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 Aug 12 2016 - 9:23am

What You Need To Know About the Audi A3 Lineup for the U.S.

Even though Audi has already revealed for the A3 back in April, there was no information available on the U.S. version. But this week, Audi has revealed the details for the U.S. A3 lineup.

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Aug 12 2016 - 8:24am

Report Says All-Electric Subaru Crossover Coming in 5 Years

Reports say a new Subaru all-electric crossover will be launched in 5 years. Will it be a Forester or Outback?

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By Parks McCants Aug 11 2016 - 7:02pm

Update: Brit built 2017 Honda Civic Hatchbacks dockside in Baltimore

Thanks to our friends in the know, we are currently updated as to the arrival of the first manufactured in England Civic hatchback to grace U.S. shores.

Mazda’s updated 2017 Mazda6 gets important updates

By John Goreham Aug 11 2016 - 4:19pm

Mazda just made Interior changes you’ll love to the 2017 Mazda6

Mazda’s updated 2017 Mazda6 brings some important updates to the cabin.

By Parks McCants Aug 11 2016 - 2:40pm

Acura Realtime Racing’s Eversley, Pumpelly ready for Utah slugfest

If the Saturday running of the 2016 Mid Ohio PWC GT round 14 was an indicator of things to come this weekend in Utah, RealTime Racing’s Ryan Eversley and Spencer Pumpelly, both off Atlanta, Georgia, best be ready to rumble.

By Patrick Rall Aug 11 2016 - 2:38pm

Another Hellcat Charger, Ram 1500 Diecast Coming from Greenlight

We have talked a great deal about small scale versions of the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat recently, but for those Hellcat fans who prefer the 4-door variety – the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat will be offered as part of the new Hitch & Tow Racing Edition from Greenlight Collectables.

By Patrick Rall Aug 11 2016 - 1:22pm

2017 Ford F150 Super Duty STX - Premium Infotainment and Styling, Low Price

Based on the input from their buyers, Ford Motor Company is introducing a new STX trimline for the 2017 F150 and the Super Duty – a low cost package which adds premium styling features on the outside and a premium infotainment system on the inside.

By Denis Flierl Aug 11 2016 - 11:11am

Will 2017 Nissan GT-R Become a Classic Like the Prince R380?

Nissan Brings out the Prince R380 from its DNA Garage, the GT-R from its current stable. Will the 2017 GT-R become a classic too?

By Marc Stern Aug 11 2016 - 11:01am

How EV Firms Maneuver For Advantage With VW Dieselgate Settlement

Twenty-eight electric vehicle firms have contacted regulators to ensure that VW is barred from participating in Dieselgate settlement funding.

By Will Maley Aug 11 2016 - 9:20am

Mercedes-Benz Teases Something Large For Pebble Beach

Every year at Pebble Beach, the Monterey Car Week takes place with various events such as the Concours d'Elegance. But it has also become a place where luxury automakers introduce new vehicles and concepts.

By Denis Flierl Aug 11 2016 - 8:58am

Why Subaru WRX Owners Are Lifers [Video]

Subaru Owner Stories: Joseph Batson’s WRX [Video]

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door

By Denis Flierl Aug 11 2016 - 8:36am

Subaru Classic Meets New 2017 Impreza

Subaru is celebrating Boxer’s 50th anniversary. The engine was on display along with the new 2017 Impreza at the Automobile Council 2016.

By Marc Stern Aug 10 2016 - 11:58pm

Rolling Time-bombs: 7 Honda and Acura 2001-03 Models Whose Owners Are Told To Stop Driving

The owners of 313,000 2001-03 Honda and Acura vehicles were recently told by the National Highway Traffic Safety Admnistration to stop driving their vehicles because of the risk their airbags pose.

By Marc Stern Aug 10 2016 - 11:22pm

NHTSA, Seeking Better Airbag Results, Takes To Road In "Safe Car" Tour

Like the tent tours that crisscrossed America in the 19th Century, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has taken to the road to encourage motorists to have the airbag inflators in their vehicles replaced.

By Parks McCants Aug 10 2016 - 3:44pm

2016 Accord scores highest IIHS headlight rating for Honda

Interestingly enough, we discover that as of this posting, a federally mandated uniform auto industry headlight standard doesn't exist in the United States.

GT500 Mustang test mule from SVTP video.

