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.

By Marc Stern Nov 1 2018 - 12:18am

Gas-Engined Jetta Named A Green Car Of Year Finalist

Though you would think an electric version or a hybrid model VW Jetta would be in the running for the "Green Car of the Year," you would be wrong. The turbocharged version of the seventh-generation Jetta has been name a finalist in the competition.

Honda will address engine oil diluted with gas in CR-V.

By John Goreham Oct 31 2018 - 1:46pm

Honda America Announces Plan To Address CR-V Engines With Oil Dilution Issue

Honda has a plan to address the gasoline in engine oil issue many CR-V owners are struggling with.

Steve Beahm with the Jeep Wrangler at SEMA

By Patrick Rall Oct 31 2018 - 12:37pm

Jeep Wrangler Wins Hottest SUV at SEMA for the 9th-Straight Year

The organizers of the 2018 SEMA Show in Las Vegas have announced their annual awards and for the ninth-straight year, the Jeep Wrangler was named the Hottest SUV at SEMA – an award that it has literally never lost.

By Patrick Rall Oct 31 2018 - 11:48am

Ford Wins Hottest Car, Truck and Sport Compact at SEMA 2018

Ford Motor Company has claimed three of the four awards given out by the organizers of the SEMA Show in Las Vegas for 2018, with the F-Series, Mustang and Focus being the most popular model in the truck, car and sport compact segments.

Used Subaru Outback, 10 Best Used cars under $10K,

By Denis Flierl Oct 31 2018 - 7:20am

Subaru Outback 10 Best Used Cars Under $10K; It Won’t Be Easy Finding One

The Subaru Outback is one of the 10 Best Used cars under $10K according to KBB, but good luck finding one.

By Patrick Rall Oct 30 2018 - 4:18pm

Introducing the Series 1 Mustang RTR Powered by Ford Performance

Ford Performance has teamed up with drift champion and Ford Mustang driver Vaughn Gittin Jr to create the Series 1 Mustang RTR Powered by Ford Performance, a modified pony car that will be sold in limited numbers through Ford dealerships around the country.

Pictures of Tesla Model Range, Model Y Reveal, Model U pickup render (TruckTrend), and Roadster 2

By Al Castro Oct 30 2018 - 2:17pm

With Company History Making Record Productivity and Profits and Four New Vehicles Coming, Tesla Must Turn the Page and Forge Ahead

Tesla always seems to have side distractions they can never shake off, mostly originating from their mercurial CEO. But with both record profits and productivity, Tesla mustn’t destroy momentum to seize the moment and not be distracted by FBI investigations or stock fluctuations. They have four upcoming vehicles that will help them corner the electric car market at least for a while, and they need to capitalize on that.

New 2020 Toyota Supra production date announced.

By John Goreham Oct 30 2018 - 1:59pm

First Production 2020 Toyota Supra To Be Sold January 19, 2019

The all-new 2020 Supra is about to be revealed. Toyota commits to a firm first production run date.

By Patrick Rall Oct 30 2018 - 11:47am

Two COPO Camaro Drag Cars Debut at SEMA, One is Electric

The biggest surprise from Chevrolet at the SEMA Show thus far is the introduction of two new COPO Camaro drag cars – one being the 2019 production car and the other being an all-electric, 9-second concept.

By John Goreham Oct 30 2018 - 11:23am

As If The FBI Didn't Have Enough On Its Plate - It's Now Investigating Tesla

Among its many duties protecting America, the Federal Bureau of Investigation is now taxed with proving the obvious when it comes to Tesla's fibs.

Tesla Model S kicked off Consumer Reports List

By John Goreham Oct 30 2018 - 10:23am

Tesla Model S Booted From Consumer Reports Recommended List - Again

Consumer Reports closely follows the quality of vehicles. The pricey Tesla Model S is again out of favor.

By Denis Flierl Oct 30 2018 - 7:25am

Two Shiny New Subaru WRX STIs Take On A Wicked Dry Ski Run [Video]

Watch what happens when two shiny new 2019 Subaru WRX STIs takes on a wicked dry ski run. [Video]

By Marc Stern Oct 29 2018 - 11:08pm

It Has Been A Rough Year For Lamborghini And Burning Huracans

After looking things over closely, Torque News can say that it has been a lousy year for Lambo Huracan Spyders and fires. One of them could be related to an earlier recall, but that is speculation, the others (three that we could count in total) were just bad luck.

By Marc Stern Oct 29 2018 - 6:22pm

VW’s Subcompact SUV Planned for 2020 Model Year

After telling the automotive press that the T-Cross was not heading to the U.S. market, it seems that VW still wants to have a low-end subcompact crossover/SUV. Though there is little information available now, what we do know indicates that the new vehicle will be slotted below the Tiguan, but will stlll be longer than anything available in Europe.

Whay Toyota Sienna AWD is the right choice.

By John Goreham Oct 29 2018 - 3:25pm

Considering A Toyota Sienna AWD? Here's Why It's The Right Choice

We tested a 2018 Toyota Sienna XLE AWD and discovered that it had some surprises for us.

