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 Parks McCants May 23 2016 - 6:23pm

One change anticipated for Civic Sedan or Coupe in 2017

If it’s not broken why fix it?

By John Goreham May 23 2016 - 3:46pm

Excessive Brake Dust On One Rim - What Does It Mean?

If you see a lot of brake dust on just one of your rims, it could mean trouble.

Hellcat Challengers at 2015 Roadkill Nights by Dodge

By Patrick Rall May 23 2016 - 3:39pm

Roadkill Update: Your Hellcat Challenger or Charger Could Win You $20k

Some more information on the upcoming Roadkill Nights by Dodge has been announced and if you have a smokin’ fast Hellcat Challenger, Hellcat Charger or any other Dodge brand car, you could drive home from the either of the Roadkill events with a cool $10,000 – with big cash prizes for the next three Dodge vehicles and the two quickest non-Dodge cars in attendance.

By Patrick Rall May 23 2016 - 12:42pm

CS700 Ford Mustang Brings Big American Power to the UK

For prospective Ford Mustang owners in the UK who like the look but who demand more power, the Clive Sutton dealership group in central London has rolled out a variety of packages that can improve handling, enhance the look and lift the output to 700 horsepower.

By John Goreham May 23 2016 - 11:21am

Toyota Hybrids Outselling Combined Global EV Sales By How Much?

Toyota’s hybrid models are outselling all manner of electric vehicles by a huge margin.

By Parks McCants May 23 2016 - 11:04am

James Hinchcliffe takes Indy 500 Pole with 6 Honda drivers in top 10

The 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 is shaping up to be the year of Honda.

By Will Maley May 23 2016 - 10:05am

2016 Hyundai Sonata Eco vs. Kia Optima LX 1.6T - Fuel Sipping Family Sedans Under $27k

You need a midsize sedan that does decently on fuel, but you don't want to put down a lot of cash for it. Lucky for you, Hyundai and Kia offer such a vehicle.

By Patrick Rall May 23 2016 - 9:46am

Brand New Corvette Z06 Crashes During Burnout Exhibition

When the owner of this brand new Chevrolet Corvette Z06 pulled into the burnout pit at the Automotion Commotion event this past weekend, he probably hoped that his tire smoking action would be immortalized on film – but instead, he slammed the American supercar head-long into a concrete barrier.

By Will Maley May 23 2016 - 9:10am

How to Make an Aston Martin Vanquish Standout

The Aston Martin Vanquish doesn't need any help when it comes to drawing attention. But the British sports car builder decided it needed more and called in Italian coachbuilder and design house Zagato for some help.

By Denis Flierl May 23 2016 - 8:33am

How BMW Hits it Out of the Park With This M2 Ad [Video]

BMW M2 is a new vehicle with a new marketing plan. How did BMW hit a grand slam?

By Denis Flierl May 23 2016 - 8:17am

New 370Z NISMO Patrol Cars Make Police Gaga [Video]

Tokyo police get excited about their new patrol cars. Check out the 2017 Nissan 370Z NISMO "On Duty” video.

2017 Subaru Forester, Subaru Forester tS

By Denis Flierl May 23 2016 - 7:48am

Special Edition Subaru Forester tS Generates Huge Interest

The new 2017 Subaru Forester tS performance SUV is a hot item in Australia. Will it ever see U.S. shores?

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By Parks McCants May 22 2016 - 2:40pm

Honda powered James Hinchcliffe tops Saturday qualifier with 230.946 MPH

Schmidt Peterson Motorsports damn near lost Canadian James Hinchcliffe in 2015 to an Indianapolis 500 practice lap wall hit of grueling detail. On Saturday his Honda powered Dallara beat all comers.

By Will Maley May 22 2016 - 10:49am

A Look At What Makes the Mercedes-Benz G500 4x4² Special

The Mercedes-Benz G500 4x4² looks like a science experiment gone wrong with massive off-road tires, meaty axles, and other improvements. But how did Mercedes-Benz accomplish this?

By Denis Flierl May 22 2016 - 7:28am

4 Core Values Embody New 2017 WRX S4

What 4 core technologies does the 2017 Subaru WRX S4 bring to Technology Exhibition 2016?

