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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.

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, successor?

New Mitsubishi concept won’t be the next Lancer EVO successor

By Denis Flierl on January 28, 2015 - 8:54AM

Mitsubishi teases a new Compact SUV Concept before Geneva Motor Show 2015. How will it be related to the new EVO successor?

2015 BMW i3 gets price increase before Super Bowl splash

By Denis Flierl on January 28, 2015 - 8:44AM

BMW will raise the price of the 2015 i3 in the U.S. market. 2015 models will be arriving soon.

2016 Acura ILX designed to ignite sports-car enthusiasm (Video)

By Parks McCants on January 28, 2015 - 12:52AM

The day of the Integra ‘R’ and ILX 6 speed ‘S’ type is all but a distant memory for many young Acura enthusiasts. Enter the 2016 Acura ILX performance sedan, a small car that’s sure to reignite Acura sports-car enthusiasm.

The Jaguar XE will be your next car

By Joseph Scott on January 28, 2015 - 12:32AM

The reviews are in and Jaguar intends to impress you with a car that is everything you need and want. Jaguar’s XE sedan is currently being tested and the praise is plentiful.

Followup: 2015 Corvette Z06 with Blown Motor Fixed, Racing at Road Atlanta

By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2015 - 2:54PM

Last month we brought you the news of a 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 coupe that had blown the motor with just 891 miles on the odometer and today, we are glad to report that General Motors has that C7 super-Vette back up and running – well enough that the driver has had the 650hp beast out to the track at Road Atlanta.

Toyota can’t grow 2015 or 2016 Tacoma sales – here’s why

By John Goreham on January 27, 2015 - 1:15PM

Toyota’s vehicle sales continue to grow faster than the industry rate, but Tundra and Tacoma can’t, and it has nothing to do with the competition.

Rumors Claim GT350R Mustang Crushed the Camaro Z28 Nurburgring Record

By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2015 - 12:14PM

While it has not been confirmed by Ford Motor Company, a rumor floating around the internet suggests that the new Shelby GT350R Mustang has lapped the Nurburgring substantially quicker than the Chevrolet Camaro Z/28, which makes the GT350R the quickest muscle car to lap the Ring – if the rumor is true.

Performance Kits Lift the Dodge Viper to 900 Supercharged Horsepower

By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2015 - 11:02AM

While the modern Dodge Viper is one of the most powerful American production cars of all time, the age of adage that there is always someone faster is why The Viper Exchange has rolled out a collection of high performance packages that lift the output from 640hp up to a whopping 900hp.

Importance of the dealer relationship at Jaguar

By Joseph Scott on January 27, 2015 - 10:23AM

Just how important is the relationship with your local auto dealer? Jaguar is poised to do things that other automaker can’t accomplish and they will do it in style.

BMW leaks i3 Super Bowl XLIX ad before the big game [video]

By Denis Flierl on January 27, 2015 - 8:17AM

BMW releases i3 Super Bowl ad before the big game. Watch Katie Couric and Bryant Gumbel in a famous 1994 Today Show clip initial confusion surrounding “what is the internet?”

Rally-ready Toyota GT86 CS-R3 launch delayed and it gets less hp

By Denis Flierl on January 27, 2015 - 8:03AM

Toyota Motorsport has released details on the Toyota GT86 CS-R3. Why is the debut delayed?

2015 Acura MDX bests EPA fuel efficiency estimates

By Parks McCants on January 26, 2015 - 6:42PM

On a recent real-world combination test drive from Phoenix to Sedona, Arizona, 2015 Acura MDX threw a curveball in the EPA average fuel efficiency rating; it bettered it!

2015 Ford Mustang Headed Overseas Now

By Patrick Rall on January 26, 2015 - 6:25PM

Ford Motor Company has announced that the first batch of 2015 Ford Mustang models destined for dealerships in Asia, Australia and Europe are nearing delivery to these foreign ports – a move which will almost certainly help the Mustang because the bestselling muscle car in the world.

Hemi V8 Outselling V6 in 2015 Dodge Challenger

By Patrick Rall on January 26, 2015 - 5:25PM

A new report indicates that since the 2015 Dodge Challenger went on sale late last year, those packages with one of the various Hemi V8 engines are comfortably outselling the V6 models – marking a surprising shift in take rate in a segment where the less-powered V6 engine usually dominates sales figures for all of the Detroit muscle cars.

Ford Exec: 2017 Raptor F150 to Pack 450 Horsepower

By Patrick Rall on January 26, 2015 - 4:47PM

When the 2017 Ford SVT Raptor F150 was introduced at the Detroit Auto Show, it was promised that it would have more power than outgoing models and this past weekend, Ford VP of Global Product Development Raj Nair mentioned in a TV interview at the Rolex 24 that the new Raptor would pack 450 horsepower.

