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 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?

By Denis Flierl Jun 3 2015 - 7:56am

Subaru Outback named one of "10 Best Family Cars" for having 6 essential features

Parents magazine and Edmunds revealed their annual 10 Best Family Cars list for 2015. What impressed them most about the new 2015 Subaru Outback?

By Douglas Stansfield Jun 2 2015 - 11:44am

Why Aren't Consumers Willing to Buy Used Chevy Volts with Higher Mileage

Recent reports state that there are 6,000 2015 Chevy Volts on Dealer lots.

2015 Toyota Tacoma outsells the Chevy Colorado 2 to 1

By John Goreham Jun 2 2015 - 11:40am

2015 Toyota Tacoma outsells all-new Chevy Colorado 2 to 1

Toyota’s expanded manufacturing capacity comes on-line, and Tacoma sales jump 31%

By Denis Flierl Jun 2 2015 - 8:37am

Japan only 2016 Subaru BRZ STI is coming soon

Subaru is introducing a new BRZ STI in the Japan market on June 30. Is this the BRZ STI fans have been waiting for?

By Denis Flierl Jun 2 2015 - 8:26am

These BMWs will make you run to your nearest EMT training

BMW unveiled the most potent group of emergency response vehicles on the planet. What would you do if you had these at your disposal?

By Denis Flierl Jun 2 2015 - 8:18am

Subaru Outback gets small price increase and 3 new refinements for 2016

Subaru announced pricing for the 2016 Outback. It comes with new refinements and a small price increase. What new for 2016?

By Denis Flierl Jun 2 2015 - 8:09am

Subaru Legacy gets a more refined ride for 2016

Subaru announces pricing on the 2016 Legacy sedan and it comes with new refinements. What’s new for the 2016 model?

By Parks McCants Jun 1 2015 - 6:38pm

American Honda expands 2016 Civic lineup without wagon varient

Honda fans ask for more and get it as American Honda expands, improves and reinvents the entire Civic lineup. Were's my wagon?

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata - steering may not match NC

By John Goreham Jun 1 2015 - 5:08pm

Will the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata steer as well as past versions?

The first two test drive reports are in. Both say the steering is not as tight as the prior generation.

By Parks McCants Jun 1 2015 - 5:05pm

America Shuns Hybrid EV Option: The road back to $5 Per Gallon Gasoline

262 Billion miles driven in March 2015. Where's cheap gasoline taking the future of automotive development and your personal fuel economy? America's headed back to $5 per gallon gasoline.

By Denis Flierl Jun 1 2015 - 12:39pm

2015 Subaru WRX STI’s first GRC race a big disappointment

Subaru’s two 2015 Subaru WRX STI Global Rallycross cars finished near the bottom of the standings this weekend. What happened to the new 2015 STIs?

2015 Toyota Sienna AWD named best winter van

By John Goreham Jun 1 2015 - 11:42am

2015 Toyota Sienna AWD named best all-weather minivan

The New England Motor Press name the Toyota Sienna AWD the best vehicle in its class for winter driving.

2006 2012 Toyota RAV4 best pre-owned vehicle

By John Goreham Jun 1 2015 - 10:26am

2006-2012 Toyota RAV4 named best pre-owned vehicle

According to the NEMPA/WheelsTV’s respected panel, the Toyota RAV4 is the best pre-owned vehicle in the U.S. marketplace.

New Subaru 7-seater SUV, 2015 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Jun 1 2015 - 7:28am

Subaru keeps preventive safety performance a high priority

Subaru’s new 7-seater MPV 2015 Crossover 7 achieves the top safety award from JNCAP in Japan. How many other Subaru vehicles have achieved this top award?

Jann Mardenborough, Gaetan Paletou, Ricardo Sanchez at PRO-AM Blancpain

By Aaron Turpen May 29 2015 - 4:09pm

GT Academy Winners Take Podiums on 3 Continents

At Silverstone, during a lead-up to Le Mans, and in the new Micra Cup, three Nissan GT Academy winners took the podium at three separate events on three continents. All roads lead to Le Mans.

By Parks McCants May 28 2015 - 5:29pm

Hey North America, what’s your Honda ‘Real-World’ average mpg?

