TorqueNews Hot Topics (Page 9)

GM is downplaying the competitive threat from Chinese companies which are currently outperforming them. The tariffs that are protecting GM will eventually be bypassed or eliminated. GM has to prepare better to avoid other problems.

In the IIHS' latest batch of safety ratings, two more Subaru vehicles qualify for Top Safety Pick awards. Subaru now has five models that are the safest. See which models are still left out.

TOPS, or Trillions of Operations Per Second, will increasingly be more relevant to how we measure cars than HP or any other metric as automobiles and their functions become smarter than we currently are.

Jaguar's management is frustrated by the problems related to converting to all-electric cars. This is their own fault because they failed to learn from Tesla and failed to both define and adhere to the critical path that Tesla’s success defined.

The Subaru WRX's sales performance looks substandard more now than ever. And it may get worse before it gets better. What's next for the struggling WRX?

What can you expect from the new Subaru Forester Hybrid when it arrives next year? Subaru has made a deliberate choice to keep the all-new compact SUV straightforward and user-friendly. Here's a glimpse of what hybrid enthusiasts can look forward to. 

The Subaru Legacy will be only around for another six months, and then it's gone. Before it leaves, the sedan is dying a slow death. Is it too late to save it?

How easy are Subaru vehicles to maintain? Here is new information for Subaru owners and buyers about maintaining your new Subaru. Which Subaru maintenance items can you do yourself? 

When I thought the Subaru Impreza was dead, it came back to life. What happened to the Impreza in August? Is the Impreza back?

There's a new Subaru Forester STI Sport, but it's not heading to the U.S.; it's bound for Australia. The sporty new limited edition Forester has me dreaming of what could be.

After all the criticisms concerning the Cybertruck’s off-roading ability, Elon Musk has highlighted a new video where the Cybertruck rescues a stuck Toyota Tacoma from a muddy pit. In the video, you can also see the Cybertruck clear the course easily.

Is the Subaru Ascent on its way out? Its sales continue to drop, and it could be on the chopping block. Here's what the future of the Ascent looks like now.

Consumer Reports likes the new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. They like it a lot. They just ranked the Crosstrek the number one small SUV you can buy. So why are they still confused with the new subcompact SUV? 

A Cybertruck owner says Tesla Engineers told him to stop complaining and that it was just a cosmetic issue when he showed them his ill-fitting doors. However, the door flung open on the highway next to where his 1-year-old daughter was sitting.

The 2025 Subaru Forester's sales decline as the remodeled compact SUV makes its U.S. retailers launch. Is Subaru worried? I'll explain why and where the new Forester compact SUV will go from here. 

How is Subaru doing in the electric vehicle race? They've been making significant strides, especially with the recent collaboration with Panasonic Energy. Let's delve into their proactive EV game plan.

The Subaru Outback was the top-selling model in Subaru of America's all-wheel-drive lineup last year, but it could lose its top status in 2024. See what model just overtook the popular Outback. 

When I thought I'd seen everything, the Subaru Crosstrek sets another best-ever record. How far can the Crosstrek go? The sky is the limit.

Maintaining your new Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, Forester, or another model is essential, but one maintenance item is often neglected. See what it is and how it can make you sick if it's not changed regularly. 

How does Subaru of America achieve success? They do it in threes. The Camden, N.J. automaker just posted another all-time monthly sales record. See which Subaru SUV is the hottest model now. 

BYD had a great quarter while Polestar tanked and lost its CEO, here we look at the brand strength of both companies and why BYD is doing better.

The Celestiq is an awesome car but at $350K it prices well above Cadillac’s price range and if they don’t fund an effort similar to what Mercedes did with the Maybach, which will be very difficult for them, this car will be a spectacular failure.

Toyota and Tesla, with a ton of help, make Lithium-Ion batteries last 50% to 70% longer with the only impact on manufacturing being they can build them faster. This is an unusual two-for-one.

Looking at my past Jaguar I-Pace and my 2022 Audi E-Tron GT, electric cars appear to be advancing very quickly.

The Hyundai N Vision 74 Hydrogen Lab is a rolling wonder, but the ship has sailed on Hydrogen power for vehicles.

Subaru brought the new Layback in Japan, but it isn't selling. Should the Japanese automaker bring the turbocharged sport wagon to the U.S. market, and would it sell here? I think it would be a hot new offering.

What are the best new small SUVs for under $30,000? Here are Consumer Reports' top ten picks, and I'll explain why the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is CR's top choice over them all. 

A Cybertruck owner shares his satisfaction with how quickly Telsa was able to repair his truck. His Cybertruck needed a lot of work after electrocution risk was identified; however, Tesla was able to diagnose & fix the issue in a single business day.

Which are the best new and used vehicles for college students? Here are Kelley Blue Book's top ten picks, and I'll explain why a new or used Subaru Crosstrek should be on your shopping list. 

The WRX performance car is synonymous with Subaru, but the sports sedan is a dying breed. Will it survive the new automotive trends? Subaru says yes.