Automotive News (Page 578)

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.

Subaru WRX. Baby Driver movie, Sony, computer generated imagery, CGI

‘Baby-Driver’ Stunt-Man Says Subaru WRX Get-Away Scenes Were Real, Not CGI

By Denis Flierl on July 17, 2017 - 7:59AM

The film “Baby Driver”, features a Subaru WRX, and the driving scenes were real, not computer generated imagery. Does your favorite car movie use CGI?

Shaking off Dieselgate, Volkswagen June sales continue their momentum

By Marc Stern on July 16, 2017 - 11:47PM

Volkswagen is moving past Dieselgate in most of the world as sales continue to increase in June. The automaker reported that for the half-year, ending in June, the automaker delivered 2,935,100 vehicles, an increase over the same period last year.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Subaru EV, electrification, Subaru Crosstrek PHEV

Subaru Chief Says No to Driverless Cars; Says Yes to Accident-Free [Video]

By Denis Flierl on July 16, 2017 - 8:04AM

Subaru aims to create accident-free cars not driverless cars. Take that, Apple! Would you buy a self-driving car?

What Would It Take To Sell Your Tesla Model 3 And at What Price

By Armen Hareyan on July 15, 2017 - 11:25AM

As the interest in Tesla Model 3 grows to sky high there is a discussion on Tesla Forum where members and enthusiasts talk about what it would take to sell your Tesla Model 3 and for how much. Some of them refer to the reservations while others talk about the real car which has already rolled off the assembly line this month.

Your 2013-2016 Honda Accord may be subject to latest component recall

By Parks McCants on July 15, 2017 - 10:24AM

Thousands of components, hundreds of part suppliers, the modern engineering wonder that is the car, while good, is man made and subject to flaws. Is your 2013 through 2016 Honda Accord impacted by the latest round of safety related component recall?

2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR Special, 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA

Subaru STI Type RA NBR Runs a WRX-Sourced 2.0-liter; Why Prodrive Uses it to Set a New Record [Video]

By Denis Flierl on July 15, 2017 - 7:41AM

The 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR Special runs the WRX-sourced EJ20 2.0-liter Mill. Why does Prodrive use this engine over the EJ25 powerplant to set a new Nurburgring record?

Why is VW dropping Touareg from its lineup? Slow sales and new models

By Marc Stern on July 15, 2017 - 12:00AM

After years of sluggish sales, Volkswagen has decided to kick the upscale, mid-sized crossover out of the lineup. Its replacements are already there, the three-row crossover Atlas and the long Tiguan, another three-row crossover. The current Tiguan, shown above, will remain as a sales partner to the long Tiguan, as the Tiguan Limited.

Mazda Builds the Safest Cars on the Road Today, According to Agency

By Tim Healey on July 14, 2017 - 6:35PM

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Mazda has the safest car line right now.

One image that defines the Toyota Tacoma Off-Road perfectly.

One Perfect Image Explains the Allure of the Toyota Tacoma Off-Road Pickup

By John Goreham on July 14, 2017 - 2:56PM

Automakers spend billions trying to convey their image of how their cars and trucks might be used. One owner did it better.

Gray Tesla Model 3 With a Camera on The Top Spotted in Palo Alto Area

By Armen Hareyan on July 14, 2017 - 1:18PM

I don't think we have seen a gray color Tesla Model 3 so far. Here is one spotted yesterday near the headquarters, but what is it on the top, a camera?

C7 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 'Ring Videos Confirm an Automatic Transmission

By Patrick Rall on July 14, 2017 - 12:59PM

While it seems likely that the C7 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (should it carry that name) will have a quick-shifting automatic transmission, the videos showing was is believed to be the next super-Vette storming around the Nürburgring confirms that a self-shifting transmission as at least being considered – if its not already a sure thing.

2017 Toyota Prius still winning the most sales and awards among green cars.

U.S. News & World Report Names 2017 Toyota Prius a "Best Car For the Money"

By John Goreham on July 14, 2017 - 12:16PM

Don't count out the Toyota Prius yet. It is still winning awards in addition to the lion's share of green car sales in America.

TorqueNews Was Right: Utility Companies Will Pay for Nissan Leaf and EVs

By Armen Hareyan on July 14, 2017 - 10:47AM

Two weeks ago when TorqueNews published a story predicting that Utility companies will pay for the 2017 Nissan Leaf and that could be a start of a new huge trend, few probably believed it. Now we have the second utility company offering its customers Huge discounts on Nissan Leaf. These people will by more electricity from the company eventually, instead of buying gas from gas stations.

2017 Nissan Frontier, 2018 Nissan Frontier

Aging Nissan Frontier is the Most-Googled Vehicle in Tennessee; What about Tacoma, Colorado and Ridgeline?

By Denis Flierl on July 14, 2017 - 10:25AM

The 2017 Nissan Frontier is the most-Googled vehicle in Tennessee. What about Toyota Tacoma, Chevy Colorado and Honda Ridgeline?

