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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.

By Peter Neilson on July 3, 2019 - 5:38PM
A few days ago Toyota revealed as many as 20,000 Toyota Prius owners have had electric power system failure. The company said hybrid inverters failed and tried to remedy a safety defect by modifying the Prius software. When things like this happen, what should you know about the 2010-2014 3rd generation Toyota Prius vehicles before deciding to buy them?
By Jeff Teague on July 3, 2019 - 4:09PM
Toyota completely redesigned this wildly popular small SUV with its 2019 RAV4 entry. In addition to an abundance of new technology and safety features, it can now go places no other RAV4 could ever go before. Let’s see what 2019 RAV4 can do.
By Justin Nohe on July 3, 2019 - 1:12PM
The 2020 C8 Corvette is going to be an amazing car due to some spectacular changes and modifications, but you shouldn't buy it right away. Here's why.
By Marc Stern on July 3, 2019 - 1:10PM
Do you know how to set the payload for your Ford F150? Here's an explainer that should help you out.
By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2019 - 11:53AM
The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for July 2019 is this Rally Yellow 2011 2SS, owned and loved by Scott DeSmet.
By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2019 - 7:13AM
Customers are not waiting for the new 2020 Subaru Outback to arrive. What’s up with the aging Outback?
By Justin Nohe on July 3, 2019 - 12:55AM
The 2020 C8 Corvette is shaping up to be something very special with new engine and transmission options and changes. Let's dive deeper into why that is.
By Steve Birkett on July 3, 2019 - 12:38AM
When viewed alongside the more sensible, family-friendly Kia Niro EV, the 2020 Kia Soul EV starts to make the South Korean automaker stand out from the crowd.
By Mary Conway on July 2, 2019 - 10:34PM
The auto industry has lost a true icon. Lee Iacocca, who helped create the Ford Mustang and went on to save Chrysler from ruin, has died.
By Peter Neilson on July 2, 2019 - 5:32PM
It is no secret hybrids have been built for fuel economy, and to reduce our carbon foot print by emitting fewer emissions out the tailpipe also. But what actually makes them so darn “green”? In my personal quest to uncover all the cool things about hybrids and in personally owning a 2007 Toyota Prius, I have discovered that just about everything on my car in some way was engineered for optimal fuel economy. Tires are no exception.
By John Goreham on July 2, 2019 - 9:35AM
With Ram introducing a Dakota midsized pickup in 2020, the question of where it will be built is yet to be answered.
By Jeff Teague on July 2, 2019 - 8:17AM
Have you ever wanted to test out a truck’s 4WD capabilities before you buy? See how one Georgia Toyota dealership's off-road test course shows customers exactly what 2019 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner and Tundra can really do off the beaten path.
By Denis Flierl on July 2, 2019 - 7:16AM
If you are a bit older, don’t feel left out, the new 2019 Subaru Forester, Outback and Ascent are voted best for savvy seniors.
By Mary Conway on July 1, 2019 - 10:20PM
The all-new 2020 Cadillac XT6 is available now and it has some luxury features and changes designed to make driving easier and more fun for women.
By Peter Neilson on July 1, 2019 - 7:36PM
I love my Prius, and if you ask just about any Prius owner they will tell you the same thing. When I first got my 2007 Toyota Prius touring edition on the road I could not wait to get going on a road trip and start saving buku bucks. There was an issue though, one I did not anticipate would drive me crazy.
By Justin Nohe on July 1, 2019 - 7:22PM
By now everyone has heard of a Corvette, but GM is about to change everything we know about them with the C8 mid-engine Corvette. Here are some changes and why the 2020 mid-engine C8 Corvette is going to be much different compared to the previous Corvettes.
By John Goreham on July 1, 2019 - 4:10PM
The 2019 Ford Ranger has not earned the IIHS Top Safety Pick designation. Here's why.
By John Goreham on July 1, 2019 - 12:38PM
The 2019 Honda Pilot is named Best In Class by the New England Motor Press Association.
By Jeff Teague on July 1, 2019 - 8:44AM
The 2019 Toyota RAV4, as well as Camry and Avalon models, are filled with an abundance of safety features and new technologies. But, did you know your new Toyota may already have remote engine start and you did not even know it? Here is what you should know.
By Denis Flierl on July 1, 2019 - 6:34AM
It’s still a rumor, but if Mitsubishi brings back the Evolution sports car, it would be a boon for the next-generation 2021 Subaru WRX STI.
By Justin Nohe on July 1, 2019 - 3:07AM
GM missed an important "track time" selling point with the C7 Corvette and they aren't going to do it again. Rumor says C8 Corvette is at Nürburgring specifically to test it's cooling ability.
By Marc Stern on June 30, 2019 - 10:52PM
It is always frustrating when you are dealing with an industry that likes to keep things close to their vests, while their customers want all of the info as quickly as possible. This is the situation today with the rebooting of 2020 Ford Bronco. On the one hand you have car spies who want to get the information out about the changes of 2020 Ford Bronco as quickly as possible. Then, there's the other side of the coin which hopes to keep things behind the curtains until they are ready.
By Denis Flierl on June 30, 2019 - 7:37AM
Subaru is all about the outdoors and they have a brilliant marketing plan. See how they get you interested in their new Outback and Ascent SUVs.
By Justin Nohe on June 30, 2019 - 2:29AM
Haven't seen details of the C8 Corvette before? Well, you are in the right place, here is what we know about the C8 Mid-Engine Corvette changes and details.
By Peter Neilson on June 29, 2019 - 9:19PM
Arguably, Toyota Prius is one of the most hated cars on the internet and also around on the roads we drive on. Sure they have a stigma with being slow, looking ugly, and certain people driving them (tree huggers, environmentalists, etc). What if we are looking at this from only one side of the glass? What if we actually got in and owned one to see what it is really like to be a Prius owner rather than just setting a stigma about them? This is exactly what I did.
By Peter Neilson on June 29, 2019 - 8:35PM
What the future holds for hybrid and electric cars such as Toyota Prius, RAV4 hybrid and EVs like Tesla Model 3, Nissan Leaf and Chevy Bolt.
By Marc Stern on June 29, 2019 - 2:50PM
Honda, which more than any other automaker felt the sting of the Takata airbag inflator recall, can see the light at the end of the dealership driveway. With the 1.6 million vehicles it has ordered recalled, the automaker is completing the final phase of its Takata airbag recall six months early.
By Denis Flierl on June 29, 2019 - 12:48PM
The 2019 Honda Civic is a hot model and you want one. Do your homework and get the most from your older Civic.
By Denis Flierl on June 29, 2019 - 7:36AM
The new Subaru Ascent family hauler has been an overwhelming success for the brand. But Subaru says they need more.
By Justin Nohe on June 28, 2019 - 8:36PM
If ever you looked at a C7 Corvette and thought to yourself "that car is too expensive" then wait until you see how much this buyer purchased one for!