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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.

Introducing the 2016 Ram 1500 Yellow Rose of Texas Edition

By Patrick Rall on March 16, 2016 - 1:54PM

The Chrysler Group has just announced a new limited edition package for the 2016 Ram 1500 with an unusual name and an eye-catching color – with the Yellow Rose of Texas Edition Ram arriving at dealerships around the Lone Star State beginning in April.

2017 Camaro ZL1 Packs More Power, Less Weight and 10 Gears

By Patrick Rall on March 16, 2016 - 11:34AM

As expected, General Motors pulled the wraps off of the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 this morning and while the new ZL1 features the supercharged LT4 engine and the high tech handling system that we predicted, the new 10-speed automatic transmission is one feature that no one predicts – and it could go a long way in making this 640hp muscle an even nastier beast.

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Australia Gets Their Fastest Police Car To Date

By Will Maley on March 16, 2016 - 9:57AM

With the Ford Falcon and Holden Commodore on their way out, Australian police departments are scrambling to find replacements to use as police cars. Police in Victoria are trying out a vehicle that is not only the fastest but the most expensive.

Which 2 Subarus Are Most Likely To Go 200,000 Miles?

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2016 - 7:45AM

According to a study done by iSeeCars, 2 Subarus make the top 10 longest-lasting cars list. Which 2 are at the top?

New WRX STI Rally Car Smell Wears Off Fast

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2016 - 6:45AM

When you get David Higgins and Travis Pastrana behind the wheel of a new 2016 Subaru WRX STI rally car, the new car smell wears off fast.

2016 Mazda Vehicles Win Big With New York Daily News

By John Goreham on March 15, 2016 - 5:44PM

Mazda won every possible category. Here’s why.

A New Member of the Audi A5 Is Coming

By Will Maley on March 15, 2016 - 4:11PM

When the next-generation Audi A5 arrives in the U.S. sometime in the second quarter of 2017, it will feature a new body style.

Toyota's Autonomous Vehicle Team Makes a Key Acquisition

By John Goreham on March 15, 2016 - 3:47PM

Toyota’s driverless vehicle team additions signal a final push for the finish.

Chevrolet Teases New Supercharged Camaro with Flowtie (Video)

By Patrick Rall on March 15, 2016 - 1:04PM

Chevrolet has rolled out a new teaser video showing what I believe is the 6th generation Chevrolet Camaro in ZL1 form, with the whine of a supercharger clearly audible as we watch this car eat up the track from behind the unique “flowtie” grille emblem.

Dodge Dart, Chrysler 200 Could Live On with New Production Facilities

By Patrick Rall on March 15, 2016 - 12:17PM

A few weeks back we discussed the report that the Dodge Dart and Chrysler 200 would come to an end after the current generation, but a new report suggests that both of these cars could live on into the future – except they could be built by a 3rd party rather than being built at Chrysler production facilities.

Mercedes-Benz's New Truck To Arrive In Late 2017

By Will Maley on March 15, 2016 - 9:41AM

Mercedes-Benz said they were planning to launch a new pickup truck before 2020. They're staying true to that promise.

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Why Subaru Forester and Impreza Are Top 10 Picks

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2016 - 8:25AM

The 2016 Subaru Forester and Impreza make the Consumer Reports Top 10 Picks of 2016 List. What 4 things set them apart?

Subaru WRX STI is Ready For "Fast and Furious 8"

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2016 - 8:02AM

Will a 2016 Subaru WRX STI get trashed in the new Fast and Furious movie?

Will the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth be slower than Mazda Miata?

By John Goreham on March 14, 2016 - 4:11PM

Many people like the idea of a Fiat 124 with more power, but what if it isn’t faster than a Miata?

All New Shelby Mustang Buyers Get Free Track Instruction

By Patrick Rall on March 14, 2016 - 1:02PM

Ford Motor Company has announced that every buyer of the 2016 Shelby GT350 or GT350R Mustang will get a free day’s worth of instruction from the Ford Performance Racing School at Utah Motorsports Campus – allowing the company to help owners get the most out of the best-handling Mustang ever.

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Go Mango is the New Orange for the 2016 SRT Challenger and Charger

By Patrick Rall on March 14, 2016 - 11:45AM

The newest high impact color for the Dodge Challenger and Charger has been introduced, with the latest rendition of Go Mango joining the color palate for the 2016 SRT 392 and SRT Hellcat versions of the popular Mopar muscle cars – and this new orange hue is available for order today.

Hennessey's HPE750 Camaro Runs 10s, Tops 200 and Fights Hellcats

By Patrick Rall on March 14, 2016 - 11:05AM

The folks at Hennessey Performance have cooked up a large collection of high performance packages for the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS, but the HPE750 package allows the 6th gen Camaro to lay down performance numbers that should beat the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat.

Three Important Changes to 2017 Highlander Just Announced by Toyota

By John Goreham on March 14, 2016 - 10:41AM

The 2017 Toyota Highlander will be on display this week with three big changes.

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Where is the Maserati Alferi?

By Will Maley on March 14, 2016 - 10:05AM

At the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, Maserati revealed a sharp looking coupe concept called the Alferi. Designed to compete against the 911, the Alferi was expected to go on sale in 2016. But it was pushed back by two years. Now there are concerns that the Alferi has been delayed again or even canceled.

Your Chance To Own A Very Rare Lamborghini

By Will Maley on March 14, 2016 - 9:20AM

It isn't every day that a limited-edition supercar goes for up sale, especially one for which there are only three ever built.

Subaru Suspends WRX Sales in Russia

By Denis Flierl on March 14, 2016 - 8:19AM

Subaru is suspending sales of the 2016 WRX in Russia. Why are the Russians getting the STI and not WRX?

Molly’s Subaru WRX STI Says Do More

By Denis Flierl on March 14, 2016 - 8:07AM

Molly Taylor will be driving the new 2016 Subaru WRX STI as they return to rallying in Australia. What does Subaru want you to do?

Why 2016 KIa Soul earns ‘Best Cars for Families’ Award

By Parks McCants on March 13, 2016 - 11:57PM

The difference that is 2016 Kia Soul begins with the interior image pictured above. How did Soul beat out Honda Civic, HR-V, Ford Escort and others for top family honors?

Higgins and Pastrana Return in New Subaru WRX STIs

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2016 - 6:52AM

Higgins and Pastrana get new 2016 WRX STIs for their return to the Rally America Championship.

How 2016 Honda CR-V won 'Best Choice for Families' honors

By Parks McCants on March 12, 2016 - 10:16PM

When compared to Mazda CX-5 and Hyundai Tucson, 2016 Honda CR-V came out on top. What makes this 2-row SUV a U.S.News & World Reports a “Best Choice for Families” winner?

Volkswagen's Dealers Want An End to the Madness

By Will Maley on March 12, 2016 - 12:50PM

Aside from Volkswagen, the hardest group hit by the diesel emission scandal are Volkswagen's dealers. With the departure of Volkswagen of America's CEO and President this week, something has snapped in dealers and they want answers.