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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.

Tesla bumping up its smallest battery to 75kWh, but stops short of providing one factor

By Jason Cobb on May 4, 2016 - 1:35PM

A Tesla spokesperson confirmed that a 75kWh battery will be available for the Tesla Model S in the future, however stopping short of providing a timeline for the release.

Toyota's 2016 Shifting Focus To Crossovers and Compact Trucks

Toyota's 2016 Sales Genius - Shifting Focus To Crossovers and Compact Trucks

By John Goreham on May 4, 2016 - 11:47AM

Toyota shows that sometimes success is all about showing up with the right product.

Tesla Proves BioWeapon Defense Mode is true to its word

By Jason Cobb on May 4, 2016 - 11:42AM

When the Model X was introduced in September of last year Tesla CEO Elon Musk got on stage and spent an abundance of time discussing a concept no one predicted would be a feature on the upcoming all electric SUV; BioWepon Defense Mode.

Amid Sales Slump Corvette Still Outsells Competitors from Porsche, Lexus

By Patrick Rall on May 4, 2016 - 11:41AM

The Chevrolet Corvette has seen its slowest start to the year, down 20% through April 2016, but even with this slight downturn in sales, C7 Corvette is still comfortably outselling the top competitors from Lexus and Porsche – selling more units than the Lexus RC and all of the Porsche cars combined.

2017 Ford F150 Gets a More Powerful EcoBoost V6, 10-Speed Transmission

By Patrick Rall on May 4, 2016 - 11:02AM

Ford has announced that the 2017 F150 is getting a new 3.5L EcoBoost V6 and the new 10-speed automatic transmission which was first introduced for the new Raptor high performance pickup – but the new 10-speed is only available with the new EcoBoost V6.

This Volkswagen GTI Can Lap the Nordschleife In Under 8 Minutes

By Will Maley on May 4, 2016 - 8:30AM

It is an impressive feat when a Volkswagen GTI, a front-wheel drive hot hatch, can lap the infamous Nürburgring racetrack under eight minutes. The even better part is you can buy this particular GTI.

Every 2017 Camaro Increases by $605, 50th Anniversary Package Priced

By Patrick Rall on May 3, 2016 - 4:49PM

Unofficial pricing for the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro has hit the internet and based on the leaked dealership information, every trimline for the new model year will cost $605 more than they do for the current (2016) Camaro lineup.

2016 Toyota Tacoma vs. Chevy Colorado - Sales

2016 Toyota Tacoma Sales Hit New Peak, Still Ahead of Chevy Colorado

By John Goreham on May 3, 2016 - 3:16PM

Although the GM trucks did very well, Toyota’s new capacity puts Tacoma way ahead.

2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat in Plum Crazy

Dodge Challenger Posts 4th Best Month as Trucks, Vans and SUVs Boom

By Patrick Rall on May 3, 2016 - 2:33PM

April 2016 marked the 73rd consecutive month of year over year sales growth for the Chrysler Group brands and while the 4th best month ever for the Dodge Challenger may have been a highlight – the success of the company in April was due largely to the trucks, SUVs and minivans.

Ford Mustang Beats Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger in April Sales

By Patrick Rall on May 3, 2016 - 1:15PM

For the 4th time this year and the 18th consecutive month, the Ford Mustang has outsold the Chevrolet Camaro and the Dodge Challenger, making the Mustang the bestselling sporty car in America as the new model continues its domination of the global performance car sales.

2010-2011 Subaru Outback, lighting failures

Is Subaru Covering Up Outback Lighting Failures?

By Denis Flierl on May 3, 2016 - 4:11AM

A lawsuit filed against Subaru says 2010-2011 Outback models are experiencing failures of exterior lighting. Is Subaru covering it up?

5 Reasons Why Forester is Winning Over Crossover Buyers Worldwide

By Denis Flierl on May 3, 2016 - 3:54AM

Subaru is a popular brand in Russia. Why do they think Forester is the Best Compact SUV?

Riding in the Dodge Viper ACR with LeMans Champ Justin Bell

By Patrick Rall on May 2, 2016 - 3:54PM

While attending the SRT Experience at Bondurant Racing School last week, I had a chance to go for a ride with LeMans champion Justin Bell in the new Dodge Viper ACR around the 1.6 mile road course – and the legendary racer had great things to say about the record-setting Mopar supercar.

Ford Rolls Out the 1st in a Series of F150 Raptor Videos

By Patrick Rall on May 2, 2016 - 3:04PM

We still don’t know a great many things about the 2017 Ford F150 Raptor, including the engine output, the price or when it will actually reach dealerships, but the Motor Company has launched the first of six videos showing off different features of the new high performance pickup truck.

Corvette Grand Sport is Bargain Priced from $66,445

By Patrick Rall on May 2, 2016 - 12:11PM

The 2017 Grand Sport will be the most track capable Corvette Stingray for the new model year and with a price starting at $66,445, this new road-handling package is only $10k more than the base model Stingray – while being only a couple grand more than a Corvette 1LT built to go fast.

Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo Concept At the 2012 Paris Motor Show

Next-Generation Porsche Panamera To Get A New Body Style and It's Coming to the U.S.

By Will Maley on May 2, 2016 - 11:58AM

Porsche has been teasing us for few years with the idea of a Panamera wagon. It was first shown at the 2012 Paris Motor Show as the Panamera Sport Turismo concept. Then numerous spy shots showed that Porsche was possibly considering it. Now a Porsche executive has confirmed that a Panamera wagon is real and is coming to the U.S.

Fiat’s 124 Spider Prices For 2017 Are Surprising

Fiat’s Just-Released 124 Spider Prices For 2017 Are Surprising

By John Goreham on May 2, 2016 - 10:19AM

Fiat is clearly looking for volume with these prices.

Audi Announces SQ7 TDI Pricing For Europe

By Will Maley on May 2, 2016 - 9:13AM

Only a couple months ago, Audi introduced to the world the SQ7 TDI. This model packed a 4.0L TDI V8 with 435 horsepower and 664 pound-feet, along with some clever tech. Now we have the pricing information for the SQ7 TDI for Europe.

2016 BMW M2 Coupe, launches in Indonesia

BMW M2 Comes with a High Price Tag in Indonesia

By Denis Flierl on May 2, 2016 - 8:14AM

The global BMW M2 just launched in Indonesia. How much does the performance coupe cost?

2016 Subaru WRX, 2016 Subaru WRX STI, New HID Hawkeye headlights

Not All Subaru WRX/STIs Are Created Equal

By Denis Flierl on May 2, 2016 - 7:57AM

Not all 2016 Subaru WRX/STI models are created equal in the global market. What do South Africa models get that US models don’t?

Porsche Plans A Restoration of A Special 924

By Will Maley on May 1, 2016 - 10:47AM

2016 marks the fortieth anniversary of one of the most underrated Porsche models, the 924. This model was the first production Porsche model to feature a water-cooled engine and would be the precursor to the 944 and 968. To celebrate this milestone, Porsche is undertaking a restoration project on a special 924.

Nissan NV Cargo van, drifting like a Nissan GT-R

Watch Chris Forsberg Drift A Nissan NV Cargo Van [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 1, 2016 - 7:45AM

Can a Nissan NV Cargo van drift like a Nissan GT-R or 370Z? Pro driver Chris Forsberg gives it a try.

5 Reasons Why Subaru Outback is Hottest-Selling Car in U.S.

By Denis Flierl on May 1, 2016 - 7:30AM

The 2016 Subaru Outback is moving off dealer lots quicker than any other car in the US. How long does it hang around?

Honda’s Acura Division celebrates 30 years as a U.S. brand

By Parks McCants on April 30, 2016 - 3:57PM

The last week in April marks the 30th Anniversary of Honda’s Acura Division, a mostly ”made in America” premium car and light truck brand that continues to buck the automotive trend.

How Students Can Become ASE Certified Subaru WRX STI Mechanics

By Denis Flierl on April 30, 2016 - 8:52AM

How would you like to be trained to work on a new 2016 Subaru WRX STI? Subaru will help you if you live in NJ.

BMW M2 Takes On Wild and Wacky One Lap of America

By Denis Flierl on April 30, 2016 - 7:23AM

The new BMW M2 will take on the 2016 One Lap of America. Can it win?

2017 Honda Ridgeline comes to market with segment topping MPG

By Parks McCants on April 29, 2016 - 6:53PM

While fuel economy may be secondary for many light duty pickup truck owners, 2017 Ridgeline comes to market with surprising fuel efficiency, in fact, the best for V6 power in the compact truck segment.

Ford Could be Working on a New Mustang Mach 1

By Patrick Rall on April 29, 2016 - 2:13PM

A video has been captured showing what some believe could be the new Ford Mustang Mach 1 and while we don’t have anything concrete on this possible future trimline, rumors suggest that it will bridge the performance gap between the Mustang GT and the Shelby GT350.

Driving the Dodge Challenger, Charger and Viper at the Bondurant SRT Experience

By Patrick Rall on April 29, 2016 - 1:35PM

Earlier this week I got to check something off of my bucket list after attending the new SRT Experience at Bondurant Racing School, where I spent the day pushing the Hellcat Challenger, the Hellcat Charger, the Viper TA2.0 and a handful of other high performance Dodge products to their limits – all under the watchful eye of the school’s world renown race instructors.

Will German Money Help Jump-Start EV Sales?

Will German Money Help Jump-Start Tesla, VW, BMW EV Sales?

By John Goreham on April 29, 2016 - 12:15PM

Germany’s electric vehicle population is far below that of the U.S. Will pouring money on the problem help solve it?

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