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 Apr 18 2018 - 1:34pm

2019 Camaro ZL1 Retains Current Front End Styling

Since introducing the refreshed face of the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro, we have received an array of messages asking about the range-topping ZL1, which will retain the front end design of the 2018 models while sharing the new rear end with the rest of the lineup.

By Patrick Rall Apr 18 2018 - 12:53pm

50th Anniversary Ford Mustang Cobra Jet Aims for the 8s

Yesterday marked the 54th anniversary of the original Ford Mustang debut and today, the Motor Company announced their plans for the 2018 Cobra Jet drag racing package – a track-only machine that will celebrate 50 years of Ford performance with the ability to run 8-second quarter mile times.

By Jesse Rudavsky Apr 18 2018 - 10:46am

Quick Spin in the Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid: Sweden’s junior PHEV rocket ship

Yesterday I was at Steingold Volvo on the Attleboro/Pawtucket line on the Massachusetts/Rhode Island border and tested out the Volvo XC60 PHEV: Sweden's junior PHEV rocket ship.

2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row Crossover, New Subaru SUV, safety, Best vehicle for expectant moms

By Denis Flierl Apr 18 2018 - 8:00am

New Subaru Ascent Could Prove Most-Popular With Expectant Moms

The all-new Subaru Ascent Family hauler could prove to be popular with expectant moms. See what Swapalease found out in a recent survey.

By Marc Stern Apr 17 2018 - 11:39pm

Redbull GRC race series shutters doors; leaves a trail of bills

The Red Bull Global Rallycross short track series has closed and locked its doors and turned out the lights as it has stiffed tracks and facilities from coast to coast.

By Armen Hareyan Apr 17 2018 - 6:30pm

The Benefits of Chevy Volt in Winter and Snow Storm

You are in a snow storm with your Chevy Volt. Traffic is stopped. Radio says 24 hours till you can move. With a full tank of gas in the Volt, you will have about 35 hours of heat that will be automatic.

By Armen Hareyan Apr 17 2018 - 5:02pm

Man's Tesla Model S is Damaged Twice: At Delivery and at Repair Facility

At Tesla Model S Owners Club on Facebook one owner told his story of how two times different Tesla dealerships damaged his Model S. What would you do?

By John Goreham Apr 17 2018 - 3:23pm

One Image That Shows How Crossovers Are In For Families and How Cars Are Out

We stumbled upon a scene that clearly illustrates just how few families now use cars compared to how many now use crossovers as family vehicles.

By Armen Hareyan Apr 17 2018 - 12:49pm

Toyota Prius Prime vs Chevy Volt: Here is the verdict

Chevy Volt owners compare their Volts with Toyota Prius Prime and share their experiences with both cars explaining why they prefer the one from the other.

By Patrick Rall Apr 17 2018 - 12:02pm

2019 Corvette ZR1 with Drag Radials Nearly Runs in the 9s (Videos)

The owner of a brand new 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 hit the drag strip this past weekend with a set of sticky drag radial tires and the results were stunning – with the self-shifting Chevy supercar running a 10.12 at 135.91 miles per hour.

By Patrick Rall Apr 17 2018 - 11:40am

Happy Birthday Ford Mustang - the World's Favorite Sporty Car

On this day 54 years ago, the Ford Mustang was formally introduced at the New York World’s Fair and the car has become the most iconic American car, serving as the bestselling sporty coupe in the world for the third straight year in 2017.

2018 Fiat 124 Spider and 2018 Mazda Miata MX-5

By James Molet Apr 17 2018 - 11:30am

How a FIAT 124 Spider and Mazda Miata Tackled a 500-Mile Drive on Route 66

This is two days with a FIAT 124 Spider and Mazda MX-5 Miata RF on Route 66. Joined by other roadsters, the new kid on the block and the best-selling two-seat sports car put their sibling rivalry aside and hit the iconic Route 66 in western Arizona.

By John Goreham Apr 17 2018 - 11:26am

Are You Pro Autonomous Driving or Against it? Take This Survey & Make Your Voice Heard

Everyone has an opinion on self-driving cars and autonomous vehicles. Here's your chance to voice your opinion in a forum that matters.

2018 Subaru Outback, Mint founder, Aaron Patzer

By Denis Flierl Apr 17 2018 - 7:52am

Mint Founder Worth $80M+ Drives $29K Subaru Outback

Mint founder, Aaron Patzer is worth $80+ million and he drives a 29K Subaru Outback. See why he drives the frugal wagon.

By Parks McCants Apr 16 2018 - 9:21pm

2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club Brings Back Memories of Ragtop Glory Days

When I was a kid, my dad owned a powder blue metallic MGA Roadster, mom hated the thing! Dropping in behind the wheel of Mazda Miata Club is a memory blast from the Ragtop glory days of last century, with a high tech twist.

