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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.

Tesla Joy explains Model 3 battery drain when left 12 days unplugged
How Much Your Tesla Model 3 Battery Will Drain If You Go 12 Days Without Charging
By Armen Hareyan on June 24, 2019 - 1:58PM
If you are going away on vacation and worried about how much your Tesla Model 3 battery would drain while you’re gone take a look at Tesla Joy's recent explanation of 12 days without charging her Tesla Model 3. She did an experiment and explained how much your Tesla Model 3 battery is expected to drain per day if you leave it without charging and unplugging for 12 days. Here is Joy in her own words.
Change these Honda filters and save $100
Change Two Honda Air Filters Yourself And Save $100 - No Tools Required
By John Goreham on June 24, 2019 - 1:04PM
Some dealers and shops charge outrageous prices for cabin air and engine air filter changes on cars like the Honda Fit. Here's how you can perform each with no tools in under a minute.
Key state ends electric vehicle rebates.
If You Plan To Buy A Nissan Leaf or Any EV In This Key State You Better Act Fast
By John Goreham on June 24, 2019 - 11:55AM
A key target state for electric vehicle adoption will end its rebate program this week. If you would like to buy a Chevy Bolt, Tesla Model 3, Model S, Nissan Leaf or any other EV you may want to hurry up. Here are all the details.
Tesla tax deduction facts.
Tesla Electric Vehicles Are About To Get Much More Expensive - Better Act Fast
By John Goreham on June 24, 2019 - 11:22AM
If you have been considering buying an electric vehicle this week is very important from a timing and price perspective. Here's why and the timeline you need to know.
2020 Subaru Ascent, Subaru Ascent towing, tow rating, towing capacity, features
How New 2020 Subaru Ascent Will Work Hard Towing Your Small Camper Or Boat
By Denis Flierl on June 24, 2019 - 8:20AM
Do you need to haul cargo or pull a boat or trailer this summer? Look at the 2020 Subaru Ascent and its towing capacity.
2019 Subaru WRX STI, NBR, 47th Nurburgring 24-Hour Race, details, specs
Subaru WRX STI Wins 6th Nurburgring 24-Hour Race, 2nd Consecutive
By Denis Flierl on June 23, 2019 - 2:51PM
The 2019 Subaru WRX STI brings home another Nurburgring 24-hour race victory.
2019 Subaru Forester, new Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent, best SUV, CVT automatic
Don’t Look For Subaru To Drop The CVT Automatic Transmission Even If You Despise It
By Denis Flierl on June 23, 2019 - 8:47AM
Why is Subaru in love the CVT automatic transmission? They won’t move away from it even if you dislike them with a passion.
Pickups may be priced over 100K
F150, Silverado Prices Could Easily Eclipse the $100K Mark
By Marc Stern on June 22, 2019 - 11:32PM
The way prices are going in the pickup market, it won't be long until we see F150 and Silverado prices in the $100K range.
2019 Toyota RAV4 XLE in Ruby Flare Pearl
Howard Stern Show Superfan Gives Insights on Benefits of Toyota RAV4 Safety Features
By Jeff Teague on June 22, 2019 - 5:02PM
Meet Steve Bowe, or Bobo, as he is known to Howard Stern Show fans. He is not only the show’s #1 superfan, but also a prestigious driving instructor who happens to drive a Toyota RAV4 himself. Learn his thoughts on Toyota’s incredible safety features and pick up some helpful driving tips along the way.
2019 Subaru WRX STI, best performance cars, What is DCCD?
How To Customize Performance And Feel Of Your New Subaru WRX STI With The DCCD
By Denis Flierl on June 22, 2019 - 12:42PM
The Subaru WRX STI comes with a driver-controlled center differential, but how does it help you customize performance?
2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro with Snorkel
2020 Toyota Tacoma Desert Air Intake Snorkel Breathes New Life into Off-Roading
By Jeff Teague on June 22, 2019 - 9:16AM
If you are an off-roading enthusiast considering the 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro, you may want to check out the optional Desert Air Intake. It can improve your Tacoma both in looks, and more importantly, in performance.
Tesla Model 3 Summon getting into tight garage
Tesla Model 3 Getting Out of Tight Garage Using The Summon Forward and Backward
By Armen Hareyan on June 22, 2019 - 9:11AM
This morning I saw a very interesting story in which Rivers from Tech Connect Youtube Channel demonstrates how he gets his Tesla Model 3 in and out of his tight garage using the Summon feature. Note that the Summon is demonstrated not only forwards, but also backwards and in which situations it benefits the owner. Here is Rivers in his own word and the video demonstration.
2020 Subaru Outback, new Subaru Outback, specs, features, new technology
5 New Technologies On Redesigned Subaru Outback To Know About Before You Buy The Old Model
By Denis Flierl on June 22, 2019 - 8:57AM
An inside look at the all-new 2020 Subaru Outback. Check out the new technology before you buy the outgoing model.
Scotty Kilmer on 2013 Shelby GT500 Price and Value
Why 2013 Shelby GT500 Will Go Up In Price and Value, Scotty Kilmer
By Armen Hareyan on June 21, 2019 - 9:10PM
The 2013 Shelby GT500 is a rare and fast car, which is going to appreciate in price and value. A Houston based mechanic and a Youtuber Scotty Kilmer thinks this is one of the rarest cars that is going to appreciate in price and value as a recent 2013 Shelby GT500 was sold for more than what was its original price seven years ago.
