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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 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan 30th Anniversary Edition
Chrysler, Dodge to Get 30th Anniversary Edition Minivans
By Patrick Rall on
The Chrysler minivan turns 30 years old later this year and to celebrate the vehicles that literally invented the minivan segment – the Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan will both benefit from a new 30th Anniversary Edition packages for 2014.
The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray at the Woodward Dream Cruise
There Could be a Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Hybrid in the Works
By Patrick Rall on
In the early days of the hybrid market, suggesting that General Motors may actually build a Chevrolet Corvette hybrid would have gotten a journalist laughed out of the room but in a recent interview with the LA Times – GM boss Mark Reuss warns us all that we shouldn’t be too quick to laugh at the idea.
2011 Lincoln MKS EcoBoost
Next Generation Lincoln MKS Could Pack Smaller EcoBoost, 9-Speed Transmission
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company is expected to roll out the next generation Lincoln MKS within the next couple of years and when the new Ford luxury flagship arrives – it may feature a new EcoBoost V6 and a 9-speed automatic transmission that could make it one of the most efficient non-hybrid luxury cars on the market.
Jaguar C-X17 sport utility vehicle
Jaguar C-X17 SUV image revealed ahead of German auto show
By John Goreham on
Yes, you read that correctly. Jaguar has released the image below in advance of the unveiling of its new C-X17 design concept. Is Jaguar going to follow the Porsche survival guide?
2014 Honda Odyssey Top Safety Pick+
2014 Honda Odyssey first minivan with Top Safety Pick+ rating
By John Goreham on
Honda boldly asked the IIHS to test its new van. It has now joined a very short list of vehicles that have earned the highest possible safety rating.
2015 Mercedes GLA45 AMG
2015 Mercedes GLA45 AMG seen testing at Nurburgring
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA hasn’t even been officially unveiled and a new GLA45 AMG and A45 AMG Black Series were seen testing at Nurburgring.
2014 Subaru Forester
Subaru expands 2014 Forester into largest auto market in the world
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru already introduced the 2014 Forester and 2013 BRZ into China but will partner with Pangda Automobile Trade Co., Ltd and expand its global reach farther into China.
The 2014 Dodge Dart GT
Dodge Dart GT Engine Standard for More Models in 2014
By Patrick Rall on
The Chrysler Group has announced that the 2014 Dodge Dart will have several models featuring the performance tuned engine from the 2013 Dart GT - bringing improved performance to the majority of the packages for the new model year.
Cadillac VSport
More Cadillac VSport Models Coming
By Patrick Rall on
Earlier this week, a General Motors executive stated that there will likely be new Cadillac VSport models coming in the near future and while no details were offered on which current Caddys could get a VSport model – we can make some guesses as to what we could see in the next year or so.
Durheimer and the Bentley SUV
Former Bentley CEO and head of Audi R&D leaving VW Group
By Aaron Turpen on
Wolfgang Duerheimer has had a checkered role at the VW Group for years, moving from office to office repeatedly. Now, reports say that the former Bentley CEO is leaving for good.
Ford Recalls 370k Sedans Over Steering Failure Risks
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company has announced that it will recall over 370,000 large sedans including the Ford Crown Victoria, the Mercury Grand Marquis and the Lincoln Town Car over a concern that a portion of the steering assembly could rust to the point that it fails – making it impossible to steer the big sedan.
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid launching with new ECU from Tata Elxsi
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid is about to launch and it's getting a new ECU from Tata Elxsi, a Tata group company.
2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2014 Mercedes S-Class gets shod with new rubber [video]
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is being called the best automobile in the world. It’s getting a new premium tire from South Korea’s Hankook Tire.
Mitsubishi 2014 Outlander Sport Winter and Summer Editions
Mitsubishi creates 2014 Outlander Sport Winter and Summer Editions
By Denis Flierl on
Mitsubishi and the H360 Group have teamed up to create a pair of custom 2014 Outlander sport-utility vehicles designed for today's active professionals.
Tesla Motors stock price since March 2013
Some top investors scared to short-sell Tesla Motors stock
By David Herron on
DoubleLine Capital's Jeffrey Gundlach said it wasn't a good idea to short-sell TSLA even though the gains look irrationally excessive
Nissan Juke NISMO
Juke NISMO sales leading overall NISMO awesomeness
By Aaron Turpen on
Nissan's NISMO models, lead by the Juke NISMO, are gaining ground as some of the most sought-after model options as the company's racing and performance brand gains popularity.
