Automotive News (Page 658)

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.

The Cadillac Corvette Could Be the Brand's Non-Sedan Flagship

By Patrick Rall on August 29, 2016 - 2:07PM

In a lengthy comment posted on what is a now-debunked article about the future of Cadillac, the brand’s boss Johan de Nysschen stated that there is a non-sedan flagship coming and as I have speculated in the past – I believe that we could be getting a Corvette-bases supercar.

The 2007-2-12 Mazda CX-7 has an important safety recall.

Mazda CX-7 Recall For Loss of Steering Control

By John Goreham on August 29, 2016 - 1:27PM

The 2007-2-12 Mazda CX-7 has an important safety recall.

Do not turn off your 2016 Honda Civic engine while in motion

By Parks McCants on August 29, 2016 - 1:17PM

It’s one of those mind boggling questions that come up from, we assume, “new” drivers at times: Is there any benefit to turning of my 2016 Honda Civic engine while in motion?’

The New Dodge Challenger T/A 392 drops at the Perfect Time

By Patrick Rall on August 29, 2016 - 12:14PM

Leading up to the Woodward Dream Cruise, Dodge introduced the new 2017 Challenger T/A with either the 5.7L Hemi or the 392 Hemi and while some will complain that these new trimlines are not elaborate enough – I think that this new Challenger T/A is a perfect package for the current muscle car market.

2017 Subaru Outback, Subaru EyeSight, safety

How Subaru Commits to Keep You Safe on the Road [Video]

By Denis Flierl on August 29, 2016 - 10:50AM

Subaru has always been about safety and they continue to improve their safety system called EyeSight. How will it keep you safer?

2017 Subaru WRX STI, STI, Rally America Championship, Subaru

Higgins Secures 6th Championship in the Subaru WRX STI

By Denis Flierl on August 29, 2016 - 8:40AM

David Higgins and Craig Drew secure their sixth Rally America Championship. What happened to Pastrana?

2016 Subaru BRZ GT300, 2017 Subaru BRZ, SUPER GT

Subaru BRZ GT300 Gets First Win at Suzuka 1000km

By Denis Flierl on August 29, 2016 - 8:30AM

The 2016 Subaru BRZ GT300 gets its first win of the season. The team overcame a lot to get the victory.

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan, 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door

Subaru Gets Ready to Launch the 2017 Impreza

By Denis Flierl on August 28, 2016 - 8:39AM

The all-new 2017 Subaru Impreza launches soon. There’s a new Global Platform, a new assembly line and new features.

Amazon-Genesis, Hyundai linkages have helped to create Amazon Vehicles

Amazon-Genesis, Hyundai Links Power Online Sales Giant To New Auto Info Space

By Marc Stern on August 27, 2016 - 11:38AM

Amazon-Genesis and Hyundai linkages have enabled the online sales giant to move into a new automotive information space, Amazon Vehicles.

Rumored: Audi Ponders Whether or Not To Do An RS6 Allroad

By Will Maley on August 27, 2016 - 10:34AM

Has there been a moment in time where you find yourself wishing that you had a wagon that could take you to that special fishing spot and do some track time? That wish could be coming true.

Nissan LEAF, Henry Marr video, save the planet

How 6 Year-Old Henry Marr Is Saving the Planet [Video]

By Denis Flierl on August 27, 2016 - 8:07AM

It only takes one 6 year-old boy to help save the planet. What is Henry Marr doing about it?

2018 Subaru BRZ, Subaru BRZ tS, Subaru, Forester tS

Is Subaru Planning to Launch US-Spec 2018 BRZ tS?

By Denis Flierl on August 27, 2016 - 7:34AM

Is a US-spec 2018 Subaru BRZ tS coming to US shores? New trademark applications suggest it could.

The next VW CC is likely to be an extension of the CC STE that debuted at the 2015 Geneva Auto Show.

Auto Spies Spot 2018 Volkswagen CC Make Rounds At Nurburgring Test Ground

By Marc Stern on August 26, 2016 - 5:04PM

A group of auto spies recently reported a sighting of the 2018 Volkswagen CC. The CC is based on the MQB platform, used by Passat, and is helping to extend VW's plans for the expansion of the architecture.

Mercedes-Benz Introduces New Camper Vans That Will Convince Anyone They Want to Enjoy the Outdoors

By Will Maley on August 26, 2016 - 2:48PM

We'll be the first to admit we are jealous of the European auto marketplace for a number of reasons; wagons, hot hatches, Skoda vehicles! Now we have a new addition to this list, Mercedes-Benz Camper Vans.

Limited production 2017 Acura NSX goes on sale in Japan

By Parks McCants on August 26, 2016 - 2:13PM

Limited to 100 units for export to Japan, Acura NSX is now available for customer order in Japan, it’s pricy!

