Automotive News (Page 811)

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.

Honda to ramp up 2015 Fit production to meet consumer demand

By Parks McCants on September 12, 2014 - 1:44AM

Our readers tell us that Honda dealerships are selling the all new 2015 Fit faster than Honda of Mexico can produce them. Honda’s promising a second production shift, while Torque News looks to the numbers.

2015 Lexus RC F’s most amazing feature is the transmission

By John Goreham on September 11, 2014 - 6:22PM

Yes, the engine is amazing, yes, both the rear differentials are impressive, but the transmission is what you will notice and appreciate most on the track or on the ride home.

2015 Kia Soul EV pricing announced with attractive lease deal

By Luke Ottaway on September 11, 2014 - 4:05PM

Another electric vehicle will soon be arriving on U.S. shores. The 2015 Kia Soul EV will bring with it a price tag fairly typical of its class, but many buyers may opt for the lease.

More on the Mid Engine 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Zora ZR1

By Patrick Rall on September 11, 2014 - 3:52PM

Last month we talked about the possibilities of a C8 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 sporting a mid-engine design and the Zora name and today, more information has surfaced – suggesting that the mid-engine Zora ZR1 Corvette is indeed on its way and it might be coming for the 2017 model year.

Silence - that’s the sound of the police (coming for you in a VW e-Golf)

By Luke Ottaway on September 11, 2014 - 1:16PM

Volkswagen presented the e-Golf battery electric car as a police emergency vehicle at an exhibition this week. Though it wouldn’t last long in a high-speed chase, the e-Golf would be quite a stealthy cop car.

Subaru creates problem caused by new 2015 Outback and Legacy launches

By Denis Flierl on September 11, 2014 - 8:40AM

Subaru of America is selling more new 2015 Outbacks and Legacy sedans than expected. Why would this be a problem?

Would you shell out an extra $4500 for Scion FR-S 1.0 with an aero kit?

By Denis Flierl on September 11, 2014 - 7:22AM

The new 2015 Scion FR-S Release Series 1.0 has been released and is available now. Is it worth the extra $4,500?

Nissan Produces Its 10 Millionth Engine in Mexico

By Aaron Turpen on September 11, 2014 - 3:09AM

After thirty-two years of operation, the Aguascalientes Powertrain Plant has produced ten million engines and counting.

Infiniti Pulls Roland Kruger From BMW To Take the Helm

By Aaron Turpen on September 11, 2014 - 3:05AM

Long-time BMW executive Roland Kruger has been lured away from the German manufacturer to take the captain's chair at Infiniti.

Nissan Project Titan Wounded Warrior truck

Nissan's Project Titan Wounded Warrior Truck Ready for Alaska

By Aaron Turpen on September 11, 2014 - 2:48AM

The final phase of Project Titan is underway and the Nissan Titan truck is almost ready for its foray into the Alaskan frontier with its wounded warriors.

Continued Questioning of the Aluminum 2015 Ford F150 is Foolish at Best

By Patrick Rall on September 10, 2014 - 3:21PM

The final preparations for 2015 Ford F150 production is currently underway at the Rouge River Assembly plant and that means that the all-new F150 will be reaching dealerships soon, but even with all of the upsides of the lightweight half ton pickups, “expert analysts” continue to preach of the many downsides of the new aluminum body – all of which will be quickly forgotten once these trucks are in the hands of consumers around the US.

Dodge Challenger Hellcat Allocation Rules Help Buyers Save Money, Burn Dealers

By Patrick Rall on September 10, 2014 - 1:06PM

The order banks have opened for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and this leads many to question how Chrysler will decide which dealerships get Hellcat models during the early rush – and today we examine the allocation rules that will likely help keep dealerships from adding a huge markup while helping buyers save money.

Tesla vehicles could have full autopilot by 2020

By Luke Ottaway on September 10, 2014 - 12:19PM

As the debate over autonomous driving rages on, Tesla is doing its best to catch up to rival automakers in developing self-driving cars. New comments from CEO Elon Musk shed more light on the company’s plans.

Entry Level Comparison of the 2015 Ford Mustang, Dodge Challenger and Chevrolet Camaro

By Patrick Rall on September 10, 2014 - 12:10PM

The information for the 2015 Ford Mustang, 2015 Dodge Challenger and 2015 Chevrolet Camaro is pretty much all available and while the world is focused on the higher performance models, I thought that this would be a good time to compare the most affordable versions of the three American muscle cars – in their entry level, V6 forms.

New 2015 Subaru WRX STI scores podium finish in first Rally race

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2014 - 8:43AM

The first-ever 2015 Subaru WRX STI rally car makes its debut at Rallye Defi. Where did the STI finish?

