Automotive News (Page 752)

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.

2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Pickup of the Year Vote

2015 Toyota Tacoma beats Colorado in Pickup of the Year voting

By John Goreham on March 3, 2015 - 12:48PM

FourWheel Network chose the Ram as its number one, but second and third went to Toyota's 2015 Tacoma and Tundra.

Ford Mustang Sales Boom Continues in February, Beating Camaro, Challenger

By Patrick Rall on March 3, 2015 - 11:55AM

The sales boom caused by the introduction of the 2015 Ford Mustang continued in February 2015, as the Motor Company moved enough new pony cars to comfortably beat both the Chevrolet Camaro and the Dodge Challenger while building a large early lead in the annual muscle car sales race.

Driver and passenger unhurt after 2015 Subaru WRX crashes through building

By Denis Flierl on March 3, 2015 - 8:38AM

A 2015 Subaru WRX destroys concrete barriers and crashes through the Hagan Hamilton Insurance building. How did the driver and passenger walk away unhurt?

Subaru gives big and gains in a bigger way [video]

By Denis Flierl on March 3, 2015 - 8:11AM

Subaru of America has donated $50 million to charities over the last seven years.

Consumer Reports - Toyota Highlander is a Top-10 Pick of 2015

By John Goreham on March 2, 2015 - 9:16PM

Consumer Reports knows practical cars better than anyone. Here’s why they like the Highlander.

2015 Cadillac ATS Coupe Shows Great Potential for a 6g Camaro Turbo-4

By Patrick Rall on March 2, 2015 - 5:39PM

I recently spent a week behind the wheel of the 2015 Cadillac ATS Coupe with the 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and with the 6th generation Camaro being built on the same Alpha platform chassis, this compact luxury coupe could preview a very good 4-cylinder Camaro for 2016.

Honda moves toward 100% recall completion rate through legislation

By Parks McCants on March 2, 2015 - 4:02PM

Have you answered your latest recall notification?

BFGoodrich expands all-terrain tire options for Toyota Tacoma

By John Goreham on March 2, 2015 - 3:06PM

Looking for an off-road, on-road, snow tire for your Tacoma? BFGoodrich thinks it has the answer.

Dodge Challenger, Charger Hellcat Recalled for Fuel Leak Risks

By Patrick Rall on March 2, 2015 - 2:33PM

The Chrysler Group has announced a voluntary and preventative recall of the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat to inspect a seal in the fuel line of the 707 horsepower Hellcat Hemi, even though not a single customer has experienced the problem that has caused this recall.

2015 Ford Mustang, Vaughn Gittin Jr Honor the Year of the Horse

By Patrick Rall on March 2, 2015 - 12:24PM

The arrival of the 2015 Ford Mustang in the Chinese market comes at the end of the Year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac, so with the help of drift legend Vaughn Gittin Jr, Ford Motor Company has put together a video saying goodbye to the Year of the Horse – and that video is pretty awesome.

Lexus number one in quality 2015 J.D. Power

Lexus way ahead in quality - J.D. Power’s 2015 Vehicle Dependability Study

By John Goreham on March 2, 2015 - 9:08AM

Lexus doesn't just have the best quality. It is miles ahead of the rest of the pack.

2015 Mazda3 Best Interior Car and Driver

2015 Mazda3 called best interior under $30K by Car and Driver

By John Goreham on March 2, 2015 - 9:00AM

The car-media love for the Mazda3 just keeps on coming.

Bucky Lasek takes his 2012 Subaru WRX STI to the next level [video]

By Denis Flierl on March 2, 2015 - 8:17AM

Bucky Lasek visited COBB Tuning and woke up his 2012 Subaru WRX STI. Check out how COBB SoCal helps him get an extra 100 WHP.

2015 Subaru Levorg expected to be released in Australia

By Denis Flierl on March 2, 2015 - 8:04AM

Subaru will bring the new European spec. 2015 Levorg to the Geneva Auto Show this week. Will Australia get the new sports tourer?

2016 Honda HR-V destined for ‘Hot Hatch’ customization

By Parks McCants on March 1, 2015 - 11:20PM

Hot on the trail of last year’s SEMA Show Honda Fit custom auto build, the “best of the best” in the metric-tuner universe will soon focus on morphing Honda’s HR-V into arguably the coolest looking hatchback to come out of Honda Design in a decade.

2016 Honda HR-V owners look to live life large

By Parks McCants on March 1, 2015 - 9:58PM

It’s that thing that happens when affordable function meets exceptional utility and measurable performance. All of a sudden the cost of vehicle ownership falls on the back burner of active living.

