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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.

2013 Volkswagen Passat Wolfsburg Edition
2013 Volkswagen Passat Wolfsburg Edition adds features and value
By John Goreham on
The new mid-2013 Volkswagen Passat Wolfsburg edition has content and pricing buyers cannot ignore.
Gasoline prices rise
AAA answers the question how high is too high for gas prices
By John Goreham on
AAA has concluded a study it thinks answers the question. But do American's even know the actual cost of gasoline? Do you?
The 2013 SRT Viper drag racing
2013 SRT Viper nears the 10 second quarter mile barrier in new video
By Patrick Rall on
A new video has hit the web showing a 2013 SRT Viper fitted with a set of drag radial tires and piloted by a driver with very little experience in the Viper rocketing down the quarter mile in the low 11 second range – aided by the Mopar supercar’s new launch control system.
Ferrari LaFerrari hybrid supercar at Auto Shanghai 2013
LaFerrari supercar takes Auto Shanghai 2013 by storm [video]
By Denis Flierl on
The new Ferrari LaFerrari hybrid supercar makes its China debut at Auto Shanghai 2013 and is the undisputed star of the show again.
Formula E in Los Angeles
Formula E takes electric car racing to Los Angeles for Earth Day
By David Herron on
The Formula E electric car racing Championship took to the streets of Los Angeles today to preview the 2014 launch of the racing series.
2014 Detroit Electric
Detroit Electric showing the worlds fastest electric car in Shanghai
By David Herron on
The Detroit Electric SP:01, billed as the world's fastest production electric car, is having its global public unveiling in Shanghai, ahead of production launch in August 2013.
GreenTech Automotive JAC Partnership
China's JAC will launch its first electric car in the US
By John Goreham on
JAC is an automobile manufacturer based in China. It plans to import its Rejoice EV and use GreenTech's motor, facility, and political clout to help make the car a reality.
Porsche signs tennis star Maria Sharapova as brand ambassador
By Anthony Faccenda on
Maria Sharapova can now add Porsche to her list of endorsement deals; a list that already includes Nike, Gatorade, Canon and Tropicana among others.
A 2014 SRT Viper GTS mule in GTS Blue
2014 SRT Viper mule caught with ACR style wheels, unique exhaust
By Patrick Rall on
Yesterday afternoon, we caught up with what appeared to be a 2014 SRT Viper GTS test mule in GTS Blue sporting some unusual round exhaust protruding through the side sills and a set of non-matching rear wheels similar to those used on the 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR - leading me to wonder if this test car might wear some of the features of the new American Club Racer Viper.
Nissan Leaf
Nissan and New York again announce electric Leafs as Taxis
By John Goreham on
Better late than never, Mayor Bloomberg and Nissan again announce that 6 Nissan Leafs will be used as New York city Taxis.
Scott Speed's GRC race car
Scott Speed wins X Games Global RallyCross Gold with incredible last turn pass (New Pictures)
By Patrick Rall on
Although the first Global RallyCross event of the 2013 season at X Games Brazil was packed full of championship rally racers from around the world – GRC newcomer and NASCAR/F1 regular Scott Speed pulled out an incredible last turn pass of GRC regular Toomas Heikkinen to claim X Games gold in his very first RallyCross race.
2014 Subaru Forester UK
2014 Subaru Forester quickly becoming most popular model
By Denis Flierl on
When Subaru launches the 2014 Forester in the UK next month, it will be the brands most popular model around the globe.
Mercedes-Benz Concept GLA previews GLA-Class
Mercedes GLA Concept previews forthcoming GLA-Class
By Denis Flierl on
Mercedes-Benz unveils the new Concept GLA at Auto Shanghai 2013 and it will likely preview the new compact premium SUV GLA-Class.
2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Mercedes A-Class attracts global buyers with smaller premium car
By Denis Flierl on
The successful new 2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is launching in China and returns to Auto Shanghai where it all began two years ago.
2014 Cadenza
2014 Kia Cadenza gets pricing, enters showrooms later this month
By Aaron Turpen on
Kia has released pricing details for its flagship premium sedan, touting it as the most powerful and technologically advanced Kia in the U.S. market, including class-leading interior room as well as two option packages.
2013 Subaru WRX STI Rally America and RallyCross
See what it takes to be a RallyCross driver [video]
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru takes their 2013 WRX STI and gets it ready for the Rally America and Rally Cross race season. Do you think you have what it takes?
