Automotive News (Page 421)

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.

2019 Toyota Sienna Alumina Jade Metallic Final with Jeff Teague of ToyotaJEff

Toyota Sienna is the Ultimate Family Road Trip Vehicle

By Jeff Teague on August 21, 2019 - 10:32AM

A 2019 Toyota Sienna helped make our 2,000-mile family road trip both enjoyable and memorable. See what makes the Sienna such an incredible family vacation vehicle.

2020 Subaru Outback, new Subaru Outback, specs, features, engines, fuel mileage

3 Big Differences You Will Feel With New Subaru Outback Platform

By Denis Flierl on August 21, 2019 - 7:38AM

The 2020 Subaru Outback arrives this fall with the new Global Platform. What difference will customers feel when they drive the new model?

The 2020 C8 Corvette Starts Under Sixty-Thousand Dollars, But Not For Long

By Justin Nohe on August 20, 2019 - 7:32PM

It's fair to say that Chevrolet earned a "whoa" moment on the C8 Corvette reveal night when they said the mid engine 2020 Corvette Stingray would cost under $60,000 and then later showed the starting price to be $59,995. The joy of a sub sixty-thousand dollar car may be short lived, though.

Can A Toyota Prius Run If The Battery Is Dead?

By Peter Neilson on August 20, 2019 - 6:50PM

The Toyota Prius is simply one crazy awesome vehicle. Not only is it a great fuel sipping genius, but even when it is neglected. So what really happens when the traction battery no longer works? That is a great question, and we are about to find out.

2020 Dodge Charger Hellcat Daytona 50th Anniversary Edition

2020 Dodge Charger Hellcat Daytona Debuts at the Woodward Dream Cruise with Huge Power

By Patrick Rall on August 20, 2019 - 12:38PM

The 717-horsepower 2020 Dodge Charger Hellcat Daytona 50th Anniversary Edition made its first public appearance in the Woodward Dream Cruise display lot of the Modern Street Hemi Shootout series in Pontiac.

2020 Subaru Outback, new Subaru Outback, Honda, best cars in customer satisfaction

Customers Say Subaru And Honda Are The Best In New Satisfaction Survey

By Denis Flierl on August 20, 2019 - 8:00AM

Subaru and Honda owners say the two brands are the best when it comes to customer satisfaction. See what it means for consumers.

Ford Mondeo Evos May Be Outback-Like Crossover

By Marc Stern on August 19, 2019 - 11:20PM

Ford has been doing some trademarking as of late. The latest is a new version of the Mondeo. It uses the Evos name from the Frankfurt Motor Show where it named a concept vehicle. The new vehicle may be a Subaru Outback-like crossover.

2020 Toyota Avalon TRD Celestial Silver Metallic Front End

The New 2020 Toyota Avalon TRD Now at Dealerships and it is Hot

By Jeff Teague on August 19, 2019 - 3:35PM

I recently had the opportunity to test out the all-new 2020 Toyota Avalon TRD. It is stunning and drives even better. Learn all about the TRD and see why you will probably fall in love with it too.

7 Best Hacks For Your Toyota Prius

By Peter Neilson on August 19, 2019 - 1:45PM

My 2007 Toyota Prius has been a great car for me in many ways. I have been through a lot with this car and even done a few cool mods, all of which have not cost very much money. I want to share with you 7 hacks that I have used to help keep my Prius updated and well maintained.

Red 2020 C8 Chevrolet Corvette Mid-Engine Stingray side view

How GM Just Grabbed Th Attention of The Entire World With Its New 2020 C8 Corvette Stingray

By Michael Brink on August 19, 2019 - 8:44AM

GM just grabbed the attention of the entire world with its new 2020 C8 Corvette Stingray. With GM releasing the top speed of this C8, to say it impresses people is an understatement.

2020 Subaru Legacy, 2020 model change, features, specs, best sedans, best interiors

3 Reasons Why You Should Choose The New Subaru Legacy Over Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Ford Sedans

By Denis Flierl on August 19, 2019 - 7:37AM

The new 2020 Subaru Legacy arrives this fall and should be a good choice for customers. See how it compares with the competition from Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Ford.

2020 Subaru Outback, new Subaru Outback, features, when they arrive at the dealer

All-New Subaru Outback Sits In The Showroom But You Can’t Drive It

By Denis Flierl on August 18, 2019 - 7:54AM

Subaru has 2020 Outback models available for customers to sit in, but they aren’t letting you drive one. See how long you have to wait for a test drive.

2020 C8 Corvette Stingray Can Hit 194 MPH In Base Coupe And Only 184 MPH In The Z51

By Justin Nohe on August 18, 2019 - 1:28AM

The lastest from GM shows us that the C8 Corvette will hit a top speed of 194 miles per hour but this is in the base, non Z51 car. The Z51 package will lower this top speed down to 184 due to extra drag.

2021 Small Bronco Could Be Called The Scout Or The Adventurer

By Marc Stern on August 17, 2019 - 11:14PM

One of the auto industry's favorite pastimes lately has been speculating about next year's Ford Bronco. Here's a little more speculation that combines a tidbit or two of knowledge, as well.

The Used Car Buying Rule: Things You Need to Do When Buying a Used Car

By Armen Hareyan on August 17, 2019 - 10:24PM

Buying a used car has its rules. In order to protect yourself, you need to know and do certain things before purchasing a used car. Ilan Kaps, an automotive journalist sent this story to Torque News in which he is proposing a guide and the these safety measures that people need to take when buying a used car.

