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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.

Cadillac Elmiraj Concept
Elmiraj Concept reveals future Cadillac rear-drive performance cars are coming [video]
By Denis Flierl on
Cadillac has revealed the new Elmiraj Concept grand coupe that is a rear-wheel-drive performance car showing the future of performance at Cadillac.
2014 Camaro Z/28
2014 Camaro Z/28 and 2014 Corvette to be Featured at the Woodward Dream Cruise
By Patrick Rall on
The Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 and 2014 Corvette will be the stars of the General Motors display of tomorrow’s 2013 Woodward Dream Cruise in Detroit with a variety of other models including the new SS performance sedan, the 2014 Impala, the 2014 Silverado and many more helping to fill the display near the intersection of 13 Mile Road and Woodward Avenue.
2014 Subaru WRX STI Tsurugi Edition
2014 Subaru WRX STI adds new Tsurugi Edition to lineup
By Denis Flierl on
The 2014 Subaru WRX STI Tsurugi Edition is a new sophisticated addition to the lineup that features a new refined look for the performance enthusiast.
Ford Motor Compan C-MAX Hybrid 2014
Ford to Pay Owners on C-Max Fuel Economy Flub
By David Herron on
After customers raised a stink over low actual fuel economy results for the 2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid, the company is lowering the 2013 MPG rating, and making fuel economy improvements in the 2014 model.
The 2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302
2015 Ford Mustang Could Weigh 10% Less - Cost 10% More
By Patrick Rall on
While Ford Motor Company has done a pretty good job of keeping information on the upcoming 2015 Ford Mustang under wraps, insider information suggests that the next generation Mustang could weigh more than 10% less than the current models while also costing some 10% more.
Chrysler starts recall of Fiat 500e over loose half-shafts
By David Herron on
With Fiat 500e owners reporting speed loss, Fiat is initiating a recall to fix a mis-installed half-shaft in the drive train.
The 2014 Ford F-150 Tremor. Image courtesy of Ford
Ford F-150 Tremor secrets revealed by creator Brian Bell
By Don Bain on
As a truck enthusiast from birth, Brian Bell has worked in Ford’s F-150 division for six years and is considered the father of the brand’s new 3.5-liter EcoBoost powered F-150 Tremor.
snake and mongoose racing.jpg
Snake and Mongoose: The Movie of How Drag Racing was Made Famous
By Patrick Rall on
Snake and Mongoose is a movie that chronicles the path of two of the most legendary drag racers in the history of the sport as they made their hobby one of the most watched motorsports in the US.
Lexus LS460
Do you hate manual lumbar adjustment on power cars seats
By John Goreham on
If so, you are not alone according to J.D. Power and Associates
BMW i3, Nissan Leaf, Tesla Model S, win in Next Green Car awards
By David Herron on
The awards, based on a scientifically-oriented ranking of which car is the greenest, identified the BMW i3, Nissan Leaf, Tesla Model S, and other cars as the greenest in their categories.
bmw m4 concept 5
Leaked Images of the new BMW M4 Concept Arrive Online
By Patrick Rall on
The all new BMW M4 Concept is set to make its debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance but thanks to the wonders of the internet – we have our first look at the new high performance BMW sports coupe before it breaks cover in Monterey.
BMW 4 Series M Performance
BMW 4 Series now available with special M Performance bits
By John Goreham on
BMW's quest to make customers feel special is now a formal effort led by the parts department.
2014 Ford Shelby GT500
Mustang Alley features 800 classic Mustangs and full 2014 Ford Mustang lineup
By Denis Flierl on
As Ford celebrates 50 years of production of the Ford Mustang, Mustang Alley will feature more than 800 classic Mustangs and the full 2014 Ford Mustang lineup this year.
Honda Project Drive-In
Honda wants to save your drive-in theater
By Aaron Turpen on
As the era of 35mm film distribution wanes, drive-in theaters are finding themselves going out of business. Honda wants to change that with Project Drive-In. If you have a favorite drive-in theater, you can vote to have Honda buy it new equipment to save it. Read on.
1961 Ferrari 250 GT California
Cameron's Dad's Ferrari from Ferris Bueller up for sale (again)
By John Goreham on
The 250 GT California that made two valets very happy in the movie is up for sale again. If you have ever wanted it, now is your chance.
