Automotive News (Page 247)

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 gold Lucid Air on a sand-covered road in a desert.

The Saudi PIF Will Not Sell Its Lucid Shares After Lockup Expires

By James Walker on January 19, 2022 - 2:03PM

With Lucid founding shareholders able to sell for the first time since 2021's SPAC merger, investors are worried the Saudi Public Investment Fund will dump a large amount of its position. Here's why that's unlikely to happen.

New Hoonigan Gymkhana Based On The Subaru GL Wagon Breaks Cover

By Denis Flierl on January 19, 2022 - 1:33PM

Yesterday Subaru teased a new Hoonigan model and said a big announcement was on the way. Check out Travis Pastrana's new Gymkhana car.

Why This Toyota Camry is Burning Oil Diagnosis

By Timothy Boyer on January 19, 2022 - 12:03PM

Learn how to diagnose one of the reasons why your Toyota might be burning so much oil lately. And, whether the problem is worth fixing or you are better off condemning the vehicle to the junkyard.

The Winter Blahs, Subaru, And The Automaker's Annual Solution

By Denis Flierl on January 19, 2022 - 10:56AM

How do you fight the winter blahs? Check out Subaru’s solution called Winterfest.

Elon Musk Defends Tesla’s Latest FSD Price Increase Says People Don’t understand Its Value

By Tinsae Aregay on January 19, 2022 - 9:48AM

Tesla fans have been complaining after the EV maker recently increased FSD price to $12,000 in the US. Elon Musk explained why the price increase is fair saying "people do not yet understand how valuable an autonomous vehicle will be."

2022 Subaru BRZ, pricing, specs, features

Look For An All-New Next-Generation Subaru BRZ STI But Not A Turbo

By Denis Flierl on January 19, 2022 - 6:24AM

A 2023 Subaru BRZ special edition performance model is likely coming. Check out a preview of the BRZ STI from the Tokyo Auto Salon.

2022 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab Review: Authentic and Pleasant Drive

By Armen Hareyan on January 18, 2022 - 10:38PM

We took the 2022 Nissan Frontier's off-road PRO-4X trim for a test drive and see that this truck is well equipped to satisfy its target clientele.

We're About To See Giga Texas Awaken

By Jeremy Johnson on January 18, 2022 - 9:05PM

Giga Texas has a completed building with all sides covered and production is eminent. Giga Texas is about to awaken and the production is going to be faster than anything Tesla has done before.

Image showing a copper colored Lucid Air parked outside the wood-clad sales studio in Millbrae California.

Lucid's Sales Model Gives It A Huge Advantage Over Legacy Automakers

By James Walker on January 18, 2022 - 8:02PM

The past couple of years have been extremely tough for the auto industry and the skyrocketing prices of new vehicles reflects that. Here's how Lucid's sales model eliminates a major headache for new car buyers, and how the big guys are pushing customers towards a new Lucid Air.

Ford BlueCruise Comparison Discussion to Tesla Autopilot and GM Super Cruise by Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on January 18, 2022 - 5:40PM

Here’s the latest from Consumer Reports on how Ford’s assisted driving tech---BlueCruise---differs from Tesla’s Autopilot and GM’s Super Cruise.

Image courtesy of National Electric Highway Coalition Press Page

With Wireless Charging Roads We Won’t Need Battery-Electric Vehicles

By John Goreham on January 18, 2022 - 4:57PM

It may seem counterintuitive, but wireless charging roads would negate the need for expensive, heavy, battery-electric vehicles. Nor will we need a massive public DC fast-charging network. All we need are the affordable hybrids we already have in abundance.

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

Subaru Gets Shut Out Of Latest Vincentric Best Value Awards 2022

By Denis Flierl on January 18, 2022 - 12:03PM

The Vincentric Best Value In America Awards are out, and Subaru was shut out in 2022. Last year, the 2022 Subaru Outback was the best midsize SUV. See which model the Outback loses to in the latest awards.

Tesla Giga Texas Model Y, image by Jeff Roberts

Blogger Notices The First Fresh Batch of Model Ys at Tesla Giga Texas

By Armen Hareyan on January 18, 2022 - 11:48AM

Amazon Sells Counterfeit Honda Parts Warning

By Timothy Boyer on January 18, 2022 - 11:00AM

Here’s the latest from a popular and trusted YouTube channel former Honda technician on how he got duped into buying counterfeit Honda parts while shopping online with Amazon. Plus, a recommended aftermarket parts source for when you can’t find the OEM part you want from your local dealership.

Poll: Most Mazda CX-5 Buyers Report Paying Less Than MSRP

By John Goreham on January 18, 2022 - 9:27AM

We polled Mazda CX-5 owners to see what they paid during this time of shortages and widely-reported dealer markups. What we found is good news for Mazda shoppers.

