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 Denis Flierl Jan 16 2014 - 7:32am

2015 Subaru WRX STI: Same hp but how did it get faster? [video]

Subaru has introduced a completely redesigned 2015 WRX STI that has the same 305 hp but is faster than the outgoing model. How did they do it?

By John Goreham Jan 15 2014 - 3:21pm

Can you guess how many liters of gasoline Toyota's hybrids have saved?

Toyota’s global hybrid sales top 6 million. The amount of gasoline saved is pretty amazing. What would you guess?

By Patrick Rall Jan 15 2014 - 1:51pm

The 2015 Ford Mustang Looks Dashing in Triple Yellow at the 2014 NAIAS

The 2014 North American International Auto Show will offer many people their first chance to see the 2015 Ford Mustang in person but for those of us who attended the December 5th Mustang debut – the 2014 Motor City show allowed us a chance to check out the S550 in the new bright yellow hue.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 15 2014 - 12:34pm

Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn talks 2014, says trucks and compacts are 'it'

Nissan's CEO Carlos Ghosn sat down for a video interview in which he detailed the company's plans for 2014. Here's a rundown of the highlights as well as the full video interview.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 15 2014 - 12:11pm

Nissan Micra returns to Canada

Nissan will be bringing back the uber-compact Micra to the Canadian market, unveiling the new tiny mobile at the Montreal Auto Show tomorrow.

By Denis Flierl Jan 15 2014 - 8:05am

Pastrana returns to Subaru at Global RallyCross X Games

Travis Pastrana will be driving a 2014 Subaru WRX STI this year for the Subaru Team at the Global RallyCross round at X Games Austin this June.

Travis Pastrana rejoins 2014 Subaru WRX STI team!

By Denis Flierl Jan 15 2014 - 7:04am

Travis Pastrana rejoins 2014 Subaru WRX STI Rally Team USA!

Subaru has announced former Subaru Rally Team USA driver Travis Pastrana will be driving a 2014 Subaru WRX STI for Rally Team USA.

By Patrick Rall Jan 14 2014 - 6:55pm

The 2015 Ford F150 Debuts in Detroit as the Strongest and Most Durable Ever

There were a great many new product debuts that we expected to see at the 2014 North American International Auto Show but the 2015 Ford F150 was not one of them – with the new half ton truck being billed as “the strongest and most durable F150 ever” by the company while a bold new looks separates this new generation Ford truck from the previous years.

By John Goreham Jan 14 2014 - 5:13pm

2015 Lexus RC F coupe will have unique split cycle V8 with over 450 horsepower

As we predicted the new Lexus RC F will have a V8 with about 460 horsepower. It will also have an industry first Atkinson/Otto cycle engine for maximum power and maximum fuel economy.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 14 2014 - 2:01pm

Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge breaks cover as next-generation sports sedan

Infiniti unveiled the new Q50 Eau Rouge concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, showcasing the next-generation of this refined sports sedan.

By John Goreham Jan 14 2014 - 1:23pm

New Photos: 2013 Tesla Model S recalled for fire risk by NHTSA

Now it is official. Despite already taking action, Tesla is formally issued recall notice by National Highway Transportation Safety Administration for concerns over possible charging fires.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 14 2014 - 11:33am

Nissan Sport Sedan Concept - we were kinda close

We dug deep a couple of weeks ago, making predictions about the Nissan Sport Sedan Concept and were.. well, in the general ballpark. Sort of. Here's what it really is.

By Denis Flierl Jan 14 2014 - 10:14am

Subaru reveals what’s new on 2015 WRX STI at NAIAS

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI just made its world premiere at the North American International Auto Show. What’s new on the performance flagship?

2015 Mercedes-Benz V12 S600 flagship makes global debut

By Denis Flierl Jan 14 2014 - 7:13am

S stands for special with new 2015 Mercedes V12 S600

The all-new top range 2015 Mercedes-Benz S600 makes its world premiere in Detroit. What makes this car so special?

By Patrick Rall Jan 13 2014 - 9:32pm

2014 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado are the Best New Car and Truck in North America

The first big piece of news from the 2014 North American International Auto Show was the North American Car and Truck of the Year award and General Motors pulled the big sweep with the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado.

