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 May 5 2016 - 12:22pm

Ram is the Official Truck of the 142nd Kentucky Derby

The 142nd running of the Kentucky Derby is this weekend and whether you watch the race on TV or attend in person, the Ram Truck brand will be prominently featured as the exclusive automotive partner of the Kentucky Derby and Churchill Downs.

By Will Maley May 5 2016 - 11:12am

Volvo's S60 Cross Country Is Now A Rarity In Great Britain

Despite going on sale last year, Volvo has decided to pull the S60 Cross Country from the United Kingdom due to poor sales.

By Jason Cobb May 5 2016 - 9:51am

Tesla Needs 3 Pieces Before 500K Model 3s Roll Off The Production Line

Tesla confirms they are on track to deliver the Model 3 in late 2017 and increase their production capacity to 500,000 vehicles by 2018.

By Will Maley May 5 2016 - 9:51am

Rumored: The Jaguar XF Wagon Lives?!

It was only a few weeks ago that we reported that Jaguar was getting out of the wagon game.

By Patrick Rall May 4 2016 - 2:32pm

Hellcat Challengers and the Viper ACR Shine in the Bondurant Promo Video

Last week I was lucky enough to drive the Dodge Viper, the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat and a handful of other high performance Dodge vehicles at the Bondurant and today, I bring you a look at the awesome promotional video that we were shown prior to the beginning of our pre-race classroom session.

By John Goreham May 4 2016 - 2:03pm

2016 Lexus RX 450h Is the Green Vehicle of Texas

Lexus RX 450h hybrid takes home the win at the annual roundup.

By Jason Cobb May 4 2016 - 1:35pm

Tesla bumping up its smallest battery to 75kWh, but stops short of providing one factor

A Tesla spokesperson confirmed that a 75kWh battery will be available for the Tesla Model S in the future, however stopping short of providing a timeline for the release.

Toyota's 2016 Shifting Focus To Crossovers and Compact Trucks

By John Goreham May 4 2016 - 11:47am

Toyota's 2016 Sales Genius - Shifting Focus To Crossovers and Compact Trucks

Toyota shows that sometimes success is all about showing up with the right product.

By Jason Cobb May 4 2016 - 11:42am

Tesla Proves BioWeapon Defense Mode is true to its word

When the Model X was introduced in September of last year Tesla CEO Elon Musk got on stage and spent an abundance of time discussing a concept no one predicted would be a feature on the upcoming all electric SUV; BioWepon Defense Mode.

By Patrick Rall May 4 2016 - 11:41am

Amid Sales Slump Corvette Still Outsells Competitors from Porsche, Lexus

The Chevrolet Corvette has seen its slowest start to the year, down 20% through April 2016, but even with this slight downturn in sales, C7 Corvette is still comfortably outselling the top competitors from Lexus and Porsche – selling more units than the Lexus RC and all of the Porsche cars combined.

By Patrick Rall May 4 2016 - 11:02am

2017 Ford F150 Gets a More Powerful EcoBoost V6, 10-Speed Transmission

Ford has announced that the 2017 F150 is getting a new 3.5L EcoBoost V6 and the new 10-speed automatic transmission which was first introduced for the new Raptor high performance pickup – but the new 10-speed is only available with the new EcoBoost V6.

By Will Maley May 4 2016 - 8:30am

This Volkswagen GTI Can Lap the Nordschleife In Under 8 Minutes

It is an impressive feat when a Volkswagen GTI, a front-wheel drive hot hatch, can lap the infamous Nürburgring racetrack under eight minutes. The even better part is you can buy this particular GTI.

By Patrick Rall May 3 2016 - 4:49pm

Every 2017 Camaro Increases by $605, 50th Anniversary Package Priced

Unofficial pricing for the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro has hit the internet and based on the leaked dealership information, every trimline for the new model year will cost $605 more than they do for the current (2016) Camaro lineup.

2016 Toyota Tacoma vs. Chevy Colorado - Sales

By John Goreham May 3 2016 - 3:16pm

2016 Toyota Tacoma Sales Hit New Peak, Still Ahead of Chevy Colorado

Although the GM trucks did very well, Toyota’s new capacity puts Tacoma way ahead.

2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat in Plum Crazy

By Patrick Rall May 3 2016 - 2:33pm

Dodge Challenger Posts 4th Best Month as Trucks, Vans and SUVs Boom

April 2016 marked the 73rd consecutive month of year over year sales growth for the Chrysler Group brands and while the 4th best month ever for the Dodge Challenger may have been a highlight – the success of the company in April was due largely to the trucks, SUVs and minivans.

