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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.

VW makes phone covers out of special parts
VW, design firm link up to make special cellphone cases
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen and a Swedish design firm have linked up to drive down the number of distracted driving accidents,
A breakdown of Ford's car business.
Just How Many Cars Will Ford Be (Supposedly) Walking Away From?
By John Goreham on
Ford has announced it will be phasing out almost all of its car models. Which ones, and how significant are their sales?
2018 Subaru Outback, new Subaru headquarters
Subaru Celebrates New Digs With Specially-Wrapped Outbacks
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru celebrates their new corporate headquarters with new 2018 Subaru Outbacks. See why their new digs are a big deal.
2019 Lexus ES sedan details and image.
New - 2019 Lexus ES Details
By John Goreham on
Lexus has now provided more details on its newest generation ES sedan.
2015 Audi Q5 cross
Audi launches huge recall to fix ailing coolant pumps
By Marc Stern on
As part of its 1.16 million car recall, Audi will be fixing two key cooling pump issues. The issues both can cause fires if they are not completed.
ZR1 Corvette Top Speed Still
2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Hits 214.88 in Top Speed Testing
By Patrick Rall on
The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 has an official top speed of 212 miles per hour, but in the recently-released video of the 755-horsepower supercar rocketed around the test track, it actually reached a top speed of 214.88 miles per hour, with the second run bringing the average and the official top speed to 212.
2018 Mitsubshi Mirage GT has great standard features.
10 Features The 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage Has That I Wish My New 1990 Mighty Max Had
By John Goreham on
The 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage GT is one of the best-equipped cars for the money, not just for sale today, but in all of human history.
2019 Subaru Forester, fuel mileage falsification, cheating
Subaru Issues Fuel Mileage Cheating Statement; No Recalls Needed
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Corporation issued a statement into allegations of fuel mileage falsification. Here’s their findings.
Tesla seemingly deceptive Model 3 pricing will continue.
Tesla's Seemingly Deceptive Pricing For Model 3 Will Continue Into Second Year of Sales
By John Goreham on
Tesla publicizes a low entry price for its Model 3, but has never sold a vehicle at even close to that price. With no push-back from the media or regulators, the flim-flam has now been extended.
2019 Subaru Forester, Subaru Crosstrek, EV, New Subaru Plug-in-hybrid
Subaru Announces New China-Spec 2019 Forester Hybrid
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Corp announces a new 2019 Forester Hybrid for the Chinese market. Will it see U.S. shores?
Audi issues 2nd recall for coolant pumps in 1.16 vehicles
By Marc Stern on
Audi recalls 1.16 vehicles to repair fault with electrical coolant pump. Automaker launches 2nd global recall for the vehicles.
2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio
2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio Claims the Title of Fastest Production SUV
By Mary Conway on
Alfa Romeo is taking the wraps off its beautiful 2018 Stelvio Quadrifoglio. Alfa Romeo says the new 505 horsepower SUV will be the world's fastest, going from 0-60 in just 3.6 seconds.
Award-winning 2019 Ram truck appearing at dealers this week.
2019 Ram 1500 Truck Winning Awards On the Way To Dealers
By John Goreham on
The 2019 Ram 1500 is just now arrving at dealers. It is bringing with it multiple industry awards.
2018 Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, Impreza, lowest cost of ownership
Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, Impreza: Lowest Ownership Costs in America
By Denis Flierl on
The 2018 Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, and Impreza are Vincentric Best Fleet Value In America winners. What does it mean for consumers?
VW I.D. R to challenge Hill Climb record
VW electric supercar – I.D. R – to run at Pikes Peak Hill Climb record
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen on Sunday unveiled its electric supercar, the I.D. R, which has been tasked with setting a new Pikes Peak Hill Climb record. Roland Dumas, current champion, is piloting the record-attempting vehicle.
2019 Chevrolet Camaro Turbo 1LE
2019 Camaro Turbo 1LE Brings Driving Excitement on a Budget
By Patrick Rall on
New for 2019, the Chevrolet Camaro Turbo 1LE combines features of the high performance handling package with the 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder mill, introducing new levels of performance at what is basically the entry-level models.
