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 Jul 17 2015 - 2:01pm

Drive a Hellcat Challenger Virtually with Forza Motorsport 6

While many people will never have the opportunity to actually get behind the wheel of a 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and experience the awesome impact of 707 horsepower, anyone with an Xbox One game console will be able to drive the mighty Mopar muscle car this fall when Forza Motorsport 6 hits stores around the country.

By Patrick Rall Jul 17 2015 - 1:00pm

MLB ALL Star MVP Passes on Free 2016 Camaro

Anaheim Angels center fielder Mike Trout had a chance Tuesday to become the first owner of a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro, but he passed on it – opting instead for a Chevrolet Silverado Midnight Edition for his MVP award winning performance in the Major League Baseball All Star Game.

By Denis Flierl Jul 17 2015 - 7:30am

2 things stand out in new 2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek interior

The 2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek gets new interior upgrades. What 2 things did Subaru bring to XV?

By Patrick Rall Jul 16 2015 - 4:02pm

How Ford Put NASA Designs into a 627hp 2015 Mustang GT

Ford Motor Company has designed a one-off 2015 Ford Mustang GT for the EAA AirVenture charity auction on July 23rd, with this 627 horsepower supercharged Mustang sporting a look based on that of the Apollo space program.

By Patrick Rall Jul 16 2015 - 1:01pm

How to Add 30hp to the Corvette Z06 w/o Opening the Hood

The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 delivers 650hp and 650lb-ft of torque, making it the most powerful Corvette of all time, but those C7 Z06 owners who want a bunch more power without having to open the hood, Diablosport has you covered – with a plug-n-play tuning setup that adds 30 horsepower and 20lb-ft of torque.

By Patrick Rall Jul 16 2015 - 12:03pm

Hot Wheels Brings the Dodge Challenger Hellcat to the Masses

Those fans of the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat who love the car, but know that they wont be buying one anytime soon can now buy a Hellcat of their very own for about a buck thanks to the good people at Hot Wheels.

By Denis Flierl Jul 16 2015 - 8:57am

Why Subaru boss says next generation BRZ needs improved performance

The 2016 Subaru BRZ/Scion FR-S has the same horsepower and performance it did when it first launched. What is Subaru doing with the next-generation BRZ?

By Denis Flierl Jul 16 2015 - 6:50am

3 important chassis upgrades are coming to 2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek

Subaru UK has announced a raft of modifications and upgrades to the chassis of the 2016 XV compact crossover. What 3 upgrades did XV get?

By Aaron Turpen Jul 16 2015 - 12:14am

What's Coming in the 2016 Nissan Rogue

The Rogue continues its sales boom this year and Nissan wants to continue that trend as they introduce the updates and changes for the 2016 model year, hitting showrooms this fall. We look at what's coming to the new 2016 Rogue.

By Parks McCants Jul 15 2015 - 4:32pm

2016 Acura NSX in ‘Verification’ stage of pre-production real-world road testing

Amidst rumors circulating the automotive journalism world of yet another NSX release delay, we receive an update from Acura

By Patrick Rall Jul 15 2015 - 3:27pm

Dodge Coronet, Chevrolet Chevelle and Ford Torino Aren't Coming for 2016

There are pictures and fake stories going around the internet insisting that a new Chevrolet Chevelle, Ford Torino GT and Dodge Coronet Super Bee are coming for the 2016 model year, but not only are they not happening for 2016 – they aren’t going to happen anytime in the foreseeable future.

By Patrick Rall Jul 15 2015 - 2:04pm

3 New 2016 GMC Sierra Pickups Teased

After General Motors surprised us all by introducing a refreshed 2016 Chevrolet Silverado after just two model years with the current look, the automaker has rolled out a refreshed 2016 GMC Sierra – this time showing us the new face in three different trim lines.

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition

By Denis Flierl Jul 15 2015 - 7:44am

Mitsubishi reveals Lancer Evolution Final Edition #US0000 at MOD2015

Mitsubishi took the opportunity at MOD2015 to reveal the U.S. spec 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition model. How much hp will it have?

