Automotive News (Page 240)

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.

Toyota Supra’s New Rumored Engine Will Turn Heads

Toyota Prepares a GRMN Supra With a BMW M3 Engine

By Harutiun Hareyan on April 9, 2022 - 11:25AM

Toyota is turning to the parts bin again as it sets to debut a Supra unlike no other, with an amazing horsepower and BMW M3 engine.

Tricks Car Dealers Use to Scam Customers

Negotiating in 2022 with a Car Dealer Scam Must Watch Video

By Timothy Boyer on April 9, 2022 - 10:43AM

Car dealers are becoming increasing creative with finding ways to get car buyers to pay more than they should by capitalizing on the car shortage today. Here is an informative video as an example of how car dealers try to swindle you so that you do not get the car you want at a price you should not pay.

2023 Subaru Crosstrek, Crosstrek Wilderness, specs, features, pricing

Subaru And A Possible Surprise Reveal At The New York Auto Show

By Denis Flierl on April 9, 2022 - 6:46AM

Last year the New York Auto Show was canceled due to COVID, and the 2022 WRX unveiling did not happen. Does Subaru have a surprise reveal this year?

New Toyota Highlander Owners Choose the Hybrid Over the V6

By Harutiun Hareyan on April 8, 2022 - 4:47PM

A recent discussion on the Toyotanation.com forum shows that people who ordered the new 2022 Toyota Highlander most likely got the Highlander Hybrid instead.

Not All Oil Change Problems Are the Mechanic's Fault

Oil Change Failures: Expect the Unexpected

By Timothy Boyer on April 8, 2022 - 4:35PM

Here’s a good and not so rare reason why you cannot always fault the quickie oil change service center chain for a bad oil change experience. Plus, the most common oil filter change mistake DIY mechanics make.

Ford Has Recalled 400,000 Pickups, Medium-Duty Trucks, and SUVs to fix trailer brake problem

Ford Recalls 400K Pickups, Trucks, SUVs To Fix Trailer Brake Problem

By Marc Stern on April 8, 2022 - 2:30PM

In another major recall, Ford has recalled nearly 400,000 pickups, medium-duty trucks, and SUVs to repair a trailer-brake problem. The software problem can increase braking distances when you are towing also increasing the risk of crashes.

2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT is Like an Electrified Horse In The Wild

By Armen Hareyan on April 8, 2022 - 11:49AM

Ford Mustang Mach-E GT's top driving mode is called just that: Unbridled. In this review, we will take a look at the different specs and qualities of the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT, which Torque News was test-driving this week.

A black Lucid Air is pictured on the assembly line at AMP-1 in Arizona

Lucid Motors Recognized As Major EV Player By Biden Administration

By James Walker on April 8, 2022 - 11:46AM

The Biden administration has learned a lesson from ignoring Tesla for so long with Lucid's CEO offered a place at the table for discussions on America's electrified future just six months after the company started delivering cars to customers.

2023 Toyota GR Corolla’s Core Trim Packages Give Sporty Hot Hatch Some Comfort

By Harutiun Hareyan on April 8, 2022 - 11:18AM

Last week Toyota debuted their 2023 GR Corolla with 2 announced trim levels. These packages give the base model better handling and comfort.

2023 Subaru Solterra STI vs next-generation 2023 WRX STI

Will A Solterra STI Replace The Subaru WRX STI? Two Chances, Slim And None

By Denis Flierl on April 8, 2022 - 10:36AM

A new report says a Solterra STI will be the next-generation Subaru WRX STI's replacement as the automaker's high-performance model. Here's why it will never happen.

Garage Humor the Clueless Edition

By Timothy Boyer on April 8, 2022 - 10:24AM

It’s the end of the work week and time for another popular new “Just Rolled In” episode for car owners everywhere and the mechanics who sometimes find that words can’t do justice to what they find rolling in through the service door.

This Tire Choice Will Elevate The Mazda CX-50 Meridian

By John Goreham on April 8, 2022 - 10:02AM

Mazda’s new 2023 CX-50 Meridian edition is an off-road variant that will offer Subaru Outback and Forester shoppers a new choice. Here’s why its tires will make a big difference in its performance.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, fuel mileage

The 7 Best-Selling Small SUVs - New Subaru Crosstrek Makes A Bold Mark

By Denis Flierl on April 8, 2022 - 7:11AM

The top 7 best-selling small SUVs through the year's first quarter include the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek. See how it's making a mark with the top-selling models.

Clearest Image of Cybertruck with New Exterior Design

By Jeremy Johnson on April 8, 2022 - 4:49AM

We have the latest picture and video of a Tesla Cybertruck. We also saw Elon Musk introduce the Cybertruck at Tesla's Cyber Rodeo event at Giga Texas. Let's look at this more.

