Automotive News (Page 596)

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 aggressive Takata airbag recall and replacement program may be creating its own problems.Could The Takata Airbag Recall Be Creating Its Own Worst Problems?

Could The Takata Airbag Recall Be Creating Its Own Worst Problems?

By Marc Stern on April 29, 2017 - 10:21PM

A recent automotive trade paper story suggested that the massive Takata airbag safety recall program could be the cause of some very disturbing problems.

Subaru Announces New Australian-Spec WRX S-Edition; Why Will Fans Choose it Over the Faster STI?

By Denis Flierl on April 29, 2017 - 11:26AM

Subaru Australia announces a new 2017 WRX S-Edition. Why will fans choose it over the faster STI?

Extreme GRC Honda Civic Racing Trio Debuts in Memphis April 28

By Parks McCants on April 28, 2017 - 2:58PM

Today marks the official start of the 2017 Red Bull Global Rallycross series, and season two for Sweden's Olsbergs MSE, Honda Red Bull OMSE Civic Coupes. For 2017, Olsbergs MSE takes on a third car and a new look.

Tesla Model X Fire Falcon Doors Not Opening

Can a Fire Stop The Falcon Wing Doors on a Tesla Model X?

By Douglas Stansfield on April 28, 2017 - 10:02AM

A video has surfaced on Youtube that contains pictures of a head-on collision of a Tesla Model X. The pictures show both cars on fire so the source of the fire’s origin is in question. The crash happened in February in a city in China and Tesla is reviewing the circumstances around it. But the question remains as to can a fire stop the Falcon Wing Doors from opening on a Tesla?

2018 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Outback

How Does the Family-Oriented Outback Wagon Keep Scoring Best "All-Terrain” Vehicle?

By Denis Flierl on April 28, 2017 - 8:32AM

How does the family-oriented Subaru Outback wagon keep scoring Best "All-Terrain” vehicle? It's more than a family hauler.

Warning Not To Try To Tamper With The Leaf Battery Pack at Home

By Douglas Stansfield on April 27, 2017 - 9:30PM

As a former Nissan Leaf driver of a 2013 Nissan Leaf and as a former owner of an EV Conversion company, I was always tempted to try and extend the range of my Nissan Leaf. I never did it because of lack of time and do to the fact that I leased it so I didn’t want to end up tampering with the car at all. I drove it until it was due back and miss it to this day.

Kia's upstart premium sedan earns IIHS Top Safety Pick + rating

By Parks McCants on April 27, 2017 - 8:57PM

Kia’s second generation 2017 Cadenza has captured the interest of value conscious 4-door premium midsize sedan buyers. Cadenza is soon to become the most awarded offering in the segment. This week, Kia’s segment topping, upstart premium sedan earns a Top Safety Pick + rating from the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety.

Best Tire Shine Products Car Enthusiasts Like With a Warning

By Armen Hareyan on April 27, 2017 - 8:41PM

When you buy a car you quickly realize that shining tires are one of the most visible parts of your car. This is why I asked number of car enthusiasts about the longer lasting tire shine products and sprays they like and consider the best. But there is a warning about safety too.

Rumored: Mercedes-Benz SLC Could Be Shown the Door

By Will Maley on April 27, 2017 - 3:36PM

Last month, Mercedes-Benz boss Dieter Zetsche said the brand would be doing some pruning to their lineup, with a primary focus on niche models such as coupes and convertibles.

How deal with a Mazda Miata or Fiat Spider flat tire.

How To Plan For A Flat Tire In a Mazda Miata or Fiat 124 Spider

By John Goreham on April 27, 2017 - 10:10AM

The Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider are unusual in that they have no spare tire and also do not have run flat tires. So what’s the plan if one gets a flat?

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Lamborghini, Ferrari

How Does Tiny Subaru Top Lamborghini and Ferrari? It’s Not About Performance

By Denis Flierl on April 27, 2017 - 8:23AM

How does tiny Subaru top sports car brands Lamborghini and Ferrari? It’s not about performance.

The next stop in the Pirelli/Audi Sports racing series will be the Virginia International Speedway.

Audi Customer Racing Program Stops At Virginia International

By Marc Stern on April 26, 2017 - 10:16PM

Audi's customer racing program lands at the Virginia International Speedway this weekend as four owner/racers pit themselves and their vehicles against the pros on the Pirelli circuit.

How Veloster Enthusiasts Make Hyundai The Brand It Is

By Armen Hareyan on April 26, 2017 - 8:03PM

Car enthusiasts are the top driving force behind any brand and this is the case with Hyundai Veloster enthusiasts. In this story one Hyundai Veloster owner speaks up on how they helped to change the way people see Hyundai.

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Civic Type-R Buzz driving Honda performance hatchback feeding frenzy

By Parks McCants on April 26, 2017 - 3:25PM

Could the soon to arrive in the U.S. English built North American specific Honda Civic Type-R rekindle the glory years of Honda car sport tuning? American Honda is betting on it. From where I sit, an unprecedented Civic Type-R fan and media buzz is driving a Honda performance hatchback feeding frenzy.

