Automotive News (Page 189)

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.

Tesla Can Turn the Model 3 Into Its $30,000 Hatchback

By Jeremy Johnson on December 9, 2022 - 1:52AM

There is starting to become pressure from retail investors and analysts against Tesla to make their $30,000 hatchback vehicle in order to compete in international markets and with BYD in China. Here's how I think Tesla can accomplish this.

Tesla Is Going Through a Disruptive Period of FUD

By Jeremy Johnson on December 9, 2022 - 12:59AM

Tesla is going through a period with a lot of FUD and retail investors are getting stressed. What is going on?

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4XE PHEV Offers 25 Miles of Zero Emissions Freedom

By Armen Hareyan on December 8, 2022 - 10:11PM

The all-new 2022 Grand Cherokee 4xe is the first Grand Cherokee to offer a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant. With the 2022 Grand Cherokee Overland plug-in hybrid Jeep makes an important step toward realizing its global vision of zero-emissions freedom (as they put it), and by 2025 Jeep plans to offer an all-electric Jeep vehicle in every SUV segment.

Tesla Model 3 With New Design for 2023 Spotted

By Jeremy Johnson on December 8, 2022 - 10:10PM

We see a video of a covered up Tesla Model 3 that could be the new design that is being tested for 2023.

Ford, Partner Make Significant Progress At BlueOval SK Battery Park

By Marc Stern on December 8, 2022 - 6:11PM

As Ford and its partner plow ahead in their battery factory fab, it looks like the automaker and its partner will be on track to make 88 gigawatts in the next couple of years.

Bad News For Tesla Investors As Elon Musk Is Considering Taking Out Tesla-Backed Margin Loan For Twitter

By Tinsae Aregay on December 8, 2022 - 4:25PM

Since Elon Musk announced his intention to buy Twitter, Tesla's stock price has gone down by 47% or by around $500 billion. However, there might be more bad news for Tesla investors as a new report suggests Musk is reconsidering taking out a Tesla-backed margin loan to ease Twitter's Debt burden.

The 2023 Subaru WRX Pricing And Trim Guide - No Changes Big Price Increase

By Denis Flierl on December 8, 2022 - 3:34PM

What is the price of the 2023 Subaru WRX? Subaru of America announced the sports car gets a significant price increase for each trim level, and there are no changes. Check out the details here.

Safety Features That Come Standard in Your Next Car

Consumer Reports Lists Vehicles That Come Standard with Automatic Emergency Braking

By Timothy Boyer on December 8, 2022 - 12:20PM

Looking for safety features in your next car? Here are the vehicle makes that come standard with automatic emergency braking according to a new Consumer Reports listing.

EcoBoost Engine Disassembly Demonstration

Why Ford EcoBoost Engines Fail Demonstration

By Timothy Boyer on December 8, 2022 - 10:47AM

Discover why Ford EcoBoost engines fail so much with this EcoBoost engine teardown as a mechanic shows what goes into the EcoBoost as he disassembles one that reportedly had seized from a water intrusion problem.

New Subaru Forester Is Now The Hot Model Passing Outback, Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl on December 8, 2022 - 9:31AM

Are you shopping for a new 2023 Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek? Check out the ten most researched new SUVs before you go to the car dealer this winter. The hot Forester is now the most popular Subaru SUV.

New Study Highlights the Internet’s Second Favorite EVs After Tesla

By John Goreham on December 8, 2022 - 9:07AM

We all know Tesla is the hottest EV brand in America. But which models from which brands are being searched for and discussed the most if we look past the top brand? One new study helps illustrate other EVs on consumers’ minds today.

4 Things To Know If You Wait For The Next-Gen Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl on December 8, 2022 - 6:55AM

Should customers wait for the all-new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek or buy the 2023 model? Check out four things subcompact SUV shoppers should know.

Tesla To Bring Back Updated HD Radar And Launch Autopilot HW4 In Mid-January Suggests FCC Finding

By Tinsae Aregay on December 7, 2022 - 4:16PM

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.

This Lexus is a Starter Replacement Nightmare

The Used Lexus You Want to Avoid in the Rustbelt

By Timothy Boyer on December 7, 2022 - 11:16AM

Here’s some repair advice from a Toyota mechanic that serves as a warning to used car shoppers and DIY shade tree mechanics on one used Lexus model that can be a nightmare to work on---especially if you live in the rustbelt or buy a used Lexus that previously resided there.

Watch Now, Subaru’s Wildest Florida Family Hauler Vacation Ever

By Denis Flierl on December 7, 2022 - 10:42AM

The Hoonigan Gymkhana Subaru GL Wagon is the wildest family vacation hauler they've ever built. Check out Travis Pastrana's craziest video yet in the family huckster.

