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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.

The Challenger Hellcat Hemi Won't Fit in THIS Dodge Viper - Note, This
By Patrick Rall on
At the recent Dodge Challenger launch, SRT powertrain boss Chris Cowland was asked about the possibilities of seeing the new Hellcat Hemi under the hood of the Dodge Viper and while he was quick to point out that the blown Hemi won’t fit in this Viper – we have to wonder if there isn’t something spicy coming with the promised 2015 refresh of the Mopar supercar.
2015 Ford F-150 Ecoboost 2.7 Fuel Economy
Ford's 2015 F-150 mileage to top rivals' compact truck MPG
By John Goreham on
As we approach the launch of the all new aluminum 2015 Ford F-150, experts go on-record predicting the fuel economy numbers the new truck can achieve with the new 2.7-liter EcoBoost. The news is not good for the Tacoma and Frontier.
Nissan Titan
2016 Nissan Titan, 5 Things to Expect
By Tim Esterdahl on
In just a few months, Nissan will unveil an all-new Titan at the 2015 North America International Auto Show in Detroit, MI. Now lead by former Ram truck chief, Nissan is poised to make big waves with a new Titan.
50 Year Limited Edition 2015 Ford Mustang 1964 to be Auctioned for Heart Charity
By Patrick Rall on
To celebrate the 50th birthday of the mighty Mustang, Ford will build 1,964 examples of the 50 Year Limited Edition 2015 Mustang GT and the very last of those limited edition pony cars will be auctioned off at the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction in September – with the proceeds going to the Edith and Benson Ford Heart & Vascular Institute.
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Dodge Charger Hellcat Could Be Faster Than the Challenger Hellcat
By Patrick Rall on
The Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat is all but official at this point and when the 707 horsepower 4-door sedan arrives later this year, it will offer at least the same level of performance as the Hellcat Challenger and depending on how the Chrysler Group equips the supercharged Charger - there is chance that the Charger could offer up some better figures.
2015 Lexus IS 200t vs. Audi Q5
Styling comparison of the 2015 Lexus NX 200t and the Audi Q5
By John Goreham on
At a glance the Audi looks much wider, but isn't. One wears a business suit, the other is dressed for an evening out.
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Corvette Power Helps Hennessey Venom F5 Shoot for 290mph
By Patrick Rall on
The Hennessey Venom GT has positioned itself as one of the fastest cars in the world with the power coming from a 7.0L V8 similar to the one found in the Corvette Z06 (C6), but with the next generation of Hennessey supercar – a model to be known as the Venom F5 – the Texas tuner is looking to go 290 miles per hour.
Ultimate Venom F5 supercar makes more power to blow away current records
Ultimate Venom F5 supercar makes 1400bhp to blow away world record
By Denis Flierl on
The Hennessey Venom F5 is the ultimate supercar and raises the performance bar even higher. What world records will it blow away?
250 hp turbo Subaru BRZ overtakes best challengers and wins
250 hp turbo Subaru BRZ overtakes best challengers and wins
By Denis Flierl on
As the 2015 Subaru BRZ production car launches, the sports coupe is making inroads into racing around the globe.
July is a largely positive mixed bag for plug-in vehicle sales
By Luke Ottaway on
The month of July saw electric vehicle sales in the United States continue a strong 2014, but the third highest-selling month of the year had its ups and downs among the individual cars available.
2015 Volkswagen Jetta
Are turbo gas engines and diesels killing Volkswagen America?
By John Goreham on
In the US market VW and Mazda now have the same rate of sales selling the same sized and priced vehicles. One automaker uses turbos on every model, and one uses none. One has very few models and one many.
2015 Ford F150 FX4
A Closer Look at the 2015 Ford F150 FX4 Details
By Patrick Rall on
The recently released 2015 Ford F150 Appearance Guide revealed that the FX4 Off-Road package will return for the next generation F150, but the new FX4 will be marketed in a new way with a bigger emphasis on off-road performance for every 2015 model sold.
Camaro SS engine
A New Look at the Possible 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Engines, Power Figures
By Patrick Rall on
We expect that the 6th generation Chevrolet Camaro which will likely arrive for the 2016 model year will be powered by a V6, a naturally aspirated V8 and a supercharged V8, the reveal of the 2015 Ford Mustang and 2015 Dodge Challenger power figures leads us to take a guess as to the power figures of the 2016 Camaro when it arrives sometime next year.
The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Weighs 4,439lbs
By Patrick Rall on
Since we learned that the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat would have 707 horsepower from a new supercharged Hemi, the critics have demanded to know the weight and not surprisingly, the Hellcat Challenger is pretty heavy with a curb weight of 4,439lbs – but that weight is hardly noticeable whether you are blasting down the quarter mile or rocketing around a road course.
