Automotive News (Page 267)

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 Bot Will Enable Massive Fleet Learning Beyond FSD

By Jeremy Johnson on January 28, 2022 - 8:10PM

Elon Musk spoke about Tesla Bot a lot on the latest earnings call. Most people seem skeptical of it, but I believe Elon when he said it will be bigger than the auto business. I'll share why now.

Image captured from a YouTube video showing a prototype Rivian EDV charging in a parking lot.

Rivian Delivery Van Prototype Spotted Charging In The Wild

By James Walker on January 28, 2022 - 5:18PM

New video captures a prototype version of Rivian's EDV (Electric Delivery Van) charging in the wild, driver threatens to call the police.

Image showing a gold Lucid Air connected to one of Electrify America's fast chargers.

Lucid Extends 3-Year Unlimited Free Charging Offer For New Customers At Electrify America Stations

By James Walker on January 28, 2022 - 12:39PM

Lucid's answer to Tesla's Supercharger network is its partnership with Electrify America, providing customers with three years of free charging without having to build its own infrastructure. The offer was due to expire on December 31st 2021 but has now been extended.

2022 Subaru Impreza pricing, features, specs, fuel mileage

Best AWD Hatch - iSeeCars Says Subaru Impreza Beats Mazda3 and VW Golf R

By Denis Flierl on January 28, 2022 - 11:41AM

What are the three best all-wheel-drive hatchbacks you can buy now? Check out why the 2022 Subaru Impreza vs. the Mazda3 and VW Golf R comes out on top.

How To Turn on And Use Your Jeep Wrangler 4xe’s Unique 4X4 Drive System Features

By John Goreham on January 28, 2022 - 9:46AM

Jeep’s Wrangler 4xe offers many new technologies such as downhill assist, crawl control, max regen, EV Mode, and more. These augment 2H, 4H, 4A, and 4L along with locking differentials to give you a tremendous list of drive mode options.

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing, safety

Subaru Outback Scores Highest Overall Safety Across All Vehicle Classes

By Denis Flierl on January 28, 2022 - 7:10AM

The 2022 Subaru Outback earned the best safety scores across all vehicle classes. What does the safety score mean for SUV shoppers?

Elon Musk Says Besides Tesla It Will Take 5 Years For Any Other Company To Solve FSD

By Tinsae Aregay on January 28, 2022 - 6:53AM

Following the disappointment caused by Tesla's latest earnings call, Musk has started emphasizing FSD's value. Elon says besides Tesla it will take all other competitors at least 5 years to reach level 5 autonomy.

Image showing the rear badging and tail light of the new GMA T.33 supercar.

Gordon Murray T.33 Unveiled With Naturally-Aspirated 11,000 RPM V12

By James Walker on January 27, 2022 - 8:01PM

GMA's T.33 may be a slightly turned-down version of its T.50 big brother, but the statement it makes is still deafeningly loud thanks to a howling V12 engine by Cosworth.

Lucid, Tesla and Rivian Down Over 10% Today: What Happened

By Anthony Donati on January 27, 2022 - 7:06PM

The Electric Vehicle sector has been hit hard recently and that has caused very stagnant trading and huge dips for $LCID, $TSLA, and $RIVN. What investors need to know. Is there light at the end of the Tunnel?

Image showing a white Lucid Air parked in the hills of California on an overcast and rainy winter's day.

Lucid Stock Slides 25% Amid Wider EV Market Dip Affecting Tesla, Rivian, and Nio

By James Walker on January 27, 2022 - 4:55PM

Lucid stock tumbles 13% in a single day as prices continue to drop across the global EV market. Here's what could be causing manufacturers and their shareholders pain.

Most Powerful Street-Legal Ford Bronco, the Bronco Raptor

Ford’s Desert-Racing, Rock-Crawling 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor Is Its Most Powerful Street-Legal Bronco Ever

By Marc Stern on January 27, 2022 - 2:27PM

Ford debuted its most powerful street-legal Bronco this week. Already sought after by celebrities, the Bronco Raptor offers buyers a rock-crawling performance SUV that is the most powerful Bronco in the brand.

Special HEPA Filter System in Tesla Protects Drivers from Common Problem

Tesla Bioweapon Defense Mode Put to the Test

By Timothy Boyer on January 27, 2022 - 2:02PM

Is Tesla’s “Bioweapon Defense Mode” feature more of a gimmick than living up to its name? Here’s a demo that shows what happens when Tesla’s Bioweapon Defense Mode is put to the test in a smoke-filled bubble.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

The 5 Best Car Apps - Satisfaction With MySubaru Is Now Among The Top

By Denis Flierl on January 27, 2022 - 1:19PM

What is the MySubaru app, and how does it work? A new report from J.D. Power says the Subaru app is among the best of 32 car brands.

Warranties Require Owners Follow Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Will Skipping an Oil Change Void Your Vehicle Warranty?

By Timothy Boyer on January 27, 2022 - 11:34AM

Will skipping an oil change on your vehicle result in its manufacturer’s warranty really being voided? Here’s what one 2018 Ram 1500 Eco Diesel owner discovered the hard way and how he is trying to blame it on the dealership that sold him the truck brand new.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek production shutdown

Subaru Shuts Down New Model Production - Forester And Crosstrek Affected

By Denis Flierl on January 27, 2022 - 6:34AM

Subaru suspends production at its Japan plant affecting the 2022 Forester and 2022 Crosstrek. See what it means for customers and new car shoppers this winter.

