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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.

Scott Speed Wins Global RallyCross In Charlotte - Topi Officially Wins the Championship
By Patrick Rall on
The drivers of the Global RallyCross championship headed to Charlotte this past weekend for the second to last race of the 2013 season and in a day packed full of crashes and red flags – Scott Speed took his second win of the season while Toomas Topi Heikkinen official wrapped up the 2013 GRC Driver’s Championship.
Ram 1500 Rumble Bee
Chrysler Considering Production of the Ram 1500 Rumble Bee Concept from Woodward
By Patrick Rall on
A recent report indicates that the Chrysler Group is considering a production version of the Ram 1500 Rumble Bee Concept after a ton of positive reaction from show goers at the 2013 Woodward Dream Cruise – with only the company dealer networks seemingly standing between the cool yellow concept and a production reality for sport truck lovers.
2012 Shelby GT350 Mustang
2012 Shelby GT350 Mustang #1 to be Auctioned Off This Weekend
By Patrick Rall on
Shelby American has announced that their very first 2012 Shelby GT350 Mustang will be among the many unique Ford Mustangs rolling across the auction block at this weekend’s Barrett Jackson Auto Auction in Las Vegas - offering Shelby and Mustang enthusiasts a chance to own the same Shelby super-Stang that has been used in company sales and marketing materials.
Renaissance Center
US Government Sells More GM Stock, Reduces Stake to 7.3%
By Patrick Rall on
The United States Treasury has announced that another big chunk of General Motors stock has been sold over the past few months – reducing the government’s stake in the automaker to just 7.3% and keeping the plan to remove all government control by March 2014 well on track.
2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class four door coupe
Mercedes is the coolest brand with help from the CLA-Class
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Coupe is a cool car and has helped Mercedes be voted Britain’s coolest full-line car brand.
2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
See what chickens and the 2014 Mercedes S-Class have in common
By Denis Flierl on
It premiered in the new 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class and now chickens show what Magic Body Control is all about.
EV Week kicks off plug-in car education in SF Bay Area from Sept 23-27
By David Herron on
Between EV Week 2013 and National Plug-in Day 2013, the SF Bay Area will be abuzz with plug-in electric vehicle education activities the last full week of September.
2014 Cadillac ATS-V
Evidence of a twin turbo 2014 Cadillac ATS-V coupe mounts
By John Goreham on
At a recent event, we lucked into a meeting with senior GM staffers who did not confirm, and more importantly, did not deny, that an ATS-V is close to launch.
2014 Subaru Forester and XV Crosstrek
One key reason why Subaru is so dedicated to AWD [video]
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru is known for its new all-wheel-drive vehicles like the popular new 2014 Forester and XV Crosstrek, but why does the brand only produce all-wheel-drive vehicles?
2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA250-Class
2014 Mercedes CLA-Class Coupe goes high-tech for a new generation
By Denis Flierl on
A new generation of buyers can go high-tech with the new Mercedes-Benz 2014 CLA250 Coupe that has just begun arriving in U.S. showrooms.
40th Anniversary Special Edition 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X
Special Edition Lancer Evo X could be in the works
By Denis Flierl on
Lance Bradley, Managing Director of Mitsubishi Motors in the UK sent out a Tweet about a 2014 Special Edition Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. Is it in the works?
2014 Accord V6 MT
2014 Honda Accord V6 manual is amazing on a racetrack
By John Goreham on
We had a chance to test the 2014 Accord V6 with the six speed manual. We found this $32K vehicle to be as entertaining and maybe even quicker than just about any sports sedan costing less than $50K.
2014 Mercedes CLA 45 AMG and A 45 AMG
2014 Mercedes CLA 45 AMG vs A 45 AMG who wins?
By Denis Flierl on
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG and the CLA 45 AMG are Mercedes-AMG two new high-performance vehicles in the compact class.
Bucky Lasek and 2013 Subaru WRX STI
Lasek ready to start banging Subaru WRX STI RallyCross car [video]
By Denis Flierl on
Global Rally Cross heads to Charlotte Motor Speedway this weekend and Bucky Lasek is ready to push his 2013 Subaru WRX STI to the limit.
The Charlotte GRC spotters guide
15 Drivers Prepared to Race for Global RallyCross Gold This Weekend
By Patrick Rall on
The 2013 Global RallyCross schedule makes its second to last stop of the season this weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway’s dirt track facility – with 15 of the best rallycross racers in the world lining up to do battle including some new(ish) faces and some old faces in new cars.
