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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.

Polestar Turns To Hybrid For High-Performance S90 and V90

By Will Maley on February 23, 2017 - 4:48PM

Volvo's Polestar division is working on high-performance variants of the S90 and V90. But they want these models to stand out from the competition. How does Polestar plan to do this? Hybrid power!

2017 Mazda CX-9 is the best Large Utility Vehicle - MotorWeek

MotorWeek Names 2017 Mazda CX-9 Best Large Utility Vehicle

By John Goreham on February 23, 2017 - 2:12PM

The 2017 Mazda CX-9 crossover adds another trophy to its increasingly crowded case.

Ford Fiesta ST's European Video Teaser Before The Debut

By Patrick Rall on February 23, 2017 - 12:37PM

Ford Europe has announced on its Instagram account that the next generation Ford Fiesta ST will make its grand debut – presumably in an online video with a professional BMX biker helping with the debut duties of the newest high performance ST product from the Motor Company.

Digging into Lexus and Toyota's impressive dependability ratings.

A Deeper Look Reveals Why Toyota/Lexus Dependability Scores Matter

By John Goreham on February 23, 2017 - 11:39AM

Look past the headline and one will find that the most important reason Toyota and Lexus' durability ratings are so important has to do with volume.

Hyundai i30 Tourer Revealed Ahead Of Geneva Motor Show

By Dave Ashton on February 23, 2017 - 9:43AM

Hyundai have lifted the lid off what the next i30 Wagon will look like ahead of the Geneva International Auto Show.

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, 2017 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study

Subaru Scores Zero Vehicles in Newest J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study

By Denis Flierl on February 23, 2017 - 8:59AM

The 2017 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study is out and Subaru scores zero vehicles. Where are they compared to last year?

Porsche Named Most Dependable In Latest J.D. Power Survey

By Marc Stern on February 23, 2017 - 12:00AM

If you are looking for the most dependable cars on the road – after three years of ownership – the makes to look at are Porsche and Lexus.

John Mendel takes a final bow at American Honda

By Parks McCants on February 22, 2017 - 5:13PM

In a world of inevitable ongoing change, there comes a shift at American Honda Motor Company. An auto-world-celebrity in his own right, “Big John” Mendel will be missed

Dodge Charger Chrysler 300 Recalled for Troublesome Driveshaft Bolts

By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2017 - 5:02PM

FCA has announced a voluntary recall of select all-wheel drive Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 sedans over a concern that the front driveshaft bolts could work themselves loose, decreasing vehicle control and increasing the likelihood of an accident – although there have been no accidents of injuries stemming from this issue.

Lexus' score on J.D. Powers Dependability study cannot be beaten.

Lexus Tops in J.D. Power & Associates Dependability Rankings

By John Goreham on February 22, 2017 - 4:36PM

Lexus' score on J.D. Powers Dependability study cannot be beaten.

2017 Camaro ZL1 Gets an Official Top Speed of 198mph

By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2017 - 4:23PM

General Motors has announced the official top speed for the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 with the new 10-speed automatic transmission, and while the fastest Camaro ever tickles the 200 barrier, it falls 1 mile per hour short of the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat.

American-Made Toyota Camry Named Most Dependable Vehicle Overall

American-built Toyota Camry the Top Vehicle Overall In Dependability

By John Goreham on February 22, 2017 - 2:46PM

J.D. Power and Associates says that the Toyota Camry ranks highest in its Vehicle Dependability Study.

Velar Becomes the Forth Range Rover Model

By Will Maley on February 22, 2017 - 2:09PM

The Range Rover family will be welcoming a new model at the Geneva Motor Show next month.

Could The Elextra Electric Supercar Take On Tesla?

By Dave Ashton on February 22, 2017 - 10:53AM

New electric supercar maker Elextra have a vehicle in the pipeline, which has its gaze firmly fixed on Tesla.

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door, IIHS safety

Is New Subaru Impreza Now the Safest Small Car in America? Latest IIHS Safety Evaluations Say Yes

By Denis Flierl on February 22, 2017 - 7:59AM

The 2017 Subaru Impreza gets tops marks from IIHS. Is the all-new compact now the safest small car in America?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is Bringing Hellcat Power to New York

By Patrick Rall on February 21, 2017 - 5:59PM

This afternoon at a media event for the 2018 Jeep Compass, Jeep boss Mike Manley confirmed that the Hellcat-powered Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk will make its grand debut at the New York International Auto Show in Detroit - ending the long wait for the supercharged super sport utility vehicle.

Does Your Mazda3, MazdaSpeed3, or Mazda2 have this recall?

Mazda Recalls Its Most Popular Car Model - Is Yours On This List?

