Automotive News (Page 806)

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.

Prediction: The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Will Cost at Least $65k

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2014 - 7:47PM

The announcement that the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat will pack 707 horsepower and 650lb-ft of torque has rocked the automotive world, but the discussion has quickly shifted to just how much the most powerful muscle car of all time will cost – and there is a good chance that many muscle car loyalists will be unhappy with the sticker price of this Mopar monster.

Ford F150, Chevrolet Corvette, Dodge Viper "Most American" Vehicles in America

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2014 - 6:36PM

The latest “Most American Vehicles” list has been issued by Cars.com and not surprisingly, the Ford F150 is the most American of the vehicles sold in the USA while the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Viper join the bestselling truck on a list of ten that includes seven vehicles from Japanese automakers.

Thanks to the Hellcat Hemi Challenger, GM Needs a C7 Corvette ZR1

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2014 - 5:26PM

When the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 was introduced, GM said that there were no plans for a ZR1 since the new Z06 was the fastest Vette ever, but with the introduction of the new Hellcat Hemi-powered Dodge Challenger, GM will need a new ZR1 to pull ahead in the ongoing horsepower war.

Are Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution fans ready for a PHEV Evolution?

By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2014 - 5:06PM

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation created the Concept XR-PHEV Evolution. Could this be the 2015 Lancer Evolution successor?

Marcos GT Xylon, race legend Jackie Stewart's first race car, to auction

By Aaron Turpen on July 3, 2014 - 4:59PM

The first race car ever owned by Jackie Stewart will be auctioned in as-is, "barn find" condition later this month courtesy of Silverstone.

New Nissan plant to become hub for Navara opens

By Aaron Turpen on July 3, 2014 - 4:40PM

Nissan has announced the opening of a new production facility that will become the production hub for the NP300 Navara exports.

Rumored: 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Could Pack 350hp

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2014 - 4:39PM

While Ford Motor Company has only promised that the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost would offer at least 305 horsepower and at least 300lkb-ft of torque, a new report quoting an unnamed inside suggests that the turbocharged S550 Mustang will offer 350 horsepower – which would make it a far more formidable foe in the horsepower war than we first had expected.

Huge month from Ford keeps plug-in sales rolling in June

By Luke Ottaway on July 3, 2014 - 1:31PM

The electric vehicle segment followed up a record-setting May with a similarly stellar June, led by the fleet of plug-ins from Ford.

How to win Evolution Tour tickets by test driving a CLA-Class or GLA-Class

How you can win Evolution Tour tickets by test driving a CLA-Class or GLA-Class

By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2014 - 8:18AM

Test drive the new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class or 2015 GLA-Class and get tickets to the Evolution Tour. Who are the three popular bands?

Why doesn’t Subaru sell more BRZ two-door sport coupes?

By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2014 - 7:00AM

The 2015 Subaru BRZ is set to make its dealer launch this month and the outgoing model’s numbers are up. But why doesn’t Subaru sell more?

Nissan Group sales still through the roof

By Aaron Turpen on July 3, 2014 - 1:43AM

Nissan sees continued sales growth year-on-year with June 2014 rising over June 2013 for the brand while Infiniti is more hit-and-miss with their growth.

The Challenger Hellcat in a Jeep Grand Cherokee Will Slaughter the European SUVs

By Patrick Rall on July 2, 2014 - 4:28PM

Now that we know how much power the new Hellcat Hemi will make in the 2015 Dodge Challenger, it is very clear that a Hellcat powered Jeep Grand Cherokee will annihilate any performance SUV that the European supercar makers can come up – leaving the owners of the far more expensive German and Italian sport utes crying in their overpriced beer.

2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Versus 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

Revisited: 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Vs. 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

By Patrick Rall on July 2, 2014 - 2:44PM

A while back I did a piece discussing the fact that the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat wouldn’t beat the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and now that the Chrysler Group has announced the shocking power figures for the supercharged Hellcat Hemi – it only seems proper to revisit the battle between the two American monsters.

Watch and Listen to the 707hp Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat in Action

By Patrick Rall on July 2, 2014 - 1:48PM

We found out yesterday that the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat would pack 707 horsepower and 650lb-ft of torque from the new 6.2L supercharged Hemi and today, we have a couple videos showing that new monster muscle car motor – giving us a great chance to see and hear the 707hp Challenger in action.

The Saleen S302 2015 Ford Mustang Features a Far More Aggressive Design

By Patrick Rall on July 2, 2014 - 12:09PM

The 2015 Ford Mustang is a pretty big deal to the American performance world and with the next generation pony car expected to arrive within the next few months, the folks from Saleen have offered up the first image of their S302 package – with a front end design that is substantially different and exponentially more aggressive than the standard Mustang face.

