Automotive News (Page 777)

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.

The Cadillac CTS-V Could Offer More Consistent Performance than the Corvette Z06

By Patrick Rall on December 26, 2014 - 1:40PM

The 2016 Cadillac CTS-V will be powered by the same LT4 V8 as the 2015 Corvette Z06 and even though the high performance Caddy has slightly lower power ratings than the newest super-Vette – the 2016 CTS-V could actually offered more consistent performance over extended periods of high performance driving.

Jaguar intends to stir it up a bit in 2015

By Joseph Scott on December 26, 2014 - 1:20PM

The automotive world will be anxiously waiting to see if the 2016 Jaguar XE lives up to the hype. The all-new compact premium sports sedan will hit the streets ready to stir the melting pot of current cars.

The Biggest Factor Preventing a Hellcat Jeep - Challenger/Charger Success

By Patrick Rall on December 26, 2014 - 12:53PM

Mopar fans and lovers of very fast SUVs have been clamoring for a Hellcat version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT and while a 707 horsepower Jeep would be incredible – the success of the Hellcat Challenger and the expect popularity of the Hellcat Charger are likely the biggest issues preventing the Chrysler Group from dropping the supercharged Hemi into a Grand Cherokee in the near future.

Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang #1 to be Auctioned for Charity

By Patrick Rall on December 26, 2014 - 12:11PM

If you want to take a shot at buying the very first new Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang, you will be able to do so at the upcoming Barrett Jackson Scottsdale Auction, but with the proceeds of the auction benefitting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation – we can expect to see this track ready pony go for very big money.

2016 Fiat Abarth Spyder MX-5 Mazda Miata

Rumor mill abuzz with 2016 Fiat Spyder Abarth Mazda Miata speculation

By John Goreham on December 26, 2014 - 10:32AM

Will the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata-based Fiat be an Abarth, a Spyder or an Abarth Spyder?

2015 Toyota Prius sets the industry standard for safety in hybrids

By John Goreham on December 26, 2014 - 10:10AM

The most popular green car in the world also has the highest safety rating.

2015 Toyota Sienna only top rated minivan for safety

By John Goreham on December 26, 2014 - 9:52AM

Only the 2015 Toyota Sienna offers the industry’s highest safety rating, the IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus

Highly-customized Subaru WRX S4 PROVA announced for Tokyo Auto Salon

By Denis Flierl on December 26, 2014 - 8:37AM

Subaru will unveil the 2015 WRX S4 customized by PROVA at Tokyo Auto Salon 2015.

Jamie's neighbors may not like this, but is it aggressive?

By Armen Hareyan on December 24, 2014 - 9:14PM

2015 Accord and Fusion can't match Toyota Camry's Top Safety Pick+ rating

By John Goreham on December 24, 2014 - 2:20PM

The IIHS has downgraded the safety rating of the Honda Accord and Ford Fusion, leaving Camry to be the only top-selling mid-size with the industry’s highest safety rating.

Ford to Offer Warranty-Friendly Tuner for the 2015 Mustang EcoBoost

By Patrick Rall on December 24, 2014 - 2:10PM

The 2015 Ford Mustang will likely have the biggest performance aftermarket of any new car sold in the US and for those folks who want to squeeze a few extra ponies from their pony car without voiding the warranty, Ford Racing will soon offer up a tuning package for the Mustang EcoBoost.

Fast Cats: Top 10 Fastest Jaguar List

By Joseph Scott on December 24, 2014 - 12:10PM

Let’s look at the 10 fastest Jaguars ever built and see how you measure up. The newer Jaguars are laying down some quick times that are carving into Super-car territory.

New Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ twins are big on fun and safety

By Denis Flierl on December 24, 2014 - 10:03AM

Both the 2015 Scion FR-S and 2015 Subaru BRZ have earned the 2015 IIHS Top Safety Pick award this week.

2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek, 2015 Subaru Impreza

Subaru XV and Impreza are the safest small cars in America [video]

By Denis Flierl on December 24, 2014 - 7:26AM

2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2015 Impreza are the only cars in the entire small car category to achieve the IIHS “Superior” rating.

Toyota Lexus Top Safety List IIHS Top Safety Pick+

Toyota/Lexus has most 2015 vehicles with Top Safety ratings

By John Goreham on December 23, 2014 - 5:39PM

No automaker has more 2015 models with the Top Safety Pick Plus rating.

The Consumers reviews are in on the 2015 Jaguar F-Type

By Joseph Scott on December 23, 2014 - 3:14PM

Trusted car website Edmunds.com posted a review of the 2015 Jaguar F-Type and it’s filled with feedback from consumers like you, what they had to say may surprise you!