Image of hands-free BlueCruise in use courtesy of Ford

Entering 2023 Tesla Is Way Behind In Hands-Free Assisted Driving

By John Goreham on December 7, 2022 - 9:30AM

The competition has passed Tesla by when it comes to automated assisted-driving technology. Here is a look at where the industry stands with regard to hands-free automated driving technology.

Subaru’s Most American Made Vehicle Is Not The New Redesigned Outback

By Denis Flierl on December 7, 2022 - 7:44AM

Which Subaru models have the most U.S.-made parts? The 2023 Subaru Outback is not the most American-Made model. See where all Subaru models rank.

The Tesla Model Y - The King of All EVs

By Jeremy Johnson on December 6, 2022 - 8:17PM

The Tesla Model Y is the king of all EVs and will be for some time. It has the perfect blend of range, performance, and space.

Image of Ford Bronco Sport in snow by John Goreham

These Are the Five Best Winter-Ready SUVs For 2023

By John Goreham on December 6, 2022 - 1:43PM

We run down the best SUVs for winter in 2023. Each of these SUVs offers equipment you will not find on the most popular SUV trims. Here is what makes them special.

Ford Lighting is Not a Winter Weather Winner

Ford Lightning EV Winter Disaster You May Want to Avoid

By Timothy Boyer on December 6, 2022 - 10:38AM

Here’s a recent take by a Ford F-150 Lightning EV owner on why it is a winter disaster compared to non-EV models that you may want to avoid. Plus, find out why you might also be better off waiting a little while longer and saving for a GM model that is predicted to be the EV truck of tomorrow that the Ford Lighting is not today.

CR Says They Don't Recommend The Next-Gen Subaru WRX - Why They Are Wrong

By Denis Flierl on December 6, 2022 - 10:08AM

Where does the 2023 Subaru WRX rank in reliability with other sports cars? See why Consumer Reports says they don't recommend the performance car. Check out where it ranks with sports cars under $40,000.

3 Subarus Are Among The 10 Cheapest New AWD Models - Why They Are The Best

By Denis Flierl on December 6, 2022 - 7:26AM

With new car prices rising and winter coming, what are the cheapest new all-wheel-drive vehicles you can buy today? Subaru has three of the ten least expensive new models, more than any car brand. See why they are the best choice for new car shoppers this winter.

Tesla Isn't Reducing Production in China

Tesla Has a Production Crisis in China

By Jeremy Johnson on December 5, 2022 - 8:02PM

There are reports of a production crisis for Tesla in China that say Tesla is reducing Model Y production by 20%. Is this true?

Tesla Shows Design Of The “Smaller, Tight Wolverine package” Cybertruck Meant For International Markets

By Tinsae Aregay on December 5, 2022 - 6:23PM

Elon Musk has said that in the future Tesla will "make an international version of Cybertruck that will be kinda smaller, kind of like a tight Wolverine package." And today we have seen our first glimpse of a smaller, 2 door Cybertruck design directly from Tesla.

Unreliable SUVs You Should Never Buy for 2023

By Timothy Boyer on December 5, 2022 - 4:01PM

Here’s the latest warning on the worst and most unreliable SUVs that you should avoid buying regarding 2023 models this winter.

Image of 2007 Toyota Highlander by John Goreham

Maint. and Repair Costs of 2007 Toyota Highlander at 120K Miles - Surprises Continue

By John Goreham on December 5, 2022 - 11:42AM

We update our long-term test of the 2007 Toyota Highlander. This time we tally up the repair and maintenance costs at 120,000 miles. The cost will shock you.

Life After The STI - We Now Know How Much Subaru Misses The Next-Gen Sports Car

By Denis Flierl on December 5, 2022 - 11:40AM

The next-generation 2022 Subaru WRX is up in sales in its ongoing rollercoaster ride. Even with its uptick, the WRX is down significantly for the year. We now have a better idea of how much Subaru misses the next-generation STI.

Image of CrossClimate2 tires courtesy of Michelin

Watch the Michelin CrossClimate2 Tire Tackle Ice-Slick Roads

By John Goreham on December 5, 2022 - 10:04AM

This video will help owners and shoppers understand just how good the Michelin CrossClimate2 tire is on a wintery icy road.

Your Toyota Won’t Start This Winter? Try This First Before Going to a Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on December 5, 2022 - 9:56AM

Here’s a reminder of one of the simplest and most common no-start conditions you may experience with your Toyota someday that can fool you.

2023 Subaru Ascent Sales Pick Up With Its New Severe Winter Driving Upgrades

By Denis Flierl on December 5, 2022 - 7:28AM

The Subaru Ascent sales pick up before winter officially arrives. Check out the new report and why 3-Row SUV shoppers buy the 2023 Ascent 3-Row SUV for severe weather.

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