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 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.

By Denis Flierl Jan 31 2015 - 7:12am

“Maximum Attack” Scion FR-S makes first public appearance since SEMA

The “Maximum Attack” Scion FR-S created by Speedhunters, winner of the 10th annual Tuner Challenge, will be on display at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show.

By Patrick Rall Jan 30 2015 - 6:14pm

3rd Place Corvette from Rolex 24 Disqualified, Finishes Last

he Wayne Taylor Racing #10 Corvette Daytona Prototype ran into a driver seat time issue late in the 2015 Rolex 24 at Daytona that forced driver Jordan Taylor to give up his chance at the win, but after further review by the IMSA officials, the Taylor Corvette was disqualified and moved from 3rd in class to last overall.

By Parks McCants Jan 30 2015 - 5:30pm

2016 Acura ILX: Perfect commuter-sports-sedan-uncompromised

Just 3 years into a successful production run, Acura goes back to the design room with 2016 ILX for what they refer to as a significant refresh. ILX may just be the perfect commuter-sports-sedan-compromised.

By Patrick Rall Jan 30 2015 - 1:02pm

2015 Dodge Charger Hellcat Hits 206mph on Video

Since the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat was introduced back in August as the quickest, the fastest and the most powerful 4-door sedan in the world, there have been some people who questioned the top speed capabilities, but today we have an official video of the 707hp Charger topping 206 miles per hour during testing.

By Patrick Rall Jan 30 2015 - 12:10pm

TopSpeed Imagines the Focus RS Ahead of Feb 3rd Debut (Video)

The image above is a rendering done by the artists at TopSpeed of the upcoming Ford Focus RS, which will make its global debut on February 3rd and mark the first time that the highest performance Ford compact will be sold here in the United States.

By Denis Flierl Jan 30 2015 - 7:21am

New Subaru WRX STI rally car gets significant chassis upgrades [video]

Vermont SportsCar spends one year on chassis development on the new 2015 Subaru WRX STI rally car.

By Parks McCants Jan 29 2015 - 8:04pm

How 2015 Honda Fit earned KBB 'Best Resale Value' award

Known for bulletproof mechanics and reasonable fit and finish, the made in Japan Fit held the line on high resale value. Will the same be true for the manufactured in Mexico Fit? We'll look at how and why 2015 Honda Fit earned KBB's "Best Resale Value" award.

By John Goreham Jan 29 2015 - 6:57pm

John Belushi helps us understand the 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat

A first-hand account of the 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat explained by a classic scene we all know and love.

Prius Camry Hybrids and Fuel Cell Vehicles by Toyota

By John Goreham Jan 29 2015 - 5:59pm

Toyota’s next-gen hybrid and fuel cell technologies take a step forward

Toyota’s promising new silicon carbide Technology moves to the street testing stage.

By Patrick Rall Jan 29 2015 - 3:55pm

Watch the Hellcat Challenger Run Down a 665hp Hennessey SUV

A new video showing the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat racing on the quarter mile against a 665 horsepower, supercharged GMC SUV shows just how well the brawny Mopar muscle car covers ground in a very short distance.

By Joseph Scott Jan 29 2015 - 1:25pm

The Jaguar XE is already winning awards

It did not take long for the all-new Jaguar XE is rack up an award. The XE was just named “Most Beautiful Car of 2014” at Paris Festival.

By Patrick Rall Jan 29 2015 - 12:43pm

GM Recalls a Handful of 2015 Corvette Models for Loose Nuts

General Motors has issued a recall for a very small group of Chevrolet Corvettes over a concern that the a rear suspension component may not have been properly tightened during assembly - which could cause a major drivability issue if it comes completely unfastened.

By Patrick Rall Jan 29 2015 - 10:58am

The Ford Mustang V8 isnt Going Anywhere

There have been some publications insisting that the Ford Mustang V8 is slowly being phased out, with EcoBoost V6 engines replacing them, but any reports that suggest that Ford wants to kill off the V8 is nothing but pure foolishness.

By Denis Flierl Jan 29 2015 - 8:58am

Watch 800hp Toyota GT86 drift on a mountain pass [video]

Fredric Aasbo drifts his 800 horsepower 2JZ Speedhunters Toyota 86-X on a mountain pass in Norway.

By Denis Flierl Jan 29 2015 - 8:31am

4 reasons why i8 will keep BMW number one in performance for decades to come

The BMW i8 receives the “International Paul Pietsch Award” due to its status as an “all-new sports car”

By Aaron Turpen Jan 28 2015 - 11:51pm

McLaren 675LT To Debut at Geneva Show, Reviving the Longtail Moniker

Fans of F1 of the 1990s will recall the McLaren F1 GTR nicknamed "Longtail" that dominated the circuit at the time. Well, it's back as a new McLaren 675LT.

