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 Jul 24 2015 - 7:26am

Why Subaru Forester appeals to those with an adventurous spirit

Subaru Southern Africa is the new official vehicle partner of the South African Sport Hall of Fame. What does this tell us about the new Forester SUV?

By Patrick Rall Jul 23 2015 - 2:08pm

Even the Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Shift Light is Special (Video)

The 2015 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang has a long list of standard features that should combine to make it the best-handling muscle car of all time, but simple new features like the heads up display shift light will make the 526 horsepower Mustang more user-friendly whether you are on the road or track.

By Patrick Rall Jul 23 2015 - 1:00pm

2016 Camaro Colors: 10 Exterior, 5 Interior and 1 Glowing Bowtie

The order guide for the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro has surfaced online and among the many pages of information are the official colors for the 6th gen Camaro – with 10 exterior paint options, 5 interior color options and a Chevy Bowtie badge that I think will light up.

By Denis Flierl Jul 23 2015 - 6:57am

Will hot BMW M4 GTS be unveiled at Pebble Beach?

BMW at the 2015 Monterey Car Week will feature two BMW concept cars. Will the hot BMW M4 GTS be unveiled at Pebble Beach?

By Denis Flierl Jul 23 2015 - 6:30am

Why Subaru WRX has biggest leap in J.D. Power APEAL study

The 2015 Subaru WRX has the most appeal to new car owners than any other Subaru in the lineup. What car beat the WRX for the top spot?

By Aaron Turpen Jul 22 2015 - 5:37pm

2015 Infiniti QX80 Named Most Appealing in JD Power APEAL Study

The J.D. Power and Associates APEAL study surveys consumers on 77 attributes. In the large premium SUV segment, the QX80 took top honors.

2016 Mazda CX-3 Safety Forward Colission Precvention

By John Goreham Jul 22 2015 - 2:49pm

The 2016 Mazda CX-3 safety systems you won’t find on Honda HR-V, Buick Encore

The all-new Mazda CX-3 offers modern safety equipment not found on some competitors’ compact crossovers.

By Patrick Rall Jul 22 2015 - 2:20pm

Camaro Corral Confirmed for 2015 Woodward Dream Cruise

The 2015 Woodward Dream Cruise is just under a month away and with the massive cruise date looming, Chevrolet Camaro owners will be happy to hear that the Camaro Corral is back for the second year – giving Camaro owners and fans a place of their own similar to Ford’s Mustang Alley.

By John Goreham Jul 22 2015 - 2:12pm

2016 Mazda CX-3 and Honda HR-V Have Nearly Identical Prices

The price comparison of the new sub-compact crossovers from Mazda and Honda shows they have a lot in common. They also leave plenty of room for the next-larger crossover models.

By Patrick Rall Jul 22 2015 - 12:37pm

6 New Features of the 2016 Ford F150

The 2015 Ford F150 and its aluminum body are selling so well that the Motor Company is having a hard time meeting the demand, but in an effort to keep the new half ton pickup fresh for 2016, Ford has made 6 simple yet impactful changes for the new model year.

By Denis Flierl Jul 22 2015 - 7:12am

Why Subaru Forester is the #1 safest car for your teen under $12K

The Subaru Forester, Legacy and Tribeca are the safest vehicles for teen drivers under $12K. What prominent automaker is missing from the list?

By Parks McCants Jul 21 2015 - 8:34pm

2016 Honda Accord hints at company’s design direction [ Official photo update]

With a promise from the top that Honda will overhaul or redesign the entire lineup by 2018, what changes are in store for Honda’s best selling midsize sedan for 2016?

By Parks McCants Jul 21 2015 - 5:54pm

2016 Acura ILX leads evolution of compact performance safety

In this day of recall-driven heightened consumer concern for automotive safety, Acura’s entire lineup has earned the highest overall safety score in the industry. Note the word entire!

By John Goreham Jul 21 2015 - 5:51pm

Toyota Launches Sporty 2016 Camry Special Edition

The Camry SE gets a bit sportier.

By Patrick Rall Jul 21 2015 - 2:39pm

How Hennessey Lifts the Dodge Challenger Hellcat to 852hp

The folks at Hennessey have announced their first two upgrade packages for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, lifting the output from the stock 707 horsepower to either 805 horsepower or 852 horsepower depending on the package chosen.

