Automotive News (Page 572)

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.

Goodwood will feature zipping Lambos and others, of course

By Marc Stern on June 29, 2017 - 12:42PM

Goodwood Speed Weeks to feature rollout of three Lamborghinis. Running the hill at Goodwood, the automaker will have the Centenario with its 2.8-second 0 to 62 time; the Huracan with its 740-horsepower V-10, and the Aventador S which features a unique engine note.

How Ford Is Making Burnouts Easier for all 2018 Mustang Owners

By Patrick Rall on June 29, 2017 - 12:20PM

Ford announced this morning that the 2018 Mustang EcoBoost models will come equipped with a similar line lock feature to the one offered for the previous Mustang GT, so with the demise of the V6 – every new Mustang for the 2018 model year will make it easier for owners to smoke the tires.

Lamborghini set to roll out Urus SUV, also thinking of four-seater and renewed Miura

By Marc Stern on June 28, 2017 - 11:31PM

Lamborghini's chief exec Stefano Domenicali said this week that the supercar manufacturer is looking at making a four-seater and an SUV Urus in the 2025-30 time-frame. It may also build a successor to the Miura.

What does the Dallas Morning News Think About the Mazda MX-5 RF?

By Tim Healey on June 28, 2017 - 5:47PM

Dallas is the kind of place that offers a fair amount of weather conducive to top-down motoring, so what does the local paper think of the Mazda Miata MX-5 RF?

The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody Runs Stock 10.90s

By Patrick Rall on June 28, 2017 - 11:15AM

The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat with the optional Widebody package will draw plenty of attention on the street due to its unique look, but that flared body and wider tires make an impressive impact on performance – allowing the wider Hellcat to run a 10-second quarter mile with the stock tires.

He Tried Autocross with His 1999 Mazda Miata and is Hooked

By Armen Hareyan on June 28, 2017 - 10:06AM

This is Johnny Archibald from Benton City, WA who shares this video of him trying his 1999 Mazda Miata at the SSSCC Try Autocross Day 2017 event. He tells us what you car needs to do to pass Autocross inspection.

2018 Subaru Legacy, Subaru Legacy GT Wagon

Why Subaru’s Legacy GT Wagon Should be on Your Bucket List

By Denis Flierl on June 28, 2017 - 8:05AM

The 2018 Subaru Legacy gets ready to make its dealer launch. Will the brand ever bring back the Legacy GT Wagon?

2017 Honda Civic Type-R For Sale Eugene Oregon MSRP $39,775

By Parks McCants on June 28, 2017 - 12:36AM

Looking through our West Coast Honda Dealership inventories, the long awaited 2017 Civic Type-R remains elusive, or at the least, “ in transit.” Torque News finds one listed for sale in Eugene, Oregon.

Porsche Expects Continued Success as Motorsports Unit Changes Leadership

By Marc Stern on June 27, 2017 - 10:06PM

There has been a change atop Porche's highly successful North American Motorsports unit. Jens Walther, who has headed the unit for seven years, has moved to Porsche Leipzig as director of sales and marketing while Dr. Dan Ambruster, a 17-year veteran of the unit.

2018 Mitsubishi Outlander, Ford Escape, Mazda CX5, Subaru Forester, Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4

Here’s How Mitsubishi Outlander Beats Ford Escape, Mazda CX5, Subaru Forester, Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4

By Denis Flierl on June 27, 2017 - 7:35AM

The Mitsubishi Outlander SUV beats Ford Escape, Mazda CX5, Subaru Forester, Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 when it comes to peace-of-mind. Here’s how.

Look At This Lifted Mazda Miata With Solid Frame: Thoughts?

By Armen Hareyan on June 26, 2017 - 8:55PM

What do you think about Mazda Miatas that are lifted? Personally, I think some look good, others not much, but what about this one?

Kenne Bell introduces a 4.7L Supercharger for the Hellcat Challenger and Charger

By Patrick Rall on June 26, 2017 - 7:36PM

The folks at Kenne Bell have just rolled out their new 4.7L supercharger kit for the Hellcat-powered Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger, which with proper supporting modifications will double the stock output of the Mopar monsters – packing more than a thousand rear wheel horsepower “with ease”.

Hyundai Exec Talks Future With Ward's Auto

By Tim Healey on June 26, 2017 - 6:21PM

A Hyundai designer sat down with attending media before the company’s launch of the Kona subcompact crossover SUV in Korea to talk design, globalization and the future.

Detroit Roadkill 2017: Dodge Sponsors more Legal Street Racing on Woodward

By Patrick Rall on June 26, 2017 - 3:04PM

FCA announced today that for the second year in a row, Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge will sponsor legal street racing on Detroit’s Woodward Avenue along with a massive automotive festival at the M1 Concourse grounds which border the temporary race track on Woodward.

