Automotive News (Page 545)

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.

Porsche Adds GTS Models to Boxster, Cayman lines

By Marc Stern on October 20, 2017 - 2:22PM

Porsche has announced the addition of top-of-the-line GTS models to the 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman lines. The new models not only feature specialzed interior and exterior treatments but also improved engines and transmissions, as well as other handling improvements.

2019 Corvette Production Will Start Surprisingly Early in 2018

By Patrick Rall on October 20, 2017 - 1:02PM

According to the Bowling Green Daily News, the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette will only be built for a few months before the plant in Kentucky begins building the 2019 Corvette during the final week of January 2018 – leading to an extremely short 2018 model year.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Legacy, IIHS safety passenger crash test

2018 Subaru Outback and Legacy Ace New IIHS Passenger Crash Test

By Denis Flierl on October 20, 2017 - 12:58PM

The 2018 Subaru Outback and Legacy models earn the highest safety rating in a new passenger crash test. How do they protect the front passenger?

2018 Subaru BRZ, 2018 Toyota 86, Consumer Reports "10 Most Reliable Cars" 2017

“10 Most Reliable Cars” By Consumer Reports; Subaru BRZ/Toyota 86 Ranked #2

By Denis Flierl on October 20, 2017 - 7:32AM

Consumer Reports announces the "10 Most Reliable Cars" list for 2017. Results from its annual survey of automobile owners rank the Subaru BRZ / Toyota 86 twins #2. Number one will surprise you.

How Ford Dealers Plan To Fix 1.3 Million F-150 Trucks Involved in a Dangerous Door Latch Recall

By Mary Conway on October 19, 2017 - 11:16PM

Ford is recalling more than 1.3 million of its most popular trucks because faulty door latches could allow the doors to open while driving. The recall affects 2015-2017 F-150 and 2017 Super Duty trucks.

Is VW Serious About Electric Cars? Its Pikes Peak Hill Climb Racer Says Yes

By Marc Stern on October 19, 2017 - 6:00PM

Volkswagen is developing an all-electric entry for next year's Pikes Peak Hill Climb. The all-wheel-drive model will showcase VW technology as the automaker attempts to set a mark. It is the first time in three decades the automaker will participate in run.

Insurance Institute demonstrates Honda Accord crash worthiness in video

By Parks McCants on October 19, 2017 - 5:31PM

It’s not everyday that we find the opportunity to view the planned destruction of a late model Honda Accord Sedan. Today. The IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) released a Honda Accord partial front overlap crash test to YouTube, the results may surprise you.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek

No Surprise, Subaru WRX STI Wins Canadian Rally; Crosstrek Finishes #2?

By Denis Flierl on October 19, 2017 - 11:37AM

It’s no surprise the Subaru WRX STI wins the Pacific Forest Rally, but Subaru’s Crosstrek is starting to get it’s own rally reputation.

Why Some Jeep Wrangler Owners Are Very Positive About an EV Wrangler

By Armen Hareyan on October 19, 2017 - 10:24AM

Several days ago I covered the story of one electric Jeep Wrangler, which was custom built by a private company and had some good crawling action. When I shared it with other Wrangler owners I was surprised to see how positive they are about a possible EV Jeep Wrangler, something you do not see a lot with other performance car owners.

New IIHS test finds two models that underperform.

New Crash Test Catches Two Midsize Cars That Don't Make The Grade

By John Goreham on October 19, 2017 - 10:21AM

The Insurance Institute For Highway Safety (IIHS) has a new test that just caught a pair midsized cars asleep at the wheel.

7 Things You Didn’t Know About Subaru, But Need To Before You Buy One

By Denis Flierl on October 19, 2017 - 10:19AM

Are you thinking about buying a Subaru? Here’s 7 things you didn’t know, but need to before you buy one.

Porsche Rennsport Reunion logo uses iconic Laguna Seca ‘Corkscrew’

By Marc Stern on October 19, 2017 - 12:25AM

As planning starts to ramp up, the sponsor of the Porsche Rennsport Reunion VI will use Laguna Seca's famed "Corkscrew" as a major part of its logo.

Civic Type R buyer receives unexpected surprise

By Roger Maxwell on October 18, 2017 - 9:41PM

A Honda Civic Type R buyer says he was pleasantly surprised after coming home and finding a package by his door step containing something cool that he’d never seen before. So, what was in the box?

The Pros And Cons of Body Armor on a Jeep Wrangler

By Armen Hareyan on October 18, 2017 - 7:09PM

There is an interesting chatter on Jeep Wrangler TJ / LJ Owner's Group on Facebook where Jeep Wrangler owners discuss the pros and cons on body armor on a Wrangler.

By Parks McCants on October 18, 2017 - 5:04PM

Bellwether publication Popular Science Magazine just acknowledged 2018 Honda Odyssey for a feature unique to the brand. What is it, and why doesn’t Chrysler Pacifica and Toyota Sienna have it?

