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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.

By Collin Woodard on
In-car data can be expensive, but Jaguar Land Rover just announced a plan to make it both affordable and unlimited. And if you're looking for a better luxury experience, you'll definitely want a data connection, even if you don't think it's necessary.
By Collin Woodard on
If you were disappointed with the redesigned Land Rover Discovery, don't worry. The Special Vehicle Operations division is working on turning the Discovery into a hardcore off-roader.
By Parks McCants on
A great weekend for Honda Performance Development as 3 out of the top 5 finishers of the Verizon IndyCar 2017 Long Beach Grand Prix were Honda powered. At one time in Sundays race, the top 6 drivers flew the big “H.”
By Will Maley on
In a couple of years time, Aston Martin will begin producing their first crossover, the DBX. But to do this, Aston Martin will need a second factory. Progress on this is making headway.
By Denis Flierl on
Are you looking for the safest vehicle on the road? The all-new Subaru Crosstrek crossover and Impreza compact have both achieved the highest score ever for safety in Japan.
By Collin Woodard on
The Mercedes S-Class is already a tech-laden luxury flagship. But when the updates S-Class is released later this year, it's going to make the previous version feel old and outdated.
By Parks McCants on
By most accounts with Chip Ganassi Racing running Honda engines and Aero kits for 2017, the maker that earned its entry into automaking through racing, will dominate Indycar in 2017.
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru WRX STI will remain the exclusive OEM vehicle at the DirtFish Rally School. Why does the school include the BRZ?
By Collin Woodard on
It's no secret that autonomous technology is the future of cars. And almost every automaker is currently developing its own self-driving cars. But Mercedes hopes its latest partnership will allow it to bring driverless taxis to the streets by 2020.
By Parks McCants on
Off to a solid start for 2017, Cox and Eversley will attack the streets of Long Beach, California in the 3rd round of Pirelli World Challenge GT behind the wheel of the Acura RealTime Racing NSX GT-3 car. It should be a great weekend for Acura.
By Patrick Rall on
A new video has been posted online showing a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat beating a Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 in two out of three roll races in a clash between two stock, supercharged muscle cars with their automatic transmissions.
By John Goreham on
Does your Lexus RX or NX hatch open too far and contact your garage door? Or are you afraid you will leave it up and back into the garage door when exiting? We can help.
By John Goreham on
Use Lexus' Route Trace function in the navigation menus to easily find your way back when exploring.
By Denis Flierl on
The popular Subaru Outback gets refreshed for 2018 and is coming with at least 33 new improvements for crossover buyers.
By Patrick Rall on
FCA uses the start of the Houston Auto Show yesterday to introduce a new exterior color for the 2017 Ram 1500 Rebel with Delmonico Red combining two of my favorite things – a high performance off-road truck and the proper color of a good steak – along with rolling out new lettering for the tailgate of the premium Limited models.
By Patrick Rall on
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced this morning that the 2017 Indy 500 “Festival Cars” had been delivered, with 101 specially outfitted 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertibles built for official use and public sale around the Indianapolis area – and the cars intended for public sale should be at local dealerships soon.
By John Goreham on
With every midsize truck on the market down in March, we now know the facts about the market share of Tacoma, Colorado, Frontier, Ridgeline, and Canyon when production capacity is not an issue.
By Patrick Rall on
It seems as though the Ford Mustang will become the weapon of choice for Blue Oval drivers in the Australian V8 Supercar racing series – meaning that there will either be a coupe running in what has traditionally always been a sedan-only series, or the Mustang body will be adapted to fit on the current sedan race car platform.
By Will Maley on
Just because you are rich doesn't mean you be above the law.
By Parks McCants on
Today Honda revealed ball-park price and specifications for the redesigned uptick 2017 Civic Si, and more. What else do we know about Honda's latest Civic Si offering?
By Mary Conway on
Buick is introducing two new models, a sportback and a wagon. This isn't your grandfather's Roadmaster! It is a sporty take on the wagon for people who love the room of a SUV and the functionality of a car.
By John Goreham on
Adjusting the sound volume of navigation guidance in a Lexus is tricky. We show you how using the RX crossover as an example.
By Denis Flierl on
Would you like to win a free garden makeover from Subaru? You don’t even need to drive an Outback. Here’s how.
By Denis Flierl on
The 2017 Nissan TITAN PRO-4X scores "2017 Rocky Mountain Truck of the Year” from the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press. Why did it win?
By Mary Conway on
The Rocky Mountain Automotive Press has selected its favorite Truck, Car and Crossover/SUV of 2017.
By Collin Woodard on
There aren't many surprises here when it comes to Mercedes-AMG GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe, but if the formula works, why change it?
By Parks McCants on
CR-V, HR-V, Odyssey, and Pilot top U.S. News and World Report’s coveted “2017 Best Cars for Families". That’s noteworthy, when considering some very good competition.
By Will Maley on
The Chinese auto market is a unique one. For example, they are the only market where there are long-wheelbase variants of compact and midsize luxury sedans.
By Patrick Rall on
The team at Hennessey Performance has cooked up a new package for Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 owners who want to go from the street to the drag strip and runs 9s, and to battle Dodge’s newest high performance Challenger, HPE is calling this 1000 horsepower muscle car the Exorcist.
By John Goreham on
The 2017 Toyota Prius Prime Hybrid's U.S. sales are still growing, but in March it finishes third overall in electric vehicle sales.