Automotive News (Page 298)

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.

2022 Subaru WRX and STI, next-generation STI

6 Things To Know About The Next-Generation 2022 Subaru WRX And STI

By Denis Flierl on July 7, 2021 - 1:30PM

The all-new 2022 Subaru WRX will make its global reveal this year, but when? Check this out and five other things to know about the next-generation WRX and STI.

Car And Driver Names Mustang Mach-E Its Electric Vehicle Of The Year

By Jimmy Dinsmore on July 7, 2021 - 10:09AM

2021 Mustang Mach-E earns Car and Driver’s first Electric Vehicle of the Year Award beating out three Teslas. Car and Driver editors say Mustang Mach-E makes being behind the wheel of an electric vehicle as rewarding as driving its gasoline counterpart.

Why your car's lock will not prevent it from being stolen.

It’s This Easy to Pick the Lock on a Ford Explorer

By Timothy Boyer on July 7, 2021 - 9:42AM

Here’s an interesting video on just how easy it is to pick the lock on a Ford Explorer and some advice on what you should do about it.

Best-Ever June for Six Toyota Models (including 2021 RAV4 Prime): Did Your Favorite Set a Record?

By Jeff Teague on July 7, 2021 - 8:38AM

The ongoing vehicle shortage did not stop many Toyota models (yes, 2021 RAV4 Prime too) from setting records. See if your favorites made the list.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback

Subaru 6-Month Report Card - There’s Some Good News And More Bad

By Denis Flierl on July 7, 2021 - 6:38AM

How is Subaru doing with the 2021 Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, and Ascent SUVs? There is some good news and more bad news for the first six months of 2021.

2021 Toyota Prius Limited Edition Super Sonic Red

Perk Up Your Toyota Prius Engine and Help Slow Oil Consumption For Less Than $20

By Peter Neilson on July 6, 2021 - 7:21PM

If your Toyota Prius is suffering from oil consumption and loss of power, do I have a tip for you. Take a look at how $20 can get your engine in better running condition and help reduce oil consumption.

Tesla's Staggering Battery Advantage Over Its Competitors

By Jeremy Johnson on July 6, 2021 - 2:01PM

There was a recent set of Tweets by the Twitter user @matty_mogul about Tesla's battery advantage over its competitors. The gap is HUGE. Let's go over his findings.

New 2022 Toyota Camry Trim Level May Delight Fans

By Jeff Teague on July 6, 2021 - 9:03AM

Look for a combination of style and fuel efficiency with this new 2022 Camry grade.

2022 Subaru Impreza pricing, features, specs, 2023 Subaru Impreza

Subaru’s Hidden Gem And Why Nobody Is Buying It

By Denis Flierl on July 6, 2021 - 7:24AM

The Subaru Impreza is overlooked, but it's one of the best compact cars for 2022. Check out why compact car shoppers ignore it.

Elon Musk Confirms Cybertruck's Final Design Features with Crab Mode

Elon Musk Again Updates on Cybertruck's Final Design

By Armen Hareyan on July 5, 2021 - 11:08PM

RAV4 Hybrid Being Outsold for 2021 by Another Popular Toyota Hybrid. Or is it?

By Jeff Teague on July 5, 2021 - 2:47PM

Things are not always as they seem. Is 2021 RAV4 Hybrid being dethroned in sales by a different very popular Toyota Hybrid?

Tesla Model 3 Tops Sales in UK for June, 2021

By Jeremy Johnson on July 5, 2021 - 2:27PM

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders for the UK has released its June 2021 sales data and the Tesla Model 3 has come out on top as the best selling vehicle, despite being more expensive than other vehicles. Let's look into this more!

2022 Subaru WRX, next-generation Subaru WRX STI

Subaru WRX STI Is Still Hot Before The Next-Generation Arrives

By Denis Flierl on July 5, 2021 - 1:13PM

Should you buy the 2021 Subaru WRX and WRX STI, or wait for the fully remodeled performance sedan? See why you might not have a choice.

Ford Has Electrifying News: Electric Sales Up 117 Percent Through June

By Marc Stern on July 5, 2021 - 11:40AM

Ford continues to set electric vehicle sales records. Through June, the automaker reported that sales of its electric vehicles were up 117 percent.

Brandenburg Economic Minister Discusses Tesla Giga Berlin Permit, Delays & Dubious Environmental Objections

By Tinsae Aregay on July 5, 2021 - 10:05AM

Jörg Steinbach, Brandenburg State's Economic Minister, gave a wide-ranging interview where he discussed Giga Berlin's final permit, delay, and questioned the motivation behind environmental groups objecting the project.

