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 4 2017 - 1:16pm

Toyota Buddies Up With Mazda and Denso On Electric Vehicles

Toyota builds a posse to go after future EV sales.

By Armen Hareyan Oct 4 2017 - 12:43pm

Tesla: Massive Success With Model 3 vs Making Niche Cars

Today as I scanning the Tesla discussions in forums and groups I noticed an interesting opinion, which claimed that Tesla will have more success with niche cars vs going mass market with Model 3, despite Model 3's success. Here is the loginc behind this claim and how Tesla CEO meets at least one of his goals no matter what.

2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, SEMA Show 2017

By Denis Flierl Oct 4 2017 - 12:29pm

Rockstar Energy Moab Extreme Off-roader Santa Fe Sport Concept; Whew!

It could be the longest vehicle name in the history of autos, but it’s a cool off-road concept vehicle using the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport as the platform. It's coming to SEMA 2017.

By Armen Hareyan Oct 4 2017 - 11:38am

Tesla's Advantages and Disadvantages After Every Carmaker Goes Electric

Recently one automaker after another made announcements about their electric vehicle plans and it seems that all of them will eventually go electric. If they do Tesla, a clear leader with Nissan Leaf and Chevy Bolt will have certain advantages, but also disadvantages.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru Impreza, new-generation Subaru

By Denis Flierl Oct 4 2017 - 8:27am

Why These 2 New-Generation Subarus Are Blowing Up the Entire Lineup

Buyers are responding to the new-generation 2018 Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza models in a big way. What’s up with the new-gen models?

By Roger Maxwell Oct 4 2017 - 12:42am

2018 Honda Accord Sport 2.0T Is No Threat to Civic Type R, But Comparison to Civic Si

Imagine a more powerful version of the Civic Si or a more luxurious version of the Civic Type R. Could Honda’s newly-announced 2018 Accord Sport 2.0T be a worthy compromise?

By Marc Stern Oct 3 2017 - 11:25pm

Audi’s Record Sales Run Hits 81 Months In September

Audi's steady sales pace has resulted in another monthly record in September. The automaker set its 81st straight monthly sales record, led by deliveries of the all-new Q5, the Q7 and the A5 Sportback.

By Patrick Rall Oct 3 2017 - 4:06pm

David Crockett's Supercharged Dodge Challenger Sets another Quarter Mile Record

Last month, we brought you the news of David Crockett’s 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 setting the record for the quickest quarter mile time for a modern Mopar with a clutch-controlled manual transmission, but this past weekend, Crockett and his street-driven Challenger smashed his own record – laying down a 9.28 at 151.98 miles per hour.

By Armen Hareyan Oct 3 2017 - 4:01pm

Green Mercedes-AMG GT R In The Middle of American Trucks

What is the Mercedes-AMG GT R doing in the in the middle of all these awesome American trucks?

By Patrick Rall Oct 3 2017 - 2:51pm

Chevrolet Camaro Surges, Dodge Challenger Drops in September Sales

The Chevrolet Camaro had a big month in September while the Dodge Challenger fell far from the month before and the Ford Mustang stayed relatively steady – allowing the Camaro to lead the muscle car monthly sales race for the 2nd time this year.

By Denis Flierl Oct 3 2017 - 1:05pm

Nissan Turns Over a New LEAF; Check Out the Hot LEAF NISMO Hatch

Nissan has revealed a new LEAF NISMO concept hot hatch. This is one model we hope they bring to production.

By Mary Conway Oct 3 2017 - 1:03pm

Why GM is charging ahead into electric vehicles

General Motors announced it is planning 20 new electric vehicles. What does this announcement really mean for customers?

By John Goreham Oct 3 2017 - 11:40am

Tesla Model S Sales Surprise

As Tesla's Model 3 flounders, the Model S shines.

By Patrick Rall Oct 3 2017 - 10:32am

2018 Ford Mustang GT 10-Speed Transmission Improves Fuel Economy

A window sticker for a 2018 Ford Mustang GT with the new 10-speed automatic transmission has surfaced online and as expected, the newest pony car offers slightly better fuel economy thanks to the new gearbox even though the engine offers more power than the 2017 models.

Pickup truck sales through the roof in September.

By John Goreham Oct 3 2017 - 10:12am

Pickup Truck Sales Surge After Harvey and Irma's Wrath

Two incredible storms wiped out a huge number of vehicles in the past two months. Now, Pickup truck sales are showing America's preference for replacing those vehicles.

2018 Nissan Frontier, 2017 Nissan Frontier, Toyota Tacoma, Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon, Honda Ridgeline

By Denis Flierl Oct 3 2017 - 10:00am

Nissan Announces Frontier Pricing; New Midnight Edition Is Only Excitement

Nissan just announced U.S. pricing for the 2018 Nissan Frontier mid-size pickup. The new Midnight Edition is the only new excitement for MY2018.

2018 Subaru Ascent, Subaru 3-Row SUV, new Subaru 3-Row Crossover, Los Angeles Auto Show 2017

By Denis Flierl Oct 3 2017 - 8:03am

Announced: New Subaru Ascent Will Make Global Debut at LA Auto Show

It’s just been announced, Subaru will unveil their new 2018 Ascent 3-Row Crossover at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Why is it a big deal for Subaru?

By Marc Stern Oct 3 2017 - 12:10am

Like Amarok Pickup, Subcompact VW Polo Won’t Be Offered In U.S., But It’s Quite A Car

Some of Volkswagen's more interesting vehicles never make it to the U.S. market. For example, the Amarok pickup isn't sold here though it would likely give the established pickups a run for the money. So to would the new Polo which is now a key vehicle in the automaker's sales plans.

By John Goreham Oct 2 2017 - 10:30pm

Tesla Model 3 Sales One-tenth of What Was Promised

Stop us if you've heard this one before, Tesla just missed its delivery promise.

Toyota Tacoma may one day be offered as a hybrid.

By John Goreham Oct 2 2017 - 9:41pm

Toyota Tacoma Hybrid Pickup Truck Back On the Table

Toyota's Tacoma may well get a hybrid engine after all.

Sleeper Lexus GS300 has twin turbo engine.

By John Goreham Oct 2 2017 - 9:20pm

Unique Sleeper Lexus GS300 With Supra Twin Turbo Engine For Sale

This Craigslist Lexus GS 300 has a surprise under the hood.

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.

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