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 Feb 16 2017 - 12:50pm

Hellcat Jeep to Debut at Woodward Dream Cruise Per Community Insider

According to a report from an insider posting on the enthusiast community at JeepGarage.org claims that the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk will debut with Hellcat power at the 2017 Woodward Dream Cruise – and while this isn’t official information, a Hellcat Jeep debut along Woodward seems feasible.

By Dave Ashton Feb 16 2017 - 9:21am

'Tesla Killer' Vehicles Are Just Hype

As more electric vehicles come onto the market from both the main manufacturers and small outfits, many are being touted as 'Tesla Killers,' but do any of them have what it takes?

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru WRX STI

By Denis Flierl Feb 16 2017 - 8:13am

Subaru to Launch 50th Anniversary Special Edition Models; What New Models are Coming?

Subaru will launch 50th anniversary special edition models in 2018 to celebrate 50 years in the U.S. What new models are coming?

By Patrick Rall Feb 15 2017 - 4:02pm

Chevrolet Could Challenge Dodge with a New Camaro Z/28 in New York

The Chicago Auto Show has come and gone without any word on the new Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 and with so many people expecting it to be introduced sometime this year, I wonder if GM won’t try to steal some high performance thunder at the New York Auto Show in April.

By Parks McCants Feb 15 2017 - 2:19pm

Honda Earns 4 spots in KBB’s ‘12 Best Family Cars of 2017’

As our friend Hondapro Jason says: “How cool is that?” With some very good competition in all segments judged this year, Honda cost of ownership, fuel efficiency, standard and optional safety, as well as measurable comfort and overall ride quality, secure 4 out of 12 “Best Family Cars of 2017” vehicle segments. Astounding!

By Patrick Rall Feb 15 2017 - 1:36pm

What's the Word on the Hellcat-Powered Jeep Grand Cherokee?

A year ago or so, the internet was ripe with speculation on the Hellcat Hemi-powered Jeep Grand Cherokee which is expected to be named the Trackhawk, but over the past few months, news on the supercharged Jeep has seemingly dried up – so today we revisit the Hellcat Jeep and discuss where it might debut.

By Parks McCants Feb 15 2017 - 1:28pm

2017 Honda Accord Bests Toyota Camry in 5-Year Cost of Ownership

Looking to the initial purchase MSRP, ( manufacturer's suggested retail price) and ongoing cost of maintenance and operation, Kelley Blue Book then factors in predicted residual value and acknowledges one midsize car offering above all others. “Best” in this application means affordable.

By John Goreham Feb 15 2017 - 9:26am

What Would You Pay For a Brand New 1990 Toyota Supra Turbo?

A brand new 1990 Toyota Supra has surfaced for sale. What would you pay?

By Dave Ashton Feb 15 2017 - 9:24am

Tesla Driver Uses Model S To Stop Runaway Car

Tesla driver purposefully sacrifices his vehicle to slow down driver on German Autobahn.

By Denis Flierl Feb 15 2017 - 8:29am

Subaru Wins First-Ever Best “Overall Brand” from CBB; Why Crosstrek is #1 in the Stable

Subaru wins its first-ever Best Retained Value “Overall Brand” Award from CBB. Crosstrek is also singled out. What does it tell consumers?

The Dieselgate drama continued to inch its way to a conclusion as a judge has approved an initial settlement of another part of the emissions case.

By Marc Stern Feb 14 2017 - 10:51pm

VW, Bosch Receive Preliminary OK Of Dieselgate Settlements

The Dieselgate scandal keeps inching toward a climax. In the latest chapter, a U.S. District Court judge has approved an initial settlement for Volkswagen and Robert Bosch to take care of issues that apply to 3.0-liter V-6 turbodiesels.

By Parks McCants Feb 14 2017 - 7:25pm

2017 Honda Clarity FCV Takes Hydrogen Fueled Car Mainstream [Video]

I believe electrification to be the future of personal transportation. Honda drives into an electric vehicle future with a soon to be expanded Clarity EV lineup. “Don’t Stop Thinking About Tomorrow,” is Honda’s call to a non polluting driving future, via a video campaign featuring hydrogen molecules. ( sort of.)

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Heads Into the Sunset.

By John Goreham Feb 14 2017 - 4:49pm

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata's Amazing Run Now Over - 2017 Model Arrives

The 2016 model year lasted 19 months for the Mazda MX-5 Miata. A look back at its accomplishments.

By Patrick Rall Feb 14 2017 - 4:02pm

Ford Could be Hinting to a New Mustang in Mach 1 or Boss 302 Trim

Ford Motor Company has included an S197 Boss 302 in new Mustang marketing materials along with showing off a 1971 Mach 1 at the Chicago Auto Show, leading many vocal social media participants to insist that these are hints to future models – so today we look at the likelihood of a new Mach 1 or Boss 302 Mustang.

By Will Maley Feb 14 2017 - 3:31pm

Smart Transitions to Electric Only For North America

Smart has never really had any luck in North America. Their best year in sales was in 2014 when they sold 10,453 vehicles. Since then, sales have been steadily declining thanks to low gas prices and consumers going to crossovers and SUVs. Because of this, Smart is making a drastic decision.

