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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.

Why special edition 2016 Subaru Forester will make off-road recreation more fun

By Denis Flierl on August 6, 2015 - 6:22AM

A new base special edition version of the 2016 Subaru Forester gets a number of luxury upgrades. What does an extra $2000 get you?

Could Future Electric Vehicle Range News Be Hurting Current EV Sales?

By Douglas Stansfield on August 6, 2015 - 2:08AM

With month over month sales declines from Tesla S and Nissan Leaf cars, are we seeing a slowdown because of the declining gas price or is there something else that is causing sales declines?

2015 CR-Z: Honda's forgotten hybrid performance coupe [Video]

By Parks McCants on August 6, 2015 - 1:23AM

We bid a fond farewell to what is arguably American Honda’s least loved offering. looking to the sales numbers, what came off the assembly line in 2010 as the “Car of the Year’” in Japan, has never quite caught on in the U.S..What killed the CR-Z in North America, Honda's mostly forgotten hybrid performance coupe.

Enthusiasts, Dodge Execs Don't Want a Hellcat Viper

By Patrick Rall on August 5, 2015 - 3:08PM

Since it was announced that the Hellcat Hemi in the Dodge Challenger and Charger packs 707 horsepower, there have been people calling for a Dodge Viper packing the supercharged mill, but in reading through discussions online and in speaking with Chrysler Group execs – a great many people in the Mopar world would rather not see a Hellcat Viper.

Mustang Makes it 9 Straight, Beats Camaro and Challenger in July

By Patrick Rall on August 5, 2015 - 2:00PM

The Ford Mustang continued its domination of the American muscle car sales race into a 9th month in July 2015, once again beating the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger in a month where all three muscle cars saw a decline in sales – allowing the Mustang to build a massive lead in the annual sales race.

What If the 6g Camaro ZL1 Offers Z28 Handling?

By Patrick Rall on August 5, 2015 - 12:45PM

Since the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro debuted at the private event on Detroit’s Belle Isle, there has been a longstanding debate as to whether the next super Camaro would be a new ZL1 or a new Z28, but I believe that the next premium performance model could combine the big power of the ZL1 with the insane handling capabilities of the Z28 in one amazing muscle car.

How Subaru BRZ blows up the competition again in Russia

By Denis Flierl on August 5, 2015 - 6:47AM

The 2015 Subaru BRZ team wins again in the Russian Series racing circuit but the race was not without incidents. What did the team do to win?

How Subaru hit a grand slam with new WRX/STI performance sedans

By Denis Flierl on August 5, 2015 - 6:31AM

The 2016 Subaru WRX STI is here and sales are the hottest ever for the performance sedan. Is WRX/STI appealing to a broader audience?

322k Dodge Chargers Recalled for Airbag Risks

By Patrick Rall on August 4, 2015 - 2:48PM

The Chrysler Group has announced another large recall, this time calling back 322,000 examples of the Dodge Charger due to side impact sensors that might be too sensitive – possibly leading to the airbags being triggered by something as simple as slamming a door or hitting a hard bump in the road.

How Lingenfelter Boosts Up the C7 Corvette Z06 on a Budget

By Patrick Rall on August 4, 2015 - 2:16PM

If you are looking to add a bunch more power to your 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 without spending money that could effectively buy a new compact car, the folks at Lingenfelter Performance Engineering has you covered with their new C7 Z06 Stage 1 kit – which adds big power with a relatively small price tag.

2016 Mazda CX-3 Performance tops Honda HR-V

Why 2016 Mazda CX-3 performance tops the Honda HR-V

By John Goreham on August 4, 2015 - 11:04AM

In a recent instrument-test, the Mazda CX-3 beats the Honda HR-V. Here’s why.

What Will Happen if EV Market Moves Up 1% of The US Car Market

By Douglas Stansfield on August 4, 2015 - 9:03AM

Nissan LEAF and Tesla Model S have started a true revolution as well as the other companies that are producing Electric Vehicles and Plug In Hybrid Electric Vehicles. Since the US market has seen the almost exponential growth in both these types of cars what will happen if this car segment moves out from the early adopter phase into the main stream market phase?

If you own a BMW i3 you could be getting paid by your utility

By Douglas Stansfield on August 4, 2015 - 8:07AM

Imagine someone offering you money to charge your BMW i3. Well some local San Francisco bay area i3 owners, got some welcomed news about a new program for the car owners from PG&E that does just that.

How Subaru dominates in the U.S. with Forester and Outback

By Denis Flierl on August 4, 2015 - 6:25AM

Subaru is dominating the U.S. market in growth with strong sales of the 2015 Forester and Outback . How do they do it?

