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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.

2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Production is Underway

By Patrick Rall on November 11, 2014 - 7:18PM

General Motors hasn’t made any official statement on the production of the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 beginning, but a moderator at the enthusiast forum StingrayForums.com was recently taking a tour of the Bowling Green Assembly Plant when he witnessed Z06 #1 rolling off of the assembly line – with more copies of the new super-Vette on the line.

The 2015 Challenger and 1971 Challenger Head to Head Styling Comparison

By Patrick Rall on November 11, 2014 - 3:39PM

The exterior design of the 2015 Dodge Challenger was inspired by the 1971 Dodge Challenger so while testing the 2015 Challenger Scat Pack recently, I had a chance to shoot some pictures with the new Mopar muscle car next to the 1971 model that served as the inspiration for design – showing the similarities and differences of the two muscle cars in the clearest fashion possible.

Lexus to reveal new convertible concept LF C2

By John Goreham on November 11, 2014 - 1:22PM

We suspect this is the updated IS 350C and that it will share many of the updates that car has yet to see.

Lexus is at it again with EV attack ads, still doesn’t get it

By Luke Ottaway on November 11, 2014 - 12:22PM

Oh, Lexus. We know you are proud of those hybrids of yours, and we know your parent company (Toyota) does not think highly of battery electric vehicles. But this is not a race for political office.

3rd 2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Teaser Confirms Mustang, V8 (Video)

By Patrick Rall on November 11, 2014 - 12:21PM

Ford Motor Company has rolled out its third tease video of what I still believe pertains to the 2016 Mustang Shelby GT350, with this newest video offering a quick glimpse of the engine bay and the undercarriage – both of which further confirm that these shadowy shots do indeed show a new Mustang with a V8 engine.

Nissan, Wounded Warrior Project Release Short Film from Project Titan

By Aaron Turpen on November 11, 2014 - 11:32AM

As a Veteran's Day tribute, Nissan and the Wounded Warrior Project have released a short film about the Alaskan trek two wounded veterans took in a crowd-sourced Titan.

2015 Ford F150 Production Begins Today, Arriving in Dealerships Next Month

By Patrick Rall on November 11, 2014 - 10:28AM

Production of the all-new 2015 Ford F150 officially began at the automakers Rouge Assembly Plant this morning and as the first aluminum Ford trucks roll off of the assembly line and enter the early quality control phase, consumers can expect to see these trucks at their local dealership sometime next month.

2015 Prius hybrid now matches the cost per mile of Leaf EV in some markets

By John Goreham on November 11, 2014 - 8:53AM

Due to increasing electricity costs and decreasing gasoline costs, the most popular EV and most popular hybrid now have nearly identical costs for energy per mile of operation.

Want more power for your BRZ/FR-S/GT86? Cosworth has a 280 hp solution [video]

By Denis Flierl on November 11, 2014 - 7:31AM

Cosworth has the answer for Subaru BRZ/Scion FR-S/ Toyota GT/86 performance enthusiasts. How about 280 hp?

4 reasons 2015 Subaru Legacy is the best value on the market today [video]

By Denis Flierl on November 11, 2014 - 6:28AM

Car Connection says there’s 4 reasons the 2015 Subaru Legacy is the best car to buy. Find out why they think Legacy is the best value on the market today.

Is the 1961 Jaguar E-Type the benchmark?

By Joseph Scott on November 10, 2014 - 5:23PM

The Jaguar E-Type (AKA the XK-E) was produced from 1961 to 1975 and stands the test of time as the most beloved British sports car ever! Even Enzo Ferrari said after seeing it the first time it was "The most beautiful car ever made."

Saying That the Hellcat Charger/Challenger Can't Use the Power is Moronic

By Patrick Rall on November 10, 2014 - 4:04PM

Across the many comments I have seen posted online pertaining to the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat and the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, there are a select few who ramble on about how the 707hp Mopar muscle cars cannot use the power and having driven both of the Hellcat cars on a track – I can assure you that making comments like that only make you sound like a fool.

Ford flexes its green energy muscle yet again, harnesses the wind for dealers

By Luke Ottaway on November 10, 2014 - 3:16PM

Would you think differently about your car dealer if it had a futuristic-looking wind sail spinning overhead to generate a substantial amount of carbon-free electricity?

Corvette Stingray Sales Climb in October, Drubbing Porsche Again

By Patrick Rall on November 10, 2014 - 1:56PM

October 2014 marked the 1 year anniversary for the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and in addition to improved numbers over each of the past two months, the Corvette once again beat the Dodge Viper, all Porsche cars combined and all other premium sports cars sold in the US.

