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 Patrick Rall Jun 11 2018 - 5:20pm

2 Key Changes for the 2019 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

Ford Motor Company has talked a great deal about the revised Mustang GT over the course of the past two years but today, we got our first information on the 2019 Shelby GT350 – which receives a few improvements for the new model year that will make an already great track car even better.

By Max Marck Jun 11 2018 - 4:24pm

Why Enthusiasts Love Boxy and Beautiful Volvos That Are Coming Back

Are Boxy Volvos like the 745 the next big thing for car enthusiasts? Old Volvos are the ugly ducklings of the car world, but the 1980s are back, and they brought Volvos.

By Marc Stern Jun 11 2018 - 12:24pm

Kia Recalls 500,000 Vehicles to Fix Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

Kia has launched a major recall campaign to fix the front seatbelt pretensioners on 500,000 vehicles. If the problem not repaired there is a risk of injuries to people in the front seat.

2019 Subaru Ascent, Review, Ascent Limited

By Denis Flierl Jun 11 2018 - 11:03am

New Subaru Ascent Limited First Drive; Why It’s a Good Fit For Active Families

We drive the all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent Limited. See why it’s an especially good fit for active families.

By Denis Flierl Jun 11 2018 - 7:41am

Subaru WRX/STI; One of 20-Most Instagrammed Cars

The Subaru WRX and WRX STI are one of the most Instagrammed cars on social media. See where WRX/STI ranks on the top-20 list.

By Marc Stern Jun 10 2018 - 11:59pm

After Three Years as the Mission E, Porsche Renames Powerful Four-Door the Taycan

In keeping with its corporate naming scheme, the powerful, luxury four-door Porsche electric Mission E has become the Porsche Taycan or "spirited young horse."

By Denis Flierl Jun 10 2018 - 3:08pm

2018 BMW X3 Redesign; If It Isn’t Broke, Don’t Fix It

The 2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i has been redesigned, but don’t expect massive changes. What’s in it for luxury crossover buyers?

By John Falk Jun 10 2018 - 2:37pm

Mattel Hot Wheels Celebrating 50 Years: Value Enjoyed Both By Children and Adults

Mattel's Hot Wheels toy cars are 50 years old. I was 10 years old in 1968 when Hot Wheels hit the market. They were the biggest thing to hit since Mt. Vesuvius erupted. My friends and I were crazy for them. The Saturday morning ads were very powerful and fueled our interest.

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

By Denis Flierl Jun 10 2018 - 8:16am

You Didn’t Buy the Subaru WRX STI Type RA? Why 2019 STI Is Best Value Now

If you didn't buy the Subaru STI Type RA, you were smart. Here’s why the 2019 WRX STI upgrades make it the best value now for performance fans.

Great Mazda deals puts Miata on this list.

By John Goreham Jun 9 2018 - 11:36am

Great Mazda Miata Deals Puts It On This List of Best Cars To Buy Now

The crazy people at Mazda are offering big discounts and deals on the Miata just in time for convertible season.

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

By Denis Flierl Jun 9 2018 - 10:00am

Why New Subaru Crosstrek PHEV Was So Slow to Show

Why did it take Subaru so long to bring out their first-ever Crosstrek plug-in hybrid vehicle? It was a calculated move that could pay big dividends.

By Mary Conway Jun 8 2018 - 8:26pm

3 Reasons the 2018 Ford Expedition is Getting Great Safety Ratings

The 2018 Ford Expedition received five stars in NHTSA's safety ratings, the only vehicle in its class to get the top distinction. The 2018 Ford Expedition is all-new and Ford says some key design changes helped it win great safety reviews.

Green Dodge Challenger Parked in a green place

By Armen Hareyan Jun 8 2018 - 1:00pm

Is This Green Challenger Parked In The Right Place?

I saw this green-colored Dodge Challenger parked here. Note that the parking lot lines are also in green color. Is this parking place for an electric car or green-colored car?

By Marc Stern Jun 8 2018 - 10:37am

VW Pikes Peak Racer Combines Engineering, Design Visions

With the Pikes Peak Hill Climb drawing closer, Volkswagen discussed the combined visions that brought the curvy hill racer to life.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 8 2018 - 7:19am

If Tesla Build In-House Insurance Here Is What It Needs To Succeed

Tesa is developing its InsureMyTesla insurance program and further expanding it. Later in 2018 Alex Tsetsenekos, Head of North America for Tesla's new Managing General Agency, InsureMyTesla, will be joining the discussion to deliver the closing keynote presentation, Building a Customer Centric Insurance Company for Tesla, on October 3. I spoke with some Tesla Model S owners and here is what they said Tesla needs for them to switch to Tesla's own insurance program.

