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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.

My Car Blows Hot Air with the AC Set Cold and Turns On the Steering Wheel Heater in Summer, But I Finally Figured Out Why

By Narek Hareyan on March 28, 2025 - 9:13PM

My Rivian kept blowing scorching hot air and activating the steering wheel heater in summer, but after uncovering the bizarre reason behind it, I realized countless other owners might have the same hidden issue.

The Aston Martin and Curv Racing AMR-C01-R: Your (Relatively) Sensible Aston Martin, Think Of It As Perfect Addition To The Ultimate Man Cave

By Rob Enderle on March 28, 2025 - 6:47PM

The Aston Martin and Curv racing simulator may be the least expensive new Aston Martin you can buy. It is relatively cheap to own and safe to drive, making it the perfect addition to the ultimate man cave.

Grok-generated AI Image created by John Goreham

America Enters A Wacko Period Where We Put 25% Tariffs On the Same Cars We Then Offer $7,500 Tax Incentives For, Please Tell Us How This Makes Sense

By John Goreham on March 28, 2025 - 5:25PM

The Chevrolet Equinox EV is an odd duck. Starting this week, the Mexican-made General Motors electric vehicle will seemingly qualify for both a 25% import tariff and simultaneously a 23% tax credit.

The Day I Bought My Cybertruck I Liked It So Much, On My Drive Home Decided My Dad Was More Deserving Of It Than I

By Armen Hareyan on March 28, 2025 - 2:50PM

A brand-new Cybertruck, a son’s heartfelt decision, and a father who spent his life giving to others. This is the kind of story that restores your faith in love, gratitude, and the joy of giving.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says, “Toyota Was Once Hated In America, Buyers Were Ridiculed and Insulted For Driving a Japanese Car, Now, My Cybertruck Is In the Exact Same Situation”

By Denis Flierl on March 28, 2025 - 1:15PM

Remember when Americans despised Toyota? It was unpatriotic to own a Japanese car. They were small, cheap, and even hated. How things have changed, as Toyota is the largest carmaker in the world. The Tesla Cybertruck is now in the same situation.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says Carvana Offered Him $59,400 for his 3 Month Old Cybertruck With Only 2,000 Miles – “A Few Weeks Ago They Were Offering $80,000”

By Tinsae Aregay on March 28, 2025 - 10:27AM

A Tesla Cybertruck owner reports that Carvana quoted him $59,400 for his three-month-old Cybertruck, which has merely 2,000 miles. Other Cybertruck owners note, “Weeks prior, they offered $80,000 for a non-Foundation Cybertruck with 9,000 miles.”

Female Tesla Cybertruck Owners Share Their Experience of Daily Driving a Cybertruck – “I Avoid Eye Contact With Other Drivers on The Road”

By Tinsae Aregay on March 28, 2025 - 9:28AM

Female Tesla Cybertruck owners share their experiences of driving the all-electric truck daily. Several grandmothers and mothers weigh in, with some sharing their strategies for avoiding confrontation, stating, “I avoid eye contact with other drivers."

I Bought A 2020 Toyota Camry and They Scammed Me With a $724 Per Month Car Payment, How Do Car Dealers Sleep At Night?

By Denis Flierl on March 28, 2025 - 7:28AM

Picture yourself at 19 years old; you find a car you want, and the dealer makes you a deal. Now, you have a $724-a-month car payment for five years. Did the dealer take advantage of you? Here is Liz's story and her warning for all young car buyers.

I Am Strongly Considering a Purchase of a 180,000-Mile Silverado, And The High Mileage, While Concerning, Isn't Deterring Me Yet

By Narek Hareyan on March 27, 2025 - 9:51PM

I'm seriously tempted to buy a Chevy Silverado with nearly 200,000 miles, but there's one crucial thing holding me back, and I need your advice.

So I Installed a Rubicon Hood On My Jeep Wrangler Sport, But It Turned Out I Offended A Guy Who Was in a Rubicon, Saying I Shouldn't Have It on My Sport

By Armen Hareyan on March 27, 2025 - 7:30PM

Picture this: a Jeep Wrangler Sport owner decides to swap out his hood for something a little flashier, and suddenly, he’s got a Rubicon guy angry over it.

