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 Sep 16 2015 - 3:05pm

How Does GM Improve the C7 Corvette?

The C7 Chevrolet Corvette has proven to be incredibly popular, posting strong sales numbers month after month after more than a full year of being on sale, but with the constant push to stay ahead of the competition, how will GM improve the Corvette?

Don't buy that tire and wheel protection warranty

By John Goreham Sep 16 2015 - 11:27am

We give tire and wheel protection warranties a thumbs down

Tire and wheel warranties seem like a good idea until you actually need them.

George W Bush with the 2016 Shelby GT350 Mustang

By Patrick Rall Sep 16 2015 - 10:45am

Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Raises $885k for Military Charity

A while back we brought you the news that a 2016 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang signed by President George W Bush would be auctioned off to support military charity and with Ford Motor Company issuing a release on the results of that auction, we know that the Bush-signed super-Stand raised a whopping $885,000 for charity.

By Patrick Rall Sep 16 2015 - 10:18am

The Next Dodge Charger Could Get a Massive Infotainment Upgrade

Last week, the Chrysler Group showed off the 2016 Dodge Charger Pursuit with a gigantic 12.1 inch infotainment screen mounted in the dash and while that huge touchscreen is currently reserved for the police package – it looks like an ideal addition for the future civilian version.

By Denis Flierl Sep 16 2015 - 8:07am

What the new 2016 BMW 3 Series and the i8 have in common

BMW has come out with the new 2016 3 Series 318i in Europe. Would the 3 cylinder ever catch on in the U.S.?

2016 Subaru WRX, 2016 Subaru Levorg, 2016 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru XV

By Denis Flierl Sep 16 2015 - 6:58am

Absolutely yellow Subaru WRX S4 and Levorg will run with the bicycles

Subaru uses vehicles like the 2016 WRX S4 and Levorg as support for the 2015 Japan Cup Cycle Road Race. How long has Subaru done this?

By Parks McCants Sep 15 2015 - 6:42pm

How ‘plus sizing’ improves 2016 Honda Civic performance

Noting the standard equipped ‘plus sizing’ tire trend in today’s chassis engineering and automotive body designs, wheel and tire sizing plays a critical part in 10th gen 2016 Honda Civic. How does it work and what does it do?

By John Goreham Sep 15 2015 - 3:40pm

Mazda Koeru Concept foreshadows 2017 CX-6 crossover

Mazda is preparing a larger 5-passenger crossover with the company’s signature styling.

By John Goreham Sep 15 2015 - 3:15pm

Toyota’s Answer to the Honda HR-V and Mazda CX-3 Coming

The world’s most profitable automaker isn’t going to wait too long to jump into this segment.

By Patrick Rall Sep 15 2015 - 1:49pm

New Camaro ZL1 Spotted Out and About

New images showing what many people believe to be the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 have popped up around the internet, showing a comparable test mule to what Michiganders have seen sneaking in and out of the Milford Proving Grounds over the past few weeks.

By John Goreham Sep 15 2015 - 12:50pm

2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium vs. Toyota RAV 4 XLE – Which to buy?

Two of the best compact crossovers on the market have a lot to offer but many key differences.

By Denis Flierl Sep 15 2015 - 8:12am

BMW is recalling 2012-2015 3 Series for a lighting software issue

BMW is recalling 2012-2015 3 Series models for a exterior lighting issue. Is your 3 Series on the list?

By Armen Hareyan Sep 15 2015 - 7:33am

Girl's First and Emotional Bracket Race in 2015 Corvette Z06

One of our readers Angie Weaver graciously shared with us the video of her first bracket race in their 2015 Corvette Z06, and it's rather emotional.

By Denis Flierl Sep 15 2015 - 7:23am

Subaru seven-seat SUV to start production in U.S. after 2017

Subaru will begin production on a new seven seat SUV sometime after 2017. Will it be exclusive to the U.S.?

By Denis Flierl Sep 15 2015 - 7:12am

Subaru Motor announces 2016 Subaru XV Active Edition

Subaru announces the 2016 XV Active Edition that will be headed to Russia. What makes this crossover different from other global market XVs?

By Patrick Rall Sep 14 2015 - 4:04pm

Which Roars Harder: Dodge Challenger Scat Pack or Hellcat?

