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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.

Global MX-5 Cup Competes at Indy Tonight

By Tim Healey on June 16, 2017 - 12:20PM

If you want to see some racing hot Mazda Miatas at the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway, aka the Brickyard, without shelling out a lot of cash for the Indy 500 or the yearly NASCAR event, the global MX-5 Cup is tonight.

Toyota and Tesla’s Partnership – Perspective Missed By Most

The Auto Press Has It All Wrong On Toyota and Tesla's Partnership

By John Goreham on June 16, 2017 - 11:14AM

As the partnership between Toyota and Tesla finally ends, the EV advocacy media and mainstream auto press miss the big picture entirely.

Why Subaru's New STi Ra and BRZ tS Meet with Mixed Reactions

By Max Marck on June 16, 2017 - 10:20AM

Subaru has released its anticipated “RA” limited edition WRX STi. The car, which makes use of Subaru’s “Record Attempt” moniker, previously reserved for cars sold in Japan, will be produced in limited numbers, with just 500 specimens making their way to US. The production car derives its name from Subaru’s WRX STI Type RA NBR Special, which will attempt to set a new record at the Nürburgring in Germany.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek Pricing Announced; 3 New Features and Fuel Mileage is Revealed

By Denis Flierl on June 16, 2017 - 7:46AM

The all-new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek pricing, new features and gas mileage is revealed. What new features are coming?

How Does the 2018 Hyundai Kona Drive?

By Tim Healey on June 15, 2017 - 5:21PM

Earlier this week, Hyundai finally took the wraps off of its new Kona B-segment crossover, after months of teasers.

3 Engine Options for the 2018 Ford F150 Detailed with Power Output

By Patrick Rall on June 15, 2017 - 2:45PM

We have known since the 2018 Ford F150 was introduced that it would feature an engine lineup with more power than the 2017 models and today, we learned just how much more power the newest F150 will offer when it reaches dealerships later this year.

Hyundai Veloster N Spied Again

By Tim Healey on June 15, 2017 - 12:25PM

We know that the Hyundai Veloster N is coming, but we just don’t know when it's coming and now it's spied again.

Hennessey has sold 12 1000hp Exorcist Camaros, Details on How to Buy (Video)

By Patrick Rall on June 15, 2017 - 12:15PM

Since the folks at Hennessey Performance introduced their 1000hp Exorcist package for the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, it has proven to be very popular, with the company selling a dozen examples of the supercharged muscle car already while also issuing a simple video explaining how interested buyers can get one of their own.

2017 Acura NSX 1st Drive: Experiencing the Splendors of a Hybrid Supercar

By Patrick Rall on June 15, 2017 - 11:10AM

I recently had a chance to spend a few hours driving the 2017 Acura NSX on the open road and on the drag strip, which clearly illustrated the advantages of the hybrid supercar drivetrain in fantastic fashion.

Which is quicker? 2004 MazdaSpeed Miata turbo or 2017 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth?

Performance Matchup: NB MazdaSpeed Miata vs. 2017 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth

By John Goreham on June 15, 2017 - 10:11AM

The Gen-2 MazdaSpeed Miata had a turbocharged engine, six-speed, and excellent handling. How would it compare to today's 2017 Fiat 125 Spider?

2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek

How Subaru’s Symmetrical AWD Dominates Global Sales Outselling Audi’s Quattro

By Denis Flierl on June 15, 2017 - 8:06AM

Tiny Subaru is the number one selling all-wheel-drive automaker in the world beating Audi who is number two. How do they beat larger automakers like Audi?

Audi Launches A5/S5 Sportback for Owners ‘Who Don’t Want An SUV’

By Marc Stern on June 15, 2017 - 4:02AM

Audi has launched a new pair of "Sportbacks." Roomier than a sedan, they are available to those people who are just not ready to commit to an SUV or crossover.

2018 Jaguar XF Sportbrake Breaks Cover, Arrives In North America This Winter

By Will Maley on June 14, 2017 - 4:10PM

After hinting and teasing for months, Jaguar unveiled the 2018 XF Sportbrake. The best part? It will be arriving in North America this winter.

Taking a Guess at the 2018 Dodge Durango SRT Pricing

By Patrick Rall on June 14, 2017 - 4:09PM

Since the news of the 2018 Dodge Durango SRT was announced a few months back, we have been peppered with questions focusing on the pricing of the high performance SUV and while we don’t have any concrete numbers thus far – we can take some guesses about the 2018 Dodge Durango SRT pricing based on the pricing of the closely related Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT and the other Dodge models.

Hyundai Finally Unveils Kona and Here Are The Key Features

By Tim Healey on June 14, 2017 - 1:02PM

The new Hyundai Kona is finally here. Hyundai took the wraps off the upcoming Kona subcompact crossover SUV after teasing it for months. It’s slated to go on sale in South Korea first, followed by North America and Europe.

Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Owners File Class-Action Lawsuit over Cooling Issues

By Patrick Rall on June 14, 2017 - 1:00PM

The Seattle-based law firm Hagens Berman has filed a class-action lawsuit against General Motors on the behalf of 2015-2017 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 owners over the well-known cooling issues which can force the supercharged supercar into Limp Mode – hindering the track abilities while possibly creating a safety hazard on the road or the track.

Volvo models fail to make IIHS list of safest vehicles.

Volvo Models Dropping From IIHS Lists of Safest Vehicles

By John Goreham on June 14, 2017 - 12:19PM

Volvo vehicles do not rank high in real-world crash safety data according to this report by IIHS.

IIHS tests crossover and SUV headlights. Three Toyotas pass and one fails.

Three Safety Passes and One Fail For Toyota SUVs and Crossovers

By John Goreham on June 14, 2017 - 11:36AM

IIHS tests crossover and SUV headlights. Three Toyotas pass and one fails.

2018 Honda Civic Type-R Now Available, MSRP Verified

By Parks McCants on June 14, 2017 - 11:02AM

After two years of anticipation, Honda’s U.S. specification 2018 Civic Type-R was released for sale Wednesday, June 14, with a surprisingly reasonable MSRP, for the most powerful Honda ever released for retail sale in the U.S..

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, EVO, Evolution SUV

Mitsubishi Lancer EVO Replacement Will be an Evolution Performance SUV

By Denis Flierl on June 14, 2017 - 8:22AM

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is gone forever, but the nameplate will be revived as a performance SUV by the Japanese automaker.

2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA, NBR Special, 2000 WRX STi Type RA S201

Don’t Expect New WRX STI Type RA to be a Valuable Collector Car

By Denis Flierl on June 14, 2017 - 7:54AM

The new 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR won’t likely be a collector car. What did a 2000 WRX STi Type RA S201 recently sell for?

Like U.S. market, Overseas Aftermarket Provides VW Amarok With Many Fine Options

By Marc Stern on June 13, 2017 - 11:01PM

Though there have been rumblings that Volkswagen's mid-sized pickup was headed for the U.S., that is not the case, says the automaker. Meantime, the overseas aftermarket provides VW Amarok buyers with a wide variety of canopies, window screens and tints, like the U.S. aftermarket. And, for the same reason, to allow buyers to tailor their pickups to make them unique.

More Than Half of Midsize SUV Headlights Rate Poorly in IIHS Testing

By Tim Healey on June 13, 2017 - 5:59PM

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) did some testing of midsize SUV headlights, and the results were dismal.

The Chevrolet Corvette is America's Most American-Made Car

By Patrick Rall on June 13, 2017 - 3:25PM

A study conducted by American University in Washington DC has found that the Chevrolet Corvette is America’s most American-made car, marking the 4th year in a row that America’s historic sports car has claimed that title.

Rumored: Polestar Could Be Building Standalone Performance EVs

By Will Maley on June 13, 2017 - 3:08PM

Polestar is best known for building fast Volvos. But a new report says they could be doing more.

2017 Lexus ES 350 earns spot on U.S. News Autos Best List

Why the 2017 Lexus ES 350 Was Just Named a Best Car to Buy Right Now by U.S. News Autos

By John Goreham on June 13, 2017 - 12:36PM

We look past the obvious to learn why U.S. News Autos just put the Lexus ES 350 on its list of Best Cars to Buy Right Now.

A Ranger Raptor inspired by the F150 Raptor is a Great Idea

By Patrick Rall on June 13, 2017 - 11:51AM

There have long been rumors of a Ford Ranger off-road performance package similar to the F150 Raptor and with first-hand accounts from people who claim to have witnessed a “Ranger Raptor” test truck on the road, the prospect of seeing a high performance midsized Ford truck is pretty exciting.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek

Subaru Has Been All About Love, Now They Want to Make You Smile

By Denis Flierl on June 13, 2017 - 8:15AM

The new Subaru Corporation has been all about “love”, now they want to make you smile. How will they do it?

Honda Takes 2018 Fit to Next Level With an Injection of ‘Sportitude’

By Parks McCants on June 13, 2017 - 1:24AM

American Honda rolled out a teaser announcement as to a major refreshed 2018 Honda Fit offering, featuring not only expanded active safety features, but an edgy looking “sport” edition. Can a mainstream subcompact Honda economy hatchback be sporty?

Owners of 2014 Chevrolet Silverados are furious they can't get their AC fixed

By Mary Conway on June 12, 2017 - 10:55PM

Dozens of 2014 Chevrolet Silverado owners have contacted us over their frustration about their trucks' air conditioning problems. Owners say that they are unable to get their trucks fixed properly.

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