Automotive News (Page 608)

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.

General Motors Sells Opel, Vauxhall to Peugeot for $1.376 billion

By Patrick Rall on March 6, 2017 - 4:03PM

General Motors announced this morning that the company well sell the Opel and Vauxhall automotive operations in Europe and all of the accompanying assets with those brands including 11 production facilities and an engineering center to PSA – with a purchase price of 1.3 billion Euros or $1.376 billion US dollars.

Shine On You Crazy Diamond, Rolls-Royce

By Will Maley on March 6, 2017 - 3:38PM

Pulling up in a Rolls-Royce means you have some cash. But for some, that isn't enough.

Ford Mustang, Dodge Challenger Outsell Chevy Camaro In February 2017

By Patrick Rall on March 6, 2017 - 3:25PM

The sales numbers from around the muscle car world for February 2017 are in and once again, the Ford Mustang claimed the monthly sales race, but the bigger surprise is that the Dodge Challenger outsold the Chevrolet Camaro by a comfortable margin.

Hellcat Challenger burnout in muscle heaven commercial

Dodge Challenger, Charger Featured in New Fast and Furious Commercial

By Patrick Rall on March 6, 2017 - 2:15PM

The newest commercial for the upcoming automotive action flick The Fate of the Furious hit the internet late last week, featuring a heavy dose of high performance Dodge production – including the Hellcat Challenger, the Hellcat Charger, the Challenger TA, the Charger Daytona and the new Durango SRT with some stars from the movie.

March Camaro of the Month: Ray Cochran's 1973 Z/28

By Patrick Rall on March 6, 2017 - 12:54PM

The TorqueNews/Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for March 2016 is the spotless 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 – owned by Ray Cochran of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

New Toyota Reduces Self-Driving Car Gizmos and Doo Dads by 42%

By John Goreham on March 6, 2017 - 12:33PM

Toyota’s newest self-driving car has a full 42% reduction in giant gizmos, cutting wind resistance and boosting fuel economy.

Ford issued a Takata-related recall last week that, believe it or not, isn't related to the major safety recall affecting millions of vehicles.

Ford Announces Takata Recall With A Twist

By Marc Stern on March 6, 2017 - 11:32AM

Not all Takata airbags are involved in the big recall. Ford last week recalled 32,000 vehicles for airbag module issues. Dealers will install replacement devices for free. The replacement devices all have any fixes completed as well.

Lexus RC and IS owners should act fast on this corrosion recall.

Act fast To Take Advantage of This Lexus RC and IS Recall - Wheel Arch Corrosion

By John Goreham on March 6, 2017 - 10:39AM

Lexus issues a Limited Service Campaign to fix rear wheel arch corrosion issues, but you need to act fast to take advantage of it.

Tesla News Update - Autopilot Crash, Lawsuits, and a new Commercial

Breaking Tesla News Includes 1st Commercial, Employee Law Suit, Another Autopilot Crash

By John Goreham on March 6, 2017 - 9:41AM

Tesla news video has important updates on Autopilot, a first commercial for Tesla and a Law Suit. Plus a stock update.

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

Subaru’s All-New Crosstrek Sits Covered in Geneva; What Sweeping Changes Will Consumers See?

By Denis Flierl on March 6, 2017 - 8:09AM

Subaru unveils the all-new 2018 XV (Crosstrek in the U.S.) tomorrow at the Geneva International Motor Show. What sweeping changes will consumers see when it gets uncovered?

One of the original 1982 Italdesign concepts, this Capsula concept shows the direction the Audi subsidiary's new look is taking.

Italdesign Concept Shows Unique Path To Mobility

By Marc Stern on March 5, 2017 - 11:05PM

When the Geneva Motor Show opens its doors this week there will be an interesting concept vehicle, the result of a partnership between Audi subsidiary Italdesign and Airbus. It is a new concept in urban mobility.

Call Me Velar, Range Rover's Newest Model

By Will Maley on March 5, 2017 - 6:47PM

The Range Rover lineup grows to four members this week at the Geneva Motor Show with the introduction of the Velar.

Why You Won’t Find the New Subaru WRX STI Sitting in North American Garages this Winter

By Denis Flierl on March 5, 2017 - 8:08AM

Even though the weather was bleak in Canada this February, sales of the 2017 Subaru WRX STI were hot. Here’s why you won’t find them sitting in the garage this winter.

VW sales continued their strong move upwards, clearly showing the automaker may have shaken Dieselgate.

Strong Sales In February Show That Volkswagen Has Shaken Dieselgate

By Marc Stern on March 5, 2017 - 12:01AM

February sales results show that Volkswagen seems to have shaken the cloud that was provided by its Dieselgate scandal. In all key metrics, VW sales in February were up.

Why A Million Mercedes-Benz Vehicles Are Being Recalled

By Will Maley on March 4, 2017 - 3:27PM

If your new Mercedes-Benz vehicle is taking a while with engine not starting, then step away as it could possibly lead a fire.

Why Doesn’t Subaru Build a Mid-Size Pickup? It’s the Hottest Segment in America

By Denis Flierl on March 4, 2017 - 8:35AM

With mid-size pickups like the Tacoma and Frontier the hottest segment in America, why doesn’t Subaru build a pickup?

Volkswagen will introduce the "Long Tiguan" at the Geneva Motor Show next week.

VW To Debut ‘The Long Tiguan’ At Geneva Motor Show

By Marc Stern on March 3, 2017 - 11:40PM

Volkswagen's ambitious launch schedule continues at the Geneva Motor Show where the Tiguan Allspace, the "Long Tiguan," built on the platform that is also used underneath the new VW Atlas crossover, will be introduced.

The I.D. series of concept cars is becoming much more real as VW plans to add the MPV concept as a model in 2020.

VW Brings Its New Buzz To the Geneva Auto Show

By Marc Stern on March 3, 2017 - 8:43PM

Volkswagen continues to show its I.D. family of electric cars as the path on which the automaker is moving to the future. Volkswagen has promised on the order of 30 new electric models by 2025 which means that each of its many subsidiaries will be offering electric vehicles based on the same platform, MEB.

2017 HR-V Epitomizes Honda’s Roots of Affordable Car Value

By Parks McCants on March 3, 2017 - 4:32PM

With so much virtual ink being spent these days on 0 to 60 MPH sprint times, and higher than reality check fuel efficiency, how is that a relatively slow, subcompact crossover, claiming average fuel efficiency, leading the segment in sales for 2017.

Realtime Racing Acura NSX GT3 brings Dave Marek Style to PWC

By Parks McCants on March 3, 2017 - 1:56PM

Acura holds one of if not the most accomplished and recognized teams in automotive design today. NSX GT3, and more specifically, its Livery, is a bold example of the artistic flair that lies at the core of Acura design. First and foremost, Dave Marek is an artist.

Highlander, Yaris iA, and Prius are Consumer Reports Top Picks

Toyota Earns Most Consumer Reports Top Picks with Highlander, Yaris iA, and Prius

By John Goreham on March 3, 2017 - 10:45AM

Toyota takes three of the ten Consumer Reports Top Picks. Highlander Yaris iA, and Prius all win their segments.

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.

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