Automotive News (Page 772)

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.

First Edition V8 Hemi Dodge Challenger SRT8 from Essen Motor Show

By Armen Hareyan on November 29, 2014 - 12:12PM

NISMO Festival Opens in Japan To Huge Crowds of Nissan Fans

By Aaron Turpen on November 29, 2014 - 12:05PM

Got a need for speed? If you're in Japan, you can fulfill it this weekend at the annual NISMO festival.

BMW M4 by AC Schnitzer makes world premiere at Essen Motor Show

By Denis Flierl on November 29, 2014 - 10:17AM

German tuner AC Schnitzer has unveiled their latest 2015 BMW M4 creation at the Essen Motor Show. How about 510 hp?

Subaru Outback, Legacy and WRX keep the brand flying high

By Denis Flierl on November 29, 2014 - 7:34AM

Subaru launched the new 2015 Outback, 2015 Legacy and 2015 WRX models and the brand is enjoying record sales. Will this continue?

I guess the 2016 Jaguar F-Type SVR is not just a rumor

By Joseph Scott on November 28, 2014 - 3:11PM

Jaguar Australia has just released information about pre orders of the “Super” F-Type jaguar that we thought might only be a rumor. Will the Project 7 F-Type usher in the SVR street version?

2015 Nissan GT-R 45th Anniversary Edition

GT-R 45th Anniversary Edition Unveiled in Japan in Extreme Exclusivity

By Aaron Turpen on November 28, 2014 - 12:12PM

An exclusive new version of the hot 2015 Nissan GT-R supercar will pay tribute to Godzilla's 45th anniversary.

2015 Toyota GT86 CS-R3 gets extreme testing in the dirt

By Denis Flierl on November 28, 2014 - 11:52AM

Toyota Motorsport GmbH (TMG) has been testing the 250hp 2015 Toyota GT86 CS-R3 in the dirt in eastern Germany. Looks like fun!

Do You Approve James Bond's Aston Martin Fiat 500 Tradeoff?

By Bridgett Davis on November 28, 2014 - 10:38AM

Sadly in the next installment of the beloved Bond series, James Bond will not be sporting the British born Aston Martin DB5 in the upcoming release of the latest 007 adventure. The MI6 secret agent, played by some of the greatest actors in the industry from Roger Moore, Sean Connery to the debonair Pierce Bronsan, will now be in the Italian spirit behind the wheel of the Fiat 500 taking us on numerous thrill chases through the streets of the Vatican.

The missing six: The Jaguar 1963 Lightweight E-Type is reborn

By Joseph Scott on November 28, 2014 - 10:00AM

In the early 60’s Jaguar only made 12 Lightweight E-Type cars out of aluminum, however they had originally planned to make 18 of them. The last six would finally be built some 50 years later.

More premium feel of 2015 Subaru WRX doesn’t hurt its appeal

By Denis Flierl on November 28, 2014 - 9:20AM

The 2015 Subaru WRX received a complete remodel that included a more premium feel. But it doesn’t seem to have hurt its appeal.

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Special Edition coming to the U.S. next year

By Denis Flierl on November 28, 2014 - 8:47AM

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution will arrive next year and the performance EVO will finish its production run with a Special Edition model.

BMW takes the wraps off the new 3 Series plug-in hybrid

By Denis Flierl on November 28, 2014 - 7:53AM

A new BMW 3 Series plug-in hybrid prototype is making way for a production model that will launch in 2016. BMW gives us an early preview.

Giving thanks and a fond farewell

By Luke Ottaway on November 27, 2014 - 12:54PM

In my final column for Torque News, I go for an electric vehicle Thanksgiving theme.

The 2016 Jaguar F-Type SVR plans to do what?

By Joseph Scott on November 26, 2014 - 10:03PM

Jaguar has recently begun a Special Ops Team called “SVR”, and they may have some very special plans for the F-Type that will again turn the sports car enthusiasts to take notes.

How to shop Black Friday sales for Honda Civic

By Parks McCants on November 26, 2014 - 8:47PM

While other auto makers scramble to take advantage of Black Friday you aren't likely to find deep discounts offered on 2015 Honda Civic, but we have found a few remaining 2014s on sale. Torque News looks to the numbers.

Even Hotter Shelby GT350R Mustang Rumored to Debut in Detroit

By Patrick Rall on November 26, 2014 - 7:51PM

The new Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang hasn’t even rolled off of the stage at its LA Auto Show debut, but there is already a rumor that an even hotter version of the new GT350 on the way, and this new GT350R is expected to make its debut this coming January at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

What Engine Could Power a Next Gen Camaro Z/28?

