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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.

2025 GMC Sierra in the snow
2025 GMC Sierra Transmission Fails at 12,500 Miles; This Owner Is Furious Over the Dealer’s 'Weak Fix'
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 GMC Sierra owner with just 12,500 miles faces a major transmission failure. The dealer's suggested "weak fix" is a red flag. Read why I think the flush is a stall tactic and what other owners are experiencing.
2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance
Tesla Model 3 Owner Says, “At First, I Hated Tesla, Until I Drove This MP3, Then It Was Game Over, I Just Got Rid of a Nightmare 2024 Hyundai Elantra N That Was a Lemon Buy-Back”
By Denis Flierl on
A former Tesla skeptic reveals how a "literal hell" 15-month lemon law battle with a 2024 Hyundai Elantra N led to a $300/month Tesla Model 3 Performance deal that changed everything. He was close-minded until he drove it; now it's game over.
2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack
Why a Major British Publication Calls the 2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK America's Top Car
By Mary Conway on
Topgear.com is out with its annual awards. See why the 2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK beats the other contenders.
2023 Toyota Tundra
2023 Toyota Tundra Owner Says, “24K and I’m Getting a New Engine, No Issues With Toyota, They Loaned Me a 2025 TRD, and I’ll Get Mine Back in 3 Months”
By Denis Flierl on
24K miles and a dead engine? One 2023 Toyota Tundra owner just faced the ultimate nightmare, but Toyota’s response is shocking the truck world. From "loud knocks" to a shiny 2025 TRD loaner, is this a total disaster or a win for brand loyalty?
2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E in Star White Metallic parked on a suburban driveway, front three-quarter low angle view with a brick house and bare trees in the background.
Mustang Mach-E Owner Says a Sudden “Stop Safely Now” Failure Led to a Full High-Voltage Battery Rebuild, Broken Bolts, and a Month-Long Repair Limbo
By Noah Washington on
After a sudden "thunk" and a "Stop Safely Now" alert left his family stranded on a highway, a Mach-E owner discovered his battery pack was so badly damaged it "looked like a nuke went off."
2023 Toyota Camryin Guard Metallic on a hydraulic lift in a repair shop, front three-quarter view showing the full car body and surrounding tools.
After 9,700 Miles, a 2025 Camry Hybrid XSE Owner Says a Simple $220 Gloss-Black Grille Swap Was the Mod the Car “Should’ve Had From the Factory”
By Noah Washington on
After 9,700 miles, a 2025 Camry owner swapped his color-matched grille for a gloss-black version, calling it the one mod the car "should’ve had from the factory."
2025 Toyota Prius Limited in Reservoir Blue driving down a suburban street, front three-quarter view with motion blur and trees lining the road.
2024 Prius Prime Owner Says His Car Was “Dead on Delivery” and Is Now on Its Third 12-Volt Battery at 19,000 Miles, While Toyota “Seems Content” to Just Swap Batteries
By Noah Washington on
After his 2024 Prius Prime was "dead on delivery," one owner is now on his third 12-volt battery in just 19,000 miles.
Map of U.S. showing EV adoption per capita
I Wanted to Find Out Which States Are the Most EV Friendly and the Results Surprised Me
By Chris Johnston on
Looking past headlines and politics, the real EV friendly states emerge from the numbers.
White 2024 Ram 1500 pickup truck shown from a front three-quarter view, parked on gravel with trees in the background, featuring chrome accents and alloy wheels.
My 2025 Ram 1500 May Be My Last Mopar After a Lifetime of Loyalty Because I Couldn’t Even Reach 3,000 Miles Before the Gauge Cluster Failed
By Aram Krajekian on
After decades of Mopar loyalty, one owner says his 2025 Ram 1500 turned into a waiting-room problem before 3,000 miles. With a failed gauge cluster and no parts in sight, he’s questioning whether staying loyal still makes sense.
