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 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.

By John Goreham Jan 10 2014 - 10:10am

New 2014 Scion FR-S Monogram Series adds a Lexus touch to Toyota's sports car

Scion will produce a limited number of FR-S with luxury amenities not previously available on the back to basics sports car. These treatments also hint at where the 2015 FR-S will be positioned in the market.

By Denis Flierl Jan 10 2014 - 7:57am

Is the 2015 Mercedes-S-Class Coupe the most intelligent car in the world?

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe displayed at CES gives a preview of just how intelligent cars will be in the future. Is it already the smartest?

2015 Subaru WRX STI in 24 hr Nurburgring race trim

By Denis Flierl Jan 10 2014 - 5:57am

First look: Official Subaru 2015 WRX STI Nurburgring car video

Subaru has released the first video of the 2015 WRX STI 24 hour Nurburgring race car. It gives us a good look at the new performance car.

By John Goreham Jan 9 2014 - 3:20pm

Are the Chinese building an electric car plant in Mississippi?

Green Tech Automotive’s new plant may become the first plant to produce EVs of mainly Chinese content.

By Patrick Rall Jan 9 2014 - 3:08pm

2015 Ford Mustang to Introduce Next Generation Sync System

The 2015 Ford Mustang is promised to be the most technologically advanced Mustang of all time and to give the S550 an advantage even compared to other Ford Motor Company vehicles – the 2015 Mustang will be the first vehicle to feature the next generation Sync infotainment system.

By John Goreham Jan 9 2014 - 1:00pm

Why can't the 2015 Mazda 6 diesel work in the US?

Mazda fans in search of a diesel will have to wait a little longer. Could it be that the Mazda 6 diesel is not green enough or efficient enough to beat the gas version?

By Denis Flierl Jan 9 2014 - 8:25am

Smart 2014 Mercedes CLA already replacing best-selling C-Class

The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is outshining the C-Class and will be the best-selling car in the lineup.

2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid and XV Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl Jan 9 2014 - 7:21am

Will 2014 XV Crosstrek Hybrid keep Subaru momentum going?

Subaru has launched the all-new 2014 XV Crosstrek hybrid. Will it be enough to keep the Subaru momentum going for six straight record years?

By Aaron Turpen Jan 9 2014 - 4:39am

NCAA basketball coaches compete in Infiniti Coaches' Charity Challenge

In partnership with their respective organizations, Infiniti has announced the fourth year of the charity event in which fans vote for coaches in a title-style bracket tourney to donate to charity.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 9 2014 - 4:28am

Pricing for 2014 Nissan LEAF announced, with enhancements

The 2014 Nissan LEAF is now in dealerships and all three trim packages come with new standard features that build on the value package Nissan has been promoting as the all-electric LEAF.

By John Goreham Jan 8 2014 - 3:46pm

Lexus reveals amazing V8 powered RC F coupe ahead of official release

Lexus drops a full photo spread on us and confirms the car is indeed a monster V8.

By Patrick Rall Jan 8 2014 - 2:15pm

19 Vehicles Sold Over 200,000 Units in 2013 - Led by Ford, GM and Toyota

During the 2013 calendar year, 19 vehicles sold at least 200,000 units in the United States and this list of the 19 bestselling vehicles in the US is led by Ford, General Motors and Toyota – each of which has four vehicles on the list of models which moved at least 200k units last year.

By Patrick Rall Jan 8 2014 - 12:43pm

Let the Designers of the 2015 Ford Mustang Explain Their Inspiration (Video)

Yesterday we looked at a handful of design sketches of the 2015 Ford Mustang and today we have a video featuring two of the men who were heavily involved with the design of the S550 Mustang – offering an even better glimpse into the inspiration behind the new look of the Mighty Mustang.

By John Goreham Jan 8 2014 - 12:07pm

Tesla Motors and ATT sign exclusive agreement for connectivity

ATT will now be Tesla’s exclusive provider of in-vehicle connectivity for the current Model S and for future models for years to come.

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