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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.

1976 Honda Accord the beginnings of an automotive revolution
2014 Honda Accord evolved from humble Civic lineage
By Parks McCants on
As earlier reported by Torque News, Honda’s Accord has won Car and Driver’s “10 Best Car” for 2014. For the Accord Hybrid we can add “green car of the year” and more. What makes the Accord such a recognizable value in the midsize auto classification?
2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS
Chevrolet to Drop Beige Convertible Top from Camaro Beyond 2014
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors has decided that they will discontinue the beige cloth top option for the Chevrolet Camaro Convertible after the 2014 model year – a move that shouldn’t come as much of a surprise due to the relatively low take rate of the light colored top.
100th Anniversary Edition Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger.
Dodge Celebrates 100 Years with a Pair of Striking Limited Edition Muscle Cars
By Patrick Rall on
The Dodge brand will turn 100 years old in 2014 and to commemorate this incredible milestone, the Dodge Charger and Challenger will both be available with a special 100th anniversary edition package that will be offered in limited quantities for the 2014 model year.
Mazda3 hybrid
Mazda3 hybrid will get more than 50 mpg, but sadly won't be sold in U.S.
By Brady Holt on
Mazda has unveiled a Japan-only hybrid version of the Mazda3 compact car, despite its apparent U.S.-market potential.
Hyundai Veloster R Spec LA Auto Show
Hyundai Finally Gets the Veloster Right with R Spec
By Keith Griffin on
Since its inception, fans have muttered that the Hyundai Veloster was underpowered without sufficient oomph to match its looks. Even the addition of a turbo had some doubting its sportiness but finally changes with the addition of an R Spec Veloster.
2014 Nissan Juke NISMO RS
2014 Juke NISMO RS unveiled in LA, our predictions were close
By Aaron Turpen on
We made some predictions about the 2014 Juke NISMO RS to be unveiled at the LA Auto Show and now that it's here, we can see that we were close on many counts. Even had we been wrong, though, this little powerhouse of awesomeness is jaw-dropping.
Presidnet Kennedy
5 facts about President Kennedy's limo you didn’t know
By John Goreham on
On a fateful day 50 years ago this November 22nd the world was forever changed. The car that played a role in that event is extremely interesting.
2015 Chevrolet Colorado
The 2015 Chevrolet Colorado Debuts in LA Ready to Take on Toyota and Nissan
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors continued to beef up their truck lineup at the 2013 LA Auto Show with the debut of the new 2015 Chevrolet Colorado – a midsized pickup that looks primed and ready to take on the popular midsized trucks from the Japanese competitors.
Nissan GT-R NISMO
Video of Nissan GT-R NISMO smashing Nurburgring goes viral
By Aaron Turpen on
A video in the Nissan Newsroom on YouTube features Michael Krumm, the storied race driver, putting the new GT-R NISMO to the track at Nurburgring and giving commentary about his and the car's performance as he shatters records. Check it out.
2015 Toyota Camry
2015 Toyota Camry and 2015 RAV 4 may have turbo power
By John Goreham on
With Lexus announcing a 2.0 liter turbo engine for its lineup it is only a matter of time before it migrates to the 2015 Camry and RAV 4.
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG
AMG does their magic on the new 2015 Mercedes GLA-Class
By Denis Flierl on
Mercedes-AMG will present the high-performance 2015 GLA45 AMG Concept SUV at the Los Angeles International Auto Show 2013.
2015 Subaru WRX
2015 Subaru WRX gets significant performance upgrades [video]
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX was unveiled yesterday at the Los Angeles Auto Show 2013 and gets significant performance and suspension upgrades.
2014 Mazda6
Mazdas get another flurry of awards
By Brady Holt on
The Mazda3 and Mazda6 are both award-winners.
Honda 2.0L VTEC Turbo 4 cylinder
Honda Civic type R VTEC engine inspires
By Parks McCants on
Despite the unveiling of Honda's off the planet fuel cell wizardry at the opening of the L.A. Auto Show, Wednesday found the world’s automotive press excitedly reporting Honda’s Civic type R. Apparently race -ready out of the box, the Civic type R hits 124 mph from a rolling start in 10 seconds. Torque News takes a look at the broad implications of the new power plant.
2014 SRT Viper Anodized Carbon Special Edition
The 2014 SRT Viper Anodized Carbon Special Edition is Awesome in LA
By Patrick Rall on
Among the big debuts at the ongoing Los Angeles Auto Show is the 2014 SRT Viper Anodized Carbon Special Edition – a super sinister looking limited edition package for the new Mopar supercar that will be available to just 50 buyers.
Vezel crossover for North America in spring 2014
Will U.S. buyers welcome mini Honda Vezel crossover in 2014?
