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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.

How 2015 Subaru Crosstrek beats all the small crossover/SUV competition

By Denis Flierl on October 18, 2015 - 6:56AM

The 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek clinches first place in autos.ca subcompact crossover and SUV comparison. What eight top models did Crosstrek beat?

Video: Behind the scenes look at the new 2016 BMW M2

By Denis Flierl on October 18, 2015 - 6:36AM

It took a large team of BMW M engineers to bring the new 2016 BMW M2 to life. Check out the behind the scenes video as they describe its development.

Higgins and Drew achieve perfect season in the 2015 Subaru WRX STI

By Denis Flierl on October 18, 2015 - 6:17AM

David Higgins and Craig Drew pulled off a perfect season in the 2015 Subaru WRX STI at LSPR.

2016 Honda Civic ready to roll, NJ dealership shares order list

By Parks McCants on October 16, 2015 - 5:56PM

Thanks to tipster Michael Accardi, 2016 Civic fans now have a realistic estimate of the dealership E.T.A. of Honda’s next best seller.

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO Final Edition

Video: #0001 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO Final Edition arrives in the U.S.

By Denis Flierl on October 16, 2015 - 4:54PM

Watch as the first 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO Final Edition #0001 arrives in the U.S. What special sendoff is Mitsubishi giving to EVO fans?

The Corvette Z06 Class Action Suit Clarified

By Patrick Rall on October 16, 2015 - 1:27PM

A class action suit has been filed against General Motors by a group of Chevrolet Corvette Z06 owners due to some problems with the LS7 engine, but some outlets are reporting the lawsuit in a way that has led some to believe that the new C7 Corvette Z06 with the LT4 engine is involved – but this lawsuit only pertains to the C6 Corvette Z06.

3 Go-Fast 2015 F150 Pickups Teased Ahead of SEMA

By Patrick Rall on October 16, 2015 - 12:58PM

The 2015 SEMA Show is less than a month away and today we have a look at three of the customized 2015 Ford F150 pickups that will help fill the Motor Company’s huge display in the Las Vegas Convention Center – with two intended for on-road fun while the other will go fast on almost any surface.

Video: Why Subaru let customers trash 2017 Subaru Forester prototype

By Denis Flierl on October 16, 2015 - 9:23AM

Why did Subaru let average consumers do testing on the 2017 Forester prototype before it's production-ready?

How BMW M2 rolls off the assembly line track ready

By Denis Flierl on October 16, 2015 - 8:00AM

The new 2016 BMW M2 is here and it’s track-ready. How did BMW M GmbH development engineers do it?

Ride Along in the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS at MIS (Video)

By Patrick Rall on October 15, 2015 - 5:23PM

A video has surfaced online showing the in-car footage of a ride along in the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS, giving us a chance to experience the next generation GM muscle car from a sort of first-person perspective – while also allowing us to hear the LT1’s roar from the cabin.

Ford Mustang is the Most Talked About 1st Car Online

By Patrick Rall on October 15, 2015 - 3:59PM

A recent study found that on the popular social media app Instagram, the Ford Mustang was the most commonly posted vehicle in discussions about users’ first car – with a handful of foreign compact cars and the Chevrolet Camaro falling in line behind the mighty Mustang.

What Might Happen to the Dodge Viper After 2017?

By Patrick Rall on October 15, 2015 - 1:22PM

According to the folks at Allpar, the Conner Avenue Plant where the Dodge Viper is built will be shuttered after the 2017 Viper production ends – but is this the end of the Dodge Viper or the end of the Viper having its own production facility?

Acura drives home message of safety priority throughout the entire lineup

By Parks McCants on October 15, 2015 - 11:12AM

Next weekend, NFL fans will watch the most emotionally driven thought provoking video produced in Acura history. The message is clear and thought provoking.

Video: Can the 2015 Subaru WRX STI break a 28 year old rally record?

By Denis Flierl on October 15, 2015 - 7:39AM

Will David Higgins and Craig Drew break a 28 year-old rally record this weekend in the 2015 Subaru WRX STI?

How BMW uses M3/M4 technology to dial up performance in the new M2

By Denis Flierl on October 15, 2015 - 7:26AM

BMW pumps up the performance in the new 2016 M2 Coupe. How did they use the M3/M4 technology to do it?

