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.

Watch Jay Leno drive the rude “Maximum Attack” Scion FR-S [video]

By Denis Flierl on April 16, 2015 - 7:32AM

Watch Jay Leno take the Speedhunters 2015 Scion FR-S called “Maximum Attack” on an interesting drive. Why does Leno keep calling it a Toyota?

Subaru tops MINI and Honda in dealer-customer experience ranking

By Denis Flierl on April 16, 2015 - 7:21AM

Subaru dealerships rank highest in the dealer-customer experience according to DealerRater. What brands did Subaru beat among non-luxury brands?

2016 Acura RDX: SUV ownership drive experience just got beter

By Parks McCants on April 16, 2015 - 1:12AM

For 2016 Acura will present an improved 2 row premium SUV with a surprise or two.The RDX ownership, drive experience just got better.

KBB calls Mazda3 most tech-savvy car under $20K- why should spend a smidge more

By John Goreham on April 15, 2015 - 8:12PM

We concur with KBB's kind words for the base Mazda3 but go further and say this car deserves to be loaded up.

2015 Lexus NX 200t beats BMW X3 Lincoln MKC

2015 Lexus NX 200t sales remain above BMW X3 and Lincoln MKC

By John Goreham on April 15, 2015 - 5:06PM

The all-new 2015 Lexus NX 200t came out of the gate strong and has just accelerated.

EyeSight equipped 2015 Subaru Outback wins over industry experts

By Denis Flierl on April 15, 2015 - 8:13AM

Subaru’s EyeSight safety system has won an innovation excellence award from Australian researcher, Canstar Blue. What did they say about its benefits?

BMW tops Audi and Mercedes in the global sales race

By Denis Flierl on April 15, 2015 - 7:59AM

BMW remains the global leader in luxury car sales staying ahead of rivals Audi and Mercedes-Benz. What models are helping BMW?

First 2015 COPO Camaro to be Sold for Disabled Veterans

By Patrick Rall on April 14, 2015 - 8:06PM

he 2015 model year brings about the final year for the current Chevrolet Camaro COPO factory drag racing package and the first of the 69 units built for 20154 will hit the auction block this weekend with the proceeds going to support the Achilles Freedom Team of Wounded Veterans.

10th Generation Honda Civic Concept rocks compact sports car segment

By Parks McCants on April 14, 2015 - 3:51PM

Noting an unprecedented positive response from the automotive press and Honda fans alike, it looks like the unexpected introduction of the 10th Generation 2016 Civic Concept World-Car has rocked the "C" sports segment..

2016 Nissan 370Z Pricing Announced, Holds Over from 2015

By Aaron Turpen on April 14, 2015 - 2:09PM

Nissan has announced pricing for the 2016 370Z, including the Coupe, NISMO, and Roadster models. Prices will hold at 2015 levels despite the addition of new exterior colors and updated equipment.

When 2015 Dodge Challenger Faces 2015 Nismo GTR

By Armen Hareyan on April 14, 2015 - 11:44AM

2015 Subaru Outback overtakes Ford F-150 as best selling vehicle in Colorado

By Denis Flierl on April 14, 2015 - 8:16AM

The 2015 Subaru Outback is now the best selling vehicle in Colorado. Why is Outback outselling the Ford F-150?

2015 Subaru Forester, 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek, 2015 Subaru Impreza

Subaru rolls out 3 special “Proud Edition” models in Japan

By Denis Flierl on April 14, 2015 - 8:12AM

Subaru just introduced special edition 2015 Forester, XV Crosstrek and Impreza models equipped with EyeSight. Why is Subaru so proud of the models?

Watch Stunt driver Ben Collins test the Outback's EyeSight technology [video]

By Denis Flierl on April 14, 2015 - 8:04AM

The 2015 Subaru Outback’s new EyeSight safety system gets tested by Stunt driver Ben Collins. How did the Outback perform under real world conditions?

The New Ramcharger is Just Another Stupid April Fool's Joke

By Patrick Rall on April 13, 2015 - 8:27PM

Over the past few weeks, word has spread around the internet that the Chrysler Group’s Ram Truck brand was working on a new large truck-based sport utility vehicle that will be named the Ramcharger, but Im sorry to inform everyone who didn’t realize this at first that the Ramcharger is yet another stupid April Fool’s joke pulled by a publication looking to score traffic with fake news.

