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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.

VW's Golf Lineup Has Been Named One of Car and Driver's "10Best"

Here’s Good News For VW, Golf Names Car and Driver “10Best”

By Marc Stern on November 16, 2016 - 11:39PM

Volkswagen received some good news today. Instead of the constant drumroll of bad news about emissions and investigations, the automaker heard that its five-model gasoline Golf lineup was named one of Car and Driver magazine's "10Best" for the 11th year.

Fiat-Chrysler hopes performance sells new 2018 Alfa Romeo SUV

By Mary Conway on November 16, 2016 - 7:24PM

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is boasting that the new 2018 Alfa Romeo SUV Stelvio will have 505 horsepower and go from 0-60 in Just 3.9 Seconds. It was unveiled today at the Los Angeles auto show.

Audi Used This Week's LA Auto Show To Reintroduce the A5 Sportback

When Is It a Coupe? If It Has Two Doors, Not Four And It Is An Audi Sportback

By Marc Stern on November 16, 2016 - 6:56PM

Audi's A5 Sportback, slated to go on sale in 2018, popped up at this week's Los Angeles Auto Show. The A5 Sportback looks like a smaller clone of the A7.

Mercedes-Maybach S650 Cabriolet Is A Limited Affair

By Will Maley on November 16, 2016 - 2:59PM

For those who are lucky to have mounds of money to throw around and want a vehicle that will not be seen on every street corner, Mercedes-Maybach has the model for you.

New Hellcat Dodge Stock Power 1/4-mile Record Set in Michigan

By Patrick Rall on November 16, 2016 - 1:29PM

This past weekend, a 2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat with absolutely no power modifications ran a 10.56 quarter mile – setting the record for the quickest Dodge Hellcat car running on 100% stock power.

New Chevy Colorado ZR2 Packs Supercar Suspension, Diesel Power

By Patrick Rall on November 16, 2016 - 11:58AM

The big news from Chevrolet at the ongoing LA Auto Show is the debut of the new Colorado ZR2 – a midsized pickup designed to conquer the nastiest off-road situations featuring the first application of a high performance suspension setup previously reserved for supercars and race cars.

Genesis Sharpens the G80 for Los Angeles

By Will Maley on November 16, 2016 - 11:15AM

We thought that the Genesis G80 for the U.S. was going to miss out on a new Sport model with a new 3.3L Biturbo V6. How wrong we were.

2017 Volvo S90 T6 Inscription performance a bit of a mind blower

By Parks McCants on November 16, 2016 - 11:04AM

Looking to the rather conservative bodyline of Volvo’s latest premium sedan offering, one isn’t necessarily inclined to think “high performance sedan,” in the drive performance sense anyway, Think again.

New Nissan Sentra NISMO Breaks Cover in LA; It Will Leave You Disappointed

By Denis Flierl on November 16, 2016 - 7:55AM

The 2017 Nisan Sentra NISMO breaks cover in LA, but it’s going to leave you disappointed.

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, ALG residual value

Subaru is #1 Mainstream Brand in America for Residual Value; They Stack 6 Cars on Top

By Denis Flierl on November 16, 2016 - 7:41AM

Subaru is the #1 brand in America in ALG’s Residual Value Award. How do they keep doing it?

How Toyota Builds Almost Every New Truck in Texas

By Patrick Rall on November 15, 2016 - 6:36PM

When Toyota broke ground on their truck plant outside of San Antonio Texas, critics insisted that it would be impossible for the company to make this location work – but Toyota has proven those folks wrong in a big way, building almost every truck sold in America in the Texas plant.

Cayenne Owners Impacted by Dieselgate May Soon Get Payment or FixAt last, after months of back and forth, it looks as if Volkswagen and regulators – Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) -- have agreed on plans to either fix or buy back about 80,000 Audi, Porsche and Volkswagen 3.0-liter V-6 turbodiesels. They have been at the center of an ongoing battle between the automaker and regulators to find an acceptable fix for Volkswagen's diesel cheating. Refer here Ac

Settlement May Mean Payments Soon In 3.0-Liter Dieselgate Scandal

By Marc Stern on November 15, 2016 - 6:03PM

After months of back-and-forth, VW and regulators seem to have settled on a plan that may mean owners of 3.0-liter VW diesels may receive compensation or fix.

