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 John Goreham Nov 1 2013 - 12:05pm

Toyota creates the ultimate triathlon RAV 4

For those that take swim, bike, run seriously, there are few better platforms to build a support vehicle on than the 2014 Toyota RAV 4

By Denis Flierl Nov 1 2013 - 10:56am

2014 Mercedes CLA45 AMG blisters the streets of Paris

Mercedes-Benz took the new all-new 2014 CLA45 AMG to Paris because of their love of high-performance.

By Denis Flierl Nov 1 2013 - 7:49am

Five big reasons 2014 Subaru Forester will stay on top

The 2014 Subaru Forester just completed a year long treck across five continents proving its all-round SUV capabilities.

By Patrick Rall Oct 31 2013 - 6:18pm

No New Models Coming to the Fiat Abarth Lineup

In late September, a rumor surfaced that the Abarth lineup could expand to include high performance packages for the 500L and the Panda but while speaking with Autocar, Abarth boss Marco Magnanini put those rumors to rest.

By Patrick Rall Oct 31 2013 - 5:42pm

The Forza 5 Vehicle List Gains 42 Cars and an SUV

The latest list of “new” vehicles that will be included in Forza Motorsport 5 was announced today and along with having the most newer model year vehicles, this week’s vehicle addition list is the biggest thus far with 42 cars and 1 sport utility vehicle.

By Patrick Rall Oct 31 2013 - 1:35pm

Yacht Company Planning Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang Sport Wagon - Seriously

Premium yacht builder Strand Craft has announced their plans to produce a one-off 2014 Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang Sport Wagon - that’s right… a Mustang GT500 wagon.

Ford Fiesta Rally Car and Ford Mustang Cobra Jet

By Patrick Rall Oct 31 2013 - 12:46pm

Tanner Foust Races Against the Ford Mustang Cobra Jet in His Fiesta Rally Car

Ford Motor Company published a video this morning showing Global RallyCross superstar Tanner Foust in his Ford Fiesta rally car racing against drag racing instructor Roy Hill in a 2013 Ford Mustang Cobra Jet – making for one awesome exhibition of Ford power in two very different forms.

By Denis Flierl Oct 31 2013 - 7:48am

Subaru launches special edition Premium Sport Package BRZ

Subaru has released information on a new special edition 2014 Subaru BRZ "Premium Sport Package" that will launch later this year.

By Patrick Rall Oct 30 2013 - 7:23pm

General Motors Announces 2013 Q3 Income of $700 Million

General Motors announced their 2013 Q3 results earlier today and while the good news was net income of $700 million dollars, the bad news is that the net income figure decreased by better than 50% compared to the same period last year.

By Patrick Rall Oct 30 2013 - 6:59pm

Chrysler Group Reports 2013 Q3 Profits of $464 Million

The Chrysler Group announced the results for their third quarter of 2013 and with $464 million worth of net income in the months of July, August and September – the folks under the Pentastar saw income figures rise by 22% compared to the same period in 2012.

John Force with the 2013 NHRA championship trophy

By Patrick Rall Oct 30 2013 - 6:04pm

John Force Wins His 16th NHRA Championship, 10th in a Ford Mustang

This past weekend, NHRA legend John Force won his 138th career event and his 75th event in a Ford Mustang but more importantly, the win allowed Force to clinch the 2013 Funny Car Championship – marking his 16th NHRA championship and his 10th behind the wheel of a Ford Mustang.

Ford Shelby GT500 Nurburgring screen shot

By Patrick Rall Oct 30 2013 - 3:58pm

The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang Beats the Camaro ZL1 Around the Nurburgring

Quite a while back, spy shots showing the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang in action on the famed Nürburgring hit the internet but no lap times were announced but thanks to the folks at SVTPerformance.com, we have video footage of the super-Stang ripping around the Ring – with a time that makes it faster than the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 30 2013 - 12:28pm

Nissan 6-month production numbers show huge increases year-on-year

In nearly all Nissan markets, production numbers were up significantly from the same period last year. U.S. production was up nearly 73% - find out why.

By Patrick Rall Oct 30 2013 - 11:04am

Chevy Offers Fans Free Pumpkin Stencils Featuring Camaro, Corvette, Volt and More

With Halloween festivities just one night away for most Americans, the official Chevrolet Facebook page has offered up a collection of pumpkin stencils that can assist bowtie fans in making their artful vegetable look like their favorite Chevy - with a mix of general Chevy logos along with stencils depicting the 2014 Corvette, the 2014 Camaro, the Volt, the Spark, the 2014 Silverado and more.

