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 Jan 2 2017 - 1:54pm

Detailing the 2017 Dodge Challenger Model Lineup

After reading some of the comments on my piece where we looked at the build page for the 2017 Dodge Challenger T/A, I thought that it might be time to put together a piece detailing the many trimlines of the newest Challenger, as more than a few people who read that build-and-price piece on the new T/A aren’t sure where it fits into the lineup – or which trimlines are available for the new model year.

By John Goreham Jan 2 2017 - 11:41am

Three Reasons To Wait For The 2018 Toyota Camry - And One Reason Not To

There is a new Camry coming. If you are considering buying, should yu wait, or buy now?

Toyota Prius Tops List of Cars Owners Keep the Longest

By John Goreham Jan 2 2017 - 10:53am

More Owners Keep Their Toyota Prius Long-Term

The Prius is the top car on a list of vehicles owners keep longer than ten years.

By Will Maley Jan 2 2017 - 9:59am

Certain Jaguar and Land Rover Models Under Investigation For Roll-Away Risk

If you're the owner of a 2013 Jaguar XF or a 2012 - 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, then you should pay attention to this story.

2017 Subaru Forester, Outback, Legacy, Impreza, Crosstrek, WRX STI, winter driving tips

By Denis Flierl Jan 2 2017 - 8:59am

These Winter Driving Tips Could Keep You Alive in 2017 [Video]

Here’s good tips to know about winter driving that could keep you alive in 2017. Check out the short video.

By Denis Flierl Jan 2 2017 - 8:09am

Subaru’s Future Stays Hot With the WRX STI; Why it's a Core Value for the Brand

The Subaru WRX and WRX STI will be the only two cars Subaru brings to NAIAS in Detroit. What does it tell performance fans?

By Dave Ashton Jan 2 2017 - 7:33am

Tesla Begins Autopilot Updates To A Select Few

Tesla begins to roll out the updates to its Enhanced Auto Pilot, with a 1,000 vehicles in the first round of updates and the rest in the following week.

By Dave Ashton Jan 2 2017 - 4:07am

Hyundai Tucson IX 2 Fuel Cell SUV Has A 348 Mile Range, Coming January 2018

The race is on for providing the EV vehicle with the furthest range and Hyundai are on the case with a new fuel cell for the Tucson, possibly available by January 2018 which will provide a 348 mile range.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Crosstrek hybrid, New Subaru 3-Row Crossover

By Denis Flierl Jan 1 2017 - 8:49am

Here’s What’s Coming from Subaru in the New Year; New Models and Fuel-Sipping Technology

In 2017 Subaru will launch 2 new models, unveil a new 3-Row Crossover and a few refreshes are on tap.

Nissan plug-in hybrid, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Nissan Qashqai

By Denis Flierl Jan 1 2017 - 8:28am

Here’s How Nissan Picks the Pocket of Mitsubishi in 2017

Last year, Nissan acquired 34 percent of Mitsubishi. In 2017, they will pick their pocket and pull out a new plug-in hybrid.

Audi and the City of Las Vegas Have Agreed To Allow Some Models To "Talk" With City Traffic Lights In An Early V2V Deployment.

By Marc Stern Dec 31 2016 - 11:15pm

Technology Upgrades Featured In Audi For 2017 - Audi Lineup for 2017

Major additions in Audi's technology packages highlight the Volkswagen's subsidiary's lineup for 2017. In addition, the three-row Q7 has been restyled so it is smaller on the outside, yet roomier on the inside.

Torque News' Top News Story Of 2016 Was the Dieselgate Scandal And Related Issues

By Marc Stern Dec 31 2016 - 4:21pm

Here Is Our List Of 2016’s 10 Top Auto News Stories

At the end of every year, periodicals publish lists of stories. In the auto world, you can have many different "top" stories from "top reviews of 2016" to "top truck stories of 2016" to "top racing stories of 2016." Here is our list of the 10 top auto news stories of 2016.

By Dave Ashton Dec 31 2016 - 10:18am

The Hyundai Veloster Still Holds Its Head High Against The Competition

Even with its asymmetrical door layout and a few years under its belt, the Hyundai Veloster is still wearing well and can keep its head held high up against the competition.

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Dec 31 2016 - 8:35am

Here's How Subaru Uses Ordinary to Do the Extraordinary

Subaru is an ordinary car company that is having extraordinary success. How does the small Japanese auto maker do it?

By Dave Ashton Dec 31 2016 - 8:01am

Getting Ready For Model 3: Exclusive Tesla Book Review.

There are few books on the market that cover the whole gamut of the Tesla Model 3 and what is in store when the vehicle is finally released. I take a look through the book 'Getting Ready For Model 3' by Roger S. Pressman to see what it delivers.

