Automotive News (Page 248)

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.

2023 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation Subaru STI, electric STI

Subaru Puts Next-Generation WRX STI On ICE - A New Electric STI Is Next

By Denis Flierl on March 12, 2022 - 7:31AM

Subaru will not offer the next-generation 2023 WRX STI with a 2.4-liter turbocharged engine. An all-electric STI is coming next.

The EV Market Is Heating Up! Here Is Why Lucid Could Be The Next Big Brand

By Anthony Donati on March 11, 2022 - 6:47PM

Companies are now rushing to get into the EV industry with investors eyeing $LCID, $TSLA, $RIVN and $NIO. Here is why Lucid will succeed and why THIS could be a huge factor for a successful and irrelevant EV company by 2030

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

Affordability - Subaru New Model Pricing Drops Again And What's Next

By Denis Flierl on March 11, 2022 - 3:24PM

How affordable are the new 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, and other new models? A new report says amid the recent vehicle shortages, Subaru prices have gone down.

Image showing a gold Lucid Air drifting during Hagerty's road test.

This Is The Best Lucid Air Video Review Yet

By James Walker on March 11, 2022 - 1:42PM

Watch 1111 horsepower vaporize a set of rear tires as Jason Cammisa thoroughly reviews the Lucid Air for Hagerty.

Consumer Reports Lists Biggest Gas Guzzlers

New Vehicles That Cost the Most to Fuel and Used Vehicles That are the Most Fuel Efficient

By Timothy Boyer on March 11, 2022 - 11:22AM

Fuel prices are putting a serious dent in car ownership. Here’s the latest on which new models are costing owners the most to fill up their tanks and some used vehicle models Consumer Reports analysts recommend as the most fuel-efficient models you will want to consider.

2022 Subaru WRX, next-generation WRX, specs, features, upgrades

Consumer Reports Just Trashed The New Subaru WRX - Says It Takes A Step Back

By Denis Flierl on March 11, 2022 - 9:22AM

Is the next-generation 2022 Subaru WRX better than the outgoing model? Consumer Reports now says the new performance sedan barely made any improvements.

Will Giga Texas Model Y's Cannibalize Fremont Model Y's?

By Jeremy Johnson on March 10, 2022 - 11:35PM

There is news that Tesla Model Y reservation holders are getting VIN registration and that those VINs are not for Giga Texas, 4680 battery Model Y's, but for Fremont still. This is causing some reservation holders to delay delivery in hopes of getting a Giga Texas made Model Y. But, will being an early adopter cause problems?

Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson shows off a battery module taken from the Lucid Air.

Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson Shows Off Lucid Air's Battery Pack In Tech Talks Episode 1

By James Walker on March 10, 2022 - 5:08PM

Settle in for an engineering lesson from El Jefe himself as Lucid's CEO and CTO walks us through the construction of record-breaking Lucid Air's battery pack.

KBB Says Subaru Is The Most Trusted And Best Performance Car Brand

By Denis Flierl on March 10, 2022 - 4:20PM

Subaru has two new awards in the 2022 Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Awards. Subaru of America is named the most trusted brand and the best performance brand by KBB.

Image of Tesla at retail location by John Goreham

Tesla Model Y Price Rises Once Again to $61,440 - Expensive Trims Get Priority Delivery

By John Goreham on March 10, 2022 - 2:52PM

Tesla continues to add market price adjustments to its least expensive crossover. Now it’s about double the cost of a similarly-sized green crossover like a Honda CR-V Hybrid or RAV4 Hybrid.

2022 Subaru Forester features, specs, pricing

New Subaru Forester Is Now The 4th Model With Orders Shut Off

By Denis Flierl on March 10, 2022 - 1:07PM

The refreshed 2022 Subaru Forester is now another model with orders shut off. Check out the details here.

Confirmed: All-new 2023 Acura Integra To Start Near $30K

By John Goreham on March 10, 2022 - 12:38PM

Acura has confirmed that the new Integra will indeed be an entry-level premium car with an affordable starting point. Something the model was the first in history to be many years ago.

Consumer Reports Best New Car Deals for 2022 Sedans

By Timothy Boyer on March 10, 2022 - 10:22AM

Here’s your chance to find a good car at a good price with this Consumer Reports recently released best new car deals list that focuses on affordable sedans that can be purchased under $25,000.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing

Consumer Reports Says Avoid The VW Taos, Buy A Subaru Crosstrek Instead

By Denis Flierl on March 10, 2022 - 6:43AM

Is the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek the best subcompact SUV you can buy? See why Consumer Reports says it’s the best of fourteen subcompact vehicles and why you should avoid the Volkswagen Taos.

