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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 2013 SEMA Awards being handed to company reps.

Ford, Jeep and Scion Take Top Honors at the 2013 SEMA Show

By Patrick Rall on November 5, 2013 - 8:32PM

For the fourth consecutive year, the organizers of the massive SEMA Show in Las Vegas have named the “Hottest” vehicles of the event and this year Ford, Scion and Jeep took home those awards with Ford claiming two while Toyota’s Scion brand and the Chrysler Group’s Jeep brand claimed one each.

The Chevrolet Silverado Cheyenne Concept Brings Back the Chevy Sport Truck at SEMA

By Patrick Rall on November 5, 2013 - 1:38PM

Among the many beefed up GM vehicles at the 2013 SEMA Show is the Chevrolet Silverado Cheyenne – a 420 horsepower sport truck that wears a variety of features from the high performance Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 to show just how well the modern Silverado can be converted into a show stopping sport truck.

SRT Announces the Three Finalists for the New Viper Blue Name

By Patrick Rall on November 5, 2013 - 12:49PM

The Chrysler Group introduced a contest of sorts last month to help name the new blue exterior paint that is offered on the 2014 SRT Viper and with the sweepstakes entering the final week of the contest – the three finalist naming ideas have been posted for voting on the DriveSRT.com website.

Nissan plans to add more floor space to Smyrna, but not jobs

By Aaron Turpen on November 5, 2013 - 12:25PM

The already-gigantic Smyrna, Tennessee plant where many of Nissan's vehicles for the North American market are built is seeing another expansion, adding another 60,000 square feet to the nearly six million the facility already has.

Ron Burgundy with the entire 2014 Dodge lineup

Dodge Rolls Out More Ron Burgundy Ads, Now with the Whole Lineup

By Patrick Rall on November 5, 2013 - 11:33AM

Dodge has added yet another chapter to their Ron Burgundy/Anchorman 2 advertising campaign with 5new clips featuring Saturday Night Live star Will Ferrell but in addition to talking up the 2014 Durango – the fictitious San Diego newscaster is now hawking the entire Dodge lineup.

Subaru gets it Volkswagen doesn’t have a clue

By Denis Flierl on November 5, 2013 - 7:44AM

Subaru now leads Volkswagen and has outsold the German automaker selling more cars in the U.S. market. A big reason is the 2014 Subaru Forester.

VIZIV Evo Concept reveals Subaru not resting on its laurels

By Denis Flierl on November 5, 2013 - 7:24AM

Subaru will bring the Subaru VIZIV Evolution Concept to the Tokyo Motor Show 2013 and it reveals a whole new direction for the Japanese automaker.

Ford Recalling Focus Electric Again - This Time for Stalling Issues

By Patrick Rall on November 4, 2013 - 7:06PM

Ford Motor Company has issued a recall of the Ford Focus Electric over a concern that the electric drivetrain could suddenly stop providing motive power – potentially leaving a driver stranded on the side of the road or left in a dangerous situation like fast moving traffic and no way to move the vehicle.

Toyota on track to match Chevy, Ram light pickup truck sales

By John Goreham on November 4, 2013 - 3:19PM

Toyota has already passed GMC in pickup truck sales. Now, very quietly, Toyota's sales are growing rapidly, while Chevy's are dropping by double digits. It may not be long before Toyota is tied for number two in all but HD pickup sales.

2014 COPO Camaro Program Debuts a New Look and New Engines at SEMA

By Patrick Rall on November 4, 2013 - 3:17PM

Leading up to the launch of the 2013 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, General Motors has offered up information on the 2014 COPO Camaro drag racing program – marking the third year of the limited edition super-powerful Camaro with a new exterior design and some new engine options for racers around the country.

Lexus will show new BMW 4 Series fighter RC 350 coupe this month

By John Goreham on November 4, 2013 - 12:37PM

Lexus’ new IS 350 has been beating the BMW 335i in comparisons by leading car magazines lately. Now Lexus is poised to offer a longer, wider coupe called the RC 350 to bring the beat-downs to the new BMW 435i.

Surge in 2014 Lexus IS sports sedan sales defies critics

By John Goreham on November 4, 2013 - 8:21AM

The new Lexus IS 250 and IS 350 have burst out of the gate. Sales have more than doubled and the model is stealing share from BMW, Audi, and Acura.

Three reasons why the Toyota Prius outsells the entire electric car market

By John Goreham on November 4, 2013 - 8:11AM

The Toyota Prius remains the most popular green car choice in America. There are three reasons why this is so, and why it will not change in the coming years.

2014 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive

Mercedes-Benz may be developing a BMW i3 killer

By Denis Flierl on November 4, 2013 - 7:55AM

Mercedes-Benz is about to launch the new 2014 B-Class Electric Drive and a forerunner to challenge the BMW i3.

