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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.

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

Here’s How Subaru Attracts Young Millennial Winter Adventure Seekers to the Brand

By Denis Flierl on December 28, 2016 - 11:27AM

Subaru announces new WinterFest for winter adventure seekers. What’s it all about?

Why You Should be Careful what You Believe on Facebook

By Patrick Rall on December 28, 2016 - 11:22AM

After learning that information from a commenter who insisted that he had indisputable evidence of a widespread problem with a new vehicle, I am reminded why I am so hesitant to believe what people post on Facebook – and why others should be just as hesitant to quickly accept information from average people online.

Is This The Rear Of The 2018 Hyundai Veloster?

By Dave Ashton on December 28, 2016 - 10:03AM

With a release date around late 2017 the new Hyundai Veloster has been spotted in South Korea, this time showing a completely uncovered rear end.

Watch This Amazing Video Of A Tesla Predicting A Crash Before It Happens

By Dave Ashton on December 28, 2016 - 7:29AM

A recent video uploaded to Twitter shows footage from the dash cam of a Tesla vehicle engaging autopilot and predicting an accident just before it happens.

Nitrogen Offers Stable Tire Pressure; Any Other Claims Are Just That, Claims Only

If You Monitor Tire Pressure Regularly, You Don’t Need Nitrogen

By Marc Stern on December 28, 2016 - 7:27AM

Recently, information has appeared that indicates there are important reasons to use nitrogen in your tires. However, when you look closely at it, other than stable pressure, there's no reason to use it at all.

Audi's TT has confounded prognosticators, diviners, pundits and others and has continued to sell strongly. No one knows why.

How Is Audi’s TT A Strong Seller? No One Seems To Know, But It Is

By Marc Stern on December 28, 2016 - 12:20AM

For the 2016 model year, Audi's TT has maintained a strong sales pace and no one knows why? Unless it has had a Porsche nameplate on it, sales have tended to be flat. The Audi TT has confounded that.

My most surprising American Honda Reveal for 2016

By Parks McCants on December 27, 2016 - 8:46PM

Although I was very impressed by the 10th generation Civic Coupe, exceptional Pilot revamp and not too distant cousin Ridgeline Pickup, there was yet another late year reveal that captured my imagination while reinventing the Civic brand.

People like Lyle Sweeter drive Honda, America's fastest growing car brand

By Parks McCants on December 27, 2016 - 7:41PM

One could say that cutting edge design, new innovation, and exceptional standard feature value drive sales for North America’s fastest growing brand. For me, it’s the dedicated people working behind the brand; people like Lyle Sweeter.

Pawel Burzynskik's 2017 Hellcat Challenger

2017 Hellcat Dodge Challenger, Charger at Dealers Now

By Patrick Rall on December 27, 2016 - 5:03PM

Earlier this year we detailed the key changes slated for the 2017 Dodge Challenger and Charger in their SRT Hellcat form and with the first examples of the 2017 model year Hellcat cars hitting lots sometime last month, the 707 horsepower Mopar muscle cars should be available in every major US market soon – if there isn’t one in your area already.

Vote Now: Who Wore it Better Ford Raptor vs Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro?

By John Goreham on December 27, 2016 - 4:38PM

Both the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro and Ford Raptor look great in winter white. Which do you think looks better?

Can the Toyota C-HR succeed without AWD?

Can Toyota's Front-Drive C-HR Succeed In an AWD segment?

By John Goreham on December 27, 2016 - 4:03PM

Is Toyota bringing a knife to a gunfight with its front-drive only C-HR?

Ken Block Hoons the 2017 Ford F150 Raptor ((Video)

By Patrick Rall on December 27, 2016 - 3:06PM

The 2017 Ford F150 Raptor is marketed as the ultimate off-road production truck and with Ken Block arguably being the ultimate off-road driver, it only makes sense that the Motor Company would tap their famed rally racer to make a video showing off the capabilities of the new Raptor – and the first video of that action is here.

DOHC LT5 V8 for the Chevrolet Corvette Found on GM Service Website

By Patrick Rall on December 27, 2016 - 12:06PM

We have long been speculating that the Chevrolet Corvette would soon get a new LT5 V8 and while new information from the General Motors service website shows that a new LT5 with a dual overhead cam design is on the way – it appears that this new engine is most certainly not the high performance monster which will power the next Corvette ZR1.

Tesla Owners Top 2016 Annual Owner Satisfaction Survey, They Are Ludicrously Happy

By Dave Ashton on December 27, 2016 - 9:35AM

Consumer Report's Annual Owner Satisfaction Survey has put Tesla in the number one position stating that 91% of Tesla owners would buy another Tesla vehicle in the future and the charisma of Elon Musk, Tesla CEO being a factor in their decision.

Hyundai Cuts Costs As SUV Market Continues To Boom

By Dave Ashton on December 27, 2016 - 7:27AM

Hyundai Motors recently announced that they are reducing internal costs, along with the plan to get up to speed to match the current SUV boom.

