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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 WRX, accessories

By Denis Flierl on November 12, 2017 - 8:19AM

Here’s the most popular 2018 Subaru WRX and WRX STI accessories to personalize and make your performance car fit your lifestyle.

Hennessey Venom F5, SEMA Show 2017, world's fastest production car

Hennessey Keeps New Venom F5 Engine a Secret

By Denis Flierl on November 11, 2017 - 5:47PM

John Hennessey won’t reveal what engine will power the Venom F5. He does say it pumps out over 1,600hp and will run some very special tires.

Dieselgate seems to be the scandal the keeps on giving; new VW probe possible

By Marc Stern on November 11, 2017 - 11:46AM

Volkswagen may be the subject of a new allegation of insider information disclosure as the Dieselgate emissions scam remains in the headlines more than two years following its disclosure.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, safest vehicles, cars with best resale value

Subaru Crosstrek: Safest Crossover With Highest Resale Value in America

By Denis Flierl on November 11, 2017 - 8:42AM

Looking for the safest car with the highest resale value? The 2018 Subaru Crosstrek is #1 in America.

Excellent Chevy Bolt Video Review and Road Test by Alex on Autos

By Armen Hareyan on November 10, 2017 - 10:05PM

With 238+ miles of electric range, an affordable sticker price and better acceleration than your average compact hatchback the Bolt is the first no-compromises EV in America. There may be snazzier EVs, there may be faster EVs and there may be more comfortable EVs, but none of the other options offers the blend of features, price, range and of course universal availability that we see in the Chevy Bolt.

What is so great about 2017 Civic Type-R?

By Parks McCants on November 10, 2017 - 9:12PM

We come across a rather long and windy country road ran video of Honda Civic Type-R with YouTuber’ ThrobbNation at the wheel. So, what is so great about 2017 Civic Type-R?

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How to Customize 2018 Honda Accord Driver Attention Monitor Settings

By Parks McCants on November 10, 2017 - 8:23PM

Your 2018 Honda Accord is the most tech-advanced offering in the brands 4 decade history. What’s that cup-of-coffee icon on your monitor telling you, and how do you turn it off? Learn how to customize Driver Attention Monitor settings.

This Company Turns Tesla Model S to Run on Hydrogen Reaching 600-1200 Range

By Armen Hareyan on November 10, 2017 - 3:46PM

The authors of the project, run by Dutch Holthausen Group, assure that they have already conducted an experiment on the conversion of second-hand Tesla Model S to hydrogen, but do not yet disclose the details.

2019 Corvette ZR1 Roars in Debut Teaser Video

By Patrick Rall on November 10, 2017 - 2:38PM

General Motors still hasn’t had a whole lot to say about the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 since the car leaked on the December cover of Car & Driver magazine, but the video below officially announces that the new supercar will be introduced on November 12th – along with giving us our first chance to hear the new LT5 roar.

Red Tesla Model S with Chill and Easy Entry modes

Tesla's Newest Driving Modes Chill, Easy Entry and What They Do

By Armen Hareyan on November 10, 2017 - 1:41PM

Tesla has released a software update for its electric vehicles, which introduces two interesting functions. One of the updates is called "Chill" mode, while the other is called "Easy Entry" mode.

Your Car Stinks In Snow - Here's How To Fix It

By John Goreham on November 10, 2017 - 12:52PM

If your car is terrible in snow, it can be fixed. Here's how.

Debunking Myth Shows Why Tesla Pollutes Environment More Than Mitsubishi Mirage

By Armen Hareyan on November 10, 2017 - 12:33PM

Conclusion, reached by the MIT researchers show that Tesla Model S can emit more lifetime CO2 than an supermini Mitsubishi Mirage, powered by internal combustion engine.

2017 Lexus GS F Review - 8 Cylinders, RWD, Big Brakes and Bigger Smiles

By John Goreham on November 10, 2017 - 10:42AM

We test the V8-powered 2017 Lexus GS F and come away with perma-grin.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru Impreza

Why Millennials Are Flocking To New Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza Models

By Denis Flierl on November 10, 2017 - 7:28AM

The new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza models are on fire. Millennials are drawn to the models partly because of the brand’s philanthropy.

Video Shows Tesla Model 3 Vehicles Being Delivered On a Truck

By Armen Hareyan on November 9, 2017 - 10:48PM

People already note Tesla Model 3 electric vehicles being transported to first customers on an open-carrier delivery truck.

Worldwide VW sales continue their strong growth in October

By Marc Stern on November 9, 2017 - 9:46PM

Volkswagen continues to put its diesel emissions tampering farther back in the rearview as the automaker reported its strongest October ever.