Entire Ford F150 Lineup Getting the 10-Speed Transmission

By Patrick Rall on April 13, 2015 - 7:56PM

The 2017 Ford SVT Raptor F150 made its grand debut back in January at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show with an all-new 10-speed automatic transmission – one that will soon make its way into the entire Ford F150 lineup.

American Honda confirms spring dealership roll-out for HR-V Crossover

By Parks McCants on April 13, 2015 - 5:13PM

In speaking with American Honda Monday, we’re assured that 2016 HR-V will hit the showroom sometime in the late spring. Times ticking…

2016 Camaro Could Still Serve as Indy 500 Pace Car

By Patrick Rall on April 13, 2015 - 4:17PM

When the rumor surfaced that the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro would debut in mid-May, I had speculated that it could debut as the 2015 Indy 500 Pace Car and even though we know that the mid-May debut is actually a standalone event in Detroit, I still think that the 6th gen Camaro could lead the Indy 500 field.

Why the V6 Toyota RAV4 is never coming back

By John Goreham on April 13, 2015 - 3:14PM

Toyota won't be bringing back the RAV4 with is excellent V6 and fans are not happy. Here's why.

Shelby Baja 700 Raptor F150 Packs Supercar Power

By Patrick Rall on April 13, 2015 - 1:36PM

The 2017 Ford SVT Raptor F150 will derive its power from a specially tuned 3.5L EcoBoost V6, but the 2014 Raptor was powered by a 6.2L V8 and that older V8 pickup is the one that Shelby American has used to design their new Baja 700 package – with 700 horsepower and an off road suspension setup that make it the baddest truck on the road and off.

Hellcat Challengers Bring Viper Money at Mecum Houston

By Patrick Rall on April 13, 2015 - 12:26PM

There were two examples of the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat available at this weekend’s Mecum collector’s car auction in Houston, with one selling for $80,000 and the other selling for $110,000 – both of which are considerably higher prices than MSRP.

Video- Crash at Disney highlights supercars are not amusement rides

By John Goreham on April 13, 2015 - 11:12AM

A death on a Walt Disney track highlights just how seriously people should take track day safety.

Mazda MX-5 Miatas becoming rare on dealer lots

By John Goreham on April 13, 2015 - 8:49AM

The 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata is about to become extinct. In many areas it may already seem to be.

2016 Lexus ES 350 coming this month

By John Goreham on April 13, 2015 - 8:46AM

Lexus will show off the new version of its top-selling car. Here's what to expect

Upgraded 2.0-liter Subaru WRX STI prototype being tested by STI

By Denis Flierl on April 13, 2015 - 8:10AM

STI is testing a new Subaru WRX STI prototype at Suzuka Circuit in Japan. What does this mean for U.S. buyers?

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition

Last Lancer Evolution Final Edition begins production in August

By Denis Flierl on April 13, 2015 - 8:00AM

Mitsubishi announces the start of taking orders for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition. How many will be produced?

BMW M3/4 ranked most aesthetically pleasing sports cars

By Denis Flierl on April 13, 2015 - 7:45AM

The BMW M3/M4 performance sedan and coupe have been named the most aesthetically pleasing models in the sports car class. What sets the twins apart?

2015 Subaru Forester, 2015 Outback, 2015 XV Crosstrek

Why Subaru’s 3 recreation-purposed vehicles are driving the brands success

By Denis Flierl on April 11, 2015 - 8:18AM

Subaru’s top 3 selling vehicles, the 2015 Subaru Outback, 2015 Forester and 2015 XV Crosstrek are at the Denver Auto Show. How are they driving Subaru’s success?

2016 Civic Euro-Hatch for U.S. could be Turbo Diesel

By Parks McCants on April 10, 2015 - 6:14PM

North America wants a Honda Turbo Diesel. Honda Motors builds the cleanest burning 1.6 Liter in the business, consumers wish it brought to the U.S..

2016 Honda Pilot Elite to give Acura MDX a run for the money

By Parks McCants on April 10, 2015 - 3:56PM

Is Honda’s “Triple-threat” to the SUV market also a detractor from Acura MDX sales? We look to Honda Pilot Elite for an answer or two.

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