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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 Ridgeline
Honda Recalls Pilot, Ridgeline Models For Side-Curtain Airbag Issue
By Marc Stern on
Honda has recalled a number of 2019 Ridgeline pickups and Pilot SUVs to fix a problem with side-curtain airbags. A vendor told the automaker that a number of center panels were incorrectly drilled so that side-curtain airbag deployment could be affected. Honda will replace the out of spec parts with new ones.
Tesla Model S similar to the 12/31/14 caught fire courtesy Tesla media. A frunk Courtesy tesa forums. A lith ion combustion courtesy YouTube.
Firearms Onboard a Tesla Should be Holstered or in a Locked Case, Not Discharged through a Battery Pack
By Al Castro on
ANALYSIS AND OPINION: Attention military, law enforcement, security, and/or hunters who validly possess a firearm, or anyone else with the gall to carry a firearm illegally: the chances of your battery electric vehicle catching fire from a purposeful or accidental firearms discharge through the battery pack are much greater than if pierced through a gas tank. Read this story now coming to light about a 2014 Tesla S to find out why.
2019 Subaru WRX
Why Girls Fall Madly In Love With The Hot Subaru WRX
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru WRX sports car is known as a boy racer, but girls love the performance cars too.
Waymo Self-Driver
Arizona Doesn't Like Waymo Self-Drivers; It Really Doesn't
By Marc Stern on
With 21 reports of assaults against it in the last two years, Waymo is pushing ahead with its self-driving tests. The assaults have ranged from slashed tires to sticks, and finally someone trying to block their way. It's an interesting situation.
2020 Subaru BRZ/Toyota 86, Toyota MR2 revival, BRZ turbo
Rumor: New Toyota/Subaru MR2 Hybrid, 2.4L Turbo BRZ/86
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru boxer engine is in high demand. This time it’s rumored for a Toyota MR2 revival and a second-generation 2.4-liter turbo BRZ/86 launch.
VW Atlas Cross Sport
Another SUV/Coupe Will Appear Next Year. Which One Is It?
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen will bring a variant of the popular and successful Atlas crossover lineup to market next year when the Atlas Cross Sport appears. The new model is a sporty, two-row crossover.
2019 Subaru Forester, cargo, features, specs
What Crazy Cargo Will You Carry In Your New Subaru Forester?
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2019 Subaru Forester gets an expanded cargo area and easier-to-use power rear gate. What crazy things will you carry in your Forester or small SUV?
2019 Kia K900 review.
2019 Kia K900 AWD Review - A Bold Move Into a Small Segment
By John Goreham on
Kia's K900 is new for 2019. We test this full-size luxury car and find it has a lot to offer for an exclusive list of shoppers.
Ford Mustang Race Car Group
Newest NASCAR Ford Mustang is Actually Shaped like the Production Car
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Performance introduced the world to the 2019 Ford Mustang race car that will participate in NASCAR’s Monster Energy Cup Series next year, marking the first time that the Mustang and Camaro will go head-to-head in the association’s big leagues, and it actually looks like the production car – up front, anyway.
2019 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, best deals, best lease and financing holiday deals
Best Subaru Holiday Deals And Special Offers
By Denis Flierl on
If you are thinking about buying a new Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek or Ascent for the holidays, here are the best deals.
Haartz tops cover the most exciting vehicles.
What Do the New BMW 8 Series, BMW Z4 and Jeep Gladiator All Have In Common With the Mazda Miata?
By John Goreham on
These exciting and award-winning soft-top convertible vehicles all share one critical detail.
Stefan Warnemo’s 1969 Chevrolet Camaro X11
December Camaro of the Month: Stefan Warnemo's Swedish 1969 X11 SS/RS
By Patrick Rall on
The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for December 2018, the winner is the gorgeous 1969 Chevrolet Camaro X11 SS/RS, owned by Swedish resident Stefan Warnemo.
New Toyota Takata airbag recall.
New Takata Airbag Recalls Keep Coming For These Toyota and Lexus Models
By John Goreham on
The Takata airbag fiasco continues to bite Toyota and Lexus owners. Is your car, Truck, or SUV on this latest list of recalled vehicles?
2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester, best collision repair, best auto body shop
Why Subaru Isn’t Your Ordinary Car Company
By Denis Flierl on
You want your wrecked Subaru Forester, Outback or Crosstrek fixed right, but why is it important to Subaru? Subaru isn’t your ordinary car company.
MEB Platform exampleIf you have been following the new vehicles coming from Volkswagen, you may have noticed the recurring reference to the MEB platform. It is the platform underlying the new generation of electric cars using the same fundamental underpinnings. Indeed, it is interesting to note the ways that Volkswagen has already used the platform. Among the many uses already seen for the platform, it is the basis for a new family for vehicles – the I.D. series. To illustrate the versatility of the MEB, VW
Volkswagen MEB Platform Wins 2019 AVT ACES Awards
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen has been honored with an AVT ACES Award for its flexible MEB electric vehicle platform. The MEB platform can be used for vehicles ranging from hatchbacks to SUVs, like the VW I.D. family of vehicles.
