Skip to main content

Automotive News (Page 665)

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_Honda_Accord_Touring_Portland_Auto_Show
2 Surprises for Honda Fans at the Portland International Auto Show, one a Civic
By Parks McCants on
Walking the massive floor of the Oregon Convention Center, I’m just a bit blown away by the size and scope of Oregon’s Portland International Auto Show. It’s a big deal, and American Honda Motor Company is here with a surprise or two for Honda fans.
Tesla Semi Truck in CA Public Roads
3 Things We Learned About Tesla Semi Truck From The 8-Second Video Clip
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla is now testing its Semi truck in the wild and public roads and there is a new 8-second video clip of that test.
Tesla Summon Feature on Model X Video
Here Is When Tesla Summon Feature Is Most Useful
By Armen Hareyan on
This is probably the best video of Tesla Summon feature showing Model X driving itself out of a puddle to its owner.
Toyota named most admired company, but where does Tesla rank?
Toyota Is Named A Most Admired Automotive Company By Fortune Magazine - Where Does Tesla Rank?
By John Goreham on
Fortune Magazine's panel of business experts compiled this list of most admired companies. Toyota is the second-ranked automotive company, where do you guess Tesla ranks?
2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 50th anniversary models
Subaru 50th Anniversary Editions Revealed: 50 Years of Subaru
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru reveals the 50th Anniversary Editions on their The Cars pages as they celebrate 50 years in the U.S.
2019 ID Buzz
I.D. family bumps e-Golf from Volkswagen lineup
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen plans to phase out the e-Golf as the automaker continues work on its 8th Generation Golf. The reason for the phaseout is VW's new I.D. electric family. The three-model lineup will have a fully electric hatchback, taking the space used the e-Golf. VW execs say there's no need for two hatchbacks in the same segment.
Byton vs Tesla
5 Changes Tesla Should Make To Stay Ahead of Byton
By Armen Hareyan on
Recently at CES 2018 the most surprising and impressive unveiling belonged to Byton, a Chinese-based company with offices in Europe and the United States. There are 5 things Byton has that Tesla doesn't have and it would be good if Tesla at least thought about them.
Toyota teases Chevy with Tacoma vs. Colorado Mall Terrain advert.
Toyota's "Mall Terrain" Tacoma Adds Poke Back at Chevy Colorado ZR2's "Segment of One" Nonsense
By John Goreham on
Toyota doesn't have to advertise the Tacoma but opted to poke back at Chevy. Here's why.
Used Tesla model 3 for Sale at a lower price
Used Model 3 Cars Are For Sale and The Prices Range From 59 to $102K
By Armen Hareyan on
Used Tesla Model 3 cars are already popping up for sale on Autotrader and the prices are dropping. This man got his Model 3 from Tesla and put it up for sale two days later.
2019 Subaru Ascent, Super Bowl LII, Philadelphia Flower Show
Why Subaru Wants New Ascent To Launch With Brady Losing Super Bowl LII
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru doesn’t want Tom Brady to win Super Bowl LII. They are Eagles fans first.
2019 Subaru WRX STI, 2019 WRX, new-generation 2020 -2021 STI,
2019 Subaru WRX STI; Why You Should Wait For New-Generation Model
By Denis Flierl on
The 2019 Subaru WRX STI is coming later this year but you might want to wait before you buy one.
audi_r8_gt4
Audi fields first all-women team to compete in Daytona enduro
By Marc Stern on
In a first, Audi Motorsports has, as part of its customer racing program, fielded its first all-women driving team to compete in the GS4 class at Friday's Daytona enduro.
Tesla Electric Semi Truck
These 19 Companies Together Have Ordered At least 375 Tesla Semi Trucks
By Armen Hareyan on
Well-known multinational companies are lining up to be allowed to buy Tesla's new electric truck.
Tesla driver arrested in Model 3 crash.
Tesla Police Blotter - Police Say Tesla Employee That Crashed New Model 3 Arrested For Alleged Drunk Driving
By John Goreham on
Police In California had to pull a crashed Model 3 out of a creek. The additional crime they arrested the employee for.
Man arrested by police for drunk driving blames Tesla Autopilot.
Tesla Police Blotter News: Man In Arrested In Tesla For Allegedly Driving Drunk Said Car Was On Autopilot
By John Goreham on
Police say a man arrested for allegedly driving drunk told officers the car was a Tesla equipped with Autopilot.
