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.

2014 Subaru Outback 2.0D SX Lineartronic

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 8 2013 - 8:12am

2014 Subaru Outback gets makeover and improved fuel-efficiency

The UK will see a new 2014 Subaru Outback with new styling and a fuel-efficient diesel mated to a CVT automatic for the first time.

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class 180 CDI four door coupe

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 8 2013 - 7:04am

Mercedes CLA diesel arrives with a low price and high mileage

The all-new entry-level 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA 180 CDI arrives in Europe and is available now with a low price and high mileage.

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 7 2013 - 10:31pm

Chevrolet Camaro Builds Sales Race Lead in September, Beats Mutstang Soundly

The Chevrolet Camaro outsold the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger in September 2013 for the third straight month and the seventh time in 2013 – allowing the Camaro to continue building a lead as General Motors eyes their fourth straight muscle car sales title.

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By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 7 2013 - 7:40pm

Ford to Recall 23,831 Focus, C-Max Vehicles Over Door Chime Problem

Ford Motor Company has announced a voluntary recall of Ford Focus Electric and Ford C-Max models because the driver’s side door ajar chime does not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards – a problem that could technically lead the car being stolen if the driver leaves the key fob in the vehicle.

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By John Goreham G+ Oct 7 2013 - 6:38pm

Lexus will continue to build IS 250C and IS 350C convertibles in 2014

Great news for drop-top Lexus fans, the IS convertibles are staying.

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By David Herron G+ Oct 7 2013 - 5:55pm

Tesla and Samsung reportedly near battery supply agreement for Model X

Tesla Motors, who badly needs to increase battery manufacturing capacity, may be getting ready to sign a battery cell supply deal with Samsung.

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Ron Burgundy with the Dodge Durango and a horse

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 7 2013 - 1:50pm

Anchorman's Will Ferrell Loves the 2014 Dodge Durango (Videos)

The Chrysler Group has teamed up with Saturday Night Live funnyman Will Ferrell to promote the new 2014 Dodge Durango in a series of new videos – with some help of Ferrell’s character Ron Burgundy from the Anchorman movie series.

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2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe Z51

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 7 2013 - 12:50pm

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Bests Porsche 911 Carrera S in Fuel Economy (and Power, Price)

The official fuel economy figures for the self-shifting 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray have hit the web and surprisingly, opting for the 6-speed automatic transmission in the new C7 Corvette doesn’t have a huge negative impact on the MPGs – with a fuel economy rating of 28 miles per gallon on the highway.

By John Goreham G+ Oct 7 2013 - 9:29am

Three things Toyota did to boost the 2014 Corolla LE Eco's fuel economy to number one

Toyota did three things to push the 2014 Corolla LE Eco to the top of the fuel economy world. Two are relatively technical, but easily understood. The third was ridiculously simple and inexpensive.

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By John Goreham G+ Oct 7 2013 - 9:04am

2014 Toyota Corolla's gasoline engine bests diesel rivals' MPG and emissions

In just the latest example of gasoline cars busting the diesel myth the 2014 Toyota Corolla LE Eco's 35 MPG combined beats its diesel competitors' fuel economy. A close look at the match up reveals the Corolla also has the lowest emissions and lowest fuel cost to operate per mile in any situation.

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 7 2013 - 8:15am

What Subaru's connection to motorsport means to the 2014 BRZ

The new 2014 Subaru BRZ tS gets enhancements that come directly from Subaru’s involvement in the Super GT motorsport racing series. What does it mean for the BRZ STI?

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class, 2015 GLA-Class

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 7 2013 - 7:46am

Best month ever in sales for Mercedes signals new global era

Mercedes-Benz has just reported their best sales month ever for the brand, and with the launch of the new 2014 CLA-Class and soon-to-launch GLA-Class, it could be a harbinger of things to come.

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Nissan LEAF Autonomous Driving test vehicle at CEATEC

By Aaron Turpen G+ Oct 6 2013 - 9:43pm

Nissan Autonomous Driving Technology wins top award at CEATEC

The CEATEC Innovation Awards Grand Prix is a big deal in technology, with the winner being chosen by journalists from the U.S. in information technology and consumer electronics. For the first time ever, an automaker has won that award. Even the CEO of Toyota tried the Nissan LEAF Autonomous Drive out.

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By David Herron G+ Oct 6 2013 - 5:00pm

Tesla Motors quietly unveils CHAdeMO adapter for Model S

The forces for CHAdeMO just got a big backer in the form of Tesla Motors, the second largest seller of all electric cars in the world behind Nissan who also supports the CHAdeMO fast charging standard.

