Automotive News (Page 637)

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 Kia Soul Adds Some Turbo Goodness

By Will Maley on November 10, 2016 - 9:06AM

The Kia Soul is one of the funkiest vehicles on sale today thanks in part to its boxy design. Now, there's another reason for its funkiness.

Wheels Tests the Legacy, Camry and Mazda6; Subaru Scores #1 in their Gold Star Value Awards

By Denis Flierl on November 10, 2016 - 8:09AM

Subaru Legacy places ahead of Toyota Camry and Mazda 6 in Wheels Gold Star Value Awards. Is it just AWD that sets it apart?

Maker to offer Honda Factory Performance option for 2017 Civic Hatchback

By Parks McCants on November 10, 2016 - 2:05AM

For 2017 Civic Hatch fans that wish to personalize their 10th gen Civic, Honda has a quick and easy path to epic!

Honda, CCC Software Union Helps Find Takata Recall Cars

Here’s How Honda Takes A Positive Stance On Finding Takata Recall Cars

By Marc Stern on November 9, 2016 - 11:13PM

Using a third party, Honda has found a program that lets independent shops assist it in its goal of finding Takata recall vehicles.

Toyota has decided to punt on Super Bowl LI ads

By Mary Conway on November 9, 2016 - 10:11PM

Toyota has already decided to not advertise its vehicles during Super Bowl LI. Fox network wants between $5 and $5.5 million for each 30-second spot which would make the ads the most expensive in history.

Volvo Recalls 79,000 Vehicles In U.S. and Canada for Seat Belt Issue

By Will Maley on November 9, 2016 - 3:59PM

The automaker who invented the seat-belt back in the 50's has issued a recall for 79,000 vehicles because of an issue with it.

The Subaru Justy Never Died; It Turned Into a Compact Tall AWD Wagon

By Denis Flierl on November 9, 2016 - 8:39AM

Subaru didn’t really kill the Justy, it’s now a compact tall AWD wagon in Japan.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2017 Subaru Impreza

The New-Generation Subaru Crosstrek is Coming Next Year; Here’s What to Expect

By Denis Flierl on November 9, 2016 - 8:15AM

It’s been confirmed by Subaru Russia that the new-generation 2018 Crosstrek will arrive next year.

Audi May Have Installed A Second Defeat Device On Some Of Its Models

Dieselgate Widens As CARB Finds Second VW Emissions Defeat Switch

By Marc Stern on November 9, 2016 - 12:19AM

As if Dieselgate wasn't enough for Volkswagen, a new report has appeared which states that the automaker included cheatware (scamming software) on three of its models. The new software turns on and off carbon dioxide emissions.

Hybrid Tech Will Be Added To Ferrari's Lineup Starting In 2019

By Will Maley on November 8, 2016 - 4:56PM

Ferrari is trying to become more green, but not for the reason you might think.

Introducing Our 1st Camaro of the Month: Steven Walker's 1985 IROC Z

By Patrick Rall on November 8, 2016 - 4:06PM

To show off some of the best-looking and highest performance Chevrolet muscle cars on the internet, I present you with our first ever Camaro of the Month, with the first winner being Steve Walker and his beautifully restored 1985 IROC Z.

Future of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car Evolution Riding on Expanding Fueling Network

By Parks McCants on November 8, 2016 - 1:35PM

Even with the participation of major auto manufacturers, state and federal government, we have but 12 (open for business) public compressed nitrogen refueling stations on the west coast of the United States.

Newest Roush P51 Ford Mustang Packs 727hp

By Patrick Rall on November 8, 2016 - 12:45PM

The folks at Roush Performance used the 2016 SEMA Show to introduce their new P-51 Mustang – a 727hp package designed to sit atop the Roush Mustang lineup in terms of power and performance.

Electrification Defines 2017 ‘Green Car of the Year’

By Parks McCants on November 8, 2016 - 12:00PM

With public acceptance and subsequent production momentum finally taking hold in the North America Hybrid, EV car and light truck segment, “electrification” dominates this year’s Green Car of the Year. A sign of the times? Perhaps.

2016 Dodge Challenger and Charger in Plum Crazy

No One has Sold More High Horsepower Cars than Dodge in 2016

By Patrick Rall on November 8, 2016 - 11:09AM

FCA doesn’t officially break down the Challenger and Charger sales by trimline or engine choice, but a company representative has confirmed that during the course of 2016, 33% of the Dodge muscle cars sold were fitted by either the 485hp 392 Hemi or the 707hp Hellcat Hemi.

Here are two of the 300,000 core vehicles that are at the highest risk from airbag explosions.

