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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-AMG SL65
AMG Is Helping Out With Next-Generation Mercedes-Benz SL
By Will Maley on
The current Mercedes-Benz SL has just gone through a refresh, but that doesn't mean Mercedes isn't hard at work on the next-generation. In fact, it has called in its performance arm to help out.
2017 Subaru WRX, 2017 Subaru WRX STI, Rocky Mountain Subaru Festival 2016
Subaru Shines at Rocky Mountain Subaru Festival 2016 [Full Gallery]
By Denis Flierl on
Both the sun and Subaru were shining bright at the Rocky Mountain Subaru Festival 2016.
Ram Truck brand is reaching out to Spanish speaking buyers
By Mary Conway on
Ram Truck is rolling out new ads this week to target Spanish speaking buyers. The ads focus on hardworking people who are their own bosses. The ads will run on Telemundo and UniMas, in both the U.S. and Mexico.
Ford makes big investments in autonomous vehicles and mobility
By Mary Conway on
Ford announced several investments this week in technology for self-driving cars. It also is going to provide shuttles and bikes for several major metropolitan areas. The shuttle service will start in San Francisco.
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2017 Acura NSX GT3: Why is RealTime Racing’s Peter Cunningham Smiling?
By Parks McCants on
Granted, Peter Cunningham may be the most amiable team owner and driver engaged in Pirelli World Challenge Series racing. He has a lot to smile about these days.
2017 Nissan Sentra SR Turbo, 2017 Nissan Sentra, 2017 Nissan Rogue
Hot 2017 Nissan Sentra SR Turbo is Unveiled in Miami
By Denis Flierl on
Nissan is rolling out new models in Miami. What’s next? A hot new 2017 Nissan Sentra SR Turbo variant.
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Acura injects a bit of ‘Wow’ factor into every 2017 MDX SUV [Video]
By Parks McCants on
Well actually, I’m not quite sure what Acura’s going for in its latest MDX commercial
2017 Subaru WRX S4, 2017 Subaru Legacy, SporVita Leather interior, Mario Levi
After WRX S4, Subaru Unveils 2nd SporVita Luxury Model
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru WRX S4 was the first. A 2017 Subaru Legacy is the latest Japan-only model to get the upgraded SporVita leather interior. Will we see it in other global markets?
2017 Nissan Rogue, 2017 Nissan Rogue Hybrid, Rogue Hybrid
2017 Nissan Rogue World Debut Reveals New Hybrid Drivetrain [Video]
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2017 Nissan Rogue gets a refreshed exterior, enhanced safety technology, and a new hybrid powertrain.
Hyundai, Nissan Charged In China Cheating Scandal
Hyundai, Nissan Among 5 That May Have Cheated In China
By Marc Stern on
Hyundi and Nissan are among five firms facing cheating charges in China. Chinese authorities have said the five cheated on an electric vehicle subsidy program. The total was $150 million.
GM Recall 2016
GM recalling more than 4 million vehicles worldwide: every current pickup and SUV
By Mary Conway on
General Motors is recalling every current pickup and SUV worldwide, because of a software problem that can cause airbags to not inflate. The recall affects 3.6 million vehicles in the U.S. and more than 4 million globally.
SolidEnergy super battery for electric cars
Story of a Tesla Fanboy's Fascination With The SolidEnergy Battery
By Allan Honeyman on
Super batteries for electric cars are announced and crash and burn within weeks of the announcement. Many of them are "laboratory batteries' with short lives, high costs, and impossible to scale up for commercial manufacture. But consider this announcement. In spite of myself, I’m a little excited about it.
Fiat 124 Spider and Mazda MX-5 Miata Sales Point To Smart Planning
Fiat 124 Spider and Mazda MX-5 Miata Sales Confirm Collaboration's Success
By John Goreham on
In Fiat’s second full month of sales, some things are coming into focus.
Hyundai Tucson
CVT, DSG and DCT: How Many Ways Can You Say Transmission?
By Allan Honeyman on
Just so we can all understand each other, let’s run through what the alphabet salad above stands for acronyms related to car transmission and gearbox.
Mazda recalls 600K lift-back models.
Huge Mazda Recall on CX-3, Mazda3, Mazda5, and CX-5
By John Goreham on
Mazda recalls almost all of it, lift-back models.
