Automotive News (Page 479)

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.

Tesla Lost About A Billion Dollars In 2018 - But There Is Good News

By John Goreham on January 31, 2019 - 12:01AM

Tesla has lost another billion dollars, but look past that and the future is bright.

Distracted driving deaths down by about half since 2018.

NHTSA Data Indicates Distracted Driving Deaths Down By Almost Half In Past Decade - Media Reports Opposite

By John Goreham on January 30, 2019 - 10:39PM

The media calls distracted driving an epidemic, but in fact, it is down by almost half in the past ten years.

2019 Dodge Charger and Challenger in Sublime

Sublime Returns to Dodge Challenger, Comes to Charger for 2019

By Patrick Rall on January 30, 2019 - 6:58PM

Sublime was the most popular color for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and this afternoon, the high performance brand announced that the bright metallic green hue will be returning for the 2019 model year, but not just for the Challenger, as this color will be offered with all Charger trim levels as well.

Why did Toyota suddenly partner with Panasonic on EV batteries?

By Damien Ludwick on January 30, 2019 - 1:52PM

Toyota has finally taken notice to where its Prius drivers defected, and it was not the Honda Accord. They have converted to all electric Tesla vehicles. The expansion of Toyota-Panasonic battery partnership, announced a week ago, is a clear sign that Toyota is gradually moving toward battery-electric cars. Has Toyota waited too long to go all-electric? Why would Prius and other drivers defect to Tesla?

Toyota's American & Canadian Production Declines While Mexican Production Rises

By John Goreham on January 30, 2019 - 1:23PM

Toyota is building fewer vehicles in the United States and Canada, while its production in Mexico increases.

Ford Introduces New Mustang NHRA Funny Car Body

By Patrick Rall on January 30, 2019 - 12:21PM

Ford Performance announced at the 2017 SEMA Show that they were working on a new Mustang funny car body for the NHRA big leagues and yesterday, the company offered up the first picture of the 2019 race car.

2019 Subaru BRZ, Toyota 86, Toyota dropping the 86

Is Next-Generation Subaru BRZ, Toyota 86 Dead?

By Denis Flierl on January 30, 2019 - 7:08AM

There are more reports the Subaru BRZ and Toyota 86 will be dropped from the lineup and there won’t be a second-generation model. Are they true, or just rumors?

Tesla's Latest Cancelled Program - Referral Perqs - Ends Friday

By John Goreham on January 29, 2019 - 4:09PM

Tesla's referral program goes the way of free supercharging. Here are the details.

Ken Block's 1977 Ford F-150 Features the World's Biggest Metal 3D-Printed Part

By Patrick Rall on January 29, 2019 - 1:59PM

The Ford F-150 known as the Hoonitruck from Ken Block’s Gymkhana Ten is powered by a modified Ford GT EcoBoost engine fitted with a custom twin turbo setup and an intake manifold that is the biggest 3D-printed metal piece ever used on a working, driving vehicle in the world.

The Future Now - A Fighter Pilot’s View On Tesla Autopilot

By Damien Ludwick on January 29, 2019 - 1:38PM

After completing a month on Tesla’s autopilot trial on the Model 3 it is clear - Tesla is currently the most technologically advanced automobile you can currently purchase and drive. The ability to update and improve the vehicle via a software update is a competitive advantage not available to any current automobile manufacturer. Including the ability to send an autopilot trial over the air.

Refreshed 2020 Toyota Tacoma Will Be Revealed In 1 Week - What Changes Will You Look For?

By John Goreham on January 29, 2019 - 11:23AM

Here's what you can expect when Toyota reveals the new Tacoma next week.

2019 Subaru Outback, best resale value, Best Mid-Size SUV/Crossover

Why You Don’t Want A Used Subaru Outback; Check Out Resale Values

By Denis Flierl on January 29, 2019 - 6:41AM

Consumers looking to buy a used all-wheel-drive Subaru Outback SUV may want to reconsider. Check out the Outback’s resale value.

Ford V8 AWD Hybrid Drive Patent Discovered, Possibly for Mustang and F-150

By Patrick Rall on January 28, 2019 - 12:00PM

It has been known for some time that Ford will eventually offer a hybrid variant of the Mustang and the F-150, but a patent filing from the Motor Company reveals a V8 hybrid drivetrain that also integrates all-wheel-drive – possibly signaling the first Mustang that powered all four wheels.

New MazdaSpeed 3? - Mazda Now Has All The Ingredients It Needs To Create Segment's Best Hot Hatch

By John Goreham on January 28, 2019 - 9:16AM

Mazda's new Mazda3 has a new feature that could enable Mazda to create the best hot-hatch in America.

2019 Subaru Forester, Subaru plant closure, 2019 Subaru Crosstrek

Subaru Restarts New Forester, Crosstrek Production; What Is The Impact On Customers?

By Denis Flierl on January 28, 2019 - 6:52AM

The Japan plant has restarted new Forester, Crosstrek and Impreza production. See how the shutdown could affect customers.

Bugatti Divo Available For Only $7.5 Million

By Marc Stern on January 27, 2019 - 11:46PM

If you are interested in one of the world's most wanted cars, you have your chance to buy one, but you have to have $7.5 million to play. When the Divo was introduced at Pebble Beach last year all of the build slots -- 40 -- were thought to have been presold. But, according to Mobile.de a German dealer has put a build slot -- and the Divo that is in that slot -- on sale for the figure noted. It's the first one available.

