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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.

Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid Pricing Starts At $34,235

By Marc Stern on December 24, 2019 - 6:44PM

At last, pricing has been released for the Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid lineup. The lineup, which features batteries that are 13 times larger than other Escape hybrid models, includes four models from the SE to the top-of-the-line Titanium.

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As Predicted, Toyota Is Recalling 2019 Prius For Instrument Cluster Blackout

By Peter Neilson on December 24, 2019 - 3:08PM

This is one of those times that I can say I told you so. As predicted Toyota is now recalling 2019 Toyota Prius for the instrument cluster going out. Here is what you need to know.

Luxury EV Startup Rivian Receives Another Massive Funding Increase - What Will 2020 Hold?

By John Goreham on December 24, 2019 - 2:00PM

Rivian has had an amazing year. Let's take a look at who the most recent investors are and how much the company took in this year.

As Tesla Stock Passes $420 We Ask Readers- What Is Tesla's Biggest Headline In 2020?

By John Goreham on December 24, 2019 - 1:41PM

Elon Musk once planned to cash out Tesla investors at $420 per share. Those were gloomy times. Today, the future looks much brighter.

Rumor has it Ford will bring back Focus RS

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 24, 2019 - 9:52AM

Performance-oriented Focus hatchback may get introduced as a 2021 model in the North American market if some rumors come to fruition. As such, the Focus, which is a darling and top seller in Europe, could re-emerge in the U.S. as an electrified, performance-oriented vehicle. Could an electrified Focus RS be the fastest hatchback that Ford has produced?

Honda CR-V, best compact SUV, Top-10 best SUVs, one-owner satisfaction

You Love The CR-V More Than Any Honda Model In Long-Term One-Owner Satisfaction

By Denis Flierl on December 24, 2019 - 8:09AM

The Honda CR-V is the most-loved Honda in the stable. See why the compact SUV scores best in long-term satisfaction.

Subaru Outback, Subaru Forester, best SUVs, top-10 one owner cars, long-term satisfaction, CarFax

Subaru Outback Scores Perfect 100 In One-Owner Long-Term Satisfaction

By Denis Flierl on December 24, 2019 - 6:46AM

The Subaru Outback and Forester models are most-loved by their owners. See why they score best in long-term satisfaction.

Women No Longer Take A Back Seat To Men in Car Enthusiast World, Says Mustang Marie

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 23, 2019 - 1:35PM

Mustang Marie is just one of the many vibrant, rising stars of the Mustang community. Women and millennials are an important part of preserving Mustang heritage and driving the future of America's muscle car.

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2019 Dodge Challenger Hellcat Production Numbers Arrive Online

By Patrick Rall on December 23, 2019 - 1:28PM

Dodge doesn’t break out production numbers of individual models, but thanks to information posted online, it looks as though the company produced 6,700 examples of the Challenger Hellcat for the 2019 model year, 3,957 of which were 797-horsepower Redeyes.

2017 Chevy Bolt EV LT Windshield Replacement

Cost to Replace My Chevy Bolt EV's Windshield

By Eric Way on December 23, 2019 - 11:38AM

For high mileage drivers who spend a lot of time on rural and partially maintained roads, replacing a cracked or damaged windshield is a fairly common. In this story, I'll share my experiences and costs replacing the windshield in my 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV.

Subaru cracked windshield lawsuit, 2017-2019 Subaru Forester, Outback, Legacy windshields

A Third Faulty Windshield Lawsuit Is Now Filed Against Subaru

By Denis Flierl on December 23, 2019 - 7:50AM

Subaru is under fire again for faulty windshields in some of their vehicles. Does Subaru have a problem with 2017-2019 Forester, Outback and Legacy models?

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Why New Subaru Vehicles Dropped Lower In Latest IIHS Safety Report

By Denis Flierl on December 22, 2019 - 8:42AM

All 2020 Subaru Outback, Forester, and Ascent models come standard with automatic emergency braking (AEB). Why doesn’t the 2020 Crosstrek, Impreza, and WRX?

2006 Mercury Milan Recalled For ABS Problem

Ford Recalls 600,000 Vehicles To Keep Brakes From Failing Due To Sticking Valve

By Marc Stern on December 21, 2019 - 12:54PM

Ford has recalled 600,000 2006-2010 Fusion, Mercury Milan, and Lincoln MKZ midsized cars to fix a ABS problem. The ABS valve reacts with the brake fluid currently used in the vehicles and can significantly slow or stop the action of the ABS valve, leading to braking problems. So far, two injuries have been linked to the issue.

2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Multimedia Touch Screen

How to Get Your 2020 Toyota Highlander with Huge 12.3-inch Multimedia Screen

By Jeff Teague on December 21, 2019 - 10:35AM

One of the highlighted features for the 2020 Highlander is a gigantic multimedia touch screen. Here is how you can get it.

