Automotive News (Page 683)

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.

A new 2016 RAV4 crash test just caught Toyota in an embarrassing situation.

Toyota’s 2016 RAV4 Is Not As Safe As You Thought

By John Goreham on July 4, 2016 - 2:11PM

A new 2016 RAV4 crash test just caught Toyota in an embarrassing situation.

The Hiroshima-built 2017 Fiat 124 Spider is finally here. Not a moment too soon for dealers.

2017 Fiat 124 Spider Arrives Just In Time On a Life Boat From Japan

By John Goreham on July 4, 2016 - 1:12PM

The Hiroshima-built 2017 Fiat 124 Spider is finally here. Not a moment too soon for dealers.

What Will Be The Effect of Tesla Model 3 on Model S Resale

By Armen Hareyan on July 4, 2016 - 1:12PM

Tesla Model S targets and appeals to a different type of demographic than Model 3, but what will happen to Model S resale value when Model 3 comes?

Who’s the #1 Automaker In America? Would You Guess Nissan?

By Denis Flierl on July 4, 2016 - 8:52AM

Nissan is the largest automaker in America. They build 6 models here in the U.S. Do you know which ones?

2016 Subaru WRX STI, Red Bull Global Rallycross MCAS New River

Mud Blinds Lasek in Subaru WRX STI at GRC MCAS

By Denis Flierl on July 4, 2016 - 7:38AM

Rain and mud were the story for the 2016 Subaru WRX STI at GRC MCAS. How was Lasek blinded?

2017 Honda Civic pushes maker into record sales territory for June

By Parks McCants on July 3, 2016 - 8:43PM

Why the 10th generation Honda Civic took the #1 sales spot for American Honda Motor Company in June.

Honda dealers sell 2472 Ridgeline Pickups first week on market

By Parks McCants on July 3, 2016 - 8:01PM

Doing the math, with 2472 Ridgeline pickups sold in its first week on the market, it looks like Honda has another winner In the lineup.

2017 Subaru Outback, 2017 Outback Premier

Is New 2017 Subaru Outback Getting Too Soft?

By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2016 - 8:25AM

The 2017 Subaru Outback gets new luxury upgrades for Canadian buyers. Is Outback getting too soft?

How to Ride Around the Nürburgring in a F-Type SVR

By Will Maley on July 2, 2016 - 5:18PM

You have a number of options of either taking a spin or getting a ride around the Nürburgring Nordschleife. But if you want the full experience without causing an incident with a guardrail, getting a ride in Jaguar's latest rocket isn't a bad choice.

Fed warns 300,000 Honda owners to stop driving car now!

By Parks McCants on July 2, 2016 - 2:49PM

As the Takata airbag recall continues to expand to unprecedented numbers, Honda has taken the biggest hit. What’s next?

Airline Pilot, a Tesla Model 3 Fan, Says It's Laughable To Put Autopilots in Cars With Untrained Masses

By Armen Hareyan on July 2, 2016 - 10:22AM

As an Airline Pilot, I find it both laughable and horrific that they are putting "auto" pilots in cars that the untrained and undisciplined masses can buy. And I'm a huge Tesla Fan with orders for two Model 3s.

How Nissan Frontier Out-Climbs the Rest

By Denis Flierl on July 2, 2016 - 8:13AM

The 2016 Nissan Frontier is on a tare. What will happen when the new models arrive?

Enthusiasts Finally Get Their Hands On the 2017 Subaru WRX/STI

By Denis Flierl on July 2, 2016 - 7:21AM

Did sales rebound with the 2017 model arrival? The 2017 Subaru WRX STI has its best month ever for June.

Camaro Corral Returns for the 2016 Woodward Dream Cruise

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2016 - 2:41PM

For the 3rd year in a row, Chevrolet Camaro fans will have a unique location along the Woodward Dream Cruise route to both show off their own GM muscle cars and to check out a huge collection of privately owned Camaros from the past 50 years.

Several Things That Can Go Wrong with Tesla Model S Autopilot

By Armen Hareyan on July 1, 2016 - 12:45PM

The Autopilot system of Tesla Model S is a technology and regardless of its sophistication level watchfulness is always needed because several things may always go wrong with any technology.