2016 Subaru WRX S4, Outback, Legacy, Levorg

By Denis Flierl Jul 15 2015 - 6:31am

Why Subaru WRX S4, Outback, Legacy and Levorg keep getting top safety ratings

Subaru’s 2016 WRX S4, Outback, Legacy and Levorg received another top safety rating from JNCAP. Why does Subaru put a priority on safety?

By John Goreham Jul 14 2015 - 3:22pm

Car and Driver names 2016 Toyota Sienna a Best New Car For Growing Families

Car and Driver Choses the Toyota Sienna as its top minivan for families.

By John Goreham Jul 14 2015 - 3:09pm

Your chance to buy Steve McQueen's last 1976 Porsche 930 Carrera

Mecum Auctions will sell Steve McQueen’s last, special Porsche.

By Patrick Rall Jul 14 2015 - 2:25pm

2 New Roush Ford Mustang Models for US Military Only

The folks at Roush have come up with a new pair of 2015 Ford Mustang packages designed exclusively for members of the United States military and we can expect that the new Roush Mustang Warrior models will quickly become collector’s items – but only 45 examples of the military Mustang will be offered in this first edition and they will only be offered to soldiers serving overseas.

By Patrick Rall Jul 14 2015 - 1:39pm

Chevrolet Surprise: Silverado Restyled After Just 2 Years

Although the current Chevrolet Silverado is just two model years ago, General Motors has announced that the Chevy half ton pickup will get a new face for 2016, as the automaker looks to quickly address complaints with the exterior design.

2016 Mazda CX-5 and Mazda6 Besto For Families

By John Goreham Jul 14 2015 - 1:10pm

2016 Mazda CX-5 and Mazda6 win Car and Driver Editors’ Choice Awards

Car and Driver’s latest editors’ choice awards are new cars for growing families.

By Patrick Rall Jul 14 2015 - 12:43pm

2015 Dodge Charger Wins 10th of 13 in Chicago

The teams of the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series headed to Route 66 in Chicago this past weekend and for the 10th time in 13 events, a 2015 Dodge Charger R/T won the funny car class – continuing the stunning domination of the class by Don Schumacher Racing.

By John Goreham Jul 14 2015 - 9:43am

Toyota's hydrogen Mirai arrives in U.S. for initial sales

The Mirai is about to go on sale. Here comes the inventory.

By Denis Flierl Jul 14 2015 - 9:08am

How BMW M4 beats Cadillac ATS-V and Lexus RC F in head to head challenge

The 2015 BMW M4 beats the Cadillac ATS-V and Lexus RC F in Cars.com luxury performance coupe challenge. Why did they pick the M4?

2016 Toyota GT86, 2016 Scion FR-S, 2016 Subaru BRZ

By Denis Flierl Jul 14 2015 - 7:49am

Here’s another Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ you won’t ever see in the U.S.

Like the 2016 Subaru BRZ tS that just launched in Japan, you will never see the new special edition 2016 Toyota GT86/Scion FR-S make it to U.S. shores.

By Denis Flierl Jul 14 2015 - 6:46am

How to drive a virtual Volkswagen Golf R on the track with your voice [video]

Volkswagen unleashes the 2015 Golf R Rrrr that allows uses to drive the performance hatch wit the sound of their voice. How does it work?

By Patrick Rall Jul 13 2015 - 2:54pm

How the Shelby GT350 Mustang Makes Space Shuttle Tech Affordable

The new Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang is a work of automotive art designed to dominate road courses and while the new Shelby Mustang has a long list of unique features that make it amazing, the ultra-lightweight carbon fiber wheels – which have traditionally been reserved for far more expensive exotic supercars – might just be the most groundbreaking item on the new GT350R.

By Patrick Rall Jul 13 2015 - 12:57pm

One Simple Way to Improve the Corvette Z06

The C7 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is the most track capable road car ever offered by General Motors, but as the company looks to improve the stunning supercar in the coming model years, there is one very simple way to better the Z06 – get rid of the power loss when the engine is hot.

By Patrick Rall Jul 13 2015 - 12:13pm

Dodge Challenger Added to Extensive Airbag Recall List

As the Chrysler Group continues to pick through its vehicles to search for the troublesome Takata airbag inflators, around 88,000 examples of the Dodge Challenger have been added to the recall which has covered millions of vehicles around the United States.