2019 Subaru Forester, fuel mileage cheating scandal

By Denis Flierl Jun 8 2018 - 7:06am

New Subaru Fuel-Mileage Falsification Violations Surface

New fuel mileage falsification violations surface at Subaru as the Japanese automaker prepares to release the all-new fifth-generation 2019 Forester SUV.

By Mary Conway Jun 7 2018 - 11:36pm

Cadillac Ups the AutoPilot Race with Expanded Super Cruise

Cadillac is expanding its Tesla-killer autonomous vehicle technology. It will be on all Cadillacs soon and then will expand to all GM vehicles. Plus, GM is adding a new feature that will communicate with everything around the vehicle.

By Parks McCants Jun 7 2018 - 9:40pm

Replacement Pickup Truck Mirrors: Auto Aftermarket Two-Axis Mirror An Affordable Safety Solution

View Assist LLC of Myrtle Beach, S.C., presents an affordable auto safety accessory worth mentioning. What is a Two Axis mirror, and how can I get one for my used car or truck?

Tesla Model X accelerated before hitting lane barrier.

By John Goreham Jun 7 2018 - 5:10pm

Report: Model X In Latest Tesla Autopilot Death Accelerated And Steered Into Barrier

The NTSB has issued a preliminary report on the latest fatality in a string of Tesla Autopilot crashes.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 7 2018 - 4:40pm

Interesting Announcement from Honda and GM to Make EV Batteries Even Cheaper, More Powerful

There is a very interesting development to from Honda and the General Motors to make electric car batteries even cheaper and more powerful. At least Honda is getting more serious about EVs, not just fulfilling compliance requirements. GM may move beyond The Volt and Bolt.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 7 2018 - 2:45pm

About Tesla Killers and Porsche Mission E: iPhone Killers Didn't Kill The iPhone

Neither Porsche Mission E Nor any electric car can be a Tesla killer. I think the media has to abandon the "Tesla Killer" (or any car-killer) phrase and give each new vehicle its due esteem.

By Patrick Rall Jun 7 2018 - 2:34pm

Ford F-Series Sales Remain Strong Despite Rising Fuel Prices

Although fuel prices in the United States are right in the middle of their predictable summer climb, sales of Ford F-Series pickups have continued to improve each month on a year-over-year basis – supporting the Motor Company’s emphasis on trucks over sedans.

Tesla Autopilot may have trouble with stationary objects.

By John Goreham Jun 7 2018 - 1:02pm

"Stop This Nonsense": Tesla's Autopilot and Its Problems With Stationary Object Detection

Tesla vehicles on Autopilot seem to be hitting a lot of big, obvious, unmoving objects. An expert opinion on what may be the cause and what should be done.

By Patrick Rall Jun 7 2018 - 12:35pm

2019 Charger Gets New Grille Design on Multiple Models

We knew that the 2019 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat would be getting a new grille design with at least one added vent, but spy shots of a new Scat Pack model shows that other models will get the new grille design and – as expected – there is a vent on both sides of the new design.

2019 Subaru Ascent, 2019 Subaru Forester, Subaru service department

By Denis Flierl Jun 7 2018 - 7:59am

How New Ascent Could Increase Your Subaru Service Department Wait Times

With the new 2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row arriving this month, customers can expect longer waits to get their new vehicle serviced.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 6 2018 - 10:48pm

What Will Return from China If Chevy Volt Falters in Upcoming Years

Many EV enthusiasts are wondering about General Motors increasing the number of EV models in China to 20, while keeping only two main models in the United States Chevy Volt and Bolt. But what will happen if the Volt sales falter in the United States in the upcoming Years?

By Armen Hareyan Jun 6 2018 - 10:19pm

3 Practical Ways To Mitigate Your Car Damage from Street Parking

Street parking car damage is a common problem. What do you do if someone hit your parked car? Well, first of all call your car insurance. But what do you do when your car is damaged by a nearby construction dust or similar highly abrasive substances?

2018 Subaru WRX STI, STPR, Susquehannock Trail Performance Rally

By Denis Flierl Jun 6 2018 - 5:40pm

#75 Subaru WRX STI Win Makes History at STPR

#75 Subaru WRX STI wins the 2018 STPR and makes history at the Wellsboro, Pennsylvania rally.

2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE - 43 MPG.

By John Goreham Jun 6 2018 - 5:27pm

2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE Returns 43 MPG In Real-World Testing - Beats Diesels and Hybrids

We test the new 2019 Corolla Hatchback SE and come away amazed at its real-world fuel economy.

By Patrick Rall Jun 6 2018 - 3:49pm

Meet the 2019 Jeep Renegade

The refreshed 2019 Jeep Renegade for the European market has been introduced ahead of this week’s 2018 Turin Auto Show in Italy, but with the current Renegade having the same basic appearance in the US and Europe – the new small Jeep coming to American dealerships will likely look just like this one.

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