Automotive News (Page 862)

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.

Travis Pastrana returns to driving a 2014 Subaru WRX STI at the 100 Acre Wood

Q&A with Travis Pastrana on his return to driving 2014 WRX STI

By Denis Flierl on February 12, 2014 - 7:20AM

Travis Pastrana returns to driving a 2014 Subaru WRX STI at the 100 Acre Wood, the second round of the Rally America National Championship. Here’s a Q&A with Rally America.

A Final Update on the Stolen and Wrecked Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 in Delaware

By Patrick Rall on February 11, 2014 - 7:52PM

In the middle of last month we brought you the story of a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 that was stolen by a dealership employee and wrecked – leaving the owners and customers of the dealership without their high performance GM muscle car but the family has since received their new Camaro ZL1 as a replacement with some special features making this Camaro even more rare and more valuable than the car that was totaled.

Tesla decries special interest group legislation, asks for same

By John Goreham on February 11, 2014 - 1:39PM

America loves an underdog. Right up until it doesn’t. Why Tesla should tread lightly regarding its direct sales model.

Gut check time for Tesla shareholders

By John Goreham on February 11, 2014 - 9:13AM

Tesla stock hit a record high this week and Q4 financial reports are due any day. Sell or hold?

Hyundai includes Aha Radio in 2015 Genesis

In an Aha Moment, Hyundai Genesis Gets Cool Radio Option

By Keith Griffin on February 11, 2014 - 7:24AM

Hyundai, an early automotive leader in the connected entertainment world, has taken a bold step with the inclusion of Aha Radio in the 2015 Hyundai Genesis sedan introduced at the Detroit Auto Show.

Honda plagued by successive Fit and Vezel Hybrid recalls

By Parks McCants on February 11, 2014 - 2:03AM

Despite holding some of the highest quality manufacturing standards on the planet, Honda Motor Co., ltd. has called for a voluntary recall of all Fit Hybrid and Vezel Hybrid vehicles manufactured in Japan between Jan. 2014 and Feb. 2014.

Nissan GT-R destroyed during race at Bathurst

By Aaron Turpen on February 10, 2014 - 11:48PM

The NISMO Athlete Global Team crashed out of the 2014 Bathurst 12 Hour in New South Wales at Mount Panorama. The #32 GT-R NISMO GT3 made heavy impact and was totaled.

Richard Petty: Danica Will Only Win a Race if No One Else is Racing - and He's Probably Right

By Patrick Rall on February 10, 2014 - 7:14PM

Danica Patrick has made big news by becoming the first woman to race regularly on the NASCAR Sprint Cup circuit but Richard Petty (NASCAR’s winningest driver of all time) doesn’t think that Danica will ever win a race – unless she is the only driver in the race.

One More Reason to Love the 2015 Corvette Z06 - It Might Keep Joe Biden from Running for President

By Patrick Rall on February 10, 2014 - 2:07PM

When the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 debuted recently in Detroit there were plenty of reasons to love this new American supercar but some politically minded citizens will have one more reason to love the Z06 – current Vice President Joe Biden commented that being able to drive is was a reason to not run for President of the United States.

2015 Ford F150 First Half Ton Lineup with Factory Snow Plow Prep

By Patrick Rall on February 10, 2014 - 1:09PM

Ford Motor Company has announced that when the 2015 Ford F150 hits dealerships, buyers will be able to order a factory snow plow prep package in regular cab, SuperCab and SuperCrew configurations – making the next generation F150 the only half ton truck sold in America with a snow plow option across its entire lineup.

Mazda celebrates the MX-5 Miata turning 25 with special tribute

By John Goreham on February 10, 2014 - 12:19PM

Mazda has created a website to celebrate a quarter century of the world’s favorite drop-top. Any Miata fan will want to check it out.

Five safety features on 2015 Subaru Legacy buyers can’t ignore

Five safety features on 2015 Subaru Legacy buyers don't want to miss

By Denis Flierl on February 10, 2014 - 8:41AM

Subaru introduces the all-new 2015 Legacy sedan with a multitude of safety features buyers can’t ignore.

2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0 Diesel is green

2014 Forester and XV 2.0-liter diesels are green, but why not in U.S.?

By Denis Flierl on February 10, 2014 - 7:47AM

There’s good news for 2014 Subaru Forester and XV Crosstrek 2.0-liter diesel fans in the UK. They are in the top 10 in the Green Car Guide for 4x4's.

2015 Subaru Legacy offers key feature other top sedans don’t

By Denis Flierl on February 9, 2014 - 7:08AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru Legacy excels in one key area where the other leading mid-size sedans don’t even offer it.