Camaro Sales Drop to 2-Year Low, Mustang Continues to Dominate

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2016 - 11:52AM

The sales numbers for June 2016 are still rolling in but we already know that the Ford Mustang led the way in the muscle car segment for the 20th consecutive month, as the Chevrolet Camaro continued its sales slide – dropping under 5,000 units for the first time since late in 2014 and trailing the Dodge Challenger for the 2nd month in a row.

Tesla Model S Lease vs Loan - Buying vs Leasing

By Armen Hareyan on July 1, 2016 - 11:13AM

Some potential Tesla Model S buyers not seeing a big difference between leasing vs loaning to buy one, get confused as to which option to take. Let's take a look at pros and cons of leasing vs buying a Model S.

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

Would You Be Upset if Subaru Kept Changing Your Radio Channel?

By Denis Flierl on July 1, 2016 - 8:31AM

What would you think if your radio station changed every time you turn off the car? It’s happening to 2016 Subaru Outback and Legacy owners.

Volvo survey sheds light on the future of Autonomous driving

By Parks McCants on June 30, 2016 - 5:17PM

What do we learn from Volvo's latest and greatest global survey?

Next-Generation Mercedes-AMG E63 To Be All-Wheel Drive Only

By Will Maley on June 30, 2016 - 4:02PM

The Mercedes-AMG E63 is known for being one of the craziest performance sedans on sale. This sedan could do burnouts all day long and give muscle cars a run for their money in terms of engine note. But a big change is coming to the next-gen model.

Ford Recalls 2016 F150 Explorer for Problematic Driver’s Seats

By Patrick Rall on June 30, 2016 - 3:17PM

Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of select F150 pickups and Explorer SUVs from the 2016 model year over a concern that the driver’s seat may not be properly assembled – possibly leading a greater risk of injury in the event of an accident.

Honda, Toyota Most ‘Made in America’ car brands

By Parks McCants on June 30, 2016 - 1:50PM

It's a parts source percentage measurement with Honda and Toyota winning the most "Made in America" accolade. When did that happen?

RHD Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Available in Australia - with a Big Price

By Patrick Rall on June 30, 2016 - 12:10PM

The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat can now be purchased with a right hand drive configuration, but those Mopar lovers who want to drive the supercharged monster Down Under wont be going to their local dealership – instead turning to a Melbourne-based importing company to acquire the car and convert it to right drive.

The 1st Ever Chevrolet Corvette was Built 63 Years Ago Today

By Patrick Rall on June 30, 2016 - 11:32AM

On June 30th, 1953, the first ever Chevrolet Corvette rolled off of the assembly line at General Motors’ Flint, Michigan facility and after 63 years of production, the Corvette has become one of the best known sports cars in the world.

Why Doesn’t Nissan Reveal 2017 GT-R Sprint Times?

By Denis Flierl on June 30, 2016 - 10:39AM

How quick is the New 2017 Nissan GT-R? Nissan won’t reveal the numbers.

3 Reasons Why the 2017 Subaru BRZ Upstages Toyota 86

By Denis Flierl on June 30, 2016 - 8:39AM

The new 2017 Subaru BRZ and Toyota 86 sport coupes will be arriving soon. How does BRZ offer better performance?

New Subaru 3-Row crossover, New Subaru 7-passenger SUV, 2018 Subaru Ascent 7

Will Subaru Name Their New 3-Row Crossover Ascent 7?

By Denis Flierl on June 30, 2016 - 7:47AM

What will Subaru name their new 2018 3-Row crossover? How about Ascent 7?

Volvo Executive Says Volkswagen's Emission Cheat Was An Open Secret

By Will Maley on June 29, 2016 - 3:05PM

When Volkswagen admitted they used illegal software in their diesel vehicles to circumvent emission tests in the U.S., there was one group that wasn't surprised by this; automakers.

Chevrolet Announces Camaro 50th Anniversary Festivities

By Patrick Rall on June 29, 2016 - 1:27PM

General Motors has announced the list of festivities planned to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Chevrolet Camaro – which was officially introduced to select media on June 29th, 1966.

Ford has Sold One Million EcoBoost F150 Pickups

By Patrick Rall on June 29, 2016 - 12:49PM

Ford Motor Company announced today that they have sold their 1,000,000th F150 pickup with an EcoBoost V6 engine and this milestone has been reached just over 5 years after the powerful twin turbo first hit the market.

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