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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.

Classic showcase, 1960 Jaguar XK150

By Joseph Scott on January 4, 2015 - 11:42PM

Jaguar built the XK150 from 1957 to 1961 and it was a radical change in style for the times. The XK150 was equipped with a standard feature that would set the standard for all sports cars!

Rare Acura ZDX future collector car

By Parks McCants on January 4, 2015 - 7:55PM

The first time one views Acura’s retired ZDX Crossover, the question as to what is it, and where can I find one? comes to mind. Acura’s lowest production volume vehicle of this millennium is destined to be a collector car.

Let’s examine the classic vs. new Jaguar speeds

By Joseph Scott on January 4, 2015 - 6:43PM

We have already looked at the 10 fastest Jaguars ever built, but what about a comparison to the vintage and iconic Jaguars of the past. Will you be surprised at the results?

BMW i8 Laserlight technology gets upstaged by new OLEDs

By Denis Flierl on January 3, 2015 - 8:44AM

BMW presents a concept vehicle at CES that showcases the kind of lighting innovations we can expect in the future.

Differentiating the V8-Powered 2015 Dodge Challenger Trimlines

By Patrick Rall on January 2, 2015 - 7:26PM

While most of the automotive discussions online pertaining to the 2015 Dodge Challenger focus on the 707 horsepower models, it has been brought to my attention that some people aren’t clear on what the difference is between the different Hemi powered models so today, I bring you a detailed look at the 2015 Challenger in R/T, R/T Scat Pack, SRT 392 and SRT Hellcat form.

Honda Fit rated KBB ‘Best Buy’ sub-compact for 2015

By Parks McCants on January 2, 2015 - 5:04PM

Only one sub-compact made it onto Kelley Blue Book’s small car “Best Buy Award” list of finalist. Is Honda’s all new Fit the best car choice for you?

2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Engine Blows During Break-In

By Patrick Rall on January 2, 2015 - 4:03PM

One of the first owners of the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 recently faced every supercar owners dream when the 650 horsepower LT4 motor failed internally during the recommended break-in procedure – an experience with the owner was quick to share with the enthusiast community at CorvetteForum.com.

How to dress your Jaguar XF for success!

By Joseph Scott on January 2, 2015 - 3:59PM

Jaguar wants to match the sophisticated lifestyle you lead. The possibilities seem endless when you wrap yourself in luxury; Jaguar invites you to dress the XF the way you want.

2015 Honda Civic best small car buy in North America

By Parks McCants on January 2, 2015 - 2:49PM

With no lack of competition coming from the small car classification, Kelley Blue Book picks 2015 Honda Civic as “Best Buy” for 2015. Civic may be the best small car buy in North America.

Considering the Super Duty Ford 6.2L V8 in the 2016 F150 Raptor

By Patrick Rall on January 2, 2015 - 12:34PM

The automotive world has been discussing possible engine options for the 2015 F150-based SVT Raptor, and while a built up EcoBoost seems like the most obvious choice, some readers insist that Ford will use the 6.2L V8 from the current Super Duty lineup.

Toyota plans to have top selling 2015 car in top 3 segments

By John Goreham on January 2, 2015 - 10:01AM

Toyota’s New Year’s resolution? Make Corolla, Camry, and Avalon the top selling vehicles in their segments.

New "Ali Afshar ESX STI" Special Edition Subaru WRX STI arriving now

By Denis Flierl on January 2, 2015 - 9:13AM

The 2015 "Ali Afshar ESX STI" Special Edition Subaru is arriving now at participating Subaru dealers across the country.

Nissan Sets Pricing as 2015 Sentra Enters Showrooms

By Aaron Turpen on January 2, 2015 - 2:11AM

The 2015 Nissan Sentra sees little change in its price structure from 2014, though the lineup of trim points has been simplified to only six.

Kelly Blue Book names 2015 Toyota Highlander Best Buy in class

By John Goreham on January 1, 2015 - 7:30PM

KBB picks the Toyota Highlander as the Best Value in its mid-sized SUV class.

