Automotive News (Page 678)

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 Electric SUV Concept vs Tesla Model X: A Rival with No Supercharging Network

By Armen Hareyan on June 8, 2016 - 4:27PM

Insiders say Mercedes Benz is going to unveil a rival to Tesla Model X in October, an electric SUV concept in Paris Motor Show, but without having a Supercharging Network. What range will it be?

The Newest Transformers Camaro is Wildly Unique

By Patrick Rall on June 8, 2016 - 4:20PM

Transformers 5 is on its way and once again, the leading role of Bumblebee will be played by a yellow and black Chevrolet Camaro, with the newest and most extreme Transformers Camaro being based on the new 6th gen models – although very few aspects of the exterior design are shared with the production muscle car on sale at your local dealership.

New Ford Mustang GT Available in New Zealand Via Children's Charity Auction

By Patrick Rall on June 8, 2016 - 2:33PM

The new Ford Mustang is sold out in New Zealand into well into the 2017 calendar year, but someone with deep enough pockets could drive away a new 2016 Mustang GT later this month while also making a contribution to a children’s cancer charity.

Should Elon Musk Get a Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences?

By Armen Hareyan on June 8, 2016 - 2:18PM

Someone started a single petition on Change.org asking the Swedish Nobel Committee to award Elon Musk the Nobel Prize in Economic Science. Now they are nearing 4000 signatures at the time of this writing.

How Much Battery Capacity Tesla Model S Loses In 5 Years

By Armen Hareyan on June 8, 2016 - 2:01PM

What do you think what's your Model S battery capacity and how it will do in 5 years? You will be surprised by learning about this survey results.

Capps runs Johnson in New England Finals

Capps Pilots His Dodge Charger to a 3rd Straight Win for Schumacher Racing

By Patrick Rall on June 8, 2016 - 1:43PM

The Dodge Charger funny car teams of Don Schumacher may have gotten off to a slow-ish start for the 2016 Mell Yello Drag Racing Championship series, but this past weekend in New England, Ron Capps gave DSR and Team Mopar their third straight win in the third straight all-Dodge funny car final round.

Update of Tacoma Frame & Leaf Spring Recall Photos After 2 Years

By John Goreham on June 8, 2016 - 10:40AM

Check out what a Tacoma with a new frame and new leaf springs looks like two years after the replacement.

Failed Lexus Over the Air Update to Nav System Angers Customers

Lexus Over the Air Update to Nav System Just Went Badly - Customers Angry

By John Goreham on June 8, 2016 - 10:10AM

What happens when an automatic update goes haywire?

Porsche Teases and Announces A Reveal Date for Next-Gen Panamera

By Will Maley on June 8, 2016 - 9:15AM

We knew that Porsche would be revealing the next-generation Panamera sometime this year, most likely at the Paris Motor Show. But it appears the German sports car marker is planning to show it sooner.

2016 Subaru WRX STI, Isle of Man TT Challenge

Watch Higgins Pilot 600hp Subaru WRX STI to IOM Record [Video]

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2016 - 7:28AM

Watch this new video of the 2016 Subaru WRX STI shattering the Isle of Man Record on the first attempt.

2016 Nissan Murano, “10 Best Family Cars”

4 Reasons Why Nissan Murano is Voted “10 Best Family Cars”

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2016 - 6:28AM

The 2016 Nissan Murano is named "10 Best Family Cars" by Parents magazine and Edmunds. What 4 things stand out?

Tesla Crash Test: What Happened to This Model S in a Parking Lot Charging

By Armen Hareyan on June 7, 2016 - 10:08PM

Brand new Tesla Model S appears to be hit from the front, while parked in a Las Vegas Parking hotel charging station.

Turbocharged Baja Ridgeline completes grueling Baja 500

By Parks McCants on June 7, 2016 - 9:24PM

setting the record straight: While Honda News herald's Proctor Racing Group and Honda Performance development Baja Race Truck for winning its class in the SCORE Baja 500, there’s a bit more to the story than that.

Should Tesla Contracts Nissan To Gain Production Capability

By Armen Hareyan on June 7, 2016 - 7:56PM

Consider the wait for the Tesla Model 3 there is an idea that perhaps Tesla should contract Nissan to gain production capability. Not have Nissan build the car, but if Nissan took over production capability they could ramp up faster. What do you think?