Blue BMW M3 with man standing next to it

My New BMW M3 Competition xDrive Costs Less to Insure Than My Wife's X5, State Farm's Explanation Surprised Me

By Noah Washington on March 27, 2025 - 6:57PM

After shopping around for insurance quotes on my new BMW M3 Competition xDrive, I was shocked to discover it would cost less to insure than my wife's X5.

Why One Well-Respected Publication Calls the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L the 'Best Large SUV for Families'

By Mary Conway on March 27, 2025 - 5:21PM

Extra legroom and cargo space helped the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L drive off with the award for 'Best Large SUV for Families'.

My Brand New 2025 Rivian R1S Restarted Twice Today While I was Sitting In It

By Narek Hareyan on March 27, 2025 - 4:35PM

My brand new 2025 Rivian R1S rebooted itself twice while parked, here’s why I think every electric vehicle owner should pay attention and how this seemingly minor issue might hint at something bigger.

I Rented a 2022 Tesla Model 3 From Hertz For $325 Per Week to Drive For Uber, Is It Worth It? In My Opinion Yes

By Denis Flierl on March 27, 2025 - 10:41AM

Hertz wants to make money on its Tesla Model 3 and Model Y fleet, which aren't sold yet, and they devised a plan for Uber drivers to rent one weekly. An Uber driver thinks it's a great idea. However, it may not be. Here is what Uber drivers need to know.

A Cybertruck Owner Shows His Truck Rescuing A Ford F-150 Stuck in Canadian Snow – Most Tesla Fans Celebrate, However, Some Question if the Video was Staged

By Tinsae Aregay on March 27, 2025 - 9:39AM

Tesla fans celebrate after a Cybertruck was spotted rescuing a Ford F-150 stranded in Canadian snow; However, doubts about the video's authenticity have emerged, even though the Cybertruck owner insists the Ford F-150 was truly stuck.

Image of 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T Stage 1 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 N by John Goreham

So I Drove Both: Dodge Charger Daytona R/T Stage 1 vs. Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, and Here's Which Electric Muscle Car Won My Heart for $70K

By John Goreham on March 27, 2025 - 8:54AM

We’ve just tested two of America’s very best performance EVs. The 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T Stage 1 and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N are both fantastic but have vastly different personalities. Which is best for you?

I Bought a 2020 Bolt with a Replaced Battery But It's Still Limited to 80% Charge, Dealer Says That's Normal, But I Need Proof It's Not

By Noah Washington on March 27, 2025 - 8:19AM

My frustration with GM continues to grow after purchasing a 2020 Bolt that recently had its battery replaced under recall. Despite the new battery, the dealer insists on keeping the 80% charging limit in place.

Are Garage Cats a Good Idea for Your Toyota Rav4?

My Worst Nightmare Has Become A Reality. Please Tell Me This Will All Be Okay. My 2017 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid Only Has Like 45,000 Miles So I Was Really Hoping To Not Buy Another Car For 15-20 More Years

By Timothy Boyer on March 27, 2025 - 7:56AM

Unfortunately, one common problem led to damage issues, which required answers for this Rav4 owner that includes replacement parts and cats.

So, My 2023 Ford Bronco With Less Than 20,000 Miles, the Paint Is Melting and the Dealer Won’t Fix It Saying It’s User Error

By Denis Flierl on March 27, 2025 - 7:04AM

Does the Ford Bronco have paint issues? Jackie's 2023 Ford Bronco's paint is badly damaged in two areas. The vehicle has less than 20,000 miles, it's still under warranty, but the dealer refuses to fix it. Here is what Ford Bronco owners need to know.

