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 Denis Flierl Jul 6 2014 - 6:49am

Why Subaru and Toyota won’t axe the global BRZ two-door sports coupe

The 2015 Subaru BRZ arrives at the Taipei Motor Show. Why will Subaru keep producing the global BRZ?

By Parks McCants Jul 5 2014 - 4:07pm

Tough June for Honda: Exploding airbag recall, faulty seatbelt litigation

Every mass manufactured automotive product is subject to recall despite stringent quality control measures. June was a tough month for American Honda Motors. Torque News takes a closer look at the headlines.

By Denis Flierl Jul 5 2014 - 8:08am

Why fans will storm showrooms for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution successor

The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has just started production in Japan and will make its dealer launch here in the U.S. soon. Will fans buy a PHEV EVO?

By Denis Flierl Jul 5 2014 - 6:49am

Three reasons 2015 Subaru Forester is the Top Compact SUV

The 2015 Subaru Forester has won another global award. Why did 4x4 Australia magazine rate it so high?

By Luke Ottaway Jul 5 2014 - 12:42am

Stolen Tesla Model S crashes and burns in spectacular fashion

Tesla has had problems with Model S battery fires before. Very early on July 4 another Tesla caught fire after a collision resulting in an aftermath that must be seen to be believed.

By John Goreham Jul 4 2014 - 3:07pm

Toyota should keep the 2015 Tacoma simple

Contrary to our recent stories, many owners and fans of the Toyota Tacoma feel the vehicle should not try to match the new Chevy Colorado. In fact, they like the truck just the way it is.

By Luke Ottaway Jul 4 2014 - 10:42am

The most patriotic car decision you can make

This July 4 we should recognize the best way to show our American pride when buying a car: making the switch to a plug-in electric vehicle.

By Denis Flierl Jul 4 2014 - 8:35am

Subaru to recall 2008-2014 WRX STI models for brake line issue

Subaru has announced they will recall 660,000 vehicles and they include 2008-2014 WRX and WRX STI models.

By Denis Flierl Jul 4 2014 - 7:11am

Mercedes continues product offensive with 2015 CLA-Class Shooting Brake

Mercedes-Benz has announced they will launch a new 2015 CLA-Class Shooting Brake. When will wee see the new CLA wagon?

By John Goreham Jul 3 2014 - 8:39pm

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Dodge Hellcat Challenger - which excites you more?

With as much seriousness as the topic deserves, we compare the relative excitement of the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat to that of the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

By Patrick Rall Jul 3 2014 - 7:47pm

Prediction: The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Will Cost at Least $65k

The announcement that the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat will pack 707 horsepower and 650lb-ft of torque has rocked the automotive world, but the discussion has quickly shifted to just how much the most powerful muscle car of all time will cost – and there is a good chance that many muscle car loyalists will be unhappy with the sticker price of this Mopar monster.

By Patrick Rall Jul 3 2014 - 6:36pm

Ford F150, Chevrolet Corvette, Dodge Viper "Most American" Vehicles in America

The latest “Most American Vehicles” list has been issued by Cars.com and not surprisingly, the Ford F150 is the most American of the vehicles sold in the USA while the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Viper join the bestselling truck on a list of ten that includes seven vehicles from Japanese automakers.

By Patrick Rall Jul 3 2014 - 5:26pm

Thanks to the Hellcat Hemi Challenger, GM Needs a C7 Corvette ZR1

When the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 was introduced, GM said that there were no plans for a ZR1 since the new Z06 was the fastest Vette ever, but with the introduction of the new Hellcat Hemi-powered Dodge Challenger, GM will need a new ZR1 to pull ahead in the ongoing horsepower war.

By Denis Flierl Jul 3 2014 - 5:06pm

Are Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution fans ready for a PHEV Evolution?

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation created the Concept XR-PHEV Evolution. Could this be the 2015 Lancer Evolution successor?

By Aaron Turpen Jul 3 2014 - 4:59pm

Marcos GT Xylon, race legend Jackie Stewart's first race car, to auction

The first race car ever owned by Jackie Stewart will be auctioned in as-is, "barn find" condition later this month courtesy of Silverstone.

By Aaron Turpen Jul 3 2014 - 4:40pm

New Nissan plant to become hub for Navara opens

Nissan has announced the opening of a new production facility that will become the production hub for the NP300 Navara exports.

