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 Mar 5 2014 - 11:11am

The 2015 Ford F Series Super Duty Becomes the Most Powerful Truck in the Class

The latest shot heard round the auto industry came today as Ford Motor Company announced that the 2015 F Series Super Duty lineup will feature a revised 6.7L PowerStroke diesel that will have more horsepower, more torque and the highest towing capacity in the class – although there is a catch of sorts.

By Denis Flierl Mar 5 2014 - 8:21am

An active generation lines up to buy 2014 Subaru Forester and XV Crosstrek

The new 2014 Subaru Forester and 2014 XV Crosstrek continue to set a blistering pace as the Japanese automaker sets more records in February. What is driving sales?

By Keith Griffin Mar 5 2014 - 6:49am

Is the Intrado a Hyundai Genesis SUV?

That stunning new Hyundai Intrado garnering lots of attention at the Geneva Auto Show could actually be the basis for a Hyundai Genesis crossover according to one interview out of Australia with a top Hyundai Europe executive.

By Patrick Rall Mar 4 2014 - 8:41pm

The 1962 Black Corvette is Out of the Museum Sinkhole (Video)

The crew responsible for extracting all of the historic American performance cars from the sinkhole under the National Corvette Museum was hard at work today – this time removing the black 1962 Chevrolet Corvette which was perched precariously along the side of the hole in the Earth with a 10,000lb slab of concrete pressed against the front end.

By Patrick Rall Mar 4 2014 - 7:42pm

Ford Teams Up with OPI Nail Polish for a 2015 Mustang Inspired Hue

Ford Motor Company announced today that as part of the 50th anniversary Mustang celebration, the automaker has teamed up with OPI Nail Lacquer to commemorate the original pony car with a new Race Red nail polish – marking the first time that an automaker has worked with a beauty products company to create a exterior paint themed nail polish color.

By John Goreham Mar 4 2014 - 2:32pm

Why are 2014 Toyota Tundra sales growing so much?

Toyota's sales are down, the industry is moaning about poor sales overall, and yet the Tundra is on a multi-year sales increase curve. Why?

By John Goreham Mar 4 2014 - 10:00am

A sneak peek at the new Mazda 2

Mazda will show its Hazumi concept today. To build excitement Mazda is still threatening a diesel engine for the US market.

2015 Subaru WRX STI will take on best European sports cars and win

By Denis Flierl Mar 4 2014 - 8:21am

2015 WRX STI will take on best European sports cars and win

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI makes its European debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2014.

By Denis Flierl Mar 4 2014 - 7:10am

Subaru VIZIV2 Concept comes with a big surprise in Geneva [video]

The new Subaru VIZIV2 Concept has been unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show 2014 today with a new twist.

By Parks McCants Mar 4 2014 - 12:05am

60,000 new buyers propel Honda to yet another record sales month

Despite a seasonal “cool down” experienced in the auto industry following the holidays and “ year end” clearance sales, American Honda Motors is reporting yet another record sales month. We take a look at what’s bringing 60,000 news buyers a month to the mark.

The Ruby Red 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 40th Anniversary Edition

By Patrick Rall Mar 3 2014 - 6:22pm

The 1993 Ruby Red 40th Anniversary Corvette is Out of the Sinkhole - But It’s Not Pretty (Video)

After removing the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Blue Devil Prototype from the National Corvette Museum sinkhole this morning, the crew spent the afternoon successfully lifting the 1993 Ruby Red 40th Anniversary Edition Chevrolet Corvette out of the hole as well – although the damage to this classic Corvette is far too bad for it to drive away from the scene.

By John Goreham Mar 3 2014 - 5:05pm

Nokian creates deployable studs for winter tires

Watch the video. The coolest thing since the Speed Racer Mach 5 may soon be a reality.

By John Goreham Mar 3 2014 - 4:24pm

Prius, not Tesla, the best Green Car according to Consumer Reports

2014 Toyota Prius the best Green Car according to Consumer Reports. "This one goes to eleven."

By Patrick Rall Mar 3 2014 - 3:46pm

Ford Uses Heavy Duty Humans to Test the Seats of the 2015 F150

Ford Motor Company wanted to make sure that the new 2015 F150 was better in every way so they’ve gone to unusual testing procedures – including using some big men to help test the resiliency against wear of the new leather seats rather than robotic testing.

