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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.

C8 Corvette Front Corner
The C8 Corvette is Different in a Very Good Way
By Patrick Rall on
After last night’s debut of the mid-engine 2020 C8 Chevrolet Corvette, there have been plenty of negative comments on social media, but this car represents a major step in the evolution of the American sports car – and it will likely destroy European exotics at a fraction of the price.
Tesla Maxwell Battery
Tesla Can Make Charging Faster If It Jumps Into Hybrid Battery Packs
By Dean McManis on
Tesla Semi and pickup truck will greatly benefit from Tesla's Maxwell battery production, but the quickest profit that Tesla could derive from the new batteries would be in the Model 3, Model Y and Model F(?) pickup truck. Here is why.

2019 Honda CR-V, Honda Civic, Honda Accord, best resale value, most reliable cars
2 Reasons Why You Should Consider Buying A New Honda Civic, CR-V Or Accord
By Denis Flierl on
Honda gets honored as the number one brand for resale and reliability. See why the 2019 Civic, CR-V and Accord are most-awarded by KBB.
2020 Subaru Outback, new Subaru Outback, specs, features, fuel mileage
EPA Says New Subaru Outback Gets Improved Fuel Mileage Vs Outgoing Model
By Denis Flierl on
The 2020 Subaru Outback EPA fuel-mileage estimates are out and the new SUV gets a bump in mileage. See the significant improvement the new 2.4-liter turbo gets compared with the outgoing 3.6-liter six-cylinder.
2011 Toyota Prius Driving
Your Toyota Prius Has Serious Boost
By Peter Neilson on
If you were to ask most people what the first word they think of is when they hear Toyota Prius, it would probably be slow. What most people do not know is that your Prius was engineered to have boost, in order to make it faster, but maybe not in the way you think.
Ford F150 VelociRaptor May Top Hennesey Goliath
By Marc Stern on
While Hennessey (and quite possibly Chevy) touts its 6X6 Goliath, there's another 6X6 quietly competing and, some say, winning. It's also produced by Hennessey Performance engineering and it is called the VelociRaptor. It is based on the Ford F150 Raptor.
C8 Corvette Interior
Here Is the First Real Shot of The 2020 C8 Corvette Interior
By Justin Nohe on
We've all waited a long time for the C8 Corvette and it's almost here, but not without a leaked shot of the actual interior first!
Tesla Semi truck is backing up for charging
The Sooner Tesla Semi Comes The Better For Everyone, but Better Reduce The Battery Cost
By Armen Hareyan on
In May 2019 Tesla completed the acquisition of Maxwell and took over the battery technology development. The question is will Tesla Semi and the pickup truck, which will need stronger batteries will have to weight until Tesla develops Maxwell batteries?
Road trip food.
Summer Road Trip Food - Name Your Guilty Pleasure
By John Goreham on
We love a great summer road trip. Food is always part of these adventures for us. What’s your special Road trip treat?
2019 Toyota RAV4 Digital Rearview Mirror
How to Improve Visibility in Your 2019 Toyota RAV4
By Jeff Teague on
Toyota’s fifth-generation 2019 RAV4 is getting rave reviews and booming sales due to its impressive styling, along with improved safety and technological advances. See how one all-new feature is changing the way you see while you drive.
2019 Subaru Forester, best small SUV, brand loyalty, best automaker
Why Subaru Connects With You On An Emotional Level To Be The Best In Brand Loyalty
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru ranks highest overall of any automaker when it comes to brand loyalty. See why they beat Toyota, Honda, and Lexus.
Toyota Prius Hybrid System
New Tech Means More MPG From Your Toyota Prius
By Peter Neilson on
The Toyota Prius is widely known for excellent fuel economy. It has improved over the generations to become more efficient with utilizing the energy stored to keep the fuel consumption to a minimum. Now, however, there is a new kid in town, and this new tech is SIC. Promising increased energy efficiency to improve electric mileage for even better MPG.
Ford F150 Dealer Offers Amazing Two-Tone Trucks, And They Never Lift A Brush
By Marc Stern on
Return with us now to the thrilling years of the 1980s and 1990s when you could order and receive a very nice two-tone Ford F150. If you were to try that now, at least from the factory, you won't receive it. At least one dealer, though, has a very nice Retro program loaded and ready to go.
2019 Toyota Prius AWD-e test.
3 Ways the 2019 Toyota Prius AWD-e Exceeds Expectations and One Way It Does Not
By John Goreham on
We try the updated 2019 Toyota Prius and find its still exceeds expectations in all but one way, particularly to those new to Prius.
2020 Subaru Outback, pricing, XT turbo, features, specs, 2020 Legacy pricing
Subaru Announces New Outback Pricing, What To Know Before You Buy
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru announces pricing for the 2020 Outback and Legacy model change. See the new XT turbo model pricing and features.
