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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.

I Am a Nissan Leaf Uber Driver and I Convert Gas Drivers With Rides

By Chris Holmquist on January 11, 2018 - 9:36PM

If you have been curious about electric cars and unwilling to deal with a clueless salesman there is an Uber and Lyft driver in Portland, Oregon who drives an all electric Nissan Leaf who understands the pitfalls of the archaic model of the auto dealer. Call an Uber or Lyft in Portland and you'll have a chance to feel what driving electric feels like and get your questions answered without the fear of being nickel and dimed.

2 Teslas set on fire in Amsterdam within a few hundred feet by Tesla haters

By Armen Hareyan on January 11, 2018 - 7:34PM

Two Teslas burned down at the Vondelstraat district in Amsterdam last night. The police assume that it was an arson. Looks like those were Model S vehicles.

Six 2019 Honda Insight Hybrid Factoids Revealed with Video

By Parks McCants on January 11, 2018 - 5:56PM

If a picture's worth a thousand words, what's a leaked specification sheet worth? For the second time in two weeks, Honda shares a glimpse of a compact car that will mainstream electric for America’s #5 auto brand.

Watch Toyota Prius In California Mudslide.

Amazing Video Shows Toyota Prius Surfing California Mudslide

By John Goreham on January 11, 2018 - 5:05PM

Firefighters responding to mudslides in Burbank California are credited with this incredible Toyota Prius Video.

The 2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt Might Actually Debut Next Week in Detroit

By Patrick Rall on January 11, 2018 - 1:04PM

While the new Bullitt-themed Ford Mustang might be on display and on sale at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction later this month, it looks as though the new special edition pony car might actually debut next week at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

2019 Subaru Ascent, Falken tires, how to reduce hydroplaning

How Subaru Ascent Will Be Stable in Wet Conditions and Resist Hydroplaning

By Denis Flierl on January 11, 2018 - 11:24AM

The all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent will ride on Falken tires. How will it benefit families?

The 2019 Ford Edge ST Brings High Performance to the Mid-Sized SUV Segment

By Patrick Rall on January 11, 2018 - 10:23AM

Ford Motor Company has announced its first modern performance-tuned SUV with the introduction of the 2019 Ford Edge ST – packing 335 horsepower and 380lb-ft of torque from a uniquely-tuned 2.7L EcoBoost V6.

2018 Subaru Outback, JP Sears, “Ultra Spiritual Life”, Boulder, Colorado

JP Sears; “Boulder Is Brainwashed By Subaru”

By Denis Flierl on January 11, 2018 - 8:47AM

If you live in Boulder, Colorado, you are a left-leaning liberal, wear spandex, eat granola, and refuse to drive anything but a Subaru Outback wagon.

The 2018 Ford Mustang GT is a Stock 11-Second Quarter Mile Car

By Patrick Rall on January 10, 2018 - 5:16PM

We knew that the 2018 Ford Mustang GT would cover the quarter mile more quickly than the outgoing models, but it is mighty impressive that the folks at Hot Rod laid down a series of 11-second runs on their first trip to the track with the new muscle car.

Honda expands Takata Airbag recall to select late model cars and Goldwing Motorcycles

By Parks McCants on January 10, 2018 - 5:11PM

The seemingly endlessTakata Airbag recall is expanded once again. On Tuesday, American Honda Motors and Toyota announced yet another expansion of the ongoing Takata airbag recall. Who's included?

California based Reviver Auto wants to digitize your license plate

By Parks McCants on January 10, 2018 - 3:44PM

As an automotive news journalist, I’m bombarded by morning emails. And like you, I delete many of them. Not today. Reviver Auto has caught my attention with the world’s first fully digitized license plate.

Toyota and Mazda opt for Alabama for new plant.

New Toyota & Mazda Plant Will Bring 4,000 Jobs To Alabama

By John Goreham on January 10, 2018 - 3:33PM

Toyota opts for a second new plant in Alabama to partner with Mazda.

Toyota dominates list of cars people keep for 15 years or more.

Toyota Dominates This List Of Cars People Keep 15 Years Or More With Highlander In Top Spot

By John Goreham on January 10, 2018 - 1:27PM

Toyota models are all over this list of models people keep 15 years or more.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Forbes 10 Best Crossover SUVs For Snow

Forbes 10 Best Crossover SUVs For Snow; Subaru Outshines With 3

By Denis Flierl on January 10, 2018 - 1:12PM

Forbes rates three Subaru vehicles tops in their 10 Best Crossover SUVs For Snow list.

Tesla Model S Plugged in Recommended Charging

17 Opinions, Including Musk's About Recommended Charge Limit for Model S

By Armen Hareyan on January 10, 2018 - 12:21PM

Your Model S battery is almost full. You only used 10 or so miles because you had a quick ride. Should you plug every night even when it's almost full?