By Patrick Rall Jul 21 2015 - 1:47pm

Why the Chevrolet Corvette Still Needs a Proper Track Car

The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is the most powerful and, according to General Motors, the most track-capable Corvette of all time, there is still a hole in the Corvette lineup that needs to be filled by a more focused track package – a car that would compete directly with the new Dodge Viper ACR.

By Douglas Stansfield Jul 21 2015 - 12:05pm

Range Race Heats UP - Will Older Model EVs get Upgrade Options?

Last week I published an article asking the question when will EV range anxiety end? One week later, Tesla announces a 90Kwh battery pack upgrade to the Model S and decreased the Price for the 70Kwh Model S.

2016 Subaru Outback, Forester, XV Crosstrek, Legacy, WRX/STI, Impreza and BRZ

By Denis Flierl Jul 21 2015 - 8:36am

3 marvels that position Subaru head and shoulders above the competition

The Subaru brand is flying high and it looks like there is no stopping them. What are 3 things that set Subaru apart from the rest?

By Denis Flierl Jul 21 2015 - 8:21am

Why BMW 3 Series is in high demand in the UK

According to Auto Trader, the BMW 3 Series is in hot demand in the UK. Why do buyers want the older 2011-2012 3 Series?

2016 Mazda Miata Faster Than Lamborghini

By John Goreham Jul 21 2015 - 7:43am

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata is faster than what car?

The all-new Mazda MX-5 Miata is no longer a “slow” sports car. Here is what the Mazda Miata is capable of, and some cars it can hang with in a sprint.

By Patrick Rall Jul 20 2015 - 2:57pm

Why the Dodge Challenger Hellcat X "Only" Makes 805hp

Since making its public debut two weekends back, the unique Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat X has gotten plenty of attention with its twin-charged Hemi engine setup, but many people are asking why it “only” makes 805 horsepower and 800lb-ft of torque – which we examine today here on TorqueNews.

By Parks McCants Jul 20 2015 - 2:34pm

2016 Acura NSX takes stage at Monterey Automotive Week

Last week Torque News reported on the national confirmation-drive (sake down) of 2016 Acura NSX, where a team of engineers from Honda’s Performance Center put NSX through its paces under variable, elevation, road, heat and speed conditions.

By Patrick Rall Jul 20 2015 - 2:01pm

Order Your 2016 Chevrolet Camaro on August 13th

There has been a great deal of speculation as to when the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro would finally go on sale and according to the folks at CamaroNews, folks looking to lay some money down for the 6th generation Camaro will be able to do so starting on August 13th – meaning that Camaro lovers only have a few more weeks to wait.

By Patrick Rall Jul 20 2015 - 1:03pm

Save $10,000 on the 2015 Ford F150 Now

Now that Ford Motor Company has handled the supplier issues and gotten up to full speed with the production of the 2015 F150, the automaker is offering as much as $10,000 off of a new half ton pickup in order to get sales numbers up through the summer months.

By Denis Flierl Jul 20 2015 - 8:04am

How Subaru appeals to motorsport fans with a special 2016 WRX STI NR4 Spec

Subaru Australia is importing a limited number of special 2.0-liter motorsport 2016 WRX STIs. Will these STIs be street legal?

By John Goreham Jul 20 2015 - 7:50am

5 Cool 2016 Mazda Miata Details Not to Miss

Everyone knows the basics now on the Miata, but here is what an enthusiast will find very impressive about the all-new MX-5 Miata.

By Denis Flierl Jul 20 2015 - 7:39am

Why Subaru gets hit with another airbag recall for the Impreza compact

According to the NHTSA, Subaru is recalling 32,400 Imprezas to replace the passenger-airbag occupancy sensor. Does it include WRX/STI?

By Aaron Turpen Jul 19 2015 - 3:17pm

Nissan Titan Truckumentary Chapter 7 Released

The seventh part of a series of "truckumentary" short films from Nissan featuring the all-new Titan XD has released. "Truck Love" features the TExas NIssan Truck Meet and enthusiasts.

By Denis Flierl Jul 19 2015 - 5:34am

Ken Block fails to blow up 2015 WRX STI’s perfect season

It was called the Battle of the Titans and it was Higgins and Pastrana against Ken Block at New England Forest Rally. Who won the battle?

By Denis Flierl Jul 18 2015 - 7:17am

Day 1 NEFR: Higgins gets a hat trick in Subaru WRX STI and leads Ken Block

It’s the biggest Rally America race of the year for SRT USA and the 2015 Subaru WRX STI. Who’s going to win the battle?

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