Automotive News (Page 273)

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.

My Wild Off-Road Drive (with Video) in 2022 Tacoma and 4Runner Demonstrates Off-Roading Tools

By Jeff Teague on October 5, 2021 - 9:37AM

Video shows how to use locking rear differential and multi-terrain select in a 2022 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner.

Elon Musk Said That Tesla Can Already Do Without Cobalt In Its Batteries And It Is True

By Safet Satara on October 5, 2021 - 9:03AM

Back in 2018, Teslas Elon Musk proudly shouted these words on Twitter: „We use less than 3% cobalt in our batteries & will use none in next gen“

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

New Outback Drops In Sales More Than Any Subaru Nameplate - 3 Reasons Why

By Denis Flierl on October 5, 2021 - 7:01AM

The 2022 Subaru Outback has arrived, and Subaru of America reports the midsize SUV dropped in sales more than any other nameplate. Is the Outback slipping in popularity?

Chevrolet Bolt Customers Flock To Toyota For A Solution

By Peter Neilson on October 4, 2021 - 9:05PM

The problem with having a car that gets recalled is that your customer base many times loses faith in your brand. With the Chevrolet Bolt recall where are all the customers going?

Elon Musk Considers Introducing A New Color For Tesla Vehicles

By Tinsae Aregay on October 4, 2021 - 8:32PM

Elon Musk thinks it’s a good idea for Tesla to offer a new exterior paint option. Musk said he will bring up the idea with the Tesla team. This is in addition to the refreshed Giga Berlin Model Y which will have "stunning new colors that change subtly with curvature."

Tesla To Overtake GM in Sales in 2023

By Jeremy Johnson on October 4, 2021 - 7:45PM

Tesla, an all electric vehicle maker, will overtake General Motors (GM), in vehicle sales in 2023. This is with GM producing mostly gas powered cars and Tesla producing all electric cars. Let's see how this will happen.

Q3 2021 Data Reveals Tesla Model S and Model X Continue Six-year Decline

By John Goreham on October 4, 2021 - 6:49PM

Tesla’s deliveries of its fanciest models are now just one-third of its prior delivery volume.

Chevrolet Bolt EUV image by John Goreham

Chevy Bolt Outsells Nissan Leaf 2 to 1 Despite Being Off the Market

By John Goreham on October 4, 2021 - 5:29PM

Although GM ceased new vehicle sales of the Bolt and Bolt EUV line during Q3, the results are still pretty solid.

Why the Tesla Model 3 is a Perfect Option for Any Regular Driver

By Nicolas Caballero on October 4, 2021 - 3:53PM

The Tesla Model 3 is today the best-selling electric car in the world, with undeniable success in markets such as the United States, Europe or China; it is definitely the ideal choice for making a transition between any 'ICE' (Internal Combustion Vehicle) car and a BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) car, considering that a $ 40,000 price tag would not be a problem.

Chevrolet Plans To Resell Bolt EVs It Bought Back After Fire Recall

By John Goreham on October 4, 2021 - 2:22PM

A spokesperson for Chevrolet tells us what the current plan is for the many Bolts that owners sold back to GM following the Bolt battery fire recall.

Volkswagen Pleased With ID.4’s U.S. Delivery Rate - Happier With Its Conquest Rate

By John Goreham on October 4, 2021 - 1:47PM

The Volkswagen ID.4 trails EV crossovers sales leaders such as the Toyota RAV4 Prime and Ford Mustang Mach-E, but VW sees a silver lining.

Image of Ford Mustang Mach-E by John Goreham

Ford Mustang Mach-E Deliveries Slow in Q3 - Trails Toyota RAV4 Prime

By John Goreham on October 4, 2021 - 1:04PM

Ford’s Q4 deliveries of the Mustang Mach-E have slowed a bit, but still did rather well in September.

2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV

Is Subaru Moving To An All EV Lineup? Its New EV Division Isn't The Whole Story

By Denis Flierl on October 4, 2021 - 12:33PM

Is Subaru moving to an all EV lineup like other automakers with its newly-announced all-electric vehicle division? Here's what customers can expect from Subaru Corporation in the next decade.

85 Octane Gas may be wrong for your car.

How 85 Octane Fuel Can Destroy Your Engine And Void Your Warranty

By Timothy Boyer on October 4, 2021 - 10:57AM

According to the 2021 Ford F-150 owner’s manual, using the wrong gas will void your warranty! Here’s an explanation of what is going on and what it means to not just Ford owners, but other make and model car owners as well.

