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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.

Mercedes-Benz Could Build Out A Sub-brand To Take On BMW's i

By Will Maley on May 17, 2016 - 1:59PM

Whenever an automaker does something, it is a safe bet that another one will follow in their footsteps. This is mostly attributed to German automakers. Case in point: When BMW launched the X6, Mercedes-Benz worked on a competitor that launched last year called the GLE-Coupe.

Roadkill Nights by Dodge Stops in Detroit, Kansas City for 2016

By Patrick Rall on May 17, 2016 - 1:02PM

After an incredibly one-off event in 2015, the Roadkill Nights by Dodge will add a second event to the schedule for 2016, bringing the same racing action, car show and other Dodge-sponsored high performance fun to both Detroit and Kansas City.

Wrecked Camaro Z28 was Back in Action the Next Day

By Patrick Rall on May 17, 2016 - 12:16PM

Last week we brought you a video of what we believe was a 6th generation Chevrolet Camaro Z28 crashing on the Nürburgring and today, we have a video featuring Camaro Chief Engineer Al Oppenheiser giving a bit of detail on that accident – most notably pointing out that the car was back on the track the next day.

Start dreaming of your Model 3 with this fan designed on-line design studio

By Jason Cobb on May 17, 2016 - 8:59AM

A Tesla Fan from the Tesla Motor Forum named Bayol has used his skills once again to create a Model 3 design studio to show the various features on the upcoming Tesla model 3.

Making An Aston Martin Vanquish Out of Leather

By Will Maley on May 17, 2016 - 8:43AM

If you're an automaker like Aston Martin, you use the finest leathers to upholster the seats and various interior pieces. You'll also end up with a lot of leather scraps. Aston Martin figured out a clever solution to reuse the scraps.

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

Are New 2017 Subaru Outbacks Too Dangerous to Drive?

By Denis Flierl on May 17, 2016 - 8:16AM

Subaru has recalled 2016-2017 Subaru Outback and Legacy models. Are they too dangerous to drive?

Nissan Already Planning Nex-Gen GT-R Redesign

By Denis Flierl on May 17, 2016 - 8:05AM

The paint is barely dry on the new 2017 Nissan GT-R and designers are already working on the next-generation model. Will it have a hybrid drivetrain?

How #75 Subaru WRX STI Dominates Olympus Rally

By Denis Flierl on May 17, 2016 - 7:54AM

The 2016 Subaru WRX STI rally car of David Higgins and Crag Drew dominated Olympus Rally this weekend. Where was Pastrana?

Lamborghini Takes On A Glacier

By Will Maley on May 16, 2016 - 4:22PM

We doubt many Lamborghini owners would even have the thought of driving in the snow, let alone driving up a glacier.

Hagan's Dodge Charger Gets Win #1 in Atlanta

By Patrick Rall on May 16, 2016 - 1:48PM

Matt Hagan, Don Schumacher Racing and their fleet of Dodge Charger race cars have had a rough 2016 season when compared to 2015, but when the final win light popped this weekend in Atlanta, Hagan beat teammate Jack Beckman for his first win of the year.

Consumers Sing Praise for 10th Generation Honda Civic

By Parks McCants on May 16, 2016 - 11:16AM

Looking to Honda Civic owner forums from around the globe, the vast majority of 2016 Honda Civic sedan and coupe buyers (mostly) sing praise for 10th generation Honda Civic.

Mid-Engine C8 Corvette Could Debut at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on May 16, 2016 - 11:15AM

According to the folks at Car & Driver, the C8 Chevrolet Corvette will debut at the 2018 North America International Auto Show in Detroit and when it does, we will finally be introduced to the long-rumored mid-engine Corvette – provided that this information proves to be true.

2016 Toyota Sienna vs. Honda Odyssey Minivan Comparison

2016 Toyota Sienna vs. Honda Odyssey: $40K Minivan Comparison

By John Goreham on May 16, 2016 - 10:23AM

We compare the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna in mid-trim matchup to see which is the better family hauler.

The 750hp 2015 Ford Mustang Shelby Super Snake is Available in Australia

By Patrick Rall on May 16, 2016 - 10:20AM

Although the new Ford Mustang is sold out well into the 2017 calendar year, an Australian high performance tuning shop is offering up a limited number of new Shelby Super Snake Mustangs with 650-750hp – just like the super-tuned pony cars sold here in the USA.

