Automotive News (Page 587)

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 Saleen 30-Year Championship Commemorative Edition Ford Mustang

The Newest Saleen Ford Mustang packs 730-750hp

By Patrick Rall on June 6, 2017 - 12:42PM

The crew at Saleen Automotive has just announced its newest package for the Ford Mustang and in honor of the 30th anniversary of the dominating 1987 Saleen racing team, the company is offering a street version and a track version of the 30-Year Championship Commemorative Edition Mustang – with power levels of 730 and 750 horsepower.

Hagan's Dodge Charger makes it 6-Straight for Don Schumacher Racing

By Patrick Rall on June 6, 2017 - 11:45AM

This past weekend at the New England Nationals, Matt Hagan beat both John and Courtney Force en route to his 3rd win of the season, Don Schumacher Racing’s 8th win of the season and the 5th win in a row for the Mopar funny cars.

The Difference Between The 2017 Ford Raptor 3.5 vs The 2017 F150 3.5 Ecoboost

By Jason Lader on June 6, 2017 - 8:20AM

These days you see marketing hype everywhere you look, and Ford Motor Company is one of the best for every market. Ford has continued to accelerate forward in the truck market with the launch of the Gen 2 2017 Ford Raptor and the ever evolving line of Ecoboost motors. So with all of the trucks being offered in the truck lineup is there really a big difference between the 2017 Ford Raptor and the 2017 F150 Ecoboost?

Japan-Spec WRX S4 Gets Upgraded EyeSight; 2 Ways Subaru Has Your Back

By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2017 - 7:48AM

The new Japan-spec 2018 Subaru WRX S4 gets upgraded EyeSight. There’s two ways Subaru has your back.

Screaming around a corner the Rockstar Beetle GRC moves though the pack at Thompson.

VW Andretti Drivers Atop World Rallycross GRC After Weekend Sojourn in New England

By Marc Stern on June 6, 2017 - 7:41AM

The Volkswagen Andretti GRC World Rallycross team had a good weekend at Thompson Motor Speedway in Connecticut. Scott Speed, the championship points leader, scored two second place finishes (he was stuck in the middle and had to do some fancy driving to obtain his place on the podium. His teammate Tanner Foust cruised through proceedings Saturday and was doing very well Sunday when he lost a wheel, just three laps from the finish line in the Final.

Honda Diesel Powered Civic Hatchback for Europe, Why Not The U.S.?

By Parks McCants on June 6, 2017 - 12:37AM

Looking through Monday’s email in box, a Honda Torque News reader raised an interesting question? Will Honda be importing the popular U.K. diesel powered Honda Civic Hatchback to the U.S.?

Why Mazda is Expanding its Racing Efforts

By Tim Healey on June 5, 2017 - 2:53PM

Mazda has announced that it started its first official Global MX-5 Cup series outside of the U.S. in April.

Do suspension mods really improve the 2017 Gen 2 Ford F150 Raptor?

By Jason Lader on June 5, 2017 - 2:31PM

Is it really worth all the money to modify a brand new 70K+ Ford F150 Raptor truck to make it "drive better"?

Another Toyota Tacoma recall. Was Consumer Reports right?

A Second New Toyota Tacoma Recall - Was Consumer Reports Right About Poor Reliability?

By John Goreham on June 5, 2017 - 1:55PM

The new Tacoma has another recall. This time it is stalling. Was Consumer Reports right about Tacoma's reliability heading down?

Watching the Acura NSX GT3 Claim its First Big Win

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2017 - 11:52AM

This past weekend, the new Acura NSX racing program claimed its first win in the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and I was there to witness the historic win right along with the folks from Acura.

The Top 3 Work Boots Suitable For Auto Mechanic Workers

By Armen Hareyan on June 5, 2017 - 11:35AM

Injuries to toes are amongst the most common auto mechanic work place injuries, as reported by Glendale Workers' Compensation Law Firm. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 60,000-foot injuries per year. So, here are the top 3 work boots suitable for auto mechanic workers.

Breaking Tesla News covers worker safety, Elon Musk, and Sales.

Breaking Tesla News - Musk Bails On Trump, Tesla Factory Safety, Sales

By John Goreham on June 5, 2017 - 10:53AM

This week's news has updates on Tesla factory safety, an interesting spin on Tesla Model S sales and Elon Musk's decision to quit on the Trump advisory committee.

2017 Mazda Miata RF vs. Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat. Which is faster on a racetrack?

Video: 2017 Mazda Miata RF vs. Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat - Guess Who Wins

By John Goreham on June 5, 2017 - 9:59AM

Motor Trend ran a 2017 Mazda Miata RF around a racetrack and then a Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat. Watch the hilarious results.

Porsche Macan continues to sell quite well as sales advance.

Led by Macan, Panamera, Porsche Sales Up 3.7 Percent in May

By Marc Stern on June 5, 2017 - 9:53AM

Porsche sales continued to trend upward in May as Macan and Panamera continued to sell well. Sales were off a bit for the automaker's other models.

