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.

Toyota Tacoma Owners Need To Know About This TSB

By John Goreham Nov 23 2016 - 8:04am

Transform the way your 2016 Toyota Tacoma Drives – Here’s How

A transmission reflash Toyota has kept quiet is making some Tacoma owners very happy.

Chevy Silverado Gets Muddy Recently; its manufacturer was just granted a delay in a recall of 2.5 million older pickups and SUVs

By Marc Stern Nov 22 2016 - 9:19pm

NHTSA, In Unusual Move, Allows GM To Delay 2.5M Truck Takata Recall For Tests

In a highly unusual move, General Motors was granted a delay in a planned recall of 2.5 million older pickups and SUVs. The recall was part of the ongoing Takata airbag inflator safety recall.

By Parks McCants Nov 22 2016 - 4:47pm

The Electric Auto headlines 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show

Without question, despite the reveal of several conventional cars and light trucks, Hybrid and plug-in electric cars dominated this year's L.A. Auto Show, as manufacturers transition into the future.

By Patrick Rall Nov 22 2016 - 4:47pm

Could the Dodge Challenger and Charger Soon Lose Their V8?

The internet is ripe with talk of how the V8 engines in the Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger will soon be replaced by a twin turbocharged V6 and while I believe that we could see a twin turbo V6 in the Dodge muscle cars in the future – I don’t believe for a second that the next generation Challenger or Charger will be without a V8 engine option.

By Will Maley Nov 22 2016 - 3:03pm

Hyundai Does the Crossover Shuffle

Unless you have been living under a rock, crossovers are currently the hot thing. Hyundai is planning some major changes to their crossover lineup for this.

VW's 1-2 Victory in Rally Australia Matches The Same Feat Performed by Audi In Its Final WEC campaign

By Marc Stern Nov 22 2016 - 2:26pm

Volkswagen Ends WRC Campaign On High Note With 1-2 Victory

Volkswagen finished up its final campaign of the WRC Rally Championship with a 1-2 victory at the 2016 Rally Australia. The win matches Audi's 1-2 victory at the 6 Hours of Dubai in the WEC Enduro Championships.

By Patrick Rall Nov 22 2016 - 2:17pm

GeigerCars Lifts the Camaro SS to 621hp for German Drivers

If you live in Germany and you want to drive a new Chevrolet Camaro SS – but the 455hp output of the standard Camaro isn’t enough for your Autobahn cruising needs – the crew at GeigerCars has you covered with their new Supercharged 630 package.

By Patrick Rall Nov 22 2016 - 12:18pm

Future Ford F150 Could Get a New 4.8L V8

According to a new report focusing on a labor deal between Ford Motor Company and the Canadian Auto Workers Union, the Ford F150 is slated to receive a new 4.8L V8 which will be built in Canada starting sometime around 2020 or 2021.

VW To Build Electrics In North America by 2021

By Marc Stern Nov 22 2016 - 10:02am

VW Outlines Aggressive Turnaround With North American E-Cars by 2021

Volkswagen, as part of its vision for 2025, has released an aggressive plan to triple its profit margin to 6 percent, while also selling 1 million electric vehicles. The automaker also plans to build electric vehicles in North America by 2021.

By John Goreham Nov 22 2016 - 9:32am

Tesla News Update With Alex Covers Solar City Merge and Much More

Tesla expert and early adopter, Alex Guberman brings you the news via video.

By Denis Flierl Nov 22 2016 - 9:11am

How Will Mitsubishi Take the Lead Bringing EV Crossovers to U.S. Consumers? A New CUV is Coming Next Year

Look for Mitsubishi to take the lead in bring new EV Crossovers to the U.S. market. A new CUV is coming soon.

By Will Maley Nov 22 2016 - 9:08am

Six Mercedes-AMG Models Compete To See Which One Is the Quickest (Video)

Mercedes-Benz's performance division, AMG has been building up quite the range of powerful models. But have you ever wondered which one is the fastest?

2017 Subaru WRX. 2017 Subaru BRZ, WardsAuto 10 Best Engines

By Denis Flierl Nov 22 2016 - 8:55am

2017 Subaru WRX 2.0L is Wards 10 Best Engine Nominee; A Surprise Subaru Makes the List

The 2017 Subaru WRX 2.0L engine gets the nod again and is on the list of nominees for Ward’s 10 Best Engines. There’s a surprise Subaru on the list.

By Denis Flierl Nov 22 2016 - 8:38am

Nissan Shows New GT-R Owners How Thankful They Are; You Get a Complimentary Track Day

Nissan USA is showing new 2017 GT-R owners just how thankful they are for them this holiday week. They get a complimentary track day.

By Mary Conway Nov 21 2016 - 9:54pm

How Jimmie Johnson raced into the record books

Jimmie Johnson raced into the record books by winning his 7th Sprint Cup NASCAR championship, tying Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt Sr.

By Marc Stern Nov 21 2016 - 9:13pm

Audi Finishes Enduro Racing Stint In Style With 1-2 Win

Audi left the world of automotive endurance racing in style with a 1-2 victory at the 6 Hours of Dubai. The automaker ended up number two in the race for the Manufacturer's Cup and for driver honors.

By Parks McCants Nov 21 2016 - 3:26pm

2017 Civic Si reported to be quickest, most refined in Honda history

According to our friends at American Honda Motors, when released to market early in 2017, the 10th generation Civic Si will be the quickest, most refined and drive-dynamic in Honda history.

By Will Maley Nov 21 2016 - 3:07pm

Jaguar Unveils the 'New Original' XKSS

It may seem odd that an automaker is building new versions of an old car. But for Jaguar, this is to button up some unfinished business.

By John Goreham Nov 21 2016 - 3:07pm

2017 Mazda Miata Named a 10Best by Car and Driver

The fifteenth win by the Mazda Miata comes with a compliment by Car and Driver.

By Parks McCants Nov 21 2016 - 2:15pm

Acura Precision Cockpit promotes greater eye to road contact

While attending the Los Angeles Auto Show, I experienced Acura’s slant on a near future driver to car connectivity interface. The future in dash, center stack design just arrived!

By Patrick Rall Nov 21 2016 - 2:08pm

2018 Ford Mustang Could Lose V6, Gain 10-Speed and MagneRide

According to information gathered from Ford’s dealership system and posted on the enthusiast website Mustang6g.com, the 2018 Ford Mustang could lose the V6 engine option while adding the 10-speed automatic transmission and the MagneRide suspension setup from the current Shelby GT350 – while still offering the GT350 and GT350R for those who want a stronger-handling pony car.

By Marc Stern Nov 21 2016 - 2:03pm

Not Even On Sale, Volkswagen’s Atlas Seems Like It Is Already A Success

Although the Volkswagen Atlas hasn't gone on sale yet, it still seems like a success as the automaker already has plans to market the American-made full-sized crossover in Russia and China.

By Patrick Rall Nov 21 2016 - 1:25pm

Jeep Hellcat Trackhawk Could Debut in April, Deliveries by September

Based on an interview with Jeep CEO Mike Manley, the Hellcat-powered Grand Cherokee Trackhawk could make its formal debut at the 2017 New York International Auto Show in April and the first production units could reach dealerships by September 2017 – meaning that the world’s most powerful SUV could be less than a year away from hitting the streets.

By Will Maley Nov 21 2016 - 12:16pm

Mercedes' U.S. Branch Decides To Pass On X-Class For Now

Almost a month ago, Mercedes-Benz revealed the X-Class concepts. These would be a preview for a new pickup that would be launching next year in certain markets. However, the U.S. will not be one of them.