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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.

New Zealand Charity Mustang GT
New Ford Mustang GT Available in New Zealand Via Children's Charity Auction
By Patrick Rall on
The new Ford Mustang is sold out in New Zealand into well into the 2017 calendar year, but someone with deep enough pockets could drive away a new 2016 Mustang GT later this month while also making a contribution to a children’s cancer charity.
Tesla SEO Elon Musk
Should Elon Musk Get a Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences?
By Armen Hareyan on
Someone started a single petition on Change.org asking the Swedish Nobel Committee to award Elon Musk the Nobel Prize in Economic Science. Now they are nearing 4000 signatures at the time of this writing.
Tesla Model S
How Much Battery Capacity Tesla Model S Loses In 5 Years
By Armen Hareyan on
What do you think what's your Model S battery capacity and how it will do in 5 years? You will be surprised by learning about this survey results.
Capps runs Johnson in New England Finals
Capps Pilots His Dodge Charger to a 3rd Straight Win for Schumacher Racing
By Patrick Rall on
The Dodge Charger funny car teams of Don Schumacher may have gotten off to a slow-ish start for the 2016 Mell Yello Drag Racing Championship series, but this past weekend in New England, Ron Capps gave DSR and Team Mopar their third straight win in the third straight all-Dodge funny car final round.
Update of Tacoma Frame & Leaf Spring Recall –Photos After 2 Years
Update of Tacoma Frame & Leaf Spring Recall Photos After 2 Years
By John Goreham on
Check out what a Tacoma with a new frame and new leaf springs looks like two years after the replacement.
Failed Lexus Over the Air Update to Nav System Angers Customers
Lexus Over the Air Update to Nav System Just Went Badly - Customers Angry
By John Goreham on
What happens when an automatic update goes haywire?
Porsche Panamera Teaser
Porsche Teases and Announces A Reveal Date for Next-Gen Panamera
By Will Maley on
We knew that Porsche would be revealing the next-generation Panamera sometime this year, most likely at the Paris Motor Show. But it appears the German sports car marker is planning to show it sooner.
2016 Subaru WRX STI, Isle of Man TT Challenge
Watch Higgins Pilot 600hp Subaru WRX STI to IOM Record [Video]
By Denis Flierl on
Watch this new video of the 2016 Subaru WRX STI shattering the Isle of Man Record on the first attempt.
2016 Nissan Murano, “10 Best Family Cars”
4 Reasons Why Nissan Murano is Voted “10 Best Family Cars”
By Denis Flierl on
The 2016 Nissan Murano is named "10 Best Family Cars" by Parents magazine and Edmunds. What 4 things stand out?
Tesla Crash Test
Tesla Crash Test: What Happened to This Model S in a Parking Lot Charging
By Armen Hareyan on
Brand new Tesla Model S appears to be hit from the front, while parked in a Las Vegas Parking hotel charging station.
2016_Baja_Ridgeline_Pickup_HPD
Turbocharged Baja Ridgeline completes grueling Baja 500
By Parks McCants on
setting the record straight: While Honda News herald's Proctor Racing Group and Honda Performance development Baja Race Truck for winning its class in the SCORE Baja 500, there’s a bit more to the story than that.
Tesla Production
Should Tesla Contracts Nissan To Gain Production Capability
By Armen Hareyan on
Consider the wait for the Tesla Model 3 there is an idea that perhaps Tesla should contract Nissan to gain production capability. Not have Nissan build the car, but if Nissan took over production capability they could ramp up faster. What do you think?
Mercedes-Benz G350d Professional
Mercedes-Benz Takes the G-Class Back To Its Roots
By Will Maley on
When Mercedes-Benz first introduced the G-Class (known as G-Wagen) back in 1979, it was the German equivalent of the Jeep Wrangler; built to go anywhere in the world, with the barest of creature comforts.
Watch Vlad's Latest Toyota Supra Turbo Run the Quarter Mile
Watch Vlad's Latest Toyota Supra Turbo Run the Quarter Mile
By John Goreham on
Vlad’s Toyota Supras are legendary. Here’s what his most recent creation runs in the quarter mile and why it is so special.
