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 Jun 9 2014 - 12:04pm

An Interesting Reminder on the 2015 Ford Mustang Styling

While the critics of the 2015 Ford Mustang redesign are crying foul over the fact that the front end is too European looking, we should all be reminded that the original Ford Mustang back in 1964 was designed to put an American spin on a European-like sports car.

By John Goreham Jun 9 2014 - 11:51am

Your chance to drive a 2014 BMW on a track for free is coming- don’t miss it

BMW is touring the US with a variety of programs offering drivers the chance to drive on an autocross course. There are also teen driver schools and car control school available. What you need to know to get a free spot.

By Denis Flierl Jun 9 2014 - 7:12am

Why is Mercedes-Benz selling so many 2014 CLA-Class four-door coupes?

Mercedes-Benz will use the 2014 CLA-Class for the subject of a new film and is looking for a new generation of filmmakers. It’s called the #CLAstory

By Luke Ottaway Jun 8 2014 - 10:58pm

Unique BMW i3 attracts new customers to the brand

The BMW i3 is what you might call a radical electric vehicle. It has seen strong demand so far, and BMW is thrilled at the number of buyers the i3 has taken from other brands.

Infiniti Performance Engineering Academy

By Aaron Turpen Jun 8 2014 - 5:29pm

Infiniti announces U.S. finalists for F1 engineering academy

The finalists for the Infiniti Performance Engineering Academy have been announced, including four American students who will vie for a scholarship into the Infiniti stables.

By Luke Ottaway Jun 8 2014 - 3:12pm

New Jersey will allow Tesla to sell direct, but eventually it might not matter

Nearly two months after Tesla was forced to halt sales at its two New Jersey stores, the state assembly has passed a bill permitting direct sales for zero-emission vehicle manufacturers. The big question is whether or not Tesla will eventually change its business model.

Three things make the 2015 Subaru BRZ a special sports car

By Denis Flierl Jun 8 2014 - 8:00am

Three things that make the 2015 Subaru BRZ a special sports car

The new 2015 Subaru BRZ is ready to launch and there are three things that make it a special sports car.

By Denis Flierl Jun 8 2014 - 6:53am

Lasek surprises with silver driving Subaru WRX STI at GRC X Games

Bucky Lasek driving the Subaru WRX STI wins his first medal in Rallycross at the Red Bull Global Rallycross X Games Austin.

By Parks McCants Jun 7 2014 - 7:02pm

Better safe than sorry, Honda recalls Japan built 2013 Fit

Despite a stellar reputation for economically priced quality built cars, American Honda is recalling the 2013 Fit. We take a closer look at the numbers.

By Denis Flierl Jun 7 2014 - 8:27am

VW dominates GRC X Games, Subaru also secures top spot

Volkswagen dominates the first day of Red Bull Global Rallycross at X Games. Subaru WRX STI is the only other car to break into a top spot.

By Denis Flierl Jun 7 2014 - 7:11am

STI-enhanced 2015 Subaru BRZ Sport-Tech Aozora Edition coming to Canada

The new 2015 Subaru BRZ Sport-Tech Aozora Edition is STI enhanced for the Canada market. What sets it apart?

By Patrick Rall Jun 6 2014 - 3:22pm

The 2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Could Be More Boss 302, Less GT500

Ford has done a remarkable job of protecting the details of the next generation high performance Mustang so while we don’t even know for sure what it will be called – be it the Shelby GT350 or the new SVT Cobra – I expect a high powered Mustang that is more like the previous Boss 302 than the previous Shelby GT500.

By Patrick Rall Jun 6 2014 - 2:01pm

GM Fires 15 for Ignition Recall Blunders, America Deserves to Know Who

General Motors boss Mary Barra announced yesterday that 15 company employees have been fired as a result of the failure to recall the vehicles with the ignition problems and although America deserves to know what positions have been vacated – the company has only named one name thus far.

By Patrick Rall Jun 6 2014 - 11:39am

See How the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Stacks Up Against the World's Most Powerful

General Motors has announced the official power figures for the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and with 650 horsepower, it is the most powerful GM road model ever – while also being the second most powerful American road car ever and ranking in the top ten most powerful production cars sold in the world today.

By Denis Flierl Jun 6 2014 - 10:07am

2015 Subaru WRX STI breaks yet another record at Isle of Man!

The 2015 Subaru WRX STI that just set a record at the Isle of Man TT Course has broken the record again.

