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.

Roush Exhaust 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost

By Patrick Rall Feb 4 2015 - 4:38pm

2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost with Roush Exhaust Sounds Delightfully Turbolicious

The 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost brings a whole new type of buyer into the pony car family and the new Roush cat-back exhaust system for the next generation Mustangs powered by the turbocharged 2.3L 4-cylinder is an incredible upgrade for those owners looking to let their modern turbo Mustang clear its throat just as loudly as the V8 cars.

By Patrick Rall Feb 4 2015 - 3:53pm

Dodge Viper ACR Approved for Production, Here's What to Expect

Dodge got everyone’s attention at the 2014 SEMA Show when they introduced a Viper ACR Concept that looked very much like a production friendly model and according to an insider who spoke with Allpar, the Viper American Club Racer will become a production reality this summer.

By Patrick Rall Feb 4 2015 - 1:46pm

2015 Corvette Stingray Crushes AWD Tesla P85D (Video)

A video has surfaced showing the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray drag racing against the all-wheel drive Tesla Model S P85D and unlike the video showing the Tesla victimizing a Hellcat Challenger with a terrible driver, the pilot of this new Corvette shows the electric sedan how it’s done – even though the Corvette has far less power and rear wheel drive.

By Patrick Rall Feb 4 2015 - 11:19am

Listen to the Focus RS EcoBoost Roar as Ken Block Hoons It Up (Video)

Yesterday morning, Ford Motor Company introduced the first Focus RS that will be sold in the USA and today, we have a video that lets us hear the high performance EcoBoost engine that is borrowed from the Mustang as the ultimate hoonigan – Mr. Ken Block – puts the Focus RS through the paces in and around the German production facility.

By Denis Flierl Feb 4 2015 - 8:46am

New Subaru WRX/STI is riding high now but competition is coming

The new-generation 2015 Subaru WRX/STI leads the brand’s lineup in percentage of sales increase. How will Subaru respond to the new hot hatch from Ford?

By Denis Flierl Feb 4 2015 - 8:15am

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution isn’t going away quietly

The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is going away after this year. How are performance fans responding?

By Joseph Scott Feb 3 2015 - 10:41pm

The Jaguar 2016 AWD and Manual F-Type details emerge

We are close to the release of the new AWD (All Wheel Drive) Jaguar F-Type and more details are coming out and you will be able to order with optional manual gear box.

By Parks McCants Feb 3 2015 - 8:12pm

2016 Acura ILX design hints to serious sportitude

What can we say? Without speaking to specific price, performance specifications(Acura won't let us yet,) and drive impressions, we can tell you that 2016 ILX carries the TLX “sportitude” forward through the line-up.

By Patrick Rall Feb 3 2015 - 7:39pm

2015 Ford Mustang Spurs Sales Boom, Stomping Camaro in January Sales

The dealership rollout of the 2015 Ford Mustang is complete, giving pretty much every prospective buyer in the US a chance to walk into their local Ford dealership and drive out in a next generation Mustang – thus allowing the redesigned pony car to destroy the competition in January 2015 sales.

By Patrick Rall Feb 3 2015 - 4:46pm

Even in an Awful Month, Corvette Pummels Porsche Car Sales

The Chevrolet Corvette posted its worst sales month since the new C7 Stingray was introduced in October 2013, but even in a record-low month – the Corvette still comfortably outsold the next closest premium performance car sold in America, beating the Porsche 911 by a rate of almost 2-to-1.

By Patrick Rall Feb 3 2015 - 2:51pm

Dodge Scores Big Points with 2015 Challenger Super Bowl Ad

There were a great many popular commercials during this year’s Super Bowl broadcast, but the 2015 Dodge Challenger 392 Shaker and a collection of very old people to grab the attention of viewers during the NFL’s championship debut – and what is arguably the biggest advertising day for the American market every year.

By Patrick Rall Feb 3 2015 - 1:30pm

The Ford Focus RS Brings Mustang EcoBoost Power, AWD to the US

The next generation Ford Focus RS made its grand global debut this morning and, as expected, the first Focus RS sold in the USA will be powered by an advanced all-wheel drive system and the same EcoBoost engine that powers the 2015 Ford Mustang – except the Focus will pack even more power.

By Aaron Turpen Feb 3 2015 - 12:07pm

Nissan Super Bowl Ad Unveiled 2016 Maxima Sports Sedan Surprise

While millions watched the heartfelt "With Dad" Super Bowl advertisement from Nissan, most were unaware that the ad spot also unveiled the 2016 Maxima for the first time.

