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.

F35 Lightning II Edition 2015 Ford Mustang GT

By Patrick Rall Jul 31 2014 - 1:09pm

Fighter Jet Inspired 2015 Ford Mustang Charity Car is the Coolest S550 Yet

Ford Motor Company has once again worked with the Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture to create a customized 2015 Ford Mustang GT that will be auctioned off to raise money for the group’s Young Eagles program – while also showing off some design cues that make this the coolest looking S550 Mustang I have seen thus far.

2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Series Prices

By John Goreham Jul 31 2014 - 11:00am

Toyota announces prices of the much anticipated 2015 Tacoma TRD Pro Series off-road trucks

The 2015 Tacoma TRD Pro Series offers a lot of content and capability for the dollar.

By Denis Flierl Jul 31 2014 - 7:02am

4 cutting edge trappings show why 2015 C-Class is called the Baby S-Class

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has been called the baby S-Class because it has many new 2015 S-Class features. Here’s 4 new upgrades.

By Denis Flierl Jul 31 2014 - 5:45am

With 2015 BRZ, Subaru has 7 proven models to make you feel secure

The 2015 Subaru BRZ is not only high on the fun to drive meter, but it’s also a safe vehicle. What distinction did BRZ get?

By Luke Ottaway Jul 30 2014 - 7:41pm

All-electric Infiniti LE with greater range back on track for 2017 production

The Infiniti LE has emerged from its slumber in the shadows of the electric vehicle industry where it had been residing for the past year. With an anti-EV former Infiniti boss out of the way, the promising LE has once again been given the green light.

By Patrick Rall Jul 30 2014 - 4:27pm

Ford is Eating Aluminum Costs on the New 2015 F150

We brought you the first pricing for the 2015 Ford F150 earlier this week which includes increases across the board, but those increases are very minimal when you take into consideration the added cost of the aluminum combined with the new standard features, it leads me to believe that Ford Motor Company is eating some of the added cost of the aluminum body panels – at least on the lower prices trimlines.

By Patrick Rall Jul 30 2014 - 3:00pm

2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Could Be an Affordable Camaro Z28 Killer

It seems like every day brings a new rumor that suggests that the 2106 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 will be more like a higher performance version of the 2013 Boss 302 and if the next generation Shelby Mustang is priced in the ballpark of the previous Boss – Ford could have themselves a bargain budget Camaro Z/28 killer.

By Patrick Rall Jul 30 2014 - 2:16pm

Buy a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat at MSRP from Frederick Scat Pack

Yesterday we talked about how dealerships were charging $10-20k over MSRP for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and today we bring you all a man who can get you a 707 horsepower Mopar muscle car at the factory MSRP – Bob Frederick…”The Challenger Guy”.

By Patrick Rall Jul 30 2014 - 1:43pm

GM Could Be in More Hot Water Over Camaro Seat Recall Timing

General Motors could be facing more problems as it has been revealed that the company knew about the Chevrolet Camaro adjustable seat problem in 2013, but they opted not to address the problem – even after a GM test engineer experienced the problem firsthand in a Buick Regal.

By Denis Flierl Jul 30 2014 - 7:18am

Mercedes introduces this unique first-ever 2015 Mercedes C-Class

The first ever long-wheelbase version of the 2015 C-Class for the China market marks another key milestone for Mercedes-Benz’ global strategy.

By Aaron Turpen Jul 30 2014 - 12:21am

McLaren P1 GTR concept teased

McLaren has teased a photo of the upcoming design concept they plan to unveil at Pebble Beach in August as a race-ready version of the P1 supercar.

By Luke Ottaway Jul 29 2014 - 11:27pm

A powerful alliance has been formed to save the grid from electric vehicles

Electric vehicles should not be viewed as a threat to the electricity grid, but rather as an opportunity. With this in mind, eight major automakers and 15 utilities have joined forces to make electric vehicles charge intelligently.

By Patrick Rall Jul 29 2014 - 1:56pm

You Can Order Your 2015 Ford F150 Today

If you have been patiently waiting to purchase a 2015 Ford F150, you should head to your friendly neighborhood Ford dealer today as the order banks for the next generation F150 are officially open – even though the full details and pricing on the 2015 models haven’t been announced yet.

By Patrick Rall Jul 29 2014 - 1:06pm

Some Dodge Dealers Charging $15k to Order a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

Even though the order banks for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat haven’t opened yet, dealerships around the country are already taking orders for the 707 horsepower muscle car, but those hoping to reserve one of these Mopar monsters should be prepared to shell out some very big money – about $15,000 to be exact.

