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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.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback

7 Car Brands With The Tightest Inventory - Why Subaru Ranks Number One

By Denis Flierl on March 17, 2021 - 6:58AM

Why is it hard to find some Subaru models like the 2021 Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek? See why Subaru has the tightest inventory of any automaker.

Make Your Toyota Prius A Top Quality Generator With This Neat Add On

By Peter Neilson on March 16, 2021 - 11:44PM

Thinking about turning your Prius into a generator for camping or emergencies? It is easier than you think with this tool.

If This Bill Passes Tesla Will Be Able Sell Cars in Texas Directly

By Armen Hareyan on March 16, 2021 - 10:09PM

New Update on Tesla Giga Berlin Battery Factory

By Armen Hareyan on March 16, 2021 - 10:06PM

Model Y Gets Needed Cold Weather Package Update

By Daniel Cappo on March 16, 2021 - 8:42PM

The Tesla Model Y just got an update with anew cold weather package. It is a software update that helps improve how the car handles cold weather. Tesla is trying to prove that its cars aren’t just for Southern California.

Next-Gen 2022 Toyota Tundra Fans Mixed on New Transmission Choice

By Jeff Teague on March 16, 2021 - 2:23PM

You may not believe all the different transmission suggestions fans have for the new 2022 Tundra. See if they are right.

New 2021 Ford F-150 Police Responder Has Improved Top Speed And Handling

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 16, 2021 - 11:52AM

2021 F-150 Police Responder can reach top speed of 120 MPH and automatic four-wheel-drive mode and torque-on-demand for confident handling. Loaded with tech updates including Ford Telematic to improve maintenance.

2021 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

Subaru Teases The All-New Outback Wilderness Model And Its Reveal Date

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2021 - 10:42AM

Subaru just teased the all-new 2021 Outback Wilderness model. See when it will be officially announced.

10 Car Models With The Worst Bad Weather Drivers - Where Is Subaru WRX STI?

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2021 - 7:37AM

What car brands and models have the worst lousy weather drivers? Audi has three, BMW has three, where is the 2021 Subaru WRX?

Would You Drive A Toyota Prius In Unknown Condition Across Country?; I Would.

By Peter Neilson on March 15, 2021 - 11:29PM

Some of us are more daring than others. Me, I may be crazy. Here is why I would jump into a Prius and drive it across the country.

VW and solid-state battery switch with QuantumScape

VW To Make a Big Shift Toward Solid-State Batteries with QuantumScape's Help

By Armen Hareyan on March 15, 2021 - 9:59PM

Toyota Just Challenged Tesla With This New EV SUV Unveiled at Shanghai

By Armen Hareyan on March 15, 2021 - 9:48PM

Roush Ready To Conquer The Dirt With 2021 Roush F-150 Changes

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 15, 2021 - 3:43PM

2021 Roush F-150 has many features including new grille with integrated lighting and wide body flares. Mechanically the suspension system is improved along with a cat-back exhaust system. Roush upgrades are available on 2021 Ford F-150 XLT and Lariat trims and pricing starts at $16,475 above base vehicle price.

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

6 Quietest Compact SUVs - Subaru Crosstrek Scores Best In Class

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2021 - 3:42PM

Which small SUVs have the quietest cabins? Check out the six compact SUVs that are easy on your ears. The refreshed 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is one of the top models.

Tesla and Volkswagen competition and friendship

Tesla is Playing a Version of Simon Says with Volkswagen

By Daniel Cappo on March 15, 2021 - 3:20PM

VW seems to be copying Tesla’s approach in a multitude of ways. Some are saying this could work in VW’s favor. It’s probably too early to tell what the outcome will be for VW or Tesla for that matter.

The Reason Tesla Is Transitioning Jerome Guillen From Automotive President To Heavy Trucking

By Tinsae Aregay on March 15, 2021 - 3:10PM

Tesla's Jerome Guillen has a very respectful reason to transition to a new role and stay in Nevada. In a filing with the SEC, Tesla has announced President of Automotive Jerome Guillen will be transitioning to Tesla Heavy Trucking. The move might be connected with Tesla deciding to build the Semi at Giga Nevada.

