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 Oct 10 2017 - 8:39am

Does Your Toyota Camry's AC Smell Moldy? Here's What may be Causing the Smell

A new lawsuit sheds some light on why some Toyota Camry cars have smelly AC.

Subaru, Toyota, Honda, Kobe Steel, Metal Falsification Scandal

By Denis Flierl Oct 10 2017 - 8:10am

Metal Falsification Scandal Rocks Auto Industry; Subaru, Toyota, Honda

A scandal has rocked the Japanese auto industry. Subaru, Toyota, and Honda all said they used falsified materials supplied from Kobe Steel.

By Marc Stern Oct 9 2017 - 5:17pm

Which Brand Is Winnngest in 50-Year Baja 1000 History? VW And Its Bugs

If there is one thing certain about the "run what you brung" Baja 1000 it is that Volkswagen and its Bug have set a high bar when it comes to winning. The carmaker is the winningest in the history of the torturous off-road, outback event.

By Parks McCants Oct 9 2017 - 12:30pm

Civic Type-R buzz drives record sales for American Honda

With the initial production run sold out in days, Honda's halo car Civic Type-R brings new and old Honda fans alike to neighborhood showrooms. With record sales posted for September, Honda Civic is on a proverbial roll.

By Patrick Rall Oct 9 2017 - 12:28pm

2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Super Snake Auction to Benefit Vegas First Responders

Barrett Jackson Auto Auction president Steve Davis has donated a 2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Super Snake from his personal collection to be auctioned off to raise funds for the Las Vegas area first responders who had to face the horrific scene of the concert shooting earlier this month.

By Patrick Rall Oct 9 2017 - 11:01am

October Camaro of the Month: Bruce Gustafson's 1969 Camaros

The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of thee Month for October 2017 is the clean 1969 Camaro showed above, owned by Bruce Gustafson.

Hyundai i30 N, SEMA 2017, Pirelli P Zero Tires

By Denis Flierl Oct 9 2017 - 10:43am

You Won’t Be Riding on Hyundai i30 N’s Tailor-Made P Zero Tires In the US

Hyundai announced the new hot hatch i30 N gets tailor-made P Zero tires. You won’t be riding on these “HN” performance treads in the US.

2019 Subaru Ascent, new Subaru 3-Row SUV,

By Denis Flierl Oct 9 2017 - 10:03am

Subaru May Not Build New Ascent 3-Row Fast Enough to Satisfy Consumer Demand

Do you want Subaru’s new 2019 Ascent 3-Row crossover? Subaru may not be able to build them fast enough.

By Roger Maxwell Oct 8 2017 - 5:39pm

After Four Months, the Honda Civic Si Still Impresses

I tend to get bored with cars pretty quickly, but the Honda Civic Si has managed to hold my attention even after 4,000 miles of daily driving. Here’s my experience.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, IIHS, safety, Subaru safety

By Denis Flierl Oct 8 2017 - 8:26am

How Subaru Made New Crosstrek Even Safer For Consumers

Subaru makes the 2018 Crosstrek even safer than the outgoing model. How did they do it?

2018 Nissan LEAF, millennials, EV revolution, global climate change

By Denis Flierl Oct 7 2017 - 11:25am

Here’s How a Nissan LEAF Performance Hatch Changes the Global EV Landscape

A new Nissan LEAF NISMO will generate big interest in EVs. Here’s how it will bring EV critics onboard and change the global EV landscape.

2018 Subaru WRX, 2018 Subaru WRX STI, Subaru WRX/STI hatch, 5-Door

By Denis Flierl Oct 7 2017 - 10:23am

Fans Want a WRX/STI Hatch; Why Isn’t Subaru Listening

The 2018 Subaru WRX/STI is in a sales slide. A return to a hatch body would bring it back fast!

By Marc Stern Oct 6 2017 - 10:51pm

Volkswagen, leaving Dieselgate behind, reports 32 percent September sales hike

Leaving its emission cheating behind, Volkswagen reported a big sales bump in September. Led by its SUVs, Tiguan and Atlas, which make up 26 percent of its overall sales, VW has posted more than a 9 percent year-to-date sales increase, as well.

By Parks McCants Oct 6 2017 - 3:04pm

That quirky ‘Green’ neighbor of yours driving the 2017 Clarity FCV has good reason to smile

If you live in a major metro region of California, you’re beginning to see 2017 Honda Clarity driving silently past you in the H.O.V. lane. That quirky “Green” neighbor of yours has a secret, and he or she has several reasons to smile.

By Patrick Rall Oct 6 2017 - 1:17pm

Bullitt Mustang Update: Ford Says Window Sticker isn't Real

Yesterday we brought you the news of what appeared to be the first window sticker for the 2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt GT, but according to Ford Motor Company, that sticker was not produced by the automaker – although my expectations of seeing a new Bullitt Mustang remain.