2017 Nissan Rogue, "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”, Star Wars

By Denis Flierl Dec 31 2016 - 7:35am

Nissan’s Rogue One Star Wars Limited Edition Model isn’t so Hot

The 2017 Rogue is a hot crossover for Nissan, but fans aren’t purchasing the limited edition Star Wars model. Why aren’t fans buying it?

Consumer Reports Has Some Surprising Cars To Avoid When Shopping Used

By Marc Stern Dec 31 2016 - 12:17am

VW’s GTi Among Consumer Reports 10 Used Cars To Avoid

Every year, Consumer Reports editors sit down and, after sifting through thousands reports, they come up with a listing of used cars to avoid. This year, there are some surprises on the list.

By Denis Flierl Dec 30 2016 - 4:44pm

2017 Subaru BRZ Gets New Magellan Navigation App

Subaru announces the 2017 BRZ Sports coupe gets new Magellan navigation app.

By Patrick Rall Dec 30 2016 - 2:08pm

TN's Best Performance Car Stories of 2016

Performance cars aren’t the bestselling vehicles in the US, but they are among the most popular in the United States among enthusiasts so today, we bring you the best TorqueNews performance car stories of 2016 – with a look at a variety of different types of performance oriented cars from around the world.

By Parks McCants Dec 30 2016 - 12:58pm

2017 Honda Ridgeline recalled for Rear Wire Harness inspection

Honda issues a precautionary safety recall for a possible supplier manufacturing defect related to 2017 Ridgeline's rear wiring harness. Is your pickup included?

People keep Camrys longer than other midsize cars - here's why

By John Goreham Dec 30 2016 - 10:38am

Toyota Camry - The Midsize Car People Keep The Longest

The top-selling midsize car in America is also the one owners keep the longest.

By Denis Flierl Dec 30 2016 - 8:23am

2018 Subaru WRX STI Won’t be Getting New 2.0L FA Turbo Boxer

The 2018 Subaru WRX STI will stick with the 2.5-liter turbo boxer. When will it get the new 2.0L FA turbo engine?

By Denis Flierl Dec 30 2016 - 8:06am

New BMW i8 Protonic Dark Silver Edition to Debut at NAIAS

BMW will bring a new i8 Protonic Dark Silver Edition to the North American International Auto Show in January. What sets it apart?

By Dave Ashton Dec 30 2016 - 7:28am

Tesla Motors End Of Year News Roundup: Including Electric Stocks and Twitter Power

Tesla motors have had an eventful year in 2016 with new model announcements, the expansion of their Gigafactory and the ups and downs in the press, amongst other things. 2017 looks to be an expansion on their plans cemented in 2016, so what does the end of the year and 2017 hold for the company?

In this simulation, a driver activaes Skype to participate in a conference call behind the wheel. Is this a great idea or not?

By Marc Stern Dec 30 2016 - 12:00am

Life In The Distraction Lane: Volvo To Implement Skype In 90-Series

Volvo plans to integrate Skype for Business in its 90-Series models so, the automaker believes, drivers can participate in business conference calling. The problem is that with all of the distractions drivers no face, isn't this just one more?

By Parks McCants Dec 29 2016 - 7:26pm

Honda initiates new year safety recall for Odyssey minivan

According to USA Today and others: In the name of precautionary safety measures, Honda announced a second row seat related safety recall for Odyssey, the # 1 selling minivan in North America.

There's a tune out with perfect betting advice. It's the kind of advice that keeps cars with their owners.

By Marc Stern Dec 29 2016 - 6:40pm

Sometimes This Tune Has The Best Advice When It Comes To Car Bets

Maybe, if Brandon Marshall had listened to "The Gambler," he wouldn't be walking around while his Porsche heads to Antonio Brown. The wide receivers wagered "the pinks" on who would garner more yardage. In the last weekend of the regular season, Brown has an insurmountable lead.

By Patrick Rall Dec 29 2016 - 5:42pm

TN's Best Full Size Pickup Truck Stories of 2016

Full size trucks are the most popular vehicles in the US market and with 2016 being a big year for big trucks, we have put together a list of some of the most significant news stories of our 2016 coverage of the full size truck segment in the US – including Ford, General Motors, Nissan, Ram and Toyota.

By John Goreham Dec 29 2016 - 3:47pm

How Long Should a Toyota Tacoma Last? Not Judging - Just asking

Tell us, and we will make sure Toyota hears you, how long you think a Tacoma should last - and why.

By Patrick Rall Dec 29 2016 - 2:53pm

Foutz Motorsports 2017 Ford F150 Raptor Race Truck Headed to NAIAS

The production-spec 2017 Ford F150 Raptor campaigned by Greg Foutz Motorsports has finished the 2016 offroad racing season with flying colors and after being closely examined by the Ford Performance team in Detroit, this hard-run Raptor will be displayed at the 2017 North American International Auto Show in the Motor City.

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