Latest 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 Denis Flierl G+ Sep 1 2014 - 8:14am

Why so many Mercedes CLAs have remarkably made it into a new generations hands

The new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is a very successful new offering for the German automaker. Where is it most popular?

By Parks McCants G+ Aug 31 2014 - 3:09pm

2014 Honda Civic may be cheaper Labor Day weekend

Can you truly save money purchasing a 2014 Honda Civic over labor day weekend? It depends, let’s take a look.

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 31 2014 - 8:08am

New STI Rally car suddenly makes exciting debut in Canada Rally Championship

The first rally-prepared 2015 Subaru WRX STI will make its debut with the Subaru Rally Team Canada.

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 31 2014 - 7:43am

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV takes on toughest off-road Australasian Safari

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV takes on 2014 Australasian Safari with Team Mitsubishi Ralliart Australia. Will it hold up?

By John Goreham G+ Aug 30 2014 - 2:54pm

If you are thinking of buying a white Lexus, the Crafted Line is worth waiting for

Lexus will produce a limited number of custom cars and crossovers in distinct white and black colors just in time for Christmas.

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 30 2014 - 9:38am

Dynamic Subaru BRZ easily wins 3rd new prestigious global trophy

The 2015 Subaru BRZ has received yet another global award and this makes 3 in a row. How does BRZ keep doing it?

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 30 2014 - 8:27am

New Subaru WRX/STI performance credentials are quickly getting recognized

The 2015 Subaru WRX/STI has been recognized for its performance credentials. What award did it received form Australia?

By Aaron Turpen G+ Aug 29 2014 - 11:44pm

Pricing for the 2015 Nissan Rogue announced

The 2015 Nissan Rogue is now in showrooms nationally and its MSRP still begins at the lowest point in the segment.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Aug 29 2014 - 11:30pm

Nissan Altima named one of 10 Most Comfortable Cars

The Nissan Altima has been named as one of KBB.com's "10 Most Comfortable Cars Under $30,000" thanks in no small part to Zero Gravity seating.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 29 2014 - 2:27pm

The 2015 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak Looks Like a Hellcat...but Isn't

The Chrysler Group has offered up the first information and images of the 2015 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak, a purpose built race car that is based closely on the production road model right down to the Hellcat-like front end, but rather than the supercharged 6.2L Hemi, the 2015 Drag Pak test car is powered by a naturally aspired 426 cubic inch race Hemi.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 29 2014 - 1:33pm

Over 4 Million Bottles of Ford Mustang Nail Polish Sold - But Could Have Been More

Ford Motor Company has announced that their partnership with OPI to offer unique Ford Mustang themed colors to celebrate the iconic pony car’s 50th anniversary has resulted in more than 4,000,000 bottles sold – which is a stunning figure but it could have been higher with a few simple changes.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Aug 29 2014 - 1:26pm

Lexus proudly persists with misleading EV attack ad

Back in May, Lexus was heavily criticized for publishing two misleading anti-EV video advertisements promoting Toyota’s hybrid and hydrogen technology. Now Lexus is at it again.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 29 2014 - 12:04pm

The 2015 Ford F150 Needs a Tremor Package

The arrival of the 2015 Ford F150 is right around the corner and while the Motor Company will offer five trimlines plus the FX4 Off Road package, there has been no word on the future of the sporty Tremor package – which is a shame considering the many upsides to the small, powerful F150.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Aug 28 2014 - 4:01pm

Nissan Heisman House Returns to ESPN

With college football heating up, the Nissan Heisman House is returning for its fourth season as part of the Heisman Trophy Trust's charitable work. Former Heisman winners will once again be showcased on ESPN via the House.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 28 2014 - 3:08pm

2015 Ford F150 Sees Pricing Increases Across the Board - Some Huge

The introduction of any new generation of a popular vehicle is likely to come with a price hike so we knew that the 2015 Ford F150 would be sporting some sort of increase in pricing, but with the first pieces of the pricing puzzle announced, the new F150 lineup has gotten more expensive from top to bottom - with the most expensive models seeing the biggest increases.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 28 2014 - 2:57pm

