Automotive News (Page 277)

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.

2023 Subaru Outback Preview - A Refresh And New Safety Tech Is Coming

By Denis Flierl on September 21, 2021 - 11:34AM

The 2023 Subaru Outback will come with a refresh, but what new upgrades will that include? Check them out here.

Toyota Maintenance Non-OEM Parts Warning

By Timothy Boyer on September 21, 2021 - 11:08AM

Here’s an informative video about a common Toyota repair that involves a famous non-OEM parts supplier and the problems that came with the repair and what this means for car owners needing repairs done.

2021 Subaru WRX, 2020 Subaru BRZ, 2021 Subaru Impreza

The Top-10 Car Models With The Most Speeding Tickets - Subaru Now Leads With 3

By Denis Flierl on September 21, 2021 - 7:33AM

It's not a surprise the Subaru WRX and Subaru WRX STI performance sedans keep the title for car models with the most speeding tickets for 2021. But Subaru has two other models that make the top-10 list. Can you guess which ones?

Elon Musk Refutes Report Claiming Tesla has Chosen Russia For Its Next Gigafactory

By Tinsae Aregay on September 20, 2021 - 9:28PM

A new report out today, citing unnamed government sources, has been circulating claiming Tesla has chosen Korolev, Russia for its next Gigafactory. However, Elon Musk says Tesla hasn't made a final decision for its 4th Gigafactory.

Tesla Battery designs undergo crash testing for improved safety.

Tesla 4680 Battery News and Update Discusses Fire Prevention During Crashes

By Timothy Boyer on September 20, 2021 - 5:20PM

A new updated video on the Tesla 4680 battery pack discusses what Tesla is doing to prevent crash-related fire accidents; and, how Tesla saved Australia from a power shortage.

Tesla's online sales model vs Ford's sales model

Ford Is Out To Compete With Tesla, But Extensive Dealership Network Emerges As Key Weakness

By Carl Malek on September 20, 2021 - 4:36PM

Ford has an expansive web of dealerships in the U.S. but key provisions in franchise agreements for these facilities are shaping up to be a serious flaw in Ford's long-term plan to compete with Tesla.

By Safet Satara on September 20, 2021 - 4:35PM

I have heard, more than once, that Volkswagen ID3 looks a bit like a "nineties concept car ". This has almost become a meme in the weird world of EV enthusiasts. Well, whoever started the rumor couldn't be closer to reality. As some already pointed out, the Volkswagen ID3 does look a lot like a concept car from 30 years ago – it looks suspiciously similar to the 1989 Volkswagen Futura Concept at that. Check out this collage we prepared for you.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek features, specs, pricing, towing

Subaru Crosstrek Vs Toyota 4Runner - High Altitude Towing Will Surprise You

By Denis Flierl on September 20, 2021 - 4:02PM

How much will a 2021 Subaru Crosstrek tow? Check out TFL’s towing test against the bigger Toyota 4Runner. The results may surprise you.

Elon Musk Praises The Feedback Mind-Blowing Improvements of Tesla's FSD Version V10

By Nicolas Caballero on September 20, 2021 - 3:55PM

To anyone accustomed to conventional cars, just naming the Autopilot concept might sound like something out of science fiction. In the case of the low percentage of people who know something about electric vehicles, there is even some possibility that they have heard of FSD, or Full Self Driving, from Tesla.

2022 Kia Niro EV Offers Perfect Option to Unavailable Chevy Bolt and Bolt EUV

By John Goreham on September 20, 2021 - 3:52PM

Kia confirms the Niro returns for 2022 and provides updates on its features.

Ford Bronco Sport, Mustang Mach-E Win J.D. Power APEAL Award Honors

By Marc Stern on September 20, 2021 - 3:25PM

Ford's Bronco Sport and the Mustang Mach-E have been honored by the J.D. Power and Associates APEAL Award.

Kia’s Sorento Beats Toyota To 3-Row PHEV Crossover Market

By John Goreham on September 20, 2021 - 3:01PM

Kia has taken a page from Toyota’s Prime series to offer a three-row plug-in hybrid-electric crossover.

The Latest Giga Texas Pictures and Special Delivery By Truck

By Jeremy Johnson on September 20, 2021 - 2:51PM

We have some of the latest images from Tesla Giga Texas and we can see that construction is progressing, along with battery plant steel, battery components, and more being delivered. Construction is progressing well!

Turbocharged four-cylinder vehicles are hot right now.

Guide for Choosing a Four-Cylinder Turbo Over a Typical Six-Cylinder and Vice Versa

By Timothy Boyer on September 20, 2021 - 2:47PM

How do turbochargers work? How does an inline four-cylinder turbo engine compare to a naturally aspirating V6 engine? Are turbocharged cars better? What are the pros and cons of having one in your car or truck. The answers to these questions---and more---are available in this must-see video guide that explains all of your turbo-based burning questions.

