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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.

2014 Subaru Forester
Subaru Forester stealing sales from Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2014 Subaru Forester is outselling the 2014 Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V and Subaru is having problems keeping up with the demand.
Porsche 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid
Porsche 918 Spyder, a high speed high fuel efficiency supercar for the future
By David Herron on
Porsche's newest plug-in hybrid, the 918 Spyder, which will debut at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, is a no-compromise supercar with the fuel efficiency of a compact car.
The 2015 Audi A3 sedan. Image courtesy of Audi
Will Audi be the next big player in car sharing?
By Don Bain on
Audi may well be the next big player in the car sharing game if the document the DC Auto Geek found online is genuine, referring to a service labeled Audi Access.
Lexus Eco Challenge
Lexus announces 2013 Eco Challenge award worth $500K
By John Goreham on
Lexus' 7th annual Eco Challenge is about to get underway. Students, teachers, and schools can earn up to $30,000 in prizes per winner.
Tesla Model S
What's behind Tesla's masive stock gains in 2013
By David Herron on
Tesla Motors stock has risen over 400% in the last six months, and by market capitalization the company is rivaling the smaller automakers, which raises the question: Why?
2014 Mazda3 in Moscow
Mazda3 Hatchbacks on Hiroshima to Frankfurt tour enter Moscow
By Aaron Turpen on
Eight 2014 Mazda3 cars have made the harrowing journey from Hiroshima, Japan to Moscow, Russia on their way to the Frankfurt Motor Show over a total of 9,300 miles of some of the world's most questionable roads.
Bentley Continental GT S Convertible
Bentley introduces hot new S models for Continental GT range
By Aaron Turpen on
As if the Bentley Continental GT Convertible and Coupe were not beautiful enough, the Crew at Crewe is offering a sportier S model with even more driving excellence.
2014 Nissan LEAF in South Africa
Nissan LEAF to make debut as first electric vehicle in South Africa
By Aaron Turpen on
The 2014 Nissan LEAF will be making its debut at the Johannesburg International Motor Show and will go on sale as the first EV in the country.
The 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan 30th Anniversary Edition
Chrysler, Dodge to Get 30th Anniversary Edition Minivans
By Patrick Rall on
The Chrysler minivan turns 30 years old later this year and to celebrate the vehicles that literally invented the minivan segment – the Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan will both benefit from a new 30th Anniversary Edition packages for 2014.
The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray at the Woodward Dream Cruise
There Could be a Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Hybrid in the Works
By Patrick Rall on
In the early days of the hybrid market, suggesting that General Motors may actually build a Chevrolet Corvette hybrid would have gotten a journalist laughed out of the room but in a recent interview with the LA Times – GM boss Mark Reuss warns us all that we shouldn’t be too quick to laugh at the idea.
2011 Lincoln MKS EcoBoost
Next Generation Lincoln MKS Could Pack Smaller EcoBoost, 9-Speed Transmission
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company is expected to roll out the next generation Lincoln MKS within the next couple of years and when the new Ford luxury flagship arrives – it may feature a new EcoBoost V6 and a 9-speed automatic transmission that could make it one of the most efficient non-hybrid luxury cars on the market.
Jaguar C-X17 sport utility vehicle
Jaguar C-X17 SUV image revealed ahead of German auto show
By John Goreham on
Yes, you read that correctly. Jaguar has released the image below in advance of the unveiling of its new C-X17 design concept. Is Jaguar going to follow the Porsche survival guide?
2014 Honda Odyssey Top Safety Pick+
2014 Honda Odyssey first minivan with Top Safety Pick+ rating
By John Goreham on
Honda boldly asked the IIHS to test its new van. It has now joined a very short list of vehicles that have earned the highest possible safety rating.
2015 Mercedes GLA45 AMG
2015 Mercedes GLA45 AMG seen testing at Nurburgring
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA hasn’t even been officially unveiled and a new GLA45 AMG and A45 AMG Black Series were seen testing at Nurburgring.
