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 Aaron Turpen Jan 28 2016 - 7:00pm

Nissan Micra Cup 2016 Calendar and Car Design Revealed

The Nissan Micra Cup 2016 race series will begin in May and run through September, according to the official calendar release this week. The calendar now expands out of Quebec to include Ontario as well. Nissan also announced a new Micra Cup Limited Edition consumer trim for the 2016 model year.

By Parks McCants Jan 28 2016 - 6:28pm

RealTime Racing Acura TLX GT drops AWD for 2016 Pirelli World Challenge

A big “set-up” change for the 2016 Pirelli World Challenge will level the field a bit for Acura TLX GT

By Patrick Rall Jan 28 2016 - 3:17pm

Mid-Engine Corvette to be Confirmed in 2016

Although GM execs have gone on the record insisting that there is no mid-engine Corvette being developed, the folks at CorvetteForum.com have inside information insisting that the mid-engine Corvette – or Zora, as it may be called – will be revealed in some manner during the 2016 calendar year.

By Patrick Rall Jan 28 2016 - 1:23pm

Start/Stop Technology in the Ford F150 Should Be Embraced

Ford Motor Company has announced that all 2017 F150 pickups with an EcoBoost engine and while some people will complain about too much technology increasing the cost to consumers – this is a simple technology that is spreading across the industry, and it should be embraced.

By Patrick Rall Jan 28 2016 - 11:52am

The Dodge Challenger Could Soon be Chrysler's Smallest Car - Seriously

Chrysler Group CEO Sergio Marchionne recently stated that the Dodge Dart and the Chrysler 200 are on their way out of the lineup and if that proves to be true, the Dodge Challenger will be the smallest car in the Chrysler Group core brands – which is a pretty outrageous thing to consider.

By John Goreham Jan 28 2016 - 11:26am

Testing group says forward crash prevention and auto braking could save you

Could save you from injury and also save you money. Here’s how.

Volkswagen T-Roc Concept, T-Roc Concept, Volkswagen, Geneva Motor Show

By Will Maley Jan 28 2016 - 10:09am

Rumored: Volkswagen Showing A Polo-Based Crossover At Geneva

The Geneva Motor Show is just a couple of months away and already we are getting some ideas of what will be shown.

By Denis Flierl Jan 28 2016 - 7:57am

Watch High-Speed Autobahn Run in New BMW M2 [Video]

A new BMW M2 owner takes the new Coupe to the limit on the German Autobahn. Check out the start-up, sound and acceleration. [video].

By Denis Flierl Jan 28 2016 - 6:54am

Lasek Doesn’t Get Keys to the New Subaru WRX STI

Bucky Lasek is ready to drive the Subaru WRX STI in his first-ever stage rally this weekend. It won’t be the 2016 Subaru WRX STI?

By Parks McCants Jan 27 2016 - 6:48pm

77% of all Honda Fit owners surveyed would buy again

What is it about Honda Fit that makes it one of the most popular cars with current owners in Honda’s lineup?

By John Goreham Jan 27 2016 - 4:34pm

Toyota RAV4 Gearing Up To Pass Honda CR-V In Sales In 2016

Honda’s CR-V and Toyota’s RAV4 finished 1-2 in 2015 U.S. sales in the hottest automotive segment. How will this year turn out?

By John Goreham Jan 27 2016 - 2:41pm

Look behind the curtain at the place IIHS does crash testing

The best safety evaluations for American vehicles are not done by your government, but by this group. Here’s where they do it, how they do it, and why.

2017 Porsche 718 Boxster, Porsche 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster

By Will Maley Jan 27 2016 - 10:57am

2017 Porsche 718 Boxster Paves A Turbocharged Future

Since the first-generation Porsche Boxster was first shown 1996, it has been equipped with a flat-six engine. But Porsche has decided to change things up with the 2017 model. Meet the 718 Boxster.

By John Goreham Jan 27 2016 - 8:51am

2016 GMC Sierra All Terrain X Just Took Of-Road Further

The 2016 GMC All Terrain X adds to the already impressive capabilities of the Sierra

By Denis Flierl Jan 27 2016 - 7:55am

Why Subaru WRX/STI #Subielove Will Drive the Brand Into the Future

Most car brands see a big drop in teen interest. Why is Subaru the exception? The WRX/STI is a big reason.

