Automotive News (Page 371)

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.

Subaru Crosstrek, Honda HR-V, Or Toyota C-HR? There Are Two Models You Should Avoid

By Denis Flierl on October 9, 2020 - 6:02AM

In the subcompact SUV segment, shoppers have options like the 2021 Toyota C-HR, 2021 Honda HR-V, and 2021 Subaru Crosstrek. Which model is best?

2020 Subaru Ascent, New Subaru SUV, 3-Row SUV, best family 3-Row SUV

2021 Subaru Ascent Comes With One New Tech Feature Everybody Wants

By Denis Flierl on October 8, 2020 - 3:12PM

The 2021 Subaru Ascent arrives at Subaru retailers now. Check out one new technology feature everyone wants.

2020 Acura MDX PMC edition image by John Goreham

Acura’s 2020 MDX PMC Edition Is Special In Important Ways

By John Goreham on October 8, 2020 - 2:06PM

We had a chance to sample the Acura’s special edition MDX crossover and found much to like about it.

Nissan Follows Tesla Driving Automation Across Lineup

Nissan Follows Tesla In Announcing Partial Driving Automation Standard On Every Car

By Paul Fosse on October 8, 2020 - 12:01PM

I this article I'll explain Nissan's announcement and what it means to consumers and the rest of the industry.

5 Things to Know About 2021 Toyota Tundra Before You Buy

By Jeff Teague on October 8, 2020 - 9:38AM

Here are 5 important things you should know about 2021 Tundra before buying, including new trim levels and colors.

2021 Honda Ridgeline Pickup image by Honda media support

Honda Shows Off Tougher-Looking 2021 Ridgeline Pickup

By John Goreham on October 8, 2020 - 8:49AM

The Honda Ridgeline has a reputation among truck fans as being a bit soft. Honda aims to change that with new styling.

All-New Subaru Crosstrek Limited - First Look And Who Should Buy It

By Denis Flierl on October 8, 2020 - 6:19AM

The first 2021 Subaru Crosstrek models are arriving at retailers now. Check out the first look as we drive the more powerful Crosstrek Limited trim.

Elon Musk Suggests Tesla Model Y From GigaBerlin Might Have 474 Mile Range

By Tinsae Aregay on October 7, 2020 - 3:48PM

According to a tweet by Elon Musk, GigaBerlin Model Y will come with the new 4680 cells, front & rear body single piece casting, and structural battery pack. This possibly gives the new vehicle a 474 mile range.

2020 Ford Mustang High Performance 2.3 in Grabber Lime

2.3L High Performance Engine Makes 4 Cylinders Feel Like 8 Cylinders In Ford Mustang

By Jimmy Dinsmore on October 7, 2020 - 3:01PM

High Performance Package provides entry-level Mustang buyers the first EcoBoost engine powered by Ford Performance to deliver a projected 330 horsepower and 350 lb.-ft. of torque – the most powerful four-cylinder sports car offered by an American automaker. It’s even more attention grabbing in special colors like Grabber Lime.

IT Team Foils Tesla Sabotage Leading To Employee Confession

By Armen Hareyan on October 7, 2020 - 9:48AM

2021 Subaru Forester fuel-mileage, features, specs

2021 Subaru Forester Real-World Fuel Mileage And Why There’s No Hybrid

By Denis Flierl on October 7, 2020 - 8:44AM

Does the 2021 Subaru Forester get good fuel mileage? Among small SUVs with all-wheel-drive, how does the Forester compare with the competition?

Norway Tesla Sales Results Show A Market Hungry For More Model 3 Cars

By Paul Fosse on October 7, 2020 - 1:19AM

When the sales results for Norway (the world's leading EV market by adoption percentage) came out, Tesla detractors saw Tesla's 5th place sales a sign of weakness, is there something else going on?

India's Invitation Is an Opportunity for Tesla Not a Threat

By Armen Hareyan on October 6, 2020 - 5:42PM

There May Be More Procedures Against Tesla Giga Berlin

By Armen Hareyan on October 6, 2020 - 5:38PM

While Subaru Runs In High Gear - The Aging Impreza Sedan And Hatch Run Out Of Gas

By Denis Flierl on October 6, 2020 - 3:05PM

The 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, 2021 Crosstrek, and Ascent all posted gains last month, but the Subaru Impreza is running out of gas. Here’s what the compact car needs for the 2022 model change.

