Automotive News (Page 755)

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.

BMW M4 MotoGP Safety Car with water injection revealed [video]

By Denis Flierl on February 16, 2015 - 8:16AM

BMW reveals the M4 MotoGP Safety Car that will be the “Official Car of MotoGP” in 2015. BMW says it will feature new water injection?

2015 Nissan Murano Takes US News, Motorweek Awards at Chicago Show

By Aaron Turpen on February 15, 2015 - 4:39PM

The 2015 Murano won both the coveted Motorweek Drivers' Choice Award and the U.S. News Best SUV for the Money at the Chicago Auto Show.

Subaru Japan announces 2015 BRZ tuner-ready model

By Denis Flierl on February 15, 2015 - 8:03AM

Subaru Japan announces improvements for the 2015 BRZ and a new customization model.

2015 Subaru Forester XT turbo is sought after in the UK

By Denis Flierl on February 15, 2015 - 7:45AM

The 2015 Subaru Forester is named Best Family 4X4 by Motors North in the UK.

Jaguar- Stalking its prey

By Joseph Scott on February 14, 2015 - 8:39PM

The male lion (king of the jungle) marks his territory and defends it with ferocious aggression. Jaguar instills fear into their competitors and roars like a lion if they feel any threat on the streets.

2015 Subaru Forester, Outback, Legacy, XV Crostrek, WRX/STI, BRZ, Impreza

KBB says Subaru ranks lowest among all U.S. car brands

By Denis Flierl on February 14, 2015 - 12:17PM

Subaru has been named Best Brand in Kelly Blue Book’s Cost to Own awards.

2015 Subaru WRX STI rally car Russian style

By Denis Flierl on February 14, 2015 - 8:13AM

The 2015 Subaru WRX STI rally car is getting ready for the Peno-2015 Russia rally race this weekend.

Injected ‘Sportitude’ takes 2016 Acura RDX to next level

By Parks McCants on February 13, 2015 - 6:42PM

With the introduction of a much refined and more powerful 2016 RDX SUV, Team Acura's perseverance in recapturing the U.S. manufactured mark's last century dominance is paying dividends in the resurgence of a great American made brand. We believe that Acura RDX represents the greatest value found in a compact entry level premium SUV today.

The Full 2015 Corvette Z06 Configurator is Online Now

By Patrick Rall on February 13, 2015 - 4:42PM

If you have been holding off on ordering your 2015 Corvette Z06 until the normal build page was live on Chevrolet.com, your wait is over as the full configurator tool has been added to the website with a full list of options and prices.

Ford Dealer: 2015 EcoBoost Mustang Selling Quicker than V8 GT

By Patrick Rall on February 13, 2015 - 12:46PM

The 2015 Ford Mustang is selling very well in its first few months and while the Motor Company hasn’t offered up any official take rate numbers for the three engine options, a Ford dealership representative explained that the EcoBoost is moving quicker than the V8, while V6 sales are nearly nonexistent.

Nissan 370Z NISMO Roasdster Concept Hits Chicago Show

By Aaron Turpen on February 13, 2015 - 12:34PM

On press preview day for the Chicago Auto Show, Nissan unveiled a new Roadster Concept for the 370Z NISMO. Meant to study interest in a NISMO version of the popular Roadster option for the 370Z, the car has the power of the 370Z NISMO and the fun of the topless coupe.

Nissan Issues Recall for 2009 GT-R and Infiniti Crossovers

By Aaron Turpen on February 13, 2015 - 12:01PM

A steering issue has prompted Nissan to recall certain GT-R models from the 2009 model year as well as some Infiniti crossover models of the same period.

2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker on Sale Today

By Patrick Rall on February 13, 2015 - 11:04AM

The Chrysler Group has announced that they are now accepting orders for the 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker models, bringing even more retro styling to the already extensive Challenger lineup – with orders for the more powerful Scat Pack Shaker beginning next month.

Subaru teases BRZ STI you will never see in production

By Denis Flierl on February 13, 2015 - 9:19AM

Subaru brings a new BRZ tS Concept to the Auto Messe 2015 in Osaka Japan. Don’t expect to see this BRZ STI in production.

2015 Legacy is just another hot model in Subaru’s lineup

By Denis Flierl on February 13, 2015 - 8:45AM

The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) announced the 2015 Subaru Legacy as the 2015 Canadian Car of the Year.

Hellcat Challenger Battles Corvette Z06, Crushes Mustang GT500 (Video)

By Patrick Rall on February 12, 2015 - 8:06PM

We have seen plenty of videos showing the Hellcat Challenger and the C7 Corvette Z06 racing other cars and each other, and today we have a new clip of these two heavy hitters going head to head on the open road – along with a Mustang GT500 that is badly outmatched by the blown Mopar muscle car.

