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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 Douglas Stansfield Dec 26 2015 - 12:20pm

A Smart Watch for Christmas: Is an EV Next?

One thing is for sure, you can get information about your state of charge for your Ford Electric Vehicles. The Ford Motor company has created an app for the android and apply eco system smart watch families that works together with Ford’s SYNC system. The smart watch app is very practical and useful for checking on the status of the car’s state of charge.

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 26 2015 - 8:54am

Video: 10 ways Colin McRae influenced the 2016 WRX STI

It was twenty years ago that Colin McRae won the first World Rally Championship title with Subaru. How did this spawn the 2016 Subaru WRX STI?

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 26 2015 - 8:32am

Video: 5 reasons why the BMW M4 GTS lapped the Nurburgring in 7:28

Who is Joerg Weidinger? He is one of the lead engineers who helped develop the BMW M4 GTS supercar. Watch him lap the Nurburgring in 7:28.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Dec 25 2015 - 11:29pm

Pricing Announced for 2016 Nissan Pathfinder, 2016 Murano

Nissan has announced official manufacturer suggested retail prices for the 2016 Pathfinder and Murano. Each receives a few upgrades to go with the new model year as well.

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 24 2015 - 8:56am

Takata recall expands to include 340,000 more Subaru vehicles

Subaru of America is recalling more vehicles for the Takata air bag issue. Is your Outback, Legacy or Baja on the list?

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 24 2015 - 7:34am

Tokyo Auto Salon is all STI with 3 new concepts and 4 race cars

The Tokyo Auto Salon is going to be all-STI for Subaru. What 7 STI models will they bring?

By Parks McCants G+ Dec 23 2015 - 9:00pm

Effective vibration fix reported by happy 2015 Honda CR-V owners

Last month Honda generated a 19 page dealership service bulletin for Honda’s problematic 2015 CR-V.

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 23 2015 - 11:28am

There’s no autonomous Outback in Subaru’s future

Subaru is developing new EyeSight safety technology for their entire lineup. Why aren’t they developing an autonomous Subaru Outback?

MINI Cooper S, MINI Cooper, MINI, Cooper

By Will Maley Dec 23 2015 - 10:08am

BMW Ends Up In Hot Water With NHTSA for This Simple Reason

The last thing BMW wants to do is being on the wrong side of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 23 2015 - 7:34am

10 reasons why BMW M3/M4 will lose its top spot to the M2

The M3 and M4 are currently BMW’s best selling M models, but that is likely to change. Will the new M2 take over the top spot?

By John Goreham G+ Dec 22 2015 - 5:03pm

Does Audi’s Holiday Advertisement Deceive Consumers?

Audi’s new advertisement compares its current model to an older Lexus model.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 22 2015 - 3:39pm

Mazda just changed the 2016 CX-5 crossover

It’s not even 2016 yet, and Mazda already changed the 2016 CX-5. Here’s what’s up.

By Patrick Rall G+ Dec 22 2015 - 1:28pm

Lingenfelter, Magnuson Supercharge the 2016 Camaro SS

The supercharging experts at Magnuson have teamed up with Lingenfelter to design the first forced induction setup for the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS, and while they haven’t rolled out the specs on the 6th gen supercharger – the output should be well over 600 horsepower.

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By Will Maley Dec 22 2015 - 10:01am

Audi Surprises Some Of Their Fans For The Holidays

It isn't common for an automaker to surprise their fans with a gift for the holidays.

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 22 2015 - 9:11am

Subaru WRX isn’t the only WRX/STI engine to win Ward’s 10 Best

Subaru’s popular 2016 WRX wins Ward’s prestigious “10 Best Engines” 2016 accolade again. How many times has WRX STI won the award?

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 22 2015 - 7:16am

Video: Here’s a Subaru Driving School you want to avoid

Subaru produced a 2016 Forester Wild Driving School video: Be careful, the brutal driving school is in session.

Mercedes-Benz, CEO, Dietmar Exler, Mercedes-Benz USA CEO Dietmar Exler

By Will Maley Dec 21 2015 - 2:28pm

Who Is The New Boss at Mercedes-Benz USA and Where Is He Taking The Company

There's a changing of the guard at Mercedes-Benz's US office.

By Patrick Rall G+ Dec 21 2015 - 1:59pm

Watch the Shelby GT350 Mustang Hit 170 on the Hennessey Dyno with 482rwhp

The folks at Hennessey are working on a high performance package for the new Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang, but before building the beast – they strapped it to the dyno for baseline measurements and a quick dash up to 170 miles per hour.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 21 2015 - 12:15pm

Why Did Toyota Just Pick This Tire For 2016 Tacoma?

Many new 2016 Toyota Tacomas will come with a very impressive tire choice based on our testing.

By Will Maley Dec 21 2015 - 11:16am

Lamborghini Considers Making A Huracán For Every Potential Supercar Buyer

How do you bring in more supercar buyers to your brand?

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By Will Maley Dec 21 2015 - 9:51am

Mercedes-Benz Gives the 2016 GLA Class Some Small Updates

Even though it was introduced back in 2014, the GLA-Class is now the second-oldest model in Mercedes-Benz's utility lineup. The German automaker thought it was time to give the GLA some small updates.

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 21 2015 - 7:51am

Colin McRae’s dominating tribute STI on display at Autosport International

The Subaru WRX STI that was built to tribute racing great Colin McRae will be on display for rally fans. Where can fans see the STI?

By Aaron Turpen G+ Dec 20 2015 - 9:21pm

Big Technology Underscores Infiniti VR V6 Engines In the New Q50

When Infiniti unveiled the heavily updated Q50 sedan this week, the biggest changes were all under the hood. Including a completely new engine series for the premium sedan.

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 20 2015 - 7:32am

Subaru Switzerland sends American STI fans warm WRXmas greetings

Subaru fans in Switzerland love the 2016 Subaru WRX STI as much as American performance enthusiasts. They send WRXmas wishes.

By Parks McCants G+ Dec 19 2015 - 2:29pm

HondaPro Jason: No Honda Civic Si for 2016

American Honda Motors will not market a Civic Si available in any variant for 2016. Here’s why.

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By Will Maley Dec 19 2015 - 11:52am

How Much Would You Pay For The 2 Millionth Land Rover Defender?

What do you think is the price for the 2 Millionth Land Rover Defender, $40,000, $80,000 or maybe $125,000?

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 19 2015 - 9:42am

Video: Lasek drives WRX STI Nurburgring-winning car at secret track

Watch Bucky Lasek get a rare opportunity to visit STI facilities in Japan and drive the Subaru WRX STI Nurburgring-winning car. At STI’s secret test track?

By Armen Hareyan G+ Dec 19 2015 - 9:14am

What I Learned From Reading Ford F-150 Owners Discussion About Possible F-150 Diesel

In the story Patrick wrote that "while the EcoBoost engines have made Ford the most fuel efficient gas-powered pickup – a small diesel in the F150 could make it the most fuel efficient half ton truck in the segment." I wanted to see what F-150 EcoBoost owners think about the idea and here is what I learned from their discussion, which you can partially read below.

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 19 2015 - 7:43am

Sport Package doesn’t get Crosstrek any closer to an STI

Subaru is offering some STI-branded accessories for the 2016 Crosstrek. Will performance enthusiasts see a Crosstrek STI soon?

By Parks McCants G+ Dec 19 2015 - 1:18am

2017 Honda Ridgeline Teaser may reveal separate truck bed assembly

Looking to the teaser image, a couple of question arise as to Ridgeline platform engineering. Ridgeline's integrated cargo bed may be a thing of the past.

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