Automotive News (Page 589)

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.

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Honda takes first and second, Verizon IndyCar Long Beach Grand Prix

By Parks McCants on April 9, 2017 - 9:10PM

A great weekend for Honda Performance Development as 3 out of the top 5 finishers of the Verizon IndyCar 2017 Long Beach Grand Prix were Honda powered. At one time in Sundays race, the top 6 drivers flew the big “H.”

Aston Martin's New Factory Is A Converted Aircraft Hangar

By Will Maley on April 9, 2017 - 6:26PM

In a couple of years time, Aston Martin will begin producing their first crossover, the DBX. But to do this, Aston Martin will need a second factory. Progress on this is making headway.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2017 Subaru Impreza, safest vehicles

Are You Looking for the Safest Crossover? New Subaru Crosstrek Achieves Highest Score Ever in Global Safety

By Denis Flierl on April 9, 2017 - 8:16AM

Are you looking for the safest vehicle on the road? The all-new Subaru Crosstrek crossover and Impreza compact have both achieved the highest score ever for safety in Japan.

The Tech In Your Mercedes S-Class Is About to Feel Outdated

By Collin Woodard on April 8, 2017 - 8:48PM

The Mercedes S-Class is already a tech-laden luxury flagship. But when the updates S-Class is released later this year, it's going to make the previous version feel old and outdated.

Honda Performance dominates Friday's practice Long Beach Grand Prix

By Parks McCants on April 8, 2017 - 2:13PM

By most accounts with Chip Ganassi Racing running Honda engines and Aero kits for 2017, the maker that earned its entry into automaking through racing, will dominate Indycar in 2017.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Subaru BRZ, DirtFish Rally School

Iconic Subaru WRX STI Remains Exclusive Vehicle at DirtFish Rally School; Why Do they Include the Slippery RWD BRZ?

By Denis Flierl on April 8, 2017 - 8:43AM

The Subaru WRX STI will remain the exclusive OEM vehicle at the DirtFish Rally School. Why does the school include the BRZ?

How By 2020 Your Mercedes Could Drive Itself

By Collin Woodard on April 7, 2017 - 9:44PM

It's no secret that autonomous technology is the future of cars. And almost every automaker is currently developing its own self-driving cars. But Mercedes hopes its latest partnership will allow it to bring driverless taxis to the streets by 2020.

NSX GT-3: Acura RealTime Racing comes to Long Beach April 8, 9

By Parks McCants on April 7, 2017 - 1:22PM

Off to a solid start for 2017, Cox and Eversley will attack the streets of Long Beach, California in the 3rd round of Pirelli World Challenge GT behind the wheel of the Acura RealTime Racing NSX GT-3 car. It should be a great weekend for Acura.

Hellcat Challenger Beats Camaro ZL1 in an Autos-Only Roll Race Battle

By Patrick Rall on April 7, 2017 - 12:40PM

A new video has been posted online showing a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat beating a Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 in two out of three roll races in a clash between two stock, supercharged muscle cars with their automatic transmissions.

How to adjust a Lexus RX or NX tailgate height.

How To Easily Adjust the Opening Height of The Rear Hatch On Lexus RX or NX Crossover

By John Goreham on April 7, 2017 - 11:18AM

Does your Lexus RX or NX hatch open too far and contact your garage door? Or are you afraid you will leave it up and back into the garage door when exiting? We can help.

Lexus Navigation Route Trace is a handy tool. How to use it.

How To Use Lexus Navigation Route Trace To Find Your Way Back Easily

By John Goreham on April 7, 2017 - 9:48AM

Use Lexus' Route Trace function in the navigation menus to easily find your way back when exploring.

By Denis Flierl on April 7, 2017 - 8:48AM

The popular Subaru Outback gets refreshed for 2018 and is coming with at least 33 new improvements for crossover buyers.

Ram Rebel Knows a Perfect Steak, Limited Gets New Tailgate Letters

By Patrick Rall on April 6, 2017 - 6:03PM

FCA uses the start of the Houston Auto Show yesterday to introduce a new exterior color for the 2017 Ram 1500 Rebel with Delmonico Red combining two of my favorite things – a high performance off-road truck and the proper color of a good steak – along with rolling out new lettering for the tailgate of the premium Limited models.

Meet the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro Indy 500 Festival Cars

By Patrick Rall on April 6, 2017 - 4:47PM

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced this morning that the 2017 Indy 500 “Festival Cars” had been delivered, with 101 specially outfitted 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertibles built for official use and public sale around the Indianapolis area – and the cars intended for public sale should be at local dealerships soon.

Toyota Tacoma's dominance in midsize trucks proven in unusual sales month.

