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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.

2017 Four Wide Nationals Final run
Capps' Dodge Charger Wins at Four-Wide Nationals - 5th Win in 6 for DSR
By Patrick Rall on
This past weekend, the NHRA headed to zMAX Dragway in North Carolina for the unique Four-Wide Nationals and when the final funny car race was run – Ron Capps’ Dodge Charger took the class win for the second week in a row, giving Don Schumacher Racing their fifth win in six events this season.
How to properly repair paint chips on your car.
How To Properly Repair Paint Chips On Your Car, Crossover, or Truck
By John Goreham on
Spring is the ideal time to fix small chips from winter road salt and sand. Here's how.
2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, 2017 Subaru Impreza
Subaru’s Revamped Impreza Compact is Sizzling Hot: Who’s Buying it?
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru Outback and Forester set new sales records. The revamped Impreza is sizzling hot. Who’s buying it?
Next Hyundai Genesis Coupe
The Pros and Cons of an Electrified Hyundai Genesis EV
By Tim Healey on
Hyundai has several reasons to go electric with its next Genesis Coupe. Let's look at the choices, types and the brand perspective vs sporting perspective of the next Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

Ken Block Raptor burnout
Ken Block Loves His New F150 Raptor, Celebrates Ownership with a Huge Burnout
By Patrick Rall on
Ken Block has long been a spokesman for Ford Motor Company so it should come as no surprise that his personal vehicle is a 2017 Ford F150 Raptor, and in the video below, Ken talks about how much he loves his new high performance half ton – celebrating his love of the truck with a gigantic family style burnout.
Sylvester and her new Land Rover
Erin Sylvester Wins a Land Rover at the Rolex 3-Day Event
By Patrick Rall on
American Erin Sylvester turned in a perfect run during the cross country portion of the 2017 Rolex Kentucky 3-Day Event, earning her a free 2-year lease of a 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Breaking Tesla news has Supercharger information, rockets, and gossip.
Breaking Tesla News Includes Superchargers, A Musk Firing, and Rockets
By John Goreham on
This week's Tesla Inc. news has information on Superchargers and spaceships. Plus more gossip.
Hennessey Exorcist Camaro on the Dyno
The Hennessey Exorcist Camaro makes Over 1000hp on the Dyno (Video)
By Patrick Rall on
A few weeks back TorqueNews brought you the news of the new Hennessey Exorcist package for the new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and while the original introduction claimed that this high performance drag racing package would offer 1,000bhp – real world dyno results prove that number to be a bit on the low side.
Toyota Prius Prime Outselling Chevy Bolt by 50%
2017 Chevy Bolt Cannot Match Sales Pace of Toyota Prius Plug-in
By John Goreham on
The long-awaited all-electric Chevy Bolt cannot maintain a sales level even close to the Toyota Prius Prime.
Glen Watson's Hellcat Charger
April Hellcat of the Month: Glen Watson’s Built Dodge Charger
By Patrick Rall on
The April Hellcat of the Month as picked by the members of the SRT Hellcat Facebook page has picked this beautiful B5 Blue Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat, owned by Glen Watson.
2018 Subaru Ascent, New Subaru 3-Row SUV, NYIAS
New Subaru Ascent 3-Row Crossover; 2 Ways it Benefits U.S. Families
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru’s new 3-Row Crossover will be a big hit when it arrives next year. How will it benefit U.S. consumers?
Dodge Challenger
Hellcat of the Month December 2016: Rhiannon Layendecker's Supercharged Challenger
By Patrick Rall on
The December Hellcat of the Month contest has been completed by the members of the Hellcat Group Facebook page and the black Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat owned by Rhiannon Layendecker was picked by the members as their favorite car in the running.
Tesla gets safety update to meet minimum requirements.
Tesla Adds Auto Braking, But Just To Meet Minimum Requirements
By John Goreham on
Tesla has added automatic emergency braking back to some of its models, but only enough to meet the minimum standards set by IIHS.
Toyota's Tacoma recalled over safety issue related to differential.
Toyota Recalling Virtually All 2016 and 2017 Tacomas - Rear Differential May Lock up
By John Goreham on
A possible differential leak has Toyota recalling all of its 2016 and 2017 Tacomas.
2017 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross, Chris Atkinson, Patrik Sandell, GRC Memphis
New Subaru WRX STI GRC Cars Have Rough Start; Can they Dig Out of a Hole?
By Denis Flierl on
The new Subaru WRX STI GRC cars got off to a rough start in the season opener. Can they dig themselves out of a hole?
Scott Speed holds onto the lead in Sunday's Memphis World Rallycross action.
Andretti-VW World Rallycross Team Starts Strong With 1-2 Finish in Memphis
By Marc Stern on
Scott Speed and Tanner Foust started off their World Rallycross season in style Sunday as Speed held off Foust to earn his 13th total first place finish while Foust took second and the points for that position. The Memphis competition was the first race of the season.
