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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.

Meet the 800hp 2017 Chevrolet Yenko Corvette Grand Sport

By Patrick Rall on January 17, 2017 - 12:08PM

The most powerful factory-built Chevrolet Corvette on the market right now is the 650hp Z06, but for those Corvette fans who want much more power and a spread of historic badges – the 800 horsepower Yenko Corvette Grand Sport from Specialty Vehicle Engineering might be just what the doctor ordered.

The 2018 Ford Mustang GT and the 2015 Ford Mustang GT

New-Look 2018 Ford Mustang Revealed Online

By Patrick Rall on January 17, 2017 - 9:56AM

While Ford Motor Company hasn’t officially introduced the 2018 Ford Mustang, a video posted to the YouTube account of the enthusiast community Mustang6g appears to reveal the restyled pony car from every side – most notably showing off the facelifted front end.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 WRX, 2017 Subaru Impreza

Subaru Expands "Build and Buy" WRX STI Online; How They Go After a New Generation of Buyers

By Denis Flierl on January 17, 2017 - 8:39AM

Subaru Australia is expanding their WRX STI “Build and Buy” online concept to include the new Impreza. How will a new generation of buyers respond?

What Makes the 2017 Hyundai Elantra The Car To Buy This Year

By Dave Ashton on January 17, 2017 - 6:04AM

Hyundai's Elantra GT or as it's known in Europe the i30 may not be as elevated as some of its competitors, but being a happy medium in the market may sometimes win out in the end. Here's why the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT could be a strong contender this year.

Audi's SQ5 Rounds Out The Q5 lineup nicely adding a high-performance option to the 2018 lineup.

2018 Audi SQ5 Is Feature-Packed Performance Machine

By Marc Stern on January 16, 2017 - 10:00PM

From the annals of the recent Detroit Auto Show comes the unveiling of the all-new, second-generation Audi SQ5. The SQ5 rounds out the Q5 lineup.

Dodge Flexes its Muscles at the Detroit Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on January 16, 2017 - 1:54PM

Those folks attending the 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit this week will have no problem recognizing what the Dodge brand is all about – with a gorgeous spread of colorful high performance cars and a chance to drive a Hellcat Challenger in the virtual world.

What We Know About Mercedes-AMG's Upcoming Hypercar

By Will Maley on January 16, 2017 - 11:56AM

Mercedes-AMG has been teasing us for the past few months with their upcoming hypercar. But we now have some new details, including where it will make its debut.

2017 Subaru Levorg, BTCC, Colin Turkington

Why Subaru Heads into 2017 BTCC Season Minus One Key Driver

By Denis Flierl on January 16, 2017 - 11:44AM

Subaru’s Team BMR had a fantastic first season in the British Touring Car Championship. What key driver will be missing in 2017?

The 2018 Ford F150 Refresh is a Good One

By Patrick Rall on January 16, 2017 - 11:12AM

The 2018 Ford F150 is on display right now at the 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, and with a handful of new trucks lined up next to the models currently on sale, I think that many attendees will agree that this refresh is a good one.

New Tesla Model S P100D GT Can Hit 60MPH in Only 2 Seconds

By Dave Ashton on January 16, 2017 - 10:44AM

If you thought the Tesla model S was fast, it's just got that bit faster with a race spec. GT model capable of 0-60mph in 2.1 seconds.

Toyota Highlander Hybrid - Vehicle owners keep the longest?

Toyota Highlander Hybrid - The Vehicle More Owners Keep Longer

By John Goreham on January 16, 2017 - 9:53AM

A new study reveals that the number one vehicle owners keep longer than ten years is the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

We update our Lexus ES 300h coverage as it approaches its redesign.

2017 Lexus ES 300h Glides Comfortably Into Middle Age

By John Goreham on January 16, 2017 - 9:44AM

The ES 300h in its current form has been on the market now for nearly five years. Here is how it is staying competitive.

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

7 Reasons Why the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek Becomes the Brand's Hot New CUV

By Denis Flierl on January 16, 2017 - 7:30AM

Here’s 7 reasons why the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek will be the brand’s hot new CUV.

VW’s I.D. Buzz Takes Cues From Past, Still Thoroughly Modern

By Marc Stern on January 15, 2017 - 11:33PM

Volkswagen unveiled its new I.D. Buzz concept car at the Detroit Auto Show. The lines show the Buzz takes cues from the past, but it is also very much in the future.

Subaru Brings WRX S4 with Significant Power Upgrades to Tokyo Auto Salon; Will it See Production?

By Denis Flierl on January 15, 2017 - 8:39AM

Subaru unveils the WRX S4 sports sedan at the Tokyo Auto Salon with extra power and other tweaks for performance fans. Will the extra power make it to a production model?

