Automotive News (Page 889)

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 Mustang, 2015 F150 Lead Fords Charge for Double North American Honors

By Patrick Rall on December 10, 2014 - 12:59PM

The North American Car and Truck of the Year jury has announced the finalists for the 2015 awards with the 2015 Ford Mustang and 2015 Ford F150 leading the charge for the Motor Company, but there are some other very good vehicles giving Ford a run for their money.

Toyota’s first official 2016 Tacoma photo released

By John Goreham on December 10, 2014 - 12:58PM

It is not a full image (yet) but in this picture the new Tacoma looks to be a new body design.

Nissan and Tennessee Break Ground on New Facility

Nissan Building New Education and Training Facility Next Door to Smyrna Plant

By Aaron Turpen on December 10, 2014 - 12:30PM

In an effort to boost its skilled workforce and keep training for its current workforce up to standards, Nissan has begun work on a new training facility next to its Smyrna plant.

GM Boss Promises "ZL1 Satisfaction" from the Next Gen Camaro SS

By Patrick Rall on December 10, 2014 - 12:12PM

It is widely expected that the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro will be significantly better than the current generation, but based on comments by General Motors’ boss Mark Reuss, the 6th gen Camaro could set a new standard for the muscle car segment.

Jaguar needs to listen to the enthusiasts and take notes

By Joseph Scott on December 10, 2014 - 11:50AM

Loyal Jaguar fans have spoken and what they have to say is surprising but they are ready to talk and I hope Jaguar is listening. Social media outlets are a great place to voice your opinion and the Jaguar enthusiasts aren't afraid to speak.

Exclusive Hartge H50 V10 BMW E90 Sedan is the ultimate sleeper [video]

By Denis Flierl on December 10, 2014 - 9:17AM

Would you pay $105,000 for a 2006 BMW E90 Sedan? When it’s this rare and exclusive, someone will.

2015 Subaru Outback reaches new never before seen heights

By Denis Flierl on December 10, 2014 - 8:40AM

The 2015 Subaru Outback is setting new sales records in North America and has just won another award.

The 2015 Ford Mustang Convertible Headed to Dealers Now

By Patrick Rall on December 9, 2014 - 4:23PM

A little over a month before the first examples of the 2015 Ford Mustang fastback reached owners, the first new Mustang Convertibles are also on their way to dealerships around the country – right in time for winter.

Your Accord may be included in expanded Honda,Takata airbag recall

By Parks McCants on December 9, 2014 - 3:18PM

With Honda’s announcement of a National Safety Improvement Campaign, your Honda Accord may be one of 5.4 million vehicles included in this massive Takata airbag related safety measure.

The $212,175 Hellcat Challenger in San Diego isn't Real

By Patrick Rall on December 9, 2014 - 1:32PM

This past weekend, a dealership window sticker for a 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat surfaced online with a $150,000 markup bringing the asking price up to $212,175, but it has been found that this price is either a joke or a clever advertising campaign – but in any case, this price isn’t real.

First Privately Owned 2015 Corvette Z06 Dyno Numbers Are Surprisingly High

By Patrick Rall on December 9, 2014 - 12:51PM

Among the first buyers of the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is the expert tuning shop Vengeance Racing and shortly after taking delivery of their new C7 supercar, the Vengeance team put the new Z on the dyno to see how much power it puts to the ground – and the results are very impressive.

The 2015 Jaguar XF a break from the watered-down copycat

By Joseph Scott on December 9, 2014 - 11:23AM

The consumers have spoken and they say the biggest regret is when car manufactures dilute the brand just to try and compete with others in their market. Can the new Jaguar XF break that trend?

Couple wins $90 Million Powerball, plans to buy a new Forester

By Denis Flierl on December 9, 2014 - 8:52AM

A suburban Seattle couple who claimed a $90 million Powerball jackpot say they will buy a new car. It’s a new 2015 Subaru Forester?

Women choose the BMW M4 over all other sports cars in the world but one

By Denis Flierl on December 9, 2014 - 8:20AM

The 2015 BMW M4 is a car most men would love to have sitting in their garage, and it’s a top pick for women too.

Mazda’s new 2015 CX-3 is its best looking vehicle – Photos

By John Goreham on December 8, 2014 - 5:37PM

The all-new Mazda CX-3 compact crossover looks great in its final production version.

