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 Mar 28 2016 - 3:38pm

Hotter Camaro Z/28 Still on the Way

The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 has just been introduced in the flesh at the New York Auto Show, but we can still expect an even hotter 6th gen Camaro in the near future – presumably being the next generation Z/28.

By Will Maley Mar 28 2016 - 3:38pm

Rumored: Land Rover Plans A BMW X6 Fighter

We'll admit we don't see the point of crossover coupes like the BMW X6 or Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe. But automakers see something in it.

By Patrick Rall Mar 28 2016 - 1:53pm

Don't Expect Big Changes for the 2017 Dodge Challenger

As we near the summer of 2016 the of 2017 Dodge Challenger is just around the corner, but despite some rumors floating around the internet, we shouldn’t be expecting big changes for the 2017 model year – although that should be a different story for 2018.

Can a 2016 Mazda Miata Beat a Corvette Stingray On an Autocross Course?

By John Goreham Mar 28 2016 - 11:58am

Can a 2016 Mazda Miata Beat a Corvette Z06 On an Autocross Course?

The surprising answer.

By Will Maley Mar 28 2016 - 10:08am

U.S. Federal Judge Extends Deadline for Volkswagen

In late February, a U.S. gave Volkswagen an ultimatum: By March 24th, they would need to give a status update as to a fix for the illegal diesel vehicles. That date has since passed. What happened?

Subaru mid-engine sports car, New Subaru BRZ

By Denis Flierl Mar 28 2016 - 8:19am

Subaru Chief Says No to Mid-Engine Sports Car Yes to New BRZ

A new mid-engine high-performance sports car rumor is just that, a rumor. Subaru’s Chief Tom Doll says it’s not being developed.

By Denis Flierl Mar 28 2016 - 8:05am

Why BMW 330e iPerformance Won’t Set the World on Fire

BMW just introduced the new 330e iPerformance 3 Series plug-in hybrid. Will it be a popular 3 Series?

By Denis Flierl Mar 28 2016 - 7:43am

Will Subaru WRX STI NBR Crash Stop a Title Repeat?

The 2016 Subaru WRX STI NBR crash won’t stop Subaru Tecnica International. Can they get the car ready in 2 months?

By Parks McCants Mar 25 2016 - 5:22pm

No Hybrid technology for 2017 Acura NSX GT3 Car

For 2017 Acura returns to the world of Grand Prix racing with a slightly modified factory built NSX GT3 race prepared Supercar. This NSX comes with a missing hybrid component or two..

By Patrick Rall Mar 25 2016 - 12:33pm

Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk - Not Trackhawk - Debuts in NYC

A new Jeep Grand Cherokee with the word “hawk” in the name debuted this week at the 2016 New York International Auto Show, but rather than the Hellcat-powered Trackhawk that rumors insisted would debut, the new premium Trailhawk trimline debuted – with your choice of Hemi, Pentastar or Diesel power.

By John Goreham Mar 25 2016 - 11:16am

Mazda MX-5 Miata is 2016 World Car of the Year and Design of the Year

The Mazda MX-5 took home the two most important awards at the New York Auto Show.

By Denis Flierl Mar 25 2016 - 8:46am

Will 5hp Bump Make Much Difference in 2017 Toyota 86?

The 2017 Toyota 86 replaces the outgoing Scion FR-S and gets suspension and power upgrades. Will it make much difference?

By Parks McCants Mar 24 2016 - 8:45pm

2017 Acura MDX presents hybrid SUV luxury and fuel efficiency

The best selling premium 3-row SUV of all time just got better. The most significant change in 2017 Acura MDX is one that you’ll never see.

By Parks McCants Mar 24 2016 - 7:27pm

600 Horsepower 2016 Civic Coupe takes on ‘Global Rallycross’

What more can we say about the Honda Performance Development turbocharged 600 horsepower 2016 Civic Coupe?

By Patrick Rall Mar 24 2016 - 5:32pm

Watch the Hellcat Challenger Go 171mph on Ice

The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat is very, very fast and while it is best known for tearing up the pavement, a team in Sweden recently took the Hellcat Challenger to a top speed competition on a frozen lakebed – with a top speed of 171 miles per hour on solid ice.

By Will Maley Mar 24 2016 - 2:59pm

Genesis Reveals Their First Concept

The Detroit Auto Show was the coming out party for the Genesis brand with the introductions of the G80 and G90. For New York, the brand decided it was time to show off a concept.

By John Goreham Mar 24 2016 - 2:54pm

2017 Toyota Corolla Turns 50 In Style

The Toyota Corolla’s 50th-anniversary edition is worth a look.

By Patrick Rall Mar 24 2016 - 1:53pm

The Lincoln Navigator Concept Shows a Bright Future for the Luxury SUV

Ford Motor Company has used the 2016 New York International Auto Show to show off their new Lincoln Navigator Concept and while this massive SUV has a few aspects that aren’t exactly production friendly – this new Navigator Concept paints a beautiful picture of the future of the large Lincoln SUV.

By Patrick Rall Mar 24 2016 - 1:01pm

2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Comes as a 640hp Convertible, Too

The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is making its grand debut this week at the 2017 New York International Auto Show and as viewers of the morning show Kelly and Michael learned early this morning, the 640 horsepower super Camaro will also be offered as a convertible – including all of the performance goodies of the hardtop with the open-air fun.

By John Goreham Mar 24 2016 - 11:43am

Forget Buying a Tesla Model 3 in 2017 Unless You Fit This Narrow Profile

Even before the new Model 3 has been revealed Tesla is starting to hint that you won’t be able to get one this year or next year.

By Will Maley Mar 24 2016 - 9:56am

The Three Flavors of Hyundai Ioniq Arrive In New York

After making appearances in South Korea and Geneva, Hyundai brought the 2017 Ioniq lineup to New York for its North American debut.

By Will Maley Mar 24 2016 - 9:23am

Audi Cuts the Roof Off the R8

It was going to happen sooner or later; a drop-top version of the Audi R8.

By Denis Flierl Mar 24 2016 - 8:16am

10 Improvements to Look For on New Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport

Subaru introduced new 2017 Impreza 2.0i Sport models at the New York Auto Show. Why will they be for driving enthusiasts?

By Patrick Rall Mar 23 2016 - 4:31pm

2016 Ford Mustang GT Fails Australian Police Car Trial

A few weeks back we brought you the news that the 2016 Ford Mustang GT was being considered for the next police pursuit vehicles for the New South Wales police, but it seems that a mechanical issue during testing has forced the police to remove the Mustang from their consideration process.

By Will Maley Mar 23 2016 - 4:23pm

Kia Makes the Full-Size Sedan Relevant Again With the 2017 Cadenza

The full-size sedan class is one that carries one without many changes. But whenever an automaker introduces a redesigned or an all-new model, people take notice.

By Patrick Rall Mar 23 2016 - 4:00pm

Corvette Racing Goes 2-for-2 in 2016, Wins 2nd Straight Sebring Race

The Corvette Racing team took the GTLM class win at the 12 Hours of Sebring endurance race this past weekend, winning the 12-hour battle for the second straight year and backing up their season-opening win at Daytona with back to back wins in the Sunshine State.

Go Mango Challenger Shaker and Charger RT

By Patrick Rall Mar 23 2016 - 3:18pm

More Dodge Challenger, Charger Models Get Go Mango

After offering the new Go Mango exterior color on the 2016 Dodge Challenger and Charger exclusively in SRT 392 or SRT Hellcat form, the Chrysler Group has decided to begin offering this deep metallic orange hue on more trimlines – including the SXT, the R/T, Scat Pack and Shaker packages starting later this spring.