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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.

2014 Mercedes-Benz E250 Bluetec
Lawsuit Against Mercedes' Diesel Vehicles Is Kicked to the Curb
By Will Maley on
It should come as no surprise that various investigations and lawsuits began on other automakers who sold diesel vehicles after Volkswagen was found cheating with theirs.
2017 raptor testing
Why Transmission Testing is Delaying the 2017 Ford F150 Raptor
By Patrick Rall on
A report by Reuters confirmed that 2017 Ford F150 pickups are piling up at storage facilities between production and dealerships as the automaker works to complete testing of the new 10-speed automatic transmission – and today we look at why this testing process is preventing the company from shipping these new trucks.
2017 camaro pro stock
Line, Enders, Coughlin to Campaign 6th Gen Camaro Pro Stock Cars in 2017
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors has announced that there will be a new Chevrolet Camaro Pro Stock car racing in the 2017 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series and among others, Jeg Coughlin Jr, Erica Enders and 2016 champion Jason Line will campaign these 6th generation-inspired Camaro race cars.
2017 Toyota Corolla safer than Honda Civic
2017 Toyota Corolla Now Rated Safer Than Honda Civic
By John Goreham on
2017 Toyota Corolla Gets Safety Monkey Off Its Back With Top Score
Toyota Tops In IIHS Safety Ratings
Toyota & Lexus Top the Industry In Safety Again With Most Top-rated Models
By John Goreham on
The RAV4, Prius, Prius V, Camry, Corolla, Join the Lexus RC, RX, NX, and ES at the top of the industry’s most important safety ranking.
2017 Nissan Rogue, Nissan Altima, Nissan Maxima, IIHS Top Safety Picks Plus
New Nissan Rouge, Altima and Maxima All Earn Highest IIHS Safety Ratings [Video]
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2017 Nissan Rogue, Altima and Maxima all earn top safety ratings from IIHS.
BMW M2, Porsche 911 Carrera 4S, Mercedes AMG C63 S Coupe
BMW M2 Beats Expensive Sports Cars to Take “Best New Premium Sports/Performance Car” Award
By Denis Flierl on
The new BMW M2 beats much more expensive sports cars to take home the “Best New Premium Sports / Performance Car” award. Which sports cars does it beat?
2017 Subaru Forester
2017 Subaru Forester Scores “Best Compact Utility Vehicle” Award; It Beats 3 Popular SUVs
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Forester scores as the “Best Compact Utility Vehicle”in the Canadian AJAC awards. What vehicles does it beat?
Mercedes-Benz G300 CDI Pickup
Mercedes-Benz G300 CDI Pickup Is An Australian Affair Only
By Will Maley on
Most markets will need to wait until next year to get their hands on the all-new Mercedes-Benz X-Class. But if you live in Australia, Mercedes has decided to gift you a new truck.
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What turbocharging does for 2017 Honda CR-V performance
By Parks McCants on
We’ve had more than one reader question the benefits of turbocharging Honda’s best selling compact crossover/SUV. How does turbocharging makes 2017 CR-V a superior drive experience.
Challenger GT throwing snow
The Dodge Challenger GT is Officially the 1st Ever All-Wheel Drive Muscle Car
By Patrick Rall on
It has been speculated for months, but this morning, FCA introduced the 2017 Dodge Challenger GT – the first ever factory-built American muscle car with all-wheel drive.
2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 Subaru WRX STI
A New Subaru WRX STI All-Electric is Coming; The Only Question is When
By Denis Flierl on
An all-new Subaru WRX STI All-Electric performance car is coming; The question is when.
VW To Compete With Uber; Plans Expanded Self-Drive, Electric Services
VW Challenges Uber In Ride-Hailing Marketplace
By Marc Stern on
As part of its effort recover from the devastating Dieselgate emissions scandal, Volkswagen has embarked on a new ride-sharing program and will compete with Uber.
BMW M2 Coupe, BMW M240i, Car and Driver 10Best
BMW M2/M240i Win Car and Driver’s 10Best Compact Sport Sedans
By Denis Flierl on
The BMW M2 and the BMW M240i make the annual Car and Driver’s 10Best list of the best automobiles for sale in the U.S. It’s nothing new for the M240i.
2017 Subaru BRZ
Newly-Remodeled Subaru BRZ Won’t Arrive in the UK Until Spring
By Denis Flierl on
The UK will have to wait until next year to get the updated 2017 Subaru BRZ. They also only get one trim.
