Automotive News (Page 1003)

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.

BMW driving game Auto Club Revolution hints at 1-Series M Coupe future

By John Goreham on April 24, 2012 - 1:24PM

BMW releasing a virtual driving game called Auto Club Revolution which allows users to configure their own BMW 1-Series M Coupe for on-line gaming

The Cadillac XTS to be built in China

By Patrick Rall on April 24, 2012 - 12:16PM

General Motors has used the start of the 2012 Beijing Motor Show to introduce the new Cadillac XTS to the Chinese market and when production begins for the booming Chinese auto industry later this year, the high end Caddy sedans destined for sale in China will also be built in China.

Visit to Chinese-owned Volvo by China's PM Wen Jiabo highlights international trend in auto market

By John Goreham on April 24, 2012 - 8:43AM

People's Republic of China's Prime Minister, Wen Jiabo, visited Chinese-owned Volvo today highlighting just how global the automotive market has become and how seriously China takes manufacturing of cars for the international marketplace

Honda C and S Concepts introduced in Beijing, possible global sales for S

By Aaron Turpen on April 24, 2012 - 5:04AM

The new Honda C and Honda S concepts debuted at the Beijing Auto Show with promises of the S going global as direct competition for the Toyota Prius v hybrid hatchback.

Mercedes-Benz Concept Style Coupe kinetic headlight

Mercedes-Benz Concept Style Coupe storms LA before Beijing

By Aaron Turpen on April 24, 2012 - 4:26AM

With its cool "kinetic lights" the Mercedes Concept Style Coupe was in an event hosted by the Beastie Boys' Mike D before heading off to Beijing.

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 04: A 1961 Series 1 E-Type on display at STK for Jaguar's C

Jaguar bringing new turbocharged I-4, supercharged V6 engines to market

By Don Bain on April 23, 2012 - 10:24PM

Jaguar will soon bring two new forced-induction engines to the global market: a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 plus a turbocharged 2.0-liter I-4 as optional choices on a number of future Jaguar models.

Old Spice Introduces New Concept Vehicle

By Keith Griffin on April 23, 2012 - 7:59PM

Old Spice is out with an environmentally response sports car as part of a new marketing campaign called Believe in Your Smellf.

Dodge Dart debuts in Beijing as the Fiat Viaggio

By Patrick Rall on April 23, 2012 - 7:48PM

The new Dodge Dart made its global debut today at the 2012 Beijing Motor Show but unlike those sporty c-segment sedans sold in the US – the car that debuted in China today sports a unique design and the name of the Fiat Viaggio.

BMW Leasing Becomes a Little More Worry Free

By Keith Griffin on April 23, 2012 - 7:26PM

Leasing a BMW or Mini has become a little more worry free thanks to a new offering from the German automaker.

The new Ferrari F70 V12 KERS hybrid engine

Ferrari details the new V12 hybrid drivetrain for the Enzo replacement

By Patrick Rall on April 23, 2012 - 5:47PM

The opening of the 2012 Beijing Motor Show brought the Chinese market the formal introduction of the new F12 Berlinetta but more importantly for the rest of the world – Ferrari published a three and a half minute video offering some information on the upcoming Ferrari slated to stand as the top of the line supercar, currently known as the F70.

BMW i8 Spyder debuts with eDrive technology in Beijing

By Patrick Rall on April 23, 2012 - 4:47PM

The Beijing Motor Show (better known as Auto China) opened today and among the big debuts was the formal introduction of the new BMW i8 Spyder and with it - announcing the new eDrive name given to the through the road hybrid drivetrain found in these sporty European super-hybrids.

2012 PHEV Ram Pickup and 2012 PHEV Town and Country minivan

Chrysler deploying plug-in hybrid minivans in Yuma AZ, and other cities around the country

By David Herron on April 23, 2012 - 3:51PM

The deployment of Chrysler plug-in hybrid Town & Country minivans is part of a larger project deploying not only the PHEV minivans, but PHEV Ram 1500 pickups, in cities around the country, to collect usage data for further product development.

Jeep Wrangler Dragon concept breathes fire in Beijing

By Denis Flierl on April 23, 2012 - 2:52PM

Jeep Wrangler “Dragon” Design Concept is unveiled at the 2012 Beijing International Auto Show.

The 600hp Lamborghini Urus SUV debuts in Beijing

By Patrick Rall on April 23, 2012 - 11:23AM

Last week we got our first look at the new Lamborghini sport utility vehicle, dubbed the Urus, and with the debut of the Urus at the Beijing Motor Show – we have more information on what will very likely be the highest performance SUV on the market when it arrives in 2015.

