Automotive News (Page 225)

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.

Image showing a black Lucid Air with its hood open on the production line at AMP-1

Lucid Tripled Deliveries In April As Manufacturing Speeds Up At AMP-1

By James Walker on May 25, 2022 - 10:28AM

With production speeding up and a new Saudi factory joining the effort Lucid is bringing its targets forward by years.

Best Cities To Buy A Used Subaru Forester Or Outback And Where To Avoid Them

By Denis Flierl on May 25, 2022 - 10:25AM

The Subaru Forester and Outback are good used car buys this summer, but there are some cities where you’ll pay too much. Check out where to buy and the cities to avoid.

Mercedes EQS Intelligent Recuperation Setting Explained in Simple Terms

By Armen Hareyan on May 25, 2022 - 9:17AM

Recently I reviewed the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ electric sedan. There is a very useful setting in it, called intelligent recuperation. Since questions are asked about the setting, I would like to talk about it in this article.

6 Reasons Hyundai Ioniq 5 or Tesla Model 3 Robotaxis Are a Dumb Idea

By John Goreham on May 25, 2022 - 9:13AM

Two great cars: the Ioniq 6 and the Model 3 would make very poor robotaxis. Here’s why.

2023 Subaru Outback features, upgrades, safety, Wide-Angle Mono Camera

2022 Subaru Outback Now Wins The “Best” Safety Award

By Denis Flierl on May 25, 2022 - 6:46AM

Why should customers consider buying the 2022 Subaru Outback? One reason is its safety performance. See why the Outback now wins the best global safety award.

Ford Recalls Mustang Mach-Es to fix software problem

Ford Recalls Mustang Mach-Es To Update Problem Computer Code

By Marc Stern on May 24, 2022 - 9:23PM

As vehicles become more reliant on car area networks, connectivity, and computers in general automakers have to be sure that software is up to date and not causing problems. That's why Ford is recalling a limited number of its hot-selling Mustang Mach-E crossovers to fix a potential problem with the computer code. Ford plans an over-the-air update.

Tesla Cybertruck’s 9000t Giga Press Coming In 3 Weeks

By Tinsae Aregay on May 24, 2022 - 4:50PM

Previously Elon Musk has said Tesla will be using a new more powerful Giga press to build the Cybertruck. And now Tesla's Giga Press supplier, IDRA has revealed the new 9000-ton Giga Press will be completed in 3 weeks.

Your 2022 Toyota Tundra’s Trade-In Value Could Be More Than What You Paid For

By Harutiun Hareyan on May 24, 2022 - 3:42PM

Have you ever thought about how much your 2022 Toyota Tundra is worth if you traded it in? Careful, these numbers might make you do just that.

Mobile EV Charging Company SparkCharge Earns Funding Boost

By John Goreham on May 24, 2022 - 3:01PM

A mobile electric car charging company we think may be headed for major success has just received a big influx of funding.

Tesla Battery Researcher Unveils Breakthrough Nickel Chemistry That Can Last 100 Years

By Tinsae Aregay on May 24, 2022 - 11:29AM

According to a new research paper published by Tesla's battery research team head by Jeff Dahn, the group has discovered a new nickel battery chemistry that can last 100 years. The new battery couples the high energy density of nickel batteries with the long life cycle of lithium iron phosphate cells.

Top-10 Car Brands In Customer Loyalty - Subaru Drops Again

By Denis Flierl on May 24, 2022 - 9:48AM

Subaru's high customer loyalty with its Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek customers is slipping. See why some customers are leaving the brand.

Images of CR-V courtesy of Honda media support.

Honda Teases All-New 2023 CR-V Crossover – Photos

By John Goreham on May 24, 2022 - 9:34AM

Honda has released new images of the all-new CR-V. Here’s What we know.

Don’t Settle for Markups On the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, Use This Trick Instead

By Harutiun Hareyan on May 24, 2022 - 9:33AM

Ever since the world changed forever, the auto industry has been and still is experiencing a pandemic of its own…a pandemic of greed.

Used Cars with Serious Transmission Problems to Watch Out For

By Timothy Boyer on May 24, 2022 - 9:31AM

Have you been hesitant to buy any used car that has a CVT (continuously variable transmission) because of what you may have heard about its history? Here’s the latest that discusses what the problem was and what model and years of vehicles had serious CVT transmission problems…and which models don’t.

Subaru WRX STI Isn’t Done - Attempts Its 7th Nurburgring 24-Hour Win

By Denis Flierl on May 24, 2022 - 6:55AM

The Subaru WRX STI isn't done yet. Subaru and STI announced the performance car would run in the Nurburgring 24-Hour race.

