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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.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Rallycross (ARX) results, Trois Rivieres, Jacques Villeneuve

Subaru WRX STI Makes Progress, Fails To Get On the Podium

By Denis Flierl on August 7, 2018 - 7:59AM

The three Subaru WRX STI Rallycross Supercars makes progress in ARX but no podium finish.

Ron Capps Drives His Dodge Charger Funny Car to Career Win #60

By Patrick Rall on August 6, 2018 - 12:45PM

After losing in the final round in each of the two events leading up to the CatSpot NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways, Ron Capps and his Dodge Charger R/T funny car beat Courtney Force in the finals this past weekend to grab his second win of the season and the 60th win of his career.

New radar system makes Ford Ranger safer when towing.

2019 Ford Ranger Uses Radar To Make Towing Safer and Easier

By John Goreham on August 6, 2018 - 12:40PM

Ford's new blind spot trailer monitoring system will help make towing safer.

Lexus and Toyota dominate list of most reliable CPO cars.

Toyota & Lexus Dominate List of Most Reliable Certified Pre-Owned Cars

By John Goreham on August 6, 2018 - 11:44AM

In a new study half of the top eight most reliable cars come from Toyota and Lexus.

Ford Ranger Takes On Mercedes X-Class, VW Amarok, Toyota Hilux in Australia - How'd It Do?

By John Goreham on August 6, 2018 - 11:22AM

Can the aging Ranger in the Asia Pacific Market hold its own against the newer international midsize trucks?

2019 Subaru Ascent, New Subaru SUV, 3-Row SUV, eBird app, bird watching

New Subaru Ascent App Is For the Birds

By Denis Flierl on August 6, 2018 - 8:00AM

If you are into birds, the new Subaru ascent 3-Row family hauler is the vehicle for you. See what Subaru is offering bird watchers.

e.Home e-Camper exterior, truck cab by Iveco

e.Home Offers an e-Solution to Long Term Off-Grid Camping: Solar Electric

By Al Castro on August 6, 2018 - 2:04AM

We continue our series of reports on EV camping, an industry taking off like wildfire in both the retirement and surprisingly Millennial demographics. In this story I will address the challenges of what EV campers face once they get to their camp site.

Detroit Keeps Grand Prix, Creates Momentum for New Auto Show Dates

By Mary Conway on August 5, 2018 - 11:33PM

Detroit leaders have voted to keep the Belle Isle Grand Prix for at least three more years, revving up excitement in June for the new North American International Auto Show. NAIAS is moving to June in 2020.

Toyota Prius Gets More Love Than New Subaru WRX/STI

By Denis Flierl on August 5, 2018 - 8:07AM

According to J.D. Power, the Toyota Prius gets more love from new owners than the Subaru WRX/STI. Has excitement for the WRX/STI left the building?

Just Introduced, Audi Is Already Planning An RS Version Of The Q3

By Marc Stern on August 4, 2018 - 4:12PM

With Audi's new Q3 creating quite a stir, there's a new report that a new RS model of the Q3 is in the planning stage and should be delivered sometime in the 2019 sales year.

2019 Subaru Outback features, standard EyeSight,

Is Subaru Outback Losing It’s Game? Sales Drop Again In 2018

By Denis Flierl on August 4, 2018 - 8:09AM

The Subaru Outback is the brand's number one selling nameplate, but it slipped again. Is Outback losing its game?

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Crosstrek, Car and Driver Editor’s Choice Award

New Subaru Crosstrek Scores Car and Driver Editor’s Choice Award

By Denis Flierl on August 3, 2018 - 4:28PM

Subaru Crosstrek earns Car and Driver Editor’s Choice Award. See why it’s a top pick for consumers.

Ford Trucks Had Another Bangin Month in July

By Patrick Rall on August 3, 2018 - 12:46PM

The entire lineup of Ford trucks and vans had a great month in July, up 10.2% from the same month last year as the F-Series continues to grow and as the big vans saw their numbers double from one year ago.

Ram Recalls 2015-2017 Trucks for Troublesome Tailgate Latches

By Patrick Rall on August 3, 2018 - 12:05PM

FCA is recalling roughly 1.15-million Ram trucks in the United States over a concern that the tailgate could unexpectedly pop open when the vehicle is in motion – potentially creating hazardous conditions for other drivers if cargo begins falling out of the bed at speed.

Harley Davidson Electric Motorcycle - Large 1200x900

Harley Davidson Caves to Millennials with EV Motorcycles

By Al Castro on August 3, 2018 - 11:05AM

Finding themselves in the same situation they were ironically in back in the 1970’s facing record loses toward bankruptcy, Harley Davidson, the storied motorcycle company had to swallow some bitter reality medicine and face up to changing times with a younger generation that the company turned off with motorcycles their fathers rode, and their Millennial sons (and daughters) never liked. And now here comes the Harley Davidson electric motorcycle.

