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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.

McLaren P1 GTR concept teased

By Aaron Turpen on July 30, 2014 - 12:21AM

McLaren has teased a photo of the upcoming design concept they plan to unveil at Pebble Beach in August as a race-ready version of the P1 supercar.

A powerful alliance has been formed to save the grid from electric vehicles

By Luke Ottaway on July 29, 2014 - 11:27PM

Electric vehicles should not be viewed as a threat to the electricity grid, but rather as an opportunity. With this in mind, eight major automakers and 15 utilities have joined forces to make electric vehicles charge intelligently.

You Can Order Your 2015 Ford F150 Today

By Patrick Rall on July 29, 2014 - 1:56PM

If you have been patiently waiting to purchase a 2015 Ford F150, you should head to your friendly neighborhood Ford dealer today as the order banks for the next generation F150 are officially open – even though the full details and pricing on the 2015 models haven’t been announced yet.

Some Dodge Dealers Charging $15k to Order a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

By Patrick Rall on July 29, 2014 - 1:06PM

Even though the order banks for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat haven’t opened yet, dealerships around the country are already taking orders for the 707 horsepower muscle car, but those hoping to reserve one of these Mopar monsters should be prepared to shell out some very big money – about $15,000 to be exact.

2015 Dodge Viper Gets Small Power Increase

By Patrick Rall on July 29, 2014 - 12:09PM

Thanks to the same collection of information that revealed that there will be a Hellcat powered Dodge Charger, we have learned that the 2015 Dodge Viper SRT will come with 5 extra horsepower in the new model year – bringing the total output up to 645 horsepower.

Revolutionary 2015 C-Class design concept spawns extraordinary benefits

By Denis Flierl on July 29, 2014 - 7:01AM

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with a new design that spawns numerous benefits. How does it get bigger and lighter?

This 1 improvement will make WRX S4 the safest performance car on the planet

By Denis Flierl on July 29, 2014 - 6:08AM

Subaru has introduced the all-new 2015 WRX S4 for the Japanese market. What does the new performance car tell us?

JD Powers loves on the 2014 Nissan Rogue and Quest

By Aaron Turpen on July 29, 2014 - 12:57AM

The latest consumer APEAL survey from J.D. Power gives top spots to the 2014 Nissan Rogue and 2014 Nissan Quest.

Nissan adds 226,000 vehicles to airbag recall list

By Aaron Turpen on July 29, 2014 - 12:35AM

Nissan, like many automakers, is dealing with a complex airbag issue. The company recalls for over half a million cars. See the new list of recalls.

BMW brings DC fast charging to a remarkable new low – in price

By Luke Ottaway on July 28, 2014 - 11:24PM

The most expensive yet most practical form of electric vehicle charging, DC fast charging is viewed by many as a big part of the solution to range anxiety. BMW now has unveiled the smallest and cheapest DC fast charger on the market.

The very good reasons why there will be no Lexus RC 250

By John Goreham on July 28, 2014 - 6:37PM

Lexus will skip the underpowered version of the new RC coupe. Smart.

Gurnade Envisions a Stunning 2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

By Patrick Rall on July 28, 2014 - 3:09PM

The performance world is eagerly awaiting the arrival of the 2016 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang, but the automotive artists from Gurnade have offered up an incredible rendering of what they think the GT350 will look like – and I love what they have come up with as it is (in my opinion) the most realistic looking GT350 rendering thus far.

Full Pricing for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

By Patrick Rall on July 28, 2014 - 2:30PM

We reported a few weeks back that the Chrysler Group had opened the order bank for the 2015 Dodge Challenger – with the exception of the 707hp SRT Hellcat models – but some new information suggests that the Hellcat Challenger will hit the order banks on August 6th and today we take a closer look at option pricing for the most powerful American production car ever.

Lingenfelter Performance Lifts the C7 Corvette Stingray to 750hp

By Patrick Rall on July 28, 2014 - 12:19PM

Even though the C7 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is the most powerful “base” Corvette of all time, there come times when you just need a whole lot more power and thanks to the full lineup of high performance packages, the folks at Lingenfelter Performance Engineering can satisfy the need for speed of almost any driver.

2016 Mazda Miata may have Alfa Romeo 4C's amazing 240 HP engine

By John Goreham on July 28, 2014 - 10:54AM

Will Mazda offer the Alfa's incredibly powerful engine as an option?

