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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.

Porsche Says Goodbye to Audi
If All Commercials Were Like This One By Porsche, I Wouldn't Mind It
By Will Maley on
Three years ago, Audi welcomed back Porsche to the top tier LMP1 class of the World Endurance Championship by laying down some rubber. Now with Audi stepping away from the WEC, Porsche decided to return the favor.
quickest s550 manual mustang
Watch the Worlds Quick Manual Transmission S550 Ford Mustang Set the Record
By Patrick Rall on
A video has turned up online showing a late model Ford Mustang GT with the standard 6-speed manual transmission laying down a 9.47 quarter mile run – which the video claims is a world record for the quickest quarter mile time by a manual transmission S550 Mustang.
European Union Regulators Have Raised Questions About the NOx Emissions Of Its Best-selling A3 Sportback
Dieselgate Scandal May Be About To Swallow Audi’s Top Selling A3 Sportback
By Marc Stern on
Dieselgate keeps on whacking Volkswagen. The automaker is facing questions that there may be irregularities with the NOx emissions its A3 Sportback, its number one seller in Europe.
2017 Highlander Gets MPG Boost
2017 Toyota Highlander AWD Quietly Gets 10% Better Fuel Economy
By John Goreham on
Toyota has made significant changes to the 2017 Highlander that might not be obvious at a quick glance. Most notably 2 MPG better than 2015 and 2016 models.
ZL1 TOmmy's mom in the Camaro
75yo Mom Rides in Son's 770rwhp 2017 Camaro ZL1
By Patrick Rall on
The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 that we have featured in a few dyno videos here on TorqueNews.com is back in action, but this time, ZL1 Tommy is taking his 75 year old mother for a high speed ride in his 770 rear wheel horsepower Chevy muscle car.
2017 Mercedes-Benz SL550
Rumored: Next Mercedes-Benz SL Could Use the Platform From the AMG GT
By Will Maley on
Mercedes-Benz is looking to give the next-generation SL a bit more spice to help boost sales. To achive this, the next SL will be borrowing some items from the AMG GT.
Yorange Viper at Connor Ave
Last Chance to Order a Dodge Viper is Like a Christmas Gift from FCA
By Patrick Rall on
Since reporting that production of the Dodge Viper ended back in October, I have received a tremendous number of messages from readers who are disappointed about their inability to custom order a Mopar supercar, but it looks like FCA will reopen the Viper order banks by the end of the year – almost serving as a Christmas present for financial comfortable gearheads.
2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door, ANCAP safety
New Subaru Impreza Already Getting Highest Safety Scores [Video]
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2017 Subaru Impreza compact is already getting top safety awards in Australia. How many stars?
2017 Subaru WRX STI, Big White Rally
Subaru WRX STI Shows up Big at Big White Rally
By Denis Flierl on
L'Estage powers the Subaru WRX STI through the deep snow to win big at Big White Rally. How many Subarus finished in the top then?
Lucid Air
A New Challenger To Tesla's Electric Crown: Lucid Motors Reveal New 400 Mile Range Car
By Dave Ashton on
Lucid Motors unveil their competitor to the Tesla this week with performance, comfort and a passing similarity to their rivals. But will this new competitor be able to take on Tesla's crown?
Audi and Las Vegas Are Working on a Private V2I plan similar to that advocated by the Federal Highway Administration and Department of Transportation.
DOT Safety Plan Hinges On New Automotive Digital Network
By Marc Stern on
The Department of Transportation and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are rolling out a new dedicated short-range communications systems for vehicles and infrastructure that would help improve driving safety.
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Why your short-term compact car is ‘upside down’ at time of trade in
By Parks McCants on
No one wishes to be the bearer of bad news. However, in the new car world there is no free lunch or Santa Claus, as consumers lineup to take advantage of those “End of the Year” inventory reduction sales.
2014 GT500
If a 2017 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 is Real, a Detroit Debut is Likely
By Patrick Rall on
After a listing on Ford.com for a 2017 Mustang Shelby GT500 came and went, many people are expecting to see a new, high powered pony car from the Motor Company in the very near future – and if there really is a new GT500 coming for 2017, it will almost certainly be unveiling at the upcoming 2017 Detroit Auto Show.
Camaro is Art
2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS Becomes Art in Korea
By Patrick Rall on
The new Chevrolet Camaro SS is proving to be a popular high performance option in the South Korean market and to celebrate the launch of the new GM muscle car, the 2016 Camaro SS was featured in a unique art exhibit at the recent 2016 Seoul Design Festival – giving attendees a rare chance to see the car from a variety of unusual angles.
