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.

Prius scores high on list of vehicles with most annual miles.

By John Goreham Jul 11 2018 - 12:00pm

Toyota Prius Scores Very High On List of Older Cars With Most Annual Miles

The Toyota Prius is well-known as a high-mileage car. Here is more data to support that fact.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek, new Crosstrek plug-in-hybrid, Crosstrek PHEV

By Denis Flierl Jul 11 2018 - 7:59am

Subaru Gets On a New Vision Fast After Fuel-Mileage Cheating Scandal; What It Means For Consumers

Subaru Corporation gets on a new Vision STEP plan fast after the fuel-mileage cheating scandal. What does it mean for consumers?

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Nitro World Games, Rallycross, NRX

By Denis Flierl Jul 11 2018 - 7:04am

Subaru Enters 3 WRX STIs Into First-Ever Nitro Rallycross (NRX)

Subaru announces three WRX STI Supercars will enter the Nitro World Games and first-ever Nitro Rallycross (NRX). See what top rallycross drivers will be there.

By Tim Healey Jul 10 2018 - 1:39pm

Mazda RX-7 Sets Speed Record

There’s a lot of records out there, all made to be broken. A Mazda RX-7 has broken the half-mile speed record for rotary engines.

By Tim Healey Jul 10 2018 - 1:39pm

Mazda Plays Up Japanese Roots to Entice Hispanic Buyers

Most people know that Mazda is a Japanese car company. Now the brand is playing up its Japanese roots in advertising aimed at Hispanic buyers.

By Patrick Rall Jul 10 2018 - 11:26am

2019 Ford Mustang GT: 3 Key Configurations Priced Out

Here is a look at the cost of the 2019 Ford Mustang GT fastback in 3 key performance-minded configurations, including a “bang for the buck” build for the automatic and manual transmission, as well as a build that loads on every possible go-fast option.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 10 2018 - 10:37am

Tesla Concerns: Why or Why Not

Regarding the future of Tesla there are both concerns and appreciation for Elon Musk.

By Parks McCants Jul 10 2018 - 9:45am

5 Tips for Buying or Selling a Used Honda Civic

With millions of used cars on the market, Torque News readers reach out for “how to” advice when it comes to selling or buying a used Honda Civic. Back in January we touched on a few buying and selling basics. What are they, and how can you be successful in the used car game? We share 5 essential tips that every used car buyer should know.

2019 Subaru Outback, 3.6R six-cylinder boxer engine, pricing

By Denis Flierl Jul 10 2018 - 7:30am

2019 Subaru Outback Keeps 3.6R Trim; But Not For Long

Subaru announced pricing on the 2019 Outback and Legacy models. Subaru keeps the 3.6R six-cylinder Boxer for now.

By Al Castro Jul 10 2018 - 2:21am

What Comes After Chevy Bolt: There’s an Electric GM in Your Future

GM’s race for 20 electric cars by 2023 is underway with two concept cars that most likely will go into production. They’re both Chinese Buicks, for now, one is a wagon, the other, an SUV with the potential to become something so much more.

By Marc Stern Jul 9 2018 - 9:18pm

Thanks To Flexible Platform, A New Beetle May Be In VW’s Future

Thanks to the MEB platform's flexibility, the folks at Volkswagen haven't ruled out bringing back the Beetle in two or three years. The platform can be adjusted for any electric vehicle. The I.D. series, VW's bread-and-butter EV's of the future, all feature this platform.

LeMans Sunset 350Z Industrial Night Shot

By Jordan Yan Jul 9 2018 - 5:38pm

The Best Option For Nissan To keep Z Cars Relevant and The 4 Liter 400Z

As Nissan continues to increase engine size with the 400Z to keep up with the horsepower wars, it should consider other ways to bring the Z back to the forefront and make it relevant again.

By John Goreham Jul 9 2018 - 5:01pm

Tesla Model 3 Deliveries Drop In June - Toyota Prius Prime Has Outsold Model 3 Since Its Arrival

Despite the hype from Tesla, the company delivered less Model 3 cars last month than it did the month before. On the other hand, Toyota Prius Prime has outsold Model 3.

Video reveals Ford Ranger Raptor tire choice

By John Goreham Jul 9 2018 - 3:32pm

How Will Ford's New Ranger Raptor's Tires Compare to Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro's and Chevy Colorado ZR2

A new video showing the Ford Ranger in production lets slip the tire size used. Comparing Ford Ranger Raptor's tires with toyota Tacoma TRD Pro's and Chevy Colorado ZR2's tires.

By John Goreham Jul 9 2018 - 2:45pm

Watch Ford Build The New Ranger Raptor

Ford has started volume production of the 2018 Ranger Raptor for Asia/Pacific markets. Here is the assembly line in action.

By Max Marck Jul 9 2018 - 1:46pm

5 Rules for Modifying Your Miata (Or Any Car)

Take a look at just about any automotive forum or website, and you will inevitably come across new members asking what kind of modifications would be good on their cars. Between the responses berating the poster for not making use of various search functions, you will find members telling the newbie to keep his or her car stock. Is there a good way to modify a car? Let's take a look using the example of modifying a Mazda Miata.

