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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, 2017 WRX STI, 2017 Impreza

4 Things You Don’t Know about Subaru’s Symmetrical AWD

By Denis Flierl on December 12, 2016 - 8:36AM

Subaru uses four versions of Symmetrical AWD for the 2017 Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Impreza, WRX/STI and Legacy models. It’s why they beat the competition in the snow.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe Brochure Leak

Next Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe Makes An Early Debut

By Will Maley on December 12, 2016 - 8:32AM

In a few days, Mercedes-Benz will unveil the next-generation E-Class Coupe. But we already know what it will look like thanks to someone leaking out the brochure.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross, Chris Atkinson, GRC LA

Will the 2017 Subaru WRX STI GRC Supercar be Ready to Compete with VW and Ford?

By Denis Flierl on December 12, 2016 - 8:27AM

It was a year of preparation for Subaru SRT USA as they used Global Rallycross 2016 to get the new 2017 WRX STI ready for next season. Will the new STI be ready to compete with VW and Ford?

Tesla Vehicles Included In Takata Airbag Recall As NHTSA Sets Deadlines For The Replacement

By Dave Ashton on December 12, 2016 - 5:50AM

Vehicles currently being produced by US auto makers Tesla are being recalled for having defective airbags produced by Takata, an automotive parts manufacturer.

VW's Moia Announcement Shows Way To Automaker's Mobility Future

Here Is How Volkswagen Plans To Expand Mobility Options

By Marc Stern on December 11, 2016 - 11:53PM

Volkswagen has begun a new subsidiary that is looking at mobility options. Moia, the Berlin-based firm, will explore mobility options such as ride-sharing and related activities.

Honda, Acura Racing expands 2017 Pirelli World Challenge presence

By Parks McCants on December 11, 2016 - 4:38PM

Honda and Acura are no strangers to the world of Pirelli World Challenge racing. They’ve been there for 27 years in one class or another. 2017's lining up to be an exciting year for Honda fans.

What Makes Subaru Forester the Longest Running Top Safety Pick in its Class?

By Denis Flierl on December 11, 2016 - 8:49AM

Subaru Forester extends its record as the longest running Top Safety Pick in the small SUV class with an 11th win (2007-2017). How does Forester do it?

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

3 Reasons Why Subaru Uses the Boxer Engine; Will It Continue?

By Denis Flierl on December 11, 2016 - 8:10AM

Subaru celebrates 50 year of continually using the boxer engine. With plug-in hybrids and all-electrics coming, will it change?

Volkswagen's Golf Family of Models Leads the Automaker's Sales Lineup, Across the Company

If It Seemed Like VW Ads Were Everywhere In 2015, You Were Right

By Marc Stern on December 10, 2016 - 10:43PM

Now we know, it wasn't anyone's imagination; Volkswagen outspent all other automakers in its 2015 ad budget so they were everywhere.

Audi and Las Vegas are working together to tie the automakers V2I system to the city's traffic lights network.

Audi, Las Vegas Make First Public-Private Link To Traffic Lights

By Marc Stern on December 10, 2016 - 10:00PM

In a first for the auto industry, Audi has joined with Las Vegas to tie the automaker's V2I (vehicle-to-information) system network to the city's traffic lights. There are lots of advantages, both agree.

Chevrolet prices the 2018 Equinox to compete

By Mary Conway on December 10, 2016 - 5:28PM

Chevrolet has released its pricing for the redesigned Equinox. Priced at $24,475, it is expected to get better fuel mileage than its predecessor.

More Bentley Bentayga Models Are In the Cards

By Will Maley on December 10, 2016 - 11:46AM

The Bentley Bentayga is the British automaker's most controversial models. But it has also become one of its most successful with 5,600 models built - they orignally projected to build 3,600 this year. This has Bentley thinking of growing the Bentayga family.

Subaru WRX 2.0-liter Turbo Cruises to 2nd Straight Wards 10 Best Engines Win

By Denis Flierl on December 10, 2016 - 8:41AM

The Subaru WRX 2.0-liter turbo proudly carries home its second straight Wards 10 Best Engines Award.

Here’s What Makes the BMW M2 an Emotional Pick

By Denis Flierl on December 10, 2016 - 8:25AM

In Japan’s Car of the Year 2017 award, the BMW loses to the new Subaru Impreza compact. Why did it get the “Emotional Award”?

An Instrumented Test Vehicle Slams Into A Barrier During SUV Safety Testing

NHTSA Wants Auto Industry To Move Faster On Takata Airbag Recalls

By Marc Stern on December 9, 2016 - 11:57PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a speed-up campaign for the record-breaking Takata airbag recall.

The FTC Wants To A New Round Of Questions Answered In The Dieselgate Scandal.