2017_Honda_Ridgeline_McCants
C&D ranks Honda Ridgeline ‘2017 Best Midsize Pickup’
By Parks McCants on
Our friends at Car&Driver just announced it’s 2017 “10 Best Trucks and SUV” picks. American Honda Motors won two categories.
Honda_neuV_Concept
Honda’s ‘Cooperative Mobility Ecosystem’ a glimpse into the future
By Parks McCants on
It’s been said of late that the evolution of personal transportation is progressing at a faster rate than at any other time in automotive history. Exciting or scary?
2013 NASCAR Charger
Dodge Challenger, Charger Should Return to NASCAR Now
By Patrick Rall on
Sergio Marchionne recently commented that there is a chance that the Dodge brand will return to the world of NASCAR “stock car” racing and in looking at the current state of the FCA motorsports efforts – this seems like the perfect time for the Dodge Charger and the Dodge Challenger to head back into America’s most popular racing series.
How Toyota will meet 2021 EPA fuel efficiency mandates
How Will Toyota Meet 2025 Fuel Efficiency Mandates?
By John Goreham on
Toyota has a plan to meet the 2021 fuel efficiency mandates, and a key part is TNGA.
This week’s Tesla News hits a wide range of topics
Weekly Tesla News Covers CR’s Poor Review of X and More
By John Goreham on
This week’s Tesla News hits a wide range of topics from Consumer Reports’ Model X review, to a large Solar City project announcement.
2017 Subaru BRZ, 2017 BRZ Series.Yellow Special Edition, Inazuma Edition
Canada Announces a “New” Limited Edition Subaru BRZ Inazuma; Are they Getting U.S. Left-Overs?
By Denis Flierl on
Canada gets a “new” 2017 Limited Edition Subaru BRZ. Are they getting U.S. left-overs?
You Can Easily Check Your Tire's Air Pressure With A Simple Air Gauge
If You Pay Your Tires Respect, They Will Last Longer For You; Rotate Yearly
By Marc Stern on
All it takes is a little time and the proper steps and you can get ready for a tough winter's driving. You can even realize some big-time savings, as well.
A lesson Tesla and Faraday could learn from Mazda
The deeper reason why the 2017 Mazda Miata RF arriving early matters
By John Goreham on
Mazda has exceeded expectations again with the 2017 Miata RF.
Automoji Bowling Green Corvette emoji screen shot
Chevrolet Corvette Emojis Arrive for iPhone
By Patrick Rall on
If you love using emojis in your text messages, you have an iPhone and you are a diehard Chevrolet Corvette fan, the new Automoji: Bowling Green sticker pack allows you to substitute the front of 27 different Corvettes in place of a smiley face – all for just 99 cents.
Jay Gustafson hellcat record timeslip
Factory Stock Dodge Challenger Hellcat Runs a 10-Second 1/4-mile
By Patrick Rall on
The same Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat that ran an 11.08 last weekend was back at the track this past Saturday for the final day of the season, and Jay Gustafson made the most of the cool air – running a 10.99 with his 100% stock-to-the-tires Hellcat Challenger.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, plug-in hybrid, all-electric, EV
5 Improvements You Can Expect to See on the New 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru Crosstrek is the next vehicle in the lineup to get a complete makeover. What’s coming?
2017 Subaru BRZ, 2017 Toyota 86
Why New Subaru BRZ Gets Drastic Price Cut in Australia; What About the Toyota 86?
By Denis Flierl on
The 2017 Subaru BRZ gets huge price cuts in Australia. What about the Toyota 86?
Audi's Quattro Technology May Soon Be Reaching New Heights
Audi Eyes Moon For Its Next Great Adventure; Quattro Lunar Rovers
By Marc Stern on
Audi's Quattro system will be going to new heights as it scales the mountains of the moon in 2017 as part of an effort to win the LunarX prize.
2017 Subaru WRX STI
New Subaru WRX STI Gets a Shot at the Most Challenging Motorsports Event in America
By Denis Flierl on
After a three year hiatus, the new 2017 Subaru WRX STI rally car will get a shot at the most challenging motorsport event in America. What is it?
2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door
How New Impreza Helps Subaru Showcase Automaker’s Environmental Stewardship
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2017 Subaru Impreza is on display at Japan’s EcoPro 2016. How does it help promote environmental stewardship?
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