2014 Ford Fiesta ST at Auto Shanghai 2013
Fast and furious 2014 Ford Fiesta ST advances global performance
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2014 Ford Fiesta ST is the latest hot hatch from Ford to be unveiled around the globe and makes its China debut at Auto Shanghai 2013.
The first wrecked 2013 SRT Viper
Chrysler engineer killed in first public 2013 SRT Viper crash
By Patrick Rall on
Details have emerged on seems to be the first crash of a 2013 SRT Viper on public roads and the sight of the wrecked American supercar comes with grim news as the one car accident claimed the life of veteran Chrysler Group engineer Martin Morse.
2013 Nissan Leaf
Leaf, Model S, leads Kelly Blue Book list of top 10 green cars
By David Herron on
After driving and testing nearly every new vehicle on the market today, KBB's editors have named the top 10 green cars on sale in the U.S.
2013 Nissan Pathfinder recall
Nissan recalls 2013 Pathfinder, Infiniti JX over faulty brakes
By Anthony Faccenda on
Nissan is recalling certain Pathfinder and Infiniti JX SUVs over front brake problem, which may lead to premature brake failure.
Iron Man 3 star Audi R8 e-tron with Robert Downey Jr
Iron Man 3 special screening features the Audi R8 E-tron and some guy named Robert Downey Junior
By Aaron Turpen on
The special screening debut of Iron Man 3 featured the star of the show, the Audi R8 E-tron. The E-tron greeted VIP guests as they came to see its film debut as Audi celebrated three successful film franchises with the R8 brand. Some guy in dark glasses also showed up.
Honda recalls 205k vehicles over roll away fears
By Anthony Faccenda on
Honda is recalling three 2012-2013 models over a shift problem, which may allow the vehicle to roll away.
2013 Ford C-MAX Energi
Ford and KB Home showing C-MAX Energi and smart grid at ZeroHouse
By David Herron on
Ford and KB Home are showing that electrified vehicles can be part of an energy saving lifestyle when combined with a house filled with solar panels and smart grid enabled appliances.
Tanner Foust with his custom Foust Edition F150 Raptor
TorqueNews Exclusive: Introducing the Tanner Foust Edition Ford F150 Raptor
By Patrick Rall on
The customized Ford F150 SVT Raptor shown on the right is the newest vehicle to wear the Tanner Foust name as the Top Gear host and champion of both the drift and rally worlds grows his high performance vehicle brand – the Foust Edition.
Lamborghini Aventador LP720-4 50 Anniversario Edition
The Golden celebration continues-meet the Lamborghini Aventador LP720-4 50 Anniversario Edition
By Patrick Rall on
The images on the right are the first of the new Lamborghini Aventador LP720-4 50 Anniversario Edition – a special limited edition supercar designed to help the Italian automaker continue its 50th anniversary celebration that kicked off with the debut of the Lamborghini Veneno last month.
VelociRaptor 600 takes 2013 Ford F150 Raptor to another level
The VelociRaptor 600 takes F150 Raptor to another level [video]
By Denis Flierl on
Want the ultimate muscle truck? The Hennessey VelociRaptor 600 Supercharged delivers both off-and-on road and takes the 2013 F150 Ford SVT Raptor to an incredible level of performance.
2015 Audi A3 Sedan
2015 Audi A3 world premiere will be live from Shanghai
By Denis Flierl on
The world premiere of the highly anticipated 2015 Audi A3 Sedan will be broadcast live from Auto Shanghai 2013 today.
The Swapalease wrapped Chevy Volt. Image courtesy of Scot hall, CEO.
Lease a Ford Fusion or Toyota Camry and save $2,000 per year over buying
By Don Bain on
Information released from AAA shows the cost of owning and operating a car is up to $9,122 annually for the average sedan, but according to Scot Hall of Swapalease, leasing a Ford Fusion or Toyota Camry can save you up to $2,000 per year.
The Chevy Cruze Diesel infographic
2014 Chevy Cruze Diesel offers best fuel economy of any non-hybrid in America
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors announced this morning that the new 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel will offer 46 miles per gallon on the highway – making the diesel powered Cruze the most efficient non-hybrid passenger car in America in terms of highway fuel economy.
Dubai Police Ferrari FF
Dubai Police force adds a Ferrari FF to its arsenal
By Anthony Faccenda on
The impressive Dubai Police fleet now consists of a Ferrari FF, a Lamborghini Aventador and a Chevy Camaro SS.
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