Automotive News (Page 581)

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.

Happy Birthday to the Ford Mustang - the World's Bestselling Sports Coupe

By Patrick Rall on April 17, 2019 - 12:18PM

After serving at America’s bestselling performance car decades, the Ford Mustang has grown to lead the global sales race for a fourth-straight year.

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Outgoing Subaru Outback Exits With Best Cars Of 2019 Winning Pick

By Denis Flierl on April 17, 2019 - 6:47AM

The 2020 Subaru Outback is unveiled today, but not before the outgoing model gets one more award.

roomzzWith the Shanghai motor show around the corner, it’s natural for automakers to tease about their latest and greatest. So, it only makes sense that Volkswagen is already teasing – more actually – about its latest probable addition to the I.D. family of electric vehicles (EV), the I.D. Roomzz, a three-row SUV, which is larger than the I.D. Crozz, a two-row SUV that debuted in Los Angeles in 2017. <strong>Uses VW’s Modular Lineup</strong> The I.D. Roomz uses the automaker’s universal electric platform, t

VW Teases Three-Row Addition To I.D. Model Lineup

By Marc Stern on April 17, 2019 - 12:39AM

With Volkswagen's commitment to electric vehicles rapidly and seriously expanding, the automaker is using every major show venue to tease its future wares. This time it is an addition to the I.D. electric family. It is a three-row SUV named the I.D. Roomzz.

The Final C7 Corvette Could Bring Massive Money at Auction

By Patrick Rall on April 16, 2019 - 11:57AM

The black Z06 being auctioned for charity isn’t just the last C7, it might be the last front-engine Corvette ever built.

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What Customers Want In New Subaru Outback More Than Anything Else

By Denis Flierl on April 16, 2019 - 6:42AM

How is Subaru doing with giving customers what they want? Is styling, value, safety or quality most important?

2020 Ford Mustang 2.3L High Performance Package

Ford Mustang EcoBoost Gets a Factory High Performance Package for 2020

By Patrick Rall on April 15, 2019 - 1:24PM

EcoBoost four-cylinder packs more power, but the base Mustang also gets bigger brakes and better aero.

New 2020 Subaru Outback Will Stand Tall In NY

By Denis Flierl on April 15, 2019 - 7:21AM

The all-new 2020 Outback will be one of the New York shows bigger debuts. What can customers expect?

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2020 Subaru WRX STI, Next-Generation 2021 STI Details Leaked

By Denis Flierl on April 14, 2019 - 8:25AM

Fans won’t see the next-generation Subaru WRX STI for another year. Here’s a 2020-2021 WRX/STI preview.

One Car Thief To Another: ‘I Thought You Measured It, Right?’

By Marc Stern on April 13, 2019 - 1:17PM

A week or so ago, some car thieves who can't measure straight decided to pull off an overnight theft of a VW Golf from a car-carrying railway car. Their plan fell flat when there wasn't enough hole to move the car through. Do you think they will try again?

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Will Fans See New Magnetite Gray On Next-Generation Subaru BRZ?

By Denis Flierl on April 13, 2019 - 11:16AM

The Subaru BRZ STI Sport gets a new color. When will fans see the next-generation BRZ in new Magnetite Gray?

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Did Subaru Make A Mistake Dropping Sporty Forester 2.0XT? Just Ask Mazda

By Denis Flierl on April 13, 2019 - 8:14AM

New Subaru Forester is trailing the competition. Is dropping the sporty 2.0XT and 6-speed manual the reason?

2019 Subaru Forester Limited vs. Toyota RAV4 XLE AWD– Driving Comparison

By John Goreham on April 12, 2019 - 12:21PM

We drove the Subaru Forester Limited and the Toyota RAV4 XLE, both with the same price to see how they differ.

GM Finally Confirms the Mid-Engine Corvette, Coming July 18th

By Patrick Rall on April 12, 2019 - 12:07PM

After years of speculation, rumors and spy shots, we know that the mid-engine Corvette is officially coming this summer.

2019 Subaru Forester Limited vs. Toyota RAV4 XLE Crossovers

2019 Subaru Forester Limited vs. Toyota RAV4 XLE – We Compare and Contrast Two Popular Crossovers

By John Goreham on April 12, 2019 - 11:43AM

We compare and contrast the 2019 RAV4 XLE and Subaru Forester Limited at identical price points. Which is your preferred crossover?

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3-Row SUV Battle: New Subaru Ascent Shakes Things Up

By Denis Flierl on April 12, 2019 - 6:22AM

Subaru made the largest vehicle ever to reach three goals: one of them intending to make the 2019 Subaru Ascent the best 3-row SUV. Did they succeed?

Dodge Charger and Challenger Stars & Stripes Edition

Dodge Charger, Challenger Stars Stripes Edition to Debut in NYC

By Patrick Rall on April 11, 2019 - 6:22PM

Paying tribute to the US Armed Forces, the Stars & Stripes Edition Charger and Challenger feature a unique look inside and out.

Bipartisan Bill Would Extend EV Tax Benefit Used Primarily To Purchase Luxury Performance Vehicles

By John Goreham on April 11, 2019 - 12:45PM

A new bill supported by both Republicans and Democrats would extend the electric vehicle tax credit, which has primarily been used by buyers of high-performance and luxury vehicles.

New Subaru Outback Coming With A Few Surprises: Reveal In 6 Days At NYIAS

By Denis Flierl on April 11, 2019 - 6:48AM

Don’t look for any radical exterior design changes.

Jeep Gladiator Gravity Showcases Mopar Magic

By Mary Conway on April 10, 2019 - 8:57PM

Jeep expects the 2020 Gladiator to be the most customized vehicle in history. The company already has more than 200 special parts available to personalize your all-new pickup.

Former GM Test Driver Reveals a Lackluster C7 Corvette ZR1 Nurburgring Lap Time

By Patrick Rall on April 10, 2019 - 1:41PM

Jim Mero revealed that his best lap time at the Nurburgring in the 2019 Corvette ZR1 was a 7:04, which could be why GM didn’t announce the time.

Buick Envision and Cadillac XT4 challenge Lexus NX.

Premium Crossover Sales - Two-Pronged Attack By Buick Envision and Cadillac XT4 Chip Away At Lexus NX Sales Lead

By John Goreham on April 10, 2019 - 1:39PM

Two GM premium crossovers are ganging up on the Lexus NX to rival its sales volume.

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Subaru WRX STI Is Defeated By VW And Honda Hot Hatches; It’s Not About Performance

By Denis Flierl on April 10, 2019 - 6:56AM

The showdown between the Subaru WRX STI vs VW Golf R and Honda Type R is not so much about performance, but more about design.

VW, Andretti To Campaign Winning Pair Of Beetles In 2019 ARX Series

By Marc Stern on April 9, 2019 - 11:01PM

With the Beetle heading for an automotive fadeout at the end of the current model year, at least one racing team, in one racing series, and one supporting manufacturer is helping to send the Beetle out in style. The Andretti Race Team is fielding two VW Beetles in the ARX rallycross series which kicks off next month.

Grading GM's Electric Vehicle Development Progress - We Give GM a C Grade Overall

By John Goreham on April 9, 2019 - 2:36PM

GM's CEO, Mary Barra, penned her own update on the company's electric vehicle plans last September. We recall her report and evaluate how GM has done since.