Mercedes-Benz Takes the G-Class Back To Its Roots

By Will Maley on June 7, 2016 - 2:36PM

When Mercedes-Benz first introduced the G-Class (known as G-Wagen) back in 1979, it was the German equivalent of the Jeep Wrangler; built to go anywhere in the world, with the barest of creature comforts.

Watch Vlad's Latest Toyota Supra Turbo Run the Quarter Mile

By John Goreham on June 7, 2016 - 10:40AM

Vlad’s Toyota Supras are legendary. Here’s what his most recent creation runs in the quarter mile and why it is so special.

Another Brand from the Volkswagen Group Considers Entering North America

By Will Maley on June 7, 2016 - 9:03AM

At the present moment, there are seven brands under the Volkswagen Group umbrella that are sold in the U.S. - Audi, Bentley, Bugatti, Ducati (via Audi), Lamborghini, Porsche, and Volkswagen. There is the possibility of an eighth brand coming.

2016 Subaru Forester, 2016 Subaru Outback, 2016 Subaru Crosstrek

How Subaru Forester, Outback and XV Pull Off First-Ever Feat

By Denis Flierl on June 7, 2016 - 8:34AM

Subaru is setting the little island of Tasmania on fire. What first-ever feat did they accomplish?

2016 WRX STI, Isle of Man TT, Time Attack

How 4 New Meats Help IOM Subaru WRX STI Push to New Limits

By Denis Flierl on June 7, 2016 - 7:50AM

Subaru’s 2016 WRX STI Time Attack car piloted by Mark Higgins set a new lap record at IOM TT. What special tires did they use?

Edmunds and Parents Magazine Name 2016 Toyota Sienna Best Minivan For Families

By John Goreham on June 6, 2016 - 5:12PM

The only AWD minivan earns yet another award.

Mercedes-Benz Reveals 2017 E-Class Wagon: What Comes Standard?

By Will Maley on June 6, 2016 - 1:34PM

With Mercedes-Benz unveiling the new E-Class sedan earlier this year in Detroit, we knew that it wouldn't be long before we saw the wagon, coupe, and convertible. Today, we got to see one of those variants.

Tesla Model 3 vs Nissan Leaf: Competition Will Come Down To Incentives

By Armen Hareyan on June 6, 2016 - 1:31PM

It appears that the competition is growing between Tesla Model 3 and Nissan LEAF. Both are popular electric cars and with Model 3's popularity the question is who will be the first "victim" of Model 3?

2016 Passat 1.8T SEL vs. Toyota Camry XLE – Which To Buy

By John Goreham on June 6, 2016 - 10:10AM

We compare the leader in the midsize class, the 2016 Toyota Camry to a tempting Passat choice from VW America.

Jaguar Land Rover Sues A Chinese Automaker for Copying

By Will Maley on June 6, 2016 - 9:24AM

Chinese automakers have a reputation from blatantly copying from other automakers. But most automakers don't even bother with taking any sort of legal action. That could be changing.

Subaru Gets First-Ever BTCC Win

By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2016 - 8:26AM

It was Subaru’s first-ever BTCC win. They did it in the rear-drive Levorg sports tourer. Which drivers reached the podium?

2017 Titan XD, Titan Crew Cab half-ton pickup

How 2017 Titan XD Does Heavy Lifting for You and Nissan

By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2016 - 8:06AM

The new 2017 Titan XD Crew Cab half-ton pickup begins arriving in showrooms this summer. Will truck enthusiasts buy it?

Higgins Flies Pastrana Crashes at STPR

By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2016 - 7:17AM

It was David Higgins winning again in the 2016 Subaru WRX STI at STPR. What happened to Pastrana?

2016 Honda Civic on track for record sales year

By Parks McCants on June 5, 2016 - 9:18PM

Why is 2016 Honda Civic putting American Honda Motors on track for a record sales year?

Hyundai Tucson Walks Away With NEMPA's Best SUV Under $28k

By Will Maley on June 5, 2016 - 11:21AM

Every winter, members of the New England Motor Press Association put a group of vehicles through the harsh winter conditions on offer to figure out which ones are the best to handle Mother Nature. Recently, the association awarded the models that went above and beyond in the cold and snowy conditions.

What Is NEMPA's Favorite Luxury Convertible?

By Will Maley on June 5, 2016 - 11:16AM

The New England Motor Press Association every year holds their Ragtop Ramble where members drive the latest crop of convertibles through the New England landscape and figure out which ones stand out. Recently, NEMPA announced their favorites from the ramble.

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