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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.

How to make the most of an electric vehicle in winter.
Common Sense Winter Electric Vehicle Strategies To Make the Most of Range and Efficiency
By John Goreham on
Here are some tips from the folks that drive EVs to those heading into their first winter season with an electric vehicle.
2018 Subaru BRZ tS, BRZ STI
Canada Only Gets 100 Subaru BRZ tS; US Gets 500, Australia Gets More
By Denis Flierl on
Limited to just 100 units Canada-wide, the 2018 Subaru BRZ tS heads north. US and Australia get even more.
2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, best Holiday car deals
Best 2018 Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek Holiday Deals
By Denis Flierl on
Ever wonder why Subaru doesn’t have any cars in their ads this time of year?
2018 Volkswagen Atlas
Has Volkswagen been hinting at an expanded Atlas lineup? It is very possible
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen, whose Atlas SUV has been a strong seller in its first seven months on the market, may be expanding the line. The automaker has trademarked a couple of interesting name and there have been hints that a sporty five-seat version in the offing, as well as an off-roading version.
2018 Porsche Panamera hybrid
Battery makers can’t meet demand for Porsche Panamera Hybrid
By Marc Stern on
According to an exclusive report by Reuters, battery manufacturers are having a tough time meeting the needs of Porsche whose Panamera hybrid sales are exceeding projections.
2018 Subaru WRX STI, Subaru 50th Anniversary Edition, 2018 WRX
Subaru 50th Anniversary Edition Color and Limited Numbers Leaked
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru 50th Anniversary edition color and limited numbers have been leaked. Here’s the details.
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Why I find a viable driving future in 2018 Clarity BEV
By Parks McCants on
While attending Honda’s recent Clarity PHEV press roll-out in Napa, I had the opportunity to drive Honda’s premium Clarity battery electric vehicle. Although the press pans Clarity BEV’s drive range, there’s something outstanding about this EV that few talk about.
2018 Kia Stinger, Stinger GT, Wards 10 Best Engines 2018, BMW M240i 3.0L
How New Kia Stinger 3.3L V-6 Overtakes BMW’s 3.0L For Top Engine Honors
By Denis Flierl on
The new Kia Stinger is already getting awards. It just overtook BMW for a top engine award.
2018 Genesis G80, 2018 Genesis G90, IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+
Genesis G80, G90 Belong to Elite Group With 3 Other Luxury Brands
By Denis Flierl on
The 2018 Genesis G80 and G90 share rarified air with 3 luxury brands. They all have the safest large luxury cars on the planet.
2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Legacy, IIHS,
Subaru Forester, Legacy Have Longest Top Safety Picks Win Streak in America
By Denis Flierl on
The 2018 Subaru Forester and Legacy have the longest top safety picks win streak in America. How does Subaru keep doing it?
2018 Challenger Hellcat Widebody in Go Mango
Build Your 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody Online Now
By Patrick Rall on
The configurator tool for the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody is live on Dodge.com, allowing us all to build and price our ideal extra-grippy Mopar muscle car – and to begin working on a plan to buy the 707hp machine.
Check out the UK-Only Limited Edition Mazda MX-5 Miata.
See the Limited Edition Mazda MX-5 Z-Sport Miata Only UK Customers Can Buy
By John Goreham on
This special Mazda MX-5 Miata is for UK customers only. Sorry, America!
Vic Goertzen's 1969 Camaro SS
December Camaro of the Month: Vic Goertzen's 1969 Camaro SS
By Patrick Rall on
The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for December 2017 is the 1969 Camaro SS shown above, owned by Vic Goertzen.
2019 Toyota Avalon will feature new look and new engine.
New 2019 Toyota Avalon Will Debut With Bigger Visual Punch, New Engine
By John Goreham on
Toyota is about to release the details on the new 2019 Avalon.
2018 Subaru Outback, Kelly Blue Book 12 Best Family Cars 2018
2018 Subaru Outback Scores KBB Best Car For Active Families
By Denis Flierl on
The 2018 Subaru Outback scores Kelly Blue Book’s 12 Best Family Cars 2018 award. What sets it apart from all other winners?
2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA, 2018 Subaru BRZ tS, pricing
Subaru WRX STI Type RA, BRZ tS Pricing Announced; WR Blue, Black or White
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru announced pricing on the 2018 WRX STI Type RA and 2018 BRZ tS. They come in three colors, if you can find one.
