Automotive News (Page 44)

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.

Tesla Found Out I Sold My Cybertruck and Blacklisted Me From Buying Any Other Tesla Vehicles

By Tinsae Aregay on May 30, 2024 - 5:37PM

A Cybertruck owner who recently sold his truck on the secondary market was surprised to learn Tesla had permanently banned him from purchasing any of the company’s products in the future. If you sell your Cybertruck, you will get blacklisted by Tesla.

The Truth About Whether Valvoline’s Restore & Protect Motor Oil Really Works

By Timothy Boyer on May 30, 2024 - 3:35PM

Will Valvoline’s Restore & Protect motor oil really do all it claims to clean your engine of carbon deposits? An oil expert weighs in on this question.

The 10 Worst New Vehicles For Tall And Short Drivers You’ll Want To Avoid

By Denis Flierl on May 30, 2024 - 10:32AM

Some cars and trucks are the worst for tall or short drivers, but which ones? Check out the list here and find out which models you should avoid.

Different grille and potentially very interesting drivetrain options for the 2025 Lexus IS refresh

2025 Lexus IS Refresh Possible Test Bed For Lquid Hydrogen And Synthetic Fuel V-8

By Dimitar Angelov on May 30, 2024 - 10:05AM

Lexus might be heading in a very interesting direction with the latest IS refresh, but it seems the company is playing it safe when it comes to alternative fuels.

Image of Cybertruck at Supercharger courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Tesla Cybertruck Takes Agonizing Hour and a Half To Charge On Supercharger - Video

By John Goreham on May 30, 2024 - 8:49AM

In a new video, a respected expert on charging demonstrates how slowly the Cybertruck charges on Tesla’s Supercharger network.

A Lifted-Up Diesel Chevy Silverado Truck Tried to Coal-Roll My Cybertruck, but My Tesla Cybertruck Left Him in the Dust

By Tinsae Aregay on May 30, 2024 - 8:25AM

A modified diesel truck on the highway tried to cover a Tesla Cybertruck with a large, dark, sooty exhaust. However, the driver of the lifted-up Chevy Silverado soon discovered that his truck was no match for the Tesla Cybertruck.

10 Car Models With The Most Speeding Tickets, Move Over Subaru WRX, You Just Got Passed By The BRZ

By Denis Flierl on May 30, 2024 - 6:52AM

Subaru has two cars on the list of models with the most speeding tickets, and one is number one in the top ten. No, it's not the WRX. See how many tickets the Subaru BRZ has to take over the top spot now.

Cars That Make It to 100,000 Miles or More

Best High-Mileage Used Cars Recommended by Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on May 29, 2024 - 9:24PM

Here are the car models known for making it to the 100,000-mile club (and beyond) that are smart buys for shoppers looking for a good price and expected longevity in a new used vehicle.

Cadillac Hopes to Capture Entry Level Luxury Buyers With 2025 OPTIQ SUV

By Mary Conway on May 29, 2024 - 8:44PM

Cadillac is reaching out to younger and up-and-coming buyers with the new luxury compact SUV.

1990s Camry wagon image courtesy of Toyota

Cool Cars We Miss: 7-Passenger ‘90s Camry Wagon With Dual Rear Wipers

By John Goreham on May 29, 2024 - 5:13PM

We look back at one of the most unique vehicles ever sold in America. The early 1990s Toyota Camry wagon with dual rear wipers and a pair of kid-sized rear-facing jumpseats.

Which Engine Replacement Should You Choose? Used, Rebuilt, or New?

Used Engine Warning Questions You Should Ask Before Buying One

By Timothy Boyer on May 29, 2024 - 4:09PM

Should you buy a $500 “good used engine” over a rebuilt or new engine that will cost thousands? Here’s one important warning you need to know about this. Plus, the minimum you need to look for in a used engine.

2024 Nissan Ariya Platinum + e-Force AWD Review - It’s All About The Drive

By John Goreham on May 29, 2024 - 1:24PM

If you are shopping for a new battery-electric crossover vehicle, Nissan’s Ariya is one you should definitely consider. We found it offers many great features and a very satisfying driving experience.

The 2024 Toyota Tacoma in different trims

5 Awesome Features Of The 2024 Toyota Tacoma

By Dimitar Angelov on May 29, 2024 - 11:02AM

The 2024 Toyota Tacoma has a few controversies about it, but more than makes up with these great features.

Consumer Reports 12 Best New Models For Tall Drivers And Subaru’s 2 Best Options

By Denis Flierl on May 29, 2024 - 9:20AM

What are the best new cars and SUVs for tall people? An updated report from Consumer Reports recommends twelve new models in different categories. Check out the best and Subaru's two best choices.

My Crosstrek’s Starlink Doesn’t Work In Rural Areas, I Think Subaru’s Marketing Is Misleading

By Denis Flierl on May 29, 2024 - 6:45AM

Subaru Starlink has had many issues, and one new Crosstrek owner thinks Subaru's advertising is misleading buyers. Check out his story and see if you have had similar problems.

