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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 John Goreham G+ Apr 17 2014 - 1:41pm

The 2015 Scion FR-S Release Series 1.0 is track-oriented

Scion adds a bit of track bling to an already very track-able car.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 17 2014 - 1:15pm

CX-5 and 2014 Mazda6 help Mazda dominate Edmunds' Top Rated Vehicles list

Only Audi comes anyplace close to matching the Mazda result.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 17 2014 - 1:03pm

The 2015 Dodge Charger Debuts with a Controversial New Look

The first images of the 2015 Dodge Charger leaked onto the internet last night, revealing the refreshed exterior styling that has proven to be more than a touch controversial due to a high tech look that critics are accusing of being too much like the smaller Dodge Dart,but regardless of what else the new Charger might look like - this four door muscle carlooks sharp from all angles.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 17 2014 - 12:45pm

The 2015 Dodge Challenger Packs 1971 Style and New Hemi Power, No Supercharger

After much anticipation, the 2015 Dodge Challenger made its Big Apple debut this morning and while there are some exciting bits of information on the engine lineup and a stylishly revised exterior and interior for 2015 – the 600 horsepower supercharged Hellcat Hemi has gone unmentioned.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Apr 17 2014 - 11:22am

Nissan streamlines public charging, offers free access for LEAF

The makers of the range-limited LEAF have invested heavily in public charging infrastructure to support sales of their all-electric vehicle. Now they are making another huge investment that is proven to provide a great boost to sales, but not in all markets.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 17 2014 - 8:51am

Turbocharged engine for the Lexus IS 250 confirmed

Lexus will use new turbocharged engines in its sports sedan line according to company officials.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 17 2014 - 7:45am

Launch Control: Will new 2015 WRX STI help Rally team repeat this year?

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI cars arrive at the Vermont SportsCar shop to be disassembled and prepped for the season. Can they repeat as champions?

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 17 2014 - 7:19am

Why 2015 Subaru Outback won’t be messing with successful formula

The 2015 Subaru Outback makes its world premiere today at the New York International Auto Show. What can we expect to see?

By Parks McCants G+ Apr 16 2014 - 7:25pm

2015 Acura TLX New York unveiling provokes premature criticism

The unveiling of the 2015 TLX in New York received more than a few disappointing reviews online from Acura fans. Many found the TLX prototype to be bolder and a bit edgier than the production offering. We disagree.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 16 2014 - 6:42pm

Secret STI revealed: It’s the 2015 Subaru WRX STI Global RallyCross car

Subaru unveiled the mystery STI car that they teased yesterday. It’s the 2015 Subaru WRX STI Global RallyCross race car.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 16 2014 - 5:35pm

Mazda shows new MX-5 Miata chassis and reveals details

Mazda teased us a little more today, but the overall Miata picture is starting to come into focus.

By Mechele Dillard G+ Apr 16 2014 - 5:27pm

Volkswagen Golf GTI Only $195 Over Previous Generation Base-Price

Consumers who are considering a 2015 Golf GTI will have options that are surprisingly affordable for this next-generation Volkswagen model.

By Mechele Dillard G+ Apr 16 2014 - 3:29pm

Minority Shareholders Walking Away from Volkswagen-Scania Deal

Volkswagen is still confident that their offer for Scania will be completed, but small investors are not inclined to agree to the company's cash offer.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 16 2014 - 2:51pm

2015 Camry gets an extreme makeover

The 2015 Toyota Camry borrows some stylish new clothes from the Corolla and Avalon. Will that be enough to keep ahead of the competition?

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 16 2014 - 2:15pm

Anodized Carbon Special Edition Package Viper GTS Gets New Time Attack Group

When the SRT Viper Time Attack model was introduced last year, it built specifically onto the “base model” SRT Viper, but the Chrysler Group announced today that the new Time Attack Group for the Anodized Carbon Special Edition Package will bring some of the enhancements of the Viper TA to the Viper GTS in the stunning matte black paint.

