Automotive News (Page 764)

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.

Hope renewed for a 2016 MazdaSpeed 3

By John Goreham on April 30, 2015 - 1:54PM

An Australian publication says that the MazdaSpeed3 is coming back. But will it come to the US?

Jeff Gordon with the 2015 indy 500 corvette z06

2015 Corvette Z06 Named Indy 500 Pace Car, Jeff Gordon to Drive

By Patrick Rall on April 30, 2015 - 1:10PM

While it had been speculated that the new 2016 Chevrolet Camaro would be the official pace car for the 2015 Indy 500, General Motors announced today that the 2015 Corvette Z06 would lead the field at the 99th running of the Indianapolis 500 with local celebrity and NASCAR champ Jeff Gordon at the wheel.

Lexus 2015 RC F designer Yukihiko Yaguchi

Meet the man that brought you the 2015 Lexus RC F and Supra

By John Goreham on April 30, 2015 - 11:59AM

Yukihiko Yaguchi is the Chief F cars designer at Lexus. Here’s why he matters to Lexus fans.

Hood, Rear End of 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Teased

By Patrick Rall on April 30, 2015 - 11:56AM

The newest pair of teaser images for the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro was introduced today, this time showing the hood lines and the new rear spoiler of the 6th gen muscle car.

VW Andretti announces massive power increase for 2015 GRC Beetles

By Denis Flierl on April 30, 2015 - 9:05AM

For the 2015 Global Rallycross season, Volkswagen Andretti is amping up the VW Beetle. What changes are they making that could launch them to the top?

New safety tech makes 2016 WRX the safest performance compact on the planet

By Denis Flierl on April 30, 2015 - 8:08AM

The new 2016 Subaru WRX launches this summer and it will be even safer. What makes the performance sedan safer than the outgoing model?

Automakers rely on U.S. truck sales for profits

Key U.S. automakers losing money on cars, relying on trucks for profits

By John Goreham on April 29, 2015 - 8:07PM

One cause for the economic troubles some U.S. automakers faced in the past was too great a reliance on trucks for profits. Guess what?

Dodge Charger Hellcat Beats Tesla P85D in Motor Trend Shootout (Video)

By Patrick Rall on April 29, 2015 - 5:59PM

The 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat and the 2015 Tesla Model S P85D sedan are two of the best performing sedans on sale today and the folks at Motor Trend have just rolled out a great new video showing these two very different American super-sedans duking it out in a variety of tests and – surprisingly – the Charger gets the nod from MT as the baddest sedan on the block.

Watch a 1,000hp Hennessey Corvette Scream on the Dyno (Video)

By Patrick Rall on April 29, 2015 - 2:43PM

The folks at Hennessey Performance have just offered up a video of their first 2015 Corvette HPE1000 build, showing the 1,000 horsepower Stingray getting a light workout on the dyno.

2015 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Options, Prices Leaked

By Patrick Rall on April 29, 2015 - 1:50PM

Less than 24 hours after Ford Motor Company finally let us know that the new Shelby GT350 Mustang would be launched as a late-run 2015 model year vehicle, the folks at Mustang6g have gotten ahold of the options and option pricing for the new GT350 and GT350R.

2015 Toyota Prius c vs. Mini Cooper Hardtop

2015 Toyota Prius c or Mini Cooper – which is your commuter car choice?

By John Goreham on April 29, 2015 - 10:16AM

The Prius c and the Mini Cooper could not be more different, but both have the potential to be an excellent commuter car depending on your type of commute.

Mitsubishi EVO X successor will not be a performance sedan [video]

By Denis Flierl on April 29, 2015 - 8:09AM

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X is gone and the Mitsubishi Concept XR II could be the next EVO. What vehicle will next EVO badge be on?

A Detailed Look at the 2016 Corvette Changes

By Patrick Rall on April 28, 2015 - 2:02PM

Last Friday we brought you a look at the 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C7.R Edition, but that isn’t the only news for the 2016 model year Corvette – and today we take a look at the other changes for next year’s new Corvette Stingray and Z06.

Dodge Challenger Hellcat Runs 10.71, Claims Unofficial Record (Updated)

By Patrick Rall on April 28, 2015 - 12:40PM

A new video has surfaced on YouTube showing a 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat blasting down the quarter mile in just 10.71 with no modifications other than “racing tires” – a time which the video claims is an unofficial record for the 707hp Mopar muscle car.

2015 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Production Limited to 137 Units

By Patrick Rall on April 28, 2015 - 11:10AM

Ford Motor Company announced this morning that the new Shelby GT350 Mustang will official arrive as a 2015 model year vehicle in order to properly celebrate the 50th anniversary of the original Shelby Mustang, but with this new model coming so late in the year, only 137 copies of the 2015 GT350 will be built.

