Automotive News (Page 624)

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.

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

Here's How Subaru Uses Ordinary to Do the Extraordinary

By Denis Flierl on December 31, 2016 - 8:35AM

Subaru is an ordinary car company that is having extraordinary success. How does the small Japanese auto maker do it?

Getting Ready For Model 3: Exclusive Tesla Book Review.

By Dave Ashton on December 31, 2016 - 8:01AM

There are few books on the market that cover the whole gamut of the Tesla Model 3 and what is in store when the vehicle is finally released. I take a look through the book 'Getting Ready For Model 3' by Roger S. Pressman to see what it delivers.

2017 Nissan Rogue, "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”, Star Wars

Nissan’s Rogue One Star Wars Limited Edition Model isn’t so Hot

By Denis Flierl on December 31, 2016 - 7:35AM

The 2017 Rogue is a hot crossover for Nissan, but fans aren’t purchasing the limited edition Star Wars model. Why aren’t fans buying it?

Consumer Reports Has Some Surprising Cars To Avoid When Shopping Used

VW’s GTi Among Consumer Reports 10 Used Cars To Avoid

By Marc Stern on December 31, 2016 - 12:17AM

Every year, Consumer Reports editors sit down and, after sifting through thousands reports, they come up with a listing of used cars to avoid. This year, there are some surprises on the list.

2017 Subaru BRZ Gets New Magellan Navigation App

By Denis Flierl on December 30, 2016 - 4:44PM

Subaru announces the 2017 BRZ Sports coupe gets new Magellan navigation app.

TN's Best Performance Car Stories of 2016

By Patrick Rall on December 30, 2016 - 2:08PM

Performance cars aren’t the bestselling vehicles in the US, but they are among the most popular in the United States among enthusiasts so today, we bring you the best TorqueNews performance car stories of 2016 – with a look at a variety of different types of performance oriented cars from around the world.

2017 Honda Ridgeline recalled for Rear Wire Harness inspection

By Parks McCants on December 30, 2016 - 12:58PM

Honda issues a precautionary safety recall for a possible supplier manufacturing defect related to 2017 Ridgeline's rear wiring harness. Is your pickup included?

People keep Camrys longer than other midsize cars - here's why

Toyota Camry - The Midsize Car People Keep The Longest

By John Goreham on December 30, 2016 - 10:38AM

The top-selling midsize car in America is also the one owners keep the longest.

2018 Subaru WRX STI Won’t be Getting New 2.0L FA Turbo Boxer

By Denis Flierl on December 30, 2016 - 8:23AM

The 2018 Subaru WRX STI will stick with the 2.5-liter turbo boxer. When will it get the new 2.0L FA turbo engine?

New BMW i8 Protonic Dark Silver Edition to Debut at NAIAS

By Denis Flierl on December 30, 2016 - 8:06AM

BMW will bring a new i8 Protonic Dark Silver Edition to the North American International Auto Show in January. What sets it apart?

Tesla Motors End Of Year News Roundup: Including Electric Stocks and Twitter Power

By Dave Ashton on December 30, 2016 - 7:28AM

Tesla motors have had an eventful year in 2016 with new model announcements, the expansion of their Gigafactory and the ups and downs in the press, amongst other things. 2017 looks to be an expansion on their plans cemented in 2016, so what does the end of the year and 2017 hold for the company?

In this simulation, a driver activaes Skype to participate in a conference call behind the wheel. Is this a great idea or not?

Life In The Distraction Lane: Volvo To Implement Skype In 90-Series

By Marc Stern on December 30, 2016 - 12:00AM

Volvo plans to integrate Skype for Business in its 90-Series models so, the automaker believes, drivers can participate in business conference calling. The problem is that with all of the distractions drivers no face, isn't this just one more?

Honda initiates new year safety recall for Odyssey minivan

By Parks McCants on December 29, 2016 - 7:26PM

According to USA Today and others: In the name of precautionary safety measures, Honda announced a second row seat related safety recall for Odyssey, the # 1 selling minivan in North America.

There's a tune out with perfect betting advice. It's the kind of advice that keeps cars with their owners.

Sometimes This Tune Has The Best Advice When It Comes To Car Bets

By Marc Stern on December 29, 2016 - 6:40PM

Maybe, if Brandon Marshall had listened to "The Gambler," he wouldn't be walking around while his Porsche heads to Antonio Brown. The wide receivers wagered "the pinks" on who would garner more yardage. In the last weekend of the regular season, Brown has an insurmountable lead.

TN's Best Full Size Pickup Truck Stories of 2016

By Patrick Rall on December 29, 2016 - 5:42PM

Full size trucks are the most popular vehicles in the US market and with 2016 being a big year for big trucks, we have put together a list of some of the most significant news stories of our 2016 coverage of the full size truck segment in the US – including Ford, General Motors, Nissan, Ram and Toyota.