The 2017 Fiat 124 Spider Classica and Lusso - No Paddle Shifters?

Can You Guess What's Missing On This 2017 Fiat 124 Spider 6AT?

By John Goreham on August 26, 2016 - 11:29AM

The 2017 Fiat 124 Spider Classica and Lusso trims with automatic transmission are missing a key feature.

One of three models, the Hyundai Ioniq is the automaker's newest green offering.

Like Genesis, Hyundai Identifies New Ioniq Electric Vehicles As Brand-Setters

By Marc Stern on August 26, 2016 - 11:01AM

Hyundai trotted out its new Ioniq electric to show its features. Like the Genesis, the autoamaker has branded it a brand-setter. It is the first green vehicle to offer three configurations in one body style for the carmaker.

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

Subaru Announces a New Driver For the 2017 WRX STI GRC Supercar

By Denis Flierl on August 26, 2016 - 7:57AM

Lasek and Isachsen won’t be behind the wheel of the new 2017 Subaru WRX STI GRC supercar in Atlantic City. Remember Chris Atkinson?

Subaru Outback, Forester XT, 2016 Subaru WRX STI

2 Unusual Things Happened at SubaFest 2016

By Denis Flierl on August 26, 2016 - 7:32AM

Every year, SubaFest is the largest gathering of Subaru fans in Russia. What unusual things happened in Moscow?

Tom Bailey's 3500hp Camaro Wows the Roadkill Crowd

By Patrick Rall on August 25, 2016 - 4:58PM

While this past weekend’s Roadkill Nights by Dodge focused on the title brand, one of the nastiest Chevrolet Camaro drag cars in the world was on hand to show off the capabilities of a 3,500hp twin turbo Chevy - drawing as much attention from the crowd as any car in the racing field.

Toyota Kills Off Scion tC - Last of the Celicas Is No More

By John Goreham on August 25, 2016 - 4:47PM

Toyota has no room for the Scion tC despite its long history.

Scion iA Sedan Becomes the 2017 Toyota Yaris iA – Details

By John Goreham on August 25, 2016 - 3:16PM

Scion is gone now, and the iA sedan has become the Toyota Yaris iA model.

All It Takes Is A Brake Light Switch To Trigger A Hyundai Elantra Recall

By Marc Stern on August 25, 2016 - 3:04PM

Hyundai, Korea's largest automaker, has recalled 65,400 2013 Elantras to repair a problem with the brake light switch. The problem can leave the switch on all the time illuminating the brake lights all the time.

GeigerCars Adds Gobs of Power to the Dodge Viper ACR

By Patrick Rall on August 25, 2016 - 2:38PM

The new Dodge Viper ACR has set over a dozen track records around the world with its 645hp V10, but for those European Viper owners who want to set track records more efficiently, the German tuning experts at GeigerCars has a new package that increases the output of the wicked American supercar by 120 horsepower.

Ford F150 Fans Still Want a Lightning

By Patrick Rall on August 25, 2016 - 2:07PM

Online discussions on enthusiast forums and social networks make it clear that Ford F150 fans still want a “Lightning” high performance on-road pickup, regardless of how good the 2017 Raptor F150 might be on the road and off – mainly because these folks want a short cab, short bed truck that lacks the added weight of four wheel drive.

The 2017 Corolla line expands to include the Scion iM

2017 Model Year Toyota Corolla Prices and Changes

By John Goreham on August 25, 2016 - 10:01AM

The 2017 Corolla line expands to include the Scion iM. 2017 Prices here.

Bentley Bentayga vs. Range Rover SVAutobiography

Can the Bentley Bentayga Topple the Range Rover? (Video)

By Will Maley on August 25, 2016 - 9:45AM

Ever since Bentley announced the Bentayga, there was the question of whether or not it could challenge the king of luxury SUVs, the Range Rover.

Toyota Camry Hybrid SE has power and torque to spare.

2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid SE – Abundant Power and 5 Cents Per Mile

By John Goreham on August 25, 2016 - 9:16AM

Unlike older hybrids, the Camry Hybrid SE has power and torque to spare.

2017 Subaru WRX STI, STI, STPR, Travis Pastrana

Watch Pastrana Roll His WRX STI at STPR in 360

By Denis Flierl on August 25, 2016 - 7:45AM

Watch Travis Pastrana roll his 2016 Subaru WRX STI at STPR in 360

The Camaro Corral Brings 50 Years of History to Woodward

By Patrick Rall on August 24, 2016 - 3:50PM

The Camaro Corral brought 50 years of muscle car history to the 2016 Woodward Dream Cruise, with over a hundred privately owned Chevrolet Camaros and some free swag for both participants and visitors of the Pleasant Ridge display.

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