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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.

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Mercedes-Benz Gives the 2016 GLA Class Some Small Updates

By Will Maley on December 21, 2015 - 9:51AM

Even though it was introduced back in 2014, the GLA-Class is now the second-oldest model in Mercedes-Benz's utility lineup. The German automaker thought it was time to give the GLA some small updates.

Colin McRae’s dominating tribute STI on display at Autosport International

By Denis Flierl on December 21, 2015 - 7:51AM

The Subaru WRX STI that was built to tribute racing great Colin McRae will be on display for rally fans. Where can fans see the STI?

Big Technology Underscores Infiniti VR V6 Engines In the New Q50

By Aaron Turpen on December 20, 2015 - 9:21PM

When Infiniti unveiled the heavily updated Q50 sedan this week, the biggest changes were all under the hood. Including a completely new engine series for the premium sedan.

Subaru Switzerland sends American STI fans warm WRXmas greetings

By Denis Flierl on December 20, 2015 - 7:32AM

Subaru fans in Switzerland love the 2016 Subaru WRX STI as much as American performance enthusiasts. They send WRXmas wishes.

HondaPro Jason: No Honda Civic Si for 2016

By Parks McCants on December 19, 2015 - 2:29PM

American Honda Motors will not market a Civic Si available in any variant for 2016. Here’s why.

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How Much Would You Pay For The 2 Millionth Land Rover Defender?

By Will Maley on December 19, 2015 - 11:52AM

What do you think is the price for the 2 Millionth Land Rover Defender, $40,000, $80,000 or maybe $125,000?

Video: Lasek drives WRX STI Nurburgring-winning car at secret track

By Denis Flierl on December 19, 2015 - 9:42AM

Watch Bucky Lasek get a rare opportunity to visit STI facilities in Japan and drive the Subaru WRX STI Nurburgring-winning car. At STI’s secret test track?

Sport Package doesn’t get Crosstrek any closer to an STI

By Denis Flierl on December 19, 2015 - 7:43AM

Subaru is offering some STI-branded accessories for the 2016 Crosstrek. Will performance enthusiasts see a Crosstrek STI soon?

2017 Honda Ridgeline Teaser may reveal separate truck bed assembly

By Parks McCants on December 19, 2015 - 1:18AM

Looking to the teaser image, a couple of question arise as to Ridgeline platform engineering. Ridgeline's integrated cargo bed may be a thing of the past.

Acura 2017 NSX priced as anticipated

By Parks McCants on December 19, 2015 - 12:09AM

As to be expected, the most advanced vehicle in Acura history comes with a premium price tag.

Acura teases ‘Precision Concept Car’ prior to 2016 Detroit Auto Show reveal

By Parks McCants on December 18, 2015 - 11:11PM

Acura teases the latest Precision Concept prior to its 2016 Detroit North American International Auto Show reveal.

Steeda Offers a 777hp Ford Mustang GT Police Package

By Patrick Rall on December 18, 2015 - 4:43PM

While some police forces around the country use Ford Mustang as pursuit vehicles, the Ford Taurus generally gets far more attention for its special service capabilities, but for those police officers who need a police which will run down pretty much anything on the road on the United States – Steeda now offers a police package for the Mustang GT that packs 777 horsepower.

Watch how 2016 Chevy Colorado maneuvers through some rocks

By Armen Hareyan on December 18, 2015 - 4:15PM

Take a look how the 2016 Duramax Chevrolet Colorado is being tested and maneuvers through some rocks in the desert on day 2 of our 4x4 of the year test.

Simple Ideas To Improve EV Charging Efficiency: Show Level of Charge and Completion Time

By Armen Hareyan on December 18, 2015 - 1:02PM

Few days ago I reported on how multi charge setups can speedup and improve electric car charging efficiency. Here is how EV owners responded sharing some useful insights.

Meet the First 10-Second 2016 Chevrolet Camaro (Video)

By Patrick Rall on December 18, 2015 - 11:32AM

Less than a month after the first 2016 Chevrolet Camaro was delivered, one owner has already put their 6th generation GM muscle car well into the 10-second quarter mile range – making it the first 2016 Camaro to run in the 10s and for now, the quickest 6th gen in the world.

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Here Is How Volkswagen Is Planning To Cut Down On the Number of Lawsuits Against It

By Will Maley on December 18, 2015 - 10:54AM

Volkswagen is taking a page from General Motors' playbook on dealing with a massive mess.

