Automotive News (Page 260)

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 Ford Maverick Photo Courtesy Ford Motor Co.

Ford Has Two Entries In 2021 NACTOY Awards Program Finals

By Marc Stern on November 21, 2021 - 6:23PM

At last, the committee running the North American Car and Truck Awards program has its finalists. In a surprise, Ford has two entrants. The entries are not where you think they might be -- electric. Instead, Ford's "back to the future" retro SUV, the Bronco, is one vehicle, while the automaker's innovative compact pickup, the Maverick, is the second. Two of the entrants are from manufacturers that didn't exist three years ago, Lucid and Rivian. Photos Courtesy Ford Motor Co.

2022 Subaru Ascent pricing, features, reliability

Why The Subaru Ascent 3-Row SUV Is Now The Black Sheep Of The Family

By Denis Flierl on November 21, 2021 - 6:16AM

The 2022 Subaru Ascent just made Consumer Reports' ten least reliable cars list again. Here are the problems with the 3-Row family hauler.

Tesla Cybertruck May Have a New Beta Version As We Found This Really Amazing Pic

By Jeremy Johnson on November 20, 2021 - 10:41PM

There is a Tweet circulating on social media claiming to be the image of the new beta version of Tesla Cybertruck. Why is this image circulating around now? This could at least mean that Tesla is getting one step closer to the production of the Cybertruck and the release of Tesla's electric truck may happen sooner than expected.

Tesla Experienced Outage Elon Musk Responded

Tesla Experiences Outage, Shutting Down Apps and Features of Cars

By Jeremy Johnson on November 20, 2021 - 3:16PM

Tesla recently experienced an outage, causing there to be an unavailability for features of its app and cars, along with not being able to get in the car using your phone. Elon Musk responded to this directly.

Image showing a Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV in a car wash

Ford And Rivian Scrap Plans To Co-Develop Future Electric Vehicles

By James Walker on November 20, 2021 - 12:13PM

The first jointly-developed product would have worn Ford badging and be built on Rivian's "skateboard" platform. Now Ford is confident that they don't need Rivian's help.

Engine Diagnostic Tools in the Wrong Hands

Do Not Fall for This Car Repair Reverse Scam

By Timothy Boyer on November 20, 2021 - 11:31AM

Sometimes, car owners can be their own worst enemy when it comes to car repairs. Do not fall into this trap described as a “car repair reverse scam.”

Tesla Cybertruck production update from Elon Musk

Elon Musk Explains Why Tesla Can't Launch Cybertruck or Semi Yet

By Armen Hareyan on November 20, 2021 - 11:20AM

Tesla CEO Elon Musk explains, quite logically, why at the moment it is extremely difficult to produce new electric models, particularly the Cybertruck and the Tesla Semi.

Image showing a gold Lucid Air being reversed out of an enclosed car trailer for customer delivery.

Lucid Airs Are Being Delivered Around The Country In These Specific Locations

By James Walker on November 20, 2021 - 9:47AM

From Seattle to Chicago to Atlanta, Lucid Airs are making their way to customers across the US in ever-increasing numbers.

You Will Not Believe the Markup Price on This 2021 Toyota RAV4

By Jeff Teague on November 20, 2021 - 9:14AM

Brace yourself. Nothing will prepare you for the markup on this 2021 Toyota RAV4.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

The Most And Least Fuel Efficient New Cars - EPA Says Subaru Is Still 2nd Best

By Denis Flierl on November 20, 2021 - 8:12AM

The EPA released its new fuel-mileage results and finds Subaru's lineup of 2022 Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, and Ascent rank 2nd best in U.S. automaker's fleets. See how they accomplish it with an all-wheel-drive lineup.

Tesla Now Offering Gift Cards

By Jeremy Johnson on November 19, 2021 - 10:48PM

Tesla is now offering gift cards through its website for the amounts of $50, $69, $100, $250, and $420, or a custom amount of your choosing. Gift cards may be a nice way to give someone enough for some charging cables, or enough for even the full self-driving package - or a month or two of FSD subscription.

Image showing a white Fisker Ocean parked in a forested area.

Fisker Ocean Has a Surprisingly Low Price and Multiple Battery Setups

By James Walker on November 19, 2021 - 5:35PM

The all-electric Fisker Ocean will cost $37,499 before credits thanks to its use of multiple battery setups.

Unbelievably Lazy Repair by Car Dealership Mechanic

Car Repair Scam Outed by Mechanic is a Lesson to Car Owners

By Timothy Boyer on November 19, 2021 - 3:40PM

Here is a recent car repair scam by a dealership on a relatively new car that serves as a good lesson to all car owners seeking help from a dealership when something is amiss with their car.

Best All-Season Tires Listed for Winter Driving in Cars, SUVs, and Trucks

By Timothy Boyer on November 19, 2021 - 3:36PM

Here is the latest from Consumer Reports on what they found from extensive testing to be the best all-season tires to suit your needs for winter driving whether it be in a car, SUV, or truck this winter.

