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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.

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Heads Into the Sunset.

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata's Amazing Run Now Over - 2017 Model Arrives

By John Goreham on February 14, 2017 - 4:49PM

The 2016 model year lasted 19 months for the Mazda MX-5 Miata. A look back at its accomplishments.

Ford Could be Hinting to a New Mustang in Mach 1 or Boss 302 Trim

By Patrick Rall on February 14, 2017 - 4:02PM

Ford Motor Company has included an S197 Boss 302 in new Mustang marketing materials along with showing off a 1971 Mach 1 at the Chicago Auto Show, leading many vocal social media participants to insist that these are hints to future models – so today we look at the likelihood of a new Mach 1 or Boss 302 Mustang.

Smart Transitions to Electric Only For North America

By Will Maley on February 14, 2017 - 3:31PM

Smart has never really had any luck in North America. Their best year in sales was in 2014 when they sold 10,453 vehicles. Since then, sales have been steadily declining thanks to low gas prices and consumers going to crossovers and SUVs. Because of this, Smart is making a drastic decision.

Fireball Camaro Runs a 9.00 Quarter Mile - Setting the 6g Camaro Record

By Patrick Rall on February 14, 2017 - 3:02PM

The “Fireball Camaro” was back in action this past weekend and after being the first 6th generation Camaro to run in the 10s and 9s, this monster muscle car has set the new record for the quickest and fastest modern Camaro in the quarter mile with a time of 9.003 at 149.03 miles per hour.

Toyota hybrids still outsell EVs globally, pass 10 million units.

Toyota Hybrids Outselling All EVs Globally (Still)

By John Goreham on February 14, 2017 - 2:39PM

Toyota's hybrid sales have now passed 10 million globally, continuing to outpace global EV sales.

DSR Dodge Charger Beats JFR Chevrolet Camaro in NHRA Funny Car Season Opener

By Patrick Rall on February 14, 2017 - 12:24PM

The 2017 NHRA drag racing season opened this past weekend at the Winternationals in Pomona, California, and Don Schumacher Racing got off to a great start as Matt Hagan drove his Dodge Charger funny car to a big win – beating Courtney Force and her John Force Racing Camaro in a Dodge/Chevy final-round shootout.

Tesla News with Alex includes Model 3 update.

Tesla News Includes Model 3, Frunk, Mobile App, and Stock

By John Goreham on February 14, 2017 - 9:24AM

Tesla news this week includes speculation on Model 3 production and much more.

2017 Subaru WRX/STI, Impreza, Outback, Crosstrek, ALG 2017 Canadian Residual Value Awards

Valentine’s Love for Subaru Overflows with More Residual Value Awards; What it Means for Consumers

By Denis Flierl on February 14, 2017 - 8:43AM

Subaru has racked up Best Mainstream brand three years in-a-row and gets four segment awards from ALG. What does all this love for Subaru mean for consumers?

Tesla Self-Driving Cars Have Much More Competition From Ford And GM

By Dave Ashton on February 14, 2017 - 8:00AM

Tesla are not the only players in the autonomous vehicle world, with many of the competition, now investing heavily.

Gentex, a major rearview mirror manufacturer, sees a bright road ahead for rearviews.

Gentex Sees Bright Road Ahead For Rearview Mirrors

By Marc Stern on February 14, 2017 - 1:06AM

Gentex, a leading manufacturer of rearview mirror display systems, believes that there will be a demand for systems that combine conventional and electronic technologies into hybrid systems.

Whether it is new or old, a recall is a recall and a Jetta is a Jetta, a vehicle VW recalled.

Why Do Manufacturers Recall Only A Few Cars? Here’s One Theory

By Marc Stern on February 13, 2017 - 11:14PM

Why would a manufacturer recall just two cars? There are several reasons including good public relations and good customer relations. In the long run, the recall, as tiny is it might be, just makes sense.

2018 Toyota Sequoia TRD Sport has show to match the go.

2018 Toyota Sequoia TRD Sport Brings the Bling

By John Goreham on February 13, 2017 - 6:28PM

Toyota's new 2018 Sequoia has some equipment upgrades, but the look is the real news.

First Glance at Audi's new exclusive RS Q8 SUV with over 600 hp unveiled at Geneva Motor Show

By William Wilcox on February 13, 2017 - 4:53PM

A monster power Audi SUV set to rival x6m from BMW and Mercedes own AMG departments GLE 63s. First glance at the Audi RS Q8

What accessory or upgrade do Fiat 124 Spider owners desire most?

The Upgrades Fiat 124 Spider Owners Desire Most

By John Goreham on February 13, 2017 - 3:06PM

We polled the Fiat 124 Spider Fan Club members and this is what they told us they wanted most to upgrade their cars.

2017 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel: America's Most Fuel Efficient Non-Hybrid

By Patrick Rall on February 13, 2017 - 2:24PM

General Motors has announced the official EPA fuel economy figures for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel and with a highway figure of 52 miles per gallon – the new diesel Cruze offers better highway fuel economy than any non-hybrid car sold in America while also packing the torque levels which made the previous diesel Cruze so much fun to drive.