2016 Honda Civic showcases ‘Si’ inspired design DNA

By Parks McCants on October 14, 2015 - 5:16PM

2016 Honda Civic provokes thoughts of “Si” inspired drive performance while sitting in the parked position.

Watch a 2015 Corvette Z06 Outrun a Lamborghini Gallardo Super Trofeo Stradale

By Patrick Rall on October 14, 2015 - 3:59PM

A new video has hit the pages of YouTube showing s 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 besting the Lamborghini Gallardo LP570 4 Super Trofeo Stradale on a long, high speed run – with cameras on both cars showing this clash of modern titans.

How Much Power Does the Hellcat Challenger Lose When Hot?

By Patrick Rall on October 14, 2015 - 2:03PM

We discussed the new Diablosport tuning packages for the Dodge Challenger and Charger with the SRT Hellcat Hemi yesterday and while we focused on the big power levels reached with the engine tuning upgrade, another interesting piece of information was how much power the blown beast loses when getting a little warm.

The Raptor F150 Should Lead to a New Taurus SHO

By Patrick Rall on October 14, 2015 - 11:46AM

The 2017 Ford F150 SVT Raptor will feature by a new, high performance version of the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 which is expected to yield somewhere in the area of 450 horsepower and once this new, beefier version of the long-popular EcoBoost V6 has hit the streets in the new SVT pickup – the Ford Taurus SHO should be the next in line to get a higher output twin turbo V6.

Introducing the new 2016 BMW M2 with impressive performance

By Denis Flierl on October 14, 2015 - 7:43AM

BMW introduces the all-new 2016 M2 Coupe. How much power will the high-performance coupe be producing?

Subaru Impreza has best compact car lease deal in America

By Denis Flierl on October 14, 2015 - 7:25AM

Check out the lease deal on the 2015 Subaru Impreza. Is it the best compact lease deal in America in October?

Next Hyundai Genesis Coupe Could Feature AWD, Twin Turbo Power

By Patrick Rall on October 13, 2015 - 4:48PM

The folks at Hyundai are working on the next generation Genesis Coupe and based on some reports out of Korea, the next Gen Coupe could pack some serious upgrades to help it better compete with the American muscle cars – like a twin turbocharged V6 and all-wheel drive.

The 350hp Ford Focus RS has 'Stall Recovery" for Unskilled Drivers

By Patrick Rall on October 13, 2015 - 1:00PM

Ford Motor Company has announced that the 2016 Focus RS will officially feature 350 horsepower and 350lb-ft of torque, but more importantly, the wicked hot hatch will feature a new “stall recovery system” that will make dealing with the clutch pedal a little less painful for unskilled drivers.

Diablosport Takes the Hellcat Dodge Challenger, Charger to 700rwhp

By Patrick Rall on October 13, 2015 - 10:57AM

The tuning experts at Diablosport have finally finished their packages for the Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger with the 6.2L Hellcat Hemi – lifting the wheel horsepower up over the 700 horsepower mark at the push of a button.

2017 Subaru Impreza, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

2 big reasons why Subaru will stay small and mighty

By Denis Flierl on October 13, 2015 - 8:35AM

Subaru brings the VIZIV Concept and Impreza Concept to the Tokyo Motor Show. What’s next for Subaru’s Impreza and Crosstrek hybrid power?

How BMW celebrates 30th anniversary of the M3

By Denis Flierl on October 13, 2015 - 8:09AM

The 2016 BMW M4 GTS makes its Asian debut at the Tokyo Motor Show. How does BMW celebrate the 30th anniversary of the M3?

6 option packs offered on Subaru WRX STI NR4 for motorsport enthusiasts

By Denis Flierl on October 13, 2015 - 7:58AM

Subaru Australia has unveiled the latest addition to its motorsport armory, the 2016 Subaru WRX STI NR4. Why so many options?

Nissan Titan XD Takes Top Honors at Texas Truck Rodeo

By Aaron Turpen on October 13, 2015 - 2:59AM

Every year, the Texas Auto Writers Association hosts its annual Texas Truck Rodeo, whose awards have become one of the most important accolades for pickup trucks and sport utilities. This year, all of the top awards for pickup trucks went to the Titan XD in its press ride-and-drive debut.

Final 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, Z06 Production Numbers

By Patrick Rall on October 12, 2015 - 5:20PM

The 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and Z06 are on sale now and with the 2015 model year being wrapped up, our Chevy dealership friend has sent over the final production numbers for the 2015 Corvette in Stingray, Z06, Coupe and Convertible form.

Galpin’s SEMA Show 2016 Acura ILX Teaser is stunning

By Parks McCants on October 12, 2015 - 2:06PM

With a tweak or two as to rim design, ground effects, and a stunning body color application, Galpin Auto Sports in partnership with Acura, will smack BMW and Lexus fans with a thought provoking custom 2016 ILX A-SPEC

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