Automotive News (Page 373)

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.

Ford Explorer Gains IIHS Top Safety Pick +

By Marc Stern on September 30, 2020 - 2:54PM

Ford's Explorer has gained a top honor from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The popular Ford SUV has won a Top Safety Pick + honor.

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

New Subaru Forester Is The Only SUV Under $26,000 Rated To Last At Least 15 Years

By Denis Flierl on September 30, 2020 - 2:01PM

Is the Subaru Forester reliable? A new study shows the 2021 Subaru Forester is the best Compact SUV under $26,000 for value and reliability.

In Volkswagen’s Move To Go Electric Lamborghini And Bugatti Might Get The Axe

By Tinsae Aregay on September 30, 2020 - 10:07AM

Volkswagen's plans to move to an electric future is causing a shake up in the company. Now a report citing unnamed VW executives puts the future of its Lamborghini and Bugatti Brands in doubt.

The New Subaru Crosstrek Gets A Power Upgrade - Its Next Big Move Is A Turbo

By Denis Flierl on September 30, 2020 - 8:51AM

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek arrives with a new 2.5-liter engine upgrade with more power. Subaru's next big move is to bring a turbocharged engine.

2020 Nissan Leaf's Driving Experience and 3rd Party Charging

By Armen Hareyan on September 29, 2020 - 11:23PM

All-New Genesis GV70 SUV – A Perfect EV Candidate

By Kevin Meyn on September 29, 2020 - 10:52PM

The new Genesis GV70 SUV just got released, and this could be the vehicle to bring Genesis to the mainstream. I also think this is the perfect vehicle for Genesis to turn into an EV.

3 Threats That Could Shut Down Prius And Other Hybrid Production Permanently

By Peter Neilson on September 29, 2020 - 10:38PM

Prius is one of my favorite cars. The thing is so was the model T 100 years ago. Technology advancements are going to mean something drasitc. Read here on how I know history will repeat itself and hybrids are going to be a thing of the past.

Ron Capps wins with his Dodge Charger at the Gatornationals

Don Schumacher Dodge Charger Funny Cars Make It 10-Straight

By Patrick Rall on September 29, 2020 - 3:56PM

Ron Capps drove his Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat funny car to his second win on the season, continuing Don Schumacher Racing’s class winning streak that dates back to last season.

2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec Offers Good Value For Luxury SUV Shoppers

By Denis Flierl on September 29, 2020 - 3:03PM

The Acura RDX proves you don't have to spend a ton of money to get a well-rounded small luxury SUV. Check out the full review here.

Tesla will start refining lithium at tera texas

Tesla Is Bringing A Lithium Hydroxide Refinery To Tera Texas Making It The First Automaker To Start Lithium Refining

By Guillaume Humbert on September 29, 2020 - 1:42PM

Tesla is to construct a plant at Giga Texas that will convert solumene into lithium for its batteries. Here are the details.

2021 Subaru Outback, pricing, features, specs

The Subaru Outback’s Split Personality - Family Hauler Or Best Off-Road SUV

By Denis Flierl on September 29, 2020 - 11:40AM

In year two, after its complete redesign, the 2021 Subaru Outback has two different personalities. Which one describes the wagon best?

Why The Tire Pressure Warning System Light In Your Ford F-150 Is On and How To Make It Go Out

By John Goreham on September 29, 2020 - 11:05AM

If you have a Ford F-150 with the tire pressure warning light on, here is what to do and why it came on.

Honda CR-V image by John Goreham. Insert courtesy of Honda

Why The Tire Pressure Monitoring System Light In Your Honda CR-V Is On and How To Make It Go Out

By John Goreham on September 29, 2020 - 10:18AM

If you have a Honda CR-V with the low tire pressure warning light on, here is what to do and why it came on.

2021 Ford F-150 Has Most Torque Of Any F-150 Ever And Has Max Tow Rating of 14,000

By Jimmy Dinsmore on September 29, 2020 - 8:15AM

Hybrid powertrain creates 570 lb.-ft. of torque. Optional 5.0-liter V8 and 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 see increases to both power and torque. Popular 3.5-liter Ecoboost has maximum towing of 14,000 pounds and maximum payload of 3,250, making it best in light-duty truck segment.