By Parks McCants Jun 6 2014 - 9:56am

Redesigned 2015 Honda Fit will drive North America new car sales

For April Fit was American Honda Motors best selling car in North America. Torque News-Honda believes that Fit will be Honda's best selling car for 2015. We take a closer look at the numbers.

By Denis Flierl Jun 6 2014 - 7:57am

Six reasons Subaru can justify 2015 Subaru Outback price bump

The all-new 2015 Subaru Outback gets a price bump. Is the price increase across the model lineup justified?

By Luke Ottaway Jun 6 2014 - 7:20am

Everyone wants a cheaper Tesla, according to unscientific poll

It is fairly common, when the subject of Tesla is brought up, to hear people say “I’d love to buy one if only it wasn’t so expensive.” They really mean it, according to a recent poll.

By Denis Flierl Jun 6 2014 - 6:53am

Can Pastrana bring a win to Subaru WRX STI Global Rallycross team?

Travis Pastrana joins Subaru WRX STI Global Rallycross team at X Games Austin this Saturday.

By John Goreham Jun 5 2014 - 10:35pm

As Tesla slips to fourth in sales many underestimate Toyota's impact on US electric car market

In the EV sales race Nissan leads, Toyota is looking to pass, Chevy drops back, Ford accelerates, and Tesla is stuck in fourth. Nobody else matters.

By Patrick Rall Jun 5 2014 - 7:08pm

19 Drivers Prepared to Battle for X Games RallyCross Gold This Weekend

This weekend marks the second stop for the 2014 Red Bull Global RallyCross season with a lengthy list of 19 drivers preparing to duke it out for the gold medal at the summer X Games in Austin Texas – with several popular GRC drivers making their only planned start of the season.

By Keith Griffin Jun 5 2014 - 6:38pm

Win a Hyundai Genesis Based on Your Skills

Fox has "So You Think You Can Dance?" Now Hyundai has "So You Think You Can Drift?" and the top winner in the country drives away in a brand-new 3.8-liter 2015 Hyundai Genesis Ultimate.

By John Goreham Jun 5 2014 - 5:12pm

Will aluminum 2015 Ford F-150 slow Toyota Tundra's amazing sales surge?

The 2014 Toyota Tundra is on a multi-month sales expansion. Will the new Ford F-150's advances steal away Toyota's customers and stop its run?

By Patrick Rall Jun 5 2014 - 4:12pm

The Refreshed Dodge Viper SRT Should Be the New Roadster

The Chrysler Group has promised that the new Dodge Viper SRT coming in 2015 will be refreshed and with the SRT Viper being practically brand new, it has left many people wondering what the 2015 refresh might hold – and I think that it will bring about the introduction of the newest Viper convertible or roadster.

By Parks McCants Jun 5 2014 - 1:21pm

Honda Civic Type R not included in 2015 roadside assistance program

We have been asked the question by our readers: Will North America’s number one selling compact sedan, the Civic, be included in Honda’s roadside assistance program? Torque News Honda takes a closer look.

By Patrick Rall Jun 5 2014 - 1:11pm

Cadillac CTS-V, Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Recalled for Supercharger Failures

General Motors will recall the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and Cadillac CTS-V over a concern that the 6.2L engine’s supercharger could fail, causing the engine not to start or - in a worst case scenario – causing massive internal engine damage.

By Patrick Rall Jun 5 2014 - 12:19pm

2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Power, MPGs Previewed in Lincoln MKC Form

The power figures for the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost haven’t been announced but Ford Motor Company rolled out the official power specs for that same motor in the 2015 Lincoln MKC – giving us a very rough idea of what to expect when the turbocharged Mustang arrives.

By John Goreham Jun 5 2014 - 12:12pm

Repurposed Camry Hybrid batteries to power Yellowstone campus

Toyota’s commitment to the environment goes beyond selling more green cars than any other automaker. Toyota’s Camry batteries play a new key role in clean power generation at our nation’s oldest national park.

By Aaron Turpen Jun 5 2014 - 11:07am

Rogue named 'Best Crossover' in 2014

The 10 Best Family Cars list for 2014 has been released by Parents Magazine and Edmunds.com, naming the Nissan Rogue as the best crossover. No surprise there.

By Parks McCants Jun 5 2014 - 11:00am

Honda Performance Development is the giant killer of international motorsports

According to Art St.Cyr, president of Honda Performance Development, racing lies at the core of Honda’s DNA. Torque News-Honda takes a closer look at HPD, the giant killer of domestic and international motorsports.

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