Automotive News (Page 389)

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.

Down But Not Out - 5 Ways The New Subaru Outback Is Unlike Any SUV In A Sameness Car World

By Denis Flierl on September 14, 2020 - 9:05AM

The 2021 Subaru Outback is down, but it's not out as a popular all-wheel-drive vehicle. See where it's the best off-road vehicle of the year for the seventh time.

Fremont Possibly Testing 1st Tesla Model Ys With Single Piece Rear Casting

By Armen Hareyan on September 14, 2020 - 8:51AM

Breaking news: Ford Introduces 2021 Ranger Tremor Off-Road Package

By Jimmy Dinsmore on September 14, 2020 - 8:51AM

New Tremor Off-Road Package available on 2021 Ranger creates the most off-road-ready factory-built Ranger ever offered in the U.S., adding a new level of all-terrain capability without sacrificing the everyday drivability, payload and towing capacity Ranger owners expect. Package pricing is $4,290 MSRP. 2021 Rangers equipped with the Tremor Off-Road Package will be built at Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan, with production slated to begin early next year.

Elon Musk: Many Exciting Things To Be Revealed At Battery Day

By Tinsae Aregay on September 14, 2020 - 6:49AM

With Tesla's Battery Day fast approaching, we take a deep dive on all the groundbreaking things to be announced on September 22nd.

2021 Subaru Outback Vs An SUV - What It Isn’t And How It Matches Up

By Denis Flierl on September 12, 2020 - 1:22PM

How does the 2021 Subaru Outback compare with an SUV? See why the Outback might be a better fit than a bigger SUV.

Map of existing and coming soon Tesla Superchargers in Europe

Breaking: Tesla Europe Offers Free Supercharging To Any EV

By Paul Fosse on September 12, 2020 - 12:11PM

In this article, I’ll cover how Tesla is offering free supercharging to any EV owner in Europe that has a CCS2 plug at selected superchargers in Europe. I’ll describe why they are doing that and how I expect this to evolve as Tesla greatly grows their market share in Europe over the next few years.

Ford's Bronco Brand Plans Its Own Version Of The Raptor

By Marc Stern on September 12, 2020 - 7:39AM

Everyone wants a version of the Ford Raptor, it is a solid off-roader that will let you get out and bushwhack with ease. And, with colder weather coming up, it will also handle getting started in heavy doses of the white stuff. Look for the Bronco Raptor in 2023.

Tesla Giga Berlin Makes Preparations For Solar Power Installation

By Guillaume Humbert on September 12, 2020 - 6:01AM

The latest Tesla Giga Berlin updates show some preparation for the installation of solar power solutions

How Much Made-in-Giga-Berlin Model Y May Cost

By Armen Hareyan on September 11, 2020 - 4:01PM

40K People May Work at Tesla Giga Berlin

By Armen Hareyan on September 11, 2020 - 3:58PM

Tesla May Soon Get The Final Permit for Giga Berlin

By Armen Hareyan on September 11, 2020 - 3:56PM

Breaking News: Petition To Get Manual Transmission On Sasquatch Trim Of 2021 Ford Bronco Works

By Jimmy Dinsmore on September 11, 2020 - 2:48PM

Power to the people! Ford will give manual transmission to the Sasquatch package of any 2021 Ford Bronco. Petition started must’ve worked as Ford concedes. Here’s what else we have petitioned or would like to petition to see changed at the Blue Oval.

Cat security is now being distributed by LA entrepreneur

Thriving LA Entrepreneur Signs Deal With Cat Security™ To Help Protect Toyota Prius Owners

By Peter Neilson on September 11, 2020 - 2:44PM

As Cat Security™ starts gaining traction, a Los Angeles entrepreneur seizes the moment to help in the battle of catalytic converter theft.

Brandenburg Unable To Meet Large Workforce Demand From Tesla Giga Berlin

By Guillaume Humbert on September 11, 2020 - 1:31PM

Tesla Giga Berlin will employ so many workers that demand won't be able to be met locally, here are the details.

Reinventing Classic Cars With A Modern Day Mash Up

By Jimmy Dinsmore on September 11, 2020 - 1:04PM

Car insurance aggregating company renders mashed up, wacky versions of classic cars. The end result is interesting and at times appalling.

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

Will Monica Lewinsky Buy A Subaru Or Tesla? Check Out Elon Musk's Offer And Subaru’s Reply

By Denis Flierl on September 11, 2020 - 12:03PM

The hot topic today is whether Monica Lewinsky will buy a 2021 Subaru Forester or a Tesla 3. Check out the latest Twitter banter and Subaru USA and Elon Musk’s reply.

