Automotive News (Page 782)

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 Honda CR-V out-values Ford Escape

By Parks McCants on October 17, 2014 - 2:29PM

With 18 all new or redesigned SUVs considered for Motor Trend’s SUV/Crossover of the Year, 2015 Honda CR-V walked away with top honors in North America’s fastest growing automotive segment; CR-V out-values the competition.

2 new models for 2015 Toyota GT86 won’t be enough to attract wider audience

By Denis Flierl on October 17, 2014 - 12:41PM

The new 2015 Toyota GT86 arrives with two new models and a lower entry point for driving enthusiasts. Will it be enough to attract new buyers?

2015 Subaru BRZ offers huge surprise in mpg marathon

By Denis Flierl on October 17, 2014 - 8:37AM

The 2015 Subaru BRZ sports coupe participates in the MPG Marathon 2014 and finished second. See what surprised the judges.

Watch 2015 Legacy get transformed into an amazing art form [video]

By Denis Flierl on October 17, 2014 - 6:49AM

Watch the 2015 Subaru Legacy sedan and new Outback wagon get transformed into unique art forms with paint and sculpture. [video]

Dodge Viper ACR Concept Coming to SEMA

By Patrick Rall on October 16, 2014 - 2:48PM

Among the many high performance cars being unveiled at next month’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas will be the new Dodge Viper ACR Concept and while we don’t know anything about this new Viper ACR - it could lead to one of the best performing production cars in the world.

Lexus announces new 2015 NX crossover base prices

By John Goreham on October 16, 2014 - 2:38PM

Today Lexus released its basic pricing format for the new 2015 NX 200t and NX 300h. We had predicted the prices. So how did we do?

Why Tesla’s game of legislative Whack-A-Mole is so frustrating

By Luke Ottaway on October 16, 2014 - 2:09PM

Thanks to sneaky re-wording of a bill, Michigan is the latest state to pop up as a serious threat to Tesla’s right to sell its vehicles directly within state boundaries. Here is why this whole legal battle is so frustrating for Tesla and EV supporters.

Faulty Takata Airbag casts shadow of doubt over ‘safety first’ Honda Motors

By Parks McCants on October 16, 2014 - 12:17PM

In the wake of Honda’s growing market presence in North America, the rarely faulty Takata airbag casts a shadow of doubt over Honda Motors reputation of benchmark consumer safety program. Honda’s reputation and honor is on the line. We present Honda’s official statement.

Expect a plug-in hybrid Mini with all-wheel-drive to arrive in 2015

By Luke Ottaway on October 16, 2014 - 9:24AM

It is not a secret that BMW is making big moves in the electric vehicle segment, particularly with the ground-breaking i3 and i8. It is looking increasingly likely that the automaker will bring plug-in technology to the Mini brand sometime next year.

Why Subaru’s excessive oil consumption issue in Forester could spoil their party

Why Subaru’s excessive oil consumption issue could spoil their party

By Denis Flierl on October 16, 2014 - 8:34AM

The Subaru brand and new 2015 Forester SUV is flying high with record sales. Will the Subaru Oil Consumption Lawsuit end the party?

Chris Forsberg Wins 2014 Formula Drift Championship in 370Z

By Aaron Turpen on October 15, 2014 - 4:16PM

The latest win for the 370Z sports car is the 2014 Formula Drive Championship held in California, this time pitting two of the most recognizable names in drifting: Forsberg and Aasbo.

Daughtery's 370Z Takes National Championship at Laguna Seca SCCA

By Aaron Turpen on October 15, 2014 - 3:43PM

The Nissan team took its 96th and 97th victories at the 51st SCCA Runoffs at Laguna Seca, with the most exciting race between between Daughtery and his 370Z and Wickerhsam's Mustang. A show of sportsmanship also helped a newcomer win his race, showing racing not just about winning.

2015 Honda CR-V beats Detroit, BMW and Porsche for top SUV honors

By Parks McCants on October 15, 2014 - 1:03PM

With 18 all new or redesigned SUVs considered for Motor Trend’s SUV of the Year, 2015 Honda CR-V walks away with top honors in North America’s fastest growing automotive segment.

What would a new 2015 Toyota Camry Solara Coupe look like?

By John Goreham on October 15, 2014 - 12:24PM

The new Camry NASCAR racecar gives a glimpse of what a coupe version of the Camry would look like.

New 2015 Camry NASCAR racer has the look of the all-new Camry sedan

By John Goreham on October 15, 2014 - 11:37AM

The newly designed Toyota Camry design is now put to use on Toyota's NASCAR race car.