Three Reasons To Cross-Shop The Mitsubishi Outlander With the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4

By John Goreham on September 20, 2021 - 2:17PM

Mitsubishi’s new Outlander is making a name for itself in important ways.

4 Reasons Not To Buy an All-New Vehicle

By John Goreham on September 20, 2021 - 12:52PM

Automakers love to hype vehicles as “New” or “All-New.” If they really are new, there are real reasons you should consider avoiding them. Here’s what owners and experts report.

11 Wild Colors Offered on 2022 Toyota Tundra (with Video)

By Jeff Teague on September 20, 2021 - 12:34PM

Next-gen 2022 Tundra is full of surprises – including crazy paint color choices.

Turbocharged SUV best choices recently rated.

Best Four-Cylinder SUVs With Turbo in 2021

By Timothy Boyer on September 20, 2021 - 11:12AM

Here’s what automotive experts have to say about turbocharged engine reliability and which four-cylinder models of SUVs with turbo were recently rated as the best choices.

Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek Takata airbag recall

Newer Subaru Models Are Included In New 30 Million Vehicle Airbag Investigation

By Denis Flierl on September 20, 2021 - 10:56AM

A new investigation into a Takata airbag defect potentially includes certain Subaru vehicles like the Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek. Here is what customers need to know and if your car is included.

Toyota Tunda’s 437 hp Hybrid V6 Powertrain Would Be the Perfect Addition To Tacoma

By John Goreham on September 20, 2021 - 10:15AM

The all-new Tundra just dropped. Now let’s think about what its best feature could do for the Tacoma.

Chevrolet Bolt charging in winter image by John Goreham

Cold Weather Ahead Could Add To Chevy Bolt EV Owners’ Woes

By John Goreham on September 20, 2021 - 9:32AM

Chevrolet has given owners instructions on how to safely use their Bolt electric vehicle while the battery replacement recall rolls out. Winter is coming and could throw a monkey wrench into the mix.

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

Is Subaru's Wilderness AWD The Best? Here's Why It Stands Out From The Pack

By Denis Flierl on September 20, 2021 - 6:39AM

What sets the 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness and 2022 Outback Wilderness all-wheel-drive apart from the pack? Check out the differences here.

Tesla FSD Beta Version 10.0.1 and Epic Monorail Test

By Jeremy Johnson on September 19, 2021 - 5:13PM

We have some test drives with Tesla FSD Beta version 10.0.1. Tesla released this version 1 week after version 10.0.1. Here's the experience HyperChange had, who is famous for his Monorail Test - a difficult edge case that full self-driving will need to solve to reach level 4 and level 5.

Ford Increases Lightning Investment By $250 Million; Plans 80K Electric Trucks Yearly

By Marc Stern on September 19, 2021 - 4:23PM

Ford has expanded its investment in the new electric pickup Lightning. It also has added more jobs to the mix.

Rivian R1T vs F-150 Lightning, The Next Big Truck Rivalry

By Carl Malek on September 18, 2021 - 9:50PM

The electric pickup segment promises to be the next potential gold mine for automakers. The combination of zero-emissions performance and pickup functionality is a perfect blend of both worlds. The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning promises to bring an electrified truck to the masses, but with Rivian’s recent announcement that it built its first “sellable” version of its R1T pickup.

Indonesia To Be a Future EV Key Player in Asia With a New Hyundai Battery Plant

By Yonathan Santoso on September 18, 2021 - 8:35PM

Three days ago, Indonesia's President Joko Widodo officiated the groundbreaking ceremony of PT HKML Battery Indonesia, Southeast Asia's first EV battery cell manufacturer.

Exclusive 13-Part 2022 Tundra Video Series to Reveal Key Details Sunday Night

By Jeff Teague on September 18, 2021 - 7:56PM

Find out where and when to learn major 2022 Toyota Tundra specifications this Sunday night.

Tesla Investor Must See Video Explains Dojo Supercomputer Architecture

By Timothy Boyer on September 18, 2021 - 4:53PM

Not sure what the future holds for Tesla and its investors regarding Tesla’s focus on achieving autonomous FSD capabilities? Then here is your chance to learn how Project Dojo just might be the supercomputing architecture that turns Elon’s dream into reality.

Dan Ives Reiterates $1,000 Price Target on Tesla Stock

By Jeremy Johnson on September 18, 2021 - 2:06PM

Dan Ives, an analysts who has been covering Tesla stock and even been critical of Tesla is reiterating a $1,000 price target for Tesla. He says this is due to the large demand for electric vehicles. Let's take a look at this more.

Used Car Seller Tricks to Resurrect a Flood Damaged Car

By Timothy Boyer on September 18, 2021 - 1:57PM

Detecting a flood damaged car is not always easy. Here’s why, based on some tricks used car sellers resort to in order to flip a flood damaged vehicle into a used car sale for a quick sale that could leave you with a bad case of buyer’s remorse months later.

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