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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.

3 Go-Fast 2015 F150 Pickups Teased Ahead of SEMA

By Patrick Rall on October 16, 2015 - 12:58PM

The 2015 SEMA Show is less than a month away and today we have a look at three of the customized 2015 Ford F150 pickups that will help fill the Motor Company’s huge display in the Las Vegas Convention Center – with two intended for on-road fun while the other will go fast on almost any surface.

Video: Why Subaru let customers trash 2017 Subaru Forester prototype

By Denis Flierl on October 16, 2015 - 9:23AM

Why did Subaru let average consumers do testing on the 2017 Forester prototype before it's production-ready?

How BMW M2 rolls off the assembly line track ready

By Denis Flierl on October 16, 2015 - 8:00AM

The new 2016 BMW M2 is here and it’s track-ready. How did BMW M GmbH development engineers do it?

Ride Along in the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS at MIS (Video)

By Patrick Rall on October 15, 2015 - 5:23PM

A video has surfaced online showing the in-car footage of a ride along in the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS, giving us a chance to experience the next generation GM muscle car from a sort of first-person perspective – while also allowing us to hear the LT1’s roar from the cabin.

Ford Mustang is the Most Talked About 1st Car Online

By Patrick Rall on October 15, 2015 - 3:59PM

A recent study found that on the popular social media app Instagram, the Ford Mustang was the most commonly posted vehicle in discussions about users’ first car – with a handful of foreign compact cars and the Chevrolet Camaro falling in line behind the mighty Mustang.

What Might Happen to the Dodge Viper After 2017?

By Patrick Rall on October 15, 2015 - 1:22PM

According to the folks at Allpar, the Conner Avenue Plant where the Dodge Viper is built will be shuttered after the 2017 Viper production ends – but is this the end of the Dodge Viper or the end of the Viper having its own production facility?

Acura drives home message of safety priority throughout the entire lineup

By Parks McCants on October 15, 2015 - 11:12AM

Next weekend, NFL fans will watch the most emotionally driven thought provoking video produced in Acura history. The message is clear and thought provoking.

Video: Can the 2015 Subaru WRX STI break a 28 year old rally record?

By Denis Flierl on October 15, 2015 - 7:39AM

Will David Higgins and Craig Drew break a 28 year-old rally record this weekend in the 2015 Subaru WRX STI?

How BMW uses M3/M4 technology to dial up performance in the new M2

By Denis Flierl on October 15, 2015 - 7:26AM

BMW pumps up the performance in the new 2016 M2 Coupe. How did they use the M3/M4 technology to do it?

2016 Honda Civic showcases ‘Si’ inspired design DNA

By Parks McCants on October 14, 2015 - 5:16PM

2016 Honda Civic provokes thoughts of “Si” inspired drive performance while sitting in the parked position.

Watch a 2015 Corvette Z06 Outrun a Lamborghini Gallardo Super Trofeo Stradale

By Patrick Rall on October 14, 2015 - 3:59PM

A new video has hit the pages of YouTube showing s 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 besting the Lamborghini Gallardo LP570 4 Super Trofeo Stradale on a long, high speed run – with cameras on both cars showing this clash of modern titans.

How Much Power Does the Hellcat Challenger Lose When Hot?

By Patrick Rall on October 14, 2015 - 2:03PM

We discussed the new Diablosport tuning packages for the Dodge Challenger and Charger with the SRT Hellcat Hemi yesterday and while we focused on the big power levels reached with the engine tuning upgrade, another interesting piece of information was how much power the blown beast loses when getting a little warm.

The Raptor F150 Should Lead to a New Taurus SHO

By Patrick Rall on October 14, 2015 - 11:46AM

The 2017 Ford F150 SVT Raptor will feature by a new, high performance version of the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 which is expected to yield somewhere in the area of 450 horsepower and once this new, beefier version of the long-popular EcoBoost V6 has hit the streets in the new SVT pickup – the Ford Taurus SHO should be the next in line to get a higher output twin turbo V6.

Introducing the new 2016 BMW M2 with impressive performance

By Denis Flierl on October 14, 2015 - 7:43AM

BMW introduces the all-new 2016 M2 Coupe. How much power will the high-performance coupe be producing?

Subaru Impreza has best compact car lease deal in America

By Denis Flierl on October 14, 2015 - 7:25AM

Check out the lease deal on the 2015 Subaru Impreza. Is it the best compact lease deal in America in October?

Next Hyundai Genesis Coupe Could Feature AWD, Twin Turbo Power

By Patrick Rall on October 13, 2015 - 4:48PM

The folks at Hyundai are working on the next generation Genesis Coupe and based on some reports out of Korea, the next Gen Coupe could pack some serious upgrades to help it better compete with the American muscle cars – like a twin turbocharged V6 and all-wheel drive.

