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 Jan 16 2017 - 11:56am

What We Know About Mercedes-AMG's Upcoming Hypercar

Mercedes-AMG has been teasing us for the past few months with their upcoming hypercar. But we now have some new details, including where it will make its debut.

2017 Subaru Levorg, BTCC, Colin Turkington

By Denis Flierl Jan 16 2017 - 11:44am

Why Subaru Heads into 2017 BTCC Season Minus One Key Driver

Subaru’s Team BMR had a fantastic first season in the British Touring Car Championship. What key driver will be missing in 2017?

By Patrick Rall Jan 16 2017 - 11:12am

The 2018 Ford F150 Refresh is a Good One

The 2018 Ford F150 is on display right now at the 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, and with a handful of new trucks lined up next to the models currently on sale, I think that many attendees will agree that this refresh is a good one.

By Dave Ashton Jan 16 2017 - 10:44am

New Tesla Model S P100D GT Can Hit 60MPH in Only 2 Seconds

If you thought the Tesla model S was fast, it's just got that bit faster with a race spec. GT model capable of 0-60mph in 2.1 seconds.

Toyota Highlander Hybrid - Vehicle owners keep the longest?

By John Goreham Jan 16 2017 - 9:53am

Toyota Highlander Hybrid - The Vehicle More Owners Keep Longer

A new study reveals that the number one vehicle owners keep longer than ten years is the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

We update our Lexus ES 300h coverage as it approaches its redesign.

By John Goreham Jan 16 2017 - 9:44am

2017 Lexus ES 300h Glides Comfortably Into Middle Age

The ES 300h in its current form has been on the market now for nearly five years. Here is how it is staying competitive.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, plug-in hybrid, all-electric, EV

By Denis Flierl Jan 16 2017 - 7:30am

7 Reasons Why the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek Becomes the Brand's Hot New CUV

Here’s 7 reasons why the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek will be the brand’s hot new CUV.

By Marc Stern Jan 15 2017 - 11:33pm

VW’s I.D. Buzz Takes Cues From Past, Still Thoroughly Modern

Volkswagen unveiled its new I.D. Buzz concept car at the Detroit Auto Show. The lines show the Buzz takes cues from the past, but it is also very much in the future.

By Denis Flierl Jan 15 2017 - 8:39am

Subaru Brings WRX S4 with Significant Power Upgrades to Tokyo Auto Salon; Will it See Production?

Subaru unveils the WRX S4 sports sedan at the Tokyo Auto Salon with extra power and other tweaks for performance fans. Will the extra power make it to a production model?

By Parks McCants Jan 14 2017 - 11:54pm

Honda Motor Company commits to brand-wide electrification

75% of all new Honda cars and light trucks introduced over the next 13 years will be electrified, one way or another, in a quest for greatly reduced emissions and CARB compliant fuel efficiency. In effect, Honda Motor Company just committed to brand-wide electrification.

By Mary Conway Jan 14 2017 - 7:04pm

Auto show LEGO surprise, Batman!

Last night, Chevrolet sent out the Bat signal. Today, Batman responded with a full-sized LEGO Batmobile at the Detroit auto show.

By Denis Flierl Jan 14 2017 - 8:28am

How the Newly-Redesigned Subaru WRX STI is Expanding its Global Influence

The 2018 Subaru WRX STI gets new upgrades and it will now be sold on a new continent. Where is the STI going next?

Takata, at one time the worlds second-largest airbag manufacturer, settled its airbag recall for $1 billion.

By Marc Stern Jan 13 2017 - 9:59pm

Takata Settles Airbag Recall For $1 billion; 3 Ex-Execs Charged

The Takata airbag recall wound down on Friday as the Japanese manufacturer agreed to pay $1 billion in penalties and compensation. Three former executives were also charged.

2017 Nissan Rogue, Nissan Altima, Nissan Frontier

By Denis Flierl Jan 13 2017 - 10:48am

Nissan Wins Best Concept at NAIAS for a Model Consumers Don’t Want

The Nissan Vmotion 2.0 wins a design award for Best Concept Vehicle at NAIAS. Do consumers really care about this sedan?

A U.S. magistrate refused to free jailed VW executive Oliver Schmidt, ruling he remained a flight risk.

By Marc Stern Jan 13 2017 - 9:36am

VW Exec Could Face Life Behind Bars For Role In Dieselgate Scandal

A Volkswagen executive held since last Saturday when he was arrested at Miami's airport as he was heading home from a U.S vacation could face life in prison if he is convicted of 11 conspiracy counts in the Dieselgate scandal.

