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 Keith Griffin Jan 4 2014 - 8:54pm

Interesting Things People Install in their Hyundai Genesis Coupes

The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is a great vehicle for customizing with exhausts, spoilers and other mechanical goodies but some folks have taken customization to an extreme by adding interior items like iPads, laptops, and even holsters for their sidearms to their coupes.

2014 Subaru Forester and 2014 XV Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Jan 4 2014 - 6:30am

New active buyers for Forester and XV Crosstrek fuel Subaru's success

Subaru has set an all-time sales record for 2013 as new buyers snatch up 2014 Forester and 2014 XV Crosstrek.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 4 2014 - 1:15am

Nissan Leaf Sales Scored in Triple Digits

Nissan has returned stellar sales reports for both December 2013 and for 2013 as a whole. Big winners in terms of sales increases are the LEAF and Pathfinder, both scoring in the triple digits.

By Keith Griffin Jan 3 2014 - 9:23pm

Why Was This Only Kia's Second Best Sales Year?

Kia Motors America announced that 2013 was the company's second best year but a drop in sales from 2012 doesn't seem to bode well when the rest of the automotive industry saw 7.6% sales growth on average.

By Keith Griffin Jan 3 2014 - 8:44pm

Hyundai Has Record Sales But Not All is Perfect

Hyundai had its best sales year ever in the United States but 2013 was a year of problems for the Korean manufacturer. Its sales could have been a lot better and its fleet sales have increased.

By Denis Flierl Jan 3 2014 - 3:56pm

Subaru's performance flagship 2015 WRX STI set to debut at NAIAS

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI will make it’s global debut at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2014.

By John Goreham Jan 3 2014 - 10:13am

Mainstream media confirms the 2014 Lexus IS 350's dominance

The auto press tested and loved the new Lexus IS 350 last year and found it to be better than the BMW 335i. Now the mainstream media is catching up.

By Denis Flierl Jan 3 2014 - 8:51am

Expect 2015 GLA to be best-selling Mercedes U.S. model of all time

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is set to launch later this spring and it’s positioned to be a great success for the brand.

By Denis Flierl Jan 3 2014 - 7:07am

Racing pedigree points to best 2015 Subaru WRX STI yet

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI is set to be unveiled and we are anticipating the best performance Subaru from STI yet.

By Keith Griffin Jan 2 2014 - 9:45pm

We Called it First: Kia Names New Concept Car GT4 Stinger

Kia has named the new concept car it is unveiling at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on Jan. 13 the Kia GT4 Stinger as well as revealing details about its horsepower. Its name is old news to TorqueNews.com readers.

By Keith Griffin Jan 2 2014 - 8:49pm

New Hyundai Genesis Will Launch with Google Glass Capability - Too Soon?

Hyundai, in advance of the Consumer Electronics Show, has announced the 2015 Hyundai Genesis will debut with the ability to pair with Google Glass, the most widely known wearable device.

By John Goreham Jan 2 2014 - 4:33pm

Audi introduces laser beams on Sport Quattro LaserLight

High beams on Sport Quattro to more specific. Are you all set with rows of tiny dots? We are too. Maybe this is the solution.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 2 2014 - 1:05pm

Infiniti reveals first look at Q50 Eau Rouge Concept and it's beautiful

With a thirty-second commercial that decidedly connects Infiniti's championship Formula One background with the new Q50 sedan concept, the premium automaker has revealed the new Q50 Eau Rouge Concept ahead of the Detroit show.

By John Goreham Jan 2 2014 - 11:44am

2015 Tesla Model X or Lexus LF-NX Hybrid - which is the most exciting?

Customers looking for a green luxury crossover will soon have two new models to choose from. Both are from companies with excellent environmental credentials. Which will be the most exciting to buyers?