Brilliant 2014 Subaru Forester will keep the brand number one

By Denis Flierl on November 4, 2013 - 7:49AM

The all-new 2014 Subaru Forester is helping Subaru reach all-time high sales and set new records.

Mazda reports best October sales in 6 years

By Aaron Turpen on November 3, 2013 - 11:04PM

Mazda North America reported October 2013 sales of nearly 20,000 vehicles, a six percent increase over last year, with many models doubling in sales year-on-year.

Nissan profit projections drop despite sales gains, management gets shuffled

By Aaron Turpen on November 3, 2013 - 10:49PM

After posting a dropped profit outlook on Friday, Nissan announced management changes as COO steps down. Growing pains or something worse?

Demand for 2015 Subaru WRX STI could slow global deliveries

By Denis Flierl on November 3, 2013 - 8:01AM

Sales figures for the 2013 Subaru WRX and WRX STI show demand is surging. Will Subaru be able to keep up when they release the new 2015 WRX/STI?

Subaru blows away sales record as new customers flood showrooms

By Denis Flierl on November 3, 2013 - 7:52AM

Subaru reported they have surpassed the previous annual sales record with two months of reporting remaining for the year. Sales of the Forester, BRZ, XV Crosstrek, WRX and WRX STI are hot.

How 2014 Mercedes CLA will help brand overtake rival BMW

By Denis Flierl on November 2, 2013 - 11:07AM

Mercedes-Benz released sales numbers for October and the recently launched 2014 CLA-Class is a real star for the brand. Chief rival BMW is seeing Mercedes closing in fast.

Five reasons why Subaru's first hybrid will be a resounding success

By Denis Flierl on November 2, 2013 - 8:15AM

Subaru announced October sales of 2013 XV Crosstrek and it's selling well. It's a harbinger of the new 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid's success.

The Chevrolet Volt Narrowly Beats the Nissan Leaf in October Sales

By Patrick Rall on November 1, 2013 - 7:59PM

Even though the Chevrolet Volt saw its October sales numbers drop by some 32% from 2012 to 2013, the extended range EV still posted strong enough sales last month to narrowly beat the Nissan Leaf – allowing the Volt to slightly extend its annual sales lead over the all electric Nissan.

The Ford Mustang Beats the Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger in October Sales

By Patrick Rall on November 1, 2013 - 7:07PM

The sales numbers from each of the Detroit automakers are in and for only the third time this year, the Ford Mustang has beaten the Chevrolet Camaro and the Dodge Challenger to claim the monthly sales title for October 2013 – but the Blue Oval-clad pony car still sits well behind the Camaro in the annual sales battle.

GM Recalling 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Over Airbag Risks - Sort Of

By Patrick Rall on November 1, 2013 - 6:20PM

General Motors has issued a recall for a small group of 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Camaro models over a concern that the airbag information sticker on the sun visors could fall off and increase the chances of an injury – possibly earning itself a place among the dumbest recalls of the year.

2013 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL by Aaron Turpen

Nissan U.S. sales jump 14.2% for October, setting record

By Aaron Turpen on November 1, 2013 - 4:11PM

October sales for Nissan USA jumped up from last year's sub-80,000 totals to set a new October sales record for the company.

Chevrolet Camaro is America's Most Stolen Sports Car, Mustang and Challenger Follow

By Patrick Rall on November 1, 2013 - 12:58PM

The National Insurance Crime Bureau has issued its latest report on vehicle theft in the United States and the Chevrolet Camaro is officially the most stolen sports car in America – with the Ford Mustang and Dodge Challenger also being among the most popular vehicles in America with car thieves.

Mitsubishi Motors three new SUV Concepts at Tokyo Motor Show 2013

Three new SUVs point to explosive Mitsubishi future

By Denis Flierl on November 1, 2013 - 12:10PM

Mitsubishi announces three concept SUV world premieres for the 43rd Tokyo Motor Show 2013 on November 20. The brand could be getting ready to explode.

Toyota creates the ultimate triathlon RAV 4

By John Goreham on November 1, 2013 - 12:05PM

For those that take swim, bike, run seriously, there are few better platforms to build a support vehicle on than the 2014 Toyota RAV 4

2014 Mercedes CLA45 AMG blisters the streets of Paris

By Denis Flierl on November 1, 2013 - 10:56AM

Mercedes-Benz took the new all-new 2014 CLA45 AMG to Paris because of their love of high-performance.

Five big reasons 2014 Subaru Forester will stay on top

By Denis Flierl on November 1, 2013 - 7:49AM

The 2014 Subaru Forester just completed a year long treck across five continents proving its all-round SUV capabilities.

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