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 Apr 21 2014 - 12:26pm

Fisker plots an unlikely comeback, may restart production of Karma next year

Though best known for losing most of the money it received from the government as part of President Obama’s stimulus plan, the new owner of Fisker has breathed life into the electric automaker that could return to production as early as next year.

By Patrick Rall Apr 21 2014 - 11:11am

The 2015 Ford Mustang Gets Unbelievable Industry First - Factory Line Lock

Ford Motor Company has announced that the 2015 Mustang GT will come with factory installed line lock setup that will allow owners to perform gigantic burnouts – making the next generation Mustang GT even more user friendly for those who want to take their pony car racing.

By John Goreham Apr 21 2014 - 10:23am

Lexus NX 200t has a very familiar engine design that works well for BMW

The new 2015 Lexus NX 200t will take the BMW path when it comes to engine technology.

By Mechele Dillard Apr 21 2014 - 10:05am

UAW Looks to Congress After Withdrawal of VW Chattanooga Election Complaint

The UAW has decided to give up its fight following rejection by Tennessee auto workers in February, but refuses to concede that they had a case to make. In fact, they are looking to Congress for a measure of vindication.

By John Goreham Apr 21 2014 - 10:05am

Lexus NX 200t and NX 300h interiors will help modernize the brand

Lexus is creating a new look for its interiors that moves away from the wood trim of our parents and grandparents' cars.

By Denis Flierl Apr 21 2014 - 8:02am

Mercedes AMG Petronas is on a roll, takes third consecutive one-two finish

The Chinese Grand Prix results are in. The Mercedes AMG Petronas team of Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg win their third consecutive one-two finish in Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix.

By Denis Flierl Apr 21 2014 - 6:56am

5 ways the new 2015 Subaru Outback trumps the outgoing model

The all-new 2015 Subaru Outback has been introduced at the New York International Auto Show. These five features trump the old model.

By Denis Flierl Apr 20 2014 - 6:51am

2015 Subaru WRX STI NBR drivers need to improve in one key area

Subaru and the 2015 WRX STI Nurburgring 24-hour race car is getting ready by appearing in Round 2 of the VLN (VLN2) endurance series. But are the drivers ready?

By Denis Flierl Apr 20 2014 - 5:38am

Higgins will attempt record setting run in 2015 Subaru WRX STI

Subaru has announced they will attempt a record setting run with the new 2015 Subaru WRX STI at the Isle of Man. Can Mark Higgins break his own record?

By Mechele Dillard Apr 19 2014 - 11:22am

Volkswagen Claims Role of Pioneer for E-Mobility in China

Volkswagen Group recognizes China as a key player in its Strategy 2018 for expansion and further development of an efficient, eco-friendly product world-wide.

By Luke Ottaway Apr 19 2014 - 11:13am

Owner of lemon Model S waves white flag, will dismiss case if Tesla refunds vehicle

Robert Montgomery and his lawyer, Vince Megna, made it very publicly known that Tesla had sold the Wisconsin doctor a defective vehicle. Despite a loud beginning, it appears Montgomery’s lawsuit will end quietly with a small settlement.

Five new fuel-saving upgrades to look for on 2015 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl Apr 19 2014 - 8:52am

Five new fuel-saving enhancements to look for on 2015 Subaru Outback

The all-new 2015 Subaru Outback gets unveiled at the New York International Auto Show with five new fuel-saving upgrades.

By Denis Flierl Apr 19 2014 - 7:14am

2015 WRX STI gets transformed into full GRC supercar trim

Subaru unveils the all-new 2015 Global RallyCross STI at the New York International Auto Show. It started as a 2015 Subaru WRX STI production car.

By Patrick Rall Apr 18 2014 - 4:08pm

A Closer Look at the 2015 Dodge Challenger 392 Scat Pack Models

While the Chrysler Group was most concentrated on the new 1971-esque styling of the 2015 Dodge Challenger, the bigger news was the introduction of the new R/T Scat Pack models that are powered by the 392 cubic inch Hemi – and today we take a closer look at the features of the new Scat Pack Challenger.

By Aaron Turpen Apr 18 2014 - 3:36pm

Nissan GT-R tuner clocked at 7.81 second quarter mile

Who owns the fastest GT-R supercar in the world? Well, we know now. Two tuners have held the record and a new rivalry has been assumed. We have video.

