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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.

Kia Soul EV charging its battery
EV Owners' Verdict on EV Battery Life Expectancy
By Armen Hareyan on
At what mileage/kilometers on the odometer would you all deem EV is getting old? "Ultimately I am curious what the life expectancy is on one of these vehicles. I know you can continuously replace EV Battery Cells as they go bad rather than changing the entire battery pack," asks one Kia Soul EV owner in one of the popular electric car groups on Facebook, which actively discussed EV battery life expectancy.
1956 Porsche 356
Porsche Will Restore Your Classic Car with Unbelievable Detail
By Max Marck on
Wouldn't it be incredible to have a brand new 1956 Porsche 356? It may sound impossible, but Porsche's Factory Restoration Services may be able to turn your vintage Porsche into a spectacular, showroom-finish dream car.
Lexus RC F owner builds exact replica of his car.
Lexus Enthusiast Builds an Exact Model Of His Lexus RC F - His Story
By John Goreham on
This Lexus RC F owner loves his car so much he built an exact replica.
Bryon Brovont’s 1969 Camaro Z/28
June Camaro of the Month: Bryon Brovont's 1969 Z/28
By Patrick Rall on
The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for June 2018 is the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 shown here, owned by Bryon Brovont.
New Mazda Miata
2019 Miata Will Be the Most Powerful of All Time Due To These Aggressive Changes
By Max Marck on
The current “ND” iteration of Mazda’s legendary Miata sports car will benefit from a few changes in the 2019 model year. Perhaps most notably, the 2019 Miata will have the most powerful engine ever put in the model, and will rip up to a new 7500rpm redline.
2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester
4 New Subaru Forester Features You Need To Know About
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2019 Subaru Forester arrives this fall. There’s four new features you need to know about.
Electric Golf
China Doubles Down on Electric Vehicle Commitment
By Marc Stern on
China is doubling down on its commitment to electric vehicles as the government tries to fight pollution problems and global warming. It now has the biggest electric vehicle fleet on the globe.
2019 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350
2 Key Changes for the 2019 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company has talked a great deal about the revised Mustang GT over the course of the past two years but today, we got our first information on the 2019 Shelby GT350 – which receives a few improvements for the new model year that will make an already great track car even better.
Volvo 745
Why Enthusiasts Love Boxy and Beautiful Volvos That Are Coming Back
By Max Marck on
Are Boxy Volvos like the 745 the next big thing for car enthusiasts? Old Volvos are the ugly ducklings of the car world, but the 1980s are back, and they brought Volvos.
2010 Kia Forte
Kia Recalls 500,000 Vehicles to Fix Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
By Marc Stern on
Kia has launched a major recall campaign to fix the front seatbelt pretensioners on 500,000 vehicles. If the problem not repaired there is a risk of injuries to people in the front seat.
2019 Subaru Ascent, Review, Ascent Limited
New Subaru Ascent Limited First Drive; Why It’s a Good Fit For Active Families
By Denis Flierl on
We drive the all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent Limited. See why it’s an especially good fit for active families.
2018 Subaru WRX STI, Instagram, #subie
Subaru WRX/STI; One of 20-Most Instagrammed Cars
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru WRX and WRX STI are one of the most Instagrammed cars on social media. See where WRX/STI ranks on the top-20 list.
New Porsche Taycan
After Three Years as the Mission E, Porsche Renames Powerful Four-Door the Taycan
By Marc Stern on
In keeping with its corporate naming scheme, the powerful, luxury four-door Porsche electric Mission E has become the Porsche Taycan or "spirited young horse."
2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i , BMW X3, Review
2018 BMW X3 Redesign; If It Isn’t Broke, Don’t Fix It
By Denis Flierl on
The 2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i has been redesigned, but don’t expect massive changes. What’s in it for luxury crossover buyers?
Mattel Hot Wheels
Mattel Hot Wheels Celebrating 50 Years: Value Enjoyed Both By Children and Adults
By John Falk on
Mattel's Hot Wheels toy cars are 50 years old. I was 10 years old in 1968 when Hot Wheels hit the market. They were the biggest thing to hit since Mt. Vesuvius erupted. My friends and I were crazy for them. The Saturday morning ads were very powerful and fueled our interest.
2019 Subaru WRX STI, Series.Gray, WRX STI Type RA
You Didn’t Buy the Subaru WRX STI Type RA? Why 2019 STI Is Best Value Now
By Denis Flierl on
If you didn't buy the Subaru STI Type RA, you were smart. Here’s why the 2019 WRX STI upgrades make it the best value now for performance fans.
