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 John Goreham Dec 27 2017 - 4:14pm

Drive Report: 2018 BMW 640i GT xDrive M Sport

We test the BMW 640i GT xDrive M Sport in a mix of winter weather and come away with some strong opinions.

By Patrick Rall Dec 27 2017 - 3:59pm

Mid-Engine C8 Corvette Twin Turbo V8 Reportedly Revealed in New CAD Image

Another computer-aided design (CAD) image showing what is reportedly the LT7 engine that will power the mid-engine C8 Chevrolet Corvette has arrived online, giving us what might be out best look at GM’s new twin turbocharged supercar engine.

By Parks McCants Dec 27 2017 - 3:49pm

Torque News discovers the practical side of Honda Civic Type-R

Granted, that “hot hatch” you’ve dreamed of owning since childhood is most likely a tough sell when it comes to justifying the purchase to a significant other. Surprisingly, Honda’s high performance Civic Type-R comes to market with a “practical” side.

By Patrick Rall Dec 27 2017 - 3:27pm

Hellcat-Powered Jeep Trackhawk Launch Edition Sold Out in Australia

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is the first Hellcat Hemi-powered vehicle officially sold by FCA in Australia and, not surprisingly, the 707 horsepower SUV is already selling very well Down Under – with the limited Launch Edition models selling out in less than a month.

By Patrick Rall Dec 27 2017 - 2:46pm

The American Market Needs a Ford Ranger Raptor

There is some question as to whether the next generation Ford Ranger Raptor will be offered in the United States, but with the Motor Company’s dominance of the American truck market – they need to offer the high performance variant of their new mid-sized pickup in the USA.

2018 Subaru BRZ tS, BRZ STI, Toyota 86, Toyota reliability

By Denis Flierl Dec 27 2017 - 10:49am

How Toyota Elevated Subaru’s Reliability Rating to Top-Ten Status

Here’s how the Toyota 86 sports coupe helped boost Subaru’s reliability rating.

Mazda Miata earns "Most Satisfynig" title.

By John Goreham Dec 27 2017 - 8:48am

Mazda Miata Rated "Most Satisfying" By Sports Car Owners

Surveys by owners of the Mazda Miata put it o the same list as the Corvette, 911, Model S, and Dodge Challenger.

2019 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl Dec 27 2017 - 8:06am

More New Fifth-Generation 2019 Subaru Forester Details Emerge

There’s more new-generation 2019 Subaru Forester rumors circulating. Subaru may not drop the 2.0-liter turbo just the XT badge.

By Parks McCants Dec 26 2017 - 10:33pm

Honda’s most impressive car for 2018 has no engine

In 2017, Honda -Torque News drove and reviewed every offering in American Honda Motor’s lineup -- the most impressive car for 2018 has no engine.

By Parks McCants Dec 26 2017 - 9:39pm

Honda Motors greatest innovation for 2017 goes mostly unnoticed

It’s difficult to nail down the most significant development leading to the reinvention of Honda Motor Company. There’s a lot more going on here than a supersized Honda Accord.

By Patrick Rall Dec 26 2017 - 4:22pm

2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Lays Down Solid Numbers on the Dyno

The folks at Hennessey Performance have gotten their hands on one of the first 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk units to be delivered to a buyer and before adding big power, the crew put the supercharged SUV on the dyno for some baseline numbers – numbers which proved to be pretty impressive.

2006 Subaru WRX STI, Baby Driver, Ansel Elgort, Late Night with Seth Meyers

By Denis Flierl Dec 26 2017 - 11:34am

Ansel Elgort Reveals How He Got to Keep Subaru WRX STI from ‘Baby Driver'

Ansel Elgort reveals how he wanted the Subaru WRX STI from the movie “Baby Driver” so bad he got it.

By Denis Flierl Dec 26 2017 - 8:24am

2017 Nissan Rogue Sport; Don’t Let The Nameplate Fool You

Don’t let the Rogue Sport nameplate fool you, the new Sport is an all-new vehicle from Nissan.

By Marc Stern Dec 26 2017 - 8:20am

Audi recalls 2012-14 A6-7 models to fix fuel line leak

Audi has recalled nearly 49,000 2012-2014 A6 and A7 models to fix a fuel line problem. According to the automaker, the fuel lines in the affected vehicles are compressed at a point that could lead to their failure and a fuel leak. In turn, the fuel leak can pose a fire threat.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Fuel mileage

By Denis Flierl Dec 26 2017 - 7:49am

EPA Report: Subaru Models In U.S. Comply With Fuel Mileage Rules

There’s no problem with Subaru models in the U.S. complying with fuel mileage rules according to the EPA.