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

New Subaru Outback Customers Are In Luck - Other Models Have To Wait

By Denis Flierl on July 5, 2021 - 8:33AM

The 2022 Subaru Outback is arriving now, but other new models are coming slowly. See what is happening at Subaru of America and how it affects new car shoppers.

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

A New Subaru Crosstrek Is Now The Hardest To Find Model In The Lineup

By Denis Flierl on July 4, 2021 - 8:50AM

Subaru just announced 2021 Crosstrek sales, and the results reveal what's ahead for compact SUV shoppers in July. See why it's now the hardest to find all-wheel-drive vehicle in the lineup.

2022 Subaru WRX, next-generation 2022 Subaru WRX STI

You Won't See A Next-Generation Subaru WRX Or STI Hatchback Anytime Soon

By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2021 - 1:45PM

Subaru teased the 2022 WRX sports car, but it's a sedan and not a hatchback body style. Will Subaru ever bring back the STI hatch?

Will Tesla Continue To Grow?

By Jeremy Johnson on July 3, 2021 - 11:33AM

Tesla delivered over 201,000 vehicles last quarter, another record quarter. But can Tesla continue to grow and have record delivery quarters? Let's find out!

2022 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

Subaru Is In A Big Hurt With Very Few New Forester Models To Sell

By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2021 - 6:29AM

Are you shopping for a 2021 Subaru Forester? See why Subaru runs short before the 2022 Forester model change arrives.

There are simple solutions to Tesla blind corner problem

Tesla Vision Blind Corner Problem

By Timothy Boyer on July 2, 2021 - 5:10PM

There is concern that Tesla Vision with 8 cameras just might not be enough to really qualify as true FSD due to a blind corner problem. Here’s an interesting video that explains the problem, and offers some advice on how Tesla Vision could be made much safer than how the average driver responds to blind corners.

Tesla Model S Plaid Fire image courtesy of Geragos & Geragos

Fire Chief: Tesla Model S Plaid Caught Fire, Driver Had Difficulty Escaping

By John Goreham on July 2, 2021 - 1:37PM

Trusted news outlets, first responders, and the vehicle's owner report that a Tesla Model S Plaid caught fire and that the doors did not function properly when the occupant tried to exit.

RAV4 Prime image courtesy of Kate Silbaugh

Toyota's RAV4 Prime Delivery Rate Still Higher Than Predicted By Toyota

By John Goreham on July 2, 2021 - 11:36AM

Toyota's RAV4 Prime delivery rate has been rock solid. Despite historic challenges Toyota's hugely successful plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle (PHEV) deliveries continue to ramp up.

You Can Now Build And Configure A New Ford F-150 Raptor Or F-150 Tremor

By Jimmy Dinsmore on July 2, 2021 - 11:01AM

Configurator for third-generation Raptor and brand-new Tremor package for 2021 F-150 is live on Ford’s website. Tremor has a starting price just under $50,000 while Raptor has a starting price just over $64,000.

Elon Musk Says Tesla AP Team Creates ‘Eerily Realistic’ Simulations & Ponders If Tesla Should Make A Game

By Tinsae Aregay on July 2, 2021 - 10:23AM

Elon Musk is excited by the work Tesla's autopilot simulation team is doing. Musk says their simulations are so good they are "eerily realistic" and as a result wonders if Tesla should make a game.

Tesla Delivers Another Record Quarter, Q2, 2021

By Jeremy Johnson on July 2, 2021 - 10:06AM

We have Tesla's delivery numbers in for Q2, 2021, and they are just ahead of analyst expectations. Let's take a look at the numbers!

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Dethroned: The Top-Selling Toyota Hybrid for 2021 May Surprise You

By Jeff Teague on July 2, 2021 - 8:47AM

I assumed 2021 RAV4 Hybrid would be the best-selling Toyota Hybrid this year. So far, I was wrong. Guess who is leading the pack.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback

Lack Of New Cars Drops Subaru A Whopping 20 Percent In June - One Model Shines

By Denis Flierl on July 2, 2021 - 6:50AM

Subaru gets hit hard because they don't have enough all-wheel-drive vehicles to sell. See why Outback customers are in luck.

How The Ford F-150 Lightning Will Contribute To The City Of Tomorrow

By Jimmy Dinsmore on July 1, 2021 - 3:16PM

With the F-150 Lightning Ford feels as though they’re contributing to solutions, rather than causing more problems. During recent “City of Tomorrow” Summit, Ford talks vehicle-to-grid technology and how the F-150 Lightning shows promise for the future.

2022 Chevrolet Bolt image by John Goreham

Consumer Cost of Chevy's Bolt Increases by 35% - Yet Sales Surge 350%

By John Goreham on July 1, 2021 - 2:30PM

The Chevy Bolt is a very interesting example of how electric vehicles are no longer price elastic.

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