Automotive News (Page 579)

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.

The World's Most Powerful Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Could Be Yours

By Patrick Rall on July 11, 2017 - 2:23PM

The world’s most powerful Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat packs 1,463.84 horsepower at the rear wheels and if you have an extra $80,000 to spare, you could own the world’s most powerful Hellcat car as quickly as you can go pick it up.

Ignoring Your Honda Takata Airbag Recall Could Kill You

By Parks McCants on July 11, 2017 - 1:28PM

On Monday, Honda announced the 11th Takata airbag related fatality reported in the United States suffered by a shade tree mechanic making repairs on a 2001 Honda Accord.

2017 Lexus ES 350 recalled over steering loss.

Spooky Recall Announced Covering 2017 Lexus ES 350

By John Goreham on July 11, 2017 - 1:26PM

Lexus has announced a recall on the 2017 ES 350 sedan because it can lose steering control.

2017 Mazda CX-5 earns IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus Award.

2017 Mazda CX-5 Earns Highest Possible Safety Rating From IIHS

By John Goreham on July 11, 2017 - 12:38PM

Mazda's 2017 CX-5 compact crossover has earned the highest possible safety rating from IIHS, the Top Safety Pick Plus designation.

Ford becomes the Presenting Sponsor of the 2017 Woodward Dream Cruise

By Patrick Rall on July 11, 2017 - 12:00PM

Ford Motor Company announced today that the Ford brand is the official presenting sponsor of the 2017 Woodward Dream Cruise – effectively replacing Chevrolet, which has been the title sponsor for the past 6 years.

2002-2007 Subaru WRX and WRX STI, stolen Subaru, Subaru car thefts

Subaru WRX/STIs are Being Targeted by Car Thieves; What Should Owners Do?

By Denis Flierl on July 11, 2017 - 8:09AM

The biggest Subaru car club in Colorado, Simply Subies Colorado, says thieves are targeting their Subaru WRX and WRX STI performance cars. How do you prevent your car from being stolen?

Software glitch keeps Q3 lights dark in emergency braking situation; 24,745 vehicles recalled

By Marc Stern on July 10, 2017 - 10:25PM

Audi has recalled a number of 2016-17 Q3 crossovers because of a software problem. The problem occurs when the parking brake is used as an emergency brake. Because of a software problem that resulted from product upgrades, the brakelights remain off so vehicles in the rear run the risk of hitting the Q3.

Tuned Miata Looks Ready to Rumble

By Tim Healey on July 10, 2017 - 6:29PM

Tuners change the looks of a car a lot. Just ask the folks behind the Aimgain Mazda Miata.

The 2018 Ford Mustang Pony Package adds Vintage Badging

By Patrick Rall on July 10, 2017 - 4:17PM

Last week we brought you a leaked look at the 2018 Ford Mustang with the new Carbon Sport Interior Package and this week, the Motor Company has offered up information on the 2018 Mustang Pony Package – which brings vintage cues to the turbocharged base model pony car.

Elon Musk Jumps the line of paid customers for a new Tesla Model 3

First Tesla Model 3 Goes To Billionaire Rather Than Paid Customer Or Charity

By John Goreham on July 10, 2017 - 4:04PM

Elon Musk just jumped the Tesla Model 3 line ahead of almost a half million regular folks who paid a $1,000 deposit over a year ago.

Second drive of Mazda's 2017 CX-9 - We like it more.

2017 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD Three-Row Crossover - On Second Thought...

By John Goreham on July 10, 2017 - 3:11PM

We recently had a second chance to drive the all-new Mazda CX-9. For us, the second time's a charm.

The 6th gen Camaro Race Car gets its First Big Win

By Patrick Rall on July 10, 2017 - 2:32PM

The IMSA Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge is the highest level of competition for the 6th generation Chevrolet Camaro race car and in just their 3rd race with the Camaro GT4.R, Stevenson Motorsports took the class win – giving the new Camaro road racer its first big win.

No Hyundai Veloster for 2018 Model Year

By Tim Healey on July 10, 2017 - 1:14PM

We know the Hyundai Azera is dead, at least in America. Now we also know that there will be no 2018 Hyundai Veloster.

Capps makes it 10-straight for the DSR Dodge Charger Funny Cars

By Patrick Rall on July 10, 2017 - 12:58PM

This past weekend, Ron Capps and his Dodge Charger took the Funny Car class win at the Fallen Patriots NHRA Route 66 Nationals, giving Don Schumacher Racing their 10th-straight funny car win while the Chevrolet Camaro-driving rivals from John Force Racing all lost in the 1st round.

Tesla Model 3: What Will Happen On July 28

By Armen Hareyan on July 10, 2017 - 11:37AM

After the announcement, pictures and video of the first production Tesla Model 3 all the interested parties, enthusiasts and hundreds of thousands of reservation holders are anxiously looking to see what will happen on July 28. They hope that the Model 3 configuration will open either on that day or earlier.

