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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.

Ford Chief Upset Over Reports of Huge F-150 Lightning Markups

Dealers Face Wrath Of An Unhappy Ford Boss Over Reported Lightning Markups

By Marc Stern on February 6, 2022 - 11:01PM

Ford boss Jim Farley is upset. He is mad about the reported markups some dealers are slapping on Ford F-150 Lightning reservations and orders. Indeed, he noted that dealers face having their Lightning allocations slashed for the 2022 sales year.

Image showing the Porsche Taycan Turbo S lined up against the Lucid Air Dream Edition P at a drag strip.

Lucid Air Monsters Porsche Taycan Turbo S In Drag Race

By James Walker on February 6, 2022 - 1:37PM

DragTimes is at it again, racing two of the most powerful EVs money can buy at John Hennessey's private drag strip. With 350 more horsepower on tap and similar kerb weights, the Lucid's victory was all but a foregone conclusion.

Subaru Crosstrek And New WRX Are Best Picks Again For Retaining Their Value

By Denis Flierl on February 6, 2022 - 7:36AM

Are the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek and 2022 Subaru WRX a good value for new car shoppers? J.D. Power says they are best in their segment in retaining their value. Check out the complete report here.

If You Want a Tesla, Here's 5 Things You Must Think About First

By Jeremy Johnson on February 5, 2022 - 5:10PM

If you're looking to buy a Tesla, there are 5 important things that you must think about first. Here they are.

Tesla Profitability Is About To Go Through the Roof

By Jeremy Johnson on February 5, 2022 - 4:48PM

Tesla's profitability is about to go through the roof. What is going on that is going to cause this? We'll share that now.

Lucid Motors DreamDrive Pro Features List

By Anthony Donati on February 5, 2022 - 4:37PM

Lucid Motors sent out some major software updates! Here is a list of the features and what was released. Plus what $LCID investors need to know

Jay Leno on the Tesla Model S Plaid

By Jeremy Johnson on February 5, 2022 - 4:12PM

Jay Leno test drove a Tesla Model S Plaid a while back and we have some of his thoughts about Tesla's most highly performing and expensive vehicle. Let's see what he had to say.

Image from Lucid showing an artist's impression of the Air's lidar system projecting beams from the front of the vehicle

New Lucid OTA Update Brings Some Of DreamDrive's ADAS Functions Online

By James Walker on February 5, 2022 - 3:55PM

Lucid has released OTA update 1.1.4 which brings some, but not all, of the Air's DreamDrive capabilities online. Until now Lucid's ADAS functions had not been available to the first owners of the Dream Edition.

Ford Has Enhanced Its Certified Preowned Program

Ford Enhances Certified Pre-Owned Program With Two-Week Money-Back Guarantee

By Marc Stern on February 5, 2022 - 3:55PM

Ford, the longtime leader in pickup truck sales, has enhanced its certified preowned program. The enhancement makes the program the leading CPO program in the vehicular world. Starting this month, used-vehicle buyers will be given a two-week, money-back guarantee so they can return their vehicles if there is an issue.

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

The Most And Least Satisfying 2-Row SUVs - CR Now Says Subaru Outback Is Best

By Denis Flierl on February 5, 2022 - 12:18PM

How well does the 2022 Subaru Outback satisfy its owners? See why the midsize SUV is one of the two best models according to Consumer Reports.

Timing Chain and Timing Belt Problems and Repair Demonstrated by Mechanics

By Timothy Boyer on February 5, 2022 - 10:29AM

Here’s an informative guide that will answer many of your timing chain questions: What is a timing chain and how does it work? Which is better---a timing chain or a timing belt? Should timing chains or belts be serviced/replaced periodically to prevent catastrophic engine damage? Will a broken timing chain or belt always result in a damaged engine? What does it take to replace a timing chain or belt and how difficult is it?

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

The 15 Best Cars If You Don't Have Snow Tires - Few Are Affordable Except Subaru

By Denis Flierl on February 5, 2022 - 7:19AM

What are the best cars for snow this winter? What if you don’t have snow tires? A new report says the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek and 2022 Subaru Forester are among the top fifteen models you can buy now. Check out the complete list here.

Lucid Motors Is Now Starting The Grand Touring Production

By Anthony Donati on February 4, 2022 - 7:05PM

Lucid Motors Grand Touring Edition is starting to be produced. What this means for $LCID and what investors should know!

Consumer Reports New Listing of This Year’s Trucks Buyers Liked and Disliked After Buying

By Timothy Boyer on February 4, 2022 - 6:02PM

Here’s the latest on recommendations Consumer Reports analysts made covering those trucks buyers wound up liking and disliking after purchasing to help you find the truck you really want.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing

The Crosstrek Is The Worst Used Subaru Model You Can Buy Now - WRX Is 2nd

By Denis Flierl on February 4, 2022 - 12:48PM

Should you buy a new 2022 Subaru Crosstrek or a used model? See why the Crosstrek is the worst Subaru model to buy used and, the WRX is a close second. What about buying a used Forester or Outback? Check out the complete details here.

