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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.

Why Subaru needs to build this luxury WRX STI S207 SporVita: Gallery

By Denis Flierl on October 29, 2015 - 6:47AM

Subaru needs a 328hp WRX STI S207 with the luxury cabin from the Subaru WRX S4 SporVita. Will Subaru ever build one?

Hellcat Dodge Charger Coming to Hot Wheels for 2016

By Patrick Rall on October 28, 2015 - 2:34PM

The folks at Mattel got in on the popularity of the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat for 2015 and according to a Hot Wheels collectors website, the Hellcat Charger will be the next new Dodge SRT product to hit the toy car world – although like the Challenger, the Charger toy won’t actually sport the Hellcat name.

2016 Honda Civic leads compact segment in power and fuel efficiency

By Parks McCants on October 28, 2015 - 2:08PM

For 2016, Honda Civic comes out swinging with superior horsepower, torque and fuel economy. It's what's under Honda's hood that sets Civic well above the competition.

2016 Nissan Altima rolls off the factory floor

2016 Nissan Altima Gets Pricing, Enters Production in Tennessee

By Aaron Turpen on October 28, 2015 - 1:45PM

Production on the 2016 Nissan Altima sedan began in Smyrna, Tennessee and pricing for the significantly refreshed car has been announced ahead of it's entry into dealerships next month.

High-performance BMW M4 GTS will make U.S. debut in LA

By Denis Flierl on October 28, 2015 - 8:25AM

The all-new 2016 BMW M4 GTS will make its North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show 2015. When will it launch in the U.S.?

Subaru Impreza Concept hints at sporty future for the brand: Full gallery

By Denis Flierl on October 28, 2015 - 7:32AM

Subaru unveils the Impreza 5-Door Concept at the Tokyo Motor Show 2015. What does it reveal about the direction for the brand?

Exclusive 2016 Subaru WRX STI S207 unveiled at Tokyo Motor Show

By Denis Flierl on October 28, 2015 - 6:29AM

STI unveils the 2016 Subaru WRX STI S207 at the Tokyo Motor Show. How much more hp does the Japan-only STI get?

2016 Acura RDX voted 'Favorite Compact Premium Crossover'

By Parks McCants on October 27, 2015 - 5:50PM

2016 Acura RDX is the highest safety rated award winning premium compact SUV in North America. But, is this compact 2-row SUV fun to drive?

2016 Dodge Challenger and Charger in Dealers Now - Including the Hellcat

By Patrick Rall on October 27, 2015 - 3:36PM

We have been getting questions about when the Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger for the 2016 model year will arrive in dealerships around the country and we have positive confirmation that the 2016 Hellcat Challenger is being delivered and sold at dealerships around the country.

4 More EcoBoost Mustang Show Cars Teased Before SEMA

By Patrick Rall on October 27, 2015 - 3:09PM

We have already had an early look at a 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost with 900 horsepower which will certainly be a showstopper at the 2015 SEMA Show, and today we bring you a look at four other new EcoBoost Mustang show cars that will help fill Ford’s huge indoor display.

2016 Camaro Begins Shipping to Dealers This Week

By Patrick Rall on October 27, 2015 - 12:31PM

General Motors announced yesterday afternoon that production of the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro is well underway and the first examples of the 6th gen muscle car will ship from the factory in Lansing, Michigan to dealerships around the country – meaning that those folks who put money down for a new model could be driving their new Camaro within the next couple of weeks.

Is your ride part of this huge new Toyota recall?

Check to see if your ride is part of this huge new Toyota recall

By John Goreham on October 27, 2015 - 11:34AM

Toyota is recalling RAV4, Camry, Corolla, Highlander, Tundra, and many more vehicles.

Broken suspension doesn’t stop Subaru WRX STI at Pacific Forest Rally

By Denis Flierl on October 27, 2015 - 7:50AM

The 2015 Subaru WRX STI was the car to beat at Pacific Forest Rally in Merritt, B.C. this past weekend. How did the STI win in Canada?

Range-topping performance 2016 Forester tS is headed to Australia

By Denis Flierl on October 27, 2015 - 7:12AM

The 2016 Subaru Forester tS is headed to the Australia market for performance enthusiasts. How many will they get?

Chrysler 300, Ram Rebel Joining AWD Challenger at SEMA

By Patrick Rall on October 26, 2015 - 3:47PM

This past Friday, the Chrysler Group teased a few of the vehicles that they are bringing to SEMA and while we were enamored with the prospect of an all-wheel drive Dodge Challenger – there were also teasers of what appear to be the Chrysler 300, the Ram 1500 Rebel and a Fiat 500X which will join the AWD muscle car in the huge Mopar display.

