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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.

How Dieselgate Lawyers Line Up For $332M Piece Of The Scandal Pie

By Marc Stern on August 12, 2016 - 3:55PM

The class-action lawsuit phase of the Dieselgate emissions scandal begins to wind down as lawyers file requests for up to $332.5 million, which is quite a bit less than they could have sought.

2016 Toyota Camry’s lease deal is under $250 per month.

KBB Names 2016 Toyota Camry Best Car Lease Deal For August

By John Goreham on August 12, 2016 - 2:12PM

The Camry’s lease deal is under $250 per month.

A Look at the Diecast 6th Gen Chevrolet Camaro Options

By Patrick Rall on August 12, 2016 - 2:07PM

Over the past few months, I have featured a handful of diecast toy examples of the Dodge Challenger and Charger Hellcat models, but after receiving a great many questions on the availability of a small scale 6th gen Chevrolet Camaro – today I bring you a look at the top options for those who collect miniature Camaros.

Introducing Our 1st Hellcat of the Month: Paul Powell's Plum Crazy Challenger

By Patrick Rall on August 12, 2016 - 1:20PM

To showcase the hottest and coolest Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat cars around the country, I have launched the TorqueNews Hellcat of the Month contest – with the first winner being Paul Powell and his stunning Plum Crazy 2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat.

Changes to the 2017 Mazda6 have us worried

Mazda's Mazda6 Mechanical Changes For 2017 – Cause for concern?

By John Goreham on August 12, 2016 - 10:48AM

Mazda is making some cool, and possibly not so cool, changes to the 2017 Mazda6 and leaving two key things alone.

What You Need To Know About the Audi A3 Lineup for the U.S.

By Will Maley on August 12, 2016 - 9:23AM

Even though Audi has already revealed for the A3 back in April, there was no information available on the U.S. version. But this week, Audi has revealed the details for the U.S. A3 lineup.

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

Report Says All-Electric Subaru Crossover Coming in 5 Years

By Denis Flierl on August 12, 2016 - 8:24AM

Reports say a new Subaru all-electric crossover will be launched in 5 years. Will it be a Forester or Outback?

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Update: Brit built 2017 Honda Civic Hatchbacks dockside in Baltimore

By Parks McCants on August 11, 2016 - 7:02PM

Thanks to our friends in the know, we are currently updated as to the arrival of the first manufactured in England Civic hatchback to grace U.S. shores.

Mazda’s updated 2017 Mazda6 gets important updates

Mazda just made Interior changes you’ll love to the 2017 Mazda6

By John Goreham on August 11, 2016 - 4:19PM

Mazda’s updated 2017 Mazda6 brings some important updates to the cabin.

Acura Realtime Racing’s Eversley, Pumpelly ready for Utah slugfest

By Parks McCants on August 11, 2016 - 2:40PM

If the Saturday running of the 2016 Mid Ohio PWC GT round 14 was an indicator of things to come this weekend in Utah, RealTime Racing’s Ryan Eversley and Spencer Pumpelly, both off Atlanta, Georgia, best be ready to rumble.

Another Hellcat Charger, Ram 1500 Diecast Coming from Greenlight

By Patrick Rall on August 11, 2016 - 2:38PM

We have talked a great deal about small scale versions of the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat recently, but for those Hellcat fans who prefer the 4-door variety – the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat will be offered as part of the new Hitch & Tow Racing Edition from Greenlight Collectables.

2017 Ford F150 Super Duty STX - Premium Infotainment and Styling, Low Price

By Patrick Rall on August 11, 2016 - 1:22PM

Based on the input from their buyers, Ford Motor Company is introducing a new STX trimline for the 2017 F150 and the Super Duty – a low cost package which adds premium styling features on the outside and a premium infotainment system on the inside.

Will 2017 Nissan GT-R Become a Classic Like the Prince R380?

By Denis Flierl on August 11, 2016 - 11:11AM

Nissan Brings out the Prince R380 from its DNA Garage, the GT-R from its current stable. Will the 2017 GT-R become a classic too?

How EV Firms Maneuver For Advantage With VW Dieselgate Settlement

By Marc Stern on August 11, 2016 - 11:01AM

Twenty-eight electric vehicle firms have contacted regulators to ensure that VW is barred from participating in Dieselgate settlement funding.

Mercedes-Benz Teases Something Large For Pebble Beach

By Will Maley on August 11, 2016 - 9:20AM

Every year at Pebble Beach, the Monterey Car Week takes place with various events such as the Concours d'Elegance. But it has also become a place where luxury automakers introduce new vehicles and concepts.

