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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.

2016 John Force Camaro
John Force Finally Gets a Proper 2016 Camaro Funny Car
By Patrick Rall on
While John Force and his teammates began running a Chevrolet Camaro funny car for the 2015 season, the new 2016 Chevrolet Camaro funny car will make its grand on-track debut this weekend at the NHRA Kansas Nationals in Topeka, Kansas – when the living legend hits the track in the new race car shown above.
Tesla Summon
Tesla prevents accidents with new Auto Summon upate
By Jason Cobb on
Tesla releases a new software version for drivers to confirm the direction of the Auto Summon feature in an effort to prevent accidents.
Volkswagen Corrado Magnum Sport Kombi Prototype
For Sale: Two Volkswagen Corrado Prototypes
By Will Maley on
It is a rare occurrence whenever a prototype is available for sale. Usually, they are crushed or put into an automaker's collection. Imagine how rare it must be for two prototypes to go up for sale.
2017 BMW M240i Coupe
New 2017 BMW M240i Packs 335hp
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2017 M240i Coupe gets a new-gen 335hp TwinPower Turbo engine. How quick is it?
2016 Subaru Forester, 2016 Toyota RAV4, 2016 Mazda CX-5
Nissan Accused of Emissions Cheating
By Denis Flierl on
Nissan has been accused of emissions tampering. Will it derail their plans to bring a new compact crossover SUV to the US?
2017 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross
New Subaru WRX STI GRC Supercar is Coming in 2017
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru announced a new Subaru WRX STI GRC Supercar for 2017. What will happen this season?
Andretti_Autosport_IndyCar
Honda performance sweeps Indy 500 opening day practice
By Parks McCants on
Marco Andretti led a Honda powered 4 car sweep under perfect weather conditions on the opening practice day of the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500.
What keeps Toyota's CEO up at night may sound familiar to any businessperson
By John Goreham on
Anyone who has ever tried to predict sales will relate to this.
CPO Lexus CT 200h Named to Best Cars For Recent College Grads List
CPO Lexus CT 200h Named to Best Cars For Recent College Grads List
By John Goreham on
In an interesting twist on the usual suspects, Autotrader picks the premium hybrid Lexus CT 200h as a good car for recent grads. Here’s why.
Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive
Mercedes-Benz Could Build Out A Sub-brand To Take On BMW's i
By Will Maley on
Whenever an automaker does something, it is a safe bet that another one will follow in their footsteps. This is mostly attributed to German automakers. Case in point: When BMW launched the X6, Mercedes-Benz worked on a competitor that launched last year called the GLE-Coupe.
Roadkill Nights by Dodge image
Roadkill Nights by Dodge Stops in Detroit, Kansas City for 2016
By Patrick Rall on
After an incredibly one-off event in 2015, the Roadkill Nights by Dodge will add a second event to the schedule for 2016, bringing the same racing action, car show and other Dodge-sponsored high performance fun to both Detroit and Kansas City.
6th gen Camaro Z28 crashed
Wrecked Camaro Z28 was Back in Action the Next Day
By Patrick Rall on
Last week we brought you a video of what we believe was a 6th generation Chevrolet Camaro Z28 crashing on the Nürburgring and today, we have a video featuring Camaro Chief Engineer Al Oppenheiser giving a bit of detail on that accident – most notably pointing out that the car was back on the track the next day.
Start dreaming of your Model 3 with this fan designed on-line design studio
By Jason Cobb on
A Tesla Fan from the Tesla Motor Forum named Bayol has used his skills once again to create a Model 3 design studio to show the various features on the upcoming Tesla model 3.
Aston Martin Vanquish Art Installation
Making An Aston Martin Vanquish Out of Leather
By Will Maley on
If you're an automaker like Aston Martin, you use the finest leathers to upholster the seats and various interior pieces. You'll also end up with a lot of leather scraps. Aston Martin figured out a clever solution to reuse the scraps.
2017 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Legacy, 2016 Subaru Legacy
Are New 2017 Subaru Outbacks Too Dangerous to Drive?
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru has recalled 2016-2017 Subaru Outback and Legacy models. Are they too dangerous to drive?