Skoda 4x4 Lineup
Another Brand from the Volkswagen Group Considers Entering North America
By Will Maley on
At the present moment, there are seven brands under the Volkswagen Group umbrella that are sold in the U.S. - Audi, Bentley, Bugatti, Ducati (via Audi), Lamborghini, Porsche, and Volkswagen. There is the possibility of an eighth brand coming.
2016 Subaru Forester, 2016 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Crosstrek
How Subaru Forester, Outback and XV Pull Off First-Ever Feat
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru is setting the little island of Tasmania on fire. What first-ever feat did they accomplish?
2016 WRX STI, Isle of Man TT, Time Attack
How 4 New Meats Help IOM Subaru WRX STI Push to New Limits
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru’s 2016 WRX STI Time Attack car piloted by Mark Higgins set a new lap record at IOM TT. What special tires did they use?
Edmunds and Parents Magazine Name 2016 Toyota Sienna Best Minivan For Families
Edmunds and Parents Magazine Name 2016 Toyota Sienna Best Minivan For Families
By John Goreham on
The only AWD minivan earns yet another award.
2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon
Mercedes-Benz Reveals 2017 E-Class Wagon: What Comes Standard?
By Will Maley on
With Mercedes-Benz unveiling the new E-Class sedan earlier this year in Detroit, we knew that it wouldn't be long before we saw the wagon, coupe, and convertible. Today, we got to see one of those variants.
Tesla Model 3 vs Nissan LEAF
Tesla Model 3 vs Nissan Leaf: Competition Will Come Down To Incentives
By Armen Hareyan on
It appears that the competition is growing between Tesla Model 3 and Nissan LEAF. Both are popular electric cars and with Model 3's popularity the question is who will be the first "victim" of Model 3?
2016 Passat 1.8T SEL vs. Toyota Camry XLE – Which To Buy
2016 Passat 1.8T SEL vs. Toyota Camry XLE – Which To Buy
By John Goreham on
We compare the leader in the midsize class, the 2016 Toyota Camry to a tempting Passat choice from VW America.
2016 Range Rover Evoque Autobiography
Jaguar Land Rover Sues A Chinese Automaker for Copying
By Will Maley on
Chinese automakers have a reputation from blatantly copying from other automakers. But most automakers don't even bother with taking any sort of legal action. That could be changing.
Subaru Levorg, Subaru BTCC
Subaru Gets First-Ever BTCC Win
By Denis Flierl on
It was Subaru’s first-ever BTCC win. They did it in the rear-drive Levorg sports tourer. Which drivers reached the podium?
2017 Titan XD, Titan Crew Cab half-ton pickup
How 2017 Titan XD Does Heavy Lifting for You and Nissan
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2017 Titan XD Crew Cab half-ton pickup begins arriving in showrooms this summer. Will truck enthusiasts buy it?
2016 Subaru WRX STI
Higgins Flies Pastrana Crashes at STPR
By Denis Flierl on
It was David Higgins winning again in the 2016 Subaru WRX STI at STPR. What happened to Pastrana?
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2016 Honda Civic on track for record sales year
By Parks McCants on
Why is 2016 Honda Civic putting American Honda Motors on track for a record sales year?
2016 Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai Tucson Walks Away With NEMPA's Best SUV Under $28k
By Will Maley on
Every winter, members of the New England Motor Press Association put a group of vehicles through the harsh winter conditions on offer to figure out which ones are the best to handle Mother Nature. Recently, the association awarded the models that went above and beyond in the cold and snowy conditions.
2017 Mercedes-AMG SL63
What Is NEMPA's Favorite Luxury Convertible?
By Will Maley on
The New England Motor Press Association every year holds their Ragtop Ramble where members drive the latest crop of convertibles through the New England landscape and figure out which ones stand out. Recently, NEMPA announced their favorites from the ramble.
2016 Subaru WRX STI, Isle of Man TT Challenge
Subaru WRX STI Shatters Isle of Man Record on First Attempt
By Denis Flierl on
Mark Higgins smashed the record at Isle of Man in the 2016 Subaru WRX STI. How quick was the run?
2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback
2 Reasons Why Subaru Is One Car Shy of a Load
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru has a problem. Dealers can’t get enough Forester and Outback models and customers are waiting. How long is the wait?
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