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 John Goreham Aug 21 2015 - 8:30am

How many more Tacomas could Toyota sell if it offered a diesel in the U.S.?

The answer is zero. Here’s why.

By Patrick Rall Aug 20 2015 - 1:22pm

Detailed Pricing Information for the 2016 Ford Mustang

The configurator page for the 2016 Ford Mustang is live and while there are some additions and some deletions compared to the 2015 model year, the most surprising aspect is that there appears to be no price increases anywhere in the 2016 model year Mustang lineup.

Hellcat Charger and Challenger at Woodward

By Patrick Rall Aug 20 2015 - 12:49pm

Hellcat Voucher Makes the 2016 Challenger, Charger Far Less Expensive

Now that we know the pricing for the 2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and the 2016 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat along with knowing the voucher value for the cancelled 2015 orders – it is clear that the Chrysler Group went the extra mile in making things right for those buyers who couldn’t get a Hellcat car in 2015.

By Parks McCants Aug 20 2015 - 11:29am

Acura lineup sweeps NHTSA 5 Star safety rating

2016 Acura RDX earns National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) overall 5 tar safety rating, This gives Acura a 5 star safety rating across the entire lineup; the only luxury nameplate in 2015 to do so.

By Denis Flierl Aug 20 2015 - 6:56am

How the 2015 Subaru Impreza makes 3 impressive Top-10 lists

The 2015 Subaru Impreza sometimes gets lost in the Subaru lineup after siblings Forester and Outback get all the press. How did Impreza make 3 Top-Ten lists?

By John Goreham Aug 19 2015 - 3:33pm

Toyota Prius fun facts ahead of the all-new 2016 reveal

The all-new 2016 Prius will be revealed to journalists on September 8th in Las Vegas. Here are a few Prius facts some other publications may leave out of their announcement.

By John Goreham Aug 19 2015 - 2:14pm

Two Reasons Lexus is Turning to a Turbo on the 2016 Lexus GS 200t

We discuss Lexus' moving to turbo engines with Dr. LT, TN reader, contributor, and owner of three Lexus cars.

By John Goreham Aug 19 2015 - 1:40pm

2016 Mazda CX-3 tops in Car and Driver Comparison Testing

Car and Driver tests the field and finds the all-new CX-3 the best small crossover on the market. Here’s why.

By Patrick Rall Aug 19 2015 - 1:35pm

Build Your 2016 Ford Mustang GT California Special Online Now

The 2016 Ford Mustang configurator has gone live on Ford.com and the key addition to the 2016 build options is the arrival of the newest California Special package – which adds a collection of unique appearance goodies for $1,995.

By Patrick Rall Aug 19 2015 - 11:59am

Viper ACR, Corvette Z06 Nurburgring Battle Set for 2016, Records Will Fall

The Nürburgring battle between the new Dodge Viper ACR and the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 will almost surely take place in 2016, after the track management has had a chance to smooth out a portion of the track which will then allow them to lift the speed limit through certain sections – which could also lead to new track records.

2016 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Forester, 2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Aug 19 2015 - 7:13am

Guess where Subaru sets Guinness record for largest parade of their vehicles in the world

This past weekend, Subaru set a new world record by staging the biggest parade of Subaru cars anywhere in the world. Can you guess where?

By Parks McCants Aug 18 2015 - 7:15pm

2016 Honda Accord: Better, or simply different?

With all the (highly qualified) hype heaped upon the news feeds by auto reviewers like myself, sometimes it’s a bit tough to measure the positive attributes of a new model offering, as measured against existing inventory: in rolls the 2016 Honda Accord.

By Parks McCants Aug 18 2015 - 4:32pm

Last Drive: We bid farewell to the 9th gen 2015 Honda EX

With 2016 Honda Civic coming off the line in late October, is now the time to purchase Honda’s finest Civic built to date? Looking to the “ Honda Summer Clearance Event,” we hear that dealers are “Dealing!”

By Patrick Rall Aug 18 2015 - 2:09pm

275hp, 296tq for the Focus ST from Ford Performance

The Ford Focus ST is one of the hottest hatchbacks sold in the US market, but with new competition offering new power levels, Ford Performance has teamed up with Mountune to create a warranty-friendly upgrade package for the Focus ST that lifts the output to 275 horsepower and 296lb-ft of torque.

