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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.

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

2020 Subaru Outback; 2.4L Turbo XT And New Advanced Safety Tech Are Coming

By Denis Flierl on February 10, 2019 - 7:40AM

The all-new next-generation 2020 Subaru Outback is coming soon and the popular SUV/Crossover gets a complete remodel. The new Outback likely gets a 2.4L turbo XT model and new advanced safety tech.

New 2020 Subaru Legacy, Chicago Auto Show, details, specs, pictures

All-New 2020 Subaru Legacy; Everything You Want To Know

By Denis Flierl on February 9, 2019 - 7:08AM

Here’s a complete rundown on the all-new 2020 Subaru Legacy. Just when you thought sedans were dead.

New AAA Study Shows Electric Vehicle Range Is Cut Dramatically In Winter - How Did Tesla Do?

By John Goreham on February 8, 2019 - 5:15PM

A new study by AAA shows that electric vehicle range limitations are made worse in winter.

For The Second Year, VW Atlas Wins MotorWeek SUV Award

By Marc Stern on February 8, 2019 - 1:54PM

For the second year in a row, the Volkswagen Atlas received the coveted MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award. The popular cable show said the SUV was the top in its category out of the many vehicles that its editors review. The winner was named at the Chicago Auto Show.

2020 Subaru Legacy, new Legacy XT, Chicago Auto Show

New XT Marks Return Of The Turbo To Subaru Legacy Lineup

By Denis Flierl on February 8, 2019 - 7:37AM

The all-new 2020 Subaru Legacy sedan gets a new XT trim marking the return of the turbo model to the lineup. See what performance fans will get.

Subaru Takata airbag recall, Forester, Outback, WRX, Impreza, Legacy, Tribeca

Subaru Recalls 500,000 Forester, Outback, WRX, Impreza, Legacy Models

By Denis Flierl on February 8, 2019 - 6:24AM

A latest massive Takata airbag recall affects close to 500,000 Subaru Forester, Outback, WRX, Impreza, Legacy, and Tribeca models. Is your vehicle on the list?

C8 Corvette Crossed Flag Logo Start-Up Animation, New Logo Leaked

By Patrick Rall on February 7, 2019 - 3:23PM

The folks at GM-Trucks.com got their hands on a short video showing the start-up animation of the upcoming mid-engine C8 with the newest iteration of the familiar crossed flags logo that has adorned every Chevrolet Corvette.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek, new Crosstrek, Best small AWD SUV, lowest cost to own vehicle

Want The Lowest Cost-To-Own AWD CUV? Buy A Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl on February 7, 2019 - 7:02AM

Subaru vehicles are the lowest cost to own of any automaker in America. KBB and Vincentric say Crosstrek is the best small all-wheel-drive CUV.

The Horror - Are Half Of Mazda Miatas Sold Automatics?!

By John Goreham on February 6, 2019 - 4:47PM

A new recall may have accidentally shed some light on how many Mazda Miatas sold are automatics.

2019 Ram 1500 Split Tailgate Offers Easier Trailer-Friendly Bed Access

By Patrick Rall on February 6, 2019 - 2:20PM

The Ram Truck brand announced today that the 2019 Ram 1500 pickup will soon be offered with a new multifunction tailgate that opens like a “normal” tailgate while also having a 60/40 split design that opens like doors – offering easier bed access even when you have a trailer hooked up.

Read this before buying a one-year-old CR-V or Civic.

Thinking of Buying A One-Year Used Honda Civic, HR-V, or CR-V? Read This Before You Do

By John Goreham on February 6, 2019 - 11:50AM

One-year-old Honda's have a very unusual retained value. Before you buy a one-year used Honda, check out these facts.

How to unlock your Ford when the battery is dead.

Locked Out Of Your Ford With A Dead Battery? Try This

By John Goreham on February 6, 2019 - 11:08AM

If you are locked out of your Ford vehicle with a dead battery and have a keyless entry system, here is how you can get inside.

Mazda Teases New Crossover Model - Will It Be Larger Than CX-5?

By John Goreham on February 6, 2019 - 10:46AM

Mazda shows off a new crossover model in one month. Will it be a more car-based two-row crossover?

2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, Impreza, lowest cost to own, Best Value in America

Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, Impreza Lowest Cost To Own In America

By Denis Flierl on February 6, 2019 - 7:04AM

The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, and Impreza are Vincentric Best Value in America Awards winners. What does it mean for consumers?

Chevrolet Performance eCOPO Camaro Race Car

Electric Chevrolet Camaro eCOPO Race Car Runs 10.14 in Public

By Patrick Rall on February 5, 2019 - 4:55PM

Chevrolet Performance introduced the eCOPO concept drag car at SEMA last year but last week, the all-electric Camaro made its first run in public and it did not disappoint – running a 10.142 at 130 miles per hour running on partial power.

Tesla's Free Supercharging Was Great, But How To Create Sustainable EV Charging

By Damien Ludwick on February 5, 2019 - 11:42AM

How to make sustainable transportation well sustainable: EV charging sustainable both financially and environmentally.