Is There A Smoking Gun In A Pile Of Wiped Dieselgate Cellphones?

By Marc Stern on December 9, 2016 - 3:45PM

The Federal Trade Commission has asked the court to allow it to revisit a pile of wiped cellphones with Volkswagen's corporate witness in the criminal probe phase of the Dieselgate scandal.

We agree, but also disagree with Car and Driver on CX-9

Mazda CX-9 Earns Car and Driver 10Best Spot, Why That Leaves Us Confused

By John Goreham on December 9, 2016 - 3:35PM

Car and Driver Loves Mazdas, and so do we, but...

Best Aftermarket Tires For Tacoma, Frontier, Colorado, Canyon

Tacoma, Frontier, Colorado, Canyon - Best Aftermarket Tires For On and Off Road

By John Goreham on December 9, 2016 - 1:59PM

Once your OEM tires have lived their useful life, what is the best tire for off-road, but can still be quiet on the highway?

Watch a New Camaro ZL1 Race a C7 Corvette Z06 with Impressive Results

By Patrick Rall on December 9, 2016 - 12:24PM

Since the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 was first introduced with the same supercharged LT4 engine as the C7 Corvette Z06, there has been speculation as to how much faster the lightweight Corvette would be when compared to the heavier muscle car – but thanks to the folks at Hennessey, we don’t have to speculate anymore.

2017 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, IIHS top safety picks

Subaru Earns 5 More Top Awards for Safety

By Denis Flierl on December 9, 2016 - 8:48AM

The 2017 Forester, Outback, Legacy, Crosstrek and WRX have once again received top marks for safety.

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door

New Subaru Impreza Wins Japan’s “Car of the Year”; It Beats an Impressive List of Cars

By Denis Flierl on December 9, 2016 - 7:04AM

The all-new Subaru Impreza has been named 2016–2017 “Car of the Year” in Japan. It beats an impressive list of cars to win.

VW's Jetta GLI Has Earned The Prestigious IIHS Top Safety Pick + for 2017

VW Jetta Wins IIHS Top Safety Pick +; 5 Others Named Top Safety Picks

By Marc Stern on December 9, 2016 - 12:01AM

VW's Jetta won the 2017 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick + award. Five other VWs were named Top Safety Picks.

Audi Q7 Wins Prestigious IIHS Top Safety Pick Award

Audi A4, Q5 Win Prestigious IIHS Top Safety Pick + Honors

By Marc Stern on December 8, 2016 - 11:58PM

Audi's A4 and Q5 were named recipients of the highest safety award by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), Top Safety Pick +.

Honda Civic K.B.B.’s most awarded car for 2016

By Parks McCants on December 8, 2016 - 7:27PM

That’s no small accomplishment for Honda with no lack of well built performers in the compact sedan segment. What makes the Civic difference?

Chevrolet's new 9-speed transmission to boost fuel mileage on 2017 Malibu

By Mary Conway on December 8, 2016 - 3:27PM

GM is expanding its use of multiple speed transmissions. It will start the transformations with its popular Chevrolet Malibu. The nine-speed is expected to improve the smoothness of the ride and boost MPG numbers.

Lawsuit Against Mercedes' Diesel Vehicles Is Kicked to the Curb

By Will Maley on December 8, 2016 - 2:38PM

It should come as no surprise that various investigations and lawsuits began on other automakers who sold diesel vehicles after Volkswagen was found cheating with theirs.

Why Transmission Testing is Delaying the 2017 Ford F150 Raptor

By Patrick Rall on December 8, 2016 - 2:25PM

A report by Reuters confirmed that 2017 Ford F150 pickups are piling up at storage facilities between production and dealerships as the automaker works to complete testing of the new 10-speed automatic transmission – and today we look at why this testing process is preventing the company from shipping these new trucks.

Line, Enders, Coughlin to Campaign 6th Gen Camaro Pro Stock Cars in 2017

By Patrick Rall on December 8, 2016 - 1:56PM

General Motors has announced that there will be a new Chevrolet Camaro Pro Stock car racing in the 2017 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series and among others, Jeg Coughlin Jr, Erica Enders and 2016 champion Jason Line will campaign these 6th generation-inspired Camaro race cars.

2017 Toyota Corolla safer than Honda Civic

2017 Toyota Corolla Now Rated Safer Than Honda Civic

By John Goreham on December 8, 2016 - 12:21PM

2017 Toyota Corolla Gets Safety Monkey Off Its Back With Top Score

Toyota & Lexus Top the Industry In Safety Again With Most Top-rated Models

By John Goreham on December 8, 2016 - 11:17AM

The RAV4, Prius, Prius V, Camry, Corolla, Join the Lexus RC, RX, NX, and ES at the top of the industry’s most important safety ranking.

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