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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.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 Nurburgring 24-hour race, 2018 Red Bull GRC, 2018 ARA rally series

Subaru Motorsports Preview 2018; More Thrills Await

By Denis Flierl on January 29, 2018 - 7:38AM

Subaru will be involved in motorsports around the globe again in 2018, from the NBR and Super GT to the GRC. Here’s a sneak peek.

Tesla Model 3 Has 5 Key Advantages Over Model S

By Armen Hareyan on January 27, 2018 - 8:19PM

In this video tech Youtuber Andy Slye shows 5 clear advantages that Tesla Model 3 has over Model S.

30 Minute Wait To Sit in a Model 3 at Tesla Manhattan

By Armen Hareyan on January 27, 2018 - 5:23PM

The picture in this Tweet shows You have to wait in line for 30 minutes to sit in a Tesla Model 3 in Manhattan Tesla dealership in NYC.

2 Reasons to visit Acura at the Portland International Auto Show

By Parks McCants on January 27, 2018 - 1:36PM

As workers hurriedly assemble the biggest Car and Truck Show in Oregon, I came upon two Acura models that are generally reserved for special order in much of the U.S..There they sat, in all their sport-hybrid glory.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Subaru Global Platform, EyeSight, What Car? Car of the Year Awards

3 Reasons Why New Subaru Crosstrek Gets Global Car Safety Award

By Denis Flierl on January 27, 2018 - 11:54AM

The new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek gets more awards this week. It picks up accolades from What Car? in the UK for safety.

Few Advantages of Chevy Bolt vs Model S, But Are They Comparable?

By Armen Hareyan on January 27, 2018 - 10:06AM

The advantages of Chevy Bolt vs Tesla Model S depends on your driving habits, distances your drive, price and and the size you need.

VW’s winning Volkswagen GTI TCR undergoes first U.S. test at Daytona

By Marc Stern on January 26, 2018 - 11:55PM

Volkswagen's successful Golf GTI TCR racer made its U.S, debut at Daytona as the TCR series moves to the endurance circuit. The debut was at Daytona.

Used Tesla Model S Prices vs Owning a New Chevy Bolt

By Armen Hareyan on January 26, 2018 - 5:38PM

I am looking at purchasing a Bolt EV for delivery in mid October. I was looking at the cost of a used Tesla Model S 85 and the price is about $11,000 more than the Chevy Bolt. My question is in about 8 months time would the used Tesla market come down enough to justify giving up the Ontario incentives to own a Tesla, or should I get a new Bolt?

Toyota Prius is America's best delivery vehicle.

Toyota Prius - The Perfect Delivery Vehicle?

By John Goreham on January 26, 2018 - 12:20PM

The Toyota Prius is well known as the best green car on the planet, but is it also the best delivery vehicle in America?

4 Pros and Cons of Electric Semi Trucks After Tesla's Tested Its Own

By Armen Hareyan on January 26, 2018 - 12:01PM

Opponents of Tesla Semi say it's not cost effective, but proponents say the cost is comparable to diesel trucks. Here are 4 pros and cons for electric Semi trucks.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, new-generation Subaru, awards

New Subaru Crosstrek Is “BestRide of The Year”; More Than a Cute CUV

By Denis Flierl on January 26, 2018 - 11:16AM

The all-new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek gets more accolades, and it’s more than a cute CUV.

2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row Crossover, New Subaru SUV

New Subaru Ascent Seen In the Wild Doing High-Altitude Testing

By Denis Flierl on January 26, 2018 - 7:43AM

We spot the all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent doing some high-altitude testing in the mountains of Colorado. They are also playing with its EyeSight.

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Acura Motorsports Has a Real Shot at Winning the 56th Annual Rolex 24 at Daytona

By Parks McCants on January 26, 2018 - 12:52AM

It’s not every year that we find Acura Motorsports competing in partnership with two auto racing giants at the Rolex 24 at Daytona. Such is the case for the 56th annual running of what’s been called the toughest endurance race in North America.

Why would you use 3 Panameras to move gold? Because you can and because they did

By Marc Stern on January 26, 2018 - 12:23AM

When Baird decided to move nearly $14,000,000 in gold they decided to use a rather unique method to move the fortune. They asked for Porsche's assistance and used three Panamera Turbo Sport Tourismos, and lots of security, to pull off the transfer without a hitch.

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2 Surprises for Honda Fans at the Portland International Auto Show, one a Civic

By Parks McCants on January 25, 2018 - 5:05PM

Walking the massive floor of the Oregon Convention Center, I’m just a bit blown away by the size and scope of Oregon’s Portland International Auto Show. It’s a big deal, and American Honda Motor Company is here with a surprise or two for Honda fans.

