Automotive News (Page 512)

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.

2019 Subaru Forester, All-new Forester, Forester Sport, Forester 2.0XT, comparison

All-New 2019 Subaru Forester Sport vs. Forester 2.0XT Comparison

By Denis Flierl on April 7, 2018 - 9:35AM

See how the new 2019 Subaru Forester Sport stacks up against the outgoing 2.0XT.

Iconic F1 plate reportedly for sale; how much? About $20 million , give or take

By Marc Stern on April 7, 2018 - 12:00AM

It's been reported that the iconic F1 motor vehicle tag in the U.K. may be up for sale. How much, you might ask? It's a good question; how about $20 million.

Model 3 Reservation Holders Excitingly Report a New Wave of Invitations from Tesla

By Armen Hareyan on April 6, 2018 - 7:06PM

It looks like a new wave of Tesla Model 3 invitations has begun for many reservation holders as a number of them excitingly report receiving a configuration option.

Mid-Engine Corvette Shown at Chevy Dealers Meeting in Vegas

By Patrick Rall on April 6, 2018 - 4:21PM

According to someone who attend this week’s Chevrolet national dealership convention in Las Vegas, small images of the long-rumored mid-engine Corvette were shown, allegedly revealing the front end and hood of the next generation American supercar.

Cole's 9.13 Hellcat Challenger Record Slip

A Blower-Only Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Runs a 9.13 - a New World Record

By Patrick Rall on April 6, 2018 - 12:14PM

Yesterday afternoon, Michael Cole and his Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat ran a 9.13 quarter mile at more than 150 miles per hour, setting the new world record for a Hellcat car running without the assistance of nitrous oxide.

The best Model 3 audio settings for overall best sound quality

By Armen Hareyan on April 6, 2018 - 12:09PM

What counts as the best audio settings for Tesla Model 3 is subjective because is depends on the type of music you listen to. If you search the web, you will find very little on the subject. So, let's see what Tesla owners say are the best audio settings for the Model 3.

Tesla's Record Model 3 Production Week: Registering 3000 New VINs and Performance Version

By Armen Hareyan on April 6, 2018 - 10:51AM

It was just yesterday we reported that Tesla registered a record batch of Model 3 VINs, but this morning Tesla went for another record by registering another batch of nearly 3,000 Model 3 VINs. This will make the first week of April 2018 a record week for Tesla's Model 3 production.

2018 Toyota Camry gains customers while competitors lose.

2018 Toyota Camry Gains Customers While Accord, Altima, Malibu, Sonata & Fusion All Lose Customers

By John Goreham on April 6, 2018 - 9:48AM

In the first quarter of 2018 every major midsize sedan model has lost customers except one. The 2018 Toyota Camry.

Tesla Soon to Add a Feature to Allow Latest Software Requests

By Armen Hareyan on April 6, 2018 - 9:35AM

Tesla may soon have a button labeled "Request Update," which will possibly increment a counter in the Tesla's database. But we are not sure. Here is what CEO Elon Musk tweeted yesterday.

2019 Subaru Forester, All-new Forester, New York International Auto Show,

Did Subaru Shake Up Forester Enough For Consumers To Rediscover the SUV

By Denis Flierl on April 6, 2018 - 7:12AM

The all-new 2019 Subaru Forester remodel doesn’t look extreme on the outside. Did Subaru do enough to get consumers to rediscover it?

Elon Musk: "We Are Rapidly Headed Toward Digital Super Intelligence That Far Exceeds Any Humans"

By Armen Hareyan on April 5, 2018 - 7:09PM

Tesla CEO just tweeted that Chris Paine's AI movie is premiering tonight in which he has sharp warning about the AI and its future threat to humanity. Here is the video trailer of "Do You Trust This Computer" and what's in it.

Toyota Tacoma brake drum and axle problems lawsuit.

Problems With Your 2016-2018 Toyota Tacoma Brake Drums - Read About This Axle Problem

By John Goreham on April 5, 2018 - 5:23PM

A new lawsuit alleges that Toyota is selling defective axles on the current Tacoma that creates rear brake drum issues for owners.

2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody

3 Reasons Why Dodge Challenger Sales Keep Climbing 10 Years After the Debut

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2018 - 12:43PM

The modern Dodge Challenger was introduced for the 2008 model year, so with the arrival of the 2018 models, the modern Mopar muscle car is officially more than a decade old yet sales numbers continue to climb from year to year and today, we look at how FCA has kept this 11-year old car selling so well.

Dealer Rep Says Refreshed Camaro Coming for 2019, Previewed in Vegas

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2018 - 11:26AM

According to a dealership representative who attended the General Motors dealer’s conference earlier this week, the Chevrolet Camaro will receive a facelift for the 2019 model year and he knows this because the company showed off two examples of the new-look muscle car at their annual meeting.

The Effect of Elon Sleeping In The Factory on Model 3 Production and a New Tesla Factory Drone Flyover

By Armen Hareyan on April 5, 2018 - 9:50AM

Tesla Model 3's production is gaining real momentum. This is something Tesla really needs and the timing is perfect considering the recent setback with Model X crash, investigation, debt issues and the release of the 1st quarter results. Let's now give credit to hundreds of Tesla workers.

