Automotive News (Page 826)

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 Dodge Challenger SRT Drive Modes Offer High Tech Handling Customization

By Patrick Rall on May 28, 2014 - 1:57PM

In order to help drivers of the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT make the most of the 485-600 horsepower, the Chrysler Group has included a new Drive Mode system that adjusts a variety of parameters including the suspension, the shift points, the traction control, the stability control and more – allowing the driver to make adjustments to fit his or her style and abilities.

Chevy Colorado will come with innovative child safety seat feature

By John Goreham on May 28, 2014 - 11:56AM

The Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon will launch with innovative feature that parents will appreciate. Toyota's next Tacoma and Nissan's final Frontier had better be something very special coming if they want to retain their sales.

Four things besides the steering wheel Google's self-driving car will eliminate

By John Goreham on May 28, 2014 - 11:34AM

Google announced its new self-driving car prototype has no steering wheel. That is the least interesting thing self driving cars will cut out.

Top Gear host to buy a BMW i3 for ‘different sort of pleasure in motoring’

By Luke Ottaway on May 27, 2014 - 11:03PM

James May, a host on the popular UK car show, is planning to purchase a BMW i3 REx. He conceded that electric motors are better for propelling vehicles than the combustion engines that his show typically favors.

You can bet your life that the Toyota Tundra and Tacoma are good on rocks and sand

By John Goreham on May 27, 2014 - 7:44PM

Toyota’s tough trucks and its partnership with the San Diego lifeguard crew have provided proven results.

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS Will Have More Power - and So Will the Base V6

By Patrick Rall on May 27, 2014 - 6:54PM

When the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro introduces the 6th generation of the fabled GM pony car, it will likely feature the same LT1 V8 that currently powers the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, but having that monster V8 in the Camaro SS could create a huge gap between the entry level V6 and these high volume V8 models – a gap that the company will need to fill somehow.

2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Gets New Appearance Package, New Colors and a New Transmission

By Patrick Rall on May 27, 2014 - 3:45PM

General Motors has dropped all of the details on the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, including the new 8-speed automatic transmission that we knew was coming along with a couple new exterior colors and some new exterior appearance package options – all of which should only help improve the already incredible C7 Corvette.

BMW and MINI show stunning MINI Superleggera Vision concept

By John Goreham on May 27, 2014 - 3:30PM

BMW and MINI have teamed with Touring Superleggera to create the best looking MINI ever.

Volvo shows off its best interior ever in the 2015 XC90

By John Goreham on May 27, 2014 - 2:45PM

Volvo reveals photos of its new 2015 XC90 SUV. The company is banking that Scandinavian interiors will make buyers forget its engines now have only four cylinders.

Less Than 500 Dodge Dealers Could Sell the "New" Dodge Viper at First

By Patrick Rall on May 27, 2014 - 12:40PM

There is a good chance that when the new Dodge Viper arrives in 2015, less than 500 Dodge dealerships around the country will be able to sell the newest Mopar supercar due to the requirements set forth by the Chrysler Group management to sell the Viper under the short-lived SRT brand.

Subaru launches sportiest 2015 Forester 2.0XT ever offered

By Denis Flierl on May 27, 2014 - 8:02AM

The new 2015 Subaru Forester “2.0XT EyeSight Advantage Line” on May 30 in Japan.

If you want a new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class stand in line

By Denis Flierl on May 27, 2014 - 6:52AM

The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is selling so well, dealers can’t keep them on the lots.

Panasonic still hesitant about Gigafactory, Tesla doesn’t appear worried

By Luke Ottaway on May 26, 2014 - 11:45PM

As battery supplier Panasonic continues to demonstrate a reluctance to commit to Tesla’s planned Gigafactory, the California automaker is pushing on and plans to break ground soon.

Honda Performance Developement unsung heros of 2014 Indianapolis 500

By Parks McCants on May 26, 2014 - 6:18PM

Honda Performance Development has been in the racing game since 1993. With Andretti Autosport dropping Chevrolet for Honda in 2013, Torque News notes a paradigm shift in the Racing Universe.

Top 2015 Ford F-150 Features Every Truck Needs

By Tim Esterdahl on May 26, 2014 - 2:13PM

The all-new 2015 Ford F-150 has been a hot topic lately with its extensive use of aluminum. However, that's not the only thing on this new truck that people should be talking about. Ford's new F-150 has five smart features that should become standard on all trucks.

