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 G+ May 1 2014 - 10:58am

How the 2015 Ford Mustang Line Lock Will and Won't Void Your Warranty

When Ford Motor Company announced the Line Lock feature for the 2015 Mustang GT, they talked about how it would help benefit racers only to finish by saying that racing will void your engine warranty – leaving many people to wonder when you should be using Line Lock as to not void your warranty.

By Mechele Dillard G+ May 1 2014 - 10:31am

Can Volkswagen Get Needed Scania Shares Second Time Around?

After not getting the shares they needed to own over 90% of Scania, Volkswagen extended the deadline, and are confident that they will get the shares needed this time around--but will they?

By Mechele Dillard G+ May 1 2014 - 9:01am

Porsche Is Counting on Macan for Sales Boost in 2014

Porsche is seeing a growth in jobs connected with the Macan, and is expecting additional increases in sales, as well.

By Denis Flierl G+ May 1 2014 - 7:58am

This 2015 WRX STI will outperform more expensive sports cars

EVO Australia magazine has given the new 2015 Subaru WRX STI a “turbocharge tick”, rating it four and-a-half stars in their May edition.

By Denis Flierl G+ May 1 2014 - 7:35am

Which multi-use vehicle would you buy if you were a Canadian?

The 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2014 Forester sales are surging in Canada. Which multi-use vehicle would you buy?

By John Goreham G+ Apr 30 2014 - 3:55pm

Toyota Tacoma fans want a safer design to match 2015 Chevy Colorado

The 2015 Chevy Colorado is very likely going to be one of the safest mid-size pick-up trucks ever built. Shouldn't the next Toyota Tacoma be that good?

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 30 2014 - 2:50pm

16 Universities to Make Chevrolet Camaro More Efficient in the EcoCar3 Challenge

The US Department of Energy and General Motors have teamed up with 16 universities around the country to make the Chevrolet Camaro more eco friendly as part of the EcoCar3 Advanced Vehicle Technology Competition.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 30 2014 - 2:10pm

2015 Ford Mustang GT Featured in Weird 80s Dance Battle Video

Ford Motor Company is looking to market the 2015 Mustang to as many people as possible and through as many unusual channels as possible with the most recent (and most unusual) being this new 80s Dance Battle video by musicians Scott and Brendo– showing the Mustang from a variety of angles both moving and stationary.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 30 2014 - 1:34pm

Stunning Superman Ram 2500 Power Wagon Being Auctioned Off for Charity

The wicked 2013 Ram 2500 Power Wagon shown above was designed and built for the New York City premier of the movie Man of Steel and after that red carpet debut, this gorgeous pickup is being auctioned off for charity – giving a Superman or Ram truck lover a chance to own a unique 1-off collectable.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 30 2014 - 12:30pm

The 2015 Dodge Challenger SXT Plus Caught in the Wild

2015 Dodge Challenger test mules have been running around the Metro Detroit area for months now, but with the New York debut of the new look, the camouflage is coming off of these mules and I recently stumbled across one in Milford – offering a good idea as to what to expect from the 2015 Challenger SXT Plus.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Apr 30 2014 - 11:42am

An intriguing cure for range anxiety allows any EV to take a road trip

Electric vehicle manufacturers have come up with different solutions for alleviating range anxiety, none of them ideal. A company called ebuggy has its own intriguing proposed fix.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 30 2014 - 11:41am

Elon Musk "bites the hand" eliminating California as a site for gigafactory

Elon Musk says that California’s environmental nonsense rules it out as a spot for the gigafactory.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 30 2014 - 8:06am

Why most active people voted 2014 Subaru Forester best Light SUV

The People's Jury of the national award "Car of the Year in Russia 2014" has recognized 2014 Subaru Forester winner in the "Light SUVs."

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 30 2014 - 7:19am

Why you want the 2014 Subaru BRZ over the 2015 WRX STI

Subaru UK has announced pricing on the 2014 BRZ and it’s less than last years model. Why does Subaru want to differentiate it from the 2015 WRX STI?

