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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.

Autonomous Vehicles May Be The Future, But At What Cost?

By Frank DiMuccio on April 30, 2021 - 9:49PM

Electric Cars are estimated to be the future of the automotive industry. The means of shuttling people from place-to-place marches down the inexorable road to electrification and automation. The days of the falling asleep at the wheel and dying by your own hands are gone, replaced by computers that can’t see Tractor Trailers or Police Cruisers.

RAV4 Hybrid Was Toyota’s Best-Selling Hybrid in March. You Will Not Believe Second Place

By Jeff Teague on April 30, 2021 - 11:50AM

A closer look at Toyota March hybrid sales reveals a surprising competitor to 2021 RAV4 Hybrid.

2021 Subaru Ascent, pricing, features, specs

Subaru Ascent Family Hauler Is The Surprise 3-Row SUV Best Value Pick

By Denis Flierl on April 30, 2021 - 11:01AM

What is the lowest cost-to-own 3-Row SUV? According to a new report, the 2021 Subaru Ascent is the overall winner in the fastest-growing category.

2021 Ford Bronco Sport Achieves IIHS Top Safety Pick Rating

By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 30, 2021 - 10:00AM

In its first year in production, the Bronco Sport lands Top Safety Pick+ rating from IIHS, which is the highest rating possible. Bronco Sport earned high ratings in all six areas of safety evaluation to qualify for the superior rating.

2022 Acura MDX SH-AWD Advance Review- Sublime Satisfaction

By John Goreham on April 30, 2021 - 9:25AM

We test our new favorite three-row crossover, the Acura MDX, and find that its beauty is more than skin deep.

Tesla Is Hacked With a Drone, The Company Is Informed and Fixed The Loophole

By Armen Hareyan on April 30, 2021 - 9:08AM

Security gaps made it possible to attack a Tesla's control system via WLAN and, for example, to open the doors, hacking it with drone. Tesla has been informed and has closed the loophole.

Porsche Plans To Use OTA Revisions To Taycan, Responds To Making Taycan Into A ‘Smart Phone’

By Max Larsen on April 30, 2021 - 8:09AM

OTA revisions will make its way into the Taycan and Taycan Cross Turismo, but some enthusiasts think it is the beginning of a technology-engulfed driving experience.

Tesla's FSD V9.0 software update will have pure vision

Tesla's New FSD Update Will Have "True Mind's Eye"

By Armen Hareyan on April 30, 2021 - 7:44AM

Yesterday I reported on Torque News Youtube Channel that Tesla's new FSD Beta V9.0 will be mind blowing and the software's update is coming in two weeks. Last night CEO Elon Musk made another reference to a human mind saying Tesla's Full Self-Driving software update (the V9.0) will have "true mind's eye," and show actual probability distribution of objects. Let's take a look at what this means.

2021 Subaru Outback, 2022 Subaru Outback features, specs, pricing

New Subaru Outback Costs Nearly $8,000 Less-To-Own Than The Average SUV

By Denis Flierl on April 30, 2021 - 7:18AM

What is the lowest cost-to-own midsize SUV? According to a new report, the 2021 Subaru Outback is the overall winner by a large margin.

Explorer Feels The Semiconductor Shortage

Ford, Stellantis Lead Industry In Number Of Vehicles Dropped Due To Shortages

By Marc Stern on April 30, 2021 - 3:43AM

Ford and Stellantis were the two big names this week as the total number of vehicles dropped from production due to the semiconductor shortages were tallied. General Motors was a distant third.

Amazing amounts of horsepower and torque on demand from the Cybertruck.

TRX Vs Cybertruck: Can The Electric Newcomer Beat The King Of Beastly Trucks?

By Frank DiMuccio on April 29, 2021 - 9:55PM

Tesla and its eclectic founder, Elon Musk, have decided to enter a truck into the Electric Vehicle market. This truck, the Cybertruck, is expected to be powerful, rugged, and nigh indestructible. It’s had its share of setbacks on the road to release, including some bad press and the recent chip shortage has not helped get the Cybertruck into our driveways.

Cybertruck Add-On Racks Up $50 Million In Pre-Orders

By Daniel Cappo on April 29, 2021 - 9:01PM

The Cybertruck add-on known as the Cyberlandr has racked up $50 million in pre-orders. This camper has become surprisingly popular in a short period of time.

Is Toyota Grand Highlander Coming? Toyota Teases New “Electrified” Three-Row SUV

By Jeff Teague on April 29, 2021 - 4:55PM

Toyota will build not one, but two, new SUVs with three rows. Electrified. What does this mean, though?

Tesla Giga Berlin Battery Plant Likely To Cause Overall Delay Despite Brandenburg PM Support

By Tinsae Aregay on April 29, 2021 - 1:32PM

Brandenburg's Prime Minister Dietmar Woidke is happy Tesla will be adding cell manufacturing at Giga Berlin site even though that will likely cause delay of vehicle production.

