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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.

How 2016 Subaru Legacy beats the mid-size sedan competition in safety

By Denis Flierl on August 12, 2015 - 7:39AM

There’s more new safety features on the 2016 Legacy and it sets it apart from the competition. What new safety upgrades beats the competition?

How suitable rally teams can put 2015 Subaru WRX STI NR4 through its paces

By Denis Flierl on August 12, 2015 - 6:44AM

The 2015 Subaru WRX STI NR4 has finished endurance tests and the latest development phase is complete. What’s next for the production rally car?

2016 Camaro Public Debut Set for the Woodward Dream Cruise

By Patrick Rall on August 11, 2015 - 1:34PM

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro will make its formal public debut later this week at the 2015 Woodward Dream Cruise, with both the coupe and convertible version of the 6th gen Camaro being displayed in the full Chevrolet brand area – although I would be stunned to not see the new muscle car at the Chevrolet Performance display 2 miles down the road.

The Dodge Challenger, Charger Get Plum Crazy in 2016

By Patrick Rall on August 11, 2015 - 12:52PM

The Chrysler Group has just announced the first piece of information on the 2016 Dodge Charger and 2016 Dodge Challenger including pictures of the latest high impact color – the triumphant return of Plum Crazy purple.

5 Shelby GT350 Mustang Drive Modes Broken Down

By Patrick Rall on August 11, 2015 - 12:08PM

Since publishing my first ride review of the 2015 Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang, I have gotten a handful of questions about the drive modes so today I look at each of the 5 drive modes that help make the new Shelby the most track-capable, street-friendly Mustang ever.

5 ways the 2016 Subaru Outback trumps the old model

By Denis Flierl on August 11, 2015 - 7:42AM

Subaru Canada announces pricing and enhancements that are coming on the 2016 Outback. What are 5 upgrades that make Outback even better?

2 ways smaller Subaru Levorg 1.6 GT outperforms Legacy 2.5i

By Denis Flierl on August 11, 2015 - 7:24AM

The 2016 Subaru Levorg sports tourer specs and pricing have been confirmed for the UK. The UK only gets one trim, the Levorg GT, but it’s a good one.

George W Bush with the 2016 Shelby GT350 Mustang

George W Bush Signed Shelby GT350 Mustang Being Auctioned for Military Charity

By Patrick Rall on August 10, 2015 - 2:16PM

Ford Motor Company has teamed up with President George W. Bush to auction off a 2016 Shelby GT350 Mustang and the proceeds of this high performance pony car will go to support members of the military who are transitioning to civilian life – while also offering a truly unique collectable for a Mustang lover who can appreciate a car signed by one of our country’s greatest leaders.

Sayonara 2015 Mazda5, you will be missed

By John Goreham on August 10, 2015 - 1:58PM

Mazda is retiring the last remaining minivan in the US market.

Mazda3s 2.5 Touring no longer available with manual for 2016

By John Goreham on August 10, 2015 - 1:40PM

Here is a rundown of all the changes to the Mazda3 for 2016.

Records Fall as Dodge Charger Wins 13th in 16, Johnson Gets #2

By Patrick Rall on August 10, 2015 - 12:59PM

The incredible domination of the 2015 Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Funny Car class by the 2015 Dodge Charger R/T race cars of Don Schumacher Racing continued this past weekend, with Jack Beckman setting a new class record while Tommy Johnson Jr took the big win for his 2nd of the season – the team’s 6th straight win.

2016 Infiniti Lineup Sees Changes, Including Two Models Out the Door

By Aaron Turpen on August 10, 2015 - 12:34PM

Nissan's premium brand, Infiniti, is changing its lineup for 2016 and will be halting production on two models while adding a replacement to one of them.

Does BMW M3 get pushed too hard to reach podium at Road America?

By Denis Flierl on August 10, 2015 - 10:53AM

Freiberg and Hindman finish third in the Grand Sport class this weekend in the BMW M3. Did they push the M3 too hard at the end?

2013-14 Subaru Forester, 2012-14 Subaru XV Crosstrek, 2012-14 Subaru Impreza

Subaru recalls Forester, XV Crosstrek and Impreza for electrical issue

By Denis Flierl on August 10, 2015 - 8:29AM

Subaru has issued a recall for 2013-14 Subaru Forester, 2012-14 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2012-14 Subaru Impreza vehicles in Australia. What’s the issue?

3 challenges Subaru BRZ GT300 overcomes to finish 8th in SUPER GT

By Denis Flierl on August 10, 2015 - 7:25AM

The 2015 Subaru BRZ GT300 gets an 8th place finish in SUPER GT this weekend. What were 3 challenges the team overcame?

