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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.

Hyundai Logo
Hyundai Urges Consumers To Be Wary Of Phony Parts
By Marc Stern on
Hyundai has begun a new campaign aimed at getting consumers to use original equipment parts for all major mechanical and body repairs.
2017 Audi A4
Audi Adds A Manual Transmission For 2017 A4
By Will Maley on
Manual transmissions seem to be going the way of the dodo bird. So whenever an automaker announces one of their vehicles is getting the option of a manual, it's time for a celebration.
2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door, New Subaru Impreza
Subaru Wants Conquest Sales from Mazda3 and VW Golf, Here’s How New Impreza Will Challenge them
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru completely redesigned the 2017 Subaru Impreza. How will the new compact take away sales from Mazda3 and the VW Golf?
2017 Subaru Outback, Tom Doll, Subaru Love
Here's How Tom Doll Transformed Tiny Subaru into a Powerhouse by Being a Delivery Boy
By Denis Flierl on
How did Tom Doll transform tiny Subaru into an industry giant by being a delivery boy? It's all about the Love.
VW Golf Among Dieselgate Class-Action Buybacks
Dieselgate Class-Action Buy Backs May Begin After Oct. 18
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen, the Justice Department and Federal Trade Commission Friday asked federal court to approve the final settlement of the Dieselgate scandal. Approval is the next step needed so owners can receive their buyback payments.
Volkswagen I.D. -- Next Gen Electric
How Dieselgate Set VW On A New, Winning Path
By Marc Stern on
Sometimes things happen that accidentally change the course of institutions. For example, Dieselgate seems to have moved Volkswagen from a path that emphasized hydrocarbons to one that pushes electrics which will help our future.
What are the best, more affordable winter tires for Chevrolet Camaros?
By Mary Conway on
As the weather is starting to turn, many Chevrolet Camaro drivers are looking to winterize their cars, and the biggest question is do I need winter tires? As my dear old dad used to say, at the gas station he owned, “Good tires are the cheapest insurance that money can buy.” OEM recommended tires can be expensive, so what are the best, more affordable winter tires For Chevrolet Camaros?
Jaguar XF Sportbrake In Camo
Jaguar XF Sportbrake Lives!
By Will Maley on
Earlier this year, reports came out that Jaguar wasn't planning to do a second-generation of the XF Sportbrake (another way of saying wagon). But this was disputed by Jaguar's design chief, saying he was misquoted. So was there going to be another XF Sportbrake?
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Honda’s exceptional V6 Accord may be history in 2018
By Parks McCants on
There’s more than a bit of speculation online these days as to the future of V6 engines in a day of fuel efficient, high torque, low displacement turbocharged 4 cylinder engines.
Tesla Model S Disappoints On Racetrack Video
VIDEO: Watch Tesla Model S Disappoint On Racetrack
By John Goreham on
The Model S just isn’t a track-day car.
Ram Rebel TRX Concept side
Why the Hellcat Powered Ram Rebel TRX Concept Could Reach Production
By Patrick Rall on
The American performance world was rocked yesterday when FCA introduced their new Hellcat Hemi-powered Ram Rebel TRX Concept, but in looking at the features which make this truck so special – I believe that this incredible performance truck could reach production in pretty much the same form as the image shown above.
2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2017 Subaru Impreza, Bell Helicoptor
Subaru Now Produces a Remarkable New WRX STI Rally Blue Chopper, How Will it Benefit You?
By Denis Flierl on
Why is Subaru producing helicopters? They now have two. What difference does it make for you a car buyer?
2017 silverado HD
2017 Chevrolet Silverado HD Diesel Gets a Massive Increase in HP, TQ
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors has announced the official power numbers for the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado HD with the 6.6L Duramax diesel and after lingering far below the competition over the past few years, the GM diesel finally has the power to properly compete with the Ford PowerStroke and the Ram Cummins – although we still don’t have towing or hauling numbers for the new Chevy.
2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door, 5-speed manual, Subaru Canada
Canada Exclusively Gets Fun Manual Gearbox on New Subaru Impreza, US and Australia Only the Unique CVT
By Denis Flierl on
You can still get a manual gearbox in the 2017 Subaru Impreza in Canada only. Why do the US and Australia get left out?
2014-2014 Subaru Outback, 2014-2014 Subaru Legacy, Subaru windshield wiper recall
Subaru Wiper Recall Update: 2010-2014 Outback and Legacy Models Affected, A Crash or Fire Could Result
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru is recalling 2010-2014 MY Outback and Legacy models for a windshield wiper issue. How dangerous is it?
