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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 Nissan Ensures Performance Quality For Consumers

By Denis Flierl on May 30, 2016 - 7:55AM

The 2017 Nissan GT-R has been announced. How does Nissan ensure the highest performance quality in all their cars?

2017 Subaru BRZ, 2017 Subaru WRX STI S207

STI Bringing Surprise BRZ and WRX STI S207 to Wicked Big Meet

By Denis Flierl on May 30, 2016 - 7:37AM

Subaru and STI are bringing a surprise 2017 BRZ to Wicked Big Meet. What is STI up to?

2016 Subaru WRX STI, Nurburgring 24-hour

Subaru WRX STI Avoids Disaster Wins Nurburgring 24-Hr [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 29, 2016 - 9:34AM

The 2016 Subaru WRX STI wins the Nurburgring 24-hour race. It’s two-in a row. What disaster did the team avoid?

Reinvented Honda Pilot voted New England Winter Vehicle of the Year

By Parks McCants on May 28, 2016 - 6:48PM

That’s a big deal in a region where Winter temperatures fall well below zero, and road conditions rival those of the Arctic.

Built in Japan 2017 Honda Fit 15% Mexican

By Parks McCants on May 28, 2016 - 5:48PM

Interestingly enough, a close study of the 2017 Honda Fit Dealership Monroney disclosure revealed an interesting factoid or two.

Storm Suspends Nurburgring 24-HR Subaru WRX STI Running Second

By Denis Flierl on May 28, 2016 - 1:35PM

After just 50 minutes, the red flag came out the 2016 Nurburgring 24-hour race is suspended.

2017 Maserati Levante at New York Auto Show

The 2017 Maserati Levante Order Guide Surfaces

By Will Maley on May 28, 2016 - 10:56AM

Next month will see a new entrant into the luxury SUV marketplace, the 2017 Maserati Levante. We know there will be two trims on offer, and each trim will have their own engine configuration. But thanks to a member on a Maserati forum, we have some more details.

Pre-2013 Dodge Challenger and Charger Added to Takata Airbag Recall

By Patrick Rall on May 27, 2016 - 3:22PM

The Chrysler Group has once again expanded the list of vehicles recalled for the Takata inflator failures, with every pre-2013 Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger that has been registered in select areas with high humidity – with the total scope of this new recall announcement adding almost 1 million cars, trucks, SUVs and van to the already massive recall.

How Nissan Improves 2017 GT-R NISMO’s Cornering Performance

By Denis Flierl on May 27, 2016 - 10:49AM

The 2017 Nissan GT-R NISMO made its global debut at the Nurburgring. What new performance upgrades are coming?

26k Maserati Ghibli and Quattroporte Sedans Get Recalled For Suspension Problem

By Will Maley on May 27, 2016 - 9:21AM

If you happen to be the owner of a 2014 to 2016 Maserati Ghibli or Quattroporte, you'll want to be paying close attention to this news.

Subaru Announces 2017 Outback and Legacy Pricing with 2 New Safety Features

By Denis Flierl on May 27, 2016 - 8:38AM

The 2017 Subaru Outback and Legacy get price increases. How much do the upgrades cost?

Subaru Announces 7 New Upgrades For 2017 BRZ

By Denis Flierl on May 27, 2016 - 7:12AM

The 2017 Subaru BRZ is getting new performance upgrades. How much added power will it get?

Chicago Firefighter Wins a 2016 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack

By Patrick Rall on May 26, 2016 - 5:09PM

The Chrysler Group has just announced the winner of their FCA US LLC 2015 National Sweepstakes and of the 1.2 million entries received, firefighter Kevin Arias of Oswego, Illinois won the prize and took home a 2016 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack.

Kia Quietly Teases A New Soul Model

By Will Maley on May 26, 2016 - 3:07PM

Sometimes, an automaker will pull a fast one when announcing new model or variant. Whether it be flashing an image during a commercial or dropping bread crumbs in a press release.

The Hennessey HPE1000 Corvette Z06 Screams on the Dyno

By Patrick Rall on May 26, 2016 - 2:55PM

The folks at Hennessey have rolled out a video of their HPE1000 package for the C7 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and while the output of more than 1,000 horsepower is impressive – the most exciting part of this video just might be the sound.

