Automotive News (Page 784)

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.

5 reasons why new WRX STI is the Best Performance Car Under $100K

By Denis Flierl on November 26, 2014 - 9:26AM

The new 2015 Subaru WRX STI is getting more global recognition. There’s 5 reasons why it’s been named Best Performance Car Under $100K.

New BMW i3 now achieves its remarkable 19th global award

By Denis Flierl on November 26, 2014 - 7:35AM

One year after its launch, the new BMW i3 has picked up more awards than any other EV. The BMW i3 just received number 19 in Los Angeles.

Why was the 90's Jaguar XJS Such a Classic

By Joseph Scott on November 25, 2014 - 6:59PM

The 1990 Jaguar XJS drop-top was a classic that still earns its place among the car enthusiast today and was one of the longest running model ever built by Jaguar.

How Aston Martin Aids Consumers in Decision Making by Using Modern Tech

By Bridgett Davis on November 25, 2014 - 2:47PM

Aston Martin fans, enthusiasts and owners can now uncover and explore a world of luxury through the Aston Martin Official Brochure Collection now available on Google Play. Giving the user exclusive and full access to the current Aston Martin line-up through virtual reality, with a range of six languages, this unique brochure allows the user to take an up close view of the British born Aston Martin brand.

Watch the First 9-Second 2015 Ford Mustang GT Quarter Mile Run (Video)

By Patrick Rall on November 25, 2014 - 11:24AM

Roughly six weeks after we saw the first real world videos of the 2015 Ford Mustang GT on a drag strip, we have our first video of a next generation Mustang cracking into the 9 second range – with a surprisingly short mod list.

Subaru BRZ GT300 gets left in the dust in final race and finishes 17th

By Denis Flierl on November 25, 2014 - 9:00AM

Throughout the year, the Subaru BRZ GT300 was fast, qualified in the pole position and won a race, but the final was disappointing for the STI team.

Announcing the new exclusive STI-developed 2015 Subaru Forester tS

By Denis Flierl on November 25, 2014 - 7:32AM

Subaru launches the new STI-developed 2015 Forester tS performance SUV. Will the U.S. and other global markets get left out again?

2016 Honda HR-V takes Fit versatility to AWD sports-level

By Parks McCants on November 24, 2014 - 7:16PM

You may argue with me on first look, I know I did. When Honda’s GM Jeff Conrad stated that there was ‘nothing else like it on the market,’ I too took exception. But then I took a closer look at the competition.

Why Dodge Wants Eminem Fans to Know the Hellcat Charger

By Patrick Rall on November 24, 2014 - 4:08PM

Detroit based rapper Eminem has just rolled out the video for his song Guts Over Fear and the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat makes a brief cameo appearance – a move which will put the world’s most powerful sedan in front of millions of online viewers.

Do hydrogen-electric plug-in hybrids like the Audi A7 h-tron make sense?

By Luke Ottaway on November 24, 2014 - 3:20PM

Audi presented an intriguing concept at the Los Angeles Auto Show last week: a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle with a hydrogen fuel cell range extender. Could this powertrain be the real future?

The 2015 Ford F150 Officially Beats All Gas Powered Competition in MPGs

By Patrick Rall on November 24, 2014 - 2:55PM

The full fuel economy figures for the 2015 Ford F150 pickup have been released on the EPA website and with figures of 19mpg city, 26mpg highway and 22mpg combined for the new 2.7L EcoBoost V6, the 2015 F150 is officially the most fuel efficient gas powered half ton pickup on the market.

Connect with your local Jaguar car club

By Joseph Scott on November 24, 2014 - 2:06PM

The popularity of Jaguar is at an all-time high and the success can be traced to a few reasons: A great new car lineup, clever video marketing, and the power of social media. But sometimes you just need to go old school and get out to a local car show.

2015 Corvette Z06 Showing Up on eBay Under, Way Over MSRP

By Patrick Rall on November 24, 2014 - 1:46PM

The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 will soon begin hitting dealerships around the USA and with this first wave of the most track capable Corvette of all time, it doesn’t come as a surprise that they are already listed on eBay – but it does come as a surprise that the new Z06 is available online with prices that range from thousands under MSRP to tens of thousands over.

Aston Martin Hits the Road in the Ultimate Evolution Tour

By Bridgett Davis on November 24, 2014 - 1:01PM

A busy year for Aston Martin with new partnerships formed with Mercedes and AMG, Aston Martin is launching its Production line-up into the future with new innovations and technologies. With the goal in mind to ensure the brand maintains its beloved British heritage, while partnering up in new business relationships to further enhance the brand, Martin will maintain its independence as the successful brand we have all come to love and know.