Toyota Prius OE Battery
The Best 12v Battery Option For Toyota Prius
By Peter Neilson on
It will more than likely take you by surprise, but the day will come. You will get in your Toyota Prius and it will not be ready to go. The 12v will be dead, and you will be left thinking about what to do next. Lucky for you, I have the answer.
C8 Corvette Stingray
C8 Corvette Z06 LT7 Engine Information Leak Shows A Twin Turbo Configuration
By Justin Nohe on
The C8 Corvette is a highly anticipated successor to the wildly popular 7th generation Corvette and it just recently leaked that the Z06 variant of the C8 Corvette will have a twin turbo configuration.
2019 Toyota 4Runner red color from a side view
2019 Toyota 4Runner Off-Roading Features Explained
By Jeff Teague on
When shopping for an off-roading SUV, you want one that handles well both on the road and off. Toyota 4Runner checks all these boxes. Find out what 4WD features the 2019 Toyota 4Runner offers and how they can help you in the toughest terrain.
2021 Ford Bronco Teaser
Ford is Planning a Bronco Pickup to Battle the Jeep Gladiator
By Patrick Rall on
The Bronco pickup isn’t scheduled to arrive until 2024, but a new report claims that development has been underway since before the Jeep Gladiator came to market.
2019 Subaru Ascent, cargo, power tailgate, tailgate issue, leaving tailgate open
New Subaru Ascent Owners Say a Glitch In the SUVs Tailgate Could Leave You With a Dead Battery
By Denis Flierl on
New Subaru Ascent owners are having trouble with the tailgate. See what complaints are about.
2019 Toyota Prius Solar Cells
How the Toyota Prius Is Upsetting The Market, With Solar Power
By Peter Neilson on
Toyota Prius took the automotive industry by storm when it took over the hybrid segment back in 2000. It made waves that other car makers have struggled to compete with. Even now when things look as if the playing field could become pretty even, Toyota pulls another ace from their sleeve, this time they have gone solar.
C8 Corvette
The New 2020 C8 Corvette Will Carry The "Stingray" Moniker
By Justin Nohe on
More details are coming out for the new 2020 C8 Corvette and we now know that it will, in fact carry the Stingray moniker.
Test-Mule-A-Rangerado?
Ford Bronco Test Mule Reskinned In GM Garb; The Question Is: Why?
By Marc Stern on
There's a weird-looking mashup of a Ford Ranger and a Chevy Colorado running around the Ford Proving Ground in Michigan, the question of the moment is what is it doing there and the second question is why?
2019 Honda Civic, Honda Civic Si, best compact cars, 6-speed manual
There Are 8 Manual-Only Cars Left, Two Honda Civics Make The List
By Denis Flierl on
The Honda Civic Type R and Civic Si are two of the last cars sold in the U.S. that only come equipped with a manual transmission. Check out the 6 other remaining manual-only cars.
An electric Mazda Miata.
An Electric Miata From Mazda Would Be Fantastic
By John Goreham on
We make the case that an electric Mazda Miata would be a blast to drive.
2020 Toyota Tacoma Army Green Grille
Demand for 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Has Truck Buyers Seeing Army Green
By Jeff Teague on
Things are about to get exciting in the truck world. With the release of the refreshed 2020 Toyota Tacoma just a couple months away, truck shoppers are compiling their wish lists already. Especially those painted Army Green.
2019 Subaru WRX STI, most stolen cars, National Auto Theft Prevention Month, prevent car theft
The Most Stolen Subaru In Colorado Is Not The WRX STI
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru WRX STI is popular in The Rocky Mountains and has been a favorite among car thieves. But surprisingly, it’s not the most stolen Subaru in Colorado.
Toyota Prius Disc Brakes
3 Great Options When Replacing Brake Pads On Your Toyota Prius
By Peter Neilson on
Replacing the brake pads on your Toyota Prius may not happen that often, but when it does it seems there are an overabundance of options. Not all brake pads are created equal. In this article we are going to explore 3 solid options when figuring out what is best for your vehicle. Knowing what is best will save you money while keeping your car operating as designed.
2020 Subaru BRZ, BRZ tS, 2020 model change
New Updated Subaru BRZ tS Higher-Performance Trim Is Making A Return
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru BRZ tS will be making a return for the 2020 model change. If you didn’t get one, you have another chance at the special edition performance model.
8000 Ford Ranger SuperCabs Recalled
8,000 Ford Ranger SuperCabs Recalled To Fix Front Seatbelt Issue
By Marc Stern on
Ford has recalled 8,000 Ranger SuperCab pickups to repair a front passenger seatbelt issue. According to Ford, the Rangers were recalled to repair a front passenger seatbelt assembly that may have been incorrectly installed.
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