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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.

2019 Subaru Ascent, new Subaru 3-Row SUV,

New Subaru Ascent 3-Row Could Outpace Impreza and Legacy

By Denis Flierl on May 12, 2018 - 8:13AM

Subaru is projecting healthy sales of their new 2019 Ascent 3-Row. Will it outsell Impreza and Legacy?

How You Can Join the 2019 Ford Bullitt Mustang on a Route 66 Tour

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

Ford and Ford Performance are sponsoring a drive along the famous Route 66 to honor the 50th anniversary of the Bullitt Mustang. The road trip will extend from Chicago all the way to California. Ford will be supplying two brand-new 2019 Mustang Bullitt prototypes to be included in the road tour.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek, new Subaru Hybrid, PHEV, EV

Subaru Announces New Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid With Toyota Prius Prime Tech

By Denis Flierl on May 11, 2018 - 5:14PM

Subaru announces its first-ever 2019 Crosstrek plug-in hybrid vehicle. See when consumers can get one.

Tesla's current delviery rate shows an 8-year wait for cars.

Easy Math - If Tesla Has 400K Model 3 Reservations, It will Take 8 Years To Fill Them At Current Delivery Rate

By John Goreham on May 11, 2018 - 1:54PM

Wo do some simple math and come to the conclusion that at its delivery rate, Tesla won't catch up to its Model 3 reservations until 2026.

Tesla Model 3 costs twice what a Chevy Volt or Prius Prime does.

Real World Pricing Comparison - Chevy Volt & Prius Prime Cost Half What the Tesla Model 3 Does

By John Goreham on May 11, 2018 - 12:01PM

We compare real-world prices of the 2018 Chevy Volt and Prius Prime to the Tesla Model 3.

Toyota enters Camry in One Lap Of America.

Tired of Being Picked On, Toyota Enters 2018 Camry In The Cool Kids' Race

By John Goreham on May 11, 2018 - 10:57AM

Toyota has entered the new 2018 Camry in the One Lap Of America race series. This could be trouble.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Nurburgring 24-hour, STI, NBR

Can Subaru WRX STI Win 5th Nurburgring 24-Hr Race?

By Denis Flierl on May 11, 2018 - 7:01AM

Subaru enters the 2018 WRX STI in the 46th Nurburgring 24-Hour Race. Can they win their 5th class title?

Why Nancy King loves 2018 Prius Prime Plug In Hybrid

By Parks McCants on May 10, 2018 - 10:55PM

With no shortage of well equipped and affordable brand choices in the growing compact PHEV segment, Artist, Interior Designer, and car enthusiast, Ms Nancy King of Eugene, Oregon loves 2018 Prius Prime.

What Caused The Jeep's 325,000 Liberty Recall and How Dealers Will Fix It

By Mary Conway on May 10, 2018 - 9:27PM

Jeep just issued a recall for 325,000 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty SUVs. The vehicles could have a problem with the suspension that could make it difficult for the driver to control the SUV.

Why Dodge is Building a Police Version of its Popular 2018 Durango SUV

By Mary Conway on May 10, 2018 - 5:59PM

Dodge already has a police version of its popular Charger, now it is adding a pursuit-rated version of its powerful 2018 Dodge Durango. Yeah, it's got a "HEMI" in it!

Win a Hellcat-Powered Ram 1500 for Three Dollars

By Patrick Rall on May 10, 2018 - 12:53PM

You could win a Ram 1500 powered by the 707 horsepower Hellcat Hemi crate engine for just three dollars thanks to the Dream Giveaway charity sweepstakes group.

All-New 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatch - Specs and Details

By John Goreham on May 10, 2018 - 12:48PM

We rundown the important details on Toyota's all-new 2019 Corolla Hatchback.

Magnesium Supplier Fire Stops Ford F-150 Production

By Patrick Rall on May 10, 2018 - 12:12PM

Ford Motor Company has stopped F-150 and Super Duty production in Kansas City, Kentucky and Dearborn as the automaker suffers from a shortage of magnesium chassis components, after the plant that makes those chassis parts burned last week.

Amazon Taps Sears To Be Its Partner In Game-Changing Tire Venture

By John Goreham on May 10, 2018 - 12:01PM

Could an online giant save a brick and mortar icon with a tire partnership?

2019 Subaru Forester, All-new Forester, Forester styling changes

Why Subaru Kept New Forester Plain and Boring

By Denis Flierl on May 10, 2018 - 7:41AM

Fans are disappointed in the new 2019 Subaru Forester styling. Why did Subaru opt for plain and boring?