Challenger Russia ad screen shot
All-Wheel Drive Dodge Challenger Plays in the Snow in New Commercial
By Patrick Rall on
FCA recently announced that 2017 would bring about the new Dodge Challenger GT with standard all-wheel drive – marking the first time that an American “muscle coupe” has been offered with something other than rear wheel drive – and this new Challenger trimline is featured in the new Dodge commercial while frolicking in the Alaskan snow.
2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe
The Curtain Is Raised On the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe
By Will Maley on
Mercedes-Benz would have liked to have a big surprise when it revealed the E-Class Coupe last night. But someone leaked out the brochure which we brought to you earlier this week. There are still some surprises we can share with you about the new E-Class coupe.
Has Toyota Changed Its Mind on Diesel a Tacoma Truck?
Is Toyota Rethinking a Diesel Tacoma Pickup for U.S. Market?
By John Goreham on
Two years ago, Tacoma’s chief engineer was against a diesel truck. Here’s what he says now after Colorado and Canyon’s success.
2017 Nissan Rogue, "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”, New Star Wars film
How Nissan Brilliantly Markets the Rogue Crossover to Star Wars Fans
By Denis Flierl on
The 2017 Nissan Rogue is the brand’s top-seller in the U.S. and the Japanese automaker is capitalizing on the new Star Wars film.
2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek
Global Sales of EyeSight-Equipped Subaru Vehicles Surpass a Huge Milestone; How Does it Benefit Consumers?
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru announced they surpassed a huge milestone in global sales of their safety system EyeSight.
Hyundai Elantra
The Hyundai Elantra Value Edition Has More Than You Would Expect
By Dave Ashton on
The Value Edition from Hyundai is about offering more value and comfort for your money, which has now been extended to the new Elantra.
VW's Moia Will Use Atlas As Part Of Its Mobility Strategy
VW Has Huge Mobility Plans For Its Moia Unit
By Marc Stern on
VW will reach the top of the mobility market through its brand-new Moia subsidiary. The automaker has already established a partnership with Gett, however, Moia will also help to close the loop on mobility.
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Honda CB 1100 Motorcycle returns to U.S. in 2017
By Parks McCants on
A blast from the past, ‘Disco Bike?’ well yes and no. Honda’s venerable take on the CB 4 cylinder air cooled superbike of yesteryear comes to the the U.S. in 2017 a changed contender.


McLaren Lineup
Ferrari and McLaren Add More Models To the Takata Airbag Recall
By Will Maley on
The Takata airbag recall has ballooned into the largest automotive recall and the numbers are staggering. As of today, NHTSA reports that 29 million vehicles have 46 million inflators that can shoot out shrapnel, either injuring or killing someone. That's the U.S. alone. The number climbs even higher around the world.
Tesla News -Elon Musk to meet President-elect Trump
Tesla News Includes Meeting Between Trump and Musk
By John Goreham on
This week's Tesla news has quite a bit of infor for fans of the brand.
BMW i8, BMW Mi8
If You Think the BMW i8 is for the Rich and Famous, a Pricier M i8 Has Been Confirmed
By Denis Flierl on
Get ready for a new BMW M i8 sports car. It’s been confirmed by BMW M
2017 Subaru Forester, Forester 2.0XT, Wards 10 Best Engine awards
Subaru Forester 2.0XT Gets Wards 10 Best Engine Kudos; What Makes this Engine Superior?
By Denis Flierl on
The 2017 Subaru Forester gets major Kudos from Wards 10 Best Engines awards. Why makes this engine superior?
Tesla model S
How Tesla Reached Model S P85D 'Insane" Performance Lawsuit Settlement in Norway
By Dave Ashton on
Tesla has reached an out-of-court settlement with 126 Norwegian customers who claimed the car's performance did not match the companies claims to power output.
Though the body may look the same, the 2018 Audi Q5 will be different underneath the body panels.
2018 Audi Q5 May Look The Same, But It Is A New, Refined Crossover
By Marc Stern on
Though the 2018 Audi Q5 may look like its predecessor, it is wholly different. It's true Audi kept the body panels much the same, however, like VW's motto many years ago, "the change is underneath the skin."
Why owners will love the 2016 Mazda CX-9
Three Reasons Owners Will Love the 2016 Mazda CX-9 AWD
By John Goreham on
The all-new CX-9 has a lot going for it. Here are our three favorite parts of this vehicle.
Tommy's 770rwhp Camaro ZL1
2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 with a Short Mod List Makes 770rwhp
By Patrick Rall on
A few weeks back, we brought you a short video showing a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 on the dyno in stock form and today, we bring you a look at that same supercharged GM muscle car, which has received a few new components and a few hundred extra wheel horsepower.
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