Automotive News (Page 262)

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.

Tesla Stock Will Stay Under Pressure Until Elon Musk Is Done Selling

By Jeremy Johnson on November 12, 2021 - 11:52PM

We have a flood of new Form 4 documents for Tesla for Elon Musk selling shares of Tesla. In total, there are about 12 forms filed and to date, Elon Musk has sold 6.4 million shares of Tesla stock for $6.9 billion (avg price $1,086). He is 37% complete in order to sell 10% of his stock per his Twitter pull. This is putting some downward pressure on the stock.

2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Wagoneer Win Top SUV Awards

2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer Win Top SUV Awards

By Mary Conway on November 12, 2021 - 10:22PM

One national magazine says Jeep has the "Best SUV Lineup" in 2021.

2022 GMC Yukon 4WD Denali Redwood Metallic

2022 GMC Yukon 4WD Denali Receives a Google Element In The Interior

By Armen Hareyan on November 12, 2021 - 8:00PM

This week Torque News is testing the 2022 GMC Yukon 4WD Denali and in this review I am going to tell you what has changed from the 2021 model year and the Google element in the infotainment.

Image showing a Lucid Air wearing protective white wrapping being driven into a covered car transport trailer

More Lucid Airs Are Being Shipped Out To Customers This Weekend

By James Walker on November 12, 2021 - 6:00PM

With two weeks passed since Lucid made its first customer deliveries at the inaugural Lucid Rally the company is gearing up to ship out more Air sedans this weekend.

European Cars Make Bad Used Car Purchases

The Best Used Car Deals Mechanics Recommend Against Buying

By Timothy Boyer on November 12, 2021 - 4:46PM

Here’s why some of the best used car deals out there look like a great deal, but in reality are only a great deal for the guy selling the used car. Find out now what models of used cars listed online that you should really avoid in spite of the fact that they look like a really good deal.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing

The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Pricing And Complete Model Guide

By Denis Flierl on November 12, 2021 - 3:16PM

The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek pricing and complete model guide are here. See what's new for the 2022 model change.

Image showing the Lucid Air's Glass Cockpit and Pilot Panel screens.

The Lucid Air's Control Systems Are Beautiful And Simple To Use

By James Walker on November 12, 2021 - 11:25AM

It's all well and good to build an EV with a mammoth 520-mile range, but if it's a pain to use then customers are going to stray. No such problem exists for Lucid, it would appear, as the systems that let drivers and passengers interact with the Air have been designed to combine familiarity and cutting-edge technology. Plus it's got buttons.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

Subaru Scores Higher Than Toyota, Mazda, Hyundai In Customer Satisfaction Study

By Denis Flierl on November 12, 2021 - 11:20AM

How is Subaru doing with shortages of the 2022 Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek models? Subaru ranks higher than its rivals Toyota, Mazda, and Hyundai in customer satisfaction. Check out the scores here.

Tesla Just Increased MIC Model Y Range, but Decreased Acceleration

Tesla Revises MIC Model Y Configurator, Changes Name and Increases Range

By Armen Hareyan on November 12, 2021 - 8:04AM

Just hours ago Tesla made a change in Made-in-China model Y's specs, increasing the range from 525 km to 545 km, which is an increase of 12.5 miles of range in the Model Y. But, Tesla also substantially decreased the acceleration from 5.6 s to 6.9 seconds from 0 to 60.

Subaru Forester, Impreza recall for rust

Shopping For A Used Subaru Forester - Models To Avoid With Rust Problems

By Denis Flierl on November 12, 2021 - 7:32AM

If you are shopping for a used Subaru Forester, there are some years you should avoid. Here is a list of years that have potential rust problems if you live in certain states.

Big Surprises Revealed for 2022 RAV4: New Grade, New Wheels, New Styling

By Jeff Teague on November 12, 2021 - 6:56AM

Toyota RAV4 celebrates its 25th anniversary with several new upgrades and changes for 2022. See them all here.

First Reported Accident With Tesla FSD Beta

By Jeremy Johnson on November 11, 2021 - 11:06PM

We have the first reports of an alleged accident with Tesla FSD Beta, which is reported on the NHTSA website. Let's look at the details and see what's going on.

Purdue Researchers Work On Quick-Charge Cable -- Photo Courtesy Purdue University and Ford Motor Co.

Ford, Purdue Have High Hopes For Self-Cooling Quick-Charge Cable

By Marc Stern on November 11, 2021 - 3:45PM

Thanks to the work that Ford Motor Co. and Purdue University researchers are doing right now it is quite possible that within a couple of years, owners of electric vehicles like the Mustang Mach-E, E-Transit van, or the F-150 Lightning pickup will be able to quick- charge their vehicles without the need for huge cables.

Interior shot of the Lucid Air showing its 34-inch wide Glass Cockpit and the Pilot Panel below it.

Lucid Owner Video Shows Off Innovative Dual-Screen Navigation System

By James Walker on November 11, 2021 - 1:47PM

Lucid Air's dual-screen navigation abilities are teamed with the Lucid app to make range anxiety a thing of the past.

