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 Mar 2 2015 - 8:04am

2015 Subaru Levorg expected to be released in Australia

Subaru will bring the new European spec. 2015 Levorg to the Geneva Auto Show this week. Will Australia get the new sports tourer?

By Parks McCants Mar 1 2015 - 11:20pm

2016 Honda HR-V destined for ‘Hot Hatch’ customization

Hot on the trail of last year’s SEMA Show Honda Fit custom auto build, the “best of the best” in the metric-tuner universe will soon focus on morphing Honda’s HR-V into arguably the coolest looking hatchback to come out of Honda Design in a decade.

By Parks McCants Mar 1 2015 - 9:58pm

2016 Honda HR-V owners look to live life large

It’s that thing that happens when affordable function meets exceptional utility and measurable performance. All of a sudden the cost of vehicle ownership falls on the back burner of active living.

By Denis Flierl Mar 1 2015 - 7:40am

2015 Subaru WRX STI dominates white knuckle snow event

David Higgins pilots new 2015 Subaru WRX STI to an icy win at Rally at the 100 Acre Wood 2015.

By Aaron Turpen Mar 1 2015 - 1:21am

Nissan Altima Named On KBB 10 Best List

The 2015 Nissan Altima was named to Kelley Blue Book's "10 Best Sedans Under $25,000" list. KBB chose the Altima for a variety of reasons.

By Parks McCants Feb 28 2015 - 7:17pm

2016 Honda HR-V to redefine compact crossover segment

With manufacturers scrambling to find a balance between corporate profitability and “customer first” built in standard-featured value and safety, Honda has consistently answered the call for “better and more;” in drives 2016 HR-V, a tough vehicle to define by standard industry measures.

By Denis Flierl Feb 28 2015 - 7:35am

4 Enhancements STI made to make the 2015 WRX STI NBR faster

The new 2015 Subaru WRX STI NBR race car is getting ready for the Nurburgring 24-hour race. What changes did STI make with this new car?

By Joseph Scott Feb 27 2015 - 1:36pm

Classic showcase, 1955 Jaguar XK140 DHC

Some cars have a sophisticated look that sets them apart from the rest and the 1955 XK140 is in that category. The clean lines and elegant style on this classic Jaguar is part of what defines the brand.

By Denis Flierl Feb 27 2015 - 9:30am

2015 WRX STI rally car with new livery won’t compete against Ken Block

Subaru Rally Team USA reveals the new 2015 Subaru WRX STI rally car with its new livery. Why won’t Ken Block be at Rally in the 100 Acre Wood?

By Denis Flierl Feb 27 2015 - 9:16am

New Subaru WRX STI NBR undergoes experimental wind tunnel test

Earlier this month, the new 2015 Subaru WRX STI NBR race car underwent new experimental wind tunnel testing. What changes did STI make to the race car?

Jaguar Land Rover Plant in North America

By Joseph Scott Feb 26 2015 - 7:34pm

Jaguar Land Rover indeed looking to build a factory in North America

Reports have been confirmed that Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is strongly considering building a new manufacturing plant in North America, but will it be in the US.

2015 Toyota Prius a Consumer RWeports Top Ten

By John Goreham Feb 26 2015 - 3:37pm

2015 Toyota Prius Still a Consumer Reports Top 10 Pick

Even after all these years, the current Prius is still one of the top 10 cars in Consumer Reports’ minds. Here’s why.

2015 Subaru Outback, 2015 Subaru Forester, 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Feb 26 2015 - 8:14am

Subaru gets blanked from 2015 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study

The 2015 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study is announced and the Subaru brand is nowhere to be found on the list. Is it because of Subaru’s oil consumption lawsuit?

2015 Subaru Outback, 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek, 2015 Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl Feb 26 2015 - 7:57am

How Subaru’s successful run started 14 years ago

Subaru has sponsored the Philadelphia Flower Show for the 14th consecutive year. They bring the 2015 Outback, 2015 XV Crosstrek and 2015 Forester to the show.

By Patrick Rall Feb 25 2015 - 4:49pm

Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Supercharged Badges on Sale Now

Those 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat owners who preferred the “Supercharged” emblems on the front fender rather than the Hellcat head logo can now purchase the original text badge through the Chrysler Group dealership parts network for as little as $40.

