Automotive News (Page 249)

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 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

The Hot New Subaru Crosstrek Small SUV Just Pulled Off A First Ever

By Denis Flierl on March 7, 2022 - 10:49AM

How hot is the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek? The subcompact SUV is now ahead of the popular Outback midsize SUV in total sales for the first time.

Elon Musk Calls For Increased Oil and Gas Production Immediately

By Jeremy Johnson on March 7, 2022 - 10:27AM

Elon Musk, through Twitter, has called for the immediate increase in oil and gas production as oil has hit around $130 a barrel now, saying that if we do not do this, we will not have the energy to power human civilization.

Vroom Vehicle Sale Goes Wrong For Respected Auto Reviewer

By John Goreham on March 7, 2022 - 10:23AM

We’ve highlighted how Vroom purchases go wrong. This story looks at how a sale to Vroom can also be a hassle.

Hyundai Santa Fe Image Courtesy of Hyundai

2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Limited AWD Offers Alternative to Toyota RAV4 and Highlander Hybrids

By John Goreham on March 7, 2022 - 9:09AM

We test and review the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Limited AWD and find that it has a lot in common with Toyota’s hybrids, along with some added plusses.

Mazda Foundation Announces 2022 Funding Grants

By John Goreham on March 7, 2022 - 8:05AM

The Mazda foundation will be funding programs to address poverty and other issues in areas near the company's U.S. operations.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

Subaru Is Still Among The Best Car Brands Responding To Your Online Inquiries

By Denis Flierl on March 7, 2022 - 7:27AM

How does Subaru interact with new car shoppers looking for a 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek shopping online? Subaru is tied for the best mainstream car brand. Check out where all automakers rank.

Ford Engineers Torture Test F-150 Lightnings In Alaska Winter

Ford Engineers Torture-Test F-150 Lightning in Alaska’s 30-Below Cold

By Marc Stern on March 6, 2022 - 2:10PM

In order to find out how Ford F-150 Lightnings perform in the cold, a group of Ford engineers took six Lightnings and spent two weeks putting them through their paces in Alaska's 30-below cold.

The Top-12 Cars That Go 200,000 Miles And Why It Doesn’t Include Subaru

By Denis Flierl on March 6, 2022 - 8:11AM

Are the new 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek among the longest-lasting cars? The latest two lists of vehicles that will go 200,000 miles and beyond do not include a Subaru model. Check out the complete list here.

Loads of Model Y Vehicles at Giga Berlin

By Jeremy Johnson on March 5, 2022 - 9:09PM

We see a picture with what looks like an endless row of Model Y vehicles at Giga Berlin. Giga Berlin is getting ready for full production in a couple weeks and it looks like it can produce around 500 vehicles per week right now and will likely get to 1,000 per week in the coming months.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV features, specs, pricing

Subaru Says New Solterra EV Sells Out In The First 72 Hours

By Denis Flierl on March 5, 2022 - 10:16AM

Can you still buy the new 2023 Subaru Soltarra EV? Reservations closed, and Subaru confirmed the all-electric SUV sold out in the first 72 hours.

Subaru Outback serious neck injury lawsuit

Subaru Must Face Lawsuit Tying An Outback Neck Injury To A Minor Accident

By Denis Flierl on March 5, 2022 - 7:36AM

A woman claims her 2011 Subaru Outback airbag "forcefully" deployed, injuring her spine and neck. The Court rules Subaru must face a lawsuit tying the severe airbag injury in the Outback to a minor crash.

Lucid, Rivian and Tesla Round Up

By Anthony Donati on March 4, 2022 - 1:56PM

Lucid, Rivian and Tesla have all been the talk of the EV town this week! Here is why? Plus what $LCID, $RIVN and $TSLA investors should know

A pair of Rivian R1T pickup trucks are pictured driving on a mountainside trail.

Rivian Reverses Price Hikes For R1T And R1S After Customers Threaten Order Cancellation

By James Walker on March 4, 2022 - 1:08PM

Rivian bumped the price of its flagship EVs by over $10,000 without warning, sparking fury from preorder customers. The price-hike plans have now been reversed: "It was wrong and we broke your trust in Rivian."

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Outback

Critical Supply Chain Issues Affect Subaru's Top 2 Models The Most

By Denis Flierl on March 4, 2022 - 11:58AM

The 2022 Subaru Forester and Outback continue their slide backward in February because of supply chain and microchip issues. But one hot model isn’t affected.

Higher Gas Prices Benefits EV Companies Like Tesla

By Jeremy Johnson on March 4, 2022 - 10:54AM

There's been some pictures of gas prices of 7 dollars in some places. The increase in price for oil and gas is a good thing for EV companies and it benefits Tesla the most. Let's see how.

Missing in Action: Where is 2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro?

By Jeff Teague on March 4, 2022 - 9:13AM

Where is 2022 Tacoma TRD Pro? Here is what we know.

