Automotive News (Page 646)

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.

Is Subaru too Small to Survive the Coming EV Revolution? CEO Says a New EV is in the Pipeline

By Denis Flierl on November 23, 2016 - 8:57AM

Tiny Subaru will need to develop EV technology to survive. Their CEO says they have a PHEV and new EV vehicle in the pipeline.

2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Forester, Black Friday, ASPCA

Subaru Wants You to Choose Trails and Tails Over Hectic Sales on Black Friday (Updated Video]

By Denis Flierl on November 23, 2016 - 8:27AM

On Black Friday, when retailers are offering huge sales, Subaru won’t be going anywhere near the shopping malls. They want you to #OptOutside with your dogs.

Toyota Tacoma Owners Need To Know About This TSB

Transform the way your 2016 Toyota Tacoma Drives – Here’s How

By John Goreham on November 23, 2016 - 8:04AM

A transmission reflash Toyota has kept quiet is making some Tacoma owners very happy.

Chevy Silverado Gets Muddy Recently; its manufacturer was just granted a delay in a recall of 2.5 million older pickups and SUVs

NHTSA, In Unusual Move, Allows GM To Delay 2.5M Truck Takata Recall For Tests

By Marc Stern on November 22, 2016 - 9:19PM

In a highly unusual move, General Motors was granted a delay in a planned recall of 2.5 million older pickups and SUVs. The recall was part of the ongoing Takata airbag inflator safety recall.

The Electric Auto headlines 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show

By Parks McCants on November 22, 2016 - 4:47PM

Without question, despite the reveal of several conventional cars and light trucks, Hybrid and plug-in electric cars dominated this year's L.A. Auto Show, as manufacturers transition into the future.

Could the Dodge Challenger and Charger Soon Lose Their V8?

By Patrick Rall on November 22, 2016 - 4:47PM

The internet is ripe with talk of how the V8 engines in the Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger will soon be replaced by a twin turbocharged V6 and while I believe that we could see a twin turbo V6 in the Dodge muscle cars in the future – I don’t believe for a second that the next generation Challenger or Charger will be without a V8 engine option.

Hyundai Does the Crossover Shuffle

By Will Maley on November 22, 2016 - 3:03PM

Unless you have been living under a rock, crossovers are currently the hot thing. Hyundai is planning some major changes to their crossover lineup for this.

VW's 1-2 Victory in Rally Australia Matches The Same Feat Performed by Audi In Its Final WEC campaign

Volkswagen Ends WRC Campaign On High Note With 1-2 Victory

By Marc Stern on November 22, 2016 - 2:26PM

Volkswagen finished up its final campaign of the WRC Rally Championship with a 1-2 victory at the 2016 Rally Australia. The win matches Audi's 1-2 victory at the 6 Hours of Dubai in the WEC Enduro Championships.

GeigerCars Lifts the Camaro SS to 621hp for German Drivers

By Patrick Rall on November 22, 2016 - 2:17PM

If you live in Germany and you want to drive a new Chevrolet Camaro SS – but the 455hp output of the standard Camaro isn’t enough for your Autobahn cruising needs – the crew at GeigerCars has you covered with their new Supercharged 630 package.

Future Ford F150 Could Get a New 4.8L V8

By Patrick Rall on November 22, 2016 - 12:18PM

According to a new report focusing on a labor deal between Ford Motor Company and the Canadian Auto Workers Union, the Ford F150 is slated to receive a new 4.8L V8 which will be built in Canada starting sometime around 2020 or 2021.

VW To Build Electrics In North America by 2021

VW Outlines Aggressive Turnaround With North American E-Cars by 2021

By Marc Stern on November 22, 2016 - 10:02AM

Volkswagen, as part of its vision for 2025, has released an aggressive plan to triple its profit margin to 6 percent, while also selling 1 million electric vehicles. The automaker also plans to build electric vehicles in North America by 2021.

Tesla News Update With Alex Covers Solar City Merge and Much More

By John Goreham on November 22, 2016 - 9:32AM

Tesla expert and early adopter, Alex Guberman brings you the news via video.