Tesla Model 3 vs 2018 Nissan Leaf: The Prettier One

By Armen Hareyan on July 10, 2017 - 10:22AM

After Tesla CEO Elon Musk released the first production pictures of the new Tesla Model 3 social media was quickly filled with discussions comparing it to the new Nissan Leaf and talking about which of them is prettier.

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

Pastrana Shatters Mt. Washington Record; Higgins’ Subaru WRX STI Goes Off the Side of a Cliff

By Denis Flierl on July 10, 2017 - 7:03AM

Travis Pastrana shatters Mt. Washington Record while David Higgins’ Subaru WRX STI goes off the side of a cliff. Luckily he emerged unscathed.

First Production Tesla Model 3 SN1 Video

First Production Tesla Model 3 HD Video Apears from Fremont Factory

By Armen Hareyan on July 9, 2017 - 10:24PM

Early this morning we got the first images of the first production Tesla Model 3 SN1. Now, just moments ago the first video of SN1 Model 3 appeared on YouTube.

First Production Tesla Model 3 Reminds of Corvette and Audi (Pictures)

By Armen Hareyan on July 9, 2017 - 6:19PM

When last night Tesla CEO Elon Musk tweeted the first production version of Tesla Model 3 serial number 1 first thing that crossed my mind was how similar is the front to Corvette and the rear end to Audi A7 when you look at the car from a side view.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru Outback

Subaru Touts Safety as #1 Priority: Here’s How they Prove New Crosstrek Prevents Accidents

By Denis Flierl on July 9, 2017 - 8:32AM

Subaru surveys new Outback wagon owners in Europe and finds some interesting safety facts. How will their new 2018 Crosstrek prevent accidents?

Tesla Model SN1 Built And And We Know The Owner

By Armen Hareyan on July 8, 2017 - 10:22PM

First Tesla Model 3 with a serial number 1 (SN1) is already built and is going through final checkout, tweets Tesla (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk. But he promised something more very soon.

New White Tesla Model 3 Spotted Outside Fremont Looks Slightly Different

By Armen Hareyan on July 8, 2017 - 7:01PM

I just saw this tweet that a Twitter user reported this picture of spotting a white Tesla Model 3 outside Fremont, CA about two hours ago.

Hyundai Slips Behind Ford in Global Automaker Rankings

By Tim Healey on July 8, 2017 - 6:02PM

Hyundai-Kia has slipped out of fifth place in the global automaker rankings, falling behind Ford.

Dashcam Catches Joyride in Mazda RX-8

By Tim Healey on July 8, 2017 - 5:27PM

If you’re going to joyride in a Mazda RX-8, maybe make sure you aren’t being watched?

Are VW parts callbacks the start of a much larger industry recall?

By Marc Stern on July 8, 2017 - 2:31PM

Volkswagen's recall of 450,000 SUVs that have been affected by failing parts could be just the tip of the iceberg. With industry consolidation, it is quite possible that as many as 13 other carmakers and suppliers could also be facing their own set of callbacks.

July 5 Photo Shows Tesla Could Be Hiding One of 3 Things on Model 3 Roof

By Armen Hareyan on July 8, 2017 - 1:39PM

A new video of Tesla Model 3 that was uploaded on July 5th, shows the top covered raising number of questions as to what Tesla may be hiding on Model 3 roof. In my opinion it could be one of the three things.

Funniest Nissan Leaf License Plate

By Armen Hareyan on July 8, 2017 - 11:58AM

Sometimes people want to make a statement with the license plate of their cars and the same is true especially with the electric cars owners. I find the license plate on this new Nissan Leaf really making the point.

This Picture Was Mistakenly Confused with Tesla Model 3 SN1

By Armen Hareyan on July 8, 2017 - 9:36AM

I have a habit of searching interesting tweets to find the latest about Tesla Model 3 and found this picture which has led some to believe that it's SN1, but this is from the Model 3 reveal.

2017 Subaru WRX, 2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 Subaru WRX

4 Reasons Why Subaru WRX is on Top-10 “Owners Can’t Wait to Get Rid of” List

By Denis Flierl on July 8, 2017 - 8:31AM

The new Subaru WRX is on the top-ten cars list that are sold by their owners the quickest after driving off the dealer lot. There’s 4 reasons why. Would they affect your decision to sell?

VW dodges major recall cost bullet as 766K cars only need software update

By Marc Stern on July 7, 2017 - 11:44PM

Volkswagen has avoided a major cost hit as the automaker, just beginning to recover strongly from its self-inflicted emissions scandal, has found that a software upgrade can cause of problem with the braking systems of 766,000 models worldwide.

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