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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.

How Pagenaud's Indy Series win in a Chevy caps Penske's 50th year in racing

By Mary Conway on September 19, 2016 - 2:25PM

Simon Pagenaud won the Indycar Series championship on Sunday, but the real winner is Roger Penske who is celebrating his 50th year as an owner in racing. This is Pagenaud’s first Indycar championship but this is the 14th time Team Penske has claimed the title.

Mazda Miata beats Tesla Model S on racetrack - again.

Mazda Miata Cup Car vs. Tesla Model S on track - Which is quicker?

By John Goreham on September 19, 2016 - 2:04PM

Car and Driver tested both the Mazda Miata Cup Car and the Tesla Model S. Which is more at home on a racetrack?

2017 Dodge Challenger, Charger Hellcat Production to Begin Next Month

By Patrick Rall on September 19, 2016 - 12:11PM

The 2017 Dodge Challenger and 2017 Dodge Charger in SRT Hellcat trim will get the longest list of new features among all of the muscle car configurations, and for those prospective buyers holding off for the 2017 model year, you can expect to see your car sometime during the 4th quarter – with production of the 2017 model year Challenger and Charger slated to begin next month.

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door

10 Ways Compact Car Buyers Will Benefit from 2017 Subaru Impreza’s 95% Makeover

By Denis Flierl on September 19, 2016 - 11:05AM

The all-new 2017 Subaru Impreza needed a total makeover. What does it mean for consumers?

Dieselgate Claims Yet Another Executive; Audi’s Top Engineer

By Marc Stern on September 19, 2016 - 10:30AM

Dieselgate keeps on expanding. Fully a year into the diesel emissions scandal, Volkswagen plans to suspend Audi's top engineer. Published reports indicate two reasons for the suspension.

Will Toyota Tacoma Being Made in Mexico Matter?

Will 2017 Toyota Tacoma Being Mexican-made Matter to Buyers

By John Goreham on September 19, 2016 - 9:35AM

Toyota is increasing the percentage of Tacomas it makes in Mexico, rather than in the U.S. Will this matter to fans?

Rumored: Entry-Level Audi R8 To Be A V6

By Will Maley on September 19, 2016 - 9:11AM

The previous-generation Audi R8 offered the buyer a choice between a V8 and V10. The current model only offers a V10 in two states of tune. But there is talk of a new engine option coming to Audi's sportscar, minus four-cylinders.

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

How a Poor GRC Start Puts Subaru WRX STI At the Back of the Pack

By Denis Flierl on September 19, 2016 - 8:28AM

The Subaru WRX STI Global Rallycross cars both made the Final in Seattle. How did the team finish?

2017 Acura NSX GT homologation ends TLX GT Pirelli World Challenge campaign

By Parks McCants on September 18, 2016 - 10:11PM

With P.D. Cunningham retiring his TLX GT seat in mid season, and devoting his time to Acura NSX GT3 Car track development, the handwriting was on the wall. This weekend Acura dropped the hammer on TLX GT.

Tesla and MobilEye Get Divorced

By Allan Honeyman on September 18, 2016 - 9:24PM

Tesla and MobilEye have been close partners since the beginning of the push semi-autonomous cars and forward in the future of full autonomy. Their different visions about how to proceed finally came to a head and resulted in a separation of the ways.

Why the contract talks between GM and the Canadian union have American workers on edge

By Mary Conway on September 18, 2016 - 6:01PM

It’s crunch time for General Motors and the Canadian auto workers’ union, Unifor. The contract runs out at midnight, September 19, 2016. Unifor has arranged for media rooms and briefing times for Monday, as the two sides try to hammer out an agreement before the strike deadline.

Did EV Plan Release Dull Dieselgate Reaction?

Did Concept EV Timing Dull Response To VW’s Dieselgate Anniversary?

By Marc Stern on September 18, 2016 - 2:20PM

Whether it was timing or coincidence, the release of VW's plans for a major generation of 30 electric vehicles, to be launched by 2025, may have dulled any response that the anniversary of Dieselgate may have created.

How a spike in Denver F-150 thefts could be a sign of a national trend

By Mary Conway on September 17, 2016 - 6:19PM

Denver police issued a warning this week to all pickup truck owners that thefts of trucks have spiked dramatically. In particular, F-150s, F-250s and F-350s have been the targets of thieves.

As If Diesegate Wasn’t Enough, Now Some VWs Are Exploding

By Marc Stern on September 17, 2016 - 4:17PM

It's not exactly what anyone would order, but it's here nonetheless, a new VW issue. At least this time, though, it's not a major scandal -- it's just exploding vehicles.

Food For Thought: Hackers Could Take Down 911 System Leaving Motorists Helpless

By Marc Stern on September 16, 2016 - 9:41PM

A study by three researchers from a major university paints a grim picture of the state of emergency 911 networks. Using hacked phones and malware, the research team estimates a denial of service campaign could disable a network the size of the one in North Carolina.

