Automotive News (Page 612)

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.

Chevrolet Could Challenge Dodge with a New Camaro Z/28 in New York

By Patrick Rall on February 15, 2017 - 4:02PM

The Chicago Auto Show has come and gone without any word on the new Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 and with so many people expecting it to be introduced sometime this year, I wonder if GM won’t try to steal some high performance thunder at the New York Auto Show in April.

Honda Earns 4 spots in KBB’s ‘12 Best Family Cars of 2017’

By Parks McCants on February 15, 2017 - 2:19PM

As our friend Hondapro Jason says: “How cool is that?” With some very good competition in all segments judged this year, Honda cost of ownership, fuel efficiency, standard and optional safety, as well as measurable comfort and overall ride quality, secure 4 out of 12 “Best Family Cars of 2017” vehicle segments. Astounding!

What's the Word on the Hellcat-Powered Jeep Grand Cherokee?

By Patrick Rall on February 15, 2017 - 1:36PM

A year ago or so, the internet was ripe with speculation on the Hellcat Hemi-powered Jeep Grand Cherokee which is expected to be named the Trackhawk, but over the past few months, news on the supercharged Jeep has seemingly dried up – so today we revisit the Hellcat Jeep and discuss where it might debut.

2017 Honda Accord Bests Toyota Camry in 5-Year Cost of Ownership

By Parks McCants on February 15, 2017 - 1:28PM

Looking to the initial purchase MSRP, ( manufacturer's suggested retail price) and ongoing cost of maintenance and operation, Kelley Blue Book then factors in predicted residual value and acknowledges one midsize car offering above all others. “Best” in this application means affordable.

What Would You Pay For a Brand New 1990 Toyota Supra Turbo?

By John Goreham on February 15, 2017 - 9:26AM

A brand new 1990 Toyota Supra has surfaced for sale. What would you pay?

Tesla Driver Uses Model S To Stop Runaway Car

By Dave Ashton on February 15, 2017 - 9:24AM

Tesla driver purposefully sacrifices his vehicle to slow down driver on German Autobahn.

Subaru Wins First-Ever Best “Overall Brand” from CBB; Why Crosstrek is #1 in the Stable

By Denis Flierl on February 15, 2017 - 8:29AM

Subaru wins its first-ever Best Retained Value “Overall Brand” Award from CBB. Crosstrek is also singled out. What does it tell consumers?

The Dieselgate drama continued to inch its way to a conclusion as a judge has approved an initial settlement of another part of the emissions case.

VW, Bosch Receive Preliminary OK Of Dieselgate Settlements

By Marc Stern on February 14, 2017 - 10:51PM

The Dieselgate scandal keeps inching toward a climax. In the latest chapter, a U.S. District Court judge has approved an initial settlement for Volkswagen and Robert Bosch to take care of issues that apply to 3.0-liter V-6 turbodiesels.

2017 Honda Clarity FCV Takes Hydrogen Fueled Car Mainstream [Video]

By Parks McCants on February 14, 2017 - 7:25PM

I believe electrification to be the future of personal transportation. Honda drives into an electric vehicle future with a soon to be expanded Clarity EV lineup. “Don’t Stop Thinking About Tomorrow,” is Honda’s call to a non polluting driving future, via a video campaign featuring hydrogen molecules. ( sort of.)

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Heads Into the Sunset.

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata's Amazing Run Now Over - 2017 Model Arrives

By John Goreham on February 14, 2017 - 4:49PM

The 2016 model year lasted 19 months for the Mazda MX-5 Miata. A look back at its accomplishments.

Ford Could be Hinting to a New Mustang in Mach 1 or Boss 302 Trim

By Patrick Rall on February 14, 2017 - 4:02PM

Ford Motor Company has included an S197 Boss 302 in new Mustang marketing materials along with showing off a 1971 Mach 1 at the Chicago Auto Show, leading many vocal social media participants to insist that these are hints to future models – so today we look at the likelihood of a new Mach 1 or Boss 302 Mustang.

Smart Transitions to Electric Only For North America

By Will Maley on February 14, 2017 - 3:31PM

Smart has never really had any luck in North America. Their best year in sales was in 2014 when they sold 10,453 vehicles. Since then, sales have been steadily declining thanks to low gas prices and consumers going to crossovers and SUVs. Because of this, Smart is making a drastic decision.

Fireball Camaro Runs a 9.00 Quarter Mile - Setting the 6g Camaro Record

By Patrick Rall on February 14, 2017 - 3:02PM

The “Fireball Camaro” was back in action this past weekend and after being the first 6th generation Camaro to run in the 10s and 9s, this monster muscle car has set the new record for the quickest and fastest modern Camaro in the quarter mile with a time of 9.003 at 149.03 miles per hour.

Toyota hybrids still outsell EVs globally, pass 10 million units.

Toyota Hybrids Outselling All EVs Globally (Still)

By John Goreham on February 14, 2017 - 2:39PM

Toyota's hybrid sales have now passed 10 million globally, continuing to outpace global EV sales.

