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 Oct 2 2017 - 4:19pm

Introducing the Ford F150-Based 2018 Saleen Sportruck with 700hp

Saleen Automotive announced this morning that they will soon offer a high performance package for the 2018 Ford F150 called the Sportruck and while the details are short right now – we know that the top of the line Saleen F150 will pack 700 horsepower.

By Patrick Rall Oct 2 2017 - 12:55pm

Capps' Dodge Charger Wins Again - Extending the Championship Lead

Ron Capps won his second race of the Countdown to the Championship portion of the NHRA season this past weekend, beating Jonnie Lindberg and extending his lead in the battle for the title with just 3 events left this season.

By Alex Reichenbach Oct 2 2017 - 11:55am

Toyota Diesel Trucks, Late To The Party?

Toyota trucks globally are famous for twos things; something found in virtually every Toyota, unrelenting reliability, and Toyota’s diesel motors. Any Toyota enthusiast in the US will gripe about the how the Hilux in not available in the US market. Now I’m not so sure the Hilux is that much better a light truck than the Tacoma here in the US but it does have that one thing the Tacoma never seems like it will, a diesel engine, namely Toyotas own DT4, 2.8L diesel motor.

By Alex Reichenbach Oct 2 2017 - 11:45am

The Tesla Model S GPS Problem, and How to Fix It

Tesla Model S owners have reported a strange issue recently, the onboard GPS is getting stuck in a single position. Moving, not moving, charging not charging, the car on the GPS display never changes positions, even when the car is miles away, assumable stuck where the problem first occurred. If the owner tries to map a route somewhere the GPS begins it at the perceived point of the car and will not find the car at its actual location to properly map the route.

By Christopher Russo Oct 2 2017 - 11:30am

Both The Excitement and Skepticism of The New 2018 Jeep Wrangler

The much anticipated new Jeep Wrangler is getting some changes for 2018 as well as a new badge identity. Now dubbed the JL this new Wrangler will include new designs both inside and out. And this Jeeper is more skeptical than excited.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Oct 2 2017 - 10:15am

Why Tiny Subaru Gains While Giant Automakers GM, Toyota, Ford and FCC Lose

Tiny Subaru is outpacing automotive giants GM, Toyota, Ford and FCC. How are they doing it?

2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E White Diamond Pearl

By Roger Maxwell Oct 2 2017 - 7:48am

Making Sense of the 2018 Honda Ridgeline's Trim Levels

The 2018 Honda Ridgeline is available in six trim levels covering a range of prices, features, and AWD availability. Which one should you buy?

Subaru Levorg, Ash Sutton, BTCC Championship

By Denis Flierl Oct 2 2017 - 7:46am

Subaru Star Ash Sutton Becomes Youngest BTCC Champion in Modern Era

Subaru’s star Ash Sutton is crowned the BTCC champion becoming the youngest champion in the modern era.

By Parks McCants Oct 2 2017 - 2:30am

2018 Honda Accord 'Bests' Sedan Segment in Comfort and Turbo Performance

Last week I got behind the wheel of Honda’s latest and greatest Accord advent, and drove it to triple digits. Epic! That’s an understatement. 2018 Honda Accord "bests" the midsize near-premium sedan segment in comfort and turbo performance, and much more. This is the best Accord ever produced.

By Roger Maxwell Oct 1 2017 - 9:43pm

Eight Things You’ll Find in the Bed of a Honda Ridgeline

The original Honda Ridgeline introduced in 2005 had several unique features that separated it from other trucks. The 2018 Honda Ridgeline continues and improves upon these features while adding one really “exciting” surprise.

By Marc Stern Oct 1 2017 - 8:03pm

VW's New 6/72 Warranty Longest In Industry, Also Transferrable

With the start of the new model year, Volkswagen has extended coverage of "The People's First Warranty" on its new vehicles to six years and 72,000 miles. It is now the longest new-car warranty in the industry and it is also tranferrable if the car is traded. The new owner picks up the balance. VW had formerly used an industry-standard 3/36 warranty.

Nissan Silvia, new-generation Nissan Silvia S16, Tokyo Motor Show 2017

By Denis Flierl Oct 1 2017 - 7:22am

Is the Legendary Nissan Silvia About To Make a Comeback?

Reports say Nissan will bring a new-generation Silvia S16 to the Tokyo Motor Show 2017. Is Nissan going to bring back their legendary sports car?

Subaru Crosstrek rally car, VW Golf rally car, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Sep 30 2017 - 5:30pm

600HP Subaru Crosstrek Rally Car Can’t Catch Prodrive's VW Golf

Chris Atkinson came in second at the Liupanshui rally in China driving the new 600hp Subaru Crosstrek. Guess who was driving the winning VW Golf?

2018 Subaru BRZ STI, 2018 BRZ tS, 2018 BRZ

By Denis Flierl Sep 30 2017 - 11:56am

New Japan-Spec BRZ STI Reveals 3 Upgrades Coming to 2018 Sports Coupe

Subaru announced this week, they will unveil a new BRZ STI Sport limited edition coupe at the Tokyo Motor show. It reveals 3 upgrades coming to the 2018 BRZ.

By Parks McCants Sep 29 2017 - 9:24pm

2018 Honda Accord's Bold Grill Design Hints to Innovation

At first look, I assumed that 2018 Honda Accord's bold black out grill was gunning for Toyota’s redesigned Camry. While that’s a given, Accord's elongated grill design serves a very specific purpose or two, key to improved fuel efficiency and performance.