2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR Special, Subaru NBR Record Attempt

By Denis Flierl Dec 24 2017 - 8:00am

Higgins Says Subaru WRX STI Type RA Is Full-Blown Racecar

David Higgins helped develop the new 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA. He says it’s a full-blown racer.

By Marc Stern Dec 24 2017 - 12:34am

How many charging stations needed for EVs? EA believes 2,700

VW's subsidiary, the unit created as part of the settlement of the Dieselgate scandal, to not only drive an electric vehicle infrastructure but also choose locations, create the number of charing sites and wet numbers, has determined 2,700 vehicles are needed for EV infrastructure.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Impreza, 50th anniversary models

By Denis Flierl Dec 23 2017 - 2:21pm

50th Anniversary Subaru Models Arriving Now

The 50th Anniversary Subaru models, Outback, Impreza and Legacy models are arriving now across the U.S. Check out the new Heritage Blue color.

2018 Subaru Outback accessories, winter sports, gift ideas

By Denis Flierl Dec 23 2017 - 11:59am

Last Minute Subaru Outback Winter Accessory Gift Ideas

Do you have outdoor holiday plans? Check out these last minute Subaru Outback winter accessory ideas.

By Armen Hareyan Dec 23 2017 - 11:51am

Why the 2018 Chevy Volt is no ordinary car

The 2018 Chevy Volt is receiving good praise from EV owners. Today I was reading one discussion at the GM Electric Vehicle Owners group on Facebook and read this opinion about the 2018 Chevy Volt from a group member Thomas Kahn, which I am presenting below.

1994 Subaru Impreza, Subaru EJ boxer engine modifications

By Denis Flierl Dec 23 2017 - 8:24am

Insane Subaru Impreza By GotitRex Revs To 12,000 RPM

The guys at GotitRex know how to tune a Subaru Impreza EJ boxer engine, How about revving to 12,000 rpm?

By Marc Stern Dec 23 2017 - 12:30am

Bugatti meets first-year Chiron production goal 70 hypercars

Bugatti has met its own ambitious production goals as it has turned out 70 Chiron hypercars in a bit over nine months. It has to stay on track with the numbers as it still has 230 customers who have paid up to $3 million for their supercars and may have to wait another two years for their turns.

Largest Tesla Supercharger in Rygge, Norway

By Armen Hareyan Dec 22 2017 - 3:14pm

This is Tesla's largest Supercharger in Europe, which opened in a Norwegian village

Norway is often in the news when it comes to Tesla and if you have not heard of Rygge, it's the city where Tesla has opened its largest Supercharger in Europe with 34 stalls.

Republican lawmakers keep electric vehicle tax benefits in new tax law.

By John Goreham Dec 22 2017 - 11:55am

Republicans Include Electric Vehicle Tax Benefit In New Tax Law

The new tax bill just signed by the President and crafted by the Republicans in Congress and the Senate retains electric vehicle tax benefits and other taxpayer-funded green initiatives.

By Patrick Rall Dec 22 2017 - 11:49am

Ford Recalls 2018 Mustang with the 10-Speed Automatic Transmission

Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for more than 2,100 brand new 2018 Ford Mustangs with the new 10-speed automatic transmission over a concern that the premium gauge cluster might not communicate correctly with the shifter – leading to increased likelihood of a rollaway accident.

2009-2014 Subaru WRX, WRX STI, lawsuit, engine failure

By Denis Flierl Dec 22 2017 - 8:02am

Subaru Gets Hit With 2nd WRX STI Engine Failure Lawsuit

Subaru gets hit with a second lawsuit targeting the Subaru WRX and WRX STI 2.5L boxer claiming more engine failures.

By Marc Stern Dec 21 2017 - 9:47pm

Audi’s Q5, Q7 reel in new top NHTSA safety award

With the award of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Top Safety Rating, Audi's Q5 and Q7 have received some new recognition that also boost Q5 into the automaker's most-awarded SUV.

By Parks McCants Dec 21 2017 - 5:29pm

Acura RDX Prototype reveals a bold new direction for Honda luxury brand crossover (Video)

If a picture says 1000 words, what does a video tell us? Acura takes the wraps off of the remake of my favorite personal driver, I couldn’t be happier. With an educated eye, what do we learn from Acura’s teaser?

Toyota Prius named a top ten most satisfying car.

By John Goreham Dec 21 2017 - 4:37pm

Prius Joins Sports and Luxury Models On CR's Most Satisfying Cars List

The Toyota Prius joins $100K near supercars and luxury models on a list of the top 10 most satisfying cars as rated by owners.

By John Goreham Dec 21 2017 - 2:34pm

Mazda N. America Reverses Course - Will Offer Miata With Cherry Top in U.S.

A great new color soft top will soon be available to Mazda Miata buyers in the U.S.

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