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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.

Something is Roaring Today at GM's Milford Proving Grounds

By Patrick Rall on August 28, 2017 - 3:47PM

Anyone within a few mile radius of General Motors’ Milford Proving Grounds this morning likely heard the sweet roar of a high performance engine which could be the next generation Corvette ZR1 or the long-rumored mid-engine Corvette making repeated high speed runs on the secluded test track.

Honda CR-V tops ‘2017 Best New Cars for Teens’ with segment leading active safety features

By Parks McCants on August 28, 2017 - 3:41PM

Nineteen, 16 year old teenage drivers die daily from traffic accident related injury in the United States. When optioned with "Honda Sensing," the makers intelligent suite of safety and driver assist technology, 2017 Honda CR-V earns US News and World Reports “Best New Car for Teens” award. What makes CR-V exceptional in a sea of very good compact crossovers?

2018 XC60 T8 most powerful 2-row SUV in Volvo history

By Parks McCants on August 28, 2017 - 1:08PM

Producing 400 horsepower and 472 ft-lb torque, Volvo’s reinvented 2018 XC60 T8, brings a spirited drive dynamic rivaling many sport sedans; yet affords the ride height and utility demanded by today’s discerning crossover, SUV buyer. The icing on the cake? It’s electrified.

Dodge Viper ACR is Back at the Nurburgring

By Patrick Rall on August 28, 2017 - 12:38PM

Since late last week, the Dodge Viper ACR teams attempting to set the Nurburgring production road car lap time record has been hard at work at the famous German road course, but so far, the team has only been able to equal their previous record of 7:03.

Diesel Advantages? Chevy Equinox Diesel vs. Honda CR-V Gasoline

By John Goreham on August 28, 2017 - 12:34PM

Diesel advocates list many factors in trying to justify America's dirtiest liquid fuel. Among them, towing, performance, efficiency, and cost. However, a quick look at the facts reveals that modern mainstream diesel-powered crossovers cannot match modern gasoline-powered crossovers.

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18 Reasons Why Subaru Forester Is “SUV Of The Year” In Russia [Video]

By Denis Flierl on August 28, 2017 - 12:04PM

There’s 18 reasons why the new 2018 Subaru Forester is Russia’s “SUV of the Year”. This video says it all.

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How New Nissan Rogue Keeps Scoring Big With Millennials

By Denis Flierl on August 28, 2017 - 10:17AM

How does the new Nissan Rogue keep scoring big with millennials? It’s the hottest crossover in America.

3 Questions After Musk Shows Model S in Tesla's Tunnel

By Armen Hareyan on August 28, 2017 - 9:55AM

Sunday evening Tesla CEO Elon Musk shared an image of Tesla Model S in the company tunnel being dug under Los Angeles, starting in Hawthorne, CA. It immediately raised 3 questions among those who follow Tesla and hope to use the hyperloop one day soon. Watch the video inside too.

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Subaru WRX STI Convertible Surfaces At NH Dealer

By Denis Flierl on August 28, 2017 - 8:14AM

Check out this Subaru WRX STI Convertible. It’s real and it’s at a dealer in New Hampshire.

From Dieselgate To Perhaps VINgate, VW Just Can’t Catch A Break

By Marc Stern on August 28, 2017 - 12:40AM

Why does Volkswagen seem to keep shooting itself in its left front tire, so to speak? Just when the wheels of Dieselgate seemed to be slowing to a stop, prosecutors found what could be another scandal right in the paperwork they are using to investigate the emissions scandal in Europe, possibly thousands of cars built using a repeating set of VINs. So why did someone do it? No one knows right now.

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Pastrana Narrowly Beats Higgins For Thrilling ARA Championship Finish

By Denis Flierl on August 27, 2017 - 8:29AM

In the Subaru WRX STI battle Pastrana narrowly beats Higgins for the ARA Championship. It was another thrilling finish.

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‘Baby Driver’ Subaru WRX Stunt Car Sells For Amazing Amount On eBay

By Denis Flierl on August 26, 2017 - 8:40AM

The 2006 Subaru WRX stunt car from the movie ‘Baby Driver’ sells for an amazing amount on the eBay auction.

2018 Toyota C-HR crossover outsells what cars?

2018 Toyota C-HR Crossover Outsells WHAT U.S. Cars?!

By John Goreham on August 25, 2017 - 1:25PM

The new 2018 Toyota C-HR is just getting started. Here are some vehicles it is already outselling.

