Automotive News (Page 807)

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.

What class of car will the Toyota FT-1 be and what engine will it have?

By John Goreham on August 19, 2014 - 5:39PM

Toyota has not yet confirmed what the drivetrain in the new FT-1 Concept will be. What it packs will help determine what class it will be in. Here’s what our experts guess.

A Look at Why the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Needs a 4-Cylinder

By Patrick Rall on August 19, 2014 - 4:52PM

While covering the rumors that the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro could pack a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, we have received quite a bit of feedback from readers who don’t see the need so I wanted to take a quick look at why General Motors “needs” to offer a 4-cylinder engine – at least in European markets.

Lamborghini Huracan Blancpain Super Trofeo unveiling

Lamborghini Huracan LP 620-2 Super Trofeo race monster Unveiled

By Aaron Turpen on August 19, 2014 - 2:11PM

The latest in Lambo's stable of race machines is the Huracan LP 620-2 Super Trofeo for Blancpain Super Trofeo. And it's a serious monster.

Ricardo Sanchez Becomes Latest GT Academy Champ, Headed for NISMO

By Aaron Turpen on August 19, 2014 - 1:54PM

It's every race gamer's dream come true and for Ricardo Sanchez of Mexico, the dream became a reality when he won the Nissan Playstation GT Academy showdown this weekend.

Meet the First Ever Right Hand Drive Ford Mustang

By Patrick Rall on August 19, 2014 - 1:10PM

The 2015 Ford Mustang will be the first ever marketed on a global scale including a variety of right hand drive markets and the Motor Company has rolled out an image of the first ever production-based right hand drive Mustang that will lead to consumer models for Australia, the UK, India and other markets where they drive on the “wrong side of the road”.

2015 Chevrolet Corvette Tells You What a Valet Did with Your Car

By Patrick Rall on August 19, 2014 - 11:39AM

One of the most exciting features of the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is the new Performance Data Recorder that can help make the most of track days or spirited romps along a country road but when coupled with the new Valet Mode – the 2015 Corvette can show and tell owners whether their car was abused when left with some questionable parking attendant.

The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat is Underrated at 707hp

By Patrick Rall on August 19, 2014 - 10:33AM

The folks from Motor Trend recently took the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat to the dyno at the K&N Engineering shop and they found that the official figures 707 horsepower and 650lb-ft of torque are underrated – possibly by a whole lot.

Mazda Miata PRHT's top is the best convertible roof on any roadster

By John Goreham on August 19, 2014 - 10:30AM

The Mazda MX-5's hard top is a marvel of simplicity and works better than any convertible top we have ever tested.

Winning Outlander PHEV technology to be passed on to Lancer EVO successor

By Denis Flierl on August 19, 2014 - 7:10AM

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV plug-in hybrid wins a key rally race. How will this effect the 2015 Lancer Evolution successor?

How the EPA determines an electric vehicle’s range - not as simple as it sounds

By Luke Ottaway on August 19, 2014 - 6:42AM

One of the most important factors in the consideration of battery electric vehicles is driving range before the battery is fully discharged. The EPA calculates this number using procedures unique to electric vehicles – here is how it works.

The newest electric supercar on the block revisits an American classic

By Luke Ottaway on August 18, 2014 - 4:44PM

Though most of us will never attain the level of wealth required to own one, the list of hybrid and pure electric supercars is growing. The latest comes from Silicon Valley and may look familiar.

2015 Toyota Prius Persona Series Special Edition

Special Edition 2015 Prius adds to evidence of an all-new 2016 model

By John Goreham on August 18, 2014 - 4:01PM

The 2015 Prius Persona Series Special Edition will help keep buyers interested until the all-new Prius arrives.

The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Grabs a Top Ten Finish in Trans Am Debut

By Patrick Rall on August 18, 2014 - 1:32PM

The Chrysler Group is looking to make an even bigger splash in the world of road racing with the introduction of the new 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Trans Am racecar that hit the track for the first time this past weekend at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course – with a top ten finish and a very real chance of taking home the season championship even though there are only 4 races left.

An emotional review of the 2014 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

By John Goreham on August 18, 2014 - 12:54PM

If you want to understand the Miata, you need to set aside the analytical and focus on the emotional.