I'm Loving Everything About Fisker's Rocket Mustang Except the Grille

By Patrick Rall on November 24, 2014 - 12:59PM

One of the most surprising introductions at the ongoing 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show is the new Rocket Mustang that was designed by Galpin Auto Sports and Henrik Fisker, with a very unique facelift to the 2015 Mustang GT and while I love almost everything about Fisker’s Rocket Mustang – I just cant love that huge grille opening.

Fight of the Century, 2015 Jaguar F-Type R Coupe vs 2015 Porsche 911 Turbo

By Joseph Scott on November 24, 2014 - 12:51PM

Jaguar just released the 2016 Jaguar F-Type with manual shift transmission but it’s only offered in the V6 model- If they make a Manual V8 AWD (All Wheel Drive) F-Type, it will set the stage for an “Ultimate Showdown” vs. the Porsche 911 Turbo.

Lucky 21 year-old wins 2nd exclusive new BMW M4 Coupe

By Denis Flierl on November 24, 2014 - 8:22AM

Marc Marquez has just won a 2015 BMW M4 Coupe which makes two now that he has won from BMW M GmbH. Is it luck, or he just good?

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution successor?

High-performance will be a part of new Mitsubishi branding

By Denis Flierl on November 24, 2014 - 6:59AM

The new Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV may not be the successor to the 2015 Lancer Evolution, but it points to a future with high-performance.

With seating for five, 2016 Volt may have lost its last excuse to not be a mass-market vehicle

By Luke Ottaway on November 23, 2014 - 3:24PM

Violators of a certain non-disclosure agreement have revealed that the next-generation Chevrolet Volt will have seating for five. Is there any real reason why the 2016 Volt should not target the mass market?

3 consecutive podiums clinches NA Rally Cup for 2015 WRX STI

By Denis Flierl on November 23, 2014 - 8:39AM

Subaru and the 2015 WRX STI have officially clinched the North American Rally Cup for Marques based on all North American rally event results.

New 2015 Subaru BRZ Special Edition is arriving in showrooms now

By Denis Flierl on November 23, 2014 - 8:01AM

Subaru’s Special Edition 2015 BRZ sports coupe is arriving now in Australian showrooms. How close is Subaru getting to a real BRZ STI?

New BMW 2 Series Convertible drop top fun comes at a premium

By Denis Flierl on November 22, 2014 - 9:17AM

There’s 4 ways the new 2015 BMW 2 Series Convertible trumps the outgoing 1 Series model. And it comes in two flavors for driving enthusiasts.

New Impreza continues Subaru’s commitment to deliver the highest safety

By Denis Flierl on November 22, 2014 - 8:35AM

Do you know which brand has the most Top Safety Picks? The new 2015 Subaru Impreza received the highest safety award possible. But this is not new for the brand.

Infiniti Q50 Direct Adaptive Steering Wins Another Award

By Aaron Turpen on November 22, 2014 - 12:28AM

The Automotive Researchers' and Journalists' Conference of Japan has awarded the "steer by wire" steering in the Infiniti Q50 with its Technology of the Year Award 2014-2015, giving it its third such accolade since its entering production this year.

2015 Lexus IS 250 AWD buyer’s guide

By John Goreham on November 21, 2014 - 4:15PM

The IS 250 AWD sedan has a lot going for it. Here are the details on this very popular model.

Looking to the future, Can Jaguar keep the excitement going?

By Joseph Scott on November 21, 2014 - 4:03PM

Over the past couple of years Jaguar has released some great new cars and the excitement has never been higher for the brand, but what are the consumers and so called experts saying about them?

How Subaru adds 5 new features and holds line on new XV Crosstrek pricing

By Denis Flierl on November 21, 2014 - 11:48AM

Subaru added new features on the new 2015 XV Crosstrek gas and hybrid models but only gets a small increase in price. How did they do it?

Celebrity Owned 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda Hits the Market

By Bridgett Davis on November 21, 2014 - 10:11AM

Evel Knievel taking things to the extreme on many levels in life did no less in his personally owned vehicles. Recently hitting the market and coming available for sale is a one of a kind 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda owned by the legendary stunt man himself, Evel Knievel. An amazing piece of history that has hit the market will soon reside in a new home.

Report: BMW Z4s are the most reliable sports cars in the world

By Denis Flierl on November 21, 2014 - 7:44AM

The BMW brand and specifically the Z4 sports car gets a very interesting award. Just how reliable is BMW?

Subaru brings a very special record-breaking 2015 WRX STI to LA [video]

By Denis Flierl on November 21, 2014 - 6:48AM

Subaru brought a very special 2015 WRX STI to the LA Auto Show. Do you remember what Mark Higgins did in this iconic STI?

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