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Why Doesn’t Nissan Offer New NISMO 370Z In Chicane Yellow?

By Denis Flierl on August 25, 2017 - 10:35AM

Nissan announced a new 2018 370Z Coupe Heritage Edition in Chicane Yellow. Why doesn’t Nissan offer the NISMO 370Z with the popular color?

Why Does Anyone Buy a Toyota Prius Prime?

By Buzz Smith on August 25, 2017 - 9:27AM

I track ten plug-in vehicles for my blog "My Electric Vehicle Journey" and I am astonished each month, when I see the Toyota Prius Prime sales figures. I cannot understand how it competes so well, against plug-in hybrids, such as the Chevy Volt or Ford C-Max Energy. Heck, it has even outsold the fully electric Chevy Bolt EV and Tesla Model X in some months, this year.

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Subaru 50th Anniversary Editions Leaked; More New Models Are Coming

By Denis Flierl on August 25, 2017 - 8:17AM

Subaru announced they will launch new 50th anniversary 2018 models next year. An unnamed Subaru source has seen what’s coming.

Audi A-3, Porsche Cayenne Lead In Car Seat Quality

By Marc Stern on August 24, 2017 - 11:23PM

Two vehicles from the Volkswagen Group led this year's J.D. Power Seat Study. Based on the responses of more than 77,000 new car and truck owners, Audi's A-3 led in cars with no problems reported; Porsche's Cayenne led the SUV category with 0.8 problems per 100 vehicles.

The Tesla Model 3 battery pack design is going to be the target for other carmakers to shoot for

By Jeff Schneider on August 24, 2017 - 5:04PM

Tesla has upped the ante when it comes to their Model 3 battery pack. Here are some quick comparisons between the Model 3 battery pack and the Chevy Bolt battery pack.

Toyota Corolla and Avalon Named U.S. News Best Cars For Teens

By John Goreham on August 24, 2017 - 3:43PM

Toyota models make up a quarter of the new list by U.S. News.

Hardtop Roofs Now Available For Fiat 124 Spider

By John Goreham on August 24, 2017 - 3:16PM

Like the Miata, aftermarket companies fill customer demand for hardtop convertible roofs for the 2017 Fiat Spider.

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Remember The Red Dragon Subaru ESX STI? It Could Still Be Yours

By Denis Flierl on August 24, 2017 - 12:56PM

Do you remember the Red Dragon Subaru ESX STI? There’s a couple left and it could still be yours.

Here’s Why Nissan Already Hit A Home Run With New-Generation LEAF

By Denis Flierl on August 24, 2017 - 11:29AM

When Nissan unveils the new-generation 2018 LEAF on September 5, they've already hit a home run with the new EV.

Electric vehicles require a new way to sell

By Buzz Smith on August 24, 2017 - 10:25AM

The Chevy Volt led me to a pretty drastic career change: selling cars at my Chevy dealership. I had no experience in commissioned sales and was a bit worried about my ability to make a living, but I knew I wanted the world to know about electric vehicles. I knew I had to be a part of the way forward.

I Bought a 1973 Running Jeep for $125

By Austin Childs on August 24, 2017 - 9:40AM

The previous owner of this 1973 Jeep thought it was broken. But I got it working within an hour.

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Subaru’s Symmetrical AWD Beats Audi’s Quattro By Offering 4 AWD Systems

By Denis Flierl on August 24, 2017 - 9:00AM

Subaru’s all-wheel-drive lineup is dominating today beating much larger Audi. Why do they offer four different systems?

For Audi Engine Size Doesn’t Matter, It’s Power From Now On

By Marc Stern on August 24, 2017 - 1:00AM

Audi has announced a key change in the way it names its vehicles. For a long time, the automaker labeled its vehicles starting with the model name, such as A8. Then, the automaker would give the engine size and the engine type -- gasoline turbo, turbodiesel. Now, Audi is to drop size as an important criterion and will add power output.

Chevy Volt vs Bolt EV From A Volt Owner's Perspective

By Buzz Smith on August 23, 2017 - 9:02PM

First a disclaimer about comparing Chevy Volt vs the Bolt EV: I leased my first Chevy Volt in August of 2012. Before the next month ended, my wife leased one as well. About a year later my Chevy dealer hired me as its first EVangelist.