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 Parks McCants Mar 31 2017 - 2:01pm

2017 Acura NSX demonstrates superior traction in the rain

In the last week of March, we drove 2017 Acura NSX sport hybrid on the backroads of Seattle's neighboring countryside. It was raining so hard at times that one couldn't see the road through the cadence of the windshield wipers. Acura NSX didn’t skip a beat.

By Patrick Rall Mar 31 2017 - 1:01pm

Learn to Drag Race in the Camaro SS at Yas Marina

If you want to learn to drag race in a new Chevrolet Camaro SS for less than $180 and you live in the Middle East, you are in luck, as the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi is now offering the Camaro Drag Race Experience.

By Patrick Rall Mar 31 2017 - 10:37am

Jeep Quick Sand Concept is a Hemi-Powered Masterpiece

Earlier this week I got to check out the lineup of customized Jeep vehicles which will make their formal debut next month at the 2017 Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, and I am completely smitten with the incredible Quick Sand Concept shown here – packing Hemi power into a customized 2-door Wrangler.

By Douglas Stansfield Mar 31 2017 - 9:41am

Will the 3 week High in Oil Prices Drive up EV Sales?

Recent reports about Chevy Bolt discounting and below expected sales rates are likely very premature. This week has seen the US Oil market reach three week highs in the Oil market on reports of below expected distillate inventories and gasoline supplies in the US.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, New Subaru 3-Row crossover, Subaru Ascent, 7-passenger SUV

By Denis Flierl Mar 31 2017 - 7:41am

Subaru Changes its Name April 1; It’s Not a Joke

Subaru changes its name on April 1, 2017 and it’s not a joke.

Taking off on an uphill, this Audi S1 carries on a four-year tradition of Audi competition in the FIA World Rallycross championship series.

By Marc Stern Mar 30 2017 - 10:52pm

When Barcelona Flag Drops, Flying Swede Begins Quest For Another Rallycross Title

When Team EKS starts its battle against other competitors in Saturday's opening battle of the FIA World Rallycross season in Barcelona, it marks a number of firsts.

By Collin Woodard Mar 30 2017 - 5:25pm

Jaguar F-Type R is Beautifully Designed, but Isn't Worth Alienating Women Over

The Jaguar F-Type is quick, agile, looks great, and sounds incredible. But it’s not the car to get attention for wrong reasons. We should stop using wrong terms to describe cars.

Study finds the Toyota Tacoma and Avalon are longest-lasting pickup and car.

By John Goreham Mar 30 2017 - 4:14pm

Report Calls Toyota Avalon and Tacoma Longest Lasting Car and Truck

The Toyota Avalon is the longest-lasting car and the Toyota Tacoma the longest lasting truck according to this study.

By Patrick Rall Mar 30 2017 - 10:27am

2018 Ford Mustang Engine Start Button Pulses like a Horse's Heart

The 2018 Ford Mustang will have a handful of new features compared to the 2017 models, but one of the most unique might be the red pulsing engine start button – which, according to Ford, flashes at a similar rate as the heartbeat of a horse at rest.

What price should you should pay for a replacement Toyota Prius battery.

By John Goreham Mar 30 2017 - 10:23am

What’s a Fair Price For A Toyota Prius Battery Replacement And What Are the Options?

Toyota Prius Batteries can be replaced for far less than the dealer charges. Here’s how to get it done at a reasonable cost.

By Denis Flierl Mar 30 2017 - 8:37am

How the Subaru WRX STI was Born; Credit it to STI’s “Spirit of Challenge”

How was the performance-oriented Subaru WRX STI born? Credit it to STI’s “Spirit of Challenge”.

By Douglas Stansfield Mar 30 2017 - 8:22am

What To Do While You Wait On For Your Tesla 3?

I have read on some forums of the dilemma that Tesla Model 3 reservation holders are experiencing because of the long awaited arrival of the much anticipated Model 3. While many were early to get in their deposits, some sleeping in line and gladly donating their $1000 deposits, others of us on the East Coast sat back and looked at the anticipated roll out dates.

2017 Challenger Scat Pack with the Dynamics pkg

By Patrick Rall Mar 29 2017 - 1:46pm

2017 Dodge Challenger, Charger Scat Pack models Get New Dynamics Package

Those folks considering a 2017 Dodge Challenger or Dodge Charger in R/T Scat Pack form can now add the Dynamics Package – which improves performance with a handful of components borrowed from the Hellcat models.

Toyota Prius earns 2017 Canadian Green Car of the Year recognition.

By John Goreham Mar 29 2017 - 12:25pm

Toyota Prius Is Canada's Green Car of the Year for 2017

The 2017 Toyota Prius takes home top spot in Canadian Green Car of the Year voting.

By Patrick Rall Mar 29 2017 - 11:42am

Ford Investing $1 Billion for Future Ranger and Bronco Production

Ford is preparing for the production of the next Ranger and Bronco for the US market, announcing a billion dollar investment in two facilities – one where the Ranger and Bronco will be built and a second where the engines for these midsized vehicles will be assembled.

Audi has just replaced its popular Q5 with a second-generation offering.

