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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.

Hear the BMW M2 MotoGP Engine Roar [Video]

By Denis Flierl on February 14, 2016 - 7:16AM

Listen to the 2016 BMW M2 MotoGP safety car as it gets ready for the race season.

The Fuel-Stingy 2016 Crosstrek You Won’t Find in U.S. Showrooms

By Denis Flierl on February 14, 2016 - 7:05AM

You can buy a 2.0-liter gas boxer 2016 Subaru Crosstrek in the U.S., but not the fuel-stingy 2.0-liter turbodiesel. What 3 things set it apart?

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What Makes This Lamborghini Going On The Auction Block So Special?

By Will Maley on February 13, 2016 - 12:07PM

Seeing a Lamborghini Diablo going up on the auction is nothing really special. But this particular Diablo possibly has a special story.

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The Under 90 Second History of the 911

By Will Maley on February 13, 2016 - 11:36AM

Trying to summarize the 50 plus year history of the Porsche 911 is a huge ask for anyone. Doing it in 90 seconds seems impossible.

2016 Pure Red Special Edition Subaru Crosstrek

This 2016 Subaru Crosstrek Will Make You See Red [Full Gallery]

By Denis Flierl on February 13, 2016 - 9:15AM

The 2016 Pure Red Special Edition Subaru Crosstrek broke cover at the Chicago Auto Show this week. Check out the full gallery.

Historic Subaru Impreza WRX STI WRC Car is For Sale Now [video]

By Denis Flierl on February 13, 2016 - 7:00AM

How would you like to own a piece of WRC history? This historic Subaru WRX STI is for sale and was driven by Colin McRae and Petter Holberg.

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Mercedes-Benz Introduces A Sprinter for the Worker

By Will Maley on February 12, 2016 - 11:43AM

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is considered one of the best cargo vans on sale today. One problem that drives a number of people away from the Sprinter is the high starting price of $37,490. But Mercedes-Benz has a solution and they revealed it yesterday at Chicago Auto Show.

2016 Toyota Highlander Just Keeps Winning Awards

By John Goreham on February 12, 2016 - 11:24AM

This week, the Highlander won two awards. Here’s why.

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Kia Introduces Their First Dedicated Hybrid

By Will Maley on February 12, 2016 - 9:42AM

Kia has offered a hybrid version of the Optima sedan for a few years now. But they never had a model that was built solely as a hybrid. That changed yesterday at the Chicago Auto Show as Kia pulled the covers off a new dedicated hybrid model.

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Best Sports Car For the Money – U.S. News

By John Goreham on February 12, 2016 - 9:39AM

U.S. News and World Report ranks the 2016 Miata ahead of all other sports cars.

2016 Subaru WRX STI NR4 Wins Another International Race

By Denis Flierl on February 12, 2016 - 8:49AM

JRM’s NR4-spec 2016 Subaru WRX STI rally car has even more international success. What race did it win?

Watch Pro Biker Drive Subaru Crosstrek Like a Rally Car [Video]

By Denis Flierl on February 12, 2016 - 7:56AM

Check out what a Pro Biker and rally car racer does in the mountains with his 2016 Subaru Crosstrek. [Video]

The 2017 Ram Power Wagon Debuts in Chicago with a New Look

By Patrick Rall on February 11, 2016 - 10:15PM

The Ram Power Wagon has always been the most capable truck in the heavy duty segment, but at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show, this rugged off-roader gets a facelift that includes new graphics, a new grille, new wheels and the same go-anywhere capabilities.

2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro vs. TRD Off-Road Explained In 1 Image

By John Goreham on February 11, 2016 - 5:22PM

This one picture we created shows you the main difference between the two Tacoma TRD models.

The 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Goes PRO in Chicago

By Patrick Rall on February 11, 2016 - 2:50PM

Toyota has grown their TRD PRO lineup at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show, with the 2017 Tacoma joining the Tundra and 4Runner in offering a rugged off-road package – one which is even more capable than the current Tacoma TRD Off-Road.