By Patrick Rall Aug 18 2015 - 12:39pm

Official 2016 Hellcat Challenger, Charger Pricing (Updated)

While there has been no official word from the Chrysler corporate offices, what appears to be the pricing for the 2016 Dodge Charger and Challenger SRT Hellcat models has arrived online and if these are accurate, the price increases for the 707hp muscle cars is a bit smaller than we had expected – and there appears to be new standard equipment to offset that price hike.

By Denis Flierl Aug 18 2015 - 8:17am

How BMW will celebrate 100 year anniversary

The new 2016 BMW 3 Series is the top seller for the brand around the globe. What did BMW start building 100 years ago?

2016 Subaru WRX, 2016 Subaru WRX STI, 2016 Subaru BRZ

By Denis Flierl Aug 18 2015 - 7:21am

2016 Subaru WRX STI Hyper Blue will be even more exclusive in Australia

Australia will get a very limited number of the 2016 Subaru WRX and WRX STI and BRZ Hyper Blue models. How exclusive will they be?

By Patrick Rall Aug 17 2015 - 1:09pm

Fiskers Ford Mustang Rocket Speedster Looks Great, Still Seats 4

This past weekend at the Pebble Beach Concours event, the drop-top version of Henrik Fisker’s Ford Mustang Rocket debuted, with this new Rocket Speedster adding a unique aero panel behind the front seats, but doing so without losing the functionality of the roof or the rear seats.

By Patrick Rall Aug 17 2015 - 12:36pm

New Quickest Hellcat Challenger Runs 10.00

A new claim has been posted online for the quickest Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat on the quarter mile, with this latest record setting muscle car laying down an awesome 10.008 run with a fairly short modification list – but we are still without a 9 second quarter mile Hellcat run.

By John Goreham Aug 17 2015 - 11:37am

2016 Toyota Tacoma V6 Towing vs. Chevy Colorado Diesel Duramax

The 2016 Chevy Colorado Diesel and Toyota Tacoma V6 gasoline specifications are in. It’s closer than you think.

By John Goreham Aug 17 2015 - 7:56am

2015 Toyota RAV 4 XLE AWD vs. Jeep Patriot Latitude 4X4 – Which to buy

Two 5-passenger vehicles that can turn all four wheels when necessary. Same price but opposite personalities.

By Denis Flierl Aug 17 2015 - 7:52am

Where you can still get a 6-speed manual in the 2016 Subaru Outback

The 2016 Subaru Outback gets a feature that U.S. buyers won’t ever see. Where can you still get a 6-speed manual Outback?

By John Goreham Aug 17 2015 - 7:35am

2016 Toyota Tacoma Engine Specs and Fuel Economy Numbers

The all-new Tacoma has finally be revealed. Here are the numbers you’ve been waiting for.

By Denis Flierl Aug 17 2015 - 7:28am

2016 Subaru WRX takes runner up in Best Buys list

Subaru’s 2016 WRX gets mentioned as a top 3 pick for Car Guide’s Best Buy, Sports Car and Coupes under 50K. Who wins the top spot?

Ken Block, #43 Hoonigan Racing Division Ford Fiesta ST

By Denis Flierl Aug 17 2015 - 6:49am

Ken Block gets 5th podium extends GRC points lead in Wash., DC

Ken Block in the #43 Hoonigan Racing Division Ford Fiesta ST rolled into Washington, DC as the points leader and after the race he extended his lead.

By Parks McCants Aug 15 2015 - 7:20pm

2016 Acura NSX launch scrapped until Q2, 2016

Unfortunately, NSX is quickly becoming the “Boy that cried wolf” story of the supercar world. What’s going on with NSX now?

By Douglas Stansfield Aug 15 2015 - 9:19am

Millions of Miles of Range In A Standard Nissan LEAF

What if you could drive from Maine to Florida and not even need to stop for a charge while driving your Nissan Leaf. Forget about all the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) that has been installed by Tesla for their Model S Electric Car. Technology is scheduled to be tested in England that will enable just that. Long Distance travel with no stops for charging.