3 ways BMW X4 M40i delivers for performance enthusiasts

By Denis Flierl on December 18, 2015 - 9:36AM

The new BMW X4 M40i is making its world debut in Detroit. Why is it going to be a performance enthusiasts dream SUV?

First real towing test for new 2016 Chevrolet Silverado

By Armen Hareyan on December 18, 2015 - 8:00AM

Man buys a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado and puts it to towing test in Australia pulling approximately 10000 lb up a very steep gravel road.

BMW M2 to make highly anticipated global debut at NAIAS

By Denis Flierl on December 18, 2015 - 7:10AM

The all-new 2016 BMW M2 will finally make its world reveal at NAIAS. What other performance model makes its global debut in Detroit?

Video Shows How 2016 Chevrolet Colorado Duramax Is Being Tested

By Armen Hareyan on December 17, 2015 - 9:33PM

Take a look and see how Four Wheeler Magazine puts the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado Duramax to test during Four Wheeler of the Year testing event. Would you put a new Colorado truck to such a test?

Amazing 2015 Lexus RC 350 F Sport AWD Winter Image

The 2015 Lexus RC 350 F Sport AWD Winter Image You Just Have To See

By John Goreham on December 17, 2015 - 4:07PM

This image of an RC 350 F Sport AWD in the snow will inspire you to head out this winter.

Lexus NX 200t top internet search according to Google

New Lexus NX is top premium vehicle internet search for 2015

By John Goreham on December 17, 2015 - 3:18PM

According to Google, more people were interested in the Lexus NX than any other premium model. Don’t tell Consumer Reports.

Chrysler Trademarks Cuda Again, But Don't Get Your Hopes Up

By Patrick Rall on December 17, 2015 - 2:48PM

The Chrysler Group has once again successfully extended their trademark of the term Cuda, but I don’t believe that the latest filing should cause anyone to get their hopes up for a new high performance muscle car sporting the Cuda name – at least not anytime soon.

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The End Is Nigh For The Phaeton

By Will Maley on December 17, 2015 - 1:51PM

Volkswagen's flagship Phaeton won't be around much longer.

Camaro VS Everybody Apparel Arrives for Christmas

By Patrick Rall on December 17, 2015 - 1:44PM

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro is currently shipping to all corners of the United States and whether or not the Camaro lover in your life is buying a next gen GM muscle car, a cool new apparel lineup has arrived – with the Camaro VS Everybody line coming from the popular Detroit VS Everybody brand.

Ford F150 Could Become the Segment's Most Efficient with a Land Rover Diesel

By Patrick Rall on December 17, 2015 - 12:56PM

A Land Rover diesel V6 might be Ford’s answer to making the F150 more efficient than the Ram 1500 EcoDiesel and while the EcoBoost engines have made Ford the most fuel efficient gas-powered pickup – a small diesel in the F150 could make it the most fuel efficient half ton truck in the segment.

Why You Might Not See As Many 'Driveless' Cars In Calfornia

By Will Maley on December 17, 2015 - 10:42AM

California's Department of Motor Vehicles wants to make it harder for 'Driverless' Vehicles to appear on the road.

Autocar Learns About What Engines Will Power the Next Boxster and Cayman

By Will Maley on December 17, 2015 - 9:42AM

A first ride in the next Porsche Boxster gives us some ideas of what engine will power it.

A Brilliant and Simple Idea To Improve Charging Station Efficiency for Electric Car Drivers

By Armen Hareyan on December 17, 2015 - 9:03AM

Here is a case. Electric car is parked at a charging station and fully charged. It has been two hours and the owner has not returned yet. Other EVs are not able to charge. What do you do? Here is, what I think a brilliant and a very simple idea charging stations can implement to improve EV charging efficient and avoid issues like this.

3 Things We Will See Happen, If People Show Demand For Electric Cars

By Armen Hareyan on December 17, 2015 - 8:30AM

EPA estimate shows the cost of electric cars exceeds the social cost of carbon. If we want to reduce emissions by 80 percent by 2050 governments need to almost completely remove carbon from transportation, this means from electric cars like Nissan LEAF, Tesla Model S, Chevy Volt, BMW i3 or Prius Plug In. How do we reconcile this?

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