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 Nov 6 2014 - 5:55pm

GM Debuts C7 Corvette Stingray LT1 Crate Engine at SEMA

One of the biggest announcements at the 2014 SEMA Show was the introduction of the C7 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray LT1 V8 as a crate motor – giving everyone working on a project car the chance to enjoy the powerful new Corvette engine in the vehicle of their choice.

By Patrick Rall Nov 6 2014 - 4:28pm

The Hellcat Powered Dodge Challenger, Charger Almost Didn't Happen

While the new Hellcat Hemi makes the 2015 Dodge Charger the world’s most powerful sedan and the 2015 Dodge Challenger the world’s 6th most powerful sports car, the Hellcat project was suspended for some time with the possibility never starting back up – but persistent members of the SRT team made sure that this supercharged beast did become a production reality.

By Parks McCants Nov 6 2014 - 1:18pm

Honda Fit performance aftermarket to explode following SEMA

Thinking about modifying your late model Honda Fit? Better get on it! we believe that that Fit aftermarket demand will explode following the SEMA Show.

By Patrick Rall Nov 6 2014 - 12:09pm

The 2015 Chevrolet Camaro Spring Special Edition Renamed the Green Flash

One of the featured vehicles at the ongoing SEMA Show is the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro Spring Special Edition, which is officially renamed the Green Flash Edition after GM ran a contest to name the new metallic green special edition package.

2015 Lexus IS 350C Lexus IS250 Lexus IS F

By John Goreham Nov 6 2014 - 11:29am

If you love the 2015 Lexus IS 350C or IS F do not watch this video

As an owner and fan of the Lexus IS 350 C, this one hurts me to watch.

By John Goreham Nov 6 2014 - 11:00am

Can you top this hideous 2015 Lexus NX 200t created for SEMA?

Some of the SEMA show cars really turn us off and this one takes the cake. Can you top it?

By Patrick Rall Nov 6 2014 - 10:49am

The 2015 Ford Mustang King Cobra is the Ultimate Catalog Build

In order to show off just how wild you can make your 2015 Ford Mustang GT by only using the Ford Racing catalog, FoMoCo has offered up the new 2015 Mustang King Cobra – a super modified, high performance pony car that is creating strictly using packages from Ford Racing.

By Parks McCants Nov 6 2014 - 10:16am

2015 AcuraTLX safest performance sedan on the road today

The first time 2015 Acura TLX takes control of the steering wheel and decelerates while applying the brakes, unassisted by you the driver you’ll realize that you're driving the safest, most advanced car on the road today.” Beam me up Scotty.”

By Luke Ottaway Nov 6 2014 - 9:15am

Tesla progress report: strong Model S demand, Model X setbacks

Tesla Motors had an eventful third quarter, highlighted by troubles with a factory shutdown, introduction of all-wheel-drive and autopilot features, and more Model X delays. Here is the rundown.

By Denis Flierl Nov 6 2014 - 8:10am

Subaru WRX STIs set for last Red Bull Global Rallycross showdown

The final 2014 Red Bull Global Rallycross event is underway in Las Vegas and both Subaru WRX STIs are set for the showdown.

By Denis Flierl Nov 6 2014 - 6:51am

Speedhunters takes new Scion FR-S to remarkable heights at SEMA

The Scion Tuner Challenge was won by Speedhunters who took the new 2014 Scion FR-S and turned it into something special. See why it's called “Maximum Attack”

By Patrick Rall Nov 5 2014 - 7:38pm

Camaro Clubs Mustang and Challenger Again in October, Annual Lead Grows

The sales numbers from around the American automotive industry are in and for the 7th consecutive month, the Chevrolet Camaro has comfortably outsold both the Dodge Challenger and the Ford Mustang – which pushed the Camaro’s lead in the annual muscle car sales race to almost 10,000 units.

By Patrick Rall Nov 5 2014 - 4:10pm

Paul Stanley's Custom 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Debuts at SEMA

Among the large, centralized General Motors display at the 2014 SEMA Show is a 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe that has been customized by Kiss guitarist Paul Stanley and while this C7 Stingray isn’t as outrageous as others around the show – the Starchild’s little red Corvette is impossible to miss.

By Luke Ottaway Nov 5 2014 - 2:34pm

When it comes to EVs and fuel cells, what is Toyota really thinking?

Though there does not necessarily have to be a battle between batteries and fuel cells, it often seems to happen that way. Toyota has been fueling the conflict between the two technologies through its words and actions, but what does the automaker truly think about the future of transportation?

By Patrick Rall Nov 5 2014 - 2:25pm

This 2015 Dodge Charger Packs 10,000hp, Weighs 2,400lbs

Among the many vehicle debuts at the ongoing 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas is the 2015 Dodge Charger R/T Funny Car – a purpose built drag car that will help Team Mopar go after another championship in 2015 with 10,000 awesome Hemi horsepower.