Ford Mustang, Focus and Fiesta Get 50th Anniversary LeMans Edition in France

By Patrick Rall on May 26, 2016 - 1:19PM

Ford Motor Company is celebrating its dominating win of the 1966 24 Hours of LeMans race with a limited run of specially decorated performance cars including the Mustang, the Focus ST, the Focus RS and the Fiesta ST – but these unique high performance Ford products will be offered in France, only.

Audi S8 Plus and Porsche Panamera Turbo Duke It Out

By Will Maley on May 26, 2016 - 10:54AM

In the land of performance flagship sedans, the Volkswagen group has two models to fill this niche.

'Significant Progress' is Being Made on A Deal Over Volkswagen's Emission Cheating

By Will Maley on May 26, 2016 - 9:02AM

It has been a quiet time with no news coming out about the Volkswagen diesel emission cheating scandal.

Is New 2017 Nissan GT-R Too Civilized? [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 26, 2016 - 8:43AM

The new 2017 Nissan GT-R is more comfortable than ever. Is the new GT-R becoming too civilized?

2016 Subaru WRX STI Time Attack, Isle of Man TT

2016 Subaru WRX STI Time Attack [New Pictures]

By Denis Flierl on May 26, 2016 - 7:14AM

The new 2016 Subaru WRX STI Time Attack car is getting ready. Check out the new pictures.

2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Most Fuel Efficient SUV Ever - Consumer Reports

By John Goreham on May 25, 2016 - 5:13PM

The 2016 RAV4 Hybrid tops the prior two SUV MPG champs, both of which are siblings of the RAV4 Hybrid.

2016 Civic's interior rates as high as BMW 7 Series

By Parks McCants on May 25, 2016 - 3:13PM

While that may be a bit of a stretch. In Wards Auto's latest car interior rating, 2016 Honda Civic sits in the top 10.

Future Dodge Challenger and Charger Production Could Stay in Canada

By Patrick Rall on May 25, 2016 - 2:55PM

There has been speculation as to whether the next generation Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger would continue to be built in Canada, comments from Sergio Marchionne suggest that the two Mopar muscle cars will continue to be built in Brampton when they transition to the next generation – even if they are on a platform shared with Alfa Romeo.

271K Ford F150 EcoBoost Pickups Recalled for Leaky Braking Systems

By Patrick Rall on May 25, 2016 - 2:30PM

Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for select 2013-2014 Ford F150 pickups equipped with the premium 3.5L EcoBoost V6 over a concern that the master cylinder could be leaking – leading to a possible loss of braking forces and an increased risk of an accident.

Hyundai Announces i30 N Development Car Will Tackle Nürburgring 24 Hours

By Will Maley on May 25, 2016 - 2:29PM

If you want to perform some of the most intensive tests on a vehicle, enter it in an endurance race. That is what Hyundai is planning to do this weekend. Scroll for video.

2016 Toyota Prius Tops Every Diesel Ever and Honda Insight - Consumer Reports

By John Goreham on May 25, 2016 - 2:21PM

In its recent test, Consumer Reports says the Prius is the most fuel-efficient vehicle without a plug.

2016 Acura TLX GT: RealTime's P.D. Cunningham takes one for the team

By Parks McCants on May 25, 2016 - 1:58PM

Following Ryan’s high speed wall kiss in Ontario, Canada last Sunday, the #43 Acura TLX-GT car is out of commission. RealTime Racing’s Peter ( P.D.) Cunningham has a plan.

Watch the New Camaro ZL1 Blast Around the Nurburgring

By Patrick Rall on May 25, 2016 - 11:54AM

Fresh video footage has hit the internet showing a pair of 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 coupes storming around the Nürburgring looking great, sounding great and – most importantly – staying off of the walls.

Lamborghini Miura on the Great St. Bernard Pass

Celebrating the 50th Birthday of the Miura 'Italian Job' Style

By Will Maley on May 25, 2016 - 8:59AM

2016 marks the 50th birthday of Lamborghini's first sports car, the Miura. How do you celebrate this momentous occasion? You take them on the section of Italian highway where the Miura became a movie star.

Toyota Lexus Announce Huge New Takata Airbag Recall Expansion

By John Goreham on May 25, 2016 - 8:54AM

This new recall involves over 1.5 million Toyotas and Lexus Vehicles.

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