Beckman's Dodge Charger gives DSR its 9th-straight Funny Car Win

By Patrick Rall on June 26, 2017 - 2:31PM

This past weekend, the NHRA Mello Yello Championship Series headed to Norwalk, Ohio for the Summit Racing Equipment Nationals and for the 9th straight time, a Don Schumacher Racing Dodge Charger R/T took the win in the Funny Car class – beating JRF Camaro driver Robert Hight and giving DSR its 11th win in 12 events this season.

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Peter Cunningham, Acura TLX GT Wins PPC, 2017 Pikes Peak IHC

By Parks McCants on June 26, 2017 - 12:41PM

RealTime Racing’s founder and Pirelli World Challenge race series champion Peter Cunningham, drove his re purposed Acura TLX GT track car for the first time on the “Race to The Clouds,” running the second fastest time to the summit.

2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA, 2018 BRZ tS

Canada Gets New Subaru WRX STI Type RA and BRZ tS; How Many Will be Shipped up North

By Denis Flierl on June 26, 2017 - 6:03AM

Canada will also get the 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA and BRZ tS limited edition models. How many will be shipped up north?

Takata Files For Bankruptcy; U.S. Subsidiary of Chinese Supplier To Buy Firm

By Marc Stern on June 25, 2017 - 11:40PM

The Takata airbag recall took a huge step toward resolution Sunday night when the airbag-maker announced it was filing for bankruptcy and that its principal assets would be sold the Key Safety.

2017 Nissan Frontier, 2018 Nissan Frontier

New Nissan Frontier is the #1 Mid-Size Pickup in J.D. Power IQS; What 2 Popular Pickups Does it Beat?

By Denis Flierl on June 25, 2017 - 3:45PM

The new Nissan Frontier pickup is rated #1 by J.D. Power’s IQS study. What 2 popular pickups does it beat?

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Ascent 3-Row

Subaru Opens New Test Track in Japan; Here’s How it Will Benefit Consumers

By Denis Flierl on June 25, 2017 - 7:24AM

Subaru Corporation is opening a new test track in Japan. What does it mean for consumers?

Key Ex-VW Official Told To Stay Home Or Face Arrest

By Marc Stern on June 24, 2017 - 1:27PM

A key former Volkswagen manager, indicted by the U.S., has been told to stay close to home in Germany or he may face arrest and extradition to the U.S.

Hyundai Will Charge You For No Charge

By Tim Healey on June 23, 2017 - 4:52PM

Everybody likes free stuff. Related to that, everyone likes being reimbursed for money already spent. Hyundai knows this.

Will Mazda Diesel Strategy Pay Off?

By Tim Healey on June 23, 2017 - 3:52PM

Mazda sells plenty of diesel-powered vehicles – they just happen to be sold overseas.

Cuda Trademark Filing: New Muscle Car or No Big Deal?

By Patrick Rall on June 23, 2017 - 12:55PM

FCA has filed for a trademark of the Cuda name, leading many people to believe that this is a guaranteed sign of a new muscle car coming in the future, but does this filing point towards a new model or is FCA just looking to protect one of its classic monikers?

New Subaru Legacy Remains the Only Sedan in America with Standard AWD; What’s New for 2018

By Denis Flierl on June 23, 2017 - 12:25PM

The newly-refreshed 2018 Subaru Legacy remains the only sedan in America with standard all-wheel-drive. What upgrades are coming?

2017 Pikes Peak I.H.C.: Where’s Honda? [Video]

By Parks McCants on June 23, 2017 - 11:00AM

It’s interesting: In looking to this year’s “run to the clouds” the historically Honda intensive, in your face, co-sponsor presence has been toned down just a tad -- this year, the batton goes to Acura.

Dieselgate News Continues As U.S. Issues International Arrest Warrants

By Marc Stern on June 23, 2017 - 10:51AM

Just when you thought you'd seen the last Dieselgate news story along comes another one. This time, though, it is just the culmination of a story that began in January where six execs and former managers were charged with conspiracy and violating environmental laws. Now, the U.S. has issued five international arrest warrants as it seeks five of the six charged. The sixth was arrested in the U.S. as he awaited a flight out, following a Florida vacation.

Toyota has more patents than any other automaker in America for third straight year.

Toyota Leads With Most American Patents - Guess Which Automaker Is Not On the List

By John Goreham on June 23, 2017 - 9:59AM

In 2016, the automaker with the most American Patents was Toyota.

New Subaru Outback Gets a Refresh Outside and Upgrades Inside; How Much Will it Cost Consumers?

By Denis Flierl on June 23, 2017 - 8:31AM

The 2018 Subaru Outback gets a mild refresh outside and upgrades inside. How much will the improvements cost?

2 VW Brands Are Among Top Finishers in JD Powers Initial Quality Study

By Marc Stern on June 22, 2017 - 11:40PM

Volkswagen was one of two automakers to have brands rated in the top 14 of the annual J.D. Power Initial Quality Study. Using a large base of 80,000 vehicles, the study rates new-car quality in eight important areas.

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