Automotive News (Page 671)

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.

2 Reasons Why Nissan Murano is Named "Activity Vehicle of Texas"

By Denis Flierl on May 22, 2016 - 7:08AM

The 2016 Nissan Murano beats some stiff competition in Texas. What 2 things pushed it to the front of the pack?

Honda looks to 10th Gen Civic to increase sales ‘Down Under’

By Parks McCants on May 20, 2016 - 6:25PM

As an international manufacturer and exporter of cars , light trucks and motorcycles, how is Honda Motor Company doing in Australia?

Indianapolis 500 practice day #3: Honda and Andretti Autosport continue to dominate

By Parks McCants on May 20, 2016 - 1:12PM

It’s looking good for Honda power at the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 as Andretti Autosport dials it in!

2016 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4 SEL vs. Toyota Highlander LE Plus - 3 Rows For Under $35K

By John Goreham on May 20, 2016 - 12:51PM

We compare the Mitsubishi Outlander SEL and Toyota Highlander LE Plus, 3-row crossovers for those on a budget.

Audi Powers Up A6 and A7 For 2017

By Will Maley on May 20, 2016 - 9:56AM

Around the summertime, we begin hearing about changes automakers are planning for the upcoming model year. Usually, it means some changes in terms of features or pricing. But once in awhile, a surprise comes up that makes a car better.

Why I am proud to be a Tesla Owner

By Jason Cobb on May 20, 2016 - 9:38AM

Tesla announces "we will never be a company that by our action does, or by our inaction allows, the wrong thing to happen just to save money."

Review: 10 Things You’ll Want to Know Before You Buy the BMW M2

By Denis Flierl on May 20, 2016 - 8:21AM

You’ve read plenty about how the new BMW M2 Coupe is a monster on the track and it’s true. Should you consider the M2 for a daily driver?

2017 Subaru Forester Gets Small Price Bump With More Sizzle

By Denis Flierl on May 20, 2016 - 7:32AM

Subaru announces pricing on the 2017 Forester. How much do all the new upgrades increase the price?

1991 Nissan Figaro, Nissan, Highway Earth

Ugliest Nissan Ever Wins Photo Shoot Magazine Cover

By Denis Flierl on May 20, 2016 - 7:04AM

Have you ever wanted a rare 1991 Nissan Figaro? We didn’t think so.

BMW’s i3 CARB-compliant Range Extender Lands It In Legal Trouble

By John Goreham on May 19, 2016 - 6:08PM

The gasoline generator in the BMW electric car has always had its detractors. Now it is the subject of a lawsuit.

Carbon Fiber Wheels Coming to the Corvette, Camaro and Cadillac V-Series

By Patrick Rall on May 19, 2016 - 5:05PM

The new Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang shocked the world when it became the most affordable production road car to receive carbon fiber wheels, but based on a report from Autoblog – some of General Motors’ best and brightest performance cars will soon have similar lightweight rollers.

Dealers State Hellcat Challenger, Charger are Nearing Their End

By Patrick Rall on May 19, 2016 - 1:10PM

According to a few dealership employees around the country, the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat are within their final year of production – but I don’t believe for one second that this is anything more than unscrupulous car salespeople trying to bolster sales.

The San Antonio Plant is closed and Toyota Tacoma Production Halted.

2016 Toyota Tacoma Pickup Truck Production Shut Down For What Reason?

By John Goreham on May 19, 2016 - 11:01AM

The San Antonio Plant is closed and Toyota Tacoma Production Halted.

Tesla Raising $1.7 billion will it be enough?

By Jason Cobb on May 19, 2016 - 9:33AM

Another piece of the Tesla model 3 puzzle is fitting into place. Tesla filed a Prospectus to offer 9,577,901 shares of common stock that should bring in on the top end $1.7 billion to fund the Model 3 rollout.

Rumored: The Roadmap of Genesis

By Will Maley on May 19, 2016 - 9:18AM

Genesis has said by 2020 they would have a lineup of six vehicles. This includes the G70 compact sedan, G80 midsize sedan, G90 flagship sedan, two SUVs, and a replacement for Genesis coupe. We now have a possible idea of when these vehicles will be debuting.

Is Nissan Launching a New Sentra NISMO This Summer?

