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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.

Three Important Questions to Ask Before Repairing Your Old Car

By Timothy Boyer on December 3, 2021 - 11:19AM

Here are three important questions every car owner should ask themselves when trying to decide whether it is better to have their old car repaired or buy a new one instead.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing, fuel mileage

Subaru Crosstrek Is Among The Most Fuel Efficient New 2022 Model SUVs Again

By Denis Flierl on December 3, 2021 - 7:58AM

Check out the 12 most fuel-efficient new SUVs for 2022. The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek scores among the best again.

Tesla Is Considering Scraping The Single Motor Cybertruck & Replacing It With A New 4 Motor Variant

By Tinsae Aregay on December 3, 2021 - 6:45AM

A new rumor from @WholeMarsBlog suggests, Tesla is considering scraping the single motor Cybertruck and replacing It With A New 4 Motor Variant

2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

10 More Great SUVs For Snow And The 2 Winter-Ready Subaru Models

By Denis Flierl on December 3, 2021 - 6:03AM

What are the best SUVs for snow and ice this winter? Subaru scored two models on the new rankings, but where is the Forester?

Just In: Toyota Announces Partnership With Chinese Battery Company BYD To Build An Electric Car

By Peter Neilson on December 3, 2021 - 1:21AM

Toyota Motor Corp is launching a small all-electric sedan in China next year. The price tag and what it offers consumers points to the fact Toyota will get on board with EV production. Here is what we know.

Tesla Cyberquad for Kids Will Continue to Sell Out

By Jeremy Johnson on December 2, 2021 - 7:09PM

The Tesla Cyberquad for kids was just released by Tesla and costs $1,900. With shipping and tax, that's about $2,100. This is going to continue to sell out and could sell millions of units. Why did Tesla release this? We'll answer this and much more.

Mazda CX-5 Outsells Subaru Outback, Subaru Forester, Ford Escape In November

By John Goreham on December 2, 2021 - 12:28PM

The success of Mazda’s CX-5 continues with an impressive result given today’s unusual market situation.

2022 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

New Subaru Outback Launches Past Forester For The First Time In 2 Years

By Denis Flierl on December 2, 2021 - 11:20AM

It's been an extraordinary and strange year for Subaru of America. The 2022 Subaru Outback just passed the popular Forester in total sales.

Surprise: Owners of “Off-Road” AWD Crossover SUVs Don’t Actually Buy Them to Go Off-Road

By John Goreham on December 2, 2021 - 11:17AM

We polled owners and fans of two important all-wheel drive crossover SUVs to see if they actually want to go off road or not. What we discovered is that they mostly want a great vehicle for snow.

Breaking: Tesla Begins Selling A Scaled-Down Cyberquad With 150lbs Carrying Capacity & 15 Miles Range

By Tinsae Aregay on December 2, 2021 - 10:03AM

Tesla has introduced a new Cybertruck inspired ATV called the Cyberquad for Kids. The vehicle is produced in partnership with Radio Flyer and is meant for Children. However, the ATV is so impressive and overpowered it can possibly work for smaller adults.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

Is It Time To Panic? New Subaru Model Sales Drop Again

By Denis Flierl on December 2, 2021 - 6:10AM

Sales of the 2022 Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek were dismal in November, with a 35 percent drop. Is it time for Subaru of America to panic?

Energy flow between gas engine and battery in Kia Sorento PHEV

Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid Drive Modes Continue to Mystify

By Justin Hart on December 2, 2021 - 3:57AM

I am getting closer to an answer. However, I am still a bit puzzled by the way the 2022 Kia Sorento PHEV decides which mode, hybrid (HEV) or electric (EV), to operate in when I have placed the vehicle into the Auto mode.

Camp Mode Lets You Camp the Night Away in Your Tesla

By Jeremy Johnson on December 1, 2021 - 7:37PM

Tesla just released a video about camp mode for your Tesla vehicle. Camp mode allows you to turn your Tesla car into a comfortable cabin. Here's what camp mode does.

Why Toyota Still Uses Ancient Nickel Metal Hydride Technology In Hybrids

By Peter Neilson on December 1, 2021 - 5:18PM

Toyota is the leader in hybrid vehicles, so why are they still using ancient battery technology? Here is what we know.

Subaru Scores 3 Of The 10 Best SUVs You Can Buy Right Now

By Denis Flierl on December 1, 2021 - 1:41PM

What are the best SUVs you can buy right now? CR says the 2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Outback, and 2022 Crosstrek are three of the best. Check out the complete list here.

How 2 Avoidable Defects Destroyed the Toyota RAV4's Reliability Rating

By John Goreham on December 1, 2021 - 12:20PM

The Toyota RAV4 led the industry in terms of reliability for many years. Then two odd defects came along and put the RAV4 well below its peers. Here’s what happened.

