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 Armen Hareyan Jun 20 2016 - 3:03pm

Tesla , allow me to sell my Model 3 place in line if I buy a Model S

I saw this discussion in Tesla's Forum where one member wanted Tesla to allow him to sell his Model 3 pre-order place in line if he buys a Model 3. Here is why it's a win win for both: Tesla and Model 3 reservation holder, but is it ethical?

By Armen Hareyan Jun 20 2016 - 2:11pm

I Think Tesla Model 3 Design Resembles These Gas-Powered Cars

Let's say you are talking to a person who has never seen Tesla Model 3 and he asks you how Model 3 design. What would you respond? Tesla enthusiasts think Model 3 resembles these ICE cars.

By Patrick Rall Jun 20 2016 - 1:49pm

Ford GT Dominates LeMans, Corvette Racing Struggles

50 years after the 1966 Ford GT40 race cars finished 1-2-3 in the 24 Hours of LeMans, the new Ford GT race car took the class win, along with the 3rd and 4th place spots in the GTE Pro group – while the Balance of Performance adjustments continued to keep the Corvette Racing crew fighting through the middle of the pack.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 20 2016 - 12:36pm

Tesla Pickup Truck Concept: Pros and Cons

Carslane has published a story discussing the possibility of electric Tesla pickup truck and speculating that the concept will be unveiled later this year and the truck will be available in 2017. I think Tesla may eventually come up with a pickup truck for reasons discussed in this article, but with the huge backlog of Model 3 I am unsure if Tesla may introduce a pickup truck in 2017.

By Patrick Rall Jun 20 2016 - 11:00am

2017 Dodge Challenger Could Get New Colors, Another Trimline

There hasn’t been any official information offered up for the 2017 Dodge Challenger just yet, but insider information from the folks at Hellcat.org suggests that this new model year will be getting a handful of new colors, a new infotainment interface and a new “special edition” trimline.

By Will Maley Jun 20 2016 - 10:12am

How To Tow Train Cars By Land Rover

How do you demonstrate the towing capabilities of a vehicle to the extreme? If you are Land Rover, you use train cars.

2016 BMW Sports Wagon, 2016 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo

By Denis Flierl Jun 20 2016 - 8:49am

3 Reasons Why BMW Could Axe the 3 Series Wagon

Will BMW give the axe to the 2016 3 Series wagon in the U.S.? Reports say yes.

2016 Subaru Levorg, Silverline Subaru BMR Racing, BTCC

By Denis Flierl Jun 20 2016 - 7:55am

Subaru Scores First One-Two BTCC Victory

Subaru is getting their new Levorg sports tourer BTCC race cars dialed in. They scored their first 1-2 finish.

By Will Maley Jun 19 2016 - 4:41pm

Rumored: Volkswagen Looks Into Cutting A Fair Chunk of Their Worldwide Lineup

Time for a pop quiz! How many models does the Volkswagen Group produce worldwide? This includes the all of the brands from Volkswagen to Bugatti. 90? 125? 175? Try 340 models.

By Denis Flierl Jun 19 2016 - 8:00am

How 2016 Subaru WRX STI AWD Proves Its Worth

The AWD system of the 2016 Subaru WRX STI driven by Molly Taylor proved its worth. What happened in Australia?

2017 Nissan GT-R, 2017 Nissan GT-R NISMO

By Denis Flierl Jun 19 2016 - 7:02am

Nissan Brings 2017 GT-R and Other Surprises to Goodwood

The new 2017 Nissan GT-R and it’s stablemate GT-R NISMO will be at Goodwood Festival of Speed. What other surprises?

By Armen Hareyan Jun 18 2016 - 4:59pm

Why Tesla Model 3 Reservation Holders Prefer To Wait and Not Take Model S 60 Offer

Tesla's recent Model S 60 reintroduction is considered as a counter-offer to Model 3 reservation holders to take advantage of larger-sized and compared to Model S 70 a cheaper priced Model S 60 to clear the backlog. But as I read in online forums Tesla Model 3 reservation holders prefer waiting for their Model 3 vs taking advantage of the Model S 60 and here is why.

By Will Maley Jun 18 2016 - 2:43pm

Rumored: Bentley EXP 10 Speed 6 To Get A New Name

An official decision as to whether or not the Bentley EXP 10 Speed 6 will go into production is still being worked on. But there is now talk as to the possible name for the production model.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 18 2016 - 1:00pm

Dodge Charger Enthusiast Redesigns Her Charger Putting a White Tiger on The Hood

My friend Julie Parshall redesigned her Dodge Charger and wanted to share this story with TorqueNews readers. What do you think of her Charger's new look? Here is Julie in her own words.

2017 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Legacy, 2016 Subaru Legacy

By Denis Flierl Jun 18 2016 - 9:58am

Why You Should Wait Until 2017 to Buy a New Subaru Outback

Up until now, Subaru has had the lowest incentives in the industry. What is changing that will benefit consumers?

