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.

Tesla Plaid Music Video, Tesla Problem on Pikes Peak, and Yokohama Racing Slicks

By Timothy Boyer on June 24, 2021 - 9:36AM

Here’s a Tesla Plaid put to music as it races up Pikes Peak in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race, plus commentary by race car driver Randy Pobst on problems he is experiencing with the Tesla Plaid and how he feels the Yokohama racing slicks he is using are performing.

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

New 2022 Subaru Forester Images Revealed And 5 Things We Know About U.S. Models

By Denis Flierl on June 24, 2021 - 7:10AM

Subaru just announced the Japan-spec 2022 Subaru Forester. So what will the 2022 Forester for U.S. customers be like, and when will it arrive?

Aptera Solar Plug in EV Breakthrough

By Dean McManis on June 24, 2021 - 2:10AM

Is the dream of driving around town and commuting, using ONLY solar power, realistic? With Aptera’s new, 3-wheeled, 2-seat EV, the answer may be YES!

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Vehicles Start Arriving at Dealers

Dealers Finally Receiving the Highly-Anticipated 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

By Mary Conway on June 23, 2021 - 9:08PM

The three-row 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L has been in high demand since it was announced. Now, it is finally getting to dealers.

Tesla Expected To Come Out With Ridesharing App That Has The Potential To Do Very Well

By Daniel Cappo on June 23, 2021 - 7:42PM

It was announced earlier this week Tesla was coming out with Tesla Driver Insurance. Tesla now is showing that they’re serious about coming out with a ridesharing app. This is an idea that has been in the works for some time.

Hybrid Toyota Tundra: What To Expect in 2022

By Peter Neilson on June 23, 2021 - 6:15PM

Toyota has given us some awesome hybrids over the past few decades. With the all-new Tundra headed our direction, it is only a matter of time before we see a hybrid version. Take a look at what I suspect some of the features will be.

2022 Subaru Outback features, specs, pricing

The Subaru Outback Just Moved Up On The Most American Made Cars List

By Denis Flierl on June 23, 2021 - 1:46PM

How American is the 2022 Subaru Outback? See where it now ranks on the new American-Made index.

Apollo Moon Robotaxi Launch in Asia Could Leave Competitors in the Dust

By Timothy Boyer on June 23, 2021 - 11:55AM

China’s Robotaxi manufacturing is winning the race toward making the adoption of autonomous vehicles and smart transportation available for the public worldwide…and here’s how.

Flat Rock Assembly Plant and Ford Mustang

Ford Mustang Ranks Number Two On Cars.Com’s American-Made Index

By Jimmy Dinsmore on June 23, 2021 - 9:45AM

Ford’s muscle car jumped 32 spots from last year’s ranking and is now the most American-made vehicle of the Big Three U.S. auto manufacturers. Mustang is made in Flat Rock, Michigan. Tesla Model 3 occupies top spot, for first time in company’s history.

A Passenger Seat View of How Fast a Tesla Model S Plaid Hits Pikes Peak Curves

By Timothy Boyer on June 23, 2021 - 9:26AM

Ever wonder what it would look like from the passenger seat of a souped-up Tesla Model S Plaid hitting those crazy curves on Pikes Peak? Well, here’s your chance to see some Tesla history in the making as we watch Randy Pobst in a qualifying run through the upper section of Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on the first day of Practice/Qualifying rounds.

‘It’s Right To Give Tesla Preferential Treatment’ Says Brandenburg Environment Minister

By Tinsae Aregay on June 23, 2021 - 9:17AM

Brandenburg Environmental Minister Axel Vogel says "it is right to give Tesla preferential treatment" since the settlement of the factory in the area will have a positive impact that will reach the whole of Europe.

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

RPM Says 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Is Now The Best New Small SUV This Year

By Denis Flierl on June 23, 2021 - 7:22AM

Is the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek the best new subcompact SUV? See why the Crosstrek beats the Hyundai Kona and Honda HR-V.

2021 Chevy Suburban Celebrates Its Star Power

By Mary Conway on June 22, 2021 - 11:05PM

The Chevrolet Suburban has appeared in more than 1,750 film and TV series. The iconic vehicle now has its own star, from Hollywood, in a popular Texas entertainment district.

Why "Code Clearing" Does Not Fix Your Hybrid Problem

By Peter Neilson on June 22, 2021 - 4:09PM

If you have a master warning light, check engine or any other type of warning light in your Toyota Prius or other hybrid cars, you will want to know this. Simply clearing the check engine light is not going to solve your problem but only make more. Here is why.

Despite Complications, It's A Great Time To Be Ford

By Marc Stern on June 22, 2021 - 2:39PM

Although Ford still faces a major semiconductor shortage, it has had lots of success with its new vehicles, the Ford F-150 Lightning, the Maverick (a midsized pickup), and the E-Transit Connect (electric) van.

2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness, features, specs, pricing

Never Been To A Subaru Enthusiast Event? Check Out The 2 New Cities This Year

By Denis Flierl on June 22, 2021 - 11:38AM

Subaru of America just announced its 2021 enthusiast event series coming to six cities. Subaru brings the 2022 Outback Wilderness and Travis Pastrana’s 862-horsepower WRX STI. Check out the dates, new locations, and details here.

