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 Dec 22 2016 - 5:28pm

2017 Ford Super Duty Recalled because the Gas Tank Might Fall Out

Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for roughly 8,000 examples of the new 2017 F250 and F350 Super Duty pickups over a concern that a problem with the gas tank straps could allow the tank to fall and contact the ground – increasing the likelihood of a fire, although there have been no reports incidents by private owners.

By Will Maley Dec 22 2016 - 4:12pm

Volvo Introduces A Red Key, But It Isn't What You Would Expect

The Dodge Charger and Challenger Hellcat are known for their red key. This allows you access all 707 rampaging horses under the hood. Volvo has decided to copy Dodge's idea for the red key, although it is for a completely different purpose.

By John Goreham Dec 22 2016 - 3:58pm

Best Sub-Compact Crossover Stories 2016

We summarize the biggest news for the sub-compact crossover market this year.

Audi's Near-Production Concept Q8 Will Debut At January's North American International Auto Show In Detroit

By Marc Stern Dec 22 2016 - 3:08pm

Here Is Why Automakers Like Car Shows; Facetime With Nameplates

When the North American International Auto Show opens in Detroit next month one of the features will be Audi's near-production concept Q8. The almost-ready-for-production nameplate illustrates a unique SUV done in the style of a coupe.

By Patrick Rall Dec 22 2016 - 2:36pm

Ram, Dodge Involved in another Government Shifter Fiasco

The NHTSA has opened a new investigation to see if the rotary shift mechanisms in the newer Ram 1500 and Dodge Durango are faulty – or if the people having issues with those vehicles just aren’t bright enough to understand how their vehicle functions.

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, Legacy, Snow Day

By Denis Flierl Dec 22 2016 - 8:12am

Watch 5 Average Drivers Go Full-Throttle in the Forester on a Snow Day [Video]

What happens on a snow day? You have fun in a Subaru Forester, Crosstrek and Legacy and push them to the limits in the snow.

2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, 2017 Subaru Impreza

By Denis Flierl Dec 22 2016 - 7:12am

How Subaru Smashes its 8th Consecutive Yearly Sales Record

Subaru announced it has set its eighth consecutive yearly sales record 10 days before the end of the year. How is Subaru doing it?

By Dave Ashton Dec 22 2016 - 5:31am

Hyundai Look To The Future With Hydrogen Fuel Cells And Self-Driving Cars

The auto manufacturer Hyundai are set to push the boundaries of car technology in the next few years with hydrogen fuel cells and autonomous vehicles with example vehicles already in the pipeline.

VW, Regulators and Consumers Agreed To A Settlement For The 3.0L Version. An Earler Agreement Covered 2.0-Liter four-cylinder vehicles like the 2015 Jetta GTI

By Marc Stern Dec 22 2016 - 12:11am

Dieselgate Gets More Costly As 3.0-Liter V-6 Portion Settlement Reached

VW and negotiators for regulators and consumers have settled on a repair/compensation plan for 3.0-liter V-6 turbodiesel engines, bringing a possible end to at least one section of the Dieselgate scandal.

By Parks McCants Dec 21 2016 - 10:15pm

Honda CR-V Officially Best Selling SUV in North America 21 years running

That’s what American Honda and Detroit Auto News tells us with a 7th consecutive year sales gain in America’s fastest growing compact segment.

By Parks McCants Dec 21 2016 - 9:34pm

10th generation Honda Civic America’s Best Selling Car for 2016

With a little more than a week left in 2016, it’s official: Honda Civic becomes the best selling retail car in North America of any size, capping off the best sales year in the brands 44 year history.

NHTSA Has Opened A Preliminary Probe Into 8 Complaints That Smarts ForTwo Have Burned

By Marc Stern Dec 21 2016 - 9:13pm

Where There’s Smoke, There May Be Burning 08-09 Smart ForTwo

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has begun to look into eight reports that 2008-09 Smarts ForTwo have erupted into flames.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe Night Edition

By Will Maley Dec 21 2016 - 4:12pm

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Dons A Night Outfit

Mercedes-Benz's showing at Detroit looks to be all about coupes. The E-Class Coupe will make its world debut, and a special edition of the S-Class Coupe will be unveiled.

By Patrick Rall Dec 21 2016 - 3:48pm

3 New Hellcat Challenger RCs, 2 New Hellcat Hot Wheels Arrive Before Christmas

If you are looking for a fun, affordable gift for the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat lover in your life – whether it is a little kid who loves toy cars or a grown man who wants a toy to replicate their full size car – there are a handful of new Hellcat toys on the market just in time for Christmas.

