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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.

The 2015 Corvette Z06 is So Incredible - It Could End the Current Horsepower War

By Patrick Rall on June 9, 2014 - 3:02PM

When the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 finally reaches the garages of lucky owners around the country it will be one of the most powerful cars in the world and it very well could be one of the most track capable street legal cars of all time – possibly putting an end to the ongoing horsepower war in the US market.

Can Porsche's Macan Deliver on Expectations?

By Evan Kemp on June 9, 2014 - 2:36PM

Why are the sales numbers of Porsche Macan more interesting than the numbers posted by Audi with the RS Q3, and Mercedez-Benz with the GLA45

2014 Toyota Camry number one in US sales, even with 2015 model just months away

By John Goreham on June 9, 2014 - 1:53PM

The new 2015 Camry is right around the corner, yet the 2014 model is still outselling all its peers. Here's why so many more people buy the Camry.

GM Recalls Select 2012 Chevrolet Camaro Models for Possible Airbag Risks

By Patrick Rall on June 9, 2014 - 1:34PM

General Motors has announced a new batch of recalls which once again include the Chevrolet Camaro – this time before some units from the 2012 model year have driver’s side airbags which may not deploy in the event of an accident and that could lead to more significant injury to the driver.

An Interesting Reminder on the 2015 Ford Mustang Styling

By Patrick Rall on June 9, 2014 - 12:04PM

While the critics of the 2015 Ford Mustang redesign are crying foul over the fact that the front end is too European looking, we should all be reminded that the original Ford Mustang back in 1964 was designed to put an American spin on a European-like sports car.

Your chance to drive a 2014 BMW on a track for free is coming- don’t miss it

By John Goreham on June 9, 2014 - 11:51AM

BMW is touring the US with a variety of programs offering drivers the chance to drive on an autocross course. There are also teen driver schools and car control school available. What you need to know to get a free spot.

Why is Mercedes-Benz selling so many 2014 CLA-Class four-door coupes?

By Denis Flierl on June 9, 2014 - 7:12AM

Mercedes-Benz will use the 2014 CLA-Class for the subject of a new film and is looking for a new generation of filmmakers. It’s called the #CLAstory

Unique BMW i3 attracts new customers to the brand

By Luke Ottaway on June 8, 2014 - 10:58PM

The BMW i3 is what you might call a radical electric vehicle. It has seen strong demand so far, and BMW is thrilled at the number of buyers the i3 has taken from other brands.

Infiniti Performance Engineering Academy

Infiniti announces U.S. finalists for F1 engineering academy

By Aaron Turpen on June 8, 2014 - 5:29PM

The finalists for the Infiniti Performance Engineering Academy have been announced, including four American students who will vie for a scholarship into the Infiniti stables.

New Jersey will allow Tesla to sell direct, but eventually it might not matter

By Luke Ottaway on June 8, 2014 - 3:12PM

Nearly two months after Tesla was forced to halt sales at its two New Jersey stores, the state assembly has passed a bill permitting direct sales for zero-emission vehicle manufacturers. The big question is whether or not Tesla will eventually change its business model.

Three things make the 2015 Subaru BRZ a special sports car

Three things that make the 2015 Subaru BRZ a special sports car

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2014 - 8:00AM

The new 2015 Subaru BRZ is ready to launch and there are three things that make it a special sports car.

Lasek surprises with silver driving Subaru WRX STI at GRC X Games

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2014 - 6:53AM

Bucky Lasek driving the Subaru WRX STI wins his first medal in Rallycross at the Red Bull Global Rallycross X Games Austin.

Better safe than sorry, Honda recalls Japan built 2013 Fit

By Parks McCants on June 7, 2014 - 7:02PM

Despite a stellar reputation for economically priced quality built cars, American Honda is recalling the 2013 Fit. We take a closer look at the numbers.

VW dominates GRC X Games, Subaru also secures top spot

By Denis Flierl on June 7, 2014 - 8:27AM

Volkswagen dominates the first day of Red Bull Global Rallycross at X Games. Subaru WRX STI is the only other car to break into a top spot.

STI-enhanced 2015 Subaru BRZ Sport-Tech Aozora Edition coming to Canada

By Denis Flierl on June 7, 2014 - 7:11AM

The new 2015 Subaru BRZ Sport-Tech Aozora Edition is STI enhanced for the Canada market. What sets it apart?