2015 Toyota Hybrids safer than electric vehicles

Why 2015 Toyota hybrids are rated safer than EVs

By John Goreham on January 1, 2015 - 1:10PM

Not a single electric vehicle presently has the IIHS Top Safety Pick rating, yet five different Toyota/Lexus hybrids do. Here’s why

Are Subaru Forester owners the most financially astute of all SUV shoppers?

By Denis Flierl on January 1, 2015 - 9:34AM

The new 2015 Subaru Forester ranks #2 on the list for vehicles that retain their value. Are Forester owners more financially astute?

$2 gasoline stalls Honda Accord Hybrid sales in North America

By Parks McCants on December 31, 2014 - 6:37PM

We’ve watched Hybrid sales tank this year as Honda retired Insight, discontinued Acura ILX Hybrid and disappeared Acura RLX. Has cheap gasoline stalled hybrid car and light truck sales in North America?

Why the Hellcat Challenger Didn't Destroy the Corvette Stingray in This Race

By Patrick Rall on December 31, 2014 - 4:49PM

A video surfaced online recently showing two journalists drag racing in a 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and a C7 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and when the 707hp Challenger only beat (and didn’t destroy) the 460hp Corvette, the clueless masses took to the internet to claim very conspiracy theories but there is a very simple reason why the Mopar muscle car didn’t annihilate the Vette.

How Jaguar takes vehicle testing to the Extreme

By Joseph Scott on December 31, 2014 - 2:46PM

Extreme testing is just the beginning of how Jaguar is testing their cars today. Quality and reliability are not just catch phrases used by Jaguar; they are words that exemplify the brand.

Petersen’s 4-Wheel Names 2015 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro 4X4 of the Year

By John Goreham on December 31, 2014 - 2:24PM

Petersen’s picks the 4Runner TRD Pro over Ram and Jeep.

2015 Toyota Highlander is the safest crossover in its class

By John Goreham on December 31, 2014 - 1:51PM

The 2015 Toyota Highlander is the only IIHS Top Safety Pick+ rated 3-row SUV in its market segment.

Next Gen Chevy Volt Takes Design Cues from the Corvette

By Patrick Rall on December 31, 2014 - 12:24PM

While General Motors has rolled out a collection of short videos teasing the next generation Chevrolet Volt, the most intriguing aspect of the new electric Chevy is the fact that it should wear design cues borrowed from the popular Chevrolet Corvette Stingray.

One of Jaguar’s legends is honored

By Joseph Scott on December 31, 2014 - 10:59AM

Jaguar Test driver, Development engineer, and Ambassador is honored with an Award. Norman Dewis received the award as a tribute to the more than 70 years of automotive involvement.

There Will Be a Dodge Viper in the Rolex 24

By Patrick Rall on December 30, 2014 - 9:02PM

Right after winning the 2014 United SportsCar Championship GT title, Dodge announced the end of the factory Viper racing program and while those championship teams are still out of commission, there will be at least one Dodge Viper race car participating in the upcoming Rolex 24 at Daytona International Speedway.

2015 Ford F150 Ads to Debut During College Football Championship Playoffs

By Patrick Rall on December 30, 2014 - 7:10PM

The first television commercials showing off the 2015 Ford F150 will debut during the NCAA college football bowl playoff series, allowing the Motor Company to introduce the next generation pickup to one of the biggest TV audiences of the year.

2015 Lexus RC F and RC 350 earn IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus rating

2015 Lexus RC is the safest car in its class

By John Goreham on December 30, 2014 - 4:49PM

The new 2015 Lexus RC is the only coupe in its class with the industry’s highest safety rating.

2015 Ford Mustang Gets Foreign Sports Car Pricing in Europe

By Patrick Rall on December 30, 2014 - 12:08PM

Ford Motor Company has announced the prices for the 2015 Ford Mustang in Europe and as we could have guessed, owning a new Mustang overseas will cost quite a bit more than it would here in the US – hitting European buyers with the same “foreign sports car upcharge” that Americans often deal with when buying cars built across the pond.