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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.

I Bought a New Chevy Silverado, 4 Months In, the Bank Wants $35K From Me On My Old Truck, the GMC Dealer Never Paid It Off

By Denis Flierl on November 28, 2024 - 9:51AM

Imagine buying a new 2024 Chevrolet Silverado pickup, trading in your 2017 truck to a Chevy dealer, and then your bank says you still owe them for the old pickup you traded in. Here is David's incredible story.

Tesla is Refusing to Accept Recalled Cybertrucks With Defective Inverters as Trade-In Vehicles Even for Individuals Willing to Pay Tesla More Money to Upgrade to a Cyberbeast

By Tinsae Aregay on November 28, 2024 - 7:12AM

A Cybertruck owner says his truck has a recall notice for a defective rear motor inverter. It will take two months to fix the issue; however, Tesla refused him as he was trying to trade in the problematic Cybertruck and upgrade to a Cyberbeast.

Subaru Mgr Embezzles $144K From Vermont Dealer, “We Caught It Early On, It Could Have Been Devastating If It Went On Any Longer”

By Denis Flierl on November 28, 2024 - 6:47AM

It seems hard to believe, but this is the second Subaru dealer in Vermont who caught a trusted employee embezzling money. This time, an office manager took $144,000 and used it for her personal use. Here is the amazing story from Oliver Subaru.

The BMW amazing E46 M3 GTR Need For Speed car

Need For Speed Changed Racing Sims And The Game’s Iconic E46 M3 GTR Is Now A Real Car

By Lance Branquinho on November 28, 2024 - 6:32AM

What happens when a legendary gaming M3, becomes real? With the latest chapter of EA’s Need For Speed releasing this week, BMW has created the answer. And it’s a stunning E46 GTR.

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This 2024 Chevy Silverado's Best Handling Was To Replace It. It's Better To Lose $10K Than Losing Truck Sales

By Armen Hareyan on November 28, 2024 - 5:42AM

GM replacing this man's Silverado may be the best answer to his situation, which may have already been resolved by now. Yet, we live in a digital age where online reputation is so important for a carmaker or a dealership.

Will This Miracle Oil Replace Toyota OEM Motor Oil?

I Put Valvoline's Restore & Protect Oil in my Wife's Toyota, and The Results Shocked Me!

By Timothy Boyer on November 27, 2024 - 6:34PM

Valvoline claims their "Restore & Protect" product returns pistons to a factory clean condition by removing 100% of engine deposits. Here's what this motor oil expert found when it was used on a Toyota-motor oil only, vehicle, with 167,000 miles.

2025 Subaru WRX Pricing and Model Guide, One Trim Is New, Two Are Discontinued

By Denis Flierl on November 27, 2024 - 2:09PM

The 2025 Subaru WRX pricing and model change guide is here. There's a new model; two have been discontinued, and prices have increased. Here are the details.

Massive Toyota Lawsuit Includes RAV4 and 9 Other Models, “Toyota Has Long Been Aware of the Door-Lock Defect But Has Routinely Refused to Repair the Issue”

By Denis Flierl on November 27, 2024 - 10:07AM

A new lawsuit against Toyota alleges defective door locks on ten popular models that the automaker refuses to fix. The lawsuit could affect hundreds of thousands of Toyota vehicles over 17 years. See if your model is on the list.

Cold Start Misfiring Ford Engine Warning Problem

Ford Had Some Major Issues With These Engines Warning to Ford Owners

By Timothy Boyer on November 27, 2024 - 9:34AM

A misfiring Ford during startup is a warning sign of severe potential damage if not taken care of very soon. This EcoBoost expert will help you DIY quickly identify if you have major issues with your Ford engine.

Head-To-Head 2025 Subaru Outback Vs. 2025 Honda CR-V, U.S. News Says the CR-V Wins Convincingly, But I Disagree

By Denis Flierl on November 27, 2024 - 7:46AM

Which is better in the head-to-head battle between the 2025 Subaru Outback and the 2025 Honda CR-V? U.S. News says one wins five out of the eight categories. Check out the results here and why I disagree.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Finds His Cybertruck Leaking Oil, Now He Needs a $7,665 Motor Replacement

By Tinsae Aregay on November 27, 2024 - 7:42AM

A Cybertruck owner from Michigan shares his surprise when he found his all-electric truck leaking oil. He communicated the incident with Tesla and was told that he needed to pay $7,665 for a motor replacement.

The red nice-looking interior of the 2025 Toyota Camry

After 800 Miles Camry Isn't Easy To Hypermile As The Prius, But This Car Is As Close To Perfect As You Can Get For a Hybrid

By Armen Hareyan on November 27, 2024 - 7:42AM

After driving 800 miles in his new 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid, a former Prius owner reveals why this car's perfect balance of sporty performance and practicality makes it the ultimate hybrid upgrade—even if it’s not as easy to hypermile as the Prius.

Major Update in the Cadillac Formula One Negotiations

By Mary Conway on November 26, 2024 - 11:36PM

Formula One is commenting about GM/Cadillac's plans to join the most prestigious racing series in the world.

I Found a Cheap Competitor Because Ford Dealers Had Virtually No Inventory of F-150, But Deeply Regretted After 30 Days and 2,300 Miles

By Armen Hareyan on November 26, 2024 - 7:05PM

After venturing to a cheaper competitor due to Ford’s inventory issues, one loyal F-150 owner’s nightmare experience proves why the legendary truck remains the king of pickups—find out why he came running back to Ford.

My 2025 BMW M440i Is Shaking During Start-Up And Showing 0.0 Value Fuel Consumption. Something Wrong or Is This Just What Mild Hybrids Do?