The 2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Could Be More Boss 302, Less GT500

By Patrick Rall on June 6, 2014 - 3:22PM

Ford has done a remarkable job of protecting the details of the next generation high performance Mustang so while we don’t even know for sure what it will be called – be it the Shelby GT350 or the new SVT Cobra – I expect a high powered Mustang that is more like the previous Boss 302 than the previous Shelby GT500.

GM Fires 15 for Ignition Recall Blunders, America Deserves to Know Who

By Patrick Rall on June 6, 2014 - 2:01PM

General Motors boss Mary Barra announced yesterday that 15 company employees have been fired as a result of the failure to recall the vehicles with the ignition problems and although America deserves to know what positions have been vacated – the company has only named one name thus far.

See How the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Stacks Up Against the World's Most Powerful

By Patrick Rall on June 6, 2014 - 11:39AM

General Motors has announced the official power figures for the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and with 650 horsepower, it is the most powerful GM road model ever – while also being the second most powerful American road car ever and ranking in the top ten most powerful production cars sold in the world today.

2015 Subaru WRX STI breaks yet another record at Isle of Man!

By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2014 - 10:07AM

The 2015 Subaru WRX STI that just set a record at the Isle of Man TT Course has broken the record again.

Redesigned 2015 Honda Fit will drive North America new car sales

By Parks McCants on June 6, 2014 - 9:56AM

For April Fit was American Honda Motors best selling car in North America.
Torque News-Honda believes that Fit will be Honda's best selling car for 2015. We take a closer look at the numbers.

Six reasons Subaru can justify 2015 Subaru Outback price bump

By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2014 - 7:57AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru Outback gets a price bump. Is the price increase across the model lineup justified?

Everyone wants a cheaper Tesla, according to unscientific poll

By Luke Ottaway on June 6, 2014 - 7:20AM

It is fairly common, when the subject of Tesla is brought up, to hear people say “I’d love to buy one if only it wasn’t so expensive.” They really mean it, according to a recent poll.

Can Pastrana bring a win to Subaru WRX STI Global Rallycross team?

By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2014 - 6:53AM

Travis Pastrana joins Subaru WRX STI Global Rallycross team at X Games Austin this Saturday.

As Tesla slips to fourth in sales many underestimate Toyota's impact on US electric car market

By John Goreham on June 5, 2014 - 10:35PM

In the EV sales race Nissan leads, Toyota is looking to pass, Chevy drops back, Ford accelerates, and Tesla is stuck in fourth. Nobody else matters.

19 Drivers Prepared to Battle for X Games RallyCross Gold This Weekend

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2014 - 7:08PM

This weekend marks the second stop for the 2014 Red Bull Global RallyCross season with a lengthy list of 19 drivers preparing to duke it out for the gold medal at the summer X Games in Austin Texas – with several popular GRC drivers making their only planned start of the season.

Win a Hyundai Genesis Based on Your Skills

By Keith Griffin on June 5, 2014 - 6:38PM

Fox has "So You Think You Can Dance?" Now Hyundai has "So You Think You Can Drift?" and the top winner in the country drives away in a brand-new 3.8-liter 2015 Hyundai Genesis Ultimate.

Will aluminum 2015 Ford F-150 slow Toyota Tundra's amazing sales surge?

By John Goreham on June 5, 2014 - 5:12PM

The 2014 Toyota Tundra is on a multi-month sales expansion. Will the new Ford F-150's advances steal away Toyota's customers and stop its run?

The Refreshed Dodge Viper SRT Should Be the New Roadster

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2014 - 4:12PM

The Chrysler Group has promised that the new Dodge Viper SRT coming in 2015 will be refreshed and with the SRT Viper being practically brand new, it has left many people wondering what the 2015 refresh might hold – and I think that it will bring about the introduction of the newest Viper convertible or roadster.

Honda Civic Type R not included in 2015 roadside assistance program

By Parks McCants on June 5, 2014 - 1:21PM

We have been asked the question by our readers: Will North America’s number one selling compact sedan, the Civic, be included in Honda’s roadside assistance program? Torque News Honda takes a closer look.

Cadillac CTS-V, Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Recalled for Supercharger Failures

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2014 - 1:11PM

General Motors will recall the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and Cadillac CTS-V over a concern that the 6.2L engine’s supercharger could fail, causing the engine not to start or - in a worst case scenario – causing massive internal engine damage.

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