Refreshed 2020 Ford Super Duty Breaks Cover Ahead of Chicago Debut

By Patrick Rall on February 5, 2019 - 10:41AM

The biggest news from Ford Motor Company at the upcoming 2019 Chicago Auto Show will be the formal introduction of the refreshed 2020 Super Duty lineup, but with a few days until the start of the Windy City show, the automaker has offered up a preview of their newest heavy duty pickups.

2019 Subaru Forester, 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Car of the Year awards

New Subaru Forester, Crosstrek Whip Up Around The Globe

By Denis Flierl on February 5, 2019 - 7:16AM

The all-new 2019 Subaru Forester and newly-redesigned Crosstrek whip up more global awards, See where they get Car of the Year awards.

A New Breed of Pilots... Missing in Aurora Flight Test

By Damien Ludwick on February 4, 2019 - 10:26PM

A week ago, Aurora launched an experimental “autonomous” flying (PAV) Passenger Air Vehicle: the first full-scale electric air taxi. Aurora hovered the aircraft a few feet in flight and then let it back down.

Dancing in the Rain with 2019 Acura RDX A-Spec SH-AWD

By Parks McCants on February 4, 2019 - 7:49PM

For the first week of February 2019 we find ourselves dancing in the rain behind the wheel of 2019 Acura RDX A-Spec SH-AWD. Read why I’d buy one.

Zdung Ho Dodge Charger Hellcat Wheels Up Launch

Hellcat Charger Runs a 9.21 with a Stock Engine, No Nitrous

By Patrick Rall on February 4, 2019 - 4:55PM

The Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat owned, driven and tuned by Zdung Ho is the quickest blower-only example of the supercharged super-sedan, running a 9.21 at nearly 150 miles per hour with more boost, more fuel, some weight reduction and great engine tune.

Prius Sales Fell Off A Cliff In January - Was It Tesla, Or Could This Be The Real Reason Why?

By John Goreham on February 4, 2019 - 3:18PM

Toyota Prius sales declined at the fastest rate in a decade in January. Maybe the reason isn't what we all assume.

What does Jaguar I-Pace offer that Tesla does not?

2019 Jaguar I-Pace - What It Offers That Tesla Models Do Not

By John Goreham on February 4, 2019 - 12:28PM

We tested the battery electric vehicle Jaguar I-Pace this week and looked for things that Jaguar includes in its new crossover that Tesla does not offer. The list is pretty long.

2013 Subaru Crosstrek, Impreza, BRZ, massive Subaru engine recall

Patience Needed: Massive Subaru Recall Could Take Until 2020 To Be Completed

By Denis Flierl on February 4, 2019 - 6:45AM

Subaru is recalling certain Crosstrek, Impreza, BRZ models due to a faulty valve spring in the engine. Scion FR-S is recalled by Toyota. If your vehicle is on the list, it could take over a year to get repairs done.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek vs new Subaru Impreza, specs, features, AWD

New Subaru Crosstrek Vs Impreza; Which Compact Hatch Belongs In Your Garage?

By Denis Flierl on February 3, 2019 - 8:40AM

The Subaru Impreza 5-Door Hatch vs the new Crosstrek. Which car is a better choice for urban-dwellers?

From Jalopnik.com man caught sleeping in Tesla

Driving Distracted While AutoPilot, and the Dangerous Brinksmanship that Goes With It

By Al Castro on February 3, 2019 - 5:45AM

ANALYSIS AND OPINION: I wonder if the people who are caught red handed being “distracted while AutoPilot” realize how lucky they are they got away with their crime. Unlike the people who I last wrote about who face the wrath of the NTSB and the courts for their tort who proclaim “my Tesla did it, not me,” “driving distracted while AutoPilot” is a crime of reckless endangerment, and most are getting away with it without realizing it.

Koenigsegg To Introduce $1.5 Million ‘Entry-Level’ Supercar

By Marc Stern on February 2, 2019 - 9:06PM

Supercar manufacturer Koenigsegg, whose production has maxxed out its facility, and Chinese carmaker NEVS have agreed to build a new "entry-level" supercar. The cost will be only $1.5 million.

2020 Subaru BRZ/Toyota 86, BRZ turbo, next-generation model

Put Nasty Rumors To Rest; Next-Gen Subaru BRZ/Toyota 86 Is A Done Deal

By Denis Flierl on February 2, 2019 - 11:04AM

We can put those nasty rumors to rest that Subaru and Toyota will ax the BRZ and 86 sports coupe. Fans will see a second-generation model.

2019 Subaru Forester, cargo, features, specs, new Forester

Customers Are Captured By New Subaru Forester’s Magic

By Denis Flierl on February 2, 2019 - 7:31AM

Customers are responding to the all-new 2019 Subaru Forester in a big way. What’s its magic?

2020 Subaru Legacy, new Legacy sedan, Chicago Auto Show

2020 Subaru Legacy; 5 Significant Upgrades, One Major Change Is Coming

By Denis Flierl on February 1, 2019 - 7:01AM

Subaru teases the all-new 2020 Subaru Legacy sedan before its world debut at the 2019 Chicago Auto Show. Here’s a sneak preview.

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