By Lance Branquinho on November 26, 2024 - 2:42PM

It’s a 2025 model year BMW 440i, with the B58 engine in mild-hybrid configuration. So why does it randomly shake during start-up?

I Found a Flaming $150K Audi E-tron GT On Our Service Lift, It’s Hard Enough To Get an EV Fire Out On a Road, One Inside Presents A Whole New Set of Issues

By Denis Flierl on November 26, 2024 - 2:10PM

Electric car fires are a hot topic, no pun intended. An Audi E-tron caught fire while on the dealer's service lift, and it wasn't easy to get the fire out. It could have been a disaster. The quick work of the fire department averted a potential disaster.

California Governor Offers Up Great Reason To Discontinue Federal EV Subsidies

By John Goreham on November 26, 2024 - 1:59PM

Federal EV tax subsidies may be on the chopping block. However, Governor Gavin Newsom of California has single-handedly solved the problem. Ironically, he also creates a strong argument for discontinuing the long-running federal EV support.

Tesla Cybertruck Owners Say They’ve “No RegrAts” about Buying the Truck, Several Share They’re Even Looking to Get a Second Cybertruck

By Tinsae Aregay on November 26, 2024 - 9:36AM

More than 75 Cybertruck owners say they have “no regrAts” about buying the vehicle. The few with complaints say their biggest issue is that they don’t have a second Cybertruck or that they haven’t spent more money to purchase the performance Cyberbeast.

Subaru Salesman Says “I Had No Idea I Could Do These 5 Things Hands-Free On My Subaru”

By Denis Flierl on November 26, 2024 - 9:36AM

Discover the convenient hands-free options on your Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, Outback, or another model. Even unknown to a Subaru salesman, these features will simplify your life. Check out the five here.

Cybertruck and Tesla Owners Targeted for Pi Phone Scam

Tesla Pi Phone Scammers Are Targeting Cybertruck Owners

By Timothy Boyer on November 25, 2024 - 10:36PM

An interesting post on the Tesla Cybertruck Facebook group shows that some con artists will use fake Elon Musk passport images to gain their confidence.

Cadillac Will Get Its Chance to Race in F1

By Mary Conway on November 25, 2024 - 10:15PM

After years of negotiating and being denied, Cadillac will be allowed to launch a team in F1.

594 Miles In My 2024 Silverado Is Back In Dealership. The Truck Will Never Be The Same And I Can Care Less About The Warranty

594 Miles In My 2024 Silverado Is Back At The Dealership. The Truck Will Never Be The Same And I Couldn't Care Less About The Warranty

By Armen Hareyan on November 25, 2024 - 3:28PM

After just 594 miles, George's brand-new 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 faced a shocking engine failure—what happened next will leave you frustrated.

Subaru Office Mgr. Embezzled Nearly $200K From Dealer, “It’s a Shame That an Employee of 22 Years Could Betray Our Trust Like That”

By Denis Flierl on November 25, 2024 - 1:25PM

Just because someone has worked for a company for over twenty years does not mean they are loyal. Here is a sobering story of a Subaru dealer in Vermont who had an employee embezzle nearly $200,000.

This 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Recall May Explain Your Recent Speeding Ticket

By Mary Conway on November 25, 2024 - 12:55PM

Jeep is recalling more than 7000 Jeep Grand Cherokees because the speedometers might not be accurate!

Image of Tesla service area by John Goreham

Most Owners of New EVs Give Up The Often-Cited Maintenance & Repair Advantage

By John Goreham on November 25, 2024 - 10:11AM

Electric vehicle advocates frequently mention that the vehicles should be less expensive and less bothersome to maintain and repair, yet four out of five new EV customers may never enjoy that benefit.

Least Expensive Cars to Repair Revealed by Garage Mechanics

Top 5 Least Expensive Vehicles To Maintain Where Toyota Did Not Make the Cut

By Timothy Boyer on November 25, 2024 - 10:06AM

Here is a list of the least expensive cars to maintain released by a garage based on their work order data from customers and what they paid. Plus, the real reason why Toyota did not make the cut.

Tesla Cybertruck Suffers Catastrophic Failure After a Post Gym Protein-Shake Run: High-Voltage Battery, Rear Motor, and 48-Volt System Gone Simultaneously

By Tinsae Aregay on November 25, 2024 - 9:34AM

A Cybertruck owner says Tesla told him he chose a bad day to bring his truck in for service after the main battery pack, left rear motor, and 48-volt systems failed simultaneously. He adds his truck failed as he was getting a post-workout protein shake.

This Is For Anybody Who Is Looking To Buy A New 2025 Kia Carnival, Don’t Buy It, My Battery Died 3 Times, They Are Pretty Clueless How To Fix It

By Denis Flierl on November 25, 2024 - 9:23AM

Kat purchased a 2025 Kia Carnival Prestige and is now sorry she bought it. She says the car has battery issues, and the dealer has no clue how to fix it. Here is Kat's warning for potential buyers.

Tesla Vs. Rivian Lawsuit Settlement - “An Alarming Pattern of Our Workers Poached By Rivian Were Caught Red-Handed Stealing Trade Secrets”

By Denis Flierl on November 25, 2024 - 6:35AM

The lawsuit between two U.S. electric automakers, Tesla and Rivian, is nearing an end. Tesla alleges that Rivian poached Tesla employees to steal company secrets that would give them "a huge competitive advantage." How did it turn out?

Surveyed Mechanics Advise Consumers to Avoid Cars With These Engines

Most Unreliable Engines That Fail By 100,000 Miles Within the Past 2 Years

By Timothy Boyer on November 24, 2024 - 11:18AM

What are the most unreliable cars today that are guaranteed to fail? Find out from this new review of cars with known potentially fatal engine issues before reaching the 100,000-mile mark identified from mechanics surveyed over the past 2 years.

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