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 Oct 22 2014 - 11:03am

2015 Dodge Charger Scat Pack Will Crush the Chevy SS for Thousands Less

While the vast majority of the attention surrounding the 2015 Dodge Charger has focused on the new 707hp SRT Hellcat models, the new Charger Scat Pack will likely be a far more popular option for those folks looking to have a sport sedan that will crush competition like the Chevrolet SS while carrying a starting price below $40,000.

By Denis Flierl Oct 22 2014 - 8:37am

New 2015 Subaru XV STI launches in Asia but won’t be coming to the U.S.

The new 2015 Subaru XV STI Performance crossover launches in Malaysia. Would you like to see it in the U.S.?

By Denis Flierl Oct 22 2014 - 7:15am

Subaru WRX S4 achieves remarkable anaerobic intensity in largest cycling event

Subaru brings the 2015 WRX S4 to the largest cycling event in Asia. How does the performance car exceed the anaerobic intensity of a cyclist?

By Luke Ottaway Oct 21 2014 - 11:57pm

Volkswagen e-Golf range is confirmed: unimpressive and unsurprising

Any hopes that the Volkswagen e-Golf would distinguish itself from the EV pack with a surprisingly high electric range were quelled by the EPA as it released the official ratings. The numbers aren’t bad – they are just the same as everyone else.

By Parks McCants Oct 21 2014 - 2:35pm

2015 Honda Fit finalist ‘Green Car of the Year’

The Tuesday morning announcement of 2015 Honda Fit making Green Car Journal’s “Green Car of the Year” top 5 list of finalist is just the latest in accolades for Fit.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 21 2014 - 1:38pm

2015 Nissan Pathfinder Pricing Announced

With several new additions to standard equipment in each of its four trim levels, the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder is a compelling SUV offering.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 21 2014 - 1:01pm

Nissan Storms Final European Le Mans Series With Wins and Walls

With some wins and a close encounter with the safety wall, Nissan had a mixed, but strong finale for its European Le Mans Series this year.

By Luke Ottaway Oct 21 2014 - 9:31am

Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima to be electrified in 2015 at a reasonable price

And so the trend of plug-in hybrid conversions of existing models continues. Even Hyundai/Kia is in on the game now, with a recent announcement of an electrified Sonata and Optima coming next year. The most important part may be the sticker price.

By Denis Flierl Oct 21 2014 - 8:44am

Subaru introduces surprise 2015 Forester STI to future motorsports fans

Subaru and STI introduced a surprise 2015 Forester tS Concept to motorsports fans. Is a new performance Subaru Forester STI coming?

By Denis Flierl Oct 21 2014 - 8:11am

How new 2015 Mercedes C-Class helps lead the way for climate protection

Mercedes leads the way in climate and environmental protection. How does the new 2015 Mercedes-Class contribute in a big way?

By Parks McCants Oct 20 2014 - 5:21pm

‘Substantially New’ 2016 Acura ILX to fill small performance car gap

What’s that mean Acura? We read between the lines for a clue or two as to how “substantially New” ILX may be for 2016. will it fill Acura’s small performance car gap?

By John Goreham Oct 20 2014 - 4:04pm

F-Sport trim on new 2015 Lexus NX 200t is money well spent

Unlike every other Lexus, this writer says that on the NX, the F-Sport option is well worth the money.

By Parks McCants Oct 20 2014 - 1:58pm

2015 Honda HR-V: Fit platformed compact SUV with sports-coupe attitude

Today, American Honda announced that the physical debut of the 2015 Honda HR-V is scheduled for November,19 at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

By Luke Ottaway Oct 20 2014 - 11:57am

Ford Focus Electric slashes sticker price, but will it matter?

A big price cut puts the 2015 Ford Focus Electric on par with the industry-leading Nissan LEAF – but don’t expect it to lead to dramatically increased sales.

By John Goreham Oct 20 2014 - 8:31am

Toyota's green hybrid car dominance grows as 2015 approaches

We already knew Toyota's hybrids outsell the entire plug-in and EV market. A new milestone highlights that lead just keep getting bigger.

By John Goreham Oct 20 2014 - 8:22am

2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid SE – a good looking stealth hybrid

We drive the new 2015 Camry SE hybrid and discover a sharp looking body over a drivetrain that seems entirely normal aside from the exceptional mileage.

