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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.

Dodge isn't Hiding the Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody

By Patrick Rall on March 20, 2019 - 11:53AM

Dodge Charger Widebody with an eye-catching wrap is driving around Metro Detroit streets as the company teases us all.

2019 Subaru Forester, best compact SUV, best SUV for families

Who Cares About Styling; New Subaru Forester Hits A Home Run With Families

By Denis Flierl on March 20, 2019 - 7:51AM

The new Subaru Forester is criticized for its styling and lack of power but keeps getting awards. See why it scores the Best Compact SUV For Families.

IIHS Honors Audi A6 With Highest Award, Top Safety Pick+

By Marc Stern on March 19, 2019 - 10:10PM

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety honored Audi's 2019 A6 with its highest award, the Top Safety Pick+ due to the headlights used on the sedan. The Q8, tested at the same time, didn't fare as well because the model did not use the same headlights as the upline sedan -- the better headlights are available on the Premium Plus and Prestige models, not the base A6.

2019 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro - What makes it special?

What Accessories Make The 2019 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro Special?

By John Goreham on March 19, 2019 - 5:29PM

We spent time in the 2019 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro and found a few things that make it different from most trucks.

Zdung Ho Dodge Charger Hellcat Wheels Up Launch

Dodge Charger Resets Hellcat Blower-Only Record in TX2K Victory (Video)

By Patrick Rall on March 19, 2019 - 12:14PM

Zdung Ho’s Hellcat Charger ran a 9.13 early in the day to set a record, followed by a big win in the class finals.

Microfiber suede trim in supercars is now in mainstream models.

Supercar Makers Like Lamborghini Use This Amazing Material, But Where Else Can You Find It?

By John Goreham on March 19, 2019 - 11:14AM

Supercars use microfiber suede as seating and trim materials. You may be surprised to find it in some affordable cars as well.

Tesla's Elon Musk SEC Fraud Problem Appears Hard To Defend - Here's Why

By John Goreham on March 19, 2019 - 10:27AM

Elon Musk is accused of not living up to the terms of his fraud settlement with the SEC. The reason SEC thinks its case is bullet-proof seems hard to argue against.

2019 Subaru Outback, 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Subaru Impreza, Starlink problems, lawsuit

Having Problems With Subaru Starlink? What Owners Can Do

By Denis Flierl on March 19, 2019 - 8:03AM

Subaru has a problem with its Starlink infotainment system. Have you had problems with your Subaru vehicle?

Done With Model Y, Tesla Fans Move on to the Pickup Truck: What Will it Be Like?

By Al Castro on March 18, 2019 - 6:03PM

ANALYSIS AND OPINION: It hasn’t been a week since the Tesla Y unveil at the Design Studio and the Tesla Fan Base and media alike are now speculating what the already iconic pickup truck will shape out to be. So over Model Y and it’s ho hum, the excitement energy is already now building for Model U.

Toyota And Honda Dominate Green House Gas Reduction.

Toyota And Honda Dominate In EPA's Green House Gas Reduction Program

By John Goreham on March 18, 2019 - 12:14PM

Toyota and Honda are the dominant players in the Environmental Protection Agency's greenhouse gas reduction program. Here's how they did compared to other automakers.

Seven Months After Elon Musk's $420 Tweet Tesla Stock Is Closer To $240

By John Goreham on March 18, 2019 - 11:00AM

2019 Subaru Forester, safety, ANCAP, IIHS, safest SUVs

How Safe Is The Newly-Redesigned Subaru Forester?

By Denis Flierl on March 18, 2019 - 7:35AM

The new Subaru Forester gets tested for safety around the globe. How safe is the new SUV?

Future Still Not Clear, But Bugatti May Add Lower-Cost Vehicle To Its Lineup

By Marc Stern on March 17, 2019 - 11:45PM

Though the future is still far from certain, Bugatti is considering a "lower-cost" electric model that would slot in underneath the expensive Chiron. Though no costs have been closely discussed, it is likely that it would be in the half-a-million-dollar range.

2019 Subaru WRX STI, 100 Acre Wood Rally, Ken Block, Solberg

Subaru Hits Unexpected Trouble At 100 Acre Wood Rally; Ken Block DNF

By Denis Flierl on March 17, 2019 - 7:31AM

It was a weekend of unexpected trouble for the Subaru WRX STIs at 100 Acre Wood Rally. See where the two performance cars finished.

2019 Subaru WRX Vs. 2019 Hyundai Veloster N, performance specs, details,

Subaru WRX Vs. Hyundai Veloster N: Similar Specs But 2 Big Differences

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2019 - 12:58PM

These two performance cars are more similar than you think. There are also two big differences.