Remembering Mustang Legend Gale Halderman On The One Year Anniversary Of His Passing

By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 29, 2021 - 12:16PM

Principle designer of original Ford Mustang passed away a year ago, but his memory lives on in the iconic car and in the Mustang clubs that cherish him. His Museum in Ohio continues to be a destination for Mustang enthusiasts and a way to honor his 40-year career at Ford Motor Company.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback, 2021 Subaru Ascent

11 Lowest Cost-To-Own SUVs - Subaru Forester, Outback, Ascent Score Best In Class

By Denis Flierl on April 29, 2021 - 7:01AM

Are Subaru vehicles expensive to own? According to Kelly Blue Books 5-Year Cost to Own Awards, Subaru now has three models that score best in class.

Tesla Calls For Action Against Texas SB 1728 To Prevent Higher Fees For Owners In TX

By Daniel Cappo on April 28, 2021 - 9:23PM

SB 1728 is being put on the table of the Texas state senate. This bill’s passage would lead to higher costs for Tesla driver to drive on Texas’s roads. Proponents of this bill believe Tesla needs to “pay their fair share.”

A few different years of Charger can be seen

The Dodge Charger's Automatic Transmission: Making Muscle Manageable

By Frank DiMuccio on April 28, 2021 - 5:17PM

The Dodge Charger is a muscle car icon. From the debated General Lee to the new 2021 Hellcat Redeye that’s pushing 797 horsepower and zips from 0-60 miles per hour in 3.6 seconds, Chargers rank highly on most driving enthusiast’s lists of cars they want to try to do questionably safe things in.

What Is The Most Common Mileage For Toyota Prius Head Gasket Failure?

By Peter Neilson on April 28, 2021 - 4:34PM

Want to know the most common mileage for Gen 3 Prius head gasket failure? Take a look at what the industry has reported.

Pandemic Causes Used Car Market To Spike; Dealers Pushed to 100K Vehicles

By Marc Stern on April 28, 2021 - 2:46PM

The COVID-19 pandemic has turned most markets upside-down. In the vehicle world, prices, which were down last year, have come roaring back as the economy has begun to pick up. There's a problem because of chip-caused shortages and such, fewer new vehicle products mean fewer vehicle trades and prices have spiked and are likely to remain there for some time.

1969 Mustang Mach 1 with Cobra Jet engine

A Fond Look Back At The 428 Engine And the 1969 Mustang Mach 1

By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 28, 2021 - 12:16PM

Introducing the 428 performance-oriented engine helped cement the Mustang’s legend. You could argue that the 428 Cobra Jet engine and the 1969 Mustang Mach 1 helped Ford stay ahead of the competition. Ford now turns to 2021 Mach 1, to continue the legacy.

2021 Subaru WRX STI features, images, best photos

The 10 Best Subaru Vehicle Fan Shots Of 2021 - STI Wins For Most Passion

By Denis Flierl on April 28, 2021 - 11:13AM

Subaru has loyal fans, but which model has the most passionate owners? Check out the cool vehicle shots of 2021 and see why it’s the Subaru WRX STI.

Tesla Updates Giga Shanghai Security With Drone Restrictions

By Armen Hareyan on April 28, 2021 - 10:49AM

After recent incidents in Shanghai Auto Show Tesla has reportedly decided to upgrade Giga Shanghai's security, stopping drone flyovers and the security guard requested areal photos to be deleted from WU WA's latest video.

The Best and Worst Car Colors For Resale Value Include Some Surprises

By John Goreham on April 28, 2021 - 10:26AM

A new study breaks down which colors enhance the value of your vehicle and which detract from it.

Ford adds Onboard Scales and Smart Hitch To 2021 F-150

By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 28, 2021 - 9:33AM

Onboard Scales will help accurately estimate cargo weight and indicate capacity. Smart Hitch measures tongue weight to help customers properly hitch up and reduce sway for safer towing.

Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness - When It’s Coming And What To Expect

By Denis Flierl on April 28, 2021 - 6:28AM

Subaru will introduce the Crosstrek Wilderness model in 2023. Here is what we know about the rugged off-road SUV.

Before Buying a 2022 Toyota Tundra, Consider a 2021 CrewMax Instead

By Jeff Teague on April 27, 2021 - 8:40PM

Some compelling reasons to purchase a 2021 Tundra CrewMax instead of a 2022 Tundra.

Tesla And Samsung Have Both Signed On With One Another To Work On LED's For Smart Headlamps

By Daniel Cappo on April 27, 2021 - 8:13PM

Tesla and Samsung have signed a new contract. This time Samsung will be supplying Tesla with LED smart headlamps for their cars.

Tesla Delays Model X, and Model S Volume Production To Third Quarter Due To Parts Shortage

By Tinsae Aregay on April 27, 2021 - 3:59PM

Elon Musk on Tesla's Q1 2021 earnings call has said due to part shortage Model X production will not start until Q3. Model S deliveries will start next month but will not reach volume production until Q3.

3 Smart Reasons Toyota Will Partner With Tesla

By Peter Neilson on April 27, 2021 - 3:13PM

Toyota is the world's largest automaker. Tesla is the largest EV producer. What do they have in common? Strategy. Check out why I believe Toyota will partner with Tesla.

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