Automotive News (Page 590)

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.

How Long Do Toyota Prius Cabin Filters Normally Last

By Armen Hareyan on May 24, 2017 - 9:50PM

After a while you need to change the cabin filters of your Toyota Prius. When is a good time to replace them.

3 Ways Dodge could Improve the Hellcat Challenger, Charger for 2018

By Patrick Rall on May 24, 2017 - 5:05PM

We don’t have any official information on the 2018 Challenger SRT Hellcat or 2018 Charger SRT Hellcat, but based on a few other 2018 model year vehicles from FCA – there are three seemingly simple ways for Dodge to improve the Hellcat cars for the next model year.

Mercedes Will Debut New Downsized Engines For Next-Gen Compacts

By Will Maley on May 24, 2017 - 2:56PM

The next-generation compact vehicles from Mercedes-Benz will not only be riding on a new platform, but will be boasting new engines.

Ford Recalls 2017 F150, Super Duty for Driver's Seat and Door Handle Problems

By Patrick Rall on May 24, 2017 - 2:39PM

Ford Motor Company has issued a pair of safety compliance recalls for 2017 F150 and Super Duty, along with some trucks from previous models years and the 2017 Explorer, over a concern that the front seats could break and the doors could open in the event of an accident.

2017 Subaru BRZ vs. Mazda Miata RF - Which earns your vote based on our comparison?

Help Us Choose: 2017 Mazda Miata RF vs. Subaru BRZ

By John Goreham on May 24, 2017 - 11:52AM

We tested the 2017 Mazda Miata RF and the Subaru BRZ back to back. We found some striking differences and surprising similarities. Help us pick a winner.

Japan-Spec 2018 Subaru WRX STI Gets One Feature US Fans Won’t See

By Denis Flierl on May 24, 2017 - 8:18AM

Subaru released info on the Japan-spec 2018 WRX STI performance sedan. It gets one feature U.S. buyers won’t see.

2017 Honda Accord Sport: 189 hp, 6 speed manual takes on Los Angeles traffic

By Parks McCants on May 24, 2017 - 2:17AM

Yes, you can purchase Honda’s Accord Sport trim package equipped with a CVT automatic transmission and wheel mounted paddle shifting. But for hands-on-shift control, I prefer Honda’s stunningly good 6 speed manual transmission. Here’s why.

How Much Nissan Leaf Mileage Drops When You Turn on AC

By Armen Hareyan on May 23, 2017 - 11:15PM

Depending your location and weather your Nissan Leaf Mileage may drop once you turn on the Air-conditioner. How much the mileage drops is discussed in a conversations in various Nissan Leaf forums and groups. Let's see what people say.

2017 Smart ForTwo Electric Drive Is Cheaper than Outgoing Model

By Will Maley on May 23, 2017 - 4:41PM

Before too long, the only powertrain you'll be able to get from Smart is electric. But at least it will be the least expensive way to get into an electric vehicle.

Toyota Teams With MIT Media Lab On Mobility EcoSystem

By John Goreham on May 23, 2017 - 4:29PM

Toyota says its new partnership with the MIT Media Lab will accelerate the development of autonomous driving technology.

Louisville Rallycross Stop Turns Into A Thriller For VW Andretti Team

Louisville Rallycross Stop Turns Into A Real Thriller for VW Andretti Team

By Marc Stern on May 23, 2017 - 1:49PM

The weekend stop at Louisville turned into a thriller as VW Andretti Rallycross team holds onto third-place win and four-place finish.

Glen Watson's Hellcat Charger on the track

Meet the World's Most Powerful Hellcat: Glen Watson's Dodge Charger

By Patrick Rall on May 23, 2017 - 12:58PM

The Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat is one of the world’s most powerful production cars and it is the world’s most powerful gasoline-powered vehicle with four doors, but Glen Watson’s Hellcat Charger is the most powerful Hellcat Hemi-powered vehicle in the world – packing 1463.84 horsepower at the rear wheels.

Tale of the Tape: Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 vs Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

By Patrick Rall on May 23, 2017 - 10:57AM

The hottest head-to-head battle in the world of the American muscle car is being waged between the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and the 2017 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat. So today we bring you a “tale of the tape” looking at how these two monster muscle cars match up on paper and, to some extent, in the real world.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Subaru EV, electrification, Subaru Crosstrek PHEV

Major Changes are Coming for Subaru; The New Crosstrek Will Get Safer and Electrification is Coming

By Denis Flierl on May 23, 2017 - 8:34AM

Big changes are coming for Subaru and the new-generation Crosstrek will get safer and electrification is coming. What won't change?

