Automotive News (Page 198)

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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 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

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: 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.

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?

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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F-150s Don't Have To Be New To Be Solid Values

By Marc Stern on September 11, 2022 - 8:03PM

Although we would all like to have new F-150s sitting n our driveways, their cost today may preclude that option. Here is an option to consider and another to reject.

Tesla AI and FSD Will Soon Surpass Human Drivers

By Jeremy Johnson on September 11, 2022 - 4:09PM

Tesla AI and FSD will soon surpass the average human driver and it won't even be close. I expect by December of 2023, that we'll see FSD available to anyone with a Tesla and the first robotaxi rides start to happen.

2023 Subaru Outback features, upgrades, pricing, fuel mileage

2023 Subaru Outback Rolls Off The Assembly Line Now - How You Can Get One

By Denis Flierl on September 11, 2022 - 2:42PM

Subaru announced the 2023 Subaru Outback is now rolling off the assembly line. When can customers get one?

Tesla's Don't Cost Too Much

By Jeremy Johnson on September 11, 2022 - 10:26AM

Tesla's don't cost too much, even with the Model 3 RWD costing around $47,000 today. Let's do a comparison with ICE cars and show why Tesla and EV's will continue to grow in sales.

Subaru's New Future Product Updates And What's In The Pipeline

By Denis Flierl on September 11, 2022 - 7:32AM

When will the next-generation Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent, and other new Subaru all-wheel-drive models be available for customers? Here are the complete Subaru of America future product pipeline updates.

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Ford To Halt Sales of Transit Connects Next Year

By Marc Stern on September 10, 2022 - 1:16PM

Ford has decided to eliminate sales of Transit Connect compact vans next year. Planning now calls for the automaker to make up any lost sales with an expanded family of full-sized Transit vans.

Are Subaru JDM Models Higher Quality That Those Made In The U.S? J.D. Power Says No

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2022 - 11:51AM

How do Subaru vehicles made in Japan rank in initial vehicle quality compared with their U.S. models? Check out the new 2022 J.D. Power Japan Initial Quality Study results.

2022 Subaru Outback, Outback Wilderness features, specs, pricing

Subaru Outback Is Now At The Top Of All New Midsize SUVs This Year

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2022 - 6:42AM

The 2022 Subaru Outback is now among six new models with extraordinary success. See how the Outback rose to the top of all midsize SUVs.

Image of Ford F-150 Lightning by John Goreham

$39,974 Ford F-150 Lightning - Can It Really Cost So Little?

By John Goreham on September 9, 2022 - 1:37PM

We happened past a new Ford F-150 Lightning at a local fall fair. The price was shockingly low. Can this be real?

Tesla To Start Mining Its Own Lithium

By Jeremy Johnson on September 9, 2022 - 10:39AM

Tesla will likely start to mine its own Lithium, according to reports, and this will be part of Master Plan Part 3 from Elon Musk.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing

Subaru Crosstrek Is 2nd Among Skyrocketing Small SUVs, So Which Is First?

By Denis Flierl on September 9, 2022 - 9:51AM

The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek is among the skyrocketing subcompact SUVs. See where it ranked among the top models last year and where it's headed in 2022.

2022 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

Subaru Forester Vs. Ford Bronco Sport - CR Says There's A Clear Winner

By Denis Flierl on September 9, 2022 - 6:55AM

How does the 2022 Subaru Forester compare with the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport? A new report from Consumer Reports says the Forester is the best choice and beats the Bronco Sport. See why here.

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