Tesla Model S for Sale through a private party

The best way to sell your Tesla Model S private party and where to list

By Armen Hareyan on April 5, 2018 - 9:16AM

Yesterday a Tesla Model S owner, who was getting ready to sell his early model, was asking about the best ways to sell Tesla Model S private party and where to list your car for sale for the best results.

2018 Subaru BRZ, 2018 Toyota 86, turbocharged Subaru BRZ / Toyota 86

Report: New Subaru BRZ, Toyota 86 Coming With Bigger Engine More Power

By Denis Flierl on April 5, 2018 - 8:00AM

According to a Toyota source, a new Subaru BRZ / Toyota 86 sports coupe is coming with a larger engine and more power.

2018 Fit Sport Captures The Spirit of Honda’s Small Hatch Beginnings

By Parks McCants on April 5, 2018 - 1:01AM

Honda Motor Company drove to the forefront of the auto industry behind the wheel of fun to drive and affordable subcompact hatchbacks and sedans. 2018 Fit Sport reminds us of why we migrated in mass to the brand to begin with.

Top 5 Porsche Sales of March 2018: Continuing Record Sales Run

By Marc Stern on April 4, 2018 - 10:55PM

Porsche continued its record ways in March, setting records for the month and for the quarter.

Elon tweets reminder about Tesla Easter Eggs that are available and there will be more Easter eggs to come.

By Armen Hareyan on April 4, 2018 - 10:20PM

Today Tesla CEO Elon Musk's most recent Twitter update appears to be a fun surprise for Tesla owners. Musk recently showed off some of the new Easter Eggs in his latest Instagram post as well.

Plugging Tesla in Every Night vs Waiting Until Battery Gets to a Lower Level

By Armen Hareyan on April 4, 2018 - 1:36PM

"Does anyone know if Tesla recommends that one should plug their car in every night or wait till battery gets to a lower level. Does it matter? I charge to 80%, but sometimes only drive 40miles round trip to work daily," asks Chris Less in Tesla Model S Owners group on Facebook. Questions like this about how often to plugin and recharge your Tesla are common. Let's take a look at how Tesla owners plugin and charge their cars and what Tesla recommends.

Patrick Rall's 2017 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

March Hellcat of the Month: Patrick Rall’s 2017 Dodge Challenger

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2018 - 12:56PM

The March 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 yours truly.

The 1st Tesla Model 3 Cars Appearing in China and Dubai Are Imported Second hand US Model 3s

By Armen Hareyan on April 4, 2018 - 10:49AM

Tesla investors are eagerly waiting to hear when Tesla will start directly to sell Model 3s in China. But with the recent tariff and trade "wars" between China and the United States selling cars with reasonable prices in China will become a more difficult task for Tesla.

April Camaro of the Month: Sean Mundy's 1967 SS/RS Convertible

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2018 - 10:25AM

The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for April 2018 is the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS Convertible shown here, owned by Sean Mundy.

Uber Fatality vs Tesla Model X Fatality: The Difference and Safeguards for Self-driving Cars

By Armen Hareyan on April 4, 2018 - 9:11AM

Recently two major accidents shook the world of electric and self-driving cars: one involved self-driven Uber and the second involved a Tesla Model X in which autopilot was engaged.Is there a difference in these accidents? Tesla investors, in particular want to know because soon self-driving cars will be strictly regulated. Here are some details we know.

New Subaru Crosstrek Is Brand’s Hottest Star; Will It Pass Forester?

By Denis Flierl on April 4, 2018 - 8:01AM

The new Subaru Crosstrek is now the brand’s hottest star. Will it pass Forester?

Tesla-branded Tequila Is Now Called Teslaquila and It's 100% Puro De Agave

By Armen Hareyan on April 4, 2018 - 7:34AM

On April Foul's day when Tesla CEO made a joke about Tesla's bankruptcy he posted a picture surrounded by bottles of a booze called Teslaquila. Apparently Teslaquila is going to be the next product of Tesla. Here is the image of Teslaquila shared by Elon on his Instagram account.

Why Tesla Batteries Catch Fires, but Bolt and Volt Batteries Don't

By Armen Hareyan on April 3, 2018 - 7:08PM

Google Chevy Bolt battery fire and you will not find a single story that says Chevy Bolt had an accident and battery caught fire. Yet, there are number of Tesla cases where the battery caught fire after an accident. Why Tesla batteries catch fire while Chevy Volt and Bolt batteries don't. Or at least, in the case of Bolt and Volt the battery fires are extremely rare or unusual.

Toyota Tacoma sales top 20,000 units. Here's why.

Why Toyota Tacoma Sales Continue To Outpace Competitors' - Planning

By John Goreham on April 3, 2018 - 3:14PM

Toyota made changes to its production capacity to make space for more Tacomas. Those changes are showing real results. The big increase is yet to come. Details.

2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Makes Over 660 Rear Wheel Horsepower (Video)

By Patrick Rall on April 3, 2018 - 2:01PM

The first batch of the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 has reached owners and one of them took his manual transmission LT5 car to a dyno shop to see how much power it makes at the wheels – hitting the 660 horsepower range with only around 250 miles on the car.

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