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.

New 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek hybrid arrives with 3 essential improvements

By Denis Flierl Oct 24 2014 - 8:13am

New 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek arrives with 3 essential improvements

2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek gas and hybrid models get 3 new improvements. What makes the multi-purpose XV Crosstrek even more attractive?

By John Goreham Oct 23 2014 - 6:03pm

Tesla fans should rejoice at Michigan's ban on direct sales

A hybrid system with some franchised dealers could be a big advantage for the EV maker in a few years.

By Luke Ottaway Oct 23 2014 - 4:01pm

When cheap gas affects new car sales, don’t confuse EVs with hybrids

You may have noticed that gas prices are going down, which is generally regarded as a good thing. However, low prices at the pump are detrimental to the sales of hybrids and electric vehicles – but be mindful of the difference between the two.

By Parks McCants Oct 23 2014 - 3:33pm

American Honda Fit not impacted by Japanese recalls and Takata Airbag woes

Takata is not Honda Motor Company. None the less, the possibility of Takata airbag failure or mishap has resulted in no less than 6 million Honda cars and light trucks being recalled to date, and has tarnished Honda’s exceptional reputation for quality and safety.

By Patrick Rall Oct 23 2014 - 2:24pm

Monstrous Dodge Charger Hellcat Burnout with Three Cars at One Time

The 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat packs 707 horsepower from a supercharged 6.2L Hemi and while that makes this brawny Mopar sedan the quickest and most powerful 4-door car in the world, it also makes for one wicked burnout machine – which the SRT team was kind enough to show us at the recent Charger media launch.

By Patrick Rall Oct 23 2014 - 1:12pm

2015 Ford Mustang GT Power Increases from SCT

A few weeks back we talked about the first dyno and tuning numbers for the new EcoBoost Mustang and today, we have our first look at the base and tuned dyno numbers for the 2015 Ford Mustang GT – once again from the good people at SCT Performance.

By John Goreham Oct 23 2014 - 12:33pm

Why you should only buy cars with a forward crash prevention system

As an automotive enthusiast and certifiable car-nut, I see forward crash prevention systems as a required technology for anyone buying a car.

By Patrick Rall Oct 23 2014 - 11:58am

2015 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE Beats 2015 Ford Mustang GT at Willow Springs

The 2015 Ford Mustang has been billed by many fans as the pony car that would conquer the Chevrolet Camaro, but with the folks at Motor Trend having taken the two cars to Willow Springs Raceway for a head to head comparison – it seems that the Mustang is still trailing the aging Camaro.

By Denis Flierl Oct 23 2014 - 9:55am

Introducing the new 2015 Toyota GT86 Rally Car by RallyMaster

RallyMaster introduces the new 2015 Toyota GT86 rear-drive sports coupe for potential rally drivers. But is it really an ideal rally car?

By Denis Flierl Oct 23 2014 - 7:53am

3 new Subaru vehicles achieve top safety rating from JNCAP

2015 Subaru Forester, 2015 XV Crosstrek and 2015 Levorg have earned the top Japan safety rating. What is Subaru doing better than other automakers?

By Denis Flierl Oct 23 2014 - 7:34am

New 2015 Alfa Romeo 4C quickly sets remarkable lap record [video]

2015 Alfa Romeo 4C wins two major awards and sets a production-car lap record within months of its launch. What cars did the 4C impressively beat?

By Luke Ottaway Oct 22 2014 - 9:20pm

What impact will Michigan’s Tesla ban have?

Amid all the outrage over yet another state’s auto dealers blocking Tesla’s direct sales business model, not many people are talking about the fact that Tesla was not allowed to sell direct in Michigan in the first place, and that the new legislation won’t have much effect – at least initially.

By John Goreham Oct 22 2014 - 6:04pm

EPA says 2014 MINI MPG estimates high, makes MINI change them

The EPA tested the Mini Cooper and found that Mini's estimates were overstated by as much as 11%.

By Parks McCants Oct 22 2014 - 2:44pm

2015 Acura TLX rim and brake technology superior to Lexus IS 250

We look to 2015 TLX engineering for a class leading ride, comfort and quiet interior. New generation rims, lighter brake assembly and tire technology takes the stiff ride and tire bounce out of TLX; they’re superior to Lexus IS 250

By Patrick Rall Oct 22 2014 - 2:40pm

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Production Figures Revealed Online

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray has proven to be a total success and thanks to the wonders of the internet and a quick-thinking TorqueNews reader, we have a broad look at the most popular options, colors and other production figures for the 2014 Corvette.

By Patrick Rall Oct 22 2014 - 1:29pm

Two 2015 Ford Mustang SEMA Show Cars Teased, At Least 10 More Coming

Ford Motor Company announced their plans for the 2015 Ford Mustang at this year’s SEMA Show today with promises of more than a dozen examples on the show floor and with this announcement comes artwork and some brief information on two of those next gen Mustangs.

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.

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