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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, IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+

Subaru WRX Is Safest Compact Performance Car In America; Why Not STI?

By Denis Flierl on December 8, 2017 - 6:51AM

The 2018 Subaru WRX is now the safest compact performance car in America. Why not STI and how does it compare with the competition?

New Toyota extended warranty coverage for '05-2011 Tacoma driveshafts.

New Toyota Tacoma Warranty Extension For Universal Joint & Prop Shaft Vibrations 2005-2011

By John Goreham on December 7, 2017 - 4:51PM

Toyota is extending the warranty on Tacoma driveshafts for some customers who experience vibrations and shudders. Details here.

Lexus to take on Land Rover and Jaguar crossovers.

New Lexus Crossover Will Challenge Land Rover, Jaguar

By John Goreham on December 7, 2017 - 4:19PM

Lexus' new LF-1 Limitless crossover will be a flagship offering to go after the luxury market.

This Nissan Leaf May Become The First Driverless Taxi Next Year

By Armen Hareyan on December 7, 2017 - 1:49PM

Would you use a taxi that has no driver? It's going to be called a Nissan Leaf Easy Ride. Nissan and DeNA will recruit participants for a field test of the Easy Ride mobility service in Yokohama, Japan, from today until Jan. 15.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, what's best new or used

What’s Best? New or Used Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl on December 7, 2017 - 7:45AM

Is it better for urban SUV and crossover buyers to buy a new 2018 Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek or used?

2019 Subaru Ascent 3-Row Crossover, New Subaru SUV, LA Auto show, When is it available

What Is New Subaru Ascent "VDC" and Why Families Want It

By Denis Flierl on December 7, 2017 - 7:00AM

The all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent gets a technology called VDC. What is it and why do families want it?

Why Ex-VW exec receives 7 years, $400,000 fine for role in Dieselgate

By Marc Stern on December 6, 2017 - 8:46PM

A former Volkswagen executive, nabbed while he was trying to leave the country last January following a vacation trip to Florida, was sentenced to 7 years in prison and fined $400,000 for his role in Dieselgate.

Toyota's Scout Nav App vs. Android Auto and Apple Car Play

Toyota's Scout Navigation App vs. Android Auto and Apple Car Play

By John Goreham on December 6, 2017 - 4:14PM

We look at the ratings and functionality of Toyota's navigation app partner, Scout, and compare it to Apple Car Play and Android Auto's navigation ratings.

Tesla superchargers in Greensboro Sheetz gas station

Why Sheetz Tesla Supercharger Combo Is a Good News and Expanding

By Armen Hareyan on December 6, 2017 - 3:42PM

Sheetz, which recently started adding Tesla Superchargers to its gas stations now expand further first superchargers already spotted in Sheets locations in Greensboro, NC.

Tesla Model X vs Deer

By Armen Hareyan on December 6, 2017 - 3:14PM

Durability of this Tesla Model X was tested when the owner hit a deer on the road. The damage to the car doesn't seem to be very bad.

Chevy Bolt and Tesla Model 3 and EV Tax Credit

What Happens If The EV Tax Credit Bill Gets Signed Before The Year End

By Armen Hareyan on December 6, 2017 - 2:33PM

There has been a lot of discussion about the Electric Vehicle Tax Credit Bill, which will soon end the EV tax credit for Nissan Leaf, Tesla Model S, Model 3, Chevy Bolt and other EV buyers. What happens if it gets signed before the year end.

2018 Subaru Impreza, Impreza sedan, Impreza 5-Door, “Most Loved” Midsize Car in America, Strategic Vision

4 Reasons Why Subaru Impreza is Now “Most Loved” Mid-Size Car in America

By Denis Flierl on December 6, 2017 - 8:26AM

There’s 4 reasons why new Subaru Impreza wins Strategic Vision “Most Loved” Mid-Size Car in America award. They also scored the Most Loved Mass-Market Brand in America.

Led by SUVs, Audi sets 83rd straight sales record in November

By Marc Stern on December 5, 2017 - 11:17PM

For the 83rd straight month, Audi has set another sales record, led by crossovers and SUVs. The all-new Q5 and Q7, as well as the A5 Sportback helped to push sales toward the record.

The Chevrolet Corvette is the Most Loved Car in America for 2017

By Patrick Rall on December 5, 2017 - 3:39PM

The polling experts at Strategic Vision have published their list of the Most Loved Vehicles in America and with the highest scores among all of the cars honored this year, the Corvette coupe and convertible team up to serve as the top two Most Loved Cars in America.

Dodge Charger Named One of the Most Loved Vehicles in America

By Patrick Rall on December 5, 2017 - 3:02PM

The Dodge Charger has been named one of the Most Loved Vehicles in America by Strategic Vision, marking the 4th-straight year where the sporty Mopar sedan led the full-sized car class in terms of how much their owners love their vehicles.