Mid-Engine Corvette Race Car Testing
Mid-Engine Chevrolet Corvette Will Not Debut Next Month in Detroit
By Patrick Rall on
A new report with input from General Motors has stated that the mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette will not make its grand debut at next month’s 2019 North American International Auto Show in Detroit – meaning that we will all be waiting even longer for what could be the next generation of the legendary American sports car.
2020 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation Subaru WRX STI, New STI
4 Upgrades You’ll See On The Next-Generation Subaru WRX STI, One You Won’t
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru will launch the all-new WRX STI in 2020 but it needs significant upgrades. There are five upgrades that will keep performance fans happy.
2019 Daytona 500 to Feature 2019 Chevy Silverado
2019 Daytona 500 to Feature 2019 Chevy Silverado and Dale Jr.
By Mary Conway on
The 2019 Daytona 500 will bring back one of NASCAR's favorite drivers. Dale Earnhardt Jr. will be driving the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado as the pace vehicle.
2015 TDI Jetta
VW, CEO Deny Knowledge of Diesel Cheating, But …
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen's Chairman Hans Dieter Poetsch has denied having early notice of the Dieselgate scandal and the automaker continues to say the same thing as reports surface to the contrary.
Ford's 2019 Ranger will have same combined MPG as Chevy's diesel truck.
2019 Ford Ranger Will Have Same Combined MPG Rating As Chevy's Colorado Duramax Diesel
By John Goreham on
Ford has announced that its new 2019 Ranger will have the same MPG Combined ratings as the diesel Colorado and Canyon.
Al Oppenheiser with Camaro
Camaro Chief Engineer Moved to EV Program
By Patrick Rall on
Perhaps the most shocking move by General Motors last week was reassigning Camaro chief engineer Al Oppenheiser to the company’s electric vehicle program, taking him away from the muscle car program that he has led since the Camaro returned for 2010.
New Lincoln buyer is happy after switching from Lexus.
Family Switches From Lexus RX to Lincoln MKC - 6 Month Follow Up
By John Goreham on
We check in a Lincoln buyer that we highlighted in July to see how the switch from Lexus RX to Lincoln MKC has been going.
New White Nissan Leaf
The Date of 60kWh Nissan Leaf's Debut Is Known, but Without Liquid-Cooling
By Armen Hareyan on
Some German automotive reporters have gathered information about the date when the new 60kWh Nissan Leaf will debut and we already know why the 2019 Leaf didn't debut at the LA Auto Show. However, there seems to be a little disappointment that it will be without liquid-cooling. Many EV drivers were waiting for this feature that the Bolt has.
2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester, MPG, Cargo room, comparison
Compare New Subaru Forester With Competition’s MPG And Cargo Room
By Denis Flierl on
The 2019 Subaru Forester gets upgrades in interior volume and fuel mileage. How does it compare with the competition?
2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Overhead Teaser
2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Uses 3D Printed Braking Components
By Patrick Rall on
When the 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 debuts next month at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show, it will be sporting a high performance braking system that will be the first Motor Company product to utilize 3D printed components – although we don’t know which pieces of the super-Stang’s stoppers will be constructed with the high tech process.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Group
Idle Detroit Plant to Build Three-Row Jeep Grand Cherokee
By Patrick Rall on
FCA plans to launch a three-row version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee by 2022 and based on a new report by the Detroit News, this larger version of the legendary SUV could be built at the now-inactive Mack Avenue Engine Plant II in Detroit – meaning that as GM is closing American plants, FCA could re-open an idled facility in Michigan.
Elon Musk
Would The U.S. Government Have Let Tesla Fail?
By John Goreham on
Tesla was single weeks from "death" earlier this year according to Elon Musk. If Tesla had failed, would The U.S. government have offered a lifeline?
2019 Toyota Prius vs. Subaru Impreza
2019 Toyota Prius AWD-e vs. Subaru Impreza- Space, Safety, Performance, Ground Clearance, Price Comparison
By John Goreham on
We compare the all-wheel drive 2019 Toyota Prius AWD-e to the Subaru Impreza and focus on space, safety, and price. You may be surprised at this tale of the tape.
2019 Subaru Crosstrek, new Crosstrek, PHEV, plug-in-hybrid, details, specs
New Subaru Crosstrek Plug-In Hybrid May Not Be a Good Fit For You
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru launches their first-ever all-new 2019 Crosstrek plug-in hybrid. See why it may not be a good fit for you.
1970 Aston Martin DB6 MkII Volante Drophead Roadster Courtesy Aston Media
By Offering BEV Conversions to Older Aston and Other Classic Cars, Aston Martin Ensures its Legacy Forever
By Al Castro on
OPINION AND ANALYSIS: Inasmuch as we are fooling ourselves into believing that gasoline new car purchases will be a viable option even in some parts of the world past 2030, we are also fooling ourselves into believing that we’ll be able to drive our present and near future classic cars around twenty plus years from now. This is a tail pipe dream. Well, like Jaguar Land Rover, Aston Martin has also found a solution to anticipate this issue.
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