The 2015 Ford F150 in Silver
Next Gen Ford Super Duty Burns in Public, Melts Like Aluminum
By Patrick Rall on
Reports flooded the internet this morning that a next generation Ford F Series Super Duty pickup prototype test truck had caught fire and literally burned to the ground – and that the result of the towering inferno was melting action that suggest that the Super Duty will use similar aluminum panels to those used on the 2015 F150.
Corvette C7
A True Sign of the C7 Chevrolet Corvette Excellence - Clarkson Likes It
By Patrick Rall on
Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson is quick to speak ill of cars that he doesn’t like but when the Brit recently climbed into the new C7 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, the outcome was quite a surprise – as the globally infamous, outspoken automotive personality loved the new Corvette.
2015 Subaru Forester reaches 2 new significant milestones
2015 Subaru Forester reaches 2 new significant milestones
By Denis Flierl on
The 2015 Subaru Forester keeps blistering the pavement as the SUV contributes significantly to the company’s strong July.
3 reasons why you can’t beat the improved 2015 Subaru WRX STI
3 reasons why you can’t beat the improved 2015 Subaru WRX STI
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX and WRX STI are setting new records in Canada. Why is WRX and WRX STI so popular?
Musk raises expectations for Tesla with more bold statements
By Luke Ottaway on
Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk is always one to think big and talk big. He usually delivers, too, which is what makes a couple of his comments from Thursday’s conference call so interesting.
Announcing pricing and launch timing on eagerly awaited 2015 GLA-Class
Announcing pricing and launch timing on eagerly awaited 2015 GLA-Class
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class pricing has been announced. Just how affordable is the new compact luxury SUV?
1 powerful reason Subaru says no to a fun BRZ convertible model
1 powerful reason Subaru says no to a fun BRZ convertible model
By Denis Flierl on
The 2015 Subaru BRZ sports coupe has best July ever sales. Why don’t they offer a fun convertible model?
Nissan LEAF
Nissan LEAF sales pummel the market with growth
By Aaron Turpen on
Nissan LEAF sales were up so high, they set more than just another sales record for July, but saw high double-digit percentage growth to boot.
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2015 Acura TLX GT effort red flagged Mid-Ohio
By Parks McCants on
The 2015 Acura TLX GT looked at home in the midst of international and domestic superstars. the 11th round of PWC was red flagged for rain and ended. We think Acura would have dominated Mid-Ohio in rain conditions.
Why 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution fans are feeling blue today
Why 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution fans are feeling blue today
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is getting ready to launch and fans are feeling blue. Why are fans discouraged?
Smokin’ hot 2015 Subaru WRX STI is seeing remarkable sales
Smokin’ hot 2015 Subaru WRX STI is seeing remarkable sales
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI is a hot commodity at Subaru dealers across the nation. Can you find one?
Roush Mustang Teaser
Roush Teases Their 2015 Ford Mustang - We Reveal More with Crude Editing
By Patrick Rall on
The Ford tuning experts at Roush have released the first teaser image of their modified 2015 Ford Mustang in a shadowy picture which, with some very crude photo editing, we have lightened up to show more than what the pictures that was posted online reveals.
Camaro Z28
Camaro Crushes Mustang in July Sales, Builds Big Lead in Annual Race
By Patrick Rall on
For the 4th straight month and the 5th time this year, there were more Chevrolet Camaro models sold than any other sports car in America – comfortably crushing both the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger while also building the lead in the annual sales race.
The 707hp Dodge Charger Hellcat Could Debut at the Woodward Dream Cruise
By Patrick Rall on
Based on comments made by Dodge brand CEO Tim Kuniskis, it seems as though the 707 horsepower Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat could make its grand debut at the 2014 Woodward Dream Cruise in Detroit, with the official announcement coming on Tuesday and the public debut of the car coming on Saturday, August 16th.
Lexus IS 200t
Upcoming Lexus IS 200t will be more than 1 second faster to 60 MPH
By John Goreham on
Based on our analysis, the upcoming IS 200t will have a significant improvement in acceleration over the IS 250 when the new Lexus 2-liter turbocharged engine is introduced in the sedan.
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Acura 2015 TLX buzz gains momentum Mid-Ohio
By Parks McCants on
2015 TLX GT comes up against a pack of international supercars at this weekends Pirelli World Challenge Series, Mid-Ohio. Can a four wheel drive HPD V6 give Bentley, Ferrari and Porsche a run for the money? We believe it can.
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