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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.

toyota prius silver driving at night long flat road 3rd gen

If Your Toyota Prius Is Not Starting, This May Be The Cause

By Peter Neilson on September 13, 2019 - 5:20PM

There are many reasons that a vehicle will not start, but when it comes to a hybrid like the Toyota Prius, it can easily get more complicated. Here is one common issue that happens more often than it should and can easily cause a no start condition on your Prius.

2017 Chevrolet Silverado three-quarter view

4 Million GM, Nissan Trucks, SUVs Have Brake Problems

By Marc Stern on September 13, 2019 - 4:16PM

This has been an active week on the car recall front as General Motors recalled 3.5 million trucks and SUVs for braking system problems. Meantime, Nissan is having its own braking system problems.

2020 Toyota 4Runner Limited Classic Silver Metallic and 2019 Toyota 4Runner Limited Blizzard Pearl

Comparing 2020 Toyota 4Runner Limited vs 2019 Limited - Pick Your Winner

By Jeff Teague on September 13, 2019 - 4:00PM

The refreshed 2020 Toyota 4Runner is now here. We compare the 2020 4Runner Limited against the 2019 model so you can see all the key changes.

2019 Honda Ridgeline, Honda Fit, Honda Clarity, Honda Insight, best new cars

Honda Scores Big In Ideal Vehicle Awards With New Ridgeline Truck And 3 Cars Winning

By Denis Flierl on September 13, 2019 - 7:34AM

Honda ties with Nissan and FCA for the most wins in the Auto Pacific Ideal Vehicle Awards. See why the 2019 Honda Ridgeline, Insight, Fit, and Clarity best meet owners expectations.

2020 Subaru Forester, 2020 Subaru Ascent, best SUVs, Auto Pacific Ideal Vehicle Awards

Owners Say Newly-Redesigned Subaru Forester And All-New Ascent Best Meet Their Expectations

By Denis Flierl on September 13, 2019 - 6:14AM

Subaru picks up two wins in the Auto Pacific Ideal Vehicle Awards. See why the 2019 Subaru Forester and 2019 Subaru Ascent best meet owners expectations.

What It Means To "Hypermile" A Toyota Prius

By Peter Neilson on September 12, 2019 - 9:16PM

We have all heard the term "hypermiling" before, but have you ever wondered what people actually mean by that? Here is what I think hypermiling a Toyota Prius means, and how it can benefit you.

Taking a Model S or Model 3 Tesla to the track.

Do This Before You Even Consider Taking Your Tesla On A Racetrack

By John Goreham on September 12, 2019 - 5:10PM

If you plan to take your Tesla to a racetrack and turn some laps, you must do this first.

2020 Dodge Charger: Power Levels for All 10 Configurations

By Patrick Rall on September 12, 2019 - 11:49AM

We have talked at length about the 2020 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat with its standard widebody package and the optional Daytona package, but today, we take a look at the power output for every trim model of the muscular sedan.

Tesla's Attention Shifts Back to Supercars For the Wealthy and Away From Volume Affordable Vehicles

By John Goreham on September 12, 2019 - 10:57AM

Tesla's attention span seems to be the shortest in the automotive world. Here's what caused Tesla's recent shift.

Lincoln Glides Towards New Product Line, Solo Dealerships, Electrification With 2020 Aviator In Lead

By John Goreham on September 12, 2019 - 10:06AM

The Lincoln Motor Company is transforming itself. You may be shocked to find out just how comprehensive their plan is.

2019 Subaru Forester, best compact SUV, rearview camera lens cleaner

How The New Subaru Forester Keeps Your Backup Camera Lens Clear Of Debris

By Denis Flierl on September 12, 2019 - 8:14AM

The most common problem with any backup camera is keeping the lens clean. See how the new 2019 Subaru Forester comes with a built-in rear camera lens cleaner.

2020 Toyota RAV4 Shoppers with Android Phones Will be Thrilled

By Jeff Teague on September 12, 2019 - 7:53AM

The country’s most popular SUV already includes Apple CarPlay as part of its multimedia package. Find out what other application will be added to the 2020 Toyota RAV4.

The 2020 C8 Corvette Ride Height Can Be Adjusted In A Similar Way To Previous Generation Corvettes

By Justin Nohe on September 11, 2019 - 11:08PM

One of the first mods that most Corvette owners do is turn the bolt on the composite leaf spring to eliminate or reduce unsightly wheel gap. With the C8 Corvette it is still possible to do this even though the composite leaf spring is not making an appearance with this generation Corvette.

Dr Prius App Results 2007 Toyota Prius Traction Battery

How To Understand Toyota Prius Battery Health Using Dr. Prius App

By Peter Neilson on September 11, 2019 - 6:46PM

The folks that developed the Dr. Prius app are heros. They have successfully given us Toyota Prius owners a tool that we can use to check battery health and see if it is ready to fail. This is great, but for the someone who knows almost nothing about their Prius, it can be confusing. Here are some helpful hints that will allow you to know if your Prius traction battery is having issues.

