Automotive News (Page 231)

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.

2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE Owners Say It Was the Best Purchase They Ever Did

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 3, 2022 - 3:10PM

RAV4 Hybrid XSE owners say they have no regrets about their hybrid SUV purchase. Some even call it “perfect”.

Tesla's Plans to Massively Scale Battery Production

By Jeremy Johnson on June 3, 2022 - 11:23AM

Tesla has plans to massively scale batteries, but there are a few challenges. The first is making sure its factories can produce more and more batteries. The second is mining. Getting a mine approved can take up to 10 years. How will Tesla handle these challenges to massively scale batteries?

Your Toyota 4Runner’s Snorkels Have More Uses Than Just Sub-Water Driving

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 3, 2022 - 11:01AM

Some owners have shared what they use their added snorkels for on their Toyota 4Runner. Some say it’s better than no snorkel, even for non-off-roading purposes.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing, fuel mileage

Subaru Crosstrek Stays Cool Before The Next-Generation Arrives

By Denis Flierl on June 3, 2022 - 8:51AM

The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek cools off before the next-generation 2023 model arrives. See what’s coming for the subcompact SUV.

2022 Subaru Ascent pricing, features, reliability

Consumer Reports Says Avoid Subaru Ascent Buy The Toyota Highlander

By Denis Flierl on June 3, 2022 - 6:41AM

Is the 2022 Subaru Ascent reliable? We recently reported Ascent is not recommenced by Consumer Reports. They now say buy the Toyota Highlander instead. Here’s why.

How Tesla Will Help Build Future Cities

By Jeremy Johnson on June 3, 2022 - 1:24AM

Tesla envisions a future city powered by solar energy, driven by AI, with autonomous transport and underground tunnels to ease traffic, all connected by SpaceX's Starlink internet.

Why The Toyota GR Corolla MORIZO’s Two Seats Are Better Than Four

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 2, 2022 - 3:34PM

A new update on the GR Corolla gives us Toyota’s street-legal racecar with four doors and two seats.

DIY Car AC Trouble Diagnosis and Treatment

Do This with Your Car’s AC System Before Going to a Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on June 2, 2022 - 2:51PM

Summer is here and car owners are starting to kick on their car’s AC. But what if yours is either not working or not working like it used to? Here are common mistakes car owners make when it comes to their car’s AC and what you can do before needing to take your car to a mechanic for repair.

Toyota's O-Uchi Kyuden Home Battery System

Toyota Now Competes With Tesla Powerwall With a New Home Battery Pack

By Armen Hareyan on June 2, 2022 - 1:46PM

Today Toyota announced that it has used its experience in battery technologies to create the O-Uchi Kyuden System, a home storage battery, just like the Tesla Powerall. This is great news, but also very surprising, since Toyota has dragged its feet on electric vehicles.

Elon Musk Calls For A Recession As Comps Lure Tesla Employees Following Remote Work Ban

By Tinsae Aregay on June 2, 2022 - 12:06PM

Following Elon Musk's company-wide letter requiring Tesla employees to spend a minimum of 40 hours in the office, the EV maker's competitors have already begun attempts to hire away Tesla employees. Musk says these actions show why a "recession serves a vital economic cleansing function."

Review: 2022 Lexus ES 250 AWD F Sport

By John Goreham on June 2, 2022 - 9:35AM

We try out the Lexus ES and discover that it has a lot to offer, but its name may be a bit of a stretch.

2022 Subaru Outback, Outback Wilderness, features, specs, pricing

The 2022 Outback Continues To Impress - Why It’s Subaru’s Stand-Out Model

By Denis Flierl on June 2, 2022 - 8:55AM

The 2022 Subaru Outback is the automaker's number one selling model again. See why it's Subaru's stand-out all-wheel-drive model.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

Subaru's Sales Slide Continues For 12 Months In-A-Row

By Denis Flierl on June 2, 2022 - 6:26AM

Subaru of America reports another decrease in sales for May. The slide continues now for twelve months. Check out the top-selling model.

Tesla Going to the Moon - Here's Why

By Jeremy Johnson on June 1, 2022 - 10:52PM

Tesla as a company is going to the moon and it has more to do with Indonesia and countries like it than you might think. Let's go over what Tesla Economist has to say about this and why robotaxis may not launch in the U.S. first.

Some Features Just Don't Belong in a Car

Car Features That Seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time

By Timothy Boyer on June 1, 2022 - 10:31PM

Water balloon bumpers, built in record players, and wrist-twist steering wheels---these are just a few of many features built into cars in the past that seemed like a good idea at the time but today make you wonder what some automakers were thinking.