These Giga Texas 4680 AA-Like Batteries Are Wholly Manufactured by Tesla

By Armen Hareyan on April 7, 2022 - 11:24PM

Upgrading From Toyota RAV4 to Highlander May Give Extra Cargo Space and Fewer MPG

By Harutiun Hareyan on April 7, 2022 - 11:09PM

Some Toyota RAV4 owners are making the switch to Toyota Highlander and are giving their accounts on Facebook’s Toyota Highlander Owner’s Group.

Chrysler Has the Perfect Vehicle for Pet Owners, Just in Time for National Pet Day

By Mary Conway on April 7, 2022 - 10:53PM

April 11th is National Pet Day. Chrysler believes the minivan's special features make it the perfect vehicle for your four-legged friend.

Don’t Get Scammed by a Great Looking Biodegradable Mercedes Like This Guy Did

By Timothy Boyer on April 7, 2022 - 5:57PM

When it comes to buying a used car, looks can be deceiving. Here’s how one guy got scammed by a great looking Mercedes when he took the vehicle at face value and failed to understand why used upscale luxury cars are often a money pit problem…and why some models are much worse than others.

Image of WildPeak A/T Trail tires by John Goreham

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail Tire Review - Initial Impressions & MPG Impact

By John Goreham on April 7, 2022 - 3:55PM

We test Falken’s WildPeak A/T Trail tires on a popular crossover SUV model. Here’s how to know if these tires are right for you.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV features, specs

High-Level Biden EV Charging Meeting Includes Subaru - And What’s Next

By Denis Flierl on April 7, 2022 - 1:01PM

What are Subaru's all-electric vehicle plans for the future? Subaru executives were involved in a high-level meeting with Biden this week to discuss a national network of chargers.

Car Owners Selling Thier Car Without a Catalytic Comverter

Catalytic Converter Criminal You Would Not Expect

By Timothy Boyer on April 7, 2022 - 12:00PM

Are you under the impression that catalytic converter theft is limited to just meth heads, opportunity thieves looking to make a fast buck, and unscrupulous mechanics? Think again with this warning about a possible catalytic converter theft criminal you would not expect, but in fact you should keep a suspicious eye out for.

The 2022 Tax Credit Phaseout for Toyota’s EV and Plug-in Hybrids is Coming Soon

By Harutiun Hareyan on April 7, 2022 - 11:11AM

As Toyota reaches its market cap of 200,000 Prius Primes and RAV4 Primes being sold, the 2022 EV Tax credit will soon be phased out.

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

New Subaru Outback Can't Get Off The Hairy Rollercoaster Ride

By Denis Flierl on April 7, 2022 - 10:55AM

The new car shortage has been the reason for an up-and-down ride for Subaru and its top-selling models. The rollercoaster ride continues.

Image courtesy of Hertz' media page attributed to E.R Davidson.

Senator Asks FTC To Take Aim At Hertz Over False Reports

By John Goreham on April 7, 2022 - 10:10AM

The latest development in our spotlight on Hertz involves multiple government entities starting to scrutinize Hertz.

Image showing a side view of the VinFast VF9 seven-seat electric SUV

Vietnamese EV Maker VinFast Files For $2 Billion US IPO

By James Walker on April 7, 2022 - 10:04AM

VinFast is getting the ball rolling on a US IPO just months after delivering its first EVs in Vietnam. Could this be the next EV boom stock, or is VinFast running before it can walk?

2022 Subaru Ascent pricing, features, safety, fuel mileage

Subaru Ascent Fails To Make Best 3-Row SUV List - Should You Avoid It?

By Denis Flierl on April 7, 2022 - 6:45AM

The updated list of best 3-Row SUVs from Consumer Reports does not include the 2022 Subaru Ascent. Should new car shoppers avoid it?

Tesla Getting Ready for Cyber Rodeo in Giga Texas

By Jeremy Johnson on April 6, 2022 - 10:34PM

Tesla is set to have its biggest celebration yet, Cyber Rodeo, tomorrow. There's a number of covered cars that I am hoping will be unveiled and talked about.

Elon Musk Refutes That He’s Offloading Twitter Shares After Gaining A Seat On The Board

By Tinsae Aregay on April 6, 2022 - 10:06PM

Twitter in a regulatory filing today announced Elon Musk's stake in the social media platform had gone down by 371,900. This fueled rumors Musk was offloading his Twitter shares after gaining a seat on the company's board. However, Musk says he hasn't sold any shares.

Pressure Mounts On Elon Musk To Stop Using Russian Gas At Tesla’s Berlin Gigafactory

By Tinsae Aregay on April 6, 2022 - 7:58PM

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been a vocal critic of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. However, today it was revealed Musk is enriching the Russian government through the use of Russian for its gigafactory in Germany.

Ford F-150 Lightning To Pace Martinsville NASCAR Cup Events

Ford F-150 Lightning To Pace NASCAR Cup Events At Martinsville

By Marc Stern on April 6, 2022 - 7:17PM

The Ford F-150 Lightning, Ford's newest entry in the electric pickup truck market, will pace this weekend's NASCAR Cup Series at Martinsville. The drivers are excited about the prospect of seeing the powerful electric.

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