Automotive News (Page 491)

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.

Driving the 2019 Toyota Prius with AWD-e.

Here’s What the Experts Say About Driving the 2019 Toyota Prius With All-Wheel Drive

By John Goreham on December 18, 2018 - 11:25AM

The media launch of the new 2019 Toyota Prius AWD-e has been completed. Here is what the folks who drove the car say about it.

Subaru Files U.S. Patent For WRX STI S209; Is It Coming To U.S. Shores?

By Denis Flierl on December 18, 2018 - 7:13AM

Subaru filed a U.S. patent for a WRX STI S209 performance model. Does Subaru have a limited edition WRX STI S209 planned for U.S. performance fans?

You’d Think One Scandal Would Be Enough For An Automaker, But …

By Marc Stern on December 17, 2018 - 7:04PM

Volkswagen has for nearly the last three years been fighting the diesel emissions scandal known as Dieselgate. It has cost the automaker nearly $30 billion. So you think, the carmaker would not want to expose itself to a new round of scandal, wouldn't you? Apparently, it's not a big issue with VW as it may be sellng uncertified cars to consumers, a definite no-no.

Mid-Engine Chevrolet Corvette Delayed by Electical Issues

By Patrick Rall on December 17, 2018 - 5:17PM

We were surprised to learn last week that the long-awaited mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette would not debut in next month’s Detroit Auto Show and it might not arrive for any of the big shows early in 2019, as GM Authority is reporting that the mid-engine American sports car has been delayed six months.

Toyota Prius sales drop by half - where did they go?

Toyota's Prius Sales Are Now Half of What They Were In 2015 - Here's Where Those Sales Went

By John Goreham on December 17, 2018 - 1:26PM

The Prius is now selling at exactly half the rate it was in 2015. Here's a quick rundown of where those Prius customers have gone.

Woman tries to put gas in Tesla - Video.

Tesla Video Of Woman Trying to Gas Up A Model S - Real or Fake? Vote Here

By John Goreham on December 17, 2018 - 12:16PM

A newly posted vidoe shows a woman trying to fuel up a Model S. Real or fake - vote here.

Honda Recalls Pilot, Ridgeline Models For Side-Curtain Airbag Issue

By Marc Stern on December 17, 2018 - 9:53AM

Honda has recalled a number of 2019 Ridgeline pickups and Pilot SUVs to fix a problem with side-curtain airbags. A vendor told the automaker that a number of center panels were incorrectly drilled so that side-curtain airbag deployment could be affected. Honda will replace the out of spec parts with new ones.

Tesla Model S similar to the 12/31/14 caught fire courtesy Tesla media. A frunk Courtesy tesa forums. A lith ion combustion courtesy YouTube.

Firearms Onboard a Tesla Should be Holstered or in a Locked Case, Not Discharged through a Battery Pack

By Al Castro on December 17, 2018 - 9:15AM

ANALYSIS AND OPINION: Attention military, law enforcement, security, and/or hunters who validly possess a firearm, or anyone else with the gall to carry a firearm illegally: the chances of your battery electric vehicle catching fire from a purposeful or accidental firearms discharge through the battery pack are much greater than if pierced through a gas tank. Read this story now coming to light about a 2014 Tesla S to find out why.

Why Girls Fall Madly In Love With The Hot Subaru WRX

By Denis Flierl on December 17, 2018 - 8:08AM

The Subaru WRX sports car is known as a boy racer, but girls love the performance cars too.

Arizona Doesn't Like Waymo Self-Drivers; It Really Doesn't

By Marc Stern on December 16, 2018 - 9:23PM

With 21 reports of assaults against it in the last two years, Waymo is pushing ahead with its self-driving tests. The assaults have ranged from slashed tires to sticks, and finally someone trying to block their way. It's an interesting situation.

2020 Subaru BRZ/Toyota 86, Toyota MR2 revival, BRZ turbo

Rumor: New Toyota/Subaru MR2 Hybrid, 2.4L Turbo BRZ/86

By Denis Flierl on December 16, 2018 - 8:08AM

The Subaru boxer engine is in high demand. This time it’s rumored for a Toyota MR2 revival and a second-generation 2.4-liter turbo BRZ/86 launch.

Another SUV/Coupe Will Appear Next Year. Which One Is It?

By Marc Stern on December 15, 2018 - 11:09PM

Volkswagen will bring a variant of the popular and successful Atlas crossover lineup to market next year when the Atlas Cross Sport appears. The new model is a sporty, two-row crossover.

2019 Subaru Forester, cargo, features, specs

What Crazy Cargo Will You Carry In Your New Subaru Forester?

By Denis Flierl on December 15, 2018 - 8:08AM

The new 2019 Subaru Forester gets an expanded cargo area and easier-to-use power rear gate. What crazy things will you carry in your Forester or small SUV?

2019 Kia K900 AWD Review - A Bold Move Into a Small Segment

By John Goreham on December 14, 2018 - 3:27PM

Kia's K900 is new for 2019. We test this full-size luxury car and find it has a lot to offer for an exclusive list of shoppers.

Newest NASCAR Ford Mustang is Actually Shaped like the Production Car

By Patrick Rall on December 14, 2018 - 11:35AM

Ford Performance introduced the world to the 2019 Ford Mustang race car that will participate in NASCAR’s Monster Energy Cup Series next year, marking the first time that the Mustang and Camaro will go head-to-head in the association’s big leagues, and it actually looks like the production car – up front, anyway.