3 Things We Learned About Tesla Semi Truck From The 8-Second Video Clip

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2018 - 4:53PM

Tesla is now testing its Semi truck in the wild and public roads and there is a new 8-second video clip of that test.

Here Is When Tesla Summon Feature Is Most Useful

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2018 - 2:38PM

This is probably the best video of Tesla Summon feature showing Model X driving itself out of a puddle to its owner.

Toyota named most admired company, but where does Tesla rank?

Toyota Is Named A Most Admired Automotive Company By Fortune Magazine - Where Does Tesla Rank?

By John Goreham on January 25, 2018 - 9:21AM

Fortune Magazine's panel of business experts compiled this list of most admired companies. Toyota is the second-ranked automotive company, where do you guess Tesla ranks?

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 50th anniversary models

Subaru 50th Anniversary Editions Revealed: 50 Years of Subaru

By Denis Flierl on January 25, 2018 - 8:49AM

Subaru reveals the 50th Anniversary Editions on their The Cars pages as they celebrate 50 years in the U.S.

I.D. family bumps e-Golf from Volkswagen lineup

By Marc Stern on January 24, 2018 - 8:11PM

Volkswagen plans to phase out the e-Golf as the automaker continues work on its 8th Generation Golf. The reason for the phaseout is VW's new I.D. electric family. The three-model lineup will have a fully electric hatchback, taking the space used the e-Golf. VW execs say there's no need for two hatchbacks in the same segment.

5 Changes Tesla Should Make To Stay Ahead of Byton

By Armen Hareyan on January 24, 2018 - 5:00PM

Recently at CES 2018 the most surprising and impressive unveiling belonged to Byton, a Chinese-based company with offices in Europe and the United States. There are 5 things Byton has that Tesla doesn't have and it would be good if Tesla at least thought about them.

Toyota teases Chevy with Tacoma vs. Colorado Mall Terrain advert.

Toyota's "Mall Terrain" Tacoma Adds Poke Back at Chevy Colorado ZR2's "Segment of One" Nonsense

By John Goreham on January 24, 2018 - 1:22PM

Toyota doesn't have to advertise the Tacoma but opted to poke back at Chevy. Here's why.

Used Tesla model 3 for Sale at a lower price

Used Model 3 Cars Are For Sale and The Prices Range From 59 to $102K

By Armen Hareyan on January 24, 2018 - 12:31PM

Used Tesla Model 3 cars are already popping up for sale on Autotrader and the prices are dropping. This man got his Model 3 from Tesla and put it up for sale two days later.

2019 Subaru Ascent, Super Bowl LII, Philadelphia Flower Show

Why Subaru Wants New Ascent To Launch With Brady Losing Super Bowl LII

By Denis Flierl on January 24, 2018 - 10:46AM

Subaru doesn’t want Tom Brady to win Super Bowl LII. They are Eagles fans first.

2019 Subaru WRX STI, 2019 WRX, new-generation 2020 -2021 STI,

2019 Subaru WRX STI; Why You Should Wait For New-Generation Model

By Denis Flierl on January 24, 2018 - 8:20AM

The 2019 Subaru WRX STI is coming later this year but you might want to wait before you buy one.

Audi fields first all-women team to compete in Daytona enduro

By Marc Stern on January 23, 2018 - 11:30PM

In a first, Audi Motorsports has, as part of its customer racing program, fielded its first all-women driving team to compete in the GS4 class at Friday's Daytona enduro.

These 19 Companies Together Have Ordered At least 375 Tesla Semi Trucks

By Armen Hareyan on January 23, 2018 - 4:57PM

Well-known multinational companies are lining up to be allowed to buy Tesla's new electric truck.

Tesla Police Blotter - Police Say Tesla Employee That Crashed New Model 3 Arrested For Alleged Drunk Driving

By John Goreham on January 23, 2018 - 2:21PM

Police In California had to pull a crashed Model 3 out of a creek. The additional crime they arrested the employee for.

Man arrested by police for drunk driving blames Tesla Autopilot.

Tesla Police Blotter News: Man In Arrested In Tesla For Allegedly Driving Drunk Said Car Was On Autopilot

By John Goreham on January 23, 2018 - 1:32PM

Police say a man arrested for allegedly driving drunk told officers the car was a Tesla equipped with Autopilot.

Tesla Model S reportedly on autopilt hits parked firetruck.

Tesla Police Blotter News - Tesla Driver Hits Parked Firetruck - Blames Autopilot

By John Goreham on January 23, 2018 - 12:42PM

A Tesla Model S crashed into the back of a bright red firetruck. Guess who the Tesla driver blames?

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