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.

1988 Jaguar XJR-9 Race Car goes to auction

By Joseph Scott Dec 29 2014 - 10:51pm

Get your bidder paddle ready, a rare Jaguar going to auction!

Let the bidding begin! A rare Jaguar race car is going to auction in 2015 and it’s not only race proven, but it’s a 1990 Daytona 24 hour race winner.

By Parks McCants Dec 29 2014 - 8:34pm

2015 Honda CR-V may be safest SUV in North America

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety(IIHS) has rated 9 Honda, Acura vehicles as top safety picks for 2015. Is CR-V the safest small SUV in North America?

By Patrick Rall Dec 29 2014 - 5:45pm

The C7 Corvette Daytona Prototype Racer Looks Championship Ready

The first images of the C7 Corvette Daytona Prototype racecar have been released and this dark blue beauty looks primed and ready to back up this year’s championship in the IMSA Tudor United SportCar Championship endurance racing series.

By Patrick Rall Dec 29 2014 - 4:55pm

The Upcoming F150 Raptor Could Be Powered by the EcoBeast

Ford Motor Company has moved to trademark the name EcoBeast, which I believe could be the name of the EcoBoost engine that could power the upcoming 2016 Ford F150 Raptor – with more power than we have seen from any other production EcoBoost engine.

By Patrick Rall Dec 29 2014 - 1:22pm

Tale of the Tape: 2016 Cadillac CTS-V VS 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat

Now that General Motors has announced the new 2016 Cadillac CTS-V with the drivetrain from the 2015 Corvette Z06, the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat finally has some competition from another Detroit automaker and today, we take a look at how these two super-sedans will match up.

Signature Edition GT500 Mustang Super Snake

By Patrick Rall Dec 29 2014 - 11:53am

Shelby Rolls Out One Last Special Mustang GT500 Super Snake Package

Although the performance world has turned its attention to the new Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang, the folks at Shelby American have rolled out one final limited edition package for the previous generation GT500 Mustang – with the new Signature Edition Super Snake packing up to 850 horsepower.

2014 Jaguar F-Type at Jaguar Performance Driving Academy

By Joseph Scott Dec 29 2014 - 10:55am

Jaguar offers the performance test drive of a lifetime

Are you ready for an adrenaline rush that will leave you wanting more? The Jaguar Performance Driving Academy begs for you get behind the wheel and take a new Jaguar to the limits.

By John Goreham Dec 29 2014 - 9:50am

2015 Audi A3 2.0T Quattro vs. Mazda3 s Grand Touring: Which to buy?

In our continuing series, we turn our attention to two small sedans with a surprising number of similarities.

2015 Subaru Forester tS, 2015 Subaru Forester XT

By Denis Flierl Dec 29 2014 - 8:58am

New 2015 Forester STI won’t be rocking NAIAS

The new 2015 Subaru Forester tS is making its show debut at the Tokyo Auto Salon next month.

By Denis Flierl Dec 29 2014 - 8:11am

Dynamic 2015 BMW M3/M4 twins score big in 2014

The 2015 BMW M3 Sedan and M4 Coupe received multiple awards in 2014, and there’s more to come.

By Joseph Scott Dec 28 2014 - 11:02pm

Classic showcase, 1973 Jaguar XKE Series 3 Roadster

Most cars from the early 70’s were not that sought after, but that’s not the case for the 1973 XKE from Jaguar. This V12 Roadster was ahead of its time and still looks good beside today’s cars.

By Denis Flierl Dec 28 2014 - 8:28am

Mitsubishi announces 473 hp 2015 Lancer Evolution X Final Edition

It’s the last 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X model and it’s going out with a big bang.

By Denis Flierl Dec 28 2014 - 8:01am

First 2015 BMW M4 Convertible from EAS gets unique blacked-out look

The first 2015 BMW M4 Convertibles are arriving and this Black Sapphire beauty is already getting a new look.

By Parks McCants Dec 27 2014 - 9:47pm

2015 Acura MDX SH-AWD the ultimate snow mobile

Super Handling All Wheel Drive(SH-AWD) is the key to Acura MDX stability and subsequent safety while driving through extreme winter conditions. How does it work?

By Amie Williams Dec 27 2014 - 9:07am

Tesla’s New Roadster 3.0 Said to Travel 400 Miles on One Charge

It’s safe to say that Tesla is the king of high-end electric cars. A Christmas announcement came straight from the Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla Motors, and it’s a good one we might add. The company’s new Roadster 3.0 has received quite the upgrade, one that will allow it to travel 400 miles on one single charge. That will allow the car to go 40-50 percent longer than other vehicles, and being 15 percent more aerodynamic doesn’t hurt.