2013 Model S Owners Getting This Letter from Tesla About Takata Airbag

By Armen Hareyan on January 10, 2018 - 11:37AM

"We just got this email. Takata air bag recall makes its way to Tesla MS 2012-13," wrote one Tesla Model S owner on Facebook sharing the picture of this letter from Tesla.

2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, 2.4 SEL AWC, Review

2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2.4 SEL AWC Offers More Value

By Denis Flierl on January 10, 2018 - 11:26AM

This week we drive the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2.4 SEL AWC. It offers lots of value for the money.

What Can Happen If You Keep Tesla Key Fob in Your Pocket With Coins

By Armen Hareyan on January 10, 2018 - 8:45AM

Do you think the key fob could be damaged if you put it in your pocket with some coins? In other words, could the coins create problems for the magnetic field of the key fob?

2020 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation WRX STI, 2020 Subaru WRX, Tokyo Auto Salon 2018

Subaru Brings New WRX STI Rumble To Tokyo Auto Salon 2018

By Denis Flierl on January 10, 2018 - 8:21AM

New fifth-generation WRX STI rumble is coming. Subaru brings the VIZIV Performance STI Concept to the Tokyo Auto Salon.

VW, Nvidia announce ambitious AI plan based on the I.D. electric series

By Marc Stern on January 9, 2018 - 11:48PM

Volkswagen and Nvidia rolled out their vision of intelligent semi-autonomous vehicles of the future at a press conference that kicked off this week's Consumer Electronics Show.

2018 C.E.S. Las Vegas: How a Honda Robot Recognizes Emotion and Expresses Empathy

By Parks McCants on January 9, 2018 - 9:13PM

I first began reporting on Honda Robotics nearly a decade ago with the advent of ASIMO. In 2016, I would experience Honda’s compact humanoid in Tokyo. It was a life-changing experience. Can a Honda Robot recognize emotional distress and express empathy?

GM's 3-Step Strategy To Significantly Lower Bolt Price

By Armen Hareyan on January 9, 2018 - 8:15PM

How can General Motors lower the price of the Chevy Bolt and make electric car sales profitable. Apparently it has a 3-step strategy.

How to Reserve Fisker EMotion and 4 Considerations on The Full Reveal

By Armen Hareyan on January 9, 2018 - 4:14PM

Tesla's archnemesis Fisker is making a comback with a 400 mile autonomous EMotion electric car and a Tesla style reservation system.

New Ford Mustang Bullitt Might Debut on January 19th

By Patrick Rall on January 9, 2018 - 2:32PM

According to a lot listing on the Barrett-Jackson website, it looks as though the new Ford Mustang GT Bullitt Edition could debut on the Scottsdale auction block on January 19th – with proceeds of the sale going to the troubled youth home attended by Steve McQueen.

I Wish Tesla and Nissan Also Had This Feature That Kia Niro EV Has

By Armen Hareyan on January 9, 2018 - 12:07PM

Finally someone thought to solve the problem of silent EVs. The 2018 Kia Niro EV has a simple feature that solves a huge safety problem with electric cars. This simple feature should be installed in Tesla Model S, Model X, Model 3, Nissan Leaf and all other EVs that silent powertrains.

Why the Mid-Engine Corvette Might Not Debut in Detroit

By Patrick Rall on January 9, 2018 - 11:27AM

There have been rumors that the mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette will make its grand debut at the upcoming 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, but an even bigger vehicle introduction might push the arrival of the next generation Corvette back to New York in April.

Toyota Avalon and Lexus ES named Best New Car Buys.

Toyota Avalon & Lexus ES Both Earn A Spot On This U.S. News List For January

By John Goreham on January 9, 2018 - 10:28AM

Both the Lexus ES and Toyota Avalon sedans earn a spot on U.S. News & World Report's list of Best New Car Deals.

There is an Easy Fix For Tesla Autowipers

By Armen Hareyan on January 9, 2018 - 10:16AM

When getting into your Tesla in the rain, the wipers' auto-setting triggers when you open the door, which proceeds to dump all the water on the windshield into the car and you. Here is how Tesla can quickly fix it.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru Impreza, new-generation Subaru

Subaru's New “Seamless Shopping” Streamlines Car Buying Process

By Denis Flierl on January 9, 2018 - 8:12AM

Subaru introduces “Seamless Shopping” for car shoppers who would rather start the buying process online and save time.

Bentley to debut plug-in Bentayga hybrid at Geneva

By Marc Stern on January 8, 2018 - 9:59PM

Volkswagen's subsidiary Bentley, as part of the automaker-wide commitment to electrification, will introduce a plug-in Bentayga at the Geneva Auto Show in March.

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