Why some say Cherokee XJs are not real Jeeps

By Armen Hareyan on December 5, 2017 - 1:42PM

Today I read an interesting discussion in Jeep Cherokee XJ group on Facebook, where one Cherokee XJ owner was asking the group members that he keeps hearing sometimes that Cherokee XJs are not real Jeeps. Why do people say that?

Chevy Bolt EV launch succeeds, Tesla's Model 3 launch fails.

Chevy Demonstrates A Proper Electric Vehicle Launch With Bolt Success, Tesla Falls Flat

By John Goreham on December 5, 2017 - 1:40PM

By contrast to Tesla's failed Model 3 launch, the Chevy team has demonstrated how to launch a modern EV.

2018 Ford F250, F450 and F450 Diesels Offer Class-Leading Horsepower and Torque

By Patrick Rall on December 5, 2017 - 1:08PM

Ford Motor Company has just announced the power ratings for the 2018 F250, F350 and F450 and with a combination of 450hp and 935lb-ft of torque – the newest Super Duty is the most powerful truck in the segment in terms of both horsepower and torque.

Ford Recalls 2016 F150, Explorer for Front Seat Problems

By Patrick Rall on December 5, 2017 - 11:36AM

Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of the 2016 F150 and the 2016 Explorer over a concern that a bolt for the front power seat adjuster may fall out – leading to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.

Despite slow November, VW sales continue their upswing

By Marc Stern on December 5, 2017 - 11:30AM

It has been a year since Volkswagen's sales turned around in earnest. Just 12 months ago, the automaker began to see the Dieselgate scandal receding in its rearview as sales started trending upward. Now, after a year of strong sales, VW has moved on.

2018 Nissan LEAF, EV revolution, global climate change, New LEAF

First 2018 Nissan LEAF Rolls Off Assembly Line; Is LEAF NISMO Far Behind?

By Denis Flierl on December 5, 2017 - 11:19AM

The first 2018 Nissan LEAF rolls off the line in Tennessee. Is a LEAF NISMO hot hatch far behind?

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, highest safety awards, NCAP, IIHS

New Subaru Crosstrek Gets Crashed Again; Why Global Consumers Win

By Denis Flierl on December 5, 2017 - 9:53AM

Subaru keeps improving crash protection in the new 2018 Crosstrek and getting awards, but consumers are the real winners.

Hot selling Honda Pilot arrives at dealers this week with one small change

By Parks McCants on December 4, 2017 - 10:03PM

With production ramping up for Honda Pilot, dealership availability should meet consumer demand demonstrated in November with a 57.2% sales increase for Pilot. We note one small change for 2018.

2018 Toyota Camry outells Accord by 36% in November.

Buyers Flock To Newly Redesigned 2018 Toyota Camry - Accord Falls Back

By John Goreham on December 4, 2017 - 4:02PM

Timing, they say, is everything. A quick look at the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord Sales proves the point.

The Lamborghini Urus Arrives to Struggle with the Jeep Trackhawk

By Patrick Rall on December 4, 2017 - 1:20PM

After years of waiting, the Lamborghini Urus high performance SUV was finally introduced today and as the newest competitor to the Hellcat Hemi-powered Jeep Trackhawk, Lambo’s first modern super-SUV could have a tough time beating the supercharged Grand Cherokee.

Which Mode Nissan Leaf Owners Use The Most and Why

By Armen Hareyan on December 4, 2017 - 11:20AM

If you are a Nissan Leaf owner you know that Nissan LEAF offers 4 distinct drive modes on its upper two trim levels - Drive, Drive ECO, B-mode, and B-mode with ECO. Which of these modes do Nissan Leaf owners use primarily.

Tesla Model 3 offcial EPA data - How does it compare to competitors?

Tesla Model 3 EPA Info; Does It Stack Up To Bolt, Prime and Ioniq?

By John Goreham on December 4, 2017 - 10:02AM

The four-month delay of Tesla's official EPA data is finally over. Here's how the EV stacks up to other modern designs according to the EPA.

2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE, Hennessey Performance, Exorcist

Watch Hammer Down Delivery of 1000HP “Exorcist” ZL1 1LE To Customer [Video]

By Denis Flierl on December 4, 2017 - 8:35AM

What’s got 1000hp and is called the Exorcist? It’s the new Hennessey Chevy Camaro ZL1 1LE Exorcist. [Video]

New Subaru Ascent Breaks Cover: When Can You Get One?

By Denis Flierl on December 4, 2017 - 7:22AM

What’s the number one question Subaru dealers are getting? When can we get the new 2019 Subaru Ascent?

Recall Announced for 2017 Honda Civic Coupe and Sedan

By Parks McCants on December 3, 2017 - 2:40PM

American Honda announces a low volume recall for 2017 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe, is your car included?

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