Automotive News (Page 379)

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.

Toyota RAV4 Prime image courtesy of Toyota media support

2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime: Explaining The Paddles On the Steering Wheel

By John Goreham on September 7, 2020 - 11:44AM

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle has paddle shifters on the steering wheel. Here’s what they do, and more importantly, don’t do.

VW Chairman Herbert Diess and Tesla CEO Elon Musk after test-driving VW ID.3

Herbert Diess on Elon Musk's ID.3 Test Drive: "No Deal in The Making"

By Armen Hareyan on September 7, 2020 - 11:02AM

Today Volkswagen shared the video of Tesla CEO Elon Musk's ID.3 test-drive with VW chairman Herbert Diess. Musk and Diess talk about ID.3's acceleration and the battery pack, but something much bigger is happening there. Here is the full transcript of their conversation. Just a few moments ago Herbert Diess wrote a comment under his post clarifying that it was just a test-drive and no cooperation or deal in the making.

Choosing a Rental Car At the Airport - Try The Chevy Impala

By John Goreham on September 7, 2020 - 10:22AM

If you prefer a sedan and are trying to pick a rental car at the airport, give the Chevrolet Impala a try. You won’t regret it.

The One Feature 2021 Toyota 4Runner Needs but Does Not Have

By Jeff Teague on September 7, 2020 - 9:03AM

Updates are coming to the 2021 Toyota 4Runner. One feature should have been included but was left out.

New Subaru Outback Sales Drop Like A Rock - It's Being Upstaged By The Substantial Ascent

By Denis Flierl on September 7, 2020 - 7:53AM

The 2020 Subaru Outback came with a complete redesign, but it's slipping in sales. Could the Ascent family hauler be the reason?

User Uploads Preferences for Mustange Mach-e

Mustang Mach-E Offers Over-The-Air Setup Even Before Delivery

By Marc Stern on September 6, 2020 - 3:08PM

When you think about it, remote setup does makes sense. That's why Ford's Mustang Mach-E will allow owners to set up their vehicles before they even take delivery. The setup strings will be stored in the cloud and saved to the Mach-E via Sync 4.

How The Hot New Subaru Crosstrek Could Quickly Pass The Redesigned Outback

By Denis Flierl on September 6, 2020 - 7:48AM

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek could become the second best selling SUV in the lineup. See how it's well-positioned to pass the newly-redesigned 2021 Outback.

Hyundai Palisade Continues to Sell Like Crazy

By Kevin Meyn on September 5, 2020 - 11:18PM

Despite the Hyundai Palisade being one of Hyundai’s most expensive products, it still sells like crazy.

New Tesla Semi Spotted in San Jose Testing with a Trailer

By Armen Hareyan on September 5, 2020 - 6:54PM

Tesla Sales In Europe: Why Q2 Was Weak and Why I Expect a Rebound In Q3 and Q4

By Paul Fosse on September 5, 2020 - 1:44PM

This article explains why Tesla's second quarter sales were so weak and why I expect them to rebound strongly in the 3rd and 4th quarters. I also talk about Tesla's plans for next year.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback

The Complete 2021 Subaru New Model Preview And Shopping Guide

By Denis Flierl on September 5, 2020 - 10:39AM

Check out all 2021 Subaru models here. The complete shopping guide for 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent, Impreza, Legacy, WRX, WRX STI, and BRZ vehicles.

New Spotting Of Red Tesla Semi Signals Possible Beginning of Volume Production Process

By Guillaume Humbert on September 5, 2020 - 10:19AM

Yesterday, there was a new spotting of a Tesla Semi and it could mean the start of volume production soon. Here is our take on the event.

Jeep Puts Competitors on Notice: Grand Wagoneer Will Take on the Best of the Best

By Mary Conway on September 4, 2020 - 10:32PM

Jeep unveils its Grand Wagoneer as a plug-in hybrid but the production version will be a luxury model designed to challenge BMW, Lincoln and Cadillac.

2000 Toyota Prius First Generation Green

How The Toyota Prius Changed The Taxi Industry For The Better

By Peter Neilson on September 4, 2020 - 7:50PM

Prius has been one of the most influential cars in the past 20 years. Even more so it has changed the way we get around.

2021 Subaru Impreza pricing, features and specs

Meet The 2021 Subaru Impreza - One Trim Level Is Still The Best Value

By Denis Flierl on September 4, 2020 - 5:18PM

Check out 2021 Subaru Impreza pricing and upgrades. The compact car gets a $100 price increase across all trim levels and is still offered with standard all-wheel-drive.

