Torque Report Staff
Hyundai may build a high-performance truck
Two months ago Hyundai confirmed plans to introduce a new pickup truck, which will take inspiration from the Santa Cruz concept that debuted in 2015. Hyundai hasn't announced all the production details, but reports have surfaced that a high-performance truck is also possible, although it's doubtful that the U.S. will get it. Andrew Tuitahi, Hyundai Australia’s head of product planning...
2018 VW Jetta gets trim updates and starts at $19,495
Volkswagen has announced the changes to the 2018 VW Jetta, which gets some trim updates and a new Wolfsburg Edition. The 2018 Jetta will be available in six trim levels: Jetta S, Wolfsburg Edition, SE, SE Sport, SEL and GLI. The base Jetta S now has standard 16-inch alloy wheels and new chrome grille. If you step up to the...
2019 Hyundai Kona EV will debut in Geneva
Hyundai is getting ready to unveil its next electric car, the fully-electric Hyundai Kona SUV. It's being reported that the 2019 Hyundai Kona EV will debut in a few months at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show in March. The electric Kona will have a driving range around 240 miles, which is more impressive than the current Ioniq EV. The Kona...
VW Scirocco drives off into the sunset
Well that's it, Volkswagen has stopped production of the Volkswagen Scirocco. While VW didn't make a formal announcement, it posted on its German website, “The Scirocco cannot be ordered with individual specifications anymore. But you can purchase vehicles already built." When the current generation Scirocco debuted back in 2008 we hoped that VW would bring it to the United States,...
2018 Ford EcoSport production moves to Romania
Ford has announced that it has started building the small 2018 Ford EcoSport crossover in Romania to meet growing demand in Europe. Ford decided to move production to its plant Craiova, Romania from its plant in Chennai, India to keep up with the demand for the EcoSport, which is going to be sold in 56 markets, including the United...
Next-generation Land Rover Defender may get electrified
Land Rover is currently working on the next-generation Land Rover Defender, which will be offered in the United States. Land Rover hasn't revealed many details about the new Defender, but there's a chance that it could be offered with an electrified powertrain. Jaguar Land Rover recently announced plans to electrify its entire lineup by 2020 and that probably also includes...
2018 Volvo XC60 earns Top Safety Pick+ Rating
This one shouldn't be a surprise, but the 2018 Volvo XC60 has earned the highest possible safety rating from the IIHS - Top Safety Pick+. To earn the Top Safety Pick+ award, a vehicle must have good ratings in all five IIHS crashworthiness tests — small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraints. Plus an advanced...
Nissan celebrates Gran Turismo Sport with remote-controlled GT-R
To celebrate the release of Gran Turismo Sport and its involvement with the Gran Turismo series, Nissan has created a one-off remote-controlled GT-R, dubbed the Nissan GT-R /C. The unique GT-R was modified so that it can be completely controlled by a DualShock 4 controller. The modifications include the addition of four robots that operate the steering, transmission, brakes and...
2018 BMW X5 and X6 special editions debut
BMW has unveiled new special edition versions of the 2018 X5 and X6 SUVs - the BMW X5 Special Edition and BMW X6 M Sport Edition. The BMW X5 Special Edition features the M Sport package with Dakota leather trim with heated seats for the driver and front passenger. Buyers can choose a Alcantara black leather seats instead with M...
Porsche launches on-demand subscription program for $2,000 a month
Can't decide which Porsche you want to buy? Well now you don't have to, since Porsche has announced the Porsche Passport subscription service, which gives you access to up 22 models for a monthly subscription fee. The program takes the hassle out of buying a car and is similar to what Volvo is offering with its new XC40 crossover. The...