World EV speed record New York to Los Angeles

Racing from NY to LA with Electric Cars Rediscovering The Fun Of Traveling

By Nicolas Zart on April 23, 2012 - 10:48AM

We've known that coast to cost driving with in an electric car is possible for some time now with high-end performance electric cars, such as the Tesla Roadster, but thanks to Men’s Health Magazine, it is now also possible with proved Ford Focus Electric.

All-New 2013 Nissan Sentra coming later this year [Video]

By Denis Flierl on April 23, 2012 - 9:00AM

Nissan announced today that an all-new 2013 Sentra Sedan will be coming to the North American market later this year.

Most Luxurious Jaguar Ever Unveiled at Beijing Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on April 23, 2012 - 7:37AM

The sneak peak that Jaguar gave over the weekend of its most luxurious model ever turns out to be the 2013 Jaguar XJ Ultimate.

Bentley Announces Surprising Powertrain at Beijing Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on April 23, 2012 - 7:13AM

Bentley is calling the EXP 9 F a potential third model-line but it all but confirmed its production with the news of three powertrains, including a surprising hybrid.

Conversion Karmann Ghia, Leafs, and a Tesla Roadster

The frequently asked questions about electric cars heard at this weeks Earth Day fairs

By David Herron on April 22, 2012 - 9:11PM

The Earth Day fairs this week were popular places for electric car enthusiasts to gather and show their cars to others, these are the questions heard over three days of earth day activities this week.

Aston Martin Dragon 88 Limited Edition revealed before Beijing

By Denis Flierl on April 22, 2012 - 8:40PM

Aston Martin will be officially unveiling its Dragon 88 Limited Edition package at the upcoming 2012 Beijing Auto Show.

Rand McNally Atlas Gets Up to Speed with New Features

By Keith Griffin on April 22, 2012 - 8:03PM

Sure, something like 50 percent of all Americans have smartphones but that doesn't mean we have to give up our use of the Rand McNally thanks to new features.

The hidden benefits of plug-in vehicle ownership

By Aaron Turpen on April 22, 2012 - 5:44PM

While studies have shown that on a dollar-for-dollar plane, plug-in vehicles do not always pan out, other hidden benefits continue to draw drivers to the power outlet as a fuel source.

How to avoid a dead Nissan Leaf after taking a long trip

By David Herron on April 22, 2012 - 4:00PM

While you cannot "Brick" a Nissan Leaf, it can become dead if you're away for a couple weeks, fortunately it's easy to revivify a dead Leaf, and it's easy to avoid the problem in the first place.

Ecodriving is the Earth Day answer to vehicle emissions, fuel consumption

By Don Bain on April 22, 2012 - 3:39PM

The Mineta Transportation Institute has issued a report on ecodriving education which finds that although not everyone will modify their behavior after learning bout the difference their driving style can make, even small behavioral shifts due to cost-effective data dissemination could be the most effective way to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

Coast to coast with a Ford Focus Electric

Ford Electric Focus And Men’s Health Tackle The Ultimate American Road Trip For Earth Day

By Nicolas Zart on April 22, 2012 - 1:07PM

This Earth Day is ideal for electric cars and Ford with two of its Focus Electric and Men’s Health Magazine are about to finish a nationwide road trip with a couple of top professional race car drivers.

Toyota cars will sense drivers’ moods in the future

By Denis Flierl on April 22, 2012 - 7:32AM

Toyota is working on technology that will be able to read drivers’ moods and adjust how the car reacts.

Former NFL star Hines Ward selling 2009 Aston Martin and 2010 Mercedes-Benz on Ebay

By Anthony Faccenda on April 21, 2012 - 5:03PM

Ward's Aston Martin and Mercedes-Benz are up to $152,500 and $72,875 respectively.

The 2012 Tesla Model S has few knobs and buttons. Photo courtesy of Tesla

If it has knobs or buttons, your car may be trapped in the past

By Don Bain on April 21, 2012 - 3:54PM

The technology in cars is advancing so rapidly the old knobs and buttons on the dash and console are going the way of the Dodo bird – anyone who hasn’t bought a new car in a decade may actually need to read the manual just to get around the block.

Get the F1 Wheel Aryton Senna drove in his debut F1 season

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on April 21, 2012 - 3:20PM

Aryton Senna is a name that lives on in many Formula 1 fans, drivers, managers, and teams minds all over the world. Now you can own a piece of Senna history as the Silverstone Auctions’ Spring Sale will have the first ever steering wheel Senna drove in his debut Formula 1 season up for sale.

More choice than ever with charging stations

Electric Car Drivers to Get More Choices for Charging Their Batteries

By Nicolas Zart on April 21, 2012 - 3:12PM

In the typical chicken or the egg philosophical conundrum, electric cars (EVs) and their equally important charging infrastructure have struck a balance judging by the ever growing choice of charging stations hitting the market.

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