Automotive News (Page 943)

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.

Mazda pre-order program for 2015 MX-5 Miata Anniversary Edition underway

By John Goreham on May 7, 2014 - 9:05AM

If you want one of the most collectible MX-5 Miatas ever built, now is the time to act.

Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn & Bernd Osterloh

Sustainability in Automobiles the 'Business Card' of Volkswagen Group

By Mechele Dillard on May 7, 2014 - 8:42AM

Volkswagen Group is going forward and making progress with its plan to become the industry leader in sustainability, and is explaining just what that means for consumers following their progress.

2015 Subaru WRX with CVT option blows away critics with surprising sales

By Denis Flierl on May 7, 2014 - 8:01AM

Subaru Australia has announced the new 2015 Subaru WRX has record sales. But a big surprise is the number of WRX sports cars that are being sold with the optional CVT.

Chrysler will add two large plug-in models by 2017, but not because it wants to

By Luke Ottaway on May 7, 2014 - 7:34AM

Not exactly known for electric vehicles, Chrysler plans to produce not one but two plug-in hybrids as part of their five-year plan revealed yesterday. It is a move driven primarily by regulations.

These 4 options make Mercedes-S-Class the best car on the planet

These 4 options make Mercedes S-Class the best luxury car on the planet

By Denis Flierl on May 7, 2014 - 6:51AM

The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has won an unprecedented four awards at the Vehicle Dynamics International Awards, 2014.

SRT Brand Dissolved, Refreshed Dodge Viper Coming for 2015

By Patrick Rall on May 6, 2014 - 8:04PM

After existing as its own brand since 2011, the Chrysler Street and Racing Technology brand is being folded back into the Dodge brand and the mighty Viper will return to being the Dodge Viper for the 2015 model year - with a refresh for the supercar helping to kick off the return to the performance aimed Dodge brand.

Toyota Tacoma owners' next generation wish list easy to meet

By John Goreham on May 6, 2014 - 5:19PM

The Toyota Tacoma already has a lot going for it. Providing the many small things owners want may be what keeps the truck on top.

Chinese company now sells both Fisker Karma and Tesla Model S based vehicles

By John Goreham on May 6, 2014 - 12:38PM

Detroit-based VL Automotive, co-founded by the legendary Bob Lutz, is now part of WMGTA, an electric car maker with Chinese connections.

Audi has increased deliveries in the first quarter of 2014.

Audi Delivering 17 New Models into the Market in 2014

By Mechele Dillard on May 6, 2014 - 9:45AM

In response to increased profitability, Audi is working harder, planning to deliver 17 models and derivatives this year.

Tesla’s game-changing sedan will not be called Model E

By Luke Ottaway on May 6, 2014 - 9:37AM

The hyped Generation III vehicle due to begin production in 2017 remains nameless, as Tesla has dropped its pursuit of the trademark “Model E.”

Volkswagen Brings Online Dating to Customers Searching for a New Car

By Mechele Dillard on May 6, 2014 - 9:12AM

Volkswagen's new customer-friendly website is patterned after online dating sites.

2014 Subaru BRZ GT300 goes home with another disappointing finish

By Denis Flierl on May 6, 2014 - 7:20AM

The 2014 Subaru BRZ GT300 finished in 12 place at the second race of the SUPER GT Series at Fuji Speedway. Is BRZ underpowered?

2015 Subaru WRX STI receives this first-ever rating from IIHS

2015 Subaru WRX STI receives this first-ever top safety rating from IIHS [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 6, 2014 - 6:28AM

Subaru announced that the 2015 Subaru WRX STI and WRX are top IIHS safety picks. This is a first-ever for the STI.

GM Posts First Quarter Profit Due to Pricing Strategy - Win?

By Tim Esterdahl on May 5, 2014 - 1:50PM

General Motors released its first quarter earnings report showing it narrowly avoided a much anticipated loss. Instead, GM turned a $125 million profit – down 86 percent versus last year. It looks like GM was able to avoid a recall induced loss thanks to its pricing strategy on full-size trucks.

This astonishingly fast electric supercar is one step closer to reality

By Luke Ottaway on May 5, 2014 - 10:10AM

The stunning Rimac Concept_One has not seen much progress since its unveiling at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show, but recent investments have brought the Croatian startup closer to its goal of producing “the best car in the world.”