By Patrick Rall Apr 18 2014 - 2:46pm

2015 Dodge Charger R/T Gets Performance Timers, Launch Control

When the 2015 Dodge Charger R/T arrives in showrooms later this year, owners will get to enjoy the same performance timers and engine parameter gauges that have been offered on the Charger SRT for the past few years – joining up with a new launch control system that will make for an even more engaging performance driving experience.

By Parks McCants Apr 18 2014 - 2:45pm

Honda, Acura posts high recall numbers despite record quality rating

Honda has a higher rate of recall than G.M.,Ford and Toyota. But it’s not due to what you think. Acura and Honda hold claim to some of the highest manufactured quality and resale ratings in the industry. We look to the numbers.

By Patrick Rall Apr 18 2014 - 11:44am

Fans Help Put the Ford Mustang in the Guinness Record Book

Ford Motor Company and the Guinness World Record folks have announced that the Ford Mustang has officially set the record for the most virtual signatures on an electronic greeting card – with 55,720 signing the online birthday card for the Mustang’s 50th.

By Denis Flierl Apr 18 2014 - 8:59am

Mercedes AMG Petronas will run new power at 2014 Chinese Grand Prix

The first practice sessions for Mercedes AMG Petronas took place at the UBS Chinese Grand Prix. The team will run new power units.

By Denis Flierl Apr 18 2014 - 7:25am

Subaru drops two significant features on 2015 Subaru Outback to get 33 mpg

The 2015 Subaru Outback is dropping two significant mechanical features but now gets 33 mpg highway fuel mileage.

By Luke Ottaway Apr 18 2014 - 2:01am

Proposal to eliminate California rebate for expensive EVs is both logical and unfair

The California Air Resources Board is to be commended for encouraging EV sales with substantial rebates. Now in debt, however, CARB is debating removing the state rebate for electric vehicles with a price tag above $60,000.

By Patrick Rall Apr 17 2014 - 6:09pm

Dodge Uses Very, Very Old People to Celebrate 100 Years and the 2015 Challenger

The Dodge brand is celebrating 100 years in business in 2014 and to talk about the advantages of existing for that long, Dodge introduced a new minute long clip showing a great many people over the age of 100 talking about what can be learned – with this unusual video featuring the new 2015 Challenger 392 Hemi Scat Pack Shaker.

By Patrick Rall Apr 17 2014 - 5:32pm

Chevrolet Offers More Performance Than Any Brand with Camaro, Corvette and SS

Now that General Motors has offered up the new 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible at the 2014 New York International Auto Show, the biggest of the American automakers now offers 14 different performance vehicles under the Camaro, Corvette or SS performance sedan nameplates – more performance cars than any other automaker doing business in the US.

By John Goreham Apr 17 2014 - 5:22pm

Do electric vehicle subsidies make sense?

If the goal is to increase sales and make EVs affordable to the average consumer the answer appears to be "no."

By Mechele Dillard Apr 17 2014 - 4:53pm

Volkswagen Brings Google Technology to Innovative Touareg

Volkswagen is offering networking to consumers with its technology updates on the new generation of Touareg with "mobile online services."

By Patrick Rall Apr 17 2014 - 3:26pm

Happy 50th Birthday to the Ford Mustang - A Quick Retrospect of Power

The first Ford Mustang was introduced on April 17th 1964 at the New York World’s Fair so with the arrival of April 17th 2014, the mighty Mustang has officially turned 50 years old – making it the longest running nameplate for a car in the US auto industry.

By Parks McCants Apr 17 2014 - 3:10pm

Honda 2015 HR-V takes North America back to the future

Honda resurrects a model moniker from a not too distant past in naming the latest addition to the light truck line. Honda takes North America back to the future with the all new 2015 HR-V.

By John Goreham Apr 17 2014 - 1:41pm

The 2015 Scion FR-S Release Series 1.0 is track-oriented

Scion adds a bit of track bling to an already very track-able car.

By John Goreham Apr 17 2014 - 1:15pm

CX-5 and 2014 Mazda6 help Mazda dominate Edmunds' Top Rated Vehicles list

Only Audi comes anyplace close to matching the Mazda result.

By Patrick Rall Apr 17 2014 - 1:03pm

The 2015 Dodge Charger Debuts with a Controversial New Look

The first images of the 2015 Dodge Charger leaked onto the internet last night, revealing the refreshed exterior styling that has proven to be more than a touch controversial due to a high tech look that critics are accusing of being too much like the smaller Dodge Dart,but regardless of what else the new Charger might look like - this four door muscle carlooks sharp from all angles.

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