Honda Motor Company commits to brand-wide electrification

By Parks McCants on January 14, 2017 - 11:54PM

75% of all new Honda cars and light trucks introduced over the next 13 years will be electrified, one way or another, in a quest for greatly reduced emissions and CARB compliant fuel efficiency. In effect, Honda Motor Company just committed to brand-wide electrification.

Auto show LEGO surprise, Batman!

By Mary Conway on January 14, 2017 - 7:04PM

Last night, Chevrolet sent out the Bat signal. Today, Batman responded with a full-sized LEGO Batmobile at the Detroit auto show.

How the Newly-Redesigned Subaru WRX STI is Expanding its Global Influence

By Denis Flierl on January 14, 2017 - 8:28AM

The 2018 Subaru WRX STI gets new upgrades and it will now be sold on a new continent. Where is the STI going next?

Takata, at one time the worlds second-largest airbag manufacturer, settled its airbag recall for $1 billion.

Takata Settles Airbag Recall For $1 billion; 3 Ex-Execs Charged

By Marc Stern on January 13, 2017 - 9:59PM

The Takata airbag recall wound down on Friday as the Japanese manufacturer agreed to pay $1 billion in penalties and compensation. Three former executives were also charged.

2017 Nissan Rogue, Nissan Altima, Nissan Frontier

Nissan Wins Best Concept at NAIAS for a Model Consumers Don’t Want

By Denis Flierl on January 13, 2017 - 10:48AM

The Nissan Vmotion 2.0 wins a design award for Best Concept Vehicle at NAIAS. Do consumers really care about this sedan?

A U.S. magistrate refused to free jailed VW executive Oliver Schmidt, ruling he remained a flight risk.

VW Exec Could Face Life Behind Bars For Role In Dieselgate Scandal

By Marc Stern on January 13, 2017 - 9:36AM

A Volkswagen executive held since last Saturday when he was arrested at Miami's airport as he was heading home from a U.S vacation could face life in prison if he is convicted of 11 conspiracy counts in the Dieselgate scandal.

Hyundai Launch Amazon Style Click To Buy Service With Quirky UK Commercial

By Dave Ashton on January 13, 2017 - 9:26AM

Hyundai have recently launched an online car buying service called, 'Click to Buy' in the UK which will allow customers to buy a vehicle entirely online.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, 2017 Subaru BRZ GT300, Nurburgring 24-hour

Subaru Global Motorsport Preview; WRX STI Gets New Enhancements

By Denis Flierl on January 13, 2017 - 9:00AM

Subaru’s motorsports subsidiary STI shared an overview of Subaru Motorsport activities for the upcoming season. What’s new in 2017?

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door, Impreza STI

2017 Subaru Impreza STI Breaks Cover in Tokyo; Will it See Production, or is it Just Another Tease?

By Denis Flierl on January 13, 2017 - 8:14AM

The Tokyo Auto Salon begins today and Subaru brings a number of STI-enhanced models including a new 2017 Impreza STI. Will it ever see production?

Tesla Release Details Of Future Supercharger Costs

By Dave Ashton on January 13, 2017 - 6:21AM

The time for Tesla owners to have an all-you-can-eat access to charging their vehicles seems to have come to an end for new Tesla owners with the company releasing charging costs via a blog post from the company's website.

VW Shakes Off Dieselgate Surpassing Toyota As World’s Number One Automaker

By Marc Stern on January 12, 2017 - 11:52PM

Volkswagen seems to have shaken off the negative impact of its diesel emissions scandal to surpass Toyota as the worlds biggest automaker.

Very Rare 2017 Civic Type-R Black Edition Ends European Production Run

By Parks McCants on January 12, 2017 - 9:28PM

It’s an exciting time for American Honda Motors and U.S. Honda performance fans as the current Asia, European only Civic Type R production comes to the finish line. What’s next for Civic Type-R?

2017 Honda Civic EX presents highest degree of tech for the dollar

By Parks McCants on January 12, 2017 - 7:50PM

2017 Honda Civic EX with Honda Sensing is award KBB’s "Best Auto Tech" award in the "area of value." That’s impressive.

Number 75 Subaru WRX STI Rally Car Unveiled in Detroit; It’s Sporting a New Livery

By Denis Flierl on January 12, 2017 - 8:32AM

Subaru unveils their new livery for the #75 Subaru WRX STI rally car at NAIAS in Detroit. What other changes are coming?

Using Tesla's Ludicrous Mode Too Often May Lose You Power

By Dave Ashton on January 12, 2017 - 8:03AM

Software updates to Tesla's new version 8.0 brings in new features and updates to autopilot, but users are concerned that some features have become limited, especially with the Ludicrous mode.

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