The VW ID. Buzz is discontinued
Another One Bites the Dust - After Delivering Less Than 6,000 Vans, VW Pulls Plug On ID. Buzz For US Market
By John Goreham on
The ID. Buzz battery-electric minivan is the latest EV to be canceled.
Tesla Kills Cheap Tesla
Grinch or Genius? Tesla Abruptly Ends the $299 Model 3 Lease, Signaling 2026 Price Hikes and a Hard Pivot in Strategy
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla stunned shoppers by cutting its cheapest Model 3 lease deal early on December 18. This move suggests looming price hikes and forces a re-evaluation of Tesla’s long-term sales strategy and brand image challenges.
The Lucid Recharged CPO Program
The Missing Piece: Why Lucid Motors' New "Lucid Recharged" CPO Program is a Critical Coming-of-Age Moment for the Luxury EV Upstart
By Rob Enderle on
Lucid Motors has launched its "Lucid Recharged" CPO program. This article explores why certified pre-owned options are vital for startup health, buyer confidence, residual values, and Lucid’s maturation as an automaker.
Rivian's New AI Processor
Rivian Cuts the Cord: Stock Surges as "Autonomy Processor" Signals a High-Stakes Break from Nvidia and a Push for Vertical Supremacy
By Rob Enderle on
Rivian shares soared after unveiling its proprietary "Rivian Autonomy Processor," signaling a strategic shift away from suppliers like Nvidia. This move toward vertical integration offers significant advantages but carries substantial development risks.
Ford's EV Layoffs
Ford’s $19.5 Billion U-Turn: Abandoning Large EVs for a Hybrid and Truck-Centric Future
By Rob Enderle on
Ford’s pivot from large EVs to hybrids and trucks is a necessary financial reality check. We analyze the $1.9 billion shift, implications for US electrification, and why hybrids are Ford's crucial bridge forward.
GM's EV Pivot
GM’s 1,700 Job Cuts at Fairfax Are a Wake-Up Call: Why the EV Transition Is Stalling and What It Means for Detroit vs. The World
By Rob Enderle on
GM’s 1,700 job cuts at its Fairfax plant signal a major industry pivot. As demand softens, GM and Ford are recalibrating their EV strategies, risking momentum against Tesla and global competitors.
US Flying Cars Get A DOT Boost
Cleared for Takeoff: The US DOT’s New 2035 National Strategy Finally Gives Advanced Air Mobility the Roadmap It Needs to Soar
By Rob Enderle on
The US DOT’s new national strategy for Advanced Air Mobility provides a crucial roadmap for air taxis. This column analyzes its impact on timelines, remaining infrastructure hurdles, global competition, and the future of personal flight.
2022 GMC Sierra
“I’m Done With My Baby Duramax”: 2022 GMC Sierra AT4 Owner Says He’s Switching to a 2025 Ford F-150 After Repeat Engine Failures
By Denis Flierl on
A GMC Sierra AT4 owner is trading in his Duramax for a 2025 Ford F-150 Lariat after repeat "Check Engine" failures. From "seats that suck" to coolant valve nightmares, find out why this high-mileage driver is ditching GM for Ford’s 5.0L V8.
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After 19,000 Miles, a Rivian R1S Owner Says OEM Pirelli Tires Were “Driving Me Loco,” While Michelin LTX Platinums Transformed the Ride
By Noah Washington on
After 19,000 miles, an R1S owner ditched his factory Pirelli tires because the vibration and road roar were "driving me loco," despite having thousands of miles of tread left.
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N in Performance Blue Matte on racetrack, front three-quarter view with mountains and green hills in background
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Owner Says “About 25% of the Used N’s for Sale Are Documented Lemons”, Most With Only 1k to 5K Miles, and Wonders If There’s a Wider Reliability Problem
By Noah Washington on
A flurry of low-mileage Ioniq 5 N buybacks has exposed the high-voltage battery system flaw currently plaguing Hyundai’s flagship performance car.
