Automotive News (Page 695)

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.

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Ferrari Makes the California T Handle Sharper Via A New Package

By Will Maley on January 24, 2016 - 1:23PM

Do you wish Ferrari's entry-level model had the wick just turned up a little bit? We have some very good news for you.

American Honda Week in Review: 2016 Civic, Clarity FCV, CR-V, and HR-V

By Parks McCants on January 24, 2016 - 11:54AM

The 3rd week in January was an epic period for American Honda Motor Company. Our American Honda Week in Review Begins with Civic Si

Subaru counting on 5 WRX STI improvements for repeat Nurburgring 24-hr win

By Denis Flierl on January 24, 2016 - 6:30AM

The 2016 Subaru WRX STI will attempt to win the Nurburgring 24-hr race again this year. Will 5 new improvements help them do it?

2016 Honda HR-V earns ‘Green’ Kudos as viable SUV alternative

By Parks McCants on January 23, 2016 - 2:06PM

Arguably, 2016 Honda HR-V may be the coolest SUV alternative in North America

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How first-generation Legacy changed the car shopping landscape

By Denis Flierl on January 23, 2016 - 6:17AM

The first generation Legacy broke the World Land Endurance Record on January 21, 1989. How did this world speed record set the pace for today’s cars?

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Jaguar F-Type SVR Makes An Accidental Debut

By Will Maley on January 22, 2016 - 2:56PM

If 550 horsepower isn't enough for you in the Jaguar F-Type, then we have some very good news for you.

Toyota joins nine other automakers making emergency auto-braking standard

By John Goreham on January 22, 2016 - 2:39PM

Automatic emergency braking (AEB) as standard equipment will soon be a reality.

Watch the Hellcat Jeep Grand Cherokee Launch with Obvious Blower Whine

By Patrick Rall on January 22, 2016 - 1:20PM

A videographer who was poking around one of the Chrysler Group test facilities captured footage of what is clearly a Hellcat Jeep Grand Cherokee test vehicle – giving us a chance to see and hear the supercharged SUV as it launches hard from a stop.

Lingenfelter Stage 2 Safely Adds 100hp, 100tq to the Corvette Z06

By Patrick Rall on January 22, 2016 - 12:45PM

The folks at Lingenfelter have just announced their Stage 2 package for the C7 Corvette Z06, which lifts the output by 100 horsepower and 100lb-ft of torque in a very reliable way – adding improved internal engine components rather than just jamming in a bunch more boost.

New Toyota Supra Won't Look Like This

By John Goreham on January 22, 2016 - 12:36PM

Those hoping the Toyota FT-1 and the next Supra were related may disappointed.

Volkswagen Chooses An Outsider To Lead North American Operations

By Will Maley on January 22, 2016 - 11:30AM

The person who will be leading Volkswagen's North American Operations has a difficult task ahead of them. They will be charged with strengthen the brand in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Who is the lucky person to take this position?

Add a Rear Seat to Your Shelby GT350R Mustang for $999

By Patrick Rall on January 22, 2016 - 11:05AM

The 2016 Shelby GT350R Mustang is the most track capable Ford of all time and it might just be the most track capable muscle car of all time, but it seems that some of the people buying these track-ready monsters want a rear seat – so Ford has added that option for the 2016 model year with a cost of $999.

The 2017 Audi R8 Is How Much?!

By Will Maley on January 22, 2016 - 9:15AM

If you have your heart set on a 2017 Audi R8, be prepared to have your finances in order.

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3 reasons why more Toyota and Honda owners drive away in a Subaru

By Denis Flierl on January 22, 2016 - 6:59AM

Why are there more Toyota and Honda owners buying a new 2016 Forester, Outback, Crosstrek or Impreza? There’s 3 reasons.

Ram Rebel Wins Four Wheeler Truck of the Year, Beating Tacoma, Colorado and Titan Diesel

By Patrick Rall on January 21, 2016 - 4:10PM

The Ram Rebel has been announced as Four Wheeler Magazine’s Truck of the Year, beating out the Chevy Colorado Z71 Diesel, the Nissan Titan XD PRO-4X Diesel and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road in one of the most grueling truck competitions in the industry.

Should Mazda bring back the rotary engine?