2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester, new 2019 Subaru Crosstrek

Subaru Employee Commits Suicide From Overwork At Japan Factory

By Denis Flierl on January 27, 2019 - 7:27AM

When you think it can’t get any worse, there is more bad news for Subaru Corp. An employee commits suicide from being overworked at the Subaru plant in Japan.

How Can GM Bring Back The Chevy Volt from China

By Ivan Jue on January 26, 2019 - 12:50PM

Bringing Back Chevy Volt from China could help GM to use the Volt as a transitional vehicle for a bit longer, so General Motors may have the time to launch additional electric car offerings.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek, new Crosstrek, Best small AWD SUV, Subaru styling

If Subaru Customers Get This One Thing, It Will Radically Change The Brand

By Denis Flierl on January 26, 2019 - 8:15AM

Subaru customers want one thing from the Japanese automaker, and if they get it, it will radically change the brand.

New 2019 Mazda3 - Now With AWD, Key Infotainment Upgrades - Priced From $22 to $31K

By John Goreham on January 25, 2019 - 5:03PM

We break down the facts and figures on the new Mazda3.

Tesla Model 3 ready for delivery and checklist

Tesla Model 3 Delivery Checklist: Detailed and Complete

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2019 - 1:05PM

A lot of people all over the world are about to get their Tesla Model 3. Here is a very nice delivery checklist that you can use. Thanks Navid Gondal and Chris Davis from TM3SLO website for permission to use this Model 3 delivery checklist.

2019 Corvette Grand Sport Drivers Series

Corvette Racing Drivers Get Their Own Grand Sport Packages for 2019

By Patrick Rall on January 25, 2019 - 12:49PM

Heading into the weekend-long festivities surrounding the Rolex 24 Hour race at Daytona International Speedway, Chevrolet has introduced the 2019 Corvette Grand Sport Drivers Series – a quarter of special appearance packages designed to pay tribute to the drivers of the modern Corvette endurance racing program.

Bukoff's letter to Mark Reuss questioning Chevy Volt termination

Email I sent to Mark Reuss - By killing the Volt now, you are throwing away the best transition vehicle

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2019 - 12:33PM

Mark Reuss, could You give us a better explanation of why GM is killing the Volt now? asks Allen Bukoff, an automotive researcher and an avid EV enthusiast in this letter sent to Mark Reuss, the president of General Motors. It's a very interesting letter asking valid questions about untimely termination of Chevy Volt when the new generation of EVs are still two years away from showing up.

The 1964 Chrysler Imperial Crown Ghia and a sample of the Luxury Brands

The Cadillac XT6-Gate Debate: Luxury Car Brands: Are They Even Needed Anymore In the Age of Car Sharing, RoboTaxis, and Autonomy?

By Al Castro on January 25, 2019 - 11:22AM

ANALYSIS AND OPINION: It’s not looking too good in the public relations arena for Cadillac and GM when the national, now world conversation nows turns toward questioning the existence of luxury car brands after the Cadillac XT6-Gate GM Debacle. Aston Martin’s CEO weighed in with the XT6-Gate to establish six ultra brands, and none of the ones below it like Cadillac will surpass them. But let’s be clear: XT6-Gate is an American problem, not a European one.

Tesla Model 3 Resale Value by Kelley Blue Book

Great News For Tesla Model 3 Resale Value Based on Very Little Data

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2019 - 10:37AM

According to the list of Kelley Blue Book's 2019 Best Resale Value Award Winners Tesla Model 3 is apparently going to hold its resale value better than its closest competition. However, Tesla Model 3's resale valuation raises lots of questions as its based on a very little data.

2019 Subaru Ascent, New Subaru SUV, 3-Row SUV, engine specs, fuel mileage

Subaru Ascent; Is Its Small 2.4L Engine Big Enough To Haul Your Family?

By Denis Flierl on January 25, 2019 - 6:40AM

The all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent is powered by a small 2.4-liter engine. Is it big enough to haul your family?

Porsche Doubles Electric Taycan Production Before First Sold

By Marc Stern on January 24, 2019 - 11:01PM

Even before the first Taycan has rolled off an assembly line, Porsche has doubled the number of E-Taycans that will be built this year. It also expects that it will sellout of the 2020 personal sports electric.

Camaro Funny Car Driver Courtney Force Retires Suddenly

By Patrick Rall on January 24, 2019 - 4:05PM

Over the past few years, Courtney Force has become one of the front-runners in the NHRA Funny Car ranks in her John Force Racing Chevrolet Camaro, but with the promise of another strong season in 2019, the winningest female driver in the class’s history has retired suddenly.

Toyota Brand and Tacoma Earn Best Resale Value Brand and Model In 2019 KBB Rankings

By John Goreham on January 24, 2019 - 1:34PM

Toyota dominates the new 2019 KBB resale value rankings. Here's how Toyota did.

1st Toyota Supra, Ford GT, Mustang Shelby Generate 5.7 Million For Charity Highlighting Missed Tesla Model 3 Opportunity

By John Goreham on January 24, 2019 - 1:15PM

This week two new models 1st production cars generated a whopping 4.6 million for charities. Looking back, Tesla missed a huge opportunity to do good.

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