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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.

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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.

Tesla Giga Shanghai Achieves Annualized Production Rate Of Over 900,000 Vehicles In August

By Tinsae Aregay on September 8, 2022 - 9:58PM

Tesla China has just posted its second-highest monthly delivery number in August, producing and selling 76,965 vehicles. And even more impressively, August's delivery numbers mark the second time Giga Shanghai was able to surpass an annualized production run rate of 900,000 vehicles.

Tesla's Record Setting Month at Giga Shanghai

By Jeremy Johnson on September 8, 2022 - 6:46PM

Tesla has set a new record for production in Giga Shanghai. Tesla produced over 76,000 vehicles and this is still far from what Tesla will be producing by the end of the year.

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Ford Updates BlueCruise Hands-Free Driving; Adds Features

By Marc Stern on September 8, 2022 - 5:01PM

For the last couple several years, Ford has been working with its hands-free driving suite called BlueCruise. Now at BlueCruise 1.2, the driving suite offers such things as automatic land-changing and other features.

Consumer Reports Says Subaru Outback Is Your Best 10-Year-Old SUV Pick

By Denis Flierl on September 8, 2022 - 12:32PM

The Subaru Outback is now one of the three best ten-year-old used car picks and the best SUV choice for shoppers. Check out the top picks from Consumer Reports that are under $15,000.

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Test Report - Nissan Z Fans Love the New 2023 Z Sports Coupe

By John Goreham on September 8, 2022 - 11:52AM

Fans of the classic and recent Nissan Z cars LOVE the new generation. Here's what we observed during our time in the new 2023 Nissan Z.

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Plans For Powerful Hybrid Mustang Reportedly Shelved

By Marc Stern on September 8, 2022 - 10:54AM

As the big reveal gets closer and closer more information is coming out about the upcoming 2024 Mustang. For sure, it will likely have a V8 powerplant under the hood. Indeed, the V8 is likely the last gasoline engine that will power the Mustang line. Plans for a hybrid -- battery/gas engine -- Mustang have reportedly been shelved. The reveal is coming Sept. 14.

2023 Subaru Forester features, specs, pricing, fuel mileage

Subaru Tries To Build More New Forester SUVs For The U.S. But Still Can’t Keep Up

By Denis Flierl on September 8, 2022 - 7:08AM

Why is the 2022 Subaru Forester so hard to find in the U.S. market? Subaru released its factory export results, and it gives some insight.

Jay Leno on Elon Musk & EVs: “I Think He Should Get ... Credit"

By Armen Hareyan on September 7, 2022 - 10:52PM

Model Y With Tesla Vision Receives Top Score On New Euro NCAP Safety Test Despite Lack Of Radar

By Tinsae Aregay on September 7, 2022 - 8:35PM

The Tesla Model Y has received a leading score of 98 percent in Euro NCAP's automatic emergency braking test despite the vehicle not being equipped with radar. This is a great testament to Elon Musk's and Tesla's belief that level 5 autonomy can be achieved using only cameras.

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