Mercedes-Maybach Introduces Their First SUV, But Not the One You Were Expecting

By Will Maley on February 13, 2017 - 2:08PM

We have been reporting on a rumored SUV for Mercedes-Maybach during the past few months. It would be using the platform for the next-generation GLS. Well, Mercedes-Maybach has announced an SUV, but it isn't a GLS-based model.

3 Reasons Why the Mopar 17 Challenger is my Favorite Mopar Model

By Patrick Rall on February 13, 2017 - 12:53PM

FCA’s Mopar brand has offered a special, limited edition vehicle in each of the past seven years and I have liked them all, but the Mopar 17 Challenger is easily my favorite – for 3 very simple reasons.

Father Of Late Tesla Driver Blames Car For Incident

By Dave Ashton on February 13, 2017 - 9:38AM

Father of Casey Speckman says that she could be alive today if she was driving another vehicle.

2017 Subaru Outback, Outback 2.0D, OzRoamer’s Car of the Year (COTY)

Untamed Subaru Outback 2.0L Turbo-Diesel Beats Impressive Field to Win OzRoamer's AWD SUV Award

By Denis Flierl on February 13, 2017 - 8:57AM

The 2017 Subaru Outback has added an award to the trophy case, winning it from recreational vehicle magazine OzRoamer. Why does the “wild” Outback 2.0L turbo diesel get the nod?

How Hyundai Start The Big Push For New Crossovers

By Dave Ashton on February 13, 2017 - 8:17AM

There are big styling and line up changes coming to the Hyundai crossover sector as seen by the latest spy shots.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross, Chris Atkinson, Patrik Sandell

New #55 WRX STI Supercar Debuts in Chicago; Subaru Will Fly in All 12 GRC Rounds

By Denis Flierl on February 13, 2017 - 7:51AM

Subaru brings their new Subaru WRX STI GRC Supercar to Chicago. Two new drivers will compete in all 12 GRC rounds.

Toyota 86 / Subaru BRZ Score 1-2 "Best Sports Car" in KBB’s 5-Year Cost to Own Awards

By Denis Flierl on February 12, 2017 - 7:46AM

Kelly Blue Book says the 2017 Toyota 86 and 2017 Subaru BRZ will depreciate less than any other sports cars. What American coupe came in third?

Audi A3 sedan going through its paces as the automaker announces another sales mark in January.

Audi Continues Sales Success With 73rd Consecutive Increase

By Marc Stern on February 12, 2017 - 1:18AM

Audi continued to set new sales marks in January as it posted its 73rd consecutive month-to-month sales increase. Led by crossovers and its small sedans, the automaker posted an overall 11 percent sales increase. Crossover sales were up 22 percent.

Why Coloradans Won’t Stop Asking this Couple, "Can I Buy Your Subaru Outback?"; Their Response is Legit!

By Denis Flierl on February 11, 2017 - 9:55AM

These recent transplants from St Louis find out what the Subaru culture is like in Colorado. They keep hearing, “Can I buy your Subaru Outback?” Their response is legit!

The Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross team will campaign again for 2016 with Scott Speed and Tanner Foust behind the wheel.

Drivers Return To Campaign Pair Of Beetles For VW Andretti

By Marc Stern on February 10, 2017 - 10:46PM

Renewing a competitive partnership for 2017, Scott Speed and Tanner Foust are returning for a fourth consecutive year to drive with the Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross racing team.

Reinvented 2017 Honda CR-V ranked ‘Best Compact SUV for the Money’

By Parks McCants on February 10, 2017 - 5:47PM

With an 8.8 out of a possible “10” score, U.S. News and World Report ranked 2017 Honda CR-V #1 overall value in the white hot compact SUV segment for 2017. How’d Honda do it?

Why Honda HR-V continues to dominate subcompact SUV segment

By Parks McCants on February 10, 2017 - 5:07PM

Well, have you driven one? This week U.S. News and World Report rated 2017 Honda HR-V “Best Subcompact SUV for the Money.”

2017 Acura MDX rated USN ‘Best 3-Row Luxury SUV for the Money’

By Parks McCants on February 10, 2017 - 3:42PM

According to auto industry bellwether U.S.News and World Report, in reviewing proprietary data, and all viable auto journalist drive reviews, 2017 Acura MDX rates ‘Best 3-Row Luxury SUV for the money,” five years running.

Volvo Has Crossovers On Their Launch Schedule

By Will Maley on February 10, 2017 - 2:00PM

As Volvo finishes up on launching the 90 series around the world, their attention turns to another group of vehicles.

The Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Converted into the New GT4.R Endurance Racer

By Patrick Rall on February 10, 2017 - 12:50PM

General Motors has rolled out their newest Chevrolet Camaro endurance race car based on the 6th generation ZL1 for a handful of road racing championships in the US and around the world – all with LT1 power.

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