Automotive News (Page 805)

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.

Z51 3LT Coupe Most Popular 2014 Chevrolet Corvette, Torch Red Top Color

By Patrick Rall on August 28, 2014 - 12:37PM

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette was offered in four basic trimlines with three equipment groups for each and through the entire model year, the Z51 3LT coupe is the most popular configuration of the C7 Stingray – while Torch Red was the most commonly chosen color among the 37,288 2014 Corvettes sold.

Production of the 2015 Ford Mustang is Finally, Officially Underway

By Patrick Rall on August 28, 2014 - 10:09AM

After much speculation as to when the 2015 Ford Mustang fastback and convertible would begin rolling off of the Flat Rock Assembly line, Ford Motor Company announced this morning that today is officially the start of production for the next generation pony car – meaning that the first 2015 Mustangs intended for public sale will be completed by day’s end.

German magazine’s EV range test prompts heated dispute

By Luke Ottaway on August 27, 2014 - 11:05PM

A leading German publication, Auto Motor und Sport, ran its own test of six battery electric vehicles and found shockingly low real-world ranges. The results prompted an angry response from EV owners.

No Hellcat, Charger or Challenger for Europe

By Patrick Rall on August 27, 2014 - 3:14PM

We were so busy drooling over the fact that the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat is the world’s most powerful sport sedan at the recent media debut that we forgot to mention one piece of very disappointing news – neither the Hellcat powered Challenger or Charger will be offered in Europe.

GM Built More 2014 Corvette Stingrays than 2012 and 2013 combined

By Patrick Rall on August 27, 2014 - 2:36PM

General Motors recently offered up a breakdown of sales figures for the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and with 37,288 units built for the first model year of the C7, 2014 was one of the best model years for Corvette production in the past few decades – with more Corvettes built for 2014 than were built for 2012, 2013 and most of 2011 combined.

2014 Chevrolet Camaro Other GM Models Recalled Over Steering Risks

By Patrick Rall on August 27, 2014 - 1:40PM

General Motors has issued a recall for the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro and several other GM vehicles over a concern that the bolts holding together the steering assembly and portions of the front suspension may not have been properly tightened – possibly leading to a sudden loss of control while driving.

Michigan startup claims to double energy density with solid-state battery

By Luke Ottaway on August 27, 2014 - 11:09AM

The finish line is not yet in sight in the race for a drastic lithium-ion battery breakthrough, and many competitors claim to be in the running. The latest company to emerge from the shadows is a University of Michigan spin-off called Sakti3. Should we remember the name?

Subaru keeps exclusive new WRX STI Type S for Japan market only

By Denis Flierl on August 27, 2014 - 7:22AM

Subaru Japan announces the new 2015 WRX STI Type S, but it won’t be making it to other global markets.

New technology improvements will make 2015 Mercedes C-Class safest ever

By Denis Flierl on August 27, 2014 - 7:02AM

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class makes its dealer launch next month and it will be the safest C-Class ever. What new technology does it come standard with?

Lexus is outselling Volkswagen Group’s premium car brands, Porsche and Audi in the US market

By John Goreham on August 26, 2014 - 4:38PM

Globally Toyota/Lexus and Volkswagen group vie for the leadership in sales. In the US however, Toyota Lexus is ahead by a country mile.

Elon Musk’s most important yet underrated statement is not to be ignored

By Luke Ottaway on August 26, 2014 - 3:46PM

It concerns batteries, of course. Dismiss the CEO’s claims about Tesla battery pack cost reductions at your own peril.

A Ford Mustang with a 10-Speed Automatic Transmission Seems Crazy, but Possible

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2014 - 2:05PM

The 2015 Ford Mustang will come with the buyer’s choice of a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission, but the current direction of Ford’s internal transmission program leading to a 10-speed automatic transmission for the future F Series pickup – we could also see a Mustang in the future packing a 10-speed automatic transmission.

Ford F150 Production Stops as Dearborn Prepares for the Aluminum 2015 Models

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2014 - 1:25PM

This past Saturday, the very last 2014 Ford F150 pickup rolled off of the assembly line at the Dearborn Truck Plant and with production halted, the crews responsible for preparing the plant to build the new aluminum bodied 2015 F150 scramble to get the line back in action as quickly as possible.

Watch the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Hit 202mph on the Dyno

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2014 - 12:29PM

The performance world was surprised to hear that the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat would fall short of a 200 mile per hour top speed, but a video of the 707hp Mopar muscle car on the K&N dyno shows the beast hitting 202 miles per hour – leading many to question the seemingly official top speed of 199 miles per hour.

Toyota in-sources 300 new jobs to build wildly popular 2015 Highlander

By John Goreham on August 26, 2014 - 11:30AM

Toyota adds 300 more American jobs in Indiana to help keep pace with exploding Highlander sales.

