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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.

After Dominating at Historic Lemans, Porsche is Poised for Success

By Max Marck on June 27, 2018 - 10:43AM

It's been 10 days since Porsche took the GTE class at Lemans with a 1-2 finish. With this substantial victory, Porsche is positioned as the points leader going into round 5 of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.

Pre-Owned Toyota Prius Is The Perfect Ride-Share Vehicle

By John Goreham on June 27, 2018 - 8:30AM

The Toyota Prius Hybrid has advantages other green cars don't share when it comes to ride-sharing.

What Tesla Wants To Do Is a Great Idea All The Carmakers Should Do

By Al Castro on June 27, 2018 - 8:25AM

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has his version of crowdsourcing. He tweeted that he was thinking of offering an extended Tesla factory tour option where you could help build part of a car & understand how they come together.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Safety, IIHS, EyeSight

Consumer Safety Could Be New Subaru Crosstrek’s X Factor

By Denis Flierl on June 27, 2018 - 7:50AM

Keeping consumers safe behind the wheel of the new 2019 Subaru Crosstrek is the brand’s top priority. See how safety could be its greatest attribute.

2018 Drive Revolution: 2018 Chrysler Pacifica PHEV voted Northwest Green Vehicle of the Year

By Parks McCants on June 26, 2018 - 11:59PM

After driving 18 electrified vehicles from the broadest segment sampling feasible in 6 hours, members of NWAPA (Northwest Automotive Press Association) voted Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Northwest Green Vehicle of the Year. Yes, the minivan, what?

Tesla Pickup Truck: Seriously Next Level Ideas

By Dean McManis on June 26, 2018 - 11:41PM

Today Elon Musk tweeted: "What would you love to see in a Tesla pickup truck? I have a few things in mind, but what do you think are small, but important nuances and what would be seriously next level?"

Personally, I think that Tesla should build two truck models.

Electric Sticker Shock: The Electric Vehicle Federal Tax Rebate Winds Down, and Mass Market EV Models Face a Quandary

By Al Castro on June 26, 2018 - 8:34PM

After all the auto makers went through earlier this year to save the federal $7500 EV tax credit to make their EVs affordable, they’re back at square one again, this time because they’re reaching the production goals set in the law that created the credit.

Mercedes PHEV Move Only Prolongs an Inevitable Problem

By Al Castro on June 26, 2018 - 5:01PM

Mercedes Benz's PHEV move is disappointing, but why do carmakers insist on PHEVs? There are three reasons for it.

Unlock and start your Prius with a dead key fob.

How To Unlock and Start Your Toyota Prius With a Dead Key Fob

By John Goreham on June 26, 2018 - 3:23PM

A dead key fob will not prevent you from entering and starting any modern automobile. Here's the trick to opening and then starting the Toyota Prius even with a dead fob.

Bentley Bentayga Crushes Record By 2 Minutes In Hill Climb

By Marc Stern on June 26, 2018 - 1:40PM

Following Volkswagen's historic win in an electric vehicle Sunday, the automaker's Bentley subsidiary also set a new market for SUVs. It, too, crushed it.

Corvette C7R Going Racing in China for the First Time

By Patrick Rall on June 26, 2018 - 11:28AM

Chevrolet has announced that the Corvette Racing program will end the 2018 season with a stop in China for the 6 Hours of Shanghai FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) race - marking the first time that a factory-backed Corvette has raced in Asia.

Tesla Ranks Second on Dream Car Survey... Behind a Mustang?

By Max Marck on June 26, 2018 - 11:07AM

A recent survey by a company called Gold Eagle asked participants about their dream cars. Among them were the Jeep Wrangler, Chevrolet Corvette and Camaro. But the top two cars make for interesting reading, as do the breakdowns for men and women. The latter showed strong preference for the Jeep Wrangler (81%), while the former went for the Tesla Model S (63%).

Audi, Porsche and Jaguar Are Finally Giving Tesla a Competition for an Interesting Reason

By Al Castro on June 26, 2018 - 10:18AM

Luxury car buyers don't want to be left behind and look for luxury electric cars. This forces luxury car makers like Audi, Porsche, Mercedes and Jaguar to finally give Tesla a real competition. Take a look at these interesting stats.

Hydrogen Cars in 2018: The Mirai, Clarity FC, and Nexo Charge Ahead

By Dean McManis on June 26, 2018 - 9:00AM

In concept, hydrogen cars sound like a perfect solution to reduce air pollution from commuter automobiles. How come we don't see hydrogen cars like the Toyota Mirai, Hyundai Nexo and Honda Clarity FC commonly on the roads?

Nissan Frontier Is Top Mid-Size Pickup in J.D. Power IQS Study Again

By Denis Flierl on June 26, 2018 - 8:16AM

The Nissan Frontier is tops in the J.D. Power IQS Study. It’s three years in-a-row for the mid-size pickup.

