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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.

Virtually Drive the Viper, Ford GT and Shelby GT350 at the NAIAS

By Patrick Rall on January 14, 2016 - 11:28AM

Those folks who attend the Detroit Auto Show over the next week and a half will have a chance to virtually drive the Dodge Viper, the Ford GT supercar, the Shelby GT350 Mustang and a host of other vehicles – some of which actually allow spectators to sit in the actual vehicle while using the driving simulator.

Kia Has Something Special For Chicago

By Will Maley on January 14, 2016 - 11:03AM

Next month will be the Chicago Auto Show. While it is the smallest auto show in the U.S., some automakers save some big debuts for it.

Subaru announces another weak Limited Edition WRX STI/BRZ duo

By Denis Flierl on January 14, 2016 - 8:19AM

Subaru Canada gets a new limited edition 2016 WRX STI and BRZ. They are called 光 Hikari Editions. Are they really all that special?

Spend $5,500 to make your M3/M4 go 0.1 second faster 0-60?

By Denis Flierl on January 14, 2016 - 7:43AM

The new BMW M3/M4 Competition Package adds even more power and performance to the BMW M3/M4 performance cars. How much will it cost?

Is 2017 Honda Ridgeline enough truck for you? [Photo update from Detroit]

By Parks McCants on January 13, 2016 - 7:40PM

Is 2017 Ridgeline enough truck for you? Torque News Managing Editor Patrick Rall provides us with a photo update from Detroit.

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Audi's A4 Surprise At the Detroit Auto Show

By Will Maley on January 13, 2016 - 3:46PM

We knew that Audi would be showing off the 2017 A4 sedan for its North American debut this week. We weren't expecting the German automaker to also a world debut of a new A4 variant.

Chevrolet Bolt EV Packs 200hp, 266tq and 200 Miles of Electric Range

By Patrick Rall on January 13, 2016 - 3:10PM

The new Chevrolet Bolt EV made its formal production debut earlier this week at the 2016 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, bringing us the full details on the industry’s most capable, affordable electric vehicle.

2017 NSX inspired Acura Precision Concept presents beauty without the beak

By Parks McCants on January 13, 2016 - 2:54PM

First impressions often capture our interest in a specific car, in this case Acura has our attention.

Why non-car people just chose the 2015 Mazda3 as a Best New Car

By John Goreham on January 13, 2016 - 2:33PM

Not every person who drives is a car nut. Here’s why Good Housekeeping loved the 2015 Mazda3.

Ford Rolls Out a SuperCrew Raptor F150 in Detroit, Still No Power Numbers

By Patrick Rall on January 13, 2016 - 12:15PM

Ford Motor Company introduced a new SuperCrew version of the 2017 Raptor F150 at this week’s Detroit Auto Show, but they still haven’t offered up all of the vital specs on the newest high performance SVT pickup.

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Hyundai's US CEO Indicates the Santa Cruze Concept Has Been Green Lighted

By Will Maley on January 13, 2016 - 10:41AM

Ever since Hyundai revealed the Santa Cruz concept at last year's Detroit Auto Show, U.S. executives have been hoping to get the green light from the South Korean home base to begin work on a production model.

Jeep CEO Confirms Hellcat Jeep by End of 2017

By Patrick Rall on January 13, 2016 - 10:21AM

After more than a year of speculation, Jeep CEO Mike Manley has confirmed there will be a Hellcat Hemi powered Grand Cherokee SRT by the end of the 2017 calendar year and if this supercharged SUV has the same 707hp as the Challenger and Charger, it will be the most powerful vehicle of its type in the world.

Watch Subaru Outback get driven hard like a WRX STI rally car

By Denis Flierl on January 13, 2016 - 8:08AM

The 2016 Subaru Outback is a great city car for families, but what about serious recreation? Watch it get driven like an STI rally car.

5 reasons why BMW M2 stands for Momentum

By Denis Flierl on January 13, 2016 - 7:36AM

The BMW M2 just made its global debut in Detroit and it will be a key M model for the brand. Why is BMW M GmbH experiencing such tremendous success?

2015 Mustang, 2017 Raptor F150 Lego Kits Debut in Detroit

By Patrick Rall on January 12, 2016 - 1:38PM

Ford Motor Company announced today at the Detroit Auto Show that the 2015-2016 Mustang and the 2017 Raptor F150 will go on sale in Lego form in March – with both of these cars joining the Lego Speed Champions collection.

