Latest 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.

2020 Prius Prime Night Time City Streets Taxi, Uber, Lyft

By Peter Neilson Oct 9 2019 - 11:53pm

3 Factors Why Taxi Drivers Prefer The Toyota Prius Over Any Other Hybrid

If you have ever wondered why you see so many Toyota Prius cars that are taxis, there is a reason. Actually, there are many. If you have ever considered being a taxi, Uber or Lyft driver, this information will help you understand why a Prius is a best option.

By Justin Nohe Oct 9 2019 - 7:51pm

These 5 Features Borrowed From The C8.R Will Make The C8 Corvette Z06 Almost Perfect

The C8.R recently made its debut and it is a fantastic looking machine, but what if the parts that make the C8.R so impressive were shared with the next model of C8 Corvette?

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 9 2019 - 3:35pm

Meet the World's Quickest Naturally Aspirated 6g Camaro

Brandon Hill’s 2017 Chevy is the quickest naturally aspirated 6th gen Camaro in the world, running a 9.44 at 142 miles per hour.

2020 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody in TorRed

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 9 2019 - 1:23pm

2020 Dodge Charger First Drive: Scat Pack is Great, Hellcat is Greater

Whether you pick the 2020 Dodge Charger R/T Scat Pack with the optional widebody package or the Hellcat with the standard widebody package, the wider wheels and tires make both cars even greater sport sedans.

2019 Honda Civic, new Civic, best lease deals, specs, features, price

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 9 2019 - 11:58am

Honda Is Offering You The Best Lease Deal On The New Civic Now

Honda wants to move out all remaining 2019 Civic models before the 2020 model change arrives. See what Honda Civic buyers can get.

By Eric Way Oct 9 2019 - 11:17am

Results of My 1,000-Mile Trip in a Chevy Bolt EV

People still has how far, how fast, and how much when it comes to traveling in an electric car. Here are the results of my 1,000-mile trip through California in a 2017 Chevy Bolt EV.

2020 Subaru Forester, Subaru Outback, Subaru Crosstrek, WRX, worst drivers

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 9 2019 - 8:26am

4 Reasons Why You Say Subaru Drivers Are The Worst

If you are buying a 2020 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, or WRX, beware that other drivers don’t like you. Here’s four reasons why.

By Peter Neilson Oct 9 2019 - 1:33am

3 Signs You Should Sell Your Toyota Prius

If we get right down to it, nothing lasts forever, including the Toyota Prius. The hard part is not if you get rid of it, but when. Here are 3 signs you should dump your old Prius and get a new one.

Clarence Garner witht the 2020 red Chevrolet Corvette C8

By Clarence Garner Oct 8 2019 - 4:38pm

General Motors Gave Me The Keys to the New 2020 C8 Mid Engine Corvette

Chevrolet gave me so many opportunities to be around the new 2020 Chevrolet Corvette C8. Some of the bigwigs actually gave me permission to drive this new Corvette.

Best winter snow tires for Tesla Model 3.

By John Goreham G+ Oct 8 2019 - 3:12pm

Here Are The Best Winter Snow Tires For The Tesla Model 3

Looking for winter snow tires for your Tesla Model 3? Here are the ones owners liked best.

By John Goreham G+ Oct 8 2019 - 1:41pm

These Are The Best Winter Snow Tires For Your Toyota RAV4

We overview the best winer snow tires for your Toyota RAV4.

2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible top opened

By Armen Hareyan G+ Oct 8 2019 - 12:40pm

The 2019 BMW M850i xDrive Is a Powerful Convertible with Explosive Power

Last year BMW replaced the already-prestigious 6 Series with even more prestigious 8 Series. BMW 8 Series are available in coupe, convertible and soon Grand Coupe four-door body styles. The 2018 xDrive Convertible was worth $113,000, but the 2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible costs $130,745. Some reviewers have already called it an expensive bargain.

2020 Honda CR-V, new features, safety tech, fuel mileage

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 8 2019 - 10:22am

New Honda CR-V, What Owners Say About The SUV

The 2020 Honda CR-V gets some new exterior styling but Honda doesn’t want to mess with its success. See what owners say about the CR-V.

2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport Midnight Black TRD Off-Road Barcelona Red back end

By Jeff Teague Oct 8 2019 - 8:47am

How to Choose Between 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport vs TRD Off-Road

For many people it is an easy decision to buy a Toyota Tacoma. The hard part is picking what one to get. We give you tips to choose between 2020 Tacoma TRD Off-Road and TRD Sport.

2020 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent, best winter cars, best AWD SUVs

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 8 2019 - 8:10am

7 Easy Tips To Prepare Your AWD Subaru Or Any Car Now For Winter Adventure

The 2020 Subaru Forester, Outback, Ascent, and new Crosstrek are great winter vehicles but you need to be ready for the snow. Here are 7 easy steps to get your Subaru ready for winter driving.