2019 Subaru Forester, new Forester, Forester colors

2019 Forester Offers 3 New Colors; No Cool Crosstrek Shades

By Denis Flierl on June 26, 2018 - 7:30AM

The all-new 2019 Subaru Forester gets three new colors. Why doesn’t Forester get cool shades like Crosstrek?

Changes Coming to 2019 Fiat 124 Spider - What To Expect And What Not To

By John Goreham on June 25, 2018 - 3:35PM

The 2019 Fiat Spider will have some changes. Here is what they will likely be.

2021 Ford Mustang Just Might Offer All-Wheel-Drive

By Patrick Rall on June 25, 2018 - 3:07PM

The next generation Ford Mustang is expected to arrive in the spring of 2020 for the 2021 model year on a new chassis platform and when it does, it could be the second American muscle car to offer all-wheel-drive – potentially looking to cut in on the market share of the all-wheel-drive Dodge Challenger.

Hagan's Dodge Charger Beats Force's Camaro in Norwalk

By Patrick Rall on June 25, 2018 - 2:25PM

Matt Hagan and his Dodge Charger got win #2 on the season this past weekend in Norwalk, Ohio, beating current series leader Courtney Force and her Camaro in the final round after knocking off two of his three Don Schumacher Racing teammates in the early rounds.

Watch the new Ford Ranger Raptor in pre-production testing.

Watch New Ford Ranger Raptor Launch In Mountain Testing

By John Goreham on June 25, 2018 - 2:22PM

The new Ford Ranger Raptor is new undergoing pre-production testing in Australia and America.

Mazda Is Most Improved Brand In New 2018 J.D. Power Quality Study

By John Goreham on June 25, 2018 - 1:46PM

No other brand has seen as much initial quality improvement as Mazda according to J.D. Power & Associates.

Porsche's New Deal with Rimac Gives It a New Advantage - Watch Out, Tesla

By Max Marck on June 25, 2018 - 11:21AM

Porsche recently revealed its upcoming all-electric sports car is to be called the Taycan. The performance numbers are quite impressive, and the already expansive resources which Porsche AG made use of make the car likely to be well made and shockingly quick. But now, Porsche has invested in Croation electric supercar creators Rimac, a company whose rocket-like vehicles may make Porsche an EV heavy-hitter.

2018 Subaru, Levorg, BTCC, Croft, Ash Sutton

Subaru Levorg Takes One-Two BTCC Win as Sutton Defends Title

By Denis Flierl on June 25, 2018 - 8:25AM

Subaru Levorg’s score one-two in first BTCC race of the season. Can Sutton repeat as Champion in 2018?

Subaru WRX STI, Subaru Fuel-Mileage Scandal

Subaru Fuel-Mileage Scandal Leaves Top Boss With a Big Mess To Clean Up

By Denis Flierl on June 25, 2018 - 7:28AM

Subaru’s chief takes an early exit after a shareholders meeting on Friday. See what mess he has to mop up.

VW ID R racer does it at Pikes Peak hill climb

VW I.D. R Racer Tears Up Record Books in Successful Pikes Peak Challenge

By Marc Stern on June 24, 2018 - 6:19PM

Volkswagen has done it. After all of the teasers and development advance stories, the new I.D. R racer set out to take the speed record for the Pikes Peak Hill Climb and it did.

Today’s the Day: We Will Finally Know if VW Takes Pikes Peak Record

By Marc Stern on June 24, 2018 - 9:14AM

It all comes down to today. As Volkswagen prepares its I.D. R Pikes Peak challenger, the automaker hopes to set a bit of history with a new record mark for electric cars.

2018 Subaru Outback, 10 Best Family Cars by Parents Magazine and Edmunds

Subaru Outback Named One of Australia’s Best Cars; What’s  In It For Families

By Denis Flierl on June 24, 2018 - 7:11AM

The Subaru Outback gets more awards in Australia. See what's in it for families.

Why 2019 Insight is Honda’s Answer to the perfect Compact 4-Door Sedan

By Parks McCants on June 23, 2018 - 7:36PM

It’s not often that a major manufacturer delivers a superior car or light truck these days for less than $23,000. Honda’s 2019 Insight hybrid is the maker’s answer to the perfect compact 4-door sedan. However, there’s a heck of a lot more going on here than fuel economy.

2018 Jaguar XF Sportbrake S AWD; Low-Slung and Handsome

By Denis Flierl on June 23, 2018 - 12:06PM

The 2018 Jaguar XF Sportbrake S is an all-new wagon offered in the US. Will Americans warm up to it?

On Top of Great Awards for Winning Races, Mazda Will Give $8,000+ in "Additional Rewards" for Buying a Global MX-5 Cup Car

By Max Marck on June 23, 2018 - 9:50AM

If you are one of Torquenews's regular readers, you may have read a previous article on Mazda's contingency program, in which Mazda owners can get discounts on parts, and win money for races. Now, Mazda is adding an additional incentive to embark on a Mazda Motorsports adventure. If you buy Mazda's Global MX-5 Cup Car, you'll get over $8000 in rewards.

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