Added Standard Feature Value to drive 2018 Honda Accord Sales

By Parks McCants on October 18, 2017 - 4:19PM

Added standard feature value to drive 2018 Honda Accord sales. What will new and returning Honda Accord buyers get for their dollar?

Nashville Area Ford Dealership Offers a 750hp F150

By Patrick Rall on October 18, 2017 - 2:10PM

Wyatt Johnson Ford in Nashville has introduced a new high performance package for the F150 called the Outlaw WJ750, packing 750 horsepower with help from Shelby American and carrying a price tag of $74,995.

Model S Owners Report Charging Cable Theft, But Don't Know How It Happens

By Armen Hareyan on October 18, 2017 - 12:25PM

Today I read this puzzling report from a Tesla Model S owner who wrote that the Type 2 charging cable was stolen and asks how it can be possible.

2018 Subaru Impreza, Adaptive Cruise Control, EyeSight safety

How a $29K Subaru Impreza Rivals $85K BMW 7 Series

By Denis Flierl on October 18, 2017 - 8:58AM

The new Subaru Impreza compact scores Ward’s “10 Best User Experience”, and they say it rivals the BMW 7 Series.

Early money still says it is a toss-up for the “Best Car to Buy”

By Marc Stern on October 17, 2017 - 11:51PM

With the start of the 2018 model year, many outlets, websites and more are picking their finals list for the top 2018 model.

Largest Tesla Supercharger in East Coast in Manchester CT

This Is One of The Largest Superchargers On The East Coast Opening Soon

By Armen Hareyan on October 17, 2017 - 6:27PM

Her is the image of one of the the largest Tesla supercharger on the East Coast of the United States surprisingly opening in Connecticut.

Tesla Model 3 Available for Rent in Florida and The Price is High

By Armen Hareyan on October 17, 2017 - 4:29PM

You can now rent a Tesla Model 3 in Florida, listed by Turo car rental, but the price is pretty high for its category.

Hight's Camaro Wins in Texas, Capps' Charger Holds Championship Lead

By Patrick Rall on October 17, 2017 - 1:18PM

Robert Hight and his Chevrolet Camaro beat Ron Capps and his Dodge Charger in the funny car finals of the AAA Texas Fall Nationals, giving Hight his 4th win on the season, but Capps and his Mopar race car are still in the top spot in the championship chase with just two races left.

How Nissan Rogue Gets One Step Closer To Fully-Autonomous Driving

By Denis Flierl on October 17, 2017 - 11:41AM

The 2018 Nissan Rogue is the first model to get ProPILOT Assist. It’s gets you one step closer to fully autonomous driving.

Epling Garage Hellcat Challenger wheels up

Epling Garage Dodge Challenger: The 1st Hellcat in the 8s

By Patrick Rall on October 17, 2017 - 11:08AM

This past weekend, the Epling Garage Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat reset the record for the quickest quarter mile time for a Hellcat-powered car while also becoming the first Hellcat car to run in the 8-second range – and they did it with a manual transmission.

Honda CR-V goodness carried over for 2018 with one change

By Parks McCants on October 17, 2017 - 10:37AM

Honda CR-V carries over for 2018, with all the automotive goodness that made it the top selling SUV of any size when averaged over the past 20 years in the United States. Why is Honda’s 2-row so successful?

How Subaru Develops Its First EV; They Won't Go It Alone

By Denis Flierl on October 17, 2017 - 9:54AM

A new Subaru plug-in hybrid and all-electric models are coming. Subaru is fiercely independent, but they will need Toyota, Mazda and Denso to get there.

2018 Ford Mustang GT Performance Pack Adds Michelin Pilot Sport 4S Tires

By Patrick Rall on October 16, 2017 - 1:35PM

Ford Motor Company has announced that the 2018 Mustang GT with the GT Performance Package will be outfitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires, which should offer considerable advantages in grip on launch and while cornering compared to the tires on the 2017 Ford Mustang GT.

Flying Honda Civics finish 2017 Red Bull Global Rallycross Midpack

By Parks McCants on October 16, 2017 - 1:33PM

Flying Swedes and one very cool California kid push extreme sport 600 horsepower Honda Civic supercars to their limit amongst a pack of fire breathing Volkswagens and Subarus. This is Global Rallycross.

No Hellcat Dodge Challenger, Charger or Chrysler 300 for Australia

By Patrick Rall on October 16, 2017 - 1:01PM

It was recently announced that the Brampton Assembly Plant was ending production of right hand drive vehicles, effectively ending any chance of the Australian market getting the Hellcat Hemi in the Chrysler 300, the Dodge Challenger or the Dodge Charger as the company prepares to phase out those brand Down Under.

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