Automotive News (Page 685)

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.

Volkswagen is Close to A Fix for the 3.0L TDI V6

By Will Maley on May 11, 2016 - 9:55AM

Owners of Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen vehicles equipped with the 3.0L TDI V6, we have some very good news.

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Just Won Best Performance Compact Award In Texas

By John Goreham on May 11, 2016 - 9:16AM

The staggering list of awards the 2016 Mazda Miata has won grows.

Tuned BMW M2 LT Packs 420hp [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 11, 2016 - 8:18AM

Watch as Laptime-Performance cranks up the BMW M2’s power output to 420hp.

2016 Subaru WRX, 2016 Subaru WRX Special Edition

Subaru AU Announces 50,000th WRX Special Edition [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 11, 2016 - 7:57AM

To celebrate 50,000 WRX sales in Australia, Subaru announces the 2016 Subaru WRX Special Edition. What sets it apart?

2017 Acura RDX best seller in Honda premium brand lineup

By Parks McCants on May 10, 2016 - 4:32PM

Why did 2017 Acura RDX outsell all other offerings in Honda's premium brand lineup?

Genesis Will Offer Plug-In Hybrids, But Which Models Will Get It?

By Will Maley on May 10, 2016 - 3:11PM

The latest trend with luxury automakers is introducing hybrid and plug-in hybrid models to meet stricter standards in terms of fuel economy and emissions. A number of makes such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Lexus are either building or in the process of readying new models. Now the newest luxury brand has announced plans for plug-in vehicles.

Corvette Owners Get a Rare Discount on a C7 Corvette Stingray

By Patrick Rall on May 10, 2016 - 1:24PM

The Chevrolet Corvette is comfortably the bestselling premium performance car in America, but to help spur sales heading into the 2017 model year, General Motors is offering a rare – and surprisingly large – discount for those folks who currently own any generation Corvette.

The Hellcat Challenger VS the 727hp Lebanon Ford Mustang GT

By Patrick Rall on May 10, 2016 - 12:50PM

The internet is abuzz this morning with the talk of the 727 horsepower Ford Mustang GT coupes being offered by Lebanon Ford for just $40,000 – and how this is a Hellcat-killer for a fraction of the price – but there are a few key points being excluded in the head-to-head comparisons between these two 700hp monsters online.

Seeing the the new Tesla Model S first hand.

By Jason Cobb on May 10, 2016 - 12:27PM

Newly redesigned Tesla Model S available in many stores. Now is your chance?

2016 Toyota Tacoma vs. Chevy Colorado – Which Is More Truck at $40K?

By John Goreham on May 10, 2016 - 12:25PM

We compare the two top-selling mid-size trucks on the market today to see what we can buy with $40K and not a penny more.

Audi Ponders Whether or Not to Expand A8 Lineup

By Will Maley on May 10, 2016 - 8:53AM

When it comes to flagship models, the elephant in the room is the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. This model comes in a standard and long-wheelbase, along with even longer and more luxurious models - Maybach and Pullman. Don't forget the S-Class coupe and convertible. Audi is considering taking on the entire S-Class lineup with the A8.

North America Keeps WRX/STI Production Lines Humming

By Denis Flierl on May 10, 2016 - 8:44AM

The 2016 Subaru WRX and WRX STI are the hottest-sellers in North America. Can Subaru keep the momentum going?

How Subaru Delivers 50 Years of Power and Performance

By Denis Flierl on May 10, 2016 - 7:17AM

Subaru is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its horizontally-opposed “Boxer” engine this year. Why should consumers care?

2003 Ford Mustang GT Concept Available for Sale

By Patrick Rall on May 9, 2016 - 5:22PM

Back in January of 2003, the new Ford Mustang Concept was introduced at the Detroit Auto Show with a new look that was unlike anything that we had seen from the fabled pony car in ages and right now, you can purchase the Mustang Concept which led to the modern era of Ford’s favorite performance car for the low price of just $350,000.

For Sale: One of the Rarest 911 Turbos

By Will Maley on May 9, 2016 - 3:06PM

Mention Flachbau (German for flat-nose) to any 911 fanatic and they'll go crazy with images of the 911 flat-noses from the eighties with their smooth front end. But there was 911 Flachbau built in the mid-nineties and is one of the most coveted Porsche models.