Original American Honda Motor Company Incorporated

By Roger Maxwell Oct 6 2017 - 11:22am

How Honda Became My Go-To Brand

At the risk of this sounding like a car commercial, let me say this — I’ve been driving Honda automobiles long before I began writing about them. I have an appreciation for many different brands and models, but I find myself returning to the Honda brand more often than any other.

2018 Subaru WRX, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Top Safety Pick+, IIHS

By Denis Flierl Oct 6 2017 - 10:06am

New Subaru WRX and Crosstrek Ramp Up Safety For Consumers

The 2018 Subaru WRX and Crosstrek score the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Award. What other Subaru vehicles achieved it too?

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, EVO, Evolution SUV, Mitsubishi e-Evolution Concept

By Denis Flierl Oct 6 2017 - 8:05am

New Mitsubishi e-Evolution Concept Melts the ICE

Mitsubishi will unveil their hottest EV ever at the Tokyo Motor Show called the Mitsubishi e-Evolution Concept. It melts the ICE.

2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum AWD vs. the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD.

By John Goreham Oct 6 2017 - 8:02am

Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD vs. Nissan Pathfinder Platinum AWD - Which Is Your Choice?

We compare and contrast two of the best three-row crossovers, the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum AWD and the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD.

By Marc Stern Oct 5 2017 - 10:43pm

If You Think Distracted Driving Hits “Only Other People,” Think Again

Distracted driving continues to be a major issue on the highways of the country. A AAA safety study finds that today's navigation and infotainment systems require lots of driving involvement. Is it too much?

By Mary Conway Oct 5 2017 - 10:25pm

FCA Recalls 700,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees and Dodge Durangos Because of Brake Shields

Fiat Chrysler is recalling more than 700,000 of its popular Jeep Grand Cherokees and Dodge Durangos because of a potential problem with brake shields. The models were built from 2011-2014.

By Patrick Rall Oct 5 2017 - 3:57pm

2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt Window Sticker Surfaces Online

A window sticker for a 2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt has surfaced online, suggesting that the famed Bullitt Mustang will return for the 2018 model year – supporting rumors from earlier this year that there was a new special edition dark green Mustang on the way.

By Patrick Rall Oct 5 2017 - 1:30pm

Malcolm Zack's Stock-Powered Hellcat Challenger Runs a 10.39 Quarter Mile

Last month we brought you the story of Malcolm Zack, who drove his stock-powered Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat to a stock-powered Hellcat record when he ran a 10.47, but this past weekend, Zack broke his own record, laying down an awesome 10.39 at 135.58 miles per hour.

By Denis Flierl Oct 5 2017 - 11:23am

Here’s Why You Will Pay Attention to Kia; New Stinger is Hot and Loud

You better pay attention to the Kia brand because they are on the move. Check out the hot new Kia Stinger.

By Roger Maxwell Oct 5 2017 - 10:05am

Honda's Bold Move: Turbos in Every 2018 Accord

Honda swapped both naturally-aspirated engines in the 2018 Accord for two, smaller turbocharged engines. Is there reason for concern?

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, plug-in hybrid, all-electric, new Subaru EV

By Denis Flierl Oct 5 2017 - 7:47am

Breaking: Subaru to Join New EV Partnership With Toyota and Mazda

Subaru Corporation will join an EV partnership with Toyota and Mazda. When will Subaru unveil their new all-electric vehicle?

By Parks McCants Oct 5 2017 - 12:42am

Old-School Honda Si Fans Look to 2018 Acura ILX For a No Turbo Joy Ride

It’s that i-VTEC exhaust tune note that only a high-revving naturally aspirated Honda 4 banger can make that drives old-school Civic Si fans away from the next generation turbocharged engine. In rolls the 2018 Acura ILX.

By Marc Stern Oct 5 2017 - 12:02am

Porsche Continues Its Solid Sales Growth; 5,059 Vehicles Delivered in September

Porsche continued its solid sales growth in September as the automaker reported increases in deliveries in nearly all of its lines. Only the Cayenne was down a bit.

By Parks McCants Oct 4 2017 - 11:39pm

2018 Acura ILX Special Edition Presents Affordable Race Inspired Features

For 2018, Acura’s portal sedan comes to dealerships this week with a new trim option. In effect, Acura brings it’s ‘A Game’ to ILX, an affordable premium compact sedan that gives the competition a run for the standard feature value, with an injection of race inspired features.

By Patrick Rall Oct 4 2017 - 4:05pm

Yes, There Is a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT

Some people seem to believe the arrival of the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk led to the end of the Grand Cherokee SRT, but that is not the case at all, as there is a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT with the 475 horsepower, 6.4L Hemi – serving as a sort of entry-level super sport utility vehicle below the 707hp Trackhawk.

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