TorqueNews Hot Topics (Page 8)

Ford's CEO Jim Farley says he doesn't want to give up his Chinese EV. Does he love it more than the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Bronco SUV, or F-150 pickup? Find out what he said and why he won't give up his Chinese EV. 

Last year, the Subaru Outback was the top-selling carline for Subaru of America. Now, the popular midsize is being overtaken by the smaller Crosstrek. The Outback still holds one thing over the Forester. 

In case you needed more proof that Toyota is reviving the FJ Cruiser, here it is.

Fisker Inc, the maker of the Ocean electric vehicle, hired a North Korean spy who funneled millions of dollars to North Korea's ballistic missile program. Here are the chilling details.

Following in GEICO’s footsteps, more insurance companies are dropping Cybertruck policies. One such individual who lost his Cybertruck coverage says his insurer cited the "high cost of replacing Cybertruck parts" as the main reason.

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is good now and getting better. The Crosstrek appears to be unbeatable. What happened in October sent it soaring even higher, and what's next for the hot subcompact SUV could launch it into greatness. 

What happens when a Subaru salesperson fails to disclose every detail about your new 2024 Impreza RS hatch? Bob was in disbelief when he discovered crucial information during the post-sale walk around. Here is his enlightening story. 

A new report from iSeeCars reveals that Toyota has the highest percentage of long-term owners at the brand level and is ranked number one as the most-loved now. Which are the most-loved Toyota models? Why is the Toyota RAV4 ranked so low?

The wait time to buy a Cybertruck has shrunk from months to weeks to days. It now takes Tesla less than 10 days to build and deliver a brand new $79,990 Cybertruck. This raises concerns that Tesla might soon run out of Cybertruck buyers.

Musk says flying cars are coming but we’ve actually had them for around a century, they just sucked. But we are making incredible progress and if we can get AI into a scaled-up air-traffic-control and get a high-density lightweight battery solution.

While the Aptera may be the closest thing we now have to the EV of the future, it isn’t yet the ideal EV for the present except for some unique use cases that could be strong enough, if the company focuses, to carry the company through to that future.

The amount of EV misinformation is increasing, and EVs are having growing pains, but the market remains relatively strong. For most countries, the full pivot to EVs is around a decade out.

Ford Motor Co. is paying its U.S. dealers to take F-150 Lightning pickups from its new EV distribution centers. Find out how much they receive in incentives and what it means for new truck shoppers now.

Rather than buy new cars, Richard drives older vehicles. His wife drives an older Subaru Forester, and he recently purchased a 12-year-old Mini Cooper. Here is Richard's story that many readers can identify with.

These trends are no longer common in the SUV segment, but Toyota among other carmakers, may be bringing them back.

The 2024 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show runs next week, Nov. 5 – Nov. 8 in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is one of the biggest automotive events in the nation and Mopar is making sure Ram trucks get noticed.

Tesla’s lead Cybertruck engineer, Wes Morrill, has clarified the Cybertruck tow hitch’s small 160 lb vertical load rating. Wes explains how the vertical load rating changes with distance and says, “The 11,000 lbs tow rating isn’t absolute.”

The 30th anniversary Subaru Outback rolls out in Japan with some unique STI parts and a few more surprises for Japanese customers. Check out the last run of the Outback before it goes away forever.

A group of Cybertruck owners brainstorm ideas on how to make their trucks appear less politically polarizing. The fear is they will be singled out for politically motivated violence after the election results are out.

What are the best winter, snow, all-season, and off-road tires for your Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek vehicle? Do you really need winter or snow tires on your all-wheel-drive SUV? I'll answer those questions and more here. 

Multiple Cybertruck owners report receiving negative comments from Toyota Prius drivers on the road. Looking at the issue a bit more, there appears to be a major divide taking place in the electric vehicle world.

Which new models will you find more of on Subaru retailers' lots now? Which Subaru models will have the best deals? Find out if you should buy now or wait to buy a new Outback, Crosstrek, or Forester. I'll dive into the details here. 

These used Toyota models are worth keeping an eye on if you want an versatile arsenal of versatile, fun, and reliable vehicles

There's a settlement in the massive Subaru defective fuel pump lawsuit. The class action covers many Subaru model years, including the Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent, Impreza, Legacy, WRX, and BRZ. Here's what customers need to know. 

Which new cars are the best for your teen driver? If you are looking for the most affordable new sporty small SUV, the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is your best pick, according to Kelley Blue Book. Check out the eight best models. 

A Texas man went in to test drive a Toyota Tacoma and left the dealer with a $240 ticket from the local police. It's not the first time the Toyota dealer failed to put a temporary license plate on a test drive; here is Daniel's amazing story. 

Tesla has adopted a new much more aggressive Cybertruck sales strategy as it tries to reach new buyers. Tesla is directly reaching out to people who have never shown interest towards the all-electric truck and is advertising a lower $74,490 price.

Subaru Corporation will start with the Forester compact SUV and then the Crosstrek subcompact SUV for its next-generation hybrid system. They will arrive in Japan first, but they were designed to meet the power needs of U.S. customers. 

The next-generation Toyota Supra confirmed to be all-Japanese, as Toyota ends its partnership with BMW

Which car brands are the most loved by their owners? Here are the six most-loved car brands in America. Two surprise car brands are now ranked higher than Subaru. Is Subaru losing its high standing?