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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.

Honda Race Development Civic WTCC
Honda Civic will dominate WTCC racing in 2014
By Parks McCants on
While we have but a sneak peek at this years 2014 Honda Performance Development's WTCC Civic, it’s enough to push the viewers imagination into overdrive. The car is absolutely stunning.
Lamborghini Veneno Roadster on the Cavour
Lamborghini Veneno Roadster unveiled in the most exclusive way possible
By Aaron Turpen on
How do you unveil a new Lamborghini? On an aircraft carrier, of course. The world premier of the Lamborghini Veneno Roadster happened in Abu Dhabi on the Marina Militare's Portaerei Cavour.
Tesla Store
Tesla fans cheer important win in direct sales fight
By John Goreham on
Tesla is fighting dealer groups all over America for the right to sell its cars to the public with no middle man. In Ohio Tesla has just won an important fight.
2014 IS 250
Lexus fixes the only problem with its new 2014 IS 350 and IS 250
By John Goreham on
The new Lexus IS 350 and IS 250 launch has gone exceedingly well for Lexus. This month the company resolved the only remaining challenge.
Nissan logo chromed
Nissan sets new Nov sales record, has already trounced 2012 numbers. Here's why
By Aaron Turpen on
Automakers are mostly flying high right now, seeing sales jump over last year as economic recovery begins. The company, of course, says this is because of high consumer demand. Is that the real reason?
"Hondalink" smartphone capability
Missing Android interface capability will stall 2014 Civic sales
By Parks McCants on
Amid much fanfare, Honda and Google announced “HondaLink” smartphone like monitor capabilities of the 2014 Civic Ex and future 2015 Honda Fit. Sadly for many of us was the disclosure that while Apple would interface with the car, my Droid and Galaxy 3 will not.
2014 Kia Soul helping sales numbers
Kia Sales Numbers Look Rosy, But There's Trouble
By Keith Griffin on
Kia is out with its sales numbers for 2013, and everything appears to be good, but there could be trouble ahead for the Korean manufacturer because sales overall are lagging behind 2012 numbers at this point.
The 2015 Ford Mustang on the cover of Autoweek
The 2015 Ford Mustang Looks Awesome on the Cover of Autoweek
By Patrick Rall on
While Ford Motor Company has gone to pretty impressive lengths to keep the 2015 Ford Mustang under wraps until the global debut this coming Thursday morning, the December 9th copy of Autoweek has let the preverbal cat out of the bag – revealing the next generation Mustang from every angle and killing much of the anticipation around the December 5th debut.
2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Mercedes dealers pampering S-Class buyers with $2,500 perks is brilliant
By Denis Flierl on
Mercedes-Benz has authorized its U.S. dealers to spend up to $2,500 to keep its 2014 S-Class buyers happy after the purchase.
Most reliable Hyundai Elantra 2012
Hyundai Ranked Best by CarMD in Overall Reliability; Toyota Drops
By Keith Griffin on
In a boost to a quality reputation that has been battered recently by a top executive being dismissed and a series of recalls, Hyundai has come out on top in the 2013 CarMD Vehicle Health Index Manufacturer Reliability Rankings in spite of its quality slipping a little bit.
Toyota Prius V
Toyota joins Tesla in race for affordable green car you won't hate
By John Goreham on
Toyota and Tesla are both trying to create a compelling, emotional green car that will sell in huge numbers. Who will do it first?
2015 Hyundai Genesis on the Nurburgring
2015 Hyundai Genesis Debuts on Korean TV Smoking Nürburgring
By Keith Griffin on
A Korean language television commercial has just debuted showing the 2015 Hyundai Genesis smoking its way around the famous German test track called Nürburgring. It's an inspiring bit of footage for a lot of reasons.
2013 Honda Fit
Did Honda's 2013 Civic and Fit earn Consumer Reports top ten reliability rating?
By Parks McCants on
With industry wide accolades piled on the brand, it comes as little surprise to the Honda loyal that the 2013 Civic and Fit made Consumer Report's list for most reliable cars priced under $25,000. With a handful of short comings noted in both models, does Honda belong on the list?