By John Goreham Oct 29 2018 - 2:42pm

Mazda Miata Towing Advice From The Owner Of This Amazing Kayak Rig

Own a Mazda Miata and planning to tow? Here is some good advice from an owner who has done it successfully.

By Patrick Rall Oct 29 2018 - 2:38pm

Roush Nitemare Packs 650 Horsepower into the 2018 Ford F-150

Roush has announced the details of their new Nitemare package for the 2018 Ford F-150, featuring a unique look, an adaptive exhaust system and a supercharger that lifts the output to 650 horsepower – all for about $17,000 over the price of buying the truck.

Installing a roof rack on a 2018 Nissan Leaf

By Armen Hareyan Oct 29 2018 - 8:08am

Putting a Roof Rack on Your 2018 Nissan Leaf

Robert Ouimet, a 2018 Nissan Leaf owner from Canada, shares his experience of putting a roof rack on a 2018 Leaf and what he has learned from installing it.

2019 Subaru Ascent, New Subaru SUV, 3-Row SUV

By Denis Flierl Oct 29 2018 - 8:04am

Subaru Goes Big - Growing Families Say Yes To Large Ascent

The new 2019 Subaru Ascent family hauler is keeping the brand’s production afloat. Where would Subaru be without it?

2019 Subaru WRX STI, Mark Higgins, Subaru WRX STI Type RA, World record run

By Denis Flierl Oct 28 2018 - 7:55am

Subaru Releases Wild Record-Setting Run Video: Subaru WRX STI Type RA

Subaru released the record-setting run on the Transfagarasan Highway. Watch Mark Higgins take the Subaru WRX STI Type RA for a wild ride.

By Marc Stern Oct 27 2018 - 2:36pm

Will The U.S. See New Low-End T-Cross SUV? It Is Highly Unlikely

Yesterday, Volkswagen introduced its long-anticipated small SUV, the T-Cross, at simultaneous intros in Amsterdam, Shanghai, and Sao Paolo. Aside from being a standard new-car intro, we did learn that it will be sold in every major market, but the U.S. Torque News tells you why.

2019 Honda Civic Si, New Honda Civic, pricing, specs

By Denis Flierl Oct 27 2018 - 10:29am

2019 Honda Civic Si; We Get Excited About A New Radio Knob

The top-selling Honda Civic comes in sporty Si trim and gets new upgrades for the 2019 model year. See why a new knob should get you excited.

Subaru Legacy GT, drives into the ocean, Subaru all-wheel-drive capabilities

By Denis Flierl Oct 27 2018 - 7:44am

Watch Subaru Prove Its AWD Abilities In The Ocean [Video]

Watch a Subaru Legacy GT owner drive his car right into the ocean. [video]

By Mary Conway Oct 26 2018 - 10:38pm

Why Ford is Recalling 1.5 Million Focuses

Ford is recalling 1.5 million of its Focus small cars, because of a problem with its plastic fuel tank could cause the engine to stall.

2019 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat New Stripes

By Patrick Rall Oct 26 2018 - 3:26pm

2019 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Gets New Stripe Colors

We still don’t have any word on more powerful versions of the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat, but the company announced today that for the 2019 model year, the supercharged sedan can be ordered with three new dual stripe colors – including red, blue and silver.

By John Goreham Oct 26 2018 - 12:39pm

Mazda's Miata Is the Only Sports Car On This List of the 10 Most Reliable Cars

Consumer Reports is the most trusted name in vehicle reliability. Its new list of the top ten cars for reliability has only one sports car. Of course, it's the Mazda Miata.

By Patrick Rall Oct 26 2018 - 11:52am

Ken Block's 1977 Ford F-150 Packs 914 EcoBoost Horsepower

Ken Block has revealed the 1977 Ford F-150 which will play a key role in his next Gymkhana movie, but rather than a big V8, this high performance pickup packs the same V6 engine that motivates the LeMans-winning Ford GT race cars.

2019 Subaru WRX STI, Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, Subaru recall

By Denis Flierl Oct 26 2018 - 8:14am

Subaru Could Issue Massive Recall Affecting Many U.S. Models

A massive Subaru recall could be coming to Japan and will also affect many U.S. models. Will your Subaru be on the recall list?

All photos from either ChargePoint, Tesla, Electrify America, US DOE, or Porsche Media sites

By Al Castro Oct 26 2018 - 4:50am

Attention Electric Car Owners: Here’s an Update on Choices for EV Public Charging Options

One of the most frustrating things about owning an electric car is missing the easy dynamic once had by going to a gas station to refuel. As electric cars proliferate and investment money is spent, however, more and newer options, either now or coming on the horizon, will make public charging easier, and in a few cases, even for free.

By Marc Stern Oct 25 2018 - 1:46pm

Will Any Vehicles Be Added To Hyundai/Kia Fire Recall? Hearing Could Answer Question

Following the fire death of an Ohio man in a 2014 Kia Soul and the pressure of the Center for Auto Safety, a Senate panel plans November hearings into whether a Hyundai, Kia recall goes far enough. In case you didn't know, Hyundai is a partner with Kia in building cars.

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