By Denis Flierl Dec 27 2014 - 8:41am

Stock 2015 BMW M3/M4 is track-ready with this special feature [video]

It’s called Adaptive M suspension and it turns the 2015 BMW M3/M4 from a finely tailored suit into a trained assassin.

By Aaron Turpen Dec 26 2014 - 11:58pm

2015 Infiniti Q50 and Q70 Score Top Safety Pick+ Ratings

New numbers from crash testing at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety have the Infiniti Q50 flagship sedan and its larger sibling, the Q70, coming out with top honors.

By Aaron Turpen Dec 26 2014 - 11:39pm

From Russia With Love: Fastest European GT-R is Russian Godzilla

A quarter mile in 7.81 seconds at 178 miles per hour is a Russian-tuned Godzilla on steroids, grabbing the European title for fastest GT-R.

By Joseph Scott Dec 26 2014 - 9:00pm

It’s a long way to the top, but Jaguar is ready to leap

Jaguar is banking on continued success with their new car lineup and with the tools the all-new XE is equipped with it sounds more like a futuristic fighter jet ready for takeoff!

By Parks McCants Dec 26 2014 - 8:24pm

2015 Acura TLX takes top safety honors in segment

With this year’s qualifying contingencies closely tied to active electronic accident avoidance, Acura TLX earns 2015 IIHS Top Safety Pick + rating; here’s why.

By Amie Williams Dec 26 2014 - 7:41pm

Rumor: Mercedes to Jump on EV Bandwagon with "Ecoluxe" Brand

Electric vehicles are all the rage now, and even luxury car manufacturers may be jumping on board. With the Tesla being a sleek and increasingly popular car, Mercedes may want a slice of that EV pie.

By Denis Flierl Dec 26 2014 - 4:25pm

New WRX/STI and LEVORG keep Subaru from having a bad Christmas

If it wasn’t for the Subaru 2015 WRX/STI performance sedans and LEVORG sports tourer, Subaru wouldn’t be celebrating much in their home market.

By John Goreham Dec 26 2014 - 3:20pm

2015 Mazda3 s 2.5 manual Grand Touring exceeds expectations

The Mazda3 with its larger engine and manual transmission is better than you hoped.

By Armen Hareyan Dec 26 2014 - 2:17pm

This is The Most Powerful Cadillac To Date

The ‪Cadillac‬ ‪CTS-V‬ packs he same ‪LT4‬ engine as the new ‪Chevrolet‬ ‎Corvette‬ ‪Z06‬, but the big Caddy could offer more consistent performance than the most track capable Vette of all time.

By Patrick Rall Dec 26 2014 - 1:40pm

The Cadillac CTS-V Could Offer More Consistent Performance than the Corvette Z06

The 2016 Cadillac CTS-V will be powered by the same LT4 V8 as the 2015 Corvette Z06 and even though the high performance Caddy has slightly lower power ratings than the newest super-Vette – the 2016 CTS-V could actually offered more consistent performance over extended periods of high performance driving.

By Joseph Scott Dec 26 2014 - 1:20pm

Jaguar intends to stir it up a bit in 2015

The automotive world will be anxiously waiting to see if the 2016 Jaguar XE lives up to the hype. The all-new compact premium sports sedan will hit the streets ready to stir the melting pot of current cars.

By Patrick Rall Dec 26 2014 - 12:53pm

The Biggest Factor Preventing a Hellcat Jeep - Challenger/Charger Success

Mopar fans and lovers of very fast SUVs have been clamoring for a Hellcat version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT and while a 707 horsepower Jeep would be incredible – the success of the Hellcat Challenger and the expect popularity of the Hellcat Charger are likely the biggest issues preventing the Chrysler Group from dropping the supercharged Hemi into a Grand Cherokee in the near future.

By Patrick Rall Dec 26 2014 - 12:11pm

Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang #1 to be Auctioned for Charity

If you want to take a shot at buying the very first new Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang, you will be able to do so at the upcoming Barrett Jackson Scottsdale Auction, but with the proceeds of the auction benefitting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation – we can expect to see this track ready pony go for very big money.

2016 Fiat Abarth Spyder MX-5 Mazda Miata

By John Goreham Dec 26 2014 - 10:32am

Rumor mill abuzz with 2016 Fiat Spyder Abarth Mazda Miata speculation

Will the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata-based Fiat be an Abarth, a Spyder or an Abarth Spyder?

By John Goreham Dec 26 2014 - 10:10am

2015 Toyota Prius sets the industry standard for safety in hybrids

The most popular green car in the world also has the highest safety rating.

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