Automotive News (Page 1004)

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.

An image from the Audi YouTube post Alien.

Audi gaining market share by boosting Buzz score

By Don Bain on June 11, 2012 - 3:41PM

Last month, Audi reported their 17th month of consecutive U.S. auto sales increases, while they are enjoying similar success in China as well. While this was going on, in the English speaking world (and beyond) a YouTube video titled Alien has built a following and resulted in an enhanced Buzz score.

Teaser image of 2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI

Volkswagen Beetle Goes Green with New Powertrain

By Keith Griffin on June 11, 2012 - 1:28PM

Volkswagen's march to world dominance may just come on the back of diesel models like the VW Beetle TDI Clean Diesel coupe that has a starting price of $23,295.

Latest Lithium Battery Triples Electric Car Range

By Nicolas Zart on June 11, 2012 - 10:46AM

Lithium-ion is still taking the lion’s share when talking about battery chemistry and the latest breakthroughs means the technology is not slowing it down.

Four ways the 2013 Hyundai Accent shows confidence

By John Goreham on June 11, 2012 - 10:04AM

Long a leader in value and content, the 2013 Hyundai Accent seems to be moving away from its olf formula of lowest price - highest content., Could the brand be looking to move upmarket?

Rare Bugatti Veyron spotted in the supercar capital of the world

By Denis Flierl on June 11, 2012 - 7:58AM

A one-off rare Bugatti Veyron Sang Bleu was spotted in a city that is crawling with the most expensive supercars in the world.

Consumer Reports doubles down, says Toyota Prius C 'isn't a good car'

By Anthony Faccenda on June 10, 2012 - 11:10PM

Just when we thought it was over, Consumer Reports is defending their review and is not biting their tongue.

Alfa Romeo 4C to arrive in U.S. months earlier than expected

By Denis Flierl on June 10, 2012 - 9:11PM

The production date of the Alfa Romeo 4C has been moved up and will arrive in the U.S. much sooner than expected.

DOT's Intelligent Transportation System vision

Ann Arbor to test cars talking to each other and avoiding crashes

By David Herron on June 10, 2012 - 5:46PM

Cars that talk to each other, vehicle-to-vehicle communication, could reduce or eliminate traffic jams, traffic accidents, increase the efficiency of driving, reducing fuel use, and usher in a wave of robotically driven cars, if a test in Ann Arbor Michigan goes as planned.

BYD Announces Preliminary Electric Car Fire Cause

By Nicolas Zart on June 10, 2012 - 5:07PM

BYD has had a rough ride these last few weeks and the latest deadly e6 fire accident means the company needs to shore up its fresh image.

Renault's electric Zoe holds 24 hour distance run for EVs

Electric Car Breaks Longest Run Record In 24hrs

By Nicolas Zart on June 10, 2012 - 4:36PM

It’s sometimes hard to reconcile long distance and electric cars but the electric Renault Zoe just broke a long distance run in 24 hours.

All-new Audi A3 Sedan U.S. launch moved up

By Denis Flierl on June 10, 2012 - 7:19AM

Audi USA has confirmed that the new Audi A3 Sedan will launch in the U.S. late this year.

Toyota bringing electric car and Lexus IS F CCS-R to Pikes Peak [Video]

By Denis Flierl on June 10, 2012 - 7:04AM

The Lexus IS F CCS-R and Toyota electric TMG EV P002 will compete in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on July 8, 2012.

This blindspot proof mirror will never be on your car

By Aaron Turpen on June 10, 2012 - 3:09AM

A new mirror design combines math and optics to create a view without blind spots, but thanks to government, you'll likely never see one on your car.

2012 Jaguar XKR, XKR-S languishing in the shade. Photo by Don Bain

Jaguar Alive brings so many Jaguars, but so little time

By Don Bain on June 9, 2012 - 9:31PM

Jaguar Alive is a somewhat unusual promotional event that’s long on information and driving experience while very nearly devoid of any expected sales hustle.

If the auto world were run by women, SEMA Mustang build [Video]

By Denis Flierl on June 9, 2012 - 9:38AM

In a partnership between Ford, SEMA and the aftermarket industry, women designed a 2013 Ford Mustang GT and here are the results.

2013 SRT Viper GTS-R goes through its first track test

By Aaron Turpen on June 8, 2012 - 11:12PM

The SRT Motorsports Viper GTS-R has completed its first track test in South Carolina. Team driver Marc Goossens was captured on video (below) putting this hot new race car through its paces.