600 Horsepower Extreme Civic Coupe Wins Round 2 Red Bull GRC

By Parks McCants on May 23, 2017 - 1:45AM

A mere two rounds into the second full season for the extreme turbocharged, H.P.D. Olsbergs MSE built Honda Civic Coupe, Sebastian Eriksson takes on all comers, winning the first Red Bull Global Rallycross Series leg 2 for Honda.

Reinvented Civic Si Sighted Wandering the Wilds of the California Mojave Desert

By Parks McCants on May 22, 2017 - 10:11PM

American Honda Mojave Proving Center returns to operations following a major refresh. Earlier in the week, Torque News received reports of several 10th generation Civic Si sedans and coups wandering the wilds of the Mojave. What is Honda up to now?

Skip Barber Racing School Files For Bankruptcy

By John Goreham on May 22, 2017 - 9:39PM

The iconic driving school may be at its end.

Will There Be a Hyundai Tucson N?

By Tim Healey on May 22, 2017 - 4:42PM

Hyundai has plans for its upcoming N performance sub-brand that don’t jibe with its already said publicly.

Breaking Tesla news on Superchargers, Elon's family, and more.

Breaking Tesla News Includes Free Supercharging, Elon's Cousin, Consumer Reports Math

By John Goreham on May 22, 2017 - 3:35PM

This week's Tesla News has updates for those that enjoy free Supercharging, a status report on Elon Musk's cousin, and the final verdict on Tesla's solar roof calculator.

Miata Catches Fire, Owner Races for His Beer

By Tim Healey on May 22, 2017 - 3:31PM

A Miata owner took part in a burnout contest in Virginia over the weekend and ended up burning more than just some rubber.

What Makes Mazda Such a Racing Success?

By Tim Healey on May 22, 2017 - 3:00PM

Mazda is a small car company, yet the zoom-zoom brand is kicking some butt at amateur racing.

Capps Wins 4th Straight in his Dodge Charger, Hagan Sets a New World Record

By Patrick Rall on May 22, 2017 - 1:29PM

Ron Capps won his 4th straight race and Matt Hagan set a new funny car world record this past weekend as the Don Schumacher Dodge Charger funny car dominance of 2017 continued in Kansas.

Hyundai, Kia Recalls Reopened - What it Means to You

By Tim Healey on May 22, 2017 - 12:27PM

The federal government is looking into a recall of 1.7 million Hyundais and Kias to make sure it was executed properly.

This Cheapest EV Costs 200 Dollars and Some Tech Details Are Known

By Armen Hareyan on May 22, 2017 - 10:59AM

Kazakhstan is going to present a new electric car at the EXPO-2017 Astana, which costs 200 US dollars to make.So far we know only few technical details. This is probably the cheapest EV made so far in the world.

Ford CEO Fields Fired - or he "Retired"

By Patrick Rall on May 22, 2017 - 10:57AM

Ford Motor Company announced this morning that Chief Executive Officer Mark Fields has “elected to retire”, although when the news of Fields’ departure first broke last night – it was reported by Forbes that the head of Ford had been fired.

Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider Roof Trick.

Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider Owners' Clever Roof Trick

By John Goreham on May 22, 2017 - 10:12AM

Have you ever seen a Mazda Miata or Fiat 124 Spider roof left like this and wondered why the owner did it?

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross, Scott Speed, Volkswagen, Tanner Foust

Subaru’s WRX STI Can’t Compete at GRC Sitting Under the Service Tent

By Denis Flierl on May 22, 2017 - 7:17AM

Both Subaru WRX STI Global Rallycross cars missed the Final in Sunday’s Round 2 action. What happened to Subaru?

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Canada, pricing and specs

2018 Subaru WRX STI Canadian Specs and Pricing Announced

By Denis Flierl on May 21, 2017 - 7:21AM

Subaru Canada announces specs and pricing on the newly-refreshed 2018 WRX STI performance-tuned sedan.

Do You Think All Airbag Issues Are Takata? There Are Others

By Marc Stern on May 21, 2017 - 12:14AM

Audi has recalled 17,000 A7s to fix an issue with face curtain airbag issues. It is probably the first time in a while that airbag news hasn't been related to Takata products.

Volkswagen has recalled 84,000 2012-14 diesel Passats to fix heat shield problems.Although Volkswagen has been the diesel recall king for the last couple of years due to Dieselgate and its fallout, there are times when the automaker’s diesel vehicles are called back for repairs for something other than emissions. Refer here Volkswagen has recalled 84,000 Passat diesel cars built from 2012-2014 to fix heat shield issues. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), installed heat

VW recalls 84,000 Diesel Passats For Heat Shield Problems

By Marc Stern on May 20, 2017 - 9:44AM

Volkswagen has recalled 84,000 2012-14 Passat diesels to repair heat shields that are too short to protect half-shafts. The grease may become hot enough to run and if it comes in contact with a hot surface there may be a fire. The recall will begin in July.

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