By Joseph Scott Jan 28 2015 - 5:52pm

Jaguar takes flight to help the XE’s aerodynamics (Video)

What do flying in a glider with a world champion and aerodynamics of Jaguar’s all-new XE Sedan have in common? You will be surprised just how much you can learn while flying in an un-powered aircraft.

By Patrick Rall Jan 28 2015 - 3:07pm

Unreserved Hellcat Challenger Available For Sale in Huntsville, Alabama

I have been receiving a great many emails from readers who are trying to find a 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat for sale, but they have been unsuccessful in doing so at their local dealerships, so here is an automotive Public Service Announcement of sorts – there is an unreserved Hellcat Challenger available for sale at Landers McLarty CJD in Huntsville, Alabama.

By Patrick Rall Jan 28 2015 - 2:04pm

Build Your 627hp 2015 Shelby GT Mustang Online Now

While the performance world was so focused on the new Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang that debuted in Detroit, the arrival of the 625 horsepower Shelby GT Mustang almost snuck by without much notice, but today, we bring you the first look at the build page for the next generation Shelby GT.

By Patrick Rall Jan 28 2015 - 1:04pm

The 2015 Corvette Z06 Did Not Lap Nurburgring in 6:59.13

There is a report going around the internet that the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Coupe lapped the famed Nurburgring in just 6 minutes and 59.13 seconds, but General Motors has been quick to point out that these rumors are not accurate.

2015 Dodge Challewnger SRT Hellcat for sale wrecked

By John Goreham Jan 28 2015 - 12:06pm

Update –Wrecked Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat for sale

The Hellcat Challenger is a unique car and not many are likely to come to market totaled. Here’s your chance to buy the most powerful restoration or project car in America.

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, successor?

By Denis Flierl Jan 28 2015 - 8:54am

New Mitsubishi concept won’t be the next Lancer EVO successor

Mitsubishi teases a new Compact SUV Concept before Geneva Motor Show 2015. How will it be related to the new EVO successor?

By Denis Flierl Jan 28 2015 - 8:44am

2015 BMW i3 gets price increase before Super Bowl splash

BMW will raise the price of the 2015 i3 in the U.S. market. 2015 models will be arriving soon.

By Parks McCants Jan 28 2015 - 12:52am

2016 Acura ILX designed to ignite sports-car enthusiasm (Video)

The day of the Integra ‘R’ and ILX 6 speed ‘S’ type is all but a distant memory for many young Acura enthusiasts. Enter the 2016 Acura ILX performance sedan, a small car that’s sure to reignite Acura sports-car enthusiasm.

By Joseph Scott Jan 28 2015 - 12:32am

The Jaguar XE will be your next car

The reviews are in and Jaguar intends to impress you with a car that is everything you need and want. Jaguar’s XE sedan is currently being tested and the praise is plentiful.

By Patrick Rall Jan 27 2015 - 2:54pm

Followup: 2015 Corvette Z06 with Blown Motor Fixed, Racing at Road Atlanta

Last month we brought you the news of a 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 coupe that had blown the motor with just 891 miles on the odometer and today, we are glad to report that General Motors has that C7 super-Vette back up and running – well enough that the driver has had the 650hp beast out to the track at Road Atlanta.

By John Goreham Jan 27 2015 - 1:15pm

Toyota can’t grow 2015 or 2016 Tacoma sales – here’s why

Toyota’s vehicle sales continue to grow faster than the industry rate, but Tundra and Tacoma can’t, and it has nothing to do with the competition.

By Patrick Rall Jan 27 2015 - 12:14pm

Rumors Claim GT350R Mustang Crushed the Camaro Z28 Nurburgring Record

While it has not been confirmed by Ford Motor Company, a rumor floating around the internet suggests that the new Shelby GT350R Mustang has lapped the Nurburgring substantially quicker than the Chevrolet Camaro Z/28, which makes the GT350R the quickest muscle car to lap the Ring – if the rumor is true.

By Patrick Rall Jan 27 2015 - 11:02am

Performance Kits Lift the Dodge Viper to 900 Supercharged Horsepower

While the modern Dodge Viper is one of the most powerful American production cars of all time, the age of adage that there is always someone faster is why The Viper Exchange has rolled out a collection of high performance packages that lift the output from 640hp up to a whopping 900hp.

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