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 Sep 10 2013 - 9:22am

Lexus unveils LF-NX concept in Germany

Lexus pulls back the curtain on its first all-new vehicle in years at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show, and it is going to shake up the premium compact crossover market.

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By Denis Flierl Sep 10 2013 - 7:49am

Torque Report: 2014 Subaru BRZ gets high tech upgrades

The new 2014 Subaru BRZ has been announced in Canada and it gets some new high-tech upgrades for the new model year.

By Denis Flierl Sep 10 2013 - 6:57am

Mercedes Concept S-Class Coupe reveals next generation intelligence [video]

Mercedes unveiled the new Concept S-Class Coupe at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt today with all its intelligence.

By John Goreham Sep 9 2013 - 6:39pm

Update - Toyota spokesman defends Scion with vigor

Scion isn't going away is the official word. However, there are no new models coming anytime soon. Going away may be a relative term.

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By David Herron Sep 9 2013 - 5:47pm

VW Chief pledges electrified vehicle leadership by 2018

Volkswagen, late to the game of electrified cars, says they have the technology lined up and ready to use across the vehicles manufactured by Volkswagen Group companies.

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By Patrick Rall Sep 9 2013 - 4:43pm

The 2015 Ford Mustang Rendered by JC Design

There are lots of pictures of the next generation 2015 Ford Mustang floating around the internet but the one shown above which was discovered by the folks at The Mustang Source at Mustang6g.com is the best that I have seen thus far – although it paints a picture that could be very controversial if the production model does look similar to what is shown above.

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The Jeep Wrangler Dragon Concept in Detroit

By Patrick Rall Sep 9 2013 - 3:31pm

Jeep Wrangler Dragon Edition Sees Production

The Chrysler Group rolled out the very conceptual looking Jeep Wrangler Dragon Concept at the 2012 with design cues that seemed ideal for the Chinese market but word on the street is that the Dragon Package has been approved for production and is even reaching dealerships as you read this piece.

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By Patrick Rall Sep 9 2013 - 1:39pm

2014 Buick Regal Pricing Includes Several Surprises Like AWD, Less Power in the GS

General Motors announced the pricing for the 2014 Buick Regal this morning including the numbers for the new “base” turbo models, the eAssist drivetrain, the “high performance” Regal GS and the new optional all wheel drive setup – with the least expensive 2014 Regal starting at $30,615 with destination.

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By Patrick Rall Sep 9 2013 - 11:49am

All New 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban to Be Unveiled Thursday

On Thursday September 12th, General Motors will unveil the all new 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban in New York City and while the only “information” provided thus far is the logo artwork for each truck - we can make some guesses as to what to expect from the next generation large SUVs.

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By Denis Flierl Sep 9 2013 - 6:56am

New teaser shows a gorgeous Mercedes Concept S-Class Coupe [video]

Mercedes just released a teaser video of the new Concept S-Class Coupe that wets our appetites before its reveal at the Frankfurt Auto Show.

By Denis Flierl Sep 8 2013 - 7:48am

2013 Lancer Evolution driving Mitsubishi's sales boost

Sales at Mitsubishi are up and the 2013 Lancer Evolution has helped the brand in August here in the U.S.

By Denis Flierl Sep 8 2013 - 7:39am

Mercedes C63 AMG shows performance is alive and well in UK

AMG registrations are up 142 per cent in the UK and the 2013 Mercedes C63 AMG is leading the way. Who says performance cars are a thing of the past?

By David Herron Sep 7 2013 - 4:12pm

Ford's strong electrified vehicle sales in August, second only to Toyota

Ford is reporting strong sales growth in hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars, validating their Power of Choice strategy which aims to grab market share from Toyota and Honda.

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By Denis Flierl Sep 7 2013 - 8:52am

Two world's first features on the 2014 Mercedes S-Class

Mercedes-Benz introduces the all-new 2014 S-Class at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week and guests are treated to ultimate luxury and two world's first luxury systems.

By Denis Flierl Sep 7 2013 - 7:22am

Torque Report: Subaru goes from little known secret to established brand

Canada’s fastest growing Japanese automaker is Subaru with the 2013 XV Crosstrek leading the charge.

The Audi Quattro Sports Concept. Image courtesy of Audi of America

By Don Bain Sep 6 2013 - 7:48pm

What the world needs now: A 700 HP Audi Quattro getting 94 mpg

The all new Audi Quattro Sport Concept can do all that and even go from zero to 60 in 3.7 seconds – you can even have two of the three simultaneously, just not all three at once.

