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 Denis Flierl Oct 8 2015 - 7:00am

Video: First-ever water-injection BMW M4 GTS now available globally

BMW has announced the new 2016 BMW M4 GTS is now available worldwide and in the U.S. What’s the advantage of its new water injection system?

By Parks McCants Oct 7 2015 - 7:04pm

U.S. Honda fans won’t be driving fabled Civic Type-R anytime soon

Our # 1 read Honda article for 2015 is in review of a car that may never reach North America shores. European Type-R? forgettaboutit!

By Patrick Rall Oct 7 2015 - 1:55pm

Few Changes for the 2016 Dodge Challenger and Charger

There are a great many rumors floating around the internet insisting that there are some changes coming for the 2016 Dodge Challenger and 2016 Dodge Charger, but there are actually very few changes for the new model year – shy of some new option packages, the return of Plum Crazy purple and increased production of the Hellcat Hemi-powered models.

By Patrick Rall Oct 7 2015 - 1:16pm

5 Performance Accessories Already Announced for the 2016 Camaro

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro hasn’t reached showrooms yet, but General Motors has already rolled out a list of 5 performance accessories for the next generation muscle car that will improved the acceleration and handling capabilities – with 3 items available this year and 2 hitting the market early in 2016.

By John Goreham Oct 7 2015 - 12:18pm

Toyota’s Brand Value Rises, Volkswagen’s Falls

Interbrand’s most valuable brand rating shows how the world’s automakers are valued.

By John Goreham Oct 7 2015 - 10:14am

The Look of Toyota’s new self-driving vehicle may surprise you

If you are expecting self-driving cars to look like the Google car, you may be mistaken.

New Subaru 7-seat SUV, Subaru 7-passenger SUV

By Denis Flierl Oct 7 2015 - 8:09am

Is this the new 7-passenger SUV from Subaru?

Subaru will bring a new VIZIV Future Concept vehicle to the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show. Could this vehicle give a hint to design cues for the new Subaru 7-seat SUV?

By Denis Flierl Oct 7 2015 - 6:59am

4 reasons not to buy the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek and wait for 2017 models

Subaru announces new upgrades on the Japan 2016 Crosstrek. Should crossover buyers wait for the 2017 Crosstrek?

By Parks McCants Oct 6 2015 - 8:51pm

American Honda announces Special Edition for 2016 CR-V

For 2016, buyers of North America’s best selling SUV will find an additional trim choice for Honda CR-V. What will Special Edition buyers receive for their dollar?

By Patrick Rall Oct 6 2015 - 2:49pm

How the EcoBoost Mustang is Dominating in Southern California

Some critics insisted that the 2015 Ford Mustang with the new 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder engine would flop, but with the new Mustang posting sales numbers that we haven’t seen from a muscle car in nearly a decade - the EcoBoost package has proven to be incredibly popular, particularly in Southern California

By Patrick Rall Oct 6 2015 - 12:59pm

Callaway Corvette GT3 Racer Looks Incredible, Hits the Track in 2016

The folks at Callaway have rolled out their new Corvette C7.R GT3 race car and I believe that this might be the meanest looking C7 Corvette we have seen thus far – and this beast will debut in a variety of road racing circuits around the world in 2016.

By John Goreham Oct 6 2015 - 10:49am

Toyota’s New 2016 Tacoma Video Advert Sticks the Landing

Toyota’s new Tacoma advert is on target.

By Denis Flierl Oct 6 2015 - 8:53am

Why Subaru gets sued over 2006 Tribeca hood latch issue

Subaru Tribeca owners need to be aware of a potential dangerous issue with the hood. Why is Subaru being sued over the outgoing 2006 Tribeca?

2016 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl Oct 6 2015 - 8:23am

4 new upgrades to look for on the 2017 Subaru Forester

Subaru announces a new upgraded edition of the 2016 Forester in Japan. What new upgrades are coming on the U.S. spec 2017 Forester?

By Parks McCants Oct 5 2015 - 5:43pm

2016 Honda Civic presents best seating in ‘C’ segment

As with most drivers, once we get past the specification sheet and visual hit, the first meaningful impression is most often earned through the seat of one’s pants.

