Automotive News (Page 6)

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.

Nissan Altima Customer Becomes Irate When Dealer Refuses To Fix His Car For Free, “He Slammed His Knee Into the Seatbelt Buckle Crushing One Of My Fingers”

By Denis Flierl on November 24, 2024 - 7:56AM

What should have been a routine Nissan Altima customer coming in for a recall issue turns ugly. Find out what happens when the customer is told his car will not be fixed for free. It's not pretty.

2024 Toyota RAV4, Tacoma, Tundra, and Highlander

Toyota Is Shut Out of The Best CPO Value in America Awards Except For One Discontinued Model - the RAV4, Tacoma, Tundra, and Highlander Are Missing

By Denis Flierl on November 24, 2024 - 6:30AM

Vincentric says Toyota has one model that is the best in the CPO segment. The only problem I see is that Toyota discontinued the Avalon two years ago. It's a great value, but where are the Toyota RAV4, Toyota Tacoma, Tundra, and Highlander?

Looking for a Great Family Vehicle? See Why Chrysler Says it has the Perfect Solution.

By Mary Conway on November 23, 2024 - 10:50PM

Chrysler is spiffing up its Pacifica minivan and adding even more cargo room. See why Stellantis believes it is outfitted for adventure.

The Hidden Costs of Tesla Insurance I Wish I Knew When I Got My Model 3 Two Years Ago

By Timothy Boyer on November 23, 2024 - 11:30AM

The five hidden costs of owning a Tesla revealed by one owner. Plus, why he says Tesla Insurance sucks and the one important cost he finds especially misleading during his Tesla ownership experience.

Why J.D. Power is Predicting the Dodge Charger Daytona EV will Have Great Long Term Value

By Mary Conway on November 23, 2024 - 11:20AM

The Dodge Charger Daytona, Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wagoneer all earned J.D. Power 2025 US ALG Residual Value Awards.

Being One of The Nicest Cars When You are Cruising and Hit Traffic The 2025 Toyota Hybrid Camry Reacts Without Any Heavy Braking

By Armen Hareyan on November 23, 2024 - 8:19AM

The 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid might not claim the title of the most exhilarating vehicle on the market, yet its enduring popularity stems from its blend of affordability, spacious comfort, and impressive fuel efficiency.

Move Over Cybertruck, the Tesla Robot Toy Is The Rave, One Was On eBay For $10,000, “I Tried To Buy One, It Sold Out In Less Than 24 Hours”

By Denis Flierl on November 23, 2024 - 7:54AM

If you want one of the hottest new toys for the Holidays, you are out of luck. The Tesla Bot Action Figure is the rage, and it’s already sold out.

Amanda’s Subaru Forester Has 100K Miles and Already Needs A New Transmission, “I Bought It With the Understanding That Subaru’s Last Until 300,000 Miles Or More”

By Denis Flierl on November 23, 2024 - 7:00AM

Amanda bought a Subaru because she heard they last a long time. Her Subaru Forester has 100,000 miles and already needs a new transmission. Be careful who you listen to. Here is Amanda's sad story.

Five Ways To Prevent Your Tesla From Killing You

By Rob Enderle on November 22, 2024 - 8:37PM

Teslas have been identified as the most likely cars, across all models, to have a fatal accident. Five easy practices could turn this liability into a safety asset.

Climate Change Is Resulting In More Flooding So BYD Creates The Climate Change EV

By Rob Enderle on November 22, 2024 - 8:21PM

BYD paves the way with the Yangwang U8, The First SUV designed to help you survive water-based weather catastrophes, making it a sign of future things.

Chrysler Portal Concept Picture From Chrysler

The Chrysler Portal Concept Car Could Revitalize Chrysler And Help Save Stellantis

By Rob Enderle on November 22, 2024 - 8:12PM

Chrysler’s Portal Minivan looks to revitalize the brand but there is a good chance they’ll screw the final vehicle up and the company is running out of time for a win.

Mercedes With Solar Paint Rendered With Gemini

Mercedes Develops Solar Paint That Could Make Charging An EV As Simple As Leaving It Outdoors

By Rob Enderle on November 22, 2024 - 8:04PM

Mercedes is developing solar paint that could massively improve EV viability and significantly reduce EV charging costs. However, this new technology will have a steep learning curve, and the market isn’t yet ready.

5 Shocking Scenarios That Could Upend Tesla's EV Dominance

5 Potential Black Swan Opportunities in the Tesla and EV Market in the U.S.

By Armen Hareyan on November 22, 2024 - 6:29PM

Tesla's future in the U.S. EV market faces potential shakeups from unlikely, game-changing events—are Tesla and its competitors ready to seize the opportunity? Discover the hidden risks and rewards in the race to electrification.