By Patrick Rall Feb 14 2017 - 3:02pm

Fireball Camaro Runs a 9.00 Quarter Mile - Setting the 6g Camaro Record

The “Fireball Camaro” was back in action this past weekend and after being the first 6th generation Camaro to run in the 10s and 9s, this monster muscle car has set the new record for the quickest and fastest modern Camaro in the quarter mile with a time of 9.003 at 149.03 miles per hour.

Toyota hybrids still outsell EVs globally, pass 10 million units.

By John Goreham Feb 14 2017 - 2:39pm

Toyota Hybrids Outselling All EVs Globally (Still)

Toyota's hybrid sales have now passed 10 million globally, continuing to outpace global EV sales.

By Patrick Rall Feb 14 2017 - 12:24pm

DSR Dodge Charger Beats JFR Chevrolet Camaro in NHRA Funny Car Season Opener

The 2017 NHRA drag racing season opened this past weekend at the Winternationals in Pomona, California, and Don Schumacher Racing got off to a great start as Matt Hagan drove his Dodge Charger funny car to a big win – beating Courtney Force and her John Force Racing Camaro in a Dodge/Chevy final-round shootout.

Tesla News with Alex includes Model 3 update.

By John Goreham Feb 14 2017 - 9:24am

Tesla News Includes Model 3, Frunk, Mobile App, and Stock

Tesla news this week includes speculation on Model 3 production and much more.

2017 Subaru WRX/STI, Impreza, Outback, Crosstrek, ALG 2017 Canadian Residual Value Awards

By Denis Flierl Feb 14 2017 - 8:43am

Valentine’s Love for Subaru Overflows with More Residual Value Awards; What it Means for Consumers

Subaru has racked up Best Mainstream brand three years in-a-row and gets four segment awards from ALG. What does all this love for Subaru mean for consumers?

By Dave Ashton Feb 14 2017 - 8:00am

Tesla Self-Driving Cars Have Much More Competition From Ford And GM

Tesla are not the only players in the autonomous vehicle world, with many of the competition, now investing heavily.

Gentex, a major rearview mirror manufacturer, sees a bright road ahead for rearviews.

By Marc Stern Feb 14 2017 - 1:06am

Gentex Sees Bright Road Ahead For Rearview Mirrors

Gentex, a leading manufacturer of rearview mirror display systems, believes that there will be a demand for systems that combine conventional and electronic technologies into hybrid systems.

Whether it is new or old, a recall is a recall and a Jetta is a Jetta, a vehicle VW recalled.

By Marc Stern Feb 13 2017 - 11:14pm

Why Do Manufacturers Recall Only A Few Cars? Here’s One Theory

Why would a manufacturer recall just two cars? There are several reasons including good public relations and good customer relations. In the long run, the recall, as tiny is it might be, just makes sense.

2018 Toyota Sequoia TRD Sport has show to match the go.

By John Goreham Feb 13 2017 - 6:28pm

2018 Toyota Sequoia TRD Sport Brings the Bling

Toyota's new 2018 Sequoia has some equipment upgrades, but the look is the real news.

By William Wilcox Feb 13 2017 - 4:53pm

First Glance at Audi's new exclusive RS Q8 SUV with over 600 hp unveiled at Geneva Motor Show

A monster power Audi SUV set to rival x6m from BMW and Mercedes own AMG departments GLE 63s. First glance at the Audi RS Q8

What accessory or upgrade do Fiat 124 Spider owners desire most?

By John Goreham Feb 13 2017 - 3:06pm

The Upgrades Fiat 124 Spider Owners Desire Most

We polled the Fiat 124 Spider Fan Club members and this is what they told us they wanted most to upgrade their cars.

By Patrick Rall Feb 13 2017 - 2:24pm

2017 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel: America's Most Fuel Efficient Non-Hybrid

General Motors has announced the official EPA fuel economy figures for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel and with a highway figure of 52 miles per gallon – the new diesel Cruze offers better highway fuel economy than any non-hybrid car sold in America while also packing the torque levels which made the previous diesel Cruze so much fun to drive.

By Will Maley Feb 13 2017 - 2:08pm

Mercedes-Maybach Introduces Their First SUV, But Not the One You Were Expecting

We have been reporting on a rumored SUV for Mercedes-Maybach during the past few months. It would be using the platform for the next-generation GLS. Well, Mercedes-Maybach has announced an SUV, but it isn't a GLS-based model.

By Patrick Rall Feb 13 2017 - 12:53pm

3 Reasons Why the Mopar 17 Challenger is my Favorite Mopar Model

FCA’s Mopar brand has offered a special, limited edition vehicle in each of the past seven years and I have liked them all, but the Mopar 17 Challenger is easily my favorite – for 3 very simple reasons.

By Dave Ashton Feb 13 2017 - 9:38am

Father Of Late Tesla Driver Blames Car For Incident

Father of Casey Speckman says that she could be alive today if she was driving another vehicle.

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