Automotive News (Page 692)

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.

2016 Subaru WRX, 2016 Subaru Forester XT

Subaru Recall: 2015-2016 WRX and Forester XT For Faulty Turbo Intake

By Denis Flierl on April 5, 2016 - 6:58AM

Subaru is recalling certain 2015-2016 WRX and 2015-2016 Forester XT models for a defective turbo air intake. Is your car on the list?

The Dodge Hellcat Lucifer Video is an April Fool's Joke

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2016 - 4:21PM

A video was released by the folks at Hot Rod Magazine showing what they claimed to be the next generation Dodge Hellcat engine, but this “Lucifer” engine is actually a Mercedes Benz M278 engine from an older AMG model that is being used as part of an elaborate April Fool’s Day joke.

Volkswagen Puts Their U.S. Dealers At Ease (Somewhat)

By Will Maley on April 4, 2016 - 3:52PM

Volkswagen's U.S. dealers have been wanting to know that the German automaker has their back ever since the diesel emission scandal broke. They got some of that reassurance this weekend.

Some 2016 Honda Civic owners report a quality glitch or two

By Parks McCants on April 4, 2016 - 3:28PM

As with all first production runs, some buyers will report a quality glitch or two. How’s your 2016 Civic production quality?

GeigerCars Tunes the 2016 Mustang GT to 820hp

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2016 - 2:42PM

The German tuning experts at GeigerCars has announced a new package for the 2016 Ford Mustang GT, which adds a unique exterior appearance and engine modifications that lead to 820 horsepower – along with a price tag that starts just shy of $125k in US dollars.

2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible Named 2016 Indy 500 Festival Car

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2016 - 1:02PM

The new 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible will serve as the Official Festival Car for the 2016 Indianapolis 500, with 33 examples built for folks involved with the legendary race to drive around town ahead of the running of the race on May 29th.

2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid replaces lost Prius Sales

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Answers Question - Where Have Prius Sales Gone?

By John Goreham on April 4, 2016 - 1:02PM

Toyota Prius sales have dipped, but Toyota’s hybrid sales remain stronger than one might think.

U.S. specification 2016 Honda Fit not included in latest recall

By Parks McCants on April 4, 2016 - 12:56PM

We begin our Monday news day with the headline above, and wish to extend some peace of mind to our North America Honda Fit driving friends. Your vehicle is not included in the latest recall initiative.

Mazda Drive For Good Brings Big Check to the Sunshine Grand Prix

By John Goreham on April 4, 2016 - 9:15AM

Mazda’s Drive For Good supports St. Josephs Hospital in Tampa, Florida.

2018 Tesla Model 3 Will Have to Succeed Without Federal Tax Rebate

By John Goreham on April 4, 2016 - 9:08AM

The Tesla Model 3 most buyers take home won’t come with the $7,500 tax rebate. Here’s why.

2017 Volvo S60 and V60 Polestar Boast More Power

By Will Maley on April 4, 2016 - 9:04AM

Volvo's Polestar performance division has announced updated versions of the S60 and V60 Polestar.

2017 Chevy Bolt vs. Tesla Model 3 Detailed Comparison

By John Goreham on April 4, 2016 - 8:48AM

Facts, figures, and the promises of the two most exciting battery electric vehicles on the horizon: 2017 Chevy Bolt vs. Tesla Model 3.

New WRX STI Isle of Man Killer Seen Testing

By Denis Flierl on April 4, 2016 - 7:47AM

Is a new 2016 Subaru WRX STI being built to break the 2014 Isle of Man record?

Subaru Levorgs Get Points in First BTCC Start

By Denis Flierl on April 4, 2016 - 7:34AM

The new Subaru Levorg BTTC cars get points in the first race. Where did the sports tourers finish?

BMW M2 Could Be Assembled In Russia

By Denis Flierl on April 3, 2016 - 7:53AM

Sales of the BMW M2 Coupe begin this month in Russia. Could the new performance car be assembled there too?