Scotty Killmer about implanting Tesla chip in body

Scotty Kilmer Rightfully Says Getting a Tesla ID Card Implanted In a Body Is Wrong

By Armen Hareyan on August 17, 2019 - 9:47PM

In one of his recent videos, popular YouTube car mechanic Scotty Kilmer rants about a woman who got her Tesla ID card implanted into her arm. Implanting chips into human body is not a good idea. It can bring catastrophic consequences for humanity. Also, how are these people thinking? You can't be one with your car, you still need a driver's license and you can't implant that. Here is what Killmer said.

Chevrolet Mid-Engine Corvette Unanswered Questions

By Clarence Garner on August 17, 2019 - 6:50PM

Since the 2020 C8 Corvette has arrived there has been tons of hype along with lots of unanswered questions. Let's look at some of these questions together and try to find answers.

2020 Subaru BRZ, 2020 BRZ tS, price, specs, features

Subaru BRZ tS Returns To Fly Under The Radar

By Denis Flierl on August 17, 2019 - 7:16AM

Unlike its STI stablemate with an exaggerated rear wing, the Subaru BRZ tS returns with an understated rear spoiler. See the updated 2020 Subaru BRZ model change.

How Fun Is To Drive Toyota Prius: Here Are 5 Leading Reasons

By Peter Neilson on August 17, 2019 - 1:30AM

I never had assimilated, fun to drive, and Toyota Prius in the same sentence. Quite honestly, I do not think many people would. My opinion on this has for sure changed ever since I have owned one, and here is why.

2020 Honda Civic Hatchback, pricing, specs, features, 2020 model change

First Look At 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback Pricing And Model Change Details

By Denis Flierl on August 16, 2019 - 4:08PM

The updated 2020 Honda Civic model changes have been announced. Check out the new upgrades.

2019 Toyota Tacoma Midnight Black vs 2017 Toyota Tacoma Super White

Tips on Whether to Buy a New 2019 Toyota Tacoma or a Used One

By Jeff Teague on August 16, 2019 - 12:40PM

Is it better to purchase a new 2019 Tacoma truck or should you consider a pre-owned one? Here are some things to consider when making your decision.

2020 Subaru WRX STI, new STI, 2020 Subaru WRX, pricing, specs, features

2020 Subaru STI Updates, Why You Should Wait For The All-New 2021 Model Change

By Denis Flierl on August 16, 2019 - 6:44AM

Subaru announces 2020 WRX and WRX STI pricing and model change updates. See why you should wait for the next-generation 2021 STI.

Why Toyota Prius Is So Popular

By Peter Neilson on August 16, 2019 - 1:55AM

If I were to sum up the title in one statement it would probably be something like this, "the Toyota Prius is so popular because it changed the world." While there are certainly a deluge of these eco fuel sippers on the road, not everyone understands why Prius is such a popular vehicle. Here a few reasons that certainly contribute to the popularity of the vehicle.

2020 Mid-Engine Red Corvette and its pricing

Pricing Is Revealed, but I Wouldn't Order a New Corvette Yet Because There Will Be Constraints

By Clarence Garner on August 15, 2019 - 9:33PM

This is the the second best day in Corvette history that everyone has been waiting for. The pricing of the new 2020 Corvette is revealed, but if I were you I wouldn't place my order in yet. Here is why.

2020 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody Static

2020 Dodge Charger Hellcat Widebody Wows the Roadkill Crowd

By Patrick Rall on August 15, 2019 - 4:20PM

The 2020 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody in the new Frostbite Blue was all over the M1 Concourse during Roadkill Nights 2019, and the crowd was loving it.

The Biggest 2020 Toyota 4Runner Pros and Cons

By Jeff Teague on August 15, 2019 - 3:41PM

Get ready because the 2020 Toyota 4Runner is just about here and complete with some nifty upgrades. We will show you both the good and the not so good about this popular Toyota SUV.

Clarence Garner of Torque News in front of the 2020 Chevy Corvette in C8 unveling in Tustin California

GM Engineers Talk About Transformations from C7 Corvette to C8 Mid-Engine Corvette and Driver Modes

By Clarence Garner on August 15, 2019 - 12:09PM

At the C8 Corvette debut on July 18, 2019, I had a once-in-a-lifetime chance to speak with the engineers and designers of the all new 2020 Corvette. The C8 is a huge transformation from the front-engine, seventh-generation Corvette. Read about how the engineers describe this awesome transformation.

Chevrolet brings truth back to advertising.

Tesla Take Note: New Corvette Brings Truth Back To Automotive Pricing

By John Goreham on August 15, 2019 - 11:30AM

Manufacturers have been fudging the truth about automotive pricing for decades. Chevrolet's most recent Corvette pricing announcement resets the expectation for factual pricing.

With Chevrolet Menlo Release in China, GM Stokes Speculation About the Bolt EUV

By Steve Birkett on August 15, 2019 - 8:40AM

China's appealing crossover, the Chevrolet Menlo EV, seemingly won't make it to U.S. shores, but it offers a glimpse at where GM is headed with electric vehicles.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek Forester, best SUVs for camping, best off-road SUVs

How To Get Your New Subaru Into Any National Park For Free

By Denis Flierl on August 15, 2019 - 8:00AM

The National Park Service has a special day coming up. See when you can get your new 2019 Subaru Forester, Outback or Crosstrek in for free.

Subscribe to