BMW i3 REx has a potentially dangerous flaw, but a fix is on the way

By Luke Ottaway on October 15, 2014 - 11:12AM

The BMW i3 is an excellent car by nearly all accounts, but the range-extended REx model has an engineering flaw that could prove deadly. Luckily, BMW is addressing the issue.

What makes 2015 Subaru BRZ a true driving enthusiasts sports car?

By Denis Flierl on October 15, 2014 - 8:36AM

The 2015 Subaru BRZ iPad App is here for performance enthusiasts. What makes this coupe a true sports car?

New and used Subaru Foresters lead all other small SUVs in safety

By Denis Flierl on October 15, 2014 - 7:06AM

The 2015 Subaru Forester and used Foresters have earned two very important safety ratings. What makes it the safest small SUV on the market?

Chrysler Teases SEMA Bound Dodge Challenger T/A Concept

By Patrick Rall on October 15, 2014 - 6:49AM

The Chrysler Group has rolled out their first group of teaser images ahead of the 2014 SEMA Show and among those images is the new Dodge Challenger TA Concept - a concept that could lead to the next performance trimline for the brawny Mopar muscle car.

2015 Honda CR-V is not self driving, yet

By Parks McCants on October 14, 2014 - 9:13PM

In a recent article posted by a fellow journalist through Torque News-Honda it was implied that 2015 CR-V was “self driving.” yes and no…

$100 price increase for 2015 Honda Civic Si Coupe

By Parks McCants on October 14, 2014 - 7:57PM

That’s it. For the cost of a modest night out on the town, you can opt for a 2015 Honda Civic Si over last year’s model; they’re identical!

Vortech Could Get 1,200hp from the 2015 Ford Mustang GT

By Patrick Rall on October 14, 2014 - 2:48PM

The folks at Vortech Superchargers have offered up the first look at their 2015 Ford Mustang GT that will be introduced in the flesh at the upcoming SEMA Show, but far more important is the bit of information that comes with the Vortech-blown pony car – the forced induction specialists expect that it could make more than 1,200 horsepower with the right modifications.

Fording Adding 850 Workers to Build the 2015 F150

By Patrick Rall on October 14, 2014 - 1:50PM

Ford Motor Company is expecting such a boom in sales due to the introduction of the next generation F150 pickup that the automaker is adding 850 workers at the Dearborn Rouge Truck facility, adding to the 14,000+ new US manufacturing jobs created by Ford as part of their agreement with the UAW in 2011.

Introducing the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro by TopSpeed

By Patrick Rall on October 14, 2014 - 12:49PM

We have looked at a great many 2016 Chevrolet Camaro renderings over the past year or so, but none of them were as well done, as well detailed or as realistic looking at these new images from the folks at TopSpeed.com – showing what could be a very good preview of what we might see when the 6th gen Camaro debuts in 2015.

Cadillac will follow Chevrolet with 200-mile EV, could actually compete with Tesla

By Luke Ottaway on October 14, 2014 - 9:21AM

General Motors will have a respectable lineup of electric cars by the end of the decade, as the Cadillac product plan has recently been revealed to include three electrified models to join the Chevrolet EVs.

Gas-guzzling Dodge Hellcat and Lancer EVO are on the way out [video]

By Denis Flierl on October 14, 2014 - 8:38AM

The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution and Dodge Charger Hellcat are on their way out. What’s this new eco-performance technology about?

New 2015 Subaru XV models immediately earn highest safety rating

By Denis Flierl on October 14, 2014 - 7:01AM

2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek hybrid and gas models earn the highest safety rating from the NHTSA. What makes XV safer than other crossovers?

Autopilot - Tesla talks the talk while Honda walks the walk

By John Goreham on October 13, 2014 - 5:19PM

Tesla has announced it will be able to do in future months what almost all car makers can now do, and many have already done.

2015 Dodge Challenger Bests Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro in V8 Pricing

By Patrick Rall on October 13, 2014 - 4:54PM

The pricing is available for the 2015 Dodge Challenger, the 2015 Ford Mustang and the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro and once again, the brawny Mopar muscle car is the least expensive option for those looking to get into a V8 powered American muscle car for as little cash as possible.

The Lightest 2015 Ford F150 Weighs Less Than Camaro ZL1 & All Half Ton Trucks

By Patrick Rall on October 13, 2014 - 3:26PM

The first collection of curb weight data for the 2015 Ford F150 has hit the internet and with a weight of just 4,050 pounds in its lightest form, the new aluminum F150 weighs far less than any of the half ton competitors along with weighing less than the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1.

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