2017 Nissan GT-R
Nissan Already Planning Nex-Gen GT-R Redesign
By Denis Flierl on
The paint is barely dry on the new 2017 Nissan GT-R and designers are already working on the next-generation model. Will it have a hybrid drivetrain?
2016 Subaru WRX STI
How #75 Subaru WRX STI Dominates Olympus Rally
By Denis Flierl on
The 2016 Subaru WRX STI rally car of David Higgins and Crag Drew dominated Olympus Rally this weekend. Where was Pastrana?
Lamborghini Murcielago Glacier Run
Lamborghini Takes On A Glacier
By Will Maley on
We doubt many Lamborghini owners would even have the thought of driving in the snow, let alone driving up a glacier.
Hagan VS Beckman
Hagan's Dodge Charger Gets Win #1 in Atlanta
By Patrick Rall on
Matt Hagan, Don Schumacher Racing and their fleet of Dodge Charger race cars have had a rough 2016 season when compared to 2015, but when the final win light popped this weekend in Atlanta, Hagan beat teammate Jack Beckman for his first win of the year.
2016_Honda_Civic_Touring
Consumers Sing Praise for 10th Generation Honda Civic
By Parks McCants on
Looking to Honda Civic owner forums from around the globe, the vast majority of 2016 Honda Civic sedan and coupe buyers (mostly) sing praise for 10th generation Honda Civic.
C6 Corvette Daytona Prototype
Mid-Engine C8 Corvette Could Debut at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on
According to the folks at Car & Driver, the C8 Chevrolet Corvette will debut at the 2018 North America International Auto Show in Detroit and when it does, we will finally be introduced to the long-rumored mid-engine Corvette – provided that this information proves to be true.
2016 Toyota Sienna vs. Honda Odyssey Minivan Comparison
2016 Toyota Sienna vs. Honda Odyssey: $40K Minivan Comparison
By John Goreham on
We compare the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna in mid-trim matchup to see which is the better family hauler.
Shelby Super Snake Mustang
The 750hp 2015 Ford Mustang Shelby Super Snake is Available in Australia
By Patrick Rall on
Although the new Ford Mustang is sold out well into the 2017 calendar year, an Australian high performance tuning shop is offering up a limited number of new Shelby Super Snake Mustangs with 650-750hp – just like the super-tuned pony cars sold here in the USA.
Mercedes-Benz 220 D Pickup
Will the Mercedes-Benz Pickup Come to the U.S? It's Unclear
By Will Maley on
When Mercedes-Benz announced that it would be building a pickup truck, the U.S. branch expressed interest in it and wanted to make the final decision on it. The decision has been pushed back a couple of times and now, the new CEO says it might be awhile before we get an answer.
Tesla Model 3 Production
To All Model 3 Reservation Holders: How Do You Feel About New Tesla VP Addition?
By Jason Cobb on
Peter Hochholdinger with 22 years experience at Audi hired to deliver Tesla's promise of 500,000 vehicles by 2018.
2017 Nissan Frontier, 2018 Nissan Frontier
Why 2018 Nissan Frontier Will Be a Major Player When it Arrives
By Denis Flierl on
Nissan Frontier sales skyrocket: What will happen when the 2018 Frontier gets a remodel?
2016 BMW 3 Series
German Cops Won’t Give You a Plugged Nickel For the BMW 3 Series
By Denis Flierl on
After months of driving them, German cops say the BMW 3 Series is not suitable for patrol duty. Why do they distain the 3 Series?
2016 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, Final Edition, Lancer Evolution XI
3 Reasons Why Nissan Should Push Mitsubishi to Bring Back Lancer EVO
By Denis Flierl on
How can Nissan save Mitsubishi? Bring back the Lancer Evolution performance sedan.
2016 Subaru WRX STI NBR, Nurburgring 24-hour race
How Subaru Prepares WRX STI For Nurburgring 24-Hr
By Denis Flierl on
The 2016 Subaru WRX STI 24-hour Nurburgring team is in all-out prep mode to see if their race car is ready. Is the STI ready?
Audi e-tron quattro Concept
One New EV Coming Out Every Year At Audi
By Will Maley on
Audi held their annual shareholder meeting at their headquarters in Ingolstadt, Germany yesterday where CEO Rupert Stadler announced some big plans for the luxury automaker.
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