Does the 2017 Lexus LC 500 name leave room for an LC F?

By John Goreham on January 12, 2016 - 1:30PM

Lexus' naming convention leads us to believe that LC 500 may not be the top-spec LC.

The Buick Avista is a Stunning High Class Camaro with TT Power

By Patrick Rall on January 12, 2016 - 1:12PM

It has been many moons since the Buick brand has offered up a 2-door car, but the debut of the new Camaro-based Avista Concept at the 2016 North American International Auto Show is clear proof that General Motors has at least considered a new Buick coupe.

Fisker's Force Packs 745 Dodge Viper Horsepower

By Patrick Rall on January 12, 2016 - 11:35AM

Henrik Fisker and Bob Lutz have teamed up to create a unique new American supercar with a custom carbon fiber body wrapped around a Dodge Viper chassis and drivetrain – with 745 horsepower leading to a top speed of 218 miles per hour.

Subaru WRX/STI sets records in 3 global markets

By Denis Flierl on January 12, 2016 - 7:55AM

The 2016 Subaru WRX and WRX STI are popular with performance enthusiasts all over the globe. They help the brand set new records in three global markets.

Why Toyota just dropped $20 million on a 2016 Prius commercial

By John Goreham on January 12, 2016 - 7:24AM

The Superbowl is the top TV sports event of the year, and Prius is the top selling green car.

New M2 makes global debut in Detroit: BMW announces pricing

By Denis Flierl on January 12, 2016 - 6:10AM

The 2016 BMW M2 makes its official world debut at the North American International Auto Show. How much will it cost?

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Dodge Challenger and Charger Plum Crazy Purple Sales Extended, New Stripes Added

By Patrick Rall on January 11, 2016 - 7:15PM

The 2016 Dodge Challenger and 2016 Dodge Charger in Plum Crazy purple proven to be so popular that the Chrysler Group management has decided to extend the order window for this striking exterior shade through the end of this month for most models – from the V6 SCT Plus to the 707hp Hellcat packages.

2017 Honda Ridgeline Ultimate Tailgate Party Platform

By Parks McCants on January 11, 2016 - 1:55PM

With the introduction of 2017 Ridgeline Pickup, Honda comes to the game with the ultimate tailgate party platform.

All-New 2017 LC 500 Luxury Performance Coupe Says Goodbye To Boring

All-New 2017 Lexus LC 500 Luxury Performance Coupe Says Goodbye To Boring

By John Goreham on January 11, 2016 - 1:50PM

The 2017 Lexus LC 500 will be Lexus Flagship Coupe.

If you want to stand out don’t buy the BMW 3 Series

By Denis Flierl on January 11, 2016 - 8:42AM

BMW 3 Series is the most researched car for 2015. If you want to stand out it’s not the car for you.

2016 Toyota Tacoma Beats Chevy Colorado Duramax Diesel

2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Just Beat Chevy Colorado for 4X4 of the Year

By John Goreham on January 11, 2016 - 8:34AM

Petersen’s 4-Wheel and Off-Road 4X4 puts Toyota Tacoma ahead of Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Duramax Diesel.

Subaru settles in oil consumption lawsuit

By Denis Flierl on January 11, 2016 - 8:15AM

Subaru has agreed to settle in the oil consumption lawsuit filed against them in 2014. What will Forester, Outback and Crosstrek owners get in return?

TorqueNews Best of 2015 - The List

By Patrick Rall on January 10, 2016 - 3:37PM

Over the past six days, the writers here at TorqueNews have offered up their favorite vehicles from 2015 including the BMW M4, the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, the VW Golf GTI, the Acura RLX Sport Hybrid, the Alfa Romeo 4C and the new Mazda Miata.

First BMW M2 images emerge ahead of NAIAS

By Denis Flierl on January 10, 2016 - 7:50AM

On the eve of the 2016 BMW M2 world debut, the first photo of the performance coupe is here.

TorqueNews Best of 2015 - BMW M4: 4 reasons you shouldn’t buy one

By Denis Flierl on January 9, 2016 - 6:18AM

The Torque News Best Cars of the Year are all about getting your heart rate up. The BMW M4 will give you a heart attack.

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