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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.

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That quirky ‘Green’ neighbor of yours driving the 2017 Clarity FCV has good reason to smile
By Parks McCants on
If you live in a major metro region of California, you’re beginning to see 2017 Honda Clarity driving silently past you in the H.O.V. lane. That quirky “Green” neighbor of yours has a secret, and he or she has several reasons to smile.
2008 Bullitt Mustang GT
Bullitt Mustang Update: Ford Says Window Sticker isn't Real
By Patrick Rall on
Yesterday we brought you the news of what appeared to be the first window sticker for the 2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt GT, but according to Ford Motor Company, that sticker was not produced by the automaker – although my expectations of seeing a new Bullitt Mustang remain.
Original American Honda Motor Company Incorporated
How Honda Became My Go-To Brand
By Roger Maxwell on
At the risk of this sounding like a car commercial, let me say this — I’ve been driving Honda automobiles long before I began writing about them. I have an appreciation for many different brands and models, but I find myself returning to the Honda brand more often than any other.
2018 Subaru WRX, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Top Safety Pick+, IIHS
New Subaru WRX and Crosstrek Ramp Up Safety For Consumers
By Denis Flierl on
The 2018 Subaru WRX and Crosstrek score the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Award. What other Subaru vehicles achieved it too?
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, EVO, Evolution SUV, Mitsubishi e-Evolution Concept
New Mitsubishi e-Evolution Concept Melts the ICE
By Denis Flierl on
Mitsubishi will unveil their hottest EV ever at the Tokyo Motor Show called the Mitsubishi e-Evolution Concept. It melts the ICE.
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum AWD vs. the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD.
Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD vs. Nissan Pathfinder Platinum AWD - Which Is Your Choice?
By John Goreham on
We compare and contrast two of the best three-row crossovers, the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum AWD and the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD.
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If You Think Distracted Driving Hits “Only Other People,” Think Again
By Marc Stern on
Distracted driving continues to be a major issue on the highways of the country. A AAA safety study finds that today's navigation and infotainment systems require lots of driving involvement. Is it too much?
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
FCA Recalls 700,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees and Dodge Durangos Because of Brake Shields
By Mary Conway on
Fiat Chrysler is recalling more than 700,000 of its popular Jeep Grand Cherokees and Dodge Durangos because of a potential problem with brake shields. The models were built from 2011-2014.
2008 Bullitt Mustang GT
2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt Window Sticker Surfaces Online
By Patrick Rall on
A window sticker for a 2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt has surfaced online, suggesting that the famed Bullitt Mustang will return for the 2018 model year – supporting rumors from earlier this year that there was a new special edition dark green Mustang on the way.
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Malcolm Zack's Stock-Powered Hellcat Challenger Runs a 10.39 Quarter Mile
By Patrick Rall on
Last month we brought you the story of Malcolm Zack, who drove his stock-powered Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat to a stock-powered Hellcat record when he ran a 10.47, but this past weekend, Zack broke his own record, laying down an awesome 10.39 at 135.58 miles per hour.
2018 Kia Stinger
Here’s Why You Will Pay Attention to Kia; New Stinger is Hot and Loud
By Denis Flierl on
You better pay attention to the Kia brand because they are on the move. Check out the hot new Kia Stinger.
Honda's Bold Move: Turbos in Every 2018 Accord
By Roger Maxwell on
Honda swapped both naturally-aspirated engines in the 2018 Accord for two, smaller turbocharged engines. Is there reason for concern?
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, plug-in hybrid, all-electric, new Subaru EV
Breaking: Subaru to Join New EV Partnership With Toyota and Mazda
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Corporation will join an EV partnership with Toyota and Mazda. When will Subaru unveil their new all-electric vehicle?
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Old-School Honda Si Fans Look to 2018 Acura ILX For a No Turbo Joy Ride
By Parks McCants on
It’s that i-VTEC exhaust tune note that only a high-revving naturally aspirated Honda 4 banger can make that drives old-school Civic Si fans away from the next generation turbocharged engine. In rolls the 2018 Acura ILX.
Porsche Cayenne
Porsche Continues Its Solid Sales Growth; 5,059 Vehicles Delivered in September
By Marc Stern on
Porsche continued its solid sales growth in September as the automaker reported increases in deliveries in nearly all of its lines. Only the Cayenne was down a bit.