Buick Envision
Buick Envision Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+, How It Did It
By Zachary Benedict on
Another "American" car has clenched the highest safety award by the IIHS.
Audi TT Coupe
Dieselgate Claims A Powerful Victim: 420-HP EA888 Engine In Audi TT RS
By Marc Stern on
Dieselgate has claimed many victims but none is closer to the heart of the performance enthusiast than the EA888, high-performance four. The four that powered a Beetle to a land speed record.
2017 Raptor sliding in white
Official: The 2017 Ford Raptor F150 Packs 450hp, 510lb-ft of Torque
By Patrick Rall on
While leaked dealership information suggested that the 2017 Ford Raptor F150 would have 450 horsepower and 510lb-ft of torque, the Motor Company announced the official specs this morning and as expected, those figures of 450 and 510 are accurate – making the new Raptor the most powerful F150 ever.
Hellcat Hemi in the Ram TRX Concept
A Closer Look at the Hellcat Hemi in the Ram Rebel TRX Concept
By Patrick Rall on
This morning we brought you the news of the incredible new Ram Rebel TRX Concept, featuring the supercharged 6.2L Hellcat Hemi and while the collection of high resolution images didn’t include engine bay pictures – we have acquired a set of shots showing the Hellcat Hemi nestled into the engine bay of the gorgeous Ram 1500 concept.
2017 Audi RS3 Sedan
Audi Spills the Beans on the RS3 Sedan
By Will Maley on
Audi would have liked to make the RS3 Sedan a surprise at this week's Paris Motor Show. But thanks to a leaked video and roadmap, we knew a fair amount about. At least Audi has gone forward tell us the various details of their newest RS model.
2017 Nissan Titan XD, 2017 Titan V8, Single Cab, Texas Titan, State Fair of Texas
How New Nissan Titan Pickup Steals a Page From Ford’s F-150 Playbook
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2017 Nissan Titan steals a page from Ford’s F-150. They get a new special-equipment package that goes after the huge Texas pickup market.
Camaro 50th
Happy 50th to the Chevrolet Camaro - GM Celebrates with Interactive Artwork
By Patrick Rall on
On September 29th, 1966, General Motors took the first orders for the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro so today is effectively the 50th birthday of the storied American performance car and GM has rolled out a revamped version of their celebration website to offer even more Camaro information to fans - including a chance to share your own Camaro pictures!
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Honda drops the sheet off a stunning Civic Type-R in Paris [Video]
By Parks McCants on
While we've written much as to the arrival of Honda Civic Type-R to North America, today, that speculation was ended in Paris with the reveal of a Honda that will change the compact performance game in the U.S. and Canada.
Hellcat Ram Rebel Concept
A Ram Rebel Hellcat Concept is Finally Here
By Patrick Rall on
FCA announced this morning that the incredible Ram Rebel TRX Concept will debut at the 2016 Texas State Fair with Hellcat Hemi power – although this monster performance truck doesn’t pack the same big power as the Hellcat-powered Dodge Challenger and Charger.
2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door, Toyota Camry
How Subaru Quickly Axes Toyota Camry to Make Room for the Revolutionary New Impreza
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru’s production problem has been solved. They axed the Toyota Camry. What does it mean for 2017 Impreza buyers?
Negotiators Work Quickly For Dieselgate Criminal Settlement
Dieselgate Criminal Settlement Is A Fine Balancing Act
By Marc Stern on
Negotiators are working diligently to reach an agreement on the criminal settlement of the Dieselgate case. They are trying to find closure before January when the administrations change and the faces at the negotiation table change.
Ram Truck
Why Ram Truck owners insist on undercoating and rustproofing their trucks
By Mary Conway on
As the winter weather approaches, Ram truck owners are comparing notes on why they get rustproofing reapplied every year and what type works the best.
Tesla Model S Glitch Shuts Off And Re-boots COntrols
Exclusive: Tesla Model S Owners Report Widespread Software Glitch
By John Goreham on
Tesla’s most recent over-the-air software update seems to have caused a problem. The EV-fan media responds with radio silence.
2018 Land Rover Discovery
Good-Bye LR4, Hello 2017 Land Rover Discovery
By Will Maley on
The LR4 is no more! Land Rover has unveiled its replacement, the Discovery tonight in Paris.
C4 Corvette ZR1 engine
GM Trademarks LT5 Again, Presumably for the Next Chevrolet Corvette
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors has refiled the trademark application for the LT5 engine nomenclature, presumably for the upcoming Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 or perhaps the long-rumors mid-engine C8 Corvette – both of which would likely pack more power than the 650 horsepower LT4 in the Corvette Z06 and the Camaro ZL1.
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