Torque Report Staff
2019 McLaren BP23 will be ‘the fastest ever McLaren’
McLaren has released the first photos of the next model from the McLaren Ultimate Series, which is codenamed the McLaren BP23. The BP23 is based on the 720S, but the most exciting detail is that McLaren says that it will be “the fastest ever McLaren.” The BP23 is powered by a hybrid powertrain and will have a 1+2 seating layout,...
BMW 8 Series confirmed for production in 2018
It's only been a few months since BMW unveiled the 8 Series concept, but BMW is moving fast. BMW has now confirmed that the BMW 8 Series will enter production in 2018. The 2019 BMW 8 Series will go head-to-head with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe when it arrives. It's also being reported that BMW is going to introduce convertible and...
Audi to compete in Formula E with Audi e-tron FE04
Audi has unveiled its first entry for the all-electric Formula E race, which will compete in the 2017/2018 season. The Audi e-tron FE04 is covered in new livery featuring white, metallic green and black, which is a departure from the previous red, yellow, and green livery. “After nearly 40 years of being successfully active in motorsport on the highest level,...
Jaguar gets a new naming convention
Audi recently announced a new naming convention for its lineup, which starts with the new A8, but it's utterly confusing. Now Jaguar is getting ready to launch a new naming convention for its models, but unlike Audi, it should be a little easier for buyers to understand. An Auto Express reader recently spotted a Jaguar F-Type with a new badge,...
Ford trademarks Nautilus name, but for what?
Ford has reportedly filed a new trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office for something called the "Nautilus" but we don't exactly know what it could be used for. The Nautilus name suggests that a new Ford model is in the works, but with its nautical themed name, what could Ford use it for? A nautilus is a...
Toyota will build hybrid powertrains in the U.S. by 2020
Toyota has announced that it will start producing hybrid powertrains in the United States starting in 2020. To build the hybrid powertrains in the U.S., Toyota will invest $373.8 million in five U.S. manufacturing plants. The investments will include adding new production of hybrid transmissions in Buffalo, West Virginia, expanding 2.5-liter engine capacity in Georgetown, Kentucky, increasing production of 2.5-liter...
2018 Nissan Altima priced at $24,025
Nissan has announced the updates and pricing for the 2018 Nissan Altima, which is already on sale, starting at $24,025. The updates are small to the 2018 Altima. For the 2018 model year, all Altima models come with Automatic Emergency Braking and Intelligent Forward Collision Warning standard. In addition, the top of the lineup Altima 3.5 SL receives standard...
Next-Gen Mercedes-Benz Sprinter teased
Mercedes-Benz has released a teaser sketch of the next-generation Sprinter commercial van, which is going to arrive in the first half of 2018. The van was teased at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta. The new Sprinter will get a more stylish exterior with a new design that embodies emotion and intelligence. Mercedes-Benz describes the new Sprinter's face...
Subaru Viziv Performance concept could hint at the next WRX
Subaru has a long list of debuts planned for the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show next month. In addition to the S208 and the BRZ STI Sport, Subaru is also going to reveal the Viziv Performance concept at the show. According to Subaru, the Viziv concept "is a sports sedan concept model that embodies the brand’s vision for the future of...
Subaru BRZ STI Sport to debut in Tokyo
In addition to the S208, Subaru is also bringing the new BRZ STI Sport to the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show next month. The special edition BRZ gets improvements to its suspension and a few upgrades to the interior and exterior. "To draw out the maximum potential of the BRZ and take its excellent handling stability and wonderful driving comfort to...
