Torque Report Staff
Mazda will electrify all models after 2030, first EV in 2019
Several automakers are working on adding electrified powertrains to their lineups, which will also include Mazda, but don't expect it to happen anytime soon. Last month Mazda still showed some faith in the combustion engine, but tightening global emission regulations will see Mazda add electrification to all its models after 2030. Kyodo News is reporting that after 2030 Mazda will...
Nissan confirms a new Frontier is in the works
With the upcoming re-introduction of the Ford Ranger to the U.S. market and the recent success of the Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon, we've been wondering what Nissan is going to do with the Frontier. Nissan has now confirmed that it is working on the next-generation Nissan Frontier for the U.S. market. The current Frontier has been on the market...
2019 Volvo XC40 gets an early reveal!
Volvo will finally unveil the compact XC40 crossover next week, but thanks to Volvo Hungary we have an early look at the Volvo XC40. Earlier today, Volvo released a teaser video of the new XC40, but its Hungary division accidentally posted a different version of the video, which fully reveals the XC40. At first glance, the XC40 doesn't differ that much...
CSR Racing 2 celebrates Ferrari’s 70th anniversary
Zynga has announced the launch of the Ferrari 70th anniversary lineup in CSR Racing 2. Starting today, players can get behind the virtual wheel of a six special Ferrari models to celebrate Ferrari's 70th anniversary. CSR2 features six special Ferrari models in honor of Ferrari's anniversary, which will be rolled out from now until February 2018. The special anniversary Ferrari...
2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure priced at $28,695
Toyota is introducing a new Adventure model for the 2018 Toyota RAV4 lineup. The 2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure slots in between the XLE and SE and starts at $28,695. The RAV4 Adventure adds fender flares, 18-inch five-spoke black alloy wheels, unique gray lower valance panels and rocker panel guards, black headlight bezels, black fog lamp surround and roof rails. The...
The most expensive 2018 Nissan Leaf starts at $37,085
Nissan has released all the pricing details for the second-generation 2018 Nissan Leaf, which debuted just over a week ago. The 2018 Leaf will be offered in S, SV and SL trim levels, with the base Leaf S starting at $30,875 with the destination fees. Although the new Leaf has a 40 percent longer driving range at 150 miles and...
VW to reveal electric flagship sedan at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show
Volkswagen has already given us a preview of three of its next-generation electric cars, but it isn't stopping there. VW has now confirmed that an electric flagship sedan concept under the I.D. family is going to debut early next year at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show. “MEB is quite flexible and you will be probably be surprised. It’s an improved...
Toyota C-HR Hy-Power concept previews a sportier hybrid
Toyota has unveiled the Toyota C-HR Hy-Power hybrid concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show, which is a preview of a new lineup of "high-performance" hybrid models that Toyota is planning. Based on the C-HR, the concept gets a slightly more aggressive exterior with an orange and silver theme, but the bigger news is what's under the hood. As a preview...
Lamborghini Urus SUV will finally debut on December 4
Lamborghini has announced that it is finally going to reveal the Lamborghini Urus SUV on December 4. The Lamborghini Urus will reportedly be powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.0L V8 with around 650 horsepower. The Lamborghini Urus will be based on VW Group's MLB platform, which is also used for the Audi Q7 and Bentley Bentayga. Even though it will share...
Honda will electrify every model in Europe
Honda has unveiled two new electrified cars at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show. The first is the Honda CR-V Hybrid, which is the first ever hybrid version of the popular SUV and the second is the Honda Urban EV concept, which previews a future electric car. At the debut for both vehicles, Honda also confirmed plans to electrify its...
