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 Apr 20 2016 - 1:36pm

The Ford Mustang was the Bestselling Sports Coupe in the World in 2015

Based on the huge demand for the new 2015 Ford Mustang, we had figured that the original pony car was the bestselling sports car in the world last year, but today Ford Motor Company confirmed that for the 2015 calendar year, the mighty Mustang was the bestselling sports coupe in the world.

By John Goreham Apr 20 2016 - 11:15am

Gen3 Lexus IS Sports Sedan Accomplishments - A Look Back

The 2017 Lexus IS Sports Sedan arrives next week. Let’s take a moment and count the many significant accomplishments of the 3rd-generation Lexus IS.

By Will Maley Apr 20 2016 - 9:26am

Porsche Gets Into the Mobility Program With Their Own Twist

As automakers begin to look the future, there is a change in how vehicle ownership is handled.

2016 Subaru Levorg, Subaru BMR Levorg Racing Team

By Denis Flierl Apr 20 2016 - 8:21am

Subaru Levorg Catches Fire at Donington

Subaru’s BMR Levorg Racing team made progress and learned lessons during the second race of the BTCC season. Why did one car burst into flames?

BMW M2 Coupe, BMW Cruise M Bike Limited Edition

By Denis Flierl Apr 20 2016 - 7:38am

Why BMW M2 Needs a Bike Rack Accessory

Because of the new Cruise M Bike Limited Edition, BMW M now needs a bike rack accessory for the new M2 Coupe.

2017 Lexus IS sports sedan is coming in a week

By John Goreham Apr 19 2016 - 4:59pm

New 2017 Lexus IS-Series – What Are You Hoping To See?

The all-new 2017 Lexus IS sports sedan is coming in a week. What’s on your wish list?

By Patrick Rall Apr 19 2016 - 2:36pm

Hellcat Challenger, Charger are Becoming Readily Available Nationwide

fter speaking with a few dealership representatives around the country, it appears as though the Dodge Challenger and Charger with the Hellcat engine is readily available in many parts of the United States – and in many cases, there is no markup.

By Patrick Rall Apr 19 2016 - 1:01pm

2017 Camaro SS to Lead 100th Indy 500 Field

A new Chevrolet Camaro SS 50th Anniversary edition will serve as the official pace car for the 2016 Indianapolis 500 with legendary team owner Roger Penske at the wheel – marking the 5th time in the past 7 years where a Camaro has been the Indy 500 pace car.

By Will Maley Apr 19 2016 - 10:37am

Jaguar Gets Out of the Wagon Game

If you were hoping that Jaguar would do a wagon of the new XF or XE, we have some bad news for you.

2015 Tesla Model S 70D was named Green Car of the Year

By John Goreham Apr 19 2016 - 9:15am

2015 Tesla Model S 70D is AAA Green Car of the Year

2016 Tesla Model S 70D takes three top green car prizes from AAA.

By Denis Flierl Apr 19 2016 - 8:44am

3 Firsts For the New BMW M2

BMW is attracting new fans to the M2 Coupe with a number of marketing firsts.

2016 Subaru WRX, 2016 Subaru WRX STI production

By Denis Flierl Apr 19 2016 - 7:31am

Japan Earthquakes Won’t Effect Subaru WRX STI Production

Two powerful earthquakes struck Kumamoto in south-western Japan. It is affecting automakers Toyota and Honda but not Subaru.

By John Goreham Apr 18 2016 - 5:46pm

2016 Toyota Camry and Avalon Recalled- Airbags Again

Camry and Avalon may have problems with airbag sensors.

By Patrick Rall Apr 18 2016 - 3:31pm

Dodge Durango SRT Coming Possibly without Hellcat Power

Rumors of a high performance Dodge Durango SRT have been rekindled by spyshots showing a test vehicle with a new, more aggressive front fascia which many believe will be a Hellcat Durango – but one of the insiders from Allpar suggests that the SRT Durango will pack the 392 cubic inch Hemi rather than the Hellcat Hemi.

By Patrick Rall Apr 18 2016 - 2:29pm

Dirty Porsche Teamwork Costs Corvette Racing the Long Beach Win

After the #4 Chevrolet Corvette C7.R appeared to be the car to beat in the GT LeMans class this past weekend in the Grand Prix at Long Beach, a dirty move by one of the Porsche North America team cars forced Corvette Racing to settle for 2nd with the car piloted by Tommy Milner and Oliver Gavin.

By Patrick Rall Apr 18 2016 - 1:30pm

Happy 52nd Birthday to the Ford Mustang, America's Longest Running Sports Car

On this day 52 years ago, more than 22,000 people had purchased the new Ford Mustang which had been formally introduced at the World’s Fair on April 17th, 1964 – marking the start of the longest-running car and one of the most famous American cars in the history of the industry.

By John Goreham Apr 18 2016 - 1:14pm

Help Mazda’s Drive to 100 and Get $500 Off Your Next Mazda

Mazda’s charitable outreach programs hit overdrive. How you can help and benefit.

By Will Maley Apr 18 2016 - 11:16am

Koenigsegg Returns to the Nürburgring

Last year, Koenigsegg announced they would be tackling the Nürburgring lap record with the One:1, a model that has a one to one ratio of horsepower to kilogram, making it the most powerful production car in the world at the time. But those plans were scrapped.

By Will Maley Apr 18 2016 - 9:31am

A Front-Wheel Drive Mercedes-Benz Roadster?

As Mercedes-Benz begins to reduce the number of architectures it uses for their vehicles, an interesting question pops up: Could Mercedes-Benz do a front-wheel drive roadster?

By Denis Flierl Apr 18 2016 - 7:58am

Watch Airplane Worker Win New 2016 Subaru WRX STI [Video]

Watch as an airplane worker in the UK wins a new 2016 Subaru WRX STI.

By Denis Flierl Apr 18 2016 - 7:39am

What do Gigi And the New BMW M2 Have in Common? [Video]

Can you keep your eyes on Gigi in the new 2016 BMW M2 Coupe?

By Will Maley Apr 16 2016 - 10:24am

A Distinctive Porsche 959 Goes Up for Sale

Porsche never built a 959 cabriolet during its short production run in the eighties. But that doesn't mean this idea hasn't become real.

2016 Subaru Crosstrek Special Edition in “Pure Red”

By Denis Flierl Apr 16 2016 - 7:18am

Subaru Crosstrek Special Edition in “Pure Red” Arrives This Summer

Subaru announced pricing on the new 2016 Subaru Crosstrek Special Edition in “Pure Red”. What does $25,595 get you?

2016 Lexus RX named to Ward's 10-Best Interiors List

By John Goreham Apr 15 2016 - 2:46pm

See Why the 2016 Lexus RX was just named to Ward's 10-Best Interiors List

Lexus RX 350 and RX 450h have an award winning interior. Here’s why.

By Denis Flierl Apr 15 2016 - 2:42pm

2017 Subaru WRX/STI Pricing and 5 New Features Announced

The 2017 Subaru WRX and WRX STI pricing and new upgrades are announced.

By Patrick Rall Apr 15 2016 - 1:37pm

Ford Mustang Sold Out Through 2017 in South Africa - Another RHD Market Success

The new Ford Mustang is the first ever to be sold in South Africa with the preferred right hand drive configuration and like every other RHD market that has just gotten the new Mustang – the American muscle car is sold out well into the foreseeable future.

By Parks McCants Apr 15 2016 - 12:50pm

Segment sales leader Acura ILX returns unchanged for 2017

Looking to the numbers, Acura ILX sales are up 40% in 2016, with sales momentum expected to continue into 2017 and beyond. Hey, if it’s not broken why fix it?