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 29 2014 - 5:26pm

2015 Chevrolet SS to Get More Corvette Features

The 2014 Chevrolet SS performance sedan has been marketed by General Motors as a 4-door Corvette and when the 2015 SS models begin arriving in dealerships later this year, they could feature a pair of new features to back up the Corvette relation of this full sized sedan.

Young talent sees Audi as a preferred career choice.

By Mechele Dillard G+ Apr 29 2014 - 3:35pm

Audi Seeks Top Engineering Talent to Increase Electric Innovation

Audi's status as one of the top performers for Volkswagen Group may be helped by its status as one of the most sought-after employers for new graduates.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 29 2014 - 2:59pm

TorqueNews Exclusive: This Might Be the First Picture of the SRT Challenger Hellcat Hemi

While some images have caught what is believed to be the new Hellcat Hemi under the hood of a Dodge Challenger test mule, this image appears to be the first full engine image that we have seen of Chrysler’s new 600+ horsepower supercharged Hemi.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Apr 29 2014 - 11:00am

Are electric vehicles cleaner than gasoline? Absolutely

A popular refrain from critics and some news outlets is that electric vehicles may not represent an environmental benefit over conventional vehicles due to pollution from power plants and battery production. It is time to put an end to the misinformation.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 29 2014 - 10:38am

Watch the Hennessey Twin Turbo Camaro ZL1 Scream Down the Quarter Mile

The Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is one of the nastiest muscle cars ever sold for road use, but for those folks who need way more thrust than the standard 580 horsepower can provide, the Hennessey HPE1000 package pushes the output into the 4-figure range – and today we have a video of that thousand horsepower monster in action on the quarter mile.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 29 2014 - 10:34am

Should Toyota create a 2015 Tundra 2.0 turbo?

Pickup trucks are the final frontier for big fuel economy improvements. If Toyota wants to play along, it now has an option to consider.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 29 2014 - 9:52am

Mazda recalls innovative i-ELOOP energy saving system

Mazda’s newest fuel saving technology is recalled over water related issues

By Mechele Dillard G+ Apr 29 2014 - 8:51am

Consumer Options Keep Volkswagen Profitable in Slow Markets

Volkswagen Group feels it reaches across all markets and offers customers financial services that lead to gains even during times of market challenge, with Audi and Porsche leading the way.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 29 2014 - 7:38am

Why Tommi Makinen likes the all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI [video]

Four-time World Rally Champion Tommi Makinen provides his thoughts on the all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 29 2014 - 6:48am

Everything you need to know about 2014 Mercedes B-Class Electric Drive

The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive is rolling off the assembly line and gets ready to launch.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 28 2014 - 3:36pm

Toyota bails out of high tax states, moving headquarters to Texas

Toyota is moving its headquarters operations from the high tax states of California, Kentucky, and New York to the tax-free State of Texas.

By Mechele Dillard G+ Apr 28 2014 - 2:07pm

Bentley Introducing New Flying Spur V8 After Car-of-the-Year Honors

Over one million Russians agree: Bentley Flying Spur is the most luxurious ride in the land.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 28 2014 - 2:02pm

Toyota Tacoma's two-step plan to match Chevy's 2015 Colorado

The Tacoma does need updating, but the path to continued success by the Tacoma is not as hard as it might seem.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 28 2014 - 1:49pm

Hear the Hellcat Hemi Roar in a Dodge Charger Test Mule (Video)

The future Dodge Charger SRT and Dodge Challenger SRT will be powered by a new supercharged Hemi codenamed the Hellcat and the folks at Allpar have a video courtesy of automotive paparazzi Chris Doane showing the new supercharged V8 during acceleration testing in the new Dodge Charger.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 28 2014 - 1:04pm

New 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Packages Join the East Coast/West Coast Battle

General Motors has announced that the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray will be offered with the sexy Pacific and Atlantic packages that debuted at last year’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas – bringing a high performance look to the 2015 Stingray Coupe and a high end luxury look to the 2015 Stingray Convertible.

By Mechele Dillard G+ Apr 28 2014 - 12:59pm

Audi Sharing Info with Competitors to Increase Sustainability

With so many people anticipated to be living in urban areas in the relatively near future, it is important that problems be dealt with proactively; Volkswagen Group announced that today Audi is kicking off an initiative to do just that.

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