By John Goreham on February 21, 2017 - 3:44PM

Mazda has just recalled the Mazda3, MazdaSpeed3 and Mazda2. Check here to see if you need to bring your car in.

Reasons Why The 2017 Tesla Model X 75D Is Awesome

By Dave Ashton on February 21, 2017 - 9:40AM

The 2017 Tesla Model X 75D could just be the electric SUV you have always wanted.

Tesla News - Supercharger Updates, Ludicrous Updates, Stock Prices

Tesla News Includes App-Based Supercharger Info, Help From Elon, More Power

By John Goreham on February 21, 2017 - 9:14AM

Our favorite Tesla expert lays out the news for the week regarding Tesla, Inc.

Hyundai Motors Launch EV car-Sharing. Will It Catch On?

By Dave Ashton on February 21, 2017 - 8:49AM

Hyundai Motors in partnership with Hyundai Capital, will be launching a car sharing service this April.

Leading Auto Organizations say Subaru Outback is Best AWD Wagon Under 50K; What’s in it for Families?

By Denis Flierl on February 21, 2017 - 8:06AM

The 2017 Subaru Outback gets another global award. It’s Australia’s Best All-Wheel Drive Sports Utility Wagon under $50,000. What’s in it for families?

Lucas di Grassi, fighting understeer and dropping to fifth overall position in this weekend's Formula E brawl in Buenos Aires, battled back to finish third.

Audi Pilot Finishes 3rd In Buenos Aires Formula E Event; Factory Gains Points

By Marc Stern on February 21, 2017 - 1:20AM

Lucas di Grassi, starting in the top grid position, quickly lost ground, dropping to fifth before battling back to finish third in last weekend's Buenos Aires Formula E shootout. Daniel Abt, the other driver on the Team ABT Schaeffler Audi, started near the back of the pack before driving brilliantly to end up in seventh position. His improvement was nine in particular.

Audi Fires 4 Engineers After Bombshell Report Tying Audi Chief To Dieselgate

By Marc Stern on February 20, 2017 - 10:13PM

Dieselgate, which seemed to be sliding to a courtroom finish, burst forth a second day as four key diesel engineers were reportedly dismissed by Audi, the VW division that has been identified as the heart of the scandal.

Fresh Engines Arrive for 2018 Jaguar XE, XF, and F-Pace

By Will Maley on February 20, 2017 - 3:45PM

Jaguar has two new engines arriving for the 2018 XE, XF, and F-Pace.

No ‘downside’ to 2017 Honda CR-V turbo Technology

By Parks McCants on February 20, 2017 - 2:31PM

With old-school turbocharged engine detractors obsessing over the new-age fuel efficient, high-torque output 4 cylinder engine technology, I’m here to tell you, not only is the 4-cylinder turbo engine the future I.C.E. of choice, Honda’s 2017 CR-V is a much improved performer because of it.

ASEEE Honors 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid for exceptional ‘Green’ environmental tendencies

By Parks McCants on February 20, 2017 - 1:34PM

Breaching the 50 MPG fuel efficiency barrier is not an easy accomplishment. Accord Hybrid sits at the pinnacle of the top 1.3% of all vehicles tested and scored by the ACEEE (American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy.)

Hyundai Reveal Plans For 10 New Models

By Dave Ashton on February 20, 2017 - 9:49AM

Hyundai motors have big plans ahead of them with the creation of models throughout their lineup, which includes a dual cab vehicle.

2017 Subaru WRX/STI Score ALG's “Best Sports Car”; Why You Should Wait for the 2018 STI

By Denis Flierl on February 20, 2017 - 8:21AM

The 2017 Subaru WRX and WRX STI do it again. They score “Best Sports Car” 6 times in 9 Years. Why should you wait for the 2018 STI?

The 2012 Volkswagen Jetta TDI was one of the vehicles that felt the impact of Dieselgate. Der Spiegel, in a report, indicates it may have the "smoking memo" outlining the executive in charge.

Where Did The Dieselgate Affair Have Its Foundations?

By Marc Stern on February 20, 2017 - 12:10AM

A report just out in the news points the finger of blame at the current chief executive at Audi as the prime mover in the Dieselgate scandal. According to an article in the German magazine Der Stern, they have obtained a "smoking presentation" that raises questions and points out someone who may be a chief architect of the scandal.

2017 Mitsubishi Outlander S-AWC just saved my life

By Parks McCants on February 19, 2017 - 9:03PM

It’s that crazy thing that happens in the blink of an eye while driving through a torrential downpour. The jackass in the right lane just a made a lane change without signalling at 70 MPH. Deadly! 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander S-AWC just saved my life!

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