How Subaru XV Crosstrek will prove AWD prowess with Arctic Circle adventure

By Denis Flierl on August 9, 2015 - 6:09AM

Subaru is out to prove the 2015 XV Crosstrek is one tough small crossover. Who will they send to the Arctic Circle to prove it?

2016 Honda Pilot demonstrates ‘Real’ off road capabilitity

By Parks McCants on August 8, 2015 - 9:38PM

For those of you that wish to use the family hauler for more than running the kids to soccer practice, Honda presents a 2016 Pilot SUV with “Real” off-road-capability, and they’ll prove it to you!

4 reasons why 2016 Subaru Outback will remain a standout performer

By Denis Flierl on August 8, 2015 - 7:54AM

The new 2016 Subaru Outback is arriving at showrooms and it will remain a standout performer for the brand. What is attracting new buyers?

John Urschel tweets his Versa in the Raven's parking lot

Baltimore Ravens Guard Drives a Used Versa

By Aaron Turpen on August 8, 2015 - 12:41AM

John Urschel is a guard on the Baltimore Ravens and the 300+ pound NFL player drives a used Nissan Versa. He’s also one of the smartest men in the game.

This Hellcat Challenger is Headed for 1000hp

By Patrick Rall on August 7, 2015 - 1:06PM

The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat is the most powerful American muscle car of all time, but in an effort to see just how much power they can get from the new supercharged Mopar machine, an Indiana-based company is nearing the 1000hp levels – with very little work done.

Woodward Dream Cruise Lingenfelter Collection

See the Lingenfelter Collection at Woodward Dream Cruise and help families fighting cancer

By John Goreham on August 7, 2015 - 1:01PM

The Lingenfelter folks would like to give you a chance to see some amazing cars and all you have to do is give a few bucks to Ronald McDonald House.

3 Reasons Why the 2016 Camaro Turbo Exhaust Video is Fake

By Patrick Rall on August 7, 2015 - 12:08PM

A video has surfaced showing a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro in a photography studio with a soundtrack which supposedly comes from the new turbocharged 2.0L engine, but I suspect that it is fake for three reasons that the people sharing this video are missing.

5 reasons why buyers are snatching up Forester in record numbers

By Denis Flierl on August 7, 2015 - 7:41AM

The 2016 Subaru Forester is making its dealer launch and sales are hot in North America. Why does Forester continue to be a hot model?

Why Subaru fans will see 4 WRX STIs at LA Global Rallycross [video]

By Denis Flierl on August 7, 2015 - 6:19AM

Why Subaru fans will see 4 WRX STIs at LA Global Rallycross [video]

Exclusive: 2016 Acura NSX sighted on Southern California freeway

By Parks McCants on August 6, 2015 - 9:15PM

Thanks to Acura-Torque News reader Tommy Wadden, we have our first confirmed Southern California sighting of the production 2016 Acura NSX, and what a beautiful performance hybrid she is.

2016 Honda Odyssey SE gives Toyota Sienna a run for the money

By Parks McCants on August 6, 2015 - 6:28PM

Honda - Torque News takes a closer look at the “Battle of the Minivans.” It’s a darn close sales race between Honda and Toyota as we look to Honda’s ‘refreshed’ Odyssey.

Mazda Execs discuss Turbocharged MX-5 Miata

By John Goreham on August 6, 2015 - 3:40PM

Here is what Mazda said about the possibility of a new turbocharged Miata.

4 Key Range Improvements for the 2016 Chevy Volt Confirmed

By Patrick Rall on August 6, 2015 - 12:40PM

We knew that the 2016 Chevrolet Volt was getting a new look, a new interior, a new gasoline engine and a new battery system, but General Motors has now confirmed 5 key facts on the new range extended electric sedan – all of which are vastly improved efficiency numbers when compared to the outgoing 1st generation Volt.

Ride in the Hellcat Charger, Challenger at the Woodward Dream Cruise

By Patrick Rall on August 6, 2015 - 12:02PM

Those folks coming to the 2015 Woodward Dream Cruise in Detroit will have a chance to go for a ride in the Hellcat Charger, the Hellcat Challenger or the Dodge Viper along with checking out the full range of new company vehicles – and it is all free.

How the 2016 Ford F150 is Getting Sportier

By Patrick Rall on August 6, 2015 - 10:56AM

In an effort to continue to satisfy those new truck buyers who like to go fast, the 2016 Ford F150 will include a new Sport Mode that has been borrowed from the 2015 Ford Mustang – bringing with it quicker shifts and rev-matching for a more engaging driving experience from the 2016 F150.

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