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 Aug 7 2018 - 8:29pm

Speed, Foust Click And Have A Great 1-2 Finish

The Volkswagen Andretti team of Scott Speed and Tanner Foust stood 1-2 on the podium during the weekend's ARX Rallycross race at Trois Riviers.

By John Goreham Aug 7 2018 - 4:43pm

2019 Ford Ranger Configurator Goes Live Early - Here's What It Revealed

The online configurator for the all-new 2019 Ford Ranger went live for a bit today. The actual launch is scheduled fo next week. Here are some hints at what folks saw.

IIHS compares Tesla's Autopilot to competitors' systems

By John Goreham Aug 7 2018 - 4:15pm

IIHS Compares Tesla's Driver Automation To BMW's, Mercedes', & Volvo's - How'd Tesla Do?

IIHS has completed an initial study of Tesla's Autopilot and level 2 driver automation systems. Here's how Tesla compared.

Did Elon Musk really say Tesla might go private?

By John Goreham Aug 7 2018 - 2:42pm

Trading of Tesla Stock Halted After Apparent Tweet From Musk About Taking Tesla Private - No Word From Musk Confirming or Denying Validity

After tweets appeared on Elon Musk's twitter account about possibly taking the company private, confusion ensues. Trading halted.

2019 Hennessey Heritage Edition Ford Mustang

By Patrick Rall Aug 7 2018 - 11:32am

Hennessey's 10000th Vehicle is a Surprisingly Affordable Supercharged Ford Mustang

John Hennessey and his Texas-based tuning shop is best known for building high performance Chevrolet and Dodge products, but the company hit the 10,000-vehicle mark with a Ford Mustang – one which features a design that is available immediately for purchase in limited numbers.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Rallycross (ARX) results, Trois Rivieres, Jacques Villeneuve

By Denis Flierl Aug 7 2018 - 7:59am

Subaru WRX STI Makes Progress, Fails To Get On the Podium

The three Subaru WRX STI Rallycross Supercars makes progress in ARX but no podium finish.

By Patrick Rall Aug 6 2018 - 12:45pm

Ron Capps Drives His Dodge Charger Funny Car to Career Win #60

After losing in the final round in each of the two events leading up to the CatSpot NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways, Ron Capps and his Dodge Charger R/T funny car beat Courtney Force in the finals this past weekend to grab his second win of the season and the 60th win of his career.

New radar system makes Ford Ranger safer when towing.

By John Goreham Aug 6 2018 - 12:40pm

2019 Ford Ranger Uses Radar To Make Towing Safer and Easier

Ford's new blind spot trailer monitoring system will help make towing safer.

Lexus and Toyota dominate list of most reliable CPO cars.

By John Goreham Aug 6 2018 - 11:44am

Toyota & Lexus Dominate List of Most Reliable Certified Pre-Owned Cars

In a new study half of the top eight most reliable cars come from Toyota and Lexus.

By John Goreham Aug 6 2018 - 11:22am

Ford Ranger Takes On Mercedes X-Class, VW Amarok, Toyota Hilux in Australia - How'd It Do?

Can the aging Ranger in the Asia Pacific Market hold its own against the newer international midsize trucks?

2019 Subaru Ascent, New Subaru SUV, 3-Row SUV, eBird app, bird watching

By Denis Flierl Aug 6 2018 - 8:00am

New Subaru Ascent App Is For the Birds

If you are into birds, the new Subaru ascent 3-Row family hauler is the vehicle for you. See what Subaru is offering bird watchers.

e.Home e-Camper exterior, truck cab by Iveco

By Al Castro Aug 6 2018 - 2:04am

e.Home Offers an e-Solution to Long Term Off-Grid Camping: Solar Electric

We continue our series of reports on EV camping, an industry taking off like wildfire in both the retirement and surprisingly Millennial demographics. In this story I will address the challenges of what EV campers face once they get to their camp site.

By Mary Conway Aug 5 2018 - 11:33pm

Detroit Keeps Grand Prix, Creates Momentum for New Auto Show Dates

Detroit leaders have voted to keep the Belle Isle Grand Prix for at least three more years, revving up excitement in June for the new North American International Auto Show. NAIAS is moving to June in 2020.

By Denis Flierl Aug 5 2018 - 8:07am

Toyota Prius Gets More Love Than New Subaru WRX/STI

According to J.D. Power, the Toyota Prius gets more love from new owners than the Subaru WRX/STI. Has excitement for the WRX/STI left the building?

By Marc Stern Aug 4 2018 - 4:12pm

Just Introduced, Audi Is Already Planning An RS Version Of The Q3

With Audi's new Q3 creating quite a stir, there's a new report that a new RS model of the Q3 is in the planning stage and should be delivered sometime in the 2019 sales year.

2019 Subaru Outback features, standard EyeSight,

By Denis Flierl Aug 4 2018 - 8:09am

Is Subaru Outback Losing It’s Game? Sales Drop Again In 2018

The Subaru Outback is the brand's number one selling nameplate, but it slipped again. Is Outback losing its game?