How oil companies are competing with Tesla

By Jason Cobb on May 9, 2016 - 2:28PM

Global oil producer Total is hedging its bets in a $1.1 billion dollar deal to buy Saft, a French maker of nickel and Lithium batteries.

Why isn't the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Selling Better?

By Patrick Rall on May 9, 2016 - 1:07PM

Although the Chevrolet Camaro has shown sales growth over the first few months of this year, sales of the 6th gen Camaro are slower than many expected – but why? Today, I look at a few reasons why the new Chevy muscle car isn’t selling as well as the Ford Mustang.

Next Jeep Wrangler Could Pack a 300hp Turbocharged 4-Cylinder

By Patrick Rall on May 9, 2016 - 12:30PM

A new Jeep Wrangler is due within the next year or so and word on the street suggests that when it arrives, the new “original Jeep” could feature a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with somewhere in the area of 300 horsepower – which could lead to a variety of improvements over the current Wrangler V6.

2017 Toyota 86, Toyota 86 Shooting Brake

Toyota Reveals 86 Hatchback Concept

By Denis Flierl on May 9, 2016 - 12:14PM

Toyota Australia's Product Design team rolls out the first-ever Toyota 86 Shooting Brake Concept car. Will it reach production?

Your Model 3 order could be illegal in your state

By Jason Cobb on May 9, 2016 - 10:48AM

It is still illegal for Tesla to sell its cars in several states due to strong opposition from car dealership lobbying efforts.

The Elantra's Fuel Economy Champ Gets Priced

By Will Maley on May 9, 2016 - 9:24AM

Following in the footsteps of the Sonata and Tucson, the 2017 Hyundai Elantra will offer a high-mileage Eco model. We now have the pricing for this fuel efficient model.

Subaru Announces New 2017 Outback Touring

By Denis Flierl on May 9, 2016 - 7:47AM

Subaru announces a new 2017 Outback model. What will the new Touring bring to the lineup?

Subaru Puts Sport back in Legacy

By Denis Flierl on May 9, 2016 - 7:37AM

The 2017 Subaru Legacy sedan gets a new trim and Sport is the theme for this model. Is it a true sports sedan?

2017 Honda Ridgeline's built truck tough off road capable [Video]

By Parks McCants on May 9, 2016 - 2:52AM

While many comparisons have been made between the reinvented Honda Pilot SUV and Honda’s latest and only pickup truck offering, there’s much more to 2017 Ridgeline than meets the eye. Ridgeline proves to be truck tough, off road capable and car-interior comfortable.

IIHS Makes Key Change To 2017 Top Safety Pick Plus Requirements

By John Goreham on May 6, 2016 - 3:21PM

Earning the best safety score in the U.S. auto industry is about to trip up a lot of cars we consider safe.

The 2016 Dodge Challenger Turns a Burnout into Art (Video)

By Patrick Rall on May 6, 2016 - 12:44PM

The 2016 Dodge Challenger is the subject of the newest commercial for the high performance brand, with the modern Mopar muscle car performing a massive burnout and turning the smoke show into a computer generated work of art.

Ford F150 Plant Halts Production to Improve Future Output

By Patrick Rall on May 6, 2016 - 12:10PM

Ford Motor Company has announced that they will stop production of the new F150 pickups at their Kansas City Assembly Plant in order to improve the facilities production capacity – presumably preparing for what could be a big 2017 model year for the F150.

2016 Toyota RAV4 XLE vs. Mazda CX-5 Touring- $30K Comparison

2016 Toyota RAV4 XLE vs. Mazda CX-5 Touring- What Does $30K Get You?

By John Goreham on May 6, 2016 - 12:01PM

We compare the fuel economy, content, and safety of the Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5 with a firm cap of $30K. Here’s what you can expect.

Your Huracan Taxi Has Arrived

By Will Maley on May 6, 2016 - 11:32AM

Whenever you call for a taxi, you'll either end up in a minivan or some sort of large sedan. But if you happen to be the resident of Wolverhampton, U.K., you have a new option.

Tesla offering new 70kWh owners the ability to upgrade their battery via software

By Jason Cobb on May 6, 2016 - 11:32AM

For an extra $3000 Tesla Model S owners who purchase a 70kWh model can upgrade their battery to the new 75kWh via a software upgrade.

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