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.

Hyundai Kona Spotted at Photo Shoot

By Tim Healey on May 10, 2017 - 12:53PM

The Hyundai Kona has been unmasked. Mostly.

A simple truck design change that could save lives.

This Simple Change To Trucks Could Save Your Life

By John Goreham on May 10, 2017 - 12:45PM

IIHS highlights how a simple truck design change could save many people's lives each year.

2017 Mazda6 celebrates 15 years with a look back at milestones.

2017 Mazda6 Turns 15 Years Old

By John Goreham on May 10, 2017 - 12:07PM

The Mazda6 celebrates its 15th anniversary with a look back on its numberous awards

2013 Subaru Forester, Best used vehicle under $15K

Why Subaru’s Forester is Your Best Used SUV Buy Under $15K

By Denis Flierl on May 10, 2017 - 8:17AM

What’s the best used SUV under $15,000? The 2013 Subaru Forester tops the list.

Hyundai, Kia Recall Protest Unprecedented

By Tim Healey on May 9, 2017 - 4:56PM

Hyundai and Kia are fighting a recall mandate in South Korea and doing so in a most unusual fashion.

Epling Garage Hellcat Challenger sets New Manual Transmission Record

By Patrick Rall on May 9, 2017 - 4:31PM

Late last month, the Epling Garage “007” Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat set the new quarter mile record for the quickest manual transmission Hellcat car – running a 9.272 at 146.3 miles per hour – and this morning I had a chance to talk to Leon Epling about how this father-and-son team reached this record.

Ford Focus, Fiesta and Fusion Sporty Models Attract Younger Buyers

By Patrick Rall on May 9, 2017 - 4:24PM

Ford Motor Company has diversified its performance portfolio in the past few years and the introduction of the Focus ST, the Fiesta ST, the Focus RS and the Fusion Sport have all played a big role in attracting younger, wealthier buyers to the brand.

Save 10% on a 2017 Chevrolet Corvette in May, from Stingray to Z06

By Patrick Rall on May 9, 2017 - 12:15PM

General Motors is looking to clear out the 2017 Chevrolet Corvette models sitting at dealerships around the country to make room for the upcoming 2018 models and to speed up 2017 Corvette sales – the company is offering a 10% discount on all examples of the 2017 model year sports car.

New TSB for Highlander and Sienna transmission from Toyota.

New Tech Service Bulletin Fixes 2017 Highlander and Sienna Transmission Problems

By John Goreham on May 9, 2017 - 10:17AM

Due in part to a media group's testing, Toyota has a new TSB for Highlander and Sienna.

3 Reasons Why Subaru Scores Best Performance Brand 3 Years Running

By Denis Flierl on May 9, 2017 - 8:04AM

Subaru picks up the Best Performance Brand award 3 years running. It sums up why the brand is so popular. What sets the brand apart?

Volkswagen 10-Speed, Dual-Clutch Tranny Taken Off The Drawing Board

By Marc Stern on May 9, 2017 - 4:32AM

Four years after it was announced, Volkswagen has taken its ambitious 10-speed dual-clutch automatic off the table. Frederich Eichler, transmission chief, told the Vienna Motor Symposium recently, it reflected the older culture of "bigger is better."

2017 Honda CR-V drives light truck sales into the black for April

By Parks McCants on May 9, 2017 - 2:29AM

Income Tax time in the United States is historically, a slow time for auto sales. 2017 is no exception, with most makers experience a bit of a market correction. The bright spot for Honda is the 2017 CR-V 2-row SUV. What;s driving record CR-V sales in April?

How To Minimize Car Battery Recharging Risk and How Wrong CCA Can Kill Your Battery

By Armen Hareyan on May 8, 2017 - 5:34PM

Today TorqueNews spoke with Dakota Campbell, who is a diesel mechanic for a company called Poldrack Auto in the Austin, TX area and is currently finishing up tech school to get his certification. I asked him about best car batteries and how to minimize charging risks. Here is what he said discussing the safety measures in regard to dying car battery.

Jaguar Land Rover Boss Stands Up For Diesel

By Will Maley on May 8, 2017 - 4:10PM

Diesel vehicles have been dealing with a lot of bad press ever since it came to light that Volkswagen was using illegal software to pass emission tests. It seemed no one was going to defend them.

3rd Straight Win for Ron Capps Dodge Charger

By Patrick Rall on May 8, 2017 - 3:57PM

The domination of the NHRA Funny Car class by the crews from Don Schumacher Racing continued this past weekend as Ron Capps drove his Dodge Charger to his 3rd straight win and the team’s 6th win in 7 races this season – beating the Camaro funny cars of John Force and Robert Hight on his way to the final round win against Tim Wilkerson in the Mustang.

