Automotive News (Page 1006)

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.

GM says it won't run ads during the 2013 Super Bowl

By Anthony Faccenda on May 18, 2012 - 8:12PM

GM's surprising decision comes just days after the automaker pulled $10 million in ads from Facebook.

Ignoring the Facebook IPO, Buffett casually invests in GM

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on May 18, 2012 - 8:07PM

People today were excited and geared up for the Facebook IPO, but everyone seems to have missed an important move by the “Oracle of Omaha,” aka Warren Buffett, as he invested a considerable sum into General Motors.

Are you ready for a hybrid? This new EPA feature will help you decide

By Anthony Faccenda on May 18, 2012 - 7:08PM

In the market for a hybrid? Let fueleconomy.gov help you decide what vehicle is best for you.

NHTSA investigating Texas Fisker Karma garage fire

By Patrick Rall on May 18, 2012 - 3:07PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has sent investigators to look into the charred remains of a garage in Sugar Land Texas that has been blamed on the brand new Fisker Karma parked in the garage – marking the latest step in the NHTSA’s ongoing probe into the long term safety of electric vehicles packing lithium ion batteries.

EVS26 And The Global Campaign for Consumer EV Adoption

By Nicolas Zart on May 18, 2012 - 2:17PM

EVS is always an interesting event to participate in. Nowhere will you see more engaged companies, startups and engineers iron out the kinks of this new electric drive paradigm. GM, BMW, Lotus, Qualcomm, Siemens, AC Propulsion all share the floor, each bringing their unique solutions and paving the way forward.

Velocity will pay tribute to Carroll Shelby with mini-series

By Denis Flierl on May 18, 2012 - 1:32PM

Velocity will Pay Tribute to the Legendary Carroll Shelby in a three-part mini-series event starting Sunday May 20th.

Will BMW's i8 win the Korean car market?

BMW Takes On the Korean Electric Car Market

By Nicolas Zart on May 18, 2012 - 1:02PM

The budding Korean electric car market is seeing BMW and its stunning i8 plug-in hybrid raise the temptation for potential electric drive owners.

Toyota investing $80mil, adding 125 jobs to build V6 engines in Alabama

By Patrick Rall on May 18, 2012 - 12:43PM

Toyota announced this morning that they will invest $80 million in their Huntsville Alabama engine plant in an effort to increase production capacity of V6 engines – an investment that will add 125 new jobs.

2012 Cadillac SRX will delight drivers headed on a road trip

By John Goreham on May 18, 2012 - 12:18PM

GM has created some innovative features for the 2012 Cadillac SRX that will make summer road trips a blast.

2013 Shelby GT500 Convertible celebrates SVT 20th anniversary

By Denis Flierl on May 18, 2012 - 11:22AM

The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 convertible serves as the celebratory vehicle of the 20th anniversary of Ford’s Special Vehicles Team (SVT).

2013 Ford Shelby GT500 debuts with 200+ mph

By Denis Flierl on May 18, 2012 - 9:37AM

The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 is the fastest most powerful Mustang ever produced with 662 horsepower and a track speed of 200+ mph.

Lamborghini Urus SUV not coming until 2017, could pack twin turbo V8

By Patrick Rall on May 17, 2012 - 9:56PM

Many of the fine details of the Lamborghini Urus went unanswered at the Beijing Motor Show debut but during a recent talk with Automotive News Europe – the company’s lead engineer offered some hints to what we may see from the production super SUV.

SEAT workers surround racing Leon Supercopas. Photo courtesy of SEAT

Spanish automaker SEAT moving aggressively into China

By Don Bain on May 17, 2012 - 5:54PM

SEAT, the only fully capable automaker in Spain, has confirmed their intention to move aggressively into China’s auto market, pursuant to their enthusiastic reception at the Beijing Auto Show and the opening of eight showrooms in the Asian nation last month.

Ford "Unfriend's" GM over Facebook ad pullout via Twitter

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on May 17, 2012 - 4:44PM

Ford has taken a jab at General Motors over the recent Facebook ad pullout via another very popular social network, Twitter.

Coda Automotive makes first fleet sale of electric car for AEP Ohio's smart grid testing

By David Herron on May 17, 2012 - 2:56PM

Coda Automotive announces first sale of the company's electric car to a fleet owner, fulfilling a long-term goal in the area of fleet sales, which the company points out accounts for 22 percent of auto sales in the US.

