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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.

By John Goreham on September 28, 2021 - 8:35AM
Shortages of used vehicles have resulted in a surge in prices for some models that were once unloved. Here's a look at how the Nissan Leaf's price has been impacted in the used market.
By Denis Flierl on September 28, 2021 - 6:47AM
The 2022 Subaru Forester hasn't arrived, and the 2021 Subaru Forester is still the best SUV under $30,000. Check out why here.
By Timothy Boyer on September 27, 2021 - 10:29PM
Deciding on which SUV is the right choice for you and your family while staying within your budget can be a daunting task---but not impossible. Here’s the latest revised Consumer Reports Best SUV rating that showcases their list of the best SUVs that cost under $30,000.
By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 9:03PM
Ford’s electric vehicle manufacturing investment in Tennesee could tip the balance and bring the UAW to VW's and Nissan's plants.
By Jeremy Johnson on September 27, 2021 - 6:54PM
Elon Musk just stated on Twitter that batteries are just as important for future transportation as oil is for current transport. This is a profound statement and what must be realized is that the battery is the most expensive component to an electric car. And that cost is going to decline over time as the technology improves.
By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 3:58PM
Ford’s new way to expand revenue is merch and NFTs. Here’s what that means.
By Nicolas Caballero on September 27, 2021 - 3:49PM
“You should be able to press mic button & say “bug report,” Elon Musk tweeted on Sunday, in response to users reporting issues with the FSD – Full Self Driving (Auto Pilot): in some cases it was about collision warnings on hilly roads (when there was actually no car in front of the driver) and in some other cases getting a ding for hard braking against the driver, when it was actually the AP (Auto Pilot) that hit the brakes.
By Timothy Boyer on September 27, 2021 - 3:19PM
Here’s an informative instructional video on how a cylinder misfire problem in a Ford F-150 turned out to be a simple fix, and why you should really only use OEM parts when you can.
By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 2:59PM
Google Maps and Android Auto work together to offer one of the best in-vehicle navigation solutions available. Here are two settings you must employ and how to easily make them work.
By Timothy Boyer on September 27, 2021 - 1:21PM
Here’s a great instructional video that explains and shows some of the tests mechanics do---or should have done---before they come to you with a diagnosis of a blown head gasket. Plus, one other scam related to blown head gaskets that you need to be aware of.
By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 12:18PM
We examine the interior and exterior dimensions of the Ford Bronco Sport vs. the Bronco to clear up some misunderstandings about the size of these great SUV models.
By Denis Flierl on September 27, 2021 - 11:32AM
How much cargo space does the 2022 Subaru Forester have? See why the Forester lost ground with other small SUVs in a new study.
By Tinsae Aregay on September 27, 2021 - 10:51AM
In a leaked internal memo Elon Musk thanks Tesla employees for the ‘most hardcore delivery push’. Musk also rallied employees for the last few days of what he called the "most intense delivery week ever".
By Safet Satara on September 27, 2021 - 9:30AM
Replacing diesel-powered trucks with electric trucks for short-range freight in the US alone could significantly cut carbon emissions and dramatically increase profitability for freight companies. German MAN works on such a truck, and it plans to release it in 2024. But only for Europe.
By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 9:23AM
General Motors’ Cadillac Lyriq was posted for reservation and almost immediately sold out. So why do we need EV tax incentives?
By Jeff Teague on September 27, 2021 - 7:20AM
New Toyota Audio Multimedia system is bigger, faster, and more capable. Could 2022 RAV4 offer this?
By Safet Satara on September 27, 2021 - 6:49AM
During 2020s, the world will face a massive problem with the disposal of EV car batteries. As Nature.com reports, one million electric vehicles could „comprise around 250,000 tonnes and half a million cubic meters “ of waste when these vehicles reach the end of their exploitation cycle.
By Denis Flierl on September 26, 2021 - 10:11AM
Performance buyers want an engine that has power, torque and is going to be reliable. Did Subaru deliver with the new 2.4-liter turbocharged engine in the 2022 WRX? See why it's the best WRX engine yet for tuners to modify.
By Daniel Cappo on September 25, 2021 - 7:20PM
Elon Musk believes the chip shortage could be over by next year due to semiconductor plants that are currently being built. We will know in a year from now whether Musk’s prediction was accurate or not.
By Nicolas Caballero on September 25, 2021 - 4:43PM
Your headlights are one of your vehicle’s most important safety features: their brightness can be the difference between a clear view of the road ahead at night and the ability to detect other vehicles, pedestrians, animals, and obstacles and react in time to avoid them, and avoid being involved in an unfortunate collision because you weren’t able to see in the darkness. Tesla is updating the entire Model S, 3, X, and Y lineup with exterior and interior tweaks, as part of its overall update-refresh.
By Jeremy Johnson on September 25, 2021 - 4:19PM
There was a recent interview with Elon Musk and he said some very important and profound things. Let's look at what those are!
By Timothy Boyer on September 25, 2021 - 3:11PM
Here’s an informative head gasket tutorial video for non-mechanics that will explain “…what a head gasket is, what it does, symptoms of a blown head gasket leak, what a valve cover gasket is, what it does, and what questions to ask when you are told you have a blown head gasket…” so that you can avoid a common and expensive scam.
By Denis Flierl on September 25, 2021 - 2:14PM
The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is now the fastest-selling model in two states. See why it's the hottest car in the state of California. Check out why here.
By Denis Flierl on September 25, 2021 - 10:16AM
The 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness and the 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness are the automaker's newest models for outdoor enthusiasts. Which one is the best for off-road adventures? There is a clear winner.
By Timothy Boyer on September 25, 2021 - 10:03AM
Here is a must-watch video by a Tesla owner demonstrating Tesla’s FSD Beta 10.01 with the most sensible---if not most honest---commentary on what it takes to drive with FSD Beta safely and how it compares to earlier versions of FSD. This video is highly recommended due to it appears to be one of the most honest Tesla-owner driving experiences on video that should help non-Tesla owners understand the limitations of FSD better, and what it takes for current Tesla owners to drive safely under FSD.
By Jeff Teague on September 25, 2021 - 8:39AM
See how new 2022 Toyota Tundra multimedia capabilities can benefit you.
By Safet Satara on September 24, 2021 - 11:54PM
The shift toward electric cars seems to be far quicker than any of us could imagine. While some may say that the number of sold EVs is still unconvincing compared with the number of sold ICE-powered cars (apparently, only 1 in 250 vehicles on the road is electric), one must say that the investments into the EV tech only grow.
By Timothy Boyer on September 24, 2021 - 5:45PM
Looking to buy a used car? If so, then you need to listen to this candid discussion from a mechanic about the question he gets asked the most and why it will change your mind forever about how you look at used cars.
By Jeremy Johnson on September 24, 2021 - 3:37PM
Tesla is about to do a wide release of its FSD 10.1. This will mean much more than the current 2,000 beta testers will start to be able to used Tesla FSD and be able to send data to train Tesla's neural net. This is likely the most important moment in Tesla's history.
By Nicolas Caballero on September 24, 2021 - 3:14PM
Electric transportation is a win-win: it meets customer needs, provides environmental benefits, and supports the world’s energy security. Around the world, by the year 2025 20% of all new cars sold globally will be electric, according to the latest forecast by the investment bank UBS. That will leap to 40% by 2030, and by 2040 virtually every new car sold globally will be electric, says UBS.