Why Toyota Tacoma owners should not fear the frame recall

A Toyota Tacoma owner walks us through the experience and explains why he is still a loyal Toyota fan, and why his truck is now better than ever.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Aug 28 2014 - 2:51pm

Now is definitely the time to buy a Brammo electric motorcycle

As summer draws to a close, motorcycle sales tend to slow down. In response, dealers often clear out old inventory by offering great deals. Brammo and its electric motorcycles evidently is no exception.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 28 2014 - 2:23pm

2015 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro Series prices seem very reasonable

The 2015 Tundra is riding a long, tall wave of sales unit increases. Toyota looks to keep the TRD Pro Series off-road version attractive to buyers with these prices.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 28 2014 - 1:57pm

The Hansen Art Hellcat Charger Shooting Brake is the Dodge Magnum We All Want

The Dodge community has collectively mourned the loss of the Magnum sport wagon since it was killed off in 2008, but the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Shooting Brake rendering done by Hansen Art could be a 707 horsepower muscle wagon that we could all love…albeit only in our dreams.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Aug 28 2014 - 1:37pm

Moscow Models show off the goods for Nissan

In Moscow this week, Nissan is all about the models. These beauties attract thousands as Nissan moves more aggressively into this fast-growing European market.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 28 2014 - 12:37pm

Z51 3LT Coupe Most Popular 2014 Chevrolet Corvette, Torch Red Top Color

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette was offered in four basic trimlines with three equipment groups for each and through the entire model year, the Z51 3LT coupe is the most popular configuration of the C7 Stingray – while Torch Red was the most commonly chosen color among the 37,288 2014 Corvettes sold.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 28 2014 - 10:09am

Production of the 2015 Ford Mustang is Finally, Officially Underway

After much speculation as to when the 2015 Ford Mustang fastback and convertible would begin rolling off of the Flat Rock Assembly line, Ford Motor Company announced this morning that today is officially the start of production for the next generation pony car – meaning that the first 2015 Mustangs intended for public sale will be completed by day’s end.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Aug 27 2014 - 11:05pm

German magazine’s EV range test prompts heated dispute

A leading German publication, Auto Motor und Sport, ran its own test of six battery electric vehicles and found shockingly low real-world ranges. The results prompted an angry response from EV owners.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 27 2014 - 3:14pm

No Hellcat, Charger or Challenger for Europe

We were so busy drooling over the fact that the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat is the world’s most powerful sport sedan at the recent media debut that we forgot to mention one piece of very disappointing news – neither the Hellcat powered Challenger or Charger will be offered in Europe.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 27 2014 - 2:36pm

GM Built More 2014 Corvette Stingrays than 2012 and 2013 combined

General Motors recently offered up a breakdown of sales figures for the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and with 37,288 units built for the first model year of the C7, 2014 was one of the best model years for Corvette production in the past few decades – with more Corvettes built for 2014 than were built for 2012, 2013 and most of 2011 combined.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 27 2014 - 1:40pm

2014 Chevrolet Camaro Other GM Models Recalled Over Steering Risks

General Motors has issued a recall for the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro and several other GM vehicles over a concern that the bolts holding together the steering assembly and portions of the front suspension may not have been properly tightened – possibly leading to a sudden loss of control while driving.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Aug 27 2014 - 11:09am

Michigan startup claims to double energy density with solid-state battery

The finish line is not yet in sight in the race for a drastic lithium-ion battery breakthrough, and many competitors claim to be in the running. The latest company to emerge from the shadows is a University of Michigan spin-off called Sakti3. Should we remember the name?

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 27 2014 - 7:22am

Subaru keeps exclusive new WRX STI Type S for Japan market only

Subaru Japan announces the new 2015 WRX STI Type S, but it won’t be making it to other global markets.

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 27 2014 - 7:02am

New technology improvements will make 2015 Mercedes C-Class safest ever

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class makes its dealer launch next month and it will be the safest C-Class ever. What new technology does it come standard with?

By John Goreham G+ Aug 26 2014 - 4:38pm

Lexus is outselling Volkswagen Group’s premium car brands, Porsche and Audi in the US market

Globally Toyota/Lexus and Volkswagen group vie for the leadership in sales. In the US however, Toyota Lexus is ahead by a country mile.