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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.

By Denis Flierl on October 31, 2017 - 8:56AM
Subaru’s new 2018 Forester 2.5i Black Edition doesn’t come with a 6-speed manual gearbox option. It’s all about fuel mileage.
By Armen Hareyan on October 30, 2017 - 11:08PM
What do you think where is Tesla more likely to build its largest supercharger in Europe: North, South, East or Western Europe? Tesla's largest supercharger in Europe is able to simultaneously charge 42 cars.
By Patrick Rall on October 30, 2017 - 4:34PM
Robert Hight and his John Force Racing Chevrolet Camaro funny car lost to teammate Courtney Force in the finals at this weekend’s Toyota Nationals in Las Vegas, but in making it to the semifinals, Hight was able to move into the top spot in the 2017 Funny Car Championship battle with only one event left on the season.
By Patrick Rall on October 30, 2017 - 4:01PM
One of the most powerful customer-ready Ford Mustang showcars at this week’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas is the 2018 RTR Mustang, featuring the familiar name of Ford drift racing champion Vaughn Gittin Jr – and in its most powerful iteration, this muscle car could pack upwards of 700 horsepower.
By Marc Stern on October 30, 2017 - 2:58PM
Volkswagen's 2018 three-row Atlas swept the field in this year's competition for the Cars.com Challenge 'Best 3-Row SUV'. It was followed by Chevy's Traverse, Honda's Pilot, and Toyota's Highlander.
By Armen Hareyan on October 30, 2017 - 2:24PM
In this story several current and former Nissan Leaf owners tell their stories of why they have switched to Chevy Bolt and compare their previous experiences with Nissan Leaf to Chevy Bolt now.
By Parks McCants on October 30, 2017 - 1:31PM
For NSX fans with an unlimited toy budget, this is what your Acura NSX would look and drive like. Acura and Chandler Arizona custom car builder and specialty parts facilitator ScienceofSpeed come together at SEMA Show Las Vegas with the ultimate NSX street fighter.

By Patrick Rall on October 30, 2017 - 12:39PM
Matt Hagan drove his Dodge Charger funny car to win #4 on the season this past weekend in Vegas, beating Courtney Force in the final round at the Toyota Nationals, but with a first round loss to John Force, Ron Capps slipped from the top spot in the championship race with just one event remaining.
By Parks McCants on October 30, 2017 - 11:37AM
Honda Performance Development, and Honda Power Sports announces a first for Civic Type-R enthusiasts, with other news from 2017 SEMA Show Las Vegas.

By John Goreham on October 30, 2017 - 10:41AM
We've watched the first three episodes of Wheeler Dealers without our beloved Edd China, and discovered we still love the show.
By Denis Flierl on October 30, 2017 - 8:31AM
Subaru will continue to pursue performance with the WRX and WRX STI continuing on into the next-generation. How much bigger will it be?
By Marc Stern on October 29, 2017 - 2:54PM
Lamborghini has achieved two major milestones in the production of its Aventador and Huracan models. First, Aventador reached its sixth production anniversary with its 9,000 units produced. Second, the successful Huracan reached the 9,000-unit level three years earlier than Aventador as Lambo marked the third production anniversary of the supercar.
By Denis Flierl on October 29, 2017 - 8:07AM
A report by Consumer Reports lists 3 new models to avoid. There’s new Subaru, Buick and GMC models they say to stay away from.
By Parks McCants on October 28, 2017 - 12:57PM
O.K., frankly, while driving Civic Si on the street, shifting speed doesn’t matter much. However, on the race track every millisecond counts in recording an improved lap time. In this video we’re taught a race-proven method of heel and toe, brake to throttle roll. Check it out.
By Armen Hareyan on October 28, 2017 - 11:17AM
Some 370Z owners say Nissan failed to give consumers an affordable sports car and need to find a way to reduce the cost of parts, research and developments and maintain an affordable margin for the average 370Z buyer.
By Denis Flierl on October 28, 2017 - 10:42AM
Subaru conducts improper vehicle inspection procedures on its JDM vehicles. How does this impact consumers?
By Marc Stern on October 27, 2017 - 7:21PM
There's an original Santler that is scheduled to be auctioned next week that may not be all there. The model, an 1894, is said to be the oldest car manufacturered in the U.K. Though its authenticity, down to the manufacture date, has been determined, it may not be a total original. Santlers were either steam-powered or powered by rather weak compressed coal gas engines. Instead, this one has a one-cylinder gasoline-powered Benz powerplant, dropped in when it was restored half-a-century ago.
By Patrick Rall on October 27, 2017 - 4:24PM
Although we are still enjoying Ken Block’s Climbkhana video featuring the Hoonicorn Ford Mustang, the rally racing champion is already teasing Gymkhana 10 – which is expected to launch sometime during 2018 as the greatest driving video that Block has ever offered up.
By Patrick Rall on October 27, 2017 - 3:55PM
The folks from Chevrolet Performance have taken the wraps off of the 2018 COPO Camaro drag racing package a few days early – revealing the newest race-ready muscle car ahead of its grand debut at next week’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
By Parks McCants on October 27, 2017 - 12:23PM
This week Honda reveals a very innovative, rider-centered, 2018 Honda Gold Wing. The reinvented from the frame up Gold Wing Touring may be the most evolved production touring motorcycle on Earth.
By John Goreham on October 27, 2017 - 12:15PM
The Kai Concept has the look of a new crossover, perhaps a CX-4.
By John Goreham on October 27, 2017 - 11:18AM
The Lexus Black Panther reminds us of the Trans Am screaming chicken of the 1980s.
By John Goreham on October 27, 2017 - 10:42AM
Automakers want you to think that their optional expensive headlights work better, but IIHS testing proves that is not always the case.
By Denis Flierl on October 27, 2017 - 7:51AM
Subaru unveiled their new Subaru VIZIV Performance Concept at the Tokyo Motor Show this week. Performance fans want to know one thing.
By Mary Conway on October 26, 2017 - 10:14PM
Ford is warning drivers of 2015-2017 Transit Vans to not take any chances and park outside until their vehicles can be repaired. Two vehicles have already caught fire but luckily, no injuries are reported.
By Marc Stern on October 26, 2017 - 9:39PM
Since its release during the summer the new 2018 VW Tiguan has drawn lots of praise. Now, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has recognized Tiguan's many qualities and has named it a Top Safety Pick.
By Armen Hareyan on October 26, 2017 - 2:06PM
Today on Reddit I read a story of a Tesla Model S owner, who bought his Model S less than a month ago and was hit by a drunk driver. He was asking an advice for getting it repaired and not getting ripped off by the car insurance company.

By John Goreham on October 26, 2017 - 1:45PM
At some locations, electric car charging fees are already relatively expensive. Will this trend grow?
By Patrick Rall on October 26, 2017 - 11:59AM
Some production information for the next generation Ram 1500 was offered in FCA’s 3rd quarter financial results, confirming that the 2019 truck will debut in January with production of the all-new pickup starting during the 1st quarter of the year at the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant in Michigan.
By Patrick Rall on October 26, 2017 - 11:42AM
The 2018 Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Edition will make its formal debut next week at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, but thanks to the press release from General Motors – we have all of the vital details on the next Hot Wheels Camaro.