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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 Does Hyundai's First N Car Sound?

By Will Maley on July 19, 2016 - 11:43AM

We're getting closer to Hyundai revealing their first vehicle from the N-Performance sub-brand. To keep everyone interested, Hyundai has dropped a new teaser video.

2016 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Safest Vehicle Overall?

Is the 2016 Toyota Highlander Hybrid AWD the Safest Vehicle In America?

By John Goreham on July 19, 2016 - 11:28AM

We lay out the evidence that there is no safer vehicle for sale than the 2016 Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Mercedes-Benz Recalls the GLE450 AMG for A Start-Stop Issue

By Will Maley on July 19, 2016 - 9:01AM

Automakers are trying various tricks to help eek out the last drop of fuel. One example is engine start-stop tech that turns the engine off when at a stop, before restarting when you start moving. It's nice when it works. When it doesn't, that brings up some major issues.

3 Global Nissan Strategies That Could Effect You

By Denis Flierl on July 19, 2016 - 8:30AM

Nissan is a global automaker with big goals. What does it mean for you?

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

Only Subaru Can Claim This Honor 7 Years Running

By Denis Flierl on July 19, 2016 - 8:15AM

Subaru is a small automaker compared to the global auto giants, but they are big on safety. Only Subaru can claim this honor 7 years running.

2016 Honda Civic Touring tight as new after 10,000 miles, or so

By Parks McCants on July 18, 2016 - 7:22PM

On a recent press junket down to Napa, California, I grabbed the keys to a black on black pre-production 2016 Honda Civic Touring. It remains as “tight” as the first day it rolled off of the transport.

Bernard Marr and Volvo shine light on data driven autonomous driving future

By Parks McCants on July 18, 2016 - 7:00PM

How will Volvo and other auto manufacturer’s filter through and apply your cars transmitted, collected data into a safer “hands free” driving experience?

2017 Ford Super Duty Gets Best in Class Torque and Towing

By Patrick Rall on July 18, 2016 - 3:03PM

Ford Motor Company has offered up a few news bits of information on the next generation Super Duty pickups coming for 2017, including some numbers which makes the big Ford truck the most capable and the strongest in the heavy duty segment – with the F450 beating the Ram 3500 in towing, hauling and torque output.

Volvo Skips Urban Areas When It Comes To Autonomous Technologies

By Will Maley on July 18, 2016 - 3:03PM

Whether you like it or not, autonomous technologies are coming to vehicles. But that doesn't mean you won't be able to drive one.

2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat in Plum Crazy

2017 Hellcat Dodge Challenger, Charger Power Increase?

By Patrick Rall on July 18, 2016 - 1:32PM

Over the past few weeks I have seen a growing number of links to junk news sites insisting that the 2017 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and the 2017 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat will be getting more power – but I don’t believe for one second that the mighty Hellcat Hemi will be getting a boost in power so soon after being introduced with 707 horsepower and 650lb-ft of torque.

2017 Camaro ZL1 Nurburgring Time Disappears

By Patrick Rall on July 18, 2016 - 12:08PM

In early July, we brought you the news that a Nürburgring lap time of 7:23 for the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 had shown up on Wikipedia and after much skepticism over the legitimacy of that time, it has vanished from the Wikipedia list – lending to the belief that the previously discussed lap time was nothing more than a hoax.

Bentley Ponders A Limited Run Sedan Above the Mulsanne

By Will Maley on July 18, 2016 - 9:00AM

Bentley is in the process of trying to decide whether to do another SUV or a production variant of the Speed6 concept, and whether or not to do an electric-only version of the Mulsanne. Seems like the perfect time to add another possible model decision.

New Subaru 3-Row crossover, New Subaru 7-passenger SUV

Why Subaru Could Axe 6-cylinder in New 3-Row SUV

By Denis Flierl on July 18, 2016 - 8:35AM

Subaru could axe the 6-cylinder in their new 3-Row SUV. Will it get the next-generation 2.0-liter turbo?

6 Ways Subaru WRX Outperforms All Other Sports Cars

By Denis Flierl on July 18, 2016 - 7:44AM

When you compare the 2016 Subaru WRX against the competition in safety, the sports sedan comes out on top.

Interested in a smooth, deep exhaust note on your 2016 Toyota Tacoma?

Borla Launches Custom 2016 Toyota Tacoma Exhaust System

By John Goreham on July 18, 2016 - 7:42AM

Interested in a smooth, deep exhaust note on your 2016 Toyota Tacoma?

