Automotive News (Page 324)

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.

Five Years After First Tesla Tragedy Seemingly Preventable Crashes Still Occur

By John Goreham on May 3, 2021 - 12:23PM

We look back on the long list of unusual Tesla crashes and wonder why Tesla’s vehicles still manage to hit things.

EVs have begun to diversify, but the aftermarket parts for them haven't kept up.

EV Aftermarket Modifications: What's Out There?

By Frank DiMuccio on May 3, 2021 - 11:58AM

With Electric Vehicles like the Volkswagen ID.4, Tesla Model S, GMC HUMMER EV, and the Mustang Mach E starting their takeover of the motorsports arena, the age of electric muscle may soon be upon us. Chevrolet teased a sporty looking silhouette with an EV drivetrain- many sources believe it to be the next Camaro. But something that is sorely lacking from the EV automotive sector, is customization.

Image courtesy of Youtube and Cavalcade Ford

All Roadside Assistance Tow Trucks Should Have Back Seats For Stranded Passengers

By John Goreham on May 3, 2021 - 11:04AM

Why don’t all tow trucks from AAA and other roadside assistance providers have back seats to help transport stranded motorists? In this story, we offer our opinion on the subject.

Tesla Steps Up Closed Door Engagement With Regulators in China

By Tinsae Aregay on May 3, 2021 - 10:41AM

Following relentless attacks by Chinese media, Tesla is stepping up closed-door engagement with Chinese regulators and hiring new managers to improve the EV maker's interaction with the Chinese government.

Why Toyota Has Not Released 2022 Tundra Details Yet

By Jeff Teague on May 3, 2021 - 10:27AM

Toyota Tundra fans are anxiously awaiting info on 2022 Tundra. Here is why they may be waiting a little longer.

Tesla Model Y broken roof image courtesy of Joan Morgan

Electric Vehicle Owners Dismayed By Broken and Cracked Glass Roofs

By John Goreham on May 3, 2021 - 9:34AM

Many electric vehicles have roofs made entirely or mostly of glass. Now that glass is breaking and owners are in a fix.

Tesla's Massive stamping or multi-casting foundation at Giga Shanghai

Tesla Is Building a Massive Foundation at Giga Shanghai

By Armen Hareyan on May 3, 2021 - 8:43AM

These two images and their similarities show that Tesla is possibly building a massive multi-casting machine in Giga Shanghai to unicast the body of its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, produced at Gigafactory Shanghai.

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

Subaru Restarts U.S. Plant - What It Means For The All-New Outback Wilderness

By Denis Flierl on May 3, 2021 - 7:02AM

The Subaru plant that makes the 2022 Subaru Outback begins production today after a ten-day shutdown. What does it mean for customers?

Ford F-150 and Ford Ranger Sweep Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own Awards

By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 2, 2021 - 10:36AM

Ford’s two pickup trucks received top honors from influential Kelley Blue Book for having lowest projected cost to own. F-150 won its segment while Ranger won its segment.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback

Subaru Is Hit With Another Lawsuit- Owners Say EyeSight Is Dangerous

By Denis Flierl on May 2, 2021 - 7:19AM

A new lawsuit had been filed against Subaru. 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek, and other models are included. See why owners say the automaker's EyeSight safety technology is dangerous.

Roaring Along The Trail In The Mexican 1000

Stock Ford Bronco Takes Third In Mexican 1000

By Marc Stern on May 1, 2021 - 11:44PM

The Ford Bronco has ticked all of the boxes. A driving team of project engineers took a stock Ford Bronco and set out on the five-day Mexico 1000. They ended up placing third. The only mods were for safety -- roll cage, harnesses, and such.

Why Your Kia and Hyundai Are Popular With Car Thieves

By Keith Griffin on May 1, 2021 - 4:51PM

Is your 2011 or newer Kia protected against theft? How about your 2015 or newer Hyundai? Both are being heavily targeted by car thieves but there’s an easy solution.

Porsche Taycan: A Gem In The EV World

By Frank DiMuccio on May 1, 2021 - 2:01PM

The Electric Vehicle market is dominated by cars that largely appear the same. No offense meant to the folks at the big manufacturers we know and love, like Tesla, Ford, Chevy, and Toyota, but the current EV offering is just not exciting, at least from a visual perspective. Sure, the Plaid mode Tesla has some insane speeds, but it just doesn’t hold an aesthetic candle to the light that is the Porsche Taycan.

All-Electric Ford F-150 To Be Named Lightning

By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 1, 2021 - 11:33AM

Ford will repurpose the performance-oriented Lightning name for the 2023 Ford F-150 EV. Lightning name has a long history in the performance-truck world and though unconfirmed by Ford, the EV version of the 2023 Ford F-150 will get the Lightning name.

Subaru Has A Bicycle? Meet The Duke II Single Speed Bike

By Denis Flierl on May 1, 2021 - 11:20AM

Many Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek owners are outdoor enthusiasts. Check out a new bicycle Subaru is offering its North American customers.

Tesla Giga Berlin Will Rather Be Late In The Year

By Armen Hareyan on May 1, 2021 - 7:57AM

Giga Berlin will probably be in winter, rather than in summer: The construction of the Tesla Gigafactory in Grünheide has been delayed - and with it the start of production. It was supposed to start in July, but there are several problems, reports German Tagesschau.

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

2021 Subaru Forester Is Now The Least Expensive To Own Compact SUV

By Denis Flierl on May 1, 2021 - 7:13AM

What is the lowest cost-to-own compact SUV? According to a new report, the 2021 Subaru Forester is the overall winner in the most competitive segment.

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?

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