DSR Dodge Charger Beats JFR Chevrolet Camaro in NHRA Funny Car Season Opener

By Patrick Rall on February 14, 2017 - 12:24PM

The 2017 NHRA drag racing season opened this past weekend at the Winternationals in Pomona, California, and Don Schumacher Racing got off to a great start as Matt Hagan drove his Dodge Charger funny car to a big win – beating Courtney Force and her John Force Racing Camaro in a Dodge/Chevy final-round shootout.

Tesla News with Alex includes Model 3 update.

Tesla News Includes Model 3, Frunk, Mobile App, and Stock

By John Goreham on February 14, 2017 - 9:24AM

Tesla news this week includes speculation on Model 3 production and much more.

2017 Subaru WRX/STI, Impreza, Outback, Crosstrek, ALG 2017 Canadian Residual Value Awards

Valentine’s Love for Subaru Overflows with More Residual Value Awards; What it Means for Consumers

By Denis Flierl on February 14, 2017 - 8:43AM

Subaru has racked up Best Mainstream brand three years in-a-row and gets four segment awards from ALG. What does all this love for Subaru mean for consumers?

Tesla Self-Driving Cars Have Much More Competition From Ford And GM

By Dave Ashton on February 14, 2017 - 8:00AM

Tesla are not the only players in the autonomous vehicle world, with many of the competition, now investing heavily.

Gentex, a major rearview mirror manufacturer, sees a bright road ahead for rearviews.

Gentex Sees Bright Road Ahead For Rearview Mirrors

By Marc Stern on February 14, 2017 - 1:06AM

Gentex, a leading manufacturer of rearview mirror display systems, believes that there will be a demand for systems that combine conventional and electronic technologies into hybrid systems.

Whether it is new or old, a recall is a recall and a Jetta is a Jetta, a vehicle VW recalled.

Why Do Manufacturers Recall Only A Few Cars? Here’s One Theory

By Marc Stern on February 13, 2017 - 11:14PM

Why would a manufacturer recall just two cars? There are several reasons including good public relations and good customer relations. In the long run, the recall, as tiny is it might be, just makes sense.

2018 Toyota Sequoia TRD Sport has show to match the go.

2018 Toyota Sequoia TRD Sport Brings the Bling

By John Goreham on February 13, 2017 - 6:28PM

Toyota's new 2018 Sequoia has some equipment upgrades, but the look is the real news.

First Glance at Audi's new exclusive RS Q8 SUV with over 600 hp unveiled at Geneva Motor Show

By William Wilcox on February 13, 2017 - 4:53PM

A monster power Audi SUV set to rival x6m from BMW and Mercedes own AMG departments GLE 63s. First glance at the Audi RS Q8

What accessory or upgrade do Fiat 124 Spider owners desire most?

The Upgrades Fiat 124 Spider Owners Desire Most

By John Goreham on February 13, 2017 - 3:06PM

We polled the Fiat 124 Spider Fan Club members and this is what they told us they wanted most to upgrade their cars.

2017 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel: America's Most Fuel Efficient Non-Hybrid

By Patrick Rall on February 13, 2017 - 2:24PM

General Motors has announced the official EPA fuel economy figures for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel and with a highway figure of 52 miles per gallon – the new diesel Cruze offers better highway fuel economy than any non-hybrid car sold in America while also packing the torque levels which made the previous diesel Cruze so much fun to drive.

Mercedes-Maybach Introduces Their First SUV, But Not the One You Were Expecting

By Will Maley on February 13, 2017 - 2:08PM

We have been reporting on a rumored SUV for Mercedes-Maybach during the past few months. It would be using the platform for the next-generation GLS. Well, Mercedes-Maybach has announced an SUV, but it isn't a GLS-based model.

3 Reasons Why the Mopar 17 Challenger is my Favorite Mopar Model

By Patrick Rall on February 13, 2017 - 12:53PM

FCA’s Mopar brand has offered a special, limited edition vehicle in each of the past seven years and I have liked them all, but the Mopar 17 Challenger is easily my favorite – for 3 very simple reasons.

Father Of Late Tesla Driver Blames Car For Incident

By Dave Ashton on February 13, 2017 - 9:38AM

Father of Casey Speckman says that she could be alive today if she was driving another vehicle.

2017 Subaru Outback, Outback 2.0D, OzRoamer’s Car of the Year (COTY)

Untamed Subaru Outback 2.0L Turbo-Diesel Beats Impressive Field to Win OzRoamer's AWD SUV Award

By Denis Flierl on February 13, 2017 - 8:57AM

The 2017 Subaru Outback has added an award to the trophy case, winning it from recreational vehicle magazine OzRoamer. Why does the “wild” Outback 2.0L turbo diesel get the nod?

How Hyundai Start The Big Push For New Crossovers

By Dave Ashton on February 13, 2017 - 8:17AM

There are big styling and line up changes coming to the Hyundai crossover sector as seen by the latest spy shots.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross, Chris Atkinson, Patrik Sandell

New #55 WRX STI Supercar Debuts in Chicago; Subaru Will Fly in All 12 GRC Rounds

By Denis Flierl on February 13, 2017 - 7:51AM

Subaru brings their new Subaru WRX STI GRC Supercar to Chicago. Two new drivers will compete in all 12 GRC rounds.

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