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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.

Three Reasons I Do Not Recommend Honda Fit EV

By Douglas Stansfield on June 8, 2015 - 4:39PM

What does Honda do to its loyal buyers who want an electric car?

Audi Possibly Converting This Popular Model as Tesla Model X Competitor

By Douglas Stansfield on June 8, 2015 - 3:42PM

Audi is noticing there is an electric car competitive threat and look what it is possibly doing.

67% of 2015 F150 Buyers Buy a V6

By Patrick Rall on June 8, 2015 - 2:34PM

While most automakers continue to focus on getting the best fuel economy possible from a V8, the 2015 Ford F150 is flourishing in today’s market mainly with V6 power, thanks to the application of EcoBoost technology and a powerful, new naturally aspirated base 6-cylinder.

2015 Dodge Charger Funny Car Wins in Englishtown

By Patrick Rall on June 8, 2015 - 2:07PM

The 2015 Dodge Charger funny car continued its domination of the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series this past weekend in Englishtown, New Jersey, as Matt Hagan won his 3rd race of the season, giving the 2015 Charger 7 wins in the first 9 events of 2015.

GM Preparing to Announce 2015 Corvette Z06 Nurburgring Record

By Patrick Rall on June 8, 2015 - 11:46AM

While we don’t know the exact number just yet, General Motors has reportedly turned in a record Nürburgring lap of some sort for the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and according to chief engineer Tadge Juechter, we should all know how fast the C7 Z06 got around the Ring very soon.

EV mandates will apply to small automakers Mazda and Subaru

Will Mazda, Subaru, and others be exempt from CARB EV mandates?

By John Goreham on June 8, 2015 - 11:31AM

CARB’s most recent meeting verifies that small U.S. automakers will have to produce Zero emissions vehicles or pay the price, but there is one interesting twist.

2016 Honda HR-V vs. Mazda CX-3 fuel economy

2016 Mazda CX-3 and Honda HR-V tie with disappointing fuel economy

By John Goreham on June 8, 2015 - 10:56AM

Mazda says it has class-leading numbers, but that is not our reading of the numbers.

Tesla Model X needs to be sure to include this

By Douglas Stansfield on June 8, 2015 - 10:32AM

The Tesla X has some great things going for it prior to its initial launch which is expected soon (I fail to put a date here because Tesla has missed the dates on more than one occasion). What features are people waiting for?

Subaru’s ad team masterfully tugs at your heart strings: Is it working?

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2015 - 8:26AM

Subaru has a new ad out for the 2015 Subaru Forester that pulls at your heart strings. Who keeps coming up with these tear jerkers?

Nissan LEAF Owners have always wanted this to happen, maybe it is closer than you think

By Douglas Stansfield on June 8, 2015 - 8:18AM

New and amazing video shows Nissan's electric sports car ESFLOW in action - something LEAF owners always wanted.

2015 Subaru WRX STI gets 5th consecutive win of season at STPR

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2015 - 8:05AM

The 2015 Subaru WRX STI Rally car driven by David Higgins wins another victory for Subaru at STPR. How close was the race?

All three Subaru STIs get dusted at X Games Austin

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2015 - 7:51AM

The two 2015 Subaru WRX STI GRC cars and Pastrana’s 2014 WRX STI get no medals at X Games. What happened in Austin?

First look at new Hyper Blue Subaru WRX/STI and BRZ coming this fall

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2015 - 7:32AM

Subaru brought two new cars to the Wicked Big Meet this weekend. A 2016 Subaru WRX STI and a 2016 BRZ both in new Hyper Blue. Do you like the new color?

Carlos Ghosn in Self-Driving Nissan LEAF

Here is How Nissan's Carlos Ghosn Test Drives Self-Driving LEAF

By Douglas Stansfield on June 8, 2015 - 7:27AM

Have you seen a self-driving Nissan LEAF? A new video shows Nissan's CEO Carlos Chosn test driving self-driving Nissan LEAF and sharing his opinions about when these cars may be on the roads.

Current Leaf Owners Long for One Thing Maybe Nissan will Deliver

By Douglas Stansfield on June 6, 2015 - 9:49PM

Every Nissan LEAF driver has likely experienced a common, typical challenge from time to time, but will Nissan be there with a remedy soon? Every LEAF owner has probably forgotten to plug in the car and experienced that "oh no" feeling of, "I am in trouble now." I can’t remember ever forgetting to plug in my Nissan LEAF, but my wife has. So I do know the feeling.