By Patrick Rall Jul 9 2018 - 1:02pm

July Camaro of the Month: John Watkins' 1968 RS

The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for July 2018 is the 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS shown here, owned by John Watkins of Lakeland, Florida.

Matt Hagan Celebrates a Dodge Charger Win

By Patrick Rall Jul 9 2018 - 12:15pm

Hagan's Dodge Charger Gets Second-Straight Funny Car Victory

The Don Schumacher Racing Dodge Charger funny cars drivers didn’t get off to the same strong start in 2018 that they had in the past few years, but with Matt Hagan winning his second straight event this past weekend, DSR cars have now won three races in a row – breaking up the early season dominance of the John Force Racing Chevrolet Camaros.

By Al Castro Jul 9 2018 - 9:43am

The RV World Just Got More Electrified with Tesla Semi RV Camper Concept

Recently a Spanish designer based in Madrid created a rendering of a Tesla Semi Class 8 Tractor heavily modified to be an RV camper. He then posted it on Instagram. It instantly went viral and caused such a frenzy on the Internet to bring to the imagination the possibilities of such a vehicle that Tesla could make.

By Al Castro Jul 9 2018 - 8:49am

Road Rover Will Be Land Rover's 1st Real EV as Company Is Making Unheard of Changes

More information emerges about the soon upcoming new Land Rover model, the Road Rover. Scheduled for production and sale by 2020, what was rumored to be Land Rover’s first luxury saloon based on the upcoming next generation all electric Jaguar XJ, it will instead be Land Rover’s first all electric all terrain wagon variant of Jaguar’s flagship.

2018 Nissan Frontier, new Frontier, 2019 Frontier

By Denis Flierl Jul 9 2018 - 8:00am

Why the Out-Dated Nissan Frontier Is Your Best Buy Now

Should you wait for the next-generation 2019 Nissan Frontier? The 2018 Model could be your best buy now.

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

By Denis Flierl Jul 9 2018 - 7:14am

New Subaru Ascent 3-Row is Off To a Fast Start With Families

The all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row family hauler gets off to a fast start. See how many Subaru sold in the first two weeks.

2018 Nissan Rogue, Review, features, specs, ProPILOT

By Denis Flierl Jul 8 2018 - 7:55am

2018 Nissan Rogue SL AWD; ProPILOT Helps Ease Driver Fatigue

See how the new Nissan Rogue with ProPILOT helps ease driver fatigue.

2019 Subaru Ascent, New Subaru SUV, 3-Row SUV, Lift kit by LP Adventure

By Denis Flierl Jul 8 2018 - 7:09am

New Ascent Lifted by LP Aventure is an SUV Subaru Needs to Build

Check out the new 2019 Subaru Ascent lifted by LP Aventure. It’s what Subaru needs to build.

By Marc Stern Jul 7 2018 - 11:44pm

Is Bonneville Salt Flat Mark Next To Fall To Volkswagen?

Volkswagen, having just won three major speed marks, is seeking yet another next month in Utah as the 2019 Jetta GLI will compete for best time on the great Bonneville Salt Lake.

By Parks McCants Jul 7 2018 - 1:18pm

2019 Mazda CX3 Performance Absolutely Kills it!

Granted, I’ll get beat up by my fellow automotive journalist for click baiting yoou into the reading this short but happy drive review. No hype, 2019 Mazda CX3 absolutely kills it when it comes to an affordable fun to drive sports hatchback. What’s new for 2019?

By Max Marck Jul 7 2018 - 11:45am

Porsche Has a 1-2 Advantage After Canadian Tire Motorsports Park Practice, and They're Focused on Repeating Success

After a difficult and hard-won podium at Watkins Glen, Porsche has dropped one spot in the IMSA manufacturer championship. Now, they're coming back with a vengeance.

By Parks McCants Jul 7 2018 - 10:54am

2019 Honda HR-V Subcompact SUV Gets an Injection of Refinement and Safety

Long a segment leader for American Honda Motors, 2019 Honda HR-V comes to market this Summer with several features one wouldn’t anticipate enjoying in the maker’s most affordable sport utility vehicle.

Subaru Crosstrek safety, Subaru 360, Subaru safety

By Denis Flierl Jul 7 2018 - 9:19am

How Subaru Goes From Selling Most Unsafe Car in America to Safest

Consumer Reports called the Subaru 360 the “most unsafe car on the market. See how Subaru changed that in a big way.

Two systems and methods of chevy volt and nissan leaf battery coolants

By Armen Hareyan Jul 7 2018 - 8:19am

Chevy Volt's Liquid Cooled Battery vs Nissan Leaf's Air Cooled Battery: 2 Systems

Chevrolet and Nissan use two different systems to cool their electric cars' batteries. Chevy is using the liquid to cool its batteries in Chevy Volts and Chevy Bolts, whereas Nissan is using the air cooling method to cool Leaf's battery. They both have pros and cons.

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