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 Douglas Stansfield Jun 8 2015 - 8:18am

Nissan LEAF Owners have always wanted this to happen, maybe it is closer than you think

New and amazing video shows Nissan's electric sports car ESFLOW in action - something LEAF owners always wanted.

By Denis Flierl Jun 8 2015 - 8:05am

2015 Subaru WRX STI gets 5th consecutive win of season at STPR

The 2015 Subaru WRX STI Rally car driven by David Higgins wins another victory for Subaru at STPR. How close was the race?

By Denis Flierl Jun 8 2015 - 7:51am

All three Subaru STIs get dusted at X Games Austin

The two 2015 Subaru WRX STI GRC cars and Pastrana’s 2014 WRX STI get no medals at X Games. What happened in Austin?

By Denis Flierl Jun 8 2015 - 7:32am

First look at new Hyper Blue Subaru WRX/STI and BRZ coming this fall

Subaru brought two new cars to the Wicked Big Meet this weekend. A 2016 Subaru WRX STI and a 2016 BRZ both in new Hyper Blue. Do you like the new color?

Carlos Ghosn in Self-Driving Nissan LEAF

By Douglas Stansfield Jun 8 2015 - 7:27am

Here is How Nissan's Carlos Ghosn Test Drives Self-Driving LEAF

Have you seen a self-driving Nissan LEAF? A new video shows Nissan's CEO Carlos Chosn test driving self-driving Nissan LEAF and sharing his opinions about when these cars may be on the roads.

By Douglas Stansfield Jun 6 2015 - 9:49pm

Current Leaf Owners Long for One Thing Maybe Nissan will Deliver

Every Nissan LEAF driver has likely experienced a common, typical challenge from time to time, but will Nissan be there with a remedy soon? Every LEAF owner has probably forgotten to plug in the car and experienced that "oh no" feeling of, "I am in trouble now." I can’t remember ever forgetting to plug in my Nissan LEAF, but my wife has. So I do know the feeling.

By Denis Flierl Jun 6 2015 - 8:04am

Is Subaru more concerned about your dog than they are your children? [video]

Subaru continues its support of pet safety through its partnership with the Center for Pet Safety. Why do they put such emphasis on pet safety in their vehicles?

By Douglas Stansfield Jun 5 2015 - 10:56pm

How can BMW improve i3 sales with its dealers and its perception?

When a multinational car company like BMW spends three to four years and three cars to perfect its electric car offering, why are sales so pathetic?

By Aaron Turpen Jun 5 2015 - 6:26pm

2016 Nissan Maxima Enters Showrooms

The all-new 2016 Maxima has entered showrooms around the nation and is now wowing buyers the same way it wowed audiences at its unveils at auto shows globally.

By Aaron Turpen Jun 5 2015 - 6:16pm

Nissan Versa Note Named a Best Car for Recent College Graduates

A popular automotive publication has named the Nissan Versa Note to its list of "10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates." It's obvious why.

By John Goreham Jun 5 2015 - 5:36pm

2015 Mazda3 crosses buyer boundaries

The Mazda3 is the pick for young enthusiasts and families alike

By Patrick Rall Jun 5 2015 - 1:19pm

Hellcat Challenger Deliveries Happening Daily

There has continued to be some speculation as to the progress that the Chrysler Group is making in delivering the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat to dealerships around the country, but dealerships around the country are receiving and delivering the 707 horsepower muscle car every day – and here is the latest piece of proof.

By Patrick Rall Jun 5 2015 - 11:56am

The 2016 Camaro SS Grumbles Through a Car Show

This past weekend, the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS stopped by the MIFBody.com car show in Milford, Michigan, and one of the show’s attendees has posted a video of the 6th gen car leaving – offering us a chance to hear the new LT1 grumble in the new muscle car.

By Douglas Stansfield Jun 5 2015 - 8:47am

A Clear way to fill up your Tesla faster than a Gas Car can with Gas

There are so many people that look at the recharging times of electric cars and swear they will never get one because of the time lag of a recharge. Even though you can fill up your Tesla Model S overnight as you sleep in your garage. Even though you can wake up with a full "tank" every single morning after a good night sleep. Even though, there is a nationwide fast charger network.

2016 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Forester, 2016 Subaru Legacy

By Denis Flierl Jun 5 2015 - 8:07am

3 new Subaru STARLINK features are coming that could save your life [video]

2016 Subaru Outback, Forester and Legacy will get STARLINK in-vehicle technology that’s about entertainment, it’s also an owners link to keeping them safe. How could it save your life? The new package includes Stolen Vehicle Recovery Service, Vehicle Security Alarm Notification, Remote Lock/Unlock, Remote Horn and Lights and Remote Vehicle Locator.