How Long Should a Toyota Tacoma Last? Not Judging - Just asking

By John Goreham on December 29, 2016 - 3:47PM

Tell us, and we will make sure Toyota hears you, how long you think a Tacoma should last - and why.

Foutz Motorsports 2017 Ford F150 Raptor Race Truck Headed to NAIAS

By Patrick Rall on December 29, 2016 - 2:53PM

The production-spec 2017 Ford F150 Raptor campaigned by Greg Foutz Motorsports has finished the 2016 offroad racing season with flying colors and after being closely examined by the Ford Performance team in Detroit, this hard-run Raptor will be displayed at the 2017 North American International Auto Show in the Motor City.

2017 Dodge Hellcat Challenger, Charger Prices Carry Over from 2016

By Patrick Rall on December 29, 2016 - 2:16PM

The majority of the key information for the 2017 Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger have finally arrived on Dodge.com, and while some models have seen a price increase for the new model year – the 707 horsepower SRT Hellcat models carry the same pricing as 2016 models, even with the new features.

Rumored: Mercedes-Benz Planning An A-Class Sedan?

By Will Maley on December 29, 2016 - 11:34AM

Mercedes-Benz's compact lineup is looking to grow once again if a rumor is to be believed.

Hyundai IONIQ Scores Highest For Fuel Economy Says The EPA

By Dave Ashton on December 29, 2016 - 9:58AM

The Hyundai Ioniq is giving customers loads of options with its hybrid, hybrid plug-in and fully electric options, boys also winning the stakes when it comes to fuel economy.

BMW M2 Gets Numerous Accolades in 2016; How Many Awards Did the New Coupe Win?

By Denis Flierl on December 29, 2016 - 9:01AM

The new BMW M2 gets numerous accolades in 2016. What awards did the sports coupe win?

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

Subaru Source Says 2018 Crosstrek will Get Hybrid Technology

By Denis Flierl on December 29, 2016 - 8:51AM

A source close to Subaru says a new 2018 Crosstrek Hybrid will debut next year. What about an EV?

Finland's Toroidion Electric Supercar Now Produces 1,341hp

By Dave Ashton on December 29, 2016 - 7:37AM

The Finnish car manufacturer Toroidion are in the works to produce one of the first 1 megawatt electric vehicles and a rather fine supercar in the process.

VW's Purchase Of PayByPhone Makes The Automaker The Leader In Mobility Services

VW’s Moves Further Into Mobility With Purchase Of Mobile Payments Firm

By Marc Stern on December 28, 2016 - 11:55PM

Volkswagen Wednesday moved to solidify its leadership in mobility services as it purchased PayByPhone, a parking payments processing service. VW Financial Services is now a leader in mobility service payments.

Ford is accelerating its self-driving Fusion test program by tripling its fleet

By Mary Conway on December 28, 2016 - 9:20PM

Ford announced today that its newest generation of self-driving Fusion Hybrids will debut at the Consumer Electronics Show and be on display at the North American International Auto Show.

Honda Motors has felt the Takata airbag recall more than others because the automaker sourced its airbags and parts exclusively through Takata.

Takata Likely To Settle Airbag Criminal Case For $1 Billion

By Marc Stern on December 28, 2016 - 8:16PM

Takata and the Department of Transportation have reportedly agreed to a settlement of nearly $1 billion in the safety parts manufacturer's record-shattering recall.

Build Your 2017 Dodge Challenger T/A Online Now

By Patrick Rall on December 28, 2016 - 4:35PM

The information for the 2017 Dodge Challenger lineup has gone live in Dodge.com with a whopping 13 trimlines, but more importantly, those prospective buyers hoping to score a new Challenger T/A can now build and price their new Mopar muscle car – with either the 5.7L or 6.4L Hemi.

A New Corvette Could Pack the New LT5

By Patrick Rall on December 28, 2016 - 3:16PM

Yesterday we talked about the arrival of a new LT5 engine for the Chevrolet Corvette in the GM dealer service system and today, I bring you a look at how I am guessing GM could use this new engine – most likely in a new trimline or even the long-rumored mid-engine Corvette.

2017 Subaru WRX S4, Subaru BRZ STI, Subaru Impreza STI

Subaru Brings 4 New STI Models to Tokyo Auto Salon; Why Subaru Needs the Impreza STI

By Denis Flierl on December 28, 2016 - 12:06PM

Subaru and Subaru Tecnica International will bring four new STI models to the Tokyo Auto Salon 2017. The Impreza STI is one and Subaru needs it.

2017 Nissan Frontier, 2018 Nissan Frontier

The Nissan Frontier’s Interesting Past and Why it Has a Strong Brand Following Now

By Denis Flierl on December 28, 2016 - 11:42AM

The Frontier has an interesting past, and it's why Frontier has a strong following today.

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