Faraday Future's EV the Latest To Suffer Delays & Questionable Biz Plan

By John Goreham on November 15, 2016 - 4:07PM

Another EV startup promising so much has trouble just finishing its factory.

North American "Of The Year" Finalists Include Ford Super Duty, Chevy Bolt, Chrysler Pacifica

By Patrick Rall on November 15, 2016 - 1:28PM

The finalists for the North American Car, Truck and Utility of the Year award have been announced and headlining this year’s awards are the Ford F-Series Super Duty and the Chevrolet Bolt – both of which have been named Motor Trend’s best of the new year – along with the hot-selling Chrysler Pacifica.

Volkswagen affirmed its commitment to allowing VW of America a unique identity

Looking For A Special Passat? Volkswagen Shows GT Concept That May Be Real

By Marc Stern on November 15, 2016 - 1:24PM

Further affirming its commitment to a separate North American market identity, Volkswagen announced that it will display a Passat GT, based on the restyled Passat that was introduced this year.

2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon Pricing Starts Just Over $53k

By Patrick Rall on November 15, 2016 - 12:52PM

FCA has announced the pricing for the new 2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon and with a price starting just over $53,000 and climbing up around $57,500, the heavy duty, Hemi-powered Ram truck is priced very comparably to the 2017 Ford F150 Raptor.

Jaguar I-Pace Concept Shows An Electrifying Future

By Will Maley on November 15, 2016 - 12:03PM

A number of luxury manufacturers are busy working on developing electric vehicles, partly due to the success Tesla is expercing. Last night in Los Angeles, Jaguar introduced their vision for an electric vehicle.

Ford F150 and Super Duty Take a Trio of Honors in LA

By Patrick Rall on November 15, 2016 - 11:27AM

The aluminum bodied Ford F150 and Super Duty pickups have been awarded with several titles on the first day of the 2016 LA Auto Show, including the 2017 Motor Trend Truck of the Year – setting up Ford as the favorite for the 2017 North American Truck of the Year.

Tesla News Update With Alex - Three Big Announcements

By John Goreham on November 15, 2016 - 9:27AM

This week's Tesla News by Alex Guberman incldes three updates owners and fans will want to know about.

Nissan 350Z is #2 Most-Ticketed Vehicle in America; #1 Will Shock You

By Denis Flierl on November 15, 2016 - 8:01AM

The Nissan 350Z is the #2 most-ticked vehicle in America. #1 will shock you.

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door

New Subaru Impreza Orders Blow Up First Month Target; The 5-Door is by Far the Most Popular

By Denis Flierl on November 15, 2016 - 7:36AM

Subaru has been blown away by new 2017 Impreza orders in the first month. The hatchback is by far the most popular.

Ford is roaring into the small SUV market in a big way with 2018 EcoSport SUV

By Mary Conway on November 14, 2016 - 11:18PM

Ford unveiled the 2018 EcoSport on Snapchat, a strong indication of their target audience. The small SUV is loaded with premium audio and other amenities, is perfect for the young buyer who demands the latest in technology delivered in a small package.

Controversy Continues To Stir Audi As Details Of 2nd Cheat Device Shown

By Marc Stern on November 14, 2016 - 9:34PM

Although the week is young, controversy is already swirling around Volkswagen and Audi. This time it is about the second cheating device reportedly found on gasoline vehicles.

Chevrolet tries to shake up the mini-car market with sportier 2017 Spark ACTIV being unveiled in Los Angeles

By Mary Conway on November 14, 2016 - 7:41PM

The Los Angeles auto show is all about green cars. It highlights the latest in electric, hybrid and small vehicles. The 2017 Chevrolet Spark is going sportier, trying to spark sales in the tiny car market.

Tesla Service A Major Headache For Owners

Tesla's Vehicle Service Not Living Up To Promises

By John Goreham on November 14, 2016 - 12:07PM

Tesla Motors is struggling, and failing, to keep its promises to owners.

Ron Capps celebrates his 2016 NHRA championship

Ron Capps Drives His Dodge Charger to the 2016 NHRA Funny Car Championship

By Patrick Rall on November 14, 2016 - 10:39AM

This past weekend in Pomona, California, Ron Capps and his Don Schumacher Racing Dodge Charger R/T claimed the 2016 NHRA funny car championship for the first time in the driver’s storied career – and his 3 DSR teammates all joined him in the top 5 of the final season standings.