Image showing 51 Lucid Airs parked outside the Casa Grande, Arizona factory awaiting shipping

New Images Show Lucid Air Production Is Ramping Up

By James Walker on December 1, 2021 - 11:27AM

The ability to increase production speed has long been identified as one of the essential elements necessary for Lucid to succeed, and new images published by the upstart automaker seem to confirm that it's doing just that.

Why Toyota’s RAV4 Has a Much Lower Reliability Rating Than Its RAV4 Prime

By John Goreham on December 1, 2021 - 10:54AM

The plug-in hybrid-electric version of the Toyota RAV4 has a much better reliability score than do the other trims. We spoke to Consumer Reports to find out why.

Testing Plugin Hybrid Drive Modes in 2022 Kia Sorento PHEV

By Justin Hart on December 1, 2021 - 10:53AM

I recently purchased a 2022 Kia Sorento PHEV and I find the Plug-in Hybrid Drive modes puzzling. I previously owned another PHEV, a 2017 Chevrolet Volt, and that may be why; its drive modes operated differently that the Kia’s. I am both embarrassed, because it seems too obvious, and a little frustrated because it also seems more complicated than it should be to get a definitive answer. What does the “Auto” mode really do?

2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Recall Photo Courtesy Ford Motor Co.

Ford Recalls Escape Hybrid To Replace High-Voltage Battery System

By Marc Stern on December 1, 2021 - 9:15AM

Although it is a tiny recall, the Ford recall of its Escape Hybrid for an issue with the high-voltage system is important for two reasons. One is that the automaker issues recalls when other carmakers tend to wait and wait. The second reason is that it shows that electrics and hybrids are important to Ford's future and that issues have to be dealt with quickly.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek features, upgrades, specs, pricing

The Most Reliable SUVs Under $30,000 - Subaru Crosstrek Just Scored #1

By Denis Flierl on December 1, 2021 - 6:30AM

What is Subaru’s most reliable vehicle? According to Consumer Reports, the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek is the most reliable new SUV under $30K. Check out the complete list here.

Why the 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is Creating a New Type of Buzz

By Mary Conway on November 30, 2021 - 9:54PM

Usually you do not hear the words luxury and Jeep in the same sentence but the 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is changing that!

Cadillac Lyriq Development Jumps Ahead Of Schedule

By Carl Malek on November 30, 2021 - 7:30PM

Cadillac's Lyriq EV CUV will help lead the brand into an electrified future, but a new announcement from the brand confirms that not only is the model moving well ahead of schedule but that it will also come to driveways earlier than expected

Tesla Cybertruck Post Apocalyptic Features

The Post Apocalyptic Tesla Cybertruck

By Jeremy Johnson on November 30, 2021 - 6:58PM

Elon Musk recently Tweeted that the Cybertruck would have post apocalyptic features that are brought into the now. Elon Musk is a fan of post-apocalyptic games like Fallout - so what are those features he is speaking of? We'll go over what we think they are.

Next Generation Kia Niro Impresses at The Seoul Mobility Show: EV, PHEV and Self-Charging Hybrid

By Justin Hart on November 30, 2021 - 6:13PM

Kia revealed unobscured images and more information about its next generation Kia Niro at the November 25th Seoul Mobility Show. Kia confirmed that again all three powertrain options will be offered the same as they are in the current 2022 model, for 2023: full electric, plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and “self-charging” hybrid i.e. regular or non plug-in hybrid powertrains.

Image showing that the Lucid Air has taken on 36% charge after 10 minutes attached to a 350 kW DC fast-charger.

Lucid Air 0-100% DC Fast Charge Test Results Show That 80% Is All You Need

By James Walker on November 30, 2021 - 3:51PM

Video from InsideEVs shows exactly how long it takes to charge a Lucid Air from 0-100%, as well as how much energy is lost along the way.

New Subaru Levorg STI Gets a 2.4L Turbo But It’s Missing A 6-Speed Manual

By Denis Flierl on November 30, 2021 - 12:36PM

Subaru announced a new 2022 Levorg STI sports wagon trim, and it gets the 2.4-liter WRX engine upgrade. But why isn't Subaru offering the sporty hatch with a 6-speed manual?

Are Third-Row Seats The Death Traps Some Think They Are?

By John Goreham on November 30, 2021 - 8:32AM

We decided to find out how many people actually die in third-row seats from rear impacts. Spoiler alert, we will tell you the precise number, then ask you to decide if this is a valid concern.

The Next All-New Subaru Model You Want This Year - A Midsize Pickup

By Denis Flierl on November 30, 2021 - 8:00AM

Check out a new rendering of a 2023 Subaru Baja midsize pickup you want in your garage and what you want in a new Subaru truck.

Giga Berlin About to Come Alive

By Jeremy Johnson on November 29, 2021 - 8:12PM

Giga Berlin is about to come alive - sooner than expected, and we think that deliveries will happen faster than anyone expects.

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