Automotive News (Page 617)

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 Dodge Challenger GT is Officially the 1st Ever All-Wheel Drive Muscle Car

By Patrick Rall on December 7, 2016 - 11:56AM

It has been speculated for months, but this morning, FCA introduced the 2017 Dodge Challenger GT – the first ever factory-built American muscle car with all-wheel drive.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 Subaru WRX STI

A New Subaru WRX STI All-Electric is Coming; The Only Question is When

By Denis Flierl on December 7, 2016 - 9:22AM

An all-new Subaru WRX STI All-Electric performance car is coming; The question is when.

VW To Compete With Uber; Plans Expanded Self-Drive, Electric Services

VW Challenges Uber In Ride-Hailing Marketplace

By Marc Stern on December 7, 2016 - 8:47AM

As part of its effort recover from the devastating Dieselgate emissions scandal, Volkswagen has embarked on a new ride-sharing program and will compete with Uber.

BMW M2 Coupe, BMW M240i, Car and Driver 10Best

BMW M2/M240i Win Car and Driver’s 10Best Compact Sport Sedans

By Denis Flierl on December 7, 2016 - 7:42AM

The BMW M2 and the BMW M240i make the annual Car and Driver’s 10Best list of the best automobiles for sale in the U.S. It’s nothing new for the M240i.

Newly-Remodeled Subaru BRZ Won’t Arrive in the UK Until Spring

By Denis Flierl on December 7, 2016 - 7:31AM

The UK will have to wait until next year to get the updated 2017 Subaru BRZ. They also only get one trim.

C&D ranks Honda Ridgeline ‘2017 Best Midsize Pickup’

By Parks McCants on December 6, 2016 - 3:05PM

Our friends at Car&Driver just announced it’s 2017 “10 Best Trucks and SUV” picks. American Honda Motors won two categories.

Honda’s ‘Cooperative Mobility Ecosystem’ a glimpse into the future

By Parks McCants on December 6, 2016 - 1:57PM

It’s been said of late that the evolution of personal transportation is progressing at a faster rate than at any other time in automotive history. Exciting or scary?

Dodge Challenger, Charger Should Return to NASCAR Now

By Patrick Rall on December 6, 2016 - 1:45PM

Sergio Marchionne recently commented that there is a chance that the Dodge brand will return to the world of NASCAR “stock car” racing and in looking at the current state of the FCA motorsports efforts – this seems like the perfect time for the Dodge Charger and the Dodge Challenger to head back into America’s most popular racing series.

How Toyota will meet 2021 EPA fuel efficiency mandates

How Will Toyota Meet 2025 Fuel Efficiency Mandates?

By John Goreham on December 6, 2016 - 12:56PM

Toyota has a plan to meet the 2021 fuel efficiency mandates, and a key part is TNGA.

This week’s Tesla News hits a wide range of topics

Weekly Tesla News Covers CR’s Poor Review of X and More

By John Goreham on December 6, 2016 - 9:41AM

This week’s Tesla News hits a wide range of topics from Consumer Reports’ Model X review, to a large Solar City project announcement.

2017 Subaru BRZ, 2017 BRZ Series.Yellow Special Edition, Inazuma Edition

Canada Announces a “New” Limited Edition Subaru BRZ Inazuma; Are they Getting U.S. Left-Overs?

By Denis Flierl on December 6, 2016 - 6:55AM

Canada gets a “new” 2017 Limited Edition Subaru BRZ. Are they getting U.S. left-overs?

You Can Easily Check Your Tire's Air Pressure With A Simple Air Gauge

If You Pay Your Tires Respect, They Will Last Longer For You; Rotate Yearly

By Marc Stern on December 6, 2016 - 12:22AM

All it takes is a little time and the proper steps and you can get ready for a tough winter's driving. You can even realize some big-time savings, as well.

A lesson Tesla and Faraday could learn from Mazda

The deeper reason why the 2017 Mazda Miata RF arriving early matters

By John Goreham on December 5, 2016 - 4:40PM

Mazda has exceeded expectations again with the 2017 Miata RF.

Automoji Bowling Green Corvette emoji screen shot

Chevrolet Corvette Emojis Arrive for iPhone

By Patrick Rall on December 5, 2016 - 12:25PM

If you love using emojis in your text messages, you have an iPhone and you are a diehard Chevrolet Corvette fan, the new Automoji: Bowling Green sticker pack allows you to substitute the front of 27 different Corvettes in place of a smiley face – all for just 99 cents.

Factory Stock Dodge Challenger Hellcat Runs a 10-Second 1/4-mile

By Patrick Rall on December 5, 2016 - 11:10AM

The same Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat that ran an 11.08 last weekend was back at the track this past Saturday for the final day of the season, and Jay Gustafson made the most of the cool air – running a 10.99 with his 100% stock-to-the-tires Hellcat Challenger.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, plug-in hybrid, all-electric, EV

5 Improvements You Can Expect to See on the New 2018 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl on December 5, 2016 - 8:36AM

The Subaru Crosstrek is the next vehicle in the lineup to get a complete makeover. What’s coming?