2015 Mercedes GLA is already creating buzz in New York

How Mercedes uses fashion to create buzz for new GLA-Class

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

The all-new 205 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is already creating a buzz in New York. How is Mercedes using the trend-setting fashion industry to do it?

Subaru drops two significant fixtures on 2015 Legacy to get 36 mpg

By Denis Flierl on February 8, 2014 - 7:55AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru Legacy drops the manual and five-speed automatic and gets a new CVT transmission and now gets 36 mpg.

Nissan LEAF still best-selling electric car in the UK

By Aaron Turpen on February 8, 2014 - 12:36AM

Although we tend to focus a lot on American sales of electric vehicles like the LEAF, it's also a popular car in Europe and leads the pack in sales in the United Kingdom.

2014 Honda Insight most affordable hybrid at Chicago Auto Show

By Parks McCants on February 7, 2014 - 9:23PM

Amid industry-wide speculation of this hybrid’s exit from the Honda lineup, Insight makes an appearance at the Chicago Auto Show. Torque News takes a closer look at the original and least expensive hybrid car in North America.

What’s new for the 2015 Subaru Legacy sedan [video]

By Denis Flierl on February 7, 2014 - 8:45AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru Legacy has been unveiled at Chicago Auto Show 2014. What’s new on the new 25th anniversary sedan?

Subaru improves WRX STI Global RallyCross team and cars for 2014

By Denis Flierl on February 7, 2014 - 7:27AM

Subaru has confirmed their return to the Global RallyCross Championship (GRC) for the 2014 season. They improve both drivers and the 2014 Subaru WRX STI cars.

New Dodge Challenger, Charger and Chrysler 300C

SRT Introduces New Satin Vapor Edition for the Challenger, Charger and 300C in Chicago

By Patrick Rall on February 6, 2014 - 5:32PM

As the 2014 Chicago Auto Show opened this morning in the Windy City, the new Satin Vapor Edition of the Dodge Challenger SRT, Dodge Charger SRT and the Chrysler 300C SRT arrive with a sharp exterior look for those who want some uniqueness from their Mopar muscle car.

The Black Widow Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

New Captain American Movie to Feature the C7 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

By Patrick Rall on February 6, 2014 - 2:53PM

General Motors has just announced that the new C7 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray will be featured in the upcoming action adventure movie Captain America: The Winter Soldier with as the slick ride of Scarlett Johansson – serving as the first major movie role for the 2014 (or ’15) Corvette Stingray.

Toyota dominates in Consumer Reports Survey, but Tesla steals the show

By John Goreham on February 6, 2014 - 2:29PM

Toyota simply owns this new brand perception survey, but Tesla grabs the trophy like Kanye. Here's the scoop.

Special Edition Toyota Camry Hybrid SE adds to evidence of 2015 model update

By John Goreham on February 6, 2014 - 12:21PM

This new Toyota Camry hybrid SE limited edition could be more evidence of a 2015 Camry redesign.

Massive Global RallyCross News: Tanner Foust and Scott Speed Leave Ford for VW

By Patrick Rall on February 6, 2014 - 10:19AM

Ford Racing’s RallyCross program took another huge hit this morning when it was announced that 2-time GRC champion Tanner Foust was leaving Ford to race in an Andretti Autosport Volkswagen Polo for the 2014 Global RallyCross season. Whoa is right.

Lexus brand rated best in cost of ownership

By John Goreham on February 6, 2014 - 9:06AM

Kelly Blue Book awards Lexus the best luxury brand rating for 5 year cost to own

Subaru encourages WRX/STI owners to be involved in motorsports

By Denis Flierl on February 6, 2014 - 8:34AM

Subaru is offering an incentive for WRX/STI owners to be involved in the Targa Newfoundland International Rally 2014.

2015 WRX STI makes Canadian premiere alongside its Rally roots

By Denis Flierl on February 6, 2014 - 7:37AM

The Canadian International Auto Show 2014 is coming and the all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI will make its Canadian premiere.

Nissan creates Google Maps-based virtual detour drive with 2014 Rogue

By Aaron Turpen on February 6, 2014 - 12:30AM

The 2014 Nissan Rogue can now be virtually driven on the Nissan website on what the automaker is calling a "cinematic detour". Check it out!

Accord not first Honda investigated for faulty airbag system

By Parks McCants on February 5, 2014 - 8:40PM

In the wake of Tuesday' news that the Honda Accord is being investigated for premature airbag deployment, Torque News looks further into allegations of Honda safety and quality problems.

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