Automotive News (Page 763)

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.

Fun to drive 2015 Honda Fit pushes segment performance to higher ground

By Parks McCants on March 5, 2015 - 6:58PM

Honda’s sub-compact 5 door hatchback places a new spin on “throwing a Fit,” as the car buying public drives Fit sales to month over month double digit volume increases. Fit continues to kick proverbial sales butt in a segment crowded with initially affordable alternatives. Could 2015 Fit be that good?

Lexus IS 350C: Garage or drive a convertible in winter?

By John Goreham on March 5, 2015 - 6:30PM

The Lexus IS 350C convertible coupe is a four season car. Or is it?

New Chevy Malibu, Cadillac CT6 to Debut in NY, Camaro Might Not

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2015 - 3:48PM

General Motors announced yesterday that the next generation Chevrolet Malibu will debut next month at the New York International Auto Show and with the new Cadillac CT6 also slated for a Big Apple debut, it has me questioning whether the next generation Camaro will be introduced alongside two other big time debuts.

Meet the World's Fastest 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2015 - 12:39PM

We have been watching the progress of the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost project car of the Mustang performance experts at American Muscle but today, we bring you a look at an even quicker turbocharged 4-cylinder Mustang – one which is claimed to be the fastest of its type in the world.

Newly enhanced 2015 Subaru WRX STI NBR unveiled in Geneva [video]

By Denis Flierl on March 5, 2015 - 8:38AM

The new 2015 Subaru WRX STI Nurburgring 24-hour race car is unveiled at the Geneva International Motor Show. What enhancements did the new STI get?

Subaru launches kids into space program again

By Denis Flierl on March 5, 2015 - 8:17AM

Subaru invests in the scientists, astronauts and engineers of tomorrow through the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program.

Infiniti QX30 Concept Wows Geneva

By Aaron Turpen on March 5, 2015 - 12:30AM

One of the most anticipated concepts to be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show was the Infiniti QX30 compact luxury crossover, which wowed audiences with its style and appeal.

2016 Acura MDX Tech drives V6 SUV performance off the charts

By Parks McCants on March 4, 2015 - 9:13PM

Acura takes the best selling premium 3 row SUV in North America and drives its notable comfort and sport-like-performance to a level normally reserved for V8 powered suburban crawlers. Torque News takes a closer look at 2016 Acura MDX

2015 Corvette Z06 Debuts in Geneva with a Big Price Tag

By Patrick Rall on March 4, 2015 - 4:15PM

While the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 has already reached buyers around the United States, the 2015 Geneva Motor Show brings European supercar fans a chance to meet the 650 horsepower Vette in person, but with a price that is considerably higher in Europe than it is in the US – the most track capable Corvette of all time is reserved for fans with the deepest pockets.

4-Season Mazda3 test by Automobile Mag reveals cost of ownership truths

By John Goreham on March 4, 2015 - 4:12PM

Automobile Magazine put 21K miles on their Mazda3. Their comprehensive test confirms our conclusions.

2015 Dodge Charger Coming to Xbox One Later This Month for Furious 7

By Patrick Rall on March 4, 2015 - 1:54PM

Those gamers who have been looking forward to driving the 2015 Dodge Charger in the virtual world only have to wait a few more weeks, as the redesigned Charger R/T will debut on Xbox One’s Forza Horizon 2 later this month as part of the new Fast & Furious expansion package – along with a handful of other cars ranging from the Jeep Wrangler to the Toyota Supra to the 1970 Dodge Charger R/T.

Ford GT to Cost Around $400k, Which is Disappointing for Several Reasons

By Patrick Rall on March 4, 2015 - 12:06PM

While no new technical specs have come from the new Ford GT supercar’s European debut in Geneva, information on both production numbers and price have come from the massive Swiss show, with global production limited to just 250 units and a price that could start up around $400,000 – almost guaranteeing that this car will not serve as a proper competitor to the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 or Dodge Viper.

Demand for 2015 Subaru WRX/STI reaches record levels

By Denis Flierl on March 4, 2015 - 8:26AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX/STI line is selling at record levels in 2015. You can find a 2015 Subaru WRX on dealer lots. If you want a 2015 STI, you will have to order one and wait.

No performance oriented Levorg 2.0 GT-S for the UK market [video]

By Denis Flierl on March 4, 2015 - 8:13AM

The 2015 European spec. 2015 Subaru Levorg sports tourer was unveiled in Geneva. The UK won’t be getting the performance Levorg 2.0 GT-S.

Op-ed: It is time to stop debating whether electric cars are cleaner than gasoline

By Luke Ottaway on March 4, 2015 - 12:29AM

Another mainstream media outlet, in this case USA Today, has put its name and influence behind an inaccurate and misleading assessment disputing the environmental benefits of electric cars.

2015 Dodge Charger Leads Strong Sales Growth in February

By Patrick Rall on March 3, 2015 - 6:39PM

The redesigned 2015 Dodge Charger is gradually reaching dealerships from coast to coast and even though a great many internet know-it-alls guaranteed that the new high tech looking front end was certain to lead to a sales flop – the numbers are in for February 2015 and they are very good for the new Charger.

Win a 2015 Corvette Z06 or 67 Corvette Stingray for $3, Help a Great Charity

By Patrick Rall on March 3, 2015 - 1:11PM

If you have been wanting to put a 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 in your garage but you cannot handle the $80k price tag, you are in luck as the Ronald McDonald House is holding a raffle for the new super-Corvette and a 1967 Corvette Stingray with prices beginning at just $3 per ticket.

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.

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