Automotive News (Page 222)

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.

Side view of the new Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut testing at an airfield, which is the perfect place for it considering its 310+ mph top speed

Koenigsegg Reveals 310+ MPH Jesko Absolut Test Car

By James Walker on April 29, 2022 - 1:31PM

Smoother, stealthier, and with much less downforce controlling its 1600 horsepower, the Jesko Absolut should be quite lively.

Not All Engine Oils Are Created Equal Reports This Mechanical Engineer

By Timothy Boyer on April 29, 2022 - 12:07PM

Here’s an informative look behind the scenes at how engine oils are developed and analyzed with this reveal that shows not all engine oils are created equal.

Your 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid’s A/C Cooldown Actually Saves You Gas, Here’s How

By Harutiun Hareyan on April 29, 2022 - 11:00AM

Have you noticed that you’re A/C slows down in your 2022 Toyota RAV4 hybrid after you stop at a red light? Owners say it helps with your range and MPG.

A Eureka Gold Lucid Air Dream Edition is pictured surrounded by workers early in the production process.

Lucid Secures Next-Generation Semiconductors In Multi-Year Deal

By James Walker on April 29, 2022 - 10:46AM

North Carolina-based semiconductor firm Wolfspeed will supply Lucid with cutting-edge chips made in its new US factory.

Tesla delivering more Model Y vehicles from Giga Berlin

Watch Tesla Giga Berlin's Model Y Delivery on Trucks, Captured in a Fresh Video

By Armen Hareyan on April 29, 2022 - 9:33AM

A Determined Catalytic Converter Theft and Other Car Fails

By Timothy Boyer on April 29, 2022 - 9:14AM

A determined---albeit creative---catalytic converter theft, bullet holes, a flaming car and just-pulled-out-of-the-garage car crash caught on tape all make this a memorable Friday car fail video you will not want to miss.

2022 Subaru Impreza pricing, features, specs, fuel mileage

New Report Says The Aging Impreza Is Subaru’s Most Reliable Model

By Denis Flierl on April 29, 2022 - 9:06AM

Are Subaru vehicles reliable? A new report says the 2022 Impreza is now Subaru’s most reliable model.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, fuel mileage

Consumer Reports - Subaru Crosstrek Is Best SUV Under $30K With One Small Flaw

By Denis Flierl on April 29, 2022 - 6:59AM

The 2022 Crosstrek is now ranked the best SUVs under $30,000 by Consumer Reports. Check out why Crosstrek scores number one best among all small SUVs and one flaw they can't overlook.

Elon Musk Revealed To Be Behind 18% Crash In Tesla Shares, Says 'No further TSLA Sales Planned After Today'

By Tinsae Aregay on April 29, 2022 - 4:58AM

In the last few days, Tesla shares went down by as much as 18%. Now, we learned the reason Tesla shares were going down was that Elon Musk sold 4.4 million shares to raise $4 billion. This is not the total amount of Musk's sell but, the Tesla CEO says he is done selling, at least for now.

Most Reliable New Cars and SUVs Under $30,000 Recommended by Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on April 28, 2022 - 11:42PM

Deciding on which sedan or SUV is the right choice for you and your family while staying within your budget can be a daunting task, but not impossible…with a little assistance. Here’s the latest from the good folks at Consumer Reports with their recommendations that showcases their list of the most reliable new cars and SUVs that you can find under $30,000.

A Tesla Model 3 After Nearly 50,000 Miles - What Was Learned

By Jeremy Johnson on April 28, 2022 - 8:58PM

We have some findings of a 2 year old Tesla Model 3 that was driven to nearly 50,000 miles. What kinds of things were found - and what was the good and bad? We'll go over what Car and Driver found now.

Ford Recalls 22,000 trucks to fix backup camera issue

Ford Recalls 22,000 2019 Trucks To Fix Video Camera Issue

By Marc Stern on April 28, 2022 - 5:28PM

Ford has recalled 22,000 2019 trucks to repair a problem with their rearview cameras.

Image showing a white Lucid Air driving on a raised highway in a city.

Lucid Air To Go On Sale In Europe As Soon As June 2022

By James Walker on April 28, 2022 - 4:22PM

Lucid's European expansion has been confirmed for summer 2022 with China to follow in 2023.

Why You Should Avoid Used Cars That Smell Like a Cat Litter Box

By Timothy Boyer on April 28, 2022 - 3:54PM

During a used car pre-purchase inspection your sense of smell can alert you to a cat-pungent litter box smell that should steer you immediately away from making a used car deal.

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing, fuel mileage

CR’s 9 Reliable, Fuel-Stingy 2-Row SUVs - Subaru Outback Still Scores #1

By Denis Flierl on April 28, 2022 - 3:44PM

Is the 2022 Subaru Outback a reliable vehicle? How fuel-efficient is the midsize SUV? See what an updated report by Consumers Reports says.

