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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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2017 Honda CR-V drives light truck sales into the black for April
By Parks McCants on
Income Tax time in the United States is historically, a slow time for auto sales. 2017 is no exception, with most makers experience a bit of a market correction. The bright spot for Honda is the 2017 CR-V 2-row SUV. What;s driving record CR-V sales in April?
Car battery charging
How To Minimize Car Battery Recharging Risk and How Wrong CCA Can Kill Your Battery
By Armen Hareyan on
Today TorqueNews spoke with Dakota Campbell, who is a diesel mechanic for a company called Poldrack Auto in the Austin, TX area and is currently finishing up tech school to get his certification. I asked him about best car batteries and how to minimize charging risks. Here is what he said discussing the safety measures in regard to dying car battery.
Range Rover Sport TD6
Jaguar Land Rover Boss Stands Up For Diesel
By Will Maley on
Diesel vehicles have been dealing with a lot of bad press ever since it came to light that Volkswagen was using illegal software to pass emission tests. It seemed no one was going to defend them.
Ron Capps win number 3
3rd Straight Win for Ron Capps Dodge Charger
By Patrick Rall on
The domination of the NHRA Funny Car class by the crews from Don Schumacher Racing continued this past weekend as Ron Capps drove his Dodge Charger to his 3rd straight win and the team’s 6th win in 7 races this season – beating the Camaro funny cars of John Force and Robert Hight on his way to the final round win against Tim Wilkerson in the Mustang.
Mazda Miata Buggy
This Aftermarket Miata-based Buggy Could Be Yours for Cheap, If You Can Wrench
By Tim Healey on
Bring your own Mazda Miata, and be somewhat mechanically skilled, and for under $15,000, you can have a cool-looking off-road buggy.
2018 Mustang GT in NY
2018 Ford Mustang Standard Features Leaked in Dealer Brochure
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company still hasn’t rolled out all of the details on the 2018 Mustang, but a dealership brochure posted on the always-reliable Mustang6g clues us in on many of the key features which will be included on every new Ford Mustang.
Nürburgring ZR1 video
What Might be the C7 Corvette ZR1 Unofficially Laps Nurburgring in 7:30-ish
By Patrick Rall on
Another video showing what is believed to be the C7 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 lapping the Nürburgring has arrived online and in the video, the mysterious Corvette gets around the track with traffic in roughly 7 minutes and 30 seconds – although that number is far from any sort of official time and the official time will almost certainly be quicker.
Tesla news video has important updates on profits, Model 3, Solar City and more.
VIDEO: Tesla News Includes Big Q1 Loss, Model 3, Solar City Sales, More
By John Goreham on
This week's Tesla news has updates on the company's profitability, an update on the Model 3's production, a new sales model for the Solar City products, and more.
What is the best replacement for a Toyota RAV4 V6?
Four Good Replacements For the Discontinued Toyota RAV4 V6
By John Goreham on
Toyota killed off its V6-equipped RAV4 crossover in 2013. Here are some great new crossovers that might help fill the void.
Subaru Takata air bag recall, Forester, Outback, Impreza, WRX/STI
Use this Quick VIN Search Tool To See if Your Subaru is on the Takata Airbag Recall List
By Denis Flierl on
Do you know if your Subaru is on the Takata airbag recall? Here’s a quick VIN Search Tool.
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2018 Honda Odyssey invades Kona, Hawaii
By Parks McCants on
Hawaii is admittedly Honda country, and the Kona coast of the Big Island is no exception. Last week we enjoyed the experience of exploring the Kona side of Hawaii’s biggest island behind the wheel of the reinvented and much improved 2018 Honda Odyssey minivan, big things!
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru WRX STI
Watch the World’s Fastest Subaru Rally Crosstrek; Can it Beat the Iconic WRX STI?
By Denis Flierl on
Check out the world’s fastest Subaru Rally Crosstrek. Can it beat the iconic WRX STI?
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Acura TLX Sedan gains some long deserved market traction in April
By Parks McCants on
Acura’s under appreciate 2017 TLX 4-door sport sedan finally gained some long deserved market sales traction in April with an uptick of 39.1%, effectively beating the crossover, SUV trend.
VW will freshen the Golf for 2018 and include a new infotainment/navigation system.
2018 App Lets Everyone Control Golf’s New Infotainment Systems
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen is changing the script on infotainment control. For 2018, the automaker has brand-new nav/infotainment offerings, the Discover Navigation or Navigation Pro and an App that lets anyone control everything. It's a change from the old front-seat passenger -- "shotgun" -- control.
2018 Subaru Forester, 2019 Subaru Forester
Subaru’s Forester is Back on Top; Why Did it Pass #1 Outback
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru Forester is back on top of the brand's lineup. Why did it pass the #1 Outback?
