Automotive News (Page 597)

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 Hyundai Genesis G80 Has Everything But Brand Envy

By Dave Ashton on March 3, 2017 - 9:48AM

The Genesis brand from Hyundai may have all the ingredients of a luxury vehicle, but is it the high-end car that will attract buyers from other brands?

2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

These 3 Hot AWD Vehicles are Why Subaru Rocks U.S. Consumers

By Denis Flierl on March 3, 2017 - 7:58AM

Subaru’s 3 crossovers are hot commodities in the U.S. Why are consumers drawn to the AWD vehicles?

Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo will debut next week at the Geneva Auto Show.

Porsche Debuts Its First “Practical” Model; Is It Sport Or A Wagon?

By Marc Stern on March 2, 2017 - 11:31PM

When the Geneva Auto Show opens next week there will be a new series of cars joining last year's newcomer, the Panamera. In this case, it is Porsche's first "practical" vehicle, a sports wagon called the Sports Turismo.

A Florida lawsuit alleges that Ferrari engages in odometer rollbacks.

Lawsuit Says Ferrari Engages In Odometer Rollbacks

By Marc Stern on March 2, 2017 - 6:52PM

A lawsuit brought by a salesman against a Florida Ferrari dealership claims the high-performance, luxury Italian carmaker engages in odometer rollbacks to guarantee the price of its vehicles on the used market.

Hyundai Sets Date For ItsVoice Controlled Ioniq EV

By Dave Ashton on March 2, 2017 - 10:17AM

Hyundai Motors will be launching its own artificial intelligence assistance functionality in the Ioniq later this year.

2017 Subaru Forester, Consumer Reports, 10 Best Cars of the Year

Forester Wins “Best Cars of the Year” from Consumer Reports; 2 Subaru Vehicles Drop to Average

By Denis Flierl on March 2, 2017 - 8:30AM

According to Consumer Reports, the 2017 Subaru Forester is one of the 10 Best Cars of the Year. Which 2 Subaru vehicles drop to average?

2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 Subaru WRX STI

2017 Subaru WRX/STI Performance Sedans Stay Hot; They’re Still Setting New Records

By Denis Flierl on March 2, 2017 - 8:12AM

The 2017 Subaru WRX and WRX STI stay hot. The performance sedans are still setting new records.

2017 Mitsubishi Outlander sparks maker’s revival in the U.S.

By Parks McCants on March 1, 2017 - 8:09PM

2017 marks the 100th anniversary of Mitsubishi's manufacturing of the automobile. For February, Mitsubishi Outlander Crossover sales drive the Japanese brand to its best month since 2005, marking the resurgence of Mitsubishi Automotive in the U.S..

2017 Honda Accord leads 385% Jump in Hybrid Sales for Maker

By Parks McCants on March 1, 2017 - 2:39PM

Looking to the bottom of American Honda’s February Sales Report, I was a bit astounded by a hybrid-related factoid or two.

2017 Acura RDX Posts Record February Sales

By Parks McCants on March 1, 2017 - 1:52PM

2017 Acura RDX takes the spotlight in February for Honda’s premium brand, with yet another sales record posted for this compact premium crossover.

2017 Honda CR-V drives maker to February sales record

By Parks McCants on March 1, 2017 - 1:09PM

The reinvented 2017 Honda CR-V and HR-V subcompact CUV, drive American Honda to a year over year sales record for February. What makes CR-V such a compelling buy?

2017 Toyota Prius Prime Outselling Tesla's Model X and S

2017 Prius Prime Plug-In Outselling Both Tesla Models and Chevy Bolt This Year

By John Goreham on March 1, 2017 - 11:25AM

The new Prius Prime Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle has outsold the Tesla Model S and Model X, as well as the Chevy Bolt so far this year in America. Here's why.

Hyundai Tease With New Sporty Sonata Sketches On Facebook

By Dave Ashton on March 1, 2017 - 10:41AM

Hyundai give us a tantalising look at the new Sonata posted on Facebook.

Tesla Named The Top American Car Brand

By Dave Ashton on March 1, 2017 - 9:59AM

The latest annual results from the Consumer Reports names Tesla as the top American car brand.

2018 Ford F-150 vs. Toyota Tundra - Which is tougher?

2018 Ford F-150 vs. Toyota Tundra TRD Sport - Which Looks Tougher?

By John Goreham on March 1, 2017 - 9:45AM

We compare and contrast the new 2018 Ford F-150 versus 2018 Toyota Tundra TRD Sport with an eye towards rugged looks.

With Takata's guilty plea to a criminal charge the spotlight shifts to automaker's like Honda and others and their knowledge of specific airbag use.