Reliable and Affordable Used Sports Cars

Consumer Reports Reliable Used Sports Cars for Under $25,000

By Timothy Boyer on May 23, 2022 - 10:16PM

Reliable coupes, sedans, and roadsters that are good choices for drivers looking for a little fun on the road without breaking the bank.

Tesla To Build New EV Plant in Indonesia

By Jeremy Johnson on May 23, 2022 - 7:28PM

According to sources from Indonesia, Tesla will build a new battery and EV factory in Indonesia - a country with the world's largest abundance of nickel and also a plentiful supply of lithium. How many cars could Tesla sell in Indonesia? Let's find out!

How To Get Rid of The Annoying Exit Preview On 2022 Toyota Sienna

By Harutiun Hareyan on May 23, 2022 - 2:11PM

Have you noticed the list of exit options on your 2022 Toyota Sienna? Have you mistakenly thought the first choice was your exit? Here is how to get rid of that menu.

Kia Updates the 2023 Soul - Here Are the Notable Changes

By John Goreham on May 23, 2022 - 12:06PM

Kia has updated the Soul line. Here are the updates and improvements that you can expect for 2023.

Owners Have Mixed Feelings About Making Switch from Tacoma to Tundra

By Harutiun Hareyan on May 23, 2022 - 11:53AM

Ever thought about switching from your Toyota Tacoma to a Tundra? Here are some people’s experiences with making the switch.

2022 Subaru Ascent pricing, features, reliability, safety

All Subaru SUVs Now Have An Advantage Over Other Models In A Side Crash

By Denis Flierl on May 23, 2022 - 9:55AM

What sets the 2022 Subaru Ascent apart from all other family SUVs? There's one thing the IIHS says protects occupants better than other models.

Ford CEO Admits Tesla’s Giga Texas Increased F-150 Lightning production From 20K To 150K A Year

By Tinsae Aregay on May 23, 2022 - 9:04AM

At his latest appearance on Jay Leno's Garage, Ford CEO Jim Farley admitted he convinced his colleagues to increase F-150 Lightning production from 20,000 to 150,000 vehicles a year by pointing to Tesla's production plans at Giga Texas.

2023 Subaru Forester, 2023 Subaru Outback, 2023 Subaru Crosstrek

New Subaru Models - One SUV Is A Buy Now, Two You Should Wait For 2023

By Denis Flierl on May 23, 2022 - 6:55AM

Should you buy a 2022 Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, Outback, or another new model now? Check out the one 2022 Subaru SUV to buy now and the two 2023 models you should wait for. And a look at Subaru's financial health.

Elon Musk is Declaring War and the Model 3 and Y are Outselling Everything

By Jeremy Johnson on May 22, 2022 - 2:58PM

Elon Musk has declared war by creating a hardcore litigation department within Tesla and the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are outselling EVERYTHING in California. We'll go over this and much more now.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek Plug-In Hybrid features, upgrades, specs, fuel mileage

The 8 Best Hybrids Under $40K And Why You Can't Find A New Subaru Crosstrek PHEV

By Denis Flierl on May 22, 2022 - 7:05AM

The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek is ranked one of the eight best new plug-in hybrid models by Kelly Blue Book under $40,000, but why doesn't Subaru build more, and why are they hard to find?

A Ford Truck Repair This Mechanic Refused to Do

By Timothy Boyer on May 21, 2022 - 6:59PM

Are there any repairs mechanics will just refuse to do? Here’s one example of a repair job that truck owners often find it difficult to hire a mechanic willing to take a chance on that is among the sketchiest repairs truck owners often need.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, specs, pricing

The 5 Most Satisfying Small SUVs - Subaru Forester, Crosstrek Rank Best-In-Class

By Denis Flierl on May 21, 2022 - 9:55AM

The 2022 Subaru Forester and 2022 Crosstrek are smart choices that make their owners happy. See why owners say they would buy them again.

The Gap Between Your Headlight and Hood on the 2022 Toyota RAAV4 Hybrid is Not a Toyota Mistake

The Gap Between Your Headlight and Hood on the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is Not a Toyota Mistake

By Harutiun Hareyan on May 21, 2022 - 8:07AM

Some North American 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners have noticed a noticeably large gap between the headlight and the hood. Some say it’s not a big deal.

Making Sense of Microchips and Sensors in Cars

By Timothy Boyer on May 21, 2022 - 7:57AM

Here’s a must-see video that talks plainly and clearly about why we have so many sensors installed in today’s cars, what they do, and why this is a good thing.

2023 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation Subaru STI

Subaru Boss Says STI Will Return With 3 New Possible Drivetrains

By Denis Flierl on May 21, 2022 - 7:20AM

Is the Subaru WRX STI coming back? A new report says Subaru will bring the STI back with three possible different powertrain options. See how long performance fans may have to wait.

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