If Takata Slips, Carmakers Bear Full Responsibility for Airbag Recall Work

By Marc Stern on November 8, 2016 - 10:46AM

Even if Takata, the number two airbag manufacturer, crumbles and fails to repair every airbag, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has put automakers on notice they are responsible to see make sure the airbag recall work is completed.

2017 Fiat 124 Spider Owners Reveal Their Biggest Surprise

By John Goreham on November 8, 2016 - 8:46AM

New owners of the Fiat 124 Spider tell Torque News what one thing they were most surprised by.

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door

New Subaru Impreza is True Red, White and Blue; Its Impact is Being Felt in America’s Heartland

By Denis Flierl on November 8, 2016 - 8:42AM

The new 2017 Subaru Impreza is as American as Apple Pie. It’s having a big impact on America’s heartland.

This 1950 Dodge Truck Packs Modern Hemi Power, Steals Hearts

By Patrick Rall on November 7, 2016 - 5:54PM

While the 1950 Dodge D100 shown above doesn’t preface a future high performance model, this crate Hemi-powered rat rod pickup was among the most popular old school rides at the 2016 SEMA Show – with a crowd gathered around this patina-clad machine all week long.

Fireball 900 Camaro Packs 827rwhp for Around $90k

By Patrick Rall on November 7, 2016 - 3:54PM

The crew from Black Horse Racing was the first to put a 6th generation Chevrolet Camaro SS in the 9-second quarter mile range and at the 2016 SEMA Show, they were showing off their new Fireball 900 package – with 827 rear wheel horsepower and a price starting around $90,000.

Dodge Charger Hellcat Production Triples for 2016

By Patrick Rall on November 7, 2016 - 3:06PM

While the Charger was the less popular of the Dodge Hellcat cars for the second year in a row, there more than three times as many Hellcat Chargers built for 2016 than were built for the previous model year – with more than 4,000 examples of the 707 horsepower super sedan offered up to dealerships around the country.

Buyers Lining Up for the 2017 Ford F150 Raptor

By Patrick Rall on November 7, 2016 - 1:15PM

The 2017 Ford F150 Raptor is still more than a month away from reaching the first buyers, but those folks looking to secure one of the new 450 horsepower pickups are flowing into dealerships – creating an early waiting list for the next gen Raptor.

Owners Voice Concern as to 2016 Honda Civic Initial Quality

By Parks McCants on November 7, 2016 - 1:09PM

Are 10th Generation Civic buyers asking too much as to initial quality in what is historically an entry-level sedan or coupe? In short: What might consumers reasonably anticipate from a compact car with a beginning MSRP of $!8,640.

Bavarian Authorities Are Looking At VW's Chair

Dieselgate Probe Widens In Germany; Looks At VW Chairman

By Marc Stern on November 7, 2016 - 12:32PM

Prosecutors are looking closely at the chair of Volkswagen's supervisory board Hans Dieter Poetsch regarding market manipulation in the ongoing Dieselgate affair.

Tesla supercharger image by John Goreham

Tesla Creates Second-Class Owners With New Supercharger Caste System

By John Goreham on November 7, 2016 - 11:01AM

Tesla’s Model3 customers, and future ModelS and ModelX owners won’t get the same Supercharger benefits. Welcome to second-class.

Bolt production starts - Three Advantages GM Has Over Tesla

Chevy Bolt Production Begins - Three Advantages GM Has Over Tesla

By John Goreham on November 7, 2016 - 10:26AM

The Chevy Bolt is now being built for sale in the U.S. GM walks the walk.

Audi RS3 Sedan vs. Mercedes-AMG CLA45: By the Numbers

By Will Maley on November 7, 2016 - 10:21AM

Move over Mercedes-AMG CLA45, the upcoming Audi RS3 sedan is looking to take your crown.

2017 Subaru Impreza, New Subaru 3-Row crossover

Fuji Heavy Kills One Key Division to “Enhance” the Subaru Brand; What it Means for You

By Denis Flierl on November 7, 2016 - 10:06AM

Subaru kills their industrial division. Do you think they are serious about Subaru?

New Improved Subaru Impreza Voted “10 Best Cars”; Its Paint is Barely Dry

By Denis Flierl on November 7, 2016 - 8:04AM

The 2017 Subaru Impreza is already getting global awards. It's one of the "10 Best Cars" in Japan.

VW Used More Than One Software Switch In Dieselgate

Guess What? Report Indicates Another VW Defeat Device! Really?

By Marc Stern on November 6, 2016 - 1:15PM

In the latest news about the VW emissions scandal, it seems that there is more than one way to set a software switch.

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