2022 Subaru BRZ, pricing, specs, features

Car And Driver Says Subaru BRZ Is A 10-Best But It Still Has One Major Flaw

By Denis Flierl on November 19, 2021 - 2:55PM

Subaru just announced the next-generation 2022 Subaru BRZ was included as a top vehicle in the Car and Driver 2022 10Best list. But they say it still has one major flaw.

Image showing the hood, headlights and cameras in the nose of a white Lucid Air.

Lucid Stock Cools After A Run To Near All-Time High Territory

By James Walker on November 19, 2021 - 1:46PM

Rollercoaster ride continues for Lucid stock fuelled by announcements made during the manufacturer's Q3 earnings call.

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F-150 Lightning's Mega Power Frunk Began Life As Cardboard Box

By Marc Stern on November 19, 2021 - 12:17PM

The F-150 Lightning's innovative Mega Power Frunk had very mundane beginnings. Designers used a cardboard box that they styled into the trunk (front-trunk) and they made changes as they showed it during the design input phase.

ALG Says The New Subaru Forester And WRX Still Retain Their Value Best

By Denis Flierl on November 19, 2021 - 6:43AM

Subaru wins two more residual value awards from ALG. See why the 2022 Forester and 2022 WRX are singled out as the top models again.

Teslas Are Sold Out Until 2023, But The Timing May Reverse

By Armen Hareyan on November 18, 2021 - 9:55PM

Tesla Hints at CyberTruck to Be Released Soon

Cybertruck Reservation Holder Gets a Txt From Tesla Preparing for Delivery

By Jeremy Johnson on November 18, 2021 - 7:56PM

We have a Tweet from someone that may give a clue that the Tesla CyberTruck is getting closer to its first deliveries. Let's take a look at what this Twitter user's feed said with replies and comments, and what it all means.

A gold-colored Lucid is pictured inside the company's Beverly Hills studio as it awaits pickup from its owner

North American Car Of The Year Finalists Announced: Lucid Air Makes The List

By James Walker on November 18, 2021 - 3:16PM

Lucid's Air faces stiff competition in its category but could be the first EV to bring home North American Car of the Year.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Ascent

10 Most And Least Reliable Cars - Subaru Crosstrek Is Best, Ascent Among The Worst

By Denis Flierl on November 18, 2021 - 1:19PM

What are the most reliable new cars? Subaru has two models on the list, and one is best and one the worst in the new report. Check out the full report here.

Jim Cramer Says Tesla Could Be Like Amazon, and There Is No 2nd Amazon

Jim Cramer Says Tesla Could Be Like Amazon, Opens Ford, Lucid and Rivian

By Armen Hareyan on November 18, 2021 - 1:17PM

Top Tier Gas Recommended by Car Manufacturers

Top Tier Gas Recommended by AAA Automotive Experts for These Cars

By Timothy Boyer on November 18, 2021 - 1:01PM

Are you using the best gasoline possible to protect your car’s engine? Turn’s out that many car owners are not choosing the best gasoline for their engines according to a recent recommendation by AAA Automotive experts who say that manufacturers of specific makes recommended that car owners use Top Tier gas in their vehicles.

The Most Reliable Car Brands And Why Subaru Only Gets An Honorable Mention

By Denis Flierl on November 18, 2021 - 8:25AM

Which car brands are the most reliable? See where Subaru ranks with the big automakers and where the Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek are in the most reliable models list.

Toyota Prius Catalytic Converter Theft Is 40 Times Higher Over A Few Short Years

By Peter Neilson on November 18, 2021 - 1:53AM

Toyota Prius is a prime target for catalytic converter theft. Theft year over has gotten so bad it is not 40 times worse than it was in 2016. Prius is not the only target though. Here is a list of the top targeted vehicles and what you can do to take action.

Rivian vs Lucid: The Potential In The Long Term

By Armen Hareyan on November 17, 2021 - 10:10PM

Who has more potential long term out of these two: Lucid or Rivian?

Biggest Benefactor of Elon Musk Stock Sale

The Biggest Benefactor of Elon Musk's Stocks Sales - the U.S. Government

By Jeremy Johnson on November 17, 2021 - 7:16PM

Much has been made of Elon Musk's stock sales recently. He's just over half way done and is racking up the tax bill to the U.S. government. In fact, the U.S. government will be the primary benefactor of Elon Musk's stock sales, receiving many billions in dollars for these 3 weeks of stock sales.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV features, specs

Meet The All-New Electric Subaru Solterra - The EV Makes Its U.S. Debut

By Denis Flierl on November 17, 2021 - 2:33PM

Subaru of America revealed the all-new 2023 Subaru Solterra EV SUV at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Check out the details here.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing

Why Subaru Won't Offer Any New Features On Newly-Announced Crosstrek Trims

By Denis Flierl on November 17, 2021 - 10:20AM

Subaru announced pricing on the new 2022 Crosstrek models, but there are no new features on any trim levels. Here's why the Crosstrek is a carryover from the 2021 models.

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