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.

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By Will Maley Jan 13 2016 - 3:46pm

Audi's A4 Surprise At the Detroit Auto Show

We knew that Audi would be showing off the 2017 A4 sedan for its North American debut this week. We weren't expecting the German automaker to also a world debut of a new A4 variant.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 13 2016 - 3:10pm

Chevrolet Bolt EV Packs 200hp, 266tq and 200 Miles of Electric Range

The new Chevrolet Bolt EV made its formal production debut earlier this week at the 2016 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, bringing us the full details on the industry’s most capable, affordable electric vehicle.

By Parks McCants G+ Jan 13 2016 - 2:54pm

2017 NSX inspired Acura Precision Concept presents beauty without the beak

First impressions often capture our interest in a specific car, in this case Acura has our attention.

By John Goreham G+ Jan 13 2016 - 2:33pm

Why non-car people just chose the 2015 Mazda3 as a Best New Car

Not every person who drives is a car nut. Here’s why Good Housekeeping loved the 2015 Mazda3.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 13 2016 - 12:15pm

Ford Rolls Out a SuperCrew Raptor F150 in Detroit, Still No Power Numbers

Ford Motor Company introduced a new SuperCrew version of the 2017 Raptor F150 at this week’s Detroit Auto Show, but they still haven’t offered up all of the vital specs on the newest high performance SVT pickup.

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By Will Maley Jan 13 2016 - 10:41am

Hyundai's US CEO Indicates the Santa Cruze Concept Has Been Green Lighted

Ever since Hyundai revealed the Santa Cruz concept at last year's Detroit Auto Show, U.S. executives have been hoping to get the green light from the South Korean home base to begin work on a production model.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 13 2016 - 10:21am

Jeep CEO Confirms Hellcat Jeep by End of 2017

After more than a year of speculation, Jeep CEO Mike Manley has confirmed there will be a Hellcat Hemi powered Grand Cherokee SRT by the end of the 2017 calendar year and if this supercharged SUV has the same 707hp as the Challenger and Charger, it will be the most powerful vehicle of its type in the world.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 13 2016 - 8:08am

Watch Subaru Outback get driven hard like a WRX STI rally car

The 2016 Subaru Outback is a great city car for families, but what about serious recreation? Watch it get driven like an STI rally car.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 13 2016 - 7:36am

5 reasons why BMW M2 stands for Momentum

The BMW M2 just made its global debut in Detroit and it will be a key M model for the brand. Why is BMW M GmbH experiencing such tremendous success?

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 12 2016 - 1:38pm

2015 Mustang, 2017 Raptor F150 Lego Kits Debut in Detroit

Ford Motor Company announced today at the Detroit Auto Show that the 2015-2016 Mustang and the 2017 Raptor F150 will go on sale in Lego form in March – with both of these cars joining the Lego Speed Champions collection.

By John Goreham G+ Jan 12 2016 - 1:30pm

Does the 2017 Lexus LC 500 name leave room for an LC F?

Lexus' naming convention leads us to believe that LC 500 may not be the top-spec LC.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 12 2016 - 1:12pm

The Buick Avista is a Stunning High Class Camaro with TT Power

It has been many moons since the Buick brand has offered up a 2-door car, but the debut of the new Camaro-based Avista Concept at the 2016 North American International Auto Show is clear proof that General Motors has at least considered a new Buick coupe.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 12 2016 - 11:35am

Fisker's Force Packs 745 Dodge Viper Horsepower

Henrik Fisker and Bob Lutz have teamed up to create a unique new American supercar with a custom carbon fiber body wrapped around a Dodge Viper chassis and drivetrain – with 745 horsepower leading to a top speed of 218 miles per hour.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 12 2016 - 7:55am

Subaru WRX/STI sets records in 3 global markets

The 2016 Subaru WRX and WRX STI are popular with performance enthusiasts all over the globe. They help the brand set new records in three global markets.

By John Goreham G+ Jan 12 2016 - 7:24am

Why Toyota just dropped $20 million on a 2016 Prius commercial

The Superbowl is the top TV sports event of the year, and Prius is the top selling green car.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 12 2016 - 6:10am

New M2 makes global debut in Detroit: BMW announces pricing

The 2016 BMW M2 makes its official world debut at the North American International Auto Show. How much will it cost?

