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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.

Performance Features Of The All New 2020 C8 Corvette Are Out Of This World And Price Starts At Only 60,000

By Justin Nohe on July 20, 2019 - 1:11AM

The new 2020 C8 Corvette was just revealed to the world a day ago and it already has the internet in an uproar. The performance features of this car are amazing and the price is almost as low as the C7 Corvette Stingray.

The 2020 C8 Corvette Is Officially Here And These are 4 Reasons You Should Pay Attention To It

By Justin Nohe on July 19, 2019 - 6:50PM

After almost 2 years of teasers, spy shots, and user renderings, we finally got to see the real 2020 C8 Corvette last night and it has some amazing features that you should definitely pay attention to.

Yakima kayak review with Subaru Forester

Why Yakima Kayak Racks Are A Great Match With the Subaru Forester

By John Goreham on July 19, 2019 - 3:57PM

We are vehicle experts and kayaking novices, but in our review we found that Yakima kayak racks work perfectly with the Subaru Forester.

The C8 Corvette is Different in a Very Good Way

By Patrick Rall on July 19, 2019 - 2:14PM

After last night’s debut of the mid-engine 2020 C8 Chevrolet Corvette, there have been plenty of negative comments on social media, but this car represents a major step in the evolution of the American sports car – and it will likely destroy European exotics at a fraction of the price.

Tesla Can Make Charging Faster If It Jumps Into Hybrid Battery Packs

By Dean McManis on July 19, 2019 - 1:13PM

Tesla Semi and pickup truck will greatly benefit from Tesla's Maxwell battery production, but the quickest profit that Tesla could derive from the new batteries would be in the Model 3, Model Y and Model F(?) pickup truck. Here is why.

2019 Honda CR-V, Honda Civic, Honda Accord, best resale value, most reliable cars

2 Reasons Why You Should Consider Buying A New Honda Civic, CR-V Or Accord

By Denis Flierl on July 19, 2019 - 8:31AM

Honda gets honored as the number one brand for resale and reliability. See why the 2019 Civic, CR-V and Accord are most-awarded by KBB.

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

EPA Says New Subaru Outback Gets Improved Fuel Mileage Vs Outgoing Model

By Denis Flierl on July 19, 2019 - 6:36AM

The 2020 Subaru Outback EPA fuel-mileage estimates are out and the new SUV gets a bump in mileage. See the significant improvement the new 2.4-liter turbo gets compared with the outgoing 3.6-liter six-cylinder.

Your Toyota Prius Has Serious Boost

By Peter Neilson on July 19, 2019 - 1:35AM

If you were to ask most people what the first word they think of is when they hear Toyota Prius, it would probably be slow. What most people do not know is that your Prius was engineered to have boost, in order to make it faster, but maybe not in the way you think.

Ford F150 VelociRaptor May Top Hennesey Goliath

By Marc Stern on July 18, 2019 - 11:04PM

While Hennessey (and quite possibly Chevy) touts its 6X6 Goliath, there's another 6X6 quietly competing and, some say, winning. It's also produced by Hennessey Performance engineering and it is called the VelociRaptor. It is based on the Ford F150 Raptor.

Here Is the First Real Shot of The 2020 C8 Corvette Interior

By Justin Nohe on July 18, 2019 - 6:55PM

We've all waited a long time for the C8 Corvette and it's almost here, but not without a leaked shot of the actual interior first!

Tesla Semi truck is backing up for charging

The Sooner Tesla Semi Comes The Better For Everyone, but Better Reduce The Battery Cost

By Armen Hareyan on July 18, 2019 - 10:24AM

In May 2019 Tesla completed the acquisition of Maxwell and took over the battery technology development. The question is will Tesla Semi and the pickup truck, which will need stronger batteries will have to weight until Tesla develops Maxwell batteries?

Summer Road Trip Food - Name Your Guilty Pleasure

By John Goreham on July 18, 2019 - 8:31AM

We love a great summer road trip. Food is always part of these adventures for us. What’s your special Road trip treat?

2019 Toyota RAV4 Digital Rearview Mirror

How to Improve Visibility in Your 2019 Toyota RAV4

By Jeff Teague on July 18, 2019 - 7:38AM

Toyota’s fifth-generation 2019 RAV4 is getting rave reviews and booming sales due to its impressive styling, along with improved safety and technological advances. See how one all-new feature is changing the way you see while you drive.

Why Subaru Connects With You On An Emotional Level To Be The Best In Brand Loyalty

By Denis Flierl on July 18, 2019 - 6:46AM

Subaru ranks highest overall of any automaker when it comes to brand loyalty. See why they beat Toyota, Honda, and Lexus.

New Tech Means More MPG From Your Toyota Prius

By Peter Neilson on July 17, 2019 - 7:51PM

The Toyota Prius is widely known for excellent fuel economy. It has improved over the generations to become more efficient with utilizing the energy stored to keep the fuel consumption to a minimum. Now, however, there is a new kid in town, and this new tech is SIC. Promising increased energy efficiency to improve electric mileage for even better MPG.