Used Dodge Challenger Prices Soar as Inventory Plummets

By Patrick Rall on September 11, 2020 - 10:04AM

Dealerships around the United States are having a hard time keeping the Dodge Challenger during the ongoing pandemic, leading to a spike in used car pricing and while lots of vehicles have seen used values climb, the Mopar muscle car has seen the greatest increases.

Tesla Model 3 made in China to be exported

Tesla plans to ship cars made in China to Asia and Europe by the end of 2020

By Tinsae Aregay on September 11, 2020 - 9:20AM

According to news coming out of China, Tesla plans to start shipment of Model 3s made in its Shanghai Gigafactory to some Asian countries including Singapore, Australia and New Zealand as well as to some countries in the European continent.

2017-2019 Subaru Outback, Ascent, Impreza, and Legacy

A Second Defective Fuel Pump Lawsuit Is Now Filed Against Subaru - 3 Symptoms To Look For

By Denis Flierl on September 11, 2020 - 7:05AM

Subaru gets hit with a second lawsuit over defective fuel pumps. This new class-action involves a Subaru Outback owner.

Hyundai Increases the NEXO Hydrogen Fuel Cell SUV’s Availability

By Kevin Meyn on September 10, 2020 - 9:51PM

Hyundai’s hydrogen fuel-cell SUV, the NEXO, is the world’s first hydrogen-powered SUV. This vehicle is only available in California; however, the NEXO will expand to Northern California and available at a new dealership.

Tesla's New Tesla Semi Charging Liquid Coolant Patent

By Armen Hareyan on September 10, 2020 - 9:01PM

Model Y Pricing In Europe, Analyzing Why It Could Be Less Than You Think

By Paul Fosse on September 10, 2020 - 6:36PM

In the article, I’ll go over the factors that will cause the Made In Germany Model Y Pricing to be more or less than the Model 3 currently sold in Europe. I’m just going to look at Germany, but similar factors will influence the pricing in other countries in Europe.

Limited Edition Carbon Fiber Heritage Shelby GT500

1967-68 Shelby Carbon Fiber Concept “Dream Car” Becomes Reality

By Jimmy Dinsmore on September 10, 2020 - 1:14PM

Limited Edition Carbon Fiber Heritage Shelby GT500 Roars Into Production. Carbon Edition supercar being produced by Classic Restorations to honor Carroll Shelby’s dream car. Some proceeds to benefit Carroll Shelby Foundation.

Toyota Tacoma image courtesy of Toyota media support

Why You Will Pay A Lot More For a Used Toyota Tacoma, 4Runner, Highlander or Corolla Right Now

By John Goreham on September 10, 2020 - 12:05PM

Used car prices have gone up significantly in the past month. Here's how much more you will pay for a popular Toyota Tacoma, 4Runner, Highlander, or Corolla.

Hyundai Sonata solar roof image by John Goreham

The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid's Solar Roof Will Make Green Vehicle Fans Very Happy

By John Goreham on September 10, 2020 - 11:03AM

There are good reasons why solar roofs that add driving range to green cars have taken so long, but Hyundai has finally taken the plunge. We’re glad they have.

Lucid Motors Unveils Lucid Air with Fantastic Range and Better Specs Than Plaid Model S

By Tinsae Aregay on September 10, 2020 - 10:58AM

Lucid Motors has unveiled its electric sedan the Lucid Air with impressive specs. Will the upcoming Plaid Tesla Model S be able to beat Lucid's numbers? Let's compare the specs of Lucid Air vs Plaid Tesla Model S.

SUV Wars - The 2021 Subaru Forester Ranks Highest In Roominess And Cargo Space

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2020 - 8:45AM

How much cargo room does the 2021 Subaru Forester have? See how it ranks compared with the top compact SUVs.

Why Tesla Was Left Out of S&P 500 While 3 Other Companies Added To The Index

By Tinsae Aregay on September 10, 2020 - 3:41AM

Tesla left out of the recent additions to the S&P 500 causing it to have the worst day in the stocks history. Why was Tesla left out of the S&P 500 and when will it join the index?

Hyundai Will Get Millions of Views from Sunday Night Football

By Kevin Meyn on September 9, 2020 - 11:38PM

Hyundai will be sponsoring NBC’s Sunday Night Football Kickoff show. This program is the most-watched primetime TV show, and Hyundai is a sponsor of this program, yielding the car maker millions of views.

Tesla's Recently Installed Giga Press at Fremont Beings Making Model Y Parts

By Armen Hareyan on September 9, 2020 - 6:46PM

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