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 Apr 6 2017 - 4:03pm

Ford Mustang adding Rear Doors or V8 Supercars adding Coupes?

It seems as though the Ford Mustang will become the weapon of choice for Blue Oval drivers in the Australian V8 Supercar racing series – meaning that there will either be a coupe running in what has traditionally always been a sedan-only series, or the Mustang body will be adapted to fit on the current sedan race car platform.

By Will Maley Apr 6 2017 - 2:55pm

A LaFerrari Could Be Crushed Due To A Stupid Reason

Just because you are rich doesn't mean you be above the law.

By Parks McCants Apr 6 2017 - 1:20pm

Honda reveals 2017 Civic Si price, specifications and availability

Today Honda revealed ball-park price and specifications for the redesigned uptick 2017 Civic Si, and more. What else do we know about Honda's latest Civic Si offering?

By Mary Conway Apr 6 2017 - 1:04pm

2018 Buick Regal brings back a wagon

Buick is introducing two new models, a sportback and a wagon. This isn't your grandfather's Roadmaster! It is a sporty take on the wagon for people who love the room of a SUV and the functionality of a car.

How to adjust the navigation sound volume in a Lexus.

By John Goreham Apr 6 2017 - 11:11am

How To Adjust Navigation Volume In Your Lexus RX and Other Models

Adjusting the sound volume of navigation guidance in a Lexus is tricky. We show you how using the RX crossover as an example.

By Denis Flierl Apr 6 2017 - 9:52am

Here’s How You Can Win a Free Garden Makeover from Subaru; You Don’t Even Need to Drive an Outback

Would you like to win a free garden makeover from Subaru? You don’t even need to drive an Outback. Here’s how.

2017 Nissan Titan PRO-4X, RMAP, Denver Auto Show, 2017 Rocky Mountain Truck of the Year

By Denis Flierl Apr 6 2017 - 7:37am

Why Nissan Titan PRO-4X Scores "2017 Rocky Mountain Truck of the Year"

The 2017 Nissan TITAN PRO-4X scores "2017 Rocky Mountain Truck of the Year” from the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press. Why did it win?

By Mary Conway Apr 5 2017 - 8:41pm

Nissan, Volvo and Chrysler take top honors at Denver Auto Show

The Rocky Mountain Automotive Press has selected its favorite Truck, Car and Crossover/SUV of 2017.

By Collin Woodard Apr 5 2017 - 7:14pm

The Mercedes-AMG GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe Were Inevitable, but They're Still Great

There aren't many surprises here when it comes to Mercedes-AMG GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe, but if the formula works, why change it?

By Parks McCants Apr 5 2017 - 5:06pm

Honda tops 4 categories in USN ‘2017 Best Cars For Families'

CR-V, HR-V, Odyssey, and Pilot top U.S. News and World Report’s coveted “2017 Best Cars for Families". That’s noteworthy, when considering some very good competition.

By Will Maley Apr 5 2017 - 3:45pm

Jaguar Is Working On A Long-Wheelbase XE (For China)

The Chinese auto market is a unique one. For example, they are the only market where there are long-wheelbase variants of compact and midsize luxury sedans.

By Patrick Rall Apr 5 2017 - 12:13pm

Hennessey Rolls Out a New 1000hp Camaro ZL1 Drag Racing Package

The team at Hennessey Performance has cooked up a new package for Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 owners who want to go from the street to the drag strip and runs 9s, and to battle Dodge’s newest high performance Challenger, HPE is calling this 1000 horsepower muscle car the Exorcist.

2017 Toyota Prius Prime still exceeding sales expectations in the EV segment.

By John Goreham Apr 5 2017 - 10:04am

2017 Toyota Prius Prime Drops To Third in EV Sales Behind Tesla Model S and Chevy Volt

The 2017 Toyota Prius Prime Hybrid's U.S. sales are still growing, but in March it finishes third overall in electric vehicle sales.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 WRX, Subaru Outback, Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl Apr 5 2017 - 8:35am

Subaru WRX/STI Rides High with Stablemates Outback and Forester

The Subaru WRX and WRX STI performance sedans are riding high with stablemates Outback and Forester. What new records did they set?

By Collin Woodard Apr 4 2017 - 6:50pm

Here's Why Mercedes Pulled Ads from The O'Reilly Factor

If you tune into “The O’Reilly Factor” in the coming months, you’ll still see Bill O’Reilly. But what you won’t see anymore are ads from Mercedes.

By Patrick Rall Apr 4 2017 - 1:08pm

Ford Recalls 52k F250 Pickups Over Rollaway Risks

Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for roughly 52,600 2017 F250 Super Duty pickups over a concern that the trucks could rollaway when the vehicle has seemingly been left in park – increasing the likelihood of an accident if one of the big Ford trucks gets to rolling down the street without a driver.

