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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.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Subaru WRX STI parts
Here’s How Subaru WRX STI Enthusiasts Can Light It Up In a Whole New Way
By Denis Flierl on
Here’s how Subaru fans can light it up with their WRX STI in a whole new way. Check out the free STI pumpkin carving pattern.
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2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid features value packed drive and ride pleasure
By Parks McCants on
Toyota’s refreshed Highlander Hybrid SUV is a pleasure to drive, fuel efficient, and powerful. In fact it may be an underappreciated automotive value. What places Highlander Hybrid at the top of the midsize 3-row crossover/SUV segment?
2018 Honda Accord
A Closer Look at the 2018 Honda Accord Trim Levels
By Roger Maxwell on
The 2018 Honda Accord offers no less than a dozen different configurations ranging in price from $24,445 to $36,675. Which one is best for you?
2003 Porsche Cayenne
124,000 VW Touaregs, Porsche Cayennes Recalled For Fuel Pump Flange Problem
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen has announced the recall of about 124,000 2003-06 VW Touaregs and 2003-06 Porsche Cayenne S and Turbo models, as well as 2004-06 Cayenne Titanium models to fix a potential problem with the fuel pump flange.
2018 Infiniti QX30 Luxury vs. Honda Civic Hatch EX-L Navi
2018 Infiniti QX30 Luxury vs. Honda Civic Hatchback EX-L Navi - Which is the better 5-door car?
By John Goreham on
We compare and contrast the 2018 Infiniti QX30 and Honda Civic Hatchback EX-L Navi. Which would better suit your needs and taste?
2018 ford mustang gt side
Ford Announces 2018 Mustang Fuel Economy Figures
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company has announced their internal estimates for the 2018 Ford Mustang and while the official EPA numbers may vary a bit from the initial figures – the new pony car will offer better fuel economy than the 2017 models, even though the 2018 models pack more power.
Does your Camry's AC smell bad?
Does Your Toyota Camry's AC Smell Moldy? Here's What may be Causing the Smell
By John Goreham on
A new lawsuit sheds some light on why some Toyota Camry cars have smelly AC.
Subaru, Toyota, Honda, Kobe Steel, Metal Falsification Scandal
Metal Falsification Scandal Rocks Auto Industry; Subaru, Toyota, Honda
By Denis Flierl on
A scandal has rocked the Japanese auto industry. Subaru, Toyota, and Honda all said they used falsified materials supplied from Kobe Steel.
Which Brand Is Winnngest in 50-Year Baja 1000 History? VW And Its Bugs
By Marc Stern on
If there is one thing certain about the "run what you brung" Baja 1000 it is that Volkswagen and its Bug have set a high bar when it comes to winning. The carmaker is the winningest in the history of the torturous off-road, outback event.
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Civic Type-R buzz drives record sales for American Honda
By Parks McCants on
With the initial production run sold out in days, Honda's halo car Civic Type-R brings new and old Honda fans alike to neighborhood showrooms. With record sales posted for September, Honda Civic is on a proverbial roll.
Super Snake
2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Super Snake Auction to Benefit Vegas First Responders
By Patrick Rall on
Barrett Jackson Auto Auction president Steve Davis has donated a 2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Super Snake from his personal collection to be auctioned off to raise funds for the Las Vegas area first responders who had to face the horrific scene of the concert shooting earlier this month.
Bruce Gustafson's 1969 Camaro
October Camaro of the Month: Bruce Gustafson's 1969 Camaros
By Patrick Rall on
The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of thee Month for October 2017 is the clean 1969 Camaro showed above, owned by Bruce Gustafson.
Hyundai i30 N, SEMA 2017, Pirelli P Zero Tires
You Won’t Be Riding on Hyundai i30 N’s Tailor-Made P Zero Tires In the US
By Denis Flierl on
Hyundai announced the new hot hatch i30 N gets tailor-made P Zero tires. You won’t be riding on these “HN” performance treads in the US.
2019 Subaru Ascent, new Subaru 3-Row SUV,
Subaru May Not Build New Ascent 3-Row Fast Enough to Satisfy Consumer Demand
By Denis Flierl on
Do you want Subaru’s new 2019 Ascent 3-Row crossover? Subaru may not be able to build them fast enough.
2017 Honda Civic Si Rallye Red Sedan
After Four Months, the Honda Civic Si Still Impresses
By Roger Maxwell on
I tend to get bored with cars pretty quickly, but the Honda Civic Si has managed to hold my attention even after 4,000 miles of daily driving. Here’s my experience.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, IIHS, safety, Subaru safety
How Subaru Made New Crosstrek Even Safer For Consumers
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru makes the 2018 Crosstrek even safer than the outgoing model. How did they do it?
