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.

GM's Mary Barra promises more Chevy Bolt EV production.

By John Goreham Mar 8 2018 - 12:25pm

As Toyota’s Prius Prime and Tesla’s Model 3 Pass Chevy Bolt EV in Sales, GM’s Mary Barra Promises More Production

The Chevy Bolt is now in third place in sales for 2018 among compact electric vehicles. Chevy plans to take action.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 8 2018 - 10:27am

Tesla Taxi: The Best Way to Use Tesla's Reference Program and Make Money

America's 1st Tesla Taxi owner says most of his 23,000 clients now want a Model S.

By Denis Flierl Mar 8 2018 - 8:12am

How Subaru Scores #2 Automaker In Customer Loyalty; See Who’s #1

It’s Subaru who comes in #2 in customer loyalty. See who’s #1.

By Mary Conway Mar 7 2018 - 10:38pm

2019 Ford Transit Connect Adds Diesel and Lots of Technology

The Ford Transit Connect is already the most popular compact cargo van in America and Ford is loading up the 2019 Transit Connect with technology and a diesel version to keep it ahead of the pack.

By Marc Stern Mar 7 2018 - 10:30pm

Lambo Huracan Performante sets eight individual lap time records

Lamborghini's Huracan Performante has had quite a year since it debuted at last year's Geneva Auto Show.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 7 2018 - 10:30pm

Model S Driver, Who Drove His Feet Out of the Window, Gets His Ticket Dismissed

Grammy-nominated producer DJ Klypso got his ticket dismissed by a judge for driving his Tesla Model S on Autopilot with both of his feet out of the window Klypso says he was able to prove to a judge that Tesla's Autopilot can drive the Model S independently.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 7 2018 - 4:56pm

Danny Sullivan's Tweet About Model 3 Should Make Tesla Thinking

Google's Danny Sullivan recently tweeted about Chevy Bolt's advantage over Tesla Model 3 because the Model 3 doesn't support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. His complaint may be very valid.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 7 2018 - 4:01pm

The German competitor of the Tesla Model 3 will be called the BMW i4

BMW i4 or a Tesla Model 3: BMW's long-awaited i4 will be with us in 2020. A BMW i4 sedan will be one of 12 electric cars the BMW Group will introduce by the end of 2025. The specs and release date of the all-electric BMW i4 is known.

2020 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation WRX STI, 2020 Subaru WRX, Geneva Motor Show, 6-speed manual

By Denis Flierl Mar 7 2018 - 8:18am

Subaru Could Ax 6-Spd Manual in Future WRX/STI 5-Door Hatch

Subaru unveiled the future Subaru WRX/STI 5-Door Hatch with EyeSight. Will Subaru ax the 6-speed manual gearbox in the pursuit of safety?

By Parks McCants Mar 6 2018 - 6:38pm

Honda Pilot Drives into 2018 With Astounding 48.9% Sales Uptick

Short story: Build more Honda Pilots and consumers will buy more of them. Yet, there may be much more to Honda Pilot’s drive to the top of the segment than increased production. Torque News takes a closer look.

By John Goreham Mar 6 2018 - 3:52pm

New Lexus UX Urban Compact Crossover Will Replace CT 200h With Two Efficient Drivetrains

The all-new Lexus UX has an interesting set of specs, particularly the drivetrain.

By Patrick Rall Mar 6 2018 - 2:48pm

Hennessey Exorcist Camaro Runs a 9.57 Quarter Mile

The folks from Hennessey Performance have finally taken their 1000-horsepower Exorcist Camaro ZL1 to the drag strip with stunning results – laying down a quarter mile time of 9.57 at 147 miles per hour.

2017 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat in Go Mango

By Patrick Rall Mar 6 2018 - 11:22am

Modern Dodge Racers Get Free NMCA Admission from FCA in 2018

If you own a Hemi-powered Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, Jeep Grand Cherokee or any other 2005-newer go-fast machine from an FCA brand including the Dodge Viper, you can sign up to participate in one of the 2018 National Muscle Car Association drag racing events for free – with an entire class designated to the Mopar-powered vehicles.

By John Goreham Mar 6 2018 - 10:27am

Toyota Shows Off New Supra Concept – What’s the Holdup?

Toyota continues its slow drip of Supra information. Why not just build it?

2020 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation Subaru WRX/STI, Geneva Motor Show 2018

By Denis Flierl Mar 6 2018 - 8:16am

VIZIV Tourer Concept Breaks Cover; Previews 2020 Subaru WRX STI Hot Hatch

Subaru uncovers the VIZIV Tourer Concept in Geneva. Will they bring back the WRX STI 5-Door hatch in 2020?

