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 Mechele Dillard May 7 2014 - 9:30am

UK Orders for Volkswagen Golf SV Will Be Filled in July

Consumers awaiting the Volkswagen Golf SV in the UK can order now and expect to be on the road this summer.

By John Goreham May 7 2014 - 9:05am

Mazda pre-order program for 2015 MX-5 Miata Anniversary Edition underway

If you want one of the most collectible MX-5 Miatas ever built, now is the time to act.

Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn & Bernd Osterloh

By Mechele Dillard May 7 2014 - 8:42am

Sustainability in Automobiles the 'Business Card' of Volkswagen Group

Volkswagen Group is going forward and making progress with its plan to become the industry leader in sustainability, and is explaining just what that means for consumers following their progress.

By Denis Flierl May 7 2014 - 8:01am

2015 Subaru WRX with CVT option blows away critics with surprising sales

Subaru Australia has announced the new 2015 Subaru WRX has record sales. But a big surprise is the number of WRX sports cars that are being sold with the optional CVT.

By Luke Ottaway May 7 2014 - 7:34am

Chrysler will add two large plug-in models by 2017, but not because it wants to

Not exactly known for electric vehicles, Chrysler plans to produce not one but two plug-in hybrids as part of their five-year plan revealed yesterday. It is a move driven primarily by regulations.

These 4 options make Mercedes-S-Class the best car on the planet

By Denis Flierl May 7 2014 - 6:51am

These 4 options make Mercedes S-Class the best luxury car on the planet

The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has won an unprecedented four awards at the Vehicle Dynamics International Awards, 2014.

By Patrick Rall May 6 2014 - 8:04pm

SRT Brand Dissolved, Refreshed Dodge Viper Coming for 2015

After existing as its own brand since 2011, the Chrysler Street and Racing Technology brand is being folded back into the Dodge brand and the mighty Viper will return to being the Dodge Viper for the 2015 model year - with a refresh for the supercar helping to kick off the return to the performance aimed Dodge brand.

By John Goreham May 6 2014 - 5:19pm

Toyota Tacoma owners' next generation wish list easy to meet

The Toyota Tacoma already has a lot going for it. Providing the many small things owners want may be what keeps the truck on top.

By John Goreham May 6 2014 - 12:38pm

Chinese company now sells both Fisker Karma and Tesla Model S based vehicles

Detroit-based VL Automotive, co-founded by the legendary Bob Lutz, is now part of WMGTA, an electric car maker with Chinese connections.

Audi has increased deliveries in the first quarter of 2014.

By Mechele Dillard May 6 2014 - 9:45am

Audi Delivering 17 New Models into the Market in 2014

In response to increased profitability, Audi is working harder, planning to deliver 17 models and derivatives this year.

By Luke Ottaway May 6 2014 - 9:37am

Tesla’s game-changing sedan will not be called Model E

The hyped Generation III vehicle due to begin production in 2017 remains nameless, as Tesla has dropped its pursuit of the trademark “Model E.”

By Mechele Dillard May 6 2014 - 9:12am

Volkswagen Brings Online Dating to Customers Searching for a New Car

Volkswagen's new customer-friendly website is patterned after online dating sites.

By Denis Flierl May 6 2014 - 7:20am

2014 Subaru BRZ GT300 goes home with another disappointing finish

The 2014 Subaru BRZ GT300 finished in 12 place at the second race of the SUPER GT Series at Fuji Speedway. Is BRZ underpowered?

2015 Subaru WRX STI receives this first-ever rating from IIHS

By Denis Flierl May 6 2014 - 6:28am

2015 Subaru WRX STI receives this first-ever top safety rating from IIHS [video]

Subaru announced that the 2015 Subaru WRX STI and WRX are top IIHS safety picks. This is a first-ever for the STI.

By Tim Esterdahl May 5 2014 - 1:50pm

GM Posts First Quarter Profit Due to Pricing Strategy - Win?

General Motors released its first quarter earnings report showing it narrowly avoided a much anticipated loss. Instead, GM turned a $125 million profit – down 86 percent versus last year. It looks like GM was able to avoid a recall induced loss thanks to its pricing strategy on full-size trucks.