Is A Toyota RAV4 Prime Greener Than a Tesla Model Y? No, But It's Close

By John Goreham on March 15, 2021 - 2:08PM

The Engineering Explained Youtube channel breaks down the numbers on CO2 emissions from two of today's hottest electric crossovers: Toyota RAV4 Prime and the Tesla Model Y.

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV image by John Goreham

Mitsubishi Scores Higher In Customer Service Study Than Jaguar, Honda, Toyota

By John Goreham on March 15, 2021 - 11:49AM

A new study of customer satisfaction after service or maintenance visits puts Mitsubishi on the podium among all mainstream automakers.

Elon Musk Officially Changes Tesla Title To ‘TechnoKing’ And The CFO To ‘Master Of Coin’

By Tinsae Aregay on March 15, 2021 - 11:16AM

In a whimsical move, CEO Elon Musk has chosen to change his Tesla title to 'Technoking'. And CFO Zach Kirkhorn will be 'Master of Coin'.

Outlander PHEV charging image by John Goreham

Mitsubishi Has Sold More EVs In America Than Rivian, Bollinger, Hummer, Lucid and Aptera Combined

By John Goreham on March 15, 2021 - 10:45AM

As the hype over up and coming EVs reaches a fever pitch, it is helpful to look back at a brand that was an early adopter of electric vehicles.

How To Know If You Need Studded Winter Tires

By John Goreham on March 15, 2021 - 9:53AM

For the most part, studded winter snow tires have been rendered obsolete. However, there are some limited cases where studded snow tires are an advantage.

Solar roof on Hyundai Sonata image by John Goreham

This Hybrid's Solar Roof Adds 14,000 EV Range Miles

By John Goreham on March 15, 2021 - 7:57AM

We calculate the benefit of the standard solar roof found on the 2021 Hyundai Sonata and put its added range into simple to understand terms.

Did Toyota Just Leak its New Plug-in Electric Hybrid – or Not?

By Jeff Teague on March 15, 2021 - 7:28AM

New Toyota plug-ins and battery electrics are coming. Did we just see one of them accidentally?

Update - Subaru Outback, Ascent Battery Drain Lawsuit What You Should Know

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2021 - 6:03AM

What is going on with the Subaru Outback and Ascent battery drain lawsuit? Here is the latest update.

2012 Ford Edge Is Part Of Latest Takata Recall

Ford Recalls Another 2.6 Million Vehicles In Takata-Related Recall

By Marc Stern on March 14, 2021 - 8:01PM

The Takata safety recall just keeps on rocking the auto industry. In the last nine weeks, for example, Ford has recalled more than 6 million vehicles in response to history's largest safety recall.

Panasonic CEO Calls Partnership With Tesla ‘One Legged’ As Company Looks To Other Car OEMs

By Tinsae Aregay on March 14, 2021 - 3:43PM

In an interview, Panasonic CEO Kazuhiro Tsuga called the company's relationship with Tesla "one-legged". As Panasonic restructures its business Tsuga emphasized the company's need to diversify from Tesla.

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

You’ll Never Guess Where New Subaru Forester Is The Fastest-Selling

By Denis Flierl on March 14, 2021 - 7:40AM

Where is the 2021 Subaru Forester selling the fastest? It’s not a city you would ever guess.

NTSB And NHTSA In Dispute Over Regulating Tesla

By Daniel Cappo on March 13, 2021 - 8:29PM

The NTSB singled out Tesla for using untested Autonomous Driving technology. They are placing blame on NHTSA for not intervening. This is an ongoing situation.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Ascent, 2021 Subaru Outback

10 Best Interiors Under $50K - Subaru Is Still Catching Up To The Competition

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2021 - 7:42AM

Which car brands make the best interiors? The 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, and Ascent miss out on another competition.

Elon Musk: Tesla FSD Beta Testers Double, Ones Not Paying Attention Removed, And No More Radar

By Tinsae Aregay on March 13, 2021 - 2:24AM

Elon Musk said Tesla has removed drivers who aren't paying attention from the company's FSD testing program. However, Tesla has also doubled the number of FSD beta testers.
In addition, in the next FSD iteration, Tesla will stop using radar and move to a "pure vision" system.

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