By Dave Ashton Jan 13 2017 - 9:26am

Hyundai Launch Amazon Style Click To Buy Service With Quirky UK Commercial

Hyundai have recently launched an online car buying service called, 'Click to Buy' in the UK which will allow customers to buy a vehicle entirely online.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2017 Subaru BRZ GT300, Nurburgring 24-hour

By Denis Flierl Jan 13 2017 - 9:00am

Subaru Global Motorsport Preview; WRX STI Gets New Enhancements

Subaru’s motorsports subsidiary STI shared an overview of Subaru Motorsport activities for the upcoming season. What’s new in 2017?

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door, Impreza STI

By Denis Flierl Jan 13 2017 - 8:14am

2017 Subaru Impreza STI Breaks Cover in Tokyo; Will it See Production, or is it Just Another Tease?

The Tokyo Auto Salon begins today and Subaru brings a number of STI-enhanced models including a new 2017 Impreza STI. Will it ever see production?

By Dave Ashton Jan 13 2017 - 6:21am

Tesla Release Details Of Future Supercharger Costs

The time for Tesla owners to have an all-you-can-eat access to charging their vehicles seems to have come to an end for new Tesla owners with the company releasing charging costs via a blog post from the company's website.

By Marc Stern Jan 12 2017 - 11:52pm

VW Shakes Off Dieselgate Surpassing Toyota As World’s Number One Automaker

Volkswagen seems to have shaken off the negative impact of its diesel emissions scandal to surpass Toyota as the worlds biggest automaker.

By Parks McCants Jan 12 2017 - 9:28pm

Very Rare 2017 Civic Type-R Black Edition Ends European Production Run

It’s an exciting time for American Honda Motors and U.S. Honda performance fans as the current Asia, European only Civic Type R production comes to the finish line. What’s next for Civic Type-R?

By Parks McCants Jan 12 2017 - 7:50pm

2017 Honda Civic EX presents highest degree of tech for the dollar

2017 Honda Civic EX with Honda Sensing is award KBB’s "Best Auto Tech" award in the "area of value." That’s impressive.

By Denis Flierl Jan 12 2017 - 8:32am

Number 75 Subaru WRX STI Rally Car Unveiled in Detroit; It’s Sporting a New Livery

Subaru unveils their new livery for the #75 Subaru WRX STI rally car at NAIAS in Detroit. What other changes are coming?

By Dave Ashton Jan 12 2017 - 8:03am

Using Tesla's Ludicrous Mode Too Often May Lose You Power

Software updates to Tesla's new version 8.0 brings in new features and updates to autopilot, but users are concerned that some features have become limited, especially with the Ludicrous mode.

2017 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl Jan 12 2017 - 7:52am

Subaru Forester Turns 20; Is the Small SUV Losing its Luster?

The first generation Subaru Forester made its debut 20 years ago in Japan this year. Is the Forester SUV losing its luster?

By Patrick Rall Jan 12 2017 - 12:06am

The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon is Coming to NY

Early this morning, FCA released a statement announcing that their new performance halo vehicle – named the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon – will make its world debut ahead of the 2017 New York International Auto Show and until we get to the Big Apple show in April, FCA will offers teaser information on the new vehicle at a model-specific website.

Seeking desperately to settle Dieselgate before the change of adminstrations, VW agreed to pay $4.3 billion in civil and criminal penalties.

By Marc Stern Jan 11 2017 - 7:50pm

Volkswagen Settles Dieselgate For Another $4.3 Billion; 6 Charged

Trying to settle its emissions cheating scandal before the new administration takes over, Volkswagen Wednesday agreed to pay an additional $4.3 billion in fines and penalties.

By Parks McCants Jan 11 2017 - 12:11pm

Your late model Acura, Honda may be included in expanded Takata Airbag recall

As announced Tuesday evening by Honda Motor Company Japan: An additional 772,000 Acura and Honda cars and SUVs will be included in the latest wave of the Takata Airbag Recall, the biggest auto-related safety recall in automotive history.

By Denis Flierl Jan 11 2017 - 10:33am

3 Popular Nissan Models Get Impressive Awards; One Will Surprise You

Three popular Nissan vehicles get singled out for special awards this week. One will surprise you.

A Key Volkswagen Executive Has Been Charged In The Dieselgate Scandal.

By Marc Stern Jan 11 2017 - 8:57am

U.S. Snags, Charges VW Exec in Miami; Other Execs Told To Stay Away

In an ironic twist, though VW has settled most of the charges against it in Dieselgate a key executive was arrested and held in the diesel-rigging scandal.

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