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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 Mercedes-Maybach S650 Cabriolet
Mercedes-Maybach S650 Cabriolet Is A Limited Affair
By Will Maley on
For those who are lucky to have mounds of money to throw around and want a vehicle that will not be seen on every street corner, Mercedes-Maybach has the model for you.
Simon Haddad's Hellcat Challenger
New Hellcat Dodge Stock Power 1/4-mile Record Set in Michigan
By Patrick Rall on
This past weekend, a 2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat with absolutely no power modifications ran a 10.56 quarter mile – setting the record for the quickest Dodge Hellcat car running on 100% stock power.
2017 Colorado ZR2
New Chevy Colorado ZR2 Packs Supercar Suspension, Diesel Power
By Patrick Rall on
The big news from Chevrolet at the ongoing LA Auto Show is the debut of the new Colorado ZR2 – a midsized pickup designed to conquer the nastiest off-road situations featuring the first application of a high performance suspension setup previously reserved for supercars and race cars.
2018 Genesis G80 Sport
Genesis Sharpens the G80 for Los Angeles
By Will Maley on
We thought that the Genesis G80 for the U.S. was going to miss out on a new Sport model with a new 3.3L Biturbo V6. How wrong we were.
2017_Volvo_S90_T6_Inscription
2017 Volvo S90 T6 Inscription performance a bit of a mind blower
By Parks McCants on
Looking to the rather conservative bodyline of Volvo’s latest premium sedan offering, one isn’t necessarily inclined to think “high performance sedan,” in the drive performance sense anyway, Think again.
2017 Nissan Sentra NISMO
New Nissan Sentra NISMO Breaks Cover in LA; It Will Leave You Disappointed
By Denis Flierl on
The 2017 Nisan Sentra NISMO breaks cover in LA, but it’s going to leave you disappointed.
2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, ALG residual value
Subaru is #1 Mainstream Brand in America for Residual Value; They Stack 6 Cars on Top
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru is the #1 brand in America in ALG’s Residual Value Award. How do they keep doing it?
Toyota Texas line end
How Toyota Builds Almost Every New Truck in Texas
By Patrick Rall on
When Toyota broke ground on their truck plant outside of San Antonio Texas, critics insisted that it would be impossible for the company to make this location work – but Toyota has proven those folks wrong in a big way, building almost every truck sold in America in the Texas plant.
Cayenne Owners Impacted by Dieselgate May Soon Get Payment or FixAt last, after months of back and forth, it looks as if Volkswagen and regulators – Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) -- have agreed on plans to either fix or buy back about 80,000 Audi, Porsche and Volkswagen 3.0-liter V-6 turbodiesels. They have been at the center of an ongoing battle between the automaker and regulators to find an acceptable fix for Volkswagen's diesel cheating. Refer here Ac
Settlement May Mean Payments Soon In 3.0-Liter Dieselgate Scandal
By Marc Stern on
After months of back-and-forth, VW and regulators seem to have settled on a plan that may mean owners of 3.0-liter VW diesels may receive compensation or fix.
Faraday Future EV Questionable
Faraday Future's EV the Latest To Suffer Delays & Questionable Biz Plan
By John Goreham on
Another EV startup promising so much has trouble just finishing its factory.
2017 Ford Super Duty
North American "Of The Year" Finalists Include Ford Super Duty, Chevy Bolt, Chrysler Pacifica
By Patrick Rall on
The finalists for the North American Car, Truck and Utility of the Year award have been announced and headlining this year’s awards are the Ford F-Series Super Duty and the Chevrolet Bolt – both of which have been named Motor Trend’s best of the new year – along with the hot-selling Chrysler Pacifica.
Volkswagen affirmed its commitment to allowing VW of America a unique identity
Looking For A Special Passat? Volkswagen Shows GT Concept That May Be Real
By Marc Stern on
Further affirming its commitment to a separate North American market identity, Volkswagen announced that it will display a Passat GT, based on the restyled Passat that was introduced this year.
2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon
2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon Pricing Starts Just Over $53k
By Patrick Rall on
FCA has announced the pricing for the new 2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon and with a price starting just over $53,000 and climbing up around $57,500, the heavy duty, Hemi-powered Ram truck is priced very comparably to the 2017 Ford F150 Raptor.
Jaguar I-Pace Concept
Jaguar I-Pace Concept Shows An Electrifying Future
By Will Maley on
A number of luxury manufacturers are busy working on developing electric vehicles, partly due to the success Tesla is expercing. Last night in Los Angeles, Jaguar introduced their vision for an electric vehicle.
