Automotive News (Page 549)

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.

Subaru Levorg, Ash Sutton, BTCC Championship

Subaru Star Ash Sutton Becomes Youngest BTCC Champion in Modern Era

By Denis Flierl on October 2, 2017 - 7:46AM

Subaru’s star Ash Sutton is crowned the BTCC champion becoming the youngest champion in the modern era.

2018 Honda Accord 'Bests' Sedan Segment in Comfort and Turbo Performance

By Parks McCants on October 2, 2017 - 2:30AM

Last week I got behind the wheel of Honda’s latest and greatest Accord advent, and drove it to triple digits. Epic! That’s an understatement. 2018 Honda Accord "bests" the midsize near-premium sedan segment in comfort and turbo performance, and much more. This is the best Accord ever produced.

Eight Things You’ll Find in the Bed of a Honda Ridgeline

By Roger Maxwell on October 1, 2017 - 9:43PM

The original Honda Ridgeline introduced in 2005 had several unique features that separated it from other trucks. The 2018 Honda Ridgeline continues and improves upon these features while adding one really “exciting” surprise.

VW's New 6/72 Warranty Longest In Industry, Also Transferrable

By Marc Stern on October 1, 2017 - 8:03PM

With the start of the new model year, Volkswagen has extended coverage of "The People's First Warranty" on its new vehicles to six years and 72,000 miles. It is now the longest new-car warranty in the industry and it is also tranferrable if the car is traded. The new owner picks up the balance. VW had formerly used an industry-standard 3/36 warranty.

Nissan Silvia, new-generation Nissan Silvia S16, Tokyo Motor Show 2017

Is the Legendary Nissan Silvia About To Make a Comeback?

By Denis Flierl on October 1, 2017 - 7:22AM

Reports say Nissan will bring a new-generation Silvia S16 to the Tokyo Motor Show 2017. Is Nissan going to bring back their legendary sports car?

Subaru Crosstrek rally car, VW Golf rally car, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek

600HP Subaru Crosstrek Rally Car Can’t Catch Prodrive's VW Golf

By Denis Flierl on September 30, 2017 - 5:30PM

Chris Atkinson came in second at the Liupanshui rally in China driving the new 600hp Subaru Crosstrek. Guess who was driving the winning VW Golf?

2018 Subaru BRZ STI, 2018 BRZ tS, 2018 BRZ

New Japan-Spec BRZ STI Reveals 3 Upgrades Coming to 2018 Sports Coupe

By Denis Flierl on September 30, 2017 - 11:56AM

Subaru announced this week, they will unveil a new BRZ STI Sport limited edition coupe at the Tokyo Motor show. It reveals 3 upgrades coming to the 2018 BRZ.

2018 Honda Accord's Bold Grill Design Hints to Innovation

By Parks McCants on September 29, 2017 - 9:24PM

At first look, I assumed that 2018 Honda Accord's bold black out grill was gunning for Toyota’s redesigned Camry. While that’s a given, Accord's elongated grill design serves a very specific purpose or two, key to improved fuel efficiency and performance.

This Is How High Volkswagen's Dieselgate Costs Reached Due To Technical Problems

By Marc Stern on September 29, 2017 - 7:11PM

In an unexpected development Friday, Volkswagen announced that unexpected costs due to its U.S. buyback and repair program had pushed costs of its emission-control scandal past the $30 billion mark.

Modern Steel Metallic Honda Civic Touring Sedan

Honda Announces 2018 Honda Civic Coupe, Sedan, and Si

By Roger Maxwell on September 29, 2017 - 3:02PM

Today, Honda announced the 2018 Honda Civic Coupe, Sedan, and Si. Only one thing has changed.

2017 Nissan 370Z NISMO, 1969 Datsun 240Z

6 Dominant Family Traits NISMO 370Z Shares With the Original 240Z

By Denis Flierl on September 29, 2017 - 11:38AM

When Nissan (Datsun) brought out the 240Z coupe, they used six requirements to build it. That same DNA shows up big in the new Nissan NISMO 370Z sports car.

Subaru Baja, Subaru pickup, mid-size pickup, Tacoma, Colorado, Frontier, Ridgeline

Hurricanes Harvey and Irma Reveal Why Subaru Needs To Resurrect the Baja

By Denis Flierl on September 29, 2017 - 7:56AM

The midsize pickup market is booming, and Subaru needs to resurrect the Baja for North America. Would you buy one?

The All-New 2018 Honda Accord Has Left Its V6 Engine Behind

By Roger Maxwell on September 28, 2017 - 10:10PM

Honda began offering a V6 engine in the Accord in 1994. Twenty-three years later, the Accord has returned to its four-cylinder roots. Will these new four-bangers put off V6 buyers or will they gain a whole new level of respect?

Ford F250, F350 and F450 Super Duty Limited: A New Level of Luxury

By Patrick Rall on September 28, 2017 - 3:27PM

Ford Motor Company announced today that a new Limited trimline for the F250, F350 and F450 pickups will arrive for the 2018 model year, lifting the level of available luxury to a whole new level – while still offering all of the working abilities of the Super Duty lineup.