Elon Musk, Donald Trump, Tesla Cybertruck

Elon Musk Denies That Tesla Will Uniquely Benefit From Donald Trump’s 25% Tariff on All Vehicles Imported into the U.S. – Musk Says, “The Tariff Impact on Tesla is Still Significant”

By Tinsae Aregay on March 27, 2025 - 6:23AM

Elon Musk cautions Tesla fans not to celebrate the recent 25% tariff that will be imposed on all vehicles imported into the U.S. starting April 2. Musk repeatedly reiterated that the tariffs will have a significant negative impact on Tesla.

Here We Go For The 3rd Battery, And 4,500 Miles In on My 2024 EV6, I’m Waiting For Kia To Tell Me Where To Dump It

By Narek Hareyan on March 26, 2025 - 11:17PM

After his third battery replacement in just 4,500 miles, this 2024 Kia EV6 owner’s frustration has reached a breaking point, and now he's waiting for Kia to tell him where to dump it.

Thieves Target the 2025 Chevrolet Corvettes Before They Even Leave the Factory

By Mary Conway on March 26, 2025 - 10:30PM

Thieves made off with eight valuable 2025 Chevrolet Corvettes, but luckily police have been able to recover the performance cars.

I Finally Joined the Rivian Club with a Dual Motor Rivian R1S, but I Wasn’t Expecting the Battery to Drop 10 Percent a Day Just Sitting In It’s Place

By Narek Hareyan on March 26, 2025 - 9:53PM

I finally got my dream Rivian R1S, but within days, I discovered a surprising flaw that every new owner needs to know before it drains more than just your battery.

I Lost My Rented C8 Corvette's Targa Top on the Highway, Turns Out I'm the Third Person to Do This to the Same Car

By Noah Washington on March 26, 2025 - 8:23PM

Last weekend, while cruising down the interstate in my rented C8 Corvette, I experienced what can only be described as every driver's nightmare.

Selling a Car to a Relative is Strongly Advised Against by Lawyers

Sell My Car To My Brother To Help The Family? What Could Possibly Go Wrong?!

By Timothy Boyer on March 26, 2025 - 3:55PM

This car owner spoke before carefully considering his offer to sell his car to a family member who needed a used car for college, and now wants to know if this is a bad idea.

Although on the outside, the 992.2 Turbo S looks almost the same, things will be very different under the hood, and the iconic model will come in 3 different flavors

Porsche 992.2 Turbo S Promises Blistering Performance As The Official Debute Grows Near

By Dimitar Angelov on March 26, 2025 - 1:04PM

The 2026 Porsche 992.2 Turbo S is almost production ready as the latest spy images reveal minor changes. However, things will be very different under the hood.

Several Tesla Cybertruck Owners Share They’re Experiencing Stability Issues at High Speeds – One Owner Says, “I Love the Truck, but I’m Getting a Strong Wobble Starting at 70 MPH, Which Gets Pretty Intense at 80 & 90 MPH”

By Tinsae Aregay on March 26, 2025 - 10:48AM

Many Cybertruck owners report experiencing stability problems at speeds above 70 miles per hour. The issue appears to be linked to the foam inserts inside the Cybertruck’s all-terrain tires. This could result in the Cybertruck’s 9th physical recall.

They Got Me... 200 kWh for $49.99 a Month for My Mustang Mach-E Right in Front of LA Fitness

By Armen Hareyan on March 26, 2025 - 10:42AM

LA Fitness got him with a clever marketing offer for his Ford Mustang Mach-E for only $49.99 a month and 200 kWh. But this could be an unbeatable EV charging deal or a clever marketing trap.

Overhead view of a red Dodge Charger Daytona

Here's The Problem With Dodge Bringing Back The HEMI V-8

By Dimitar Angelov on March 26, 2025 - 9:28AM

While welcome by MOPAR fans, Dodge's decision to bring back the V-8 could hurt the company in another way.

I’m Shocked That A Customer Just Traded A 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander With Only 3,300 Miles For A 2025 Nissan Rogue

By Denis Flierl on March 26, 2025 - 7:09AM

Why would a 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander owner trade in the new model they purchased with only 3,300 miles for a 2025 Nissan Rogue? That's the question a Nissan salesman wants to know. Here is what all new Toyota Grand Highlander buyers need to know.

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