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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.

By Denis Flierl on June 11, 2018 - 11:03AM
We drive the all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent Limited. See why it’s an especially good fit for active families.
By Denis Flierl on June 11, 2018 - 7:41AM
The Subaru WRX and WRX STI are one of the most Instagrammed cars on social media. See where WRX/STI ranks on the top-20 list.
By Marc Stern on June 10, 2018 - 11:59PM
In keeping with its corporate naming scheme, the powerful, luxury four-door Porsche electric Mission E has become the Porsche Taycan or "spirited young horse."
By Denis Flierl on June 10, 2018 - 3:08PM
The 2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i has been redesigned, but don’t expect massive changes. What’s in it for luxury crossover buyers?
By John Falk on June 10, 2018 - 2:37PM
Mattel's Hot Wheels toy cars are 50 years old. I was 10 years old in 1968 when Hot Wheels hit the market. They were the biggest thing to hit since Mt. Vesuvius erupted. My friends and I were crazy for them. The Saturday morning ads were very powerful and fueled our interest.
By Denis Flierl on June 10, 2018 - 8:16AM
If you didn't buy the Subaru STI Type RA, you were smart. Here’s why the 2019 WRX STI upgrades make it the best value now for performance fans.
By John Goreham on June 9, 2018 - 11:36AM
The crazy people at Mazda are offering big discounts and deals on the Miata just in time for convertible season.
By Denis Flierl on June 9, 2018 - 10:00AM
Why did it take Subaru so long to bring out their first-ever Crosstrek plug-in hybrid vehicle? It was a calculated move that could pay big dividends.
By Mary Conway on June 8, 2018 - 8:26PM
The 2018 Ford Expedition received five stars in NHTSA's safety ratings, the only vehicle in its class to get the top distinction. The 2018 Ford Expedition is all-new and Ford says some key design changes helped it win great safety reviews.
By Armen Hareyan on June 8, 2018 - 1:00PM
I saw this green-colored Dodge Challenger parked here. Note that the parking lot lines are also in green color. Is this parking place for an electric car or green-colored car?
By Marc Stern on June 8, 2018 - 10:37AM
With the Pikes Peak Hill Climb drawing closer, Volkswagen discussed the combined visions that brought the curvy hill racer to life.
By Armen Hareyan on June 8, 2018 - 7:19AM
Tesa is developing its InsureMyTesla insurance program and further expanding it. Later in 2018 Alex Tsetsenekos, Head of North America for Tesla's new Managing General Agency, InsureMyTesla, will be joining the discussion to deliver the closing keynote presentation, Building a Customer Centric Insurance Company for Tesla, on October 3. I spoke with some Tesla Model S owners and here is what they said Tesla needs for them to switch to Tesla's own insurance program.
By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2018 - 7:06AM
New fuel mileage falsification violations surface at Subaru as the Japanese automaker prepares to release the all-new fifth-generation 2019 Forester SUV.
By Mary Conway on June 7, 2018 - 11:36PM
Cadillac is expanding its Tesla-killer autonomous vehicle technology. It will be on all Cadillacs soon and then will expand to all GM vehicles. Plus, GM is adding a new feature that will communicate with everything around the vehicle.
By Parks McCants on June 7, 2018 - 9:40PM
View Assist LLC of Myrtle Beach, S.C., presents an affordable auto safety accessory worth mentioning. What is a Two Axis mirror, and how can I get one for my used car or truck?
By John Goreham on June 7, 2018 - 5:10PM
The NTSB has issued a preliminary report on the latest fatality in a string of Tesla Autopilot crashes.
By Armen Hareyan on June 7, 2018 - 4:40PM
There is a very interesting development to from Honda and the General Motors to make electric car batteries even cheaper and more powerful. At least Honda is getting more serious about EVs, not just fulfilling compliance requirements. GM may move beyond The Volt and Bolt.
By Armen Hareyan on June 7, 2018 - 2:45PM
Neither Porsche Mission E Nor any electric car can be a Tesla killer. I think the media has to abandon the "Tesla Killer" (or any car-killer) phrase and give each new vehicle its due esteem.
By Patrick Rall on June 7, 2018 - 2:34PM
Although fuel prices in the United States are right in the middle of their predictable summer climb, sales of Ford F-Series pickups have continued to improve each month on a year-over-year basis – supporting the Motor Company’s emphasis on trucks over sedans.
By John Goreham on June 7, 2018 - 1:02PM
Tesla vehicles on Autopilot seem to be hitting a lot of big, obvious, unmoving objects. An expert opinion on what may be the cause and what should be done.
By Patrick Rall on June 7, 2018 - 12:35PM
We knew that the 2019 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat would be getting a new grille design with at least one added vent, but spy shots of a new Scat Pack model shows that other models will get the new grille design and – as expected – there is a vent on both sides of the new design.
By Denis Flierl on June 7, 2018 - 7:59AM
With the new 2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row arriving this month, customers can expect longer waits to get their new vehicle serviced.
By Armen Hareyan on June 6, 2018 - 10:48PM
Many EV enthusiasts are wondering about General Motors increasing the number of EV models in China to 20, while keeping only two main models in the United States Chevy Volt and Bolt. But what will happen if the Volt sales falter in the United States in the upcoming Years?
By Armen Hareyan on June 6, 2018 - 10:19PM
Street parking car damage is a common problem. What do you do if someone hit your parked car? Well, first of all call your car insurance. But what do you do when your car is damaged by a nearby construction dust or similar highly abrasive substances?
By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2018 - 5:40PM
#75 Subaru WRX STI wins the 2018 STPR and makes history at the Wellsboro, Pennsylvania rally.
By John Goreham on June 6, 2018 - 5:27PM
We test the new 2019 Corolla Hatchback SE and come away amazed at its real-world fuel economy.
By Patrick Rall on June 6, 2018 - 3:49PM
The refreshed 2019 Jeep Renegade for the European market has been introduced ahead of this week’s 2018 Turin Auto Show in Italy, but with the current Renegade having the same basic appearance in the US and Europe – the new small Jeep coming to American dealerships will likely look just like this one.
By Patrick Rall on June 6, 2018 - 12:54PM
The 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt is the most powerful of the current 5.0-liter-powered pony cars, but Steve McQueen’s son has teamed up with Steeda and Galpin Auto Sport to create a modern muscle car that lieutenant Frank Bullitt would have been proud to drive – with a little extra power, some unique appearance upgrades and an elaborate suspension package.
By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2018 - 7:53AM
The 2018 Subaru Outback is voted 10 Best Family Cars by Parents Magazine and Edmunds. See why they say the wagon is best for families.
By Marc Stern on June 5, 2018 - 11:58PM
Volkswagen's Atlas, already honored by publications, was honored again by Parents magazine and Edmunds. The three-row SUV, launched last year, was named to their 10-Best list for 2018.