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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.

Audi's Q3 Compact Crossover
Compact Q3 Crossover May Be The Secret Of Audi’s Success
By Marc Stern on
Since April, Audi's compact crossover, the Q3, has been a success story. Indeed, it may be the real secret to the automaker's continuing record of success this year.
2017 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid
Porsche Shows You Can Have Your Cake and Eat It With the 2017 Panamera 4 E-Hybrid
By Will Maley on
If you think hybrid vehicles are only built for squeezing every drop of gas, Porsche would like to have word with you.
Toyota first to offer standard safety system
Important Safety System Now Standard On 2017 Toyota RAV 4, Highlander, Corolla, and Avalon
By John Goreham on
Toyota adds forward collision prevention with emergency auto-braking for new model year.
Chevy Bolt range is 238 miles per charge
AT 238 miles per charge, Chevy Bolt ranks as Tesla Model 3 beater
By Mary Conway on
The Chevy Bolt has just been given an EPA-estimated range of 238 miles per charge, which is good news for the automaker which promised to be the first to offer an affordable electric with more than 200 miles of range. GM North America President Alan Batey says “The Bolt EV is a game changer for the electric car segment.”
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Ride Along with the 2017 Camaro ZL1 at the Milford Proving Grounds
By Patrick Rall on
A video has surfaced online from a non-General Motors YouTube account showing what is alleged to be the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 in action on the Milford Proving Grounds, with the video captured via the Performance Data Recorder system – although we don’t get to see a full lap.
2016 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat in Dark Red
Hellcat Dodge Charger Drubs Tesla in C&D Lightning Lap
By Patrick Rall on
Yesterday we reported that the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat had turned the quickest lap among 4-door cars in their years Car & Driver Lightning Lap shootout and after digging deeper into the results of one of the most rigorous track tests in the industry, I found that the Tesla Model S P85D was also in the competition – and it didn’t do very well at all.
Hyundai Sonata Plug-in
Are You Buzzed by the Hyundai Sonata Plug-in?
By Allan Honeyman on
Hyundai has entered the sorta EV sweepstakes with its Sonata hybrid plug-in, and, to a lesser extent the Sonata hybrid. The question is, what is the strategic vision for these vehicles and for Hyundai in general?
Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Autopilot Implications
Tesla and AutoPilot Have Massive Implications
By Allan Honeyman on
Tesla is helping to launch a transformed future. Tesla Motors is best known for being a disruptor of the automotive industry through its popularization of Electric Vehicles now and not thirty years into the future. Its foray into self-driving cars, or autonomous vehicles, may prove to be equally disruptive of the auto industry.
Volvo V90 Cross Country Teaser
Whatcha Hiding Under the Sheet Volvo?
By Will Maley on
In a few days time, Volvo will be revealing the newest member of the 90 Series family, the V90 Cross Country. To prepare for this, the Swedish automaker has been dropping some teasers.
2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017 Nissan Murano, Nissan recall
Nissan Maxima/Murano Recall: NHTSA Says Don’t Park Near Buildings or Cars if This Happens
By Denis Flierl on
Nissan is recalling some Maxima and Murano vehicles because of fire risk. What will happen if the ABS light stays on?
2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door, Reverse Auto Braking
How 2017 Subaru Impreza Reverse Auto Braking Can Prevent a Collision [Video]
By Denis Flierl on
When the all-new 2017 Subaru Impreza arrives, it will feature Reverse Auto Braking. How can it prevent a collision?
Audi Deepens Ties With Chinese Firms To Beef Up Technology Offerings
By Marc Stern on
Audi has abandoned talks with Uber and Google, among others, to pursue closer collaboration with Chinese firms to bring internet technologies to drivers.
Ford's self-driving cars for employees will be a game-changer in 2018
By Mary Conway on
Ford Motor held a huge seminar on automotive trends in Dearborn, Michigan. As part of the presentation, the automaker announced that it plans to have self-driving vehicles as shuttles for employees on the Ford campus by 2018.
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On the road with 2017 Honda Ridgeline Pickup
By Parks McCants on
We spend a week on the road with 2017 Honda Ridgeline Pickup. Does it measure up to Honda’s claims of “best in class?”
2017 ford focus rs
Ford Focus RS, Shelby GT350R Mustang Set Records in 2016 C&D Lightning Lap
By Patrick Rall on
The results for the 2016 Car & Driver Lightning Lap are in and both of the Ford vehicles in the field turned in solid times – with the new Shelby GT350T turning in the 2nd best time ever among American muscle cars and the quickest time ever for the LL2 class while the new Ford Focus RS set the best time ever by a 4-cylinder car in the 10 years of the Lightning Lap shootout.