Corvette Racing Dominates the 2015 Rolex 24 at Daytona

By Patrick Rall on January 26, 2015 - 3:48PM

The two Chevrolet Corvette C7.R race teams took to the track for the Rolex 24 at Daytona this past weekend and in the first race of the 2015 Tudor United Sports Car Championship season, the Corvette Racing teams were dominant in the GT LeMans class, taking the class win while the Corvette Daytona Prototype teams put two drivers on the podium in the fastest class.

2015 Toyota Sienna - The safest minivan also has the best resale value

By John Goreham on January 26, 2015 - 2:51PM

Toyota’s Sienna is currently the only minivan that earns top safety scores. A new award says it is also the best in resale value.

Ford Wins the Rolex 24 with EcoBoost Power

By Patrick Rall on January 26, 2015 - 12:02PM

Ford added another exciting chapter in the book of EcoBoost this past weekend, as the #02 Ford EcoBoost Daytona Prototype race car fought through early mechanical issues and used late pit strategy to bring home a big win for Ford Motor Company’s booming endurance racing program.

2016 Mazda6 refresh focuses on enhanced looks and build quality

By John Goreham on January 26, 2015 - 9:09AM

After four successful years in the mid-size market, Mazda sharpens the look and tightens up the joints of the Mazda6 sedan.

Lexus Completely Dominates 2015 Kelly Blue Book Top Resale Value listings

By John Goreham on January 26, 2015 - 8:59AM

Critics can dismiss customer surveys about Lexus quality as just opinion, but resale values are harder to argue.

2015 BMW M4 vs 2014 Dodge Charger SRT8 Shoot Out [video]

By Denis Flierl on January 26, 2015 - 8:30AM

The 2015 BMW M4 with a 3.0-liter TwinPower inline six takes on a 2014 Dodge Charger SRT 8 with a 6.4 Liter Hemi V8 in a drag race. Who wins?

2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek, 2015 Subaru Impreza

Subaru XV Crosstrek and Impreza join stablemates as safest cars on the road

By Denis Flierl on January 26, 2015 - 8:05AM

2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2015 Impreza have received the top rating of Advanced Safety Vehicle-Plus (ASV+) in the Japan New Car Assessment Program.

F-Type vs. F-Pace, Jaguar’s beauty and the beast

By Joseph Scott on January 26, 2015 - 12:36AM

Jaguar hit a grand slam with the introduction of the F-Type, but the scouting report on the F-Pace has left some wondering if it can even get on base.

Classic showcase, 1954 Jaguar MK VII Saloon

By Joseph Scott on January 25, 2015 - 10:38PM

Luxury and Sophistication set Jaguar apart from the competition back in the 50’s and 60’s, and the 1954 MK VII Sedan (Saloon) was an Iconic Grand Touring car with style.

Nissan Has Exported Its Millionth Car Made in America to South Korea

By Aaron Turpen on January 25, 2015 - 5:30PM

Nissan North America has now sent over a million vehicles overseas, showing that not only is its U.S. operation building nearly all of the cars sold here, but sending them to other parts of the world as well, making "Made in America" a point of pride.

2015 Subaru WRX STI tackles deep snow on the ski slope [video]

By Denis Flierl on January 25, 2015 - 8:12AM

This weekend Subaru takes a championship driver and the 2015 WRX STI to the ski slopes and demonstrates the performance car’s abilities in the snow.

One reason you’ll want to own a 2015 Subaru WRX in five years

By Denis Flierl on January 25, 2015 - 7:51AM

The 2015 Subaru WRX picks up an award from KBB for the Best Resale Value in the Sporty Compact Car Category. What two sporty models did WRX beat?

2015 Nissan Murano Named 'Best New/Redesigned Midsize Crossover' by Kiplinger's

By Aaron Turpen on January 24, 2015 - 6:12PM

Kiplinger's 2015 Best Value Awards has given the best midsize crossover win to the all-new 2015 Nissan Murano. We find out why Kiplinger's Personal Finance loves this crossover so much.

This Jaguar F-Pace review might change your mind

By Joseph Scott on January 24, 2015 - 9:51AM

Let’s examine the all-new crossover from Jaguar and dig deeper into this new high-tech family vehicle that will also pack a hefty performance punch. It’s going to be a hit!

Watch Valet take customers BMW M4 for a joy ride in a parking garage [video]

By Denis Flierl on January 24, 2015 - 9:11AM

The owner of this new 2015 BMW M4 couldn’t have been happy after a valet takes his new car for a joyride. Watch the video.

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