New 2016 Toyota Avalon - Photos and More

By John Goreham on February 12, 2015 - 4:29PM

Toyota has updated the new 2016 Avalon. Here's what changes.

Classic Showcase, 1938 Jaguar SS

By Joseph Scott on February 12, 2015 - 4:08PM

This one-off Graber bodied 1938 SS Jaguar 3.5 liter FHC (Fixed Head Coupe) is a stunning example of a custom car that won a few prestigious awards.

Don't fear the Toyota Tacoma frame replacement – Six-month update

By John Goreham on February 12, 2015 - 4:04PM

It has been six months since our story on the Toyota Tacoma frame replacement. We check in with our man Pete.

6th gen Camaro Teased Again in Chicago, but No Debut

By Patrick Rall on February 12, 2015 - 3:21PM

The 2015 Chicago Auto Show opened to the media this morning and as was the case in Detroit, the next generation Chevrolet Camaro was only shown in a brief background video during a presentation for an unrelated vehicle – leaving us hoping that the 2016 Camaro will debut in New York in April.

Detailed Pricing on the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT 392

By Patrick Rall on February 12, 2015 - 2:08PM

We have previous looked at the detailed pricing on the 2015 Dodge Charger in SXT, R/T and Hellcat form, but today, we take a look at the prices and options for the SRT 392 Charger – a model which will likely end up being the stronger-selling of the SRT packages.

2016 Honda Pilot design trends toward Odyssey, Acura MDX

By Parks McCants on February 12, 2015 - 12:44PM

Today’s Chicago Auto Show unveiling of the all new 2016 Pilot confirms Honda’s design direction confirmed through a much refined Pilot and yet another teaser image of Ridgeline pickup truck. Honda’s on a roll!

Watch the Hennessey 2015 Ford Mustang GT Hit 195mph

By Patrick Rall on February 12, 2015 - 12:12PM

The folks at Hennessey Performance have added their HPE700 package to a 2015 Ford Mustang GT, and the result is a blue oval-clad pony car that will cruise up past the 195 mile per hour mark – and they made a video showing the amazing run.

This Galaxy Blue Pearl 2015 Subaru WRX sets a huge milestone in Texas

By Denis Flierl on February 12, 2015 - 8:38AM

Subaru of America sells its 7 millionth new Subaru from Gillman Subaru of Houston South, a 2015 WRX.

Is Lexus Bringing back the V8-powered IS F for 2016?

By John Goreham on February 12, 2015 - 8:35AM

Lexus just made a very odd move in the Australian Supercars race series that has us wondering.

2015 Subaru Legacy, 2015 Subaru BRZ, 2015 Subaru Outback and 2015 Subaru Impreza

These 4 vehicles help Subaru earn ALG’s Best Mainstream Brand award

By Denis Flierl on February 12, 2015 - 8:11AM

The 2015 Subaru Legacy, 2015 BRZ, 2015 Outback and 2015 Impreza help Subaru Canada earn Best Mainstream Brand for 2015.

2015 Acura TLX voted to ‘Best Cars for the Money’ by automotive press

By Parks McCants on February 12, 2015 - 12:42AM

Acura continues its “E-Ticket” ride to near segment domination as Honda’s premier car and light truck division celebrates 2015 “The Year of Honda.” Now, “U.S. News and World Report” names 3 Acura marks to top "best Car" honors in their respective segments. Could Acura TLX truly be that good?

Jaguar walks a thin line between modern design and classic style

By Joseph Scott on February 11, 2015 - 10:55PM

Automakers face the difficult task of pushing their brand forward with new styling while paying tribute to the classic lines of their vintage cars. Can Jaguar build a modern interpretation of a timeless design?

2015 Honda Fit beats Ford Fiesta in latest ‘best buy’ award

By Parks McCants on February 11, 2015 - 8:54PM

In fact, 2015 Fit was awarded “ 2015 Best Car For The Money” by “News and World Report” in 2 categories, “compact car and hatchback,” beating Ford Fiesta and all comers to the podium. Is Honda Fit superior to Ford Fiesta in the compact car class?

Dodge Viper Excluded from 24 Hours of LeMans (For Now)

By Patrick Rall on February 11, 2015 - 8:25PM

After winning the GTD class in the Rolex 24, the Riley Motorsports Dodge Viper GT3-R team had hoped to take a run at the GTE Am class of the 24 Hours of LeMans, but when the official entry list was announced late last week, the Viper team finds themselves on the outside looking in.

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