By Armen Hareyan Jun 18 2016 - 9:45am

New Use for Tesla Model S Summon When Cleaning Your Car

While Tesla is continuing to improve its self-driving technology, people are finding amazing ways on how to use Summon feature on their Tesla Model S cars. Here is one very handy and useful way to use the Summon feature on your Tesla when you clean your electric car.

By Will Maley Jun 18 2016 - 9:08am

Mercedes Combines Hydrogen and Plug-In Technologies

You got plug-in hybrid in my hydrogen vehicle! You got hydrogen in my plug-in hybrid vehicle! No, it isn't a Resses cup commercial from the future, but the best way to describe Mercedes' latest hydrogen vehicle.

BMW 3 Series, next-generation BMW 3 Series, 2018 BMW 3 Series

By Denis Flierl Jun 18 2016 - 8:21am

2 Ways You Will Benefit From Mexico-Built Next-Gen BMW 3 Series

BMW has confirmed the next-gen BMW 3 Series will be built in Mexico. What will this mean for consumers?

By Patrick Rall Jun 17 2016 - 4:20pm

Jeep Renegade Gets the Harley Davidson Treatment

The Jeep Renegade Hell’s Revenge Edition is a unique custom vehicle created for a huge European Harley Davidson event, complete with Harley logos and a flamed out paint job that helps the little SUV fit in better with the motorcycle crowd.

By Patrick Rall Jun 17 2016 - 12:41pm

Ford Best / Corvette Worst in GTE Pro in LeMans Qualifying, Adjustments Required

The qualifying rounds for the 2016 24 Hours of LeMans race have finished up and the new Ford GT cars have captured the 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th spots in the GTE Pro class while the Corvette Racing teams have been forced to settle for last and 2nd to last in the class – but new Balance of Performance adjustments have been issued to several teams ahead of the race.

2016 Subaru WRX STI, Isle of Man TT Challenge

By Denis Flierl Jun 17 2016 - 10:33am

Subaru Releases New IOM TT Record Teaser [Video]

Subaru releases a new Isle of Man TT Course record run in the 2016 WRX STI. Check out the 1 minute sneak peak video.

Volkswagen Press Conference in October 2015

By Will Maley Jun 17 2016 - 9:12am

Volkswagen's New Plan Brings Radical Changes

Electric vehicles, autonomous technologies, and ride-sharing. These were some of the things Volkswagen hopes will remove the dark cloud of the diesel scandal and give them some sort of redemption.

2016 Subaru WRX STI, New England Forest Rally

By Denis Flierl Jun 17 2016 - 8:51am

2 Ways Lasek Stops Higgins From Celebrating 6th Driver’s Championship

Bucky Lasek will drive the new 2016 Subaru WRX STI at Forest Rally. Will he have any chance to beat Higgins?

By Armen Hareyan Jun 17 2016 - 8:34am

2 Things Tesla Can Do for Model 3 Reservation Holders To Clear Backlog

The first production of Tela Model 3 will start sometimes in 2017 creating a huge preorders backlog for Tesla, but there are at least two things the company can do for current Model 3 reservation holders using it's Model S and Model X capacity.

By Denis Flierl Jun 17 2016 - 8:15am

10 Qualities of the Subaru WRX and Crosstrek That Will Keep You Grinning

The 2016 Subaru WRX and 2016 Crosstrek are tops in quality. What 10 qualities will keep you grinning?

By John Goreham Jun 17 2016 - 7:51am

2016 Lexus RX 350 V6 Fuel Economy Tops Competitors’ 4-Cylinder Turbos

Are small turbocharged engines all they are cracked up to be or is it just a myth?

By Parks McCants Jun 16 2016 - 8:22pm

2017 Volvo S90 T6 Inscription most drive-dynamic sedan in maker’s history

Volvo elevates 4 cylinder gasoline turbo power into the luxury confines of the largest and most drive-dynamic sedan in the maker's history. 2017 Volvo S90 T6 is a bit of a mind blower!

By Armen Hareyan Jun 16 2016 - 5:24pm

When We Can Expect Tesla Model 3 in Stores and Showrooms

Tesla has about 400,000 Model S preorders and it has not even started manufacturing them, but here is when you can expect to see Model 3s in showrooms and stores.

By Armen Hareyan Jun 16 2016 - 2:34pm

What is The Most Efficient Speed for Nissan LEAF for Optimal Range

How to drive Nissan LEAF efficiently for the optimal range and what is the most efficient speed. These are some of the questions that interest many Nissan LEAF owners, who want to know how many miles per Kwh does a Nissan Leaf get and how to drive to get the optimal range for their LEAFs.

By Patrick Rall Jun 16 2016 - 2:27pm

Corvette Racing Slowest in LeMans Qualifying after Power Restrictions

The “Balance of Performance” adjustments required of the Corvette Racing teams during the first qualifying session for this weekend’s 24 Hours of LeMans race have had a horrific impact on the reigning champions, moving them to the bottom of the GTE Pro qualifying order while the new Ford GT – which was originally much slower than the Corvette – jumped to the top two spots in the class.

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