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 Image courtesy of MBUSA.
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 all-new compact SUV escapes pavement
By Don Bain on
Mercedes-Benz will debut the all-new 2015 GLA250 4MATIC compact SUV at the International Auto Show at Frankfurt this September and though it’s much too pretty for the backwoods, it’s rearing to go from the city to suburban tracts, country estates and, yes, even off the pavement.
Two Teasers of the Ram Concept Truck Coming to the Woodward Dream Cruise
By Patrick Rall on
The Chrysler Group has just offered up a pair of teaser images of the mysterious Ram Concept Truck that will debut at 10am on Saturday at the Woodward Dream Cruise and from these two images it is pretty clear that this concept is the next generation Ram 1500 Rumble Bee.
2014 Ford Shelby GT500 at Barrett-Jackson
Last 2014 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible brings half million
By Aaron Turpen on
The last of the retail 2014 model year Shelby GT500 convertibles to be made was auctioned for charity and brought far more than its sticker price, a cool half million dollars from a guy in Kansas.
Teen driving rates
Teens fear driving amid high traffic fatality rates, survey
By David Herron on
Motor vehicle fatalities are the leading cause of death for teenagers, and while many teens are skipping car ownership and driving, there is a surge in traffic fatalities among teens.
2014 Dodge Durango
3-Row 2014 Dodge Durango pricing is hard to ignore
By John Goreham on
The 2014 Durango offers an attractive alternative to the Highlander and Pathfinder for a large family looking at an SUV with three full rows of seating.
2013 Toyota RAV4 Review
2013 Toyota RAV4 Review: All Grown Up in Every Way
By Patrick Rall on
While the 2013 Toyota RAV4 introduces the new generation of the popular compact SUV without the optional V6 or the EV drivetrain, the sporty looking crossover has improved in pretty much every way.
2014 Audi TTS Competition
2014 Audi TTS Competition coming with more performance
By Denis Flierl on
Audi will celebrate 500,000 Audi TT cars with a special edition 2014 Audi TTS Competition that will be fast and exclusive.
A 1967 Cadillac Eldorado in an auto showroom. Image public domain.
New Cadillac Concept Car to debut at Pebble Beach in two days
By Don Bain on
Cadillac has a new hush-hush design Concept Car slated to debut this Friday at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance at a nearby exhibit highlighting the 2013 models and classics from the brand’s rich heritage.
Fiat 500 acts a little naughty with new Cattiva
By John Goreham on
The Fiat 500 is a car with personality. The new Cattiva reveals its cool dark side.
SRT Viper Gets First Big Racing Victory in Wisconsin
By Patrick Rall on
While it came much later than company executives would have hoped, the new SRT Viper GTS-R racing program scored their first win this past weekend at Road America in the American LeMans Series.
Toyota Hybrid R Concept Yaris hybrid
Toyota Hybrid-R Concept will be Yaris hybrid with more than 400 hp
By Denis Flierl on
Toyota has released more information on the Hybrid-R Concept and the new teaser image reveals it’s a Yaris hybrid.
The Acura NSX Concept Image courtesy of Newspress
Acura NSX Concept to grace Pebble Beach
By Don Bain on
The Acura NSX hybrid supercar concept has been drawing large crowds and lots of interest ever since its 2012 NAIAS debut, Super Bowl ads and Mid-Ohio performance preview, along with video teasers confirming the car as a viable prototype.
Tanner Foust and Topi Heikkinen celebrate their 1-2 finish in Atlanta
Topi Heikkinen Wins 5th Straight - Secures 2013 Global RallyCross Championship
By Patrick Rall on
Toomas “Topi” Heikkinen continued his amazing 2013 Global RallyCross season this weekend in Atlanta – winning his 5th straight race and guaranteeing himself the 2013 GRC championship even though there are two races left on the season.
Racing champion Gil de Ferran named Formula E Ambassador
By David Herron on
A racer with 20+ years of winning IndyCar and Formula 1 races has joined Formula E as both Ambassador and Advisor.
EV charging station
ECOtality in financial trouble, hires restructuring adviser, possible bankruptcy
By David Herron on
ECOtality, operator of the BLINK charging network, is exploring restructuring or sale of the company, or else bankruptcy.
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