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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.

Subaru customers in Russia prove it pays to be the squeaky wheel

By Denis Flierl on July 4, 2015 - 7:56AM

Because customers requests are so high, Subaru Motor in Russia will now offer another 2015 Outback model. What happened in Russia?

28th Annual Z Car Convention Coming as #NISMOroadtrip Calls for Nissan Fans

By Aaron Turpen on July 3, 2015 - 7:00PM

Nissan is issuing a call to action for fans, looking for enthusiasts to join the #NISMOroadtrip to Memphis, Tennessee for the annual Z Car Convention and showcase, with cars and coffee meetups along the way.

Do you own a BMW? Better carry a case of oil in your trunk

By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2015 - 8:12AM

According to Consumer Reports, the BMW 5 Series V8 engines are 27 times more likely to burn excessive oil. What other models from BMW top the list?

2016 Honda HR-V AWD off road drive time [Video]

By Parks McCants on July 2, 2015 - 7:25PM

Honda’s 2016 Fit platformed HR-V crossover was a sales success the day it hit the dealership showroom. To date, 14,000 + happy crossover drivers have opted for HR-V. But how does HR-V perform when driven off-road?

New Ford Mustang Stomps Camaro, Challenger in Slow June

By Patrick Rall on July 2, 2015 - 11:58AM

Even though sales were down across the entire muscle car segment, the new Ford Mustang continued to post gigantic sales numbers – once again crushing both the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger in June 2015 sales.

General Lee Dodge Charger Ripped from TV Amidst Flag Debacle

By Patrick Rall on July 2, 2015 - 11:13AM

After Warner Bros announced that they would stop selling any General Lee Dodge Charger toys due to the Confederate flag appearing on the roof, the final two channels airing reruns of The Dukes of Hazzard have both removed the show from their schedule in the ongoing effort to eradicate the flag from the American landscape.

Subaru Forester, Impreza, Legacy, Outback

These 4 Subarus make CR's top 30 new vehicles list that burn the most oil

By Denis Flierl on July 2, 2015 - 8:38AM

Subaru has an oil consumption lawsuit pending and there is new info revealed from Consumer Reports that says they have 4 new vehicles that burn excessive oil. What are the vehicles?

2016 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Forester, 2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek

What is driving hot Subaru Forester, Outback, XV Crosstrek and WRX/STI sales?

By Denis Flierl on July 2, 2015 - 7:39AM

The new 2016 Forester, Outback and WRX/STI are just arriving and the 2015 models are having a record month. What is driving sales?

Portal vehicles drive American Honda into positive June sales report

By Parks McCants on July 1, 2015 - 6:13PM

As they say: “The market has spoken,” taking American Honda Motors portal market SUV and crossovers to a record June with a surprise or two.

Acura reports astounding 38.6 % June sales increase.

By Parks McCants on July 1, 2015 - 4:39PM

As they say: “The market has spoken,” taking American Honda Motors built SUV and crossovers to a record June with a surprise or two.

Look for a 2017 Camaro Z28 to Arrive Next Year

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2015 - 2:13PM

Now that we have met the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro in both coupe and convertible form, a great many readers are asking what is coming next so today, I look at what we can expect next for the 6th gen Camaro and when the next big Camaro news might drop.

Dodge Should Sell 12,000+ Hellcat Challengers, Chargers through 2016

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2015 - 1:33PM

Based on the recent news that the Dodge brand is planning to substantially increase production of the Hellcat Hemi in 2016, it is very realistic to believe that the company could sell upwards of 10,000 examples of the 707 horsepower Challenger and Charger.

Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang Conquers Goodwood

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2015 - 12:06PM

This past weekend, the new Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang made an unusual first track appearance, as the Top Gear’s Stig blasted along the course of the Goodwood Hill Climb – looking and sounding incredible in the process.

Series.Hyper.Blue 2016 WRX STI and 2016 BRZ

Beyond the color what’s special about new Series.Hyper.Blue WRX STI and BRZ?

By Denis Flierl on July 1, 2015 - 11:08AM

Exclusive Series.Hyper.Blue 2016 WRX STI and 2016 BRZ models are coming soon. What is special about these limited edition models?

What future safety tech is coming on the 2017 Subaru WRX/STI?

By Denis Flierl on July 1, 2015 - 8:12AM

The 2016 Subaru WRX S4 / WRX STI Type S get more improvements. What new high-tech features will the performance sedans have in the future?

