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 Will Maley Mar 20 2017 - 3:05pm

Volvo Spills Some More Details On Their Upcoming EV

Back in 2015, Volvo announced that it would be launching their first electric vehicle in 2019. Since then, we haven't heard much about it. But that changed thanks to Volvo Cars USA CEO Lex Kerssemakers.

By Patrick Rall Mar 20 2017 - 1:25pm

Dodge Challenger Hellcat: Red Key vs Black Key in 50-100mph Blasts

An owner of a gorgeous Plum Crazy 2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat has made a short video detailing the real world performance differences between the red key and the black key – essentially showing us the difference between 707hp and 500hp in a 50-100mpg run.

By Dave Ashton Mar 20 2017 - 11:48am

Tesla Model 3 New Software Features Show The Future Along With Better Car Security

Tesla's over the air software updates have given the company a distinct advantage with added car security.

By Dave Ashton Mar 20 2017 - 10:44am

Tesla Model X Owner With Instant Torque And Quick Reactions Saves Vehicle

A Tesla Model X owner with instant torque and fast reactions stops damage to his vehicle.

By Marc Stern Mar 20 2017 - 10:10am

VW Chief Swept Up In Probe Of Audi Employees, Executives

As investigators sought more information on Audi Chief Executive Rupert Stadler as the Dieselgate probe continued in Germany, the offices of the Audi chief and VW Chief Executive Matthias Mueller were searched. Mueller was caught up in this part of the probe because he chairs Audi's supervisory board.

By John Goreham Mar 20 2017 - 9:34am

VIDEO: Breaking Tesla News Includes Model 3 Production, Model S Trim Eliminated, Delivery Challenges

This week's Tesla, Inc. news with expert Alex covers important topics for Model 3 fans.

By Denis Flierl Mar 20 2017 - 8:23am

How Subaru Will Create Buzz with their New Crosstrek CUV where AWD isn’t a Necessity

What’s Subaru biggest challenge with their new 2018 Crosstrek CUV and 3-Row SUV?; How to create buzz in the South where AWD isn’t a necessity.

February Volkswagen Sales Dipped Slightly Overall

By Marc Stern Mar 19 2017 - 10:42pm

European Sales Off, February Volkswagen Global Deliveries Dipped 2.6 Percent

Supply and model disruptions to the hot-selling Golf line cause February Volkswagen sales to fall in Germany, Spain and the Netherlands. In Germany, February deliveries were off nearly 20 percent.

By Denis Flierl Mar 19 2017 - 7:44am

Subaru Significantly Improves their Customer Satisfaction; How Did they Jump Ahead of Toyota?

In the latest J.D. Power Customer Service Index (CSI) Study, Subaru significantly improves and even jumps ahead of Toyota. How did they do it?

By Parks McCants Mar 19 2017 - 1:22am

Acura’s Most Powerful SUV Ever Launches April 2017

When the electrified 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid rolls on to show room floors in early April, it will be the most powerful and fuel efficient SUV ever produced by Acura.

By Marc Stern Mar 18 2017 - 11:53pm

Where Will Audi Slot Its New Q4? How About Between The Q3 And Q5

As Audi continues its wave of introductions, the automaker recently announced that it will offer a new Q4 -- slotted between Q3 and Q5 -- in 2019. The new model will be based on the Audi TT Offroad concept that was introduced in 2014.

By Dave Ashton Mar 18 2017 - 10:20am

Tesla Model S 60 And 60D Dropped From Lineup To Possibly Make Way For Model 3

Tesla will be discontinuing the S 60 and 60D on April 17 2017 after the announcement was made via email to Model S customers.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, Subaru WRX STI vs Olympic Bobsled Run

By Denis Flierl Mar 18 2017 - 7:50am

Mark Higgins Launches a Subaru WRX STI Down Olympic Bobsled Run; What Happens Next is Unreal [Video]

Mark Higgins launches a 2017 Subaru WRX STI down an Olympic Bobsled run in Switzerland. Watch the Subaru WRX STI vs an Olympic Bobsled Run video. Who wins?

Volkswagen's new Arteon has drawn universal praise from car writers who liked its styling.

By Marc Stern Mar 18 2017 - 12:02am

Arteon Draws Raves From Writers Who Looked At The Sedan

Several autowriters weighed in with their opinions of the new Volkswagen Arteon. The automotive journalists to an author raved about Volkswagen's latest top-of-the-line sedan.

By Patrick Rall Mar 17 2017 - 12:43pm

Win a 2017 Lingenfelter Camaro ZL1 and a Custom 1967 Camaro for $3

The newest automotive sweepstakes from the Dream Giveaway has been announced and for 2017, buying a $3 ticket could net you a fully restored and customized 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS, a Lingenfelter-modified 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and $35,000 in cash.

