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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.

VW shakes up org chart and major personnel

By Marc Stern on April 13, 2018 - 7:47PM

Volkswagen, facing a major product push in the next seven years, has tapped Herbert Diess to take over as the automaker's new CEO, replacing Matthias Mueller. Mueller presided over the automaker in the wake of the Dieselgate scandal.

Chevy Bolt in front of Chevrolet Dealership 1200x900

Two Things We Know About The Next Generation Chevy Bolt EV

By Armen Hareyan on April 13, 2018 - 5:25PM

Chevy will not redesign the Bolt EV for another seven years.

Musk on Model 3: "I am definitely under stress... I need to discover how to do better"

By Armen Hareyan on April 13, 2018 - 2:56PM

Elon Musk is sleeping on the floor of his Tesla factory - literally. At one point Musk tried sleeping on a couch in one of the production facility conference rooms, but he told the CBS This Morning co-host Gayle King that the couch was too narrow, so he ended up sleeping on the floor.

Tesla can't play nice with others. Add NTSB to the list.

Tesla & Musk Add the NTSB To the Long List Of Groups They Can't Play Nice With

By John Goreham on April 13, 2018 - 2:33PM

Tesla and Elon Musk can't play nice with others. We run down the list and add the NTSB to the running tally.

Wesley Challenger and Prioduction Widebody Hellcat

Bilstein-Sponsored Dodge Challenger Hellcat Going Production Road Racing

By Patrick Rall on April 13, 2018 - 1:19PM

Wesley Motorsports has announced that they will campaign a 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody production-based race car in a variety of road racing series this year, with Bilstein providing support as the 707-horsepower Mopar muscle car takes on the likes of the Pikes Peak Hill Climb and the GRIDLIFE series.

Undisguised Corvette ZR1 Caught Working Out at the Nurburgring

By Patrick Rall on April 13, 2018 - 12:41PM

New video footage showing the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 storming around the Nurburgring leads me to believe that GM is in Germany with their 755-horsepower supercar, likely shooting for the 6-minute range – possibly making this C7 the fastest American machine to lap the Nordschleife.

Elon Musk Tells on Twitter When Tesla Will Be Profitable

By Armen Hareyan on April 13, 2018 - 9:56AM

Tesla CEO Elon Musk made a revealing tweet this morning explaining when Tesla will be profitable and why it doesn't need to raise cash. Apparently, the Model 3 will make Tesla cash flow positive by the third quarter of 2018.

2019 Subaru WRX STI, Subaru WRX STI Type RA

2019 Subaru WRX STI Could Get Type RA Engine Upgrades

By Denis Flierl on April 13, 2018 - 7:20AM

The 2019 Subaru WRX STI could get Type RA engine mods. See what the new STI could get in power upgrades.

Tesla Model Y Will Have a More Advanced Computer Than The Current Autopilot

By Armen Hareyan on April 12, 2018 - 10:05PM

Tesla has delivery problems with the Model 3, problems with the semi-autonomous cars and if they falter more, they will have even more issues. The quirky automotive company that gets more press than any, will start manufacturing another vehicle. According to news reports, the production of Tesla's Y model is planned to begin in November 2019 at the company's plant in Fremont, California. For now Tesla will only let you see a very dark teaser photo of the vehicle.

Tesla's Response After NTSB Removed It From Model X Crash Investigation

By Armen Hareyan on April 12, 2018 - 5:15PM

Today the National Transportation Safety Board announced that it removed Tesla as a party to the NTSB’s investigation of the March 23 fatal crash of a 2017 Tesla Model X near Mountain View, California. Tesla responded saying it will issue a Freedom of Information Act request and says it chose to withdraw from the investigation.

California Toyota dealer accuses Toyota of selling unsafe Prius cars.

California Prius Dealer Accuses Toyota of Fraud Over Prius Safety - Sues for $100 Million

By John Goreham on April 12, 2018 - 4:09PM

A California dealer says that Toyota Prius cars from 2010 through 2015 are unsafe, won't sell them, and sues Toyota for $100,000,000.

2018 Subaru Outback, Outback 2.0D, Subaru turbo diesel

Subaru Abandons Outback 2.0L Diesel

By Denis Flierl on April 12, 2018 - 7:47AM

The 2018 Subaru Outback arrives in the UK missing one engine option. See why the 2.0L diesel is gone forever.

1,000,000 Honda Buyer’s Advanced Safety Equipped in the U.S.

By Parks McCants on April 11, 2018 - 11:02PM

This week American Honda Motor Company announces an important safety milestone. According to the maker 1,000,000 Honda Cars and light trucks on the road today are “Honda Sensing” equipped. What’s it do , and how does it work?

Why Ford is going Global with the 2019 Ford Focus

By Mary Conway on April 11, 2018 - 11:01PM

Ford is shifting production of the 2019 Ford Focus to China as it focuses on building SUVs and trucks in the U.S.