Tesla Model S reportedly on autopilt hits parked firetruck.
Tesla Police Blotter News - Tesla Driver Hits Parked Firetruck - Blames Autopilot
By John Goreham on
A Tesla Model S crashed into the back of a bright red firetruck. Guess who the Tesla driver blames?
2018 Saleen F150 Sport Truck
The New Saleen F150 Packs 700 Supercharged Horsepower
By Patrick Rall on
This past weekend, the crew from Saleen Automotive introduced their new F150-based Sport Truck at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale event, packing 700 horsepower into a uniquely-designed Ford pickup – and it can be ordered with the regular cab configuration.
C7 Corvette ZR1
2019 Corvette ZR1 #1 Raises $925k for Charity
By Patrick Rall on
The right to own the first 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 was auctioned off at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale event and when the final gavel struck, the 755-horsepower C7 raised $925,000 for charity.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Subaru Global Platform, OzRoamer’s Car of the Year (COTY) awards
OzRoamer AWD Mag; New Subaru Crosstrek is "Far Ahead of Competition"
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek gets named best AWD sports utility vehicle under 45K. What’s it mean for consumers?
2018 Subaru Forester, Subaru reliability, iSeeCars
Forester is Top Vehicle Owners Keep 15+ Years; Subaru is #2 in America
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru Forester is top and Subaru brand is #2 in America among all vehicles owners keep longer than 15 years.
VW ID Crozz concept
Major changes planned for 8th Generation VW Golf
By Marc Stern on
Sources talking with Auto Express said that when the Eighth Generation Golf makes its appearance 2021 the e-Golf will go away as the automaker readies the I.D. series for their debuts.
2016_Hondaa_Pilot_Elite_Mud_Auto_Idle_Stop
Why Honda Equips Pilot SUV with Auto Stop, What it Does, and Doesn’t do
By Parks McCants on
There’s a long headline for you. But truthfully, that often annoying idle-autostop does have a purpose. Monday finds Honda presenting a new video on the subject. Do we need autostop?
Toyota's move out of California continues to make sense.
Toyota's Exodus From California Looks Smarter Every Day
By John Goreham on
Toyota moved its HQ as well as other operations out of California. Reminders of why just keep coming.
2018_Honda_Clarity_CES_Las_Vegas
Honda Clarity Electric Honored as Most Innovative Car at CES Las Vegas
By Parks McCants on
CES Las Vegas is the largest consumer electronics show in North America. Recognized by auto manufacturers as an important showcase for tech innovation, Honda Clarity takes top billing with a unique approach to EV.
Bullit old and new in Detroit
2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt Raises $300k for Charity
By Patrick Rall on
The right to own the first 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt was auctioned off this past weekend at the 2018 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale event, raising $300,000 for charity.
Ron Rabe Camaro
January Camaro of the Month: Ron Rabe’s 1969 Camaro RS Z/28
By Patrick Rall on
The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for January 2018 is the 1969 Camaro RS Z/28 replica shown above, owned by Ron Rabe.
Audi A8 turbodiesel
Report says Audi still selling illegal turbodiesels in Germany; recall ordered
By Marc Stern on
Audi has been selling illegal luxury models in Germany a report in the tabloid newspaper Bild says. According to the story, the automaker has continued to sell the turbodiesels even though it has known the vehicles are illegal and they were selling them and continued to market the vehicles even as the Dieselgate scandal was breaking.
2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row Crossover, New Subaru SUV, Animal Planet Puppy Bowl, Super Bowl ads
2 Ways Subaru Will Score Big With Families on Super Bowl Sunday
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru will score big with families on Super Bowl Sunday. The Barkley dog family is back this time with the all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent.
2019_Honda_Insight
Future Generation Honda Owners Will Perceive Electric Vehicles as the Norm
By Parks McCants on
My mother remembers Horse Stables on Hollywood Boulevard back when she was a girl. Me, I rode the last original electric Red Car streetcars in Southern California with my grandmother as a 5-year old. Soon after General Motors with the help of Standard Oil pushed public transportation back several decades. Today, we move back to the future with the electric car.
2006 Subaru WRX STI, Jeremy Clarkson, The Grand Tour: Farmkhana
Subaru WRX STI Was Harmed in the Filming of The Grand Tour: Farmkhana
By Denis Flierl on
Watch Jeremy Clarkson do a Ken Block Gymkhana impersonation in a Subaru WRX STI. [Video]
Subscribe to