2nd CATL Factory Basically Next Door To Giga Shanghai

By Jeremy Johnson on March 9, 2022 - 7:48PM

CATL is building a second battery factory just 3 blocks away from Tesla. Why is CATL doing this and what will be the benefit for Tesla? What kinds of batteries will CATL be making in this factory? Let's dive into these questions and more!

Ford Pro To Smooth Electric Fleet Operations

Ford Pro To Provide One-Stop Shopping For Electric Fleet Operations

By Marc Stern on March 9, 2022 - 5:00PM

With all of the options now available to managers, it can be confusing when it comes to electric fleet operations. Ford Pro is aiming to smooth the way by providing one-stop-shopping for all a firm's EV charging needs.

Image showing the Tesla Model S equipped with a prototype Gemini battery that Our Next Energy used to travel 750 miles on a single charge.

US Battery Manufacturer Shows Off 750-Mile Pack, Secures $65 Million Funding Led BY BMW

By James Walker on March 9, 2022 - 3:56PM

Our Next Energy recently drove a Tesla Model S over 750 miles on a single charge and has secured funding led by BMW i Ventures to aid its expansion. With names like Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos on its list of supporters, could ONE be the next big thing in EV batteries?

Lucid Motors Introduces New Series

By Anthony Donati on March 9, 2022 - 2:33PM

Lucid Motors is going to be talking about their technology on a new series called Lucid Tech Talks! Will this impact $LCID stock?

10 Best Mainstream Car Brands In Customer Service - Subaru Improves Again

By Denis Flierl on March 9, 2022 - 12:31PM

What car brands offer the best service department quality? Check out the ten best mainstream automakers. Subaru has improved its ranking again in the latest J.D. Power CSI study.

Image of Solar City vehicle at gas pump by John Goreham

Bi-Partisan Calls To Suspend State and Federal Gas Taxes Begin To Emerge

By John Goreham on March 9, 2022 - 11:34AM

As gas prices spike due to a variety of causes, politicians in some states are filing bills to suspend state gas taxes. Will the federal government follow suit?

How Long Will You Wait to Buy Toyota RAV4 Prime? Ask These Owners

By Jeff Teague on March 9, 2022 - 10:36AM

You will not believe these RAV4 Prime wait times. New owners share their purchase stories.

2022 Subaru Ascent pricing, features, safety, fuel mileage

The Aging Subaru Ascent Is Now Making A Comeback With Families

By Denis Flierl on March 9, 2022 - 7:36AM

Is the 2022 Subaru Ascent a good family SUV? Even though it's aging, the 3-Row SUV is making a comeback. Check out the four features that set the 3-Row family hauler apart from the crowd.

Is Tesla Sandbagging Giga Berlin?

By Jeremy Johnson on March 8, 2022 - 7:45PM

Giga Berlin has a stated yearly run rate it hopes to achieve of 500,000 vehicles a year. I believe this number to be too low and sandbagged by Tesla. Here's why.

Electric Vehicles Like The Ford Lightning Will Cut Emissions

Ford-Funded Study Shows Electric Pickups Will Have Major Impact In Cutting Emissions

By Marc Stern on March 8, 2022 - 6:47PM

A study published this week shows that electric pickups will significantly cut emissions. The study was conducted by researchers from the University of Michigan. The study was funded by Ford.

Tesla Giga Berlin's Daily/Weekly Unofficial Production Targets

By Armen Hareyan on March 8, 2022 - 3:41PM

We Now Know What The Stars In The Subaru Logo Really Mean

By Denis Flierl on March 8, 2022 - 11:55AM

From a recent Subaru of America communication to its retailers, we found out what the stars in the 2022 Forester, Outback, and other new models logo represent.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Outback

5 Best SUVs For Commuting - Subaru Forester, Outback Are Still Top Picks

By Denis Flierl on March 8, 2022 - 7:58AM

What are the best SUVs for commuting? A new report says the 2022 Subaru Forester and 2022 Outback are still among the top models. Find out five reasons why.

Ford Recalls Escape Hybrids For Engine Problems

Ford Recalls Escape Hybrids To Fix Crankshaft Problem

By Marc Stern on March 7, 2022 - 3:32PM

Ford has recalled a number of Escape Hybrids to fix a major problem with the crankshaft. The issue could lead to major mechanical problems.

Image of tire pressure gauge by John Goreham

The Only Two Things You Can Do Right Now To Save Fuel

By John Goreham on March 7, 2022 - 2:04PM

If you want to increase your miles driven per gallon of fuel used and save money on fuel, there are just two things you can do today to make that happen.

PA Bridge Collapse Reveals the State and National Gas Tax Scam

By John Goreham on March 7, 2022 - 11:49AM

One recent example helps to highlight the myth that fuel taxes are spent on “roads and bridges.”

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