American Muscle 12 second EcoBoost Mustang

Put Your 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost into the 12s for $800

By Patrick Rall on December 8, 2014 - 4:17PM

The 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost is an impressive balance of performance and efficiency, but with just $800 worth of aftermarket components, owners can transform their fuel-friendly turbocharged Mustang into a 12 second quarter mile car.

This Challenger-Inspired TopSpeed Ram Hellcat Could Become a Reality

By Patrick Rall on December 8, 2014 - 1:11PM

Lovers of high performance pickups are clamoring over the possibility of a Hellcat powered Ram 1500 and thanks to the folks at TopSpeed, we have an idea of what a Challenger SRT-inspired Ram truck might look like if it became a reality.

Finding a 2015 Honda Civic Si deal for Christmas

By Parks McCants on December 8, 2014 - 1:01PM

With Honda pushing “Happy Honda Days” down the chimney, how much money will it take to put Honda’s performance Civic Si under your Christmas Tree, can one find a discounted Civic Si for Christmas?

Ford Working on F150 Hybrid and Diesel Drivetrains

By Patrick Rall on December 8, 2014 - 12:35PM

While the Chrysler’s EcoDiesel gives the Ram 1500 the title of the most efficient half ton truck in America, the Ford F150 could soon feature either a hybrid or diesel drivetrains – both of which are rumored to be in the works behind the closed doors at Ford Motor Company.

Video Shows Viper TA Stomping a 2015 Corvette Z06 Over and Over

By Patrick Rall on December 8, 2014 - 11:56AM

The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is marketed as the most track capable Corvette ever, but as the first units have begun reaching buyers around the country, a video has surfaced showing the new Z06 racing a Dodge Viper TA on the open road – and getting beaten very, very badly every time.

Jaguar F-Type is a driving experience not soon forgotten

By Joseph Scott on December 8, 2014 - 11:10AM

The all-new F-Type from Jaguar is more than just your average sports car - and driving it is an experience unlike most other cars. This single car has captured the essence of pure joy behind the wheel.

Watch Spectacular Footage of Aston Martin On Ice 2014 in Lapland

By Bridgett Davis on December 8, 2014 - 10:59AM

Aston Martin Providing the ultimate driving experience, is once again planning the “Winter on Ice Performance Driving” event for 2015. In the midst of winter, on a yearly basis, Aston Martin creates an amazing four day sabbatical for the AM enthusiast that allows one to take their personal driving experience to the next level in what some might say an extreme setting.

The Jaguar XE Sportbrake is a Wagon built to please

By Joseph Scott on December 8, 2014 - 10:47AM

Jaguar plans to change our perception of how consumers think about a station wagon. The new XE Sportbrake Estate Wagon may be the best ever, but will they come to the US?

2015 Lexus RC F beats BMW M4 and Audi RS 5

Watch the 2015 Lexus RC F beat the BMW M4 and Audi RS 5 on track -Video

By John Goreham on December 8, 2014 - 10:28AM

Independent auto testing organization AMCI tests the new Lexus RC F against its two top peers. The results are shocking.

Toyota taking the lead on safety content

By John Goreham on December 8, 2014 - 9:16AM

Toyota is planning a big push on important safety content.

Subaru boss confirms complete BRZ/FR-S/GT86 model change

By Denis Flierl on December 8, 2014 - 8:09AM

Subaru boss confirms the Subaru BRZ/Scion FR-S/Toyota GT86 will get a complete model change soon.

A new generation finds out about Subaru Forester’s superior capabilities

By Denis Flierl on December 7, 2014 - 8:33AM

2015 Subaru Forester sales are hot and a new generation is finding out just how good the multi-purpose SUV really is for recreation.

BMW Motorsport returns to action in 2015 with hot new M4/Z4 cars [video]

By Denis Flierl on December 6, 2014 - 2:17PM

BMW Motorsport handed out trophies to the successful BMW M4/Z4 drivers and teams, but they are already looking ahead to the 2015 season.

New Subaru LEVORG developed to out-perform Legacy 2.5i

By Denis Flierl on December 6, 2014 - 9:09AM

See how Subaru used the 2015 Legacy 2.5i as inspiration to develop a smaller turbo engine for the new LEVORG Sports Tourer. The 1.6-liter turbo is impressive.

This is What Jaguar May Build Next

By Joseph Scott on December 5, 2014 - 4:05PM

I have written several articles recently discussing the subject of how good the Jaguar brand has done lately and that they are building good cars again. I’ve touched on the trust and reliability of their new lineup of vehicles, but now I have to ask the question, what should they build next?

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