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 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.

By Patrick Rall May 29 2014 - 9:23pm

The First European 2015 Ford Mustangs Sell Out in 30 Seconds

This past weekend, the Ford of Europe officially began taking orders for the 2015 Ford Mustang for the European market at the UEFA Champions League Final game and with an incredible 9,300 people lining up – the first batch of Mustangs slated for sale across the pond sold out in less than 30 seconds.

By Patrick Rall May 29 2014 - 5:31pm

A Look at 50 Years of Design Heritage in the 2015 Ford Mustang (Interactive Infographic)

Ford Motor Company has issued a statement and the simple infographic above showing how the 2015 Ford Mustang shares design cues that have not just been found on previous generations of the famed pony car in the past half century.

By Patrick Rall May 29 2014 - 12:11pm

2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Orders to Begin in July, Deliveries in September

Earlier this week we brought you the news of the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray getting a few new appearance packages and today, we have an idea as to when those first 2015 models can be ordered and when they will begin arriving in showrooms around the country.

By Denis Flierl May 29 2014 - 7:27am

How Mercedes uses Instagram to brilliantly sell new 2014 CLA-Class

Mercedes-Benz is brilliant when it comes to marketing the new 2014 CLA-Class. What are they doing to attract new buyers to the brand?

By Denis Flierl May 29 2014 - 7:11am

2015 Subaru Outback gets ready to launch but is it too soft for recreation?

The all-new 2015 Subaru Outback is getting ready to launch, but the fourth generation outgoing model is selling surprisingly well.

By Luke Ottaway May 28 2014 - 10:33pm

GM takes workplace charging to a new level, others should follow

General Motors is doing its best to convince the world that it is fully committed to the success of electric vehicles. The company now boasts 401 electric vehicle charging stations at its U.S. locations.

By Luke Ottaway May 28 2014 - 9:16pm

Despite roadblocks, Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid will arrive in US in fall 2015

The plug-in sport utility vehicle that has sold well in Europe and Japan is at last on its way to the United States, and will arrive sooner than some recent reports feared.

By John Goreham May 28 2014 - 4:12pm

No EVs make it to the top 5 of AAA’s Green Car Guide best value list

We have made the case off and on over the years that EVs and diesel cars may not be the best value for those trying to buy a green car. AAA’s branch in the heart of green-car country now makes that point.

By Patrick Rall May 28 2014 - 3:56pm

Check Out This SEMA Bound Widebody C7 Corvette Stingray from Gurnade

It is May 28th, 2014 and while the 2014 SEMA Show is almost 6 months away, we already have out look at the first possible preview in the form of the new Chevrolet Corvette Stingray wearing an elaborate widebody package from Gurnade. Yes, SEMA previews already… and it’s a good one.

By John Goreham May 28 2014 - 2:58pm

Tesla Model S bumps Toyota RAV4 EV from top spot on Green Car list

AAA of Southern California’s annual Green Car Guide chose the most expensive electric car as its top choice. Surprised?

By Patrick Rall May 28 2014 - 1:57pm

The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Drive Modes Offer High Tech Handling Customization

In order to help drivers of the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT make the most of the 485-600 horsepower, the Chrysler Group has included a new Drive Mode system that adjusts a variety of parameters including the suspension, the shift points, the traction control, the stability control and more – allowing the driver to make adjustments to fit his or her style and abilities.

By John Goreham May 28 2014 - 11:56am

Chevy Colorado will come with innovative child safety seat feature

The Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon will launch with innovative feature that parents will appreciate. Toyota's next Tacoma and Nissan's final Frontier had better be something very special coming if they want to retain their sales.

By John Goreham May 28 2014 - 11:34am

Four things besides the steering wheel Google's self-driving car will eliminate

Google announced its new self-driving car prototype has no steering wheel. That is the least interesting thing self driving cars will cut out.

By Luke Ottaway May 27 2014 - 11:03pm

Top Gear host to buy a BMW i3 for ‘different sort of pleasure in motoring’

James May, a host on the popular UK car show, is planning to purchase a BMW i3 REx. He conceded that electric motors are better for propelling vehicles than the combustion engines that his show typically favors.

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