By Patrick Rall Jan 2 2014 - 11:23am

Fiat Removes All UAW Ownership of the Chrysler Group with a Full Buyout

The Chrysler Group has announced that parent company Fiat SpA will buy the remaining 41% from the UAW VEBA Trust for roughly $4.35 billion US dollars – thus removing all UAW ownership of the automaker and preventing Fiat from going an initial public offering in order to acquire the rest of the company.

By Denis Flierl Jan 2 2014 - 7:12am

2014 Subaru BRZ arrives in dealer showrooms for first time

The 2014 Subaru BRZ sports coupe is now available for sale in the brand’s authorized retail network in Australia for the first time.

Nissan Sport Sedan concept for NAIAS 2014

By Aaron Turpen Jan 1 2014 - 12:24pm

Nissan Sport Sedan concept to debut at NAIAS in Detroit - what is it?

The Detroit Auto Show will see an exciting debut from Nissan, who will be introducing a new sport sedan concept that is very likely to go to production. Delving through the clues, we deduce what it will be.

By John Goreham Jan 1 2014 - 12:22pm

Three common safety features Tesla Model S must add now

Tesla continues to market itself as one of the world's safest cars in a crash. We don't dispute that at all. However, real world safety has goes far beyond that and Tesla is way behind.

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

By Denis Flierl Jan 1 2014 - 10:29am

How Mercedes will top the successful CLA launch in 2014

The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class has been an overwhelming success for the brand. Mercedes will top it with the new 2015 GLA-Class.

By Denis Flierl Jan 1 2014 - 8:54am

What’s new on the 2015 Subaru WRX

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX will be arriving this year with many new features and options. Here’s a complete rundown.

By John Goreham Dec 31 2013 - 10:38am

Camry regains its Consumer Reports Recommended rating

"Don't call it a comeback. I've been here for years" would seem to be Toyota Camry's theme song.

By John Goreham Dec 31 2013 - 9:21am

V8 powered Lexus RC F will beat Cadillac ATS-V to market

Lexus will be the first premium automaker to directly challenge the BMW M4.

By Denis Flierl Dec 30 2013 - 1:55pm

Mercedes issues statement concerning Michael Schumacher accident

Formula 1 champion Michael Schumacher is in critical condition following a skiing accident.

By Denis Flierl Dec 30 2013 - 1:10pm

Four reasons why 2015 WRX will outperform 2014 model

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX will be getting some new upgrades that will improve the driving dynamics over the outgoing 2014 model. What new changes will make a difference?

By John Goreham Dec 30 2013 - 11:44am

This is a vending machine for tiny shared Chinese electric cars

China is turning to EVs to help offset problems it blames on cars. One company thinks small EVs dispensed from vending machines will help the country meet its environmental goals.

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class four door coupe

By Denis Flierl Dec 30 2013 - 8:35am

Why a new generation is flocking to the new Mercedes CLA-Class

The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is the third vehicle in the compact car family and is appealing to a new generation of buyers. What is a so appealing about the new four-door coupe?

By Denis Flierl Dec 29 2013 - 8:57am

Mercedes-AMG Vision Gran Turismo will see the street

The Mercedes-AMG Vision Gran Turismo will be going into production with five cars being produced worldwide.

By Denis Flierl Dec 29 2013 - 7:44am

Has Mercedes-Benz hit a home run with new CLA-Class?

The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is already a resounding success for the brand. Has Mercedes hit a home run with the CLA?

By Parks McCants Dec 28 2013 - 6:51pm

2015 'Earth Dreams' Fit will be best selling small car in North America

With a measurable increase in power, cabin size, personal electronic connect capability and a total exterior re-design, I predict that the 2014-15 Honda Fit will displace the Civic as the best selling small car in North America.

2011 Subaru WRX STI driven by Mark Higgins set a record at the Isle of Man TT course.

By Denis Flierl Dec 28 2013 - 2:59pm

Watch incredible production 2011 WRX STI record-setting run [video]

Watch the incredible video as the 2011 Subaru WRX STI driven by Mark Higgins sets a record at the Isle of Man TT course.

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