2017 Honda Ridgeline comes to Chicago Auto Show fully accessorized

By Parks McCants on February 11, 2016 - 9:51AM

Wasting no time in presenting customization options for the 2nd generation 2017 Ridgeline Pickup, Honda rolls into Chicago with some bling.

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Spyker Teases Their Geneva Showing

By Will Maley on February 11, 2016 - 9:45AM

Spyker has been brought back from the brink of bankruptcy and to celebrate this, the sports car builder released a teaser photo of their showing at Geneva.

2 New M Performance Parts for M2 Improve Track Performance [Video]

By Denis Flierl on February 11, 2016 - 9:19AM

New M Performance Parts for the BMW M2 are announced. Are they more than just for visual appeal?

Subaru WRX/STI Gets Residual Value Award For 5th Time in 8 Years

By Denis Flierl on February 11, 2016 - 7:15AM

The 2016 Subaru WRX and WRX STI hold their value better than any other sports car. It’s not the first time for WRX/STI.

Honda retains 2016 Civic Coupe bodyline for 2017 concept hatchback

By Parks McCants on February 10, 2016 - 9:09PM

While attending the recent San Diego press introduction of 2016 Honda Civic Coupe, the handwriting was on the wall.

2016 Acura TLX rated ‘top value’ by KBB.com

By Parks McCants on February 10, 2016 - 8:04PM

These days it’s tough to keep up with the accolades and awards being presented to the (mostly) “Made in America” Acura precision lineup of cars, crossovers and SUV's.

EPA’s Targeting Of Performance Cars Has Performance Community Angry

EPA’s Targeting Of Track Cars Has Performance Community Angry

By John Goreham on February 10, 2016 - 4:50PM

Will the new EPA rule mean the end of the performance car culture?

The 2017 Camaro 1LE Debuts in Chicago for V8 and V6 Models

By Patrick Rall on February 10, 2016 - 2:48PM

As we speculated last week, the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 1LE package will debut tomorrow at the 2016 Chicago International Auto Show, but as a nice surprise, the newest 1LE package is offered for both the V6 and V8 models – bringing superior handling capabilities to the masses.

Bentley Is Giving Electric Powertrains the Once-over

By Will Maley on February 10, 2016 - 2:01PM

Volkswagen is doing it. Audi is in the process of getting one ready. Porsche has given the codename to theirs. Bentley is considering it. All of these have a connecting thread, want to guess what that might be?

2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road Review – Daily Driving Test

By John Goreham on February 10, 2016 - 10:09AM

How well does the Tacoma TRD Off-Road 4x4 Double Cab tackle the easy stuff?

Volvo Wagon Fans! Mark Your Calendars For February 18th!

By Will Maley on February 10, 2016 - 10:01AM

Very few automakers are known for wagons, but Volvo has produced some of most iconic ones: The 122 Amazon, 1800 ES, 240, 850R, and V70 to name a few. On February 18th, Volvo plans on adding to that history.

New Pure Red Special Edition Subaru Crosstrek Debuts in Chicago

By Denis Flierl on February 10, 2016 - 8:14AM

Subaru announces a new special limited edition 2016 Crosstrek. Do you like Pure Red? This crossover will grab your attention.

Track-Ready M2 Rolls With Special MotoGP Safety Car Livery

By Denis Flierl on February 10, 2016 - 6:59AM

The 2016 BMW M2 gets the special Moto GP Safety Car livery and upgrades. What special effects does it get?

2016 Acura MDX earns ‘Best Car for the Money’ honors

By Parks McCants on February 9, 2016 - 9:33PM

It’s nice to read that our fellow automotive journalist agree with the Acura-Torque News assessment of 2016 Acura MDX. Awesome! Here’s the rest of the story.

2016 Lexus NX 200t Best Compact Luxury SUV For the Money – U.S. News

By John Goreham on February 9, 2016 - 2:11PM

The 2016 Lexus X 200t earns a new award to go along with strong sales.

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