Perusing the world press we learn that next month Honda will attempt a new “Guinness World Record” hyper-mpg run on the highways and byways of the European Union. Torque News wants-to-know your “Real-World” mpg experienced in North America.

By Parks McCants May 28 2015 - 3:36pm

American Honda takes extraordinary measures in wake of latest Takata recall

Bottom Line: In the wake of the largest product recall in U.S. history, American Honda Motors wants you to come in and participate. What’s Honda doing to facilitate the recall?

By Douglas Stansfield May 28 2015 - 9:13am

Nissan Can Avert LEAF Pending Crisis If It Makes This Single Change

Nissan’s recent offer to existing LEAF lease holders of $5000 to reduce their residual value has presented an interesting dilemma for the automaker.

By Douglas Stansfield May 27 2015 - 4:10pm

EVs are Smoking Hot, They Don't Normally Catch Fire

A Car was on Fire on Saturday in Kaufman County Texas over the weekend and a strong smell of fuel was reported. To our surprise it wasn’t a Chevy Volt, or Tesla or Nissan Leaf according to reports. It was a gas car fire. The Story didn’t even state what type of car it was; however, from the video you can tell it wasn’t one of the three vehicles I referenced above.

By Douglas Stansfield May 27 2015 - 3:42pm

You Might Be Taxed for Every Mile You Drive

Next time you drive your green car Nissan Leaf, Chevy Volt, or Tesla S to name a few, you could be paying a tax on every mile you drive.

By Patrick Rall May 27 2015 - 2:47pm

2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Recalled for Extreme Underbody Temperatures

Ford Motor Company has issued a voluntary recall of the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost over a concern that in the right situations, extreme underbody temperatures could cause damage to the fuel tank, the fuel system and the brake lines – leading to a myriad of possible problems and safety risks.

By Patrick Rall May 27 2015 - 1:46pm

2015 Dodge Charger Beats Chevrolet Camaro in Kansas Funny Car Finals

The 2015 Dodge Charger funny car continued its dominance of the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series this past weekend in Kansas, as Jack Beckman beat the Chevrolet Camaro driven by the legendary John Force in the finals – Beckman’s second win of the year and the sixth in eight events for the 2015 Charger.

By Patrick Rall May 27 2015 - 10:12am

Community Views on the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro

Since the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro debuted 12 days ago on Detroit’s Belle Isle, we have received a great many comments from readers who both love and hate the new design, so we reached out to a pair of Camaro community leaders to see what they think of the 6th gen Camaro.

By Parks McCants May 26 2015 - 4:48pm

Honda Civic Vs Toyota Corolla, both lease for under $6 per day

Which maker actually presents the better lease deal for you. Torque News looks to the $ numbers.

By Patrick Rall May 26 2015 - 3:45pm

Hellcat Challenger Makes Possible Record Quarter Mile Run (Video)

The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat that we featured a few weeks ago while running a handful of high ten second runs was back on the track this weekend with incredible results – running even quicker and posting what could be record quarter mile times for the 707 horsepower Mopar muscle car.

By Patrick Rall May 26 2015 - 1:15pm

Cadillac ATS-V Could Get the Camaro Z28 LS7

While the new Cadillac ATS-V is an awesome compact performance sedan with a twin turbo V6 putting out 464hp and 445tq, Motor Trend has reported that General Motors is working on an even higher performance ATS-V that will pack the LS7 V8 that currently motivates the Chevrolet Camaro Z28.

By Patrick Rall May 26 2015 - 12:27pm

Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Pricing Leaked, Starting Under $50k

The folks at Mustang6g have gotten ahold of the pricing for the 2016 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang and it is much lower than we expected, with pricing beginning under $50k for the GT350 while the GT350R starts just over $60k – making the new GT350 pairing an incredible bargain in the current performance car market.

By Denis Flierl May 26 2015 - 7:05am

BMW gives away two sports cars at BMW PGA Championship

BMW gave away a 2015 M4 Coupe and a i8 sports car this week at the BMW PGA Championship. Has this ever happened before?

By Denis Flierl May 26 2015 - 6:51am

Sport Package takes 2016 Subaru WRX to the next level

Installing the STI Sport Package mods on the 2016 Subaru WRX will give it more power and a more engaging driving experience. There are 3 essential mods.

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