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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.

Cheaper Car Insurance For Tesla Model S Owners If Equipped With Autopilot

By Dave Ashton on March 15, 2017 - 10:06AM

One car insurance company is starting to offer a discount to drivers who use Tesla's Autopilot system.

Porsche Chairman Oliver Blume Discussed Plans For The Mission E recently.

Porsche Chairman Fills In Details On the Electric Mission E

By Marc Stern on March 14, 2017 - 11:39PM

Porsche used the Geneva Motor Show to launch an important future addition to its lineup the Mission E model in the Macan crossover series. Porsche Chairman Oliver Blume discussed the model's details.

Will Chevy Bolt Be As Safe As Prius Prime and Volt?

Will 2017 Chevy Bolt Match Prius Prime and Chevy Volt In IIHS Safety Testing?

By John Goreham on March 14, 2017 - 7:08PM

The 2017 Chevy Bolt is presently being tested for safety. What's your prediction on how it will do vs. the current green car safety leaders.

Ferrari Official Doesn't Despise SUVs, But Admits One from the Prancing Horse Needs to Be Different

By Will Maley on March 14, 2017 - 4:33PM

One automaker that has seem to escape from the SUV craze is Ferrari. Previously, Ferrari CEO Sergio Marchionne said "uou have to shoot me first," when asked about this last year. But it seems there is a slight change of heart.

Ford Focus RS: Averaging 500+ Units Sold per Month

By Patrick Rall on March 14, 2017 - 4:07PM

The Ford Focus RS officially went on sale in the US last summer, marking the first time that the RS name has been offered here in the States and since becoming available, Ford has sold more than 3,500 examples of the all-wheel drive, turbocharged hot hatch.

Hellcat Challenger, Charger Flex their Muscles in Geneva

By Patrick Rall on March 14, 2017 - 3:00PM

Although the Dodge brand isn’t technically offered in Europe, the Hellcat Challenger and Hellcat Charger are both on display at the ongoing 2017 Geneva Motor Show – allowing the Mopar muscle cars to flex their muscles with help from the European importer responsible for bringing these beasts from the USA.

Why The 2017 Hyundai Ioniq May Be The Most Efficient Hybrid For Sale

By Dave Ashton on March 14, 2017 - 1:23PM

The hybrid vehicle market will start to hot up in the next few years, but is the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq the Best in show at the moment?

Tesla Model 3 Spotted Out In The Wild

By Dave Ashton on March 14, 2017 - 11:04AM

A Tesla Model 3 prototype has been spotted cruising up and down the highway.

Want To Buy A Long Range EV? Try A Used Tesla Model S

By Dave Ashton on March 14, 2017 - 10:35AM

Now may be the time to consider a used EV vehicle in the form of a Tesla Model S if you are looking for a somewhat affordable long range electric car.

Imagining a Midcycle Engine Refresh for the C7 Corvette Stingray

By Patrick Rall on March 14, 2017 - 10:21AM

There has been lots of discussion about new engines coming to the Chevrolet Corvette lineup in the form of new, high performance models, but there is an outside possibility that the Stingray could get a new engine before it gets a new look – albeit a long shot.

New Japan-Spec Forester Reveals Improved Safety-Tech; Will U.S. Consumers See the Upgrades?

By Denis Flierl on March 14, 2017 - 8:03AM

Subaru announced a new Japan-spec Forester and it gets improved safety tech for consumers. Will U.S. buyers see the upgrades?

Bugatti Returns To Its Roots As It Partners With Firms On Super Yacht

By Marc Stern on March 13, 2017 - 11:40PM

Returning, in a way, to its roots Bugatti has partnered with yacht-builder Palmer Johnson to create a sports yacht reminiscent of the one commissioned and built in the 1930s. It was named after Ettore Bugatti's youngest daughter, using her nickname.

This Week Marks the 70th Anniversary of the First Ferrari

By Will Maley on March 13, 2017 - 3:28PM

March 12th is an important date in Ferrari's history.

Modified Dodge Challenger Hellcat vs Modified Cadillac CTS-V on a 1/2-mile Track

By Patrick Rall on March 13, 2017 - 2:49PM

A video from the folks at SRT Autoworks shows a lightly modified Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat taking on a lightly modified Cadillac CTS-V in a half mile roll race – and the supercharged Mopar makes short work of the supercharged GM super-sedan.

Tesla model S vs Chevy Bolt, Too Much Range?

By Dave Ashton on March 13, 2017 - 11:48AM

An interesting question posed in the Tesla forums, points out, 'Does the Bolt have too much range?' Here we discuss the feedback and some of the pros and cons amongst other things.

Base Tesla Model S P100D Vs. a modified P100DL Drag Race, Who Will Win??