Image showing staff at Lucid's factory marrying the car's battery pack to the body shell.

Lucid Is Increasing Production Capacity With Hiring Event This Weekend

By James Walker on February 4, 2022 - 12:42PM

With production of the flagship Air Dream Edition nearing its end and AMP-1 gearing up for Air GT production, Lucid is looking to add to its staff for overnight production and logistics management.

Ford's F-150 Lightning Can Be Used To Power Lightless Houses

Ford Lightning Lights Up Their Lives By Powering Homes If Grid Goes Down

By Marc Stern on February 4, 2022 - 10:35AM

Picture this: an ice storm cuts power to millions, but owners of Ford F-150 Lightning all-electric pickups have a way out, their trucks. Thanks to Ford ingenuity and the automaker's partners, F-150 customers can use their trucks to power their homes for up to 10 days with rationing or solar charging. It is a new feature.

2022 Subaru Forester features, specs, pricing, fuel mileage

Refreshed Forester Is Subaru’s Only Bright Spot To Start The New Year

By Denis Flierl on February 4, 2022 - 7:01AM

The refreshed 2022 Subaru Forester is already setting records. See what Forester pulled off in January.

2022 Hyundai Santa Fe XRT Review: Great Comfort and Power

By Armen Hareyan on February 3, 2022 - 11:20PM

For the 2022 model Year Hyundai has introduced the Santa Fe XRT, which is Hyundai's off-road Santa Fe. It offers a very fashionable approach and marked by robustness in appearance. Basically, the XRT package offers you a Santa Fe that will stand out from all the others.

Biden Administration Ready to Talk to Tesla About Chip Shortage

By Jeremy Johnson on February 3, 2022 - 6:21PM

We have word, anonymously from some, and specifically from others, from those inside the White House, that they are ready to talk about the chip shortage and enlist the aid of Elon Musk to help combat supply chain challenges. Will President Biden finally be able to acknowledge Tesla?

Used Chevy Trucks Worth Buying and Keeping

Chevy Trucks to Buy and Not Buy Explained by a Chevrolet Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on February 3, 2022 - 3:34PM

Thinking about buying a used Chevy truck, but not sure which model in what eras are the keepers worth investing in? Here’s the latest from an experienced Chevrolet truck owner and mechanic who offers this guide about Chevy truck specifics and which you should and should not buy…and why.

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

A New Subaru Solterra Reservation System Goes Live Soon - What You Need To Know

By Denis Flierl on February 3, 2022 - 12:15PM

Subaru will open up its online orders for the 2023 Solterra EV next week. Check out the updated details here.

Texting on street results in car-pedestrian accidents

Consumer Reports Discusses When Your Car’s Lawsuit Avoidance Safety Feature Fails

By Timothy Boyer on February 3, 2022 - 12:02PM

According to a recent Consumer Reports newsletter, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) released their findings about problems with this important safety feature car owners rely on to avoid a lawsuit.

Panasonic to start Tesla 4680 battery cell production in Japan

Panasonic's Decision To Start Tesla's 4680 Battery Production in Japan Raises Questions

By Armen Hareyan on February 3, 2022 - 9:10AM

Quantumscape's Recent Solid-State Battery Breaking News Went Largely Unnoticed

By Armen Hareyan on February 3, 2022 - 9:00AM

CR Says Subaru Is Now Mediocre In The Most, Least Liked Car Brands Report

By Denis Flierl on February 3, 2022 - 6:24AM

In an updated Consumer Reports, Least And Most Liked Car Brands list, Subaru dropped significantly in its ranking. See why Subaru fell from 5th to 14th.

Project Lithium Nexpower Batteries Website

Project Lithium Does It Again; New Batteries For Toyota/Lexus Hybrids

By Peter Neilson on February 2, 2022 - 9:10PM

Project Lithium is at it again with new batteries. With LFP tech being considered by Tesla, it is no wonder more people are going lithium to solve their battery problems.

Tesla No Longer Needs the EV Tax Credit

By Jeremy Johnson on February 2, 2022 - 7:22PM

Tesla no longer needs any EV tax credits to pass for a discount on EVs (electric vehicles). The demand is so high, that it doesn't matter if the bill passes. Elon Musk was right - kill the bill completely.

Tesla FSD Faced a "Recall" - Why The Word Recall is Misleading

By Jeremy Johnson on February 2, 2022 - 7:01PM

Recently, numerous news sites talked about how Tesla had a recall of over 50,000 vehicles. It makes it sound like there was a big problem with those vehicles and customers had to take their Tesla's for maintenance somewhere and get parts replaced. The word recall is misleading. Here's why:

Elon Musk talks about Lucid Motors and Lucid Air

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Takes Shot At Lucid Motors

By Anthony Donati on February 2, 2022 - 6:51PM

Elon Musk attacks Lucid Motors again. Why is $LCID only 5% of $TSLA Market Capitalization? Is Lucid the Tesla Killer?

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