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 John Goreham Jun 23 2014 - 9:33pm

The turbocharged Lexus IS 200t will hit BMW 328i where it hurts

Lexus is about to replace the sedate IS 250 with a punchy new engine. This new Lexus model will beat BMW at its own game.

By John Goreham Jun 23 2014 - 7:24pm

What's missing on the 2015 BMW M4 sports coupe?

After our first look at the new 2015 BMW M4, we felt like there a few things missing on the car. Maybe you will disagree.

By Parks McCants Jun 23 2014 - 7:16pm

Honda commits to extraordinary airbag inflator recall initiative

Taking no chances with customer safety, Honda is opting to participate in the biggest airbag- systems related safety recall to date. We tip our hats to Honda in this latest preventative recall measure.

By Luke Ottaway Jun 23 2014 - 6:31pm

Like the Mercedes B-Class, every electric vehicle should offer extra range as an option

The Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive is being offered with an optional $600 package that extends range by 17 miles. It is an option that makes a whole lot of sense if used wisely.

By Patrick Rall Jun 23 2014 - 6:01pm

Preparation for Production of the 2015 Ford Mustang Has Begun

Production of the 2014 Ford Mustang officially ended this past weekend so with the start of the new week comes the start of the retooling process required to prepare the Flat Rock Assembly Plant for production of the 2015 Ford Mustang.

By Patrick Rall Jun 23 2014 - 4:30pm

Ford Claims Top Four Spots in VW-Sponsored GRC Event, VW Teams Suffer Engine Problems

This past weekend marked the third event of the 2015 Red Bull Global RallyCross event with the Volkswagen Rallycross DC and for the first time this season, Scott Speed and his VW failed to take the win as Ford Fiesta racers claimed each of the top four spots after both VW teams ran into engine problems.

By John Goreham Jun 23 2014 - 4:24pm

New XSE trim will make the 2015 Camry the best Camry ever

Buyers of the 2015 Toyota Camry XSE will no longer have to choose between the sporty SE and luxurious XLE trims. They can have it all.

By Patrick Rall Jun 23 2014 - 2:46pm

SRT Viper GTSR to Wear Classic Dodge Viper Look at Watkins Glen

It was announced recently that the SRT Viper would become the Dodge Viper in the near future as the Chrysler Group discontinues to standalone SRT brand and to celebrate the return to Dodge, the two SRT Viper GTS-R race cars in the TUDOR United SportsCar Championship will wear the livery of the unstoppable Team Oreca Dodge Vipers of the 1990s and early 2000s.

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By John Goreham Jun 23 2014 - 12:45pm

Ford's 2015 F-150 and Chevy's Colorado hit Toyota Tundra and Tacoma with one-two punch

Toyota's 2015 Tundra and Tacoma seem woefully unprepared for what Ford's F-150 and Chevy's Colorado are about to throw at them.

By Patrick Rall Jun 23 2014 - 12:37pm

2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 LT4 Will Be Built in Kentucky and New York

The supercharged LT4 V8 that will motivate the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 will be most powerful production engine from GM ever and unlike the previous generation super-Vette engines – the new LT4 will be built both at the Bowling Green Corvette plant and at the Tonawanda engine facility in New York.

By Patrick Rall Jun 23 2014 - 11:14am

The New 2015 Ford Mustang Will Be the Safest Mustang Ever

The 2015 Ford Mustang will be the first marketing global, the fastest ever and the most efficient ever which is all very impressive, but what we have failed to consider thus far is that the next generation Mustang will also be the safest of the fabled pony cars with extensive safety innovations inside and out.

By Denis Flierl Jun 23 2014 - 8:14am

How Mercedes ensures top quality in the global 2015 C-Class

The all-new 2015 Mercedes C-Class is made in U.S. plant for the first time. Can Tuscaloosa workers master the new sedan?

By Denis Flierl Jun 23 2014 - 7:12am

2015 Subaru WRX STI finishes 4th in crash-plagued Nurburgring 24-hr

The 2015 Subaru WRX STI Nurburgring 24-hour race results are in. It was a tough day for the team.

By Denis Flierl Jun 21 2014 - 8:30am

Why the 2015 Subaru WRX STI will be super hot property in South Africa

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI will launch in South Africa but will be ultra-exclusive. What will make it such hot property?

By Denis Flierl Jun 21 2014 - 7:12am

U.S. buyers get left out again with this 2015 Subaru Outback feature

Subaru Canada announces the 2015 Subaru Outback and it comes with a feature U.S. buyers don’t get.