By Patrick Rall Mar 6 2018 - 12:01am

2019 Ram 1500 Pricing Announced with Modest Increases Over 2018

FCA has announced the initial pricing for the all-new 2019 Ram 1500 in Quad Cab and Crew Cab form, with pricing for the smaller cab starting at $31,695 while trucks with the larger cab start at $34,495 – neither of which are much pricier than the outgoing models, even though the hybrid drivetrain is standard in many of these new Ram 1500 packages.

By Marc Stern Mar 5 2018 - 11:45pm

Porsche has great February; sales up 20.5 percent

Porsche continues its strong sales performance in Feb.

By Parks McCants Mar 5 2018 - 8:10pm

Honda Ridgeline Carries Over for 2019 With 2 Minor Upgrades

Now entering its third production year, 2019 Honda Ridgeline Pickup arrives at dealerships this week with 2 minor upgrades. What are they? Read on.

By Parks McCants Mar 5 2018 - 7:07pm

Talk of 2019 Honda CR-V 3-row Hybrid SUV for North America

With Honda’s market launch of Clarity electric and the Insight Hybrid electric Prototype in the U.S., comes talk of a pending 2019 Honda CR-V 3-row SUV. Honda targets Europe with such a variant, why not North America?

By Marc Stern Mar 5 2018 - 6:56pm

Will drones be the next commuter vehicles? Porsche says yes

Porsche's latest research venture points to a change in the way we may commute. How would you like to fly to your next appointment?

By John Goreham Mar 5 2018 - 9:23am

Dominant 2018 Toyota Camry Sees 4 Months of Sales Growth, While Competitors All See Declines

Since its new design, the new 2018 Toyota Camry’s sales have been up, often by double digits, while key competitors, most notably, the Accord from Honda, also new, have declined, often by double digits.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 WRX, next-generation WRX STI

By Denis Flierl Mar 5 2018 - 7:21am

Where the Subaru WRX/STI is Heading; Down

The 2018 Subaru WRX/STI is heading down. See how long WRX/STI sales have been on a slide.

2018 Subaru WRX, 6-speed manual vs Sport Lineartronic CVT, which is best

By Denis Flierl Mar 4 2018 - 8:29am

Subaru WRX: Manual Gearbox vs. CVT Automatic What’s Best for You?

Subaru offers a 6-speed manual gearbox and a new Sport Lineartronic CVT in the 2018 WRX. Does the CVT offer the same performance?

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl Mar 3 2018 - 7:56am

Success In US, Scandal In Japan Leads To Major Subaru Shakeup

Subaru Corp announces major changes are coming. See how they shook up senior management because of success in the U.S. and scandal in Japan.

By Marc Stern Mar 2 2018 - 11:55pm

Anyone could have predicted VW sales hike, right? Of course

VW, led by its crossovers, posted another sales gain in February. For the two months ending in February, the automaker sold nearly a combined six percent.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 2 2018 - 7:50pm

Ways GM Can Sell More Chevy Bolts and Help Customers To Get The Most Out of $7,500 Incentive

If you are in a market to buy a Tesla Model S, Model 3, Nissan Leaf, Chevy Bot or simply another electric car apparently there is a very good way of taking advantage of the $7,500 tax incentive if you own a 401K. And you dealership's salesman may not even know about it.

Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody Fender

By Patrick Rall Mar 2 2018 - 4:09pm

3 Reasons Why a Dodge Charger SRT Widebody Makes Sense

There have long been rumors that FCA is working on a Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat with a widebody kit similar to the one offered on the Challenger so today, we take a look at why a widened version of the world’s fastest sedan makes sense.

By Patrick Rall Mar 2 2018 - 12:18pm

The Roush JackHammer Mustang - 710hp for $14,765

The folks at Roush Performance have announced their newest upgrade package for the 2018 Ford Mustang and it is an impressive option, with the “JackHammer” providing 710 horsepower, a unique exterior design and a relatively low price for the scope of the package – starting at just $14,765 on top of the price of the new muscle car itself.

By Denis Flierl Mar 2 2018 - 8:17am

Consumers React to All-New Subaru Crosstrek; It Sizzles Red-Hot

It’s still winter, but the all-new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek is red-hot. See how Crosstrek is helping Subaru break records.

2018 Toyota Prius Prime is top-sellig affordable EV in America.

By John Goreham Mar 1 2018 - 1:44pm

Toyota Prius Prime Is the Top-Selling Affordable EV In America For 2018

The pricey Tesla Model 3 sales uptick keeps It ahead of the more affordable Toyota Prius Prime, but not by much.

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