Driving a Ford Police Utility Vehicle
What It Is Like To Drive A Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle
By John Goreham on June 21, 2019 - 2:52PM
We drove all three versions of Ford's new Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle. Here's what we found.
Honda Civic exceeds MPG estimates,
2019 Honda Civic Exceeds EPA MPG Estimates In Third Straight Test - 40 MPG
By John Goreham on June 21, 2019 - 1:13PM
In Torque News testing of three current-generation Honda Civics, the car has always exceeded the EPA's mileage estimates by quite a bit. Here is what we found.
Chevy Volt and Chevy Bolt EV side by side
How The Retired Chevy Volt Impacts Chevy Bolt EV Sales in 2019
By Steve Birkett on June 21, 2019 - 12:58PM
The popular Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid is GM’s best-selling electric vehicle. It's also one of the contributing factors to lackluster sales of the Chevy Bolt EV in 2019.
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport gone vertical after tornado
Damaged 2019 Toyota Tacoma Symbolizes Hope for a Community After Tornado Direct Hit
By Jeff Teague on June 21, 2019 - 11:02AM
You just cannot kill a Tacoma. When a badly damaged 2019 Toyota Tacoma started and drove on its own following a “direct-hit” tornado strike, this took this popular slogan to a whole different level. How durable are Toyota Tacoma trucks.
2019 Subaru Forester, new Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent, best SUVs for quality
What It Means For You That Subaru Is Still Far Behind In J.D. Power Quality Scorecard
By Denis Flierl on June 21, 2019 - 7:05AM
Subaru scores below average in the J.D. Power IQS quality scorecard again. Should customers be concerned?
Roger Penske to Receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom
By Mary Conway on June 20, 2019 - 11:13PM
Roger Penske is responding to the news that President Trump will award him the nation's highest civilian honor.
F150 Owners Will Thank Tony For This One
Alarm Specialist Shares Interesting Anti-Theft Hack With Ford F150 Owner
By Marc Stern on June 20, 2019 - 10:30PM
Auto Alarm Specialist Tony Diaz shared a very promising anti-theft idea with a Ford F150 owner.
Scotty Kilmer on Mercedese EQC Electric SUV
Scotty Kilmer Talks About Mercedes EQC Reliability vs Gas Mercedes, Comparing to Tesla
By Armen Hareyan on June 20, 2019 - 8:41PM
In today's video report a Houston based car mechanic and a Youtuber Scotty Kilmer spoke about Mercedes EQC electric SUV's reliability, price and compared it to Tesla. Although he didn't mention the Model X by name, but he titled his video (see below): New Electric Mercedes Will Destroy Tesla's Model X. Here is what he has to say about Mercedes EQC SUB and the gas version Mercedes SUV.
2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Options Arrive Online
By Patrick Rall on June 20, 2019 - 4:02PM
Technically an unofficial list of options for the new Mustang GT500, this information comes from the Ford dealer computer system.
Tesla confuses the public on Autopilot.
Mixed Messages From Tesla On Autopilot And Other Automakers Regarding Similar Systems Leads to Confusion
By John Goreham on June 20, 2019 - 3:54PM
A new study finds that half of drivers think Tesla Autopilot is a hands-free driver system.
June Camaro of the Month Warren Harter’s 1969 SS Tribute
June Camaro of the Month: Warren Harter's 1969 SS Tribute
By Patrick Rall on June 20, 2019 - 1:06PM
The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for June 2019 is this sweet 1969 SS tribute owned by Warren Harter
2019 Hyundai Kona Electric
This New Charging Issue Impacts Hyundai Kona Electric and Kia Niro EV Owners
By Steve Birkett on June 20, 2019 - 11:17AM
A potentially expensive anomaly more than doubles the cost of charging on Electrify America for Hyundai Kona Electric and Kia Niro EV drivers.
Frunk Puppies Tesla Owner movement
FrunkPuppy: A Tesla Owners' Movement That United A Community
By Johnna Crider on June 20, 2019 - 10:31AM
If you own a Tesla, are a fan of Tesla, own stock in Tesla, have interacted with Elon Musk and Tesla on Twitter then you have probably come across the hashtag #FrunkPuppy, have seen cute pups in Tesla Frunks and had a quick chuckle.
2019 Toyota Prius Prime Blue Magnetism
5 Facts to Know About 2019 Toyota Prius Prime Before You Buy One
By Jeff Teague on June 20, 2019 - 9:12AM
Car buyers have been attracted to the Toyota Prius for over two decades, due mainly to its incredible gas mileage. The 2019 Prius Prime offers drivers the opportunity to make that morning commute and save big on gas. Here are key essentials about 2019 Prius Prime you need to know.
Tesla 2019.20.2.1 Software Update
New Tesla Model 3 Software Update Improves Screen Brightness, but No Enhanced Summon
By Armen Hareyan on June 20, 2019 - 8:55AM
Yesterday on June 19 Tesla released a new software update for Model 3. The V.2019.20.2.1 update has no Enhanced Summon has auto screen brightness improvements. Tesla owners are hoping the next update will include Enhanced Summon. William from All Electric Youtube channel explains what the recent over the air software update entails.
2019 Subaru WRX STI, NBR, 47th Nurburgring 24-Hour Race, details, specs
Subaru WRX STI Gets Rolling Today For Nurburgring 24-HR, Your Complete Race Preview
By Denis Flierl on June 20, 2019 - 7:29AM
The 2019 Subaru WRX STI Nurburgring 24-hour race car is ready to roll.
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