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 3 2014 - 2:54pm

2014 Prius Plug-In defies skeptics with sales leap as California HOV lane stickers run out

The predicted drop in Prius Plug-In sales by some EV advocates does not come to pass. Rather, sales quadrupled in May and the PIP outsold every green car except the Leaf.

By Patrick Rall Jun 3 2014 - 2:34pm

Chevrolet Corvette Z06-Based C7.R Looks Strong in First LeMans Practice Session

The new Chevrolet Corvette C7.R teams both took to the Circuit de la Sarthe track this past weekend for their first practice session leading up to the 2014 24 Hours of LeMans and while the results arent as good as they could be – it seems that the Corvette Racing teams are very pleased with their early lap times.

By Patrick Rall Jun 3 2014 - 11:53am

Steeda Clarifies Standpoint on 2015 Ford Mustang Weight

Steeda Autosports seemingly dropped some bad news about the 2015 Ford Mustang recently when they claimed that it would be 200-300 pounds heavier, but the Mustang accessory gurus have since clarified that those figures are based solely on their best guess – meaning that this weight increase for the S550 Mustang is anything but official.

By Denis Flierl Jun 3 2014 - 7:36am

Why 2015 Subaru WRX STI will be wildly popular in Russia

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX and WRX STI make their launch in Russia. Why will the performance cars be wildly popular in Russia?

How this Gray Metallic 2015 Subaru Outback shows us the way to success

By Denis Flierl Jun 3 2014 - 6:51am

How this Gray Metallic 2015 Subaru Outback shows you the way to success

How does the first 2015 Subaru Outback that rolled off the assembly line show us the way to success?

By Patrick Rall Jun 2 2014 - 6:38pm

Awesome News: Forza Horizon 2 Coming to Your Xbox One and 360 This Fall

Lovers of the Forza racing series rejoice – Forza Horizon 2 is in production and we can expect this latest open world racer to hit stores sometime this fall for both the Xbox One and the Xbox 360.

By Parks McCants Jun 2 2014 - 5:50pm

Honda takes a beating from Team Penske IndyCar, Duel 2 at Detroit

Racing is racing and unknowns dominate an expensive game of corporate sponsored cat and mouse. Sundays “Duel 2” at Detroit witnessed Chevy power dominance as Team Penske took the checkered flag for the win. No worries…

By Patrick Rall Jun 2 2014 - 4:05pm

Dodge Uses Two Keys and Valet Mode to Limit the Challenger SRT Hellcat

The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat will come with a supercharged 6.2L Hemi that will deliver at least 600 horsepower and at least 575lb-ft of torque – but it will also come with two different ignition key fobs that will allow the driver to limit the capabilities of this monster for different driving situations.

By Patrick Rall Jun 2 2014 - 3:26pm

Lingenfelter Offers 2 Monster Supercharger Packages for the Chevrolet Camaro Z/28

The Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 is the most track capable Camaro of all time, but it is not the most powerful so for those folks who must have the most powerful GM muscle car on the road or the track with the accompaniment of the supercharger whine, the folks at Lingenfelter have introduced two different forced induction packages for the new LS7 Z/28.

By John Goreham Jun 2 2014 - 1:57pm

How aluminum trucks like the Ford F-150 and forward crash prevention systems may save your life

Two big things are coming to affordable vehicles like the 2015 Ford F-150 that could save your life in a crash, but it has to be in the other car to save you.

By John Goreham Jun 2 2014 - 11:40am

Lexus IS outscores rivals on IIHS Front Crash Prevention test

The 2014 Lexus IS 250 and IS 350 scored "Advanced" on the IIHS' front crash prevention system test and scored higher than the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes CLA, Infiniti Q50, and 2 Audi models.

By Patrick Rall Jun 2 2014 - 11:39am

The 2015 Ford Mustang Might Be 300lbs Heavier - and That Would Be Shocking

According to Mustang aftermarket gurus Steeda Autosports, the 2015 Ford Mustang curb weight has increased by 200- to 300 pounds – although no detail has been offered as to which components caused this very significant curb weight jump.

By John Goreham Jun 2 2014 - 10:37am

2014 Mazda5 named the most affordable 3-row vehicle by KBB

The Mazda family wins awards and accolades every week. It is nice to see the Mazda5 join the rest of the gang.