New Ford Supercar to Debut in Detroit, Possibly with the GT350 Mustang Engine

By Patrick Rall on December 23, 2014 - 2:10PM

Word around the automotive watercooler suggests that the next generation of the fabled Ford GT supercar will debut next month at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show and if I had to guess, I would expect that the new LeMans-bound performance car will be powered by the same flat plane V8 engine as the new Shelby GT350 Mustang.

Aston Martin takes on the Rocky Mountain Terrain

By Bridgett Davis on December 23, 2014 - 1:29PM

Aston Martin, once again taking it to the ice to demonstrate the off-road capabilities of the well- known luxury sports coupes, well be drifting its way through Colorado soon for its signature annual drive event Aston Martins On Ice. A three day excursion, set in the beautiful landscape of Crested Butte, Colorado, participants will experience ten acres of ice tracks that will provide them with the fill of gravity-defying cornering and some serious getting it sideways braking.

Will there be a new Jaguar under your Christmas Tree this year?

By Joseph Scott on December 23, 2014 - 11:30AM

Surprisingly many get a new car for Christmas each year, will you be looking for a new Jaguar in the driveway with a big red bow on it? After all it is the season for gifts.

On top 12 most-wanted car list 2015 Subaru WRX ranks #1

By Denis Flierl on December 23, 2014 - 7:52AM

What are the most in-demand cars for dealers in America? The 2015 Subaru WRX shares a three-way tie for number one. What are the other two cars?

The 2016 Ford F150 Should Get the Stronger Lincoln EcoBoost V6

By Patrick Rall on December 22, 2014 - 5:15PM

The 2015 Ford F150 features a 3.5L EcoBoost V6 that makes it one of the most capable and most efficient half ton trucks sold in America, but for the 2016 model year, the Motor Company should really introduce the 3.5L EcoBoost from the Lincoln Navigator to the F150 lineup.

2016 Acura NSX to surpass all performance expectations

By Parks McCants on December 22, 2014 - 3:48PM

For those of us that have waited the better part of a decade for the release of Acura’s newest NSX Supercar, last week's teaser photo is just the latest in a long series. 2016 Acura NSX when produced will surpass all performance expectations.

The Cadillac CTS-V Packs Z06 Power to Battle the Hellcat Charger

By Patrick Rall on December 22, 2014 - 2:18PM

General Motors has pulled the sheets off of the 2016 Cadillac CTS-V and, not surprisingly, this new American super-sedan uses the same supercharged V8 as the 2015 Corvette Z06 to pack big power – big enough to take aim at the 707 horsepower Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat.

Jay Leno and his 1963 Jaguar XKE’s (Part 2)

By Joseph Scott on December 22, 2014 - 1:50PM

Jaguar is one of Jay’s favorite brands, but which one of his famous XKE’s will be his favorite? The red drop top XKE appears stock but is about heavily modified as a Jaguar can be!

Details on the Wrecked Dodge Challenger Hellcat

By Patrick Rall on December 22, 2014 - 12:29PM

An image flooded the social media world this weekend showing a 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat badly wrecked and while some people insisted that this was a hoax – it is unfortunately very real, as details on the accident have finally surfaced online.

2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE highest value Consumer Reports

2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid best value of all says Consumer Reports

By John Goreham on December 22, 2014 - 9:06AM

Another win for Toyota’s Camry, this time in its new style and hybrid form.

Canadians take their new BMW M3/M4 delivery to the extreme

By Denis Flierl on December 22, 2014 - 7:29AM

Many BMW enthusiasts take their new BMW M3/M4 purchase to an extreme. Would you travel to Munich to take delivery of your new BMW?

Acura fans saddened by 2015 TLX transmission recall

By Parks McCants on December 21, 2014 - 8:06PM

When world renowned transmission manufacturer ZF Friedrichshafen was tapped on its collective shoulder to supply Acura’s TLX SH-AWD V6, 9 speed automated transmission, a tear was dropped by more than one Acura aficionado.

Basic 2015 Accord Coupe LX-S surprisingly fun to drive

By Parks McCants on December 21, 2014 - 5:45PM

How much Honda Accord can one buy for under $25,000 ? Torque News takes a closer look at the bare-bones 2015 Accord Coupe LX-S.

Nissan Titan Truckumentary Begins With Release of Chapter 1, #CumminsSoon

By Aaron Turpen on December 21, 2014 - 2:57PM

Hosted by Fred Diaz, Senior VP of Sales & Marketing Operations at Nissan, the first chapter of the Nissan Titan Truckumentary tells the story of the evolution of the all-new Titan about to unveil in Detroit.

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