R36, The Nissan GTR’s Upcoming Tech Infused Update

By Alex Reichenbach on September 28, 2017 - 12:38PM

Nissan’s R35 GTR will be in production for an entire decade in 2018 and although it continues to be a fan favorite among the import crowd, it’s starting to show its age.

Petty's Garage Announces a 1000hp Dodge Hellcat Package

By Patrick Rall on September 28, 2017 - 12:37PM

If you have a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat or a Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat and you would like to have your supercharged Mopar muscle car beefed up by one of the biggest names in the history of American motorsports, Petty’s Garage can increase the output up over a thousand horsepower.

2 Key features ‘normalize’ 2018 Honda Accord Hybrid

By Parks McCants on September 28, 2017 - 12:36PM

To buy hybrid or go conventional? As the auto industry turns to electrification in the righteous quest for near zero emissions, greater fuel efficiency, and torque, 2018 Honda Accord “normalizes” the hybrid drive and ride experience.

What Happens To Tesla, Nissan Leaf and ICE Cars if California Bans ICE Vehicles

By Armen Hareyan on September 28, 2017 - 10:23AM

California is considering a ban on gas cars. If this becomes reality it will be both threat and opportunity for Tesla vehicles, Nissan Leaf, other EVs as well as ICE cars.

Subaru WRX STI, Subaru BRZ, Forza Motorsport 7, Fate of the Furious, Fast and Furious

Subaru’s “Fate Of The Furious” WRX STI and BRZ Are Coming to Forza 7

By Denis Flierl on September 28, 2017 - 8:29AM

Ten cars from the film "Fast and Furious" are coming to Forza Motorsport 7. The Subaru WRX STI and BRZ won’t be left out.

Porsche 911 GT2 RS set new record, lapping the ‘Ring in 6:47.3

By Marc Stern on September 27, 2017 - 11:36PM

When Porsche set out to wring out the 911 GT2 RS Coupe on the Nurburgring, a demanding and unyielding track in northwestern Germany, they had a certain lap time in mind. When the smoke had settled, though, they found they had not only beaten the time but also had decimated it by nearly 20 seconds.

Cross European Tesla Model X Adventure From Norway To Greece

By Alex Reichenbach on September 27, 2017 - 10:32PM

Tesla haters and electric skeptics all like to sight the same arguments when talking about why not to buy an electric vehicle. One of the big ones is “well what happens when you run out of power?” The answer is nothing really. You don’t unless you are extremely careless or unlucky. And If that’s the case well, yeah, you’re in a bit of a situation.

VW retains ABT Schaeffler team for 2017-18 Formula E season

By Marc Stern on September 27, 2017 - 5:55PM

After pullling out of enduro racing last year in favor of Formula E(electric) campaigning, Volkswagen announced its factory works team for the racing series. VW will retain its current team -- Abt Schaeffler -- as the factory works unit.

Building the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Online

By Patrick Rall on September 27, 2017 - 4:32PM

We previously reported that every 2018 Chevrolet Corvette would cost $45 more than the comparable 2017 model and today, we take a closer look at the pricing of the 2018 Z06 – as I build my ideal supercharged Corvette on Chevrolet.com.

Electric Vehicles Are Upsetting the Used Car Market - Here's Why

By John Goreham on September 27, 2017 - 2:07PM

Electric Vehicles have not gone mainstream yet, but the used car market offers a clue to their future.

Liberty Walk Makes the 2017 Ford Mustang a Whole Lot Wider

By Patrick Rall on September 27, 2017 - 2:07PM

The folks at Liberty Walk have introduced their widebody kit for the 2015-2017 Ford Mustang and just as you might expect, the package is far from subtle – with dramatic flares over all four wheels, a unique hood and some other prominent body bits adding a far more aggressive look to the modern pony car.

Here Are Some 9 New Color Requests for Tesla Model 3

By Armen Hareyan on September 27, 2017 - 12:18PM

New colors of Tesla Model 3 have emerged online, but those are only color requests by Model 3 fans.

This One New Subaru Forester Feature Even Lowers Your Car’s Carbon Footprint

By Denis Flierl on September 27, 2017 - 10:56AM

The 2018 Subaru Forester makes its European launch. Here’s how it keeps global families safer and even lowers your car's carbon footprint.

2020 Subaru WRX STI, next-generation WRX STI, 2020 Subaru WRX

New Subaru VIZIV Teaser Reveals More Of The Next-Generation WRX/STI

By Denis Flierl on September 27, 2017 - 8:08AM

The new Subaru VIZIV Performance Concept teaser reveals what could be the next-generation WRX/STI. Be cautious if you like the design.

Porsche Adds Plug-in Hybrid To Panamera Sport Turismo Line

By Marc Stern on September 26, 2017 - 11:28PM

Moving ahead with its overall plan to add electric vehicles -- mild hybrid, full hybrid or full electric -- Porsche, a subsidiary of Volkswagen, will add a plug-in hybrid to its Panamera Sport Turismo line.

How Nissan Z Stayed Young After 50 Years of Production

By Alex Reichenbach on September 26, 2017 - 10:19PM

In 2018 the Nissan Z will turn 50 and that’s old compared to most models. So how has such an old car managed to stay so young at heart? Let’s dive into the history of just what makes the Nissan Z can so special.

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