Automotive News (Page 217)

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.

The True Cost of a Tesla Model 3 After 20,000 Miles

By Jeremy Johnson on June 24, 2022 - 9:50AM

What is the true cost of owning a Tesla Model 3 after 20,000 miles? One owner shares his experience with any problems he encountered, along with what charging costs were and how he felt about the car overall.

2022 Subaru Forester features, specs, pricing,

4 SUVs Under $30K With A Sunroof - Its On All Subaru Forester Trims But One

By Denis Flierl on June 24, 2022 - 9:42AM

Does the 2022 Subaru Forester come with a sunroof? Forester is one of the four SUVs under $30,000 that offers a panoramic glass roof. Check out the list here.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV features, specs, pricing

Subaru Recalls The All New Solterra EV Over Wheels Coming Loose

By Denis Flierl on June 24, 2022 - 6:59AM

The 2023 Subaru Solterra EV is already recalled because the wheels can come loose. See how it affects customers who have ordered the all-new electric SUV.

Tesla Starts Selling Long Range Giga Texas Built Refreshed Model Y With 4680 Cells For A 9.5K Discount

By Tinsae Aregay on June 23, 2022 - 10:41PM

According to new sources, Tesla has begun selling a second variant of the refreshed Model Y with 4680 cells & structural battery pack. The new vehicle, produced in Giga Texas, is a Model Y Long Range and starts $9,500 cheaper than the Long Range Model Y produced at Tesla's Fremont California pant.

Owner Gives in Depth Report on 2022 Toyota Tundra SR5 Towing Experience

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 23, 2022 - 6:12PM

Have you wondered how good the 2022 Toyota Tundra’s towing capacity was and how many pounds it can actually tow? This columnist’s in-depth review will surely answer that.

2023 Subaru Outback features, upgrades, pricing, fuel mileage

EPA Says 2023 Subaru Outback And Wilderness Drop One MPG Fuel Mileage

By Denis Flierl on June 23, 2022 - 2:04PM

Is the 2023 Subaru Outback fuel efficient? The EPA says the refreshed Outback now gets one MPG less than the outgoing model.

A Throttle Control Is Useless On a 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Here's Why

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 23, 2022 - 12:45PM

Are you thinking about getting a better MPG rating out of your 2022 Toyota RAV4?

2023 Toyota 4Runner Adds Two Big Standard Features to All Trims

By Jeff Teague on June 23, 2022 - 9:23AM

Learn what is new for 2023 Toyota 4Runner, including two important across-the-board features.

Elon Musk Says Design Of Tesla Cybertruck Is “Locked” & Pushes Production To “Middle Of 2023”

By Tinsae Aregay on June 23, 2022 - 8:26AM

In the 3rd part of Elon Musk's interview with Tesla Owners Silicon Valley, Musk says that Tesla has finally locked the design of the Cybertruck and that they "got carried away" with all the changes made to the futuristic truck. Musk has also again pushed the Cybertruck production date and now says it will come in "the middle of next year, roughly 12 monthish."

2022 Subaru WRX, next-generation WRX specs, features, pricing

RedBook Says Subaru WRX Won’t Lose You Money Like Many New Sports Cars

By Denis Flierl on June 23, 2022 - 6:17AM

Is the 2022 Subaru WRX a good value for performance buyers? A new report says the WRX retains its value better than any other sports car.

Jay Leno, Chrysler and Kelly Clarkson Show Team Up to Help Family

Jay Leno, Chrysler and Kelly Clarkson Show Team Up to Provide Family with 2022 Chrysler Pacifica

By Mary Conway on June 22, 2022 - 9:53PM

A specialized vehicle can make all the difference in the world for a family with a differently-abled member. Jay Leno, Chrysler and the popular talk show joined forces to provide a wheelchair-accessible minivan to a special family.

Reasons Why Your Car’s AC Died and The Repairs to Fix It

By Timothy Boyer on June 22, 2022 - 4:17PM

Here is the latest on some scenarios on the causes of a dead AC system in your car and the repairs needed to help you keep your cool in summer traffic.

Top of Page image by Steve Fecht courtesy of General Motors Media Support.

GM Idles EV Factory So It Can Build More EVs

By John Goreham on June 22, 2022 - 3:22PM

General Motors will shut down its state-of-the-art EV factory so it can make it more state-of-the-art ish.

Fuel economy comparison chart courtesy of the www.FuelEconomy.gov

Toyota’s RAV4 Prime Earns Higher EPA Score than Battery-Elec. Genesis GV60

By John Goreham on June 22, 2022 - 2:24PM

Two crossovers of similar size, but the plug-in hybrid has a better efficiency rating? Yes, and examples like this are only going to become more numerous.

Are You Having This Problem on Your 2022 Toyota Tundra?

