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.

Wal-Mart to launch car-sales program in April.

By Marc Stern Jan 23 2017 - 10:15pm

Wal-Mart Enhances Shopping Experience By Adding Cars To The Mix

Wal-Mart plans an initial foray into car sales when a program launches in four Southwest cities in April. The retail giant and CarSaver, a digital car-buying service, are partnering along with the nation's largest dealership chain, AutoNation.

By Will Maley Jan 23 2017 - 5:49pm

How Fast Can A Range Rover Sport SVR Accelerate On Gravel, Mud, and Snow?

Getting a high-performance SUV to do 60 mph in less than 5 seconds isn't an easy feat as you not only need a fair amount of power, but also traction. But what if you were to do this on a muddy path or snowy road?

2017 Nissan Rogue Sport, 2017 Nissan Rogue

By Denis Flierl Jan 23 2017 - 10:11am

Will New Rogue Sport be as Successful as its Big Brother Rogue? Why Size Does Matter

The Nissan Rogue is the brand’s top-seller and it’s about to get some competition from the new Rogue Sport. Will Rogue stay number one?

By Dave Ashton Jan 23 2017 - 9:29am

Tesla Usher In Longest Range Model S and Model X Yet With No Fanfair

Tesla add a new Model S 100D to their lineup and with a new battery option will now be the longest range electric vehicle on the planet with its new capacity.

By Denis Flierl Jan 23 2017 - 8:14am

Subaru to Reveal All-New 2018 Crosstrek at Geneva Motor Show; Here’s a Sneak Preview

The all-new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek is set to debut at the Geneva Auto Show. Here’s a sneak preview as the new Crosstrek gets closer.

By Dave Ashton Jan 23 2017 - 6:24am

Hyundai/Kia Are Now Part Of The Top Fleet, Along With $3bn Investment

Hyundai/Kia are now in the top flight of U.S. fleet automotive sellers who have utilised bulk car sales to increase their presence in the marketplace, along with huge future investment.

By Parks McCants Jan 22 2017 - 10:50pm

Honda Demonstrates Award Winning Self Balancing Motorcycle in Video

What happens when the world's-biggest motorcycle brand applies technology developed in a robotics lab and apply it to a street bike? As reported earlier by Torque News, there’s more to Honda’s self-balancing motorcycle than initially meets the eye.

By Parks McCants Jan 22 2017 - 8:40pm

San Diego Utility Proposes Major EV Charge Infrastructure Expansion

The quickest road to ZERO auto born carbon emissions may in site, as major Public Utilities promote and embrace an all-electric auto future.

2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class and GLS-Class

By Will Maley Jan 22 2017 - 1:08pm

Rumored: Mercedes-Maybach Gets An SUV

Most of the ultra luxury manufacturers are getting into the SUV game as buyers want them. It should not come as a surprise that Mercedes-Maybach is reportedly working on one.

By Denis Flierl Jan 22 2017 - 8:16am

Why Subaru Forester Makes a Big Splash in Russia; There’s a New Base Model Not Available in the US

The 2017 Subaru Forester has finally arrived in Russia. There’s a new base model not available in the US.

Audi's 2017 A3 Received The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick + award.

By Marc Stern Jan 21 2017 - 10:31pm

Which 2017 Audi Received IIHS’ Top Safety Pick + Rating? A3 Was The One

The Audi A3 notched another Top Safety Pick + award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The 2017 A3 which features improved HID lighting on the standard model received the honor from the safety group.

By Denis Flierl Jan 21 2017 - 9:08am

How New-Generation Subaru Forester is Set to Grow its Global Influence in 2019

The new-generation 2019 Subaru Forester is set to grow its influence in new global markets. Where will the new SUV be produced?

By Denis Flierl Jan 21 2017 - 7:53am

Even a Subaru WRX STI Can’t Get Through This Much Snow [Video]

Subaru’s Galande Taxi Service featuring the 2017 WRX STI, had to postpone their events because of heavy snow in Japan. Why can't Subaru's AWD power through the snow?

VW Golf GTI named Best Car of 2017 by Good Housekeeping

By Marc Stern Jan 20 2017 - 11:45pm

2017 Golf GTI Named Good Housekeeping “Best New Car”

Good Housekeeping magazine has named the 2017 VW Golf GTI and best new car. The magazine worked with the staff at Car and Driver to winnow entrants down.

Volkswagen will be the first automaker to embed Amazon's Alexa voice system into its software.

By Marc Stern Jan 20 2017 - 9:06pm

Your VW Golf May Soon Keep You Warm When You Say: "Alexa Turn Up The Thermostat to 72"

Volkswagen has taken Amazon's Alexa service a step toward the future as the automaker has integrated the feature directly into its products so that a driver may soon be able to ask: "Alexa, is the house okay?" Alexa will give that answer.