Why Subaru WRX Owners Are Lifers [Video]

By Denis Flierl on August 11, 2016 - 8:58AM

Subaru Owner Stories: Joseph Batson’s WRX [Video]

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door

Subaru Classic Meets New 2017 Impreza

By Denis Flierl on August 11, 2016 - 8:36AM

Subaru is celebrating Boxer’s 50th anniversary. The engine was on display along with the new 2017 Impreza at the Automobile Council 2016.

Rolling Time-bombs: 7 Honda and Acura 2001-03 Models Whose Owners Are Told To Stop Driving

By Marc Stern on August 10, 2016 - 11:58PM

The owners of 313,000 2001-03 Honda and Acura vehicles were recently told by the National Highway Traffic Safety Admnistration to stop driving their vehicles because of the risk their airbags pose.

NHTSA, Seeking Better Airbag Results, Takes To Road In "Safe Car" Tour

By Marc Stern on August 10, 2016 - 11:22PM

Like the tent tours that crisscrossed America in the 19th Century, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has taken to the road to encourage motorists to have the airbag inflators in their vehicles replaced.

2016 Accord scores highest IIHS headlight rating for Honda

By Parks McCants on August 10, 2016 - 3:44PM

Interestingly enough, we discover that as of this posting, a federally mandated uniform auto industry headlight standard doesn't exist in the United States.

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This Mysterious Ford Shelby Mustang Could Be a Proper Hellcat and ZL1 Fighter

By Patrick Rall on August 10, 2016 - 3:15PM

A video has surfaced showing a mysteriously camouflaged Ford Mustang rolling around the Metro Detroit area and while this car might look like a new Shelby GT350, it doesn’t sound like that road racing beast – leading me (and many others) to believe that this could be the big power Mustang designed to go to battle with the likes of the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1.

Watch the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Destroy the Rear Tires

By Patrick Rall on August 10, 2016 - 2:40PM

The 4th video has been unlocked on the Chevrolet Camaro 50th anniversary website and unlike the first three videos which featured all of the older generations, this new video focuses exclusively on the new Camaro ZL1 – with great soundbites of the LT4 engine revving and a huge, smokey burnout.

FCA Could Be Working on a Ram 1500 Mega Cab

By Patrick Rall on August 10, 2016 - 2:12PM

Spy shots floating around the internet show that FCA is working on some sort of super-extended cab version of the Ram 1500 – presumably something like the Ram 2500 Mega Cab in half ton form.

2017 Range Rover SVAutobiography Dynamic Splits the Difference

By Will Maley on August 10, 2016 - 2:05PM

Imagine taking some of the bits of the Range Rover Sport SVR and Range Rover SVAutobiography, and dropping them into a standard Range Rover. What might you end up with?

Why Smart Compact Buyers Picked Subaru Over Suzuki

By Denis Flierl on August 10, 2016 - 10:38AM

Subaru has decided to part ways with Suzuki. Why did Subaru succeed and Suzuki fail?

Genesis Still Figuring Which Model Will Get Hotted Up

By Will Maley on August 10, 2016 - 9:19AM

With Hyundai and Kia beginning to enter the performance arena, it should come as no surprise that Genesis is considering adding a bit of sport to their models. But deciding which model will get it first is becoming a challenge.

Did Subaru Strike Out With the Levorg Sports Tourer?

By Denis Flierl on August 10, 2016 - 8:29AM

In a rare move, Subaru is offering incentives to sell more Levorg sports tourers. Did Subaru make a mistake launching the new wagon?

VW's Hopes For A Speedy Settlement Of Dieselgate Tumbled As Courts Take Unusual Step

By Marc Stern on August 9, 2016 - 9:31PM

Volkswagen, slammed for the last year by an emissions scandal of its own making, faced a new test as the courts in Germany took an unusual step in an effort to speed things up. That does not look like it will be the case.

2017 Ford Raptor F150 has the Best Factory Shocks Ever (Video)

By Patrick Rall on August 9, 2016 - 3:31PM

The 2017 Ford Raptor F150 is equipped with an all-new suspension setup with shocks from the off-road experts at Fox, which the Motor Company claims are the most capable factory-equipped shock absorbers ever offered on a road-going pickup truck.

GM Announces 2017 Camaro 1LE Pricing and Performance Figures

By Patrick Rall on August 9, 2016 - 1:51PM

General Motors has announced the pricing and the performance figures for the 2017 Camaro 1LE packages in both V6 and V8 form, and based strictly on these preliminary numbers, it sounds like the 1LE package will convert the Camaro LT or SS into even more impressive performers for a surprisingly low price.

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