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2018 Acura ILX Special Edition Presents Affordable Race Inspired Features
By Parks McCants on
For 2018, Acura’s portal sedan comes to dealerships this week with a new trim option. In effect, Acura brings it’s ‘A Game’ to ILX, an affordable premium compact sedan that gives the competition a run for the standard feature value, with an injection of race inspired features.
2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT
Yes, There Is a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT
By Patrick Rall on
Some people seem to believe the arrival of the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk led to the end of the Grand Cherokee SRT, but that is not the case at all, as there is a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT with the 475 horsepower, 6.4L Hemi – serving as a sort of entry-level super sport utility vehicle below the 707hp Trackhawk.
2018 Saleen Mustang 302
Saleen Teases their 2018 Ford Mustang Packages
By Patrick Rall on
Steve Saleen and his team of high performance experts are well known for their aftermarket tuning efforts with the Ford Mustang and while we don’t have any concrete details – the company recently introduced the first image and the brief details of the 2018 Saleen Mustang.
Toyota, Mazda and Denso team up on EVs.
Toyota Buddies Up With Mazda and Denso On Electric Vehicles
By John Goreham on
Toyota builds a posse to go after future EV sales.
Tesla Model 3
Tesla: Massive Success With Model 3 vs Making Niche Cars
By Armen Hareyan on
Today as I scanning the Tesla discussions in forums and groups I noticed an interesting opinion, which claimed that Tesla will have more success with niche cars vs going mass market with Model 3, despite Model 3's success. Here is the loginc behind this claim and how Tesla CEO meets at least one of his goals no matter what.
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, SEMA Show 2017
Rockstar Energy Moab Extreme Off-roader Santa Fe Sport Concept; Whew!
By Denis Flierl on
It could be the longest vehicle name in the history of autos, but it’s a cool off-road concept vehicle using the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport as the platform. It's coming to SEMA 2017.
Tesla Motors Dealership
Tesla's Advantages and Disadvantages After Every Carmaker Goes Electric
By Armen Hareyan on
Recently one automaker after another made announcements about their electric vehicle plans and it seems that all of them will eventually go electric. If they do Tesla, a clear leader with Nissan Leaf and Chevy Bolt will have certain advantages, but also disadvantages.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru Impreza, new-generation Subaru
Why These 2 New-Generation Subarus Are Blowing Up the Entire Lineup
By Denis Flierl on
Buyers are responding to the new-generation 2018 Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza models in a big way. What’s up with the new-gen models?
2018 Honda Accord Sport 2.0T
2018 Honda Accord Sport 2.0T Is No Threat to Civic Type R, But Comparison to Civic Si
By Roger Maxwell on
Imagine a more powerful version of the Civic Si or a more luxurious version of the Civic Type R. Could Honda’s newly-announced 2018 Accord Sport 2.0T be a worthy compromise?
2018 Audi Q5
Audi’s Record Sales Run Hits 81 Months In September
By Marc Stern on
Audi's steady sales pace has resulted in another monthly record in September. The automaker set its 81st straight monthly sales record, led by deliveries of the all-new Q5, the Q7 and the A5 Sportback.
David Crockett's 2009 Challenger
David Crockett's Supercharged Dodge Challenger Sets another Quarter Mile Record
By Patrick Rall on
Last month, we brought you the news of David Crockett’s 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 setting the record for the quickest quarter mile time for a modern Mopar with a clutch-controlled manual transmission, but this past weekend, Crockett and his street-driven Challenger smashed his own record – laying down a 9.28 at 151.98 miles per hour.
New Mercedes AMG GT R
Green Mercedes-AMG GT R In The Middle of American Trucks
By Armen Hareyan on
What is the Mercedes-AMG GT R doing in the in the middle of all these awesome American trucks?
Camaro SS
Chevrolet Camaro Surges, Dodge Challenger Drops in September Sales
By Patrick Rall on
The Chevrolet Camaro had a big month in September while the Dodge Challenger fell far from the month before and the Ford Mustang stayed relatively steady – allowing the Camaro to lead the muscle car monthly sales race for the 2nd time this year.
2018 Nissan LEAF, LEAF NISMO
Nissan Turns Over a New LEAF; Check Out the Hot LEAF NISMO Hatch
By Denis Flierl on
Nissan has revealed a new LEAF NISMO concept hot hatch. This is one model we hope they bring to production.
Chevy Bolt 2018
Why GM is charging ahead into electric vehicles
By Mary Conway on
General Motors announced it is planning 20 new electric vehicles. What does this announcement really mean for customers?
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