2018 Porsche Panamera White Color Front View

Porsche Reports Increased Deliveries and Here Is The Best Selling Porsche Model

By Dom Kabas on August 3, 2018 - 10:00AM

As Volkswagen, Jaguar Land-Rover and Porsche report their sales and deliveries, let's look at the best selling Porsche model and the driving factors behind car makers' success.

2019 Subaru WRX STI, 2019 Subaru WRX, Series.Gray

New Subaru WRX/STI Loses Big Power; Drops 31 Percent

By Denis Flierl on August 3, 2018 - 7:12AM

The 2018 Subaru WRX/STI loses power in a big way. It leads the brand in sales drop.

2018 Mazda6 earns Top Safety Pick award.

2018 Mazda6 Earns Top Safety Pick Honors From IIHS

By John Goreham on August 2, 2018 - 5:10PM

The newly refreshed Mazda6 is a Top Safety pick from IIHS.

Nissan NV Electric Camper (top) and VW Buzz ID Bus (bottom)

Limited EV Camper Market Options Makes Tesla Create a Camper Mode for its Cars

By Al Castro on August 2, 2018 - 10:24AM

With all the fast paced changes occurring in the EV world from a Tented Model 3 to a Class 8 Mighty Tesla Semi RV Camper coached by Instagram, has unfortunately left EVers with an inescapable reality: this summer they’re left short handed with few camping vehicle options. What’s presently selling they’re not selling them here in the states. And Teslarites are taking the matter into their own hands.

2018 Ford Mustang GT with Performance Pack 2

Ford Mustang Beats Dodge Challenger in July Muscle Car Sales Race

By Patrick Rall on August 2, 2018 - 10:23AM

Sales numbers from July 2018 are in and for the 5th month in a row, the Ford Mustang is the bestselling muscle car (and the bestselling 2-door sporty car) in the United States – leading the Dodge Challenger by roughly 1,100 units.

2019 Nissan Frontier, new Frontier pickup

New Nissan Frontier Begins Production; Argentina Gets It Done Before U.S.

By Denis Flierl on August 2, 2018 - 7:52AM

Nissan begins building the new-generation 2019 Frontier, but Argentina gets it done before US.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Subaru Ascent, New Subaru SUV, 3-Row SUV

New Subaru Crosstrek, Ascent Deliver Big For the Brand

By Denis Flierl on August 2, 2018 - 7:18AM

The newly-redesigned Crosstrek and all-new Ascent 3-Row are delivering big for Subaru. See how they send the brand to another record.

Volkswagen Continues To Ride The Sales Wave To July Success

By Marc Stern on August 1, 2018 - 11:31PM

Volkswagen keeps moving from sales success to sales success as July 2018 saw more achievement that keep has kept the automaker having another sale victory

Why Buick is giving the 2019 Regal the Luxury Avenir Treatment

By Mary Conway on August 1, 2018 - 11:19PM

While other auto companies may be eliminating most of their sedans, Buick is giving one of their new 4-door sedans the luxury treatment. Buick has made an important discovery.

Ford Ranger tops most desired vehicle list.

Ford Ranger Is The Most Desired Vehicle In Which European Country?

By John Goreham on August 1, 2018 - 3:43PM

Americans are not the only ones who love pickup trucks as this new European vehicle survey found.

Prius Prime continues to be top-selling affordable electric vehicle.

Toyota Prius Prime Solidifies Lead In Affordable U.S. EV Sales With Impressive Staying Power

By John Goreham on August 1, 2018 - 1:31PM

The Toyota Prius Prime continues to out-sell every other affordable EV. However, its steady domination in the affordable EV class is overshadowed by Tesla's Model 3 sales news.

Tesla Model 3 deliveries double in July.

Tesla Model 3 Deliveries Leap Ahead In July Offering New Hope For Fans and Reservation Holders

By John Goreham on August 1, 2018 - 1:02PM

Tesla Model 3 deliveries more than double after two months at the same level.

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

Icon Jacques Villeneuve Makes Rallycross Return in Subaru WRX STI

By Denis Flierl on August 1, 2018 - 7:18AM

Subaru gets a new driver for the upcoming ARX Rallycross series at the Grand Prix de Trois-Rivieres. The motorsports icon has lots of experience.

VW Recalls 33,000 Golfs To Fix Worn Key Switch Problem

By Marc Stern on August 1, 2018 - 12:09AM

Volkswagen has recalled about 33,000 2015-18 Golfs to repair a problem with the ignition switch. It is possible that over time the contacts of the switch may become contaminated. This, in turn, can create a rollaway problem.

Honda Urban EV front side view 1200x900 size

Deciding Factors Whether Honda's New Urban EV Will Win People's Hearts

By Dom Kabas on July 31, 2018 - 12:01PM

Despite Tesla being busy sorting out their Model 3 production issues, electrified vehicle sales figures, especially driven by plug-in market, keep setting consecutive records in U.S. This month Honda Motors announced Honda Urban EV Concept was named ‘The Best Concept Car’ in the 2018 Car Design Award honors, as part of the Turin Motor Show. Honda might have a trick up its sleeve - Urban EV Concept is stylish and may become an EV people would actually want to buy.

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