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 Armen Hareyan Dec 18 2015 - 8:00am

First real towing test for new 2016 Chevrolet Silverado

Man buys a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado and puts it to towing test in Australia pulling approximately 10000 lb up a very steep gravel road.

By Denis Flierl Dec 18 2015 - 7:10am

BMW M2 to make highly anticipated global debut at NAIAS

The all-new 2016 BMW M2 will finally make its world reveal at NAIAS. What other performance model makes its global debut in Detroit?

By Armen Hareyan Dec 17 2015 - 9:33pm

Video Shows How 2016 Chevrolet Colorado Duramax Is Being Tested

Take a look and see how Four Wheeler Magazine puts the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado Duramax to test during Four Wheeler of the Year testing event. Would you put a new Colorado truck to such a test?

Amazing 2015 Lexus RC 350 F Sport AWD Winter Image

By John Goreham Dec 17 2015 - 4:07pm

The 2015 Lexus RC 350 F Sport AWD Winter Image You Just Have To See

This image of an RC 350 F Sport AWD in the snow will inspire you to head out this winter.

Lexus NX 200t top internet search according to Google

By John Goreham Dec 17 2015 - 3:18pm

New Lexus NX is top premium vehicle internet search for 2015

According to Google, more people were interested in the Lexus NX than any other premium model. Don’t tell Consumer Reports.

By Patrick Rall Dec 17 2015 - 2:48pm

Chrysler Trademarks Cuda Again, But Don't Get Your Hopes Up

The Chrysler Group has once again successfully extended their trademark of the term Cuda, but I don’t believe that the latest filing should cause anyone to get their hopes up for a new high performance muscle car sporting the Cuda name – at least not anytime soon.

Volkswagen Phaeton, Volkswagen, Phaeton, Luxury Sedan

By Will Maley Dec 17 2015 - 1:51pm

The End Is Nigh For The Phaeton

Volkswagen's flagship Phaeton won't be around much longer.

By Patrick Rall Dec 17 2015 - 1:44pm

Camaro VS Everybody Apparel Arrives for Christmas

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro is currently shipping to all corners of the United States and whether or not the Camaro lover in your life is buying a next gen GM muscle car, a cool new apparel lineup has arrived – with the Camaro VS Everybody line coming from the popular Detroit VS Everybody brand.

By Patrick Rall Dec 17 2015 - 12:56pm

Ford F150 Could Become the Segment's Most Efficient with a Land Rover Diesel

A Land Rover diesel V6 might be Ford’s answer to making the F150 more efficient than the Ram 1500 EcoDiesel and while the EcoBoost engines have made Ford the most fuel efficient gas-powered pickup – a small diesel in the F150 could make it the most fuel efficient half ton truck in the segment.

By Will Maley Dec 17 2015 - 10:42am

Why You Might Not See As Many 'Driveless' Cars In Calfornia

California's Department of Motor Vehicles wants to make it harder for 'Driverless' Vehicles to appear on the road.

By Will Maley Dec 17 2015 - 9:42am

Autocar Learns About What Engines Will Power the Next Boxster and Cayman

A first ride in the next Porsche Boxster gives us some ideas of what engine will power it.

By Armen Hareyan Dec 17 2015 - 9:03am

A Brilliant and Simple Idea To Improve Charging Station Efficiency for Electric Car Drivers

Here is a case. Electric car is parked at a charging station and fully charged. It has been two hours and the owner has not returned yet. Other EVs are not able to charge. What do you do? Here is, what I think a brilliant and a very simple idea charging stations can implement to improve EV charging efficient and avoid issues like this.

By Armen Hareyan Dec 17 2015 - 8:30am

3 Things We Will See Happen, If People Show Demand For Electric Cars

EPA estimate shows the cost of electric cars exceeds the social cost of carbon. If we want to reduce emissions by 80 percent by 2050 governments need to almost completely remove carbon from transportation, this means from electric cars like Nissan LEAF, Tesla Model S, Chevy Volt, BMW i3 or Prius Plug In. How do we reconcile this?

By Denis Flierl Dec 17 2015 - 8:23am

Subaru oil consumption lawsuit spreads to Canada

The Subaru oil consumption issue is spreading to Canada. What is a Quebec man doing about it?

