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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.

As Elon Musk Says Cybertruck Could Be A Bust, Now Is The Time For Ford To Double Down On F-150 Lightning

By Jimmy Dinsmore on July 16, 2021 - 10:41AM

The battle of electric trucks is far from decided as all big three automakers engage in the segment to challenge Tesla Cybertruck. Ford F-150 Lightning stands to gain the most should Cybertruck flop.

Elon Musk: Tesla FSD V9 Only Uses Pure Vision On Highways, V11 Will Be The One To Rule Them All

By Tinsae Aregay on July 16, 2021 - 8:22AM

Elon Musk has confirmed FSD Beta 9 only uses pure vision code for highways and says V11 is the iteration of full self-driving software that will be rolled out to regular customers.

The Subaru Plant That Makes The New Forester Shuts Down Again Today

By Denis Flierl on July 16, 2021 - 7:29AM

Subaru gets ready to build the 2022 Subaru Forester, but before they do, they will shut down the plant in Japan today. See how it affects customers.

How To Save A Toyota Prius

By Peter Neilson on July 15, 2021 - 8:30PM

Remember that "garage find" Toyota Prius? Here is what ended up happening and what I am doing next.

Musk Gives More Clarification About The Features Of The Production Model Cybertruck But Questions Remain

By Daniel Cappo on July 15, 2021 - 7:00PM

Elon Musk responded to a tweet by tweeting about Tesla’s planned design for the Cybertruck. Some of the information mentioned in these tweets has already come out, but the way Musk articulated his tweets has led to questions about what features the Cybertruck may or may not have.

The Tesla Model S Plaid Fire - Why Haven't We Heard More?

By Jeremy Johnson on July 15, 2021 - 4:35PM

There was a Tesla Model S Plaid reported to have "spontaneously combusted" about 2 weeks ago, but since the initial reports, there hasn't been any news or details about the "incident". Why is this so and what does it mean?

Image of Toyota RAV4 Prime courtesy of Kate Silbaugh

Three of the Top Ten Fastest-Selling Vehicles Are Toyota RAV4 Trims

By John Goreham on July 15, 2021 - 3:19PM

Toyota’s RAV4 dominates this list of the fastest-selling vehicles in America. ANd the RAV4 is being delivered in huge volumes.

Nothing Beats The Sound Of A Supercharged V8

By Jimmy Dinsmore on July 15, 2021 - 1:52PM

As automakers moved toward electrification they are missing out on one important aspect of car buying – the sound. Despite “tuning” of engines for vehicles like Mustang Mach-E and Tesla Model Y, nothing compares to the sound of the V8 engine in the Mustang Shelby GT500.

Tesla Boosting its Superchargers by 17%

By Jeremy Johnson on July 15, 2021 - 1:12PM

There is recent news of a Tweet from Elon Musk about Tesla Superchargers and that they are being upgraded to 300 kW from 250 kW. That's an increase of about 17%. Let's see what the implications are!

Image of Mustang Mach-E and Tesla Model 3 charging by John Goreham

Big Mistakes To Avoid When Charging an EV In Public

By John Goreham on July 15, 2021 - 8:48AM

Charging in public can be challenging. For new electric vehicle owners, we offer these tips to save time, money, and maybe your well-being. You EV veterans can feel free to fact-check us and add more tips below.

2022 Subaru Outback, 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness

Initial Reports Say The All-New Subaru Outback Wilderness Is A Huge Hit

By Denis Flierl on July 15, 2021 - 7:24AM

If you are looking for a 2022 Subaru Outback, new models arrive now. What about the new 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness? See why it's already a big hit with adventure enthusiasts.

2021 Jeep Wrangler Takes Performance to the Extreme With New Xtreme Recon Package

By Mary Conway on July 14, 2021 - 10:31PM

With competing off-road vehicles now hitting the market, the 2021 Jeep Wrangler Xtreme Recon is out to prove that the original is still the most capable. Jeep is also out with a new roof for those that want to let the sun in but not go topless!

Toyota Prius P3000: Check This Before Replacing Your HV Battery

By Peter Neilson on July 14, 2021 - 7:25PM

The "garage find" Prius kept giving me a P3000 trouble code. This can lead to some expensive repairs. What I found was shocking. If you have the code check this first before replacing the battery or the ECU.

Tesla FSD v9 Beta - How Long Will It Last?

By Jeremy Johnson on July 14, 2021 - 3:04PM

Tesla released its FSD v9 Beta full self-driving software about a week ago. It's a pure vision approach to full self-driving. But, how long will this Beta last? Are we close to a release to all Tesla FSD customers? Let's find out!

Used tire retreads are not necessarily unsafe

Consumer Reports Analysts Recommend Against Buying These Tires

By Timothy Boyer on July 14, 2021 - 11:29AM

Looking to save money on your new or used car by buying used tires? Here’s what Consumer Reports analysts have to say and their recommendation against buying a certain type of tires for passenger vehicles.