2015 Mazda6 number one mid-size in J.D. Power APEAL Study

By John Goreham on July 28, 2014 - 10:09AM

The 2015 Mazda6 beats all rivals and helps lift Mazda’s overall score so much the brand is now the most improved.

The new 2015 Lexus RC 350 is not a two-door Lexus IS 350

By John Goreham on July 28, 2014 - 9:51AM

Despite the obvious assumption that the RC is simply a 2-door version of the hot IS sedan line, the facts say otherwise.

Why 2015 C-Class will send BMW scrambling back to the drawing board

By Denis Flierl on July 28, 2014 - 7:01AM

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is getting ready to make its dealer launch here in the U.S. Why does it have BMW worried?

Subaru announces surprise WRX STI entry in World RX of Canada

By Denis Flierl on July 28, 2014 - 5:57AM

Subaru has announced they will enter the 2014 WRX STI Global Rallycross car in the World RX of Canada. Who will be driving?

Update: Reno out of the running for Gigafactory as California bolts into the lead?

By Luke Ottaway on July 28, 2014 - 12:05AM

Ah, the joys of speculation. Since activity was reported at the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center that looked suspiciously like Gigafactory construction, new reports have emerged that the site may already have been shut down. Meanwhile, California continues to make its case to Tesla.

Discover how you can paint a Mercedes GLA-Class at a free exclusive concert

By Denis Flierl on July 27, 2014 - 7:49AM

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class was at the Evolution Tour with Alabama Shakes. Why did it get plastered with paint?

Subaru WRX STI gets impressive 2nd overall in Charlotte but can’t catch Block

By Denis Flierl on July 27, 2014 - 6:20AM

Sverre Isachsen driving the 2014 Subaru WRX STI finishes 2nd behind Ken Block at Red Bull Global Rallycross in Charlotte. How close was the STI to winning it all?

Why the V8 engine is not dead: Introducing the powerful AMG GT engine [video]

By Denis Flierl on July 26, 2014 - 7:52AM

At the heart of the new 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is a powerful yet efficient V8 engine. How did AMG do it?

Do not use E15 gasoline in your 2 year or older Honda Civic

By Parks McCants on July 25, 2014 - 8:55PM

Once again a warning is circulating the internet telling Honda owners not to use E15 ethanol/gasoline blend in any Honda product. Is this warning valid?

A Closer Look at the New Base V6 of the 2015 Ford F150

By Patrick Rall on July 25, 2014 - 7:54PM

Earlier this week, Ford Motor Company rolled out the first official numbers for the new 2.7L EcoBoost V6 and we were so busy focusing on that new twin turbo mill that we breezed right past the specs for the new base model 3.5L V6 – an engine that is the most capable among half ton entry level pickups.

2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat #0001 to Raise Big Money for Charity

By Patrick Rall on July 25, 2014 - 5:06PM

Auctioning off the first unit of a special car has become commonplace with the Detroit automakers should it comes as no surprise that 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat #0001 will roll across the Barrett Jackson Las Vegas auction later this year – with a chance of the most powerful American production car ever having a chance to be the most expensive ever.

Aston Martin Lagonda super saloon confirmed for a comeback

By Aaron Turpen on July 25, 2014 - 3:40PM

Aston Martin has announced that they are reviving the well-remembered Lagonda nameplate for a new, limited-series saloon. The world drools in anticipation.

Acura releases specifications for 2015 RLX, no Sport Hybrid

By Parks McCants on July 25, 2014 - 2:12PM

Friday 25, Acura released official specifications for the 2015 RLX Sedan. It appears that Acura’s flagship will initially be released in conventional V6 front wheel drive. Where’s the much anticipated Sport Hybrid?

Followup: Recalled Chevrolet Camaro Owners Can Keep Their Switchblade Key

By Patrick Rall on July 25, 2014 - 1:19PM

When General Motors announced that they were recalling every single 5th generation Chevrolet Camaro, it created quite the stir in the Camaro community as owners rejected the idea of trading in their switchblade key for a boring individual key and fob combo – but I have learned that Camaro owners can opt out of the key replacement recall by signing a simple form.

707hp Dodge Charger Hellcat All But Official

By Patrick Rall on July 25, 2014 - 12:17PM

I have been speculating for months how a Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat could arrive as the most powerful sport sedan in the world and thanks to the folks at Road & Track, there is very strong proof that the 707hp supercharged Hemi is on its way into the Charger’s engine bay – and it could happen for the 2015 model year.

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