2019 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, best deals, best lease and financing holiday deals

Best Subaru Holiday Deals And Special Offers

By Denis Flierl on December 14, 2018 - 8:22AM

If you are thinking about buying a new Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek or Ascent for the holidays, here are the best deals.

Haartz tops cover the most exciting vehicles.

What Do the New BMW 8 Series, BMW Z4 and Jeep Gladiator All Have In Common With the Mazda Miata?

By John Goreham on December 13, 2018 - 4:20PM

These exciting and award-winning soft-top convertible vehicles all share one critical detail.

Stefan Warnemo’s 1969 Chevrolet Camaro X11

December Camaro of the Month: Stefan Warnemo's Swedish 1969 X11 SS/RS

By Patrick Rall on December 13, 2018 - 12:13PM

The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for December 2018, the winner is the gorgeous 1969 Chevrolet Camaro X11 SS/RS, owned by Swedish resident Stefan Warnemo.

New Takata Airbag Recalls Keep Coming For These Toyota and Lexus Models

By John Goreham on December 13, 2018 - 10:40AM

The Takata airbag fiasco continues to bite Toyota and Lexus owners. Is your car, Truck, or SUV on this latest list of recalled vehicles?

2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester, best collision repair, best auto body shop

Why Subaru Isn’t Your Ordinary Car Company

By Denis Flierl on December 13, 2018 - 8:25AM

You want your wrecked Subaru Forester, Outback or Crosstrek fixed right, but why is it important to Subaru? Subaru isn’t your ordinary car company.

MEB Platform exampleIf you have been following the new vehicles coming from Volkswagen, you may have noticed the recurring reference to the MEB platform. It is the platform underlying the new generation of electric cars using the same fundamental underpinnings. Indeed, it is interesting to note the ways that Volkswagen has already used the platform. Among the many uses already seen for the platform, it is the basis for a new family for vehicles – the I.D. series. To illustrate the versatility of the MEB, VW

Volkswagen MEB Platform Wins 2019 AVT ACES Awards

By Marc Stern on December 13, 2018 - 12:17AM

Volkswagen has been honored with an AVT ACES Award for its flexible MEB electric vehicle platform. The MEB platform can be used for vehicles ranging from hatchbacks to SUVs, like the VW I.D. family of vehicles.

Mid-Engine Chevrolet Corvette Will Not Debut Next Month in Detroit

By Patrick Rall on December 12, 2018 - 9:58AM

A new report with input from General Motors has stated that the mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette will not make its grand debut at next month’s 2019 North American International Auto Show in Detroit – meaning that we will all be waiting even longer for what could be the next generation of the legendary American sports car.

2020 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation Subaru WRX STI, New STI

4 Upgrades You’ll See On The Next-Generation Subaru WRX STI, One You Won’t

By Denis Flierl on December 12, 2018 - 8:27AM

Subaru will launch the all-new WRX STI in 2020 but it needs significant upgrades. There are five upgrades that will keep performance fans happy.

2019 Daytona 500 to Feature 2019 Chevy Silverado and Dale Jr.

By Mary Conway on December 11, 2018 - 11:43PM

The 2019 Daytona 500 will bring back one of NASCAR's favorite drivers. Dale Earnhardt Jr. will be driving the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado as the pace vehicle.

VW, CEO Deny Knowledge of Diesel Cheating, But …

By Marc Stern on December 11, 2018 - 4:27PM

Volkswagen's Chairman Hans Dieter Poetsch has denied having early notice of the Dieselgate scandal and the automaker continues to say the same thing as reports surface to the contrary.

Ford's 2019 Ranger will have same combined MPG as Chevy's diesel truck.

2019 Ford Ranger Will Have Same Combined MPG Rating As Chevy's Colorado Duramax Diesel

By John Goreham on December 11, 2018 - 3:16PM

Ford has announced that its new 2019 Ranger will have the same MPG Combined ratings as the diesel Colorado and Canyon.

Camaro Chief Engineer Moved to EV Program

By Patrick Rall on December 11, 2018 - 11:28AM

Perhaps the most shocking move by General Motors last week was reassigning Camaro chief engineer Al Oppenheiser to the company’s electric vehicle program, taking him away from the muscle car program that he has led since the Camaro returned for 2010.

New Lincoln buyer is happy after switching from Lexus.

Family Switches From Lexus RX to Lincoln MKC - 6 Month Follow Up

By John Goreham on December 11, 2018 - 11:03AM

We check in a Lincoln buyer that we highlighted in July to see how the switch from Lexus RX to Lincoln MKC has been going.

The Date of 60kWh Nissan Leaf's Debut Is Known, but Without Liquid-Cooling

By Armen Hareyan on December 11, 2018 - 8:48AM

Some German automotive reporters have gathered information about the date when the new 60kWh Nissan Leaf will debut and we already know why the 2019 Leaf didn't debut at the LA Auto Show. However, there seems to be a little disappointment that it will be without liquid-cooling. Many EV drivers were waiting for this feature that the Bolt has.

2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester, MPG, Cargo room, comparison

Compare New Subaru Forester With Competition’s MPG And Cargo Room

By Denis Flierl on December 11, 2018 - 7:53AM

The 2019 Subaru Forester gets upgrades in interior volume and fuel mileage. How does it compare with the competition?

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