Automotive News (Page 360)

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.

Mercedes Introduces EQA With a Reasonable Range and Great Interior

By Armen Hareyan on January 21, 2021 - 8:53PM

Musk Says Tesla Is Literally Trying To Build Cars Like Toys

By Armen Hareyan on January 21, 2021 - 8:48PM

The Boring Company's Branded Model X Gets Ready For Vegas Loop Testing

By Armen Hareyan on January 21, 2021 - 8:45PM

Ford Police Interceptors Recalled For Windshield Washer Issue

Ford Recalls Police Interceptors, Aviators To Fix Bad Washer Problem

By Marc Stern on January 21, 2021 - 8:28PM

Ford has recalled 2020 Police Interceptor and Lincoln Aviators to fix a problem with contaminated windshield washers that violated federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

Prius at Supercharger image by John Goreham

3 Busted Toyota Prius Myths Haters Wish Were True

By John Goreham on January 21, 2021 - 4:59PM

The Toyota Prius solved the "cars cause global warming" problem over two decades ago. Here are three common Prius myths that everyone from EVangelists to coal-rollers wish were really true.

Mustang Mach-E vs. Tesla Model Y image courtesy of media kits

Three Surprises Ford's Mustang Mach-E Has For Tesla Shoppers With a $50K Budget

By John Goreham on January 21, 2021 - 4:17PM

The Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range All-wheel Drive Premium is better than the Tesla Model Y in three key ways. Here is why Tesla's Model Y is no longer the only game in town.

Honda Element Owners: Your Vehicle Is Under Attack

By Peter Neilson on January 21, 2021 - 2:04PM

If you thought your Honda Element was safe from catalytic converter theft, think again. Here is the story and what owners need to do about it.

Mazda CX-5 cabin air filter image by John Goreham

Never Let Your Dealer Change The Cabin Air Filter In Your Mazda CX-5 - Replace In 3 Easy Steps

By John Goreham on January 21, 2021 - 9:00AM

We show you how to quickly, easily, and inexpensively change the cabin air filter in your Mazda CX-5. This is an easy to do maintenance task you can do in under 5 minutes.

2021 Subaru Outback, features, specs, pricing

Vincentric Says Subaru Outback Is The Lowest Cost-To-Own Midsize SUV In America

By Denis Flierl on January 21, 2021 - 7:15AM

The 2021 Subaru Outback is now the Best Value Mid-Size SUV in the latest Vincentric awards. See what it means for new-car shoppers.

Surface Mount Technology Shown In Flat-Pak

Semi Shortage Batters Industry; Ford, Others Delay Some Lines

By Marc Stern on January 20, 2021 - 9:17PM

It's no secret that there is a semiconductor shortage is battering the vehicle industry. Why has it happened? When the industry shutdown last summer there suddenly seemed to be so much more capacity that semi-makers took on other work for such things as the Internet of Things and 5G communications. This story looks at the reasons.

2022 Next-Gen Toyota Tundra Fans Torn Over Engine Options

By Jeff Teague on January 20, 2021 - 4:43PM

Truck owners weigh in on 2022 Tundra powertrain specs. Their comments are passionate and surprising, to say the least.

2021 Ford Bronco Order Conversions Start Today, But Many Won’t Get Their Two or Four-Door Bronco Until 2022

By Jimmy Dinsmore on January 20, 2021 - 3:41PM

In order to get a 2021 Ford Bronco it will take the right build with the right dealer at the right time. Meanwhile Ford Motor Company encourages transparency from dealers as they communicate with their customers about the purchase of their two-door and four-door Broncos.

The Perfect Gift For The Ford Bronco, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Wrangler Owner In Your life

By John Goreham on January 20, 2021 - 1:01PM

Do you have a Ford Bronco, Jeep Gladiator, or Jeep Wrangler owner in your life? Need a great gift for them? Here is the ideal gift for soft-top owners.

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

The Newly-Refreshed Subaru Crosstrek Is Now A Finalist For Best Small SUV

By Denis Flierl on January 20, 2021 - 11:02AM

The newly-refreshed 2021 Subaru Crosstrek becomes a category finalist for Best Small Utility Vehicle for 2021.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback, 2021 Subaru Ascent

Subaru Acquires 9 Million Shares In Toyota - New Alliance Is Now Complete

By Denis Flierl on January 20, 2021 - 6:57AM

Subaru announced the completion of the acquisition of shares in Toyota. See what it means for the next-generation Forester, Outback, and Ascent models.