Will the Mercedes-Benz Pickup Come to the U.S? It's Unclear

By Will Maley on May 16, 2016 - 9:10AM

When Mercedes-Benz announced that it would be building a pickup truck, the U.S. branch expressed interest in it and wanted to make the final decision on it. The decision has been pushed back a couple of times and now, the new CEO says it might be awhile before we get an answer.

To All Model 3 Reservation Holders: How Do You Feel About New Tesla VP Addition?

By Jason Cobb on May 16, 2016 - 9:05AM

Peter Hochholdinger with 22 years experience at Audi hired to deliver Tesla's promise of 500,000 vehicles by 2018.

2017 Nissan Frontier, 2018 Nissan Frontier

Why 2018 Nissan Frontier Will Be a Major Player When it Arrives

By Denis Flierl on May 16, 2016 - 8:17AM

Nissan Frontier sales skyrocket: What will happen when the 2018 Frontier gets a remodel?

German Cops Won’t Give You a Plugged Nickel For the BMW 3 Series

By Denis Flierl on May 16, 2016 - 7:56AM

After months of driving them, German cops say the BMW 3 Series is not suitable for patrol duty. Why do they distain the 3 Series?

2016 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, Final Edition, Lancer Evolution XI

3 Reasons Why Nissan Should Push Mitsubishi to Bring Back Lancer EVO

By Denis Flierl on May 16, 2016 - 7:40AM

How can Nissan save Mitsubishi? Bring back the Lancer Evolution performance sedan.

2016 Subaru WRX STI NBR, Nurburgring 24-hour race

How Subaru Prepares WRX STI For Nurburgring 24-Hr

By Denis Flierl on May 15, 2016 - 7:19AM

The 2016 Subaru WRX STI 24-hour Nurburgring team is in all-out prep mode to see if their race car is ready. Is the STI ready?

One New EV Coming Out Every Year At Audi

By Will Maley on May 14, 2016 - 11:07AM

Audi held their annual shareholder meeting at their headquarters in Ingolstadt, Germany yesterday where CEO Rupert Stadler announced some big plans for the luxury automaker.

Subaru Announces Hot STI Hatch for Japan [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 14, 2016 - 7:20AM

Subaru will launch a new hot hatch Levorg STI this summer. Will it ever reach US shores?

Can you spot the vintage Fiat 124 Spider and guess its year?

Can you spot the vintage Fiat in this new 124 Spider video and guess its year?

By John Goreham on May 13, 2016 - 2:46PM

The new 2017 Fiat Spider really flies. Watch carefully.

Camaro ZL1 10 Speed Shifts Faster than the Porsche 911

By Patrick Rall on May 13, 2016 - 2:19PM

The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 will come with a new 10-speed automatic transmission which has been optimized for the performance of the supercharged muscle car and when pitted head-to-head with the automatic transmission in the Porsche 911, the new Chevy gearbox is much, much quicker.

Ford Closes 2017 GT Order Banks, 6506 Applications Received

By Patrick Rall on May 13, 2016 - 1:21PM

The first month-long order window for the 2017 Ford GT has closed and the Motor Company is now reviewing 6,506 applications for the upcoming supercar – and more than 6,000 of those people will be turned down.

IndyCar’s Graham Rahal comes out swinging for Honda in Indianapolis

By Parks McCants on May 13, 2016 - 12:51PM

I’ve ridden with this guy shotgun. Graham Rahal is an IndyCar virtuoso coming to the Indianapolis with just a bit of in your face attitude.

Lexus Hybrids - Green Vehicle Growth In a Cheap Gas World

Lexus Hybrids Buck the Trend With Green Vehicle Growth In a Cheap Gas World

By John Goreham on May 13, 2016 - 12:25PM

Unlike most automakers, Lexus is sticking to its green car plan and succeeding.

2017 Nissan GT-R Rolls Into Angel Stadium

By Denis Flierl on May 13, 2016 - 11:11AM

The new 2017 Nissan GT-R is making its West Coast and public debut. What other Nissan will performance fans see for the first time?

You Park Your Tesla Model S, Return And It's Underneath a Tractor: Is Tesla Responsible?

By Jason Cobb on May 13, 2016 - 9:26AM

A Tesla owner Jared Overton of Utah parked his Tesla Model S on the side of the road only to return to the car several minutes later to find it sitting underneath a tractor trailer.

2017 Nissan GT-R, Nissan Mitsubishi alliance

Nissan Takes 34% of Mitsubishi: What Will it Mean for Consumers?

By Denis Flierl on May 13, 2016 - 8:53AM

What can consumers expect from the new Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance?

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