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Crosstrek, Car and Driver Editor’s Choice Award

By Denis Flierl Aug 3 2018 - 4:28pm

New Subaru Crosstrek Scores Car and Driver Editor’s Choice Award

Subaru Crosstrek earns Car and Driver Editor’s Choice Award. See why it’s a top pick for consumers.

By Patrick Rall Aug 3 2018 - 12:46pm

Ford Trucks Had Another Bangin Month in July

The entire lineup of Ford trucks and vans had a great month in July, up 10.2% from the same month last year as the F-Series continues to grow and as the big vans saw their numbers double from one year ago.

By Patrick Rall Aug 3 2018 - 12:05pm

Ram Recalls 2015-2017 Trucks for Troublesome Tailgate Latches

FCA is recalling roughly 1.15-million Ram trucks in the United States over a concern that the tailgate could unexpectedly pop open when the vehicle is in motion – potentially creating hazardous conditions for other drivers if cargo begins falling out of the bed at speed.

Harley Davidson Electric Motorcycle - Large 1200x900

By Al Castro Aug 3 2018 - 11:05am

Harley Davidson Caves to Millennials with EV Motorcycles

Finding themselves in the same situation they were ironically in back in the 1970’s facing record loses toward bankruptcy, Harley Davidson, the storied motorcycle company had to swallow some bitter reality medicine and face up to changing times with a younger generation that the company turned off with motorcycles their fathers rode, and their Millennial sons (and daughters) never liked. And now here comes the Harley Davidson electric motorcycle.

2018 Porsche Panamera White Color Front View

By Dom Kabas Aug 3 2018 - 10:00am

Porsche Reports Increased Deliveries and Here Is The Best Selling Porsche Model

As Volkswagen, Jaguar Land-Rover and Porsche report their sales and deliveries, let's look at the best selling Porsche model and the driving factors behind car makers' success.

2019 Subaru WRX STI, 2019 Subaru WRX, Series.Gray

By Denis Flierl Aug 3 2018 - 7:12am

New Subaru WRX/STI Loses Big Power; Drops 31 Percent

The 2018 Subaru WRX/STI loses power in a big way. It leads the brand in sales drop.

2018 Mazda6 earns Top Safety Pick award.

By John Goreham Aug 2 2018 - 5:10pm

2018 Mazda6 Earns Top Safety Pick Honors From IIHS

The newly refreshed Mazda6 is a Top Safety pick from IIHS.

Nissan NV Electric Camper (top) and VW Buzz ID Bus (bottom)

By Al Castro Aug 2 2018 - 10:24am

Limited EV Camper Market Options Makes Tesla Create a Camper Mode for its Cars

With all the fast paced changes occurring in the EV world from a Tented Model 3 to a Class 8 Mighty Tesla Semi RV Camper coached by Instagram, has unfortunately left EVers with an inescapable reality: this summer they’re left short handed with few camping vehicle options. What’s presently selling they’re not selling them here in the states. And Teslarites are taking the matter into their own hands.

2018 Ford Mustang GT with Performance Pack 2

By Patrick Rall Aug 2 2018 - 10:23am

Ford Mustang Beats Dodge Challenger in July Muscle Car Sales Race

Sales numbers from July 2018 are in and for the 5th month in a row, the Ford Mustang is the bestselling muscle car (and the bestselling 2-door sporty car) in the United States – leading the Dodge Challenger by roughly 1,100 units.

2019 Nissan Frontier, new Frontier pickup

By Denis Flierl Aug 2 2018 - 7:52am

New Nissan Frontier Begins Production; Argentina Gets It Done Before U.S.

Nissan begins building the new-generation 2019 Frontier, but Argentina gets it done before US.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Subaru Ascent, New Subaru SUV, 3-Row SUV

By Denis Flierl Aug 2 2018 - 7:18am

New Subaru Crosstrek, Ascent Deliver Big For the Brand

The newly-redesigned Crosstrek and all-new Ascent 3-Row are delivering big for Subaru. See how they send the brand to another record.

By Marc Stern Aug 1 2018 - 11:31pm

Volkswagen Continues To Ride The Sales Wave To July Success

Volkswagen keeps moving from sales success to sales success as July 2018 saw more achievement that keep has kept the automaker having another sale victory

By Mary Conway Aug 1 2018 - 11:19pm

Why Buick is giving the 2019 Regal the Luxury Avenir Treatment

While other auto companies may be eliminating most of their sedans, Buick is giving one of their new 4-door sedans the luxury treatment. Buick has made an important discovery.

Ford Ranger tops most desired vehicle list.

By John Goreham Aug 1 2018 - 3:43pm

Ford Ranger Is The Most Desired Vehicle In Which European Country?

Americans are not the only ones who love pickup trucks as this new European vehicle survey found.

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