will drop or keep the sedan body style.

Tesla Opens Its EV Connector Design to the World

By Jeremy Johnson on November 11, 2022 - 6:03PM

Tesla has released the design and documents for its EV connector so that other EV makers can utilize its connection. This is another step toward transitioning the world to sustainable energy.

Cars Designed to Drive Like a Human...Only Better

Can a Robotaxi Break the Rules of the Road?

By Timothy Boyer on November 11, 2022 - 11:59AM

Can autonomous self-driving cars be designed and programmed to break the rules of the road to perform the way car owners want? Here’s a recent look at what is currently happening with autonomous car tech that is striving to make full self-driving capabilities a reality on our roads while at the same time making the ride as human-like as possible.

Image of auto worker in Alabama courtesy of Toyota

Mazda Struggles To Keep Pace With Demand For US-Built CX-50 SUV

By John Goreham on November 11, 2022 - 9:37AM

Mazda’s newest model is being slowed by a lack of workers.

2023 Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek

The 10 Hardest To Find SUVs This Winter - 3 New Subaru Models Top The List

By Denis Flierl on November 11, 2022 - 9:31AM

Are you shopping for a new 2023 Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek? Check out the ten hardest-to-find new SUVs before you go to the car dealer this winter.

Subaru Launches The All-New REX Small SUV - You Can Only Look And Not Touch

By Denis Flierl on November 11, 2022 - 5:55AM

Subaru announced its first new compact SUV. Check out the new Subaru REX and why it’s not for U.S. customers yet.

10 Winter Driving Tips And Why Having An AWD Subaru Doesn’t Guarantee Safety

By Denis Flierl on November 10, 2022 - 9:41AM

You purchased an all-wheel-drive Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, Outback, or Ascent for its all-weather performance, but it doesn't guarantee you will arrive safely. Here are ten winter driving tips that could keep you out of the ditch.

New Test From IIHS Proves Again That Mazda Builds the Safest Vehicles

By John Goreham on November 10, 2022 - 7:52AM

For the second time, testing proves that Mazda is the brand with the safest vehicles. This time it was a test of small cars in which Mazda was the highest-rated brand.

Small Cars With The Best Side Protection - Subaru Crosstrek, Impreza Fail The Test

By Denis Flierl on November 10, 2022 - 6:05AM

How do small cars do in a new IIHS side crash test? See which models score highest and why the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek and Subaru Impreza get a failing grade.

4 Tesla Bulls Gather Around to Talk Tesla and Elon Musk

By Jeremy Johnson on November 9, 2022 - 11:30PM

There was a discussion between 4 Tesla bulls talking about Tesla, Elon Musk, and Twitter. What did they have to say?

Is This the Bottom For Tesla?

By Jeremy Johnson on November 9, 2022 - 11:06PM

Tesla has taken a nose dive in its share price recently. Is Tesla losing its ability to produce cars, losing market share, or is there some other reason the price is down? We'll discuss below.

This Is Where the Head Gasket Fails on a Prius

By Timothy Boyer on November 9, 2022 - 10:02AM

Do you ever have to worry about your Prius developing a blown head gasket problem? While the Prius is a well-made and well-designed vehicle, just like any motor under high compression and high heat conditions, a blown head gasket is always a possibility---but especially if it is a 3rd generation Prius. Here’s what a blown head gasket and the engine block looks like on a 2013 Prius with some special caveats to its repair you need to know about.

The 10 Cars Brands You Pick First - Why Subaru Is Now In Last Place

By Denis Flierl on November 9, 2022 - 8:56AM

Which car brands do new car shoppers pick first? An updated Kelley Blue Book report says that Subaru is still 10th overall and why they can't move up.

Subaru’s 9 Top Safety Picks And What It Means For New Car Shoppers

By Denis Flierl on November 9, 2022 - 5:55AM

Subaru announced today it has nine Top Safety Pick+ awards. What does it mean for customers buying a new 2023 model-year Subaru?

The Mechanics of Leaf-Drop Dictate How You Maneuver Behind The Wheel

Fall Driving Means You Have To Be Extra Careful

By Marc Stern on November 8, 2022 - 9:06PM

With the arrival of early darkness, early snows, and falling leaves drivers have to be extra careful as the seasons change.

Image of Tesla retail location showroom by John Goreham

Approaching Six Years Since “Launch” Still No Cybertruck, EV Semi, Or Roadster From Tesla

By John Goreham on November 8, 2022 - 11:59AM

Some of Tesla’s “Newest” models still haven’t arrived. Fans don’t seem to mind.