By Denis Flierl Oct 30 2013 - 8:09am

Mercedes-Benz gets much younger with new 2014 CLA-Class

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class production is running at full capacity trying to keep up with the new younger generation of customers.

By Denis Flierl Oct 30 2013 - 7:22am

Subaru LEVORG to make global debut with new DIT turbo engine

Subaru announces all-new Concept car LEVORG will make global debut at the Tokyo Motor Show. And it’s coming with a new turbo engine.

By John Goreham Oct 29 2013 - 5:26pm

Myth that teens prefer social media over driving busted

For a decade the media has told us that today's teens prefer to play with their phones and social media rather than drive. An insurance industry think tank says that is just a myth and has the data to prove it.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 29 2013 - 12:56pm

First Nissan Taxi of Tomorrow sold in New York [video]

The first custom-designed NV200 Taxi has been sold by a local dealership in New York to a 12-year veteran NYC cabbie, Ranjit Singh. Find out why he chose this taxi and more in this video report.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 29 2013 - 12:36pm

Nissan begins countdown to unveiling of new, next-generation Qashqai crossover

Seeking to redefine the crossover sector, Nissan has begun a ten-day countdown to the Qashqai, a new model concept to be unveiled in the United Kingdom, with implications worldwide.

By Denis Flierl Oct 29 2013 - 7:40am

Mercedes C63 AMG Black Series has a need for speed [video]

The new 2014 Mercedes-Benz Black Series Coupe is all about harnessing speed in the new Need for Speed Rivals video game coming in November.

By Denis Flierl Oct 29 2013 - 6:39am

Subaru tops in reliability: Toyota, Honda and Nissan all slip

The 2014 Subaru Forester gets the top Consumer Reports vehicle reliability ranking score beating all other automakers.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 29 2013 - 12:37am

Nissan opens 4x4 Adventure Park in Oman

If you buy a four-wheel drive Nissan vehicle in Oman, you can hone your offroad skills at a new park exclusively built for people like you. The park features expert instructors, obstacle courses, and more.

By John Goreham Oct 28 2013 - 6:02pm

Toyota loses unintended acceleration case put before a jury

This is the first loss for Toyota in which the vehicles' designs were found to be the cause of the deaths and injuries.

By Patrick Rall Oct 28 2013 - 4:18pm

The 2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0L EcoBoost Offers 45mpg with a Surprisingly Low Price

The fuel economy figures for the new 2014 Ford Fiesta with the 1.0L EcoBoost 3-cylinder have been posted on the EPA FuelEconomy.gov website and with 45 miles per gallon on the highway – the 1.0L Fiesta is one of the most efficient cars sold in American and best of all, it hits those numbers without the high price of many hybrids.

A still from the first 2014 Jeep Cherokee ad

By Patrick Rall Oct 28 2013 - 3:38pm

The First 2014 Jeep Cherokee Ad Takes an Unusual Approach (Video)

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee finally began reaching dealerships last week and with the first units becoming available for purchase around the country, the Chrysler Group has launched the new “Built Free” advertising campaign for the new Cherokee with a 60 second television spot that debuts today.

By Patrick Rall Oct 28 2013 - 1:35pm

Previous Generation Chevrolet Impala to Live Until 2016

A new report indicates that General Motors will continue building what we know as the 2013 Chevrolet Impala for the fleet market while the consumer market moves on to the redesigned and vastly refined 2014 Impala – with this ongoing model known as the Impala Limited.

By John Goreham Oct 28 2013 - 11:54am

Toyota raises prices on 2014 RAV 4

The 2014 Toyota RAV 4 will have across the board price bumps. The vehicle has not changed, so buying now may make sense.

By Patrick Rall Oct 28 2013 - 11:42am

Feast Your Eyes on the 2015 Ford Mustang

An image hit the social networks this weekend showing the 2015 Ford Mustang on the cover of Car and Driver – giving us what seems to be our first look at the next generation Mustang months ahead of the expected debut.

By John Goreham Oct 28 2013 - 11:09am

Toyota increases 2014 Camry prices

Customers shopping for a Camry can expect to pay more. Toyota has made some slight changes to the Camry for the model year 2014, calling it the 2014.5 Camry. The changes are primarily price.

By Denis Flierl Oct 28 2013 - 8:00am

2014 Subaru Stella mini series gets new turbo upgrade

Subaru has announced the 2014 Stella Mini Series will get a new turbo engine upgrade.

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