Tesla model S white 2018 P100D dual motor

By Peter Neilson Oct 7 2019 - 9:51pm

3 Major Reasons Toyota Prius Owners Love A Tesla More

Tesla. A car that really needs no introduction into what it is and how it has created a movement that has revolutionized the auto industry in a similar way Prius has. Owners bought the Prius for various reasons, but now are buying Teslas. Here are 3 major reasons why they are changing brands.

By Marc Stern Oct 7 2019 - 6:12pm

Results Surprising When European Ford Trucks Line Up For Drag Race

Ford trucks were involved in drag racing recently against a pair of pickups from Volkswagen, the Amarok, and Mercedes X-Class. The VW was the consistent winner with the Mercedes coming in second overall. The results for the Ford duo were surprising.

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 7 2019 - 2:05pm

2020 Dodge Charger Production: All Daytona Hellcats to be Built in 2019

We still don’t know when the first 2020 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat widebody will be delivered, but we know that all of the Daytona versions will be built during the 2019 calendar year.

By John Goreham G+ Oct 7 2019 - 1:15pm

Here Are The Best Winter Snow Tires For Your Toyota Camry

Looking for the top-rated winter tires for your Toyota Camry before the snow flies? Here are the top choices.

By John Goreham G+ Oct 7 2019 - 11:37am

Tesla Model 3's Interesting Impact on BMW Sales

The Tesla Model 3 appears to have had an impact on BMW's sales. But not the way Tesla fans imagine.

2020 Subaru Forester, best SUVs for families, 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, best backseat space

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 7 2019 - 7:19am

New Subaru Forester And Crosstrek Ranked Number One For Unlikely Reasons

The 2020 Subaru Forester and Crosstrek are ranked #1 by Consumer Reports in two key areas for consumers. See where the 2020 Forester and Crosstrek are best.

Ford Ranger Among Semi-Finalists In NACTOY Program

By Marc Stern Oct 6 2019 - 4:11pm

5 Ford Products Make It To Award Program’s Semi-Final Stage

Ford has an embarrassment of riches in the NACTOY award semi-finals this year as five of its most popular truck and SUV models have made it to this plateau.

By Peter Neilson Oct 6 2019 - 3:22pm

Gen 2 Toyota Prius Gives A Subaru WRX Some Competition

I am a Prius driver so I know they have some decent acceleration, this caught me totally by surprise when this guy sent me a video of the Prius behind him. What he said really surprised me.

By Eric Way Oct 6 2019 - 11:56am

2017 Chevy Bolt EV Trip Report: The First 500 Miles

This article is the second part of my three-part series detailing how to drive long distances in a 2017 Chevy Bolt EV. Let's dive into the details of the first 500 miles of the trip.

2020 Toyota 86, Toyota 86 valve spring engine recall, Subaru BRZ recall

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 6 2019 - 10:16am

Customer Reports NZ Toyota Dealer Poured Used Oil In After 86 Engine Recall

A Toyota dealer in New Zealand is reported to have put used oil in a customer’s Toyota 86 after doing an engine recall. See what Toyota NZ says.

By Jeff Teague Oct 6 2019 - 8:49am

2020 Toyota Tacoma Offers New Blacked-Out SX Package

With the launch of 2020 Toyota Tacoma comes many new upgrades and additions. Find out all that is included in the new SX Package and how you can get it.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Crosstrek, 2018 Legacy, 2017-2018 Impreza, 2018 BRZ, Starlink class-action lawsuit

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 6 2019 - 6:18am

Subaru Customers Get Preliminary Approval To $6.2M Starlink Class-Action Settlement

The class-action lawsuit against Subaru of America concerning the $6.2 million Starlink case has received preliminary approval. See what it means for customers.

Chevy Bolt Electric Vehicles at Chargepoint

By Eric Way Oct 5 2019 - 11:55am

My Trip Planning for a 1,000 Mile Chevy Bolt Road Trip

Many people who are considering buying an electric car need to make occasional make long trips, but they wonder whether they can. In this three-part series, I will share how I plan and execute my regular 1,000-mile trips in a 2017 Chevy Bolt EV.

2020 Honda Civic, best compact cars, pricing, features, specs

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 5 2019 - 10:06am

You Set The New Honda Civic On Fire And They Can’t Put It Out

The new 2020 Honda Civic is on fire and it appeals to new-car shoppers. See what it has to offer first-time buyers.

2012 Toyota RAV4 V6 engine barcelona red front end

By Jeff Teague Oct 5 2019 - 9:25am

Why Toyota Should Bring Back the RAV4 V6 Engine

Toyota has rolled solely with a 4-cylinder option on its RAV4 models, including the 2019 RAV4, for many years. We look at why bringing back a V6 engine to the RAV4 family is a good idea.