By John Goreham Apr 16 2018 - 5:13pm

Myth Busted: Mile-High Test of Mazda Miata vs. Turbo Fiat 124 Spider Abarth Disproves Turbo Advantage

A new comparison of the Mazda Miata with its lower-power normally aspirated engine vs. the higher power turbocharged Fiat 124 Spider Abarth counters the idea that turbos are better at altitude.

By Patrick Rall Apr 16 2018 - 2:48pm

2019 Corvette ZR1 Runs a 7:12 per Nurburgring Spectators

The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 was working out at the Nurburgring earlier today, but according to spectators doing their own lap-timing – the LT5-powered supercar is nowhere near the expected 6-minute range.

By Nick Puschak Apr 16 2018 - 12:11pm

How to Make Your Cell Phone Fit in the Tesla Model 3

Do you know why your smartphone doesn't fit in your Tesla Model 3? Here is a little video presentation on how to fit your cell phone in your Model 3.

By Marc Stern Apr 16 2018 - 8:06am

Audi gives itself quite a competitor for the R8; a limited-edition rear-drive model

Befrore another manufacturer could give the Audi R8 supercar any competition, the automaker created its own competitor, a limited-edition rear-wheel-drive model with a twist.

2020 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation WRX STI, 2020 Subaru WRX, WRX 5-Door hatch

By Denis Flierl Apr 16 2018 - 7:34am

Subaru Design Chief; “We Don’t Have Plans To Bring Back WRX Hatch”

Subaru design chief says the WRX hatch isn’t going to happen. Here’s what he told a reporter at the Geneva Auto Show.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, new Crosstrek, new Subaru XV

By Denis Flierl Apr 15 2018 - 7:33am

New Crosstrek Propels Subaru to Become Safety-Focused SUV Brand

The new Subaru Crosstrek accounts for over a third of UK’s Subaru sales. See why the small crossover is hot in Europe.

By Armen Hareyan Apr 14 2018 - 8:55pm

This Mazda Miata Still Looks New After 25 Years

A Reddit user IMHO-GUY has done a good job keeping his Mazda Miata looking new even after nearly 25 years.

2018 Nissan Frontier, 2019 Nissan Frontier, Toyota Tacoma, Chevy Colorado

By Denis Flierl Apr 14 2018 - 8:06am

3 Reasons Why Nissan Frontier Is Mid-Size Truck Price Leader

How does the aging 2018 Nissan Frontier pickup keep selling like hotcakes?

2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR Special, Hagerty Hot List 2018

By Denis Flierl Apr 14 2018 - 7:05am

Subaru WRX STI Type RA Makes Hagerty Hot List

Is the new 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA destined to become a classic? See what Hagerty says about the performance sedan.

By Marc Stern Apr 13 2018 - 7:47pm

VW shakes up org chart and major personnel

Volkswagen, facing a major product push in the next seven years, has tapped Herbert Diess to take over as the automaker's new CEO, replacing Matthias Mueller. Mueller presided over the automaker in the wake of the Dieselgate scandal.

Chevy Bolt in front of Chevrolet Dealership 1200x900

By Armen Hareyan Apr 13 2018 - 5:25pm

Two Things We Know About The Next Generation Chevy Bolt EV

Chevy will not redesign the Bolt EV for another seven years.

By Armen Hareyan Apr 13 2018 - 2:56pm

Musk on Model 3: "I am definitely under stress... I need to discover how to do better"

Elon Musk is sleeping on the floor of his Tesla factory - literally. At one point Musk tried sleeping on a couch in one of the production facility conference rooms, but he told the CBS This Morning co-host Gayle King that the couch was too narrow, so he ended up sleeping on the floor.

Tesla can't play nice with others. Add NTSB to the list.

By John Goreham Apr 13 2018 - 2:33pm

Tesla & Musk Add the NTSB To the Long List Of Groups They Can't Play Nice With

Tesla and Elon Musk can't play nice with others. We run down the list and add the NTSB to the running tally.

Wesley Challenger and Prioduction Widebody Hellcat

By Patrick Rall Apr 13 2018 - 1:19pm

Bilstein-Sponsored Dodge Challenger Hellcat Going Production Road Racing

Wesley Motorsports has announced that they will campaign a 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody production-based race car in a variety of road racing series this year, with Bilstein providing support as the 707-horsepower Mopar muscle car takes on the likes of the Pikes Peak Hill Climb and the GRIDLIFE series.

By Patrick Rall Apr 13 2018 - 12:41pm

Undisguised Corvette ZR1 Caught Working Out at the Nurburgring

New video footage showing the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 storming around the Nurburgring leads me to believe that GM is in Germany with their 755-horsepower supercar, likely shooting for the 6-minute range – possibly making this C7 the fastest American machine to lap the Nordschleife.

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