2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: Price, Weight and Other Key Details

By Patrick Rall on November 9, 2017 - 3:12PM

After getting our first look at the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 via the leaked Car & Driver cover, more details from the article inside of the magazine have arrived online – offering us information on the price, the torque levels, the curb weight and many of the other features which make this C7 better than the Z06.

2018 Ram 1500 Hydro Blue Sport front 3/4

Meet the 2018 Ram 1500 Hydro Blue Sport

By Patrick Rall on November 9, 2017 - 1:07PM

FCA has introduced the final special edition Ram 1500 Sport model for 2018 with debut of the gorgeous Hydro Blue Sport package shown above – an appearance package that combines a unique blue with black accents to create one great looking pickup.

November Hellcat of the Month: Pedro Colon's 2015 Charger

By Patrick Rall on November 9, 2017 - 12:27PM

The November Hellcat of the Month as picked by the members of the SRT Hellcat and Demon Facebook Group is the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat shown above, owned by Pedro Colon.

Honda Racing Evasive Action Video Could Save Lives on the Street

By Parks McCants on November 9, 2017 - 12:20PM

From HPD’s (Honda Performance Development) road racing driver’s club, ‘Safe is Fast’ comes an evasive maneuver tutorial that all performance drivers will benefit from. That great save you witness on the racetrack is much more than luck -- street drivers, heads up, this is for you too.

Self driving shuttle crashes immediately after its launch.

Self-Driving Shuttle Vehicle Crashes In Las Vegas Immediately After Launch

By John Goreham on November 9, 2017 - 9:36AM

A self-driving shuttle in Las Vegas crashed almost immediately after its first trip began. Here's what passengers say could have prevented the crash.

2018 Subaru Outback, replacing your cabin air filter

Why Subaru Owners Should Change Their Cabin Air Filter Now Before Winter Hits

By Denis Flierl on November 9, 2017 - 8:43AM

Why is it more important for adventurous Subaru owners to change their car’s cabin air filter now before winter hits?

Former GM Vice Chairman Bob Lutz Predicts Cars Will Be Outlawed - Timeline

By John Goreham on November 8, 2017 - 1:00PM

General Motors' former Vice Chairman Bob Lutz has gone on the record predicting private cars will be outlawed on public roads. Listen to his points before you discount this prediction.

The 750hp 2019 Corvette ZR1 Leaked by Car & Driver

By Patrick Rall on November 8, 2017 - 12:29PM

We don’t know for sure when the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 will make its formal debut, but the 750 horsepower supercar has been leaked on the cover of the December issue of Car & Driver magazine – finally putting to rest all of the rumors about the next step in the evolution of the C7.

2018 Jeep Wrangler Interior Unveiled Online

By Patrick Rall on November 8, 2017 - 12:02PM

FCA has offered up the image above of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler interior, giving us our first chance to check out the cockpit of the redesigned sport utility vehicle ahead of the Los Angeles Auto Show debut later this month.

BMW Launches First-Ever Exclusive Higher-Performance M3 CS

By Denis Flierl on November 8, 2017 - 8:29AM

BMW is launching a new limited-run special edition M3 CS. It’s ultra-exclusive and comes with higher performance.

How to test drive all new 2018 Nissan Leaf

Nissan's Special Website Schedules Test Drives for New Nissan Leaf

By Armen Hareyan on November 8, 2017 - 8:21AM

Nissan invites everyone to test drive the new 2018 Nissan Leaf. All you need to do is to go to Allnewleafdrive.com and register. You will be notified when your test drive date is. It's not through Nissan dealerships.

2018 Subaru Outback Limited, Smart Edition, Tokyo Motor Show 2017

Subaru Outback Limited Smart Edition Steps Up Luxury a Few More Notches

By Denis Flierl on November 8, 2017 - 7:33AM

Subaru brings a 2018 Subaru Outback Limited Smart Edition to the Tokyo Motor Show 2017. The wagon steps up the luxury.

Which luxury brand sweeps IIHS field? Audi

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

Audi has swept the luxury field in this year's Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) ratings of luxury sedans, SUVs and crossovers.

Video walk around captures the essence of 2018 Civic Type-R

By Parks McCants on November 7, 2017 - 9:08PM

I can write about Honda’s latest and greatest turbocharged performance hatchback till the proverbial cows come home. True, I’ve made a video or two. But it never hurts to take a second serious look at 2018 Civic Type-R. The attached video captures the essence that is Honda Civic Type-R.

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