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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 Ford Mustang Bullitt Window Sticker Surfaces Online

By Patrick Rall on October 5, 2017 - 3:57PM

A window sticker for a 2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt has surfaced online, suggesting that the famed Bullitt Mustang will return for the 2018 model year – supporting rumors from earlier this year that there was a new special edition dark green Mustang on the way.

Malcolm Zack's Stock-Powered Hellcat Challenger Runs a 10.39 Quarter Mile

By Patrick Rall on October 5, 2017 - 1:30PM

Last month we brought you the story of Malcolm Zack, who drove his stock-powered Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat to a stock-powered Hellcat record when he ran a 10.47, but this past weekend, Zack broke his own record, laying down an awesome 10.39 at 135.58 miles per hour.

Here’s Why You Will Pay Attention to Kia; New Stinger is Hot and Loud

By Denis Flierl on October 5, 2017 - 11:23AM

You better pay attention to the Kia brand because they are on the move. Check out the hot new Kia Stinger.

Honda's Bold Move: Turbos in Every 2018 Accord

By Roger Maxwell on October 5, 2017 - 10:05AM

Honda swapped both naturally-aspirated engines in the 2018 Accord for two, smaller turbocharged engines. Is there reason for concern?

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, plug-in hybrid, all-electric, new Subaru EV

Breaking: Subaru to Join New EV Partnership With Toyota and Mazda

By Denis Flierl on October 5, 2017 - 7:47AM

Subaru Corporation will join an EV partnership with Toyota and Mazda. When will Subaru unveil their new all-electric vehicle?

Old-School Honda Si Fans Look to 2018 Acura ILX For a No Turbo Joy Ride

By Parks McCants on October 5, 2017 - 12:42AM

It’s that i-VTEC exhaust tune note that only a high-revving naturally aspirated Honda 4 banger can make that drives old-school Civic Si fans away from the next generation turbocharged engine. In rolls the 2018 Acura ILX.

Porsche Continues Its Solid Sales Growth; 5,059 Vehicles Delivered in September

By Marc Stern on October 5, 2017 - 12:02AM

Porsche continued its solid sales growth in September as the automaker reported increases in deliveries in nearly all of its lines. Only the Cayenne was down a bit.

2018 Acura ILX Special Edition Presents Affordable Race Inspired Features

By Parks McCants on October 4, 2017 - 11:39PM

For 2018, Acura’s portal sedan comes to dealerships this week with a new trim option. In effect, Acura brings it’s ‘A Game’ to ILX, an affordable premium compact sedan that gives the competition a run for the standard feature value, with an injection of race inspired features.

Yes, There Is a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT

By Patrick Rall on October 4, 2017 - 4:05PM

Some people seem to believe the arrival of the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk led to the end of the Grand Cherokee SRT, but that is not the case at all, as there is a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT with the 475 horsepower, 6.4L Hemi – serving as a sort of entry-level super sport utility vehicle below the 707hp Trackhawk.

Saleen Teases their 2018 Ford Mustang Packages

By Patrick Rall on October 4, 2017 - 1:17PM

Steve Saleen and his team of high performance experts are well known for their aftermarket tuning efforts with the Ford Mustang and while we don’t have any concrete details – the company recently introduced the first image and the brief details of the 2018 Saleen Mustang.

Toyota Buddies Up With Mazda and Denso On Electric Vehicles

By John Goreham on October 4, 2017 - 1:16PM

Toyota builds a posse to go after future EV sales.

Tesla: Massive Success With Model 3 vs Making Niche Cars

By Armen Hareyan on October 4, 2017 - 12:43PM

Today as I scanning the Tesla discussions in forums and groups I noticed an interesting opinion, which claimed that Tesla will have more success with niche cars vs going mass market with Model 3, despite Model 3's success. Here is the loginc behind this claim and how Tesla CEO meets at least one of his goals no matter what.

2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, SEMA Show 2017

Rockstar Energy Moab Extreme Off-roader Santa Fe Sport Concept; Whew!

By Denis Flierl on October 4, 2017 - 12:29PM

It could be the longest vehicle name in the history of autos, but it’s a cool off-road concept vehicle using the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport as the platform. It's coming to SEMA 2017.

Tesla's Advantages and Disadvantages After Every Carmaker Goes Electric

By Armen Hareyan on October 4, 2017 - 11:38AM

Recently one automaker after another made announcements about their electric vehicle plans and it seems that all of them will eventually go electric. If they do Tesla, a clear leader with Nissan Leaf and Chevy Bolt will have certain advantages, but also disadvantages.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru Impreza, new-generation Subaru

Why These 2 New-Generation Subarus Are Blowing Up the Entire Lineup

By Denis Flierl on October 4, 2017 - 8:27AM

Buyers are responding to the new-generation 2018 Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza models in a big way. What’s up with the new-gen models?

