Automotive News (Page 22)

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.

Powering a Battery-Only Vehicle Is 23-Times Slower Than Powering a Hybrid -Why It Matters

By John Goreham on September 10, 2024 - 4:09PM

We compare and contrast the time per mile to power a hybrid-electric vs. adding electricity to a battery-electric vehicle. Our examination shows that under ideal circumstances, powering a battery-only vehicle is 23 times slower than powering up a hybrid.

The Subaru Impreza Hatch Shows Signs Of Life

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2024 - 7:36AM

When I thought the Subaru Impreza was dead, it came back to life. What happened to the Impreza in August? Is the Impreza back?

Avoid Toyota Trucks with This Engine Series

Toyota V8 Engines are Showing a New Problem

By Timothy Boyer on September 10, 2024 - 7:35AM

Here is why this mechanic says that you really do not want to bring back the V8 engine in Toyota trucks due to a new problem that is trending in this particular Toyota engine series.

The New Subaru Forester STI Sport, Keep Dreaming U.S. Fans

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2024 - 5:54AM

There's a new Subaru Forester STI Sport, but it's not heading to the U.S.; it's bound for Australia. The sporty new limited edition Forester has me dreaming of what could be.

My Toyota Tundra Has 365,000 Miles And I Made These 3 Changes To Avoid Break Downs

By Armen Hareyan on September 9, 2024 - 10:52PM

Even the toughest trucks like the Toyota Tundra, need some care as they rack up high mileage.

Not All Rental Upgrades Are Free Warning

Hertz Tacked Extra $600 Onto a $400 Bill Upgrade Warning

By Timothy Boyer on September 9, 2024 - 5:40PM

If you are ever being offered a free upgrade from a car rental company, here's an apt reminder of why such upgrades need to be in writing. Plus, what it actually takes to get your money back.

Best Choices for an Accurate Tire Pressure Gauge

Many Tire Pressure Gauge Brands Are 5 to 50 PSI Off

By Timothy Boyer on September 9, 2024 - 10:55AM

Many brands of tire pressure gauges are grossly inaccurate, ranging anywhere from 5 to 50 psi off. Here are the ones you should toss and the ones you should buy for your car. Plus, how Harbor Freight gauges fared.

Elon Musk Highlights a Video of a Tesla Cybertruck Rescuing a Toyota Tacoma Stuck in Mud

By Tinsae Aregay on September 9, 2024 - 10:54AM

After all the criticisms concerning the Cybertruck’s off-roading ability, Elon Musk has highlighted a new video where the Cybertruck rescues a stuck Toyota Tacoma from a muddy pit. In the video, you can also see the Cybertruck clear the course easily.

Subaru Puts The Ascent 3-Row SUV On A Watch List

By Denis Flierl on September 9, 2024 - 6:14AM

Is the Subaru Ascent on its way out? Its sales continue to drop, and it could be on the chopping block. Here's what the future of the Ascent looks like now.

Why Ram is Recalling Over 1.2 Million of its Popular 2019 and 2021-2024 Ram 1500s

By Mary Conway on September 8, 2024 - 9:56PM

The huge Ram 1500 recall is triggered by a software glitch causing brake problems.

Tesla Ups Its Wireless Charging Game, Showing It May Use Wireless Charging Pads For Its Robotaxi Vehicle

By Jeremy Johnson on September 8, 2024 - 3:35PM

Tesla may end up using a wireless charging solution for its robotaxi network. This would mean the robotaxis would simply drive over a wireless charging pad in order to charge.

Consumer Reports Is Totally Confused With The New Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl on September 8, 2024 - 10:46AM

Consumer Reports likes the new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. They like it a lot. They just ranked the Crosstrek the number one small SUV you can buy. So why are they still confused with the new subcompact SUV?

Tesla Told Me to Stop Complaining About My Cybertruck Door; It Flung Open On the Highway Next to My 1-Year-Old Daughter

By Tinsae Aregay on September 8, 2024 - 10:38AM

A Cybertruck owner says Tesla Engineers told him to stop complaining and that it was just a cosmetic issue when he showed them his ill-fitting doors. However, the door flung open on the highway next to where his 1-year-old daughter was sitting.

The Good and Bad of Turbocharging in Toyotas

Toyota Turbo Assessment by Toyota Expert Explains This Potential Engine Killer

By Timothy Boyer on September 8, 2024 - 9:54AM

A Master Automobile Technician takes a deep dive into turbocharged engines with useful information on what turbocharged cars are, how they are constructed, and why your Toyota might not last 200,000 miles or more with one installed.

The Subaru Forester Sales Decline And More Changes Update

By Denis Flierl on September 8, 2024 - 6:21AM

The 2025 Subaru Forester's sales decline as the remodeled compact SUV makes its U.S. retailers launch. Is Subaru worried? I'll explain why and where the new Forester compact SUV will go from here.

