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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.

VW plans two brief production outages for Golf this year.

There Are Lots of Reasons To Tweak VW Production Schedules, Sometimes It’s Just Balance

By Marc Stern on August 20, 2016 - 7:20PM

Volkswagen plans two short production outages this year. According to the automaker, the stoppages in the production of the Golf are to help balance production.

Lamborghini Centenario Loses Its Top

By Will Maley on August 20, 2016 - 10:47AM

When Lamborghini revealed the Centenario at the Geneva Motor Show in March, they said about 40 of them would be built - 20 coupes and 20 roadsters. We have seen the coupe and now we get our first glimpse at the roadster.

2017 Subaru Forester, Diesel Forester, Special Edition Forester

Meet the 2017 Subaru Forester Special Edition UK Style

By Denis Flierl on August 20, 2016 - 8:07AM

The 2017 Subaru Forester Special Edition comes with the diesel engine which U.S. buyers can’t get. What else sets this model apart?

If You're In Los Angeles This Weekend, Hyundai Offers Tailored Test Drives

Hyundai, Amazon Have A New Idea And They’re Not Afraid To Use It

By Marc Stern on August 19, 2016 - 10:19PM

For the second time this week, Hyundai and Amazon have teamed up to bring a better automotive experience to buyers and owners. This time it's a customer-tailored online test-drive plan.

Earth To Alexa, Your Genesis Is Ready, Please Pick It Up

By Marc Stern on August 19, 2016 - 3:44PM

Amazon's digital assistant Alexa can now tell your Hyundai Genesis what it wants or doesn't want and your car has to comply.

Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 Concept Exudes Electric Grandeur

By Will Maley on August 19, 2016 - 3:33PM

Stunning Looks? Check. Opulent Interior? Check. Electric Powertrain? What?!

Mazda 2017 MX-5 Miata RF Launch Edition Details & Price Estimate

By John Goreham on August 19, 2016 - 11:43AM

Your retractable hard-top, fast-back Miata will soon be available for pre-ordering.

Usain Bolt, 2016 Rio Olympics, 2017 Nissan GT-R, 200 meter Gold Medal

How Usain Bolt Gets “Bolted” By Nissan [Video]

By Denis Flierl on August 19, 2016 - 8:25AM

Nissan is going to make sure Usain Bolt gets "Bolted" in a big way. What’s in store for the gold medalist?

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2017 Subaru Impreza

7 Reasons Not to Buy a 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

By Denis Flierl on August 19, 2016 - 8:10AM

The 2018 Subaru Crosstrek will get the most significant changes since it launched in 2012. What’s next for Crosstrek?

Check Out the Roush Mustang Lineup at the Woodward Dream Cruise

By Patrick Rall on August 18, 2016 - 1:31PM

In addition to the hundreds of privately owned Ford Mustang coupes and convertibles lining Mustang Alley at this weekend’s Woodward Dream Cruise, Roush Performance will showcase their entire Mustang lineup – from the 300hp RS to the 670hp RS3.

2017 Acura NSX: On the road to Monterey Car Week

By Parks McCants on August 18, 2016 - 1:13PM

Acura’s manufactured in Ohio 2017 NSX hybrid supercar takes its place in the annals of the West Coast’s premier auto event.

Buy a Fiat 124 Spider Abarth, get a free driving school day at Bondurant

One huge reason to opt for the Fiat 124 Spider Abarth for 2017

By John Goreham on August 18, 2016 - 11:11AM

Fiat has just made picking the Abarth version of its new 124 Spider much easier.

Dodge Challenger Scat Pack with DRs and a Tune Runs 11.50s

By Patrick Rall on August 18, 2016 - 10:11AM

While we frequently bring you the news of the quickest Hellcat models from Dodge, today we bring you a look at what I believe to be the quickest Challenger Scat Pack in the world without any significant modifications – with just a good set of tires and a canned ECU tune helping this Hemi-powered muscle car to run well into the 11-second range.

Bentley Continental Flying Spur (First Generation)

Why Bentley Is Recalling Certain Continental Flying Spur Models

By Will Maley on August 18, 2016 - 9:55AM

Bentley vehicles aren't known for being recalled for a safety issue. But this week, a group of Continental Flying Spurs are being called back to dealers for just that.

2016 BMW M2 Coupe, Jeremy Clarkson, Star Car

3 Reasons Why BMW M2 is Jeremy Clarkson’s Favorite M Car

By Denis Flierl on August 18, 2016 - 8:29AM

The BMW M2 Coupe is now Jeremy Clarkson’s favorite BMW M machine. Why does the M2 get him so exited?