By Patrick Rall Jul 3 2014 - 4:39pm

Rumored: 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Could Pack 350hp

While Ford Motor Company has only promised that the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost would offer at least 305 horsepower and at least 300lkb-ft of torque, a new report quoting an unnamed inside suggests that the turbocharged S550 Mustang will offer 350 horsepower – which would make it a far more formidable foe in the horsepower war than we first had expected.

By Luke Ottaway Jul 3 2014 - 1:31pm

Huge month from Ford keeps plug-in sales rolling in June

The electric vehicle segment followed up a record-setting May with a similarly stellar June, led by the fleet of plug-ins from Ford.

How to win Evolution Tour tickets by test driving a CLA-Class or GLA-Class

By Denis Flierl Jul 3 2014 - 8:18am

How you can win Evolution Tour tickets by test driving a CLA-Class or GLA-Class

Test drive the new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class or 2015 GLA-Class and get tickets to the Evolution Tour. Who are the three popular bands?

By Denis Flierl Jul 3 2014 - 7:00am

Why doesn’t Subaru sell more BRZ two-door sport coupes?

The 2015 Subaru BRZ is set to make its dealer launch this month and the outgoing model’s numbers are up. But why doesn’t Subaru sell more?

By Aaron Turpen Jul 3 2014 - 1:43am

Nissan Group sales still through the roof

Nissan sees continued sales growth year-on-year with June 2014 rising over June 2013 for the brand while Infiniti is more hit-and-miss with their growth.

By Patrick Rall Jul 2 2014 - 4:28pm

The Challenger Hellcat in a Jeep Grand Cherokee Will Slaughter the European SUVs

Now that we know how much power the new Hellcat Hemi will make in the 2015 Dodge Challenger, it is very clear that a Hellcat powered Jeep Grand Cherokee will annihilate any performance SUV that the European supercar makers can come up – leaving the owners of the far more expensive German and Italian sport utes crying in their overpriced beer.

2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Versus 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

By Patrick Rall Jul 2 2014 - 2:44pm

Revisited: 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Vs. 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

A while back I did a piece discussing the fact that the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat wouldn’t beat the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and now that the Chrysler Group has announced the shocking power figures for the supercharged Hellcat Hemi – it only seems proper to revisit the battle between the two American monsters.

By Patrick Rall Jul 2 2014 - 1:48pm

Watch and Listen to the 707hp Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat in Action

We found out yesterday that the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat would pack 707 horsepower and 650lb-ft of torque from the new 6.2L supercharged Hemi and today, we have a couple videos showing that new monster muscle car motor – giving us a great chance to see and hear the 707hp Challenger in action.

By Patrick Rall Jul 2 2014 - 12:09pm

The Saleen S302 2015 Ford Mustang Features a Far More Aggressive Design

The 2015 Ford Mustang is a pretty big deal to the American performance world and with the next generation pony car expected to arrive within the next few months, the folks from Saleen have offered up the first image of their S302 package – with a front end design that is substantially different and exponentially more aggressive than the standard Mustang face.

By Parks McCants Jul 2 2014 - 10:30am

MDX sales drive Acura to profitability in North America economic recovery

If paper plates are an economic indicator, the Acura MDX is the bellwether Blue Chip stock of Acura’s lineup. Torque News takes a closer look at the driving force behind the Acura renaissance.

By Denis Flierl Jul 2 2014 - 7:55am

This new app gives WRX STI fans incredible view of Global Rallycross action [video]

Subaru has just released a new mobile app featuring 360 degree video technology for WRX STI Global Rallycross and Rally America fans.

By Denis Flierl Jul 2 2014 - 6:43am

Five reasons why 2015 Subaru WRX and WRX STI are flying out of dealer showrooms

The 2015 Subaru WRX and WRX STI sales are hot as the new performance sedans have been launched here in the U.S.

By Parks McCants Jul 2 2014 - 1:16am

2014 Honda Civic drives North America car sales to record highs

North America is buying the slightly redesigned 2014 Civic in record numbers. Torque News takes a look at the hows and whys of North America’s best selling compact.

By Luke Ottaway Jul 1 2014 - 11:36pm

Nissan LEAF continues impressive monthly sales hot streak

Nissan’s all-electric pioneer has been on a tear of late. Coming off a record-setting May, the LEAF didn’t disappoint in June.

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