2022 Subaru Forester Debuts In Japan And Australia - Why Not The U.S.?

By Denis Flierl on July 14, 2021 - 4:38AM

The 2022 Subaru Forester has been revealed in Japan and Australia, but why not for U.S. customers?

Tesla Has an Achilles Heel

By Jeremy Johnson on July 13, 2021 - 8:05PM

Tesla has an Achilles Heel. Like the ancient warrior of old, Achilles, who was practically invincible, Tesla is a superior company in terms of technology, performance, and its product. But it could be brought down by something it may not see coming.

Non Tesla, Tesla repair shop saves Tesla owners big bucks for repairs

This Garage Could Save You Thousands of Dollars When Things Go Wrong With Your Tesla

By Timothy Boyer on July 13, 2021 - 3:34PM

Is your Tesla warranty near its end? Then you just may want to see this video to discover what some see as a Tesla disservice service to its customers when it comes to repairs on your Tesla. This video is a wild ride to watch, but important as we learn how thousands of dollars in Tesla repair costs were saved by an actual Tesla owner.

Tesla To Deliver Cybertruck Without Side-View Mirrors Suggests $436M Samsung Camera Supply Deal

By Tinsae Aregay on July 13, 2021 - 2:57PM

A report out of Korea states Tesla has signed a $436 million deal with Samsung for the latter to supply cameras to be used on EVs. The report also suggests the cameras will be used on the Cybertruck and that the vehicle will not have side-view mirrors.

Stop MFD Sun Glare On Your Toyota Prius With This Neat Visor

By Peter Neilson on July 13, 2021 - 1:58PM

If you hate the sun glare that makes it impossible to see your screen on your Toyota Prius then take a look at this. Probably the best thing since AUX.

Ford, State Farm Data-Sharing Goes Back More Than A Decade

Customers Benefit From Ford, State Farm Sharing Their Data

By Marc Stern on July 13, 2021 - 12:41PM

For a long time, Ford and State Farm have partnered in sharing their data so that customers will benefit.

Tesla Signs Massive Deal With Samsung for CyberTruck

By Jeremy Johnson on July 13, 2021 - 11:58AM

There is breaking news of a massive, $436 million dollar deal between Tesla and Samsung for cameras for the CyberTruck. Let's explore this more!

Image courtesy of Virgin Galactic's Media Assets page.

Mandate Space Tourism Be Zero Emissions - Sign the Petition Here

By John Goreham on July 13, 2021 - 10:07AM

Virgin Galactic’s Tourism Space Plane burns hydrocarbons for fun. Aren’t we in the process of making that illegal in the United States?

Mach-E sets new record for electric vehicles

2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Breaks New Energy EV Record

By Timothy Boyer on July 13, 2021 - 9:38AM

Can EVs really handle a long road trip this summer? A 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E recently showed that it is possible and set a new energy EV record that qualified the feat for official recognition in Guinness World Records.

2022 Subaru WRX, next-generation Subaru WRX

Subaru Won’t Reveal The Next-Generation WRX At Chicago Auto Show

By Denis Flierl on July 13, 2021 - 9:09AM

Subaru has been tight-lipped about the all-new 2022 Subaru WRX. When will they uncover the next-generation performance car?

2022 Toyota Tundra panoramic moonroof side view red seats

Star-Gazing Panoramic Moonroof Revealed for Next-Gen 2022 Toyota Tundra

By Jeff Teague on July 13, 2021 - 8:31AM

A popular feature returns and a new one is exposed as Toyota shows off more of its 2022 Tundra. This time, with more interior features.

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

Is It Easy To Buy A New Forester? Subaru Scores High In The Buying Process

By Denis Flierl on July 13, 2021 - 6:13AM

How easy is it to buy a 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek? See why Subaru scores high in a new customer satisfaction index.

How Mach-E Suspension & High Voltage Wiring Compares to Tesla

By Timothy Boyer on July 12, 2021 - 4:58PM

The differences between the Ford Mach-E and its Tesla competitor is not so much about performance; rather, it could be described as being “Tesla-Style” vs “Ford-Style” where the devil is in the details when it comes to engineering. In this must-see video, Sandy Munro brings in Cory Steuben who explains the front and rear suspension systems including the high voltage wiring in this breakdown comparison between Ford and Tesla.

Image of Chevy Bolt charging at EVgo DCFC by John Goreham

Charging an Electric Vehicle In Public Can Cost Triple What Fueling Up a “Gas-Guzzler” Does

By John Goreham on July 12, 2021 - 2:48PM

Public EV charging can be ridiculously expensive. Here is what we paid to add 34 miles to a new 2022 model year EV at an EVgo charger.

These Tesla FSD Beta Testers Are Must Follow

By Jeremy Johnson on July 12, 2021 - 2:23PM

There are a number of people using Tesla's full self-driving beta v9 and doing YouTube videos with it. There are a group of them that are a must follow. Here they are and why.

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