Rare Glimpse of 2018 Nissan Leaf Interior and Side Images

By Armen Hareyan on July 14, 2017 - 9:52AM

These 2018 Nissan Leaf images where snapped yesterday in Anderson, SC and the Nissan guys were really nice to the photographer allowing a rare glimpse of the interior, which you can see from the side view image, trunk, front and rear of the 2018 Nissan Leaf. We also have a rare description of the interior.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Legacy, 6-speed manual transmission option

Subaru’s Canadian-Spec Outback and Legacy are Here; Where’s the 6-Speed Manual?

By Denis Flierl on July 14, 2017 - 7:57AM

The Canadian-spec 2018 Subaru Outback and Legacy models have arrived but the 6-speed gearbox is missing. Would you buy a manual transmission if it were still offered?

Hyundai i30 N Unveiled, but We May not Get It in USA

By Tim Healey on July 14, 2017 - 2:14AM

We likely won’t be getting the Hyundai i30 N in the United States.

Cano and Sweeney with the Corvette Grand Sport

MLB All-Star Game MVP Robinson Cano Wins a Corvette Grand Sport

By Patrick Rall on July 13, 2017 - 3:26PM

Seattle Mariners’ second basemen Robinson Cano drove away with a brand new Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport on Tuesday after being named the Most Valuable Player of the 2017 MLB All-Star Game in Miami – opting for the sleek sports car over a new Chevrolet Colorado ZR2.

Here’s How Crossover Buyers Win Big Now with Subaru’s Secret Test Facility

By Denis Flierl on July 13, 2017 - 3:07PM

Are you buying a new crossover this year? Subaru takes their vehicle testing seriously and here’s how you win big.

The Dodge Viper Plant Closes Forever on August 31st

By Patrick Rall on July 13, 2017 - 1:28PM

The Connor Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit, where the vast majority of Dodge Viper supercars have been built, will close its doors forever on August 31st as production of the Viper comes to an end – meaning that the Viper only has about 7 weeks left in its glorious existence.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, Mt. Washington Hill Climb, Pastrana shatters record

Take a Wild Ride Onboard the Subaru WRX STI Mt. Washington Hillclimb Record Run [Video]

By Denis Flierl on July 13, 2017 - 7:14AM

Travis Pastrana in the #199 Subaru WRX STI was in full attack mode at the Mt. Washington Hillclimb last weekend. Take a wild ride onboard the STI as he smashes the record.

Can the new A8 park itself? It certainly can even without the driver

By Marc Stern on July 12, 2017 - 11:57PM

Although Audi's key point in its introduction of the 2018 A8 this week was the arrival of the first production autonomous driving system, the automaker had other A8 news that shows it is quite a vehicle.

Why is Mazda Also Using 'Real People' Ads

By Tim Healey on July 12, 2017 - 8:04PM

Chevrolet’s "real people" ads have actually turned many real consumers off from the brand – at least if buzz and YouTube parodies are to be believed. So why is Mazda doing something similar?

Forget predictions, Audi A8 will offer autonomous driving before 2020

By Marc Stern on July 12, 2017 - 3:42PM

Countering predictions that full autonomy would be a minimum of three years away and probably more like eight years, Audi Tuesday introduced its redone A8 that includes a large technology suite. The centerpiece of that suite is Traffic Jam Pilot that offers full autonomous driving capability to 60 kph (37 mph). It also offers lots of driver warnings, as well.

Fiat Seeks Fast Woman for 124 Spider Abarth Rally Job

By John Goreham on July 12, 2017 - 3:41PM

Fiat and Hoonigan are looking for a fast woman to drive their 400 hp rally car.

What is Hyundai Doing with Genesis Overseas?

By Tim Healey on July 12, 2017 - 12:16PM

Hyundai’s luxury arm, Genesis, has gotten off to a good start in this country. But what’s going on with it elsewhere?

Subaru is Most Googled Vehicle in 6 US States; One Vehicle is a Real Shocker

By Denis Flierl on July 12, 2017 - 8:20AM

Subaru is the most Googled car in six U.S. states which is surprising. But even more surprising is the Legacy sedan is the top Googled car in two of the states.

It Would be a Shame for the Kids and Family Dog to Destroy this Ultra-Exclusive 2018 Outback

By Denis Flierl on July 12, 2017 - 7:34AM

Subaru UK announces a very limited run Black and Ivory 2018 Subaru Outback. It would be criminal to let the kids and dog destroy this beautiful interior.

VW Andretti Beetles Sweep World Rallycross Racing in Indianapolis

By Marc Stern on July 11, 2017 - 9:09PM

The VW Andretti Global Rallycross team continued its winning ways with a 1-2 finish for drivers Scott Speed and Tanner Foust, pilots of the Beetles that took the event. The win helped VW to extend its lead for the manufactuer's championship while Speed regained sole possession of second place in driver points following first place Foust.

Flying Honda Civic Catching Andretti VW in Red Bull Global Rallycross

By Parks McCants on July 11, 2017 - 7:05PM

Red Bull Global Rallycross is where an 18 year old rookie racecar driver sitting behind the wheel of a 600 horsepower 2017 Honda Civic Coupe, drives on a short track wheel to wheel with up to 10 cars. Competing in their second season, an expanded 3 car Olsbergs MSE Honda Civic Supercar Team is now within 6 points of catching Andretti Autosports Volkswagen for the manufacturer's cup.

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