Paul Newman race cars highlight California Concours in June

By Marc Stern on April 11, 2018 - 9:46PM

For the first time, 10 of Paul Newman's very own race cars will be on display at a major California Concours d'Elegance. Now owned by someone else the marques include the Porsche 935 that Newman and team drove in the 1979 Le Mans.

Another study points to Toyota vehicles as the longest-lasting.

Toyota Simply Dominates This List of Longest Lasting Vehicles

By John Goreham on April 11, 2018 - 3:28PM

A new study once again proves that the vehicles that last the longest are made by Toyota.

He rented a Tesla Model 3 for a 250 mile test drive and wanted to share his experience with you

By Armen Hareyan on April 11, 2018 - 8:37AM

A man who made preordered his Tesla Model 3 on day one, rents one through Turo and does a 250 mile test drive to see if he wants to complete his order. Here is his review of the Tesla Model 3 in which he details his surprises and disappointments.

2018 Nissan Armada Platinum Reserve, review

New Nissan Armada Platinum Reserve Suggests Premium-Level Luxury

By Denis Flierl on April 11, 2018 - 8:22AM

The Nissan Armada gets a new trim level called Platinum Reserve setting this big SUV apart from the crowd. See how it gets premium-level luxury appointments.

Buick Should Bring Velite 6 and Enspire EVs to the US Market

By Armen Hareyan on April 10, 2018 - 5:16PM

Torque News readers may know that Buick's Velite 6 electric vehicle and the concept electric SUV Enspire designed by GM Pan-asia centre are headed to the Beijing Internaltional Auto Show with the release date of April 25. US EV owners say GM should bring them to the United States too.

Mazda Reportedly Planning Important Miata Changes For 2019- What We Expect

By John Goreham on April 10, 2018 - 4:53PM

Mazda is expected to make meaningful updates to the Miata for 2019. Here's what is reportedly on the way for the most popular convertible in the world.

Electric Cars Charging 200-900 size nissan leaf toyota prius plug in

The Difference Between The Hybrid EV, Extended Range EV and Fully Electric EV

By John McIntyre on April 10, 2018 - 1:15PM

Let's remove the riddle of EV cars and help people to select between different types of EVs such as the Hybrid EV, Extended Range EV and the Fully Electric EV.

The Moment When You Watch Your Tesla Model S Stolen in Front of Your Eyes

How Thieves Can Steal Your Tesla Model S in 10 Seconds - Shown in a Video

By Armen Hareyan on April 10, 2018 - 10:36AM

Tesla Model S, Model 3 and Model X owners as well other EV owners should always be alert and careful because, as is shown in this video, thieves can steal your Tesla in 10 seconds even if you are 10 feet away.

2018 Subaru Outback, Outback wagon, Two millionth Outback

2 Million Outback Owners Can’t Be Wrong

By Denis Flierl on April 10, 2018 - 7:55AM

Subaru of America defies logic by selling its two millionth Outback wagon. The Subaru Outback is now the brand’s flagship model in America.

Just what are they thinking using a Bugatti Veyron for burnouts?

By Marc Stern on April 10, 2018 - 12:40AM

Did anyone ask this simple question, why? Why on earth use a$2.3 million hypercar to do some burnouts? If you find the answer, let us know.

2 Things We Know About The Timing of Dual-Motor Model 3 and White Seats

By Armen Hareyan on April 9, 2018 - 8:07PM

It turns out that Tesla will release the all-wheel drive, dual-motor performance version of its most affordable model when certain conditions are met. Here are two things we know about the timing of the dual-motor Model 3.

Man Invests in Tesla on Model 3 Reservation Day and Will Configure It Using The Profit

By Armen Hareyan on April 9, 2018 - 6:58PM

One Tesla Model 3 owner has an interesting story. He wrote that he already received his Model 3 configuration invite and will be configuring his Model 3 and paying for all upgrades exclusively using profits from a $35k investment in TSLA on reservation day.

Meet the Refreshed 2019 Chevrolet Camaro

By Patrick Rall on April 9, 2018 - 4:10PM

After lengthy speculation, the refreshed 2019 Chevrolet Camaro was introduced today with a new exterior design, a new transmission for the SS models and a new 1LE package that comes with the turbocharged 4-cylinder engine.

Toyoya offers recent college grads a discount.

Shopping For a New Car & About to Graduate College? Toyota Wants To Give You $750

By John Goreham on April 9, 2018 - 3:22PM

Toyota's unusual discount may be the best graduation gift you can get.

How Far Will the New 40 kWh Nissan Leaf Drive as it Ages? Projections Revealed

By Erin Yurday on April 9, 2018 - 12:30PM

A new study estimates how far the new 2018 Nissan Leaf will drive as it gets older. See if the projected ranges are enough for you.

Which Hyundai Ioniq green car do you think we liked best?

Hyundai Ioniq Test- Which Did We Like Best: EV, Plug-In, or Hybrid

By John Goreham on April 9, 2018 - 11:48AM

We tested all three Hyundai Ioniq green cars for a week. Which do you think we liked driving the most, the EV, the Plug-in Hybrid, or the Hybrid?

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