The 2009 Corvette ZR1 Blue Devil being lifted out of the sinkhole

By Patrick Rall Mar 3 2014 - 2:52pm

The 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Blue Devil Drives Away from the Sinkhole! (Video)

Finally the people at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green Kentucky had some good news today as the first of the historic Corvettes to be swallowed by the sinkhole has been exacted – marking the start of a careful auto-archeological dig that is expected to take several weeks.

By Patrick Rall Mar 3 2014 - 1:45pm

2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, C7R Set for European Debut; Stingrays to Hit Europe in April

General Motors will use high performance to capture attention at this week’s Geneva Motor Show with the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and Corvette C7R race car serving as the collective center piece of a display which focuses on American muscle.

By Patrick Rall Mar 3 2014 - 12:41pm

Late Run Rush Pushes Ford Mustang Past Chevrolet Camaro in Feb Sales

The 2014 Ford Mustang is the final model year for the S197 generation and a typical late-run sales rush helped to push the Mustang ahead of the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger in February 2014 sales – although the Camaro still leads the sales race for the 2014 calendar year.

By Aaron Turpen Mar 3 2014 - 12:11pm

Nissan announces February sales results and they're all good

Every Nissan brand division was up significantly in February 2014 sales figures over February 2013. Here's the details.

By John Goreham Mar 3 2014 - 11:04am

You won't guess which EV in your neighborhood is the sportiest

It is also the longest running EV in your neighborhood, and is really cool.

Apple’s CarPlay premieres in Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari and Volvo in Geneva

By Denis Flierl Mar 3 2014 - 6:01am

How Apple’s CarPlay will revolutionize the driving experience

Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari and Volvo will be the first automakers to debut the new Apple software called CarPlay at the Geneva Auto Show.

Apple’s “iOS in the Car” to be revealed in Geneva, will it be a game changer?

By Denis Flierl Mar 2 2014 - 8:01am

How Apple's "iOS in the Car" could change the way we view automobiles

Reports says Apple’s “iOS in the Car” will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show 2014 in Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, and Volvo. Will it be a game-changer?

By Aaron Turpen Mar 1 2014 - 6:00pm

Pricing for 2014 Nissan NV200 begins at $20,240

Introduced only a year ago, the little NV200 van has become a popular go-to choice for businesses and those needing a small van with lots of capability.

By Aaron Turpen Mar 1 2014 - 11:19am

Nissan announces 2014 Juke NISMO RS pricing

Want a new Nissan Juke NISMO RS? It's available now in dealerships nationally with a price tag starting out lower than you might think.

By Aaron Turpen Mar 1 2014 - 11:06am

Pricing announced for 2015 Nissan GT-R NISMO

The long-awaited GT-R NISMO for the 2015 model year has received pricing for the U.S. market. We remind you why you need one.

By Denis Flierl Mar 1 2014 - 10:49am

These four AWD versions set Subaru vehicles apart from competition

Subaru uses four versions of Symmetrical AWD for 2014-2015 Forester, XV Crosstrek, Legacy, Outback and WRX STI models.

The sinkhole at the National Corvette Museum

By Patrick Rall Feb 28 2014 - 2:12pm

Three Corvettes Coming Out of the National Corvette Museum Sinkhole Starting Monday

We have some good news about the tragic sinkhole which swallowed up 8 historic Chevrolet Corvettes at the National Corvette Museum – extraction of the damaged cars is scheduled to begin on Monday March 3rd.

By Patrick Rall Feb 28 2014 - 1:11pm

TorqueNews Exclusive: Watch the 2015 Ford Mustang GT in the Wind Tunnel (Video)

Ford Motor Company put more than twice the research and development time into the aerodynamics of the 2015 Ford Mustang and to show off the slippery form of the newest muscle car – Ford invited a select group of media to their wind tunnel facility for a closer look.