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid image courtesy of Kate Silbaugh

Poll: Most Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Buyers Paid MSRP Or Less

By John Goreham on January 18, 2022 - 8:56AM

Dealer markup horror stories are easy to find. To find out what buyers actually pay is a bit more difficult. Here is what the owners of Toyota RAV4 Hybrids we polled told us that they paid.

The New Subaru Forester And All-New WRX Still Retain Their Value Best In 2022

By Denis Flierl on January 18, 2022 - 7:40AM

The 2022 Subaru Forester compact SUV and 2022 Subaru WRX sports car are still two cars with the lowest depreciation. See where Subaru ranks with other automakers.

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Chosen as Best SUV to Buy in 2022

Three Reasons the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Wins The Car Connection's Top Rating

By Mary Conway on January 17, 2022 - 10:25PM

The all-new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee is selected as the Best SUV to Buy in 2022.

Tesla FSD v10.9 Released - What Are People Saying About It?

By Jeremy Johnson on January 17, 2022 - 9:08PM

Tesla FSD v10.9 has been released in the U.S. Tesla is planning on releasing FSD in Canada soon. What are the first impressions of this software update? We'll go over that now.

Consumer Reports Advises Used Car Buyers to Avoid These Luxury SUV Models

By Timothy Boyer on January 17, 2022 - 4:53PM

Avoid these popular luxury SUVs a seller may be trying to unload on you in the used car market that turn out to have reliability issues.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

The Average New Subaru Price Drops $180 In December, Tesla Is Up $9,412

By Denis Flierl on January 17, 2022 - 4:11PM

How does Subaru of America's new model prices compare with other automakers during the recent car shortages? See how Subaru prices have dropped in December while some automakers have shot up.

Image of I-PACE with bike rack courtesy of Jaguar

5 Reasons Battery-Electric Vehicle Road Trip Range Stinks

By John Goreham on January 17, 2022 - 3:18PM

Electric vehicles have multiple issues that make them harder to use on road trips than plug-in hybrids or hybrids. Here is why the range between charges is so low on long road trips.

Lucid Motors, Jay Leno and the Lucid Air Go for a Ride

By Anthony Donati on January 17, 2022 - 2:34PM

Lucid Motors and Jay Leno team on Jay Leno Garage that provides the audience with the 2022 Motor Trend Car of the Year LucidAir Dream Edition.

Tesla Giga Berlin Model Model Ys To Pickup Elon Musk at The Airport

By Armen Hareyan on January 17, 2022 - 2:12PM

Hours ago I got a word from Tesla Giga Berlin employee who revealed some very interesting details about the production start at Giga Berlin, Elon Musk’s arrival and Model Y vehicles produced at Giga Berlin for test purposes.

Tesla Takes the Lead in U.S. Luxury Vehicles. Next Up: All Vehicles

By Jeremy Johnson on January 17, 2022 - 1:25PM

Tesla has taken the lead as the #1 U.S. luxury electric vehicle maker. This only took 4 years to happen and is for the Model Y and Model 3. Next up for Tesla: taking the lead for overall vehicle sales, including ICE cars.

Dealers Reassure Ford They Aren't Charging Huge Up Fees For Lightnings

Most Dealers Reassure Ford That They Are Not Slapping Huge Up Fees On Lightnings

By Marc Stern on January 17, 2022 - 11:49AM

Ford dealers reassured the manufacturer that they are charging only the MSRP on Lightnings. The reassurance was needed following reports last week, as detailed earlier by other Torque News stories, that there were dealers taking advantage of the limited supply of the sought-after electric pickups. Reports circulated that there were up fees of $30,000 but most averaged only $5,000.

2022 Subaru Forester features, specs, pricing

The 10-Best Lease Deals Under $300 - New Subaru Forester Ranks Number One

By Denis Flierl on January 17, 2022 - 7:38AM

What are the best lease deals for 2022? A new report says the 2022 Subaru Forester offers the best lease deal in January. Check out the complete list here.

Tesla Planning To Use 90% Recycled Scrap Metal For The Cybertruck’s Exoskeleton

By Tinsae Aregay on January 17, 2022 - 5:23AM

Tesla's steel supplier, Steel Dynamics, recently opened a new plant in Sinton, Texas. According to General Manager Dennis Black, the plant will use 90% recycled scrap metal. The plant is expected to supply Tesla with stainless steel for the Cybertruck.

Image showing a gold BMW i8 charging port with cable attached.

Battery Breakthrough Provides Five Times The Driving Range Of Lithium-Ion At A Lower Price

By James Walker on January 16, 2022 - 8:12PM

Scientists at the University of Michigan have made a breakthrough in lithium-sulfur technology that could lead to widespread adoption of batteries with five times the energy density of today's lithium-ion cells.

Image of Trailblazer ACTIV courtesy of Chevrolet

2022 Chevy Trailblazer AWD ACTIV - Small Package Big Fun

By John Goreham on January 16, 2022 - 5:14PM

We test the 2022 Chevy Trailblazer AWD ACTIV and find it ticks all the boxes a great small SUV should.

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