Skoda
Skoda: How Do You Even Pronounce It
By Allan Honeyman on
Well, let’s get that out of the way first. Skoda is pronounced Shkoda, but I’m sure Americans will simply drop the “sh” and go with the "s."
Mazdas Only This Weekend At Laguna Seca
Mazdas Only This Weekend At Mazda Raceway
By John Goreham on
This weekend at Mazda raceway only one brand is allowed to run.
2016 BMW 3 Series, Acura ILX, Audi A4, Cadillac ATS, Lexus IS250
Don’t Buy a New BMW 3 Series if You Want a Car That Holds its Value
By Denis Flierl on
Are you thinking of buying a BMW 3 Series? It’s the Bavarian automaker’s top selling car, but it depreciates faster than any other car segment.
2017 Subaru Outback, Subaru, Outback
5 Ways Subaru Enhances the Flagship Japan-Spec 2017 Outback
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru Japan announces two new 2017 Outback wagons. What upgrades do the Outbacks get?
2017 challenger colors
2017 Dodge Challenger Charger Colors Beautifully Displayed
By Patrick Rall on
We already learned what colors the Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger will wear when the 2017 model year vehicles arrive, but today FCA offered up a few cool graphics showing all of the available colors on the silhouette of each Mopar muscle car.
2017 Audi A5 Sportback
Audi Reveals A5 and S5 Sportback, May Come To The U.S.
By Will Maley on
When Audi revealed the second-generation A5 coupe a couple months back, we knew in due course that the A5 Sportback would be revealed. Sure enough, Audi spilled the beans on the 2017 A5 Sportback this week.
VW Adds New Chinese Firm To Planned Electric Effort
VW To Team With Third Chinese Firm And Build Electrics
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen and Jianghaui Automobiles have announced a preliminary plan that would give VW another electric vehicle partner in China.
Lexus to reveal UX Subcompact Crossover Concept
Lexus UX Subcompact Crossover Concept Looks Edgy
By John Goreham on
Lexus wild styling continues to drive sales and now new model designs.
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U.S. Not Included In Latest Honda, Takata Airbag Recall
By Parks McCants on
Once again the very ugly Takata Airbag fiasco has raised its head in the hallowed halls of Honda
Mazda Recalls Mazda6
Mazda Recalls Mazda6 Over – You Guessed it
By John Goreham on
The Mazda6 sedan has been recalled for the official problem of the year.
2016 Nissan Frontier, 2016 GMC Canyon, 2016 Chevy Colorado, 2016 Toyota Tacoma, 2018 Nissan Frontier
Nissan Frontier Overtakes Chevy Colorado. Can it Catch the Toyota Tacoma?
By Denis Flierl on
The 2016 Nissan Frontier had a spectacular August. Frontier beats the Chevy Colorado. Is the Tacoma next?
2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition , US#1600, eBay auction
You Can Bid on the Last Mitsubishi Lancer EVO US#1600 Starting Today
By Denis Flierl on
Mitsubishi will action off the last Lancer Evolution Final Edition, the US#1600 car. When can you start bidding?
2016 Hyundai Sonatas Probed For Potentially Flaky Rear Brakes
NHTSA Probes Potential Rear Brake Lockups In 2016 Hyundai Sonatas
By Marc Stern on
NHTSA has launched an initial investigation into reports that some 2016 Hyundai Sonatas whose rear brakes can remain engaged following a quick diagnostic self-check by the braking control software.
Chevy Trucks
Chevrolet is honoring truck owners who have more than 100,000 miles on a Chevy truck
By Mary Conway on
Chevrolet is wooing truck owners, in Texas, with a new program. Chevy will honor drivers who have more than 100,000 miles on a Chevy truck or people who have purchased more than one Chevy truck in their lifetime.
Ford F-150's big brother and Uber team up for football
By Mary Conway on
Just in time for the return of the NFL football season, the Ford F series is starting a 3-year stint as the official truck of the NFL. To celebrate the new partnership, Ford is also joining forces with Uber, providing a special fleet of F series super duty trucks that can be ordered for tailgating. The super duty truck is a bigger, more rugged version of the F-150. The trucks are usually F-250s.
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