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 Apr 1 2015 - 12:55pm

The Cadillac CT6 is Surprisingly Light, Predictably Plush

After months of speculation, the gorgeous new Cadillac CT6 has made its grand debut at the 2015 New York International Auto Show, ushering in the new naming scheme, a new engine and a new top of the line luxury sedan to the GM family.

By John Goreham Apr 1 2015 - 11:49am

Lexus Sticks with two rows for 2016 RX 350 - photos

Much to dealers’ dismay the new 2016 RX has not grown a row.

By Patrick Rall Apr 1 2015 - 11:47am

Low Ford GT Production Prevents Real Street Cred, Could Cause Record Markups

The official word has surfaced that there will only be 250 examples of the 2017 Ford GT supercar built annually for the entire world, guaranteeing sales success but also guaranteeing that this car will never pose a real threat to the likes of the Chevrolet Corvette or Dodge Viper in terms of real world performance credentials.

By Denis Flierl Apr 1 2015 - 7:05am

2015 WRX STI Global Rallycross car revealed: Full photo gallery

Subaru will debut the new 2015 WRX STI Global Rallycross race car at the New York International Auto Show. What new changes will be coming for 2015?

By Denis Flierl Apr 1 2015 - 6:56am

BMW M4 MotoGP Safety Car gets tangible boost in performance with water injection

The “Official Car of MotoGP”, the 2015 BMW M4 with innovative water injection took to the track for the first time. How much more power does it get?

By Patrick Rall Mar 31 2015 - 5:45pm

Dodge Plans to Build 1,000 More Hellcat Chargers, Challengers

The 2015 Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger powered by the 707 horsepower Hellcat Hemi remain locked out of the order banks at dealerships around the country, but in an effort to meet the crazy high demand of these record-setting muscle cars, Dodge has ordered 1,000 examples of the supercharged Hemi to be built – although it is unclear what number that 1,000 is being added to.

By John Goreham Mar 31 2015 - 4:28pm

New Bridgestone tire targets Lexus IS and RC performance models

Bridgestone’s new tire designed for cars like the ISF and RC F

By Parks McCants Mar 31 2015 - 1:25pm

Rumors of Civic 5 door for North America coming from Honda UK

With a major expansion penciled in for the Swindon, United Kingdom Honda plant, Civic Hatchback fans speculate as to an imported 2016, turbocharged 5 door for North America.

By Patrick Rall Mar 31 2015 - 12:54pm

Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang to Pack at Least 520hp

When the Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang was first introduced last year, the Motor Company promised that the new flat plane V8 engine would deliver at least 500 horsepower and 400lb-ft of torque, but new comments made by a Ford exec indicate that it will be at least 520 horsepower.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 31 2015 - 9:53am

Has Pennzoil Made the Best Hellcat Drifting Video?

About five days ago on March 25, Pennzoil unveiled an ad featuring a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat in it. Some auto enthusiasts have already named it as the best Hellcat video made so far.

By Denis Flierl Mar 31 2015 - 8:47am

Will iconic Subaru WRX STI meet challenge from Ford’s hot hatch Focus RS?

The new 2016 Ford Focus makes its official debut at NYIAS this weekend. How will this new competition from Ford affect Subaru’s 2015 WRX STI?

By Denis Flierl Mar 31 2015 - 8:33am

First customer takes delivery of ultra exclusive BMW M4 DTM Champion Edition

The BMW M4 DTM Champion Edition is super expensive and ultra-exclusive. The first customer took delivery of the Marco Wittmann model.

By Craig Couture Mar 30 2015 - 10:42pm

McLaren Is Expanding Faster Than Starbucks

While you won't see a new McLaren every time you venture out in your hometown, your chances of spotting the exclusive marque in the wild are getting better.

By Brian Rutter Mar 30 2015 - 7:29pm

Hellcat Jeep Could Bring Back Respect

By Parks McCants Mar 30 2015 - 6:26pm

Dreams of Honda Ridgeline Hybrid top New York Auto Show speculation

American Honda Motors is pulling off the biggest anticipatory, suspense building announcement in recent memory. Top of the wish and want list for many Ridgeline loyal is a 2016 edition featuring greater fuel economy. How will Honda achieve it?

By Craig Couture Mar 30 2015 - 5:41pm

2015 Mercedes AMG C63 Could Be The Best Euro Performance Value

Affalterbach's answer to the M3 trumps the BMW in power and style. With performance on par with its Munich competition, the C63 may be the performance choice in European sedans.