By Luke Ottaway May 5 2014 - 10:10am

This astonishingly fast electric supercar is one step closer to reality

The stunning Rimac Concept_One has not seen much progress since its unveiling at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show, but recent investments have brought the Croatian startup closer to its goal of producing “the best car in the world.”

By Denis Flierl May 5 2014 - 7:52am

Higgins wins Oregon Tail in spectacular fashion on shredded tire

The 2014 Oregon Trail Rally results are in and the 2014 Subaru WRX STI Rally team takes a one-two-finish. Higgins wins it in spectacular fashion.

By Denis Flierl May 5 2014 - 6:58am

2015 WRX and WRX STI sets record pace down under

Subaru Australia reports the all-new 2015 Subaru WRX and WRX STI has achieved all-time record sales in April.

By Denis Flierl May 4 2014 - 8:11am

Pastrana takes lead in day two of Oregon Rally, Higgins engine seen smoking

The Oregon Trail Rally is underway with day two finished. What is going on with the Subaru WRX STI team?

By Denis Flierl May 4 2014 - 7:34am

Subaru expands STI network in Australia for performance buyers

Subaru is expanding their STI dealers and also offering the new 2014 BRZ, 2015 WRX and now the 2015 WRX STI for sale online.

By Aaron Turpen May 3 2014 - 3:47pm

Nissan road trip to NISMO Fiesta a success (video)

Nissan friends, employees, and fans all came together for a classic road trip of 920 miles from Nissan headquarters in Tennessee to the NISMO Fiesta in San Marcos, Texas. Here is video.

By Denis Flierl May 3 2014 - 8:33am

Subaru BRZ GT300 qualifies second for SUPER GT 2014

The 2014 Subaru BRZ GT300 has qualified in second place for the second leg of SUPER GT that takes place at Fuji Speedway this weekend.

By Denis Flierl May 3 2014 - 7:24am

See 1998 22B-STI and 2015 WRX STI Launch Edition at Boxerfest

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI Launch Edition will be on display at Subaru Boxerfest in Maryland this weekend with original 1998 Subaru 22B-STI.

By Patrick Rall May 2 2014 - 3:52pm

The Continued Lack of a Dodge Challenger Convertible Blows My Mind

The 2015 Dodge Challenger was designed to feature some styling cues of the 1971 Challenger and while the automaker has succeeded with this evolutionary design – there is still no convertible and the lack of a droptop version in a segment that obviously appreciates the open air freedom really blows my mind.

By John Goreham May 2 2014 - 3:31pm

Toyota's 2014 Prius Plug-in is the second most popular electrified vehicle in April

The Prius Plug-in quietly continues to be one of the top selling electrified cars in North America.

By John Goreham May 2 2014 - 2:39pm

Driving impressions of the new BMW i3 electric vehicle

BMW has created its own space in the EV market in terms of price and content, but does this car actually drive and feel like a BMW? The answer is interesting.

By Patrick Rall May 2 2014 - 1:07pm

Chevrolet Corvette Sales Through April Up 200%

When the new C7 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray made its world debut at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, many of the loud mouthed, old school Corvette owners cried foul at the new look – insisting that this car wouldn’t succeed due to the unconventional look – but after the first four months of 2014 the new Corvette is outselling the previous model by almost 200%.

By Denis Flierl May 2 2014 - 10:29am

How you will benefit from WRX STI Rally Team this weekend [video]

How does the average new car buyer benefit from Subaru's 2015 WRX STI motorsports involvement? Here’s how.

By Denis Flierl May 2 2014 - 7:31am

Why 5-door hatch makes WRX STI hottest selling car in Subaru’s lineup

Subaru announced all-time record sales for WRX STI. Why is it the hottest selling car in the lineup?

By Aaron Turpen May 1 2014 - 11:37pm

Nissan sales up. Again. With more records set

Nissan's U.S. sales figures are in and they're still climbing month-on-month and year-on-year. Find out which cars made the biggest gains and why Infiniti is still seeing gains as well.

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