Subaru BRZ team doesn’t let mechanical issues keep it from getting victory

By Denis Flierl on August 26, 2014 - 8:22AM

The Subaru BRZ has been doing well in the Russian Series racing circuit and gets another victory. What did they overcome to win?

Infiniti F1 Robs Lotus of Tommaso Volpe for Global Director

By Aaron Turpen on August 26, 2014 - 1:22AM

Former Lotus marketing and retail merchandising manager Tommaso Volpe will join the Infiniti Formula One team as its new Global Director on September 1.

Daniel Ricciardo celebrates after Spa win

Infiniti Red Bull racer Daniel Ricciardo takes Belgian Grand Prix at Spa

By Aaron Turpen on August 26, 2014 - 1:16AM

The Spa-Francorchamps race in Belgium this weekend was another exciting Formula One grand prix in which Infiniti Red Bull Racing took first and fifth.

2015 Ram 3500 Packs More Torque, Better Capabilities Than the 2015 Ford F350

By Patrick Rall on August 25, 2014 - 6:34PM

The 2015 Ford F350 Super Duty was expected to be the most powerful truck in the segment, but the 2015 Ram 3500 has gotten a bump in torque for the new model year that bests the Ford by just a touch and the Chevy Silverado by a ton – while the Ram continues to be the most capable one ton truck in America in terms of payload and towing as well.

Volkswagen e-Golf will come with a reasonable price tag – for a top-trim EV

By Luke Ottaway on August 25, 2014 - 5:14PM

Volkswagen has announced U.S. pricing for the all-electric version of the beloved Golf. The e-Golf will only be offered at VW’s highest trim level, and the price reflects that.

Ultimate top model 2015 Mercedes AMG GT Black Series seen pushing hard [video]

By Denis Flierl on August 25, 2014 - 4:27PM

The range-topping 2015 Mercedes AMG GT Black Series has been seen testing at Nurburgring. How much hp will it have?

Will Toyota let Tacoma wither on vine like Dakota and Ranger?

By John Goreham on August 25, 2014 - 3:21PM

In the past, popular compact trucks were left to die in order to allow full-size trucks to thrive. Is this Toyota's plan?

The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Versus the World in Cost, Performance

By Patrick Rall on August 25, 2014 - 2:54PM

We announced last week that the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 comes with a stunningly low base MSRP of just $78,995 and after receiving a few complaints about me referring to the new super-Vette as a bargain, I wanted to offer up a closer look at how the new Corvette Z06 compares to other cars with similar performance and/or a similar price.

Even after early Championship victory Higgins keeps pedal down

By Denis Flierl on August 25, 2014 - 2:31PM

The victory at Ojibwe Forests Rally for the 2014 Subaru WRX STI piloted by Higgins shows why he’s a true champion.

Dodge Boss: No Production Limits for Hellcat Charger or Challenger

By Patrick Rall on August 25, 2014 - 1:14PM

Shortly after the first 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat models were introduced to the media, a report surfaced suggesting that the 707hp Hellcat Challenger would see just 1,200 examples – a report which Dodge boss Tim Kuniskis insists is 100% inaccurate and unfounded, as the company plans on building as many Hellcat powered Chargers and Challengers as they can sell.

Review reveals why the 2015 Lexus IS 350 AWD is such a smashing success

By John Goreham on August 25, 2014 - 12:42PM

The Lexus IS 350 AWD is a runaway success for Lexus. The new design has brought in a new wave of buyers and our test of the car explains why.

Here is Your Chance to Buy a 1-of-1 Street Legal Ford Mustang Cobra Jet

By Patrick Rall on August 25, 2014 - 12:21PM

The Ford Mustang Cobra Jet is the quickest factory built pony car of all time and while the limited edition Cobra Jet Mustangs were not legal for street use, the ultimate Mustang lover has a chance to own a 1 of 1 Cobra Jet that offers the same performance of the race cars – while also being legal for road use.

Announcing remarkable 2015 Subaru WRX STI with powerful new 2.0-liter

By Denis Flierl on August 25, 2014 - 10:00AM

Subaru announces all-new 2015 WRX STI and it’s coming with the new 2.0-liter motorsport-developed powerplant.

Germany and the UK: where the two European powers stand on electric cars

By Luke Ottaway on August 25, 2014 - 9:06AM

The importance of electric vehicle adoption goes beyond U.S. shores – after all, replacing a conventional vehicle with an EV has a similar effect in most parts of the world. Germany and the UK are two markets in the sights of electric vehicle makers.

4 new improvements to look for on sporty new 2015 Subaru WRX S4

4 new improvements to look for on hot new 2015 Subaru WRX S4

By Denis Flierl on August 25, 2014 - 7:52AM

Subaru's all-new 2015 WRX S4 sports sedan goes on sale today at Subaru dealers throughout Japan. What makes it different?

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