By Marc Stern Mar 29 2017 - 11:41am

Audi To Double SUV/Crossover Offerings By 2019

Audi is making a huge commitment to the crossover/SUV market. With sales last year hitting more than 600,000, the automaker plans to add four models to its already formidable array of crossovers and SUVs including its flagship model.

By Collin Woodard Mar 29 2017 - 11:06am

Most People Have No Idea How Much Jaguar Costs

Jaguar builds some of the best-looking luxury cars you can buy, and yet they still don’t sell many cars. The F-Pace will probably help that, but the automaker may need to address another limiting factor: that people think Jaguars cost more than they do.

By Denis Flierl Mar 29 2017 - 9:46am

Australian Motorsport’s New Subaru WRX STI Chokes in Round One; 2 Challenges Ruined the Day

The new 2017 Subaru WRX STI chokes in Australia’s Eureka Rally. Two challenges ruined the day.

Volkswagen was notified recently that the cars it is storing in the Pontiac Superdome -- part of the VW emissions repurchase -- were "tagged" by the city.

By Marc Stern Mar 28 2017 - 11:10pm

City “Tags” VWs Held In Superdome Storage Lots

The City of Pontiac, Mich., has issued "parking tags" for a whole lot of Volkswagen's that have been repurchased by the automaker as part of its Dieselgate repurchase program.

By Douglas Stansfield Mar 28 2017 - 9:49pm

Does The New 2018 Nissan Leaf Look Matter? Range and Tesla Competition

Spotted in Europe recently was a camouflaged Nissan Leaf suspected to be the 2018 version of the world’s bestselling electric car. We have heard that a redesign was coming and welcomed by many that thought the first-generation Nissan Leaf design was ugly to start with. To me (prior Nissan Leaf driver for 3 years) the styling was extremely functional and space friendly for my daily driving needs.

By Patrick Rall Mar 28 2017 - 5:26pm

Aussies Can Get a Right Drive Camaro ZL1 for $146k

The Chevrolet Camaro is not built in the right hand drive configuration which is required for legal use in Australia, but those hardcore (and financially wealthy) Chevrolet fans “down under” who want to drive the most powerful GM muscle car ever – a local company will handle the importing and all of the work to switch the supercharged beast to right-drive for around $146k AUS.

By Patrick Rall Mar 28 2017 - 4:48pm

FCA Teases a Pair of Wrangler Concepts Ahead of the Easter Safari

FCA has offered up a pair of teaser images ahead of next month’s Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, and while the details on these two Mopar-modified Wranglers are scant – I am going to go ahead and predict that we will see at least one custom SUV with Hellcat power.

Toyota's RAV4 Racer shows crossover's natural ability.

By John Goreham Mar 28 2017 - 4:35pm

Toyota's RAV4 Racer Shows What This Tough Crossover Is Capable Of

Toyota's racing RAV4 continues to do well in its off-road and on-road race series.

By Will Maley Mar 28 2017 - 3:25pm

Italian Gang Conspired to Steal the Body of Enzo Ferrari

Italian authorities announced they had foiled a plot to steal the body of Enzo Ferrari. Yes, the founder of the famed Italian sports car builder.

By Patrick Rall Mar 28 2017 - 12:33pm

Ford Mustang Spy Shots Hint to a More Extreme GT350 - or a GT500

Spy shots revealing what appears to be a Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang with more extreme aero bits could reveal something as simple as upgrades for the GT350 line, or they could be the best shots yet of the rumored Shelby GT500 Mustang.

By John Goreham Mar 28 2017 - 11:55am

Why Isn't the Fiat 124 Spider Selling Well In the US and Will It Turn Around?

The Fiat 124 Spider's sales are not where they should be. We examine the possible reasons.

Electric Cars in 2017 New York Auto Show

By Douglas Stansfield Mar 28 2017 - 9:04am

Electric Cars Coming To 2017 NY Auto Show and Their Range Issues

Last year I had the opportunity to attend the NY Auto Show at the Javitz Center in NYC and it was to work at the Sierra Club booth right in front of the registration area to test drive an Electric Car. This was a surreal event as you can easily drive the BMW I3, Nissan Leaf, and Soul EV around the track on the Lower Level of the Center even indoors because there is never any pollution from the EV itself. Try doing that with the internal combustion engine, known as an ICE engine.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, New York International Auto Show

By Denis Flierl Mar 28 2017 - 7:44am

5 Things to Look for When New US-Spec Crosstrek Breaks Cover in NY [Video]

There’s 5 things consumers should look for when the new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek breaks cover at the New York International Auto Show next month.

By Parks McCants Mar 27 2017 - 11:58pm

Honda’s Airbag Recall Reminder as Serious as Death by Airbag

Once again American Honda sounds the Takata Airbag recall reminder alarm as upwards of 1,000,000 defective airbags remain in service throughout the Southern California region, not all Honda.

By Mary Conway Mar 27 2017 - 7:15pm

NASCAR fans weigh in on race format changes

NASCAR changed the format of this year's races trying to spur interest in the races. The races are now divided into three shorter segments. Fans weigh in on what they think of the new look.

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