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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 Honda Ridgeline Pickup released to dealers June 21, 2016

By Parks McCants on June 20, 2016 - 4:03PM

Wouldn’t that be a great way to start the summer.

Experimental All Electric Torque Vectoring 2017 Acura NSX in Photos

By Parks McCants on June 20, 2016 - 3:26PM

A truly visually stunning all electric 4-wheel-drive torque vectoring 2017 Acura NSX carries forward Honda’s vision for the future in automotive technology; 100% electric, zero emissions, badass!

Tesla , allow me to sell my Model 3 place in line if I buy a Model S

By Armen Hareyan on June 20, 2016 - 3:03PM

I saw this discussion in Tesla's Forum where one member wanted Tesla to allow him to sell his Model 3 pre-order place in line if he buys a Model 3. Here is why it's a win win for both: Tesla and Model 3 reservation holder, but is it ethical?

I Think Tesla Model 3 Design Resembles These Gas-Powered Cars

By Armen Hareyan on June 20, 2016 - 2:11PM

Let's say you are talking to a person who has never seen Tesla Model 3 and he asks you how Model 3 design. What would you respond? Tesla enthusiasts think Model 3 resembles these ICE cars.

Ford GT Dominates LeMans, Corvette Racing Struggles

By Patrick Rall on June 20, 2016 - 1:49PM

50 years after the 1966 Ford GT40 race cars finished 1-2-3 in the 24 Hours of LeMans, the new Ford GT race car took the class win, along with the 3rd and 4th place spots in the GTE Pro group – while the Balance of Performance adjustments continued to keep the Corvette Racing crew fighting through the middle of the pack.

Tesla Pickup Truck Concept: Pros and Cons

By Armen Hareyan on June 20, 2016 - 12:36PM

Carslane has published a story discussing the possibility of electric Tesla pickup truck and speculating that the concept will be unveiled later this year and the truck will be available in 2017. I think Tesla may eventually come up with a pickup truck for reasons discussed in this article, but with the huge backlog of Model 3 I am unsure if Tesla may introduce a pickup truck in 2017.

2017 Dodge Challenger Could Get New Colors, Another Trimline

By Patrick Rall on June 20, 2016 - 11:00AM

There hasn’t been any official information offered up for the 2017 Dodge Challenger just yet, but insider information from the folks at Hellcat.org suggests that this new model year will be getting a handful of new colors, a new infotainment interface and a new “special edition” trimline.

How To Tow Train Cars By Land Rover

By Will Maley on June 20, 2016 - 10:12AM

How do you demonstrate the towing capabilities of a vehicle to the extreme? If you are Land Rover, you use train cars.

2016 BMW Sports Wagon, 2016 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo

3 Reasons Why BMW Could Axe the 3 Series Wagon

By Denis Flierl on June 20, 2016 - 8:49AM

Will BMW give the axe to the 2016 3 Series wagon in the U.S.? Reports say yes.

2016 Subaru Levorg, Silverline Subaru BMR Racing, BTCC

Subaru Scores First One-Two BTCC Victory

By Denis Flierl on June 20, 2016 - 7:55AM

Subaru is getting their new Levorg sports tourer BTCC race cars dialed in. They scored their first 1-2 finish.

Rumored: Volkswagen Looks Into Cutting A Fair Chunk of Their Worldwide Lineup

By Will Maley on June 19, 2016 - 4:41PM

Time for a pop quiz! How many models does the Volkswagen Group produce worldwide? This includes the all of the brands from Volkswagen to Bugatti. 90? 125? 175? Try 340 models.

How 2016 Subaru WRX STI AWD Proves Its Worth

By Denis Flierl on June 19, 2016 - 8:00AM

The AWD system of the 2016 Subaru WRX STI driven by Molly Taylor proved its worth. What happened in Australia?

2017 Nissan GT-R, 2017 Nissan GT-R NISMO

Nissan Brings 2017 GT-R and Other Surprises to Goodwood

By Denis Flierl on June 19, 2016 - 7:02AM

The new 2017 Nissan GT-R and it’s stablemate GT-R NISMO will be at Goodwood Festival of Speed. What other surprises?

Why Tesla Model 3 Reservation Holders Prefer To Wait and Not Take Model S 60 Offer

By Armen Hareyan on June 18, 2016 - 4:59PM

Tesla's recent Model S 60 reintroduction is considered as a counter-offer to Model 3 reservation holders to take advantage of larger-sized and compared to Model S 70 a cheaper priced Model S 60 to clear the backlog. But as I read in online forums Tesla Model 3 reservation holders prefer waiting for their Model 3 vs taking advantage of the Model S 60 and here is why.

Rumored: Bentley EXP 10 Speed 6 To Get A New Name

By Will Maley on June 18, 2016 - 2:43PM

An official decision as to whether or not the Bentley EXP 10 Speed 6 will go into production is still being worked on. But there is now talk as to the possible name for the production model.