2015 Subaru WRX STI dominates white knuckle snow event

By Denis Flierl on March 1, 2015 - 7:40AM

David Higgins pilots new 2015 Subaru WRX STI to an icy win at Rally at the 100 Acre Wood 2015.

Nissan Altima Named On KBB 10 Best List

By Aaron Turpen on March 1, 2015 - 1:21AM

The 2015 Nissan Altima was named to Kelley Blue Book's "10 Best Sedans Under $25,000" list. KBB chose the Altima for a variety of reasons.

2016 Honda HR-V to redefine compact crossover segment

By Parks McCants on February 28, 2015 - 7:17PM

With manufacturers scrambling to find a balance between corporate profitability and “customer first” built in standard-featured value and safety, Honda has consistently answered the call for “better and more;” in drives 2016 HR-V, a tough vehicle to define by standard industry measures.

4 Enhancements STI made to make the 2015 WRX STI NBR faster

By Denis Flierl on February 28, 2015 - 7:35AM

The new 2015 Subaru WRX STI NBR race car is getting ready for the Nurburgring 24-hour race. What changes did STI make with this new car?

Classic showcase, 1955 Jaguar XK140 DHC

By Joseph Scott on February 27, 2015 - 1:36PM

Some cars have a sophisticated look that sets them apart from the rest and the 1955 XK140 is in that category. The clean lines and elegant style on this classic Jaguar is part of what defines the brand.

2015 WRX STI rally car with new livery won’t compete against Ken Block

By Denis Flierl on February 27, 2015 - 9:30AM

Subaru Rally Team USA reveals the new 2015 Subaru WRX STI rally car with its new livery. Why won’t Ken Block be at Rally in the 100 Acre Wood?

New Subaru WRX STI NBR undergoes experimental wind tunnel test

By Denis Flierl on February 27, 2015 - 9:16AM

Earlier this month, the new 2015 Subaru WRX STI NBR race car underwent new experimental wind tunnel testing. What changes did STI make to the race car?

Jaguar Land Rover Plant in North America

Jaguar Land Rover indeed looking to build a factory in North America

By Joseph Scott on February 26, 2015 - 7:34PM

Reports have been confirmed that Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is strongly considering building a new manufacturing plant in North America, but will it be in the US.

2015 Toyota Prius a Consumer RWeports Top Ten

2015 Toyota Prius Still a Consumer Reports Top 10 Pick

By John Goreham on February 26, 2015 - 3:37PM

Even after all these years, the current Prius is still one of the top 10 cars in Consumer Reports’ minds. Here’s why.

2015 Subaru Outback, 2015 Subaru Forester, 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek

Subaru gets blanked from 2015 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study

By Denis Flierl on February 26, 2015 - 8:14AM

The 2015 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study is announced and the Subaru brand is nowhere to be found on the list. Is it because of Subaru’s oil consumption lawsuit?

2015 Subaru Outback, 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek, 2015 Subaru Forester

How Subaru’s successful run started 14 years ago

By Denis Flierl on February 26, 2015 - 7:57AM

Subaru has sponsored the Philadelphia Flower Show for the 14th consecutive year. They bring the 2015 Outback, 2015 XV Crosstrek and 2015 Forester to the show.

Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Supercharged Badges on Sale Now

By Patrick Rall on February 25, 2015 - 4:49PM

Those 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat owners who preferred the “Supercharged” emblems on the front fender rather than the Hellcat head logo can now purchase the original text badge through the Chrysler Group dealership parts network for as little as $40.

American Muscle 12 second EcoBoost Mustang

American Muscles EcoBoost 2015 Mustang Runs Low 12s with Exhaust (Video)

By Patrick Rall on February 25, 2015 - 3:45PM

The American Muscle 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost got a new full exhaust system before hitting the drag strip recently, with significantly better power figures leading to 8th mile ETs that would be in the low 12 second quarter mile range – which is pretty mind-blowing considering how little work has been done to this fuel sipping 4-cylinder.

History of the Chevrolet Camaro Engines: 5th gen Brings Legendary Power

By Patrick Rall on February 25, 2015 - 2:23PM

When the last 2002 Chevrolet Camaro rolled off of the Oshawa Assembly Line, it was believed that we were seeing the final Camaro ever, but after a 7 year hiatus, the Camaro returned for the 2010 model year with a retro look and the newest versions of the LS engine series that powered the end of the 4th generation – with power levels never before seen from a GM muscle car.

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