Automotive News (Page 1005)

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.

The speedometer of a 1972 Dodge Demon 340

New Texas highway could feature world's second highest speed limit

By Patrick Rall on June 7, 2012 - 4:22PM

Texas State highway 130 is a toll road currently being built to connect Austin to San Antonio and when Highway 130 opens, it could have the second highest posted speed limit in the world with some stretches allowing drivers to cruise at 85 miles per hour.

McLaren enhances the MP4-12C with more options

By Aaron Turpen on June 7, 2012 - 3:28PM

Pining after an MP4-12C, but afraid it won't be available in the color you want or might not have quite enough horsepower on the track? Not to fear, McLaren is here!

The 2013 Ford Explorer Sport configurator page

The high performance 2013 Ford Explorer Sport configurator is live

By Patrick Rall on June 7, 2012 - 2:09PM

The build page on Ford.com now features the 2013 Ford Explorer which, most importantly, features the new Explorer Sport model that is powered by the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 borrowed from the Ford Taurus SHO with a starting price of $41,545 including the $825 destination fee.

Toyota's electric race to the clouds at 2012 Pikes Peak Hill Climb

By David Herron on June 7, 2012 - 1:37PM

Toyota Motorsports Group announced their entry into the Pikes Peak Hill Climb, the EV P002, an electric race car, that's a successor to last years EV P001 which set the electric car lap speed record at the Nürburgring.

2013 Infiniti IPL G has a starting price of $60,400

2013 Infiniti IPL Drops Top But Not Price

By Keith Griffin on June 7, 2012 - 1:34PM

Infiniti today announced pricing for the new 2013 IPL G Convertible, IPL G Coupe, Infiniti G Coupe and Infiniti G Convertible, all of which are on sale now at Infiniti retailers nationwide, but the IPL convertible comes at a premium.

Electric motorcycles are charging the racing scene

Honda Challenges TT Zero Winner

By Nicolas Zart on June 7, 2012 - 12:53PM

A few years ago, the Isle of Man saw something new, silent electric motorcycles wheezing by. It seems they are now here to stay.

Moms' decisions involving gas can and 12 year old driver result in death

By John Goreham on June 7, 2012 - 12:49PM

One mom is run over and another is in legal trouble after two terrible decisions.

2013 Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ recalled for owner's manual issue

By Anthony Faccenda on June 7, 2012 - 12:28PM

Recalls have been issued for the pair of newly released vehicles due to an error present in their respective owner's manuals.

2013 Chevrolet Volt offers better electric range, improved MPGe

By Patrick Rall on June 7, 2012 - 11:47AM

General Motors has just announced the official EPA fuel economy figures for the 2013 Chevrolet Volt and the newest version of the electric Chevy sedan offers more all-electric range, improved fuel economy (MPGe) and an improved total driving range.

1996 Subaru Legacy spends three months underwater, starts on first try

By Anthony Faccenda on June 7, 2012 - 10:34AM

Despite some obvious rust and likely odor, the owner has decided to hold on to the vehicle and continue driving it.

2013 Ford Escape changes the Brown family's life in incredible ways

By John Goreham on June 7, 2012 - 7:55AM

Ford introduces us to the "Browns," an African American family whose lives are dramatically improved when they buy a 2013 Ford Escape CUV.

2013 Scion FR-S launch affecting Subaru BRZ prices

By Denis Flierl on June 7, 2012 - 7:44AM

With the launch of the 2013 Scion FR-S this week, dealers may have to cut their markups on the Subaru BRZ as the Toyota sports car hits showrooms.

Fisker Automotive continues expansion with new dealership in Montreal

By David Herron on June 7, 2012 - 2:02AM

Fisker of Montreal opened this week continuing the expansion of Fisker dealerships around the world, that now numbers 79 dealerships.

LA Laker Pau Gasol wins season-long Kia Community Service Award

Big Man Wins Award from a Car Company Too Small for Him

By Keith Griffin on June 6, 2012 - 8:28PM

Pau Gasol may never fit in a Kia, but he fits the Korean OEM's profile for community service and has been named the recipient of the first-ever season-long Kia Community Assist Award in recognition of his efforts in the community and his ongoing philanthropic and charitable work.

EU set to enact tougher emissions standards, but activists not satisfied

By Don Bain on June 6, 2012 - 7:08PM

A draft proposal before the European Commission reportedly sets much more stringent emission standards for vehicles sold within the member nations of the European Union, however, the proposal is not yet public and will need to successfully pass through a long legislative gauntlet before becoming law.

