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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 New C7R Chevrolet Corvette Race Car Looks Poised to Win in Detroit

By Patrick Rall on January 16, 2014 - 1:03PM

Although the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 has garnered much of the attention at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the new C7R Corvette race car made its formal debut alongside the new Z06 – with the first planned track appearance coming later this month at the Rolex 24 hour race at Daytona International Speedway.

A Look at the Wicked Cool Interior Controls of the 2015 Ford Mustang

By Patrick Rall on January 16, 2014 - 11:52AM

The auto show debut of the 2015 Ford Mustang gave us a chance to see the newest pony car in a variety of colors but more importantly – it gave me a chance to spend a few minutes sitting in the driver’s seat of the new Mustang GT to check out all of interesting interior features that are new to the 2015 Mustang.

TMI’s Honda Racing HPD Edition Ariel Atom Supercar

By Parks McCants on January 16, 2014 - 11:18AM

The North American manufactured TMI Ariel 3 is by all measures a world class bare bones supercar with a power to weight ratio approaching 600 hp per ton. While the supercharged 2 liter Honda i-VTEC engine will do 0-60 mph in 2.9 seconds, HPD and TMI team up to push the Atom to the next level in extreme open wheel club racing.

Stolen and Wrecked Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Saga Has a Happy Ending for the Owners

By Patrick Rall on January 16, 2014 - 10:56AM

Last week we brought you the story of a Delaware couple whose 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 had been stolen by a dealership employee and totaled only to have the dealership refuse responsibility and today I am happy to report that the owners of the stolen ZL1 will be receiving a brand new Camaro thanks to intervention by General Motors and a different Chevy dealership.

J.D. Power study proves why Tesla and the Model S are so popular

By John Goreham on January 16, 2014 - 10:46AM

So far, the only thing limiting sales at Tesla is production constraints. A new study done by J.D. Power helps explain why Tesla is poised for more growth in 2015 and beyond.

New 2.7L EcoBoost V6 Will Make 2015 Ford F150 the Most Efficient Truck in USA

By Patrick Rall on January 16, 2014 - 9:45AM

While Ford Motor Company hasn’t divulged many details on the new 2.7L EcoBoost V6 that will power the 2015 Ford F150 but based on some of the minor details offered, we can make a few guesses as to what to expect – including the fact that the next generation F150 with the 2.7L EcoBoost will almost certainly be the most efficient half ton pickup sold in America.

2015 Subaru WRX STI: Same hp but how did it get faster? [video]

By Denis Flierl on January 16, 2014 - 7:32AM

Subaru has introduced a completely redesigned 2015 WRX STI that has the same 305 hp but is faster than the outgoing model. How did they do it?

Can you guess how many liters of gasoline Toyota's hybrids have saved?

By John Goreham on January 15, 2014 - 3:21PM

Toyota’s global hybrid sales top 6 million. The amount of gasoline saved is pretty amazing. What would you guess?

The 2015 Ford Mustang Looks Dashing in Triple Yellow at the 2014 NAIAS

By Patrick Rall on January 15, 2014 - 1:51PM

The 2014 North American International Auto Show will offer many people their first chance to see the 2015 Ford Mustang in person but for those of us who attended the December 5th Mustang debut – the 2014 Motor City show allowed us a chance to check out the S550 in the new bright yellow hue.

Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn talks 2014, says trucks and compacts are 'it'

By Aaron Turpen on January 15, 2014 - 12:34PM

Nissan's CEO Carlos Ghosn sat down for a video interview in which he detailed the company's plans for 2014. Here's a rundown of the highlights as well as the full video interview.

Nissan Micra returns to Canada

By Aaron Turpen on January 15, 2014 - 12:11PM

Nissan will be bringing back the uber-compact Micra to the Canadian market, unveiling the new tiny mobile at the Montreal Auto Show tomorrow.

Pastrana returns to Subaru at Global RallyCross X Games

By Denis Flierl on January 15, 2014 - 8:05AM

Travis Pastrana will be driving a 2014 Subaru WRX STI this year for the Subaru Team at the Global RallyCross round at X Games Austin this June.

Travis Pastrana rejoins 2014 Subaru WRX STI team!

Travis Pastrana rejoins 2014 Subaru WRX STI Rally Team USA!

By Denis Flierl on January 15, 2014 - 7:04AM

Subaru has announced former Subaru Rally Team USA driver Travis Pastrana will be driving a 2014 Subaru WRX STI for Rally Team USA.