2009-2018 Subaru WRX and WRX STI engine failure lawsuit

New WRX STI Engine Failure Lawsuit Says Subaru Knew About Defect Since 2008

By Denis Flierl on March 4, 2022 - 8:02AM

A new lawsuit against Subaru claims the automaker knew about a WRX and WRX STI engine defect since 2008, causing the turbocharged engine to fail. See what it means for owners.

Jim Cramer Chooses Ford CEO, Jim Farley, over Tesla CEO, Elon Musk

By Jeremy Johnson on March 3, 2022 - 7:13PM

We've just seen an interview with Jim Cramer, a former hedge fund manager and television personality who was talking about Ford and Tesla. Jim Cramer said that he likes Jim Farley, the Ford CEO, over Elon Musk, by 2026, as Ford aims to produce 2 million battery electric vehicles.

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

The 2022 Subaru WRX Configurator Is Now Live

By Denis Flierl on March 3, 2022 - 3:05PM

The 2022 Subaru WRX is coming to U.S. showrooms. Check out the new configurator for performance customers and start your build.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing

How Hot Is The Crosstrek? A Best Month Ever And Now Leads All Subaru Models

By Denis Flierl on March 3, 2022 - 11:04AM

Subaru reports the 2022 Crosstrek set a new record in sales volume. The Crosstrek leads all models in February with an impressive performance.

2022 Subaru BRZ, 2023 Subaru Solterra, 2022 Subaru Impreza

Subaru Now Has 3 New Models That Are Sold Out For The Entire Year

By Denis Flierl on March 3, 2022 - 6:55AM

Subaru now has three new models that are confirmed to be sold out for the entire year. Check out the details here.

A Missouri Tesla Driver Lost His Life In An 'Unusual' Crackup

Was ‘Phantom Braking’ Responsible For Tesla Fatality In Missouri Or Was It Another Issue?

By Marc Stern on March 3, 2022 - 12:52AM

Just how serious is Tesla's "phantom braking" problem? After hundreds of owners complained of their cars stopping at the wrong time, as on major highways or slowing unacceptably, there may have been a fatality related to the problem as a Tesla Model 3 stopped dead on I-70 in Missouri causing a three-car pileup that left one operator dead.

A gold Lucid Air Dream Edition is pictured rolling off the production line in Arizona.

Lucid Motors Cuts 2022 Production Target, Here's Why That's A Good Thing

By James Walker on March 2, 2022 - 1:33PM

Lucid's Q4 earnings call showed that while the EV manufacturer rises and falls with the waves affecting the wider market, it's still full steam ahead with steady hands at the helm. Here are all the key figures.

Tesla Could Have Made a 600 Mile Range Model S 12 Months Ago

By Jeremy Johnson on March 2, 2022 - 10:54AM

Elon Musk just stated that Tesla could have made a 600 mile range Model S, 12 months ago. He also said that the vehicle would not have handled as well, weighed down by extra battery and would cost more. Do customers want a 600 mile range EV? Let's discuss this and more.

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

If You Want A Fourth-Generation Subaru WRX It’s Probably Too Late

By Denis Flierl on March 2, 2022 - 10:52AM

If you want a 2021 Subaru WRX, you are probably too late to get one of the fourth-generation models. Subaru stops production to make way for the all-new 2022 WRX.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback, 2022 Forester

Subaru Sales Drop 7.1 Percent In The U.S. But There’s A Silver Lining

By Denis Flierl on March 2, 2022 - 7:01AM

Subaru announced a sales drop of 7.1 percent in February, but it’s not all bad news. Subaru has a few surprises.

New Tesla Model and Gigafactory

By Jeremy Johnson on March 1, 2022 - 6:57PM

Tesla is planning to expand Giga Shanghai, according to sources familiar with the matter that asked not to be identified, so that Tesla can build up to 2 million cars per year - just in China - just in Giga Shanghai. Tesla will become the largest auto producer in China with this upgrade. 2 million vehicles is quite a lot. Toyota produced 1.6 million vehicles in China in 2021.

Mazda CX-5 Outsells Honda CR-V In February In U.S. Market

By John Goreham on March 1, 2022 - 5:12PM

Mazda’s CX-5 has consistently been outselling the Subaru Forester and other popular models. Now it has passed the Honda CR-V, once the top-selling crossover in the segment.

Hyundai Delivers Segment-Topping Volume of Ioniq 5s in February In U.S.

By John Goreham on March 1, 2022 - 11:35AM

Among affordable EV crossover vehicles, the Hyundai Ioniq is starting to emerge as a volume leader in America.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Impreza, features, upgrades, specs, pricing

Why The Subaru Crosstrek And Impreza Fail To Get The Highest Safety Scores

By Denis Flierl on March 1, 2022 - 10:57AM

Even though the 2022 Subaru Outback, Ascent, Legacy, and Crosstrek Hybrid get the highest IIHS safety awards, why not the Crosstrek and Impreza? See why the 2022 Crosstrek and Impreza fall short.

Subscribe to