2018 Honda Accord Sport 2.0T Is No Threat to Civic Type R, But Comparison to Civic Si

By Roger Maxwell on October 4, 2017 - 12:42AM

Imagine a more powerful version of the Civic Si or a more luxurious version of the Civic Type R. Could Honda’s newly-announced 2018 Accord Sport 2.0T be a worthy compromise?

Audi’s Record Sales Run Hits 81 Months In September

By Marc Stern on October 3, 2017 - 11:25PM

Audi's steady sales pace has resulted in another monthly record in September. The automaker set its 81st straight monthly sales record, led by deliveries of the all-new Q5, the Q7 and the A5 Sportback.

David Crockett's Supercharged Dodge Challenger Sets another Quarter Mile Record

By Patrick Rall on October 3, 2017 - 4:06PM

Last month, we brought you the news of David Crockett’s 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 setting the record for the quickest quarter mile time for a modern Mopar with a clutch-controlled manual transmission, but this past weekend, Crockett and his street-driven Challenger smashed his own record – laying down a 9.28 at 151.98 miles per hour.

Green Mercedes-AMG GT R In The Middle of American Trucks

By Armen Hareyan on October 3, 2017 - 4:01PM

What is the Mercedes-AMG GT R doing in the in the middle of all these awesome American trucks?

Chevrolet Camaro Surges, Dodge Challenger Drops in September Sales

By Patrick Rall on October 3, 2017 - 2:51PM

The Chevrolet Camaro had a big month in September while the Dodge Challenger fell far from the month before and the Ford Mustang stayed relatively steady – allowing the Camaro to lead the muscle car monthly sales race for the 2nd time this year.

Nissan Turns Over a New LEAF; Check Out the Hot LEAF NISMO Hatch

By Denis Flierl on October 3, 2017 - 1:05PM

Nissan has revealed a new LEAF NISMO concept hot hatch. This is one model we hope they bring to production.

Why GM is charging ahead into electric vehicles

By Mary Conway on October 3, 2017 - 1:03PM

General Motors announced it is planning 20 new electric vehicles. What does this announcement really mean for customers?

Tesla Model S Sales Surprise

By John Goreham on October 3, 2017 - 11:40AM

As Tesla's Model 3 flounders, the Model S shines.

2018 Ford Mustang GT 10-Speed Transmission Improves Fuel Economy

By Patrick Rall on October 3, 2017 - 10:32AM

A window sticker for a 2018 Ford Mustang GT with the new 10-speed automatic transmission has surfaced online and as expected, the newest pony car offers slightly better fuel economy thanks to the new gearbox even though the engine offers more power than the 2017 models.

Pickup truck sales through the roof in September.

Pickup Truck Sales Surge After Harvey and Irma's Wrath

By John Goreham on October 3, 2017 - 10:12AM

Two incredible storms wiped out a huge number of vehicles in the past two months. Now, Pickup truck sales are showing America's preference for replacing those vehicles.

2018 Nissan Frontier, 2017 Nissan Frontier, Toyota Tacoma, Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon, Honda Ridgeline

Nissan Announces Frontier Pricing; New Midnight Edition Is Only Excitement

By Denis Flierl on October 3, 2017 - 10:00AM

Nissan just announced U.S. pricing for the 2018 Nissan Frontier mid-size pickup. The new Midnight Edition is the only new excitement for MY2018.

2018 Subaru Ascent, Subaru 3-Row SUV, new Subaru 3-Row Crossover, Los Angeles Auto Show 2017

Announced: New Subaru Ascent Will Make Global Debut at LA Auto Show

By Denis Flierl on October 3, 2017 - 8:03AM

It’s just been announced, Subaru will unveil their new 2018 Ascent 3-Row Crossover at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Why is it a big deal for Subaru?

Like Amarok Pickup, Subcompact VW Polo Won’t Be Offered In U.S., But It’s Quite A Car

By Marc Stern on October 3, 2017 - 12:10AM

Some of Volkswagen's more interesting vehicles never make it to the U.S. market. For example, the Amarok pickup isn't sold here though it would likely give the established pickups a run for the money. So to would the new Polo which is now a key vehicle in the automaker's sales plans.

Tesla Model 3 Sales One-tenth of What Was Promised

By John Goreham on October 2, 2017 - 10:30PM

Stop us if you've heard this one before, Tesla just missed its delivery promise.

Toyota Tacoma may one day be offered as a hybrid.

Toyota Tacoma Hybrid Pickup Truck Back On the Table

By John Goreham on October 2, 2017 - 9:41PM

Toyota's Tacoma may well get a hybrid engine after all.

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