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 Dom Kabas Aug 11 2018 - 12:02pm

Volvo Owners to Inject $1.9 billion into Making Lotus Great Again

Chinese automotive group Zhejiang Geely Holding Group (Geely), which acquired Volvo Car Group from Ford Motor Company Volvo Car Group back in 2010, announced on their planned huge sum investment to automaker Lotus. This follows Geely acquisition of controlling stake in Group Lotus in 2017.

2019 Kia Sorento, SXL, AWD, 3-Row, Review, details

By Denis Flierl Aug 11 2018 - 10:25am

2019 Kia Sorento; Smaller Footprint With 3-Row Utility

Check out the new 2019 Kia Sorento. If you need a third row occasionally, it offers a smaller footprint.

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

By Denis Flierl Aug 11 2018 - 7:22am

New Subaru Ascent Recalled For Major Structural Defects

The new 2019 Subaru Ascent is being recalled for major structural issues. See what was missed at the U.S. Subaru plant.

By Patrick Rall Aug 10 2018 - 11:56am

Ford F-150 Seat Belts Might Be Catching Fire

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation focusing on the seat belts of the 2015-2018 Ford F-150 to see if they are prone to catch fire – with five real-world cases of the seat belts bursting into flames leading to the probe.

2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester, 2.0XT, 6-speed manual, 2.0D turbo diesel

By Denis Flierl Aug 10 2018 - 7:28am

3 Popular Subaru Forester Models Are Gone Forever; Act Now If You Want One

The most endangered Subaru vehicle is the 2018 Forester 2.0XT, 6-speed manual, and 2.0D diesel. If you want one, you better act quickly.

By Marc Stern Aug 9 2018 - 10:15pm

Tuners Coax 45 More HP from Baby GTI

A tuning firm, B&B Automobiletechnik, has managed a huge jump in power for the smallest member of the Golf GTI family. The Up! GTI has had its power raised from 100 horsepower to 145 horsepower. Of course, it took a lot of work and added equipment. Here's how they did it.

Instagram Rendering NexGen Model S, Model 3 Cabin Like Model S, Safety Cage Model S

By Al Castro Aug 9 2018 - 8:27pm

Another Instagram Artist Strikes Again for Us to Contemplate What Changes Should Come on Model S

Like it was a few weeks ago when a Spanish designer took to Instagram to show his render of a proposed Tesla Semi 8 RV Camper, another artist has given us his vision of what a Tesla Model S next generation might look like with the present generation before its retirement sometime in 2021.

Taxpayers subsidize America's top-selling luxury car, the Model 3 from Tesla.

By John Goreham Aug 9 2018 - 11:49am

America Now Provides Taxpayer Subsidies To Wealthy Buyers Of the Most Popular Luxury Car Sold In the Country, The Tesla Model 3

A funny fact has emerged now that the Tesla Model 3 is America's top-selling luxury car. Taxpayers are subsidizing the price of the car regardless of the buyer's wealth.

By Patrick Rall Aug 9 2018 - 11:34am

August Camaro of the Month: Greg Dunkin's 1969 with LS9 Power

The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for August 2018 is the LS9-powered 1969 Chevrolet Camaro shown above, owned by Gregg Dunkin.

2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester, 2019 Outback, 2019 Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Aug 9 2018 - 9:27am

How Trump Tariff Impacts Subaru Customers More Than Toyota, Nissan, Honda

Subaru is at greater risk because of the Trump Tariffs. See how they impact Subaru customers more than Toyota, Nissan, Honda.

Buick driver demonstrates how new speed pass works

By Mary Conway Aug 8 2018 - 11:30pm

Buick Expands Connectivity, Makes Refueling as Easy as Pushing a Button

Buick is now giving drivers the ability to pay for their gasoline by pushing a button on their infotainment screen. No need for credit card or cash, just push the button and start pumping.

By Dom Kabas Aug 8 2018 - 10:39pm

MINI USA Meets Mid-Summer With Introduction of New Special Edition MINI 2 Hardtop

If you were in the marked for something flashy, stylish and yet fun to drive, don’t miss out on this new limited production MINI John Cooper Works Hardtop.

By Patrick Rall Aug 8 2018 - 12:52pm

Ford Builds the 10,000,000th Mustang

This morning, the 10,000,000th Ford Mustang rolled off of the assembly line at the Flat Rock, Michigan facility, marking an incredible milestone for the legendary American performance car that has become the world’s bestselling sporty car.

By Patrick Rall Aug 8 2018 - 10:52am

July Hellcat of the Month: The Epling Garage 007 Challenger

The July 2018 Hellcat of the Month as picked by the members of the SRT Hellcat and Demon Facebook Group is the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat shown above, owned by Leon Epling and raced by his son, Jason – making this Mopar muscle car a family affair.

By Denis Flierl Aug 8 2018 - 8:03am

Will Loyal Customers Give New Subaru Forester Enough Love?

Subaru Corp needs the new 2019 Forester to show up big as consumers wait for the new model. Will loyal customers give it enough love?

By Mary Conway Aug 7 2018 - 11:03pm

NASCAR's CEO Takes Indefinite Leave After Drug and DUI Arrest

NASCAR announced that CEO Brian France will take an indefinite leave of absence after France was picked up for Driving While Intoxicated and police apparently found drugs on him. TMZ sports broke the story. The big story is what happens next.

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?

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