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.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross Seattle, Tanner Foust

By Denis Flierl Sep 9 2017 - 7:21pm

#55 Subaru WRX STI Gets 2nd Podium Of The Season At GRC Seattle

Chris Atkinson’s #55 Subaru WRX STI gets another podium at Red Bull Global Rallycross Seattle.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 9 2017 - 3:58pm

What happens when you fall asleep with your Tesla Model S on Autopilot

Many car enthusiasts know that Tesla is a leader in Autopilot technology, but do you know for example what will happen when you fall asleep with your Tesla Model S on Autopilot?

By Armen Hareyan Sep 9 2017 - 9:58am

This Toyota Prius Says It Makes 0-60 in 2.3 Seconds

A picture, posted on Imgur, shows a Toyota Prius that has a bumper sticker reading 0-60 in 2.3 seconds.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Sep 9 2017 - 9:56am

Meet The Genius Who Communicates Your Outback, Forester And Crosstrek #SubieLove

Meet the genius who tapped into #SubieLove you have for your Subaru Outback, Forester and Crosstrek. He’s the architect of the “Love” Campaign.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 8 2017 - 9:37pm

The Ford Ranger Raptor; How The Light Truck has Evolved

The Ford Ranger is slated to return to the US in 2019. This wasn’t a big deal, simply the rebirth of dead Ford truck and another addition to the light truck market. Until yesterday, when Ford blew our minds with a seriously awesome video of a Ranger blasting through the Australian outback dressed in some black and white automotive camo and a few bags. If you haven’t seen the video, stop everything and watch it now.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 8 2017 - 8:31pm

Tesla Already Delivers Model S with New Rear Seat

Here is Tesla's new rear seats for Model S. One of the owners who just bought his Model S, reported having the new back seat in the interior. Note the difference in the middle.

By Jeff Schneider Sep 8 2017 - 7:41pm

Plug-in EV sales for Aug: Bolt EV leads and who sold how many

The Chevrolet Bolt EV continued a steady sales rise last month as it solidified its position among the top three plug-in electric cars for which monthly U.S. sales are reported.

Train carrying Toyota Tundra and Toyota Tacoma

By Senita Hignojoz Sep 8 2017 - 5:45pm

Train Carrying Toyota Trucks Derails in San Antonio

The clean-up continues this afternoon, where a freight train transporting Toyota Tundras and Tacomas derailed on the South Side of San Antonio early Friday morning, causing a power outage for hundreds of people in the area.

By Denis Flierl Sep 8 2017 - 11:02am

You Won’t Find This Ultra-Exclusive “Solar Flare” Toyota 86 In US Showrooms

U.S. sports car enthusiasts won’t find this ultra-exclusive “Solar Flare” Toyota 86 in showrooms. Where can it be found?

By Denis Flierl Sep 8 2017 - 9:39am

How Subaru Uses Color, Boyfriends and Dogs To Get You To Buy New Crosstrek

The 2018 Subaru Crosstrek’s new colors and TV spot is how the brand is connecting with millennial females and it’s working.

By Parks McCants Sep 8 2017 - 1:26am

On the road with 2017 Honda Civic Type-R Touring, fans can’t get enough of it

That’s right, Honda classifies the most powerful production Civic ever as a touring car. So, after returning from a race course outside of Seattle, Washington...

By Marc Stern Sep 7 2017 - 10:03pm

Lambo Set To Unveil Aventador S Roadster at Frankfurt Motor Show

Lamborghini plans to use this month's Frankfurt Motor Show to unveil the new Aventador Roadster S. The automaker has designed the drop-top model so it is uniquely styled and differs from the already-available coupe.

By Buzz Smith Sep 7 2017 - 7:21pm

Plug-in vehicles and tax planning. It's that time again

In my day job as a vehicle salesperson, specializing in plug-in vehicles, I am constantly amazed to see how little understanding there is about the federal government’s Income Tax Credit for EVs and plug-in hybrids. I’ve even had tax professionals give incorrect guidance to their clients, so here’s a bit of info...

By Senita Hignojoz Sep 7 2017 - 6:25pm

Find the Right Truck Tent for Your Overland Tundra or Tacoma

Truck tents have paved the way to making outdoor escapades as hassle-free as possible. Visualize traveling around in your Toyota Tundra or Tacoma all while being able to relax in the luxury of your own bed, literally. There is a limitless array of tents for your truck available and these on-the-go living quarters will guarantee that you’ll always be ready for any adventure, anytime, anyplace.

Mazda makes notable changes to the CX-3 compact crossover.

By John Goreham Sep 7 2017 - 5:45pm

Mazda Makes Surprising Changes to CX-3 Crossover for 2018

Just two years into its production, Mazda makes notable changes to the CX-3 compact crossover.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 7 2017 - 5:42pm

People Who Have Sat in Tesla Model 3 and Model S Compare Them

We have read and seen many comparisons of Tesla Model S vs Tesla Model 3, but what about from the people who have actually sat at the driver's seat of both cars and compare them.