By John Goreham Jan 13 2014 - 9:27pm

Exclusive: No permit for electrical work where Tesla charging fire occurred

Torque News found that the home in which a recent electrical fire occurred while a Tesla Model S was charging did not have an electrical modification building permit as required, strengthening Tesla’s claim it was not at fault.

By Patrick Rall Jan 13 2014 - 7:47pm

The 2015 Corvette Z06 is the Most Track Capable and the Most Awe-Inspiring

When General Motors promised that the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 would be the most track capable Corvette of all time, we knew that the new American supercar would be something special and as the company pulled the sheets away we learned quickly that this car was worth the anticipation - as the C7 Z06 is one of the most awe-inspiring American cars ever.

By John Goreham Jan 13 2014 - 9:59am

Toyota's video game inspired FT-1 shows Camry's next front end look

Toyota introduces FT-1 design concept to celebrate 40 years of its Calty Design Research Center with a prototype at the Detroit Auto Show. We think it shows the next Camry front end.

By John Goreham Jan 13 2014 - 9:00am

Lexus moving production of popular ES 350 model to US

Lexus is now following the Toyota plan and has begun to move production of its vehicles into the US. Some of its SUV production is here already, now its top selling car will be built in Kentucky.

Subaru reaches 20 million unit milestone

By Denis Flierl Jan 13 2014 - 8:05am

Subaru celebrates production of 20 million multi-use vehicles

Subaru has announced the production of 20 million vehicles since the start of production in 1958. This on the eve of the 2015 Subaru WRX STI reveal at NAIAS.

By Denis Flierl Jan 13 2014 - 7:10am

A few facts before 2015 WRX STI breaks cover at NAIAS [+ pics]

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI is getting ready to break cover tomorrow at the North American International Auto Show. Here are a few facts and 9 leaked images.

By Denis Flierl Jan 12 2014 - 8:10am

2014 Subaru BRZ GT300 prepares for SUPER GT Series

Subaru has announced motorsport activities for the 2014 Subaru BRZ GT300, 2015 WRX STI Nurburgring race car and the International Rally Series cars.

2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid in Iceland

By Denis Flierl Jan 12 2014 - 8:09am

Is 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid really that tough?

The all-new 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid is the brands first-ever hybrid model and they built it to take on the world’s toughest conditions.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 11 2014 - 1:09pm

Nissan will be pushing NISMO parts this year

Expect to see a lot more NISMO this year. Nissan dealerships are likely to begin offering a myriad of performance tuning and aftermarket parts.

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class four door coupe

By Denis Flierl Jan 11 2014 - 12:58pm

Many buyers left first love to buy sexy 2014 Mercedes CLA

The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is winning many new customers from other brands. Why are they choosing the new Mercedes?

By Denis Flierl Jan 11 2014 - 8:53am

2014 Subaru WRX STI Rally Car nears completion for new season

The 2014 Subaru WRX STI Rally Car is in final assembly at Subaru Rally Team USA headquarters in Vermont.

By Patrick Rall Jan 10 2014 - 5:51pm

Georgetown Chevrolet in Delaware Totals Owners 2012 Camaro ZL1 - Refuses to Replace It

An interesting and unfortunate story out of Delaware is spreading through the media where a customer’s 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 was totaled by a dealership employee who had taken it for a joyride and now the dealership is refusing to replace the car – instead working to sell the owners of the wrecked ZL1 the chance to buy a different used ZL1 from the dealership that killed their prized Camaro.

By Patrick Rall Jan 10 2014 - 5:40pm

Vengeance Racing Builds the Most Powerful 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray in the World

We have already seen a handful of heavily modified 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupes making big power with a head and cam swap but Vengeance Racing announced today that they have tuned the most powerful C7 in the world – and they have done so with the stock cylinder heads.

By John Goreham Jan 10 2014 - 2:16pm

Tesla takes second step to prevent garage fires caused by improper home wiring

Following a garage fire in Irvine California Tesla has now made changes to both the software and hardware of the charging system of the Model S. An elaborate response to a fire that Tesla vehemently denied was caused by its car.

By Patrick Rall Jan 10 2014 - 1:06pm

The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is Rendered Beautifully

In just under 3 days, we will know everything that there is to know about the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 but in the meantime, we have a gorgeous rendering of what the most track capable Corvette of all time might look like when it is revealed in Detroit.

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