How Will Mitsubishi Take the Lead Bringing EV Crossovers to U.S. Consumers? A New CUV is Coming Next Year

By Denis Flierl on November 22, 2016 - 9:11AM

Look for Mitsubishi to take the lead in bring new EV Crossovers to the U.S. market. A new CUV is coming soon.

Six Mercedes-AMG Models Compete To See Which One Is the Quickest (Video)

By Will Maley on November 22, 2016 - 9:08AM

Mercedes-Benz's performance division, AMG has been building up quite the range of powerful models. But have you ever wondered which one is the fastest?

2017 Subaru WRX. 2017 Subaru BRZ, WardsAuto 10 Best Engines

2017 Subaru WRX 2.0L is Wards 10 Best Engine Nominee; A Surprise Subaru Makes the List

By Denis Flierl on November 22, 2016 - 8:55AM

The 2017 Subaru WRX 2.0L engine gets the nod again and is on the list of nominees for Ward’s 10 Best Engines. There’s a surprise Subaru on the list.

Nissan Shows New GT-R Owners How Thankful They Are; You Get a Complimentary Track Day

By Denis Flierl on November 22, 2016 - 8:38AM

Nissan USA is showing new 2017 GT-R owners just how thankful they are for them this holiday week. They get a complimentary track day.

How Jimmie Johnson raced into the record books

By Mary Conway on November 21, 2016 - 9:54PM

Jimmie Johnson raced into the record books by winning his 7th Sprint Cup NASCAR championship, tying Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt Sr.

Audi Finishes Enduro Racing Stint In Style With 1-2 Win

By Marc Stern on November 21, 2016 - 9:13PM

Audi left the world of automotive endurance racing in style with a 1-2 victory at the 6 Hours of Dubai. The automaker ended up number two in the race for the Manufacturer's Cup and for driver honors.

2017 Civic Si reported to be quickest, most refined in Honda history

By Parks McCants on November 21, 2016 - 3:26PM

According to our friends at American Honda Motors, when released to market early in 2017, the 10th generation Civic Si will be the quickest, most refined and drive-dynamic in Honda history.

Jaguar Unveils the 'New Original' XKSS

By Will Maley on November 21, 2016 - 3:07PM

It may seem odd that an automaker is building new versions of an old car. But for Jaguar, this is to button up some unfinished business.

2017 Mazda Miata Named a 10Best by Car and Driver

By John Goreham on November 21, 2016 - 3:07PM

The fifteenth win by the Mazda Miata comes with a compliment by Car and Driver.

Acura Precision Cockpit promotes greater eye to road contact

By Parks McCants on November 21, 2016 - 2:15PM

While attending the Los Angeles Auto Show, I experienced Acura’s slant on a near future driver to car connectivity interface. The future in dash, center stack design just arrived!

2018 Ford Mustang Could Lose V6, Gain 10-Speed and MagneRide

By Patrick Rall on November 21, 2016 - 2:08PM

According to information gathered from Ford’s dealership system and posted on the enthusiast website Mustang6g.com, the 2018 Ford Mustang could lose the V6 engine option while adding the 10-speed automatic transmission and the MagneRide suspension setup from the current Shelby GT350 – while still offering the GT350 and GT350R for those who want a stronger-handling pony car.

Not Even On Sale, Volkswagen’s Atlas Seems Like It Is Already A Success

By Marc Stern on November 21, 2016 - 2:03PM

Although the Volkswagen Atlas hasn't gone on sale yet, it still seems like a success as the automaker already has plans to market the American-made full-sized crossover in Russia and China.

Jeep Hellcat Trackhawk Could Debut in April, Deliveries by September

By Patrick Rall on November 21, 2016 - 1:25PM

Based on an interview with Jeep CEO Mike Manley, the Hellcat-powered Grand Cherokee Trackhawk could make its formal debut at the 2017 New York International Auto Show in April and the first production units could reach dealerships by September 2017 – meaning that the world’s most powerful SUV could be less than a year away from hitting the streets.

Mercedes' U.S. Branch Decides To Pass On X-Class For Now

By Will Maley on November 21, 2016 - 12:16PM

Almost a month ago, Mercedes-Benz revealed the X-Class concepts. These would be a preview for a new pickup that would be launching next year in certain markets. However, the U.S. will not be one of them.