American Muscle 12 second EcoBoost Mustang

By Patrick Rall Feb 25 2015 - 3:45pm

American Muscles EcoBoost 2015 Mustang Runs Low 12s with Exhaust (Video)

The American Muscle 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost got a new full exhaust system before hitting the drag strip recently, with significantly better power figures leading to 8th mile ETs that would be in the low 12 second quarter mile range – which is pretty mind-blowing considering how little work has been done to this fuel sipping 4-cylinder.

By Patrick Rall Feb 25 2015 - 2:23pm

History of the Chevrolet Camaro Engines: 5th gen Brings Legendary Power

When the last 2002 Chevrolet Camaro rolled off of the Oshawa Assembly Line, it was believed that we were seeing the final Camaro ever, but after a 7 year hiatus, the Camaro returned for the 2010 model year with a retro look and the newest versions of the LS engine series that powered the end of the 4th generation – with power levels never before seen from a GM muscle car.

By Patrick Rall Feb 25 2015 - 12:54pm

Cadillac CT6 Could Pack Twin Turbo V8, Could be Named LT5 or LTX

During a recent Q&A session with Jalopnik readers, Cadillac boss Johan de Nysschen hinted that the upcoming CT6 full sized luxury super sedan could have a twin turbocharged V8 engine and based on the recent trademark filings by General Motors, that TT V8 could be called the LT5 or LTX.

By Joseph Scott Feb 25 2015 - 12:12pm

Jaguar replacing the XK with an F-Type based XJ Coupe

The time draws near for Jaguar to say goodbye, the XK has come to the end of the road. Will Jaguar pull the covers off a new XJ coupe based on the amazing F-Type?

2015 Subaru Forester, 2015 Subaru Legacy, 2015 Subaru Impreza

By Denis Flierl Feb 25 2015 - 8:36am

Subaru scores hat trick in Consumer Reports Top Picks of 2015 [video]

Consumer Reports picks the 2015 Subaru Forester, Legacy and Impreza as 3 of their 10 Top Picks of 2015.

By Denis Flierl Feb 25 2015 - 8:14am

Subaru Levorg sports tourer wears 2 new liveries

The 2015 Subaru Levorg sports tourer will participate in Japan's largest bicycle road race, the 18th Tour of Japan.

By Joseph Scott Feb 24 2015 - 8:37pm

The Jaguar F-Type was born to win!

How many more awards will the F-Type win before you take a test drive for yourself and find out what all the hype is about? Jaguar keeps on raking in the awards for the F-Type.

By Patrick Rall Feb 24 2015 - 3:26pm

Ford Training Workers in Kansas City for More 2015 F150 Production

The 2015 Ford F150 production began at the company’s Rouge production facility, but with the automaker expecting more F150 demand than Rouge can provide, thousands of workers at the Kansas City truck plant are being trained to build the aluminum bodied half ton pickup.

By Aaron Turpen Feb 24 2015 - 2:59pm

Is the Xterra Going Out To Pasture?

A rumor is circulating to the effect that Nissan plans to retire the Xterra SUV. We reached out to Nissan to find out.

By Patrick Rall Feb 24 2015 - 2:22pm

Kenne Bell Hellcat Blower Kit Takes the Challenger Scat Pack to 901hp

The folks from Hot Rod recently took the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat to the Kenne Bell Performance dyno facility in Rancho Cucamonga, California and during the piece detailing that dyno testing, Hot Rod mentioned that Kenne Bell is working on a Hellcat-like supercharger system for the 2015 Challenger Scat Pack that will lift the output to 901 horsepower.

By Patrick Rall Feb 24 2015 - 12:33pm

History of the Chevrolet Camaro Engines: 4th gen Brings Big Power

As we continue on with our history of the Chevrolet Camaro engine that we started when GM offered up a brief look at the Chevy muscle car history and today, we look at the 4th generation of the Camaro – which ushered in a new look, new engines and much bigger power.

By John Goreham Feb 24 2015 - 11:53am

2015 Toyota Highlander takes third in Consumer Reports People’s Pick Awards

Consumer Reports latest award lets the people do the choosing. Highlander comes very close to the top spot.

RAV4 crash sends vehicle 60 feet down in New Jersey

By John Goreham Feb 24 2015 - 11:13am

Toyota RAV4 plunges 60 feet off roadway; both occupants live

In the latest Toyota/Lexus survival story, two young women drive their RAV4 off of a New Jersey highway and plunge 60 feet. Both are expected to recover.