Honda Mainstreams 2017 Accord Hybrid with Increased Production

By Parks McCants on July 18, 2016 - 12:10AM

Honda's committed to doubling production of the more powerful, safer and greater fuel efficient 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. Will 30,000 units sold in the next year be enough to mainstream this near premium hybrid sedan? Let's drive!

Higgins Wrecks Subaru WRX STI at NEFR, Lasek Gets Podium

By Denis Flierl on July 17, 2016 - 7:53AM

It was the opposite result most expected at NEFR. Higgins wrecks his Subaru WRX STI, Lasek gets a podium finish.

Why Tesla Model 3 Needs a Black Box

By Armen Hareyan on July 16, 2016 - 12:03PM

If Tesla Model 3 going to be more autonomous and the trend is to make the Autopilot fully autonomous then the Model 3, Model S and Model X need a Black Box, just like airplanes.

The Biggest 3 Causes of Tesla Model S and Nissan LEAF Battery Capacity Loss

By Armen Hareyan on July 16, 2016 - 11:37AM

There are ways you can minimize the battery degradation and range loss on your Tesla Model S, Nissan LEAF or other electric vehicles, but for that you need to know the biggest causes of battery capacity loss.

A Third Party Isn't Bringing Back the Old Defender

By Will Maley on July 16, 2016 - 11:31AM

The final Land Rover Defender rolled off the assembly line earlier this year leaving many folks sad. But one wealthy fan wanted to bring it back.

Chevy Volt vs 2017 Toyota Prius Prime Plug-In Hybrid: Very Brief Comparison by a Volt Owner

By Armen Hareyan on July 16, 2016 - 10:39AM

I am a Toyota Prius owner and am very pleased with my car, but people who drive a Chevy Volt have a different view when it comes to comparing it vs the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime Plug-In Hybrid.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 Subaru WRX STI, Prodrive STI

Would You Buy a Higher-Performance Subaru/Prodrive WRX STI?

By Denis Flierl on July 16, 2016 - 8:36AM

When Subaru, STI and Prodrive get together, good things happen. What would happen if they hook-up long term?

How To Afford Your Tesla Model 3 and Pay For It

By Armen Hareyan on July 15, 2016 - 1:41PM

The excitement is abating and Tesla Model 3 owners raise concerns and worries about how to pay for their new Model 3. New cars are expensive and involve big monthly payments if you don't have enough cache available.

Edelbrock Supercharger Boosts the Ford Mustang GT to 732hp

By Patrick Rall on July 15, 2016 - 1:37PM

The folks at Edelbrock have just rolled out the information on their E-Force supercharger for the 2015 and 2016 Ford Mustang GT, with a pair of packages that lift the output of the 5.0L-powered muscle car to either 690 or 732 horsepower and an MSRP that starts just under $7,000.

Dodge Dart Production to End in September After Just 5 Model Years

By Patrick Rall on July 15, 2016 - 12:39PM

After just five model years, the Dodge Dart will seemingly meet its demise when production ends in September at the company’s Belvidere, Illinois plant – clearing the way for production of the far more popular Jeep Cherokee.

How A Misprint Caused Porsche to Recall All of the 918 Spyders

By Will Maley on July 15, 2016 - 11:14AM

Sometimes, a little thing can cause a big mess.

2017 Honda Accord Hybrid more powerful, fuel efficient, safer

By Parks McCants on July 15, 2016 - 11:01AM

Honda tells us “our best Accord is actually a hybrid !” In rolls the most refined and powerful Accord hybrid in Honda history.

California to Volkswagen's Proposed 3.0L TDI V6 Fix: No

By Will Maley on July 15, 2016 - 8:43AM

It seemed that a possible fix was on the way for the Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsche models featuring the 3.0L TDI V6 that were deemed to have illegal emission software. Unfortunately, that fix has been rejected.

2017 Subaru BRZ, 2017 BRZ Series.Yellow Special Edition

4 Reasons Why Refreshed 2017 Subaru BRZ is a Better Value

By Denis Flierl on July 15, 2016 - 8:09AM

Subaru announces pricing on the upgraded 2017 BRZ sports coupe. The new upgrades and small price increase equals added value.

the total cost of the Toyota Corolla LE is $188.97 per month

2016 Toyota Corolla Best Car Lease Deal According to Edmunds

By John Goreham on July 14, 2016 - 5:18PM

By our math, the total cost of the Toyota Corolla LE is $188.97 per month including the money down.

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