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 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class four door coupe

By Denis Flierl Dec 8 2013 - 8:03am

2014 Mercedes CLA 4MATIC is a skiers dream vehicle

The all-newly launched 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class with 4MATIC is a skiers dream vehicle.

By Denis Flierl Dec 8 2013 - 7:12am

Forester and XV Crosstrek reach new heights toppling old sales record

The all-new 2014 Subaru Forester and XV Crosstrek continue to reach new heights and are setting new sales records in Canada.

By Keith Griffin Dec 7 2013 - 8:32pm

Kia Releases 2014 Red Zone Special Edition Soul – Why So Soon?

The 2014 Kia Soul is a shining light in the Korean automaker's lineup, which could explain why a special edition Red Zone model is being rolled out. But, one has to wonder, why is a brand-new vehicle getting a special edition already?

By Denis Flierl Dec 7 2013 - 10:39am

Four reasons why 2015 Mercedes GLA-Class is ideal for winter

The new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is available for order now in Europe and with the new-generation 4MATIC it’s an ideal all-weather vehicle.

By John Goreham Dec 6 2013 - 3:59pm

Update - Tesla for Bitcoin story not accurate

A Lamborghini dealer in California is reporting that it sold a presumably used Tesla Model S in exchange for virtual currency. A cool story. Unfortunately, not really true.

By Patrick Rall Dec 6 2013 - 1:04pm

The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Supercharged LT4 Will Easily Beat All Other Corvettes

On Wednesday we learned that the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 will debut at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit and thanks to an image leaked via Instagram – we know that the C7 Z06 will pack a new supercharged engine named the LT4 that will bring the Z06 moniker new levels of performance.

By Patrick Rall Dec 6 2013 - 11:30am

2015 Ford Mustang to be the Most Colorful in Years, Convertible Coming Late in 2014

As we continue to dig through the massive amounts of information on the new 2015 Ford Mustang, we have stumbled across a seemingly incomplete list of the exterior color options and the wheel choices – making the S550 Mustang the most colorful in terms of the number of choices.

By Denis Flierl Dec 6 2013 - 9:55am

Mercedes AMG Vision Gran Turismo previews Gran Turismo 6

The Gran Turismo 6 launches today and Mercedes-Benz will be bringing the AMG Vision Gran Turismo.

By Denis Flierl Dec 6 2013 - 8:52am

2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek may get Toyota hybrid technology

The all-new 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid has arrived and makes it’s North American launch. Will it see Toyota’s hybrid technology in the future?

By Aaron Turpen Dec 6 2013 - 3:32am

Is Infiniti's new F1-inspired concept the New NISMO?

When the North American International Auto Show opens in Detroit, Infiniti will reveal a new concept based on the popular Q50 sports sedan and based on Formula One inspiration. Will this be Infinit's version of a NISMO car?

By Aaron Turpen Dec 6 2013 - 3:01am

DeltaWing builder suing Nissan over BladeGlider Concept, ZEOD RC

The designer of the DeltaWing sees the BladeGlider and ZEOD RC cars as infringements on his design patent for the DeltaWing, which Nissan is no longer a part of. He has requested a cease-and-desist order from the courts.

By Patrick Rall Dec 5 2013 - 2:33pm

The EcoBoost 4-cylinder Makes the 2015 Ford Mustang Engine Lineup Even More Impressive

While the Motor Company was fairly vague when discussing the powertrain specifications for the 2015 Ford Mustang, they did announced that the 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder engine would be offered and that it will indeed make at least 300 horsepower and 300lb-ft of torque – confirming my speculation from earlier this week and making the already impressive Mustang engine list even better.

By John Goreham Dec 5 2013 - 1:59pm

Why the new 2015 Ford Mustang will lure BMW 4-Series and Lexus RC 350 Shoppers

The all-new 2015 Mustang is everything Ford fans could have hoped for. The new slightly smaller, more refined Mustang may just give Ford the car it needs to reach up to the premium sports coupe market. But does Ford have a dealer network that can handle that assignment?

By Patrick Rall Dec 5 2013 - 11:54am

The 2015 Ford Mustang is More Than Just a Very Pretty Face (Live Images)

After months of speculation, spy shots, CAD images and a single teaser, the 2015 Ford Mustang was formally and finally introduced to the public at six spots around the world – and the images here are shots of the beautiful Race Red Mustang GT that debuted neat Ford’s HQ in Dearborn Michigan.

By Denis Flierl Dec 5 2013 - 9:02am

Mercedes product offensive continues with the new GLA-Class

The first 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class has rolled off the line as Mercedes continues their product offensive around the globe.