The 2015 Ford F150 Debuts in Detroit as the Strongest and Most Durable Ever

By Patrick Rall on January 14, 2014 - 6:55PM

There were a great many new product debuts that we expected to see at the 2014 North American International Auto Show but the 2015 Ford F150 was not one of them – with the new half ton truck being billed as “the strongest and most durable F150 ever” by the company while a bold new looks separates this new generation Ford truck from the previous years.

2015 Lexus RC F coupe will have unique split cycle V8 with over 450 horsepower

By John Goreham on January 14, 2014 - 5:13PM

As we predicted the new Lexus RC F will have a V8 with about 460 horsepower. It will also have an industry first Atkinson/Otto cycle engine for maximum power and maximum fuel economy.

Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge breaks cover as next-generation sports sedan

By Aaron Turpen on January 14, 2014 - 2:01PM

Infiniti unveiled the new Q50 Eau Rouge concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, showcasing the next-generation of this refined sports sedan.

New Photos: 2013 Tesla Model S recalled for fire risk by NHTSA

By John Goreham on January 14, 2014 - 1:23PM

Now it is official. Despite already taking action, Tesla is formally issued recall notice by National Highway Transportation Safety Administration for concerns over possible charging fires.

Nissan Sport Sedan Concept - we were kinda close

By Aaron Turpen on January 14, 2014 - 11:33AM

We dug deep a couple of weeks ago, making predictions about the Nissan Sport Sedan Concept and were.. well, in the general ballpark. Sort of. Here's what it really is.

Subaru reveals what’s new on 2015 WRX STI at NAIAS

By Denis Flierl on January 14, 2014 - 10:14AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI just made its world premiere at the North American International Auto Show. What’s new on the performance flagship?

2015 Mercedes-Benz V12 S600 flagship makes global debut

S stands for special with new 2015 Mercedes V12 S600

By Denis Flierl on January 14, 2014 - 7:13AM

The all-new top range 2015 Mercedes-Benz S600 makes its world premiere in Detroit. What makes this car so special?

2014 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado are the Best New Car and Truck in North America

By Patrick Rall on January 13, 2014 - 9:32PM

The first big piece of news from the 2014 North American International Auto Show was the North American Car and Truck of the Year award and General Motors pulled the big sweep with the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado.

Exclusive: No permit for electrical work where Tesla charging fire occurred

By John Goreham on January 13, 2014 - 9:27PM

Torque News found that the home in which a recent electrical fire occurred while a Tesla Model S was charging did not have an electrical modification building permit as required, strengthening Tesla’s claim it was not at fault.

The 2015 Corvette Z06 is the Most Track Capable and the Most Awe-Inspiring

By Patrick Rall on January 13, 2014 - 7:47PM

When General Motors promised that the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 would be the most track capable Corvette of all time, we knew that the new American supercar would be something special and as the company pulled the sheets away we learned quickly that this car was worth the anticipation - as the C7 Z06 is one of the most awe-inspiring American cars ever.

Toyota's video game inspired FT-1 shows Camry's next front end look

By John Goreham on January 13, 2014 - 9:59AM

Toyota introduces FT-1 design concept to celebrate 40 years of its Calty Design Research Center with a prototype at the Detroit Auto Show. We think it shows the next Camry front end.

Lexus moving production of popular ES 350 model to US

By John Goreham on January 13, 2014 - 9:00AM

Lexus is now following the Toyota plan and has begun to move production of its vehicles into the US. Some of its SUV production is here already, now its top selling car will be built in Kentucky.

Subaru reaches 20 million unit milestone

Subaru celebrates production of 20 million multi-use vehicles

By Denis Flierl on January 13, 2014 - 8:05AM

Subaru has announced the production of 20 million vehicles since the start of production in 1958. This on the eve of the 2015 Subaru WRX STI reveal at NAIAS.

A few facts before 2015 WRX STI breaks cover at NAIAS [+ pics]

By Denis Flierl on January 13, 2014 - 7:10AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI is getting ready to break cover tomorrow at the North American International Auto Show. Here are a few facts and 9 leaked images.

2014 Subaru BRZ GT300 prepares for SUPER GT Series

By Denis Flierl on January 12, 2014 - 8:10AM

Subaru has announced motorsport activities for the 2014 Subaru BRZ GT300, 2015 WRX STI Nurburgring race car and the International Rally Series cars.

2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid in Iceland

Is 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid really that tough?

By Denis Flierl on January 12, 2014 - 8:09AM

The all-new 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid is the brands first-ever hybrid model and they built it to take on the world’s toughest conditions.

Nissan will be pushing NISMO parts this year

By Aaron Turpen on January 11, 2014 - 1:09PM

Expect to see a lot more NISMO this year. Nissan dealerships are likely to begin offering a myriad of performance tuning and aftermarket parts.

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