2022 Toyota Tundra Owners Share Their Real-World MPG And It Is Really Showing Toyota’s Engine Improvements

2022 Toyota Tundra Owners Share Their Real-World MPG, Showing Toyota’s Engine Improvements

By Harutiun Hareyan on April 28, 2022 - 3:16PM

Recent Toyota Tundra Facebook group members shared their everyday MPG average for their 2022 Toyota Tundra. Maybe the Hybrid Tundra might be the better buy.

Image of Toyota RAV4 Prime and American flag by Kate Silbaugh

Toyota Allocates More RAV4 Primes To European Market Than U.S. Market

By John Goreham on April 28, 2022 - 1:49PM

Q1 data show how Toyota prioritizes the very popular RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle availability. Europe gets more.

The Waiting Time for Delivery on Your 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime Might Be Longer Than You Think

Lead Time Delivery on Your 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime Might Be Longer Than You Think

By Harutiun Hareyan on April 28, 2022 - 10:56AM

Have you already placed an order for your 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime? Well, you may be waiting a long time say some RAV4 Prime group members. Apparently the delivery lead times on the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime aren't short.

The Next-Gen STI Is Done But A New Subaru WRX Competition Car Is Coming

By Denis Flierl on April 28, 2022 - 9:47AM

Even though the next-generation STI with a turbocharged Boxer engine is gone, performance fans still have a new 2022 Subaru WRX to look forward to soon. Check out the new competition car coming later this year.

U.S. Market Toyota Supra GR Gets Manual Transmission and More Upgrades

By John Goreham on April 28, 2022 - 9:18AM

Toyota is improving the GR Toyota in numerous ways. Most notably it gets a manual transmission and important suspension and traction control upgrades. Yes, it drifts.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

Subaru Quietly Raised Prices On Every New Model Except One - Full Details

By Denis Flierl on April 28, 2022 - 7:06AM

Subaru of America has raised the price of every new Subaru model except one. Here is how much customers will now pay.

Tesla Installs Video Cameras At Superchargers ‘To Monitor Drivers Of Non-Tesla EVs’

By Tinsae Aregay on April 28, 2022 - 6:58AM

Tesla has started installing video cameras at superchargers to monitor drivers of non-Tesla EVs. The EV maker has also posted a notice with details of how the footage will be used, who will be able to see it, what is being captured, and when it will be erased.

Should You Buy a 2022 Toyota Supra? Here's a Review by a Toyota Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on April 27, 2022 - 6:43PM

Here’s an in-depth review of the 2022 Toyota Supra by a Toyota mechanic who inspected and test drove one this past week and has this to say about some of its good and not so good points that could be a deal breaker for you.

Elon Musk and his new LFP battery bet for Tesla

Elon Musk Places His New Tesla Battery Bet

By Armen Hareyan on April 27, 2022 - 4:32PM

Elon Musk Wants to Sell Insurance with Tesla - Buffet Advises Against It

By Armen Hareyan on April 27, 2022 - 4:27PM

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek

10 Reliable, Fuel-Efficient SUVs - Subaru Forester, Crosstrek Are Top Picks Again

By Denis Flierl on April 27, 2022 - 3:36PM

Are the 2022 Subaru Forester and 2022 Crosstrek reliable vehicles? How fuel-efficient are they? A report by Consumers Reports says they are still the best in class.

Ford talks about a SECOND EV truck at the launch of the F-150 EV Lightning

By Marc Stern on April 27, 2022 - 3:29PM

With all the fanfare due to a major milestone model, Ford has turned on its assembly line for its brand-new F-150 Lightning electric. At the same launch, Ford noted a second electric truck will be in the offing soon.

Your 2022 Toyota RAV4 May Not Get All the Features You Ordered

By Harutiun Hareyan on April 27, 2022 - 3:00PM

A recent post of a Facebook Toyota RAV4 Group reveals how a few customers were not able to get their desired features or upgrades when they ordered their 2022 Toyota RAV4.

Will a Tesla Robotaxi Cause Riots in the Streets?

By Jeremy Johnson on April 27, 2022 - 11:07AM

There is an interesting video, from Dr. Know It All, Knows It All, about Tesla robotaxis. It talks about how there could be a rebellion against robotaxis in several different ways. Let's see what these issues could be and if robotaxis are going to have opposition.

How to Solve Cumbersome Hands-Free Trunk Release on 2022 Toyota Highlander

By Harutiun Hareyan on April 27, 2022 - 10:57AM

Are you having trouble using your foot to open the trunk on your 2022 Toyota Highlander? You’re not the only one, here is the correct way to do it.

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