Judge Rebukes VW Owners For Taking Parts From Their TDI Buyback Vehicles

The Newest Dieselgate Cheat: Owners Stripping Cars Before Buybacks

By Marc Stern on December 26, 2016 - 6:35PM

In the latest Dieselgate twist, it seems that some enterprising owners have decided to push the limits of the buyback agreement by gutting their cars of parts and then turning them in. Of course, VW is pissed off; the judge is peeved, and the FTC is outraged, as they well should be because the owners are wrong.

EV Predictions - 2017 will be the year of the Chevy Bolt.

Electric Vehicle U.S. Market Predictions for 2017 - Tesla Model 3 a No-Show?

By John Goreham on December 26, 2016 - 4:37PM

2017 will be the year of the Chevy Bolt. How the Bolt sells will decide the future of EVs in America.

Will the 2018 Toyota C-HR overtake the Honda HR-V?

Toyota C-HR Predictions For 2017 - When Will It Surpass Honda HR-V?

By John Goreham on December 26, 2016 - 3:45PM

The subcompact crossover market will have a new member this spring. Will the 2018 Toyota C-HR overtake the Honda HR-V?

2017 Subaru WRX STI, Subaru Outback, Subaru Crosstrek

See How Subaru Brilliantly Markets the WRX STI to Future Performance Fans [Video]

By Denis Flierl on December 26, 2016 - 9:03AM

How does Subaru market the new 2017 WRX STI to future performance fans? It’s called Subaru’s Galande Taxi.

Nissan LEAF, Mitsubishi Mirage, Mitsubishi Outlander

Here’s How Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance Will Save You Money

By Denis Flierl on December 26, 2016 - 8:53AM

With Nissan now owning 34 percent of Mitsubishi, it will benefit consumers in a big way. You could save 20 percent on a new vehicle.

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door

5 New Features Never Seen on Subaru Impreza Before Now

By Denis Flierl on December 26, 2016 - 8:44AM

The new 2017 Subaru Impreza gets five new features never seen before on the compact car.

Why Tesla Motor's 2017 Looks Like Their Best Year Yet

By Dave Ashton on December 26, 2016 - 8:41AM

Tesla Motors have come a long way in 2016 with new models announced, becoming an energy company, acquisition of SolarCity for solar technology and the rapid progress of their Gigafactory, 2017 plans to push the company even further.

VW Was On Top, Successful, Battling For World Number One And Then Came Dieselgate...

Cash Isn’t The Only Way That Volkswagen Has Paid For Dieselgate

By Marc Stern on December 24, 2016 - 10:17PM

Looking at the ever-rising costs of Dieselgate, you have to wonder, why Volkswagen did it to itself? It was at the top of its game, battling tooth-and-nail with Toyota for World Number One and suddenly the wheels came off when the world found out, VW was a cheat.

Honda takes CR-V winning formula to the next level for 2017

By Parks McCants on December 24, 2016 - 6:39PM

With 2017 CR-V SUV sales firing up at dealerships the 3rd week in December, I thought we’d take a closer look at Honda’s next best seller.

Autoliv Airbag System Parts Similar To The Items Shown Here May Result In Vehicle Recalls

Automakers Facing Recalls Due To Defective Autoliv Safety Parts

By Marc Stern on December 24, 2016 - 7:52AM

Not every airbag-related recall is owned by Takata. Some are owned by other manufacturers like Autoliv whose products may ultimately result in the recall of 300,000 to 400,000 vehicles worldwide.

Buyers Remorse: The Top 7 Vehicles Owners Regret Buying; Nissan Has Two

By Denis Flierl on December 24, 2016 - 7:30AM

According to Consumer Reports, there are 7 vehicles that owners regret buying the most. Nissan has 2 on the list, what are the other 5 cars?

Tesla's Gigafactory Is Looking Mighty Impressive From The Looks Of This Drone Footage

By Dave Ashton on December 24, 2016 - 7:23AM

New drone footage of Tesla's Nevada Gigafactory shows a vast complex that is 30% complete, with the north end of the building adding another 4.5 million square feet of space for their battery production.

Watch Santa’s Ferrari-Powered Toyota 86 Sleigh Smoke the Tires [Video]

By Denis Flierl on December 24, 2016 - 7:07AM

Check out Santa’s Toyota 86 Sleigh powered by a Ferrari V8. Watch it smoke the tires.

Volvo Gives A $3,000 Reason As To Why You Should Pick the S90

By Will Maley on December 23, 2016 - 2:23PM

Volvo is very confident in their new S90 when compared to other luxury models. In fact, they are offering something very special to owners of certain brands if they decide to go for an S90.

Lexus Will Reveal All-new 2018 LS Series at NAIAS

By John Goreham on December 23, 2016 - 12:34PM

How will Lexus top its flagships of th epast?

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