How Much Fuel Chevrolet Volt Has Saved Since its Inception

By Keith Griffin on May 17, 2012 - 2:46PM

Chevrolet is hyping the fact that its Volt has managed to save – literally - a boatload, make that a super tanker boatload, of gas since its inception.

The 2013 SRT Viper on the cover of Forza Horizon

The 2013 SRT Viper to cover Forza Horizon, pics included

By Patrick Rall on May 17, 2012 - 12:10PM

The folks at Microsoft have just unveiled the first screenshot and an look at the cover of the upcoming driving game Forza Horizon – showing that the 2013 SRT Viper in action in the game while also appearing on the cover of the new game in bright yellow with black stripes.

Acura recalls over 52k 2007-08 TL models over potential fire risk

By Anthony Faccenda on May 17, 2012 - 12:09PM

Affected vehicles may contain a deteriorated power steering hose, which might leak fluid, thus increasing the risk of a fire.

Ford taking orders for its C-Max Prius fighter

By Patrick Rall on May 17, 2012 - 11:30AM

The 2013 Ford C-Max is a roomy 5-passenger, 5-door “hybrid utility vehicle” set to take on the likes of the Toyota Prius V head on and starting today, Ford dealerships around the United States are officially taking orders for the C-Max – introducing America to Ford’s first all-hybrid model.

Chevrolet Announces Unexpected SS High Performance Sedan

By Keith Griffin on May 17, 2012 - 10:53AM

Get ready for an unexpected domestic high performance SS sedan from Chevrolet that is rear wheel drive.

Chris Harris GT-R Track Pack vs 911 Turbo S track test [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 17, 2012 - 8:09AM

Chris Harris takes the Nissan GT-R Track Pack and Porsche 911 Turbo S to the track and tests each to see which car is faster.

FedEx delivering amazing fuel efficiency gains with electric delivery trucks

By David Herron on May 16, 2012 - 8:36PM

FedEx Express has nearly reached its 2020 fuel efficiency goal in 2012, eight years early, through an aggressive program of buying all kinds of fuel efficient delivery vans, including a large fleet of all-electric step vans.

The value of E15 fuel reliability once again maligned

By Don Bain on May 16, 2012 - 7:15PM

A report was released today questioning the reliability of E15, or gasoline containing 15 percent ethanol and implying some engines suffer damage from using the fuel.

Save money on high gas prices with fuel economy tips from GM fuel economy experts

By David Herron on May 16, 2012 - 6:42PM

Simple changes to driving habits can have a big impact on fuel economy, saving you money by burning less fuel, and decreasing the negative environmental impact from driving.

2013 Ford Taurus SHO flies under the radar [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 16, 2012 - 6:39PM

The 2013 Ford Taurus SHO is the sportiest and fastest Taurus ever to wear the acclaimed Super High Output badge with 365 hp and a true performance package.

2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport recalled for steering problem

By Anthony Faccenda on May 16, 2012 - 4:01PM

The recall, which affects roughly 650 vehicles, will begin early next month.

The 2012 Nissan Xterra. Photo courtesy of Nissan

Great deals available on vehicle models slated for redesign next year

By Don Bain on May 16, 2012 - 3:33PM

Carmakers don't want any 2012 models left around when the redesigned next generation comes out later this year or next offering great deals right now on select models of cars and SUVs.

The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Coupe by Livernois Motorsports

Livernois Motorsports builds the first 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 in the 9 second club

By Patrick Rall on May 16, 2012 - 2:59PM

While there is no doubt that the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is far more than just a drag car, General Motors is aware that there will be plenty of ZL1 owners who frequent the drag strip and after running in the 11s with a stock 2012 Camaro ZL1, Livernois Motorsports has laid claim as the first people to put the ZL1 into the 9 second quarter mile range.

A great fit and finish matched with a lively gas frugal engine

How Much Alfa Romeo Is In The 2013 Dodge Dart?

By Nicolas Zart on May 16, 2012 - 2:15PM

It is a balancing trick introducing an emotional car as the Alfa Romeo in the US. Somehow the Dodge Dart achieves a striking balance.

Bentley Blowers to take on over 1,000 miles in the 2012 Mille Miglia

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on May 16, 2012 - 1:29PM

Bentley is taking two classic Bentley Blowers, as they are known, on the amazing 2012 Mille Miglia which spans over 1,000 miles.

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