2020 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro Army Green front end and 2020 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro Army Green front end

See All 2020 Toyota Army Green TRD Pro Models Together, Including The 2020 Tacoma and Tundra

By Jeff Teague on September 11, 2019 - 4:28PM

Toyota is doing a mass launch for all 4 of its wildly popular 2020 TRD Pro models this month. See the 2020 Tacoma, 4Runner, Tundra and Sequoia together and pick your winner.

EV sales fall in China and the U.S. markets.

Peak EV Month 2: EV Sales Decline For Second Straight Month in China and U.S.

By John Goreham on September 11, 2019 - 1:59PM

Electric vehicle sales have dropped for the second consecutive month in the American and Chinese markets.

September 2019 Camaro of the Month: Kevin Jahnke's 615hp 1967 SS

By Patrick Rall on September 11, 2019 - 12:30PM

This 1967 Camaro sat outside for nearly 30 years before Kevin Jahnke found it and restored it into the gorgeous machine that we see here.

2020 Honda CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, specs, features

New Honda CR-V Hybrid, When It Will Hit US Shores

By Denis Flierl on September 11, 2019 - 11:20AM

The 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid will first launch in Europe. See when will it be coming for US customers.

Best Crossovers For Kayakers - Look For This Helpful Feature

By John Goreham on September 11, 2019 - 11:18AM

Kayak tie-downs are a big help if you carry them on your crossover vehicle. Look for these when you shop next.

2020 Subaru Outback, new Subaru Outback, specs, features, WardsAuto 10 Best User Experience

What The New Subaru Outback WardsAuto 10 Best User Experience Award Means For You

By Denis Flierl on September 11, 2019 - 7:59AM

The 2020 Subaru Outback is already getting awards. See what WardsAuto has to say about the new SUV's user experience and what it means for customers.

2021 Ford F150 Raptor Likely To Have Multi-Link Rear Suspension

By Marc Stern on September 11, 2019 - 12:00AM

Although various sleuths have been able to ferret out info about various 2021 models, there has been very little info about the Ford F150 Raptor, one of the truck line's most popular numbers. Well, here's some interesting info that will make the Raptor's good handling even better.

Carista Is The Best $20 Tool For Your Toyota Prius

By Peter Neilson on September 10, 2019 - 9:31PM

When it comes to finding DIY scantools for your Prius, there are hundreds of options. I recently purchased the Carista OBD2 Adapter and I love it. Here is why.

2020 Dodge Challenger: All 19 Option Packages Detailed

By Patrick Rall on September 10, 2019 - 1:37PM

When the 2020 Dodge Challenger official goes on sale later this year, it will be offered with 19 different option packages across the model lineup and today, we take a look at every one of them.

2020 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro in Army Green passenger side view

First Look at Army Green 2020 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro

By Jeff Teague on September 10, 2019 - 12:50PM

The wait is over and the 2020 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro is here. Get your first look at this powerful SUV in Army Green.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Crosstrek hybrid, plug-in-hybrid, features, pricing, specs

The New Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Has A Steep Hill To Climb, You Aren't Buying Them

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2019 - 8:17AM

The new 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid has been in showrooms for less than a year but how is it doing? See how many have been sold so far.

Blown Ford F150 Dusts Dodge Challenger, Laying Down A 10-Second Quarter-Mile

By Marc Stern on September 9, 2019 - 9:48PM

Though Dodge probably doesn't want this one to see the light of day, we have to report that a very well-tuned Ford F150 went to the drag strip line against a Dodge Challenger Hellcat Redeye and while you may think the Dodge took both runs, it didn't as the F150 dusted the Hellcat in the second run.

Gasoline Engine Oil Bottles for Toyota Prius

Use Amazon Basics Engine Oil In Your Toyota Prius

By Peter Neilson on September 9, 2019 - 9:30PM

When it comes to engine oil, most people have zero clue on what is okay to use. People often get scared by "house brand" engine oil and think it is not good enough for their car. Amazon, a massive company now has an engine oil that claims it can be used in Toyota Prius, but is it good enough?

Hybrid E-Ray C8 Corvette Mules Spotted Testing in Colorado

By Justin Nohe on September 9, 2019 - 8:12PM

The 2020 C8 Corvette has really taken performance to another level but it doesn't seem GM is done propelling this car into the future. This might just be the same hybrid C8 Corvette that was rumored a few months before the Stingray's official reveal.

2020 Ram Heavy Duty Adds New Technology, Making Towing Even Safer

By Mary Conway on September 9, 2019 - 2:10PM

Ram is adding new technology to make the 2020 Ram Heavy Duty trucks even safer. Studies show the vast majority of heavy duty truck owners use their vehicles to tow. Now hauling will be even easier to manage.

New Video Emerges Of Tesla On Highway With Occupants Asleep - This Time It's Massachusetts

By John Goreham on September 9, 2019 - 11:47AM

A new video apparently shows two occupants of Tesla on the highway with nobody controlling the vehicle.

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