Automotive News (Page 698)

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 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.

2017 Volkswagen Amarok Boasts A Facelift, New Engine

By Will Maley on May 6, 2016 - 9:53AM

Many people have been clamoring Volkswagen to bring the Amarok pickup to the U.S. Volkswagen has now introduced an updated Amarok that will only make more people wanting this truck.

Honda Motors Alabama fires up 2017 Ridgeline truck production

By Parks McCants on May 5, 2016 - 11:57PM

Good news for past and future Honda Ridgeline fans. Today, May 5, 2016 marks the birthdate of the reinvented Ridgeline -- hometown -- Lincoln Alabama U.S.A..

2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma Leaf Spring Recall Details

2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma Leaf Spring Recall - Five Key Facts to Know

By John Goreham on May 5, 2016 - 4:35PM

Here are the details of this important Toyota Tacoma and Pre-Runer recall still under way including when you can expect help.

Honda effectively reinvents midsize truck segment with 2017 Ridgeline

By Parks McCants on May 5, 2016 - 1:27PM

With the return of 2017 Honda Ridgeline to market following a two year hiatus, there will arguably be nothing else quite like it on the market.

Ram is the Official Truck of the 142nd Kentucky Derby

By Patrick Rall on May 5, 2016 - 12:22PM

The 142nd running of the Kentucky Derby is this weekend and whether you watch the race on TV or attend in person, the Ram Truck brand will be prominently featured as the exclusive automotive partner of the Kentucky Derby and Churchill Downs.

Volvo's S60 Cross Country Is Now A Rarity In Great Britain

By Will Maley on May 5, 2016 - 11:12AM

Despite going on sale last year, Volvo has decided to pull the S60 Cross Country from the United Kingdom due to poor sales.

Tesla Needs 3 Pieces Before 500K Model 3s Roll Off The Production Line

By Jason Cobb on May 5, 2016 - 9:51AM

Tesla confirms they are on track to deliver the Model 3 in late 2017 and increase their production capacity to 500,000 vehicles by 2018.

Rumored: The Jaguar XF Wagon Lives?!

By Will Maley on May 5, 2016 - 9:51AM

It was only a few weeks ago that we reported that Jaguar was getting out of the wagon game.

Hellcat Challengers and the Viper ACR Shine in the Bondurant Promo Video

By Patrick Rall on May 4, 2016 - 2:32PM

Last week I was lucky enough to drive the Dodge Viper, the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat and a handful of other high performance Dodge vehicles at the Bondurant and today, I bring you a look at the awesome promotional video that we were shown prior to the beginning of our pre-race classroom session.

2016 Lexus RX 450h Is the Green Vehicle of Texas

By John Goreham on May 4, 2016 - 2:03PM

Lexus RX 450h hybrid takes home the win at the annual roundup.

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?

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