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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.

Auto Glass and Inflated Towing Claims On the Increase
By Keith Griffin on December 8, 2010 - 5:01PM
Thieves are always looking for an easy way to make a buck. The latest trend is auto glass and inflated towing claims, according to a report issued by the National Insurance Crime Bureau.
BMW shows off their new 1-series M Coupe
By Patrick Rall on December 8, 2010 - 4:43PM
The upcoming BMW 1-Series M Coupe is one of the most anticipated performance BMWs in years and it will make its grand debut next month at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show. Luckily, BMW is as eager to show it off as we are to see it and today they posted a commercial-esque video on YouTube giving us our best look yet at the new trimline.
Aston Martin One-77 supercar almost sold out
By Patrick Rall on December 8, 2010 - 4:01PM
Aston Martin shook up the supercar world when they rolled out their super exclusive, ultra powerful One-77 with a price tag of roughly $1.87 million but over the course of the past year, 60 of the 77 examples being produced are already spoken for.
General Motors developing hydrogen infrastructure in Hawaii
By Patrick Rall on December 8, 2010 - 1:55PM
General Motors announced today that with help from various Hawaiian companies, agencies universities and The Gas Company (one of the state’s largest utility providers), the company will make strides to secure the hydrogen infrastructure by the year 2015.
Ford Escape and Kuga replacement Concept to debut at 2011 Detroit Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on December 8, 2010 - 12:59PM
Ford will debut a new crossover concept in near-production form next month at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show and while the name is not yet known, this Ford Focus-based crossover will likely fit under the One Ford plan, replacing the Escape in North America and the Kuga in other markets.
Ward's names their 10 best engines for 2011
By Patrick Rall on December 8, 2010 - 11:41AM
Ward’s Auto has named their top 10 engines for the 2011 model year and while the list is dominated by European models, American automakers took home a few acclamations for engines that are vital to the success of those companies.
GM Robonaut 2 the Most Human-Like Robot Ever
By Keith Griffin on December 8, 2010 - 11:07AM
GM says it Robonaut 2 that will fly to the Space Station in February is the most human-like robot ever. Human autoworkers should be concerned.
BMW Aims To Stay in Front with Sales Pace
By Keith Griffin on December 8, 2010 - 9:18AM
Germany’s three main luxury marques (Mercedes, BMW and Audi) are engaged in a feverish sales battle to see who attains world market dominance.
Hyundai may split, make new luxury brand
By Jeffrey Zygmont on December 8, 2010 - 8:42AM
Hyundai has gone public with plans to possibly create a new luxury auto brand in the U.S., splitting its operations and perhaps even establishing an entirely new dealer body to carry its premium models. According to reports in the business press, Hyundai might call the new division Genesis, taking the name from its Genesis luxury sedan launched in 2008. In addition to the Genesis and the new Hyundai Equus, future luxury models could follow the creation of the new division.
Is a hydrogen and internal combustion engine marriage in your future?
By Frank Sherosky on December 7, 2010 - 11:34PM
Not all follow-ups to news releases communicate proper emphasis, especially when it comes to Detroit and its technologies. Case in point is the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) media release on its website, which showcased a hydrogen-powered bus as representative of advance vehicle technologies. Deemphasized by most in the follow-up automotive press was the fact that the engine was internal combustion, not a fuel cell.
Rare 1957 Supercharged Thunderbird Fetches Top Dollar
By Keith Griffin on December 7, 2010 - 9:43PM
A 53-year old American classic beat all contenders at the Meclum Kansas City Auction that grossed more than $9.3 million in sales of high-quality classics and muscle cars.
Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Conference and Expo goes to Washington
By Frank Sherosky on December 7, 2010 - 8:18PM
If you are in any way affiliated or simply want to know more about the North American hydrogen and fuel cell market, the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Conference & Expo is considered a "must do" event! It is touted as the place where partnerships are formed, deals are made, and new hydrogen technologies are introduced. This year’s event returns to Washington, D.C. and runs February 13 - 16.
The 2012 Saab 9-4x to start at just $34,205
By Patrick Rall on December 7, 2010 - 6:20PM
The 2012 Saab 9-4x is expected to hit US showrooms in May of 2011, joining the new 9-5 sedan as the Spyker-owned Swedish automaker prepares to build a reputation for itself without the aid of General Motors and when the new crossover reaches showrooms, it will start at just $34,205.
Indian automaker Tata looking to hire hundreds in Detroit by January 3, 2011
By Patrick Rall on December 7, 2010 - 5:24PM
Tata Motors is based out of India and among their huge global product lineup is their semi-popular Tata Nano – the cheapest (least expensive) car in the world today. This past weekend Tato Technologies, a subsidiary of Tata Motors, announced that they would be hiring 400 engineers at its Novi, Michigan US headquarters with hopes of filling these positions by January 3rd, 2011.
