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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.

Hellcat Charger and Challenger at Woodward
Hellcat Voucher Makes the 2016 Challenger, Charger Far Less Expensive
By Patrick Rall on
Now that we know the pricing for the 2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and the 2016 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat along with knowing the voucher value for the cancelled 2015 orders – it is clear that the Chrysler Group went the extra mile in making things right for those buyers who couldn’t get a Hellcat car in 2015.
2016_Acura_RDX_MDX
Acura lineup sweeps NHTSA 5 Star safety rating
By Parks McCants on
2016 Acura RDX earns National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) overall 5 tar safety rating, This gives Acura a 5 star safety rating across the entire lineup; the only luxury nameplate in 2015 to do so.
2015 Subaru Impreza
How the 2015 Subaru Impreza makes 3 impressive Top-10 lists
By Denis Flierl on
The 2015 Subaru Impreza sometimes gets lost in the Subaru lineup after siblings Forester and Outback get all the press. How did Impreza make 3 Top-Ten lists?
Toyota Prius fun facts ahead of the all-new 2016 reveal
Toyota Prius fun facts ahead of the all-new 2016 reveal
By John Goreham on
The all-new 2016 Prius will be revealed to journalists on September 8th in Las Vegas. Here are a few Prius facts some other publications may leave out of their announcement.
2016 Lexus GS 200t 33 mpg highway
Two Reasons Lexus is Turning to a Turbo on the 2016 Lexus GS 200t
By John Goreham on
We discuss Lexus' moving to turbo engines with Dr. LT, TN reader, contributor, and owner of three Lexus cars.
2016 Mazda CX-3 tops in Car and Driver Comparison Testing
2016 Mazda CX-3 tops in Car and Driver Comparison Testing
By John Goreham on
Car and Driver tests the field and finds the all-new CX-3 the best small crossover on the market. Here’s why.
Build Your 2016 Ford Mustang GT California Special Online Now
By Patrick Rall on
The 2016 Ford Mustang configurator has gone live on Ford.com and the key addition to the 2016 build options is the arrival of the newest California Special package – which adds a collection of unique appearance goodies for $1,995.
2016 Viper ACR
Viper ACR, Corvette Z06 Nurburgring Battle Set for 2016, Records Will Fall
By Patrick Rall on
The Nürburgring battle between the new Dodge Viper ACR and the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 will almost surely take place in 2016, after the track management has had a chance to smooth out a portion of the track which will then allow them to lift the speed limit through certain sections – which could also lead to new track records.
2016 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Forester, 2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek
Guess where Subaru sets Guinness record for largest parade of their vehicles in the world
By Denis Flierl on
This past weekend, Subaru set a new world record by staging the biggest parade of Subaru cars anywhere in the world. Can you guess where?
2016_Honda_Accord_Coupe
2016 Honda Accord: Better, or simply different?
By Parks McCants on
With all the (highly qualified) hype heaped upon the news feeds by auto reviewers like myself, sometimes it’s a bit tough to measure the positive attributes of a new model offering, as measured against existing inventory: in rolls the 2016 Honda Accord.
2015_Honda_Civic_EX
Last Drive: We bid farewell to the 9th gen 2015 Honda EX
By Parks McCants on
With 2016 Honda Civic coming off the line in late October, is now the time to purchase Honda’s finest Civic built to date? Looking to the “ Honda Summer Clearance Event,” we hear that dealers are “Dealing!”
Focus ST
275hp, 296tq for the Focus ST from Ford Performance
By Patrick Rall on
The Ford Focus ST is one of the hottest hatchbacks sold in the US market, but with new competition offering new power levels, Ford Performance has teamed up with Mountune to create a warranty-friendly upgrade package for the Focus ST that lifts the output to 275 horsepower and 296lb-ft of torque.
2015 hellcat challenger
Official 2016 Hellcat Challenger, Charger Pricing (Updated)
By Patrick Rall on
While there has been no official word from the Chrysler corporate offices, what appears to be the pricing for the 2016 Dodge Charger and Challenger SRT Hellcat models has arrived online and if these are accurate, the price increases for the 707hp muscle cars is a bit smaller than we had expected – and there appears to be new standard equipment to offset that price hike.
1975 BMW 3.0 CSL, 2016 BMW 3 Series
How BMW will celebrate 100 year anniversary
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2016 BMW 3 Series is the top seller for the brand around the globe. What did BMW start building 100 years ago?