2022 Subaru Outback, Outback Wilderness, features, specs, pricing

Your 3 Smart SUV-Alternative Models Now - Subaru Outback Is Hard To Beat

By Denis Flierl on November 11, 2021 - 1:16PM

Is the 2022 Subaru Outback a wagon or is it a midsize SUV? See why Consumer Reports says it’s the best SUV-alternative pick for SUV shoppers.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing

5 Reasons Why Newsweek Says New Subaru Crosstrek Is Your Best Small SUV Pick

By Denis Flierl on November 11, 2021 - 6:34AM

Newsweek just announced the refreshed 2021 Subaru Crosstrek earned its Best Small SUV award. Check out why the Crosstrek is the best in its segment.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV features, specs

The All-New Subaru Solterra Breaks Cover - Complete Details And Images

By Denis Flierl on November 10, 2021 - 8:35PM

The all-new 2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric SUV has arrived. Check out the complete details and new images here.

Elon Musk Sale of Tesla Stock With Form 4

Breaking: Tesla Files Form 4 for Elon Musk's Sale of Stock Options

By Jeremy Johnson on November 10, 2021 - 7:22PM

We've just received news of Elon Musk's sale of his stock options and Tesla filing a Form 4 to show the sales of the shares. I believe there is more to come tomorrow and we'll see the big numbers from the sale of more of his stock options. It appears that the Form 4 filing on 11/8 was just for tax purposes for Elon exercising his stock options.

Best and Worst Accelerators Available Today

Consumer Reports Rates Cars, SUVs, and Trucks with the Best and Worst Acceleration

By Timothy Boyer on November 10, 2021 - 6:12PM

Here’s the latest on vehicles rated having the best and worst acceleration, that can help car shoppers find a new vehicle that is is guaranteed to handle the busiest roadways where quick bursts of speed are needed for safe lane changing and traffic merging.

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Ford Develops Reality Experience For Prospective F-150 Lightning Owners

By Marc Stern on November 10, 2021 - 3:15PM

Ford has created a special reality program for potential F-150 Lightning Owners to bring them a learning experience about their potential pickups as they wait for their delivery sometime early next year. Ford has more 160,000 reservations for the brand-new pickup.

Tesla Makes 2 Disclosing Points About Giga Shanghai and Affordable Model

Tesla China Manager Makes 2 Divulging Points About Giga China's Future

By Armen Hareyan on November 10, 2021 - 12:26PM

Bank of America Doubles Lucid Price Target

By James Walker on November 10, 2021 - 12:26PM

Bank of America's new stock price target would give Lucid a market capitalization of $97 billion.

Car Lawyer Explains Myths, Scams, and Risks of Buying a Used Car

By Timothy Boyer on November 10, 2021 - 12:00PM

Not convinced that you have to have ALL used cars inspected before buying one whether it’s from a well-know local dealership or some guy down the street? Here is sound advice about what happens during used car scams and why you might have no recourse other than chalking the scam up to experience after falling for one.

2023 Subaru Crosstrek, Crosstrek Wilderness, next-generation Crosstrek

The Next-Generation Subaru Crosstrek Was Just Spotted And See 2 New Videos

By Denis Flierl on November 10, 2021 - 10:37AM

What changes will Subaru make to the next-generation 2023 Crosstrek? Two new videos show what is coming, and you can see the new Crosstrek here.

Vehicles most likely to break down within their first year

Vehicles Rated Most Likely to Need Repairs the First 12 Months After Buying

By Timothy Boyer on November 10, 2021 - 10:31AM

Here’s the latest on what vehicle types you can expect to put some money down on for repair costs within the first 12 months of ownership.

America's Fastest-Selling Used Vehicles Are Electrified

By John Goreham on November 10, 2021 - 10:17AM

A new study shows that green vehicles are among the most desired in the used car marketplace.

20 Fastest Selling New Cars - Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, Outback Stay Sizzling Hot

By Denis Flierl on November 10, 2021 - 7:08AM

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Forester, and 2022 Subaru Outback are now the fastest-selling small SUVs in the U.S. Check out the top twenty fastest-selling new cars this fall here.

Image showing Tesla2Lucid's Lucid Air charging at an Electrify America charging station.

Lucid Owner's Video Shows Just How Fast the Air Sedan Can Charge

By James Walker on November 9, 2021 - 9:22PM

In this news report look how fast Lucid Air can charge and that's not even the fastest it's capable of charging!

Tesla Stock Absolutely Crushed and Presents Buying Opportunity

By Jeremy Johnson on November 9, 2021 - 8:05PM

Tesla stock has gone down nearly 20% in the last two days, from over 1,200 per share to now just over 1,000 per share. This is the fastest and largest drop in stock price Tesla has ever seen. This is almost certainly due to Elon Musk selling his shares of Tesla stock, about 20 million shares.

Car Repair Horrors Mechanics Face Every Day

By Timothy Boyer on November 9, 2021 - 6:19PM

Ever think that a life as a mechanic is a good choice for you? Before committing to years of training and hard work, take a look at this must-watch video that shows the car repair horrors mechanics face every day when something wicked rolls this way into their garages.

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