Acura publishes full specifications for 2017 NSX Supercar

By Parks McCants on October 26, 2015 - 3:44PM

Alright, it looks like we’ll actually be sitting in the cockpit of Acura’s Halo Car sooner than later.

The Next Cobra Jet Mustang - It's Coming (Video)

By Patrick Rall on October 26, 2015 - 2:18PM

Ford Motor Company rolled out a video this morning teasing what is almost surely the next generation Ford Mustang Cobra Jet race car – with the promise of “big performance news is in store for the 2015 SEMA Show”.

2016 Camaro SS Black Accent Package Concept

Two More 2016 Camaro Concepts Arrive Ahead of SEMA

By Patrick Rall on October 26, 2015 - 12:36PM

General Motors has released information and images of two more customized 2016 Camaro Concepts headed to the 2015 SEMA Show in Las Vegas – with both of these being production-friendly packages that owners can create from the GM performance catalog.

Lexus begins building its top-selling ES 350 in Kentucky

By John Goreham on October 26, 2015 - 8:54AM

Toyota and Lexus continue to in-source in America.

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Launch Edition Review - As Told By the Owner

By John Goreham on October 26, 2015 - 8:34AM

LeRoy Dennison is one of the lucky few that pre-ordered a Launch Edition Miata. Here's what he thinks of the car after about 2,000 miles.

How Subaru will free up production space for the hot-selling WRX/STI

By Denis Flierl on October 26, 2015 - 7:59AM

Subaru is pumping out the 2016 WRX/STI performance sedans as fast as they can. How will they keep up with global demand?

How the 2017 Impreza was developed from Subaru's 1000 platform

By Denis Flierl on October 26, 2015 - 7:48AM

50 years ago, Fuji Heavy Industries, (FHI) unveiled the new Subaru 1000 at the 12th Tokyo Motor Show on October 21, 1965. How is its platform related to the new 2017 Impreza?

2016 Civic takes Pedestrian Impact Safety to new levels

By Parks McCants on October 25, 2015 - 4:38PM

Granted no one that we know of wishes to collide with a pedestrian or cyclist on their daily commute. Guess what, it happens every 8 minutes

The Year of Honda continues with 2015 SEMA Show Las Vegas

By Parks McCants on October 25, 2015 - 3:46PM

2015 “The Year of Honda” continues at 2015 SEMA Show Las Vegas with a couple of exciting reveals.

Video: Take a fast lap in the BMW M2 around the Salzburgring

By Denis Flierl on October 25, 2015 - 7:11AM

Get a 360 degree view of the all-new 2016 BMW M2 as it gets tested on the Salzburgring. Who is the driver Augusto Farfus who’s behind the wheel?

2016 Subaru Forester, 2016 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Crosstrek

Why the cost of a used Subaru Forester is about to go up

By Denis Flierl on October 25, 2015 - 7:02AM

The cost of a used Subaru Forester could be going up in the U.S. because of the demand for the cars in Cambodia. Why are they about to be scarce here?

Higgins’ 2015 WRX STI gets special livery for Rally GB

By Denis Flierl on October 24, 2015 - 6:46AM

David Higgins had a special Rally America season by going undefeated. Now he gets a chance to go back home to Rally GB in a special 2015 Subaru WRX STI.

Upsized 2016 Honda Civic lighter than outgoing sedan

By Parks McCants on October 23, 2015 - 8:20PM

It’s that Honda engineering magic that keeps driving the lineup to new sales records. How does Honda up-size Civic while reducing weight?

Petty Edition Mustang GT will Challenge the Hellcat

By Patrick Rall on October 23, 2015 - 2:51PM

Ford Motor Company announced this morning that a new limited edition version of the Mustang GT – named the King Edition – will offer 727 horsepower in its most powerful form and in announcing this new package, Ford took a direct shot at Dodge’s Hellcat cars with “only” 707 horsepower.

Dodge Might Bring an All Wheel Drive Challenger to SEMA

By Patrick Rall on October 23, 2015 - 1:19PM

The Chrysler Group offered up a few teaser images ahead of the 2015 SEMA Show and one picture shows the back of a new Dodge Challenger with GT and all-wheel drive badging, leading us to believe that the Mopar crew is bringing an all-wheel drive muscle car to SEMA.

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