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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.

Expect Suspension Problems with This Model

Avoid This Lexus Model Advises Toyota Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on August 8, 2022 - 4:26PM

While Lexus is well-known for its quality-built cars, there are cases of particular models that are prone to have problems that are especially very expensive to fix. As an example, here’s one Lexus model this Toyota mechanic advises against buying. But if you already have one, he provides some good advice on not only how to test your Lexus to see if it has this problem (or is about to develop one), but what you can do to save money toward fixing the problem.

2023 Subaru Crosstrek features, pricing, fuel mileage

The 12 Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs - Subaru Crosstrek Is Second Best

By Denis Flierl on August 8, 2022 - 12:02PM

Is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek fuel-efficient? The Crosstrek is second best, according to an updated fuel mileage study from Consumer Reports. Check out the other 11 most fuel-efficient SUVs here.

2023 Subaru BRZ pricing, features, specs

Next-Gen Subaru BRZ Sales Are Up 162 Percent - It’s Not That Impressive

By Denis Flierl on August 8, 2022 - 6:59AM

The next-generation 2022 Subaru BRZ had a 162 percent jump in sales. Here's why it's not that impressive.

2022 Subaru Ascent pricing, features, fuel mileage

2022 Ascent Family Hauler Is Only One Of Two Subaru Models Up In Sales This Year

By Denis Flierl on August 7, 2022 - 2:17PM

Customers this summer still aren't waiting for the new refreshed 2023 Subaru Ascent. See why the 2022 Ascent is only one of two Subaru models that are up in sales for 2022.

Subaru Legacy is The Worst Performing Carline - Is It Time To Drop The Sedan?

By Denis Flierl on August 7, 2022 - 7:04AM

The 2022 Subaru Legacy is the worst performing carline for Subaru of America. Is it time for Subaru of America to drop the sedan?

Wall St. Journal Takes Aim At Ford Success And It Misses

By Marc Stern on August 6, 2022 - 6:56PM

We know that the news from Washington and the major world capitals slows down in August. It's the month in Europe when folks take their vacations and it is the time in Washington when everyone escapes the oppressive heat and humidity. Because life slows down appreciably, there are fewer easy headlines for reporters to write cover and write about. What better time to do a hit piece on a successful automaker like Ford?

Is The 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Winter Condition friendly?

By Harutiun Hareyan on August 6, 2022 - 6:44PM

With winter coming in the next few months for northern states, can you expect your 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid to get you through it?

Super Cruise to Double its Network of Roads

GM Will Make it Easier to "Get Your Kicks on Route 66"

By Mary Conway on August 6, 2022 - 6:25PM

GM plans to double the Super Cruise network of roads. Drivers who have Super Cruise will soon be able to go "hands-free" on parts of the iconic Route 66 and other key highways.

A 2021 Tesla Model Y, One Year and 25,000 Miles Later

By Jeremy Johnson on August 6, 2022 - 3:42PM

An owner of a 2021 Tesla Model Y shares his experience after one year and compares it to his 2020 Tesla Model Y. Here is the good and some of the bad.

California DMV accuses Tesla of deceptive practices in marketing Autopilot and Full Self-Driving options

California's Lawsuit Suggests Tesla Should Abandon Terms FSD and Autopilot

By Armen Hareyan on August 6, 2022 - 3:24PM

A Former Tesla Employee Sees a 2030 Stock Price of $26,500

By Jeremy Johnson on August 6, 2022 - 3:08PM

A former Tesla employee and another Tesla bull had a discussion about all things Tesla. FSD and Tesla Bot were the two primary things that caused this former Tesla employee to predict a 2030 stock price of $26,500.

Selective Tool Shopping at Harbor Freight Will Save You Money

Harbor Freight's Dirty Little Secret Revealed Helps DIY Mechanics

By Timothy Boyer on August 6, 2022 - 10:24AM

Does Harbor Freight have any dirty little secrets behind their tools and business success? Here’s one tool source reveal that will have you rethinking your tool purchases.

2023 Subaru Crosstrek 2022 Subaru Forester

How Subaru Crosstrek, Forester Fuel-Mileage Compares With The Top-10 Small SUVs

By Denis Flierl on August 6, 2022 - 7:01AM

Check out the ten most fuel-efficient non-hybrid small SUVs for 2022. The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek and 2022 Forester score number one and three best this year.

2022 Subaru WRX Makes A Rebound And Picks Up The Pace

By Denis Flierl on August 6, 2022 - 5:55AM

The 2022 Subaru WRX is all-new, and sales should be up over last year. But sales have dropped significantly. The WRX made a rebound the previous month, but will it continue?

Kia Sportage Hybrid Demand Drives 30 Percent Markups

By Justin Hart on August 6, 2022 - 4:23AM

The Sportage is Kia’s best selling SUV and also its best selling model overall in the U.S. in 2022, and with good reason. It is an attractive, spacious, capable and fuel efficient choice (especially the electrified versions) in the sizzling hot compact SUV market. The Sportage is also one of Kia’s longest selling models in the U.S. and that means Americans are quite familiar with it.

