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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.

By Patrick Rall on
The biggest change for the 2020 Dodge Charger is the introduction of the new widebody package for the Scat Pack and Hellcat, but the SXT, GT and R/T trimlines all get some changes of their own.
By Jeff Teague on
Some 4Runner owners prefer luxury. Others want a sportier look. The 2019 Toyota 4Runner Limited Nightshade Edition offers both. Learn what makes it so special.
By Steve Birkett on
Without excelling in any one area, the 2019 Kia Niro EV delivers the kind of all-round qualities that could bring non-Tesla electric vehicles into the mainstream.
By Dean McManis on
In 2002, Cadillac celebrated 100 years of building cars by building a special mid-engine, supercar concept car: the Cien. Now 17 years after the Cien concept's unveiling, Cadillac could actually realize the dream of the Cien concept using the mid-engine 2020 Corvette Stingray as it's core platform.
By Marc Stern on
J.D. Power and Associates have taken the pulse of the auto industry as to car and truck quality and related issues for more than 30 years. Powers' surveys are important bellwethers by the industry, its quality and more. For 2019, Ford has had impressive wins in major Power surveys.
By Denis Flierl on
Some 2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row vehicles are being recalled for a faulty driveshaft assembly that could disconnect. See how it might cause a crash.
By John Goreham on
Panasonic’s impact on the automotive industry is growing rapidly. Here are just some of the ways Panasonic is impacting what you will drive.
By Jeff Teague on
Toyota recently announced updates to its 2020 Tundra lineup to be released this fall. Here are some of the changes you may already know about and some you may not.
By Peter Neilson on
The Toyota Prius is more than a car. I believe that when it was engineered, the Japanese army gave it some DNA from a tank. Even though this tank-esque car is unbelievably reliable, it still has areas that can prove to be pesky as the miles climb up and the maintenance gets avoided. Oil consumption is a known issue but why it occurs and how to avoid it are things that are fully understood, until today.
By Patrick Rall on
Critics of the new 2020 Dodge Charger Widebody package are insisting that no one is going to buy it, but here are four reasons why they are wrong.
By Dean McManis on
We just had the reveal of the impressive 2020 C8 Corvette, with it’s 495HP V8, and equally impressive sub-$60K starting price. Rumors are that Chevy will follow up with a Z06 version with a twin turbo V8 making around 700HP about 1 year after the new Corvette hits the showrooms. Also, there are more rumblings of an even more powerful ZR-1/Zora model with 1000HP using the Z06’s TT V8 combined with a pair of electric motors up front.
By Denis Flierl on
The 2019 Subaru Forester Sport scores the best 2-Row SUV for your best all-in-one camping vehicle. See why it’s camping-friendly.
By Justin Nohe on
The brand new 2020 C8 Corvette is finally here and with it comes all kinds of new tech and updated operations. One of which is a new twist on the braking system. Here is what that means for you and how it works.


By Marc Stern on
There are many people out there who wonder just how fast a Ford F150 Raptor can travel. Well, a Florida group put together a test run and found that for all-out running, the Ford F150 Raptor can hit 134 mph over two miles.
By Jeff Teague on
Interest is building as we await the arrival of the refreshed 2020 Toyota Tacoma. Here are the top reasons you just might want to buy one.
By Alex Guberman on
Ever since the launch of the Tesla Model 3, we have been aware of the subtle cabin-facing camera located in the rearview mirror. The camera comes as standard equipment, but so far it remains dormant. So what is the latest news regarding the Tesla Model 3 internal camera? AJ McGinnis reports for Torque News.
By Peter Neilson on
The 2004-2009 2nd Generation Toyota Prius can be known to consume engine oil. Some owners (like me) have reported anywhere from 1/2 quart or more per 1000 miles of oil use. There are a couple of reasons this can happen and one that I was not aware of till recently. The repair to do this particular one is about $12 and has been a cure for at least one of the oil consumption issues known to date.
By Patrick Rall on
The standard widebody design of the 2020 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat required three new wheel changes, with the automaker opting to use different wheels on the widened coupe and sedan.
By Dean McManis on
A big SUEV like a Cadillac Escalade EV would sell really well under the Cadillac banner, but just like Tesla's Maxwell battery initiative, GM also needs to come up with some revolutionary EV battery initiative of their own to get head of competition. Producing an affordable EV battery will be a decisive factor in taking electric cars to the next generation.
By John Goreham on
The Toyota Prius hybrid is a vehicle that impresses with big MPG numbers. We’d like to know what your Prius returns.
By Denis Flierl on
Honda is having more peeling paint issues on some new 2018 Accords, HR-V, and Fit models. See what you should do if you own one.
By Denis Flierl on
The 2020 Subaru BRZ is coming with only minor changes. When will the new-generation model arrive?
By Justin Nohe on
The 2020 C8 Corvette hasn't even been seen by most people yet but there's already a third party accessory available for it and that is the C7/C8 Corvette Seat Belt Stay from Sandyeggo Designs.
By Peter Neilson on
The 2019 Toyota Prius AWD-e is a culmination of everything we love about the car, now extended into something safer and more capable. Giving each user more control, confidence and better MPG, are the the surface highlights. Prius has now extended into a market that will be giving current AWD models a run for their money.
By John Goreham on
Toyota's new Supra is now on sale. Here's how Toyota is getting the word out.
By Jeff Teague on
The Toyota 4Runner is a proven commodity for many reasons: dependability, off-roading capabilities and for being really fun to drive. Could a 4Runner Hybrid be next?
By Patrick Rall on
Dodge Charger sales are up 9% during the first half of 2019 while the key competitors from Ford and Chevy are selling at a much lower rate than last year.
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2020 Subaru Outback model change brings a new trim level expected to broaden the appeal of the SUV to those with active lifestyles. Subaru got this one right.
By Marc Stern on
So, you would like a Ford Ranger Raptor (or even just a Raptor), well you can have one right now if you contact Long McArthur Ford in Salinas, KS.
By Justin Nohe on
The C8 Corvette is all new for the year 2020 and in the past GM has shared many parts between Corvette generations but not this time.