2022 Subaru Ascent pricing, features, safety, fuel mileage

The Much-Criticized Subaru Ascent Makes Forbes 10 Best 3-Row SUVs List

By Denis Flierl on June 1, 2022 - 6:43PM

Is the 2022 Subaru Ascent a good 3-Row SUV for families? The much-criticized Ascent just made Forbes' 10-Best 7-Passenger SUVs list. Check out the new rankings here.

Honda Plans to Re-Gain European Popularity After Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Success

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 1, 2022 - 3:23PM

After the phenomenal success of Toyota’s RAV4 Hybrid in Europe and North America, Honda releases a new SUV which it hopes to be the answer that will end the RAV4 Hybrid.

Why The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is Pure Genius

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 1, 2022 - 2:23PM

Toyota unveiled their all-new 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid and It may be the next RAV4 Hybrid of its stunning look, impressive gas mileage, and cozy aesthetic.

Consumer Reports Finds Small Hybrids that are Roomy and Comfy

Roomiest and Comfiest Compact Hybrid Cars Tested by Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on June 1, 2022 - 1:22PM

Do the words “roomy” and “comfortable” seem out of place when talking about compact cars? According to the latest Consumer Reports testing of hybrid compact cars, these models are the ones you should consider, saying that they are among the roomiest and most comfortable interiors in a compact car that were measured and tested for shoppers wanting the most in a smaller sized sedan that is energy efficient.

Here’s Why The 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Woodland Edition is Not an Off-roader

By Harutiun Hareyan on June 1, 2022 - 10:14AM

Taking a look at the specs, here’s why the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Woodland Edition is not an off-roader…but something better.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk & President Donald Trump

Elon Musk ‘Hesitantly Admits’ Donald Trump Was Better For Tesla Than Joe Biden

By Tinsae Aregay on June 1, 2022 - 9:29AM

Since the 2020 elections relations between Elon Musk and the Democratic party have been anything but smooth. And now Musk says even though he is hesitant to admit it, former President Donald Trump was better for Tesla & SpaceX than Joe Biden.

New RAV4 Hybrid Woodland - Here's Why This Trim Is So Special

By John Goreham on June 1, 2022 - 9:16AM

The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has an all-new trim targeted to outdoor enthusiasts. We break down what makes this new trim exciting for those who venture past the end of the pavement.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek

Subaru Shuts Down Forester And Crosstrek Assembly Lines For The 6th Time

By Denis Flierl on June 1, 2022 - 6:18AM

Subaru will suspend production of the 2022 Subaru Forester and 2022 Crosstrek again. See how many days Subaru will shut down its plant and the implication for Subaru of America.

Tesla's Pain In Scaling Exponential Growth

By Jeremy Johnson on June 1, 2022 - 1:50AM

Tesla is experiencing some growing pains for exponential growth, particularly with the Giga Shanghai lockdowns and the supply chain issues and cost of lithium and other raw materials. Let's look at what Tesla Daily has to say about all this.

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Makes Lists of Best 7-Passenger SUVs

Three Reasons Forbes Picked the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L as One of the Best 7-Seater SUVs for 2022

By Mary Conway on May 31, 2022 - 11:55PM

Forbes raves about the Grand Cherokee L's luxury interior and comfort.

Breaking: Elon Musk Confirms New Giga Press Coming In 2 Weeks Is For Tesla Cybertruck Body

By Tinsae Aregay on May 31, 2022 - 7:48PM

Today Elon Musk has confirmed the new 50% more powerful, 9000-ton Giga Press, which will finish assembly in 2 weeks, will be used to build the Cybertruck's body.

2022 Subaru Impreza pricing, features, specs, fuel mileage, price

4 Compact Cars With The Quietest Cabins - Subaru Impreza Scores 2nd Best

By Denis Flierl on May 31, 2022 - 2:14PM

Which compact cars have the quietest cabins? Check out four models that are best at keeping the noise out. The 2022 Subaru Impreza is now second-best, see which model is the quietest.

Defender 130 images courtesy of Land Rover

Land Rover Goes Big With 3-Row Defender 130

By John Goreham on May 31, 2022 - 10:50AM

Those wishing the Land Rover Defender was a bigger vehicle have their prayers answered.

Subaru Says They Just Ramped Up New U.S. Model Production 85 Percent

By Denis Flierl on May 31, 2022 - 9:55AM

Subaru hasn't had much good news for quite a while, but the Japanese automaker says the production of 2022 Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek is up. What does it mean for customers?

Consumer Reports Likes A Used Subaru BRZ But Not The WRX

By Denis Flierl on May 31, 2022 - 6:45AM

What are the best used sports cars? Under $15,000, Consumer Reports says the Subaru BRZ is a top pick. See why they don't like the WRX.

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