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These are the vehicles of TorqueNews readers. If you want to have your car, truck or SUV featured here on TorqueNews, send us some pictures and information on your vehicle to THIS EMAIL and your ride might end up on this page.

By Armen Hareyan on March 28, 2025 - 2:50PM
A brand-new Cybertruck, a son’s heartfelt decision, and a father who spent his life giving to others. This is the kind of story that restores your faith in love, gratitude, and the joy of giving.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 28, 2025 - 1:04PM
Some Nissan Z owners wonder if their sports cars don't have a transmission issue, as many report notchiness, and some even claim their manual transmission grinds on third gear.
By Narek Hareyan on March 27, 2025 - 9:51PM
I'm seriously tempted to buy a Chevy Silverado with nearly 200,000 miles, but there's one crucial thing holding me back, and I need your advice.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 27, 2025 - 8:53AM
A Toyota dealership tried to charge a 2025 Toyota Tundra owner for a minor issue that should fall under warranty.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 25, 2025 - 12:12PM
Fellow Aston Martin owners and enthusiasts chime in with sollutions as this 2015 V-8 Vantage experiences a long-standind issue.
By Narek Hareyan on March 24, 2025 - 10:24PM
A casual Facebook scroll turned my Chevy Bolt's navigation routine upside down, now my EV road trips feel easier, smarter, and far less stressful.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 24, 2025 - 8:50AM
A Toyota dealer tastefully modifies the J250 Land Cruiser with features it should have come from the factory.
By Narek Hareyan on March 21, 2025 - 8:49PM
This Amazon Studios-branded Rivian R1S towing a mobile electric powerplant could revolutionize film production, silent, clean energy on the move! But does towing the power source defeat its purpose? Let’s dive in
By Dimitar Angelov on March 13, 2025 - 8:47AM
A Honda CR-V owner that has always stuck to the factory maintenance intervals may have dodged a bullet, as a repair shop may have attempted an unethical practice under pretext of supposed “gunk” in the engine.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 12, 2025 - 8:21AM
The 10R80 automatic has a quirk, known by some. Owners coming from older Mustang generations are puzzled, but actually, there is a good reason for this feature.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 12, 2025 - 4:20AM
Toyota Probox is the epitome of simplicity and dependability in personal transportation, and here's why this should be the next model the Japanese brand reimagines.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 10, 2025 - 4:37PM
Nobody buys the Subaru BRZ looking for comfort, but there have been some complaints about this for some time, and some owners may have found a solution.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 10, 2025 - 6:00AM
Old Toyotas, while famed for their reliability, are not exempt from small, irritating issues. Here are some good pointers if your 2014 RAV4 has this issue.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 5, 2025 - 10:41AM
Owners knock on Toyota's reliability as Tacomas, less than two years old, are experiencing unusual problems. But are owners right to be upset, or can some of it be negligence?
By Dimitar Angelov on February 28, 2025 - 10:08AM
A few owners are starting to experience a minor but frustrating issue with their Hyundai Palisade SUV. So far, there is no proven, universal solution.
By Dimitar Angelov on February 28, 2025 - 7:15AM
Cross-shopping the Toyota 4Runner and Honda Passport? Here's why this “apples to oranges” comparison, could be swaying in favor of Honda's midsize SUV.
By Timothy Boyer on February 26, 2025 - 2:19PM
Do you love your Tesla but hate Elon? "Don't get mad, get Elon" is the message behind the recent advice of one Tesla owner who found a way to reconcile his strong mixed feelings about Tesla and Musk politics.
By Dimitar Angelov on February 26, 2025 - 5:38AM
This is not an isolated issue as other 2024 Toyota Tacoma owners are experiencing it too. In some cases, even the dealerships don't know what the problem is.
By Dimitar Angelov on February 25, 2025 - 10:27AM
People are willing to trade in their Land Cruiser hybrid for different SUVs from the same company, and according to some owners, there is a good reason for it.
By Denis Flierl on February 25, 2025 - 10:10AM
Is the expected wait time at a Tesla collision center six months? A Tesla Cybertruck owner says his truck was in an accident in December, and he's still waiting to get it fixed. He's frustrated and asks what other Tesla owner experiences are like.
By Dimitar Angelov on February 21, 2025 - 4:34AM
If you are considering a used sports car, there are a few important things you need to be aware of. I am sharing my experience with a 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
By Dimitar Angelov on February 20, 2025 - 9:46AM
RPM play can be a sign that your engine periphery may be going bad, but this Toyota Tacoma owner may be in luck.
By Dimitar Angelov on February 18, 2025 - 9:43AM
With the GS discontinued and the IS being too small, the ES300h might be the best Lexus sedan you can buy, if you are looking for a reliable, luxury commuter car, and are willing to sacrifice some performance for fuel economy.
By Dimitar Angelov on January 31, 2025 - 5:22AM
This 2006 Lexus RX400h owner experienced a seemingly catastrophic issue that may turn out to be a relatively easy fix.
By Dimitar Angelov on January 30, 2025 - 10:03AM
A Lexus GX550 Overtrail owner's attempts to prepare for the winter prompt me to do research on whether snow chains are a good idea or not.
By Dimitar Angelov on January 28, 2025 - 5:07AM
A 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe owner reports leakage in the engine bay. Is it something to be concerned about?
By Dimitar Angelov on January 22, 2025 - 6:39AM
If you are looking to buy a used Tesla or any EV, this will give you a good idea of what to expect from the battery in terms of range and longevity.
By Dimitar Angelov on January 22, 2025 - 5:17AM
The weird noise came after 5,500 miles. Honda dealership says it is the high-pressure fuel pump and it's normal, but I am less convinced.
By Dimitar Angelov on January 16, 2025 - 3:16PM
Porsche's pricing has people on Reddit scratching their heads on which 992.2 Carrera variant is worth what Porsche is asking.
By Dimitar Angelov on January 14, 2025 - 6:04AM
80,000 miles seems too early for a Toyota Corolla to give such issues.