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class
3 new features to look for on the 2015 Mercedes GLA [video]
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class is just about to be officially unveiled in Frankfurt. It will come with 3 standard features not normally found in this segment.
Tesla Supercharger stations in Europe
Tesla covers 90% of Norweigians with Supercharger availability
By David Herron on
Norway is the first European country to get Supercharger installations, as Tesla begins sales of the Model S in Europe.
Nissan and Tesla
Nissan's sale of ZEV credits may affect Tesla's bottom line
By David Herron on
Nissan is earning enough zero emission vehicle sales credits to have excess credits to sell, potentially affecting the revenue Tesla Motors earns from their ZEV credit sales.
The 2015 GMC Canyon and Chevy Colorado
2016 GMC Canyon, Chevrolet Colorado Likely to Pack Duramax Diesel Power
By Patrick Rall on
According to insider sources speaking with the folks from Automotive News, the next generation GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado midsized pickups are likely to feature small, efficient diesel engines in the not-so-distant future.
The 3.6L Pentastar V6
Chrysler Introduces New 3.0L Pentastar V6 in China for Jeep Wrangler, Grand Cherokee
By Patrick Rall on
Today at the Chengdu Motor Show in China, the Chrysler Group introduced the new 3.0L Pentastar V6 that is headed for the 2014 Jeep lineup and with the debut of this new engine – all Chrysler V6 powered vehicles in the world are packing Pentastar power.
Audi bringing new hook to International Motor Show in Frankfurt
By Don Bain on
Audi is well know for the auto show exhibits it produces via escapades like converting the open central square of the Frankfurt convention center into a temporary building in 2011.
2001 Bentley Arnage, not necessarily MJs
IRS says that Michael Jackson's Bentley is worth a quarter mil
By Aaron Turpen on
The always fair and equitable Internal Revenue Service says that the late pop star's estate has been "undervalued" and his heirs mis-valued things like Michael Jackson's Bentley and owe over half a billion dollars in taxes, proving that even in death, you cannot avoid the tax collector.
2014 Ford F150 STX SuperCrew
Ford Adds New STX SuperCrew Cab, STX Sport Packages for 2014 F150
By Patrick Rall on
The value end of the 2014 Ford F150 lineup has gotten even stronger as Ford Motor Company has announced that for the 2014 model year, their STX trimline will be available in the large SuperCrew configuration as well as offering the new optional STX Sport package - moves that will likely entice more value minded buyers to the nation’s bestselling vehicle.
2005 Chevrolet Corvette
Feds Upgrade Chevrolet Corvette Headlight Investigation - Big Recall Could Follow
By Patrick Rall on
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has upgraded its investigation of the 2005-2007 Chevrolet Corvette to an engineering analysis after the number of complaints has increased dramatically since the preliminary investigation was launched back in May – a move that could lead to a recall of over 100,000 Corvettes.
2014 Subaru WRX STI
Subaru blows away rival Toyota’s sales results
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru sales have blown away its chief rival Toyota and the small Japanese automaker has some decisions to make. What can we expect from Subaru in the future?
2014 Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Mercedes attack in the premium compact segment continues
By Denis Flierl on
Mercedes is having global success with the new 2014 A-Class, B-Class and four-door coupe CLA. Mercedes is attracting a new generation of global customers to the premium compact segment.
2014 Nissan Maxima
2014 Nissan Maxima pricing announced with new limited option
By Aaron Turpen on
Nissan has announced pricing for the 2014 Maxima, including new options and upgrades for their top-line model.
2013 Tesla Model S
Tesla talking with Samsung to supply battery cells
By David Herron on
Tesla Motors (NASDAQ: TSLA) could diversify its supply chain by signing up a new battery cell maker.
The Audi Quattro Sports Concept. Image courtesy of Audi Europe
Audi Quattro Sport Concept spawning rampant speculation
By Don Bain on
The new Audi Quattro Sport Concept has been generating widespread speculation about what the luxury brand will unveil at the Frankfurt auto show and its only growing stronger with Audi's released renderings of the design today.
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