Already the hardest-hit automaker, Honda recalled a number of vehicles in Canada in the continuing Takata airbag safety recall.

By Marc Stern Jan 20 2017 - 8:25pm

Is Your Vehicle Part Of The Latest 1.5 Million-Car Takata Recall?

NHTSA has announced another in the continuing series of Takata airbag inflator recalls. Between the U.S. and Canada, 1.5 million vehicle have been recalled.

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata named best play car.

By John Goreham Jan 20 2017 - 2:48pm

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata Just Won the Perfect Award

Cars.com singles out the 2017 Mazda Miata as its favorite play car.

By Patrick Rall Jan 20 2017 - 1:31pm

2017 Ford Mustang Shelby Super Snake Packs 670hp for $71k

The team at Shelby American has announced the details of their newest Super Snake package for the 2017 Ford Mustang GT – with a vintage look, 670 horsepower and a price tag starting right around $71,000.

Is Your 2017 Toyota Camry or Avalon art of This Enormous Recall?

By John Goreham Jan 20 2017 - 12:36pm

Are You One Of the 12 Toyota Camry and Avalon Owners Affected By This Recall?

Toyota has recalled 12 (yes twelve) 2017 Camry And Avalon sedans for a knee airbag issue.

By Will Maley Jan 20 2017 - 9:39am

These Rolls-Royce Phantoms Are All About the Gold

Every Rolls-Royce vehicle that rolls off the assembly is special in their own way. But there are some that are more special than others.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, XV Concept, 2017 Montreal International Auto Show

By Denis Flierl Jan 20 2017 - 8:08am

Subaru Crosstrek Concept Breaks Cover in Montreal; A Preview of the Next-Generation 2018 Crosstrek?

The Subaru Crosstrek Concept makes its North American debut in Montreal. Is it a preview of the new-generation 2018 Crosstrek?

By Dave Ashton Jan 20 2017 - 7:53am

Tesla Praised As The 'Most American Made Car'

Tesla are used to praise for their inroads into the EV market, but now it seems they could be getting the price for the 'Most American Made Car' with the upcoming Model 3 to have 95% of its parts produced in the US.

By Marc Stern Jan 19 2017 - 8:58pm

Well-Known Porsche Vintage Racers To “Drive Toward a Cure”

Well-known vintage Porsche racers will battle it out in April in a lifestyle California road rally whose primary goal is to raise awareness of Parkinson's Disease.

Critics are calling the Camry names, but not the ones you'd expect.

By John Goreham Jan 19 2017 - 2:45pm

2018 Toyota Camry's New Look Has People Talking

Could it be possible that the new 2018 Toyota Camry has the mot exciting design in its class?

By Patrick Rall Jan 19 2017 - 1:37pm

What Owners Want in the Next Dodge Hellcat Challenger and Charger

The 707 horsepower Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat have proven to be far more popular than anyone at FCA had ever expected, but every owner can list something about his or her car that they would like to be different – and today we bring you a list of those features which current Hellcat owners would like to see in the next generation SRT Challenger and Charger.

By Patrick Rall Jan 19 2017 - 12:58pm

Trademark Issues Preventing Australian Chevrolet Corvette Sales

General Motors might like to sell the Chevrolet Corvette in Australia, but a rather odd trademark issue is preventing the company from introducing the legendary sports car Down Under.

By Patrick Rall Jan 19 2017 - 11:03am

2018 Ford Mustang Exterior Changes Detailed

Yesterday we talked about the revised engine lineup of the 2018 Ford Mustang and today we take a step by step look at the exterior changes made as part of the mid-cycle refresh of America’s bestselling sporty car.

By Dave Ashton Jan 19 2017 - 10:07am

Faraday Future May Not Be A Tesla Killer As Cash Runs Low And Executives Leave

Faraday Future who recently unveiled their FF 91 prototype at CES 2017 to much applause may seem to have a winning vehicle on their hands, but not everything seems as rosy under the surface.

Subaru Takata air bag recall, Forester, Outback, Impreza, WRX/STI

By Denis Flierl Jan 19 2017 - 9:00am

Subaru Announces Expanded Takata Air Bag Recall; Is Your Vehicle On the List?

Subaru of America announces expanded Takata air bag recall for 185,773 vehicles. Is your Subaru on the list?

By Dave Ashton Jan 19 2017 - 6:25am

Hyundai Plans Big Expansion For The US, $3.1 Billion In The Next 5 Years

Hyundai and their Kia Motors arm are planning big moves with an investment of over 50% and $3.1 billion in the next five years.

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