Tesla Dashcan Takes Another Bite Out of Crime

Tesla in Mad Max Style Road Rage Incident Caught on Tesla Dashcam

By Timothy Boyer on October 4, 2021 - 9:23AM

Here’s some recently released footage of how one Tesla Model X owner found himself in a Mad Max style road rage incident that he caught on his Tesla Dashcam.

Toyota RAV4 Prime image courtesy of Kate Silbaugh

Toyota Exceeds First-Year RAV4 Prime Deliveries by 400% - Beats ID.4 and Mustang Mach-E

By John Goreham on October 4, 2021 - 9:01AM

Toyota expected to deliver 5,000 RAV4 Primes in it first model year. It has delivered just under 20,000.

2021 Subaru WRX and STI, 2022 Subaru WRX, next-generation WRX STI

Subaru WRX And STI Pull Off A First-Ever - Fans Aren't Waiting For Next-Gen Models

By Denis Flierl on October 4, 2021 - 7:29AM

While all Subaru nameplates dropped in sales, the 2021 Subaru WRX and WRX STI stay hot before the next-generation 2022 WRX and STI arrive. Check out what the performance sedans just pulled off.

Are Toyota's Made in Japan Better than Toyota's Made in America? Let’s Find Out!

By Timothy Boyer on October 3, 2021 - 5:10PM

The odds are pretty good that any Toyota you pick on the road at random was actually made in America. But are there any differences in how a particular make and model you own turns out if it was made in Japan versus the U.S.? Here’s what some automotive experts have to say about the question of who cranks out the better Toyota; plus, how you can tell which country your Toyota was manufactured in.

3rd Gen VelociRaptor From Hennessey Performance

Hennessey Turns F-150 Raptor Into 600-Horsepower VelociRaptor 600

By Marc Stern on October 3, 2021 - 3:04PM

Hennessey Performance has taken the Ford F-150 Raptor and turned it into the 600-horsepower VelociRaptor 600. Here's a look at how it was done.

2021 Kia Telluride tops the list of best under $35K

The Best Midsized SUVs Under $35,000 With Key Safety Features

By Timothy Boyer on October 3, 2021 - 2:26PM

Here’s a summary of the latest midsized SUV’s that come stock with key safety features that include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and blind spot warning.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport, pricing, specs, features

Refreshed Subaru Crosstrek Just Shot To The Top - A First-Ever In The U.S.

By Denis Flierl on October 3, 2021 - 7:40AM

It’s not all bad news for Subaru. The newly-refreshed 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is still the hot model for Subaru of America. See what Crosstrek just pulled off for the first time.

This is What We Know About Polestar 4 – an Electric SUV Slated To Fight Against Tesla Y

By Safet Satara on October 2, 2021 - 6:15PM

After the news of Polestar going public at NASDAQ, Swedish-based company CEO Thomas Ingenlath announced that they are preparing a new electric SUV to join their offering by 2025. The new SUV, possibly a tad larger than the Porsche Macan, will bear a Polestar 4 insignia. It is a fourth car in the future lineup of five. Fifth being the production version of the impressive Polestar Precept Concept.

Elon Musk: Manufacturing Will Be Tesla's Long Term Competitive Strength

By Jeremy Johnson on October 2, 2021 - 4:58PM

Elon Musk just replied to a Tweet with a statement that sums up why Tesla is so far ahead of other auto makers whether they be gas or electric powered. Tesla has superior manufacturing. A Tesla Model 3 is made over 3 times as fast as a Volkswagen ID.3.

Tesla´s Next Gamechanger: Blockchain, IoT, Smart Charging, Smart Grids, Open Standards Combined

By Nicolas Caballero on October 2, 2021 - 1:31PM

Tesla is not just a car company, like Ford, Toyota, GM or Volkswagen: it is actually a technology & energy company that combines a wide variety of tools made up of the latest cutting-edge technologies. In part, some of those technologies, like IoT, Smart Charging, Smart Grids and Blockchain are already deployed in the real world.

2022 Subaru Forester features, specs, safety technology, car seats

The Top 2-Row SUVs For Car Seats - New Subaru Forester Now Ties For Best

By Denis Flierl on October 2, 2021 - 8:06AM

Is the 2021 Subaru Forester best for fitting a car seat? Check out the top compact SUVs that make installation a breeze.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback

Things Go From Bad To Worse For Subaru Sales With More Parts Shortages

By Denis Flierl on October 2, 2021 - 6:07AM

Subaru of America reported the most significant drop in sales year-to-date. The 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek are all down. There is one model that was a surprise in September.