2014 Chevy Corvette Premier Edition Contest News

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 16 2014 - 1:10pm

You Could Win a 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Premier Edition for $250

General Motors made only 500 examples of the Laguna Blue 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Premium Edition - making them both hard to find and very expensive – but you could win one for just $250 through the National Corvette Museum’s most recent fundraising raffle.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 16 2014 - 12:25pm

The 50 Year Limited Edition 2015 Ford Mustang GT Debuts in New York

The original Ford Mustang was introduced 50 years ago tomorrow at the New York World’s Fair and to commemorate the pony car’s golden anniversary, Ford has announced the 50 Year Limited Edition 2015 Ford Mustang – a loaded up package that will be limited to just 1,964 units.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Apr 16 2014 - 11:39am

How long will electric vehicle batteries last? Tesla’s Roadster could be a guide

One of the most important questions to the electric vehicle industry does not have a clear-cut answer. However, certain factors such as temperature and charging habits are known to have a great effect and the Tesla Roadster provides intriguing real world data.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 16 2014 - 7:42am

AMG launching 2015 Mercedes-AMG GT with two powerful cabin features

Mercedes-Benz gets ready to launch the all-new 2015 Mercedes-AMG GT this fall. What is that in the cabin?

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 16 2014 - 6:43am

First Look: 2015 Subaru WRX STI Global RallyCross race car

The 2015 Subaru WRX STI RallyCross race car is being prepared by Vermont SportsCar and STI. The Global RallyCross season is getting close.

By Parks McCants G+ Apr 15 2014 - 10:48pm

Honda latest safety campaign: Texting while driving can kill you

While Honda wasn’t as direct to the point as we are, the bottom line is that no fewer than 100,000 accidents per year are caused by drivers texting, while driving.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 15 2014 - 4:38pm

Dodge Announces Unique 1-Year Lease Plan for 2014 Challenger and Charger

The Chrysler Group has announced a new lease plan for the 2014 and 2015 Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger that should help spur sales to both Dodge muscle cars for the current model year and the next – including a 1-year lease deal that is unlike anything in the American auto industry today.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 15 2014 - 2:55pm

Chevrolet Camaro Wishes Ford Mustang a Happy 50th Birthday

The Ford Mustang turns 50 years old later this week and today General Motors posted an image of the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 with a set of candles and a friendly message wishing its bitter rival a happy 50th birthday.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 15 2014 - 2:16pm

Watch Ford Cut Up the 2015 Mustang GT Convertible for Empire State Building Stunt

Ford announced earlier this year that the 2015 Ford Mustang GT Convertible would be displayed atop the Empire State Building to celebrate the famous sports car’s 50th birthday and with that stunt scheduled to take place later this week – the Motor Company has offered up a video giving us a look at the preparation process.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Apr 15 2014 - 1:59pm

Infiniti to debut two luxury performers at New York

Infiniti will unveil two new luxury vehicles at the New York auto show this week in a global display of luxurious performance.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 15 2014 - 1:58pm

Are the 2015 Lexus RC F and 2015 BMW M4 really competitors?

We argue no. The car magazines will set it up that way. Who do you think the cars' designers would agree with?

By Aaron Turpen G+ Apr 15 2014 - 1:49pm

Goodbye Murano, hello Murano - Nissan unveils all-new crossover ahead of New York

Nissan just unveiled the new 2015 Murano ahead of the New York show and it's a beaut. The halo cross in the automaker's lineup gets an all-new look and advanced technology.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 15 2014 - 1:26pm

Rick Hendrick Buys 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 #1 for $1,000,000 (Video)

The right to own 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Coupe #1 was auctioned off this past weekend at the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction in Palm Beach, Florida and as expected, NASCAR owner and diehard Chevrolet performance fan Rick Hendrick claimed the first Z06 with a show stopping bid of $1,000,000.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Apr 15 2014 - 12:43pm

BMW i3 increases production to meet high demand, will double 2014 projections

The quirky electric city car with a luxury badge and price tag has been in high demand, and BMW is ramping up production to keep pace. The company now expects to double its initial projected sales of the i3 for 2014.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Apr 15 2014 - 11:04am

Musk - Model S underbody shield would have prevented fire even in violent Mexico crash

Elon Musk recently gave details on the fiery Model S crash in Mexico last year, and it is no small wonder the vehicle caught fire. Even still, Musk claims if that Model S had been outfitted with the current titanium and aluminum underbody shields there would have been no flames.

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