Higgins wins Oregon Tail in spectacular fashion on shredded tire

By Denis Flierl on May 5, 2014 - 7:52AM

The 2014 Oregon Trail Rally results are in and the 2014 Subaru WRX STI Rally team takes a one-two-finish. Higgins wins it in spectacular fashion.

2015 WRX and WRX STI sets record pace down under

By Denis Flierl on May 5, 2014 - 6:58AM

Subaru Australia reports the all-new 2015 Subaru WRX and WRX STI has achieved all-time record sales in April.

Pastrana takes lead in day two of Oregon Rally, Higgins engine seen smoking

By Denis Flierl on May 4, 2014 - 8:11AM

The Oregon Trail Rally is underway with day two finished. What is going on with the Subaru WRX STI team?

Subaru expands STI network in Australia for performance buyers

By Denis Flierl on May 4, 2014 - 7:34AM

Subaru is expanding their STI dealers and also offering the new 2014 BRZ, 2015 WRX and now the 2015 WRX STI for sale online.

Nissan road trip to NISMO Fiesta a success (video)

By Aaron Turpen on May 3, 2014 - 3:47PM

Nissan friends, employees, and fans all came together for a classic road trip of 920 miles from Nissan headquarters in Tennessee to the NISMO Fiesta in San Marcos, Texas. Here is video.

Subaru BRZ GT300 qualifies second for SUPER GT 2014

By Denis Flierl on May 3, 2014 - 8:33AM

The 2014 Subaru BRZ GT300 has qualified in second place for the second leg of SUPER GT that takes place at Fuji Speedway this weekend.

See 1998 22B-STI and 2015 WRX STI Launch Edition at Boxerfest

By Denis Flierl on May 3, 2014 - 7:24AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI Launch Edition will be on display at Subaru Boxerfest in Maryland this weekend with original 1998 Subaru 22B-STI.

The Continued Lack of a Dodge Challenger Convertible Blows My Mind

By Patrick Rall on May 2, 2014 - 3:52PM

The 2015 Dodge Challenger was designed to feature some styling cues of the 1971 Challenger and while the automaker has succeeded with this evolutionary design – there is still no convertible and the lack of a droptop version in a segment that obviously appreciates the open air freedom really blows my mind.

Toyota's 2014 Prius Plug-in is the second most popular electrified vehicle in April

By John Goreham on May 2, 2014 - 3:31PM

The Prius Plug-in quietly continues to be one of the top selling electrified cars in North America.

Driving impressions of the new BMW i3 electric vehicle

By John Goreham on May 2, 2014 - 2:39PM

BMW has created its own space in the EV market in terms of price and content, but does this car actually drive and feel like a BMW? The answer is interesting.

Chevrolet Corvette Sales Through April Up 200%

By Patrick Rall on May 2, 2014 - 1:07PM

When the new C7 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray made its world debut at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, many of the loud mouthed, old school Corvette owners cried foul at the new look – insisting that this car wouldn’t succeed due to the unconventional look – but after the first four months of 2014 the new Corvette is outselling the previous model by almost 200%.

How you will benefit from WRX STI Rally Team this weekend [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 2, 2014 - 10:29AM

How does the average new car buyer benefit from Subaru's 2015 WRX STI motorsports involvement? Here’s how.

Why 5-door hatch makes WRX STI hottest selling car in Subaru’s lineup

By Denis Flierl on May 2, 2014 - 7:31AM

Subaru announced all-time record sales for WRX STI. Why is it the hottest selling car in the lineup?

Nissan sales up. Again. With more records set

By Aaron Turpen on May 1, 2014 - 11:37PM

Nissan's U.S. sales figures are in and they're still climbing month-on-month and year-on-year. Find out which cars made the biggest gains and why Infiniti is still seeing gains as well.

California injects $25 million to extend electric vehicle rebates through summer

By Luke Ottaway on May 1, 2014 - 7:15PM

Recently the California Air Resources Board has been suffering from a shortage of resources, namely cash. The wildly successful Clean Vehicle Rebate Program needed an infusion of funds that the agency has now provided.

Subscribe to