2017 Toyota Tacoma Sales vs. Chevy Colorado Show Truth About Midsize Trucks

By John Goreham on April 6, 2017 - 4:19PM

With every midsize truck on the market down in March, we now know the facts about the market share of Tacoma, Colorado, Frontier, Ridgeline, and Canyon when production capacity is not an issue.

Ford Mustang adding Rear Doors or V8 Supercars adding Coupes?

By Patrick Rall on April 6, 2017 - 4:03PM

It seems as though the Ford Mustang will become the weapon of choice for Blue Oval drivers in the Australian V8 Supercar racing series – meaning that there will either be a coupe running in what has traditionally always been a sedan-only series, or the Mustang body will be adapted to fit on the current sedan race car platform.

A LaFerrari Could Be Crushed Due To A Stupid Reason

By Will Maley on April 6, 2017 - 2:55PM

Just because you are rich doesn't mean you be above the law.

Honda reveals 2017 Civic Si price, specifications and availability

By Parks McCants on April 6, 2017 - 1:20PM

Today Honda revealed ball-park price and specifications for the redesigned uptick 2017 Civic Si, and more. What else do we know about Honda's latest Civic Si offering?

2018 Buick Regal brings back a wagon

By Mary Conway on April 6, 2017 - 1:04PM

Buick is introducing two new models, a sportback and a wagon. This isn't your grandfather's Roadmaster! It is a sporty take on the wagon for people who love the room of a SUV and the functionality of a car.

How to adjust the navigation sound volume in a Lexus.

How To Adjust Navigation Volume In Your Lexus RX and Other Models

By John Goreham on April 6, 2017 - 11:11AM

Adjusting the sound volume of navigation guidance in a Lexus is tricky. We show you how using the RX crossover as an example.

Here’s How You Can Win a Free Garden Makeover from Subaru; You Don’t Even Need to Drive an Outback

By Denis Flierl on April 6, 2017 - 9:52AM

Would you like to win a free garden makeover from Subaru? You don’t even need to drive an Outback. Here’s how.

2017 Nissan Titan PRO-4X, RMAP, Denver Auto Show, 2017 Rocky Mountain Truck of the Year

Why Nissan Titan PRO-4X Scores "2017 Rocky Mountain Truck of the Year"

By Denis Flierl on April 6, 2017 - 7:37AM

The 2017 Nissan TITAN PRO-4X scores "2017 Rocky Mountain Truck of the Year” from the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press. Why did it win?

Nissan, Volvo and Chrysler take top honors at Denver Auto Show

By Mary Conway on April 5, 2017 - 8:41PM

The Rocky Mountain Automotive Press has selected its favorite Truck, Car and Crossover/SUV of 2017.

The Mercedes-AMG GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe Were Inevitable, but They're Still Great

By Collin Woodard on April 5, 2017 - 7:14PM

There aren't many surprises here when it comes to Mercedes-AMG GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe, but if the formula works, why change it?

Honda tops 4 categories in USN ‘2017 Best Cars For Families'

By Parks McCants on April 5, 2017 - 5:06PM

CR-V, HR-V, Odyssey, and Pilot top U.S. News and World Report’s coveted “2017 Best Cars for Families". That’s noteworthy, when considering some very good competition.

Jaguar Is Working On A Long-Wheelbase XE (For China)

By Will Maley on April 5, 2017 - 3:45PM

The Chinese auto market is a unique one. For example, they are the only market where there are long-wheelbase variants of compact and midsize luxury sedans.

Hennessey Rolls Out a New 1000hp Camaro ZL1 Drag Racing Package

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2017 - 12:13PM

The team at Hennessey Performance has cooked up a new package for Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 owners who want to go from the street to the drag strip and runs 9s, and to battle Dodge’s newest high performance Challenger, HPE is calling this 1000 horsepower muscle car the Exorcist.

2017 Toyota Prius Prime still exceeding sales expectations in the EV segment.

2017 Toyota Prius Prime Drops To Third in EV Sales Behind Tesla Model S and Chevy Volt

By John Goreham on April 5, 2017 - 10:04AM

The 2017 Toyota Prius Prime Hybrid's U.S. sales are still growing, but in March it finishes third overall in electric vehicle sales.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 WRX, Subaru Outback, Subaru Forester

Subaru WRX/STI Rides High with Stablemates Outback and Forester

By Denis Flierl on April 5, 2017 - 8:35AM

The Subaru WRX and WRX STI performance sedans are riding high with stablemates Outback and Forester. What new records did they set?

Here's Why Mercedes Pulled Ads from The O'Reilly Factor

By Collin Woodard on April 4, 2017 - 6:50PM

If you tune into “The O’Reilly Factor” in the coming months, you’ll still see Bill O’Reilly. But what you won’t see anymore are ads from Mercedes.

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