Lucid Air vs Tesla in Terms of Performance

By Armen Hareyan on September 4, 2020 - 2:29PM

Elon Musk And VW Chairman Talk About The Future Of Electrification In Both Companies

By Guillaume Humbert on September 4, 2020 - 1:22PM

Yesterday, while in Germany, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, met with a Chairman of Volkswagen. Elon even test drove the Volkswagen electric vehicle, was previewed the ID.3 and ID.4. Here is how the meeting went.

VW Unveils ID.4 Interior Inspired by Tesla Model 3

By Armen Hareyan on September 4, 2020 - 12:06PM

2021 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack Shaker Widebody

Dodge Challenger Scat Pack Shaker, T/A 392 Offered in Widebody Form for 2021

By Patrick Rall on September 4, 2020 - 10:30AM

The 2021 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack Shaker and the T/A 392 models get added grip for launching and cornering with the widebody package, which includes significantly wider rubber and unique suspension tuning.

Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 prototype drag racing

Electrified Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 Prototype Runs The Quarter Mile In 8.27 Seconds

By Jimmy Dinsmore on September 4, 2020 - 9:45AM

All-electric prototype Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 will make first public appearance and first public run at NHRA U.S. Nationals this weekend. Ford Performance collaborated with Cascadia Motion to power the Cobra Jet 1400 which continues to exceed expectations with blazing, electrified performance.

2020 Subaru Forester, 2020 Subaru Crosstrek

Subaru Crosstrek And Forester - The Most Reliable And Fuel-Stingy SUVs Under $30,000

By Denis Flierl on September 4, 2020 - 8:52AM

Are the 2020 Subaru Forester and 2020 Crosstrek reliable vehicles? How fuel-efficient are they? A report by Consumers Reports says they are best in class.

All-New 2021 Hyundai Tucson Teased

By Kevin Meyn on September 3, 2020 - 10:41PM

We get a glimpse as to how the new Hyundai Tucson will look. Judging from the pictures so far, it seems pretty unreal.

More About the Subaru Evoltis EV

By Armen Hareyan on September 3, 2020 - 9:53PM

Ford Resets Deadlines For Customers Touched by Disaster

By Marc Stern on September 3, 2020 - 4:53PM

After setting up a program that helps those Ford customers feeling the effects of the coronavirus, the carmaker is now helping those buyers who are feeling the effects of the pandemic shorter term.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaking to reporters at Giga Berlin on Thursday September 3, 2020

Musk: "I Gotta Go, I Gotta Look at The Factory," Full Interview

By Armen Hareyan on September 3, 2020 - 3:24PM

This afternoon Tesla CEO Elon Musk visited Giga Berlin on his visit to Germany, praised the construction progress and announced new innovations for the location and for the Model Y electric crossover that is going to be produced at Tesla's first European Gigafactory, located in Grunheide, not too far from Berlin.

7.3-liter V8 Engine Just One Of The Many Things That Shows Why Nothing Beats the 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty

By Jimmy Dinsmore on September 3, 2020 - 1:43PM

Many truck buyers should opt for the Ford F-250 Super Duty over the popular F-150. If the F-150 is the every day/every person truck, then the Super Duty is the working man’s truck. Ford F-250 has many new features for 2020 beyond just 7.3-liter V8.

Subaru Says Goodbye To The All-New Legacy In Australia - Will The US Be Next?

By Denis Flierl on September 3, 2020 - 12:32PM

Subaru has decided to drop the 2021 Legacy sedan in Australia because of slow sales. Will the North American market be next?

Elon Musk States That European Model Y Will Undergo Core Redesign And More

By Guillaume Humbert on September 3, 2020 - 12:08PM

Today while visiting Giga Berlin, Elon Musk shared some important Tesla news and made breaking announcements about Giga Berlin, transformation to sustainable energy, Battery Day and the German-made Model Y.

Your 2020 Toyota RAV4 May Have Remote Engine Start – and You Might Not Even Know

By Jeff Teague on September 3, 2020 - 9:33AM

Learn how to tell if your 2020 RAV4 comes with remote engine start.

2020 Subaru WRX STI, new STI, 2020 Subaru WRX, pricing, specs, features

The Hot Subaru WRX And STI Take Most Speeding Tickets Of Any Car Title Again

By Denis Flierl on September 3, 2020 - 7:46AM

The Subaru WRX and STI performance cars reclaim the title for the most speeding tickets of any vehicle in North America. Check out the unlikely Subaru model that's number three on the list.

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