2022 Toyota Tundra interior multimedia apple carplay

Toyota Reveals Several Interior Clues in Latest 2022 Tundra Picture

By Jeff Teague on June 22, 2021 - 11:22AM

Today we learned more about 2022 Toyota Tundra interior. There is a lot to love here.

Ford video raises hot car death awareness

Ford Rear Occupant Alert Video Highlights Summer Dangers for Children and Pets

By Timothy Boyer on June 22, 2021 - 10:56AM

Hot car deaths of children and pets occur at alarming numbers: an average of 39 child deaths in hot cars each year, along with thousands of animals that either die or suffer from heat exposure inside locked vehicles. To help raise awareness of the problem, Ford offers a recent video demonstrating how quickly a life-sized child and pet ice sculpture melts when place in a locked car when outdoor summer temps are 95 degrees Fahrenheit.

2023 Subaru Outback, Ascent, Legacy model change

2023 Subaru Outback, Ascent, And Legacy Preview - All 3 Get New Upgrades

By Denis Flierl on June 22, 2021 - 7:02AM

Subaru announced few changes to the 2022 Outback, and 2023 is when the Outback gets a refresh with new upgrades. Check out the new 2023 Outback, Ascent, and Legacy model changes here.

GM Recalling 135,000 SUVs Because of Bad Jacks

By Mary Conway on June 21, 2021 - 10:31PM

GM is calling back 135,000 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazers and 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX models because the plastic jacks can break.

The Corruption Of Taxi Agencies Could Hinder Tesla's Future Plans For Taxis

By Daniel Cappo on June 21, 2021 - 10:02PM

Elon Musk has had some lofty goals for Tesla such as getting self-driving taxis on the road in the near future. Tesla is struggling to even get some regular cabs on the road in New York City because the TLC has said it had voted to stop issuing licenses for electric cars.

Is the Yoke steering wheel going to be the next big thing?

In A World Prototypes, Is A Concept Enough? Is Toyota's bZ4X Its Future?

By Frank DiMuccio on June 21, 2021 - 8:59PM

Toyota, like any car maker, is subject to the whims of the market as much as any other manufacturer. While Toyota’s president Aiko Toyoda seems to be pushing more for his pet project, Gazoo Racing to guide the company forward, the bZ4X has been revealed as a concept. Not a prototype, like the Cybertruck, or F-150 Lightning. Is it too little, too late?

2022 Toyota Camry TRD New color Cavalry Blue

Familiar New Color Coming to 2022 Toyota Camry: You Will Like It

By Jeff Teague on June 21, 2021 - 6:06PM

Expect a shocking new color for 2022 Camry. Find what it is and how to get it.

Rolling Blackouts? No Problem If You Own A Toyota Hybrid

By Peter Neilson on June 21, 2021 - 5:32PM

California and their lovely rolling blackouts are awful. What if you could leverage your Toyota hybrid to keep the fridge on and still have a house? The good news is yes here is what you need to know.

Fact-Checking Volkswagen’s Latest ID.4 “Affordable AWD” Press Release - 2 Questions

By John Goreham on June 21, 2021 - 4:07PM

Volkswagen has just announced that its ID.4 battery-electric vehicle is “The most affordable all-wheel-drive electric vehicle on sale in the U.S.” This has us scratching our heads for two main reasons.

Tesla Director of Artificial Intelligence Adrej Karpathy Explains Neural Net Development in FSD

By Timothy Boyer on June 21, 2021 - 3:11PM

Wondering what Tesla engineers have been up to lately toward improving Tesla Autopilot and FSD? Here’s a must-see Zoom presentation where Tesla’s Director of Artificial Intelligence, Adrej Karpathy, reveals the work that is going on behind the scenes as we wait for out next FSD update.

Six Hybrid or Electric Models Land On Fastest-Selling Vehicles List - How Did Your Favorite Rank?

By John Goreham on June 21, 2021 - 2:51PM

A new update to the twenty fastest-selling new vehicles in America list includes hybrids from Hyundai and Toyota, EVs from Volkswagen, Jeep, and Toyota, and a lot of gas guzzlers. America's new vehicle divide is on full display.

The Next-Generation 2022 Subaru WRX Is Near - Where And When It Will Be Revealed

By Denis Flierl on June 21, 2021 - 2:05PM

When will Subaru Corporation reveal the all-new next-generation 2022 Subaru WRX? See when and where here.

FSD Sensor System Installed on Ford Mondeo Tested at Two Levels Above Tesla FSD

By Timothy Boyer on June 21, 2021 - 12:31PM

Here’s the latest about a live multi-city trial of one type of autonomy FSD software that is being outfitted on Ford Mondeos to operate across a five-mile area in varied traffic and weather conditions that is rated two levels above Tesla’s current FSD categorization.

In Anticipation of the Ford Bronco, Aftermarket Supplier 4 Wheel Parts Debuts Bronco HQ

By Jimmy Dinsmore on June 21, 2021 - 12:15PM

This new 4WP collection will aim to support Bronco owners and provide them with a variety of off-road and aftermarket accessories to create their own custom builds. Bronco HQ will feature many Bronco off-road accessories.

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