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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.

Crossover sales drive American Honda Motor Company into the record books

By Parks McCants on January 5, 2016 - 9:01PM

Not only was December 2015 a record sales month for American Honda, the Torrance, California based automotive bellwether shattered a pre-recession sales record set in 2007.

2015 Dodge Challenger Posts 2nd Best Sales Year Ever

By Patrick Rall on January 5, 2016 - 6:01PM

The sales numbers for the entire 2015 calendar year are in and last year was officially the best sales year for the modern Dodge Challenger and the second best sales year in the history of the Challenger nameplate – trailing only the 1970 Challenger.

2015 Prius Sales Surprise Bucks Green Car Trend

By John Goreham on January 5, 2016 - 4:47PM

The Prius always outsells EVs, but its December sales were almost shocking.

Tacoma is top-selling mid-size pickup for 2015 by huge margin.

Toyota Tacoma outsells all rivals combined heading into 2016

By John Goreham on January 5, 2016 - 2:54PM

2015 Was a banner year of sales for the Toyota Tacoma. The reasons Tacoma won the sales race are not what you may think..

Ford Mustang Completes Shutout of Camaro, Wins 2015 Title by 44k+

By Patrick Rall on January 5, 2016 - 1:38PM

Ford Motor Company and the 2015 Mustang did what General Motors and the Chevrolet Camaro have not been able to do over the past few years – with the mighty Mustang claiming every single monthly sales title during the course of 2015 in route to a dominating win in annual muscle car sales.

Buyer Interest In EVs Down in 2015 As Electrics Continue Decline

By John Goreham on January 5, 2016 - 1:34PM

Why don’t Americans want electric vehicles? For the same reason they didn’t want them in 1884.

Ford Silences the Critics, Posts Mind Blowing Truck Sales to End 2015

By Patrick Rall on January 5, 2016 - 12:33PM

Ford Motor Company has just announced their sales totals for December 2015 and the entire 2015 calendar year and with 85,211 F Series trucks sold in December – Ford saw its best monthly truck sales in more than a decade. So much for Americans shying away from aluminum trucks.

Bentley vehicles will offer stone veneer trim in 2016

By John Goreham on January 5, 2016 - 11:02AM

This unusual new style element could be the next step in luxury.

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Whoops! 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Is Leaked

By Will Maley on January 5, 2016 - 9:44AM

Auto show season is upon us and that means two things, new vehicles debuting and leaks of those vehicles.

10 things you didn’t know about Subaru

By Denis Flierl on January 5, 2016 - 8:05AM

Why are consumers continuing to flock to Subaru dealers for the 2016 Forester, Outback and Crosstrek models? Here’s 10 things you didn’t know about Subaru.

4 reasons why BMW's 3 Series is the Most Popular with consumers

By Denis Flierl on January 5, 2016 - 7:44AM

The 2016 BMW 3 Series is the entry-level luxury car bench mark which all others are measured. Why is it still the leader?

The Chrysler 880 is Coming to Detroit - But What is It? (Edited)

By Patrick Rall on January 4, 2016 - 4:09PM

According to the Chrysler website, the Future of the brand will be revealed on January 11th at the North American International Auto Show and based on the vague teaser image shown above, this new vehicle will be called the 880 – but what is it?

Civic Type-R buzz continues in U.S.

By Parks McCants on January 4, 2016 - 3:56PM

Despite American Honda Motors release of the first turbocharged Civic in Honda history, Honda fans won’t back off of the Type-R frenzy that topped Honda news in 2015.

Watch, Listen and Fall in Love with the Ford GT Race Car

By Patrick Rall on January 4, 2016 - 2:59PM

The Ford GT will make its on-track debut at the upcoming Roar Before the Rolex 24 event at Daytona International Speedway, but the Motor Company has already offered up a short video of the new GT race car in action and if you liked it sitting still – you will love it in action.

