Automotive News (Page 376)

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.

U.K. Ford Transit Nugget; it's a strong camping concept

Custom Transit Van Popular In The U.K., Could It Be Popular Here?

By Marc Stern on September 18, 2020 - 6:44PM

With vacations slowed to "staycations," and with those who do go on the road using custom vans, is it any wonder that Ford is having success with its Transit Custom Nuggets? It is primarily in the U.K. It would make sense for Custom Transit vans to make their debut here.

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

How Safe Are New Subaru SUVs? They Now Offer 2 Of The 5 Best Back Seat Safety Features

By Denis Flierl on September 18, 2020 - 2:39PM

Subaru leads the auto industry in-car safety features but falls short if you are in the back seat. See how the 2021 Subaru Forester, Ascent, and Outback are playing catch-up with other brands.

Tesla To Allow Independent European Body Shopw To Provide Official Tesla Service

By Armen Hareyan on September 18, 2020 - 1:37PM

One of Tesla's current energy storage plants in SA

Tesla Helps The UK Store Energy With Battery Megapacks

By Guillaume Humbert on September 18, 2020 - 1:33PM

Tesla has been implementing its large scale battery storage solution "Megapack" in the UK.

Third Ram Built to Serve Edition Celebrates the US Air Force 73rd Birthday

By Patrick Rall on September 18, 2020 - 1:19PM

The newest Ram 1500 Built to Serve package was announced this week, coinciding with the 73rd birthday of the United States Air Force, and this limited edition package is outfitted to pay tribute to the American airmen.

How Tesla Is Building Giga Berlin and Who Is In Charge

By Armen Hareyan on September 18, 2020 - 10:33AM

Ford factory rendering courtesy of Ford media support

How a Tariff That Began In 1963 Helped Protect America’s Second Most Valuable Product - The Ford F-Series Pickup

By John Goreham on September 18, 2020 - 9:51AM

The impact on America's economy from the duty-protected made-in-America Ford F-Series is staggering.

2021 Subaru WRX STI, new Subaru WRX, next-generation WRX STI

Subaru WRX And STI Are Still The Hot Models Among All Compact Sports Cars

By Denis Flierl on September 18, 2020 - 8:50AM

The 2020 Subaru WRX and STI remain the best-selling models among all compact sports cars. See how the two sports cars felt less impact because of the COVID-19 global pandemic.

Tesla 2025 Pricing Predictions Made Possible By Battery and Manufacturing Advances

By Paul Fosse on September 18, 2020 - 8:04AM

In this article, I’ll discuss some of the 2025 predictions my friend Warren Redlich made in a recent video. These predictions are based on his expectations for Tesla Battery Day next week.

Hyundai Is Accelerating Its Hydrogen Fuel Cell Strategy

By Kevin Meyn on September 17, 2020 - 8:12PM

Hyundai announced that it would ship hydrogen fuel cell systems to Europe and Hyundai’s goals go far beyond merely zero-emissions vehicles.

How Far is Lucid Motors' Factory From Producing Lucid Air

By Armen Hareyan on September 17, 2020 - 4:58PM

Prices of Tesla May Drop By $10K by 2022 Due To Battery Advances

By Armen Hareyan on September 17, 2020 - 1:03PM

Mazda CX-30 Turbo courtesy of Mazda media support

Mazda’s 2021 CX-30 2.5 Turbo Resets the Performance Bar In the Small Crossover Segment

By John Goreham on September 17, 2020 - 11:55AM

320 lb-ft of torque in a small crossover? Yes, please!

2021 Subaru Impreza pricing, features and specs

Subaru Announced New Impreza STI Sport And Hybrid Models You Won’t See In The US

By Denis Flierl on September 17, 2020 - 11:26AM

Check out two new 2021 Subaru Impreza models that are coming to Japan. See why they won’t make it to North America.

Hyundai solar roof image courtesy of Hyundai media support

Only Half of Green Vehicle Owners Want a Vehicle With a Solar Roof

By John Goreham on September 17, 2020 - 10:37AM

We conducted polls of green vehicle owners and found to our surprise that only about half would want a solar roof that adds 2 miles of electric driving range per day.