Lexus RC earns top score - but just on base models - for safety.
Lexus RC Coupe's Base Headlights Score Higher Than More Expensive Optional Lights
By John Goreham on
In an unusual turn of event, testing reveals that the optional headlights in the Lexus RC Coupe are not as good as the base units.
2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row Crossover, New Subaru SUV, EyeSight
New Subaru Ascent 3-Row; What is EyeSight and How it Benefits Families
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru EyeSight will be standard on the new 2019 Subaru Ascent Family hauler. How will it benefit consumers?
Tesla Model S at a car show
Why all the hate against Tesla?
By John Falk on
Lately I have been seeing in blogs and Facebook pages words of disdain directed at Elon Musk and Tesla cars. Those of us who own electric cars and plug-in hybrids have our loyalties. I love my Volt and I do find myself being critical of other brands. I don't want to be a Volt snob.
2019 Camaro SS High Angle
2019 Camaro SS Gets 10-Speed Transmission from the Silverado, Not the ZL1
By Patrick Rall on
The most significant functional change made to the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro SS is the arrival of the 10-speed automatic in place of the current 8-speed, but this is not the same transmission from the LT4-powered ZL1 – with the refreshed LT1 cars sharing a transmission with the Silverado pickup.
2018 Mustang in China
Ford Mustang is Chinas Favorite Sporty Coupe for the Second Straight Year
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company announced this afternoon that for the second straight year, the Mustang is the bestselling sporty coupe in the Chinese market – showing how popular the original pony car is on a global scale.
Three Ways the Ram truck leads the truck industry.
Three Ways Ram's 2019 Trucks Lead the Competition
By John Goreham on
Here are three distinct ways that Ram leads the truck industry.
2018 Subaru WRX STI, Oregon Trail Rally, Ken Block Escort Cosworth
#75 Subaru WRX STI Is #1 At Oregon Trail Rally; Ken Block Finishes #3
By Denis Flierl on
It was David Higgins going against Ken Block again this weekend. See how the Subaru WRX STI performed against his old rival.
Porsche 913 EV
Porsche may mount effort to take Nordschleife e-racer lap record
By Marc Stern on
Although it already holds the Nordschleife lap record, it appears that Porsche may be mounting a new effort with its 913 Hybrid Evo supercar.
What makes people to switch to an electric car
By John Falk on
So you are new to electric car ownership, or maybe you have been driving an electric car for awhile. What made you switch from gas power to electric power?
2019 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek
Subaru Makes America's 100 Most Reputable Companies 2018 List; How They Score #45
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru makes America’s Most Reputable Companies 2018 list for the first time. See where Subaru ranks.
White Tesla Model 3 1200x900 size
Demand for the Tesla Model 3: Any reason to worry?
By John Falk on
Elon Musk began building his first car, the Tesla Roadster way back in 2008. Now here we are 10 years later with 3 model cars currently for sale: the Model 3, Model X and the Model S. Coming soon an electric truck and new roadster. Companies such as Pepsi, Walmart and Anheuser-Busch have reserved Tesla Semis. Demand for Tesla products seems to be no problem. As we can see many are lining up to purchase the vehicles in the pipeline and currently for sale. What about the Model 3?
2019 Subaru Crosstrek, new Subaru Hybrid, PHEV, EV
Evoltis Could Be New Fuel-Sipping Subaru EV Nameplate
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Corp has filed for the trademark name “Evoltis”. Is this Subaru’s new fuel-sipping EV?
Tesla Model X Charging
Electric car charging infrastructure: time for single standard connector
By John Falk on
If you own an electric car, being able to charge it up can be a challenge. If you own a house you can plug in an outlet in your garage using the charger that came with the car. I strongly suggest you consult an electrician to make sure you house wiring can support the power draw electric cars require.
Honda_Odyssey_Kona_McCants
Award Winning V6 Powered Honda Odyssey Carries over for 2019 with favorable MSRP
By Parks McCants on
Good news for fans of normally aspirated V6 engines. With the auto industry embracing small displacement, turbocharged 4 cylinder engines, Honda presents a well connected award winning V6 powered minivan with premium car-like comfort and ride dynamic.
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