Remember To Park Your Hyundai Tucson Outside

By Keith Griffin on January 20, 2021 - 5:46AM

Recalls are never a good thing, especially the one for the Hyundai Tucson that says not to park your SUV indoors.

Subaru’s All-New Electric SUV Preview - 5 Things Will Make It Distinctly Subaru

By Denis Flierl on January 19, 2021 - 1:02PM

The all-new 2022 Subaru all-electric SUV is coming next year. Here's what will make it distinctly Subaru.

The 2021 Nissan GT-R Premium Returns With Character and Beautiful Performance

By Armen Hareyan on January 19, 2021 - 10:38AM

The 2020s will undoubtedly not be that of sports cars with 100% combustion engines, but the legendary Nissan GT-R returns for 2021 with high performance, new excitement, and displaying unparalleled refinement.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback

New Subaru Forester And Outback Are Now The Best SUVs For Short Drivers

By Denis Flierl on January 19, 2021 - 7:42AM

Which cars are best for shorter drivers? The 2021 Subaru Forester and Outback score top seven mainstream models, according to a new study.

Camo-covered Update of the Ford Ranger Still Shows A Lot

Ford Plans New Ranger, Ranger Raptor As 2023 Model

By Marc Stern on January 18, 2021 - 11:36PM

When the 2023 Ford Ranger and Ranger Raptor are unveiled in 2022 they will look a lot more like the F-150 than they have in the past. The new platform will be the same as that used for the Bronco. The engines will likely be the same and the transmission will be a 10-speed.

The 2021 Toyota Venza Feature You Want but May Have Trouble Getting

By Jeff Teague on January 18, 2021 - 9:55PM

Learn about the feature 2021 Venza buyers are having trouble finding – but really want and will love.

Active Drive Assist in the Mustang Mach-E

Mustang Mach-E Delays Likely Related To Software Update

By Jimmy Dinsmore on January 18, 2021 - 3:14PM

Ford’s transparency about delays has ruffled some owners’ feathers while others seem to understand. The delay is rumored to be related to a software issue, perhaps having to do with Ford’s Drive Assist 2.0 system. Similar delay occurred for 2021 Ford F-150 too.

Porsche Has Over 1,900 Prototypes And Secret Development Vehicles Hidden In Weissach

By Max Larsen on January 18, 2021 - 11:30AM

Porsche Development Centre Weissach is a high-security facility where all your current favorite Porsches, as well as unseen prototypes, are being designed and built.

2021 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro Lunar Rock front end tow capacity

How Powerful is 2021 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro?

By Jeff Teague on January 18, 2021 - 10:32AM

Is a 2021 Tundra TRD Pro powerful enough? We evaluate many factors to determine Tundra toughness.

RAV4 Hybrid image courtesy of Toyota media support

RAV4 Hybrid Fuel Tank Issue Fixed By Toyota Program - UPDATE! Class Action Settlement

By John Goreham on January 18, 2021 - 8:53AM

Multiple RAV4 Hybrid owners have reported that the fuel tank refill issue is now resolved following a fix by Toyota’s dealers. Here’s what owners of RAV4 Hyrbids are reporting.

2022 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation STI

Why New Microchip Shortage Affects Next-Generation Subaru WRX And STI Most

By Denis Flierl on January 18, 2021 - 7:41AM

Subaru shut down its plants in Japan and Lafayette, Indiana, due to the global microchip shortage. See why it could affect its next-generation 2022 WRX and 2022 WRX STI performance cars most.

How 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Looks at Night (with Video)

By Jeff Teague on January 17, 2021 - 4:47PM

What does 2021 RAV4 Hybrid look like at night with buttons, controls and lighting? Included video and pictures give you a closer look.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback

Subaru Scores 6 New Cars And SUVs With The Best Brakes - It's Not WRX Or BRZ

By Denis Flierl on January 17, 2021 - 8:11AM

See how Subaru cars and SUVs score in braking tests. Six models score better than average, but it’s not the WRX or BRZ.

How Comfortable is 2021 Toyota Venza? New Owners Speak Out

By Jeff Teague on January 16, 2021 - 12:59PM

We asked new owners of 2021 Venza about comfort in their new rides. Their answers were eye-opening.

Consumer Reports - No Gas For Toyota RAV4 Prime Over 800 Miles In Testing

By John Goreham on January 16, 2021 - 11:24AM

In an extended test, one Consumer Reports tester explained why he never had to add gas to the RAV4 Prime Plug-in hybrid over many weeks and 800 miles.

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