Automotive News (Page 309)

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.

Tips on finding a good mechanic and garage

Consumer Reports Car Experts on Finding a Trustworthy Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on August 13, 2021 - 10:35AM

Finding a trustworthy mechanic is easier than you might think. Here’s the latest update from Consumer Reports car experts on what you should be looking for in a mechanic, the garage and their estimates before deciding on whether this is the right person and place for your car.

Elon Musk Announces Tesla Giga Berlin Tour and country fair

Elon Musk Announces Giga Berlin County Fair and Tour

By Armen Hareyan on August 13, 2021 - 10:05AM

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Announces Giga Berlin County Fair and Tour. He talked about who will be given priority at Giga Berlin’s fair and factory tour and met Germany’s leading Chancellor candidate at Giga Berlin, who called the factory as model investment for Germany.

2023 Subaru Crosstrek, Crosstrek Wilderness

Hyundai And Ford Launch Into The Untapped SAV Market - Subaru Are You Listening?

By Denis Flierl on August 13, 2021 - 6:30AM

There is a market for a small pickup, and Hyundai and Ford know it. We hope Subaru is listening, and they offer an all-new 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Baja compact pickup.

Tesla Can Use Trojan Horse to Take Advantage of Tax Credit

By Jeremy Johnson on August 12, 2021 - 8:24PM

The most recent update on the U.S. Electric Vehicle tax credit bill is that it will only apply to electric vehicles costing $40,000 or less and for people with an income less than $100,000. Tesla won't qualify for this in most cases, but they can do something smart in order to qualify most of their vehicles for a tax credit.

Sneak Attack! Hydrogen Fuel Cell Semi Trucks Are Now Being Delivered

By Peter Neilson on August 12, 2021 - 6:49PM

If you think HFC is a waste of resources, you may want to re-think that strategy. EVs may get all the hype but it certainly has not slowed the wheels of progress.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek

Subaru Crosstrek Vs. Forester - The New Crosstrek Just Shot Ahead

By Denis Flierl on August 12, 2021 - 2:46PM

Is the Subaru Crosstrek or the Subaru Forester the best model in the lineup? The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek just moved ahead of Forester as the most researched model.

2022 Ford GT Heritage Edition supercar pays homage to the 1964 Ford GT

By Jimmy Dinsmore on August 12, 2021 - 11:43AM

Ford GT Heritage Edition is a modern interpretation of the original, combining classic Ford Performance features such as Wimbledon White paint and a triple racing stripe with contemporary touches including exposed carbon fiber behind Antimatter Blue-painted carbon fiber wheels and Lightspeed Blue Alcantara suede seats. Ford GT ’64 Prototype Heritage Edition debuts at Monterey Car Week alongside the sole surviving 1964 Ford GT prototype.

Buy the 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV Not the Regular Bolt - Here’s Why

By John Goreham on August 12, 2021 - 10:50AM

We have just tested both the 2022 Bolt EUV and the conventional 2022 Bolt. Here’s why buying the Bolt EUV makes much more sense.

Tesla's expected sales in China August 2021

Insider: Tesla Sales In China Are Expected To Rebound Sharply in August

By Armen Hareyan on August 12, 2021 - 9:58AM

Joke eyeglasses trick driver assist safety feature

Driver Assist Safety Can Be Fooled Not Just in Tesla, But in Ford Vehicles and Many Others Too

By Timothy Boyer on August 12, 2021 - 9:38AM

A new video shows that just like Tesla, Ford and many other vehicles equipped with driver assist features can be tricked into unsafe driving conditions. According to Car and Driver magazine, “..this is not just a Tesla problem, but one that affects the entire industry. Automakers should close these loopholes to head-off future idiocy.”

Snow-Friendly Features of the 2022 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Not To Miss

By John Goreham on August 12, 2021 - 8:55AM

Even in August, we are thinking ahead to winter. Here are some ways the all-new 2022 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X comes ready to tackle wicked winter weather.

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

5 Lowest Cost To Own Compact SUVs - New Subaru Forester Scores The Best

By Denis Flierl on August 12, 2021 - 7:23AM

Is the 2021 Subaru Forester expensive to maintain? Check out the top five compact SUVs and the 5-year lowest cost-to-own.

Tesla Needs to Improve Communication to Customers

By Jeremy Johnson on August 11, 2021 - 6:47PM

Tesla is doing a lot of things well, including being sold out of every vehicle it makes for many months. But there's one thing it needs to do better, and that is communicate better to customers.

Price Is Key Factor Why Ford Maverick Will Dominate Newly Developed Small Truck Segment

By Jimmy Dinsmore on August 11, 2021 - 12:01PM

Hyundai Santa Cruz enters new segment as a contender to the Maverick. Santa Cruz betters Maverick in towing and performance but loses out on price and fuel economy. Ford claims more than 80,000 reservations for 2022 Maverick.

2022 Subaru Impreza pricing, features, specs,

Not All Of Subaru’s Models Are Selling Fast - Impreza And Legacy Are Now Slowest

By Denis Flierl on August 11, 2021 - 11:29AM

The 2021 Subaru Forester and 2021 Crosstrek are flying off dealers’ lots. But not all Subaru’s models are selling fast. See what’s going on with Impreza and Legacy.