2021 Ford F-150 Built Ford Tough Campaign

Ford Begins Assembly Of 2021 Ford F-150, Breaks Ground On Electric Vehicle Plant At Rouge Center

By Jimmy Dinsmore on September 17, 2020 - 10:28AM

14th-generation of Ford F-150 goes on sale in November. All electric F-150 comes to market in 2022 and will be built at historic Rouge Complex.

Musk Says Roadrunner Battery Will Be "Very Insane"

By Armen Hareyan on September 17, 2020 - 10:27AM

Subaru Upgrades The New Forester Sport's Towing Capacity - It’s Better But Not Enough

By Denis Flierl on September 17, 2020 - 7:09AM

The 2021 Subaru Forester gets a new upgrade. See how much it adds to its towing capacity and why it needs to be more.

2022 Tesla Model 3 Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP)

Tesla 2022 Pricing Predictions Made Possible By Battery Advances

By Paul Fosse on September 16, 2020 - 11:18PM

In this news report I am discussing some of the predictions my friend Warren Redlich about the 2022 Tesla pricing, made in a recent video. These predictions are based on his expectations for Tesla Battery Day next week.

Giga Texas May Have a Boring Company Tunnel

By Armen Hareyan on September 16, 2020 - 6:11PM

Tesla HW3 Retroffitng Underway for European Model 3 and Huge Order of Heat Pumps

By Armen Hareyan on September 16, 2020 - 6:09PM

A Closer Look at the New Interior Tech in the Ram TRX and Other 2021 Ram Trucks

By Patrick Rall on September 16, 2020 - 4:02PM

The 2021 Ram 1500 TRX features interior technology that hasn’t been offered before on an FCA vehicle including a heads-up display, a digital rearview mirror and the Trailer Reverse Steer Control system, all of which are likely to travel to other Ram trucks in the near future.

Ford 5.2-liter V8 engine, Voodoo/Predator

8 Cylinder Future: Ford Will Continue V8s For The Foreseeable Future

By Jimmy Dinsmore on September 16, 2020 - 3:40PM

With three stout V8 engines in the Ford lineup, 8-cylinder fans have plenty to choose from. And despite current trends, V8 engines aren’t going away anytime soon, according to Ford.

2021 Subaru Ascent, pricing, features, specs

You Won’t Believe Where Subaru Sells A Surprising Number Of The New Ascent SUVs

By Denis Flierl on September 16, 2020 - 2:27PM

You would think Subaru sells the most Ascent family haulers in cold-weather states. A new report shows the 2021 Subaru Ascent is hot in the warm Sunbelt.

Why The Tesla Community Is Wholesome For Most, But Toxic For Some

By Guillaume Humbert on September 16, 2020 - 12:46PM

A dive into the different actors inside the Tesla Community, and how they affect how the company is viewed.

RAV4 Prime image courtesy of Toyota media support

EVs Like Toyota’s RAV4 Prime and Hyundai Tucson PHEV Being Slowed Down By The U.S. Election Cycle

By John Goreham on September 16, 2020 - 8:12AM

Every manufacturer from GM to Tesla to Toyota seems to be slow-walking new electric vehicle models. Could the reason be tied to uncertain price supports for electric vehicles?

2012-2018 Forester, 2015-2019 Outback, and 2015-2019 Legacy models

A New Second Lawsuit Now Claims Subaru Forester And Outback Can Suddenly Accelerate

By Denis Flierl on September 16, 2020 - 7:16AM

There is now a second sudden acceleration lawsuit concerning newer Subaru Forester, Outback, and Legacy models. What should customers do if they have experienced sudden and unintended acceleration?

Tesla and the Lego Principle of Building Giga Berlin Gigafactory

By Armen Hareyan on September 15, 2020 - 10:59PM

Chinese Automaker Builds Ford F-150 Raptor Ripoff

By Marc Stern on September 15, 2020 - 6:20PM

If there's one thing you can be sure of it is that you will find ripoffs in China. The latest blatant theft from Ford is based on the automaker's F-150 Raptor. Instead, its Chinese builder has tried to hide it behind the name Da Jiang Jun. It seems exotic but it's not. It stands for "The Big General." However, we think you might find it about a second lieutenant, at best.

Hyundai Will Challenge Toyota's RAV4 Prime With Tucson PHEV in 2021

By John Goreham on September 15, 2020 - 4:39PM

The all-new 2022 Hyundai Tucson will include a plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle trim. Here's what we know so far.

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