2014 Subaru Forester
Subaru expands 2014 Forester into largest auto market in the world
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru already introduced the 2014 Forester and 2013 BRZ into China but will partner with Pangda Automobile Trade Co., Ltd and expand its global reach farther into China.
The 2014 Dodge Dart GT
Dodge Dart GT Engine Standard for More Models in 2014
By Patrick Rall on
The Chrysler Group has announced that the 2014 Dodge Dart will have several models featuring the performance tuned engine from the 2013 Dart GT - bringing improved performance to the majority of the packages for the new model year.
Cadillac VSport
More Cadillac VSport Models Coming
By Patrick Rall on
Earlier this week, a General Motors executive stated that there will likely be new Cadillac VSport models coming in the near future and while no details were offered on which current Caddys could get a VSport model – we can make some guesses as to what we could see in the next year or so.
Durheimer and the Bentley SUV
Former Bentley CEO and head of Audi R&D leaving VW Group
By Aaron Turpen on
Wolfgang Duerheimer has had a checkered role at the VW Group for years, moving from office to office repeatedly. Now, reports say that the former Bentley CEO is leaving for good.
Ford Recalls 370k Sedans Over Steering Failure Risks
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company has announced that it will recall over 370,000 large sedans including the Ford Crown Victoria, the Mercury Grand Marquis and the Lincoln Town Car over a concern that a portion of the steering assembly could rust to the point that it fails – making it impossible to steer the big sedan.
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid launching with new ECU from Tata Elxsi
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid is about to launch and it's getting a new ECU from Tata Elxsi, a Tata group company.
2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2014 Mercedes S-Class gets shod with new rubber [video]
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is being called the best automobile in the world. It’s getting a new premium tire from South Korea’s Hankook Tire.
Mitsubishi 2014 Outlander Sport Winter and Summer Editions
Mitsubishi creates 2014 Outlander Sport Winter and Summer Editions
By Denis Flierl on
Mitsubishi and the H360 Group have teamed up to create a pair of custom 2014 Outlander sport-utility vehicles designed for today's active professionals.
Tesla Motors stock price since March 2013
Some top investors scared to short-sell Tesla Motors stock
By David Herron on
DoubleLine Capital's Jeffrey Gundlach said it wasn't a good idea to short-sell TSLA even though the gains look irrationally excessive
Nissan Juke NISMO
Juke NISMO sales leading overall NISMO awesomeness
By Aaron Turpen on
Nissan's NISMO models, lead by the Juke NISMO, are gaining ground as some of the most sought-after model options as the company's racing and performance brand gains popularity.
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class
3 new features to look for on the 2015 Mercedes GLA [video]
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class is just about to be officially unveiled in Frankfurt. It will come with 3 standard features not normally found in this segment.
Tesla Supercharger stations in Europe
Tesla covers 90% of Norweigians with Supercharger availability
By David Herron on
Norway is the first European country to get Supercharger installations, as Tesla begins sales of the Model S in Europe.
Nissan and Tesla
Nissan's sale of ZEV credits may affect Tesla's bottom line
By David Herron on
Nissan is earning enough zero emission vehicle sales credits to have excess credits to sell, potentially affecting the revenue Tesla Motors earns from their ZEV credit sales.
The 2015 GMC Canyon and Chevy Colorado
2016 GMC Canyon, Chevrolet Colorado Likely to Pack Duramax Diesel Power
By Patrick Rall on
According to insider sources speaking with the folks from Automotive News, the next generation GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado midsized pickups are likely to feature small, efficient diesel engines in the not-so-distant future.
The 3.6L Pentastar V6
Chrysler Introduces New 3.0L Pentastar V6 in China for Jeep Wrangler, Grand Cherokee
By Patrick Rall on
Today at the Chengdu Motor Show in China, the Chrysler Group introduced the new 3.0L Pentastar V6 that is headed for the 2014 Jeep lineup and with the debut of this new engine – all Chrysler V6 powered vehicles in the world are packing Pentastar power.
Audi bringing new hook to International Motor Show in Frankfurt
By Don Bain on
Audi is well know for the auto show exhibits it produces via escapades like converting the open central square of the Frankfurt convention center into a temporary building in 2011.
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