Why BMW 3 Series will remain the best sedan on the planet in the curves [video]

By Denis Flierl on August 4, 2015 - 6:10AM

BMW is a luxury performance brand that is designed for European roads which offer lots of curves and bumps. What changes did BMW make to the new 2016 3 Series?

2015 Honda CR-V, Acura RDX drive record sales for July 2015 [Photos]

By Parks McCants on August 3, 2015 - 5:28PM

American Honda Motors and Acura Division posted record sales for the month of July 2015, with CR-V, RDX and ILX leading the uptick. Looks like Honda’s on a sustainable growth market trajectory. As 2015 CR-V remains the #1 selling SUV in North America, what other factors drive record sales?

Beckman Sets Records, 2015 Charger Wins Another All-Dodge Final

By Patrick Rall on August 3, 2015 - 3:44PM

This past weekend, Jack Beckman and his Don Schumacher 2015 Dodge Charger funny car were a dominant force at the 2015 Sonoma Nationals in Sonoma California, setting a new track ET record en route to winning his 5th event of the season in yet another all-Mopar final round.

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata outsells the Porsche Boxster 2 to 1 in July

By John Goreham on August 3, 2015 - 3:29PM

The Miata also outsells the Scion FR-S in July.

2015 Toyota Tacoma crushes Chevy Colorado in sales again in July

By John Goreham on August 3, 2015 - 11:12AM

Toyota’s old, outgoing Tacoma still outselling the new Chevy Colorado by more than 2 to 1.

Lexus RC 200t confirmed, but will it come to the U.S.A.?

By John Goreham on August 3, 2015 - 7:41AM

Lexus is spreading its 2.0-liter turbo engine around. Will the RC coupe get the turbo in the U.S.?

Toyota now one step closer to 2016 Tacoma 2.0-Turbo

By John Goreham on August 3, 2015 - 7:31AM

Lexus has done the hardest part. Why adding a 2-liter turbo is now easier.

How BMW dominates KBB's most fuel efficient luxury car brands list

By Denis Flierl on August 3, 2015 - 6:17AM

BMW isn’t just about performance on the track, the German automaker is also about efficiency performance. Why does KBB give the nod to 3 BMWs?

Why accident victim credits Subaru Impreza with saving his life [video]

By Denis Flierl on August 3, 2015 - 6:00AM

Watch as Graham Sharp describes an accident that should have taken his life. Why does he credit his Subaru Impreza with saving his life?

2016 Honda Civic production news update [Photos]

By Parks McCants on August 1, 2015 - 8:46PM

Honda-Torque News had the opportunity to spend some one on one time with 2016 Civic at the Honda Dream Garage event. Here’s what we learned about 2016 Honda Civic.

KBB Names Nissan Versa Note As One of 10 Best Back-to-School Cars of 2015

By Aaron Turpen on August 1, 2015 - 3:42AM

For kids headed back to school and in need of a car, the Versa Note makes the grade, says KBB.

How to Lift Your C7 Corvette Z06 to 757hp, 777tq

By Patrick Rall on July 31, 2015 - 2:37PM

The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is the most track capable General Motors vehicle of all time and the LT4 V8 with 650 horsepower and 650lb-ft is the heart of the beast, but for those C7 Z06 owners who feel the need for way more power – the new Callaway upgrade kit for the newest super-Vette could be the answer.

This Hellcat Challenger Runs 10.03 with Very Few Mods

By Patrick Rall on July 31, 2015 - 2:08PM

A video has surfaced showing a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat blasting through the quarter mile in just 10.03 seconds, making it what I believe to be the quickest Hellcat car thus far and he did so with a surprisingly short mod list.

Five GT350R Mustangs lined up at Grattan

One Ride in the GT350R Mustang Proves Its Place Among Supercars

By Patrick Rall on July 31, 2015 - 1:41PM

The 2015 Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang has been heavily hyped since first being introduced earlier this year at the Detroit Auto Show, but having had my first chance to go for a high speed ride in the most track capable Mustang ever – I can say without question that this new Shelby is every bit as good as Ford has led us to believe.

6 reasons BMW fans will want to see "Mission: Impossible-Rogue Nation"

By Denis Flierl on July 31, 2015 - 5:49AM

There are two BMW vehicles from the movie MI Rogue Nation being exhibited at the BMW Welt. What other BMW vehicles will you see in the new movie?

2015 Honda CR-Z HPD equipped coupe surprises

By Parks McCants on July 30, 2015 - 9:34PM

When is a $5,000 + option justifiably invested in a $20,000 economy-hybrid-sports coupe?

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