By Patrick Rall Aug 10 2016 - 3:15pm

This Mysterious Ford Shelby Mustang Could Be a Proper Hellcat and ZL1 Fighter

A video has surfaced showing a mysteriously camouflaged Ford Mustang rolling around the Metro Detroit area and while this car might look like a new Shelby GT350, it doesn’t sound like that road racing beast – leading me (and many others) to believe that this could be the big power Mustang designed to go to battle with the likes of the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1.

By Patrick Rall Aug 10 2016 - 2:40pm

Watch the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Destroy the Rear Tires

The 4th video has been unlocked on the Chevrolet Camaro 50th anniversary website and unlike the first three videos which featured all of the older generations, this new video focuses exclusively on the new Camaro ZL1 – with great soundbites of the LT4 engine revving and a huge, smokey burnout.

By Patrick Rall Aug 10 2016 - 2:12pm

FCA Could Be Working on a Ram 1500 Mega Cab

Spy shots floating around the internet show that FCA is working on some sort of super-extended cab version of the Ram 1500 – presumably something like the Ram 2500 Mega Cab in half ton form.

By Will Maley Aug 10 2016 - 2:05pm

2017 Range Rover SVAutobiography Dynamic Splits the Difference

Imagine taking some of the bits of the Range Rover Sport SVR and Range Rover SVAutobiography, and dropping them into a standard Range Rover. What might you end up with?

By Denis Flierl Aug 10 2016 - 10:38am

Why Smart Compact Buyers Picked Subaru Over Suzuki

Subaru has decided to part ways with Suzuki. Why did Subaru succeed and Suzuki fail?

By Will Maley Aug 10 2016 - 9:19am

Genesis Still Figuring Which Model Will Get Hotted Up

With Hyundai and Kia beginning to enter the performance arena, it should come as no surprise that Genesis is considering adding a bit of sport to their models. But deciding which model will get it first is becoming a challenge.

By Denis Flierl Aug 10 2016 - 8:29am

Did Subaru Strike Out With the Levorg Sports Tourer?

In a rare move, Subaru is offering incentives to sell more Levorg sports tourers. Did Subaru make a mistake launching the new wagon?

By Marc Stern Aug 9 2016 - 9:31pm

VW's Hopes For A Speedy Settlement Of Dieselgate Tumbled As Courts Take Unusual Step

Volkswagen, slammed for the last year by an emissions scandal of its own making, faced a new test as the courts in Germany took an unusual step in an effort to speed things up. That does not look like it will be the case.

By Patrick Rall Aug 9 2016 - 3:31pm

2017 Ford Raptor F150 has the Best Factory Shocks Ever (Video)

The 2017 Ford Raptor F150 is equipped with an all-new suspension setup with shocks from the off-road experts at Fox, which the Motor Company claims are the most capable factory-equipped shock absorbers ever offered on a road-going pickup truck.

By Patrick Rall Aug 9 2016 - 1:51pm

GM Announces 2017 Camaro 1LE Pricing and Performance Figures

General Motors has announced the pricing and the performance figures for the 2017 Camaro 1LE packages in both V6 and V8 form, and based strictly on these preliminary numbers, it sounds like the 1LE package will convert the Camaro LT or SS into even more impressive performers for a surprisingly low price.

Best vs. Worst: Mazda CX-3 and Honda HR-V Headlights

By John Goreham Aug 9 2016 - 1:47pm

Mazda CX-3 vs. Honda HR-V - Which Has the Best and Worst Headlights In its Class?

The all-new Mazda CX-3 and Honda HR-V small crossovers have a lot in common, but one has the best headlights in the class and one the worst.

By Patrick Rall Aug 9 2016 - 12:30pm

A Bigger Diecast Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Hits the Market

The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat has proven to be a hot commodity in the toy/collectables market with a handful of options from the smaller scale Hot Wheels, but a new 24th scale diecast Hellcat Challenger from Jada is reaching stores in four different colors – for around $20.

By Parks McCants Aug 9 2016 - 11:04am

2017 Honda Civic Hatchback’s a car of many firsts

You’d be hard pressed to find sitting in the annals of Honda history, a U.K. manufactured Civic that made it onto the showroom floor of U.S. dealerships.

By Parks McCants Aug 9 2016 - 11:03am

Not much learned from 'leaked' 2017 Honda Hatchback variant list

Well they’re at it again. With the help of an old friend, Honda fans throw caution to the wind.

By John Goreham Aug 9 2016 - 10:55am

Sensible Back To School Mazda Choices For Parents

Kelly Blue Book Picks Mazda’s two smallest vehicles for your child. Here’s two other ideas.

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