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 Luke Ottaway Oct 12 2014 - 6:29pm

Sorry, Dodge - Tesla Model S P85D is quicker than the Charger SRT Hellcat

Though it is debatable which is the better performance car, one fact is indisputable: the new all wheel drive Tesla Model S P85D is quicker than every four-door sedan in the world, including the Torque News favorite Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat.

By Denis Flierl Oct 12 2014 - 8:31am

Future 2015 Mercedes C-Class will be leaner and meaner

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is arriving now. What future C-Class models will we be seeing?

By Denis Flierl Oct 12 2014 - 7:17am

Exclusive Subaru ESX STI “Red Dragon” Edition features heart-pounding power

Ali Afshar has taken the 2015 Subaru WRX STI and given performance enthusiasts 2 power options. How much do you need?

By Parks McCants Oct 11 2014 - 7:21pm

Innovative 2015 Honda Fit top contender for car of the year

While there may be stiff competition in the compact car segment, NACSY moves Fit to the short list for car of the year consideration. We’re not surprised.

By Denis Flierl Oct 11 2014 - 11:00am

Experience an awesome virtual ride in a Subaru WRX STI Global Rallycross car

Would you like to see what it’s like to drive the 600 hp Subaru WRX STI Global Rallycross car? You can now!

New 2015 Mercedes GLA-Class arriving in showrooms now [video]

By Denis Flierl Oct 11 2014 - 8:13am

New 2015 Mercedes GLA-Class is arriving in showrooms now [video]

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is arriving in showrooms now. How much will it cost you?

By Aaron Turpen Oct 10 2014 - 5:12pm

Nissan Named To Best Global Brand List, Growth On Par With Apple, Amazon

Nissan jumped nine places, moving up the ladder of Best Global Brands as its value increased by 23 percent. Who does Nissan compare to now? Would you believe it's innovative tech brands like Apple and Amazon?

By Patrick Rall Oct 10 2014 - 4:26pm

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Sounds Great in New Nurburgring Video

A new video has surfaced showing the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro being tested at the famed German Nürburgring, giving us all our best look yet at the next generation GM muscle car in action while also letting hear the roaring V8 of the new Camaro.

By Patrick Rall Oct 10 2014 - 3:47pm

JC Designs Paints Another Gorgeous Picture of the Ford Mustang GT350

We haven’t talked about the upcoming 2015 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 in a while as there haven’t been any big bits of information leaked lately, but this new GT350 rendering from JC Designs is worth a second and third look, as I think that this is my new favorite depicting of “what could be” with the next Shelby Mustang.

By Patrick Rall Oct 10 2014 - 2:39pm

Elon's D Can't Hang with Dodge, Tesla P85D Slower than Hellcat Charger

Elon Musk has introduced his new Tesla P85D with dual motors, all wheel drive and the most impressive performance specifications in the electric vehicle segment, but while the Elon’s big surprise most certainly rocks the EV world – the high powered Model S still falls short of the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat while costing almost twice as much.

By Denis Flierl Oct 10 2014 - 7:58am

7 new features to look for on the new 2015 Subaru Impreza

Pricing for the newly redesigned 2015 Subaru Impreza starts at $18,195. Here’s 7 new features to look for on the new Impreza.

By Luke Ottaway Oct 10 2014 - 1:23am

Tesla Model S gets AWD for “insane” speed and a range boost – and autopilot too

Well, well, well. Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk had the hype machine on full power since last week’s suggestive tweet about unveiling the “D,” and certainly didn’t disappoint. Even the correct predictions underestimated the wow factor of Thursday night’s big reveal.

By Patrick Rall Oct 9 2014 - 8:38pm

Dodge Recalls Almost 2000 Viper Supercars for Airbag Risks

The Chrysler Group has announced a recall of select 2013 and 2014 SRT/Dodge Viper supercars over a concern that the driver’s airbag system may not be calibrated correctly and should there be an accident, this problem could lead to the airbag system not working as it should and that increases the likelihood of an injury.

By John Goreham Oct 9 2014 - 5:58pm

The EPA ignores Tesla in a new report on fuel efficiency

The EPA’s newest report ranking US automakers by fuel efficiency and carbon emissions makes no mention of the US' only all-electric automaker.

By Patrick Rall Oct 9 2014 - 4:03pm

The 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Hits the Dyno, Gets Extra Power

Earlier this week we brought you the first real world dyno numbers for the 2015 Ford Mustang GT and today, we have the first dyno numbers for the 2015 Mustang EcoBoost from the folks at SCT Performance, as well as the first tuned numbers for the new turbocharged 4-cylinder Mustang.