2017 Ford Super Duty
Ford F150 and Super Duty Take a Trio of Honors in LA
By Patrick Rall on
The aluminum bodied Ford F150 and Super Duty pickups have been awarded with several titles on the first day of the 2016 LA Auto Show, including the 2017 Motor Trend Truck of the Year – setting up Ford as the favorite for the 2017 North American Truck of the Year.
Tesla has three big updates.
Tesla News Update With Alex - Three Big Announcements
By John Goreham on
This week's Tesla News by Alex Guberman incldes three updates owners and fans will want to know about.
Nissan 350Z, Nissan 370Z, Lexus ES 300
Nissan 350Z is #2 Most-Ticketed Vehicle in America; #1 Will Shock You
By Denis Flierl on
The Nissan 350Z is the #2 most-ticked vehicle in America. #1 will shock you.
2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door
New Subaru Impreza Orders Blow Up First Month Target; The 5-Door is by Far the Most Popular
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru has been blown away by new 2017 Impreza orders in the first month. The hatchback is by far the most popular.
Ford is roaring into the small SUV market in a big way with 2018 EcoSport SUV
By Mary Conway on
Ford unveiled the 2018 EcoSport on Snapchat, a strong indication of their target audience. The small SUV is loaded with premium audio and other amenities, is perfect for the young buyer who demands the latest in technology delivered in a small package.
Controversy Continues To Swirl Around Volkswagen, Audi and Emissions
Controversy Continues To Stir Audi As Details Of 2nd Cheat Device Shown
By Marc Stern on
Although the week is young, controversy is already swirling around Volkswagen and Audi. This time it is about the second cheating device reportedly found on gasoline vehicles.
Chevrolet tries to shake up the mini-car market with sportier 2017 Spark ACTIV being unveiled in Los Angeles
By Mary Conway on
The Los Angeles auto show is all about green cars. It highlights the latest in electric, hybrid and small vehicles. The 2017 Chevrolet Spark is going sportier, trying to spark sales in the tiny car market.
Tesla Service A Major Headache For Owners
Tesla's Vehicle Service Not Living Up To Promises
By John Goreham on
Tesla Motors is struggling, and failing, to keep its promises to owners.
Ron Capps celebrates his 2016 NHRA championship
Ron Capps Drives His Dodge Charger to the 2016 NHRA Funny Car Championship
By Patrick Rall on
This past weekend in Pomona, California, Ron Capps and his Don Schumacher Racing Dodge Charger R/T claimed the 2016 NHRA funny car championship for the first time in the driver’s storied career – and his 3 DSR teammates all joined him in the top 5 of the final season standings.
Tesla's service troubles may doom Model 3
Tesla’s Disappointing Service For Its Current Customers Means Trouble For Model 3
By John Goreham on
Tesla Owners Report Three-Week Waits For Service.
Toyota Agrees to $3 Billion Tacoma Settlement
Toyota Agrees to $3 Billion Tacoma Frame Rot Settlement
By John Goreham on
Toyota has agreed to settle with owners of the Tacoma, Tundra, and Sequoia. Guess what owners will get?
2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek
Trump Presidency Could Bring a Hurt to Subaru and Other Japanese Automakers; Consumers Will be the Winners
By Denis Flierl on
What impact will a Trump Presidency have on Subaru and other Japanese automakers? It could hurt Subaru and help consumers.
2017_Honda_Civic_Touring_Hatchback
2017 Civic Hatchback Brings Welcomed Utility and Style to Honda Lineup
By Parks McCants on
OK, I’ll admit it! At first I wasn’t captured by this Civic’s uniquely segment defiant lines. In person, well...
2017_Honda_CR-V_Touring
American Honda Positions 2017 CR-V to Dominate U.S. SUV Market
By Parks McCants on
While siting at a roll-out presentation in Monterey, California, I learned that Honda CR-V is not only an exceptional value when measured against some pretty heady competition, but remains the best selling SUV in the U.S. of all times. There's a good reason for that.
The revised The FTC has rewritten the "Buyer's Guide" that is requried on all used and
Four Years In The Making, Revised FTC “Buyer’s Guide” Is An Important Update
By Marc Stern on
Four years in the making, the new FTC "Buying Guide" makes car-buying and shopping much easier. Shortened, the new document is easier-to-understand.
Porsche Named Top In J.D. Power Satisfaction Survey Index
For 2nd Year Porsche Provides Top Consumer Shopping, Buying Experience
By Marc Stern on
The the second year Porsche was named number on in the J.D. Power Sales Satisfaction Index. Indeed, its score grew by 72 points this year.
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