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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.

First 2015 Corvette Z06 to be Auctioned for Charity, Presumably to Rick Hendrick

By Patrick Rall on October 13, 2014 - 12:56PM

The first 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible will head to the Barrett Jackson Scottsdale event in January with the proceeds set to benefit the United Way of Michigan and based on the results of the past three C7 Corvette charity auctions, we have to expect that Mr. Rick Hendrick will be looking to put down at least a million dollars for Z06 droptop #1.

3 Reasons to buy a leftover 2014.5 Camry and 2 reasons not to

By John Goreham on October 13, 2014 - 9:34AM

There are still some 2014 (and a half) Camrys to be found, and the new 2015 models are also now on dealer lots. Here are the pros and cons of buying a leftover.

The newly styled 2015 Toyota Camry is now on dealer lots

By John Goreham on October 13, 2014 - 9:25AM

The updated 2015 Camry has finally arrived and is waiting for you.

Dynamic 2015 WRX is a finalist for another prestigious global award

By Denis Flierl on October 13, 2014 - 8:44AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX is now a finalist for Car of the Year South Africa. Can the WRX win it all?

Can Subaru XV Crosstrek successfully complete remarkable 21,700-mile trek?

By Denis Flierl on October 13, 2014 - 7:01AM

The 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek is almost home from a 21,700-mile there-and-back-again trek from London to Ulaanbaatar. Why is Subaru doing it?

Sorry, Dodge - Tesla Model S P85D is quicker than the Charger SRT Hellcat

By Luke Ottaway on October 12, 2014 - 6:29PM

Though it is debatable which is the better performance car, one fact is indisputable: the new all wheel drive Tesla Model S P85D is quicker than every four-door sedan in the world, including the Torque News favorite Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat.

Future 2015 Mercedes C-Class will be leaner and meaner

By Denis Flierl on October 12, 2014 - 8:31AM

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is arriving now. What future C-Class models will we be seeing?

Exclusive Subaru ESX STI “Red Dragon” Edition features heart-pounding power

By Denis Flierl on October 12, 2014 - 7:17AM

Ali Afshar has taken the 2015 Subaru WRX STI and given performance enthusiasts 2 power options. How much do you need?

Innovative 2015 Honda Fit top contender for car of the year

By Parks McCants on October 11, 2014 - 7:21PM

While there may be stiff competition in the compact car segment, NACSY moves Fit to the short list for car of the year consideration. We’re not surprised.

Experience an awesome virtual ride in a Subaru WRX STI Global Rallycross car

By Denis Flierl on October 11, 2014 - 11:00AM

Would you like to see what it’s like to drive the 600 hp Subaru WRX STI Global Rallycross car? You can now!

New 2015 Mercedes GLA-Class arriving in showrooms now [video]

New 2015 Mercedes GLA-Class is arriving in showrooms now [video]

By Denis Flierl on October 11, 2014 - 8:13AM

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is arriving in showrooms now. How much will it cost you?

Nissan Named To Best Global Brand List, Growth On Par With Apple, Amazon

By Aaron Turpen on October 10, 2014 - 5:12PM

Nissan jumped nine places, moving up the ladder of Best Global Brands as its value increased by 23 percent. Who does Nissan compare to now? Would you believe it's innovative tech brands like Apple and Amazon?

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Sounds Great in New Nurburgring Video

By Patrick Rall on October 10, 2014 - 4:26PM

A new video has surfaced showing the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro being tested at the famed German Nürburgring, giving us all our best look yet at the next generation GM muscle car in action while also letting hear the roaring V8 of the new Camaro.

JC Designs Paints Another Gorgeous Picture of the Ford Mustang GT350

By Patrick Rall on October 10, 2014 - 3:47PM

We haven’t talked about the upcoming 2015 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 in a while as there haven’t been any big bits of information leaked lately, but this new GT350 rendering from JC Designs is worth a second and third look, as I think that this is my new favorite depicting of “what could be” with the next Shelby Mustang.

Elon's D Can't Hang with Dodge, Tesla P85D Slower than Hellcat Charger

By Patrick Rall on October 10, 2014 - 2:39PM

Elon Musk has introduced his new Tesla P85D with dual motors, all wheel drive and the most impressive performance specifications in the electric vehicle segment, but while the Elon’s big surprise most certainly rocks the EV world – the high powered Model S still falls short of the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat while costing almost twice as much.