Image of Hankook Ventus S1 Noble2 Tires With Kontrol Technology by John Goreham

First Impressions - Hankook Ventus S1 Noble2 Tires With Kontrol Technology

By John Goreham on November 22, 2024 - 4:21PM

We had a chance to put the Hankook Ventus S1 Noble2 tires through their paces this week and came away very impressed. Here’s why.

2025 Subaru Forester Wilderness Pricing and Model Guide, Should You Wait?

By Denis Flierl on November 22, 2024 - 3:23PM

The 2025 Subaru Forester Wilderness is like the 2024 model year outdoor-themed compact SUV. Should you buy it or wait for the remodeled 2026 Forester Wilderness? I will explore both options in my report here.

Garage Mechanic Warning and Gender Inequality

I'm Not One To Call The Girl Card, But I Feel Like I'm Being Lied To About My Toyota

By Timothy Boyer on November 22, 2024 - 3:17PM

A new Rav4 owner discovers the risks of Toyota Free Maintenance checks with an unusual service recommendation.

Tesla Sets a New Record for Quickest Bricked Cybertruck – Zero Customer Driven Miles & the Cybertruck is Already Dead & Needs a Full Battery Pack Replacement

By Tinsae Aregay on November 22, 2024 - 2:28PM

A Cybertruck owner from Idaho says his Cybertruck requires a full battery pack replacement even before Tesla could deliver it to him. A bricked Cybertruck with zero customer-driven miles is a new record for the EV maker.

The Hyundai Palisade offers immense value for money in the luxury SUV market

Why According To A Reputable Publication, Hyundai Is The Best SUV Brand For 2025

By Dimitar Angelov on November 22, 2024 - 1:04PM

US News says Hyundai is ahead of Toyota and Mazda thanks to a stout selection of ICE and BEV crossovers and SUV models. Here's why.

My Tesla Model Y Police Car Is Too Cramped, Too Hard to Charge and Too Expensive to Up Fit with Equipment, It’s Nearly Unusable As A Squad Car

By Denis Flierl on November 22, 2024 - 10:53AM

Here is one police department's story of its Tesla Model Y, which it purchased to comply with zero-emissions mandates in California. The police officers who drive it say it's nearly unusable in real life.

Ford F-150 Is the Best CPO 1/2 Ton Pickup Says Vincentric, But It’s the Slow-Selling Lightning EV Which They Are Paying Dealers To Move Out

By Denis Flierl on November 22, 2024 - 7:22AM

It's not a surprise that the Ford F-150 received the best certified pre-owned award. It is a surprise it's the Ford F-150 Lightning. Dealers can't sell the EV, and Ford is paying them to move it out. Here is why it's excellent for truck shoppers.

Hyundai Agrees The Shattered Glass On My Ioniq 5 Wasn't Caused By Impact And Is Replacing It

By Armen Hareyan on November 21, 2024 - 7:19PM

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner reports a shattered glass issue and says Hyundai is taking warranty action.

This Is How Honda Overtook Toyota As The 2025 Best Vehicle Brand, But Whether Honda Is More Reliable Isn't a Simple Question

By Dimitar Angelov on November 21, 2024 - 5:05PM

A reputable publication crowned Honda the best vehicle brand for 2025, and I took a look at how it happened.

Ram 1500 and Ford Ranger Will Battle it Out for 2025 Truck of the Year

By Mary Conway on November 21, 2024 - 12:22PM

The finalists were just announced for the North American Car, Truck and Utility of the year. The full-size Ram 1500 will compete with the midsize Ford Ranger for the prestigious title.

My Cybertruck Has Been In The Tesla Shop For 3 Weeks After 4 Days of Ownership. They Have No Idea What's Wrong and I Pay For Insurance

By Armen Hareyan on November 21, 2024 - 10:02AM

Michael's Cybertruck was dead after 4 days and is still in the shop after 3 weeks. He was given a Model Y loaner and pays for Cybertruck insurance he doesn't have.

Toyota Has 3 Of the Most Dangerous Cars and One Pickup In New Study

By Denis Flierl on November 21, 2024 - 7:45AM

Which are the most dangerous cars? A new report from iSeeCars reveals Toyota has three of the deadliest cars and one truck on the list. Check out all 23 models in my report. These vehicles are up to five times more likely to have had a fatal crash.

Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, WRX Pull Down 3 ALG Residual Value Awards, “The Best at Providing Long-Term Value”

By Denis Flierl on November 21, 2024 - 6:49AM

Subaru just won three new 2025 model-year residual value awards from ALG, which shows Subaru's impressive value. See why they are the top value picks for new car shoppers.