By Parks McCants Jun 2 2014 - 9:07am

2015 Acura MDX delivers highly rated luxury value and 28 mpg

Coming off of a year of record sales and industry wide accolades, the 2015 Acura MDX goes on sale Tuesday as Acura’s best selling luxury SUV. We believe it to be an exceptional SUV value.

By Luke Ottaway Jun 2 2014 - 7:58am

Solar Roadways would be great, but won't happen

You may have heard the idea of replacing many of America’s roads with durable solar panels that could generate electricity. It’s a great idea, but here’s why it probably won’t work.

By Denis Flierl Jun 2 2014 - 7:56am

2014 Subaru BRZ GT300 gets first podium of the season

The 2014 Subaru BRZ GT300 started in the pole position and finished in second place for their first podium of the season.

By Denis Flierl Jun 2 2014 - 6:38am

Subaru WRX STI dominates at fast Susquehannock Trail Performance Rally

David Higgins and Craig Drew’s 2014 Subaru WRX STI took first place at the Susquehannock Trail Performance Rally.

By Luke Ottaway Jun 1 2014 - 12:14pm

Porsche 911 plug-in is inevitable and will be spectacular, but is not official yet

Last week it was reported that a patent filed by Porsche confirmed the development of the rumored 911 plug-in hybrid. Not so fast: it still is not official.

By Denis Flierl Jun 1 2014 - 7:16am

Think the 2015 Subaru BRZ needs more power? Cosworth has a 230 hp solution [video]

Do you think the 2015 Subaru BRZ needs more power? Cosworth offers new power upgrades for the BRZ, FR-S and GT86.

By Denis Flierl May 31 2014 - 7:20am

2015 Subaru BRZ builds on its sports car design with these five new features

Subaru of America announces the 2015 BRZ and it comes with new features that will improve the two-door sports car.

By Aaron Turpen May 31 2014 - 1:23am

Nissan adding 500 new jobs to production of 2015 Murano

The 2015 Nissan Murano is going to being production soon and Nissan is adding about 500 new jobs to its Mississippi plant in order to make that happen.

By Aaron Turpen May 31 2014 - 1:12am

2014 Nissan Rogue recalled for steering issues thanks to an errant bolt

A small recall of a production series of the 2014 Nissan Rogue is underway for a steering issue that involves a misplaced bolt.

By Parks McCants May 30 2014 - 1:00pm

2014 Accord Hybrid more fuel efficient than 49cc Honda Super Cub

That’s right, when looking to the numbers we find that the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid is pound for pound more fuel efficient than a Honda 49cc Super Cub motorcycle.

By John Goreham May 30 2014 - 10:16am

Aluminum 2015 Ford F-150 not at risk from hail damage according to top engineer

We had a chance to ask Ford’s lead F-150 Engineer one thing face to face, and we put the question of hail to the chief.

By Denis Flierl May 30 2014 - 8:18am

Subaru drops this sporty feature on US 2015 Legacy that Canadians still get

Subaru Canada has just announced the launch of the 2015 Legacy sedan. And it comes with one sporty feature that U.S. buyers don’t get.

By Denis Flierl May 30 2014 - 6:31am

Special Edition Subaru BRZ Series.Blue inches us closer to STI model

Subaru announces a new Special Edition 2015 BRZ Series.Blue model with STI trim. Is it a forerunner of the BRZ STI?

By Aaron Turpen May 30 2014 - 1:52am

Nissan announces U.S. pricing for 2015 Versa Note

The Versa Note gets pricing for next year, including two new trim levels and additional standards for the base model.

By Aaron Turpen May 30 2014 - 1:26am

Nissan Z Roadster being discontinued

Nissan will discontinue production on the Fairlady Z Roadster, a popular but slow-selling variant of the 370Z, with the last being made in September.

By Parks McCants May 29 2014 - 11:09pm

EPA disclosure: Your actual Honda Accord Hybrid mileage may vary

Wow, once again Consumer Reports.Com comes out and bashes Honda. This time for overstating the average mpg of the Accord Hybrid. Can the crew at Consumer Reports read? Torque News-Honda takes a closer look at the numbers.

By Luke Ottaway May 29 2014 - 11:03pm

Zero-emission alliance among 8 states unveils plan for 3.3 million vehicles by 2025

A group of eight states has released a plan to facilitate the adoption of zero-emission vehicles, with the ultimate goal of placing 3.3 million such vehicles on their roads by 2025.

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