By Jeff Schneider Sep 7 2017 - 3:47pm

Mazda’s Skyactive-X Engine: Waste of time or transitional technology

The internal combustion engine, now more than 200 years old, will be with us for a long time to come yet. Powering more than 1 billion vehicles on the planet and almost 100 million new ones each year, it is the default way to move vehicles along the world's roads.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 7 2017 - 2:10pm

Jaguar E-type Zero Is Beautiful, But Falls Behind Depending On Your View

Jaguar E-Type is now going electric and will be called E-Type Zero, but when you compare it with Tesla Model 3 and the 2018 Nissan Leaf one wonders if it does enough to remain competitive. Her is why.

By Denis Flierl Sep 7 2017 - 1:17pm

Watch 2018 Subaru WRX STI Get Its Extreme Drifting On [Video]

Watch the 2018 Subaru WRX STI do some extreme drifting on the track. [Video]

By Armen Hareyan Sep 7 2017 - 8:21am

I turned in my Model 3 reservation today for a Tesla Model S 75D, PUP and Autopilot order

There is so much excitement around the Tesla Model 3 and anticipation for it that we forget that there is another trend too. I have already heard number of stories that people turned in their Model 3 reservation for Tesla Model S. One of them is this story.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, Outback 2.0L Diesel, Forester 2.0L Diesel

By Denis Flierl Sep 7 2017 - 8:12am

Subaru Will Axe Outback And Forester 2.0L Diesels To Focus On EV Development

Subaru will stop selling its 2.0-liter diesel Outback and Forester models around the globe to focus on electric vehicle development.

By Marc Stern Sep 6 2017 - 10:33pm

Volkswagen recovery continues as August sales hit 32,015 units

Continuing its recovery from the sales disaster brought on by the Dieselgate scandal, Volkswagen reported sales of 32,000 units in August, a 9.0 percent increase over 2016.

By Alex Reichenbach Sep 6 2017 - 9:26pm

2019 Toyota Supra, can it pick up where Toyota left it off?

In 1998 The Toyota Supra became a car of the past. Toyota withdrew from the US market after withdrawing from the Canadian market two years prior and ultimately ending production in japan in 2002. The Supra MKIV left a lasting impression on the automotive work that almost 20 years later still has not gone away. But now, a new dawn is on the horizon.

By Senita Hignojoz Sep 6 2017 - 9:04pm

Find the Best Tires for Your Truck Needs Before Upgrading Your Toyota Tundra

Buying quality tires is one of the best ways to improve the performance of your Toyota Tundra. There is an extensive variety of truck tires on the market, but you need to make sure you buy the right tires for your specific truck. So, before you upgrade your Tundra, always reflect on what you want out of your tires and make sure your tire selection is up to the task.

By Patrick Rall Sep 6 2017 - 5:36pm

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE Beats Porsche 911, Nissan GTR in C&D Lightning Lap

The folks at Car & Driver have announced the results of their 2017 Lighting Lap series and while the Mercedes Benz AMG GT R took the title as the overall winner, the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE beat every other competitor in the group – including the Porsche 911 Turbo S and the Nissan GT-R Track Edition, both of which are in the price class above the Camaro.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 6 2017 - 4:41pm

Canadian Reservations Open for 2018 Nissan Leaf and No Deposit Required

Nissan Canada just opened the reservations page for the 2018 Nissan Leaf and unlike Tesla Model 3 no deposit is required.

By Patrick Rall Sep 6 2017 - 3:48pm

2017 Ford Flex Review: Great Driving Dynamics Meet Big SUV Space

Most people who are shopping for a new 7-passenger vehicle look to the minivan or large sport utility vehicle segments, but the 2017 Ford Flex provides an awesome alternative to either of those other options – providing greater driving dynamics and more fun-to-drive factor than other 7-passenger vehicles.

By John Goreham Sep 6 2017 - 3:24pm

How the Tesla Model S Narrowly Missed A Poor Crash Test Rating

When IIHS tested the Tesla Model S the second time, something unexpected happened. Here’s the behind the scenes story.

By Jeff Schneider Sep 6 2017 - 3:21pm

Chevy Bolt vs Tesla Model 3 on Specs Alone

Tesla's first mass-market vehicle, the Model 3, is expected to go head-to-head with the Chevrolet Bolt, which falls in the same price category and mileage range. Despite the fact that the Model 3 and the Chevy Bolt are marketed to very different demographics, their specs tell a different story.

By John Goreham Sep 6 2017 - 2:11pm

Tesla Model S Barely Beats Chevy Bolt In U.S. Electric Vehicle Sales For August

Tesla's Model S took the top sales for electric vehicles in the U.S in August, but the race could not have been closer.

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