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By David Herron Sep 6 2013 - 6:53pm

Tesla's electric car plans set to swamp worldwide lithium battery manufacturing

Tesla Motors, with plans to be making 400,000 cars a year or more by 2018, is pushing suppliers to build a truly gargantuan battery cell manufacturing plant.

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Projected Tesla Supercharger network, Winter 2013

By David Herron Sep 6 2013 - 5:10pm

Tesla Motors brings Superchargers to Texas, where they can't sell cars

On Tuesday, Tesla will open their second Supercharger location in Texas, and are planning to open several more by the end of the year, despite being blocked from selling cars in Texas.

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By Patrick Rall Sep 6 2013 - 3:46pm

The 2014 Dodge Challenger SRT Gets Launch Control, V6 Gets New Suspension

The Chrysler Group has announced the details for the 2014 Dodge Challenger and while there are no major changes for the new model year – the overall performance of the Challenger lineup is improved with a new Launch Control system for the SRT models along with new optional handling packages for those cars with the Pentastar V6.

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By Patrick Rall Sep 6 2013 - 1:02pm

Camaro Sales Explode in August Crushing the Mustang and Challenger

Although the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has been well short of the 2012 sales figures throughout the first half of the year, an explosion in Camaro sales in August 2013 allowed the bowtie-clad muscle car to pummel both the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger while also pulling away from the Mustang in the annual sales race.

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By Patrick Rall Sep 6 2013 - 10:31am

Ford Boss Alan Mulally Plans to Run the Motor Company Through 2014

Amidst rumors that he is being hunted by other corporations in need of solid management, Ford Motor Company CEO Alan Mulally has stated that he plans to continue leading the automotive giant through at least 2014.

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By Denis Flierl Sep 6 2013 - 8:39am

Subaru gets unbelievable number of new buyers with Forester and BRZ

Subaru continues to set all-time sales records with the 2014 Forester, BRZ and Impreza WRX sales. But there is more to the story.

2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe concept

By Denis Flierl Sep 6 2013 - 7:16am

Mercedes S-Class Coupe revealed ahead of Frankfurt IAA

Mercedes-Benz will unveil the 2015 S-Class Coupe in concept form at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show in a few days.

By Aaron Turpen Sep 6 2013 - 1:03am

2013 Mazda5 gets listed on AAA's 'Top Cars for Growing Families'

The all-new 2013 Mazda5 minivan has been chosen as a top vehicle by one of the most respected travel organizations in the nation. Find out why.

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By Patrick Rall Sep 5 2013 - 6:25pm

Official 2014 Jeep Cherokee Fuel Economy Figures Announced by the EPA

The EPA website FuelEconomy.gov has published the first official fuel economy figures for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee and with numbers of 31mpg on the highway, the striking new Jeep is towards the top of the segment in terms of both power and fuel economy.

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By John Goreham Sep 5 2013 - 5:16pm

Scion will rock SEMA with 3 amazing tC tuner cars

The annual Scion Tuner Challenge is on. Three cool designs will vie for the top prize at SEMA.

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By Patrick Rall Sep 5 2013 - 4:22pm

Cadillac to Launch New "Work Hard, Be Lucky" Advertising Campaign

For decades, the Cadillac brand has been marketed as an elite brand for elite people but the luxury moniker’s new advertising firm is taking the marketing campaign in a completely different direction with the upcoming “Work Hard, Be Lucky” theme that is set to hit the airwaves over the next few weeks with a full scale launch in November.

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2012 Audi A8 Image courtesy of Audi of America

By Don Bain Sep 5 2013 - 3:00pm

5 great reasons to buy an Audi TDI clean diesel vehicle

Audi is building excellent clean diesel vehicles and the argument for considering such vehicles keeps growing stronger – here are five reasons they make even more sense.

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By Patrick Rall Sep 5 2013 - 2:41pm

Abarth Announces Special Edition Fiat 500 to Celebrate 50 Years of 595

Fiat’s high performance Abarth division is preparing to celebrate its 50th anniversary and to do so, the Italian automaker will offer up a special higher performance edition of the Abarth 595 that is improved over the standard 595 in every way – but like the Abarth 595 American buyers shouldn’t expect to be seeing these at their local Fiat dealership.

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By David Herron Sep 5 2013 - 2:14pm

Tesla CEO taking family road trip with Model S and Superchargers

To demonstrate that the Tesla Model S is the first electric car that can credibly take a road trip, Elon Musk is planning to take a family road trip (five sons) in a Model S from Los Angeles to New York City.

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