Great Mazda deals puts Miata on this list.
Great Mazda Miata Deals Puts It On This List of Best Cars To Buy Now
By John Goreham on
The crazy people at Mazda are offering big discounts and deals on the Miata just in time for convertible season.
2019 Subaru Crosstrek plug-in-hybrid, new Crosstrek PHEV
Why New Subaru Crosstrek PHEV Was So Slow to Show
By Denis Flierl on
Why did it take Subaru so long to bring out their first-ever Crosstrek plug-in hybrid vehicle? It was a calculated move that could pay big dividends.
2018 Ford Expedition
3 Reasons the 2018 Ford Expedition is Getting Great Safety Ratings
By Mary Conway on
The 2018 Ford Expedition received five stars in NHTSA's safety ratings, the only vehicle in its class to get the top distinction. The 2018 Ford Expedition is all-new and Ford says some key design changes helped it win great safety reviews.
Green Dodge Challenger Parked in a green place
Is This Green Challenger Parked In The Right Place?
By Armen Hareyan on
I saw this green-colored Dodge Challenger parked here. Note that the parking lot lines are also in green color. Is this parking place for an electric car or green-colored car?
VW ID R Pikes Peak
VW Pikes Peak Racer Combines Engineering, Design Visions
By Marc Stern on
With the Pikes Peak Hill Climb drawing closer, Volkswagen discussed the combined visions that brought the curvy hill racer to life.
Tesla Model S and insuring Tesla
If Tesla Build In-House Insurance Here Is What It Needs To Succeed
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesa is developing its InsureMyTesla insurance program and further expanding it. Later in 2018 Alex Tsetsenekos, Head of North America for Tesla's new Managing General Agency, InsureMyTesla, will be joining the discussion to deliver the closing keynote presentation, Building a Customer Centric Insurance Company for Tesla, on October 3. I spoke with some Tesla Model S owners and here is what they said Tesla needs for them to switch to Tesla's own insurance program.
2019 Subaru Forester, fuel mileage cheating scandal
New Subaru Fuel-Mileage Falsification Violations Surface
By Denis Flierl on
New fuel mileage falsification violations surface at Subaru as the Japanese automaker prepares to release the all-new fifth-generation 2019 Forester SUV.
Cadillac Autopilot
Cadillac Ups the AutoPilot Race with Expanded Super Cruise
By Mary Conway on
Cadillac is expanding its Tesla-killer autonomous vehicle technology. It will be on all Cadillacs soon and then will expand to all GM vehicles. Plus, GM is adding a new feature that will communicate with everything around the vehicle.
Toro_I_Two_Axis_Mirror_GMC
Replacement Pickup Truck Mirrors: Auto Aftermarket Two-Axis Mirror An Affordable Safety Solution
By Parks McCants on
View Assist LLC of Myrtle Beach, S.C., presents an affordable auto safety accessory worth mentioning. What is a Two Axis mirror, and how can I get one for my used car or truck?
Tesla Model X accelerated before hitting lane barrier.
Report: Model X In Latest Tesla Autopilot Death Accelerated And Steered Into Barrier
By John Goreham on
The NTSB has issued a preliminary report on the latest fatality in a string of Tesla Autopilot crashes.
EV Battery Pack 1200x900 size
Interesting Announcement from Honda and GM to Make EV Batteries Even Cheaper, More Powerful
By Armen Hareyan on
There is a very interesting development to from Honda and the General Motors to make electric car batteries even cheaper and more powerful. At least Honda is getting more serious about EVs, not just fulfilling compliance requirements. GM may move beyond The Volt and Bolt.
Porsche Mission E Front
About Tesla Killers and Porsche Mission E: iPhone Killers Didn't Kill The iPhone
By Armen Hareyan on
Neither Porsche Mission E Nor any electric car can be a Tesla killer. I think the media has to abandon the "Tesla Killer" (or any car-killer) phrase and give each new vehicle its due esteem.
Ford F-150
Ford F-Series Sales Remain Strong Despite Rising Fuel Prices
By Patrick Rall on
Although fuel prices in the United States are right in the middle of their predictable summer climb, sales of Ford F-Series pickups have continued to improve each month on a year-over-year basis – supporting the Motor Company’s emphasis on trucks over sedans.
Tesla Autopilot may have trouble with stationary objects.
"Stop This Nonsense": Tesla's Autopilot and Its Problems With Stationary Object Detection
By John Goreham on
Tesla vehicles on Autopilot seem to be hitting a lot of big, obvious, unmoving objects. An expert opinion on what may be the cause and what should be done.
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