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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.

By Parks McCants on
On Honda’s announcement this week of Hyper-charge network expansion in Europe and Asia, what’s in store for the next generation Honda Civic?
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If you are looking to buy a 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 or almost any other new Chevy car, truck or SUV, the company is currently running their “2017 Closeout Incentive” program, which cuts the price by as much as 20% on the majority of vehicles in dealer stock.
By John Goreham on
The 1990 Mazda Miata in this image will cost you $2500, but your money is no good when it comes to that fabulous wing.
By Denis Flierl on
Mitsubishi could pick Nissan’s pocket with rebadged Frontier named “Raider”
By John Goreham on
We researched the best winter tires for the Toyota RAV4 and found these models at the top.
By Armen Hareyan on
Tundra is a tried and proven vehicle, but Toyota must look beyond what it's offering today to have a much more modern, perhaps hybrid, Tundra or no Tundra by 2020.
By Denis Flierl on
Another lawsuit has been filed against Subaru; Its Forester attracts rats?
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru created the all-wheel-drive crossover niche. Where most crossovers fail, the 2018 Crosstrek excels.
By Marc Stern on
BMW has issued a stop-sale order for unsold i3 electrics as it seeks to find agreement with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on resolving a test issue that has caused the electric to fail its tests.
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru will launch 3 new EVs in Japan by 2021. The U.S. could be next to get these models.
By Armen Hareyan on
Jeep Wrangler owners can sometimes be Good Samaritans. 3 weeks ago I learned about these three stories of Wrangler owners helping other Jeepers. I thought Torque News readers would enjoy reading them.
By Armen Hareyan on
Imagine the Tesla Semi truck's charging station size. How will be?
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Can the new Ford GT break the Arctic Circle Raceway lap record?
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The Subaru WRX STI S208 won't see US shores. Here's what performance fans in the U.S. are missing.
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Diesel is the world's dirtiest fuel for automobiles. Toyota has moved away from diesel but is now going a step further.
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Looking for winter tires for your Toyota Camry? We did the research and here are the best three tire models.
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“Performance” long an experience spoken of in relation to an automobile’s acceleration and torque, takes on a new definition in the era of the connected car. In rolls 2018 Honda Accord.
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Check out the interior of what could be the fastest production car on the planet.
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For those camping trips away from civilization, here’s 8 of the best in-car fridge units for Subaru Crosstrek, Forester and Outback owners.
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A few months ago, we asked VW why the Amarok isn't offered here. Aside from its diesel power, the automaker told us that it didn't make sense given its marketing strategy. Well, now the pickup was named European Pickup of the Year, 2018 and sales are up as customers are excited. Don't you think that if it was offered in a gasoline version, it might not do well on this side of the ocean? We think so, but, we're not VW.
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"On a test drive my truck chugged up that hill at 62 mph in 6th," writes Terry Onufer from Mars, PA who sent Torque News this letter sharing his driving experience of Chevy Colorado Diesel, 2.8 Duramax and says it will do most jobs a truck is called to do.
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Now that there are many talks on the internet and auto blogs about the BMW i3 recall because someone women don't wear seat-belts, hear this story. This is perhaps the worst BMW i3 accident I have ever seen and the man walked away unharmed. That tells a lot about the car's safety.
By Armen Hareyan on
We have seen the Tesla Semi electric truck, but here is a video, which shows how it really accelerates. This electric Semi's acceleration is rapid and swift.
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Mercedes Benz recently unveiled its new 2018 E-Class Coupe in Barcelona, Spain. As we’ve come to expect from the luxury German automaker, the newest offering from the E-Class is packed to the brim with impressive technology and gadgetry. Take a look at these tech highlights from the Mercedes E Class. Torque News reader Kristien Matelski contributed this story.
By John Goreham on
Mazda's 2018 CX-5 crossover has new stuff, at every price point.
By Patrick Rall on
The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat is an incredible performance car, but an owner in Michigan has gotten his supercharged Mopar muscle car into the 10.0s with nothing more than a good engine tune and a few simple drivetrain upgrades.
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Subaru of America confirms Limited Edition 50th Anniversary WRX STI. Will they get a special “Gold” paint?
By Marc Stern on
The Super Trofeo racing season came to an exciting end as two qualifiers and a final saw eight different winners. Also, the Lambo Cup winner was announced and the Super Trofeo World Champions made their appearances.
By Armen Hareyan on
Yesterday the US Department of Energy released the transportation analysis fact of the week in which the state of California had the highest concentration of plug-in electric cars relative to population in 2016. It's a cool map, which makes you want to know more.

By Patrick Rall on
Posts on social media suggest that the 2018 Ford Mustang has begun reaching dealerships around the country and when the cars hit at full force, the Motor Company will almost surely see another big spike in muscle car sales.