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.

2017 Lexus ES 350 recalled over steering loss.

By John Goreham Jul 11 2017 - 1:26pm

Spooky Recall Announced Covering 2017 Lexus ES 350

Lexus has announced a recall on the 2017 ES 350 sedan because it can lose steering control.

2017 Mazda CX-5 earns IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus Award.

By John Goreham Jul 11 2017 - 12:38pm

2017 Mazda CX-5 Earns Highest Possible Safety Rating From IIHS

Mazda's 2017 CX-5 compact crossover has earned the highest possible safety rating from IIHS, the Top Safety Pick Plus designation.

By Patrick Rall Jul 11 2017 - 12:00pm

Ford becomes the Presenting Sponsor of the 2017 Woodward Dream Cruise

Ford Motor Company announced today that the Ford brand is the official presenting sponsor of the 2017 Woodward Dream Cruise – effectively replacing Chevrolet, which has been the title sponsor for the past 6 years.

2002-2007 Subaru WRX and WRX STI, stolen Subaru, Subaru car thefts

By Denis Flierl Jul 11 2017 - 8:09am

Subaru WRX/STIs are Being Targeted by Car Thieves; What Should Owners Do?

The biggest Subaru car club in Colorado, Simply Subies Colorado, says thieves are targeting their Subaru WRX and WRX STI performance cars. How do you prevent your car from being stolen?

By Marc Stern Jul 10 2017 - 10:25pm

Software glitch keeps Q3 lights dark in emergency braking situation; 24,745 vehicles recalled

Audi has recalled a number of 2016-17 Q3 crossovers because of a software problem. The problem occurs when the parking brake is used as an emergency brake. Because of a software problem that resulted from product upgrades, the brakelights remain off so vehicles in the rear run the risk of hitting the Q3.

By Tim Healey Jul 10 2017 - 6:29pm

Tuned Miata Looks Ready to Rumble

Tuners change the looks of a car a lot. Just ask the folks behind the Aimgain Mazda Miata.

By Patrick Rall Jul 10 2017 - 4:17pm

The 2018 Ford Mustang Pony Package adds Vintage Badging

Last week we brought you a leaked look at the 2018 Ford Mustang with the new Carbon Sport Interior Package and this week, the Motor Company has offered up information on the 2018 Mustang Pony Package – which brings vintage cues to the turbocharged base model pony car.

Elon Musk Jumps the line of paid customers for a new Tesla Model 3

By John Goreham Jul 10 2017 - 4:04pm

First Tesla Model 3 Goes To Billionaire Rather Than Paid Customer Or Charity

Elon Musk just jumped the Tesla Model 3 line ahead of almost a half million regular folks who paid a $1,000 deposit over a year ago.

Second drive of Mazda's 2017 CX-9 - We like it more.

By John Goreham Jul 10 2017 - 3:11pm

2017 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD Three-Row Crossover - On Second Thought...

We recently had a second chance to drive the all-new Mazda CX-9. For us, the second time's a charm.

By Patrick Rall Jul 10 2017 - 2:32pm

The 6th gen Camaro Race Car gets its First Big Win

The IMSA Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge is the highest level of competition for the 6th generation Chevrolet Camaro race car and in just their 3rd race with the Camaro GT4.R, Stevenson Motorsports took the class win – giving the new Camaro road racer its first big win.

By Tim Healey Jul 10 2017 - 1:14pm

No Hyundai Veloster for 2018 Model Year

We know the Hyundai Azera is dead, at least in America. Now we also know that there will be no 2018 Hyundai Veloster.

By Patrick Rall Jul 10 2017 - 12:58pm

Capps makes it 10-straight for the DSR Dodge Charger Funny Cars

This past weekend, Ron Capps and his Dodge Charger took the Funny Car class win at the Fallen Patriots NHRA Route 66 Nationals, giving Don Schumacher Racing their 10th-straight funny car win while the Chevrolet Camaro-driving rivals from John Force Racing all lost in the 1st round.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 10 2017 - 11:37am

Tesla Model 3: What Will Happen On July 28

After the announcement, pictures and video of the first production Tesla Model 3 all the interested parties, enthusiasts and hundreds of thousands of reservation holders are anxiously looking to see what will happen on July 28. They hope that the Model 3 configuration will open either on that day or earlier.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 10 2017 - 10:22am

Tesla Model 3 vs 2018 Nissan Leaf: The Prettier One

After Tesla CEO Elon Musk released the first production pictures of the new Tesla Model 3 social media was quickly filled with discussions comparing it to the new Nissan Leaf and talking about which of them is prettier.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, Mt. Washington Hill Climb, Pastrana shatters record

By Denis Flierl Jul 10 2017 - 7:03am

Pastrana Shatters Mt. Washington Record; Higgins’ Subaru WRX STI Goes Off the Side of a Cliff

Travis Pastrana shatters Mt. Washington Record while David Higgins’ Subaru WRX STI goes off the side of a cliff. Luckily he emerged unscathed.

