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 Oct 14 2013 - 10:06pm

2014 Toyota Corolla scores marginal in small frontal overlap test

Although it is still a Top Safety Pick, the 2014 Toyota Corolla could have done better on this stringent test.

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2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country

By Patrick Rall Oct 14 2013 - 6:15pm

2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Recalled Due to Potentially Dangerous Seats

Just months after the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and 2014 GMC Sierra half ton pickups began hitting dealerships around the country; General Motors has announced a voluntary recall of some 21,721 new trucks because the front seats could move in the event of a hard rear end collision.

Ford Racing Mustang Cobra Jet Twin Turbo Concept

By Patrick Rall Oct 14 2013 - 3:53pm

Next Generation Ford Mustang Will Feature a Cobra Jet Drag Racer

Ford Racing boss Jamie Allison has all but confirmed that there will be a Cobra Jet package for the next generation Ford Mustang – seemingly (and thankfully) putting to sleep any of the rumors that the next generation Cobra Jet would be based on some other model in the Ford lineup.

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2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Monopoly token

By Patrick Rall Oct 14 2013 - 12:32pm

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Becomes a Monopoly Token

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray will almost assuredly become one of the most heavily marketed products in the world of toys and apparel but with the help of the new Monopoly Empire board game – the C7 Corvette has become the first real car to be featured in the legendary game series.

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By Aaron Turpen Oct 14 2013 - 12:11pm

Despite Supreme Court decision, Nissan NV200 Taxi of Tomorrow hits the streets of NYC

After years of collaboration on design and development, the Nissan NV200 Taxi of Tomorrow begins sales to cabbies in New York City, despite the attempted mandate by the city commission being destroyed by a Supreme Court judge.

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By Patrick Rall Oct 14 2013 - 11:45am

Chrysler Group Dominates Texas Truck Rodeo, Ram Takes Top Honors Again

The Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) has just announced the results of their 2013 Texas Truck Rodeo and the Chrysler Group has dominated – with their vehicles claiming 15 of the 24 awards in the 21st annual event held in the Lone Star State.

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2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class four door coupe

By Denis Flierl Oct 14 2013 - 8:07am

2014 Mercedes CLA-Class is untamed in the Big Apple

It’s the last day to see the new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class "Untamed" display in New York City.

By Denis Flierl Oct 14 2013 - 7:15am

2015 Subaru WRX STI coming with more power and significant upgrades

The next-generation 2015 Subaru WRX STI is coming soon with more power, a new cabin and significant extra equipment.

By Denis Flierl Oct 13 2013 - 8:17am

Mercedes SLS AMG takes on fastest road circuit in the U.S.

Mercedes-AMG will be bringing all 20 of the high-performance AMG vehicles including the 2014 SLS AMG to the U.S. for testing at the fastest road circuit in the U.S.

By Denis Flierl Oct 13 2013 - 7:08am

Next-generation Subaru WRX to be revealed in LA next month

The next-generation 2015 Subaru WRX will make its global debut next month at the LA Auto Show 2013 and will launch in early 2014.

By Denis Flierl Oct 12 2013 - 11:53am

How 2014 Mercedes CLA-Class will reshape global landscape

The Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is launching around the global, but is it a good thing for the German automaker to downsize their lineup with premium compacts? Will it help them catch luxury rivals Audi and BMW?

By Denis Flierl Oct 12 2013 - 7:22am

6 reasons why 2014 Subaru Forester is the best SUV in the world

The 2014 Subaru Forester wins Motor Trend Sport/Utility of the Year for 2014 beating 12 impressive competitors and there are six reasons why it’s the best.

By Patrick Rall Oct 11 2013 - 7:16pm

2014 Cadillac ELR Electric Coupe Priced Near $76k

General Motors has just announced the pricing for the 2014 Cadillac ELR and getting your hands on this new super efficient luxury coupe won’t come cheap – with a price starting at $75,995 before any applicable electric vehicle credits.

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By Aaron Turpen Oct 11 2013 - 4:32pm

Ford F150 Monster Truck collects and distributes Halloween costumes to needy kids in Colorado

Local Ford dealerships, the YMCA of Metro Denver are collecting and distributing Halloween costumes for needy children in Northern Colorado with a special Ford F150 Monster Truck that's touring the Denver Metro area this weekend.

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By Aaron Turpen Oct 11 2013 - 10:51am

The Nissan Foundation is looking for a few good charities

The Nissan Foundation, a charitable giving organization founded by Nissan North America, gives grants to charities working towards better communities in those neighborhoods where Nissan operates. Find out how your non-profit can apply.