Porsche 919
Porsche Rennsport Reunion VI lists competition groups, applicant info
By Marc Stern on
When the Rennsport Reunion opens in April, enthusiasts will have a chance to rub shoulder with some of the greats of Porsche racing as the automaker and Laguna Seca have unveiled the competition categories and applicant information for this vintage event.
2017 Aston Martin DB11
The 2017 Aston Martin DB11 can only be described by one word: beautiful
By Russell Chiulli on
Looking at the car from the outside, its shape is similar to the roadster silhouette we have all come to know and love from Aston Martin. However the 2017 DB11 has a refined aggressiveness that is so well done it will not only drop your jaw, but leave you drooling as well.
Civic_Type_R_Engine_Overview
Civic Type-R turbo power earns ‘Wards 10 Best Engines’ for 2018
By Parks McCants on
It’s a big deal to earn Wards’ coveted “10 Best Engines” accolade. For 2018, Honda has two models acknowledged by Wards. What do we like about the most powerful engine to ever be offered in a production Honda car?
2019 Corvette ZR1 side
Hennessey is Preparing a 1200hp Corvette ZR1 Package
By Patrick Rall on
The folks at Hennessey Performance are the first to announce a monster power package for the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 – delivering 1200 horsepower and 1066lb-ft of torque along with a low-9-second quarter mile time and a top speed of 230 miles per hour.
2018 Mustang
Ford Mustang Sales Remain Strong in Europe Ahead of 2018 Sales Spike
By Patrick Rall on
The Ford Mustang is the bestselling sporty car in the USA and with more than 11,000 units sold in Europe through the first ten months of the year, the Motor Company is making another hard run at having the bestselling sporty car in the world.
2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row Crossover, New Subaru SUV
When Subaru Will Produce Ascent 3-Row PHEV
By Denis Flierl on
We’ve been asked by readers if Subaru will produce a 2019 Ascent plug-in hybrid. It could be coming soon.
2020 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation WRX STI, 2020 Subaru WRX
Future Subaru WRX STI EV Rumble Could Be Fake
By Denis Flierl on
What will happen to the Subaru WRX STI rumble when a plug-in-hybrid or all-electric model arrives?
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How Civic Type-R tops Volvo and Tesla in ‘Best Car’ competition
By Parks McCants on
Today, Honda News shines the spotlight on a bit of a head scratcher: In an automotive market environment where the measurement of value is ever changing; where sometimes, apples beat oranges, and vice versa, 2017 Honda Civic Type-R comes out on top.
No meaningful value to premium fuel versus regular.
AAA Study Finds No Meaningful Value From Premium Fuel In Passenger Vehicles
By John Goreham on
A study by AAA provides empirical data that proves any benefits from using premium fuel in a vehicle that can accept regular are meaningless.
2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row Crossover, New Subaru SUV, LA Auto show, When is it available
3 Subaru Ascent Features Will Make It Safest 3-Row Family Hauler In America
By Denis Flierl on
When it arrives next year, these 3 features will make 2019 Subaru Ascent the safest 3-Row family hauler in America.
2019 VW Jetta
VW to improve 2019 Jetta driving dynamics and technology packaging
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen held a debut Tuesday where the 2019 Jetta was introduced to the automotive press. The automaker plans to the global introduction at next month's North American International Auto Show.
Honda Civic in Winter
Warming Up Your Car in The Winter vs Driving Cold
By Armen Hareyan on
Do you guys let your Honda Civic warm up in the winter or drive it cold, or does it really matter? I feel as if the transmission is a little stiffer when it is cold out, but does driving cold negatively affect the car in any way?
3g Camaro Z28 badge
A New Camaro Z28 with LT5 Power Sounds Better Than Ever
By Patrick Rall on
The arrival of the new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE all-but-erased our hopes of seeing a new Z28, but the arrival of the new LT5 V8 in the Corvette ZR1 brings new life to the rumor of an even more-powerful Chevy muscle car – one which would overpower the Dodge Hellcat cars.
GT500 Wheel
New Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Engine Information Arrives Online
By Patrick Rall on
A picture which allegedly shows the top of the engine intended for the upcoming Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 has turned up online along with a company document stating that the newest super-pony will be supercharged.
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