Toyota and Lexus Models Share Oil Leak Problem

The Biggest Problem with the 3.5L V6 Engine in Toyota and Lexus Models Owners Need to Know About

By Timothy Boyer on November 8, 2022 - 10:21AM

The later year (2010 and beyond) model version of the 2GR-FE engines found in popular Toyota and Lexus models is a good, solid engine except for one “Achilles' Heel.” Here is what a popular Toyota mechanic has to say about it to owners as he discusses and demonstrates what the problem is, why it is so expensive to have fixed, and your options should you own one with this problem.

2023 Subaru Forester, 2023 Crosstrek, 2023 Outback

The 2023 Subaru Model Outlook And What Customers Should Know Before You Buy

By Denis Flierl on November 8, 2022 - 9:46AM

There is good news and bad news for new car shoppers looking to buy a 2023 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, or other models. See what the 2023 forecast is and how it affects customers now.

2023 Subaru Impreza Vs All New Next-Gen Model - Why You Don’t Want To Wait

By Denis Flierl on November 8, 2022 - 7:03AM

Should you buy a 2023 Subaru Impreza now or wait for the next-generation 2024 Impreza? Here is why customers should buy now and not wait.

Blown Head Gasket Problem with this EcoBoost Engine

Ford 4-Cylinder EcoBoost Engines are Failing Says Ford Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on November 7, 2022 - 6:23PM

Here’s a recent update from a Ford mechanic on just why Ford’s 4-cylinder EcoBoost engines are failing car owners and shows what you need to look for when buying a used 4-cylinder Ford.

Image of 2023 Honda TrailSport courtesy of Honda

7 Ways Honda Made the Pilot SUV More Off-Road Rugged for 2023

By John Goreham on November 7, 2022 - 2:19PM

Honda’s new Pilot adds a lot of off-road capability for its new generation. Here are 7 ways Honda made the new Pilot better off-road.

Honda Names New '23 Pilot "King Of Car Pool Lane" - EV Owners Giggle

By John Goreham on November 7, 2022 - 12:20PM

Honda's new Pilot is many things, but "King of the Car Pool Lane" is a stretch.

Wish List of Changes for the Tesla Model Y

By Jeremy Johnson on November 7, 2022 - 11:50AM

One Tesla Model Y owner comes up with a great list of desired changes for the Tesla Model Y (and Model 3). These would be awesome changes and hopefully Tesla will listen.

Best Electric Cars & SUVs for 2023

By Timothy Boyer on November 7, 2022 - 10:01AM

Here’s the latest on the top 10 best electric cars and SUVs you can buy in 2023. Find out just how safe, reliable and range-efficient these models are that include (but are not limited to) the 2023 Tesla Model 3, the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5, and the 2023 Kia EV6 as well as their price tag costs before shopping for that new electric car or electric SUV with the help of this comparison review.

Subaru Outback Blows Away Competition For Best Small SUV In Snow This Winter

By Denis Flierl on November 7, 2022 - 7:21AM

Which Subaru model is the best all-wheel-drive vehicle for winter commutes? A new iSeeCars report says the 2023 Subaru Outback is the best small SUV for winter driving this year. Check out the latest news here.

The New Subaru Solterra Wins Its First Award - Top Five-Star Safety For A BEV

By Denis Flierl on November 7, 2022 - 6:06AM

Is the 2023 Subaru Solterra a safe vehicle for customers? Check out its new 5 Star JNCAP safety rating and how it achieved the highest result in the battery-electric vehicle category. Learn more here.

The Toyota Most Likely to be Targeted for Catalytic Converter Theft

By Timothy Boyer on November 6, 2022 - 11:27AM

Here’s everything you need to know about catalytic converter theft, and overall car theft with a quick look at which vehicles are targeted the most and why---some of which will likely surprise you.

New Or Used? Why You Don't Want To Buy A Used Subaru Legacy Now

By Denis Flierl on November 6, 2022 - 5:03AM

Should you buy a used Subaru Legacy or a new model? There is one state where you'll pay too much for a 3-year-old model. See why buying a new model is best for car shoppers now.

How To Easily Set Your Subaru’s Clock To Change Automatically With Video

By Denis Flierl on November 6, 2022 - 4:17AM

How do you set the clock in your Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent, and other new models this fall? Check out how to quickly reset your clock here.

Why Did Tesla Remove Sensors From Its Cars?

By Jeremy Johnson on November 5, 2022 - 7:22PM

Lex Fridman and Andrej Karpathy discuss why Tesla removed sensors from its vehicles. Here's what Andrej had to say.

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