By Denis Flierl on May 19, 2016 - 7:43AM

The Nissan Sentra NISMO Concept was introduced at the 2013 LA Auto Show. Will it launch this summer?

2015 Subaru Outback, 2015 Subaru Legacy, Outback Legacy recall

Subaru Outback and Legacy Hit With Another Recall

By Denis Flierl on May 19, 2016 - 7:30AM

Subaru Outback and Legacy models are hit with another call this week. What’s the new issue?

Watch the Dodge Hellcat Challenger and Charger Attack the 1/2-Mile and Mile

By Patrick Rall on May 18, 2016 - 5:16PM

The Hellcat Challenger and Hellcat Charger have asserted themselves as the quickest of the stock American cars when it comes to the quarter mile drag strip, but these high performance monsters are also head-turners when the track is even longer.

Volvo Shows the Future of Its Small Cars

By Will Maley on May 18, 2016 - 3:04PM

Volvo has been focusing on the higher end with their revitalization plan with the introduction of the XC90 and S90. But today in Sweden, Volvo turned their focus to small cars.

Why KBB Picks 2016 Toyota Prius Over EVs as Favorite

Why KBB Picks 2016 Toyota Prius Over Tesla Model S as Favorite Fuel Sipper

By John Goreham on May 18, 2016 - 2:15PM

Like most shoppers, the green vehicle experts at KBB chose a 2016 Toyota Prius hybrid over an EV. We break down the runner-up list to help make sense of this.

2017 F250 Pricing Jumps by $150 to $5000+ Depending on the Trimline

By Patrick Rall on May 18, 2016 - 2:06PM

Ford Motor Company hasn’t outlined the pricing for the new 2017 Ford F250 with the aluminum body, but the folks at Car & Driver have the vast majority of the numbers – outlining a series of price increases that range from $150 on the base model to more than $5,000 on the top of the line models.

John Force Finally Gets a Proper 2016 Camaro Funny Car

By Patrick Rall on May 18, 2016 - 1:25PM

While John Force and his teammates began running a Chevrolet Camaro funny car for the 2015 season, the new 2016 Chevrolet Camaro funny car will make its grand on-track debut this weekend at the NHRA Kansas Nationals in Topeka, Kansas – when the living legend hits the track in the new race car shown above.

Tesla prevents accidents with new Auto Summon upate

By Jason Cobb on May 18, 2016 - 9:50AM

Tesla releases a new software version for drivers to confirm the direction of the Auto Summon feature in an effort to prevent accidents.

Volkswagen Corrado Magnum Sport Kombi Prototype

For Sale: Two Volkswagen Corrado Prototypes

By Will Maley on May 18, 2016 - 8:52AM

It is a rare occurrence whenever a prototype is available for sale. Usually, they are crushed or put into an automaker's collection. Imagine how rare it must be for two prototypes to go up for sale.

New 2017 BMW M240i Packs 335hp

By Denis Flierl on May 18, 2016 - 8:50AM

The new 2017 M240i Coupe gets a new-gen 335hp TwinPower Turbo engine. How quick is it?

2016 Subaru Forester, 2016 Toyota RAV4, 2016 Mazda CX-5

Nissan Accused of Emissions Cheating

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

Nissan has been accused of emissions tampering. Will it derail their plans to bring a new compact crossover SUV to the US?

2017 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross

New Subaru WRX STI GRC Supercar is Coming in 2017

By Denis Flierl on May 18, 2016 - 7:23AM

Subaru announced a new Subaru WRX STI GRC Supercar for 2017. What will happen this season?

Honda performance sweeps Indy 500 opening day practice

By Parks McCants on May 17, 2016 - 11:42PM

Marco Andretti led a Honda powered 4 car sweep under perfect weather conditions on the opening practice day of the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500.

What keeps Toyota's CEO up at night may sound familiar to any businessperson

By John Goreham on May 17, 2016 - 5:40PM

Anyone who has ever tried to predict sales will relate to this.

CPO Lexus CT 200h Named to Best Cars For Recent College Grads List

By John Goreham on May 17, 2016 - 3:55PM

In an interesting twist on the usual suspects, Autotrader picks the premium hybrid Lexus CT 200h as a good car for recent grads. Here’s why.

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