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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.

Why Aren't Family Cars More Family-Friendly?

By John Goreham on July 16, 2018 - 8:06PM

If you've ever been a parent you know that family cars are far from family friendly. Here are a few suggestions and best practices every family car should incorporate.

Drone Picture of Volkswagen's Chattanooga Plant

By Armen Hareyan on July 16, 2018 - 5:56PM

Dodge Charger Most Commonly-Searched Classic Car

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2018 - 5:32PM

The team at ClassicCars.com has announced that the most commonly-searched car in their most recent collection of data was the 1969 Dodge Charger, with the Mopar muscle car beating last year’s winner – the Ford Mustang – by a narrow margin.

Hope fades for 2019 Fiat 124 Spider power bump.

Hopes For A Fiat 124 Spider Power Bump For 2019 Fade

By John Goreham on July 16, 2018 - 5:03PM

We have been closely watching for clues that Fiat will follow Mazda's Miata example and bump up the power of the 124 Spider. Here's why we are losing hope.

Will Elon Musk's Latest Controversy Be a Tipping Point, or Are We In For More Crazy From Tesla's CEO?

By John Goreham on July 16, 2018 - 4:10PM

Elon Musk has resorted to name calling when his ego isn't properly boosted. Just how much weirder can Tesla's CEO's extracurricular activities get?

Porsche Recalls Some Panamera Models To Repair Rear Suspension Link

By Marc Stern on July 16, 2018 - 8:04AM

Porsche has recalled 715 Panamera models to repair a potential problem with the rear suspension.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Rallycross (ARX) results, Circuit of the Americas

3 Car Subaru WRX STI Team Can’t Get It Going in Austin

By Denis Flierl on July 16, 2018 - 7:24AM

Subaru can’t get it going in the new ARX Rallycross series. See why they missed the podium again.

The Take Down of the $35,000 Model 3 and Its Meaning to Tesla: Analysis and Opinion

By Al Castro on July 16, 2018 - 2:28AM

Tesla Inc was smart for itself by taking down the mystery $35,000 price for a model version some have long been waiting for, hadn’t yet been built, not sure if it will ever exist, and that they were never really in a position to offer. They need to worry about surviving first, and you do that by making money. Period.

Competitors battle it out in TexasThey are again! Scott Speed and Tanner Foust, drivers for the Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross effort, are swapping leads and taking advantage of each other’s miscues to increase the team’s Championship lead. They are also upping their own totals in the race for the individual winner. <strong>Almost Perfect Weekend</strong> Speed completed a near-perfect weekend by claiming his first victory of the year, ahead of his teammate. Tanner Foust, on the other hand, worked hard to

Speed, Foust Battle In Texas ARX Rallycross Event

By Marc Stern on July 15, 2018 - 11:57PM

Scott Speed and Tanner Foust continued their competition as the Volkswagen ARX Rallycross team bumped its way through COTA.

100 Years of Bentley Leaves a Silver Seraph We’d Like to Forget and a Mulsanne to Always Remember

By Al Castro on July 15, 2018 - 8:52PM

January 18, 2019 marks the centennial year for Bentley Motors Ltd., and contrary to how things started, they truly do have a lot to celebrate about, starting with their history, and a 2019 Bentley Mulsanne W.O. Mulliner Special Edition I wish I had in my garage, certainly I’ll be looking to add to my diecast car collection.

Hyundai Sonata Sport + Takes the Affordable Sedan up a Notch

By Parks McCants on July 15, 2018 - 7:28PM

We’ve all driven the entry level sedan, hatchback and crossover trying to convince yourself and significant others that it’s good enough, we’ll make do, and, perhaps next time. No more. Hyundai Sonata Sport + comes to market with little sacrifice.

Acura MDX Sport Hybrid Brings Affordable Performance to 3 Row SUV Segment

By Parks McCants on July 15, 2018 - 6:19PM

We spend a week behind the wheel of 2019 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid A-Spec and walk away by the “Sport” side of Acura’s best selling 3-row SUV.

2019 Subaru Ascent, New Subaru SUV, 3-Row SUV, Tribeca

3 Reasons Why New Subaru Ascent Won’t Be a Bust Like Tribeca

By Denis Flierl on July 15, 2018 - 7:55AM

Subaru learned their lesson well with the discontinued Tribeca, See how Subaru didn’t make the same mistakes with the new Ascent.

Audi Debuts Factory E-Prix Team, E-Tron SUV at NYC E-Prix

By Marc Stern on July 14, 2018 - 10:07PM

As the Formula E series comes down to the wire in New York City, Audi's factory team finds itself in second place but within an easy shot of number one.

2018 Honda Accord Offers 3 Exceptional Drive Options

By Parks McCants on July 14, 2018 - 5:56PM

The latest generation Honda Accord comes on the scene with more than its fair share of media generated controversy. Too big, too refined, too edgy of design, and too expensive! Yet, there’s little arguing the fact that Honda breached the sub-premium compact segment mold with Accord. Price point is just the leading line in this story.

Has Tesla Scared Fiat Into Building Electric Cars?