First Production Tesla Model 3 SN1 Video

By Armen Hareyan Jul 9 2017 - 10:24pm

First Production Tesla Model 3 HD Video Apears from Fremont Factory

Early this morning we got the first images of the first production Tesla Model 3 SN1. Now, just moments ago the first video of SN1 Model 3 appeared on YouTube.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 9 2017 - 6:19pm

First Production Tesla Model 3 Reminds of Corvette and Audi (Pictures)

When last night Tesla CEO Elon Musk tweeted the first production version of Tesla Model 3 serial number 1 first thing that crossed my mind was how similar is the front to Corvette and the rear end to Audi A7 when you look at the car from a side view.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Jul 9 2017 - 8:32am

Subaru Touts Safety as #1 Priority: Here’s How they Prove New Crosstrek Prevents Accidents

Subaru surveys new Outback wagon owners in Europe and finds some interesting safety facts. How will their new 2018 Crosstrek prevent accidents?

By Armen Hareyan Jul 8 2017 - 10:22pm

Tesla Model SN1 Built And And We Know The Owner

First Tesla Model 3 with a serial number 1 (SN1) is already built and is going through final checkout, tweets Tesla (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk. But he promised something more very soon.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 8 2017 - 7:01pm

New White Tesla Model 3 Spotted Outside Fremont Looks Slightly Different

I just saw this tweet that a Twitter user reported this picture of spotting a white Tesla Model 3 outside Fremont, CA about two hours ago.

By Tim Healey Jul 8 2017 - 6:02pm

Hyundai Slips Behind Ford in Global Automaker Rankings

Hyundai-Kia has slipped out of fifth place in the global automaker rankings, falling behind Ford.

By Tim Healey Jul 8 2017 - 5:27pm

Dashcam Catches Joyride in Mazda RX-8

If you’re going to joyride in a Mazda RX-8, maybe make sure you aren’t being watched?

By Marc Stern Jul 8 2017 - 2:31pm

Are VW parts callbacks the start of a much larger industry recall?

Volkswagen's recall of 450,000 SUVs that have been affected by failing parts could be just the tip of the iceberg. With industry consolidation, it is quite possible that as many as 13 other carmakers and suppliers could also be facing their own set of callbacks.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 8 2017 - 1:39pm

July 5 Photo Shows Tesla Could Be Hiding One of 3 Things on Model 3 Roof

A new video of Tesla Model 3 that was uploaded on July 5th, shows the top covered raising number of questions as to what Tesla may be hiding on Model 3 roof. In my opinion it could be one of the three things.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 8 2017 - 11:58am

Funniest Nissan Leaf License Plate

Sometimes people want to make a statement with the license plate of their cars and the same is true especially with the electric cars owners. I find the license plate on this new Nissan Leaf really making the point.

By Armen Hareyan Jul 8 2017 - 9:36am

This Picture Was Mistakenly Confused with Tesla Model 3 SN1

I have a habit of searching interesting tweets to find the latest about Tesla Model 3 and found this picture which has led some to believe that it's SN1, but this is from the Model 3 reveal.

2017 Subaru WRX, 2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 Subaru WRX

By Denis Flierl Jul 8 2017 - 8:31am

4 Reasons Why Subaru WRX is on Top-10 “Owners Can’t Wait to Get Rid of” List

The new Subaru WRX is on the top-ten cars list that are sold by their owners the quickest after driving off the dealer lot. There’s 4 reasons why. Would they affect your decision to sell?

By Marc Stern Jul 7 2017 - 11:44pm

VW dodges major recall cost bullet as 766K cars only need software update

Volkswagen has avoided a major cost hit as the automaker, just beginning to recover strongly from its self-inflicted emissions scandal, has found that a software upgrade can cause of problem with the braking systems of 766,000 models worldwide.

By Parks McCants Jul 7 2017 - 8:49pm

Faulty seat belt assembly sends 2018 Honda Odyssey to recall

The first product recall for the reinvented 2018 Honda Odyssey minivan impacts 3900 vehicles. Do you own one of them?

By Patrick Rall Jul 7 2017 - 12:26pm

F-22 Themed Ford F150 Raptor built for EAA AirVenture Auction

Each year, Ford Motor Company donates a specially outfitted Ford Mustang to be auctioned off at the annual Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture event in Wisconsin, but for 2017, the automaker has contributed a new F150 Raptor featuring design cues from an F22 Raptor fight plane.

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