Gail Wise and her 1964 Ford Mustang
Meet the World's First Ever Ford Mustang Owner
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company has sold millions of Mustangs to millions of people but the woman shown in the image above with the Skylight Blue 1964 Ford Mustang was the first person to ever purchase a Mustang - and she still owns it today.
2014 Fit EV
2014 Honda Fit EV solves some issues, but range is still a problem
By John Goreham on
Our quick spin in the new 2014 Honda Fit electric vehicle convinced us that it has overcome all of the drivability issues of early EVs, but range is still a serious concern. Even buyers of city cars, who might choose a Fit may have trouble making this their only vehicle.
Puppy Face Burrus
EXCLUSIVE: Mazda donates $15,000 to save animals stranded in the Colorado flooding
By Aaron Turpen on
The Colorado floods have devastated the area and to help, Mazda has donated $35,000 in relief effort funding, $15,000 of which will go to the Humane Society of Boulder Valley to help save stranded and lost pets. We talk to some of the Colorado residents who welcome this unique gift.
2013 Tesla Model S
Tesla Motors stock sharply up on auto-pilot feature for 2016, and analyst buy recommendation
By David Herron on
A "buy" recommendation by a Deutsche Bank stock analyst may have sent Tesla Motors (TSLA) stock price sharply upward, or was it the news that Tesla is developing an auto-pilot feature?
Zender Abarth 500 Corsa Stradale Concept
The Fiat 500 Abarth Gets More Awesome with the Zender Abarth 500 Corsa Stradale Concept
By Patrick Rall on
The Fiat 500 Abarth is one of my favorite cars in the world but the folks at Zender have rolled out a heavily customized version of the Abarth 500 that makes the sporty Italian compact inside, outside and under the hood.
BMW i3 carbon-fiber "Life Module"
The BMW i3 electric car starts production ahead of deliveries in November
By David Herron on
The BMW i3 premium electric car, BMW's first attempt at production EV's after a few years of prototype electric cars, has begun production ahead of starting deliveries to customers in November.
The 2014 Ford Mustang V6 Convertible
Win a 2014 Ford Mustang from Alamo
By Patrick Rall on
The folks at Alamo rental car are currently running a sweepstakes with the grand prize winner taking home a 2014 Ford Mustang Convertible - along with other prizes that include free rental cars and round trip flight vouchers from Southwest airlines.
The entryway to the Wixom Performance Build Center
GM Closing Wixom Performance Engine Facility, Build-Your-Own-Engine Program Ends
By Patrick Rall on
After building over 40,000 high performance engines, the General Motors will close the Wixom Performance Build Center – forcing them to temporarily suspend the popular Corvette Build Your Own Engine program until the Bowling Green Kentucky Corvette plant has been adapted to house the program.
2014 Toyota Corolla
A quick spin in the 2014 Toyota Corolla LE Eco
By John Goreham on
The new 2014 Toyota Corolla LE Eco will be one of the top sellers in the new Corolla line. Our quick spin in the car revealed one big surprise and confirms the worst fears of its competitors.
2015 Mercedes GLA-Class at IAA Frankfurt 2013
2015 Mercedes GLA-Class makes splash with these two features [video]
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class made its world premiere at the 2013 IAA in Frankfurt and is attracting much attention already.
2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class display at the Frankfurt Auto Show
2014 Mercedes CLA-Class launches today with new sports equipment
By Denis Flierl on
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class display at the Frankfurt Auto Show gives an idea of the new sports equipment that is available on the new four-door coupe.
Nissan GT Academy Champ Steve Doherty
Nissan GT Academy graduates going to Nurburgring for finals
By Aaron Turpen on
Two of Nissan's latest GT Academy graduates are going for the Blancpain Endurance Series final round, vying for titles in teh Pro-Am class of this 2013 series. Nissan and Ferrari are only one point apart in this breakneck series. Plus watch a video interview of Steve Doherty about the race.
Tesla Model S component view
Tesla Motors confirms autonomous car self-driving plan for 2016
By David Herron on
Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk has confirmed the company is developing an "auto-pilot" mode to be unveiled in 2016 (or so) that isn't fully autonomous driving.
2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class four door coupe
Mercedes hits a home run with new 2014 CLA-Class design
By Denis Flierl on
2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class picks up top honors in readers' poll for "The most beautiful cars of 2013“: The style rebel is voted the most attractive car in its class.
2014 Mercedes-Benz Actros-SLT tractor
This Mercedes SLT 250 ton-carrying truck will make you drool
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2014 Mercedes-Benz Actros-SLT tractor is the ultimate heavy-duty truck and will make you want to get a license to drive it. 
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