2018 Odyssey minivan showcases Honda’s first 10 speed automatic transmission

By Parks McCants on April 26, 2017 - 12:33PM

For 2018, Honda improves on Odyssey, a winning formula that’s driven the maker's family hauler to the top of the minivan segment -- and now, how to stay there.

What To Look For When Buying a Used Nissan Leaf

By Armen Hareyan on April 26, 2017 - 11:12AM

Nissan Leaf owners discuss primers on what one needs to look for when buying a used Nissan Leaf, including charging options.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Forester

6 Reasons Why Consumers will Choose The New Subaru Outback Wagon vs. Forester SUV

By Denis Flierl on April 26, 2017 - 8:31AM

The Subaru Outback wagon will stay the best-selling vehicle in the Subaru lineup. There’s 6 reasons why consumers choose the new 2018 model over the Forester SUV.

Pimping My Nissan Leaf, Says This Aussie EV Leaf Innovator

By Douglas Stansfield on April 25, 2017 - 8:29PM

Some Nissan Leaf owners like modifying their EV using various techniques. If you have ever considered modifying your Nissan Leaf, how much has it cost? Nothing has been modified in a Nissan Leaf like this.

Mazda's Unique Way Of Offering Assistance To Those In Need

By John Goreham on April 25, 2017 - 4:40PM

Mazda's Drive to 100 program puts vehicles in the hands of those that need them most.

A picture of your convertible could earn you a $50 gas card.

Your Miata or Spider Convertible Image Could Earn You $50 - Here's How

By John Goreham on April 25, 2017 - 3:01PM

Do you have a great convertible picture? Here's how it could earn you fifty bucks in gas.

Ford Confirms Mustang as the World's Bestselling Sports Car for 2016

By Patrick Rall on April 25, 2017 - 2:52PM

Ford Motor Company has confirmed we already knew, announcing that the Ford Mustang was the bestselling sports car in the world during 2016, with more than 150,000 examples of the pony car sold across 140 countries around the world.

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon Lives (In Canada, Minus the Diesel)

By Will Maley on April 25, 2017 - 2:39PM

Last January, Mercedes-Benz announced the C-Class wagon would be arriving in Canada. At the time, no release date was given. Since this announcement, Mercedes has been oddly quiet about it.

How many times has the annual cost of gasoline been fifty cents from where it is now? The surprise answer.

How Many Times Since 1929 Has Gasoline's Annual Average Price Been Fifty Cents From Today's Price?

By John Goreham on April 25, 2017 - 1:49PM

We look at the annual average cost of gasoline after adjusting for inflation and find some interesting facts.

Capps' Dodge Charger gives DSR Win #4 - then Explodes

By Patrick Rall on April 25, 2017 - 1:00PM

This past weekend, Ron Capps drove his Don Schumacher Racing Dodge Charger funny car to an explosive victory at the NHRA Springnationals – beating the John Force Racing Camaro of Robert Hight and giving the Mopar funny car team its 4th win in 5 events this season.

A reliability analysis of the 2016 and 2017 Toyota Prius.

Is the New 2016 and 2017 Toyota Prius As Reliable As Older Prius Cars?

By John Goreham on April 25, 2017 - 12:17PM

We break down the 2016, 2017 Toyota Prius reliability using Consumer Reports, CarComplaints.com, and NHTSA data.

New Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE Nürburgring Footage Arrives Online

By Patrick Rall on April 25, 2017 - 10:43AM

New footage has arrived online showing the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE lapping the Nürburgring without any sort of camouflage – meaning that the company might be working on setting a new record lap for the quickest muscle car around “The Ring”.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, Oregon Trail Rally, Travis Pastrana, David Higgins

Higgins Chooses Wrong Tires for His Subaru WRX STI; It Costs Him 7th  Win In-a-Row

By Denis Flierl on April 25, 2017 - 7:53AM

Two identical 2017 Subaru WRX STIs battled at the Oregon Trail Rally where Pastrana beats Higgins. Did it come down to a tire choice gamble?

Tesla News includes a new Autopilot lawsuit, a recall, and a price reduction

Breaking Tesla News Includes a Recall, a Price Cut and an Autopilot Lawsuit

By John Goreham on April 24, 2017 - 5:14PM

This week's Tesla News has a bit of everything. Don't miss the video!

The Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE could turn in Supercar-like Nurburgring Times

By Patrick Rall on April 24, 2017 - 4:33PM

General Motors hasn’t announced a Nürburgring lap time for the new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE, but based on what we know about this newest Chevy muscle car and what we know about past performances from other Camaros – the ZL1 1LE has a very real chance of laying down supercar-like times at the Nürburgring.

The 2017 Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider have problem and we have the answer.

The 2017 Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider Have One Big Flaw - How To Fix It

By John Goreham on April 24, 2017 - 3:22PM

If you just bought a Mazda Miata or Fiat 124 Spider, here is the first simple thing you will want to do.

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