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 Tim Healey May 2 2017 - 4:06pm

The Pros and Cons of an Electrified Hyundai Genesis EV

Hyundai has several reasons to go electric with its next Genesis Coupe. Let's look at the choices, types and the brand perspective vs sporting perspective of the next Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

By Patrick Rall May 2 2017 - 1:12pm

Ken Block Loves His New F150 Raptor, Celebrates Ownership with a Huge Burnout

Ken Block has long been a spokesman for Ford Motor Company so it should come as no surprise that his personal vehicle is a 2017 Ford F150 Raptor, and in the video below, Ken talks about how much he loves his new high performance half ton – celebrating his love of the truck with a gigantic family style burnout.

By Patrick Rall May 2 2017 - 10:39am

Erin Sylvester Wins a Land Rover at the Rolex 3-Day Event

American Erin Sylvester turned in a perfect run during the cross country portion of the 2017 Rolex Kentucky 3-Day Event, earning her a free 2-year lease of a 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Breaking Tesla news has Supercharger information, rockets, and gossip.

By John Goreham May 2 2017 - 10:37am

Breaking Tesla News Includes Superchargers, A Musk Firing, and Rockets

This week's Tesla Inc. news has information on Superchargers and spaceships. Plus more gossip.

By Patrick Rall May 2 2017 - 10:32am

The Hennessey Exorcist Camaro makes Over 1000hp on the Dyno (Video)

A few weeks back TorqueNews brought you the news of the new Hennessey Exorcist package for the new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and while the original introduction claimed that this high performance drag racing package would offer 1,000bhp – real world dyno results prove that number to be a bit on the low side.

Toyota Prius Prime Outselling Chevy Bolt by 50%

By John Goreham May 2 2017 - 10:15am

2017 Chevy Bolt Cannot Match Sales Pace of Toyota Prius Plug-in

The long-awaited all-electric Chevy Bolt cannot maintain a sales level even close to the Toyota Prius Prime.

By Patrick Rall May 2 2017 - 9:10am

April Hellcat of the Month: Glen Watson’s Built Dodge Charger

The April Hellcat of the Month as picked by the members of the SRT Hellcat Facebook page has picked this beautiful B5 Blue Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat, owned by Glen Watson.

2018 Subaru Ascent, New Subaru 3-Row SUV, NYIAS

By Denis Flierl May 2 2017 - 7:50am

New Subaru Ascent 3-Row Crossover; 2 Ways it Benefits U.S. Families

Subaru’s new 3-Row Crossover will be a big hit when it arrives next year. How will it benefit U.S. consumers?

By Patrick Rall May 1 2017 - 11:59pm

Hellcat of the Month December 2016: Rhiannon Layendecker's Supercharged Challenger

The December Hellcat of the Month contest has been completed by the members of the Hellcat Group Facebook page and the black Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat owned by Rhiannon Layendecker was picked by the members as their favorite car in the running.

Tesla gets safety update to meet minimum requirements.

By John Goreham May 1 2017 - 11:21am

Tesla Adds Auto Braking, But Just To Meet Minimum Requirements

Tesla has added automatic emergency braking back to some of its models, but only enough to meet the minimum standards set by IIHS.

Toyota's Tacoma recalled over safety issue related to differential.

By John Goreham May 1 2017 - 9:35am

Toyota Recalling Virtually All 2016 and 2017 Tacomas - Rear Differential May Lock up

A possible differential leak has Toyota recalling all of its 2016 and 2017 Tacomas.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross, Chris Atkinson, Patrik Sandell, GRC Memphis

By Denis Flierl May 1 2017 - 8:11am

New Subaru WRX STI GRC Cars Have Rough Start; Can they Dig Out of a Hole?

The new Subaru WRX STI GRC cars got off to a rough start in the season opener. Can they dig themselves out of a hole?

Scott Speed holds onto the lead in Sunday's Memphis World Rallycross action.

By Marc Stern May 1 2017 - 12:13am

Andretti-VW World Rallycross Team Starts Strong With 1-2 Finish in Memphis

Scott Speed and Tanner Foust started off their World Rallycross season in style Sunday as Speed held off Foust to earn his 13th total first place finish while Foust took second and the points for that position. The Memphis competition was the first race of the season.

By Parks McCants Apr 30 2017 - 3:29pm

Honda earns Kelley Blue Book “Best Value Brand” 3 years running

With some very good competition in every segment that Honda sells cars, crossovers, and SUVs, the brand that has effectively reinvented its entire lineup in the past 24 months, nails KBB’s “Best Value Brand” (non-luxury) for the 3rd year running.

So, you think only humans can be movie heroes? Audi Lunar Rovers can and do, as well

By Marc Stern Apr 29 2017 - 11:46pm

Audi’s Moon Rover Not Only Has Lunar Mission But It’s Also A Movie Star

Wait a minute! When did an Audi Lunar Rover become the hero of a movie? Oh, it never has, has it? Well, think again, because "Alien: Covenant" uses one quite successfully -- honestly.

The aggressive Takata airbag recall and replacement program may be creating its own problems.Could The Takata Airbag Recall Be Creating Its Own Worst Problems?

