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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.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 WRX
Watch 2018 Subaru WRX STI Get Its Extreme Drifting On [Video]
By Denis Flierl on
Watch the 2018 Subaru WRX STI do some extreme drifting on the track. [Video]
Tesla Model S 75D
I turned in my Model 3 reservation today for a Tesla Model S 75D, PUP and Autopilot order
By Armen Hareyan on
There is so much excitement around the Tesla Model 3 and anticipation for it that we forget that there is another trend too. I have already heard number of stories that people turned in their Model 3 reservation for Tesla Model S. One of them is this story.
2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, Outback 2.0L Diesel, Forester 2.0L Diesel
Subaru Will Axe Outback And Forester 2.0L Diesels To Focus On EV Development
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru will stop selling its 2.0-liter diesel Outback and Forester models around the globe to focus on electric vehicle development.
2017 VW Atlas -- Torque News
Volkswagen recovery continues as August sales hit 32,015 units
By Marc Stern on
Continuing its recovery from the sales disaster brought on by the Dieselgate scandal, Volkswagen reported sales of 32,000 units in August, a 9.0 percent increase over 2016.
Toyota FT-1
2019 Toyota Supra, can it pick up where Toyota left it off?
By Alex Reichenbach on
In 1998 The Toyota Supra became a car of the past. Toyota withdrew from the US market after withdrawing from the Canadian market two years prior and ultimately ending production in japan in 2002. The Supra MKIV left a lasting impression on the automotive work that almost 20 years later still has not gone away. But now, a new dawn is on the horizon.
2017 Toyota Tundra Tires
Find the Best Tires for Your Truck Needs Before Upgrading Your Toyota Tundra
By Senita Hignojoz on
Buying quality tires is one of the best ways to improve the performance of your Toyota Tundra. There is an extensive variety of truck tires on the market, but you need to make sure you buy the right tires for your specific truck. So, before you upgrade your Tundra, always reflect on what you want out of your tires and make sure your tire selection is up to the task.
2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE ini white
Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE Beats Porsche 911, Nissan GTR in C&D Lightning Lap
By Patrick Rall on
The folks at Car & Driver have announced the results of their 2017 Lighting Lap series and while the Mercedes Benz AMG GT R took the title as the overall winner, the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE beat every other competitor in the group – including the Porsche 911 Turbo S and the Nissan GT-R Track Edition, both of which are in the price class above the Camaro.
2018 NIssan Leaf Canadian Reservation
Canadian Reservations Open for 2018 Nissan Leaf and No Deposit Required
By Armen Hareyan on
Nissan Canada just opened the reservations page for the 2018 Nissan Leaf and unlike Tesla Model 3 no deposit is required.
2017 Flex Limited AWD EcoBoost
2017 Ford Flex Review: Great Driving Dynamics Meet Big SUV Space
By Patrick Rall on
Most people who are shopping for a new 7-passenger vehicle look to the minivan or large sport utility vehicle segments, but the 2017 Ford Flex provides an awesome alternative to either of those other options – providing greater driving dynamics and more fun-to-drive factor than other 7-passenger vehicles.
Tesla Model S Crash Test Details
How the Tesla Model S Narrowly Missed A Poor Crash Test Rating
By John Goreham on
When IIHS tested the Tesla Model S the second time, something unexpected happened. Here’s the behind the scenes story.
tesla model 3 vs chevy bolt
Chevy Bolt vs Tesla Model 3 on Specs Alone
By Jeff Schneider on
Tesla's first mass-market vehicle, the Model 3, is expected to go head-to-head with the Chevrolet Bolt, which falls in the same price category and mileage range. Despite the fact that the Model 3 and the Chevy Bolt are marketed to very different demographics, their specs tell a different story.
Tesla Model S
Tesla Model S Barely Beats Chevy Bolt In U.S. Electric Vehicle Sales For August
By John Goreham on
Tesla's Model S took the top sales for electric vehicles in the U.S in August, but the race could not have been closer.
2018 Nissan Frontier crash test
Nissan Frontier Crash Tests Should Be Concerning For Mid-Size Truck Buyers
By Denis Flierl on
The Nissan Frontier pickup hasn’t had a structural redesign since 2005. New IIHS crash tests are concerning.
2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat headlight
2018 Dodge Hellcat Challenger, Charger Changes Detailed
By Patrick Rall on
While the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat don’t get any major changes for the 2018 model year, there are some aesthetic differences which will likely draw in more buyers who want a slightly different 707 horsepower muscle car.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Subaru Forester
Why Forester Lovers Get Left Out Of Fun New Crosstrek Colors
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek gets two new colors that are going over big with younger consumers. Why do Forester lovers get left out?