More Details And Images Of Mazda's Beautiful New CX-30 Crossover

By John Goreham on March 16, 2019 - 10:30AM

Mazda offers more details and images of the all-new CX-30 crossover.

2019 Subaru Ascent, New Subaru SUV, 3-Row SUV, best 3-Row SUV price

Subaru Can’t Keep Biggest SUV From Flying Off Dealers' Lots

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2019 - 8:20AM

The Subaru Ascent is flying off dealers’ lots. See why the Ascent and Crosstrek are the top 4 quickest-selling cars in America.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk and the new Model Y at the unveil 3/14/19

The Model Y Unveil at the Tesla Design Studio: Another Historic Cash Machine Model for a Once Again Cash Strapped Tesla

By Al Castro on March 16, 2019 - 3:07AM

ANALYSIS AND OPINION: The Eve of the Ides of March like the Model Y unveil at the Tesla Design Studio came like the new car itself and went like any other event without much fanfare. Both are no frills or gimmicks, the most practical you can get in a car and an event, neither didn’t take much money to make, and in the car’s case it has the potential to outsell it’s siblings combined.

Toyota Pours Resources and Jobs Into Expanding U.S. Manufacturing - Is Your State On The List?

By John Goreham on March 15, 2019 - 7:10PM

Toyota is adding substantially to its already impressive U.S. manufacturing operations. Here's a state by state breakdown of what the automaker is adding and where.

2019 Ford EcoSport Lives Up To Its Name At Team O'Neil Rally School Winter Safe Driving Course

By John Goreham on March 15, 2019 - 3:19PM

We drove the 2019 Ford EcoSport back to back with a rally car and Ford Raptor on an ice-covered course. It performed beyond all expectations.

2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 in Grabber Lime

2020 Ford Mustang Celebrates St Patrick's Day in Grabber Lime

By Patrick Rall on March 15, 2019 - 1:28PM

Grabber Lime effectively replaces Need for Green in the Ford Mustang lineup for 2020 and this new green will be available across the entire model range – from the base EcoBoost to the Shelby GT500.

Pair Reportedly Absconds With 61 VW Turbodiesels Stored By Scandal

By Marc Stern on March 15, 2019 - 7:57AM

The Federal Bureau of Investigation and a Michigan sheriff's department have charged a pair of men with pilfering 61 vehicles that were bought back by VW in the VW Dieselgate scandal and stored. Some 45 were shipped off to other spots while another 15 were stored.

2019 Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, Outback, adventure accessories, best roof racks, best cargo baskets

Increase Storage In Your SUV: 7 Best Roof Racks For Wilderness Adventures

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2019 - 7:29AM

What’s the best way to increase storage in your new Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, or Outback? Check out the 7 best roof racks and baskets for your all-wheel-drive SUV.

Ford Explorer's New Tires Can Dramatically Improve Safety and Convenience

By Mary Conway on March 14, 2019 - 9:12PM

The 2020 Ford Explorer will feature self-sealing tires that can protect you in case of a sudden flat tire.

Automakers Could Easily Stop Impaired Driving Today – Without A Breathalyzer

By John Goreham on March 14, 2019 - 4:51PM

Behavior mapping is now commonplace in our affordable cars. Telematics is now universal. Stopping impaired driving would be easy.

2020 Ford Mustang GT500 Electronically Limited to 180mph

By Patrick Rall on March 14, 2019 - 11:14AM

Ford’s most powerful Mustang will fall short of the Camaro ZL1 and Challenger Hellcat in terms of top speed.

2019 Subaru Forester, 2019 Subaru Ascent, Best Family Cars 2019

How Subaru Forester And Ascent Stack Up Against Family SUV Competition

By Denis Flierl on March 14, 2019 - 6:55AM

The New 2019 Subaru Forester and Ascent family hauler stack up well against larger competitors. See where Kelly Blue Book ranks them in the Best Family Cars of 2019.

Watch A New 2019 Ford Ranger Tackle A Frozen Skidpad In Opposite Lock

By John Goreham on March 13, 2019 - 1:02PM

We took a Ford Ranger to the O'Neil Rally school to see how it would handle snow and ice. Here's what we discovered.

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

Say Goodbye To The Subaru Outback 3.6R; Why Customers Won’t Miss It

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2019 - 6:46AM

The Subaru Outback is about to get a complete remodel and one trim is going away forever. If you want a 3.6R 6-cylinder, you better act quickly, but you might want to wait for the all-new 2020 model.

Airbag Issue: Honda Recalls Already Recalled Vehicles To Apply New Fix

By Marc Stern on March 12, 2019 - 10:26PM

Honda has recalled more than 1 million vehicles, built from 2001 to 2016, to replace already-replaced Takata airbag inflators. According to the automaker, the recall was launched when they found that the already-fixed airbags were likely to have degraded propellant which can raise issues on deployment.

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