By Will Maley Jan 26 2016 - 4:33pm

Rumored: Kia Planning To Show Production GT This Year

After being shown in concept form at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show and numerous reports saying a production model would be shown, we might actually get a chance to see the production version of the Kia GT.

By Will Maley Jan 26 2016 - 10:11am

Emission Cheating Was An Open Secret At Volkswagen

The emission cheating scandal that Volkswagen finds itself in stretches all the way back to 2006 and was an 'open secret' among a group of employees.

By Denis Flierl Jan 26 2016 - 8:13am

Watch Horrific Crash as BMW M3 Hits a Taxi Broadside [Video]

This video shows how not to drive a high-performance BMW M3. Power and stupid don’t mix well.

2016 Subaru Forester, 2016 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Jan 26 2016 - 7:01am

Study: EyeSight-Equipped Subaru Vehicles Reduce Accidents Significantly

In a recent study, Subaru vehicles equipped with EyeSight were found to reduce accidents significantly. How much difference does EyeSight make?

Audi A6 TDI, Audi, Diesel, Washington D.C.

By Will Maley Jan 25 2016 - 11:50am

Audi's U.S. Chief Believes Diesel Still Has A Place In the U.S.

The Volkswagen diesel emission scandal is still ongoing and has caused many to wonder if diesel still has a place in the U.S.

By John Goreham Jan 25 2016 - 10:54am

Motorweek's 2016 Tesla Model S P90D Test Says 0-60 MPH Takes 4 Seconds

Motorweek’s entirely positive test cannot match other reports’ ludicrous launch times.

Volvo, S60, V60, S60 Polestar, V60 Polestar, Production

By Will Maley Jan 25 2016 - 9:43am

Volvo's Polestar Division Working On Hotted-Up Plug-In Hybrids

While most of the focus on Volvo has been dealing with the XC90 and plans to reduce fatalities in their vehicles to zero in the near future, the Swedish automaker has quietly been making plans on performance variants.

By Denis Flierl Jan 25 2016 - 8:12am

How Subaru brilliantly markets the WRX STI in extreme snow

How does Subaru market the new 2016 WRX STI to future performance fans? It’s called Subaru’s Galande taxi.

By Denis Flierl Jan 25 2016 - 6:45am

4 ways new Subaru Forester watches the road for you

The 2016 Subaru Forester wins Top ASV+ rating in Japan’s JNCAP. How does the new Forester watch the road for you?

Ferrari, California T, Ferrari California T

By Will Maley Jan 24 2016 - 1:23pm

Ferrari Makes the California T Handle Sharper Via A New Package

Do you wish Ferrari's entry-level model had the wick just turned up a little bit? We have some very good news for you.

By Parks McCants Jan 24 2016 - 11:54am

American Honda Week in Review: 2016 Civic, Clarity FCV, CR-V, and HR-V

The 3rd week in January was an epic period for American Honda Motor Company. Our American Honda Week in Review Begins with Civic Si

By Denis Flierl Jan 24 2016 - 6:30am

Subaru counting on 5 WRX STI improvements for repeat Nurburgring 24-hr win

The 2016 Subaru WRX STI will attempt to win the Nurburgring 24-hr race again this year. Will 5 new improvements help them do it?

By Parks McCants Jan 23 2016 - 2:06pm

2016 Honda HR-V earns ‘Green’ Kudos as viable SUV alternative

Arguably, 2016 Honda HR-V may be the coolest SUV alternative in North America

By Denis Flierl Jan 23 2016 - 6:17am

How first-generation Legacy changed the car shopping landscape

The first generation Legacy broke the World Land Endurance Record on January 21, 1989. How did this world speed record set the pace for today’s cars?

Leak, Jaguar, Jaguar F-Type SVR, F-Type, F-Type SVR

By Will Maley Jan 22 2016 - 2:56pm

Jaguar F-Type SVR Makes An Accidental Debut

If 550 horsepower isn't enough for you in the Jaguar F-Type, then we have some very good news for you.

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