Automotive News (Page 704)

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.

$650 Gets You Half Day At the Track With BMW M2

By Denis Flierl on April 6, 2016 - 8:52AM

Would you like to spend 3 hours at the track with the new BMW M2?

Subaru Legacy Makes Splash in KBB’s “Best Sedan Under $25K”

By Denis Flierl on April 6, 2016 - 7:51AM

Kelley Blue Book picks the best affordable new sedans in the 10 Best Sedans Under $25,000. Why did they pick the 2016 Subaru Legacy?

Honda Performance slide in Indycar is not for lack of talent or engineering [Video]

By Parks McCants on April 5, 2016 - 9:43PM

For years Honda was the official engine provider to the Indycar race circuit. Today Chevrolet and Honda split the field, with Honda powered competitors too often viewed in Chevy’s rear view mirror.

Can the 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid’s Odd AWD System Really Handle Snow?

By John Goreham on April 5, 2016 - 3:52PM

Toyota’s RAV4 Hybrid has an unusual all-wheel drive setup. How does it do in harsh New England weather?

Vaughn Gittin Jr Shows Off His Newest Ford Mustang Drift Car

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2016 - 2:33PM

Vaughn Gittin Jr has a new Ford Mustang drift car for the 2016 season and ahead of the start of the Formula Drift season this weekend in Long Beach, the former champ made a short video showing the new Monster Energy muscle car action.

First 2017 Corvette Grand Sport Headed to Auction for Breast Cancer Charity

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2016 - 12:31PM

The very first 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport built for the public will be auctioned off this Friday at the Barrett Jackson Palm Beach auction, with the proceeds going to the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute at Wayne State University in Detroit – which will be accompanied by a $400,000 contribution from the GM Foundation.

Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class, Mercedes-Benz, GLS-Class

Mercedes Says A Maybach SUV is Possible

By Will Maley on April 5, 2016 - 9:40AM

With the relaunch of the Maybach nameplate on the Mercedes-Maybach S600, talk has been swirling around the next vehicle.

Bentley Continental GT Speed Black Edition

Bentley Decides to Add More Speed to the Continental GT Speed

By Will Maley on April 5, 2016 - 8:50AM

If there is one thing the Bentley Continental GT Speed isn't lacking, it's power. But Bentley thought it would be a good idea to add more power.

Future Vehicles: 2018 Subaru Crosstrek PHEV

By Denis Flierl on April 5, 2016 - 8:48AM

Subaru announced organizational and management changes that reflect their new electrified division. What is coming?

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.

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