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.

2018 Infiniti QX80 4WD, review, features, price

By Denis Flierl Jun 29 2018 - 11:34am

2018 Infiniti QX80 4WD; Plenty of Strengths for Growing Families

This week we drive the 2018 Infiniti QX80 4WD. See why the big SUV surprised us.

By Al Castro Jun 29 2018 - 11:19am

A Different Kind of Circus Comes to Fremont: Tesla Pitches a Tent To Save Model 3 and Itself

In an attempt to wrestle its finances to focus on competition and avert bankruptcy, Tesla tries once again to do something that hasn’t been done before in automotive history. And Model 3 customers wind up benefiting.

By Max Marck Jun 29 2018 - 11:16am

Mazdas Showed Up to SCCA Champ Tours in Big Numbers, and They're Cleaning Up

It's a well known fact that Mazdas are popular in motorsports. Torquenews has written about it before. But Mazda is making motorsports headlines again, this time in the world of autocross. They are not just common at SCCA's Championship Tour autocrosses, they're consistent winners.

By Tom Wyrick Jun 29 2018 - 10:44am

Jeep and Tesla Have 2 Things in Common: The Fun Factor and Community

While Tesla owners don't have the Jeep Wave, Tesla and Jeep still have two very important things in common. They both have great communities and the fun factor.

2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester, Forester 2.0XT, 6-speed manual

By Denis Flierl Jun 29 2018 - 8:25am

Subaru Rains On Parade By Killing 2 Forester Features Loved By Fans

The all-new 2019 Subaru Forester loses two key features. Why did Subaru rain on fan's parade?

By Max Marck Jun 28 2018 - 11:18am

The 2 Biggest Reasons that Meeting Production Numbers May Not Be Enough for Tesla

In a recent email, Tesla's Elon Musk stated that skeptics who doubted that the Model 3 would have strong production were "in for a rude awakening." However, there may be reason, or two reasons, to believe that this confidence is premature, despite improvements.

By Al Castro Jun 28 2018 - 9:04am

Tesla's EV Pickup Is Aiming at F-150 But The Open Field May Soon Close

Tesla may introduce a Ford F-150 pickup truck killer by 2020. The EV truck field is still open to the introductions of bold and courageous electric pickup trucks. But is Ford's F series hybrid the remedy or antidote to a revamped proposed Tesla EV Pickup truck?

2019 Subaru Forester, Import auto tariffs

By Denis Flierl Jun 28 2018 - 7:36am

Auto Tariff Could Add $5,800 to New Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, WRX/STI

Import auto tariffs could add $5,800 to a new Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, and WRX/STI. See how it could affect U.S. sales.

By Marc Stern Jun 28 2018 - 12:55am

Like as not, Today’s Recalls Are Driven By Electronics

Owners of Audi A6 and A7 models will soon receive some sort of news from the manufacturer that they have a problem with their cars and that they should return to a dealership as soon as possible. Right now, their best advice is either to stop driving the car or leaving passengers out of the front passenger's seat. The choice is yours!!

By Al Castro Jun 27 2018 - 11:01pm

If Toyota Tweaks The 2018 Century It Could Be a Lexus or Ghost Killer

Toyota has its new version of the Century out. It's rebranded, can be a Lexus or Rolls Royce Ghost killer, but it's disappointing that Toyota is not bringing it globally. By the way, the 2018 Toyota Century costs as much as two Lexuses or one McLaren. The cost of the 2018 Toyota Century is $178,000. Why not make it a Lexus, which is Toyota's luxury brand?

By Max Marck Jun 27 2018 - 10:43am

After Dominating at Historic Lemans, Porsche is Poised for Success

It's been 10 days since Porsche took the GTE class at Lemans with a 1-2 finish. With this substantial victory, Porsche is positioned as the points leader going into round 5 of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.

By John Goreham Jun 27 2018 - 8:30am

Pre-Owned Toyota Prius Is The Perfect Ride-Share Vehicle

The Toyota Prius Hybrid has advantages other green cars don't share when it comes to ride-sharing.

By Al Castro Jun 27 2018 - 8:25am

What Tesla Wants To Do Is a Great Idea All The Carmakers Should Do

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has his version of crowdsourcing. He tweeted that he was thinking of offering an extended Tesla factory tour option where you could help build part of a car & understand how they come together.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Safety, IIHS, EyeSight

By Denis Flierl Jun 27 2018 - 7:50am

Consumer Safety Could Be New Subaru Crosstrek’s X Factor

Keeping consumers safe behind the wheel of the new 2019 Subaru Crosstrek is the brand’s top priority. See how safety could be its greatest attribute.

By Parks McCants Jun 26 2018 - 11:59pm

2018 Drive Revolution: 2018 Chrysler Pacifica PHEV voted Northwest Green Vehicle of the Year

After driving 18 electrified vehicles from the broadest segment sampling feasible in 6 hours, members of NWAPA (Northwest Automotive Press Association) voted Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Northwest Green Vehicle of the Year. Yes, the minivan, what?