By Marc Stern Apr 29 2017 - 10:21pm

Could The Takata Airbag Recall Be Creating Its Own Worst Problems?

A recent automotive trade paper story suggested that the massive Takata airbag safety recall program could be the cause of some very disturbing problems.

By Denis Flierl Apr 29 2017 - 11:26am

Subaru Announces New Australian-Spec WRX S-Edition; Why Will Fans Choose it Over the Faster STI?

Subaru Australia announces a new 2017 WRX S-Edition. Why will fans choose it over the faster STI?

By Parks McCants Apr 28 2017 - 2:58pm

Extreme GRC Honda Civic Racing Trio Debuts in Memphis April 28

Today marks the official start of the 2017 Red Bull Global Rallycross series, and season two for Sweden's Olsbergs MSE, Honda Red Bull OMSE Civic Coupes. For 2017, Olsbergs MSE takes on a third car and a new look.

Tesla Model X Fire Falcon Doors Not Opening

By Douglas Stansfield Apr 28 2017 - 10:02am

Can a Fire Stop The Falcon Wing Doors on a Tesla Model X?

A video has surfaced on Youtube that contains pictures of a head-on collision of a Tesla Model X. The pictures show both cars on fire so the source of the fire’s origin is in question. The crash happened in February in a city in China and Tesla is reviewing the circumstances around it. But the question remains as to can a fire stop the Falcon Wing Doors from opening on a Tesla?

2018 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Apr 28 2017 - 8:32am

How Does the Family-Oriented Outback Wagon Keep Scoring Best "All-Terrain” Vehicle?

How does the family-oriented Subaru Outback wagon keep scoring Best "All-Terrain” vehicle? It's more than a family hauler.

By Douglas Stansfield Apr 27 2017 - 9:30pm

Warning Not To Try To Tamper With The Leaf Battery Pack at Home

As a former Nissan Leaf driver of a 2013 Nissan Leaf and as a former owner of an EV Conversion company, I was always tempted to try and extend the range of my Nissan Leaf. I never did it because of lack of time and do to the fact that I leased it so I didn’t want to end up tampering with the car at all. I drove it until it was due back and miss it to this day.

By Parks McCants Apr 27 2017 - 8:57pm

Kia's upstart premium sedan earns IIHS Top Safety Pick + rating

Kia’s second generation 2017 Cadenza has captured the interest of value conscious 4-door premium midsize sedan buyers. Cadenza is soon to become the most awarded offering in the segment. This week, Kia’s segment topping, upstart premium sedan earns a Top Safety Pick + rating from the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety.

By Armen Hareyan Apr 27 2017 - 8:41pm

Best Tire Shine Products Car Enthusiasts Like With a Warning

When you buy a car you quickly realize that shining tires are one of the most visible parts of your car. This is why I asked number of car enthusiasts about the longer lasting tire shine products and sprays they like and consider the best. But there is a warning about safety too.

By Will Maley Apr 27 2017 - 3:36pm

Rumored: Mercedes-Benz SLC Could Be Shown the Door

Last month, Mercedes-Benz boss Dieter Zetsche said the brand would be doing some pruning to their lineup, with a primary focus on niche models such as coupes and convertibles.

How deal with a Mazda Miata or Fiat Spider flat tire.

By John Goreham Apr 27 2017 - 10:10am

How To Plan For A Flat Tire In a Mazda Miata or Fiat 124 Spider

The Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider are unusual in that they have no spare tire and also do not have run flat tires. So what’s the plan if one gets a flat?

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Lamborghini, Ferrari

By Denis Flierl Apr 27 2017 - 8:23am

How Does Tiny Subaru Top Lamborghini and Ferrari? It’s Not About Performance

How does tiny Subaru top sports car brands Lamborghini and Ferrari? It’s not about performance.

The next stop in the Pirelli/Audi Sports racing series will be the Virginia International Speedway.

By Marc Stern Apr 26 2017 - 10:16pm

Audi Customer Racing Program Stops At Virginia International

Audi's customer racing program lands at the Virginia International Speedway this weekend as four owner/racers pit themselves and their vehicles against the pros on the Pirelli circuit.

By Armen Hareyan Apr 26 2017 - 8:03pm

How Veloster Enthusiasts Make Hyundai The Brand It Is

Car enthusiasts are the top driving force behind any brand and this is the case with Hyundai Veloster enthusiasts. In this story one Hyundai Veloster owner speaks up on how they helped to change the way people see Hyundai.

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By Parks McCants Apr 26 2017 - 3:25pm

Civic Type-R Buzz driving Honda performance hatchback feeding frenzy

Could the soon to arrive in the U.S. English built North American specific Honda Civic Type-R rekindle the glory years of Honda car sport tuning? American Honda is betting on it. From where I sit, an unprecedented Civic Type-R fan and media buzz is driving a Honda performance hatchback feeding frenzy.

By Parks McCants Apr 26 2017 - 12:33pm

2018 Odyssey minivan showcases Honda’s first 10 speed automatic transmission

For 2018, Honda improves on Odyssey, a winning formula that’s driven the maker's family hauler to the top of the minivan segment -- and now, how to stay there.

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