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By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 11 2016 - 7:15pm

Dodge Challenger and Charger Plum Crazy Purple Sales Extended, New Stripes Added

The 2016 Dodge Challenger and 2016 Dodge Charger in Plum Crazy purple proven to be so popular that the Chrysler Group management has decided to extend the order window for this striking exterior shade through the end of this month for most models – from the V6 SCT Plus to the 707hp Hellcat packages.

By Parks McCants G+ Jan 11 2016 - 1:55pm

2017 Honda Ridgeline Ultimate Tailgate Party Platform

With the introduction of 2017 Ridgeline Pickup, Honda comes to the game with the ultimate tailgate party platform.

All-New 2017 LC 500 Luxury Performance Coupe Says Goodbye To Boring

By John Goreham G+ Jan 11 2016 - 1:50pm

All-New 2017 Lexus LC 500 Luxury Performance Coupe Says Goodbye To Boring

The 2017 Lexus LC 500 will be Lexus Flagship Coupe.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 11 2016 - 8:42am

If you want to stand out don’t buy the BMW 3 Series

BMW 3 Series is the most researched car for 2015. If you want to stand out it’s not the car for you.

2016 Toyota Tacoma Beats Chevy Colorado Duramax Diesel

By John Goreham G+ Jan 11 2016 - 8:34am

2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Just Beat Chevy Colorado for 4X4 of the Year

Petersen’s 4-Wheel and Off-Road 4X4 puts Toyota Tacoma ahead of Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Duramax Diesel.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 11 2016 - 8:15am

Subaru settles in oil consumption lawsuit

Subaru has agreed to settle in the oil consumption lawsuit filed against them in 2014. What will Forester, Outback and Crosstrek owners get in return?

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 10 2016 - 3:37pm

TorqueNews Best of 2015 - The List

Over the past six days, the writers here at TorqueNews have offered up their favorite vehicles from 2015 including the BMW M4, the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, the VW Golf GTI, the Acura RLX Sport Hybrid, the Alfa Romeo 4C and the new Mazda Miata.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 10 2016 - 7:50am

First BMW M2 images emerge ahead of NAIAS

On the eve of the 2016 BMW M2 world debut, the first photo of the performance coupe is here.

By Shannon Harris Jan 9 2016 - 9:13am

Meeting up with Ford Mustangs at the Coast

One of my Mustang friends, Whit Clark, had this to share about our time at the coast:

"If you live in the southern most parts of Louisiana and Mississippi you know all to well that each year there's one car event you plan your whole year around and can't wait to indulge yourself in the fine colors and sounds of Cruisin the Coast. Especially if your a Ford Mustang fan. Our Facebook group Stang Driven created by Shannon and Wendy decided to experience this event among a few other members as well.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 9 2016 - 6:18am

TorqueNews Best of 2015 - BMW M4: 4 reasons you shouldn’t buy one

The Torque News Best Cars of the Year are all about getting your heart rate up. The BMW M4 will give you a heart attack.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 8 2016 - 4:22pm

Hennessey Adds Power to the Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang without Adding Weight

The 2015/2016 Ford Shelby GT350 was designed to be the ultimate road racing muscle car so when building up the new Shelby Mustang, the folks at Hennessey aimed to add power without adding weight over the front end and they succeeded – lifting the output to 575 horsepower and 511lb-ft of torque through exhaust and tuning efforts.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 8 2016 - 12:57pm

#4 Corvette Bursts into Flames on Track in Daytona

The first practice session for the Roar Before the Rolex 24 kicked off this morning, but the #4 Corvette driven by Tommy Milner didn’t get off to the start that the team had hoped – with the car being carted off of the track on the wrecker after the car burst into flames on the track.

By Will Maley Jan 8 2016 - 12:30pm

North American Introduction of Next Audi A4 To Happen In Detroit

Audi has been keeping quiet on the details for the next-generation A4 for North America since introducing it last summer. But the German automaker is spilling the beans next week at the Detroit Auto Show.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 8 2016 - 10:22am

TorqueNews Best of 2015: The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

After driving scores of new cars, trucks and SUVs in 2015, my top vehicle of the year was the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat.

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