By Dean McManis Jun 26 2018 - 11:41pm

Tesla Pickup Truck: Seriously Next Level Ideas

Today Elon Musk tweeted: "What would you love to see in a Tesla pickup truck? I have a few things in mind, but what do you think are small, but important nuances and what would be seriously next level?" Personally, I think that Tesla should build two truck models.

By Al Castro Jun 26 2018 - 8:34pm

Electric Sticker Shock: The Electric Vehicle Federal Tax Rebate Winds Down, and Mass Market EV Models Face a Quandary

After all the auto makers went through earlier this year to save the federal $7500 EV tax credit to make their EVs affordable, they’re back at square one again, this time because they’re reaching the production goals set in the law that created the credit.

By Al Castro Jun 26 2018 - 5:01pm

Mercedes PHEV Move Only Prolongs an Inevitable Problem

Mercedes Benz's PHEV move is disappointing, but why do carmakers insist on PHEVs? There are three reasons for it.

Unlock and start your Prius with a dead key fob.

By John Goreham Jun 26 2018 - 3:23pm

How To Unlock and Start Your Toyota Prius With a Dead Key Fob

A dead key fob will not prevent you from entering and starting any modern automobile. Here's the trick to opening and then starting the Toyota Prius even with a dead fob.

By Marc Stern Jun 26 2018 - 1:40pm

Bentley Bentayga Crushes Record By 2 Minutes In Hill Climb

Following Volkswagen's historic win in an electric vehicle Sunday, the automaker's Bentley subsidiary also set a new market for SUVs. It, too, crushed it.

By Patrick Rall Jun 26 2018 - 11:28am

Corvette C7R Going Racing in China for the First Time

Chevrolet has announced that the Corvette Racing program will end the 2018 season with a stop in China for the 6 Hours of Shanghai FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) race - marking the first time that a factory-backed Corvette has raced in Asia.

By Max Marck Jun 26 2018 - 11:07am

Tesla Ranks Second on Dream Car Survey... Behind a Mustang?

A recent survey by a company called Gold Eagle asked participants about their dream cars. Among them were the Jeep Wrangler, Chevrolet Corvette and Camaro. But the top two cars make for interesting reading, as do the breakdowns for men and women. The latter showed strong preference for the Jeep Wrangler (81%), while the former went for the Tesla Model S (63%).

By Al Castro Jun 26 2018 - 10:18am

Audi, Porsche and Jaguar Are Finally Giving Tesla a Competition for an Interesting Reason

Luxury car buyers don't want to be left behind and look for luxury electric cars. This forces luxury car makers like Audi, Porsche, Mercedes and Jaguar to finally give Tesla a real competition. Take a look at these interesting stats.

By Dean McManis Jun 26 2018 - 9:00am

Hydrogen Cars in 2018: The Mirai, Clarity FC, and Nexo Charge Ahead

In concept, hydrogen cars sound like a perfect solution to reduce air pollution from commuter automobiles. How come we don't see hydrogen cars like the Toyota Mirai, Hyundai Nexo and Honda Clarity FC commonly on the roads?

By Denis Flierl Jun 26 2018 - 8:16am

Nissan Frontier Is Top Mid-Size Pickup in J.D. Power IQS Study Again

The Nissan Frontier is tops in the J.D. Power IQS Study. It’s three years in-a-row for the mid-size pickup.

2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester, Forester colors

By Denis Flierl Jun 26 2018 - 7:30am

2019 Forester Offers 3 New Colors; No Cool Crosstrek Shades

The all-new 2019 Subaru Forester gets three new colors. Why doesn’t Forester get cool shades like Crosstrek?

By John Goreham Jun 25 2018 - 3:35pm

Changes Coming to 2019 Fiat 124 Spider - What To Expect And What Not To

The 2019 Fiat Spider will have some changes. Here is what they will likely be.

By Patrick Rall Jun 25 2018 - 3:07pm

2021 Ford Mustang Just Might Offer All-Wheel-Drive

The next generation Ford Mustang is expected to arrive in the spring of 2020 for the 2021 model year on a new chassis platform and when it does, it could be the second American muscle car to offer all-wheel-drive – potentially looking to cut in on the market share of the all-wheel-drive Dodge Challenger.

By Patrick Rall Jun 25 2018 - 2:25pm

Hagan's Dodge Charger Beats Force's Camaro in Norwalk

Matt Hagan and his Dodge Charger got win #2 on the season this past weekend in Norwalk, Ohio, beating current series leader Courtney Force and her Camaro in the final round after knocking off two of his three Don Schumacher Racing teammates in the early rounds.

Watch the new Ford Ranger Raptor in pre-production testing.

By John Goreham Jun 25 2018 - 2:22pm

Watch New Ford Ranger Raptor Launch In Mountain Testing

The new Ford Ranger Raptor is new undergoing pre-production testing in Australia and America.

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