By Patrick Rall Jun 4 2015 - 2:24pm

The SRT Tomahawk is One Amazing Video Game Concept

Earlier this week, the Chrysler Group and the makers of PlayStation’s Gran Turismo 6 introduced the SRT Tomahawk; the newest member of the Vision Gran Turismo series and unquestionably one of most amazing concept cars that we have seen from the Chrysler Group - perhaps ever.

By Douglas Stansfield Jun 4 2015 - 11:33am

In 2020 You Won't Be Driving Yourself to Work and How That Will Change Your Life

At this point, there have been many articles about self driving cars or autonomous cars. Elon Musk, GM and Google have all pointed to the future being filled with these types of cars. The promise is that safety will increase and tens of thousands of accidents will be eliminated.

By Patrick Rall Jun 4 2015 - 11:15am

2016 Camaro Turbo Not Likely to Challenge Mustang EcoBoost in the US

When the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro was introduced last month in Detroit, we learned that the new generation GM muscle car would come with a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine similar to that offered in the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost, but based on the specifications of the Camaro turbo 4, it seems very unlikely that GM will see the same success from their fuel-sipping model as Ford does – at least not in the United States.

By Patrick Rall Jun 4 2015 - 10:19am

Hennessey 2015 Ford Mustang Hits 207mph

After nearing the 200 mile per hour barrier a few months back, John Hennessey and his team took his 2015 Ford Mustang GT back into their Texas shop for some new improvements and as a result, Hennessey’s Mustang GT recorded an impressive top speed of 207.9 miles per hour.

By Denis Flierl Jun 4 2015 - 8:17am

6 new Toyota GT86 models get special motorsport classic liveries

Toyota will give special recognition to their motorsport heritage with six GT86 models at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Will they make it to production?

By Denis Flierl Jun 4 2015 - 8:03am

Subaru Outback beats all other sedans and wagons under $30K [video]

The New England Motor Press Association votes the 2015 Subaru Outback the best in class sedan or wagon under $30K. What does NEMPA like about Outback?

By Parks McCants Jun 3 2015 - 7:05pm

Honda’s updated response to consumer reported 2015 Honda CR-V vibration

Because Honda cares as much about our CR-V readers as we do...

By Parks McCants Jun 3 2015 - 5:36pm

2016 Honda Fit, HR-V on track for record sales year

Looking to the numbers American Honda’s “one-two” sub compact punch is on path to a record setting sales year with 12,720 + units sold in May.

By John Goreham Jun 3 2015 - 5:07pm

Lexus IS250 GS300 carbon build-up - What you need to know

If you own a Lexus IS250 or GS300, your engine may have a carbon build-up issue. Here is what to do and why you should not worry.

By Aaron Turpen Jun 3 2015 - 2:30pm

2015 Nissan Murano Takes New England Motor Press Award

The New England Motor Press Association fell in love with the 2015 Murano and voted it the Best in Class SUV/Crossover $28,000-$40,000" at their annual Automotive Excellence Awards.

By Patrick Rall Jun 3 2015 - 12:03pm

Dodge Challenger Posts Best Monthly Sales Ever in May

The sales numbers for May 2015 are in and once again, the Dodge Challenger posted very strong sales figures, with 7,438 units sold comfortably eclipsing the previous monthly sales record for the modern Mopar muscle car – thanks in part to the continued delivery process of the 707hp SRT Hellcat package.

By Patrick Rall Jun 3 2015 - 11:33am

Fully Restored Corvette Museum Skydome to Reopen Next Month

Roughly 16 months ago, a sinkhole under the floor of the National Corvette Museum Skydome exhibit opened up and swallowed eight Corvette show cars, but the fully restored display area will reopen next month in the same form as before the Earth tried to claim those special American sports cars.

By Patrick Rall Jun 3 2015 - 10:54am

Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Packs More HP, Less TQ than Camaro Z28

Ford Motor Company has announced the official power figures for the flat plane 5.2L V8 in the Shelby GT350 Mustang and with 526 horsepower and 429lb-ft of torque, the newest super-Stang packs more horsepower than the Chevrolet Camaro Z28 while the Chevy offers more peak torque.

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Continental Kit Spare Tire

By John Goreham Jun 3 2015 - 9:52am

Mazda testing 2016 MX-5 Miata Continental Kit option

Owners of Mazda Miatas have struggled with the spare tire issue since 2006. No more.

By Denis Flierl Jun 3 2015 - 9:19am

AWD is sizzling hot at Subaru, what’s wrong with the icy rear drive BRZ?

All-wheel-drive Subaru models are selling well except for the rear-drive 2015 Subaru BRZ sports coupe. What’s wrong with BRZ?

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