Musk Says Tesla Model Y on Track to Become Best-Selling Vehicle Worldwide

By Armen Hareyan on August 5, 2022 - 10:58PM

Jim Cramer all in on Tesla's CEO, Elon Musk

By Jeremy Johnson on August 5, 2022 - 7:40PM

Jim Cramer, who has at times been critical of Tesla, says he is all-in on Elon Musk, calling him the smartest man of our time and the best manufacturer of our time.

Elon Musk Teases Canadian Gigafactory for Tesla

By Armen Hareyan on August 5, 2022 - 5:08PM

Exploding Airbag Claims New Victim In Continuing Takata Airbag Recall

By Marc Stern on August 5, 2022 - 4:54PM

The ongoing Takata exploding airbag safety recall claimed another victim last month as a young driver from Pensacola, Florida, was killed by an exploding airbag housing. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the relatively minor traffic accident turned fatal when the airbag housing exploded, striking the driver with shrapnel from the airbag housing.

Where Does Lexus’ LX600 Fall in With the Release of The New Sequoia?

By Harutiun Hareyan on August 5, 2022 - 3:23PM

With the release of the new right around the corner, what’s going to happen to the Lexus LX600? Sequoia

Why Your Vehicle's Owner's Manual is Misleading You

Never Do This to Your Toyota Warns a Toyota Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on August 5, 2022 - 2:24PM

Find out now why this 2015 Toyota Camry with only 215,000 miles needs nearly a total engine replacement even after its owner maintained it like a good car owner should following the car manual’s recommended servicing performed by a Toyota dealership.

How Will Toyota’s bZ4X Buyback Benefit the Hybrid Driver?

By Harutiun Hareyan on August 5, 2022 - 11:04AM

Even though Toyota’s hybrids are solid as a tank, how is the bZ4X buyback going to positively impact regular Toyota Hybrid drivers?

Older Chevys Have Repair Issues that Result in More Repairs Added On

Why Some Mechanics Recharge the AC Coolant in Older Chevy Trucks Rather Than Fix its Leak

By Timothy Boyer on August 5, 2022 - 10:43AM

Does your vehicle require refilling of its AC system refrigerant every few months? If so, then why hasn’t it been fixed? Here’s one take about some mechanics who would prefer charging you for refilling your refrigerant periodically rather than fixing a leaking refrigerant problem. Plus, an easy DIY tip that can help determine where your refrigerant is leaking when others have failed to locate the source.

2023 Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek backlog

Subaru Now Has 100,000 Vehicles On Backorder Worldwide

By Denis Flierl on August 5, 2022 - 10:32AM

Subaru released an earnings report that gives an idea of what's in store for 2022 Forester, 2023 Outback, and 2023 Crosstrek customers.

Mechanic Voices His Disappointments with the New Toyota Tundra

By Timothy Boyer on August 5, 2022 - 10:26AM

Is the latest model of the Toyota Tundra the right model for you right now? Here’s what one mechanic who misses the traditional V8 models of yesteryear has to say about it as he points out the pluses---and the disappointments---he sees in one recently bought in this new review.

2023 Subaru Outback features, upgrades, pricing, fuel mileage

2022 Subaru Outback Sales Drop Significantly With The New Models Coming

By Denis Flierl on August 5, 2022 - 5:55AM

Sales of the 2022 Subaru Outback are slowing as customers wait for the refreshed models. Outback is still the top-selling model, but Crosstrek is getting close as customers wait for the newly-upgraded 2023 Outback.

Catalytic Converter Theft Is Rising and Your 2022 Toyota Tundra is On The list For These Criminals

By Harutiun Hareyan on August 4, 2022 - 10:51PM

As more and more Americans fall victim to the childish crime of catalytic converter theft, your 2022 Toyota Tundra is priority number one for these thieves.

Image of 2022 AMG E53 convertible by John Goreham

Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 Cabriolet - Top-Down Grand Touring Perfection

By John Goreham on August 4, 2022 - 7:20PM

We sample the 2022 AMG E53 convertible and find that Mercedes-Benz has perfected the grand-touring coupe.

Tesla's Shareholder Meeting Showed Some Eye Opening Things

By Jeremy Johnson on August 4, 2022 - 6:43PM

Elon Musk spoke at Tesla's annual shareholder meeting about many things. He says that the hardest thing for other companies to replicate will be Tesla's manufacturing technology.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Outback, 2022 Subaru Legacy

CR’s 9 Easiest Cars To Drive - Subaru Forester, Outback, Legacy Score Best In Category

By Denis Flierl on August 4, 2022 - 4:29PM

How easy to drive are the 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, and Legacy for everyday use? Consumer Reports say they are the best in their category.

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