2013 Camaro ZL1 vs 2013 Shelby GT500 dyno test [Video]

By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2012 - 6:45PM

The 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 goes against the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 in a dyno test.

Kia recalls nearly 22k Borrego SUVs for brake problem

By Anthony Faccenda on June 6, 2012 - 2:43PM

The safety recall is the automaker's fourth this year and second in two days.

Parents Magazine and Edmunds.com names 15 Best Family Cars of 2012

By Anthony Faccenda on June 6, 2012 - 1:13PM

The comprehensive list features vehicles from multiple categories including budget, eco-friendly, crossover and family.

Mike Rutter during TT ZERO practice, IOM TT Press

MotoCzysz breaks the ton in historic TT ZERO electric motorcycle win

By David Herron on June 6, 2012 - 1:06PM

Electric motorcycle technology took a historic leap forward today when MotoCzysz and MUGEN both achieved 100+ miles/hr lap speeds in the 2012 TT ZERO, to "break the ton".

A self balancing act for a smart electric motorcycle

Another Self Balancing Motorcycle

By Nicolas Zart on June 6, 2012 - 12:09PM

While the idea of a self-balancing electric motorcycle isn’t new, Lit Motors’ C-1 is pushing the idea further.

A screenshot of the 2013 Dodge Dart build page

Official 2013 Dodge Dart build page live with actual pricing

By Patrick Rall on June 6, 2012 - 11:35AM

The Chrysler Group previous offered up an early build page for the new Dodge Dart with preliminary pricing and the note that actual pricing could vary but this morning, the 2013 Dodge Dart build page is live with actual pricing and complete details on the new C segment sedan.

The 2013 Chevy Malibu Eco getting safer

By John Goreham on June 6, 2012 - 9:23AM

A double win for the 2013 Chevy Malibu in NHTSA and IIHS crash testing

First Tesla Model S delivery made 2 weeks early

By David Herron on June 6, 2012 - 8:19AM

Tesla reportedly delivers the first Model S Founder Series to venture capitalist and Tesla board member Steve Jurvetson, ahead of the official June 22 delivery day.

Hyundai Veloster selling fast, 2013 Turbo pricing officially announced [updated]

By Denis Flierl on June 6, 2012 - 7:45AM

The 2012 Hyundai Veloster is selling fast as pricing on the 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo has been officially announced by Hyundai Motor America.

2013 Honda Fit EV has highest fuel efficiency rating ever of 118 MPGe

Honda Fit EV Gets Highest EPA Fuel Efficiency Rating Ever

By Keith Griffin on June 6, 2012 - 7:25AM

The 2013 Honda Fit EV has been given the highest fuel-efficiency rating ever by the Environmental Protection Agency of a combined 118 miles per gallon equivalency rating, or MPGe as it is more commonly known.

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney

Romney would sell GM stock quickly if elected

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2012 - 11:07PM

The government “bailout loans” have been a hot topic of conversation for Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney and in a recent interview with The Detroit News, Romney stated that if he is elected President of the United State of America later this year – he will move quickly to sell off the government’s portion of General Motors stock.

Fiat to offer 9 variants of the 500 by 2014

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2012 - 9:35PM

American Fiat dealerships had a tough task early on – operate successful business with just a single vehicle to sell – but the Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne plans to fix that in a major way by 2014, with 9 different versions of the Fiat 500 in dealerships within two years according to Automobile Magazine.

Next generation Dodge Challenger could arrive as early as 2014

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2012 - 9:04PM

As the Dodge Challenger heads into the 2013 model year, the LC platform on which the brawny Mopar muscle car enters its 6th model year but according to the folks at Automobile Magazine, Sergio Marchionne has indicated that the next generation Challenger could arrive as soon as 2014.

Kia recalls 73,000 Rio models due to dangerous airbag defect

By Anthony Faccenda on June 5, 2012 - 8:41PM

This is Kia's third airbag-related recall this year.

New Dodge Charger coming in 2016, Chrysler 300 to follow in 2017

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2012 - 7:54PM

According to the folks at Automobile Magazine, Chrysler Group CEO Sergio Marchionne has indicated that the Dodge Charger sedan will head into its next generation in 2016 and it will share a platform with the new Chrysler 300 that is set to arrive in 2017.

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