Ford F150 Dealer Offers Amazing Two-Tone Trucks, And They Never Lift A Brush

By Marc Stern on July 17, 2019 - 7:50PM

Return with us now to the thrilling years of the 1980s and 1990s when you could order and receive a very nice two-tone Ford F150. If you were to try that now, at least from the factory, you won't receive it. At least one dealer, though, has a very nice Retro program loaded and ready to go.

3 Ways the 2019 Toyota Prius AWD-e Exceeds Expectations and One Way It Does Not

By John Goreham on July 17, 2019 - 3:41PM

We try the updated 2019 Toyota Prius and find its still exceeds expectations in all but one way, particularly to those new to Prius.

2020 Subaru Outback, pricing, XT turbo, features, specs, 2020 Legacy pricing

Subaru Announces New Outback Pricing, What To Know Before You Buy

By Denis Flierl on July 17, 2019 - 6:15AM

Subaru announces pricing for the 2020 Outback and Legacy model change. See the new XT turbo model pricing and features.

The Best 12v Battery Option For Toyota Prius

By Peter Neilson on July 17, 2019 - 12:34AM

It will more than likely take you by surprise, but the day will come. You will get in your Toyota Prius and it will not be ready to go. The 12v will be dead, and you will be left thinking about what to do next. Lucky for you, I have the answer.

C8 Corvette Z06 LT7 Engine Information Leak Shows A Twin Turbo Configuration

By Justin Nohe on July 16, 2019 - 9:15PM

The C8 Corvette is a highly anticipated successor to the wildly popular 7th generation Corvette and it just recently leaked that the Z06 variant of the C8 Corvette will have a twin turbo configuration.

2019 Toyota 4Runner red color from a side view

2019 Toyota 4Runner Off-Roading Features Explained

By Jeff Teague on July 16, 2019 - 7:47PM

When shopping for an off-roading SUV, you want one that handles well both on the road and off. Toyota 4Runner checks all these boxes. Find out what 4WD features the 2019 Toyota 4Runner offers and how they can help you in the toughest terrain.

Ford is Planning a Bronco Pickup to Battle the Jeep Gladiator

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2019 - 10:54AM

The Bronco pickup isn’t scheduled to arrive until 2024, but a new report claims that development has been underway since before the Jeep Gladiator came to market.

2019 Subaru Ascent, cargo, power tailgate, tailgate issue, leaving tailgate open

New Subaru Ascent Owners Say a Glitch In the SUVs Tailgate Could Leave You With a Dead Battery

By Denis Flierl on July 16, 2019 - 7:31AM

New Subaru Ascent owners are having trouble with the tailgate. See what complaints are about.

How the Toyota Prius Is Upsetting The Market, With Solar Power

By Peter Neilson on July 15, 2019 - 11:12PM

Toyota Prius took the automotive industry by storm when it took over the hybrid segment back in 2000. It made waves that other car makers have struggled to compete with. Even now when things look as if the playing field could become pretty even, Toyota pulls another ace from their sleeve, this time they have gone solar.

The New 2020 C8 Corvette Will Carry The "Stingray" Moniker

By Justin Nohe on July 15, 2019 - 9:34PM

More details are coming out for the new 2020 C8 Corvette and we now know that it will, in fact carry the Stingray moniker.

Ford Bronco Test Mule Reskinned In GM Garb; The Question Is: Why?

By Marc Stern on July 15, 2019 - 12:36PM

There's a weird-looking mashup of a Ford Ranger and a Chevy Colorado running around the Ford Proving Ground in Michigan, the question of the moment is what is it doing there and the second question is why?

2019 Honda Civic, Honda Civic Si, best compact cars, 6-speed manual

There Are 8 Manual-Only Cars Left, Two Honda Civics Make The List

By Denis Flierl on July 15, 2019 - 10:15AM

The Honda Civic Type R and Civic Si are two of the last cars sold in the U.S. that only come equipped with a manual transmission. Check out the 6 other remaining manual-only cars.

An Electric Miata From Mazda Would Be Fantastic

By John Goreham on July 15, 2019 - 9:25AM

We make the case that an electric Mazda Miata would be a blast to drive.

Demand for 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Has Truck Buyers Seeing Army Green

By Jeff Teague on July 15, 2019 - 8:42AM

Things are about to get exciting in the truck world. With the release of the refreshed 2020 Toyota Tacoma just a couple months away, truck shoppers are compiling their wish lists already. Especially those painted Army Green.

2019 Subaru WRX STI, most stolen cars, National Auto Theft Prevention Month, prevent car theft

The Most Stolen Subaru In Colorado Is Not The WRX STI

By Denis Flierl on July 15, 2019 - 7:43AM

The Subaru WRX STI is popular in The Rocky Mountains and has been a favorite among car thieves. But surprisingly, it’s not the most stolen Subaru in Colorado.

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