How does the new 2016 Mercedes AMG GT line up next to the Porsche 911? [video]

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2014 - 7:35AM

The all-new sports car from Affalterbach, the 2016 Mercedes-AMG GT has been unveiled. Can it compete with the Porsche 911?

Honda Civic owner says no to automated driving technology

By Parks McCants on September 10, 2014 - 1:15AM

While Honda and Google experiment with not too future automated driving technology, fiercely independent Honda Civic drivers remain determined to stay off of the electronic leash.

2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS Spied Late Night in Milford, Sounding Incredible

By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2014 - 2:55PM

Later last night I saw what I believe to be a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS near the General Motors Proving Grounds and when the driver climbed into the throttle as he or she sped away, it sounded pretty healthy – very much like the C7 Corvette Stingray which pulled out behind it and quickly climbed to speed as well.

Will the 2015 Ford Mustang Boss Be a Road Car or a Race Car?

By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2014 - 1:48PM

While we were so focused on the news that the 2015 Ford Mustang will almost surely come in Shelby GT350 trim with a new 5.2L V8 engine, we looked over another interesting piece of information in the dealership parts guide images posted by Mustang6g.com – the mention of a new “Boss Racing” package that has us wondering whether there could be a new Boss road car or if it will be another road racing special.

Will Tesla and Toyota ever get back together? Musk thinks so

By Luke Ottaway on September 9, 2014 - 1:37PM

After ending its collaboration with Tesla on the RAV4 EV and repeatedly declaring its allegiance to fuel cells, it certainly doesn’t seem like Toyota is interested in another partnership with Tesla. Not so fast, says Elon Musk.

Build and Order Your 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Today

By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2014 - 11:51AM

The configurator page for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat officially went live last night so you can now price out your dream Hellcat, but far more importantly, the automaker is now taking dealer and consumer orders on the most powerful American production car ever.

Why isn’t David Higgins returning to GRC in the new 2015 WRX STI?

By Denis Flierl on September 9, 2014 - 8:27AM

David Higgins will return to Global Rallycross action in the 2014 Subaru WRX STI rallycross-prepped car. Why not the 2015 WRX STI?

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution gets price reduction for its last hurrah

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution gets price cut for its last hurrah

By Denis Flierl on September 9, 2014 - 7:04AM

Mitsubishi announces pricing for the 2015 Lancer Evolution and it gets a price decrease on the GSR. How much of a price drop?

Toyota has been building the 2015 Lexus RC F and RC 350 F Sport for 50 years

By John Goreham on September 8, 2014 - 10:22PM

The new 2015 Lexus RC 350 and RC F should be no surprise to any true fan of the Toyota and Lexus brands. Toyota has been building cars like this since the 1960s.

Car & Driver 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Engine Failure Could Become More Common

By Patrick Rall on September 8, 2014 - 4:43PM

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray has quickly become one of the bestselling sports cars in the world, but the long term test vehicle belonging to the folks from Car & Driver blew an engine just 6,000 miles in – and the problem is one that could affect other C7 Corvette owners under very normal driving conditions.

Facts vs. fiction on the all-new 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata

By John Goreham on September 8, 2014 - 4:16PM

The new Miata looks great to my eye, but we really don’t know much about the new car. Here is what Mazda has told us, and what we only know through speculation.

2015 Scion FR-S Release Series 1.0 ready to go

By John Goreham on September 8, 2014 - 1:27PM

The track-ready Scion FR-S Release Series 1.0 is finally here and ready for buyers.

A week with the BMW i8 isn’t enough to inspire Rory McIlroy to victory

By Luke Ottaway on September 8, 2014 - 12:32PM

The life of the world’s best golfer is enviable in many ways. One such perk of being Rory McIlroy: BMW gives you special treatment at their tournament.

2015 Dodge Viper Pricing Slashed by $15k, 2014 Prices Cut as Well

By Patrick Rall on September 8, 2014 - 11:03AM

In order to help boost lagging sales, the Chrysler Group has cut the 2015 Dodge Viper pricing by $15,000 across the entire model lineup while also re-issuing pricing for the 2014 model year SRT Vipers that are currently unsold and to help cushion the blow of this huge price cut, the company will also issue $15,000 new car vouchers to those 2014 Viper owners who paid the old price.

2015 TLX V6 SH-AWD to arrive at dealerships this week

By Parks McCants on September 8, 2014 - 10:38AM

With 2226 Acura TLX V6 and i4s purchased in the last 2 weeks of August, it looks like Acura has another winner in the lineup. Where's Acura's top of the line 2015 TLX V6 SH-AWD?

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