Hyundai smartphone integration system
Hyundai Software Hacked, Prepare for More, But Don't Panic
By Tim Healey on
Add Hyundai to the list of automakers who’ve had a model hacked. Well, in a sense.
Hyundai Kona
Hyundai’s Kona Could Be the Shot in the Arm the Brand Needs
By Tim Healey on
Hyundai’s upcoming Kona SUV could be more than just another subcompact crossover. It could be what helps the brand break out of sales doldrums that are affecting both it and the entire industry.
Corvette Grand Sport 2017 Indy Pace Car
The 2017 Indy 500 Pace Car is the Corvette Grand Sport
By Patrick Rall on
The 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport will serve as the official pace car for the 2017 Indianapolis 500, marking the 14th time that a Corvette has led the Indy field with 2017 being the 101st running of the legendary race.
2017 Hyundai Veloster
The Next Veloster is Going to Stay Quirky, and That’s a Good Thing
By Tim Healey on
Spy shots of the next Hyundai Veloster have been published in the automotive press, and car magazines and blogs are reporting across that board that it will remain a quirky, three-door compact front-drive hatch. Thank goodness for that.
Camaro ZL1 in white
6th Gen Camaro Posts Best Sales Month in April, Beats Mustang and Challenger
By Patrick Rall on
The Chevrolet Camaro posted its best sales month since the 6th generation model hit the streets in late 2015, allowing it to outsell both the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger in April – marking the first monthly sales win for the Camaro since October 2016.
Zara Tindall at the Land Rover jump
Experiencing the Incredible Rolex Kentucky 3-Day Event presented by Land Rover
By Patrick Rall on
I was fortunate enough to attend the 2017 Rolex Kentucky 3-Day Event presented by Land Rover this past weekend, giving me a chance to see how the British automaker uses one of the most important events in the equestrian world to create an incredible piece of non-traditional advertising.
Toyota's tire pressure monitoring system button and how to use it.
Where Is the Toyota Tire Pressure Monitoring System Reset Button Hidden?
By John Goreham on
Many Toyotas on the road today use a reset button to reset the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). We show you where it is and how to use it.
2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 WRX
Subaru WRX STI Stays Hot Before Major Revamp; What’s Coming in Future Models?
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru’s WRX and WRX STI performance cars are still strong before the 2018 model arrives. What’s coming in future models?
Kentucky Derby Edition Ram 2500 - one of a kind
The Kentucky Derby Winning Trainer gets a Unique Ram 2500
By Patrick Rall on
The Ram Truck brand is the official automotive sponsor of the 143rd Kentucky Derby and in addition to the game and glory of being the trainer of the horse which wins the Run for the Roses, the winning trainer will drive home in a uniquely detailed 2017 Ram 2500 Limited.
Bowling Green Assembly GM image
GM Suspends Corvette Plant Tours - Possibly Retooling for Mid-Engine Production
By Patrick Rall on
The National Corvette Museum announced earlier this week that tours at the Bowling Green Corvette Assembly Plant would be suspended for 18 months beginning on June 16th and while we don’t know the reason, this break could be retooling for a new Corvette – maybe with an engine located behind the seats.
2017 Subaru WRX, 2017 Subaru WRX STI
Watch Blockhead Crash His New Pure Red Subaru WRX STI as the Camera Catches Everything
By Denis Flierl on
Watch a moron driver crash his new Pure Red Subaru WRX STI as the camera catches everything.
2017 Shelby GT350R Mustang in NYC
Industry Experts Believe Next Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang to Target ZL1, Not Hellcat
By Patrick Rall on
While we at TorqueNews still haven’t gotten any information from Ford Motor Company to prove that there is definitely a new Shelby GT500 Mustang coming in the near future, a handful of industry insiders believe that the new super-Stang will be an even more powerful road racer, designed to battle the Camaro ZL1 1LE – not the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat.
Mercedes-AMG E63 S Wagon
Mercedes-AMG E63 S 4Matic+ Estate Edition 1 Is the Most Expensive E-Class
By Will Maley on
Are you someone who has money burning a hole in their pocket? Then Mercedes-Benz may have a model for you.
Hyundai Veloster
4 Reasons Why 2017 Hyundai Veloster Sales Slip and What it Means
By Tim Healey on
The 2017 Hyundai Veloster isn’t selling as well as it did last year, at least not through April. Sales of the little three-door sports hatch are down almost 67% year over year. Why?
2017 Toyota Prius Prime Tops EV Sales Charts
EV Sales Shocker -2017 Toyota Prius Prime Passes Volt and Tesla To Be Top-Selling EV In April
By John Goreham on
The 2017 Prius Prime is the top-selling EV in America this month. Why you shouldn't be surprised.
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