This is the SRT Dodge Durango We All Want

By Patrick Rall on September 16, 2016 - 5:31PM

The Dodge Durango SRT shown above is a rendering posted by an artist on Allpar.com, but in speaking with a handful of FCA insiders, it is my understanding that the newest Dodge SUV will look a great deal like this – and it is going to be the high performance Durango that Mopar fans have been demanding for years.

Ford F150 with a Range Rover Diesel Could Best Ram in Power, MPGs

By Patrick Rall on September 16, 2016 - 1:43PM

It has been common knowledge for some time now that the Ford F150 will soon have a diesel engine option and while the Motor Company has offered up any official information, spy shots show what appears to be a Range Rover diesel under the hood of an F150 test truck – seemingly confirming the rumors that the F150 would pack Range Rover power.

Chevrolet Volt Sparks New Personal Excitement of Safety

By Zachary Benedict on September 16, 2016 - 12:55PM

From the crash results to the headlights, the Chevrolet Volt is enjoying time in the spotlight because of its exceptional report from the IIHS.

Hyundai Finally Addresses Its Transmission Problem in Tucson SUVs

By Allan Honeyman on September 16, 2016 - 12:33PM

Recent developments with Hyundai Transmission issue show that Hyundai is faced with a problem and a huge opportunity.

Ryan Eversley, Acura RealTime TLX GT to assault PWC Sonoma

By Parks McCants on September 16, 2016 - 12:30PM

For me, this weekend is a bit of an anniversary. I sat down for a short interview with RealTime Racing’s P.D. Cunningham 3 seasons ago this weekend, for the beginning of a wild ride that’s witnessed the unprecedented accent of Pirelli World Challenge and Acura racing.

A Smile May Ease Autonomous Driving Acceptance [Video]

By Parks McCants on September 16, 2016 - 10:57AM

With self driving cars roaming the streets of Cupertino, Pittsburg and Gothenburg, it’s quickly coming to light that pedestrians are less than comfortable with the inevitable, as Autonomous Cars go mainstream. The solution may be as simple as a smile.

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, Final Edition, eBay auction

Mitsubishi Lancer EVO Final Edition US#1600 Sells For Big $$ on eBay

By Denis Flierl on September 16, 2016 - 10:55AM

Mitsubishi auctioned off the last Lancer Evolution Final Edition, the US#1600 car. What did it sell for?

Tesla Autonomy and Math: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Enjoy the Reaction

By Allan Honeyman on September 16, 2016 - 10:54AM

Yes, Netizens, I made a ten mile range mistake in my math in my article on the Chevy Bolt vs. the Tesla model 3, something I assure you Elon would have never done. This is what happens when you really, really want to get the column done and delivered late at night when your math skills tend to decline as the hours on the clock go up. I will state for the record, mea culpa, mea maxima culpa! The reaction has been amazing and amusing.

Hyundai Tucsons recalled for software issue

Does Hyundai Tucson Tranny Recall Show Key Software Needs More Testing?

By Marc Stern on September 15, 2016 - 10:53PM

Is the car business rushing its software too quickly to market? That's the opinion of some in the car business who think that things are happening so quickly that software glitches will get through that shouldn't be there.

How Toyota Tacoma ups the ante against Chevy Colorado

By Mary Conway on September 15, 2016 - 10:48PM

Facing growing competition from other midsize trucks, Toyota is boosting production of its popular Tacomas. Currently, the Tacoma controls the midsize market selling 180,000 of the smaller pickups annually and it is investing in a Mexico plant to increase production by at least 60,000 vehicles per year.

The Mid-Engine Corvette Could be Automatic Only

By Patrick Rall on September 15, 2016 - 4:06PM

General Motors still hasn’t acknowledged that there is a mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette on the way, but according to the crew at Car & Driver, the upcoming super-Vette will only come with one variety of transmission – and it doesn’t include a clutch pedal.

2017 Volvo V90 Cross Country Is A Go Anywhere Wagon

By Will Maley on September 15, 2016 - 2:59PM

Almost 20 years ago, Volvo took a page out of Subaru's playbook: Take a wagon, raise the ride height, make changes to chassis and suspension, add all-wheel drive, and give it a name that tells everyone this isn't your ordinary wagon. The name chosen was Cross Country.

One More Dodge Special Edition Muscle Car Coming This Fall

By Patrick Rall on September 15, 2016 - 2:33PM

The excitement over the 2017 Dodge Challenger T/A and the 2017 Dodge Charger Daytona caused everyone to look over the fact that FCA has promised one more special edition muscle car this fall – but what will it be?

2017 Honda Accord Hybrid presents 'no transmission' drive technology

By Parks McCants on September 15, 2016 - 1:16PM

“Direct Drive” takes on a new meaning when it comes to the drive and ride experience that is arguably the most refined Accord in the maker’s history. Look mom, no transmission!

Exclusive: First Tesla Model S Safety Test Underway At IIHS

By John Goreham on September 15, 2016 - 12:52PM

The Tesla Model S is now undergoing the strictest safety testing in the U.S.

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