By Marc Stern Sep 29 2017 - 7:11pm

This Is How High Volkswagen's Dieselgate Costs Reached Due To Technical Problems

In an unexpected development Friday, Volkswagen announced that unexpected costs due to its U.S. buyback and repair program had pushed costs of its emission-control scandal past the $30 billion mark.

Modern Steel Metallic Honda Civic Touring Sedan

By Roger Maxwell Sep 29 2017 - 3:02pm

Honda Announces 2018 Honda Civic Coupe, Sedan, and Si

Today, Honda announced the 2018 Honda Civic Coupe, Sedan, and Si. Only one thing has changed.

2017 Nissan 370Z NISMO, 1969 Datsun 240Z

By Denis Flierl Sep 29 2017 - 11:38am

6 Dominant Family Traits NISMO 370Z Shares With the Original 240Z

When Nissan (Datsun) brought out the 240Z coupe, they used six requirements to build it. That same DNA shows up big in the new Nissan NISMO 370Z sports car.

Subaru Baja, Subaru pickup, mid-size pickup, Tacoma, Colorado, Frontier, Ridgeline

By Denis Flierl Sep 29 2017 - 7:56am

Hurricanes Harvey and Irma Reveal Why Subaru Needs To Resurrect the Baja

The midsize pickup market is booming, and Subaru needs to resurrect the Baja for North America. Would you buy one?

By Roger Maxwell Sep 28 2017 - 10:10pm

The All-New 2018 Honda Accord Has Left Its V6 Engine Behind

Honda began offering a V6 engine in the Accord in 1994. Twenty-three years later, the Accord has returned to its four-cylinder roots. Will these new four-bangers put off V6 buyers or will they gain a whole new level of respect?

By Patrick Rall Sep 28 2017 - 3:27pm

Ford F250, F350 and F450 Super Duty Limited: A New Level of Luxury

Ford Motor Company announced today that a new Limited trimline for the F250, F350 and F450 pickups will arrive for the 2018 model year, lifting the level of available luxury to a whole new level – while still offering all of the working abilities of the Super Duty lineup.

By Alex Reichenbach Sep 28 2017 - 12:38pm

R36, The Nissan GTR’s Upcoming Tech Infused Update

Nissan’s R35 GTR will be in production for an entire decade in 2018 and although it continues to be a fan favorite among the import crowd, it’s starting to show its age.

By Patrick Rall Sep 28 2017 - 12:37pm

Petty's Garage Announces a 1000hp Dodge Hellcat Package

If you have a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat or a Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat and you would like to have your supercharged Mopar muscle car beefed up by one of the biggest names in the history of American motorsports, Petty’s Garage can increase the output up over a thousand horsepower.

By Parks McCants Sep 28 2017 - 12:36pm

2 Key features ‘normalize’ 2018 Honda Accord Hybrid

To buy hybrid or go conventional? As the auto industry turns to electrification in the righteous quest for near zero emissions, greater fuel efficiency, and torque, 2018 Honda Accord “normalizes” the hybrid drive and ride experience.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 28 2017 - 10:23am

What Happens To Tesla, Nissan Leaf and ICE Cars if California Bans ICE Vehicles

California is considering a ban on gas cars. If this becomes reality it will be both threat and opportunity for Tesla vehicles, Nissan Leaf, other EVs as well as ICE cars.

Subaru WRX STI, Subaru BRZ, Forza Motorsport 7, Fate of the Furious, Fast and Furious

By Denis Flierl Sep 28 2017 - 8:29am

Subaru’s “Fate Of The Furious” WRX STI and BRZ Are Coming to Forza 7

Ten cars from the film "Fast and Furious" are coming to Forza Motorsport 7. The Subaru WRX STI and BRZ won’t be left out.

By Marc Stern Sep 27 2017 - 11:36pm

Porsche 911 GT2 RS set new record, lapping the ‘Ring in 6:47.3

When Porsche set out to wring out the 911 GT2 RS Coupe on the Nurburgring, a demanding and unyielding track in northwestern Germany, they had a certain lap time in mind. When the smoke had settled, though, they found they had not only beaten the time but also had decimated it by nearly 20 seconds.

By Alex Reichenbach Sep 27 2017 - 10:32pm

Cross European Tesla Model X Adventure From Norway To Greece

Tesla haters and electric skeptics all like to sight the same arguments when talking about why not to buy an electric vehicle. One of the big ones is “well what happens when you run out of power?” The answer is nothing really. You don’t unless you are extremely careless or unlucky. And If that’s the case well, yeah, you’re in a bit of a situation.

By Marc Stern Sep 27 2017 - 5:55pm

VW retains ABT Schaeffler team for 2017-18 Formula E season

After pullling out of enduro racing last year in favor of Formula E(electric) campaigning, Volkswagen announced its factory works team for the racing series. VW will retain its current team -- Abt Schaeffler -- as the factory works unit.

By Patrick Rall Sep 27 2017 - 4:32pm

Building the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Online

We previously reported that every 2018 Chevrolet Corvette would cost $45 more than the comparable 2017 model and today, we take a closer look at the pricing of the 2018 Z06 – as I build my ideal supercharged Corvette on Chevrolet.com.

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