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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.

Tuners Coax 45 More HP from Baby GTI

By Marc Stern on August 9, 2018 - 10:15PM

A tuning firm, B&B Automobiletechnik, has managed a huge jump in power for the smallest member of the Golf GTI family. The Up! GTI has had its power raised from 100 horsepower to 145 horsepower. Of course, it took a lot of work and added equipment. Here's how they did it.

Instagram Rendering NexGen Model S, Model 3 Cabin Like Model S, Safety Cage Model S

Another Instagram Artist Strikes Again for Us to Contemplate What Changes Should Come on Model S

By Al Castro on August 9, 2018 - 8:27PM

Like it was a few weeks ago when a Spanish designer took to Instagram to show his render of a proposed Tesla Semi 8 RV Camper, another artist has given us his vision of what a Tesla Model S next generation might look like with the present generation before its retirement sometime in 2021.

Taxpayers subsidize America's top-selling luxury car, the Model 3 from Tesla.

America Now Provides Taxpayer Subsidies To Wealthy Buyers Of the Most Popular Luxury Car Sold In the Country, The Tesla Model 3

By John Goreham on August 9, 2018 - 11:49AM

A funny fact has emerged now that the Tesla Model 3 is America's top-selling luxury car. Taxpayers are subsidizing the price of the car regardless of the buyer's wealth.

August Camaro of the Month: Greg Dunkin's 1969 with LS9 Power

By Patrick Rall on August 9, 2018 - 11:34AM

The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for August 2018 is the LS9-powered 1969 Chevrolet Camaro shown above, owned by Gregg Dunkin.

2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester, 2019 Outback, 2019 Crosstrek

How Trump Tariff Impacts Subaru Customers More Than Toyota, Nissan, Honda

By Denis Flierl on August 9, 2018 - 9:27AM

Subaru is at greater risk because of the Trump Tariffs. See how they impact Subaru customers more than Toyota, Nissan, Honda.

Buick driver demonstrates how new speed pass works

Buick Expands Connectivity, Makes Refueling as Easy as Pushing a Button

By Mary Conway on August 8, 2018 - 11:30PM

Buick is now giving drivers the ability to pay for their gasoline by pushing a button on their infotainment screen. No need for credit card or cash, just push the button and start pumping.

MINI USA Meets Mid-Summer With Introduction of New Special Edition MINI 2 Hardtop

By Dom Kabas on August 8, 2018 - 10:39PM

If you were in the marked for something flashy, stylish and yet fun to drive, don’t miss out on this new limited production MINI John Cooper Works Hardtop.

Ford Builds the 10,000,000th Mustang

By Patrick Rall on August 8, 2018 - 12:52PM

This morning, the 10,000,000th Ford Mustang rolled off of the assembly line at the Flat Rock, Michigan facility, marking an incredible milestone for the legendary American performance car that has become the world’s bestselling sporty car.

July Hellcat of the Month: The Epling Garage 007 Challenger

By Patrick Rall on August 8, 2018 - 10:52AM

The July 2018 Hellcat of the Month as picked by the members of the SRT Hellcat and Demon Facebook Group is the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat shown above, owned by Leon Epling and raced by his son, Jason – making this Mopar muscle car a family affair.

Will Loyal Customers Give New Subaru Forester Enough Love?

By Denis Flierl on August 8, 2018 - 8:03AM

Subaru Corp needs the new 2019 Forester to show up big as consumers wait for the new model. Will loyal customers give it enough love?

NASCAR's CEO Takes Indefinite Leave After Drug and DUI Arrest

By Mary Conway on August 7, 2018 - 11:03PM

NASCAR announced that CEO Brian France will take an indefinite leave of absence after France was picked up for Driving While Intoxicated and police apparently found drugs on him. TMZ sports broke the story. The big story is what happens next.

Speed, Foust Click And Have A Great 1-2 Finish

By Marc Stern on August 7, 2018 - 8:29PM

The Volkswagen Andretti team of Scott Speed and Tanner Foust stood 1-2 on the podium during the weekend's ARX Rallycross race at Trois Riviers.

2019 Ford Ranger Configurator Goes Live Early - Here's What It Revealed

By John Goreham on August 7, 2018 - 4:43PM

The online configurator for the all-new 2019 Ford Ranger went live for a bit today. The actual launch is scheduled fo next week. Here are some hints at what folks saw.

IIHS compares Tesla's Autopilot to competitors' systems

IIHS Compares Tesla's Driver Automation To BMW's, Mercedes', & Volvo's - How'd Tesla Do?

By John Goreham on August 7, 2018 - 4:15PM

IIHS has completed an initial study of Tesla's Autopilot and level 2 driver automation systems. Here's how Tesla compared.

Did Elon Musk really say Tesla might go private?

Trading of Tesla Stock Halted After Apparent Tweet From Musk About Taking Tesla Private - No Word From Musk Confirming or Denying Validity

By John Goreham on August 7, 2018 - 2:42PM

After tweets appeared on Elon Musk's twitter account about possibly taking the company private, confusion ensues. Trading halted.

2019 Hennessey Heritage Edition Ford Mustang

Hennessey's 10000th Vehicle is a Surprisingly Affordable Supercharged Ford Mustang

By Patrick Rall on August 7, 2018 - 11:32AM

John Hennessey and his Texas-based tuning shop is best known for building high performance Chevrolet and Dodge products, but the company hit the 10,000-vehicle mark with a Ford Mustang – one which features a design that is available immediately for purchase in limited numbers.

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.

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