What are the top 5 technologies consumers most prefer in their next vehicle?

By Denis Flierl on April 28, 2015 - 8:30AM

The J.D. Power 2015 U.S. Tech Study shows that Subaru is on the right track when it comes to technology. What is Subaru doing to lead the industry?

2 Dominant M3 vehicles from BMW racing history get showcased at Sebring

By Denis Flierl on April 28, 2015 - 8:17AM

BMW showcased two BMW M3 race cars next to their street car counterparts. Why does motorsports play a big role in M3’s development?

Subaru Forester wins hotly contested "Mid-size SUV" of 2015 award

By Denis Flierl on April 28, 2015 - 8:02AM

The 2015 Subaru Forester wins "SUV of the Year 2015" in one of the most popular categories, "Mid-size SUV." How many vehicles did Forester beat?

NHRA 2015 Dodge Charger Returns to Winning Ways

By Patrick Rall on April 27, 2015 - 5:09PM

The new 2015 Dodge Charger funny cars continued their dominance of the Mello Yello Drag Racing Series this past weekend with yet another all-Charger final round – with Ron Capps grabbing the second win of the second and his NAPA Charger bringing Dodge its 5th win in 6 events.

Test the 2015 Shelby Mustang GT at the Track before Buying

By Patrick Rall on April 27, 2015 - 1:23PM

The 2015 Shelby Mustang GT is one of the baddest modified versions of the new pony car and starting next month, prospective buyers can test the Shelby GT on the track prior to buying it – or you can just pay the money to spend a day exercising the 627 horsepower 2015 Mustang.

C7 Corvette Stingray Media Kit Arrives on eBay for Charity

By Patrick Rall on April 27, 2015 - 12:17PM

One of the media packages from the debut of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray has arrived on eBay as part of a fundraising campaign for a Hartford area elementary school, giving Corvette enthusiasts a chance to own an extremely rare piece of Corvette history.

Engine problem doesn’t keep Subaru WRX STI from winning Oregon Trail Rally

By Denis Flierl on April 27, 2015 - 9:21AM

David Higgins and co-driver Craig Drew win the Oregon Trail Rally. What challenges almost kept them off the podium?

2015 Subaru Levorg inherits DNA from Legacy Touring GT Wagon

By Denis Flierl on April 27, 2015 - 9:15AM

April 23, 1988 was a big day for Subaru and the Legacy GT wagon. What record did the GT Touring wagon set?

2015 Subaru Forester wins Car of the Year again in Russia

By Denis Flierl on April 27, 2015 - 8:41AM

The 2015 Subaru Forester wins “Light Off Road” Car of the Year in Russia for the second year in a row. What sets Forester apart?

Real-world 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata fuel economy may be 33 MPG

By John Goreham on April 27, 2015 - 7:08AM

Based on our knowledge of the Miata, and how it is used, Miata drivers may see 33 MPG on their rides.

2016 Pilot, HR-V release signals a record roll-out streak for American Honda Motors

By Parks McCants on April 27, 2015 - 12:51AM

With the pending specifications and price reveal of 2016 Honda Pilot, and the mid-month dealer release of 2016 HR-V, CUV, Honda’s on a record breaking roll-out streak. We believe that HR-V will set yet another historical milestone for Honda Motors.

Nissan PlayStation GT Academy driver gear

Nissan PlayStation GT Academy Gears Up for 5th Season

By Aaron Turpen on April 26, 2015 - 1:30PM

Looking for its next championship race car driver, the Nissan PlayStation GT Academy will begin a new season, hoping to find more excellence in gamer to racer winners. Past winners have proven to be excellent NISMO athletes. Will there be another great find for 2015?

Carlos Ghosn Talks China and Its Importance to the Renault-Nissan Alliance

By Aaron Turpen on April 26, 2015 - 1:03PM

The four brands within the Nissan-Renault Alliance are all converged in China and with a new factory opening its doors this year, CEO Ghosn says that the Alliance is expecting the Chinese market to be its biggest growth sector. Find out details in video here.

Truck fans bid farewell to second generation Honda Pilot SUV

By Parks McCants on April 24, 2015 - 9:07PM

In its second generation and on the the road in North America since 2002, Honda’s light truck based midsize SUV is scheduled for a total redesign. Some old-school Pilot fans are not happy!

2016 Acura NSX redefines supercar aero-thermal dynamics

By Parks McCants on April 24, 2015 - 6:56PM

Friday afternoon found Torque News speaking with Acura’s Aerothermal Project Leader and Principal Engineer,Thomas Ramsay; We’re just a bit overwhelmed.

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