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Honda earns Kelley Blue Book “Best Value Brand” 3 years running
By Parks McCants on
With some very good competition in every segment that Honda sells cars, crossovers, and SUVs, the brand that has effectively reinvented its entire lineup in the past 24 months, nails KBB’s “Best Value Brand” (non-luxury) for the 3rd year running.
So, you think only humans can be movie heroes? Audi Lunar Rovers can and do, as well
Audi’s Moon Rover Not Only Has Lunar Mission But It’s Also A Movie Star
By Marc Stern on
Wait a minute! When did an Audi Lunar Rover become the hero of a movie? Oh, it never has, has it? Well, think again, because "Alien: Covenant" uses one quite successfully -- honestly.
The aggressive Takata airbag recall and replacement program may be creating its own problems.Could The Takata Airbag Recall Be Creating Its Own Worst Problems?
Could The Takata Airbag Recall Be Creating Its Own Worst Problems?
By Marc Stern on
A recent automotive trade paper story suggested that the massive Takata airbag safety recall program could be the cause of some very disturbing problems.
2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2017 Subaru WRX
Subaru Announces New Australian-Spec WRX S-Edition; Why Will Fans Choose it Over the Faster STI?
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Australia announces a new 2017 WRX S-Edition. Why will fans choose it over the faster STI?
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Extreme GRC Honda Civic Racing Trio Debuts in Memphis April 28
By Parks McCants on
Today marks the official start of the 2017 Red Bull Global Rallycross series, and season two for Sweden's Olsbergs MSE, Honda Red Bull OMSE Civic Coupes. For 2017, Olsbergs MSE takes on a third car and a new look.
Tesla Model X Fire Falcon Doors Not Opening
Can a Fire Stop The Falcon Wing Doors on a Tesla Model X?
By Douglas Stansfield on
A video has surfaced on Youtube that contains pictures of a head-on collision of a Tesla Model X. The pictures show both cars on fire so the source of the fire’s origin is in question. The crash happened in February in a city in China and Tesla is reviewing the circumstances around it. But the question remains as to can a fire stop the Falcon Wing Doors from opening on a Tesla?
2018 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Outback
How Does the Family-Oriented Outback Wagon Keep Scoring Best "All-Terrain” Vehicle?
By Denis Flierl on
How does the family-oriented Subaru Outback wagon keep scoring Best "All-Terrain” vehicle? It's more than a family hauler.
Nissan Leaf Battery Burned
Warning Not To Try To Tamper With The Leaf Battery Pack at Home
By Douglas Stansfield on
As a former Nissan Leaf driver of a 2013 Nissan Leaf and as a former owner of an EV Conversion company, I was always tempted to try and extend the range of my Nissan Leaf. I never did it because of lack of time and do to the fact that I leased it so I didn’t want to end up tampering with the car at all. I drove it until it was due back and miss it to this day.
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Kia's upstart premium sedan earns IIHS Top Safety Pick + rating
By Parks McCants on
Kia’s second generation 2017 Cadenza has captured the interest of value conscious 4-door premium midsize sedan buyers. Cadenza is soon to become the most awarded offering in the segment. This week, Kia’s segment topping, upstart premium sedan earns a Top Safety Pick + rating from the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety.
Tire shine spray
Best Tire Shine Products Car Enthusiasts Like With a Warning
By Armen Hareyan on
When you buy a car you quickly realize that shining tires are one of the most visible parts of your car. This is why I asked number of car enthusiasts about the longer lasting tire shine products and sprays they like and consider the best. But there is a warning about safety too.
Mercedes-AMG SLC63
Rumored: Mercedes-Benz SLC Could Be Shown the Door
By Will Maley on
Last month, Mercedes-Benz boss Dieter Zetsche said the brand would be doing some pruning to their lineup, with a primary focus on niche models such as coupes and convertibles.
How deal with a Mazda Miata or Fiat Spider flat tire.
How To Plan For A Flat Tire In a Mazda Miata or Fiat 124 Spider
By John Goreham on
The Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider are unusual in that they have no spare tire and also do not have run flat tires. So what’s the plan if one gets a flat?
2018 Subaru WRX STI, Lamborghini, Ferrari
How Does Tiny Subaru Top Lamborghini and Ferrari? It’s Not About Performance
By Denis Flierl on
How does tiny Subaru top sports car brands Lamborghini and Ferrari? It’s not about performance.
The next stop in the Pirelli/Audi Sports racing series will be the Virginia International Speedway.
Audi Customer Racing Program Stops At Virginia International
By Marc Stern on
Audi's customer racing program lands at the Virginia International Speedway this weekend as four owner/racers pit themselves and their vehicles against the pros on the Pirelli circuit.
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