2016 Subaru Crosstrek, 2016 Subaru Impreza

By Denis Flierl Dec 17 2015 - 8:15am

New Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza excel in safety performance

When it comes to pre-crash safety performance, the new 2016 Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza models excel. What test did they ace?

Will the 2016 Toyota Highlander be rated Top Safety Pick Plus?

By John Goreham Dec 16 2015 - 7:32pm

How the 2016 Toyota Highlander Can Keep Its Top Safety Rating

The 2015 model needs to change, particularly the Highlender. Here’s why.

By Patrick Rall Dec 16 2015 - 2:54pm

Ford GT Supercar Gets Gorilla Glass Windows

The 2017 Ford GT will be a rolling marvel of modern technology, with even the windows of the twin turbocharged supercar introducing technology never before seen on a road-going automobile.

2016 Jaguar XF, 2016 Jaguar XF At New York Auto Show

By Will Maley Dec 16 2015 - 2:41pm

One Luxury Automaker Thinks Semi-Autonomous Technologies Are Dangerous

A number of automakers are beginning to install semi-autonomous technologies into their vehicles, but one is holding off for the time being.

Mazda just became best in MPG without turbos or CVTs

By John Goreham Dec 16 2015 - 2:19pm

EPA just named Mazda best in MPG -without turbos or CVTs

The EPA says that the Mazda brand has both the best MPG and the lowest CO2 without using the most common two tricks.

By Patrick Rall Dec 16 2015 - 1:45pm

Hot Rod's 2016 Camaro SS Makes 405rwhp, Runs Low 12s

The folks at Hod Rod have published their first full review of the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS and in addition to putting more than 3,000 road miles on two different new GM muscle cars, the team also hit the dyno and the drag strip – with impressive numbers in both places.

Tacoma is the best vehicle for resale value

By John Goreham Dec 16 2015 - 1:27pm

Guess which trucks just closed in on the Toyota Tacoma and Tundra in resale value

Toyota trucks still top the resale value charts but look how close this one Mfg. is now.

By John Goreham Dec 16 2015 - 1:10pm

Just announced - KBB says Lexus is top luxury brand for resale value

Guess how many years in a row Lexus has now taken this honor.

By Patrick Rall Dec 16 2015 - 12:15pm

The 2016 Infiniti Q50 Packs 400 Twin Turbocharged Horsepower

Last night at a small holiday party in the Metro Detroit area, Infiniti rolled out the 2016 Q50 sedan in the high performance Red Sport 400 trimline, packing 400 horsepower from a new twin turbocharged V6 engine and the buyer’s choice of rear- or all-wheel drive – creating what should be a very entertaining luxury sedan.

By Will Maley Dec 16 2015 - 10:05am

Mercedes-Benz Introduces A Number Of Changes For Its Smallest Roadster Starting With The Name

Mercedes-Benz has made some changes to their SLK roadster for 2017, beginning with the name.

By Parks McCants Dec 16 2015 - 9:34am

2016 Honda Civic lineup most diverse in company history

When the Civic Type-R World Car hits the streets of America in 2017, Honda Civic will be the most varied and diverse lineup in company History.

By Denis Flierl Dec 16 2015 - 8:26am

New BMW M2 pricing announced

BMW in Australia has announced pricing on the new 2016 M2 Coupe. The new M2 will be offered in two variants.

By Denis Flierl Dec 16 2015 - 7:13am

Subaru scores KBB’s Best Brand second year in-a-row

In Kelley Blue Book's 2016 Resale Value Awards, the entire Subaru lineup is the best. What two vehicles stand out most?

By Will Maley Dec 15 2015 - 8:34pm

This Western State Allows Hyundai Tucsons and Kia Souls To Roam Around Without A Driver

If you're driving along this state's road and see Kia Soul or a Hyundai Tucson without a driver, don't panic.

By Parks McCants Dec 15 2015 - 5:19pm

Honda ramps up Japan 2016 Fit production for U.S.

Speaking with our dealership contacts, consumer demand for 2016 Fit is as high as ever. The current problem is meeting that demand.

By Patrick Rall Dec 15 2015 - 3:58pm

Ford Shelby GT350R Easily Handles Camaro Z28 in Motor Trend Shootout

The folks at Motor Trend put the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 head to head with the 2016 Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang and, as you might expect, the newer Mustang took the overall win – beating the Camaro in almost every metric of the comparison.

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