Maserati Promises Plug-In Levante Hybrid Will Be Fun To Drive

By Will Maley on June 5, 2017 - 8:41AM

Maserati and hybrid may seem to go as well as oil and water. But the Italian automaker is making a big promise when it comes to their first one.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross, Chris Atkinson, GRC New England

Subaru WRX STI Scores First GRC Podium; Higgins Wins STPR

By Denis Flierl on June 5, 2017 - 7:44AM

Chris Atkinson drove his 2017 Subaru WRX STI to his first podium finish at GRC New England. Higgins pilots his #75 WRX STI to a win at STPR.

Honda Powered Graham Rahal Sweeps Double Header Indycar Detroit Grand Prix

By Parks McCants on June 5, 2017 - 2:13AM

Ironically, the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix was dominated this weekend by Honda power with Verizon Indycar’s Graham Rahal holding first position flag to flag on Saturday, followed by a very hard fought 2nd win on Sunday. This weekend was one of many firsts in Detroit.

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Michael Shank Racing Acura NSX GT3 Team Wins Detroit Grand Prix Sprint Run

By Parks McCants on June 4, 2017 - 1:19PM

It’s been a bit of an uphill run for Michael Shank Racing and Acura NSX GT3 in International Sports Car Racing. The exceptional team effort culminated this weekend with the 2-team NSX GT3 threat dominating the Detroit Bell Isle Park Grand Prix sprint run for the win.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR

Outgoing Subaru WRX/STI Sets Dizzying Pace; What Happens When 2018 Models Arrive

By Denis Flierl on June 4, 2017 - 8:10AM

The 2017 Subaru WRX and WRX STI performance sedans are setting a dizzying sales pace before the 2018 models arrive. What’s next for WRX/STI?

Jetta sales were solid in May for Volkswagen.

Volkswagen Reports May Sales Up by 4.3 Percent

By Marc Stern on June 3, 2017 - 12:52PM

Volkswagen sales continued to gain ground in May as the automaker reported a total sales increase for the month of 4.3 percent.

Sporting new livery, Scott Speed will battle teammate Tanner Foust for championship points in the GRC Rallycross stop in Connecticut.

Leading GRC Driving Duo Hopes for Better Luck At New England Track

By Marc Stern on June 3, 2017 - 11:56AM

The GRC road show moves into New England this weekend where the third edition of the specialized race series continues. The VW Andretti team hopes to see its drivers, Scott Speed and Tanner Foust, improve on their latest finishes. Speed and Foust lead championship driving points.

Subaru Crosstrek Desert Racer Takes on First-Ever Baja 500

By Denis Flierl on June 3, 2017 - 7:48AM

A new Subaru Crosstrek desert racer will make its Baja 500 debut this weekend. It’s a busy weekend for Subaru.

Despite best efforts, the Audi A7 burned on an Alpine mountain road.

Audi loses A7 Test Vehicle to Fire on an Alpine Road

By Marc Stern on June 2, 2017 - 10:43PM

An engineering unit, testing an A7 pulling a huge trailer on an Alpine road. found the A7 bursting into flames. As the fire consumed the vehicle engineers pulled out their equipment. Only one team member grabbed an extinguisher but it was too little, too late.

Germany probes Porsche, Audi use of emissions-cheating software

By Marc Stern on June 2, 2017 - 9:48PM

Porsche was charged by Germany's Transportation Authority that it had used emissions-cheating software in some of the Audi subidiary's vehicles.

Mazda Sends Virtual Racer to Real Race for Fourth Straight Year

By Tim Healey on June 2, 2017 - 5:56PM

Who ever said playing video games would mean you wouldn’t amount to anything?

Hyundai Sales Slump May Be Due to SUV Shift

By Tim Healey on June 2, 2017 - 4:01PM

With gas prices having fallen, SUV sales have risen.

Mustang Narrowly Beats Camaro, Challenger in May Sales

By Patrick Rall on June 2, 2017 - 2:30PM

After watching the Chevrolet Camaro take its first monthly sales title of 2017 in April, the Ford Mustang charged back for May, beating both the Camaro and the Dodge Challenger in the 5th month of the year along with pulling out to a bigger lead in the annual sales race.

Hyundai Kona Final Teaser Bares Almost All

By Tim Healey on June 2, 2017 - 12:55PM

Maybe you’re getting tired of reading about Hyundai Kona teasers, maybe you aren’t, but either way, Hyundai has given us one more.

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

Subaru Announces New WRX STI Type RA NBR Special Edition; Is it Coming to the US? [Video]

By Denis Flierl on June 2, 2017 - 7:21AM

Subaru announced a new WRX STI Type RA NBR Special Edition production model. Is it coming to the US? Check out the video.

What Happens When the Miata Goes Head to Head with the Toyota 86

By Tim Healey on June 1, 2017 - 5:38PM

What’s a better affordable, fun sports car? The Mazda Miata RF or the Toyota 86?

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