2016 Subaru WRX, 2016 Subaru WRX STI, 2016 Subaru BRZ
2016 Subaru WRX STI Hyper Blue will be even more exclusive in Australia
By Denis Flierl on
Australia will get a very limited number of the 2016 Subaru WRX and WRX STI and BRZ Hyper Blue models. How exclusive will they be?
mustang rocket speedster
Fiskers Ford Mustang Rocket Speedster Looks Great, Still Seats 4
By Patrick Rall on
This past weekend at the Pebble Beach Concours event, the drop-top version of Henrik Fisker’s Ford Mustang Rocket debuted, with this new Rocket Speedster adding a unique aero panel behind the front seats, but doing so without losing the functionality of the roof or the rear seats.
hellcat challenger 10008
New Quickest Hellcat Challenger Runs 10.00
By Patrick Rall on
A new claim has been posted online for the quickest Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat on the quarter mile, with this latest record setting muscle car laying down an awesome 10.008 run with a fairly short modification list – but we are still without a 9 second quarter mile Hellcat run.
2016 Toyota Tacoma V6 Towing vs. Chevy Colorado Diesel Duramax
2016 Toyota Tacoma V6 Towing vs. Chevy Colorado Diesel Duramax
By John Goreham on
The 2016 Chevy Colorado Diesel and Toyota Tacoma V6 gasoline specifications are in. It’s closer than you think.
2015 Toyota RAV 4 XLE AWD vs. Jeep Patriot Latitude 4X4
2015 Toyota RAV 4 XLE AWD vs. Jeep Patriot Latitude 4X4 – Which to buy
By John Goreham on
Two 5-passenger vehicles that can turn all four wheels when necessary. Same price but opposite personalities.
2016 Subaru Outback
Where you can still get a 6-speed manual in the 2016 Subaru Outback
By Denis Flierl on
The 2016 Subaru Outback gets a feature that U.S. buyers won’t ever see. Where can you still get a 6-speed manual Outback?
2016 Toyota Tacoma Engine Specs and Fuel Economy Numbers
2016 Toyota Tacoma Engine Specs and Fuel Economy Numbers
By John Goreham on
The all-new Tacoma has finally be revealed. Here are the numbers you’ve been waiting for.
2016 Subaru WRX
2016 Subaru WRX takes runner up in Best Buys list
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru’s 2016 WRX gets mentioned as a top 3 pick for Car Guide’s Best Buy, Sports Car and Coupes under 50K. Who wins the top spot?
Ken Block, #43 Hoonigan Racing Division Ford Fiesta ST
Ken Block gets 5th podium extends GRC points lead in Wash., DC
By Denis Flierl on
Ken Block in the #43 Hoonigan Racing Division Ford Fiesta ST rolled into Washington, DC as the points leader and after the race he extended his lead.
New_Acura_NSX
2016 Acura NSX launch scrapped until Q2, 2016
By Parks McCants on
Unfortunately, NSX is quickly becoming the “Boy that cried wolf” story of the supercar world. What’s going on with NSX now?
Nissan LEAF
Millions of Miles of Range In A Standard Nissan LEAF
By Douglas Stansfield on
What if you could drive from Maine to Florida and not even need to stop for a charge while driving your Nissan Leaf. Forget about all the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) that has been installed by Tesla for their Model S Electric Car. Technology is scheduled to be tested in England that will enable just that. Long Distance travel with no stops for charging.
2016 Subaru Outback
Why 2016 Subaru Outback is named “Best Buy” 7 years running
By Denis Flierl on
The 2016 Subaru Outback is named a “Best Buy” for the seventh straight year. What keeps Outback on the annual list?
Acura_NSX_Nouvelle_Blue
Update: 2016 Acura NSX color and trim specifications
By Parks McCants on
2016 Acura NSX takes Monterey Car Week by storm with 3 NSX color and trim variants on display for all to view.
CarShare University promo
Nissan Has a Coupe in Team Up With Enterprise CarShare
By Aaron Turpen on
Enterprise has announced that its CarShare rental program for universities will use Nissan vehicles exclusively.
Matthew Simmons, Winner of 2015 GT Academy
GT Academy 2015 Wraps Up, Winner Announced
By Aaron Turpen on
The Nissan PlayStation GT Academy International Race Camp took place at Silverstone with competitors going from game-winners to race track stars. Mentoring and judging took place after a final race between contestants found a winner.
2016 Lexus LX 570
2016 Lexus LX 570 gets safety updates a new look and more
By John Goreham on
Lexus largest SUV makes a leap forward in technology.
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