By Armen Hareyan Oct 5 2015 - 4:56pm

Is This the Best Fall Picture for Ford Mustang

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition

By Denis Flierl Oct 5 2015 - 4:50pm

U.S. spec Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition details announced

The last 1600 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition models are being produced for the U.S. market now. When will they arrive?

Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Mustang JLT Oil Separator

By Armen Hareyan Oct 5 2015 - 4:32pm

Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Owners Discuss Which Oil Separator They Use

Today I came across an intense discussion in one of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Facebook groups where owners were discussing which oil separator to use. I thought the topic would interest our readers too and here are few examples from the recommendations which fellow Shelby GT500 owners shared comparing Shelby Oil Separator to Bob's and JLT brands.

By Patrick Rall Oct 5 2015 - 3:42pm

Ford F150 Plant Strike Avoided

The local union responsible for building the 2015 Ford F150 at the Kansas City production facility was threatening to go on strike if some concerns with issues at the plant were not addressed, but the head of the local union has announced that a tentative agreement has been reached – thus avoiding a stoppage of F150 production at this vital time.

By Patrick Rall Oct 5 2015 - 3:14pm

Beckman's Dodge Charger Wins, Sets Records and Moves into 2nd

This past weekend was another big one for the Dodge Charger funny car team and driver Jack Beckman, as “Fast Jack” set a new NHRA funny car ET record in route to winning his 7th event of the season and the 15th of the year for Don Schumacher Racing – all while moving the 2nd spot in the championship race, just 16 points out of 1st with two events left.

By Armen Hareyan Oct 5 2015 - 11:26am

Would Cadillac do better if it had Japanese mechanical parts and American interior exterior design?

Should Cadillac change its style and design radically or moderately? Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen and GM product development boss Mark Reuss are having a running debate over Cadillac's edgy styling, according to a Bloomberg report last week. Here is what each of them says and here is what Cadillac owners say.

By John Goreham Oct 5 2015 - 10:29am

2016 Lexus RC coupe gets two new engine options

Lexus’ one-year-old RC now has four engine choices.

2016 Subaru Forester, 2016 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Oct 5 2015 - 8:04am

How Subaru became a lifestyle choice not a car company

Subaru just keeps setting new records every month with 2016 Forester, Outback and Crosstrek models. What is their unique selling proposition?

By Denis Flierl Oct 5 2015 - 7:50am

Video: See how Mitsubishi says goodbye to the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO

The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Editions are rolling off the assembly line. Watch this production video saying goodbye to the last models ever.

By Denis Flierl Oct 5 2015 - 7:27am

How blistering hot 2016 Subaru WRX/STI beats the 2015 model

The 2016 Subaru WRX STI new generation performance car continues to be a hot seller. How does it compare to the 2015 model?

By Parks McCants Oct 4 2015 - 8:00pm

2016 Honda Accord Touring Coupe conquers roads of Los Angeles

As I darted in and out of stop and go Los Angeles freeway traffic, it occurred to me: Honda’s 2016 Accord Touring Coupe may be in fact-- the perfect Los Angeles freeway commuter.

By Denis Flierl Oct 3 2015 - 7:23am

Why the 2015 Subaru WRX STIs will not be at GRC Barbados

Why will Subaru not be bringing the two 2015 Subaru WRX STI GRC cars to Red Bull Global Rallycross Barbados?

By Parks McCants Oct 2 2015 - 1:52pm

Honda recalls 2014-2015 Civic, Fit for possible CVT component failure

143,000 model year 2014-2015 Honda Civic and Fit vehicles equipped with CVT automatic transmissions have been recalled for a possible defective drive shaft pulley component. Is your’s one of them?

By Patrick Rall Oct 2 2015 - 12:29pm

Engine Problems Plague Corvette Z06 in Motor Trend Test

Randy Pobst recently took to the hills of Laguna Seca Raceway in the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 as part of Motor Trend’s Best Driver’s Car testing process and the results were shockingly bad – with the Pobst slamming the LT4 V8 for a lack of power on the straightaways caused by unknown engine problems.

By John Goreham Oct 2 2015 - 11:50am

U.S. buyers demonstrate consensus on electric vehicles

EV sales have been below prior year’s level for many months.

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