This Aftermarket Miata-based Buggy Could Be Yours for Cheap, If You Can Wrench

By Tim Healey on May 8, 2017 - 2:38PM

Bring your own Mazda Miata, and be somewhat mechanically skilled, and for under $15,000, you can have a cool-looking off-road buggy.

2018 Ford Mustang Standard Features Leaked in Dealer Brochure

By Patrick Rall on May 8, 2017 - 1:32PM

Ford Motor Company still hasn’t rolled out all of the details on the 2018 Mustang, but a dealership brochure posted on the always-reliable Mustang6g clues us in on many of the key features which will be included on every new Ford Mustang.

What Might be the C7 Corvette ZR1 Unofficially Laps Nurburgring in 7:30-ish

By Patrick Rall on May 8, 2017 - 12:23PM

Another video showing what is believed to be the C7 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 lapping the Nürburgring has arrived online and in the video, the mysterious Corvette gets around the track with traffic in roughly 7 minutes and 30 seconds – although that number is far from any sort of official time and the official time will almost certainly be quicker.

Tesla news video has important updates on profits, Model 3, Solar City and more.

VIDEO: Tesla News Includes Big Q1 Loss, Model 3, Solar City Sales, More

By John Goreham on May 8, 2017 - 8:52AM

This week's Tesla news has updates on the company's profitability, an update on the Model 3's production, a new sales model for the Solar City products, and more.

What is the best replacement for a Toyota RAV4 V6?

Four Good Replacements For the Discontinued Toyota RAV4 V6

By John Goreham on May 8, 2017 - 8:32AM

Toyota killed off its V6-equipped RAV4 crossover in 2013. Here are some great new crossovers that might help fill the void.

Subaru Takata air bag recall, Forester, Outback, Impreza, WRX/STI

Use this Quick VIN Search Tool To See if Your Subaru is on the Takata Airbag Recall List

By Denis Flierl on May 8, 2017 - 7:50AM

Do you know if your Subaru is on the Takata airbag recall? Here’s a quick VIN Search Tool.

2018 Honda Odyssey invades Kona, Hawaii

By Parks McCants on May 7, 2017 - 6:52PM

Hawaii is admittedly Honda country, and the Kona coast of the Big Island is no exception. Last week we enjoyed the experience of exploring the Kona side of Hawaii’s biggest island behind the wheel of the reinvented and much improved 2018 Honda Odyssey minivan, big things!

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru WRX STI

Watch the World’s Fastest Subaru Rally Crosstrek; Can it Beat the Iconic WRX STI?

By Denis Flierl on May 7, 2017 - 7:41AM

Check out the world’s fastest Subaru Rally Crosstrek. Can it beat the iconic WRX STI?

Acura TLX Sedan gains some long deserved market traction in April

By Parks McCants on May 6, 2017 - 4:55PM

Acura’s under appreciate 2017 TLX 4-door sport sedan finally gained some long deserved market sales traction in April with an uptick of 39.1%, effectively beating the crossover, SUV trend.

VW will freshen the Golf for 2018 and include a new infotainment/navigation system.

2018 App Lets Everyone Control Golf’s New Infotainment Systems

By Marc Stern on May 6, 2017 - 1:04PM

Volkswagen is changing the script on infotainment control. For 2018, the automaker has brand-new nav/infotainment offerings, the Discover Navigation or Navigation Pro and an App that lets anyone control everything. It's a change from the old front-seat passenger -- "shotgun" -- control.

2018 Subaru Forester, 2019 Subaru Forester

Subaru’s Forester is Back on Top; Why Did it Pass #1 Outback

By Denis Flierl on May 6, 2017 - 8:09AM

The Subaru Forester is back on top of the brand's lineup. Why did it pass the #1 Outback?

Hyundai Software Hacked, Prepare for More, But Don't Panic

By Tim Healey on May 5, 2017 - 5:48PM

Add Hyundai to the list of automakers who’ve had a model hacked. Well, in a sense.

Hyundai’s Kona Could Be the Shot in the Arm the Brand Needs

By Tim Healey on May 5, 2017 - 4:17PM

Hyundai’s upcoming Kona SUV could be more than just another subcompact crossover. It could be what helps the brand break out of sales doldrums that are affecting both it and the entire industry.

The 2017 Indy 500 Pace Car is the Corvette Grand Sport

By Patrick Rall on May 5, 2017 - 2:46PM

The 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport will serve as the official pace car for the 2017 Indianapolis 500, marking the 14th time that a Corvette has led the Indy field with 2017 being the 101st running of the legendary race.

The Next Veloster is Going to Stay Quirky, and That’s a Good Thing

By Tim Healey on May 5, 2017 - 2:15PM

Spy shots of the next Hyundai Veloster have been published in the automotive press, and car magazines and blogs are reporting across that board that it will remain a quirky, three-door compact front-drive hatch. Thank goodness for that.

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