By John Goreham Nov 5 2014 - 2:20pm

Mazda announces unique new 2016 Miata race series –photos

Mazda announces an exciting new race series with identically prepared 2016 Miata racecars

By Aaron Turpen Nov 5 2014 - 12:40pm

Nissan Murano Begins Production In Mississippi For First Time

For the first time, the Nissan Murano crossover is being made in the company's Canton, Mississippi plant as the first dedicated export build for Nissan's North American operations.

By John Goreham Nov 5 2014 - 11:39am

Can you see the boring in this 2015 Lexus RC F?

Apparently, the “boring” label no longer works, but critics are hard at work trying to find a way to downplay the most exciting Toyota/Lexus product ever.

Supercharger 2015 Mustang GT being tested

By Patrick Rall Nov 5 2014 - 10:44am

The 2015 Mustang GT Gets 600+ Horsepower from Ford Racing

Ford Racing has unveiled their first big power added for the 2015 Ford Mustang GT at the ongoing SEMA Show and with help from the folks at Roush, the new Ford Racing supercharger lifts the output of the new Mustang from 435 horsepower to over 600 horsepower – enough power to push the 2015 Mustang down the quarter mile in the 10 second range.

By Denis Flierl Nov 5 2014 - 6:46am

Mark Higgins forced to retire but Subaru WRX STIs dominate at ERC

Mark Higgins who set the record at Isle of Man driving the 2015 Subaru WRX STI, came close to a victory at ERC round 10. This time he did it in Switzerland.

By Denis Flierl Nov 5 2014 - 6:23am

2015 Mercedes C-Class is ready to overtake BMW and Audi

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is already taking the lead in sales and positions the brand to take the lead in luxury car sales.

By Luke Ottaway Nov 4 2014 - 11:04pm

October EV sales: LEAF and i3 stay strong while plug-in hybrids falter

An impressive streak came to an end last month: the current generation of plug-in vehicles delivered fewer copies year-over-year for the first time ever. The main culprit was slow sales of plug-in hybrids, influenced by several factors.

By Patrick Rall Nov 4 2014 - 8:36pm

The Fully Restored Blue Devil Corvette ZR1 Debuts at SEMA

The first Chevrolet Corvette to be repaired after falling into the National Corvette Museum sinkhole is the 2009 Blue Devil ZR1 and as a surprise accompaniment to the highly modified new models at the 2014 SEMA Show – the good-as-new Blue Devil test car made its world debut before heading back to its home in Bowling Green Kentucky.

By Patrick Rall Nov 4 2014 - 7:15pm

Ford Announces Two Recalls for the 2014 F150

Ford Motor Company has issued a pair of recalls for the 2014 F150 pickup – one pertaining to the function of the rear brake lights and a second that focuses on the passenger’s side airbag system – both of which pose some risk to the occupants of the truck and others on the road around them.

By John Goreham Nov 4 2014 - 5:17pm

Take a peek under the hood of this surprising 2015 Toyota Camry - video

Toyota is working hard to inject some fun into their brand and what they did to this new 2015 Camry for a trade show is pretty outrageous.

2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat in TorRed

By Patrick Rall Nov 4 2014 - 5:10pm

Detailed 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Pricing and Options

Last month we announced the MSRP of the new 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat and thanks to the Mr Bob Frederick, we have a detailed look at the options and pricing for the world’s most powerful sedan.

By Patrick Rall Nov 4 2014 - 4:31pm

The 2015 Chevrolet COPO Camaro Debuts with a New Look, 4 Engines

General Motors is once again using the SEMA Show in Las Vegas to show off the new model year Chevrolet Camaro COPO race car, with the 2015 COPO Camaro getting a unique appearance package and the buyer’s choice of four different engines that apply to unique NHRA Stock and Super Stock classes.

By Patrick Rall Nov 4 2014 - 1:50pm

Meet Ken Block's New AWD Ford Mustang - the Hoonicorn RTR

Among the many Ford Mustang show cars debuting today at SEMA is the Ken Block Hoonicorn RTR – a super modified 1965 Ford Mustang featuring the all-wheel drive system that Block will require when he films Gymkhana Seven with this wicked pony car.

By Aaron Turpen Nov 4 2014 - 12:49pm

Infiniti Still Struggles, Sees Hope In Big Q50, Q70 upticks

Infiniti is still struggling to keep up with sales goals in the United States, but sees some hope in the sales increases seen by the Q50 and Q70 models.

By Aaron Turpen Nov 4 2014 - 12:29pm

Nissan Sales Continue To Climb - LEAF and Versa Dominate

Nissan is still seeing sales records, marking more than a year of sales records being set year-on-year. The LEAF and Versa are stealing the show.

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