By Patrick Rall Mar 30 2015 - 4:58pm

Hellcat Charger Top Speed Record Challenged by BMW

The new Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat is the quickest and fastest 4-door production sedan in the world, but when the newest Alpina version of the BMW M5 arrives later this year with 591 horsepower and 590lb-ft of torque, it will have a top speed that will challenge that of the 707 horsepower Charger.

By John Goreham Mar 30 2015 - 4:15pm

New 2016 MX-5 Miata prices and trims set by Mazda

One part of the new 2016 Mazda Miata stays the same. Its value.

By Armen Hareyan Mar 30 2015 - 2:57pm

How a 5.0 Mustang GT Can Sound

TorqueNews reader This is my Ford Mustang 2013 GT - SWEETGT. "I bought her new the minute I saw the new 2013 body styles.

By Patrick Rall Mar 30 2015 - 2:19pm

Listen to the Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Roar in the Wild

We have seen the new Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang in person at a couple auto shows and we have even gotten a chance to hear the new high performance pony cars rev their engines in and around the displays, but this new video showing a Shelby GT350 test car out in the wild still grabs my attention.

By Patrick Rall Mar 30 2015 - 12:24pm

The New Lincoln Continental Concept is a Stunning Glimpse of the Future

This morning, the new Lincoln Continental Concept debuted ahead of its grand introduction at the 2015 New York International Auto Show – previewing what will be Ford Motor Company’s next super sedan arriving in dealerships next year.

By Patrick Rall Mar 30 2015 - 10:59am

2016 Chevrolet Camaro Could Weigh Less than the Mustang

General Motors offered up their newest batch of details on the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro today and the most important bit of information is that the 6th generation Camaro will weigh at least 200 pounds less than the comparable outgoing model – which could put it in the same weight range as the 2015 Ford Mustang.

By Denis Flierl Mar 30 2015 - 10:37am

Super-tuned 2015 Scion FR-S by Super Street to appear at NYIAS

At this year’s New York International Auto Show, Scion will feature the 2015 Scion FR-S by Super Street.

By Denis Flierl Mar 30 2015 - 10:28am

2015 Subaru Outback in South Africa: One new model stands out

Subaru just released the new 2015 Outback in South Africa with three models and three powerplants. What makes the Outback unique among SUVs?

By John Goreham Mar 30 2015 - 7:10am

Lexus best luxury value in America – 2015 Vincentric Awards

Vincentric names Lexus the top value luxury brand for 2015.

By Craig Couture Mar 28 2015 - 5:28pm

Can Mercedes AMG and Lewis Hamilton Keep Their Streak Alive in Malaysia?

With the weather wreaking havoc this weekend at the Malaysian Grand Prix, Hamilton takes the pole, but a familiar face was in the rear view mirror.

By Aaron Turpen Mar 28 2015 - 4:29pm

Nissan GT-R NISMO Flies Into Crowd at Nurburgring - End of Mardenborough?

Jann Mardenborough's Nissan GT-R NISMO literally stood on its tailfin and flew into the crowd on a corner of the Nurburgring during the first VLN endurance race, crashing through the safety fence and into spectators, injuring several and killing one.

By Parks McCants Mar 28 2015 - 1:56pm

Eversley takes 2015 Acura TLX-GT to Pole Position St. Petersburg Round 3 (Video)

Taking advantage of Acura TLX-GT all-wheel-drive traction and handling capabilities on a wet St. Petersburg Florida 1.8 mile street course, Real Time Racing’s Ryan Eversley takes the Pole Position for Pirelli World Cup G.T. class in this weekends two race event.

By Patrick Rall Mar 27 2015 - 5:13pm

The Top Ten Chrysler 300 Show Cars from LX Spring Festival

The Chrysler 300 was one of the models that helped to introduce the world to the Chrysler LX platform and while there weren’t as many of the big luxury sedans in the 2015 LX Spring Festival in Irvine, California, the Chrysler 300 owners had just as much to show off as those driving Dodge Challengers and Chargers.

By Patrick Rall Mar 27 2015 - 1:37pm

2016 Ford Mustang Colors Leaked Online

While the most critical bit of information on the 2016 Ford Mustang relates to the new Shelby GT350 and GT350R packages, those who will be buying a higher volume 2016 Mustang will get 10 exterior colors from which to choose, according to a leaked brochure at Mustang6g.com.

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