2024 Tesla Model 3 in Midnight Silver Metallic driving on a coastal highway, front three-quarter view with hillside and blue sky background
Tesla Model 3 Owner Says “Ranges Are Never True” After 80,000 Miles Bring Steering Rack Failure, Multiple Tire Replacements, and Real-World Range Shrinking to 250 Miles
By Noah Washington on
After 80,000 miles, a Model 3 owner says the "315-mile range is really 250" and warns that the cost of maintenance is far higher than the "zero-service" myth suggests.
Blue Ford F-150 Lightning in a car crusher
I Think the Cancellation of the F-150 Lightning is a Ford Failure, not an EV Failure
By Chris Johnston on
What the Ford F-150 Lightning got wrong and why its rivals are succeeding.
Close-up detail shot of a Ford F-150 truck's rear being dented in by a 2025 Tesla Model 3.
My New 2025 Tesla Model 3’s FSD Backed Into My Truck While Parking in My Driveway, and It Also Failed to Record the Incident
By Aram Krajekian on
A driveway mishap involving a 2025 Tesla Model 3 on Full Self-Driving highlights the challenges of low-speed autonomy and reignites discussion about why Tesla still calls the system “supervised.”
Image shows a Ford Escape being used as a shuttle
Ford’s Escape Has Always Outsold Its Entire EV Portfolio Combined, So Ford Canceled It To Build an EV
By John Goreham on
In a move that is hard to understand, Ford is killing off its only US-Made Compact Crossover, the Escape, despite stronger sales than a long list of other models.
Rivian R1T performing a tank turn in dirt
From The GMC Hummer EV’s Crabwalk, to the New Geely EX5’s Sideways Driving, These Are The Unexpected New Ways That EVs Can Maneuver
By Chris Johnston on
The GMC Hummer EV proves that steering can be entertainment and utility at the same time in ways gas trucks can’t match.
Tesla Cybertruck
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says His Truck Is Playing An Important Role In Identifying The Brown University Shooter – Shares That He’s The Reason Behind The Call For Tesla Owners In The Area To Contact The Authorities
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that, following the recent Brown University shooting, he contacted the FBI to report that his truck was parked near the scene. Soon after, the FBI responded and issued a call to all Tesla drivers in the area.
Toyota 4Runner sixth generation vs Toyota Land Cruiser J250
Is The Toyota 4Runner Just A Cut-price Land Cruiser?
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota may have shot itself in the leg, as the 4Runner could be seen as a better value for money than the J250 Land Cruiser.
2026 Nissan Z aerodynamic profile
I Am Excited About The 2027 Nissan Z As It Will Feature An Important Update
By Dimitar Angelov on
A mid-cycle refresh for the Nissan Z brings important improvements and foreshadows the brand's renewed efforts in making performance cars.
Photo of white 2026 Toyota BZ
I Like the New Toyota BZ Ad Campaign, It’s Brilliant and Simple, and Will Probably Be Successful
By Chris Johnston on
Why the new Toyota BZ campaign feels like a quiet reset for how EVs should be sold.
A GMC Sierra EV photographed during heavy snowfall at night, with its illuminated GMC badge visible through the swirling snow and yellow lights glowing in the background.
My GMC Sierra EV Has No Issues During Winter Storms, and It Just Handled 8–10 Inches of Snow Well
By Aram Krajekian on
After pushing through 8–10 inches of wet snow without trouble, one GMC Sierra EV owner adds a grounded perspective to the winter EV debate.
A white Chevrolet Blazer EV is shown from a front three-quarter angle in a parking lot, featuring distinctive black accents and two-tone alloy wheels.
I Love How My Chevy Blazer EV SS Looks, and When I Tell People It Makes 600 HP, They’re Shocked It Cost Me $47,000
By Aram Krajekian on
One Chevy Blazer EV owner says strangers constantly assume his SUV costs far more than it did, and while the performance impresses just about everyone, the instant acceleration has an unexpected side effect that not all passengers enjoy.
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