Tesla hints solar powered electric car charging, through proprietary charging connector

By David Herron on June 8, 2012 - 9:25PM

The Tesla Model S/X will have a proprietary charging connector with capabilities well beyond the standard charging connectors used today, but by going it alone could create problems down the road.

Despite Tesla short sellers, Musk promises cash flow positive in 2013

By David Herron on June 8, 2012 - 7:58PM

Speaking at the Tesla shareholders meeting on Wednesday, Elon Musk showed Tesla's progress and business roadmap for the next few years, talking about the Model S, Model X, and the high volume production vehicles to follow.

Interlagos_2006_aerial.jpg by Marlon Hammes. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Here is your ticket to an awesome Formula One fan experience

By Don Bain on June 8, 2012 - 7:39PM

The high-pitched whine of Formula One racers will set your heart racing as the low-slung racers streak by, generating up to 5-gees of lateral force on some turns. You’re in the Formula One Paddock Club thanks to QuintEvents, who has been selected to provide in-the-thick-of-it travel/race experiences for all 14 Grand Prix Races remaining this year.

2015 Ford Mustang will feature all-new performance enhancement

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2012 - 2:22PM

Spy photos of a next-generation Ford Mustang show it with an all-new independent rear suspension.

A fast charging friendly user experience

Electric Charging Standard War, Japan Against The World

By Nicolas Zart on June 8, 2012 - 2:14PM

The automobile has given us plenty of sad occasions of how it had reinvented the wheel at times, electric charging stations might show this time, it’s different.

NPR's Car Talk Makes Surprising Announcement about Its Future

By Keith Griffin on June 8, 2012 - 11:47AM

In what was billed as an actual semi-serious note, Ray and Tom Magliazzi, the hosts of Car Talk, have announced no new shows will be produced come October.

The Subaru BRZ Prologue from the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show

Mark Higgins and the Subaru BRZ take on Isle Of Man [Video]

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2012 - 10:28AM

The 2013 Subaru BRZ was taken to the legendary Isle Of Man Manx Rally course in the British Isles and driven by driver Mark Higgins.

Star Trek's Patrick Stewart trades warp speed for the race track

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2012 - 8:10AM

The actor Sir Patrick Stewart who played in the sci-fi series Star Trek, will be racing in this summers Siverstone Classic.

Aufgeschnittener Metall Katalysator for cars is by Stahlkocher and court

There is gold in making platinum into catalytic converters for cars

By Don Bain on June 7, 2012 - 10:11PM

With the push to lower emissions in cars, building catalytic converters is a good business to be in and Johnson Matthey, as the world's foremost provider of the particulate scrubbing components, is raking in profits by the carload thanks to sales to American and European automakers.

BMW 7 Series diesel could be headed to the US

By Patrick Rall on June 7, 2012 - 9:41PM

While it has not been made official, rumors indicate that the new BMW 7 Series diesel could be headed for the United States and they could be here as early as the summer of 2014.

Electric vehicle company may have purchased Saab

By Patrick Rall on June 7, 2012 - 8:24PM

There have been a great many rumors about companies interested in purchasing the bankrupt Saab brand but according to Swedish media outlets, a Swedish electric car company has made a bid for the majority of the Saab brand – although all parties involved are not commenting in support or in denial of these reports.

Chrysler planning 4 new Jeep models by 2014, all new lineup by 2016

By Patrick Rall on June 7, 2012 - 6:17PM

During a discussion with Automobile Magazine, Sergio Marchionne explained that the Jeep brand will benefit from 4 new models by 2014 with the entire lineup likely being replenished between now and 2016.

Carroll Shelby's kids and estranged wife in custody battle over his body

By Patrick Rall on June 7, 2012 - 5:47PM

Typically when someone passes away, their body is handed over to loved ones who can then prepare for their final resting plans but the body of automotive legend Carroll Shelby reportedly remains in the medical examiners refrigerated holding facility while Mr. Shelby’s children and his wife Cleo battle over his remains.

Roush launches the new 2013 RS Mustang with V6 power

By Patrick Rall on June 7, 2012 - 5:16PM

In order to help out those 2013 Ford Mustang V6 owners who are ballin’ on a budget, Roush has just introduced their new RS (Roush Six) - a special package featuring the look of the current Roush lineup with enhanced handling capacities for a low price.

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