Electrics, once nearly kings, starting way back up

By Marc Stern on May 9, 2018 - 11:49PM

Once nearly the kings of the market, electric vehicles lost ground to internal combustion engined cars due to changes in technology that increased the range of the internal combustion vehicles.

Owners Debate Best Spray-In Bed Liner for 2018 Ram 1500

By Mary Conway on May 9, 2018 - 8:55PM

What is the best way to protect the bed on your brand new 2018 Ram 1500? Owners discuss the most popular options.

Ford Issues TSB about Bumper Gaps on 2015-2018 Ford Mustang GT350s

By Mary Conway on May 9, 2018 - 5:33PM

Ford has issued a technical service bulletin about having the gap fixed where the rear bumper meets the quarter panels on some 2015-2018 Ford Mustang GT350s. Some owners are concerned that the work could make the problem worse.

Prius Prime price helps explain why it is the top-selling affordable EV.

Real-World Price Break Down Explains Why Toyota Prius Prime Is Top-Selling Affordable EV In America

By John Goreham on May 9, 2018 - 3:36PM

The Toyota Prius Prime is the top-selling EV affordable EV in the U.S. market. A close look at its pricing helps explain why.

Courtney Force Drives Her Camaro to Victory in Atlanta

By Patrick Rall on May 9, 2018 - 12:25PM

Courtney Force grabbed her second Wally of the year this past weekend in Atlanta, winning the Southern Nationals in her Chevrolet Camaro after a battle with the Dodge Charger of Matt Hagan.

2019 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Gets a Restyled Grille

By Patrick Rall on May 9, 2018 - 8:05AM

Dodge has revealed the grille of the 2019 Hellcat Charger and while much of what we can see in this image appears to be the same as the current version, the new model year has an added air inlet port in the grille right next to the driver’s side headlight – likely funneling fresh air towards the supercharged Hemi.

2019 Subaru Forester, All-new Forester, Subaru facial recognition

What New Forester Facial Recognition Means For Consumers

By Denis Flierl on May 9, 2018 - 7:33AM

The new 2019 Subaru Forester gets safer with DriverFocus. See what it means for consumers.

Safety recall continues to grow; faulty inflators to blame

By Marc Stern on May 9, 2018 - 12:05AM

Volkswagen has added another 71,000 vehicles to its Takata-related airbag inflator recall. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the automaker is recalling 2006-07 Passat sedans and wagons to check out their and replace the airbag inflators, if needed.

Disguised Dodge Charger Hellcat Caught on Camera

By Patrick Rall on May 8, 2018 - 2:56PM

Spy shots floating around the internet show what appears to be a Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat with heavy camouflage on the front end – suggesting that the highest performance sedan in America might soon be getting a facelift.

Amazon Begins In-Vehicle Delivery Service - Is Your Car Compatible?

By John Goreham on May 8, 2018 - 12:09PM

Amazon can now deliver packages directly to vehicles. Is your car compatible with Amazon's system?

2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row Crossover, New Subaru SUV

First New Subaru Ascent Rolls Off Production Line; Pre-Orders Are Surprising

By Denis Flierl on May 8, 2018 - 7:36AM

The first all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent rolls off the assembly line. See how many are already pre-ordered.

Lava Swallows a Ford Mustang in Hawaii (Video)

By Patrick Rall on May 7, 2018 - 4:48PM

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano on “the Big Island” has been spewing hot lava for the past few days, creating a river or molten liquid rock that is devouring everything in its path – including a silver Ford Mustang.

2019 Toyota Corolla XSE First Drive: The Most Exciting Corolla Ever

By Patrick Rall on May 7, 2018 - 3:47PM

I recently had a chance to travel to Southern California to drive the 2019 Toyota Corolla and after spending a few hours behind the wheel, I find this to be the most exciting Corolla ever from a driver’s perspective – providing the fun of a “hot hatch” without the big price tag that comes with many high performance compacts.

Truckers say plenty of drivers out there, no need to lower CDL age restriction

By Armen Hareyan on May 7, 2018 - 1:32PM

Truckers say truck driver shortage is a myth. Efforts should instead focus on improving the industry instead of trying to hire more cheap labor

Chevrolet Suburban RST Performance Package

Chevrolet Suburban RST SUV with the Spirit of a Camaro SS

By Patrick Rall on May 7, 2018 - 11:03AM

The Chevrolet Suburban will soon be offered with the new RST Performance Package, featuring the new 10-speed automatic transmission, the Magnetic Ride Control suspension system and a 420-horsepower V8 – creating a high performance with the spirit of the Camaro SS.

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