By Patrick Rall May 3 2016 - 1:15pm

Ford Mustang Beats Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger in April Sales

For the 4th time this year and the 18th consecutive month, the Ford Mustang has outsold the Chevrolet Camaro and the Dodge Challenger, making the Mustang the bestselling sporty car in America as the new model continues its domination of the global performance car sales.

2010-2011 Subaru Outback, lighting failures

By Denis Flierl May 3 2016 - 4:11am

Is Subaru Covering Up Outback Lighting Failures?

A lawsuit filed against Subaru says 2010-2011 Outback models are experiencing failures of exterior lighting. Is Subaru covering it up?

By Denis Flierl May 3 2016 - 3:54am

5 Reasons Why Forester is Winning Over Crossover Buyers Worldwide

Subaru is a popular brand in Russia. Why do they think Forester is the Best Compact SUV?

By Patrick Rall May 2 2016 - 3:54pm

Riding in the Dodge Viper ACR with LeMans Champ Justin Bell

While attending the SRT Experience at Bondurant Racing School last week, I had a chance to go for a ride with LeMans champion Justin Bell in the new Dodge Viper ACR around the 1.6 mile road course – and the legendary racer had great things to say about the record-setting Mopar supercar.

By Patrick Rall May 2 2016 - 3:04pm

Ford Rolls Out the 1st in a Series of F150 Raptor Videos

We still don’t know a great many things about the 2017 Ford F150 Raptor, including the engine output, the price or when it will actually reach dealerships, but the Motor Company has launched the first of six videos showing off different features of the new high performance pickup truck.

By Patrick Rall May 2 2016 - 12:11pm

Corvette Grand Sport is Bargain Priced from $66,445

The 2017 Grand Sport will be the most track capable Corvette Stingray for the new model year and with a price starting at $66,445, this new road-handling package is only $10k more than the base model Stingray – while being only a couple grand more than a Corvette 1LT built to go fast.

Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo Concept At the 2012 Paris Motor Show

By Will Maley May 2 2016 - 11:58am

Next-Generation Porsche Panamera To Get A New Body Style and It's Coming to the U.S.

Porsche has been teasing us for few years with the idea of a Panamera wagon. It was first shown at the 2012 Paris Motor Show as the Panamera Sport Turismo concept. Then numerous spy shots showed that Porsche was possibly considering it. Now a Porsche executive has confirmed that a Panamera wagon is real and is coming to the U.S.

Fiat’s 124 Spider Prices For 2017 Are Surprising

By John Goreham May 2 2016 - 10:19am

Fiat’s Just-Released 124 Spider Prices For 2017 Are Surprising

Fiat is clearly looking for volume with these prices.

By Will Maley May 2 2016 - 9:13am

Audi Announces SQ7 TDI Pricing For Europe

Only a couple months ago, Audi introduced to the world the SQ7 TDI. This model packed a 4.0L TDI V8 with 435 horsepower and 664 pound-feet, along with some clever tech. Now we have the pricing information for the SQ7 TDI for Europe.

2016 BMW M2 Coupe, launches in Indonesia

By Denis Flierl May 2 2016 - 8:14am

BMW M2 Comes with a High Price Tag in Indonesia

The global BMW M2 just launched in Indonesia. How much does the performance coupe cost?

2016 Subaru WRX, 2016 Subaru WRX STI, New HID Hawkeye headlights

By Denis Flierl May 2 2016 - 7:57am

Not All Subaru WRX/STIs Are Created Equal

Not all 2016 Subaru WRX/STI models are created equal in the global market. What do South Africa models get that US models don’t?

By Will Maley May 1 2016 - 10:47am

Porsche Plans A Restoration of A Special 924

2016 marks the fortieth anniversary of one of the most underrated Porsche models, the 924. This model was the first production Porsche model to feature a water-cooled engine and would be the precursor to the 944 and 968. To celebrate this milestone, Porsche is undertaking a restoration project on a special 924.

Nissan NV Cargo van, drifting like a Nissan GT-R

By Denis Flierl May 1 2016 - 7:45am

Watch Chris Forsberg Drift A Nissan NV Cargo Van [Video]

Can a Nissan NV Cargo van drift like a Nissan GT-R or 370Z? Pro driver Chris Forsberg gives it a try.

By Denis Flierl May 1 2016 - 7:30am

5 Reasons Why Subaru Outback is Hottest-Selling Car in U.S.

The 2016 Subaru Outback is moving off dealer lots quicker than any other car in the US. How long does it hang around?

By Parks McCants Apr 30 2016 - 3:57pm

Honda’s Acura Division celebrates 30 years as a U.S. brand

The last week in April marks the 30th Anniversary of Honda’s Acura Division, a mostly ”made in America” premium car and light truck brand that continues to buck the automotive trend.

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