Vaughn Gittin Jr Teases His 2015 Ford Mustang RTR

By Patrick Rall on August 18, 2014 - 11:41AM

Formula Drift Champion and hardcore Mustang lover Vaughn Gittin Jr introduced his own line of customized, high performance Mustangs with the current generation, but with the arrival of the 2015 Ford Mustang – Gittin and his team have big plans for the next generation RTR Mustang.

Next Corvette ZR1 Could Be Mid Engine - Again

By Patrick Rall on August 18, 2014 - 10:37AM

According to reliable inside sources who spoke with the folks at Motor Trend, the next Corvette ZR1 could be unique from the current C7 lineup thanks to a mid engine design – and this could be the car which wears the Zora name that was trademarked earlier this year.

Will hot new WRX S4 sport superior environmental friendly hybrid power?

By Denis Flierl on August 18, 2014 - 8:02AM

The 2015 Subaru WRX S4 will be revealed on August 25. Will it be coming with hybrid power?

We revisit best in class 2014 Honda CR-V

By Parks McCants on August 17, 2014 - 5:22PM

On a recent visit to Santa Cruz Ca., we spent a day in the mountains driving Honda CR-V.. Stiff but!

Extraordinary Subaru 2015 WRX STI is suddenly a global success

By Denis Flierl on August 17, 2014 - 7:34AM

The new-generation 2015 Subaru WRX STI is a global success and now makes its debut in Thailand.

Watch impressive rear projection mapping video pay tribute to Subaru

By Denis Flierl on August 17, 2014 - 6:26AM

The 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek was on center stage at the Shinjuku Subaru Building. What’s a rear projection mapping show?

U.S. Spec Jaguar F-Type Project 7 Unveiled at Pebble Beach

By Aaron Turpen on August 17, 2014 - 1:35AM

Named in honor of the seven Jaguar wins at Le Mans, the F-Type Project 7 is a road-legal two-seater inspired by the D-Type.

Tesla counters negative press about drivetrain replacements with “infinite” warranty

By Luke Ottaway on August 16, 2014 - 2:30PM

The makers of Model S have been in the news recently for a higher-than-normal rate of total drivetrain replacement, with several highly publicized examples. Tesla has deftly responded by offering a nearly unrivaled warranty.

You can build a new unique 2015 Mercedes C-Class online now

By Denis Flierl on August 16, 2014 - 8:34AM

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is coming soon. How would you build yours?

Introducing the most affordable vehicle in the US: 2015 Mirage

By Denis Flierl on August 16, 2014 - 7:21AM

The 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage has been named "the most affordable vehicle shoppers can buy" by Cars.com. What cars did it beat?

Silicon Valley is bullish on 2015 Acura TLX

By Parks McCants on August 15, 2014 - 8:22PM

We visited the West’s largest Acura dealership, AutoNation Acura Stevens Creek. According to Internet Sales Manager Chad Cleary, TLX is being positively recieved by Silicon Valley Acura fans,
They love it!

Toyota FT-1 stuns in graphite

By John Goreham on August 15, 2014 - 7:04PM

Toyota rolls out a second FT-1. This time, in a color that does not look ridiculous. Maybe the car is for real?

Caterham Cars introduces two new iconic Sevens for the U.S.

By Aaron Turpen on August 15, 2014 - 3:26PM

Iconic British maker Caterham Cars is introducing two new Seven models for the U.S. market, with a 0-62 time of just 3.4 seconds in open driving beauty.

Rolls-Royce enters video games - Wraith now in Forza Motorsport 5

By Aaron Turpen on August 15, 2014 - 1:56PM

One of the world's most popular racing games, Forza Motorsport 5 for Xbox One, has been adding a host of new cars for virtual driving. Including this world first appearance of a Rolls-Royce product.

Drive a New Dodge at the Woodward Dream Cruise and You Could Win $45,000

By Patrick Rall on August 15, 2014 - 10:10AM

Those folks attending the Mopar display at the 2014 Woodward Dream Cruise will have a chance to not only see some of the hottest new Dodge products – they will also get to drive them and while doing so, they will be entered into a drawing to win $45,000 towards the purchase of a new Chrysler Group product.

3 remarkable ways Subaru WRX STI can quickly compete on race day

By Denis Flierl on August 15, 2014 - 5:46AM

The 2014 Subaru WRX STI GRC cars come with 3 materials that enable them to go faster. What unique materials do they use?

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