Chazcron Rendering courtesy of Mustang6g.com
The 2015 Ford Mustang to Debut on Good Morning America
By Patrick Rall on
If you are not one of the lucky individuals who will be present for the introduction of the 2015 Ford Mustang at one of the six locations this coming Thursday fear not – as the newest generation Mustang will also make its grand debut on the set of Good Morning America.
The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible Premier Edition
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Premier Edition Will Have Everyone Green with Envy
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors has announced that when the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible launches in early 2014, there will be a limited number of “Premier Edition” models that are fitted with a long list of features, Lime Rock Green exterior paint with a tan top and a hefty price tag – although the many features and the sheer exclusivity of this package makes it well worth the price.
Tesla Service
Tesla Motors' biggest strength could become its biggest weakness
By John Goreham on
Tesla’s biggest advantage over competitors is its direct sales and service model. As a luxury automaker serving only elite customers this is a huge plus for Tesla, but might hurt the brand badly when it builds its Gen III mass-market car.
2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Is the 2014 Mercedes S-Class the finest car in the world?
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has been chosen as the first ever China Car of the Year by the Chief Editors’ Club. This isn't the first award the luxury saloon has received.
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class and GLA Edition 1
2015 Mercedes GLA offers broad scope for individualization
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class and GLA Edition 1 goes on sale in Europe and comes with a multitude of options for individualization.
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class and GLA Edition 1
The multi-talented Mercedes GLA-Class is ready to launch
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class and GLA Edition 1 is launching in Europe in March and is available for sale now.
2014 Subaru Forester
Three reasons why Subaru Forester continues to pile up awards
By Denis Flierl on
The 2014 Subaru Forester has been named Best SUV in the Yahoo Autos Car of the Year awards.
Nissan NV200 van
Nissan NV200 sees small recall
By Aaron Turpen on
The Nissan NV200 is undergoing a voluntary recall for a wiring harness issue. Only a handful of the up-and-coming commercial van are subject to the safety recall.
Tesla Model S
The huge changes Tesla needs to make to achieve its mission
By John Goreham on
Tesla cannot achieve its mission of a compelling, mass-market car using the Model S design type. Batteries are not Tesla's main problem. Here are the changes it needs to make, and the one way the company can do what it has set out to do.
2013 Honda Accord Coupe
Why 2103 Honda Accord is #1 in North America
By Parks McCants on
With much competition in the midsize sedan and coupe class, I decided to look to factory recall totals for a possible answer. Is the Accord the most trouble- free car on the market today leading to record sale? Let the numbers tell the story.
2014 Scion FR-S
Why Scion needs an FR-S Turbo and tC Turbo to survive
By John Goreham on
Lexus has confirmed a new turbocharged 2.0 liter engine for its upcoming small crossover. That engine could make the next generation Scion FR-S the perfect sports coupe and invigorate tC sales. Toyota needs to do something bold if Scion is to survive.
2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid puts up huge numbers
By John Goreham on
The 2014 Toyota Highlander has some impressive numbers and we aren’t just talking about fuel economy.
2014 Subaru Forester
Subaru celebrates 1 millionth Forester sold in the United States
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru announces they have recently sold their 1 millionth Subaru Forester in the U.S. market. It was the fourth-generation 2014 Forester to push the SUV over the top.
2014 Maserati Ghibli
2014 Maserati Ghibli receives IIHS Top Safety Pick
By Aaron Turpen on
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety named the 2014 Maserati Ghibli as a 2013 Top Safety Pick after crash testing on the all-new Italian car completed.
2014 Accent, Exterior, Hyundai Motor America
Bland but Good Hyundai Accent Top 10 in Reliability
By Keith Griffin on
The 2013 Hyundai Accent SE has been named one of the 10 most reliable cars under $25,000 according to Consumer Reports. This good but reliable sub-compact is the only Korean car to make the list.
2015 Toyota Camry
Toyota's Confirmation of Camry Changes in 2015 and Our Updated Predictions
By John Goreham on
Toyota's group Vice President confirms that the 2015 model year will be a year of change for the Camry. Based on his comments, here are our updated predictions for the America’s number one selling car.
2015 Subaru WRX
Is demand for 2015 WRX already falling short of expectations?
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Australia is giving its first 100 customers a chance to pre-order the new 2015 WRX online. But initial responce is disappointing.
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