I Have a Fleet of 5 Toyota Tundras and None of Them Burn Oil Except This Common Place

By Armen Hareyan on September 7, 2024 - 8:54PM

While it's true that most modern vehicles, including the Toyota Tundra, do burn a small amount of oil, there are some who claim that their Tundras don't.

2025 Subaru Forester Review: 10 Things That Are New In 2025

By Armen Hareyan on September 7, 2024 - 8:21PM

This week I got my hands on the 2025 Subaru Forester Limited trim. Since we cover a lot of Subaru Forester articles, I will do this review a little differently and focus on the ten new things in the 2025 Forester.

The Worst and Best Car Brands Reviewed and Rated

Most Unreliable Cars To Own Over 5-10 Years

By Timothy Boyer on September 7, 2024 - 12:24PM

Which cars are proven to be the most unreliable if you plan on owning one for 5 years or more? Find out with this latest recommendation about the 2025 models you should avoid and those you should consider.

Subaru Boosts EV Game With Panasonic’s New Battery Tech

By Denis Flierl on September 7, 2024 - 9:55AM

How is Subaru doing in the electric vehicle race? They've been making significant strides, especially with the recent collaboration with Panasonic Energy. Let's delve into their proactive EV game plan.

Subaru Outback Could Lose Its Number One Status

By Denis Flierl on September 7, 2024 - 6:12AM

The Subaru Outback was the top-selling model in Subaru of America's all-wheel-drive lineup last year, but it could lose its top status in 2024. See what model just overtook the popular Outback.

Image of 2025 Ford Explorer ST by John Goreham

6 Things We Loved About the 2025 Ford Explorer ST

By John Goreham on September 6, 2024 - 1:12PM

We had a chance to drive the 2025 Explorer’s sporty trim and were pleasantly surprised by a long list of details. Here are the six best.

The First Place to Look if Your Tesla is Missing

By Timothy Boyer on September 6, 2024 - 12:19PM

Some Tesla owners are facing a new problem with their Teslas: If you own one and it has mysteriously disappeared, where is the first place you should look?

Subaru’s New ACSI Ranking Catapults The Brand To #1

By Denis Flierl on September 6, 2024 - 9:35AM

Subaru made a giant leap forward in its customer satisfaction rating from ACSI. See which popular car brand that Subaru just caught.

The Hot Subaru Crosstrek Makes A Bold Statement

By Denis Flierl on September 6, 2024 - 6:00AM

When I thought I'd seen everything, the Subaru Crosstrek sets another best-ever record. How far can the Crosstrek go? The sky is the limit.

Tesla's AI Road Map Has Released - Showing FSD Version 13 In One Month and China and Europe Getting FSD: This Has Huge Implications

By Jeremy Johnson on September 6, 2024 - 1:35AM

Tesla has done something it normally doesn't do - and that is, release a road map of its plans. In this road map, Tesla's AI plans are announced, with FSD coming to Europe and China next year and version 13 releasing in the U.S. in October.

14,000 Miles In I Swapped My Toyota Tundra TRD Offroad Wheels To TRD Pro and Look How It Rides

By Armen Hareyan on September 5, 2024 - 10:18PM

Dan's original Toyota Tundra came with the TRD Offroad package, which included 20-inch wheels and 265/60R20 tires. After driving it for a while, he decided to switch to the TRD Pro setup, which has 18-inch wheels and 285/65R18 tires.

Subaru’s Most Neglected Maintenance Item Can Make You Sick

By Denis Flierl on September 5, 2024 - 2:25PM

Maintaining your new Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, Forester, or another model is essential, but one maintenance item is often neglected. See what it is and how it can make you sick if it's not changed regularly.

5K Review Update - My Toyota Hybrid-Electric Vehicle Has Been A Game-Changer For Me

By Hande Tuncer on September 5, 2024 - 1:32PM

I purchased my first hybrid-electric vehicle this past March, a 2024 Toyota Venza Limited. Here is my 5,000-mile update explaining how this vehicle has changed my ownership experience.

10 Car Models Not As Safe As They Should Be

10 Cars, SUVs, and Trucks That Are Less Safe and Includes One Toyota Model

By Timothy Boyer on September 5, 2024 - 12:10PM

Consumer Reports reveals which vehicles come up short in their safety tests and/or have few standard safety features that car, SUV, and truck owners need, to stay safe on the road.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, Forester

For Subaru, Success Comes In Threes

By Denis Flierl on September 5, 2024 - 6:10AM

How does Subaru of America achieve success? They do it in threes. The Camden, N.J. automaker just posted another all-time monthly sales record. See which Subaru SUV is the hottest model now.

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