By Denis Flierl Oct 20 2014 - 7:37am

Subaru BRZ owners seriously drive like grandma compared to FR-S drivers

For some reason, Subaru BRZ drivers are seriously more cautious than Scion FR-S drivers. Why do FR-S owners get a lot more tickets?

By Patrick Rall Oct 19 2014 - 11:12pm

2015 Ford Mustang Already Recalled for Seat Belt Risks

The 2015 Ford Mustang has barely hit the market and the Motor Company has already issued a recall due to a concern that a component of the safety restraint system may not have been calibrated correctly by a third party supplier.

By Patrick Rall Oct 19 2014 - 10:32pm

2015 Ford F150 Teased with Action Sports Design for SEMA

The 2015 Ford F150 will almost surely be one of the most popular trucks at the 2014 SEMA Show and today we have our first look at two of the new half ton trucks that will help fill the massive Ford Motor Company at the annual Las Vegas convention - with design help from “action sports” celebrities Vaughn Gittin Jr and Brian Deegan.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 19 2014 - 4:19pm

Nissan Begins LEAF to Home Grid Demand Response Testing

Nissan has been testing a LEAF to Home system for some time, a technology that allows the electric Nissan LEAF to power a home during blackouts and crisis. Now they're expanding that system to help electrical grids.

By Luke Ottaway Oct 19 2014 - 12:54pm

What makes Tesla’s batteries so great?

Even casual followers of the auto industry know that the Tesla Model S offers more than double the range of any other electric vehicle on the market. How has Tesla achieved this? The answer lies in their fundamental battery strategy.

Exclusive high-end S550 Coupe comes with 2 new performance features

By Denis Flierl Oct 19 2014 - 8:03am

Exclusive high-end S550 Coupe arriving now with 2 new performance features

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC Coupe arrives this fall. The growl of the 449 hp biturbo V8 says it’s for real.

By Denis Flierl Oct 19 2014 - 6:45am

Higgins pilots Subaru WRX STI at LSPR to an extra soggy and muddy win

David Higgins pilots the Subaru WRX STI to a wet and muddy win in the final rally race at LSPR. What happened to Travis Pastrana?

By Aaron Turpen Oct 18 2014 - 12:53pm

Nissan Gets Perfect Score in CDP Global 500 Climate Change Report.. Again

For the second year running, Nissan has been ranked as a "100A" in the CDP Global 500 Climate Change Report, marking the company as a leader in environmental impact disclosures and corporate governance.

By Denis Flierl Oct 18 2014 - 7:59am

Introducing the eagerly-awaited 2015 WRX STI Super Production Rally Car

Subaru releases the first 2015 WRX STI rally car images at Lake Superior Performance Rally. Will this Super Production Rally Car be released for sale?

By Patrick Rall Oct 17 2014 - 8:04pm

Dodge Charger Hellcat Pricing is Just as Impressive as the Performance

The 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat pricing has been announced and starting at just $63,995 including the $1,700 gas guzzler tax, the supercharged 4-door muscle car is substantially less expensive than any of the other cars on the list of the world’s most powerful sedans… while also being the most powerful car on that list.

By John Goreham Oct 17 2014 - 4:11pm

New 2015 Camry XSE drives as great as it looks

Toyota Camry’s new top-spec trim is going to give Acura and Audi fits.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 17 2014 - 2:59pm

Nissan Announces Pricing for 2015 Armada With Low Starting MSRP

The new Armada has been upgraded for 2015 with several revisions, one of which is a low starting price.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 17 2014 - 2:49pm

Infiniti Red Bull Formula One, Sebastian Vettel, and the Q50 Eau Rouge Going to Austin

On October 29, the streets of Austin, Texas will be taken over by Infiniti Red Bull Racing and the Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge supercar.

By Parks McCants Oct 17 2014 - 2:29pm

2015 Honda CR-V out-values Ford Escape

With 18 all new or redesigned SUVs considered for Motor Trend’s SUV/Crossover of the Year, 2015 Honda CR-V walked away with top honors in North America’s fastest growing automotive segment; CR-V out-values the competition.

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