Automotive News (Page 583)

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.

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.

Will the Hyundai Veloster N Have a Manual Trans?

By Tim Healey on June 22, 2017 - 5:34PM

More spy shots of the Veloster N have hit the Web, and one news report suggests it might not offer a manual transmission.

Street Legal Dodge Challenger R/T Runs 8.60s in the 1/4-mile

By Patrick Rall on June 22, 2017 - 5:17PM

We talk a great deal about the world’s quickest Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcats, but the quickest modern Challengers on the street are not Hellcat cars and Todd Barber’s twin turbo Challenger R/T is a great example – running through the quarter mile in the mid 8-second range.

New Miata Races vs Old Miata and Mazda Miata Wins

By Tim Healey on June 22, 2017 - 3:10PM

When an old Mazda Miata races a new one, there’s only one sure bet – a Miata will win.

2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE sets a Stunning Nürburgring Record Lap Time

By Patrick Rall on June 22, 2017 - 10:29AM

Yesterday we talked about the teaser video showing the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE and today, we have the full video and the stunning record time of just 7:16.04 – making it the fastest muscle car to lap “The Ring” and the second fastest American car to turn in an official Nürburgring record time.

Top Engine Award Proves Why Revolutionary BMW i8 Technology is Here to Stay

By Denis Flierl on June 22, 2017 - 8:13AM

When it comes to proving why BMW is the best engine builder in the world, the Engine of the Year awards 2017 tells the story. Why is BMW i8 the best again?

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Outback, J.D. Power IQS

Why Subaru’s Loyal Customers Couldn’t Care Less about Low J.D. Power Initial Quality Ranking

By Denis Flierl on June 22, 2017 - 7:35AM

Subaru’s low J.D. Power Initial Quality ranking won’t affect buyer loyalty. Why do Subaru's loyal customers dismiss the study?

Mazda Hacking Code Now Available to Anyone

By Tim Healey on June 21, 2017 - 5:49PM

According to a popular car-enthusiast Web site, it’s no secret that you can hack the infotainment system of 2014 and newer Mazdas.

What Does Weekly Driver Think of the MX-5 Mazda Miata?

By Tim Healey on June 21, 2017 - 4:14PM

It’s clear that summer is on the way, based on the amount of MX-5 Mazda Miata reviews that are hitting the Web.

Lexus drops below average on important quality metric.

Lexus Drops Below Industry Average in JD Power Initial Quality Study

By John Goreham on June 21, 2017 - 4:07PM

In a stunning upset, Lexus drops below the industry average on an important quality report.

Polestar Becomes Electrified! Becomes A Standalone Brand

By Will Maley on June 21, 2017 - 4:02PM

It was only a week ago that we heard a rumor of Polestar being spun off to its own brand to work on high-performance electric vehicles. This morning, we found that rumor was right on the money.

Chevrolet Teases Camaro ZL1 1LE Nurburgring Record Run (Video)

By Patrick Rall on June 21, 2017 - 2:09PM

We know that the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE has been to the Nurburgring at least twice and it seems that a new record time could be on the way, as Chevy has offered up a short teaser video previewing the Ring run by the supercharged 1LE.

2018 Ford Mustang GT V8 could rev to 7500rpm

By Patrick Rall on June 21, 2017 - 12:16PM

Ford Motor Company hasn’t offered up the full details on the 2018 Mustang GT or the revised 5.0L V8 under the hood, but in addition to the promise of more power – it looks as though the 2018 Mustang GT will rev considerably higher than the current models.

2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA, NBR Special,

Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR Special Will Power up Goodwood’s Famous Hill; Nurburgring Record is Next

By Denis Flierl on June 21, 2017 - 8:04AM

The Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR Special will make its public debut at Goodwood’s Festival of Speed. When will it attempt the record run at Nurburgring?

Why New Subaru Crosstrek is the Safest Crossover for Consumers in America

By Denis Flierl on June 21, 2017 - 7:51AM

The new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek is the safest crossover for consumers in America. Here’s how it just got safer.

2018 Honda Accord Teaser Hints to Clarity Design Characteristics

By Parks McCants on June 21, 2017 - 1:59AM

With Honda embracing a well connected, safe and fuel efficient future, 2018 Honda Accord takes a design cue or two from the 10th generation Civic and Honda Clarity.

Why the Chevy Bolt cannot match the Toyota Prius Prime or Chevy Volt's safety rating.

Chevy Bolt Tops Tesla Model S In IIHS Safety Testing, but Can't Match Prius Prime

By John Goreham on June 20, 2017 - 12:54PM

The Chevy Bolt battery electric vehicle earns a Top Safety Pick score on IIHS testing. Why the Bolt cannot match the Toyota Prius Prime or Chevy Volt's safety rating.

Audi A8 Preview Could Set Your Spidey-Sense Tingling

By Marc Stern on June 20, 2017 - 12:37PM

Spiderman fans will have the opportunity to see the latest in Audi AI technology next month when "Spiderman: Homecoming" debuts at a multiplex near you. Specifically, the new Audi A8 will showcase the carmaker's traffic jam pilot technology in some interesting ways.

Mazda has plans (literally) to change Mazda dealerships in the U.S.

Big Changes Planned For U.S. Mazda Dealerships

By John Goreham on June 20, 2017 - 11:09AM

Mazda has plans (literally) to change Mazda dealerships in the U.S.

Meet a Safer Version of the Subaru WRX that Won’t See U.S. Shores

By Denis Flierl on June 20, 2017 - 8:29AM

Subaru announced a new safer updated 2018 Subaru WRX. Why is it staying in Japan?

Venom F5, Hennessey Performance, Venom GT

New Venom F5 Takes Aim at Bugatti Chiron as World’s Fastest Production Supercar

By Denis Flierl on June 20, 2017 - 8:03AM

Hennessey Performance is developing a new Venom F5 Supercar that will take aim at the Bugatti Chiron for world's fastest production series super sports car.

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