2017 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross, Chris Atkinson, GRC Atlantic City,
With Lasek and Isachsen Out, Will Atkinson be the Next GRC Star for Subaru?
By Denis Flierl on
Lasek and Isachsen are out, Higgins and Atkinson are in for Red Bull GRC Seattle. Is Subaru grooming Atkinson to be the next GRC star?
2017 corvette grand sport
Corvette Grand Sport, Camaro 1LE Shine in Car & Driver Lightning Lap
By Patrick Rall on
The folks at Car & Driver have published the results of their 2016 Lightning Lap tests at Virginia International Raceway and among the most impressive cars on the track were the new Corvette Grand Sport and both of the new 1LE Camaros – with the V6 model nearly matching the new all-wheel drive Ford Focus RS.
Dodge Challenger GT AWD Concept
Hellcat Owners Polled on All Wheel Drive Challenger Interest
By Patrick Rall on
After all of the talk about the All-Wheel Drive Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat in the past two weeks, I polled the folks on the large Hellcat Group and asked if they would have gotten an AWD Hellcat when they purchased their cars, and the results were pretty evenly split between the “yes” and “no” camps.
2017 Lexus RX 350 vs. Lincoln MKX
2017 Lexus RX 350 AWD vs. Lincoln MKX AWD 2.7 Ecoboost Reserve – Which Crossover Is Best For You?
By John Goreham on
We compare the leading premium crossover, the Lexus RX 350, with the Lincoln MKX to see which might be right for you.
2017 Nissan Sentra SR Turbo, 2017 Nissan Sentra, 2017 Nissan Rogue
7 Features Will Make the 2017 Nissan SR Turbo More Fun for Driving Enthusiasts
By Denis Flierl on
Nissan unveiled the all-new 2017 Sentra SR Turbo in Miami. Seven features will make it fun for driving enthusiasts.
Rolls-Royce Project Cullinan
Rolls-Royce: Don't Call the Cullinan An SUV, Not Planning To Do A Smaller Vehicle
By Will Maley on
Rolls-Royce is one of the few automakers that can get away with calling a type of vehicle something else.
2017 Subaru WRX, Subaru WRX S4
Why Top Japan Cup Cycle Road Race Teams Choose Subaru WRX S4
By Denis Flierl on
What cars do the top 2016 Japan Cup Cycle Road Race teams choose to support their pro cyclists? Subaru’s WRX S4 and Levorg 2.0 GT-S.
2016 Subaru WRX STI, 2017 Subaru WRX STI, WRC
Subaru WRX STI Gets Best-to-Date Podium Finish in Australia
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru do 2016 WRX STI driven by Molly Taylor achieved their best result to date. How close are they to the leaders?
2017 Mercedes-AMG SL65
AMG Is Helping Out With Next-Generation Mercedes-Benz SL
By Will Maley on
The current Mercedes-Benz SL has just gone through a refresh, but that doesn't mean Mercedes isn't hard at work on the next-generation. In fact, it has called in its performance arm to help out.
2017 Subaru WRX, 2017 Subaru WRX STI, Rocky Mountain Subaru Festival 2016
Subaru Shines at Rocky Mountain Subaru Festival 2016 [Full Gallery]
By Denis Flierl on
Both the sun and Subaru were shining bright at the Rocky Mountain Subaru Festival 2016.
Ram Truck brand is reaching out to Spanish speaking buyers
By Mary Conway on
Ram Truck is rolling out new ads this week to target Spanish speaking buyers. The ads focus on hardworking people who are their own bosses. The ads will run on Telemundo and UniMas, in both the U.S. and Mexico.
Ford makes big investments in autonomous vehicles and mobility
By Mary Conway on
Ford announced several investments this week in technology for self-driving cars. It also is going to provide shuttles and bikes for several major metropolitan areas. The shuttle service will start in San Francisco.
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2017 Acura NSX GT3: Why is RealTime Racing’s Peter Cunningham Smiling?
By Parks McCants on
Granted, Peter Cunningham may be the most amiable team owner and driver engaged in Pirelli World Challenge Series racing. He has a lot to smile about these days.
2017 Nissan Sentra SR Turbo, 2017 Nissan Sentra, 2017 Nissan Rogue
Hot 2017 Nissan Sentra SR Turbo is Unveiled in Miami
By Denis Flierl on
Nissan is rolling out new models in Miami. What’s next? A hot new 2017 Nissan Sentra SR Turbo variant.
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Acura injects a bit of ‘Wow’ factor into every 2017 MDX SUV [Video]
By Parks McCants on
Well actually, I’m not quite sure what Acura’s going for in its latest MDX commercial
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