Why Subaru won’t sell 2015 Legacy wagon here in U.S.

Why Subaru won’t sell their new 2015 Legacy wagon here in U.S.

By Denis Flierl on May 26, 2014 - 8:12AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru Legacy sedan gets ready to launch here in the U.S., but we won’t see the new 2015 Legacy wagon.

Rosberg and Hamilton do it again at 2014 Monaco Grand Prix

By Denis Flierl on May 26, 2014 - 7:00AM

Nico Rosberg has won the 2014 Monaco Grand Prix for the second year running! Lewis Hamilton finishes second. Can Mercedes AMG Petronas be beat?

2015 Infiniti QX70 and 2015 QX50 get pricing

By Aaron Turpen on May 25, 2014 - 10:59AM

Infiniti has announced pricing for the QX70 and QX50 luxury SUV and crossover. The QX70 starts at under $46,000 and the QX50 at $35,000 with two and four model options respectively.

Getting under the skin of the Nissan ZEOD RC electric race car

By Aaron Turpen on May 25, 2014 - 10:27AM

The above image shows some of the innovation within the ZEOD RC that will make history at the upcoming Le Mans 24 Hours. Let's dissect it.

Why 2015 Mercedes GLA-Class will be an attractive entry into U.S. market

By Denis Flierl on May 25, 2014 - 8:07AM

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class has received the AUTO BILD Design Award 2014 for most beautiful SUV.

24-hour Nurburgring is the proving ground for 2015 Subaru WRX STI

By Denis Flierl on May 25, 2014 - 7:14AM

The Nurburgring is the proving ground for the 2015 Subaru WRX STI and has been for 20 years and counting.

2014 Nissan Altima is 'Most Affordable Midsize Sedan'

By Aaron Turpen on May 24, 2014 - 6:12PM

Cars.com has named the 2014 Altima its pick for "Most Affordable Midsize Sedan" and, well, they're right.

Don’t say goodbye to Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution just quite yet

By Denis Flierl on May 24, 2014 - 12:54PM

The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is on it’s way out for this generation, but the performance car isn’t done yet.

Why Subaru has the longest-lasting midsize sedan on the road

By Denis Flierl on May 24, 2014 - 8:57AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru Legacy sedan is about to make its dealer debut.
Why are its roots important?

Vegas likes Honda, Marco Andretti for 2014 Indianapolis 500 win

By Parks McCants on May 23, 2014 - 7:51PM

Much like horse racing and pro football, auto racing also makes the sports-book in Las Vegas.
While Chevrolet fans have their money on Will Power, we, like Las Vegas, believe that Honda power and Andretti Autosport will take the flag at Indianapolis.

Torque News Behind the Scenes at the Indy 500 - Day 1

By Keith Griffin on May 23, 2014 - 7:33PM

The generous folks at Firestone issued me an invitation a few weeks back that I just couldn't turn down: attending the Indianapolis 500 as their guest. It's an event I can cross off my bucket list and I wanted to share some of the behind-the-scenes experience with TorqueNews.com.

The 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost is Priced to Kill the Base V6

By Patrick Rall on May 23, 2014 - 6:23PM

While we only have leaked pricing for the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost models, those unofficial numbers seem like a solid enough deal that most buyers considering the base V6 or the more powerful and more efficient EcoBoost turbocharged 4-cylinder will opt for the slightly pricier yet much more impressive EcoBoost Mustang.

Listen to the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and Fall in Love (Video)

By Patrick Rall on May 23, 2014 - 12:15PM

When the Chrysler Group formally announced the 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat Hemi earlier this week, they were good enough to include a couple video clips of the car in action – but this amateur video of the Hellcat Hemi revving hard is a much better display of what this 600+ horsepower monster will sound like at wide open throttle.

Next Generation Chevrolet Camaro Confirmed for 2016

By Patrick Rall on May 23, 2014 - 11:06AM

While the American performance car world has long expected that the next generation Chevrolet Camaro for 2016, General Motors has now confirmed that 2015 will indeed be the final year for the current incarnation of the Camaro – and we are likely to see the next generation GM muscle car at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Why 8.7 inches sets 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek apart from the rest of the SUVs

By Denis Flierl on May 23, 2014 - 10:10AM

The 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek has made KBB’s “10 Most Affordable SUVs” list. Why is 8.7 inches so important?

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