The Porsche 992.2 Configurator is up and the Prices are Crazy

By Bhavik Sreenath on May 28, 2024 - 11:47PM

The Porsche 992.2 configurator is live, revealing a hybrid powertrain, design tweaks, and a hefty price hike. Will enthusiasts embrace the electrified future of the iconic 911?

Best Electric Car Recommendations From Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on May 28, 2024 - 6:06PM

Here’s the latest from Consumer Reports analysts on which electric cars they recommend as the best to buy today. Plus, their comments on each model’s range and what to expect.

Chevrolet and GMC Sweep Car and Driver's Top 2024 Large SUV Ratings

By Mary Conway on May 28, 2024 - 5:57PM

Car and Driver ranked all three-row SUVs. See why the 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban and GMC Yukon came out on top!

Imaged of Ford Blue Oval EV chargers by John Goreham

Ford’s Blue Oval Network of Chargers Is Fantastic - Our Real-World Test Results

By John Goreham on May 28, 2024 - 3:17PM

We try out Ford’s new network of DC fast chargers for electric vehicles and come away mightily impressed.

Don’t Kiss Subaru’s Boxer Engine Goodbye Yet, Says It’s Going Next-Gen

By Denis Flierl on May 28, 2024 - 2:40PM

Subaru Corporation spoke out about its Boxer engine and where it's headed. See if you like what you hear.

Cars Categorized by Their Reliability and Other Factors

The Truth on Why Some Cars Are Reliable and Others Are Not

By Timothy Boyer on May 28, 2024 - 1:16PM

A Toyota expert reveals the truth behind why some cars are reliable and others are not by explaining four categories that indicate which car is expected to be the more reliable model (or not) and why.

The flagship Lexus sports car could go carbon-neutral and pack a potent V-8

New Partnership Between Toyota, Mazda, And Subaru Promise Exciting New Engines

By Dimitar Angelov on May 28, 2024 - 11:22AM

Despite Toyota, Mazda, and Subaru working on reducing carbon emissions, they still promise excitement from future models.

I Can See My Cybertruck on the Lot, but I Can’t Take Delivery Because my Tesla Service Center is Understaffed—Elon Musk Might Have Fired Too Many Tesla Employees

By Tinsae Aregay on May 28, 2024 - 11:13AM

There are more than ten customer-assigned Cybertrucks at the Loveland, Colorado, Tesla service center. However, the trucks couldn’t be handed over to customers because the service center was understaffed following recent employee firings.

Subaru Forester And Outback Take Best SUVs Crown For Short Drivers

By Denis Flierl on May 28, 2024 - 9:21AM

Which Compact and Midsize SUVs are the best for shorter drivers? Consumer Reports says two Subaru models are the best. See Why Forester and Outback consistently rank the highest.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek, 2024 Subaru Impreza

Check The New Subaru Crosstrek And Impreza Safety Performance Before You Buy

By Denis Flierl on May 28, 2024 - 6:54AM

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and 2024 Subaru Impreza each win new global safety tech awards. What does it mean for customers now?

2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Review

2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Is The Best Sonata With a Tesla-Like Summon Feature

By Armen Hareyan on May 27, 2024 - 11:04PM

This week I am testing the Hybrid 2024 Hyundai Sonata Limited trim and I think this is the best Sonata I have tested so far compared to the previous generations. This is my review.

Three Reasons One Writer's Group Calls the 2024 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid the Top Minivan

By Mary Conway on May 27, 2024 - 9:25PM

The 2024 Chrysler Pacifica has won more awards than any other minivan in history. They can add one more to the list!

Chevrolet's 2024 Traverse Looks and Acts More Like a Baby Tahoe Which is Great

By Mary Conway on May 27, 2024 - 8:00PM

Chevrolet is making the 2024 Traverse more truck-like and better off-road. There is a reason that the Chevrolet Tahoe is the best selling large SUV. Making the 2024 more like it is a great decision.

Tesla FSD Casually Sneaks To The Front Of A Huge Left Turn Queue: Very Human Like

Tesla FSD Casually Sneaks Past 18 Cars To The Front Of A Huge Left Turn Queue: Very (Super) Human Like

By Jeremy Johnson on May 27, 2024 - 7:16PM

Tesla's FSD casually snuck past over a dozen other cars that were all in a lane to turn left and got in a small gap to make the left turn much faster than it would, had it waited.

Tesla Cybertruck is Built Wrong Points Out This Expert

Why Today’s Tesla Cybertruck is a Failure

By Timothy Boyer on May 27, 2024 - 2:31PM

Will today’s Tesla Cybertruck make you happy? Maybe not according to one expert who points out these problems with today’s Cybertruck that makes it a production failure and what actually is the most insulting point of its existence.

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