Automotive News (Page 566)

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.

Modern gasoline engines surpass diesel in petroleum efficiency, performance, and CO2 production, as a comparison between the 2017 Honda Civic and Chevy Cruze diesel illustrates.

Chevy Cruze Diesel vs. Honda Civic Gas - Petroleum Use, CO2 and Performance

By John Goreham on July 24, 2017 - 12:27PM

Modern gasoline engines surpass diesel in petroleum efficiency, performance, and CO2 production, as a comparison between the 2017 Honda Civic and Chevy Cruze diesel illustrates.

Hyundai Working with Kakao on Hands-Free AI: Here's What It Does

By Tim Healey on July 24, 2017 - 12:01PM

Hyundai and Korean tech firm Kakao have signed a deal to put its hands-free AI systems in Hyundai vehicles.

U.S. News & World Report Autos chose the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider over the Mazda Miata in its Best Cars For the Money.

2017 Fiat 124 Spider Beats Mazda Miata In U.S. News Contest - The Odd Reason Why

By John Goreham on July 24, 2017 - 11:07AM

U.S. News & World Report Autos chose the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider over the Mazda Miata in its Best Cars For the Money.

Dieselgate’s Specter Haunts VW, Others As EU Looks Into Possible Diesel Emissions Collusion

By Marc Stern on July 24, 2017 - 10:36AM

Volkswagen's leaders hurriedly called a meeting of its supervisory board to look into allegations that the European Commission is probing reports of cartel-like actions on the part of automakers on diesel emissions.

One traffic stop illustrates perfectly why dark tinted vehicle glass and your license plate may get you pulled over.

Routine Florida Traffic Stop Highlights Two Controversial Vehicle Privacy Issues

By John Goreham on July 24, 2017 - 10:29AM

One traffic stop illustrates perfectly why dark tinted vehicle glass and your license plate may get you pulled over.

Genesis G80 Sport Up for Design Award

By Tim Healey on July 23, 2017 - 8:42PM

The Genesis G80 is a finalist in the 2017 International Design Excellence Awards.

Mazda, Ford Look to Be Removed from Recall

By Tim Healey on July 23, 2017 - 8:04PM

An airbag recall involving supplier Takata has been expanded, and Ford and Mazda are looking to be removed from it.

Hyundai Trying to Speed Self-Driving Tech

By Tim Healey on July 23, 2017 - 5:11PM

Like all automakers, Hyundai is working on self-driving technology.

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Pastrana Wins NEFR After Both Subaru WRX STIs Are Damaged On The Same Rock

By Denis Flierl on July 23, 2017 - 8:04AM

Pastrana edges Higgins’ 2017 Subaru WRX STI for the win at NEFR this weekend. Ironically, both cars are damaged on the same rock.

Audi Sticks With Diesel While Rest of VW Drives Hard for Electrics

By Marc Stern on July 22, 2017 - 10:38PM

Even as Volkswagen works towards its 30 electric vehicles across its subsidiaries by 2025, Audi is taking an additional tack. While it does have its own electrics in the work, the automaker is still convinced that diesel power has a major future and it is working on it.

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Here’s Why Subaru’s Wild WRX STI Record NBR Run Is A Boon For Consumers

By Denis Flierl on July 22, 2017 - 12:06PM

Why does Subaru keep setting records with their WRX STI? It’s good for consumers when they do.

New Video Shows Tesla Model 3 Slightly Passing Through Highway

By Armen Hareyan on July 22, 2017 - 8:11AM

You can't amaze anyone by showing a Tesla Model 3 videos or new sightings as this widely anticipated EV is already being seen more and more on the roads of California. Here is another nice tweet video showing a Tesla Model 3 passing through the highway.

Genesis G70 Prototype Spotted in the California Desert

By Tim Healey on July 21, 2017 - 3:18PM

Spy shots out of California appear to show the Genesis G70 sedan, which will slot below the G80 and G90.

Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR Sets Fastest-Ever Lap For A Sedan At The ‘Ring’

By Denis Flierl on July 21, 2017 - 2:52PM

The 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR has set a Nurburgring record. It’s the fastest-ever sedan on the 'Ring'.

Roadkill Nights by Dodge Introduces Racer Application Program

By Patrick Rall on July 21, 2017 - 12:25PM

A few weeks back we brought you the news that for the second year in a row, Dodge will sponsor legal street racing on Detroit’s Woodward Ave as part of the Roadkill Nights automotive festival and to help make this year the best ever, racers who want to participate have to fill out an application and be chosen by the Roadkill crew – and I think that it is a great move.

