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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.

The TopSpeed Imagined 2019 Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang looks Good Enough to Take Racing

By Patrick Rall on June 7, 2017 - 4:09PM

We have only seen what is expected to be the 2019 Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang under black-and-white camouflage, but based on spy shots and inside information, the artists from TopSpeed have created what they believe is a Mustang which should resemble the actual next gen GT500.

Audi continued its impressive sales run in May posting its 77th straight record month.

Audi Sales Continue Their Roll Increasing for the 77th Straight Month

By Marc Stern on June 7, 2017 - 3:52PM

For the 77th straight month, Audi continued its run of record sales. May marked the automakers fifth-best sales month and pushed sales for the year to 83,555. May also set a new record for the month as Audi delivered 19,197 vehicles versus 18,728 last year.

East Coast Defender Builds One of the Maddest Defenders

By Will Maley on June 7, 2017 - 2:35PM

Do you want to stand out from other Land Rover Defenders? A company in Florida is happy to oblige, if you have the cash.

Chevy's Anti-Aluminum Ads with the Ford F150 haven't Helped Sell the Silverado

By Patrick Rall on June 7, 2017 - 12:18PM

It has been just over a year since Chevrolet rolled out their Silverado ads featuring a new Ford F150 bed being damaged by dropping various objects onto the aluminum surface and in that year, Ford sales have risen while Silverado sales have dropped – showing that the automotive consumer may not favor negative advertising.

V8 Corvette Engine-Powered Mazda Miata must be seen to be believed.

This Corvette Engine-Powered Mazda Miata Has To Be Seen To Be Believed

By John Goreham on June 7, 2017 - 8:17AM

V8 Mazda Miata conversions are not new, but this Miata is a work of art.

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback

How Subaru Forester Edges Outback in UK’s Top-10 Best Cars to Own Survey

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

The Subaru Forester edges the Outback in Auto Express’ Top-10 Best Cars to Own owner survey. What do owners say about both vehicles?

Will Hyundai Kona EV Come to North America?

By Tim Healey on June 6, 2017 - 3:26PM

We know Hyundai is planning at least one EV SUV.

Lexus LC 500 wins prestigious design award at MIT ceremony.

Lexus LC 500 Wins Design Award From New England Motor Press

By John Goreham on June 6, 2017 - 3:20PM

The Lexus LC 500 wins the group's most prestigious design award.

New Camaro ZL1 1LE shown Testing at Nurburgring (Video)

By Patrick Rall on June 6, 2017 - 3:08PM

A brief video showing a pair of 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE test cars in and around the famed Nurburgring in Germany suggests that GM is almost certainly overseas, looking to set a new Ring Record for American muscle cars.

The Saleen 30-Year Championship Commemorative Edition Ford Mustang

The Newest Saleen Ford Mustang packs 730-750hp

By Patrick Rall on June 6, 2017 - 12:42PM

The crew at Saleen Automotive has just announced its newest package for the Ford Mustang and in honor of the 30th anniversary of the dominating 1987 Saleen racing team, the company is offering a street version and a track version of the 30-Year Championship Commemorative Edition Mustang – with power levels of 730 and 750 horsepower.

Hagan's Dodge Charger makes it 6-Straight for Don Schumacher Racing

By Patrick Rall on June 6, 2017 - 11:45AM

This past weekend at the New England Nationals, Matt Hagan beat both John and Courtney Force en route to his 3rd win of the season, Don Schumacher Racing’s 8th win of the season and the 5th win in a row for the Mopar funny cars.

The Difference Between The 2017 Ford Raptor 3.5 vs The 2017 F150 3.5 Ecoboost

By Jason Lader on June 6, 2017 - 8:20AM

These days you see marketing hype everywhere you look, and Ford Motor Company is one of the best for every market. Ford has continued to accelerate forward in the truck market with the launch of the Gen 2 2017 Ford Raptor and the ever evolving line of Ecoboost motors. So with all of the trucks being offered in the truck lineup is there really a big difference between the 2017 Ford Raptor and the 2017 F150 Ecoboost?

Japan-Spec WRX S4 Gets Upgraded EyeSight; 2 Ways Subaru Has Your Back

By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2017 - 7:48AM

The new Japan-spec 2018 Subaru WRX S4 gets upgraded EyeSight. There’s two ways Subaru has your back.

Screaming around a corner the Rockstar Beetle GRC moves though the pack at Thompson.

VW Andretti Drivers Atop World Rallycross GRC After Weekend Sojourn in New England

By Marc Stern on June 6, 2017 - 7:41AM

The Volkswagen Andretti GRC World Rallycross team had a good weekend at Thompson Motor Speedway in Connecticut. Scott Speed, the championship points leader, scored two second place finishes (he was stuck in the middle and had to do some fancy driving to obtain his place on the podium. His teammate Tanner Foust cruised through proceedings Saturday and was doing very well Sunday when he lost a wheel, just three laps from the finish line in the Final.

Honda Diesel Powered Civic Hatchback for Europe, Why Not The U.S.?

