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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.

Jaguar's F-Type R Coupe is making some noise

By Joseph Scott on November 7, 2014 - 11:52AM

Jaguar’s new slogan is "It's Good to Be Bad" and being bad is accomplished with the new active exhaust system being offered on most of their current models. It’s the most fun you will have behind the wheel without going to jail.

The Steeda 2015 Ford Mustang is the Most Powerful Yet

By Patrick Rall on November 7, 2014 - 11:45AM

We have already seen several beefed up versions of the 2015 Ford Mustang from various tuning companies around the country, but the new Steeda Q Series Mustang appears to be the strongest horse in the stable – with output reaching up to 775 horsepower.

Tesla drops Model S powertrain options to simplify production – no 60D for you

By Luke Ottaway on November 7, 2014 - 9:41AM

Somewhat buried in the Tesla Q3 shareholder letter was the admission that two powertrain options on Model S will no longer be offered. The significance of the move is debatable.

4 reasons Subaru beat all automakers for top spot in UK’s National Car Awards

By Denis Flierl on November 7, 2014 - 9:00AM

Subaru sells the performance 2015 WRX STI in the UK and the brand is most recommend above all others. Why did Subaru beat more than 40 rival manufacturers?

How this lucky winner received keys to a new 2015 Subaru WRX STI

By Denis Flierl on November 7, 2014 - 6:42AM

Why is Bucky Lasek handing the keys to a new 2015 Subaru WRX STI to this lucky winner?

Lasek rockets to 3rd podium at GRC finale in Subaru WRX STI

By Denis Flierl on November 6, 2014 - 6:50PM

SRT USA closed out the 2014 Red Bull Global Rallycross Season in Las Vegas with another podium. Where did Lasek finish in his 2014 Subaru WRX STI?

GM Debuts C7 Corvette Stingray LT1 Crate Engine at SEMA

By Patrick Rall on November 6, 2014 - 5:55PM

One of the biggest announcements at the 2014 SEMA Show was the introduction of the C7 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray LT1 V8 as a crate motor – giving everyone working on a project car the chance to enjoy the powerful new Corvette engine in the vehicle of their choice.

The Hellcat Powered Dodge Challenger, Charger Almost Didn't Happen

By Patrick Rall on November 6, 2014 - 4:28PM

While the new Hellcat Hemi makes the 2015 Dodge Charger the world’s most powerful sedan and the 2015 Dodge Challenger the world’s 6th most powerful sports car, the Hellcat project was suspended for some time with the possibility never starting back up – but persistent members of the SRT team made sure that this supercharged beast did become a production reality.

Honda Fit performance aftermarket to explode following SEMA

By Parks McCants on November 6, 2014 - 1:18PM

Thinking about modifying your late model Honda Fit? Better get on it! we believe that that Fit aftermarket demand will explode following the SEMA Show.

The 2015 Chevrolet Camaro Spring Special Edition Renamed the Green Flash

By Patrick Rall on November 6, 2014 - 12:09PM

One of the featured vehicles at the ongoing SEMA Show is the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro Spring Special Edition, which is officially renamed the Green Flash Edition after GM ran a contest to name the new metallic green special edition package.

2015 Lexus IS 350C Lexus IS250 Lexus IS F

If you love the 2015 Lexus IS 350C or IS F do not watch this video

By John Goreham on November 6, 2014 - 11:29AM

As an owner and fan of the Lexus IS 350 C, this one hurts me to watch.

Can you top this hideous 2015 Lexus NX 200t created for SEMA?

By John Goreham on November 6, 2014 - 11:00AM

Some of the SEMA show cars really turn us off and this one takes the cake. Can you top it?

The 2015 Ford Mustang King Cobra is the Ultimate Catalog Build

By Patrick Rall on November 6, 2014 - 10:49AM

In order to show off just how wild you can make your 2015 Ford Mustang GT by only using the Ford Racing catalog, FoMoCo has offered up the new 2015 Mustang King Cobra – a super modified, high performance pony car that is creating strictly using packages from Ford Racing.

2015 AcuraTLX safest performance sedan on the road today

By Parks McCants on November 6, 2014 - 10:16AM

The first time 2015 Acura TLX takes control of the steering wheel and decelerates while applying the brakes, unassisted by you the driver you’ll realize that you're driving the safest, most advanced car on the road today.” Beam me up Scotty.”

Tesla progress report: strong Model S demand, Model X setbacks

By Luke Ottaway on November 6, 2014 - 9:15AM

Tesla Motors had an eventful third quarter, highlighted by troubles with a factory shutdown, introduction of all-wheel-drive and autopilot features, and more Model X delays. Here is the rundown.

