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 Jun 27 2016 - 1:52pm

Hellcat Challenger Owners Should Avoid the Car Wash (You Should, Too)

While many automated car washing businesses like to insist that they are safe for all sorts of vehicles, one Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat owner learned the hard way that the “gas station car wash” should be avoided by anyone who cares about the look of their vehicle – regardless of the type of vehicle driven.

By Will Maley Jun 27 2016 - 8:53am

China Cancels Patents On Original and Copycat Evoque

There's a new twist in the lawsuit of the copycat Evoque.

By Denis Flierl Jun 27 2016 - 8:22am

Subaru WRX STI Gobstopper II Blows Away Competition Again

The Subaru WRX STI Gobstopper II has done it again at Goodwood Festival of Speed. How fast was the Subaru STI this year?

By Will Maley Jun 26 2016 - 9:58am

Goodbye Mr. Jetta Hybrid

Remember the Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid? Anyone? No?

By Denis Flierl Jun 26 2016 - 8:17am

Subaru Forester Protects the Driver, the Passenger Not So Much

The top-selling 2017 Subaru Forester may not be as safe as once thought, for the front passenger. What did a recent IIHS crash test reveal?

By Armen Hareyan Jun 25 2016 - 10:21pm

What To Do When Nissan LEAF Goes Dead

My 2011 Nissan Leaf just went dead, completely unresponsive. Anyone knows what to do other than towing to a dealership? This was a question posted on SF Bay Area Nissan LEAF Owners public group on Facebook and here is what the LEAF owners suggest.

2016 Subaru Levorg, Levorg 2.0 GT, 2.0 GT-S

By Denis Flierl Jun 25 2016 - 10:48am

Forbidden Fruit: Subaru Levorg 2.0 GT-S Spec B

Subaru launches the 2016 Levorg in Australia. Why won’t you see it in the U.S.?

By Armen Hareyan Jun 25 2016 - 10:40am

How Chevy Volt Owners Support One Another Plugging In Each Others' Cars

There is a good EV Etiquette being developed among electric car owners helping one another to plugin and charge each others cars in public charging stations and Chevy Volt owners use it.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 25 2016 - 9:36am

Glass Roof in Tesla Model 3, Standard Feature or One of Options

Many Tesla Model 3 owners are very much interested in Model 3 roof options and would like to know if the Model 3 will come in a glass room and if it will be a standard feature. We can't answer this question, but here is what we know about it.

By Denis Flierl Jun 25 2016 - 8:33am

2017 Nissan GT-R vs GT-R Drone: Which is Faster?

Nissan is launching the new 2017 GT-R performance car and a high-performance GT-R drone. Which is faster?

Prodrive build 2016 Subaru WRX STI, Isle of Man TT lap record

By Denis Flierl Jun 25 2016 - 7:50am

Watch Higgins Hit 177mph in WRX STI Full Lap IOM Video

Mark Higgins pilots the Prodrive build 2016 Subaru WRX STI and shatters the Isle of Man record. Watch the full lap video.

By Will Maley Jun 24 2016 - 4:07pm

Mercedes-Benz Does Its Own GT-R and Here is How

Nissan cornered the market with the GT-R name. But Mercedes-Benz believes two can play that game.

By Parks McCants Jun 24 2016 - 4:05pm

2017 Honda Accord Lineup lands at dealerships June 27

What will Honda fans discover when Honda rolls out the 2017 Accord Sedan and Coupe?

By Patrick Rall Jun 24 2016 - 2:41pm

GM to Invest $290 Million in Corvette Plant

General Motors is planning to invest $290 million in the Bowling Green Assembly Plant where every Chevrolet Corvette is built, with emphasis on the production line of the historic American sports car.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 24 2016 - 11:03am

Confirm Your Tesla Model S Order Before the Price Rise

The price of Tesla Model S will fluctuate after the United Kingdom votes to leave EU and I don't even know what will happen to the price of Tesla Model 3 and its reservations.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 24 2016 - 9:57am

The Pros and Cons of Free Superchargers for Tesla Model S and Model 3 Owners

When Tesla announced that Superchargers won't be free for Model 3 owners Elon Musk said Tesla Superchargers will still be 'very cheap' for Model 3 owners. Is being free a good thing and what are the pros and cons of having free superchargers for Model 3 or even Model S owners?

By Will Maley Jun 24 2016 - 9:01am

Good News! Mercedes-Benz E-Class is Cleared for Sales

The last thing an automaker wants when launching an important vehicle is to hit a snag that causes a launch delay. Unfortunately, that is what happened to Mercedes-Benz.