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 22, 2022 - 1:50PM

Another development of the minor blemishes on the 2022 Toyota Tundra. Does your Tundra have this too?

Image of Genesis GV60 courtesy of Genesis

GV60 Review - Genesis Reminds Kia, Hyundai, and the World That It Is Top Dog

By John Goreham on June 22, 2022 - 12:27PM

We have just tested a new battery-electric luxury performance vehicle that may well be one of the world’s best vehicles by any measure.

Tesla Is the Next Tesla

By Jeremy Johnson on June 22, 2022 - 11:13AM

Tesla is the next Tesla, according to Warren Redlich. With 5 giga factories ramping production and FSD software that Elon says will be better than the average human driver this year, Tesla could see major growth in the years ahead. Let's go over what he had to say about Tesla.

Tesla's Biggest Risk Factor For the Coming Years

By Jeremy Johnson on June 22, 2022 - 10:37AM

Tesla is set to grow 50% every year, but there is one thing that may be a challenge for them to maintain this growth. It will require Tesla to either partner with other companies, or form their own teams from within Tesla.

Image courtesy of Toyota Europe Media Support

Toyota RAV4 Gets Welcome New Infotainment System For 2023

By John Goreham on June 22, 2022 - 10:17AM

One change RAV4 shoppers and fans have wished for is a new infotainment system. Here is why the 2023 RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, and RAV4 Prime may be a bit easier to use in the coming model year.

Where Is The New Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness?

By Denis Flierl on June 22, 2022 - 9:16AM

When will Subaru launch the new rugged Crosstrek Wilderness? Outdoor enthusiasts will have to wait another model year. Here's why it's delayed.

The New 2023 Subaru Outback Made In America Isn’t All That American

By Denis Flierl on June 22, 2022 - 6:55AM

How American is the 2023 Subaru Outback, Ascent, Impreza, and Legacy? See where they rank on the updated American-Made index.

Here’s Why a 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Might Not Be the Best Choice for You

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 21, 2022 - 11:07PM

If you are a first-time hybrid prospect, is the hybrid life really for you?

Elon Musk Says He Supports Dogecoin At The Request Of Tesla & SpaceX Factory Workers

By Tinsae Aregay on June 21, 2022 - 11:07PM

At his recent appearance at the Qatar Economic Forum, Elon Musk has revealed the surprising reason he supports Dogecoin. According to Musk, he intends to keep supporting Dogecoin as he gets asked by Tesla and SpaceX factory workers to do so.

New Ford Broncos are Having Major Engine Problems

By Timothy Boyer on June 21, 2022 - 10:29PM

Need a reason for following the advice to never buy the first (or even second) round of any new production run of cars or trucks? Here’s a good example proving this advice to be apt based on recent news that the new Ford Bronco engines are literally self-destructing in traffic.

2023 Toyota Sequoia Trim Levels Tow Capacity

Towing Capacity for All 2023 Toyota Sequoia Trim Levels May Surprise You

By Jeff Teague on June 21, 2022 - 8:56PM

Look for a wide range of 2023 Sequoia towing capacities based on trim levels. We have it all below.

Elon Musk Says He Will Take A Similar Role At Twitter As He Currently Has At Tesla & SpaceX

By Tinsae Aregay on June 21, 2022 - 6:57PM

As Elon Musk's deal to buy Twitter approaches, there have been questions concerning what his role will be at the social media giant and, how that will affect his work at Tesla and SpaceX. And today, at his appearance at the Qatar Economic Forum, Musk answered those questions saying, he will take a similar role at Twitter as he currently has at Tesla & SpaceX.

Toyota Goes Sustainable With New Battery Partnership... Is This the Future of EV Batteries?

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 21, 2022 - 2:59PM

With EV batteries taking up valuable and scarce resources, is Toyota changing the table with a renewable battery?

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

Are Subaru Vehicles Good For Camping? Why They Are Simply The Best

By Denis Flierl on June 21, 2022 - 9:24AM

Are the 2022 Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, Outback, and Ascent good camping vehicles? See why they are the best this summer. Check out the 2022 Subaru summer camping guide.

New NHTSA Crash Report - How Subaru EyeSight Performs Vs Tesla, Honda

By Denis Flierl on June 21, 2022 - 7:08AM

How does the Subaru EyeSight system work, and does it prevent crashes? Here's how the 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent, and other new models performed in the new NHTSA report.

Ford Escapes Are Among the 3 million vehicles recalled for shifter problems

Ford Expands Faulty Shift Recall To Nearly 3 Million Vehicles

By Marc Stern on June 20, 2022 - 10:11PM

Capping a major week of recalls, Ford has recalled about 3 million vehicles to fix a problem with its gearshift. Owners of the recalled vehicles may find themselves with vehicles that roll when they were not supposed to even though the vehicle was in Park. The culprit is the shifter cable and bushing. This is not the first time this issue has arisen.

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