MDX sales drive Acura to profitability in North America economic recovery

By Parks McCants on July 2, 2014 - 10:30AM

If paper plates are an economic indicator, the Acura MDX is the bellwether Blue Chip stock of Acura’s lineup. Torque News takes a closer look at the driving force behind the Acura renaissance.

This new app gives WRX STI fans incredible view of Global Rallycross action [video]

By Denis Flierl on July 2, 2014 - 7:55AM

Subaru has just released a new mobile app featuring 360 degree video technology for WRX STI Global Rallycross and Rally America fans.

Five reasons why 2015 Subaru WRX and WRX STI are flying out of dealer showrooms

By Denis Flierl on July 2, 2014 - 6:43AM

The 2015 Subaru WRX and WRX STI sales are hot as the new performance sedans have been launched here in the U.S.

2014 Honda Civic drives North America car sales to record highs

By Parks McCants on July 2, 2014 - 1:16AM

North America is buying the slightly redesigned 2014 Civic in record numbers. Torque News takes a look at the hows and whys of North America’s best selling compact.

Nissan LEAF continues impressive monthly sales hot streak

By Luke Ottaway on July 1, 2014 - 11:36PM

Nissan’s all-electric pioneer has been on a tear of late. Coming off a record-setting May, the LEAF didn’t disappoint in June.

1970 Dodge Challenger Hemi Shaker Convertible

Happy 100th Birthday to the Dodge Brand

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2014 - 8:50PM

Brothers John and Horace Dodge founded Dodge Brothers Inc on July 1st 1914 so with the rising of the sun this morning, the Dodge brand of the Chrysler Group has officially turned 100 years old – and they celebrated this monumental event by introducing the most powerful American car of all time with the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat.

Ford Recalls 2014 F150 for Steering Risks, Tells Owners Not to Drive Trucks Until Fixed

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2014 - 8:13PM

Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for a select group of 2014 F150 pickups over a concern that there could be a manufacturing problem with the Electronic Power Assist Steering system – a problem that is severe enough that the company has instructed owners to avoid driving their trucks until the problem is fixed.

Corvette Z06 Based C7.R Wins Third Straight IMSA Race

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2014 - 7:05PM

The new Chevrolet Corvette Z06-based C7.R race car was introduced for the 2014 Tudor United SportsCar Championship and while the teams got off to a rough start in the first two events of the season – the #3 Corvette C7.R has claimed the GT LeMans class win in each of the past three races.

The 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat is the Most Powerful American Car - Ever

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2014 - 5:02PM

The Chrysler Group has just announced the official specs for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and with a shocking, stunning and absolutely amazing 707 horsepower and 650lb-ft of torque, the supercharged Challenger is the most powerful American production car ever – packing significantly more power than anything ever offered for street use by General Motors or Ford Motor Company.

Chevrolet Camaro Narrowly Beats Mustang in June, Builds Lead for 2014

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2014 - 11:54AM

For the third straight month, the Chevrolet Camaro beat the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger in monthly sales, with the small advantage in June 2014 allowing the Camaro to build its annual lead as GM strives for a stunning 5th straight yearly muscle car sales title.

Mardenborough smashing Supercar record at Goodwood

Gamer-turned-Racer pwns Supercar record at Goodwood

By Aaron Turpen on July 1, 2014 - 11:33AM

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is many things, but for this NISMO driver, it was a chance for the rookie to take on the Hillclimb record and totally pwn it.

A Look at Why the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Matters

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2014 - 11:17AM

While Ford Motor Company is expecting the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost to be fairly popular both in the United States and overseas, some are brushing off this new turbocharged engine as little more than a short-run redeux of the old SVO Mustang – but there is a good chance that this engine could play a very big role in the future of the model.

How 2015 Mercedes C-Class Estate accomplishes more with less

By Denis Flierl on July 1, 2014 - 7:57AM

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate is announced by Mercedes. How does it accomplish more with less?

Is there a future for electric pickup trucks?

By Luke Ottaway on June 30, 2014 - 10:04PM

The electrification movement has largely ignored the segment that arguably needs it the most: pickup trucks. With one notable exception, we still won’t be seeing electric pickups on the road for some time.

The Dodge Viper GTS-R Claims Two Podium Spots in New York

By Patrick Rall on June 30, 2014 - 4:55PM

The TUDOR United SportsCar Championship took to the track of Watkin’s Glen this past weekend for the 7th race of the 2014 season and in its first race as the Dodge Viper GTS-R – the modern Viper race teams claimed two of the three podium spots trailing only one of the cross town rivals from Corvette Racing.

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