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Volkswagen Is Hit With A New Civil Lawsuit

By Will Maley on January 4, 2016 - 2:38PM

The hits just keep on coming at Volkswagen over their illegal cheating device used on diesel vehicles.

GM Adding 500+ Jobs to Build the 2016 Camaro

By Patrick Rall on January 4, 2016 - 2:33PM

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro is already selling like hot cakes and as a result, General Motors has added a third production shift at the Lansing Grand River facility to build the new muscle car – with more than 500 jobs being created as a result of the increased production volume.

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Mercedes-Benz Slowly Drips Information on the 2017 E-Class' Styling

By Will Maley on January 4, 2016 - 9:45AM

Before the North American Auto Show kicks off next Monday, Mercedes-Benz is letting out some small details about the next-generation E-Class.

Tesla Only Delivers 208 Model X Vehicles In Q4

By John Goreham on January 4, 2016 - 9:35AM

The automaker’s soft launch is nothing new.

Do you like your Subaru STI? 2 reasons why you can thank Boeing

By Denis Flierl on January 4, 2016 - 8:17AM

Fuji Heavy, maker of the 2016 Subaru WRX STI, also develops passenger jets. How does it benefit your STI?

Torque News Best Cars of the year – 2016 Mazda Miata Is Just Perfect

By John Goreham on January 4, 2016 - 8:13AM

Here’s why the new Mazda Miata beat the BMW i8 and Alfa 4C to earn this writer’s vote.

2016 Acura predictions: looking beyond 2017 NSX

By Parks McCants on January 3, 2016 - 10:39PM

What new innovations and model updates will Acura bring to market for 2016? We look beyond the 2017 NSX hybrid supercar.

10 reasons why the BMW M2 is a masterpiece

By Denis Flierl on January 3, 2016 - 7:28AM

Is it hype or will the 2016 BMW M2’s overboot really make you feel like you are sitting in a masterpiece? Check out the new video from BMW Magazine and see for yourself.

Infiniti QX30 North American Lineup Announced

By Aaron Turpen on January 3, 2016 - 2:18AM

Infiniti has announced what the lineup for the all-new QX30 compact luxury crossover will look like. In North America, we'll see 3 versions, each designed slightly differently from the others with unique exterior finishes and interior looks.

Nissan Prices the 2016 Sentra With Updated Feature Sets

By Aaron Turpen on January 3, 2016 - 2:08AM

A newly refreshed exterior design and added feature sets for the interior bring the 2016 Nissan Sentra into the new year. Base manufacturer's suggested retail price is $16,780, a small bump up from last year.

Rally America removes Subaru WRX STI’s worst nightmare

By Denis Flierl on January 2, 2016 - 7:06AM

The 2016 Rally America schedule is out and the 2016 Subaru WRX STI will have less challenges. What changes did officials make?

Video: 4 reasons why you want to own a BMW M3 E46

By Denis Flierl on January 1, 2016 - 8:49AM

BMW has released the M3 E46 video for performance enthusiasts. You may even entertain the thought of buying one.

Sweeping changes to continue for American Honda Motors in 2016

By Parks McCants on December 31, 2015 - 1:49PM

2016 Civic, HR-V and Pilot according to American Honda Motors is just the beginning of a Honda Renaissance. What sweeping changes can Honda fans anticipate for 2016?

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Hyundai Developing A 500 Mile Fuel Cell Vehicle

By Will Maley on December 31, 2015 - 10:16AM

Hyundai already has a fuel cell vehicle on the market. But they are already planning of what comes next.

Discover everything about the new BMW M2 Coupe

By Denis Flierl on December 31, 2015 - 8:25AM

BMW has just revealed the new M2 Coupe in a new online brochure. Discover everything you need to know before it arrives.

10 reasons why you absolutely want to work for BMW

By Denis Flierl on December 31, 2015 - 6:32AM

The BMW Group is a successful automaker and the new BMW 340i is the top selling car in their lineup. It’s also a great place to work. Why should you work there?

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