Silver and Black Most Popular Car Colors
By Keith Griffin on December 7, 2010 - 4:46PM
The Burl Ives’ classic “Silver and Gold” is popular at the holidays, but when it comes to car colors, silver and black are the most popular choices in the world with white a distant third – and gold, ironically, comes in last.
Production begins for the 2012 Ford Focus
By Patrick Rall on December 7, 2010 - 2:02PM
The 2012 Ford Focus is the first vehicle marketed worldwide under the company’s “One Ford” plan and yesterday in Ford’s Saarlouis Assembly Plant in South-West Germany, production of the 2012 Focus got underway.
Launch of new Vehicle Electrification website expands SAE and helps auto industry
By Frank Sherosky on December 7, 2010 - 1:16PM
SAE International is already a repository for automotive technology and standards information. Now it has gone one step further by expanding communication of its knowledge base with the creation and launch of its new Vehicle Electrification website, ev.sae.org
Volvo recalls 7,420 vehicles over faulty seat risks
By Patrick Rall on December 7, 2010 - 9:36AM
The NHTSA is reporting that Volvo will recall 7,420 vehicles for a manufacturing error that may allow the passenger-front seat to travel too far forward; increasing the risk of injury in the event of an accident.
Compact Cars are Roomier, Heavier, More Fuel Efficient
By Keith Griffin on December 7, 2010 - 6:43AM
Time was that compact cars were just what their names implied, but new research shows them to be roomier, heavier, and more fuel efficient, which fits in with the growing waistline of Americans.
Center for Automotive Research to host breakfast seminar in Ypsilanti
By Frank Sherosky on December 7, 2010 - 12:38AM
Fast forward to the years 2020 - 2025, then consider what new technological advances will be needed to empower the auto industry to meet the recently proposed EPA and NHTSA mandates, perhaps as much as 62 m.p.g. for new vehicles.
Hyundai, Kia, Subaru first to top pre-recession sales
By Jeffrey Zygmont on December 6, 2010 - 4:53PM
The two American car brands with Korean roots – Hyundai Motor America and Kia Motors America – have already set all-time annual sales records, with one month still remaining before the year ends. Similarly, Japan-based Subaru of America closed November with an 11-month sales total that tops its previous 12-month record. The trio becomes the first U.S. auto retailers to fully recover from the car market's big contraction that began in 2008.
Porsche to take on the 2011 Detroit Auto Show with new supercar
By Patrick Rall on December 6, 2010 - 4:03PM
Porsche has been absent from the Detroit Auto Show over the past few years, stating that it wasn’t an ideal audience for their vehicles but when the 2011 Detroit show begins next month, the German automaker will be back with a “spectacular” new supercar concept.
Scuderi Engine returning in 2011 to SAE World Congress in Detroit
By Frank Sherosky on December 6, 2010 - 1:18PM
Scuderi Engine, the inventors and developers of the Scuderi split cycle engine technology, will be returning to the SAE World Congress to be held in Detroit in 2011. Last year they were awarded as "Industry Innovator."
Maserati Wins Another World Championship
By Keith Griffin on December 6, 2010 - 11:53AM
Maserati continues to add to its roster of victories with the capture of the FIA GT World Championship with its fifth drivers’ title and sixth team’s title in six seasons of racing for the Maserati MC12.
Honda CR-Z Will Offer Turbo Engine
By Keith Griffin on December 6, 2010 - 11:14AM
The Honda CR-Z, a hybrid that attempted to be sporty, but didn’t get great fuel economy and wasn’t all that zippy, is slated to receive an all-new, turbocharged four-cylinder engine to make it both sporty and fuel efficient.
Fiat Looks Best When Artists Paint It
By Keith Griffin on December 6, 2010 - 9:22AM
Two art students and a professor actually managed to turn the Fiat 500 into a work of art by skillfully applying their paint brushes to the exterior at this past weekend’s Exhibitalia event at Art Basel, Miami Beach, Fla.
Honda Losing Its Way at a Bad Time
By Keith Griffin on December 6, 2010 - 7:02AM
Honda should be having a better year with Toyota down but appears to be losing its way in spite of claims from the company that everything is going just fine.
Chevrolet Equinox Sells Fast But Loses Money
By Keith Griffin on December 5, 2010 - 11:10PM
The Chevrolet Equinox is the fastest selling compact crossover but they are being sold, on average, for hundreds below invoice.
Former Saturn employees meet for 9th annual reunion
By Frank Sherosky on December 5, 2010 - 9:51PM
Indeed Saturn was a different kind of car and a different kind of company, because of the mission and philosophy ingrained in its workforce.
GM may be challenged to find 1000 design engineers
By Frank Sherosky on December 5, 2010 - 9:46PM
Unemployment may be high in Detroit, but so is the need for proficient CAD designers to complement its automotive engineering expertise.
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