Headlight Ratings: BMW 3 Series Will Keep You In the Dark

By Denis Flierl on April 2, 2016 - 7:56AM

The IIHS rates headlights for their effectiveness. Why does the popular BMW 3 Series get rated the worst of any automaker?

Subaru WRX STI Runs Blistering Hot

By Denis Flierl on April 2, 2016 - 7:40AM

The 2016 Subaru WRX and WRX STI performance sedans help Subaru achieve another record month.

Acura ILX sedan and RDX crossover drive division sales in March [Video]

By Parks McCants on April 1, 2016 - 1:54PM

The refreshed brand portal vehicle compact ILX sedan and 2-row crossover RDX drive Acura Division sales for March.

Successor for Jaguar XK Shown the Door

By Will Maley on April 1, 2016 - 1:14PM

Jaguar had planned to launch a successor for the XK coupe and convertible after production ended in 2015. Now those plans have been shelved.

Honda Civic sales up 28% for new March record

By Parks McCants on April 1, 2016 - 1:01PM

With the reinvented 10th generation 2016 Honda Civic setting sales records 3 months running, American Honda Motors is on a roll!

Ford Mustang Outsells Challenger and Camaro Combined in March

By Patrick Rall on April 1, 2016 - 12:17PM

The Ford Mustang continued its dominance of the muscle car sales charts in March, selling more units than the Chevrolet Camaro and the Dodge Challenger combined, and extending an early lead over the competitors in their year’s sales race.

Subaru Introduces High-Performance Business Helmet

By Denis Flierl on April 1, 2016 - 11:00AM

Subaru just announced a new helmet for high-performance business enthusiasts. Is this thing for real?

Tesla Model 3 Will Kill EV sales for two years.

Why Tesla Model 3 Will Devastate EV Sales Through 2018

By John Goreham on April 1, 2016 - 10:52AM

EV sales are about to dive. Who would buy another EV with the Tesla Model 3 around the corner?

BMW M2 Accolades Start Rolling In

By Denis Flierl on April 1, 2016 - 7:25AM

The new 2016 BMW M2 Coupe hasn’t even launched and it’s already getting awards. Where did the Coupe get its first global award?

Viper Nurburgring Record Could Be Coming, Speed Limits Axed

By Patrick Rall on March 31, 2016 - 5:35PM

We should be closer than ever to seeing a new Nürburgring Nordschleife track record for the Dodge Viper ACR as when the track opens for the 2016 season, the speed limits set last season following a fatal accident last year will be no more.

Chevrolet Camaro, Colorado Welcome Detroit Tigers Fans to Comerica Park

By Patrick Rall on March 31, 2016 - 4:55PM

The Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Colorado are both heavily awarded vehicles, and as part of the Chevrolet Fountain display in center field of the Detroit Tigers stadium, the two hot Chevy products will be on display for the team’s home opener on Friday, April 8th against the New York Yankees.

1st Thousand UK Ford Mustang Buyers Prefer the V8, Manual, Coupe and Red Paint

By Patrick Rall on March 31, 2016 - 3:52PM

The 2016 Ford Mustang is the first produced at the factory in a right hand drive configuration, leading to strong sales in the UK and with more than a thousand new Mustangs delivered thus far, we have a brief breakdown of the most popular features.

End of the Road for the Volkswagen Phaeton

By Will Maley on March 31, 2016 - 2:46PM

It was a sad day on March 18th as the final Phaeton rolled off the line at the Transparent Factory in Dresden, Germany.

2016 Toyota Prius Scores Much Higher Than Leaf In Safety

2016 Toyota Prius Tops EVs In Safety

By John Goreham on March 31, 2016 - 11:07AM

The Prius earns the highest possible safety rating. Will EVs try to catch up?

What Is the Dream Project for Genesis' Designers?

By Will Maley on March 31, 2016 - 10:10AM

Every automotive designer has that one dream project they would like to do. The designers at Genesis are no different.

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