2018 Nissan LEAF, millennials, EV revolution, global climate change
Here’s How a Nissan LEAF Performance Hatch Changes the Global EV Landscape
By Denis Flierl on
A new Nissan LEAF NISMO will generate big interest in EVs. Here’s how it will bring EV critics onboard and change the global EV landscape.
2018 Subaru WRX, 2018 Subaru WRX STI, Subaru WRX/STI hatch, 5-Door
Fans Want a WRX/STI Hatch; Why Isn’t Subaru Listening
By Denis Flierl on
The 2018 Subaru WRX/STI is in a sales slide. A return to a hatch body would bring it back fast!
2018 VW Atlas
Volkswagen, leaving Dieselgate behind, reports 32 percent September sales hike
By Marc Stern on
Leaving its emission cheating behind, Volkswagen reported a big sales bump in September. Led by its SUVs, Tiguan and Atlas, which make up 26 percent of its overall sales, VW has posted more than a 9 percent year-to-date sales increase, as well.
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That quirky ‘Green’ neighbor of yours driving the 2017 Clarity FCV has good reason to smile
By Parks McCants on
If you live in a major metro region of California, you’re beginning to see 2017 Honda Clarity driving silently past you in the H.O.V. lane. That quirky “Green” neighbor of yours has a secret, and he or she has several reasons to smile.
2008 Bullitt Mustang GT
Bullitt Mustang Update: Ford Says Window Sticker isn't Real
By Patrick Rall on
Yesterday we brought you the news of what appeared to be the first window sticker for the 2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt GT, but according to Ford Motor Company, that sticker was not produced by the automaker – although my expectations of seeing a new Bullitt Mustang remain.
Original American Honda Motor Company Incorporated
How Honda Became My Go-To Brand
By Roger Maxwell on
At the risk of this sounding like a car commercial, let me say this — I’ve been driving Honda automobiles long before I began writing about them. I have an appreciation for many different brands and models, but I find myself returning to the Honda brand more often than any other.
2018 Subaru WRX, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Top Safety Pick+, IIHS
New Subaru WRX and Crosstrek Ramp Up Safety For Consumers
By Denis Flierl on
The 2018 Subaru WRX and Crosstrek score the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Award. What other Subaru vehicles achieved it too?
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, EVO, Evolution SUV, Mitsubishi e-Evolution Concept
New Mitsubishi e-Evolution Concept Melts the ICE
By Denis Flierl on
Mitsubishi will unveil their hottest EV ever at the Tokyo Motor Show called the Mitsubishi e-Evolution Concept. It melts the ICE.
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum AWD vs. the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD.
Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD vs. Nissan Pathfinder Platinum AWD - Which Is Your Choice?
By John Goreham on
We compare and contrast two of the best three-row crossovers, the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum AWD and the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD.
distracted driving
If You Think Distracted Driving Hits “Only Other People,” Think Again
By Marc Stern on
Distracted driving continues to be a major issue on the highways of the country. A AAA safety study finds that today's navigation and infotainment systems require lots of driving involvement. Is it too much?
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
FCA Recalls 700,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees and Dodge Durangos Because of Brake Shields
By Mary Conway on
Fiat Chrysler is recalling more than 700,000 of its popular Jeep Grand Cherokees and Dodge Durangos because of a potential problem with brake shields. The models were built from 2011-2014.
2008 Bullitt Mustang GT
2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt Window Sticker Surfaces Online
By Patrick Rall on
A window sticker for a 2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt has surfaced online, suggesting that the famed Bullitt Mustang will return for the 2018 model year – supporting rumors from earlier this year that there was a new special edition dark green Mustang on the way.
Zack timeslip
Malcolm Zack's Stock-Powered Hellcat Challenger Runs a 10.39 Quarter Mile
By Patrick Rall on
Last month we brought you the story of Malcolm Zack, who drove his stock-powered Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat to a stock-powered Hellcat record when he ran a 10.47, but this past weekend, Zack broke his own record, laying down an awesome 10.39 at 135.58 miles per hour.
2018 Kia Stinger
Here’s Why You Will Pay Attention to Kia; New Stinger is Hot and Loud
By Denis Flierl on
You better pay attention to the Kia brand because they are on the move. Check out the hot new Kia Stinger.
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