Dodge Charger Enthusiast Redesigns Her Charger Putting a White Tiger on The Hood

By Armen Hareyan on June 18, 2016 - 1:00PM

My friend Julie Parshall redesigned her Dodge Charger and wanted to share this story with TorqueNews readers. What do you think of her Charger's new look? Here is Julie in her own words.

2017 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Outback, 2017 Subaru Legacy, 2016 Subaru Legacy

Why You Should Wait Until 2017 to Buy a New Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl on June 18, 2016 - 9:58AM

Up until now, Subaru has had the lowest incentives in the industry. What is changing that will benefit consumers?

New Use for Tesla Model S Summon When Cleaning Your Car

By Armen Hareyan on June 18, 2016 - 9:45AM

While Tesla is continuing to improve its self-driving technology, people are finding amazing ways on how to use Summon feature on their Tesla Model S cars. Here is one very handy and useful way to use the Summon feature on your Tesla when you clean your electric car.

Mercedes Combines Hydrogen and Plug-In Technologies

By Will Maley on June 18, 2016 - 9:08AM

You got plug-in hybrid in my hydrogen vehicle! You got hydrogen in my plug-in hybrid vehicle! No, it isn't a Resses cup commercial from the future, but the best way to describe Mercedes' latest hydrogen vehicle.

BMW 3 Series, next-generation BMW 3 Series, 2018 BMW 3 Series

2 Ways You Will Benefit From Mexico-Built Next-Gen BMW 3 Series

By Denis Flierl on June 18, 2016 - 8:21AM

BMW has confirmed the next-gen BMW 3 Series will be built in Mexico. What will this mean for consumers?

Jeep Renegade Gets the Harley Davidson Treatment

By Patrick Rall on June 17, 2016 - 4:20PM

The Jeep Renegade Hell’s Revenge Edition is a unique custom vehicle created for a huge European Harley Davidson event, complete with Harley logos and a flamed out paint job that helps the little SUV fit in better with the motorcycle crowd.

Ford Best / Corvette Worst in GTE Pro in LeMans Qualifying, Adjustments Required

By Patrick Rall on June 17, 2016 - 12:41PM

The qualifying rounds for the 2016 24 Hours of LeMans race have finished up and the new Ford GT cars have captured the 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th spots in the GTE Pro class while the Corvette Racing teams have been forced to settle for last and 2nd to last in the class – but new Balance of Performance adjustments have been issued to several teams ahead of the race.

2016 Subaru WRX STI, Isle of Man TT Challenge

Subaru Releases New IOM TT Record Teaser [Video]

By Denis Flierl on June 17, 2016 - 10:33AM

Subaru releases a new Isle of Man TT Course record run in the 2016 WRX STI. Check out the 1 minute sneak peak video.

Volkswagen Press Conference in October 2015

Volkswagen's New Plan Brings Radical Changes

By Will Maley on June 17, 2016 - 9:12AM

Electric vehicles, autonomous technologies, and ride-sharing. These were some of the things Volkswagen hopes will remove the dark cloud of the diesel scandal and give them some sort of redemption.

2016 Subaru WRX STI, New England Forest Rally

2 Ways Lasek Stops Higgins From Celebrating 6th Driver’s Championship

By Denis Flierl on June 17, 2016 - 8:51AM

Bucky Lasek will drive the new 2016 Subaru WRX STI at Forest Rally. Will he have any chance to beat Higgins?

2 Things Tesla Can Do for Model 3 Reservation Holders To Clear Backlog

By Armen Hareyan on June 17, 2016 - 8:34AM

The first production of Tela Model 3 will start sometimes in 2017 creating a huge preorders backlog for Tesla, but there are at least two things the company can do for current Model 3 reservation holders using it's Model S and Model X capacity.

10 Qualities of the Subaru WRX and Crosstrek That Will Keep You Grinning

By Denis Flierl on June 17, 2016 - 8:15AM

The 2016 Subaru WRX and 2016 Crosstrek are tops in quality. What 10 qualities will keep you grinning?

2016 Lexus RX 350 V6 Fuel Economy Tops Competitors’ 4-Cylinder Turbos

By John Goreham on June 17, 2016 - 7:51AM

Are small turbocharged engines all they are cracked up to be or is it just a myth?

2017 Volvo S90 T6 Inscription most drive-dynamic sedan in maker’s history

By Parks McCants on June 16, 2016 - 8:22PM

Volvo elevates 4 cylinder gasoline turbo power into the luxury confines of the largest and most drive-dynamic sedan in the maker's history. 2017 Volvo S90 T6 is a bit of a mind blower!

When We Can Expect Tesla Model 3 in Stores and Showrooms

By Armen Hareyan on June 16, 2016 - 5:24PM

Tesla has about 400,000 Model S preorders and it has not even started manufacturing them, but here is when you can expect to see Model 3s in showrooms and stores.

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