By David Herron G+ Oct 5 2013 - 6:12pm

Tesla Motors stock recovers after car fire explanation posted

Tesla Motors clear communication following lurid reporting of a car fire this week seems to have defused what could have been a major public relations crisis.

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By Aaron Turpen G+ Oct 5 2013 - 5:03am

2014 Nissan Pathfinder pricing announced

Nissan has announced MSRPs for the 2014 Pathfinder, which is now on sale at dealerships nationally. Base model begins at $28,850 with the premium model at $41,350.

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By Aaron Turpen G+ Oct 5 2013 - 4:43am

Nissan issues recall on Infiniti M35, M45 for electrical issue

Nissan has issued a voluntary recall on Infiniti M35 and M45 models in Japan and the U.S., citing a sensor failure that can lead to engine shutdown. Find out who it effects and what the problem is.

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By David Herron G+ Oct 4 2013 - 9:13pm

Volkswagen's hypercar, the XL-1, makes US debut in Chattanooga

Combining ultra-light weight and extremely good aerodynamics, the XL-1 is an extremely efficient car at over 260 miles/gallon fuel efficiency.

By David Herron G+ Oct 4 2013 - 5:31pm

Elon Musk: gasoline car fires five times more likely than Tesla Model S car fires

Tesla Motors gives their explanation of the recent Tesla Model S car fire, saying the car's safety systems worked as designed, and that the Model S is safer than gasoline cars.

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PlugShare and SemaConnect working together

By David Herron G+ Oct 4 2013 - 4:34pm

PlugShare could fix electric car charging with new Pay With PlugShare feature

A new way to pay for electric car charging shows a possible future of open easy charging station access.

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By John Goreham G+ Oct 4 2013 - 3:57pm

How the 2014 Toyota Corolla will change your mind about CVT transmissions

Most new 2014 Corollas will come with a new constantly variable transmission. Our testing reveals why you will love this new transmission when you try it.

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By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 4 2013 - 12:57pm

Ford Puts the New EcoBoost Endurance Race Engine on the Dyno

We recently brought you the news that Ford Racing was developing an ultra high performance version of the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 from the Taurus and the F150 for the TUDOR United SportsCar Championship and today, we learn more about this super-tuned EcoBoost in a new video from Ford Racing.

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By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 4 2013 - 12:07pm

485 2014 Corvette Stingrays Sold in September, 38% Manual, 75% Z51

The first official monthly sales numbers are in for the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and in addition to the basic sales figures, we have some interesting statistics on the buying trends of the first batch of C7 Vettes to hit the street.

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By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 3 2013 - 6:58pm

The Alfa Romeo 4C Laps the Nurburgring in 8:04

The upcoming 2014 Alfa Romeo 4C compact sports car recently made a trip to the Nurburgring and turned a very impressive best lap of 8:04 – making it one of the fastest production road car to ever lap the famed German road course while also ranking alongside some of the biggest names in the sports car world.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Oct 3 2013 - 3:50pm

Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp offers payment extension for government shutdown furloughs

Nissan customers who purchased through the company's financial services division and who are losing income due to the government furlough can get an extension on payments to defer them during the government shutdown.

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By David Herron G+ Oct 3 2013 - 2:36pm

Tesla Model S battery pack catches fire, stock price dives

Updated information on Monday's Tesla Model S fire clarifies that the battery pack caught fire, and that Tesla's battery pack design limited the spread of the fire, limiting the damage risk.

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2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek, Forester, Outback, Legacy

By Denis Flierl G+ Oct 3 2013 - 1:53pm

How Subaru will build the safest cars on the planet by 2014

The next-generation Subaru EyeSight safety system will see big improvements on the 2015 Forester, Outback and Legacy models.

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette on the assembly line

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 3 2013 - 11:59am

GM Resumes Chevrolet Corvette Plant Tours in Kentucky

After a year long hiatus, General Motors has resumed the plant tour program for the Bowling Green Kentucky facility where the Chevrolet Corvette is built – now offering Corvette fans a chance to watch the C7 Stingray come to life in person.

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The 2014 Ford Cobra Jet Mustang in Orange

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 3 2013 - 11:18am

Unique 2014 Ford Mustang Cobra Jet Raises $200K for Charity

A few weeks ago we brought you the news that Ford had offered up a 1 of 1 2014 Mustang Cobra Jet and with the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction that featured that special race car has run – the unique orange Cobra Jet Mustang has raised $200,000 for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

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By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 3 2013 - 10:34am

Chrysler Cuts SRT Viper Production by 30%

As we head into what is expected to be a rough winter, Chrysler has decided to cut production of the SRT Viper by 30% as the industry hits the slow season for supercar sales.

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