Automakers Take Center Stage in Airbag Issues As Takata Pleads Guilty

By Marc Stern on February 28, 2017 - 11:24PM

With Takata's guilty plea Monday in U.S. District Court, Detroit, automakers now take center stage as attorneys focus on the car industry and their knowledge of the use of faulty airbag inflators.

Slowly, VW Continues To Recover From Dieselgate Scandal

By Marc Stern on February 28, 2017 - 11:04PM

Slowly, but surely Volkswagen seems to be turning the corner as it comes out from under the weight of its self-inflicted diesel emissions scandal and things look better. Tuesday, Consumer Reports noted that Audi and Porsche were the top two designees on its Consumer Brands Report Card.

Would Tesla adding maintenance and insurance be catching up or disrupting?

Tesla Considers Adding Insurance and Maintenance - Disruption or Catch Up?

By John Goreham on February 28, 2017 - 11:45AM

Tesla, Inc. has hinted it may add insurance and maintenance to the cost of its vehicles in the U.S. Would this be disruption, or is tesla playing catch up again?

High Speed Autosteer Comes To Tesla Hardware Very Soon

By Dave Ashton on February 28, 2017 - 10:19AM

The much anticipated Autosteer functionality is to come soon to the latest Tesla vehicles.

The New Hyundai Kona Compact SUV Continues Naming Convention

By Dave Ashton on February 28, 2017 - 9:53AM

Korean automakers Hyundai are in the process of developing a compact crossover to boost their lineup and the vehicle is currently under the project name of Kona.

Crossover Shoppers will See 3 Crucial Improvements on All-New Crosstrek; And All Next-Generation Subarus

By Denis Flierl on February 28, 2017 - 8:23AM

Crossover shoppers will see 3 crucial improvements on the all-new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. They will also show up on all next-generation Subarus.

Breaking Tesla News About Model 3 Deliveries

Breaking Tesla News Includes Model 3 Build Schedule, Insurance, More

By John Goreham on February 28, 2017 - 7:47AM

The news with Tesla, Inc. this week includes an updated Model 3 build schedule, an interesting idea about maintenance and insurance, and Tesla's Q4 report.

A Detroit judge approved a $1 billion settlement for Takata to end the airbag manufacturer's criminal woes.

Takata Pleads Guilty To Felony; Judge Okays $1 Billion Settlement

By Marc Stern on February 27, 2017 - 11:40PM

A U.S.District Court judge Monday approved a final settlement and accepted Takata's guilty plea to a felony count as the Takata airbag court action moved toward a resolution.

Ford Needs a Big Power Mustang more than Ever

By Patrick Rall on February 27, 2017 - 3:50PM

The Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R is an awesome machine, but with the new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE likely claiming the title of the most road course capable muscle car while the Hellcat Challenger continues to keep the drag strip on lock – the Motor Company is in need of a big power Mustang more than ever.

Diesel vs. Hybrid Crossovers - Which are greener?

Lexus RX 450h Hybrid vs. Jaguar F-Pace Diesel – Green Credentials Comparison

By John Goreham on February 27, 2017 - 3:06PM

We compare two premium two-row crossovers with a focus on the green vehicle credentials both bring to the table.

Volvo Recalls A Number of 90 Series Models For An Airbag Issue

By Will Maley on February 27, 2017 - 2:46PM

Volvo has a reputation for building safe and dependable vehicles. That doesn't mean they are immune from recalls.

2017 Maserati Levante vs. Lexus RX 350 - Style Comparison

2017 Maserati Levante vs. Lexus RX 350 Which Style Is Better?

By John Goreham on February 27, 2017 - 12:16PM

We ask readers which style they like better and why, Maserati Levante or Lexus RX 350.

Hagan's Dodge Charger Opens with Back-to-Back Wins

By Patrick Rall on February 27, 2017 - 12:11PM

This past weekend brought about the second event of the 2017 NHRA season and for the second time this year, Matt Hagan drove a Don Schumacher Racing Dodge Charger to the top of the ladder in the Funny Car class – beating 2016 champ and teammate Ron Capps in the final run.

The Rumored Z/28 is Actually the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE

By Patrick Rall on February 27, 2017 - 11:27AM

This past weekend, General Motors rolled out the Chevrolet Camaro which many of us expected to be the next Z/28, but it is actually the new ZL1 1LE – which hits the market as the most track capable, factory-built Camaro of all time.

Chevy Bolt And Tesla Model 3 Head For Culture Wars

By Dave Ashton on February 27, 2017 - 10:45AM

Chevrolet and Tesla may be heading for a culture clash when the Tesla Model 3 eventually emerges.

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