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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.

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.
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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.
Honda_Manual_Shift_Education
Honda teaches the joy of manual gear shifting in 5 minute video
By Parks McCants on
A well meshed manual transmission puts “one with the car,” talk about driver to car connectivity. By most accounts, Honda manufactures the easiest shifting 6-speed manual transmission in the industry. Now, they’ll teach you how to drive one.
2019 Subaru Forester, All-new Forester, Fuel Mileage Cheating
Subaru Fails To Meet Fuel Mileage Cheating Report Deadline; Stocks Fall
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Corporation fails to meet the March deadline for alleged falsified mileage and emissions readings. What does it mean for the automaker?
VW logos over the years
VW logo to help drive automaker’s electric vehicle rollout
By Marc Stern on
For the first time in six years, Volkswagen is making changes in its venerable logo. Well-known, the logo is undergoing changes to make it more usable with digital media and devices like smartphones.
Chevy Bolt Ad
Scorecard for Electric Car Advertising
By John Falk on
If you have been watching TV lately you have probably been noticing advertising for electric cars. Nissan, Hyundai and Honda are the main three EV makers that seem to be running EV ads regularly. They all have varying degrees of success at demonstrating what these cars can do.
2019 Corvette ZR1 Side
Update Pertaining to the Poor Corvette ZR1 Nurburgring Lap Time
By Patrick Rall on
Earlier this week, we brought you the news that spectators along the side of the track had clocked the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 at 7 minutes and 12 seconds around the Nurburgring Nordschleife, and while some readers were quick to dismiss these unofficial timers – news from Porsche shows that they are fairly accurate.
2019 Lexus ES image.
New 2019 Lexus ES Sedan Features Updated Look - Image
By John Goreham on
The all-new Lexus ES line will have a new look and much more to interest buyers.
2019 Subaru Ascent, Baja, Subaru mid-size pickup
Should Subaru Build Ascent-Baja To Cash In On Mid-Size Truck Craze?
By Denis Flierl on
Will Subaru build an Ascent-based Baja mid-size pickup to compete with the Toyota Tacoma, and Chevy Colorado? It’s not likely.
2019 Corvette ZR1 Indy 500 Pace Car
2019 Corvette ZR1 to Serve as Indy 500 Pace Car
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors announced today that the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 will serve as the official pace car for the 2018 Indy 500 – marking the 15th time that a Corvette has led the field and the 29th time that a Chevy has been the pace-setter for the big race.
2018 Ford F-150 Diesel
Ford F-150 Diesel Gets EPA Rating of 30 Miles per Gallon on the Highway
By Patrick Rall on
Since the new 3.0-liter diesel V6 coming to the Ford F-150 lineup was expected to be the most fuel-friendly in the segment and today it became official, with the half-ton PowerStroke pickup getting an official EPA rating of 30 miles per gallon on the highway – marking the first full-size truck to reach that plateau.
Tesla Production Robots
The Tesla Revolution - Man versus Machine
By Edward Brinson on
"I Tesla" - The automaker’s visionary push to control the future of the autonomous automotive industry - from cars like the Model 3 to Commercial Trucking and beyond as well as various robotic industry applications.
Texas Auto Writers Association chooses Toyota tops in key categories.
Texas Auto Writers Award Toyota Camry, Avalon, and Corolla Models In 2018 Roundup, But Which Model Took Home Top Honors?
By John Goreham on
Texas Auto Writers Association chooses three Toyota models as its top picks in four categories.
2018 Chevy Volt Interior 1200x900
GM Should Advertise Chevy Volt: Here's My Sample
By John Falk on
Chevrolet has been building The Chevy Volt since 2011. It is now in its 8th year of production and in the 2nd generation. With the competition in the electric car arena fierce, I am puzzled as to why GM does not advertise the best kept secret in electric car technology.
U.S. News ranks hybrids. How did Toyota do?
U.S. News Picks Best Hybrids - How Did Toyota Prius Stack Up?
By John Goreham on
U.S. News & World Report Autos picked its favorite hybrids in every category. Here's how Toyota Prius made out.
2018 Subaru WRX STI, Oregon Trail Rally, Global Rallycross, American Rally Association,
New 2018 Subaru WRX STI Rally Car Livery Revealed
By Denis Flierl on
Just in time for the Oregon Trail Rally, Subaru Rally Team USA unveiled the #55 Subaru WRX STI. See who’s going to be behind the wheel.
2017 Subaru Forester XT 1200-900 size
The thrill is gone - death of the Forester XT
By Edward Brinson on
Many of you who read this article may not remember the classic blues song from BB King in the title of this article. Perhaps I’m dating myself as well. I’ve been a Subaru enthusiast for quite some time and a current 2017 Forester XT owner. I read Torque News frequently and was eagerly awaiting the new Forester on the global platform.
Tesla Roadster 2020 on Race Track
2020 Tesla Roadster Spied on Race Track With Whopping Acceleration
By Armen Hareyan on
New video emerges showing the 2020 Tesla Roadster in Fremont CA doing a 0-60 mph on a Race Track with a whopping acceleration.
2018 Mazda CX-5 vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 1.5T S-AWC vs. Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring
By John Goreham on
We compare to crossovers with very similar price points and discover that they are more different than they appear at first glance.
2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE
2019 Camaro ZL1 Retains Current Front End Styling
By Patrick Rall on
Since introducing the refreshed face of the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro, we have received an array of messages asking about the range-topping ZL1, which will retain the front end design of the 2018 models while sharing the new rear end with the rest of the lineup.
2018 Cobra Jet Mustang Teaser
50th Anniversary Ford Mustang Cobra Jet Aims for the 8s
By Patrick Rall on
Yesterday marked the 54th anniversary of the original Ford Mustang debut and today, the Motor Company announced their plans for the 2018 Cobra Jet drag racing package – a track-only machine that will celebrate 50 years of Ford performance with the ability to run 8-second quarter mile times.
Volvo XC 60 plug in hybrid
Quick Spin in the Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid: Sweden’s junior PHEV rocket ship
By Jesse Rudavsky on
Yesterday I was at Steingold Volvo on the Attleboro/Pawtucket line on the Massachusetts/Rhode Island border and tested out the Volvo XC60 PHEV: Sweden's junior PHEV rocket ship.
2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row Crossover, New Subaru SUV, safety, Best vehicle for expectant moms
New Subaru Ascent Could Prove Most-Popular With Expectant Moms
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new Subaru Ascent Family hauler could prove to be popular with expectant moms. See what Swapalease found out in a recent survey.
Rockstar GRC VW
Redbull GRC race series shutters doors; leaves a trail of bills
By Marc Stern on
The Red Bull Global Rallycross short track series has closed and locked its doors and turned out the lights as it has stiffed tracks and facilities from coast to coast.
Chevy Volt in snow 1200x900
The Benefits of Chevy Volt in Winter and Snow Storm
By Armen Hareyan on
You are in a snow storm with your Chevy Volt. Traffic is stopped. Radio says 24 hours till you can move. With a full tank of gas in the Volt, you will have about 35 hours of heat that will be automatic.
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