By Patrick Rall on November 26, 2014 - 12:19PM

The 6th generation of the Chevrolet Camaro is expected to arrive for the 2016 model year and with the introduction of the new Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang and the slow demise of the LS7 engine which powers the current Camaro Z/28, I am all but certain that we will see a next gen Z/28 – but what engine will be under the hood?

5 reasons why new WRX STI is the Best Performance Car Under $100K

By Denis Flierl on November 26, 2014 - 9:26AM

The new 2015 Subaru WRX STI is getting more global recognition. There’s 5 reasons why it’s been named Best Performance Car Under $100K.

New BMW i3 now achieves its remarkable 19th global award

By Denis Flierl on November 26, 2014 - 7:35AM

One year after its launch, the new BMW i3 has picked up more awards than any other EV. The BMW i3 just received number 19 in Los Angeles.

Why was the 90's Jaguar XJS Such a Classic

By Joseph Scott on November 25, 2014 - 6:59PM

The 1990 Jaguar XJS drop-top was a classic that still earns its place among the car enthusiast today and was one of the longest running model ever built by Jaguar.

How Aston Martin Aids Consumers in Decision Making by Using Modern Tech

By Bridgett Davis on November 25, 2014 - 2:47PM

Aston Martin fans, enthusiasts and owners can now uncover and explore a world of luxury through the Aston Martin Official Brochure Collection now available on Google Play. Giving the user exclusive and full access to the current Aston Martin line-up through virtual reality, with a range of six languages, this unique brochure allows the user to take an up close view of the British born Aston Martin brand.

Watch the First 9-Second 2015 Ford Mustang GT Quarter Mile Run (Video)

By Patrick Rall on November 25, 2014 - 11:24AM

Roughly six weeks after we saw the first real world videos of the 2015 Ford Mustang GT on a drag strip, we have our first video of a next generation Mustang cracking into the 9 second range – with a surprisingly short mod list.

Subaru BRZ GT300 gets left in the dust in final race and finishes 17th

By Denis Flierl on November 25, 2014 - 9:00AM

Throughout the year, the Subaru BRZ GT300 was fast, qualified in the pole position and won a race, but the final was disappointing for the STI team.

Announcing the new exclusive STI-developed 2015 Subaru Forester tS

By Denis Flierl on November 25, 2014 - 7:32AM

Subaru launches the new STI-developed 2015 Forester tS performance SUV. Will the U.S. and other global markets get left out again?

2016 Honda HR-V takes Fit versatility to AWD sports-level

By Parks McCants on November 24, 2014 - 7:16PM

You may argue with me on first look, I know I did. When Honda’s GM Jeff Conrad stated that there was ‘nothing else like it on the market,’ I too took exception. But then I took a closer look at the competition.

Why Dodge Wants Eminem Fans to Know the Hellcat Charger

By Patrick Rall on November 24, 2014 - 4:08PM

Detroit based rapper Eminem has just rolled out the video for his song Guts Over Fear and the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat makes a brief cameo appearance – a move which will put the world’s most powerful sedan in front of millions of online viewers.

Do hydrogen-electric plug-in hybrids like the Audi A7 h-tron make sense?

By Luke Ottaway on November 24, 2014 - 3:20PM

Audi presented an intriguing concept at the Los Angeles Auto Show last week: a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle with a hydrogen fuel cell range extender. Could this powertrain be the real future?

The 2015 Ford F150 Officially Beats All Gas Powered Competition in MPGs

By Patrick Rall on November 24, 2014 - 2:55PM

The full fuel economy figures for the 2015 Ford F150 pickup have been released on the EPA website and with figures of 19mpg city, 26mpg highway and 22mpg combined for the new 2.7L EcoBoost V6, the 2015 F150 is officially the most fuel efficient gas powered half ton pickup on the market.

Connect with your local Jaguar car club

By Joseph Scott on November 24, 2014 - 2:06PM

The popularity of Jaguar is at an all-time high and the success can be traced to a few reasons: A great new car lineup, clever video marketing, and the power of social media. But sometimes you just need to go old school and get out to a local car show.

2015 Corvette Z06 Showing Up on eBay Under, Way Over MSRP

By Patrick Rall on November 24, 2014 - 1:46PM

The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 will soon begin hitting dealerships around the USA and with this first wave of the most track capable Corvette of all time, it doesn’t come as a surprise that they are already listed on eBay – but it does come as a surprise that the new Z06 is available online with prices that range from thousands under MSRP to tens of thousands over.

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