By John Goreham Oct 9 2014 - 3:59pm

Driven - 2015 Ford Fiesta 3-cylinder turbo

Do 3 cylinders, 1-liter, and a turbo add up to a party?

By Luke Ottaway Oct 9 2014 - 3:45pm

Volkswagen exec: hydrogen, plug-in hybrids just a bridge to all-electric cars

Plug-in hybrids, electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cells...which of these technologies, if any, will win the future? Volkswagen’s view is a bold one.

By John Goreham Oct 9 2014 - 3:26pm

EPA still angry at Hyundai-Kia over adjusted MPG numbers

Hyundai-Kia may very well be the most fuel efficient major automaker in America. Yet, the EPA will not let them have the title. Here's why.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 9 2014 - 2:23pm

Nissan Group is No. 1 Full-line Manufacturer in EPA Fuel Economy Review

Others might try to take headlines with their "top of the list" claims, but Nissan is the only one that makes a full line of vehicles for every segment and it's on top of the EPA's 2014 fuel economy review list.

By Patrick Rall Oct 9 2014 - 1:51pm

Cadillac Could Be Planning a Corvette Z06 Based Halo Car

The Cadillac brand is making moves to continue to better challenge the other luxury automakers doing business in the United States and a new rumor suggests that General Motors could be planning a new halo car for Cadillac – one which could be based on the current Chevrolet Corvette.

By Denis Flierl Oct 9 2014 - 8:33am

2015 BRZ helps catapult Subaru to #3 in U.S. vehicle fuel mileage

The 2015 Subaru BRZ may not be selling well, but it helps push Subaru to #3 to lead the U.S. in top fuel mileage. Why is being #3 so impressive for Subaru?

By Denis Flierl Oct 9 2014 - 6:59am

Subaru creates this absolutely yellow 2015 WRX S4 for a unique challenge

Subaru is a special sponsor for the Japan Cup Cycle Road Race and the 2015 WRX S4 will be involved. What's up with the bright yellow WRX S4?

By Patrick Rall Oct 8 2014 - 8:00pm

The 2015 Ford Mustang Makes its Grand European Debut in Paris

The Paris Motor Show is going on right now and the key introduction is the debut of the 2015 Ford Mustang, marking the first time that a Ford Mustang has been displayed at a European auto show as a new model coming to showrooms soon.

By Patrick Rall Oct 8 2014 - 4:00pm

Drive the 2015 Dodge Challenger at Your Local Dealership Now

If you have been waiting to drive the 2015 Dodge Challenger before making your next big purchase, your wait is over as the first full wave of the refreshed Mopar muscle cars have reached dealerships all over the country and if they haven’t reached your local Dodge dealership – they will soon.

By Patrick Rall Oct 8 2014 - 2:51pm

How I Would Build My Ideal 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

Now that the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is becoming readily available around the country, I wanted to take a quick walkthrough of the configurator tool to price out my ideal C7 Vette, which will most certainly include some features that weren’t offered with the 2014 models.

By John Goreham Oct 8 2014 - 2:32pm

Mazda beats Honda to take EPA fuel efficiency crown in new study

The EPA’s newest analysis of fleet-wide fuel economy and CO2 emissions puts Mazda at the top of major automakers.

By Luke Ottaway Oct 8 2014 - 10:12am

Do electric cars have to match the capabilities of gasoline to reach the mass market?

Recent comments by Fiat-Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne inspired us to address a very important but often unasked question: must electric vehicles duplicate the characteristics of their gasoline competitors to reach the mass market?

By Denis Flierl Oct 8 2014 - 8:32am

Formula Drift draws driving enthusiasts to the new 2015 Scion FR-S

The new 2015 Scion FR-S has arrived and Formula Drift is a big reason why the sports coupe is so popular with driving enthusiasts.

By Denis Flierl Oct 8 2014 - 7:03am

4 reasons why 2015 Legacy gives drivers extreme confidence [video]

The all-new 2015 Subaru Legacy is already setting records. What about Legacy gives drivers the ultimate feeling of confidence?

By Patrick Rall Oct 7 2014 - 4:42pm

Manual Transmission Outselling Automatic in Dodge Challenger Hellcat

When the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat was introduced with a 707 horsepower supercharged Hemi mated to a new 8-speed automatic transmission, it was widely believed that sales of the self-shifting model would eclipse the manual transmission, but during the first phase of ordering, the proper manual transmission is outselling the high tech automatic.

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