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By Aaron Turpen Oct 11 2013 - 10:40am

LEAF sales in Japan surpass the 30,000 mark

More than 30,000 Nissan LEAF electric cars have been sold in Japan to date, the company has announced, accounting for over a third of the car's total global sales so far.

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By Denis Flierl Oct 11 2013 - 9:42am

2015 Mercedes GLA 250 confirmed for U.S. reveal in LA

The U.S. launch of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 is getting closer and the new premium compact SUV will make its U.S. reveal along with the 2014 S63 AMG next month in LA.

By Denis Flierl Oct 11 2013 - 7:26am

Head to Head: 2014 Subaru Forester wins vs everyone else

Subaru of America has announced that the 2014 Subaru Forester wins Motor Trend Sport/Utility of the Year for 2014 beating 12 impressive competitors.

By John Goreham Oct 10 2013 - 9:26pm

Toyota wins an important unintended acceleration case

Toyota is still fighting unintended acceleration cases. Today’s victory may signal that the company has a chance to win in open court, rather than settle.

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By John Goreham Oct 10 2013 - 5:09pm

Toyota announces self-driving cars by 2016 and new pre-collision system

Toyota had been quiet about its self driving car programs. Apparently, the company was just waiting to judge the public's interest and will be ready to match competitor's already announced plans soon.

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By Patrick Rall Oct 10 2013 - 4:17pm

GM Recalls 1,658 Newer Chevy Sonic Sedans Over Fire Risks

General Motors has announced plans to recall 1,658 examples of the Chevrolet Sonic sedan over a concern that the straps responsible for holding the fuel tank up could fail – possibly leading to damage to the fail tank and a vehicle fire.

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The record setting MSR EcoBoost race car

By Patrick Rall Oct 10 2013 - 1:06pm

Ford EcoBoost Endurance Racer Breaks the 26 Year Old Daytona Lap Speed Record

The new Ford Racing EcoBoost Daytona Prototype endurance racecar took to the high banks of Daytona International Speedway with the goal of breaking Bill Elliot’s 26 year old lap record speed and when the testing session was all wrapped up, the EcoBoost’d Michael Shanks Racing car ended up setting a trio of records.

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2014 Prius Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle

By John Goreham Oct 10 2013 - 11:08am

2014 Prius Plug-in Hybrid price drops dramatically to below $30K

Price erosion in the electric vehicle market continues. Buyers of 2014 Prius Plug-in Hybrids will pay much less than those who bought in 2013 for the same content.

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By Denis Flierl Oct 10 2013 - 8:08am

Top selling Mercedes M-Class scores hat trick for the team

The new 2014 Mercedes-Benz M-Class has just received the IIHS "Top Safety Pick+" award.

By Denis Flierl Oct 10 2013 - 7:03am

What makes every day a track day for 2014 Subaru BRZ

The 2014 Subaru BRZ is a driver’s car and has just arrived online for fans to interact with a new dynamic online brochure.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 9 2013 - 6:01pm

Cummins releases details on new V8 diesel engine to be used in the Nissan Titan

Cummins has released details on the V8 turbo diesel engine they've developed for light- and medium-duty applications. The engine platform is the one that will be used in the Nissan Titan.

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By Patrick Rall Oct 9 2013 - 5:45pm

Ford Shows Off the Project Yellow Jacket Mustang Ahead of SEMA

Meet the Project Yellow Jacket Ford Mustang – a joint effort between Ford Motor Company and Vortech Supercharger that is the first of the heavily customized vehicles that will help to fill Ford’s huge display at the upcoming 2013 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

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By John Goreham Oct 9 2013 - 9:53am

Class action suit against Toyota over pre-collision system filed by a familiar firm

Toyota has been sued once again by a law firm that recently settled a case against the automaker for $1.8 billion. This one will be much smaller in scope, but could signal the start of a landslide of similar cases.

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By Denis Flierl Oct 9 2013 - 8:24am

Subaru can't miss with bright yellow XV Crosstrek Hybrid model

Subaru will support the 2013 Japan Cup Cycle Road Race with new yellow 2013 BRZ, Legacy and 2014 XV Crosstrek Hybrid models.

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA Sport four door coupe

By Denis Flierl Oct 9 2013 - 7:30am

"Sport" is more than a badge on new CLA 250 Sport models

The new Mercedes-Benz 2014 CLA 250 Sport models are out and they will live up to the Sport badge.

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