By Patrick Rall Jul 29 2014 - 12:09pm

2015 Dodge Viper Gets Small Power Increase

Thanks to the same collection of information that revealed that there will be a Hellcat powered Dodge Charger, we have learned that the 2015 Dodge Viper SRT will come with 5 extra horsepower in the new model year – bringing the total output up to 645 horsepower.

By Denis Flierl Jul 29 2014 - 7:01am

Revolutionary 2015 C-Class design concept spawns extraordinary benefits

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with a new design that spawns numerous benefits. How does it get bigger and lighter?

By Denis Flierl Jul 29 2014 - 6:08am

This 1 improvement will make WRX S4 the safest performance car on the planet

Subaru has introduced the all-new 2015 WRX S4 for the Japanese market. What does the new performance car tell us?

By Aaron Turpen Jul 29 2014 - 12:57am

JD Powers loves on the 2014 Nissan Rogue and Quest

The latest consumer APEAL survey from J.D. Power gives top spots to the 2014 Nissan Rogue and 2014 Nissan Quest.

By Aaron Turpen Jul 29 2014 - 12:35am

Nissan adds 226,000 vehicles to airbag recall list

Nissan, like many automakers, is dealing with a complex airbag issue. The company recalls for over half a million cars. See the new list of recalls.

By Luke Ottaway Jul 28 2014 - 11:24pm

BMW brings DC fast charging to a remarkable new low – in price

The most expensive yet most practical form of electric vehicle charging, DC fast charging is viewed by many as a big part of the solution to range anxiety. BMW now has unveiled the smallest and cheapest DC fast charger on the market.

By John Goreham Jul 28 2014 - 6:37pm

The very good reasons why there will be no Lexus RC 250

Lexus will skip the underpowered version of the new RC coupe. Smart.

By Patrick Rall Jul 28 2014 - 3:09pm

Gurnade Envisions a Stunning 2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

The performance world is eagerly awaiting the arrival of the 2016 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang, but the automotive artists from Gurnade have offered up an incredible rendering of what they think the GT350 will look like – and I love what they have come up with as it is (in my opinion) the most realistic looking GT350 rendering thus far.

By Patrick Rall Jul 28 2014 - 2:30pm

Full Pricing for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

We reported a few weeks back that the Chrysler Group had opened the order bank for the 2015 Dodge Challenger – with the exception of the 707hp SRT Hellcat models – but some new information suggests that the Hellcat Challenger will hit the order banks on August 6th and today we take a closer look at option pricing for the most powerful American production car ever.

By Patrick Rall Jul 28 2014 - 12:19pm

Lingenfelter Performance Lifts the C7 Corvette Stingray to 750hp

Even though the C7 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is the most powerful “base” Corvette of all time, there come times when you just need a whole lot more power and thanks to the full lineup of high performance packages, the folks at Lingenfelter Performance Engineering can satisfy the need for speed of almost any driver.

By John Goreham Jul 28 2014 - 10:54am

2016 Mazda Miata may have Alfa Romeo 4C's amazing 240 HP engine

Will Mazda offer the Alfa's incredibly powerful engine as an option?

By John Goreham Jul 28 2014 - 10:09am

2015 Mazda6 number one mid-size in J.D. Power APEAL Study

The 2015 Mazda6 beats all rivals and helps lift Mazda’s overall score so much the brand is now the most improved.

By John Goreham Jul 28 2014 - 9:51am

The new 2015 Lexus RC 350 is not a two-door Lexus IS 350

Despite the obvious assumption that the RC is simply a 2-door version of the hot IS sedan line, the facts say otherwise.

By Denis Flierl Jul 28 2014 - 7:01am

Why 2015 C-Class will send BMW scrambling back to the drawing board

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is getting ready to make its dealer launch here in the U.S. Why does it have BMW worried?

By Denis Flierl Jul 28 2014 - 5:57am

Subaru announces surprise WRX STI entry in World RX of Canada

Subaru has announced they will enter the 2014 WRX STI Global Rallycross car in the World RX of Canada. Who will be driving?

By Luke Ottaway Jul 28 2014 - 12:05am

Update: Reno out of the running for Gigafactory as California bolts into the lead?

Ah, the joys of speculation. Since activity was reported at the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center that looked suspiciously like Gigafactory construction, new reports have emerged that the site may already have been shut down. Meanwhile, California continues to make its case to Tesla.

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