7 new features to look for on the new 2015 Subaru Impreza

By Denis Flierl on October 10, 2014 - 7:58AM

Pricing for the newly redesigned 2015 Subaru Impreza starts at $18,195. Here’s 7 new features to look for on the new Impreza.

Tesla Model S gets AWD for “insane” speed and a range boost – and autopilot too

By Luke Ottaway on October 10, 2014 - 1:23AM

Well, well, well. Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk had the hype machine on full power since last week’s suggestive tweet about unveiling the “D,” and certainly didn’t disappoint. Even the correct predictions underestimated the wow factor of Thursday night’s big reveal.

Dodge Recalls Almost 2000 Viper Supercars for Airbag Risks

By Patrick Rall on October 9, 2014 - 8:38PM

The Chrysler Group has announced a recall of select 2013 and 2014 SRT/Dodge Viper supercars over a concern that the driver’s airbag system may not be calibrated correctly and should there be an accident, this problem could lead to the airbag system not working as it should and that increases the likelihood of an injury.

The EPA ignores Tesla in a new report on fuel efficiency

By John Goreham on October 9, 2014 - 5:58PM

The EPA’s newest report ranking US automakers by fuel efficiency and carbon emissions makes no mention of the US' only all-electric automaker.

The 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Hits the Dyno, Gets Extra Power

By Patrick Rall on October 9, 2014 - 4:03PM

Earlier this week we brought you the first real world dyno numbers for the 2015 Ford Mustang GT and today, we have the first dyno numbers for the 2015 Mustang EcoBoost from the folks at SCT Performance, as well as the first tuned numbers for the new turbocharged 4-cylinder Mustang.

Driven - 2015 Ford Fiesta 3-cylinder turbo

By John Goreham on October 9, 2014 - 3:59PM

Do 3 cylinders, 1-liter, and a turbo add up to a party?

Volkswagen exec: hydrogen, plug-in hybrids just a bridge to all-electric cars

By Luke Ottaway on October 9, 2014 - 3:45PM

Plug-in hybrids, electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cells...which of these technologies, if any, will win the future? Volkswagen’s view is a bold one.

EPA still angry at Hyundai-Kia over adjusted MPG numbers

By John Goreham on October 9, 2014 - 3:26PM

Hyundai-Kia may very well be the most fuel efficient major automaker in America. Yet, the EPA will not let them have the title. Here's why.

Nissan Group is No. 1 Full-line Manufacturer in EPA Fuel Economy Review

By Aaron Turpen on October 9, 2014 - 2:23PM

Others might try to take headlines with their "top of the list" claims, but Nissan is the only one that makes a full line of vehicles for every segment and it's on top of the EPA's 2014 fuel economy review list.

Cadillac Could Be Planning a Corvette Z06 Based Halo Car

By Patrick Rall on October 9, 2014 - 1:51PM

The Cadillac brand is making moves to continue to better challenge the other luxury automakers doing business in the United States and a new rumor suggests that General Motors could be planning a new halo car for Cadillac – one which could be based on the current Chevrolet Corvette.

2015 BRZ helps catapult Subaru to #3 in U.S. vehicle fuel mileage

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

The 2015 Subaru BRZ may not be selling well, but it helps push Subaru to #3 to lead the U.S. in top fuel mileage. Why is being #3 so impressive for Subaru?

Subaru creates this absolutely yellow 2015 WRX S4 for a unique challenge

By Denis Flierl on October 9, 2014 - 6:59AM

Subaru is a special sponsor for the Japan Cup Cycle Road Race and the 2015 WRX S4 will be involved. What's up with the bright yellow WRX S4?

The 2015 Ford Mustang Makes its Grand European Debut in Paris

By Patrick Rall on October 8, 2014 - 8:00PM

The Paris Motor Show is going on right now and the key introduction is the debut of the 2015 Ford Mustang, marking the first time that a Ford Mustang has been displayed at a European auto show as a new model coming to showrooms soon.

Drive the 2015 Dodge Challenger at Your Local Dealership Now

By Patrick Rall on October 8, 2014 - 4:00PM

If you have been waiting to drive the 2015 Dodge Challenger before making your next big purchase, your wait is over as the first full wave of the refreshed Mopar muscle cars have reached dealerships all over the country and if they haven’t reached your local Dodge dealership – they will soon.

How I Would Build My Ideal 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

By Patrick Rall on October 8, 2014 - 2:51PM

Now that the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is becoming readily available around the country, I wanted to take a quick walkthrough of the configurator tool to price out my ideal C7 Vette, which will most certainly include some features that weren’t offered with the 2014 models.

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