June in review: A SUV crossover-drive-fest Honda style [Video]

By Parks McCants on June 30, 2015 - 1:46PM

2015 is being called “The Year of Honda,” for good reason. When the smoke clears, the entire lineup from Fit to NSX will be reinvented.

Worst to First: Dodge Viper Wins at Watkins Glen

By Patrick Rall on June 30, 2015 - 12:57PM

After the ViperExchange.com/TI Automotive/Riley Motorsports Dodge Viper fell just short of finishing the 24 Hours of LeMans race a few weeks back, the #93 Viper started at the back of the field, but the trio of Goossens, Carter and Lawrence was able to fight their way to the front of the class for the team’s second win of 2015.

Camaro Spoils Shelby GT350R-C Mustang Racing Debut

By Patrick Rall on June 30, 2015 - 11:51AM

The new Ford Shelby GT350R-C Mustang race car made its competition debut this past weekend at Watkins Glen, but after qualifying at the front of the field, the debut of the new Shelby race car was spoiled as fans were forced to watch a Chevrolet Camaro Z28 win the race under caution.

U.S. sports tourer fans can only look at 2016 Subaru Levorg GT [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 30, 2015 - 7:43AM

Subaru has announced the new 2016 Levorg is headed to the UK this fall. What model will the UK get?

First look: STI announces 2016 Subaru BRZ tS [full picture gallery]

By Denis Flierl on June 30, 2015 - 7:17AM

STI announces a new 2016 Subaru BRZ tS which will be available today in Japan. What is special about the new BRZ tS?

2 New Models Join the Dodge Challenger Lineup

By Patrick Rall on June 29, 2015 - 1:29PM

This past weekend, the Chrysler Group’s Mopar division unveiled their two newest models based on the Dodge Challenger – with the Drag Pak 354 and the Drag Pak 426 prepared to battle the quickest factory-built race cars from Ford and Chevrolet.

How Hennessey Transforms the Ford F250 into a 650hp SUV

By Patrick Rall on June 29, 2015 - 10:35AM

The folks at Hennessey Performance have created a new package for the Ford F250 Super Duty that transforms one of the toughest trucks on the market into one of the biggest, baddest SUVs on the market – with power levels topping 650 horsepower for the gas engine and 880lb-ft of torque for those with the PowerStroke diesel.

Subaru Impreza WRX STI, Subaru WRX STI hatchback

780hp Subaru Impreza Gobstopper II wins Goodwood shootout [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 29, 2015 - 8:27AM

A Subaru Impreza WRX STI with 780hp wows the crowd at Goodwood Festival of Speed. How fast was the Subaru?

Next-generation Subaru BRZ/Scion FR-S is coming and anything is possible

By Denis Flierl on June 29, 2015 - 8:13AM

Rumors abound for what is next for the next-generation Subaru BRZ, Scion FR-S and Toyota GT86. What is Subaru saying?

What is unique about new range topping Special Edition 2016 Toyota GT86 Blanco?

By Denis Flierl on June 29, 2015 - 8:02AM

A new special edition 2016 Toyota GT86 will be offered around the globe and it will sit at the top of the range. What sets this sports coupe apart?

Why Isle of Man is the perfect test for 2015 Subaru WRX STI NR4

By Denis Flierl on June 27, 2015 - 7:44AM

Mark Higgins takes the new 2015 Subaru WRX STI NR4 and runs it hard at Isle of Man TT. What did he have to say about the new rally-ready sedan?

Mazda Miata may underpin next Scion FR-S

Rumor Mill Has Next Toyota/Scion FR-S Using Mazda Miata Platform

By John Goreham on June 26, 2015 - 3:06PM

A new rumor has the Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ using the Mazda MX-5 Miata as a platform. Here’s what that may make sense.

Pastrana joins Higgins in the Subaru WRX STI to battle Ken Block at NEFR

By Denis Flierl on June 26, 2015 - 3:04PM

Travis Pastrana will enter New England Forest Rally driving the Subaru WRX STI rally car. Will he and Higgins be able to beat rival Ken Block?

Road Trip Facts May Hinder EV Adoption

By John Goreham on June 26, 2015 - 11:48AM

Electric vehicles as a percentage of the total fleet are in decline. One problem may be America’s driving habits. As we head into the 4rth of July driving extravaganza it is worth asking if an affordable EV could do the job.

Emergency braking issue affects 2016 Subaru WRX and 4 2015 models

By Denis Flierl on June 26, 2015 - 7:44AM

Subaru has issued a recall of 72,000 vehicles due to a potential emergency braking issue. Which vehicles are affected?

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