By Patrick Rall Dec 21 2016 - 3:34pm

Buy a Brand New 2015 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 for $56k

If you want a Chevrolet Camaro that will hang with just about any production car on a road course, but you couldn’t stomach the $75k price tag of the “old” 2015 Camaro Z/28, you are in luck, as Chevy dealership in Louisiana has a brand new 5th generation Z/28 in their showroom with a price tag almost $20,000 below the original MSRP.

By Patrick Rall Dec 21 2016 - 2:44pm

Ford Mustang Named Women's World Car of the Year

The Ford Mustang has been named the Women’s Car of the Year for the global automotive market, with a panel of women around the world testing hundreds of cars and picking the Mustang as their favorite for 2016 – and the Ford Focus RS finished a close second.

By John Goreham Dec 21 2016 - 11:20am

The Best Compact Crossover Stories of 2016 - Which gets your vote Rogue, CR-V, or RAV4 Hybrid?

We recap the year with a focus on the largest-selling vehicle segment.

By John Goreham Dec 21 2016 - 11:02am

Weekly Tesla News Update Includes Another New Supercharger Fee

The weekly news by industry expert Alex Guberman has some interesting year-end topics.

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door, auto safety

By Denis Flierl Dec 21 2016 - 8:15am

Do Consumers Really Care About Auto Safety? Subaru Buyers Tell the Story

Where does safety rank in a consumers decision to buy a vehicle? For Subaru buyers, it’s at the top.

By Dave Ashton Dec 21 2016 - 5:40am

Tesla Set To Conquer EVs in 2017 With Secured Credit And Production

Tesla Motors in advance of bringing out their Model 3, have supercharged their credit by $500 million and are set to hit their production goals in 2017.

VW Tiguan Wins Prestigious Euro NCAP; "Best-in-Class"

By Marc Stern Dec 21 2016 - 12:18am

2016 Tiguan Earns Coveted Euro NCAP “Best-in-Class” Honors

Volkswagen is having some good news, at last. With negotiators working out Dieselgate settlements and with strong sales again, the automaker has received some excellent news.

By Will Maley Dec 20 2016 - 4:44pm

Aston Martin and Ferrari Get Fined For Failing To Meet EU CO2 Goals

The European Union has been on a push to reduce emissions and most automakers have met standards for 2015, except for two.

By John Goreham Dec 20 2016 - 4:11pm

TN's Best Green Car Stories of 2016

Green cars are a hot topic and 2016 had some interesting developments. Here are the top stories for 2016.

By Patrick Rall Dec 20 2016 - 4:05pm

2018 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang to be Identical to 2017 Models

Leaked dealership documents acquired by the team at Mustang6g.com states that the Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang will return for the 2018 model year and it will do so in pretty much the same form as the current models – with the exception of a few new exterior colors.

By Denis Flierl Dec 20 2016 - 3:48pm

2017 Toyota 86 Recalled for Risk of Vehicle Rollaway and Crash

Toyota USA recalls the 86 sports coupe for risk of vehicle rollaway and crash. What’s the issue?

By John Goreham Dec 20 2016 - 3:42pm

TN's Best Midsize Pickup Truck Stories of 2016

TN's Best Pickup Truck Stories of 2016

By Patrick Rall Dec 20 2016 - 12:34pm

Dodge Owners Send an RC Hellcat Challenger to a US Soldier for Christmas

A group of Dodge Hellcat owners recently surprised a fellow member of the Mopar community with a radio controlled replica of his custom Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat as a thanks for his ongoing service to the country as a member of the US Air Force – and the cool RC car arrived just in time for Christmas.

By Denis Flierl Dec 20 2016 - 9:55am

BMW i8 is Now the Most Requested Vehicle in Forza History; It’s Coming Soon to "Forza Horizon 3”

The all-electric BMW i8 is the most requested vehicle in Forza history. It’s coming soon to "Forza Horizon 3”

2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl Dec 20 2016 - 8:07am

How a Wagon Passes Subaru’s Popular Forester SUV as #1-Selling Model in the U.S.

The 2017 Outback is now Subaru’s number one selling vehicle in the US. Why did it pass the popular Forester?

By Dave Ashton Dec 20 2016 - 5:40am

Tesla Will Charge For Overstay At Their Superchargers To Improve Efficiency

Tesla will charge its car customers who overstay their welcome at their nationwide supercharger network if you stay too long after your car is fully charged.

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