2016 Subaru WRX STI GRC, Red Bull Global Rallycross

By Denis Flierl Jun 24 2016 - 8:15am

Can New Subaru WRX STI GRC Cars Compete With VW and Ford?

Subaru brings two new 2016 WRX STI GRC race cars to Red Bull Global Rallycross. Can they compete?

By Armen Hareyan Jun 23 2016 - 4:21pm

When To Use Chevy Volt's Hold and Mountain Modes for Best MPG

You are a new Chevy Volt owner and decide to take an out of the town trip and wonder how to use the Hold and Mountain modes of your Volt to get the most miles per gallon. Here are several imputes from current Volt owners who share their experience in Chevy Volt Owners public group on Facebook.

By Will Maley Jun 23 2016 - 3:59pm

Rumored: Volkswagen Could Pay Close to $10.2 Billion to Settle the Diesel Emission Scandal

It has been ten months since the news came out that Volkswagen was using illegal software to pass emission tests in the U.S. During that time, owners have been left in dark, wondering what would happen to them. We might have some answers to that.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 23 2016 - 12:27pm

How Can Tesla Model 3 Owners Benefit from SolarCity by Going to Home Depot

Tesla Model 3 reservation holders don't have free access to superchargers, but the can benefit from Tesla's (NASDAQ: TSLA) SolarCity acquisition (NASDAQ: SCTY). Here is how it may work well for them.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 23 2016 - 11:35am

Tesla Model 3, The Advantages of Cloth Seats vs Leather Seats

Tesla uses both cloth seats and leather seats in its Model S, but some people suggest Tesla should only use leather seats in Model 3. Do you think Tesla should do away with cloth seats?

Volkswagen's Annual General Meeting (2016)

By Will Maley Jun 23 2016 - 10:17am

Volkswagen's Three Ring Mess

Arguing, yelling, and trying to remove someone. A recent sports event? Nope, these were some the highlights of the recent Volkswagen shareholders meeting this week.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 23 2016 - 8:43am

You Will Be Surprised to Know How Many Tesla Dealership and Stores are in USA Compared to Other Brands

When you think of Tesla dealerships and stores you may think the company is new may have only few dealerships in the US, but when you see how many stores and dealerships Tesla has in USA compared to brands like Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz, you will be surprised.

2016 Subaru WRX STI, 2016 Subaru BRZ, 2016 Subaru Levorg

By Denis Flierl Jun 23 2016 - 8:33am

How Subaru’s WRX STI Will Thrill Fans at Goodwood

How will Subaru thrill performance enthusiasts at Good Festival of Speed? Two Subaru WRX STIs will be on hand.

2016 Nissan Frontier, 2016 GMC Canyon, 2016 Chevy Colorado, 2016 Toyota Tacoma

By Denis Flierl Jun 23 2016 - 6:58am

Why Nissan Frontier Needs a Remodel Not a Change in Quality

The 2016 Nissan Frontier is the highest ranked mid-size pickup in the J.D. Power 2016 U.S. Initial Quality Study. What does this mean for mid-size truck buyers?

By Armen Hareyan Jun 22 2016 - 10:10pm

If Chevy has some kind of promotion for LEAF owners to encourage them to cross over, some may do

It's now 2017 Nissan LEAF vs 2017 Chevy Bolt. Possible insider info reveals what to expect in 2017 Nissan LEAF and what will come in 2018, but some LEAF owners may not want to wait and could cross over to Chevy Bolt.

By Parks McCants Jun 22 2016 - 5:57pm

2016 Honda Civic Coupe wins D.T.’s Daily Driver Category

When was the last time a compact coupe won any auto publication’s “Best Daily Driver Category.” I can’t think of one.

By Parks McCants Jun 22 2016 - 4:59pm

Significantly Refreshed 2017 Acura MDX comes to dealers June 22, 2016

The best selling premium midsize SUV in North America comes to select Acura dealers this week with a bolder new look, greater wheel selection, improved interior and more. Is this enough to keep MDX sales momentum moving forward?

By Patrick Rall Jun 22 2016 - 2:42pm

Hennessey Rolls Out their 25th Anniversary HPE800 Ford Mustang

The folks at Hennessey Performance are celebrating their 25th birthday this year and to highlight their silver anniversary, the crew has offered up a special edition of the HPE800 Ford Mustang – with 804 horsepower, 648lb-ft of torque, all of the physical attributes of the HPE800 package and some unique 25th anniversary appointments.

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