Subaru WRX STIs set for last Red Bull Global Rallycross showdown

By Denis Flierl on November 6, 2014 - 8:10AM

The final 2014 Red Bull Global Rallycross event is underway in Las Vegas and both Subaru WRX STIs are set for the showdown.

Speedhunters takes new Scion FR-S to remarkable heights at SEMA

By Denis Flierl on November 6, 2014 - 6:51AM

The Scion Tuner Challenge was won by Speedhunters who took the new 2014 Scion FR-S and turned it into something special. See why it's called “Maximum Attack”

Camaro Clubs Mustang and Challenger Again in October, Annual Lead Grows

By Patrick Rall on November 5, 2014 - 7:38PM

The sales numbers from around the American automotive industry are in and for the 7th consecutive month, the Chevrolet Camaro has comfortably outsold both the Dodge Challenger and the Ford Mustang – which pushed the Camaro’s lead in the annual muscle car sales race to almost 10,000 units.

Paul Stanley's Custom 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Debuts at SEMA

By Patrick Rall on November 5, 2014 - 4:10PM

Among the large, centralized General Motors display at the 2014 SEMA Show is a 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe that has been customized by Kiss guitarist Paul Stanley and while this C7 Stingray isn’t as outrageous as others around the show – the Starchild’s little red Corvette is impossible to miss.

When it comes to EVs and fuel cells, what is Toyota really thinking?

By Luke Ottaway on November 5, 2014 - 2:34PM

Though there does not necessarily have to be a battle between batteries and fuel cells, it often seems to happen that way. Toyota has been fueling the conflict between the two technologies through its words and actions, but what does the automaker truly think about the future of transportation?

This 2015 Dodge Charger Packs 10,000hp, Weighs 2,400lbs

By Patrick Rall on November 5, 2014 - 2:25PM

Among the many vehicle debuts at the ongoing 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas is the 2015 Dodge Charger R/T Funny Car – a purpose built drag car that will help Team Mopar go after another championship in 2015 with 10,000 awesome Hemi horsepower.

Mazda announces unique new 2016 Miata race series –photos

By John Goreham on November 5, 2014 - 2:20PM

Mazda announces an exciting new race series with identically prepared 2016 Miata racecars

Nissan Murano Begins Production In Mississippi For First Time

By Aaron Turpen on November 5, 2014 - 12:40PM

For the first time, the Nissan Murano crossover is being made in the company's Canton, Mississippi plant as the first dedicated export build for Nissan's North American operations.

Can you see the boring in this 2015 Lexus RC F?

By John Goreham on November 5, 2014 - 11:39AM

Apparently, the “boring” label no longer works, but critics are hard at work trying to find a way to downplay the most exciting Toyota/Lexus product ever.

Supercharger 2015 Mustang GT being tested

The 2015 Mustang GT Gets 600+ Horsepower from Ford Racing

By Patrick Rall on November 5, 2014 - 10:44AM

Ford Racing has unveiled their first big power added for the 2015 Ford Mustang GT at the ongoing SEMA Show and with help from the folks at Roush, the new Ford Racing supercharger lifts the output of the new Mustang from 435 horsepower to over 600 horsepower – enough power to push the 2015 Mustang down the quarter mile in the 10 second range.

Mark Higgins forced to retire but Subaru WRX STIs dominate at ERC

By Denis Flierl on November 5, 2014 - 6:46AM

Mark Higgins who set the record at Isle of Man driving the 2015 Subaru WRX STI, came close to a victory at ERC round 10. This time he did it in Switzerland.

2015 Mercedes C-Class is ready to overtake BMW and Audi

By Denis Flierl on November 5, 2014 - 6:23AM

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is already taking the lead in sales and positions the brand to take the lead in luxury car sales.

October EV sales: LEAF and i3 stay strong while plug-in hybrids falter

By Luke Ottaway on November 4, 2014 - 11:04PM

An impressive streak came to an end last month: the current generation of plug-in vehicles delivered fewer copies year-over-year for the first time ever. The main culprit was slow sales of plug-in hybrids, influenced by several factors.

The Fully Restored Blue Devil Corvette ZR1 Debuts at SEMA

By Patrick Rall on November 4, 2014 - 8:36PM

The first Chevrolet Corvette to be repaired after falling into the National Corvette Museum sinkhole is the 2009 Blue Devil ZR1 and as a surprise accompaniment to the highly modified new models at the 2014 SEMA Show – the good-as-new Blue Devil test car made its world debut before heading back to its home in Bowling Green Kentucky.

Ford Announces Two Recalls for the 2014 F150

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

Ford Motor Company has issued a pair of recalls for the 2014 F150 pickup – one pertaining to the function of the rear brake lights and a second that focuses on the passenger’s side airbag system – both of which pose some risk to the occupants of the truck and others on the road around them.

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