By Denis Flierl Dec 5 2013 - 7:46am

Meet Subaru's personal mobility vehicle called the "SUBA-ROO" [video]

If you want to see the future, Subaru's Global Design Team developed the active personal mobility vehicle called the "SUBA-ROO" Will it ever reach production?

By Patrick Rall Dec 4 2013 - 6:27pm

Chevrolet Camaro Poised to Claim 4th Straight Muscle Car Sales Title over Ford Mustang

Although the Ford Mustang was able to claim its second straight monthly sales title in November, the Chevrolet Camaro appears to be well on its way to claiming a 4th straight annual sales title in the segment with the Mustang some 4,000+ units behind heading into the last month of the year.

By Patrick Rall Dec 4 2013 - 5:29pm

The Ram 1500 is the Best Truck in America for the Second Year Straight

The folks at Motor Trend have just announced their Truck of the Year award for 2014 and for the second straight year, the Ram 1500 is the top dog – marking the first time that a truck has ever won the Motor Trend award two years in a row.

By Patrick Rall Dec 4 2013 - 4:14pm

The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 to Debut in Detroit as the Best Corvette Ever (Teaser)

General Motors announced this morning that the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 will make its debut at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in January and when it does, the Detroit show goers will meet what GM is calling the most track capable Corvette ever – which is a big claim from such a long line of incredible performance cars.

By John Goreham Dec 4 2013 - 4:10pm

A surprising look at who buys the Tesla Model S

If you think you know what type of person buys the Tesla Model S electric super-sedan you may be surprised by this interview with an actual owner. Maybe the experts are wrong.

By Aaron Turpen Dec 4 2013 - 1:30pm

World's strongest man sets new Guinness record by pulling 12 Nissan Notes

Zydrunas Savickas pulled twelve Nissan Note cars for five meters, setting a new Guinness world record. The five-time World Strongest Man champion required only one attempt to make the record. See it on video here.

By Aaron Turpen Dec 4 2013 - 1:14pm

Tokyo show goers show that Nissan will soon be like Maserati

Nissan featured a system powered by Oculus in their booth at the Tokyo Motor Show in which visitors could take either of the IDx concept cars and completely personalize them in what Nissan calls the beginnings of the "co-creation process." This is the future of car buying.

By Denis Flierl Dec 4 2013 - 8:01am

Active millennials are embracing the Forester and XV Crosstrek in big numbers

Subaru reports best-ever November sales and 2014 Forester and XV Crosstrek lead the way with impressive sales numbers.

By Parks McCants Dec 4 2013 - 12:18am

Honda Civic will dominate WTCC racing in 2014

While we have but a sneak peek at this years 2014 Honda Performance Development's WTCC Civic, it’s enough to push the viewers imagination into overdrive. The car is absolutely stunning.

Lamborghini Veneno Roadster on the Cavour

By Aaron Turpen Dec 3 2013 - 7:19pm

Lamborghini Veneno Roadster unveiled in the most exclusive way possible

How do you unveil a new Lamborghini? On an aircraft carrier, of course. The world premier of the Lamborghini Veneno Roadster happened in Abu Dhabi on the Marina Militare's Portaerei Cavour.

By John Goreham Dec 3 2013 - 7:08pm

Tesla fans cheer important win in direct sales fight

Tesla is fighting dealer groups all over America for the right to sell its cars to the public with no middle man. In Ohio Tesla has just won an important fight.

By John Goreham Dec 3 2013 - 6:32pm

Lexus fixes the only problem with its new 2014 IS 350 and IS 250

The new Lexus IS 350 and IS 250 launch has gone exceedingly well for Lexus. This month the company resolved the only remaining challenge.

By Aaron Turpen Dec 3 2013 - 5:33pm

Nissan sets new Nov sales record, has already trounced 2012 numbers. Here's why

Automakers are mostly flying high right now, seeing sales jump over last year as economic recovery begins. The company, of course, says this is because of high consumer demand. Is that the real reason?

By Parks McCants Dec 3 2013 - 4:07pm

Missing Android interface capability will stall 2014 Civic sales

Amid much fanfare, Honda and Google announced “HondaLink” smartphone like monitor capabilities of the 2014 Civic Ex and future 2015 Honda Fit. Sadly for many of us was the disclosure that while Apple would interface with the car, my Droid and Galaxy 3 will not.

By Keith Griffin Dec 3 2013 - 2:15pm

Kia Sales Numbers Look Rosy, But There's Trouble

Kia is out with its sales numbers for 2013, and everything appears to be good, but there could be trouble ahead for the Korean manufacturer because sales overall are lagging behind 2012 numbers at this point.

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