Automotive News (Page 391)

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.

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.

Why Buying A New Gas or Diesel Car Other Than A Tesla Could Be A Huge Mistake

By Paul Fosse on September 3, 2020 - 7:17AM

In this article, I highlight the 4 big disadvantages of buying a new gas car. I compare a Tesla Model 3 to a BMW 3 series sedan to make the point, but the same points apply to all gas and diesel cars.

Elon Musk's Day Ahead of His Visit To Tesla Giga Berlin

By Armen Hareyan on September 2, 2020 - 7:34PM

Many people were expecting that Elon Musk would today visit Tesla Giga Berlin and were gathered at the entrance to greet him: both the supporters and opponents. However, despite Tesla employee confirmation the visit didn't happen because Musk had a very busy schedule today in Berlin.

All-New 2022 Hyundai Kona Got Fully Unveiled And Will Shut Down The Competition

By Kevin Meyn on September 2, 2020 - 2:50PM

The Hyundai Kona that got teased a few days ago just got fully unveiled. Hyundai has shared all the details on specs and what the vehicle will look like.

2020 Subaru Outback, 2020 Subaru Forester, 2020 Subaru Crosstrek

Subaru Scores 3 New Models On KBB's 10 Most Awarded Cars List - The Most Of Any Automaker

By Denis Flierl on September 2, 2020 - 1:34PM

Three Subaru SUVs, the 2020 Crosstrek, Outback and Forester, appear on Kelly Blue Book’s Most Awarded Cars list. now the most appearances of any automaker in North America.

2020 Dodge Challenger Super Stock Production is Short, Not Limited

By Patrick Rall on September 2, 2020 - 12:42PM

Dealerships have been telling some potential 2020 Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock buyers that they are limited to a certain number of units and while production for the 2020 model year will be short, there is no preset number of units slated for production.

How To Check and Maintain the Spare Tire In Your Toyota Highlander Before It’s Too Late

By John Goreham on September 2, 2020 - 11:03AM

To its credit, Toyota supplies the Toyota Highlander with a spare tire. However, maintaining it is easy to overlook.

Elon Musk To Visit Giga Berlin Today After Attending a CDUCSU Event in Berlin

By Armen Hareyan on September 2, 2020 - 10:54AM

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

Subaru Recovers Slowly - The Hot New Forester Is Still The Fast Model

By Denis Flierl on September 2, 2020 - 7:38AM

The 2021 Subaru Forester arrives, and the compact SUV continues to be the story. See why it stays the hottest model.

Tesla Model Y a Step Closer to China Production

By Guillaume Humbert on September 2, 2020 - 5:17AM

Tesla and its Chinese Gigafactory Giga Shanghai have received pre-production approval to build the MIC Model Y at Giga Shanghai.

Image Credit: Electric Performance https://youtu.be/JFMmFPxlqz8

Two Tesla Model 3s Win Their Class In Race To The Clouds!

By Paul Fosse on September 1, 2020 - 11:17PM

In this article I explain how the top 2 competitors in the Pikes Peak Challenge make their way to the race day with Tesla Model 3 and how they won their class and set several records, but not without several surprises that I didn't expect.

What Is The Lifespan Of A Lithium-Ion Toyota Prius Hybrid Battery Pack?

By Peter Neilson on September 1, 2020 - 9:20PM

With Toyota Prius pushing mostly lithim-ion packs these days, I asked my self this question. What is the lifespan of a Li-ion Prius battery going to be like?

Dealer Won’t Honor Your Warranty? Here’s What To Do And Why You Should Not Give Up

By John Goreham on September 1, 2020 - 4:02PM

Your vehicle has a problem that you feel should be covered under warranty. But the dealer is saying otherwise. Here is how to get the help you need.

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