Why New Subaru BRZ Gets Drastic Price Cut in Australia; What About the Toyota 86?

By Denis Flierl on December 5, 2016 - 7:33AM

The 2017 Subaru BRZ gets huge price cuts in Australia. What about the Toyota 86?

Audi Eyes Moon For Its Next Great Adventure; Quattro Lunar Rovers

By Marc Stern on December 4, 2016 - 11:36PM

Audi's Quattro system will be going to new heights as it scales the mountains of the moon in 2017 as part of an effort to win the LunarX prize.

New Subaru WRX STI Gets a Shot at the Most Challenging Motorsports Event in America

By Denis Flierl on December 4, 2016 - 8:30AM

After a three year hiatus, the new 2017 Subaru WRX STI rally car will get a shot at the most challenging motorsport event in America. What is it?

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door

How New Impreza Helps Subaru Showcase Automaker’s Environmental Stewardship

By Denis Flierl on December 4, 2016 - 7:35AM

The all-new 2017 Subaru Impreza is on display at Japan’s EcoPro 2016. How does it help promote environmental stewardship?

Porsche Macan Four-Cylinder Soars to 40 Percent Penetration

Sales Respond Positively To Porsche Macan’s Power Options

By Marc Stern on December 4, 2016 - 12:36AM

More than likely there a few nervous sales execs when the four-cylinder option debuted in the Porsche Macan. Those nerves likely faded quickly when the compact crossover soared to 40 percent sales penetration and stayed there.

Team Honda Research Civic assaults NASA Thunder Hill 25 hour x 2

By Parks McCants on December 3, 2016 - 6:41PM

One of the most unique endurance racing venues in North America comes to Thunder Hill this weekend in Willows, California. Honda returns to the track with 2 HPD equipped, Honda Team Research built 2017 Honda Civic Turbo Coupes.

California Has Laid Out An Ambitious Plan For Its VW Dieselgate Settlement Cash

California, Just How Much Do You Think VW Owes You, Huh??

By Marc Stern on December 3, 2016 - 12:48PM

California laid out a menu of options it would like to fund with its trove of Dieselgate cash. Somehow, the list looks very ambitious for the state. Could it be that it expects the automaker to pay its settlement and a "fair share" or two more?

2017 Nissan Frontier, 2018 Nissan Frontier, 2017 Nissan Titan

“New” Nissan Frontier Continues to Pull Hard Before Major Makeover

By Denis Flierl on December 3, 2016 - 10:43AM

The 2017 Nissan Frontier continues to pull hard for the brand. It’s due for a major overhaul but it isn’t hurting sales.

2017 Subaru WRX, 2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2017 Subaru BRZ

Subaru’s Sports Cars WRX/STI and BRZ Stay Glowing Hot in Canada

By Denis Flierl on December 3, 2016 - 8:58AM

As the temperature drops in Canada, the 2017 Subaru WRX/STI and BRZ sports cars get hot.

The Porsche Mission E electric super-car is expected to sell about 20,000 copies a year.

Porsche To Embark On “Mission E-Possible” With New Electric In 2019

By Marc Stern on December 2, 2016 - 8:36PM

Porsche has high hopes for the Mission E electric. The automaker hopes they can move about 20,000 per year or about a quarter of the number of Macan SUVs that it moves. The Mission E, a super-car unveiled at the Frankfort Auto Show last year, is expected to be lightning fast to 62 kph and still have a 300-mile-plus range.

2017 Dodge Challenger T/A Production Begins

By Patrick Rall on December 2, 2016 - 3:13PM

If you have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of a 2017 Dodge Challenger T/A that you have ordered over the past six weeks, your wait is nearly over – as a new report states that production of the new Challenger T/A has begun in the Brampton Assembly Plant.

Hispanic Motor Press votes 2017 Civic Hatchback ‘Compact Car of the Year’

By Parks McCants on December 2, 2016 - 2:45PM

The first of what I anticipate will be many honors for Honda’s first turbocharged 5-door Civic Hatchback comes from our Hispanic Motor Press freinds. Compact Car of the Year, now that’s a nice start.

Callaway Lifts the 2017 Camaro ZL1 to 740hp for $17k

By Patrick Rall on December 2, 2016 - 2:36PM

The high performance GM tuning experts at Callaway have rolled out their new SC740 package for the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 – lifting the output to 740 horsepower for the special price of $16,995.

Ford Mustang Leads in November as Chevy Camaro, Dodge Challenger Post Worst Sales of 2016

By Patrick Rall on December 2, 2016 - 11:51AM

After trailing the Chevrolet Camaro in September and October sales, a combination of a sales surge for the Ford Mustang with the worst sales month of the year for the Camaro has allowed the Mustang to climb back to the top of the muscle car chart – even as sales slump across the segment compared to last year.

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