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 Feb 17 2016 - 11:37am

2017 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Gets Standard Track Package Goodies

According to the Mustang gurus at Mustang6G.com, the 2017 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang will get some key components of the current Track Package as standard equipment while introducing two new gadget packages – including one for the higher performance GT350R.

By Will Maley Feb 17 2016 - 9:52am

Audi Teases Their Other Geneva Showing

Audi has already announced they'll being showing a more potent version of the RS Q3 next month at the Geneva Motor Show. But there is another vehicle the German automaker will be bringing.

By Patrick Rall Feb 17 2016 - 9:08am

Proposed EPA Laws on Race Cars Would Be a Brutal Waste of Tax Dollars

The EPA is reportedly working on stricter punishments for those vehicle owners who remove the emissions control components for racing purposes and if this legislation goes through, it will be nothing more than another brutal waste of taxpayer dollars – as it will be impossible to enforce a law like the one proposed.

By Denis Flierl Feb 17 2016 - 8:54am

New BMW M2 Is Much More Than a Track Star

It was the press launch of the new BMW M2. BMW shows it’s a sports car for city, highway and track.

By Patrick Rall Feb 16 2016 - 4:56pm

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra Gets a Little Better, a Little Prettier

I recently had a chance to spend a day driving the 2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited and I can say that while the new Elantra doesn’t perform all that differently from the previous models – it has gotten a little better and a little prettier with the next generation.

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By Will Maley Feb 16 2016 - 2:29pm

Jaguar Says No A To Model Smaller Than the XE for the Time Being

Luxury manufacturers are going quite small to bring in new buyers. But Jaguar isn't going to be following this for the time being.

By John Goreham Feb 16 2016 - 2:13pm

2016 Mazda Miata Club Plus Bridgestone Blizzaks Equals Fun

Rear wheel drive is no good in snow, right? Wrong.

By Parks McCants Feb 16 2016 - 1:31pm

Base model 2016 Honda HR-V EX Surprises

After driving every car, crossover and SUV in the Honda, Acura lineup, I had one bridge to cross. I’d yet to experience the bare-bones 2016 HR-V front-wheel-drive CVT.

By Patrick Rall Feb 16 2016 - 12:50pm

The Ford Mustang Outsold All Electric Vehicles Combined in 2015

The Ford Mustang had its best sales year in many moons in 2015, literally outselling the entire electric vehicle segment and reminding us that while there are people around the country who care about not using gasoline – high performance still reigns supreme in the good ol’ USA.

By Patrick Rall Feb 16 2016 - 12:14pm

Capps and His Dodge Charger Win 2016 NHRA Opener

Ron Capps and his NAPA Dodge Charger started off the 2016 NHRA drag racing season with a big win over 2015 champ Del Worsham, while Fast Jack Beckman earned his nickname as he once again turned in the fastest run of the entire event with a 3.888 at 326.16 miles per hour.

By Patrick Rall Feb 16 2016 - 11:27am

World's Quickest 2016 Camaro Goes 9.63 at 139mph

Earlier this year we featured the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS built by RPM Motorsports when they turned in a 10.00 quarter mile run and today, we have that same Camaro laying down the fastest track time we have seen for the 6th gen muscle car – running a 9.63 at 139 miles per hour and staking its claim as the quickest 2016 Camaro in the world.

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By Will Maley Feb 16 2016 - 9:58am

An Internal Letter Warned Volkswagen's Managers About the U.S. Probe Into Their Diesels

The underlying question that seems to be asked with every story dealing with the Volkswagen diesel emission scandal is, could it get any worse? Over the weekend, it did.

By Denis Flierl Feb 16 2016 - 7:37am

Subaru WRX STI Needs To Be Experienced On the Track [Video]

How do you fully experience the 2016 Subaru WRX STI? At the iconic Mount Panorama, Bathurst race track in Australia.

By John Goreham Feb 15 2016 - 8:14pm

Lexus Will Display Two New Green Flagships At Geneva Show

Lexus isn’t playing the same game other automakers are.

By John Goreham Feb 15 2016 - 4:51pm

2016 Lexus RX 350 - The Safest & Best 5-Year Cost To Own Vehicle In Its Class

KBB says the RX 350 has the best cost to own.

By Parks McCants Feb 15 2016 - 12:56pm

2016 Civic Sedan tops KBB.com’s ‘Best Family Cars of 2016’

What makes 2016 Civic Sedan a “ KBB.Com “Best Family Car of 2016?”

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By Will Maley Feb 15 2016 - 10:06am

Rumored: New Trademarks Hint At Possible EVs for Jaguar and Land Rover

It seems everyone is working on an electric vehicle of some kind. Jaguar and Land Rover are no exception to this.

By Denis Flierl Feb 15 2016 - 8:46am

4 Reasons Why the BMW X1 Sets the World On Fire

U.S. News & World Report ranks the new 2016 BMW X1 the Best Car in the Luxury Subcompact SUV Class. Why is it so popular?

By Denis Flierl Feb 15 2016 - 7:52am

5 Reasons Why Fans Are Disappointed In the New WRX/STI

The Subaru Impreza 5-Door Concept rolls out at the Chicago Auto Show. Where’s the 5-Door STI?

By Denis Flierl Feb 14 2016 - 7:16am

Hear the BMW M2 MotoGP Engine Roar [Video]

Listen to the 2016 BMW M2 MotoGP safety car as it gets ready for the race season.

By Denis Flierl Feb 14 2016 - 7:05am

The Fuel-Stingy 2016 Crosstrek You Won’t Find in U.S. Showrooms

You can buy a 2.0-liter gas boxer 2016 Subaru Crosstrek in the U.S., but not the fuel-stingy 2.0-liter turbodiesel. What 3 things set it apart?

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By Will Maley Feb 13 2016 - 12:07pm

What Makes This Lamborghini Going On The Auction Block So Special?

Seeing a Lamborghini Diablo going up on the auction is nothing really special. But this particular Diablo possibly has a special story.

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By Will Maley Feb 13 2016 - 11:36am

The Under 90 Second History of the 911

Trying to summarize the 50 plus year history of the Porsche 911 is a huge ask for anyone. Doing it in 90 seconds seems impossible.

2016 Pure Red Special Edition Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Feb 13 2016 - 9:15am

This 2016 Subaru Crosstrek Will Make You See Red [Full Gallery]

The 2016 Pure Red Special Edition Subaru Crosstrek broke cover at the Chicago Auto Show this week. Check out the full gallery.

By Denis Flierl Feb 13 2016 - 7:00am

Historic Subaru Impreza WRX STI WRC Car is For Sale Now [video]

How would you like to own a piece of WRC history? This historic Subaru WRX STI is for sale and was driven by Colin McRae and Petter Holberg.

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By Will Maley Feb 12 2016 - 11:43am

Mercedes-Benz Introduces A Sprinter for the Worker

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is considered one of the best cargo vans on sale today. One problem that drives a number of people away from the Sprinter is the high starting price of $37,490. But Mercedes-Benz has a solution and they revealed it yesterday at Chicago Auto Show.

By John Goreham Feb 12 2016 - 11:24am

2016 Toyota Highlander Just Keeps Winning Awards

This week, the Highlander won two awards. Here’s why.

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By Will Maley Feb 12 2016 - 9:42am

Kia Introduces Their First Dedicated Hybrid

Kia has offered a hybrid version of the Optima sedan for a few years now. But they never had a model that was built solely as a hybrid. That changed yesterday at the Chicago Auto Show as Kia pulled the covers off a new dedicated hybrid model.