I recently spent time in the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and during that time, I made a similar exhaust video to the one that I made a year ago with the R/T Scat Pack – revealing that under light load, the Hellcat Challenger surprisingly has the quieter of the two exhaust systems.

By Patrick Rall Sep 14 2015 - 1:30pm

How Shelby Builds the Newest Mustang Turbo GT

The newest Shelby GT Mustang has arrived and it is turbocharged, but rather than a V8, this new Shelby GT calls on the 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder mill for its motivation – although the package is surprisingly expensive.

By Patrick Rall Sep 14 2015 - 9:55am

4 Key Performance Numbers Announced for the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro

The gradual rollout of the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro continues today, as General Motors has announced 3 key performance figures for the entire Camar0Six lineup, including braking distances, cornering forces and the all-so-important 0-60 times – with the Camaro SS dashing from 0-60 in 4 seconds flat and rocketing down the quarter mile in the low 12 second range.

By Douglas Stansfield Sep 14 2015 - 8:53am

Can a 20 Mile EV Ford C-Max Energi Battery Deliver 50% Ev Miles?

Based on the USA Governments figures of the average USA driver, he/she drives less than 40 miles a day in his/her car. Well if that is still the truth than the Ford C-Max Energi’s battery pack size of 20 miles should actually deliver 50% of this cars total miles. Is that even possible?

By Denis Flierl Sep 14 2015 - 7:58am

How 2016 Subaru WRX achieves highest IIHS Top Safety Pick

The 2016 Subaru WRX achieves the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety top award. How does Subaru keep doing it?

By Denis Flierl Sep 14 2015 - 7:19am

How BMW will continue 3 Series unbroken run of success

BMW will feature new models at the 2015 International Motor Show in Frankfurt. How will 2016 BMW 3 Series continue the success?

By Denis Flierl Sep 14 2015 - 6:45am

Subaru WRX STIs battle hard at GRC LA

The Subaru WRX STIs fought hard at the double-header GRC race in LA this weekend. How did they do at the STI-sponsored event?

By Aaron Turpen Sep 13 2015 - 2:29pm

Nissan to Unveil Gripz Concept in Frankfurt

A new crossover concept will be unveiled in Frankfurt this week. Nissan is calling it the Gripz and it's modeled off the Juke and a surprise old-school Nissan of renown.

By Aaron Turpen Sep 13 2015 - 2:21pm

2016 Nissan Versa Sedan Pricing Announced, Unchanged

The MSRP for the best-selling compact sedan on the market, the Versa, remains unchanged for 2016 with value beginning at $11,990.

By Denis Flierl Sep 13 2015 - 6:41am

Watch the 2015 Subaru WRX STI at Ojibwe Forests Rally in 360 degree view

You can view the 2015 Subaru WRX STI of David Higgins at Ojibwe Forests Rally in 360 degree view. Check out the video.

By Douglas Stansfield Sep 12 2015 - 9:34pm

CCS DC Fast Charging for Electric Cars Debuts at National Electric Drive Week

Today, as National Electric Drive Week (NEDW) kicked off, many electric car Events where held across the USA and one interesting debut was a new fast EV charger.

By Douglas Stansfield Sep 12 2015 - 4:04pm

Why The Destruction of The I.C.E. is Coming

As this week of 9-11-2015 comes to a close let us never forget the men and woman that perished from the terrorist attack on this great nation. I personally knew people that lost their lives that day and I know many of you may have been touched negatively on that day. Let us never forget.

By Douglas Stansfield Sep 12 2015 - 3:41pm

One Person is Going to Buy 500,000 Teslas

At between $75,000 and $125,000 per Tesla that would be a purchase of $62.5 Billion at the $125k price point. Who would be able to spend that much money on Teslas? Why would someone need half a million Teslas and what in the world are they going to be used for?

By Parks McCants Sep 12 2015 - 2:14pm

2016 Honda Civic viewed prowling the wilds of Ann Arbor

Honda is producing the first live Youtube reveal of the much anticipated 10th Gen Civic September 16, So what’s the big deal. Spoiler alert, we already know what it looks like.

By Denis Flierl Sep 12 2015 - 7:16am

How 2016 Subaru Impreza Premium and Limited trims get safer

The 2016 Subaru Impreza remains unchanged except the all-wheel-drive compact gets new safety and security features. What's new for 2016?

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