By John Goreham Feb 3 2015 - 9:57am

Which is safer 2015 Toyota Prius or Chevy Suburban?

The obvious answer may not be the right answer. Let’s look at some data.

By Denis Flierl Feb 3 2015 - 8:41am

BMW entices M4 customers to load up with expensive options [video]

BMW released a new video to entice customers to buy a large array of options. Do they make the new BMW M4 any faster?

By Denis Flierl Feb 3 2015 - 8:12am

STI reduces hp and pumps up torque in new WRX STI All Japan rally car [video]

Toshihiro Arai will pilot the new 2015 Subaru WRX STI in the All Japan Rally Championship. This STI gets a very different power curve from the production model.

By Joseph Scott Feb 3 2015 - 12:21am

Jaguar’s F-Type, the consumers are talking again

How will the Jaguar F-Type perform in the long haul? The styling and performance are home runs, but consumers buy this car to drive for a long time and they want to enjoy the experience every day.

By John Goreham Feb 2 2015 - 8:27pm

KBB says this 2015 Lexus RC 350 Superbowl commercial ranked best

Kelly Blue Book measured the web traffic resulting from the automotive-related Superbowl advertisements, and this one was the clear winner.

By John Goreham Feb 2 2015 - 1:16pm

Lexus RX350, Toyota Highlander have zero driver deaths in study

The AWD Lexus RX350 and Toyota Highlander prove incredibly safe for the model years 2008 through 2011, the most recent years covered in a new study.

By John Goreham Feb 2 2015 - 12:17pm

Toyota Camry Safety 1991 through 2011 - Unintended acceleration effects hard to find

The sudden acceleration hysteria vilified the Camry. Was it real, and was the Camry less safe than other cars its type?

By Parks McCants Feb 2 2015 - 9:33am

2016 Acura ILX A-SPEC ‘Catch it if you can’

We like a good story 'spin' as much as the next guy. Acura’s second to none in building pent up consumer anticipation when it comes to the release of a new car or SUV. Will TLX performance live up to the Hype? We find out this week.

By John Goreham Feb 2 2015 - 9:16am

Watch Lexus transform the 2015 GS into the GS F – Video

This new Lexus video explains why the GS F is so special.

By Denis Flierl Feb 2 2015 - 8:20am

Subaru Legacy only one of 9 cars on IIHS list with zero deaths

Subaru Legacy recorded driver death rates of zero in a periodic study by the IIHS. Does this mean Legacy is the safest mid-size sedan?

By Denis Flierl Feb 2 2015 - 7:44am

5 exclusive BMW M4 DTM Champion Editions heading to Japan

Japan will be getting 5 examples of the Marco Wittmann 2015 BMW M4 DTM Champion Edition model. What sets it apart?

By Denis Flierl Feb 1 2015 - 8:13am

Video update: 2015 Subaru WRX STI jumps to quick win at Sno*Drift rally in its debut

The 2015 Subaru WRX STI rally car wins the Sno*Drift rally in Atlanta, Michigan. How did they get the car dialed in so quickly?

By Joseph Scott Jan 31 2015 - 10:00pm

Why David Beckham’s Jaguar TV commercial is the best yet

TV ads are some of the most anticipated part of the Super Bowl because everybody wants to see the best ones, but I’m here to say that my new favorite TV ad is from China and features a Jaguar.

By Joseph Scott Jan 31 2015 - 8:35pm

Hot Rod Jaguar headed across the auction block

Most Jaguars are kept stock, but a wicked looking Lister Jaguar XJS 7.0 liter Le Mans Coupe will roll across the auction block at Stoneleigh Park near Coventry.

By Parks McCants Jan 31 2015 - 4:30pm

2015 Honda CR-V: It’s those little things that make the difference

Despite a higher retail price than much of the competition, Honda CR-V has held its position as the number one selling SUV in North America 10 years running. Sometimes, it’s those ‘little things’ that make the difference.

By Parks McCants Jan 31 2015 - 2:40pm

2015 Acura TLX features ‘Less bounce per mile’ through superior engineering

Taking a closer look at TLX we discover how Acura smooths out your ride through advanced engineering. This premium sports-sedan features the best ride in the segment. Here’s how.

By Denis Flierl Jan 31 2015 - 8:24am

New WRX STI needs right tires to excel in deep powder at Sno* Drift Rally [video]

The 2015 Subaru WRX STI leads after 8 stages at Sno* Drift Rally. Tire choice can make the difference between winning and losing.

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