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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.

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.

Watch BMW M4 Do Crazy Drifts Through Moscow Streets [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 25, 2016 - 8:45AM

Watch a BMW M4 do crazy drifts on busy Moscow streets. Is this for real?

3 Nissan GT-Rs Ready To Attack Nurburgring 24-HR [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 25, 2016 - 8:17AM

Three Nissan GT-R race cars will compete in the 2016 Nurburgring 24-hour. Do you remember the record set by a GT-R at the Nordschleife?

Subaru Forester vs Nissan GT-R Shoot Out: Who Wins? [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 25, 2016 - 7:50AM

Watch a Subaru Forester vs a Nissan GT-R in quarter mile sprint. The GT-R has to win right?

First Production 2017 Acura NSX rolls of PMC Production Line Marysville

By Parks McCants on May 24, 2016 - 4:45PM

Tuesday May 24, 2016 marks the day that Rick Hendrick of NASCAR fame, took factory delivery of the first production 2017 Acura Vin # 001 -- the ONLY supercar made in America.

Uber and Toyota Buddy-Up - Will It Work Out As Well As Toyota's Tesla Stake?

By John Goreham on May 24, 2016 - 4:43PM

In a new arrangement, Toyota and Uber become linked.

Hyundai Readies A 250 Mile EV for 2020

By Will Maley on May 24, 2016 - 3:18PM

When it comes to fully electric vehicles, overall range is the thing that can make or break it. The likes of Tesla and General Motors are readying models that have a range of 200 miles at an affordable price. But Hyundai is upping the ante.

Hagan's Dodge Charger Wins Again, Sets Records at 335mph

By Patrick Rall on May 24, 2016 - 1:32PM

Matt Hagan and his Dodge Charger-driving teammates from Don Schumacher Racing rolled into Topeka for the 8th event of the season looking to back up their win last weekend and Hagan kept the good times rolling – setting new funny car ET and speed records while taking his second straight event win.

GM Trademarks ZR1 Again, Could Hint to New Super Corvette

By Patrick Rall on May 24, 2016 - 11:50AM

Earlier this month, General Motors once again filed a trademark application for the term ZR1, possibly hinting to a new high performance Chevrolet Corvette – which could be something as incredible as the long-rumored mid-engine super-Vette.

2016 Honda Civic Global Rallycross Car Takes Podium on Debut in Phoenix [Video]

By Parks McCants on May 24, 2016 - 11:37AM

2016 Civic’s world of Global Rallycross is “hella” competitive!

UAW looking to unionize Tesla

By Jason Cobb on May 24, 2016 - 11:06AM

The recent ramp of by Tesla to 500,000 vehicles by 2018 has brought up the idea of the UAW to unionize the Tesla Fremont factory.

2016 Lexus RC Tops Mustang, Camaro, and Challenger In Important Testing

By John Goreham on May 24, 2016 - 10:51AM

Why can’t the Ford Mustang, Chevy Camaro, and Dodge Challenger measure up to the Lexus RC Sports coupe on safety tests?

The End is Coming To Bentley's Iconic V8

By Will Maley on May 24, 2016 - 8:49AM

Bentley's 6.75L (6 3/4 Litre according to the automaker) twin-turbo V8 has had a long run with powering various models. But a final curtain call is coming.

3 Ways 2017 Subaru WRX STI Keeps the Momentum Going

By Denis Flierl on May 24, 2016 - 8:38AM

The 2017 Subaru WRX STI is arriving now in the U.S. Will the 2017 STI keep the momentum going?

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