By Dave Ashton Mar 17 2017 - 12:32pm

Tesla Model S Vs The Chevy Bolt EV Video Review

The Tesla Model S and Chevy Bolt EV may have similarities and differences in many different areas, but which comes out as the best overall electric vehicle?

By Dave Ashton Mar 17 2017 - 11:34am

Lucid Motors Air Could Be Better Priced Than Tesla Model S

Lucid Motors Air could undercut the equivalent Tesla Model S vehicle in price when released.

By Denis Flierl Mar 17 2017 - 7:09am

Subaru’s Core Value is Safety, but New WRX Owners Aren’t Buying it

Subaru just reached 500,000 EyeSight units sold in their home country of Japan. But very few Subaru WRX buyers are opting for the optional safety system.

By Parks McCants Mar 16 2017 - 6:28pm

2017 Honda Pilot Tames Los Angeles Freeways

L.A. traffic is rightfully acknowledged as the worse on the west coast of the U.S.. With a hope and a prayer, I navigated 2017 Honda Pilot Elite through Los Angeles on the road to Santa Barbara, California. The transitioning road traffic was relentless.

2017 Ram 1500 Tradesman in Robin Egg Blue

By Patrick Rall Mar 16 2017 - 5:11pm

The Ram 1500 offers the Most Bang for Your Buck in a Small Half-Ton Truck

We get a great many questions about the future availability of something like the old Ford F150 SVT Lightning or the Ram 1500 SRT10, but in the absence of a true high performance sport truck intended for on-road performance, the current Ram 1500 Express offers the most bang-for-your-buck in a small half ton pickup.

By Patrick Rall Mar 16 2017 - 3:11pm

2018 Ford Mustang, F150 get Nighttime Pedestrian Detection

Ford Motor Company announced today that the 2018 Ford Mustang and 2018 Ford F150 will both feature a new Nighttime Pedestrian Detection system which can apply the brakes in the event of an imminent collision with a person on foot – a feature which Ford says will reduce driver stress at night.

What color Chevrolet Volt will Barack Obama drive?

By John Goreham Mar 16 2017 - 1:53pm

What Color 2017 Chevy Volt Will Citizen Barack Obama Buy?

No President supported green vehicles more than President Obama. Will he keep his promise to walk the walk?

By Dave Ashton Mar 16 2017 - 1:29pm

Hyundai To Recall Almost Million Sonata and Hybrids Due To Seat Belt Problems In U.S.

Hyundai are expected to recall 980,000 vehicles due to a possible seat belt glitch.

By Patrick Rall Mar 16 2017 - 1:03pm

GM Adds 220 Jobs to Build Camaro ZL1 Transmission, Retains 680 at Other Plants

General Motors announced yesterday that they will be adding 220 jobs at their Romulus Powertrain Plant to build the new 10-speed automatic transmission which will be found in the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and other future models.

2017 Lexus LS 500h has an advanced hybrid system with impressive output.

By John Goreham Mar 16 2017 - 12:20pm

2017 Lexus LS 500h Moves the Luxury-Hybrid Class Forward

The 2017 Lexus LS 500h has advanced the premium hybrid segment with many improvements.

By Dave Ashton Mar 16 2017 - 11:15am

New Hyundai i30 N Hot Hatch Spotted In Winter Testing

The hotly anticipated Hyundai i30 N Hot Hatch has been thoroughly captured snow testing before its launch later in the year.

2017 Toyota Prius c changes include style and safety.

By John Goreham Mar 16 2017 - 10:43am

2017 Toyota Prius c Sets the Standard For Safety and Styling in Subcompact Segment

The 2017 Prius c has changes including styling and standard safety competitors cannot match.

By Dave Ashton Mar 16 2017 - 10:41am

Tesla Model S Owner Tracks And Finds His Stolen Car And Thief With App

A Tesla model S owner tracked down his stolen vehicle with the help of Tesla's app and GPS tracking system.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, 24-hour Nurburgring, Subaru WRX STI NBR

By Denis Flierl Mar 16 2017 - 6:57am

New WRX STI NBR Completes Shakedown and Gets Significant Improvements; Will they Help Subaru Win Again?

The 2017 Subaru WRX STI Nurburgring Car completes a shakedown at Fuji Speedway, and it gets significant improvements in 3 areas. Will they help Subaru win again?

By Patrick Rall Mar 15 2017 - 5:36pm

The All-Electric Corvette GXE hits 209mph

The folks at Genovation recently headed back to the track with their all-electric Corvette GXE and this time out, they were able to beat their previous record of 205.6 miles per hour- hitting a whopping 209mph and setting a new record for the world’s fastest street-legal EV.

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