By Patrick Rall Apr 4 2017 - 12:35pm

First Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE Headed to Auction for Charity

The first new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE built for public sale will be sold to the highest bidder at this weekend’s Barrett Jackson Palm Beach Auction, with the proceeds going to the United Way – a figure which will likely climb well into the six-figure range.

By Patrick Rall Apr 4 2017 - 11:21am

Dodge Charger Leads All RWD Sedans in Q1 Sales

Through the first three months of 2017, the Dodge Charger leads all rear wheel drive sedans in sales and in terms of every rear wheel drive car sold in America – only the Ford Mustang has sold more units, and that is by a narrow margin.

Should VW sell grounded Jettas? That is the question.

By Marc Stern Apr 4 2017 - 10:33am

VW Cleared To Sell Some Turbodiesels, Should It? The Answer is Probably Not

Volkswagen has been cleared by the EPA to fix and resell some 2015 Jetta TDIs that were grounded by the Dieselgate emissions scandal. The key question is should they sell them? And the answer likely is no.

By Denis Flierl Apr 4 2017 - 8:56am

Many Significant Improvements are Coming this Summer on New Subaru Crosstrek; Most You Can’t See

The all-new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek makes its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show next week. Consumers can expect significant improvements, most you can’t see.

By Collin Woodard Apr 3 2017 - 6:53pm

This Is Why Mercedes Is Giving Up on Hydrogen Fuel Cells

For years, hydrogen has been the fuel of the future, always one breakthrough away from becoming the next big thing. But while other companies are ramping up their hydrogen fuel cell investments, Mercedes has decided to focus on electric vehicles instead.

By Patrick Rall Apr 3 2017 - 5:12pm

Tommy Johnson Jr' Dodge Charger Gets Win #3 for Team Mopar

This past weekend, the teams of the Mello Yello Drag Racing Series headed to Las Vegas for the Denso Spark Plug Nationals and for the 3rd time in four events, a Don Schumacher Dodge Charger took the win in the funny car class – with Tommy Johnson Jr grabbing his first win of the season.

2017 Toyota Camry still on top at Toyota.

By John Goreham Apr 3 2017 - 4:47pm

Surprisingly, the 2017 Camry Sedan Is Still Top Selling Vehicle At Toyota

Toyota is one of the few automakers that still has robust car sales due to Camry's success, not slow crossover sales.

By Parks McCants Apr 3 2017 - 2:32pm

CR-V, HR-V Crossovers continue to drive American Honda sales in March

Despite a general sales down trend predicted for U.S. auto markets, Honda’s crossover trend continues in the U.S. with the reinvented CR-V and subcompact HR-V driving positive sales numbers for Honda.

By Patrick Rall Apr 3 2017 - 1:47pm

Ford Mustang beats Chevy Camaro, Dodge Challenger in March 2017 Sales

The Ford Mustang beat the Chevrolet Camaro and the Dodge Challenger the 5th month in a row and the 27th time in the past 29 months, allowing the Motor Company to continue to lead the muscle car segment as it climbs out of the slow winter months.

By Parks McCants Apr 3 2017 - 12:30pm

2017 Honda Civic Si speculation ends April 6th with YouTube reveal

Something new coming your way? Honda Si fans will have a first look of the production Civic Si coupe and sedan, along with engine specifications, and price point, presented on the Honda channel in an April 6 YouTube video reveal. This should end the speculation.

By Patrick Rall Apr 3 2017 - 12:21pm

April Camaro of the Month: Adam Kappell's 1973 Z/28 Type LT RS

The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for April 2016 is this radiant green 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 Type LT RS – owned by Adam Kappell.

Tesla, Inc. news for April 3rd includes infotainment surprises, Space X and investment updates.

By John Goreham Apr 3 2017 - 9:15am

Info Surprise, Rocket Savings and Investment News in This Week's Breaking Tesla News

Tesla, Inc. news for April 3rd includes infotainment surprises, SpaceX and investment updates.

2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, 2017 Subaru WRX STI

By Denis Flierl Apr 3 2017 - 8:21am

3 Ways Subaru Differentiates Themselves in a Sameness Car World

How does Subaru differentiate themselves from other automakers? Here’s 3 ways they set themselves apart from the crowd.

By Parks McCants Apr 2 2017 - 10:52pm

2017 Mazda3: Winter snow tires increase road to cabin noise

Last month we took an extended drive review in Mazda’s exceptional 3 series 4 door sedan. Frankly, we loved everything but the road to cabin noise transference. And then I took a closer look at the tires.

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