2020 BMW X4 M Competition: Price, 0-60 and Harshness with Beauty

By Armen Hareyan on December 21, 2019 - 8:50AM

BMW creates fury in the increasingly crowded world of SUVs with its 2020 X4 M Competition. It promises harshness and beauty for buyers who want to sit higher.

2020 Subaru Forester, winter solstice, WinterFest, best winter SUVs

How You Can Seize Snow Days And Have A Tailgate Party In The New Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl on December 21, 2019 - 8:31AM

The 2020 Subaru Forester SUV is the vehicle for winter warriors and seizing snow days. You can party in it too.

Do Ford F150s Seem Expensive? How About A $170,000 GT500?

By Marc Stern on December 20, 2019 - 6:24PM

If you have been questioning what could be the high-pricing of some pickups, like high-end Ford F150s, think about this: there are dealerships out there adding huge amounts to the pricing of new Ford Mustang Shelby GT500s.

Fix your Honda Accord's noisy steering for $100.

Noise From Power Steering When You Start Your Accord? Here Is The $100 Solution

By John Goreham on December 20, 2019 - 4:42PM

Your Honda Accord makes a loud moan or similar noise when it is cold and you turn the steering wheel. Here's the cause of the problem and the fix.

Original Ford Mustang Bullitt goes for an auction

Original Bullitt Mustang Goes On The Auction Block As Part of Film and Automotive History

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 20, 2019 - 1:39PM

The Hero Car from the movie Bullitt is the ultimate barn find story. After three Ford-produced Bullitt special editions, will the Mecum auction of the original mean the end of the Bullitt story for Ford? What does the future hold for the Ford Mustang Bullitt as the original Bullitt goes for an auction.

Toyota leads in active safety. Here's who trails.

GM, Subaru, Kia, and Honda Lag Behind Toyota In Active Safety Systems

By John Goreham on December 20, 2019 - 9:47AM

A new list by IIHS shows that Toyota leads the U.S. auto market in deploying vehicles with advanced safety features. Here's a list of those who are not keeping pace.

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New Honda CR-V Recalled Because Subframe Can Separate Causing Loss Of Control

By Denis Flierl on December 20, 2019 - 7:12AM

The new 2019-2020 Honda CR-V gets another recall. See what’s up with the SUV’s subframe.

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Why IIHS Says You Will Now Be Less Safe In The New Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl on December 20, 2019 - 5:57AM

The IIHS says you will now be less safe in the new 2020 Subaru Outback than the 2020 Legacy sedan. See why it’s all in the headlights.

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Why General Motors is Recalling over 800,000 Newer Chevrolet Silverados and GMC Sierras

By Mary Conway on December 19, 2019 - 10:58PM

General Motors has issued two large recalls for possible brake and battery problems with its two most popular truck brands. Here is how GM is going to fix the battery problem.

Automakers warn that EV sales in the U.S. may suffer.

Two Automakers Warn That U.S.-Market EV Sales May Suffer In 2020 - Here's Why

By John Goreham on December 19, 2019 - 12:46PM

Two automakers have warned that the U.S. electric vehicle market deliveries in 2020 could be lower than expected. Here's what they are saying.

2020 Dodge Challenger: Hemi Pricing for True Budget Shoppers

By Patrick Rall on December 19, 2019 - 12:18PM

Not everyone is shopping for a 2020 Dodge Challenger Hellcat or Scat Pack, but you can get into a Hemi-powered muscle car for right around $36,000 while adding some key options for under $40,000.

Pricing Revealed for 2020 Toyota Highlander and It May Blow Your Mind

By Jeff Teague on December 19, 2019 - 9:19AM

The all-new 2020 Highlander pricing has been announced. This pricing plan for all trim levels may really surprise you.

2020 Subaru Forester, Forester Hybrid, fuel-milage, Crosstrek hybrid

Now We Know Why You Can't Buy A New Subaru Forester Hybrid In The US

By Denis Flierl on December 19, 2019 - 8:32AM

The 2020 Subaru Forester and Crosstrek Hybrid models aren’t coming to the U.S. and we know why. See what the model’s fuel-mileage numbers are.

Millenials and 1965 Ford Mustang Black color

Are Millennials Moving Away From Mustang? Think Again

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 18, 2019 - 4:28PM

Millennial Mustang President says: “The Mustang created the hobby, the hobby did not create the Mustang.”

Study Shows Ford F150 E-Truck, GM E-Truck Favored By Buyers

By Marc Stern on December 18, 2019 - 3:42PM

In what should come as a relief to Ford and General Motors, the public favors their products, according to a recent Autolist.com study. The study looked closely at Tesla and Rivian and found that while new truck buyers tended to favor them, current and previous truck owners liked Ford and GM products.

Ford Invests in EV Battery, Autonomy and Looks Into Electric F-150, Bronco and Ranger

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 18, 2019 - 11:50AM

Ford invests in the future while trying to shift the consumer mindset and broaden the appeal as it relates to autonomous technology and electric vehicles. As a result, soon we may see electric Ford F-150, Bronco and a Ranger.

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