Is Subaru more concerned about your dog than they are your children? [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2015 - 8:04AM

Subaru continues its support of pet safety through its partnership with the Center for Pet Safety. Why do they put such emphasis on pet safety in their vehicles?

How can BMW improve i3 sales with its dealers and its perception?

By Douglas Stansfield on June 5, 2015 - 10:56PM

When a multinational car company like BMW spends three to four years and three cars to perfect its electric car offering, why are sales so pathetic?

2016 Nissan Maxima Enters Showrooms

By Aaron Turpen on June 5, 2015 - 6:26PM

The all-new 2016 Maxima has entered showrooms around the nation and is now wowing buyers the same way it wowed audiences at its unveils at auto shows globally.

Nissan Versa Note Named a Best Car for Recent College Graduates

By Aaron Turpen on June 5, 2015 - 6:16PM

A popular automotive publication has named the Nissan Versa Note to its list of "10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates." It's obvious why.

2015 Mazda3 crosses buyer boundaries

By John Goreham on June 5, 2015 - 5:36PM

The Mazda3 is the pick for young enthusiasts and families alike

Hellcat Challenger Deliveries Happening Daily

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2015 - 1:19PM

There has continued to be some speculation as to the progress that the Chrysler Group is making in delivering the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat to dealerships around the country, but dealerships around the country are receiving and delivering the 707 horsepower muscle car every day – and here is the latest piece of proof.

The 2016 Camaro SS Grumbles Through a Car Show

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2015 - 11:56AM

This past weekend, the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS stopped by the MIFBody.com car show in Milford, Michigan, and one of the show’s attendees has posted a video of the 6th gen car leaving – offering us a chance to hear the new LT1 grumble in the new muscle car.

A Clear way to fill up your Tesla faster than a Gas Car can with Gas

By Douglas Stansfield on June 5, 2015 - 8:47AM

There are so many people that look at the recharging times of electric cars and swear they will never get one because of the time lag of a recharge. Even though you can fill up your Tesla Model S overnight as you sleep in your garage. Even though you can wake up with a full "tank" every single morning after a good night sleep. Even though, there is a nationwide fast charger network.

2016 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Forester, 2016 Subaru Legacy

3 new Subaru STARLINK features are coming that could save your life [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 5, 2015 - 8:07AM

2016 Subaru Outback, Forester and Legacy will get STARLINK in-vehicle technology that’s about entertainment, it’s also an owners link to keeping them safe. How could it save your life? The new package includes Stolen Vehicle Recovery Service, Vehicle Security Alarm Notification, Remote Lock/Unlock, Remote Horn and Lights and Remote Vehicle Locator.

The SRT Tomahawk is One Amazing Video Game Concept

By Patrick Rall on June 4, 2015 - 2:24PM

Earlier this week, the Chrysler Group and the makers of PlayStation’s Gran Turismo 6 introduced the SRT Tomahawk; the newest member of the Vision Gran Turismo series and unquestionably one of most amazing concept cars that we have seen from the Chrysler Group - perhaps ever.

In 2020 You Won't Be Driving Yourself to Work and How That Will Change Your Life

By Douglas Stansfield on June 4, 2015 - 11:33AM

At this point, there have been many articles about self driving cars or autonomous cars. Elon Musk, GM and Google have all pointed to the future being filled with these types of cars. The promise is that safety will increase and tens of thousands of accidents will be eliminated.

2016 Camaro Turbo Not Likely to Challenge Mustang EcoBoost in the US

By Patrick Rall on June 4, 2015 - 11:15AM

When the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro was introduced last month in Detroit, we learned that the new generation GM muscle car would come with a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine similar to that offered in the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost, but based on the specifications of the Camaro turbo 4, it seems very unlikely that GM will see the same success from their fuel-sipping model as Ford does – at least not in the United States.

Hennessey 2015 Ford Mustang Hits 207mph

By Patrick Rall on June 4, 2015 - 10:19AM

After nearing the 200 mile per hour barrier a few months back, John Hennessey and his team took his 2015 Ford Mustang GT back into their Texas shop for some new improvements and as a result, Hennessey’s Mustang GT recorded an impressive top speed of 207.9 miles per hour.

6 new Toyota GT86 models get special motorsport classic liveries

By Denis Flierl on June 4, 2015 - 8:17AM

Toyota will give special recognition to their motorsport heritage with six GT86 models at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Will they make it to production?

Subaru Outback beats all other sedans and wagons under $30K [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 4, 2015 - 8:03AM

The New England Motor Press Association votes the 2015 Subaru Outback the best in class sedan or wagon under $30K. What does NEMPA like about Outback?

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