The 350hp Ford Focus RS has 'Stall Recovery" for Unskilled Drivers

By Patrick Rall on October 13, 2015 - 1:00PM

Ford Motor Company has announced that the 2016 Focus RS will officially feature 350 horsepower and 350lb-ft of torque, but more importantly, the wicked hot hatch will feature a new “stall recovery system” that will make dealing with the clutch pedal a little less painful for unskilled drivers.

Diablosport Takes the Hellcat Dodge Challenger, Charger to 700rwhp

By Patrick Rall on October 13, 2015 - 10:57AM

The tuning experts at Diablosport have finally finished their packages for the Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger with the 6.2L Hellcat Hemi – lifting the wheel horsepower up over the 700 horsepower mark at the push of a button.

2017 Subaru Impreza, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

2 big reasons why Subaru will stay small and mighty

By Denis Flierl on October 13, 2015 - 8:35AM

Subaru brings the VIZIV Concept and Impreza Concept to the Tokyo Motor Show. What’s next for Subaru’s Impreza and Crosstrek hybrid power?

How BMW celebrates 30th anniversary of the M3

By Denis Flierl on October 13, 2015 - 8:09AM

The 2016 BMW M4 GTS makes its Asian debut at the Tokyo Motor Show. How does BMW celebrate the 30th anniversary of the M3?

6 option packs offered on Subaru WRX STI NR4 for motorsport enthusiasts

By Denis Flierl on October 13, 2015 - 7:58AM

Subaru Australia has unveiled the latest addition to its motorsport armory, the 2016 Subaru WRX STI NR4. Why so many options?

Nissan Titan XD Takes Top Honors at Texas Truck Rodeo

By Aaron Turpen on October 13, 2015 - 2:59AM

Every year, the Texas Auto Writers Association hosts its annual Texas Truck Rodeo, whose awards have become one of the most important accolades for pickup trucks and sport utilities. This year, all of the top awards for pickup trucks went to the Titan XD in its press ride-and-drive debut.

Final 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, Z06 Production Numbers

By Patrick Rall on October 12, 2015 - 5:20PM

The 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and Z06 are on sale now and with the 2015 model year being wrapped up, our Chevy dealership friend has sent over the final production numbers for the 2015 Corvette in Stingray, Z06, Coupe and Convertible form.

Galpin’s SEMA Show 2016 Acura ILX Teaser is stunning

By Parks McCants on October 12, 2015 - 2:06PM

With a tweak or two as to rim design, ground effects, and a stunning body color application, Galpin Auto Sports in partnership with Acura, will smack BMW and Lexus fans with a thought provoking custom 2016 ILX A-SPEC

Update: Neiman Marcus Mustang isn't AWD, Still Packs 700hp

By Patrick Rall on October 12, 2015 - 10:42AM

We have gotten more accurate details on the limited edition Neiman Marcus supercharged Ford Mustang GT Convertible and while it doesn’t have all-wheel drive, Lexan windows or lightweight race seats – it is still a 700 horsepower drop top Mustang speedster with a long list of unique appointments and production limited to just 100 units.

Limited edition Subaru WRX STI S207 to be revealed at Tokyo Motor Show

By Denis Flierl on October 12, 2015 - 8:06AM

A limited edition 2016 Subaru WRX STI S207 will be unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show. Will fans see it hit U.S. shores?

BMW 330e plug-in hybrid just one of four eDrive vehicle segments for BMW

By Denis Flierl on October 12, 2015 - 7:47AM

BMW has four eDrive plug-in hybrid models in their lineup. What new groups are they targeting?

How Subaru uses kaizen to keep up with demand for the 2016 Forester

By Denis Flierl on October 12, 2015 - 7:40AM

Fuji Heavy Industries (FHI) maker of Subaru automobiles is improving production in an interesting way. How does this effect the 2016 Subaru Forester?

The 10th Gen Civic Si a bit ‘edgier’ than 2017 Acura ILX

By Parks McCants on October 11, 2015 - 6:40PM

While 2016 Honda Civic Si will most likely ‘out horsepower’ the current generation ILX, Acura has a few tricks up its engineering sleeve. We look to 2017.

2016 Honda Civic reinvent to have little impact on Acura ILX sales

By Parks McCants on October 11, 2015 - 5:47PM

In a recent article, our friends at Detroit News wrote as to how 2016 Civic may soon take the momentum out of 2016 ILX sales. Will the all new Accord Touring do the same to Acura TLX?

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