Ford Put Hybrid F-150 Through Rigorous Tests In Real-World Conditions, Simulating 10 Years Of Use

By Jimmy Dinsmore on October 6, 2020 - 2:50PM

New PowerBoost hybrid technology put to the test by Ford engineers to show that a hybrid pickup can be Built Ford Tough. A special laboratory test rig was specifically built to abuse the 1.5-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery used in the PowerBoost system, simulating 10 years of pummeling in just 82 hours.

2021 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary Edition Celebrates a Decade of Luxury

By Patrick Rall on October 6, 2020 - 2:27PM

The 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary Edition celebrates a decade of luxury pickups with a southwestern theme by offering a truck with more premium features that you will find on any competitor's vehicles.

Nissan leaf image courtesy of Nissan Media Support

Tesla Is the Second Most Popular Used EV - Here's Why The Nissan Leaf Beats It In Most EV-Target States

By John Goreham on October 6, 2020 - 9:16AM

Tesla's Model S is the second most popular used electric vehicle in America behind the Nissan Leaf. We break down where the Model S is the most popular and where the leaf leads in used EV sales. One hint: California is a surprise.

New 2021 Toyota Camry Safety Upgrades Will Save Lives

By Jeff Teague on October 6, 2020 - 8:51AM

2021 Camry is not the only popular Toyota model now equipped with these brand-new safety upgrades. Guess what others have it?

Subaru broke a Guinness world record for largest parade of cars

Subaru Just Broke A Guinness World Record For The Largest Parade Of Cars

By Denis Flierl on October 6, 2020 - 7:16AM

At Subiefest, Subaru broke a Guinness world record for the largest parade of one brand's cars. See how many Subaru fans showed up to make it happen.

Tesla in Talks with Indonesia and Canada for Nickel Mining And Possibly New Factory

By Tinsae Aregay on October 5, 2020 - 3:54PM

According to reports, Tesla is in talks with the Indonesian government and Canadian companies to secure nickel mining agreements and possibly open a new factory.

Dodge Challenger is the Bestselling Two-Door in America for 2020 Q3

By Patrick Rall on October 5, 2020 - 2:58PM

The Dodge Challenger has proven to be the most popular sporty two-door in the U.S. market for the months of July, August and September 2020, leading the Ford Mustang and Chevy Camaro in the segment, along with the rest of the coupes outside of the muscle car/pony car world.

All-Electric Ford F-150 Could Have Range to Rival Tesla Cybertruck Thanks To Patented Technology

By Jimmy Dinsmore on October 5, 2020 - 2:42PM

A patent filed by Ford shows that a generator can extend the range of the all-electric Ford F-150. Toolbox-sized generator could be range extender. Ford proclaims the 2022 electric F-150 will be the most powerful truck they’ve ever built.

RI Tesla Owner and ACLU Fight For Vanity Plate That Says FKGAS

By John Goreham on October 5, 2020 - 1:44PM

In a move that brings into play the U.S. Constitutionality of limiting speech on vanity plates, one Tesla owner is so far ahead of the State of Rhode Island.

A Before And After View Of Demand AT Beijing Auto Show

Tesla China Demand Is Higher Than Ever In Beijing After Model 3 Price Cuts

By Guillaume Humbert on October 5, 2020 - 1:39PM

Tesla has seen a large rise in sales after introducing some price cuts for Model 3 in China. The Beijing auto show reveals that demand is extraordinarily high.

Tesla Model 3 and Honda Clarity Charging image by John Goreham

Toyota Can Follow Up RAV4 Prime's Record-Breaking Launch Success By Following Tesla Model 3 or Honda Clarity’s Example

By John Goreham on October 5, 2020 - 12:08PM

The Toyota RAV4 Prime has had one of the highest-volume initial launches in green vehicle history. Will Toyota follow through, or let the vehicle fade into obscurity?