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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.

Tesla Model 3
30 Minute Wait To Sit in a Model 3 at Tesla Manhattan
By Armen Hareyan on
The picture in this Tweet shows You have to wait in line for 30 minutes to sit in a Tesla Model 3 in Manhattan Tesla dealership in NYC.
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2 Reasons to visit Acura at the Portland International Auto Show
By Parks McCants on
As workers hurriedly assemble the biggest Car and Truck Show in Oregon, I came upon two Acura models that are generally reserved for special order in much of the U.S..There they sat, in all their sport-hybrid glory.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Subaru Global Platform, EyeSight, What Car? Car of the Year Awards
3 Reasons Why New Subaru Crosstrek Gets Global Car Safety Award
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek gets more awards this week. It picks up accolades from What Car? in the UK for safety.
Chevy Bolt vs Tesla Model S
Few Advantages of Chevy Bolt vs Model S, But Are They Comparable?
By Armen Hareyan on
The advantages of Chevy Bolt vs Tesla Model S depends on your driving habits, distances your drive, price and and the size you need.
VW GTI TCR
VW’s winning Volkswagen GTI TCR undergoes first U.S. test at Daytona
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen's successful Golf GTI TCR racer made its U.S, debut at Daytona as the TCR series moves to the endurance circuit. The debut was at Daytona.
Tesla Model S vs Chevy Bolt
Used Tesla Model S Prices vs Owning a New Chevy Bolt
By Armen Hareyan on
I am looking at purchasing a Bolt EV for delivery in mid October. I was looking at the cost of a used Tesla Model S 85 and the price is about $11,000 more than the Chevy Bolt. My question is in about 8 months time would the used Tesla market come down enough to justify giving up the Ontario incentives to own a Tesla, or should I get a new Bolt?
Toyota Prius is America's best delivery vehicle.
Toyota Prius - The Perfect Delivery Vehicle?
By John Goreham on
The Toyota Prius is well known as the best green car on the planet, but is it also the best delivery vehicle in America?
Tesla Semi Truck
4 Pros and Cons of Electric Semi Trucks After Tesla's Tested Its Own
By Armen Hareyan on
Opponents of Tesla Semi say it's not cost effective, but proponents say the cost is comparable to diesel trucks. Here are 4 pros and cons for electric Semi trucks.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, new-generation Subaru, awards
New Subaru Crosstrek Is “BestRide of The Year”; More Than a Cute CUV
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek gets more accolades, and it’s more than a cute CUV.
2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row Crossover, New Subaru SUV
New Subaru Ascent Seen In the Wild Doing High-Altitude Testing
By Denis Flierl on
We spot the all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent doing some high-altitude testing in the mountains of Colorado. They are also playing with its EyeSight.
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Acura Motorsports Has a Real Shot at Winning the 56th Annual Rolex 24 at Daytona
By Parks McCants on
It’s not every year that we find Acura Motorsports competing in partnership with two auto racing giants at the Rolex 24 at Daytona. Such is the case for the 56th annual running of what’s been called the toughest endurance race in North America.
Panaeras moving gold
Why would you use 3 Panameras to move gold? Because you can and because they did
By Marc Stern on
When Baird decided to move nearly $14,000,000 in gold they decided to use a rather unique method to move the fortune. They asked for Porsche's assistance and used three Panamera Turbo Sport Tourismos, and lots of security, to pull off the transfer without a hitch.
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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.
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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.
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