By Dean McManis on July 14, 2018 - 1:25PM

It looks like Fiat is finally going to build some electric cars after all. For those of you who have been watching the auto industry, it was clear that Fiat (and Chrysler) had been trailing all of the other major automakers in having any plan for electrification of their cars. There was no hint of any interest in building competitive EVs, and in fact their CEO Sergio Marchionne suggested that buyers skip buying their Fiat 500e, because they were losing $10,000 on each one sold.

2020 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation Subaru WRX STI

Performance Fans Will Jump For Subaru’s New “Bolder” WRX/STI Design

By Denis Flierl on July 14, 2018 - 7:30AM

Subaru says the next-generation WRX STI will get a “bolder” design. See what Subaru’s new boss is thinking.

Autonomous 1965 Ford Mustang Nearly Crashes Several Times at Goodwood

By Patrick Rall on July 13, 2018 - 12:14PM

A self-driving 1965 Ford Mustang took to the curvy course of the Goodwood Hill Climb yesterday to show off the advancements in autonomous technology, but the first run nearly ended in disaster, forcing a human to take control several times in order to keep the classic pony car on track.

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

See How You Can Win a Free 2019 Subaru Ascent Adventure Vehicle

By Denis Flierl on July 13, 2018 - 7:51AM

Subaru is looking for adventure seekers as the new 2019 Ascent 3-Row hits the road this summer. See how you can win a free Ascent.

2018 Ford Mustang GT for EAA AirVenture with Gittin

Vaughn Gittin Jr Discusses the Military Tribute Mustang GT

By Patrick Rall on July 12, 2018 - 6:57PM

About a month ago, we brought you the news of the latest Ford Mustang that had been specially designed for the EAA AirVenture event and today, we bring you a closer look at that uniquely-crafted pony car with help from the Ford team and drift champ Vaughn Gittin Jr.

The Electric Mini Cooper is Finally Scheduled for Production, But I Don’t Appear Excited

By Al Castro on July 12, 2018 - 6:49PM

BMW unveils an all-electric version of the classic Mini - its third electric Mini concept. BMW is tight lipped with details, but the Mini-E BEV will go into production November next year. After 10 years of waiting for a Mini production car, its time has come finally.

Who Will Top Season’s Second Rallycross Event?

By Marc Stern on July 12, 2018 - 4:06PM

After a nearly missing the traditional start to the Rallycross season, the ARX season made up for a delay with a thrilling race in a new setting, England. Now, it readies for its first U.S. event in Houston.

Miata owners drive their car more than other sports car owners.

Whose Owners Drive Their Fun Car More? Mazda Miata, Chevy Corvette, or Porsche 911

By John Goreham on July 12, 2018 - 12:37PM

A new study shows that one of these three cars is driven a lot more by its owner than the other two. Which is your guess?

2019 Dodge Durango: Integrated Trailer Brake, Harman Kardon Sound, Sportier GT

By Patrick Rall on July 12, 2018 - 12:33PM

Dodge pulled the wraps off of the 2019 Durango today and while there is no huge news for the new model year, there are a handful of changes that should draw in more buyers in the coming months – the best of which is the available 19-speak Harman Kardon sound system.

Cadillac's Pricing Problem and Buick's Potential Rebranding Opportunity with Velite 6 and Enspire

By Dean McManis on July 12, 2018 - 11:18AM

Velite 6 and Enspire definitely could be comeback vehicles for Buick in the United States.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek, new Crosstrek plug-in-hybrid, Crosstrek PHEV

How Subaru’s New Boss Taps Toyota to Rebuild Customer Trust

By Denis Flierl on July 12, 2018 - 7:25AM

Subaru has a new boss and he’s using Toyota Motor to improve quality, bring new EVs to market and most importantly rebuild customer trust.

Europe T-Cross The I’s and T-Roc The T’s With VW’s New SUV Family

By Marc Stern on July 11, 2018 - 8:24PM

Okay, so the headline on this story is a bit on the punny side, but, you have to admit with names like the T-Roc and the T-Cross, you can certainly see why puns may be the order of the day for these vehicles.

Maserati’s Upcoming Lineup Includes Electrics. All Photos Courtesy FCA Websites

Better Late than Never: FCA Chrysler Details their EV Plans, Finally

By Al Castro on July 11, 2018 - 7:19PM

Sergio Marchionne, CEO of FCA Chrysler laid out a 5 Year Plan to investors in Italy last month that will be his swan song before leaving in April 2019. Investors were eager to know what his plans were to electrify the entire portfolio. He gave few details other than throwing money and some numbers. But this week he leaves it to his minions at Maserati and Alfa Romeo to hash the details as to how the Ítalo-American auto company will become electrified.

Thinking Outside the Box - Can You Top This Mazda Miata Owner's Cargo Storage Trailer Rig?

By John Goreham on July 11, 2018 - 1:39PM

Torque News spotted this clever Mazda Miata owner on his way to do some kayaking. Have you ever seen a better Miata storage solution?

Prius scores high on list of vehicles with most annual miles.

Toyota Prius Scores Very High On List of Older Cars With Most Annual Miles

By John Goreham on July 11, 2018 - 12:00PM

The Toyota Prius is well-known as a high-mileage car. Here is more data to support that fact.

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