By Denis Flierl May 22 2016 - 7:08am

2 Reasons Why Nissan Murano is Named "Activity Vehicle of Texas"

The 2016 Nissan Murano beats some stiff competition in Texas. What 2 things pushed it to the front of the pack?

By Parks McCants May 20 2016 - 6:25pm

Honda looks to 10th Gen Civic to increase sales ‘Down Under’

As an international manufacturer and exporter of cars , light trucks and motorcycles, how is Honda Motor Company doing in Australia?

By Parks McCants May 20 2016 - 1:12pm

Indianapolis 500 practice day #3: Honda and Andretti Autosport continue to dominate

It’s looking good for Honda power at the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 as Andretti Autosport dials it in!

By John Goreham May 20 2016 - 12:51pm

2016 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4 SEL vs. Toyota Highlander LE Plus - 3 Rows For Under $35K

We compare the Mitsubishi Outlander SEL and Toyota Highlander LE Plus, 3-row crossovers for those on a budget.

By Will Maley May 20 2016 - 9:56am

Audi Powers Up A6 and A7 For 2017

Around the summertime, we begin hearing about changes automakers are planning for the upcoming model year. Usually, it means some changes in terms of features or pricing. But once in awhile, a surprise comes up that makes a car better.

By Jason Cobb May 20 2016 - 9:38am

Why I am proud to be a Tesla Owner

Tesla announces "we will never be a company that by our action does, or by our inaction allows, the wrong thing to happen just to save money."

By Denis Flierl May 20 2016 - 8:21am

Review: 10 Things You’ll Want to Know Before You Buy the BMW M2

You’ve read plenty about how the new BMW M2 Coupe is a monster on the track and it’s true. Should you consider the M2 for a daily driver?

By Denis Flierl May 20 2016 - 7:32am

2017 Subaru Forester Gets Small Price Bump With More Sizzle

Subaru announces pricing on the 2017 Forester. How much do all the new upgrades increase the price?

1991 Nissan Figaro, Nissan, Highway Earth

By Denis Flierl May 20 2016 - 7:04am

Ugliest Nissan Ever Wins Photo Shoot Magazine Cover

Have you ever wanted a rare 1991 Nissan Figaro? We didn’t think so.

By John Goreham May 19 2016 - 6:08pm

BMW’s i3 CARB-compliant Range Extender Lands It In Legal Trouble

The gasoline generator in the BMW electric car has always had its detractors. Now it is the subject of a lawsuit.

By Patrick Rall May 19 2016 - 5:05pm

Carbon Fiber Wheels Coming to the Corvette, Camaro and Cadillac V-Series

The new Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang shocked the world when it became the most affordable production road car to receive carbon fiber wheels, but based on a report from Autoblog – some of General Motors’ best and brightest performance cars will soon have similar lightweight rollers.

By Patrick Rall May 19 2016 - 1:10pm

Dealers State Hellcat Challenger, Charger are Nearing Their End

According to a few dealership employees around the country, the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat are within their final year of production – but I don’t believe for one second that this is anything more than unscrupulous car salespeople trying to bolster sales.

The San Antonio Plant is closed and Toyota Tacoma Production Halted.

By John Goreham May 19 2016 - 11:01am

2016 Toyota Tacoma Pickup Truck Production Shut Down For What Reason?

The San Antonio Plant is closed and Toyota Tacoma Production Halted.

By Jason Cobb May 19 2016 - 9:33am

Tesla Raising $1.7 billion will it be enough?

Another piece of the Tesla model 3 puzzle is fitting into place. Tesla filed a Prospectus to offer 9,577,901 shares of common stock that should bring in on the top end $1.7 billion to fund the Model 3 rollout.

By Will Maley May 19 2016 - 9:18am

Rumored: The Roadmap of Genesis

Genesis has said by 2020 they would have a lineup of six vehicles. This includes the G70 compact sedan, G80 midsize sedan, G90 flagship sedan, two SUVs, and a replacement for Genesis coupe. We now have a possible idea of when these vehicles will be debuting.

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