By John Goreham on January 21, 2016 - 3:45PM

Rotary engines are loved by their fans, but do they make sense?

Stock Motor 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Runs 11.1 at 125mph

By Patrick Rall on January 21, 2016 - 3:37PM

The new Ford Mustang EcoBoost offers an excellent mix of power and efficiency, but with some changes around the engine bay, the 4-cylinder Mustang will run deep into the 11 second quarter mile range – without any changes to the internal workings of the engine.

The new 10-speed automatic in the 2017 Lexus LC 500 is a shift from the past.

2017 Lexus LC 500 features next evolution of Lexus transmission

By John Goreham on January 21, 2016 - 1:07PM

The new 10-speed automatic in the 2017 Lexus LC 500 is a shift from the past.

First Video of the 2016 COPO Camaro Surfaces with Intense Burnout Action

By Patrick Rall on January 21, 2016 - 12:56PM

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro COPO drag racing package is easily the nastiest of all of the 6th gen models and the first video of the new Chevrolet race car has hit the internet – giving us an eyeful and an earful of the quickest of the 2016 Camaros cleaning off the tires before a quarter mile run.

Leno's 1-of-1 Supercharged Harley Davidson F150 Headed to Charity Auction

By Patrick Rall on January 21, 2016 - 12:23PM

Jay Leno has announced that he will auction off his 1 of 1 2000 Ford Harley Davidson F150 later this month at the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, with the proceeds going to support the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Potential Game Changer [Video]

By Parks McCants on January 21, 2016 - 11:19AM

n the words of Honda’s Mr. John Mendel, “2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell is a potential game changer.” I couldn't agree more.

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Rumored: Spyker Making A Comeback At Geneva Motor Show

By Will Maley on January 21, 2016 - 9:27AM

Dutch sports car maker Spyker cars has had a rough few years. From trying to rescue Saab after GM pulled the plug to a restructuring that left them almost bankrupt, Spyker seemed to be holding on by the slimmest of threads.

Subaru WRX STI takes on extreme desert environment: Will it win?

By Denis Flierl on January 21, 2016 - 8:03AM

The new 2016 Subaru WRX STI is running in the 2016 FIA Middle East Rally Championship. How will it handle the extreme desert conditions?

5 reasons savvy car shoppers should look at a CPO BMW 3 Series

By Denis Flierl on January 21, 2016 - 6:57AM

The BMW 3 Series is a good buy for savvy luxury car shoppers. There’s 5 reasons to check out a certified pre-owned model.

2017 Acura NSX VIN #001 to be auctioned for charity January 29

By Parks McCants on January 20, 2016 - 1:54PM

Here’s your rare opportunity to own the first production model 2017 Acura NSX hybrid supercar.

The 2016 Camaro SS is in the 9-Second Quarter Mile Range

By Patrick Rall on January 20, 2016 - 12:51PM

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS has only been reaching dealerships for a little over two months and already we have one that has blasted down the quarter mile in the 9-second range – and the “Fireball” Camaro’s record run was caught on film for unquestionable proof.

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This Could be the 2025 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat

By Patrick Rall on January 20, 2016 - 12:24PM

The Chrysler Group has announced the winner of their 2025 Dodge Hellcat design contest and Ohio high school student Ben Treinen was responsible for this wicked futuristic look at what could be the 2025 Hellcat Charger.

The 2017 Ford Raptor F150 Won't Have 600 Horsepower

By Patrick Rall on January 20, 2016 - 11:47AM

In the past few weeks, I have seen people posting in discussions about the 2017 Ford Raptor F150 that the 3.5L EcoBoost under the hood is the same 600+ horsepower mill from the new Ford GT supercar – but that isn’t going to be the case.

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Next-Generation Porsche 911 To Come With A Plug-In Hybrid Version

By Will Maley on January 20, 2016 - 9:42AM

With stricter fuel economy and emission regulations coming into effect around the world, automakers are scrambling to come up with ways of increasing mileage and performance. Porsche is no exception to this.

This is the Crosstrek STI Subaru won’t bring to production in 2016

By Denis Flierl on January 20, 2016 - 8:37AM

The Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid STI makes its debut at the Tokyo Auto Salon. If this car reaches production, it will make performance enthusiasts drool.

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