By Parks McCants on
As reported Wednesday from the Tokyo Auto Show, Honda unveiled the Vezel mini- crossover. Tiny by any measure, the Vezel will be produced in Mexico sharing 2015 Fit components. Scheduled for production in the Spring of 2014, the question for me is. Does North America need or want another urban mini crossover?
2015 Subaru WRX LA Auto Show
2015 Subaru WRX styling falls short Legacy Concept looks better
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru has unveiled the all-new 2015 WRX at the Los Angeles Auto Show. But did the new WRX get the improved styling that the Legacy Concept got?
2014 Camaro rear
Camaro Chief Engineer Says No 4 Cylinder Camaro But What About a Hybrid?
By Patrick Rall on
Chevrolet Camaro Chief Engineer Al Oppenheiser stated recently that there will be no turbocharged 4-cylinder Camaro while he is overseeing the program – putting to bed any rumors that General Motors would introduce a 4-cylinder model to compete with the upcoming 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost models.
First 2015 Ford Mustang teaser
Ford Finally Teases the 2015 Mustang, but What Is It?
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company has released the first official image of the 2015 Ford Mustang but in fine teaser fashion, it is difficult to tell exactly what we are examining.
Lexus LF-NX Turbo
Lexus shatters tradition with new LF-NX Turbo compact crossover
By John Goreham on
Lexus breaks the mold with the new LF-NX compact sport crossover. With outrageous styling and a new 2.0 liter turbocharged four cylinder drivetrain, it will draw new buyers to the Lexus crossover line from BMW and Range Rover.
Hyundai Fuel Cell Vehicle European ix35
Hyundai Hydrogen Fuel Cell Tucson: Is U.S. Ready for It?
By Keith Griffin on
Hyundai boldly goes where no car company has gone before today with the introduction of the Hyundai Tucson Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show. It will be the first mass-marketed vehicle of its kind in the United States but are American consumers ready for it?
2014 Toyota Tundra
2014 Toyota Tundra and Tacoma embarrass F-150 and Silverado with resale value award win
By John Goreham on
Toyota taking the overall best resale brand award is no surprise. However, Toyota trucks won all the categories most coveted by Ford, GM, and Ram. Time for a wake-up call for F-150, Silverado and Ram?
2015 Subaru WRX reveal in LA
Will new-generation 2015 WRX alienate existing fans?
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru will unveil the all-new next-generation 2015 WRX today at the Los Angeles Auto Show. How will the new performance car be accepted by Subaru fans?
2015 Subaru Impreza WRX/STI
Subaru Won't Build WRX/STI in U.S. after Camry Contract Ends, Only Impreza
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru will start building the 2017 Impreza here in the U.S. after Camry production ends.
2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class four door coupe
Mercedes CLA-Class snaps 7 year streak by Japanese automakers
By Denis Flierl on
The Mercedes-Benz brand and the new 2014 CLA-Class receive ALG’s top Residual Value Awards honors.
Hyundai SantaFe Sport Accent Top for Residual Value
Two Hyundai Models Top for Residual Values
By Keith Griffin on
Residual values are something most auto buyers don’t think about because they focus on things like horsepower, fuel economy and monthly payments. However, if you're in the group that does, you might be comforted by the fact that Hyundai has two models - Accent and Santa Fe Sport - that top their class for residual value.
Honda Civic SI
2014 Civic Si to dominate U.S. sports coupe niche
By Parks McCants on
2014 appears to be the year of the Coupe as Torque News and others compare a plethora of quality engineered performance 2 door offering. The Civic Si stands out in the crowd as a tech laden, quick, reliable, easy to look at contender for small performance coupe of the year.
2015 Ford Mustang in Blue
The Multi-Continental 2015 Ford Mustang Debut to Take Place at 12:01am - but in What Time Zone?
By Patrick Rall on
Ford dropped a not to subtle hint earlier today about the December 5th debut of the 2015 Ford Mustang and the Motor Company has followed that up with more details of the world debut of the next generation Mustang.
Dodge Dart GT
Pentastar V6 Power Could be Just What the Dodge Dart Needs
By Patrick Rall on
According to the Mopar super-gurus at Allpar.com, Chrysler Group engineers are fiddling with the idea of fitting a Pentastar V6 into the compact Dodge Dart and considering the complaints from both consumers and the media alike – a power yet efficient V6 could be exactly what the Dart needs to better compete in the segment.
2014 Chevrolet Camaro 1LE
GM Halts 2014 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and 1LE Ordering for a Very Unusual Reason
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors has stopped accepting new orders for the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro in 1LE and ZL1 trim because the Goodyear high performance tires aren’t safe in winter conditions – which is probably a bummer for those Camaro buyers who live somewhere that doesn’t have a real winter.
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