By John Goreham Jun 20 2014 - 1:45pm

The 2016 Toyota Prius will top 60 MPG

Toyota has always delivered a 10% increase in each new generation Prius. This next one will do much better.

By Denis Flierl Jun 20 2014 - 10:18am

VW Andretti Rallycross team unveils 2015 Beetle for GRC competition

The Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross team today unveiled the definitive 2015 Volkswagen Beetle GRC rallycross car. How fast is it?

By Luke Ottaway Jun 20 2014 - 10:16am

Stop the presses – Harley-Davidson has built an electric motorcycle and it looks spectacular

Could it be? The maker of some of the loudest, most hallowed cruiser motorcycles in the world has succumbed to the allure of electric mobility?

By Denis Flierl Jun 20 2014 - 7:35am

Watch 2015 Subaru WRX STI blow away Isle of Man record [video]

Subaru has released the 2015 WRX STI Isle of Man record run video. Be the first to watch Higgins set the production car record.

By Luke Ottaway Jun 19 2014 - 8:09pm

Chevrolet Volt passes a significant milestone, makes the most of electric range

Despite its limited electric range, the plug-in hybrid Chevrolet Volt has surpassed 500 million miles powered exclusively by electricity. Ensuing milestones will be reached in short order as the number of Volts on the road grows.

By Parks McCants Jun 19 2014 - 9:56am

Honda targets ‘Gen-Y’ to drive 2015 Fit sales to top of class

Honda is targeting resourceful Gen-Y customers with a fun multi-media campaign capitalizing on the flexibility and utility of the all new 2015 Fit. Torque News takes a closer look.

By Denis Flierl Jun 19 2014 - 7:06am

Why the exclusive 2015 Subaru BRZ Aozora is nothing but “blue sky”

Subaru Canada has introduced the new 2015 Subaru BRZ Aozora and its all blue sky. Should you buy the new model?

By Denis Flierl Jun 19 2014 - 6:47am

How you can win a 2015 Mercedes GLA-Class for a dream road trip

Mercedes-Benz has a contest to win a 2015 GLA-Class for a dream road trip. What do you need to do to win?

By Parks McCants Jun 19 2014 - 1:31am

2014 Honda Accord, Civic sales drive Harris Poll ‘Brand of the Year’

With the economic recovery of North America comes new car sales. Once again consumers have voted Honda “ Full Line Automotive Brand of The Year” Torque News looks to the numbers.

By Luke Ottaway Jun 18 2014 - 10:26pm

Survey provides fascinating insight into the reasons people buy electric vehicles

A survey of California EV owners came up with some interesting results about, among many other things, the main reasons people choose to go electric.

By John Goreham Jun 18 2014 - 7:02pm

Breaking down the pricing of the 2015 Lexus NX 200t

The mainstream motor press is wrong on the price of the 2015 Lexus NX 200t. We break it down and come up with an MSRP of $39,700 in its most popular configuration.

By Luke Ottaway Jun 18 2014 - 5:08pm

Massachusetts EV rebate program is now online, looks to boost short-term sales

Incentives for electric vehicle purchases are hotly debated and not all programs are successful. Massachusetts is now one of the most generous states as it kicks off its rebate program for new EV buyers.

By Patrick Rall Jun 18 2014 - 5:07pm

The 2015 Ford Mustang GT Fastback Offers the Most Bang for the Buck

Yesterday we took a close look at the pricing and options for the 2015 Ford Mustang GT Premium Fastback and today, we price out the more affordable non-Premium GT Fastback, a model that packs all of the power and none of the frills so for those looking to go fast on a budget – this is your car.

By Patrick Rall Jun 18 2014 - 4:28pm

The Challenger's Hellcat Hemi Could Make the SRT Jeep the World's Baddest SUV

Since the supercharger Hellcat Hemi was introduced for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT, we have talked about the likelihood of seeing that monster motor in the Dodge Charger, the Chrysler 300C and the Dodge Viper, but we have failed to consider the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT – which would be the most powerful production SUV in the world.

By Patrick Rall Jun 18 2014 - 12:35pm

GM LT Engine Trademarks for the Chevrolet Camaro, Corvette Revisited

After learning so much about the current Chevrolet Camaro and Corvette engine lineup over the past year, it seems like a fitting time to look back at an interesting list of engine name trademarks filed last year – revisiting my predictions from early 2013 and looking towards possible future engines.

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