2017 Subaru Crosstrek, Subaru XV Concept, Crosstrek Hybrid

Rumored: Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is Axed by Subaru

By Denis Flierl on August 18, 2016 - 7:37AM

Subaru may not offer the Crosstrek Hybrid for 2017. Has it been axed?

Bosch 'Profited Handsomely' From Role In VW Dieselgate Scandal

By Marc Stern on August 18, 2016 - 7:36AM

Far from being a silent partner, Robert Bosch actively participated and "profited handsomely" from its Dieselgate scandal involvement.

What Is It With Volkswagen And Software? First Emissions, Now Locks

By Marc Stern on August 17, 2016 - 10:52PM

Why is Volkswagen the way it seems to be? First, it became involved in its self-inflicted emissions cheating scandal and now it's hackable lock keyfobs.

2017 Audi A4 Ultra Achieves 37 MPG on the Highway and It Isn't A Diesel

By Will Maley on August 17, 2016 - 4:32PM

If you think that you need a diesel to achieve high fuel economy figures on the highway, Audi would like to have a word with you.

The 1st Chevrolet Camaro on Display along Woodward in a Big Glass Box

By Patrick Rall on August 17, 2016 - 1:49PM

Those folks visiting the Metro Detroit area this weekend for the 2016 Woodward Dream Cruise will be able to check out the very first every Chevrolet Camaro, which is on display in a big, lighted glass box alongside Woodward Avenue as part of the Historic Vehicle Association program.

The Ford Mustang GT is India's Bestselling Sports Car

By Patrick Rall on August 17, 2016 - 11:30AM

The new Ford Mustang continues its domination of the global sports car scene with India being the newest market topped by the legendary pony car in right hand drive form – although leading the Indian sports car market didn’t take nearly as many sales as it does in Australia, Germany or the USA.

Will Ford be first with autonomous fleet?

Will Ford Be the First to Mass-Produce Autonomous Vehicles?

By John Goreham on August 17, 2016 - 11:10AM

Ford says it will mass-produce fully autonomous vehicles by 2021 that have no steering wheel.

2017 Nissan Titan XD, 2017 Titan V8, Single Cab

Will Nissan’s New Truck Warranty Be a Game-Changer?

By Denis Flierl on August 17, 2016 - 9:59AM

Nissan announces "America's Best Truck Warranty"* on its 2017 Titan and Titan XD full-size pickups. Will it be a game-changer?

The Dodge Charger Daytona Returns with 2 Engine Options and Hellcat Goodies

By Patrick Rall on August 17, 2016 - 9:21AM

The Dodge Charger Daytona is back for the 2017 model year and while it might not have the massive rear spoiler like the 1969 Daytona built for NASCAR – the ’17 Charger Daytona does pack big performance for a relatively small price.

Soon, You'll Be Able To Tow With A Bentley Bentayga

By Will Maley on August 17, 2016 - 9:21AM

For the past 97 years, there has been one feature absent from Bentley's option list: A tow bar.

5 Reasons Why Subaru Can't Axe the Low-Volume BRZ

By Denis Flierl on August 17, 2016 - 8:10AM

Subaru launches the revamped 2017 Subaru BRZ in Australia. Why does Subaru keep the low-volume sports coupe around?

Class-Action Dieselgate Settlement Covers Golf TDI

Class-Action Settlement Secure, Feds Weigh Further Options In VW Dieselgate

By Marc Stern on August 17, 2016 - 12:17AM

Prosecutors, approaching a major milestone in the Dieselgate emissions scandal, have found criminal liability in the action. They are now weighing the type of sanctions that may be used.

As Volkswagen, feds discuss Dieselgate, the payout price for the automaker keeps rising.

Feds Weigh $1.2B Fine For VW In Dieselgate Criminal Probe As Class-Action Settlement Cruises

By Marc Stern on August 16, 2016 - 2:01PM

Volkswagen and Justice officials are discussing details of a settlement in the Dieselgate emissions scandal. Initial reports say it could exceed a record $1.2 billion.

The 2017 Dodge Challenger T/A Pays Homage to 1970

By Patrick Rall on August 16, 2016 - 2:00PM

The last time the Dodge Challenger T/A was available at your local dealership was back in 1970, but coming later this year as part of the 2017 model year, the new Challenger T/A draws its inspiration from the original while packing a whole lot more power with a choice of two different Hemi engines.

Toyota RAV4 Suspension Recall Update – Third Time’s a Charm?

By John Goreham on August 16, 2016 - 1:07PM

Toyota cannot seem to resolve this ongoing RAV4 suspension issue.

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