Your Next New Subaru With EyeSight Will Have High-Tech LiDAR

By Denis Flierl on September 29, 2020 - 7:26AM

Subaru will now use high-tech LiDAR for the new 2022 Forester and other models with next-generation EyeSight. See how it benefits customers.

Tesla & Industry Sales Estimates, Model Y Pictured

Elon Musk Tweets Tesla & Industry 6 Year Goals

By Paul Fosse on September 29, 2020 - 1:34AM

In this article, I will discuss Elon Musk's Tweet about Tesla's future production plans and my thoughts on Electric Vehicle growth over the next 6 years.

Recall Issued For 2020 Ford Mustang Over Brake Issue

By Jimmy Dinsmore on September 28, 2020 - 2:29PM

NHTSA issues recall for more than 38,000 Ford Mustangs due to brake issue. Ford was made aware of six separate issues regarding failure of brakes in some 2020 models.

Elon Musk: New Batteries With Pure Nickel Cathode Already powering Tesla Cars

By Tinsae Aregay on September 28, 2020 - 2:15PM

Elon Musk says Tesla’s new 4680 cells have already been powering prototypes for months. Tesla to only produce pure nickel cathode batteries initially.

2020 Avalon TRD Review - So Close To Perfect

By John Goreham on September 28, 2020 - 1:51PM

We test the 2020 Toyota Avalon TRD and find that it is literally three features from perfect.

Tesla China Is Growing At Lightning Speed With Very Large Amounts Of Infrastructure Being Built Weekly

By Guillaume Humbert on September 28, 2020 - 1:25PM

Tesla has been moving very fast in China, building many new structures that will help with advertising and sales.

Toyota Prius Image courtesy of Toyota media services

Why The Tire Pressure Warning System Light In Your Toyota Prius Is On and How To Make It Go Out

By John Goreham on September 28, 2020 - 11:56AM

If you have a Toyota Prius with the tire pressure warning light on, here is what to do and why it came on.

Toyota RAV4 TPWS Image courtesy of Toyota Media Support

Why The Tire Pressure Warning System Light In Your Toyota RAV4 Is On and How To Make It Go Out

By John Goreham on September 28, 2020 - 10:27AM

If you have a Toyota RAV4 with the tire pressure monitoring system warning light on, here is what to do and why it came on.

Big Battery Lithium Deal Between Tesla and Tiny Piedmont Lithium

By Armen Hareyan on September 28, 2020 - 10:18AM

Musk Says New Batteries Are Already in Cars for Tests

By Armen Hareyan on September 28, 2020 - 10:17AM

Subaru Forester Wins SUV Of The Year Award - What It Means For New Car Shoppers

By Denis Flierl on September 28, 2020 - 9:47AM

Before the 2021 Subaru Forester arrives next month, the 2020 model scores a global SUV of the Year award. Should you put Forester on your SUV shopping list?

Hyundai Tempts Us with Racecars & Supercars, So We Accept the Future of EVs

By Kevin Meyn on September 27, 2020 - 12:07PM

Hyundai released its latest electric racecar known as the RM20e. Hyundai has been working on electric race cars for years now, but a future of EVs might be difficult for some enthusiasts to swallow. Can this new race car persuade you to accept EVs?

3 Reasons Why New Subaru Crosstrek Gets The Best Road Test Scores Of Any Small SUV

By Denis Flierl on September 27, 2020 - 8:17AM

What is the best small SUV? According to Consumer Reports, the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek is best overall and number one in its road test scores.

When Tesla Will Make 1 Million Cars at Giga Shanghai Yearly

By Armen Hareyan on September 27, 2020 - 12:41AM

Elon Calls the Q3 Tesla's Toughest Quarter in Global Logistics

By Armen Hareyan on September 27, 2020 - 12:09AM

Elon Musk on Tesla Battery Day Presentation

Elon Musk Thanks Tesla Team for Deliveries and For The Toughest Quarter

By Tinsae Aregay on September 26, 2020 - 10:28PM

In a tweet sent out a few hours ago, Elon Musk thanked the Tesla team for their great work on deliveries. In the tweet, Elon Musk also thanked owners for being accommodating and calls this quarter their toughest in global logistics.

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