2016 Shelby GT350 Mustang Teaser #2 Arrives with Engine Sound (Video)

By Patrick Rall on November 10, 2014 - 12:22PM

The second teaser video for what I believe is the 2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 has hit the internet, offering us insight into the basic principles that formed this mystery car with the help of Ford Motor Company top brass – along with a new collection of tightly cropped images of the new performance car and a chance to hear the engine roar.

Jaguar XE is loaded with a secret weapon and ready for the competition

By Joseph Scott on November 10, 2014 - 11:22AM

Jaguar’s all new XE will rewrite the compact sports sedan rulebook and raise the bar to a new standard in luxury performance.

Used car dealer price gouging Honda Fit buyers

By Parks McCants on November 10, 2014 - 9:14AM

We've read from several reader’s comments that used Honda Fit pricing has gone through the roof. Is it possible that used car dealers price gouge Fit buyers? we look to the numbers.

New 2015 Legacy keeps Subaru brand soaring high

By Denis Flierl on November 10, 2014 - 8:14AM

The 2015 Subaru Legacy is setting new records for the brand. What is making the new sedan so popular?

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution’s eco-performance replacement is coming to LA

By Denis Flierl on November 10, 2014 - 7:23AM

The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is on its way out, and it’s eco-performance replacement is coming to LA. Check out the Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV.

Why range anxiety is not a real problem

By Luke Ottaway on November 9, 2014 - 11:24AM

Range anxiety is often cited as one of the major reasons battery electric vehicles have yet to take off in the mass market. But does it actually exist in practice?

New Subaru Outback makes European launch with extra safety features

By Denis Flierl on November 9, 2014 - 8:25AM

Subaru extends the global launch of the 2015 Outback into Europe. It will feature this new safety technology for the first time in Europe.

Subaru VIZIV GT Vision Gran Turismo teased ahead of official release [video]

Subaru VIZIV GT Vision Gran Turismo teased ahead of official unveiling [video]

By Denis Flierl on November 9, 2014 - 6:53AM

The Subaru VIZIV2 Concept made its global debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2014. See the answer to Vision Gran Turismo by Subaru in this video.

Nissan GT Academy Returns to Consoles, TV and the Track for Fourth Season

By Aaron Turpen on November 8, 2014 - 10:56PM

The 4th season of the GT Academy will be returning to Spike TV with new episodes every Friday as gamers try to turn into race car drivers to join the Nissan NISMO team.

Datsun Go Has Epic Crash Test Fail, says NCAP

By Aaron Turpen on November 8, 2014 - 10:36PM

The Global NCAP conducted a crash test to the Datsun Go, which is sold on the market in India, and the car crumpled like a frat boy's beer can, destroying everything within.

Jaguar F-Type takes on a Land Speed Record

By Joseph Scott on November 8, 2014 - 10:34PM

Jaguar announces that standard All-Wheel Drive will be featured in their flagship sport coupe in 2016, and the reveal took place in the exotic landscape of the South African desert. Details of the full model lineup will be released on November 19th at the 2014 Los Angeles International Auto Show.

2015 Subaru WRX STI gets even faster at Rocky Mountain Rally

By Denis Flierl on November 8, 2014 - 9:33AM

In only its 3rd Rally, the 2015 Subaru WRX STI gets another second-place podium finish. How close were they to the leader?

New Subaru Forester STI has Nurburgring roots but don’t look for it in the U.S.

By Denis Flierl on November 8, 2014 - 7:47AM

Subaru and Subaru Tecnica International (STI) are launching a new 2015 Forester STI soon. Will we see it in the U.S., Australia and Europe?

A Look at All 2015 Dodge Charger Trimlines, Prices

By Patrick Rall on November 7, 2014 - 5:03PM

Over the past three weeks we have talked at length about the pricing of the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat, but we really haven’t looked at the pricing of the rest of the Charger lineup – until today.

Chevrolet Performance Catalog Could Get 2015 Z06 Parts for Stingray Owners

By Patrick Rall on November 7, 2014 - 4:15PM

Based on the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray spread on display at the 2014 SEMA Show, it looks like there is a good change that the performance parts division could begin offering key components from the 2015 Z06, allowing Stingray owners to get some of the go-fast features of the super-Vette without laying out “Z06 money”.

No Honda Fit Takata airbag recall

By Parks McCants on November 7, 2014 - 4:09PM

The expanded Takata airbag recall list generated by Honda Motors Friday does not include Honda Fit.

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