2017 Toyota Tacoma Crash Test Results.
Toyota Tacoma Matches Honda Ridgeline In Crash Tests, but Not Overall Safety
By John Goreham on
Toyota Trims outscore the Colorado, Canyon, and Frontier.
2018 Nissan Leaf
Does the 2018 Nissan Leaf do enough to remain competitive?
By Jeff Schneider on
The time is finally here and the 2018 Nissan Leaf has finally been revealed to all of us with its specs and the rumors and gossip is now in the past. Now the question that remains is: Has Nissan done enough to remain competitive in the growing EV hatchback market?
2018 Nissan LEAF
New Nissan LEAF Boasts 150 Mile Range, Will Cost You Less Than Tesla Model 3
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2018 Nissan LEAF was revealed last night. It boasts 150 mile range and will cost you less than a Tesla Model 3.
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2018 Acura TLX A-Spec takes ‘Precision Crafted Performance’ mainstream
By Parks McCants on
For 2018 Acura engineering presents the TLX A-Spec trim package. It’s visually captivating, and brings more than a bit of hard edged attitude to an already exceptionally well constructed executive 4-door sedan. As to drive performance, I say mild, only because TLX A-Spec, in top trim claims a modest 290 horsepower with a price point approaching $46,000.
2017 Macan
August Porsche Sales Dip As Automaker Awaits Arrival of 2018s
By Marc Stern on
Porsche reported a sales drop in August while its overall sales year has been up. The automaker, in a statement, says it is awaiting final approvals to our representative vehicles to enable this program.
Ford F-250
5 Ways To Cover Your Truck's Tailgate and Prevent Theft Including $1 Security Hack
By Mark Zubyk on
Tailgate theft on trucks like Ford F-250, F-350 or Chevy Silverado 1500 is on the rise. Here are 5 ways how to protect your truck from tailgate theft.
2016 Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn EcoDiesel
How a Full Size Truck Ram 1500 Became Our Family Sedan
By Mark Zubyk on
I had always been diesel-curious, but it wasn’t until spending four and a half years of my military career zipping along Germany’s Autobahns in turbo-diesel powered cars that it became a lifestyle choice. I knew the advantages diesel offers in fuel economy and low-end power, so I set my sights on a new VW Passat. My 2007 6-speed Passat wagon in Germany was great on fuel, cut the air like a knife, and felt solid and luxurious. So how did I end up with a Ram 1500 as our family car?
Tesla Model S and superchargers
New Tesla Model 3 Traffic May Overwhelm Already Overcrowded U.S. Superchargers
By John Goreham on
Tesla owners in California are already posting images of crowded Supercharger locations. What happens when the total population of Tesla cars begins to double every six months?
2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE - GM Image
Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE isn't Legal for European Road Use
By Patrick Rall on
The new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE will beat a most European performance cars around most road courses, but European performance car drivers won’t need to worry about running into the 650 horsepower muscle car on their local roads – as the car will not be sold in Europe due to the inability to meet pedestrian safety standards.
Toyota Tacoma and Tundra
Is There A Coming Toyota Tacoma and Tundra Shortage?
By John Goreham on
With so many pickup trucks destroyed, will Toyota have a hard time meeting demand for the Tacoma and Tundra?
2018 Ford Mustang GT Premium fastback
The Ford Mustang Needs to Come to NASCAR's Big League
By Patrick Rall on
Ford has used a Mustang in the NASCAR Xfinity Series for years, but with the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 coming to the NASCAR Monster Energy Series, Ford’s racing division needs to get a Mustang race car ready to battle the Camaro in NASCAR’s big leagues.
2018 BMW M2 CS
New Hardcore BMW M2 CS Will Get Limited Run [Video]
By Denis Flierl on
More new hardcore 2018 BMW M2 CS details are coming out. What can performance fans expect?
Viper Ring Record Car
Dodge Viper ACR Runs a 7:01 at the Ring - then Crashes
By Patrick Rall on
The second attempt by the fan-funded Dodge Viper ACR Nurburgring record team resulted in a new best for the Mopar supercar, but it still fell short of the Porsche 918 production record and worse yet – one car ran into mechanical issues and the other crashed.
2019 Subaru Outback, 2019 Subaru Forester, 2019 Subaru WRX/STI
Subaru’s Timeline For New Global Platform Upgrades; 2 New Models Are Coming
By Denis Flierl on
Here’s Subaru’s timeline for bringing the new Subaru Global Platform to all models in the brand’s stable. There’s also two new models coming.
2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 WRX
Continuing Trends Say Subaru WRX STI Is Losing Momentum Fast
By Denis Flierl on
The newly-redesigned 2018 Subaru WRX and WRX STI has arrived in showrooms but its losing momentum. What’s not up with the performance models?
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