Consumer Reports lists new flat tire inflaters for car owners

A Top Rated and Bargain Brand Cordless Portable Tire Pump Choice for Your Car

By Timothy Boyer on August 11, 2021 - 10:41AM

Here’s the latest on both a top rated high-end and a bargain brand cordless tire pump review that alerts consumers to the fact that they no longer are limited to yesteryear’s anemic handheld tire inflators. As an added plus, included are two videos demonstrating these Consumer Reports recommended models in action.

Tesla Model 3 Electric Vehicle Is the Fastest-Selling Used Car

By John Goreham on August 11, 2021 - 8:55AM

EVs dominate the list of fastest-selling used vehicles in America. Here is the top-20 list.

Traffic Flows On An Interstate As Speeing Rises

Speeding Continues To Plague Interstates As Travel Season Begins Wind-Down

By Marc Stern on August 11, 2021 - 7:43AM

It has been a long and frustrating travel season for authorities as drivers keep speeding. It's not so much that they are traveling fast, it is that they are driving at high speeds that are seldom seen outside of race tracks. One driver clocked 159 mph in a record run across of the country and averaged 108 for his 25-hour trip.

2022 Subaru BRZ, pricing, specs, features, fuel mileage

The New Subaru BRZ 2.4L Fuel Mileage Is Released - Fuel-Efficiency Drops

By Denis Flierl on August 11, 2021 - 6:48AM

The 2022 Subaru BRZ gets a new 2.4-liter engine, and fuel mileage drops significantly. See how much the extra power and standard safety tech costs in fuel efficiency.

Prius ranks high as reliable, fuel efficient car for Uber drivers

Consumer Reports Analysts Rate These Used Cars As The Best for Uber and Lyft Drivers

By Timothy Boyer on August 10, 2021 - 6:45PM

Looking to save money on gas and repairs by finding a reliable and fuel efficient used car? Then look no further as Consumer Reports recently released their list of these used car models that make sense for those earning a living as an Uber or Lyft driver.

The Obvious Reason Tesla Was Not Invited To the White House EV Meeting and One Other Possibility

By John Goreham on August 10, 2021 - 5:54PM

Tesla was ignored by the Biden Administration at a recent meeting on electric vehicles. There is one obvious reason Tesla was not there and one we feel might be a possibility as well.

Used car values differ depending on where you shop.

Consumer Reports on How to Assess a Used Vehicle’s True Value

By Timothy Boyer on August 10, 2021 - 1:30PM

Assessing a used vehicle’s true value is more than just taking a look into Kelley Blue Book value listings---it’s also partly about understanding where the vehicle is being sold and what this means to you. Here’s a summary of the latest Consumer Reports recommendation about what you need to know about where a used car is being sold from, while comparison shopping for a used car.

EV-Friendly Destination In New Hampshire - Glen House and Mt. Washington Auto Road

By John Goreham on August 10, 2021 - 12:04PM

New Hampshire’s Public electric vehicle charging infrastructure is horrendous. Here is one popular destination in New Hampshire's White Mountains that offers EV-driving visitors ample charging options.

2022 Subaru Forester, 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness, features, specs

The One New Subaru Forester Wilderness Upgrade You Really Want

By Denis Flierl on August 10, 2021 - 11:55AM

The 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness is coming soon for outdoor enthusiasts. There is one upgrade Subaru should make that would transform the new rugged sub-brand.

Tesla Model Y Vehicles Spotted at Giga Berlin

By Jeremy Johnson on August 10, 2021 - 11:20AM

We see a new batch of Tesla Model Y vehicles at Giga Berlin and we believe that these are going to be used to help calibrate the machinery in Giga Berlin in preparation for mass production of the Tesla Model Y at Giga Berlin.

2022 Toyota Tacoma colors TRD Pro Trail Edition

Shocking New Colors Added to 2022 Toyota Tacoma Lineup

By Jeff Teague on August 10, 2021 - 10:56AM

Vibrant colors offered for 2022 Tacoma. Plus, more features coming. Fans may be very happy.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek pricing, specs, features

New Goodyear Assurance Tire Test And A Subaru Crosstrek Summer Road Trip

By Denis Flierl on August 10, 2021 - 6:38AM

What are the best summer tires for a subcompact SUV like the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek? We test the new Goodyear Assurance ComfortDrive tire on a mountain road trip. Check out the results here.

Tesla Notifies Model X Plaid Reservation Holders To ‘Prepare For Delivery’

By Tinsae Aregay on August 10, 2021 - 4:34AM

After a very long wait, the refreshed Tesla Model X seems to finally be entering production. Tesla customers with a Model X Plaid reservation have reported Tesla has contacted them to "prepare for deliveries".

Insider information why Tesla Delays Cybertruck Production

Insider Info About Why Tesla Delays Cybertruck's Production To 2021

By Armen Hareyan on August 10, 2021 - 12:13AM

Tesla CyberTruck is Delayed and That is No Problem for Tesla

By Jeremy Johnson on August 9, 2021 - 5:55PM

We have reports that Tesla will not be delivering any CyberTruck vehicles this year and we think this is not a problem for Tesla at all. In fact, besides the Model Y, Tesla has always had a delay with their vehicles. Here's why Tesla will still dominate despite the delay.

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