By Dave Ashton on March 13, 2017 - 10:21AM

A base model Tesla Model S P100D goes up against a modified Ludicrous P100D to test out weight savings, but which one will come out on top?

Tesla, Inc. news: Collision repair service, batteries for Australia, Chinese sales increases, and a stock update.

Breaking Tesla News Includes Service Upgrades, Help For Australia, China Sales, Stock Update

By John Goreham on March 13, 2017 - 8:27AM

This week's Tesla, Inc. news has updates on collision repair service, batteries for Australia, Chinese sales increases, and a stock update.

2017 Toyota 86, 2017 Toyota 860, 2017 Subaru BRZ,

Toyota Announces a New 860 Special Edition Coupe; It’s Exclusive, but How Special is it?

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2017 - 7:24AM

Toyota announces a new 2017 860 Special Edition Coupe. It’s exclusive, but how special is it?

Lamborghini's new Huracan Performante set a one-lap speed record at Germany's famed Nurburgring race track.

How Do You Set The Fastest Lap at the Nurburgring? Take A Huracan And Work

By Marc Stern on March 12, 2017 - 11:48PM

Lamborghini made a big splash at the recent Geneva Motor Show when it introduced the record-setting Huracan Performante, the sports car that set a new lap record at Germany's tough Nurburgring.

Audi's torrid sales pace continued in February with overall deliveries up 37 percent.

For 74th Straight Month, Audi Sets New Sales Record

By Marc Stern on March 12, 2017 - 3:24PM

Audi continued its record sales pace in February by notching its 74th straight month of record sales. Interestingly, demand remained strong for Audi sedan. This is counter to a continuing buyer move away from sedans and into SUVs and crossovers.

Bentley rolled out an all-electric convertible that may go introduction in 2021.

All-Electric Bentley Convertible Last-Minute Entry At Geneva Auto Show

By Marc Stern on March 12, 2017 - 9:18AM

Let's face it, automakers are anything but shy about discussing products. That's why it is especially interesting that Bentley showed its 6 EV high-performance soft-top electric concept in Geneva.

Study Shows Why it’s Smart to Buy a New Subaru WRX not Used; There’s Other Gripping Data

By Denis Flierl on March 12, 2017 - 9:13AM

A recent study finds it’s smarter to buy a new 2017 Subaru WRX, not a one year old model. What other gripping data did the study find?

BMW M2 Scores Automobile’s All-Stars award; 3 Attributes Make it a Grin-Inducing Package

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

The BMW M2 scores Automobile’s All-Star award. There’s three attributes that make it a grin-inducing package.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2018 Subaru XV, Geneva International Motor Show 2017

3 Core Values Characterize the All-New Subaru Crosstrek; It’s Why the Brand is Hot and Getting Hotter

By Denis Flierl on March 11, 2017 - 8:42AM

There’s 3 core values that characterize the new-generation 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. It’s why the brand is hot and getting hotter.

VW Finally Pleads Guilty To “Dieselgate” Scandal

By Marc Stern on March 10, 2017 - 11:40PM

In a first, Volkswagen has admitted its guilt in Dieselgate as the automaker pleaded guilty Friday in U.S. District Court, Detroit, to three felony counts that included conspiracy and obstruction of justice.

Is the 2017 Prius Prime the perfect long-distance green commuter car?

2017 Toyota Prius Prime EV Proving Perfect Long-Distance Commuter Car

By John Goreham on March 10, 2017 - 12:16PM

The all-new Toyota Prius Prime plug-in hybrid electric vehicle offers green commuters a no-sacrifice solution enabling longer commutes than most EVs can handle.

Hyundai Sonata Korea launch Shows What's In Store For US version

By Dave Ashton on March 10, 2017 - 11:50AM

The upgraded Hyundai Sonata hits Korean shores and gives an idea of whats in store for the US model.

5 Best Suggestions From New Tesla Model S Owners

By Dave Ashton on March 10, 2017 - 11:08AM

There's nothing like getting solid advice from someone who owns the same vehicle as the one you want to buy or have just bought. Here are some of the best tips from present Tesla Model S owners.

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door, Impreza Recall

New Subaru Impreza Recalled for Rearview Camera Freeze; There’s an Increased Risk of Crash or Injury

By Denis Flierl on March 10, 2017 - 7:40AM

Subaru is recalling 25,567 new 2017 Impreza compact vehicles for a rearview camera freeze. There’s an increased risk of crash or injury.

Porsche has recalled 18,000 2015-17 Macans to repair problems with the passenger occupant detection system.

Porsche Recalls 18,000 Macans To Replace Their PODS Sensors

By Marc Stern on March 9, 2017 - 10:58PM

Porsche has recalled 18,000 2015-17 compact crossover Macans to replace the sensor mat on the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) which protects front seat passengers by turning the airbag on.

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