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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.

By Denis Flierl on February 12, 2017 - 7:46AM
Kelly Blue Book says the 2017 Toyota 86 and 2017 Subaru BRZ will depreciate less than any other sports cars. What American coupe came in third?
By Marc Stern on February 12, 2017 - 1:18AM
Audi continued to set new sales marks in January as it posted its 73rd consecutive month-to-month sales increase. Led by crossovers and its small sedans, the automaker posted an overall 11 percent sales increase. Crossover sales were up 22 percent.
By Denis Flierl on February 11, 2017 - 9:55AM
These recent transplants from St Louis find out what the Subaru culture is like in Colorado. They keep hearing, “Can I buy your Subaru Outback?” Their response is legit!
By Marc Stern on February 10, 2017 - 10:46PM
Renewing a competitive partnership for 2017, Scott Speed and Tanner Foust are returning for a fourth consecutive year to drive with the Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross racing team.
By Parks McCants on February 10, 2017 - 5:47PM
With an 8.8 out of a possible “10” score, U.S. News and World Report ranked 2017 Honda CR-V #1 overall value in the white hot compact SUV segment for 2017. How’d Honda do it?
By Parks McCants on February 10, 2017 - 5:07PM
Well, have you driven one? This week U.S. News and World Report rated 2017 Honda HR-V “Best Subcompact SUV for the Money.”
By Parks McCants on February 10, 2017 - 3:42PM
According to auto industry bellwether U.S.News and World Report, in reviewing proprietary data, and all viable auto journalist drive reviews, 2017 Acura MDX rates ‘Best 3-Row Luxury SUV for the money,” five years running.

By Will Maley on February 10, 2017 - 2:00PM
As Volvo finishes up on launching the 90 series around the world, their attention turns to another group of vehicles.
By Patrick Rall on February 10, 2017 - 12:50PM
General Motors has rolled out their newest Chevrolet Camaro endurance race car based on the 6th generation ZL1 for a handful of road racing championships in the US and around the world – all with LT1 power.
By Denis Flierl on February 10, 2017 - 11:27AM
The newly-refreshed 2018 Subaru Legacy breaks cover in Chicago. What’s new on the family sedan?
By Dave Ashton on February 10, 2017 - 10:23AM
Tesla are gearing up for production of the upcoming Model 3, with high tensions in order for assembly lines and workers.
By John Goreham on February 10, 2017 - 10:08AM
One expert on classic cars says a future classic is for sale right now at Mazda RF and Fiat dealerships.
By Dave Ashton on February 10, 2017 - 8:49AM
Hyundai have recently unveiled the latest version of their Elantra GT and show they haven't given up on hatchbacks.
By Denis Flierl on February 10, 2017 - 7:59AM
An out-of-control Nissan hits a Subaru WRX RS40 head-on. Watch as a dashcam catches the iconic limited edition WRX getting destroyed.
By Marc Stern on February 10, 2017 - 1:30AM
Volkswagen uses LEGO(R) bricks to show the fun vehicles of the past and their interaction with their owners. Then, using the bricks again, the automakers shows where customers can go to find something stronger.
By Parks McCants on February 9, 2017 - 9:27PM
That headline took me several attempts to land on. Archimoto’s founder Mark Frohnmayer’s unique take on electrified personal transportation, may look simple enough. But once behind the handlebars, my imagination took over as to the “what if” of this equation. Arcimoto SRK Trike brings motorcycle inspired adventure to the EV segment.

By John Goreham on February 9, 2017 - 5:37PM
Toyota's new 2018 Tundra TRD Sport will have equipment as well as appearance upgrades.
By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2017 - 2:15PM
Those Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat fans who have spent the past few years collecting the miniature versions of America’s most powerful muscle car will soon have a new item to hunt, as Majorette is launching a pair of new Hellcat toy cars – one in all green and one in green with black "racing" trim.
By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2017 - 1:22PM
Today we bring you a look at the top 22 sports coupe sales in the USA for 2016, with the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger topping the list of the 22 bestselling 2-door performance oriented vehicles from last year.
By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2017 - 11:13AM
Chevrolet announced this morning that the new Camaro Redline special edition series will be available sometime during 2017 and making this the most widely-offered package in the company lineup – there will also be a Redline edition version of 7 other cars, trucks and SUVs.
By John Goreham on February 9, 2017 - 10:44AM
Toyota's new RAV4 Adventure will go where no RAV4 has before.
By Dave Ashton on February 9, 2017 - 9:19AM
Tesla's front trunk, known as the 'Frunk' can be accessed without a key and latest videos and social media news say this could be a potential security problem, but is it?
By Denis Flierl on February 9, 2017 - 8:46AM
This 70 year-old gets the ultimate birthday gift; A hot lap in a Subaru WRX STI [Video].
By Denis Flierl on February 9, 2017 - 8:26AM
Nissan is launching a new 2017 Nissan Rogue Midnight Edition in March. What sets this crossover apart?
By Marc Stern on February 9, 2017 - 12:45AM
When the Chicago Auto Show opens one of the concept vehicles that will appear could make it to market, the VW Weekender. The Weekender tips its cap to the iconic Vanagon and Eurovan models of three decades ago when conversion vans were insanely popular. Though not in the lineup just yet, pressure from the public may just turn this concept into reality. By the way, it is honestly more than a concept as all of the parts are available from VW and the automaker can make it happen if the demand is there.
By Marc Stern on February 8, 2017 - 10:53PM
Volkswagen has created a new subsidiary that has been tasked with directing the $2 billion zero emissions vehicle infrastructure development program that was mandated by the diesel emissions class-action settlement.
By Patrick Rall on February 8, 2017 - 1:33PM
The 2018 Ford Expedition will debut this weekend at the 2017 Chicago Auto Show with a new aluminum body, a more premium exterior, a higher tech interior and the new 10-speed automatic transmission – all of which combine to make a great, large SUV even better in every way.
By Patrick Rall on February 8, 2017 - 12:46PM
When the new Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 failed to make an appearance at the 2017 Detroit Auto Show, GM performance fans looked to Chicago as the next possible location – and tomorrow is the day that we will find out if the new Z/28 will debut in the Windy City.
By John Goreham on February 8, 2017 - 10:19AM
Have you ever wondered how long a Toyota Prius battery will last? We can help.
By Dave Ashton on February 8, 2017 - 8:55AM
The Tesla Model S is now the fastest production car in existence, having hit a 0-60mph time of 2.28-seconds in Ludicrous mode.