Tesla Released Their Q4, 2021 Earnings - The Future Elon Sees That Many Don't

By Jeremy Johnson on January 26, 2022 - 8:55PM

Tesla just had their Q4, 2021 earnings call with Elon Musk being on the call again. There were a lot of items discussed and Elon Musk is seeing a future that most people aren't getting. Let's talk about it.

First 2023 Mazda CX-50 Makes History Rolling Off U.S. Assembly Line

By John Goreham on January 26, 2022 - 8:51PM

Mazda’s first new CX-50 crossover has been built in Mazda’s new Alabama plant.

2022 Lexus IS Destined to Be Among the Best of the Last Modern ICE Vehicles

By Timothy Boyer on January 26, 2022 - 5:44PM

Discover now which 2022 model of the Lexus IS may very well be the best of the last modern day internal combustion engine vehicles before the world goes totally electric.

Engine Swapping is Not Always a Good Option

Engine Swapping Expert Reveals the Realities About Engine Replacement

By Timothy Boyer on January 26, 2022 - 1:45PM

You have a new or special make of car you love, but the engine has exploded. Should you agree to having an engine swap as recommended by a mechanic or that guy in the office who says he knows cars? Here are some engine swapping considerations all car owners need to know and understand before agreeing to one and what could happen if you go for it. Plus, a bonus video of a V8 engine swap in a 1998 Honda Civic Hatchback doing a quarter mile in 10 seconds.

2022 Subaru Impreza pricing, features, specs, fuel mileage, price

By Denis Flierl on January 26, 2022 - 12:55PM

What are the most popular vehicles in America in 2022? Some models, you would guess, but one Subaru model is a surprise top seller in one state.

Ford Halt Orders for Highly Sought-After Maverick Compact Pickup

Buyer Excitement Forces Ford To Cut Off Orders For The Sought-After Maverick

By Marc Stern on January 26, 2022 - 11:52AM

Ford has been forced to cut off new orders for the highly sought-after compact pickup the Maverick. The automaker was inundated with orders for the compact truck following its debut.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing

10 Cheapest SUVs - Subaru Crosstrek Scores Among the Least Expensive New Models

By Denis Flierl on January 26, 2022 - 6:52AM

What are the least expensive new SUVs you can buy now? Check out the ten cheapest new models and where the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek fits in.

Here is What Lucid Motors Is Expected to Accomplish By 2027

By Anthony Donati on January 26, 2022 - 6:30AM

Lucid Motors has som rapid growth that could vault them to the top of the Electric Vehicle food chain. If Lucid can deliver on its promises this could be huge for $LCID early shareholders!

Drag Race Between Tesla Model S Plaid and Lucid Air Dream Edition

By Jeremy Johnson on January 25, 2022 - 11:28PM

In the red corner, we have the Tesla Model S Plaid. Costing at around $124,490 with 1,020 horsepower. In the blue corner, we have the Lucid Air Dream Edition, of which only 520 have and ever will be made, costing around $169,000 with 1,111 horsepower. Who will win this drag race matchup?

Image showing a dark red Lucid Air parked on a lawn ahead of InsideEVs' 70 mph highway range test.

Lucid Air Travels 500 Real-World Miles On A Single Charge In Highway Range Test

By James Walker on January 25, 2022 - 4:39PM

From a 100% state of charge and using adaptive cruise control the Lucid Air averaged 4.3 miles per kWh and drove for a further six miles after reaching 0% charge remaining.

2023 Subaru Crosstrek, Crosstrek Wilderness, specs, features, pricing

Subaru’s Next New Big Reveal Is The Worst-Kept Secret

By Denis Flierl on January 25, 2022 - 12:03PM

What is Subaru’s worst-kept secret this year? It’s unannounced, but the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness will launch in early 2023.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl on January 25, 2022 - 7:25AM

How popular are the 2022 Subaru Forester and Outback compared with the best-selling SUVs? They are outsold by ten hot models and they outsell twelve popular SUVs. Check out the complete list here.

Top of page Toyota RAV4 Hybrid image courtesy of Kate Silbaugh.

Shoppers of These Popular SUVs and EV Crossovers Pay MSRP or Less - Except In One State

By John Goreham on January 24, 2022 - 12:57PM

We polled owners of many different EV crossovers and SUVs. Most say they paid MSRP or less. Except for owners in one state, who seem to report paying more at a rate far above the norm.

Image of RAV4 Prime markup courtesy of Sarah Jane

California Owners Report Highest Dealer Markups On EVs - Are EV Incentives the Cause?

By John Goreham on January 24, 2022 - 12:09PM

In our recent series on how much more or less than MSRP shoppers are paying for vehicles, high markups on EVs in California seem to be most commonly reported.

The Subaru Baja ST-X - The New Turbo Pickup You Would Buy Right Now

By Denis Flierl on January 24, 2022 - 11:36AM

Do you remember the Subaru Baja ST-X pickup? The compact pickup was a concept, but it could be the blueprint Subaru needs for a pickup today.

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