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Look For A New "Hands On" Feature With The New-Generation Nissan Frontier

By Denis Flierl on July 21, 2017 - 12:25PM

The new-generation Nissan Frontier isn’t here yet, but when it arrives, you could see this new feature on the mid-size pickup.

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Here’s How New 2018 Subaru Impreza Lights It Up On A Rainy Day

By Denis Flierl on July 21, 2017 - 10:02AM

The new 2018 Subaru Impreza is ready to launch in the US. Here’s how the new model will light it up in the rain.

Foremidable Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR is Ready to Demolish Nurburgring Record

By Denis Flierl on July 21, 2017 - 7:53AM

The Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR, which took first in class at the Goodwood Festival of Speed hill climb is ready for its return to the Nordschleife. Can Subaru set a new record?

Porsche To Change Direction as It Readies Pure Electrics For Its Product Mix

By Marc Stern on July 20, 2017 - 8:38PM

Change is in the air at Porsche. The high-performance automaker and key portion of Volkswagen's bottom line is looking at adding pure electrics to its lineup, as well as sharing platforms to increase vehicle diversity.

Buick adds more power to the 2018 Buick Regal GS

By Mary Conway on July 20, 2017 - 5:04PM

Buick is promising that the 2018 Buick Regal GS is the most powerful we have seen in years. The sporty Buick Regal GS will have 310 horsepower.

Nissan Leaf Owners Discuss More Cons Than Pros About e-Pedal

By Armen Hareyan on July 20, 2017 - 3:00PM

Yesterday, when I covered the news about the 2018 Nissan Leaf having a special feature called e-Pedal I shared the story in few social groups for discussion. Not everyone is enthused about the Leaf e-Pedal and they raise these questions.

Important fuel related recall for 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid

By Parks McCants on July 20, 2017 - 2:57PM

Your 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid may be included in this small volume yet important fuel-system-related safety recall.

Why is Hyundai Trademarking GT Name for Genesis Brand

By Tim Healey on July 20, 2017 - 2:55PM

A new report claims Hyundai has trademarked the “GT” designation for its Genesis luxury brand.

Porsche Studies Fate of Diesel Power in its Vehicles

By Marc Stern on July 20, 2017 - 2:48PM

Porsche may drop diesel power from its lineup entirely by the end of the decade. The automaker, stung by the diesel emissions scandal that has had tremendous impact on VW, Porsche's parent, plans to include a diesel model in its 2018 Cayenne, slated for release in September.

The Ford F150 Police Responder is the 1st Pursuit Rated Pickup

By Patrick Rall on July 20, 2017 - 2:37PM

Ford Motor Company has expanded their police-ready offerings with the new Ford F150 Police Responder, which is the first pursuit-rated pickup from the Blue Oval – joining the Taurus Interceptor, the Explorer Interceptor and the Fusion Hybrid Police Responder in Ford’s fleet of high speed service vehicles.

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The New Dodge Viper Nurburgring Record Attempt is Underway

By Patrick Rall on July 20, 2017 - 1:44PM

Last month we reported that the crowdsourced funding program to send the newest Dodge Viper ACR to the Nürburgring for a record run attempt had succeeded and based on information of our sources, the ‘Ring record attempt for the new Viper program is currently underway in Germany.

BMW i3 User Investigates Where The Heat Is Going

By Calvin Grier on July 20, 2017 - 11:27AM

As I drive my BMW i3 often I think where is the heat generated by the car going and if there is more efficient way of using it.

2018 Subaru Impreza is Coming this Fall; Pricing and One New Feature Announced

By Denis Flierl on July 20, 2017 - 11:23AM

The 2018 Subaru Impreza sedan and 5-Door is coming this fall. Pricing and one new feature is announced.

Rare Interior Pics of Tesla Model 3 Show Tight Backseat Legroom and Nothing Like Spaceship

By Armen Hareyan on July 20, 2017 - 10:50AM

Imgur user Raj Khaitan has shared some never-seen-before pictures of Tesla Model 3 interior, which also includes the back seat. Let us know what you think about the legroom in the back.

Tesla Model 3 Has To Compete With XPeng Identity X in China, Which is $10K Cheaper

By Armen Hareyan on July 20, 2017 - 9:24AM

Relatively new Chinese start-up XPeng before the end of this year will launch an electric crossover XPeng Identity X, which will be nearly 25 percent cheaper than Tesla Model 3. China is a huge market, but Tesla will have difficult time to compete with Chinese startups unless it produces Model 3 and Model S in China to avoid import tariff so it can make its cars more affordable for the Chinese buyers. Let's briefly compare them.

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