By Parks McCants on June 6, 2017 - 12:37AM

Looking through Monday’s email in box, a Honda Torque News reader raised an interesting question? Will Honda be importing the popular U.K. diesel powered Honda Civic Hatchback to the U.S.?

Why Mazda is Expanding its Racing Efforts

By Tim Healey on June 5, 2017 - 2:53PM

Mazda has announced that it started its first official Global MX-5 Cup series outside of the U.S. in April.

Do suspension mods really improve the 2017 Gen 2 Ford F150 Raptor?

By Jason Lader on June 5, 2017 - 2:31PM

Is it really worth all the money to modify a brand new 70K+ Ford F150 Raptor truck to make it "drive better"?

Another Toyota Tacoma recall. Was Consumer Reports right?

A Second New Toyota Tacoma Recall - Was Consumer Reports Right About Poor Reliability?

By John Goreham on June 5, 2017 - 1:55PM

The new Tacoma has another recall. This time it is stalling. Was Consumer Reports right about Tacoma's reliability heading down?

Watching the Acura NSX GT3 Claim its First Big Win

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2017 - 11:52AM

This past weekend, the new Acura NSX racing program claimed its first win in the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and I was there to witness the historic win right along with the folks from Acura.

The Top 3 Work Boots Suitable For Auto Mechanic Workers

By Armen Hareyan on June 5, 2017 - 11:35AM

Injuries to toes are amongst the most common auto mechanic work place injuries, as reported by Glendale Workers' Compensation Law Firm. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 60,000-foot injuries per year. So, here are the top 3 work boots suitable for auto mechanic workers.

Breaking Tesla News covers worker safety, Elon Musk, and Sales.

Breaking Tesla News - Musk Bails On Trump, Tesla Factory Safety, Sales

By John Goreham on June 5, 2017 - 10:53AM

This week's news has updates on Tesla factory safety, an interesting spin on Tesla Model S sales and Elon Musk's decision to quit on the Trump advisory committee.

2017 Mazda Miata RF vs. Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat. Which is faster on a racetrack?

Video: 2017 Mazda Miata RF vs. Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat - Guess Who Wins

By John Goreham on June 5, 2017 - 9:59AM

Motor Trend ran a 2017 Mazda Miata RF around a racetrack and then a Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat. Watch the hilarious results.

Porsche Macan continues to sell quite well as sales advance.

Led by Macan, Panamera, Porsche Sales Up 3.7 Percent in May

By Marc Stern on June 5, 2017 - 9:53AM

Porsche sales continued to trend upward in May as Macan and Panamera continued to sell well. Sales were off a bit for the automaker's other models.

Maserati Promises Plug-In Levante Hybrid Will Be Fun To Drive

By Will Maley on June 5, 2017 - 8:41AM

Maserati and hybrid may seem to go as well as oil and water. But the Italian automaker is making a big promise when it comes to their first one.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross, Chris Atkinson, GRC New England

Subaru WRX STI Scores First GRC Podium; Higgins Wins STPR

By Denis Flierl on June 5, 2017 - 7:44AM

Chris Atkinson drove his 2017 Subaru WRX STI to his first podium finish at GRC New England. Higgins pilots his #75 WRX STI to a win at STPR.

Honda Powered Graham Rahal Sweeps Double Header Indycar Detroit Grand Prix

By Parks McCants on June 5, 2017 - 2:13AM

Ironically, the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix was dominated this weekend by Honda power with Verizon Indycar’s Graham Rahal holding first position flag to flag on Saturday, followed by a very hard fought 2nd win on Sunday. This weekend was one of many firsts in Detroit.

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Michael Shank Racing Acura NSX GT3 Team Wins Detroit Grand Prix Sprint Run

By Parks McCants on June 4, 2017 - 1:19PM

It’s been a bit of an uphill run for Michael Shank Racing and Acura NSX GT3 in International Sports Car Racing. The exceptional team effort culminated this weekend with the 2-team NSX GT3 threat dominating the Detroit Bell Isle Park Grand Prix sprint run for the win.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR

Outgoing Subaru WRX/STI Sets Dizzying Pace; What Happens When 2018 Models Arrive

By Denis Flierl on June 4, 2017 - 8:10AM

The 2017 Subaru WRX and WRX STI performance sedans are setting a dizzying sales pace before the 2018 models arrive. What’s next for WRX/STI?

Jetta sales were solid in May for Volkswagen.

Volkswagen Reports May Sales Up by 4.3 Percent

By Marc Stern on June 3, 2017 - 12:52PM

Volkswagen sales continued to gain ground in May as the automaker reported a total sales increase for the month of 4.3 percent.

Sporting new livery, Scott Speed will battle teammate Tanner Foust for championship points in the GRC Rallycross stop in Connecticut.

Leading GRC Driving Duo Hopes for Better Luck At New England Track

By Marc Stern on June 3, 2017 - 11:56AM

The GRC road show moves into New England this weekend where the third edition of the specialized race series continues. The VW Andretti team hopes to see its drivers, Scott Speed and Tanner Foust, improve on their latest finishes. Speed and Foust lead championship driving points.

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