Automotive News (Page 1016)

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.

75 cars break Donut World Record at Infineon Raceway

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 22, 2012 - 4:47PM

If you like seeing cars doing donuts, or possibly doing them yourself in cars, then you will probably be happy to hear the World Record for “Most Cars Performing Donuts Simultaneously” has just been broken.

Cadillac ATS in Denver reveals entry-level luxury

By Aaron Turpen on March 22, 2012 - 4:46PM

The Cadillac ATS is the company's entry-level offering for the luxury compact sedan market, competing against the BMW 3 and the Audi A4 using terms unfamiliar to Caddy like "nimble" and "quick."

ALTe plug-in electric hybrid powertrain to double MPG for Ford E350 fleet van

By Frank Sherosky on March 22, 2012 - 12:25PM

ALTe Powertrain Technologies (ALTe), the developer of the first range-extended, plug-in electric hybrid powertrain for light commercial fleet vehicle applications like the Ford F150 truck, announced today that it has successfully installed its powertrain system in a second line of vehicles – the Ford Econoline E350 platform.

2013 Subaru XV Crosstek U.S. Debut at NY Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on March 22, 2012 - 11:50AM

After a somewhat lengthy delay since its introduction at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, Subaru has announced plans to introduce the Subaru XV Crosstrek at the New York Auto Show.

Toyota's 2013 Scion FR-S price may send sports car lovers to dealerships

By John Goreham on March 22, 2012 - 9:03AM

After much intrigue Toyota today announced the prices for the new 2013 Scion FR-S sports car that has been teasing the public for many months.

3 ways to wash your car without water

By John Goreham on March 21, 2012 - 7:58PM

An old favorite, a detailer’s secret, and a new product, make it easier than ever to keep your ride shiny without a trip to the car wash

New J.D. Power report shows surge in compact and subcompact vehicle sales

By Anthony Faccenda on March 21, 2012 - 5:30PM

Record gas prices have led consumers to seek smaller, fuel-efficient cars.

The first teaser of the 2014 Chevrolet Impala

GM teases the 2014 Chevrolet Impala ahead of NY debut

By Patrick Rall on March 21, 2012 - 5:14PM

General Motors recently announced that the 2014 Chevrolet Impala would be getting a refresh that would include being built on the new Cadillac XTS sedan’s Epsilon II platform and today, the General has issued a first teaser image of the new full sized Chevy sedan.

The Subaru BRZ , Scion FR-S get mediocre fuel economy figures

By Patrick Rall on March 21, 2012 - 4:01PM

We might not know how many Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S coupes will be sold in the US or how much they will cost but thanks to a recent EPA report, we know that the sporty coupes will offer 22 miles per gallon around town and 30 mpg on the open road – numbers lower than what some had expected from the lightweight coupes.

Senna F1 car going up for Auction

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 21, 2012 - 3:14PM

Aryton Senna is known for being one of the greatest race car drivers the world has ever seen. Now a Toleman TG184-2 Formula One car driven by the late and great Ayrton Senna is going up for auction.

The all-new 2013 Mazda CX-5 compact SUV awarded a Top Safety Pick by IIHS

By John Goreham on March 21, 2012 - 1:40PM

The recently introduced 2013 Mazda CX-5 compact sport utility vehicle has proven to be as safe as it is attractive.

BMW motorcycles, a constant in the two wheel world

BMW Group Classic Takes Care Of Its Past, Present And Future

By Nicolas Zart on March 21, 2012 - 12:49PM

The BMW Group Classic is actively making sure you remember it’s past is well taken care of and carrying onto the future your collectables with their latest display at the Techno Classica 2012.

Norwegian rally driver Mads Østberg sets World Record for Snow Jumping in a Car [Video]

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 21, 2012 - 12:36PM

Mads Østberg, a Norwegian World Rally Championship driver, recently broke the world record for “Longest Car Jump In Snow.”

100k Toyota GT86, Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S units to be built

By Patrick Rall on March 21, 2012 - 11:45AM

Last week, reports surfaced that only 6,000 examples of the Subaru BRZ would be coming to the United States but with a recent comment by the president of Fuji Heavy Industries that the two companies plan to build 100,000 copies of the joint venture sports car each year – it looks as though the limited quantities of the new Subaru, Toyota and Scion sports coupes could have been exaggerated.

New Hyundai Sonata coming in 2014, new Genesis in 2013

By Patrick Rall on March 21, 2012 - 10:29AM

While speaking at an industry meeting in Seoul South Korea, Hyundai Chief Executive Officer Kim Choon-Ho told Reuters that the Korean automaker plans to launch a new version of the popular Hyundai Sonata in 2014 while the Genesis sedan would get a refresh of its own late in 2013.

2013 Chevrolet Trailblazer makes world debut at Bangkok International Motor Show

By Frank Sherosky on March 21, 2012 - 10:16AM

The all-new 2013 Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV made its world debut Wednesday at a special event ahead of the 33rd Bangkok International Motor Show in Thailand.

New Mercedes-Benz 2013 SL65 AMG offers driver customization and exclusivity

By John Goreham on March 21, 2012 - 9:40AM

Mercedes-AMG to launch flagship roadster 2013 SL65 AMG at the 2012 NY Auto Show

The Green Musketeers from Jericho High School in Jericho, N.Y., were grand prize

Lexus rewards teens' environmental innovation with $500,000 in grants, scholarships

By Don Bain on March 21, 2012 - 1:45AM

Lexus announced the winners in the Lexus Eco Challenge today, disbursing $500,000 in grants and scholarships to middle and high school environmentalists whose innovative projects demonstrated the drive and passion to make the world a better place.

The 2012 BMW 328i fuel economy slashed by the feds

By Patrick Rall on March 20, 2012 - 8:20PM

When BMW introduced the redesigned 2012 3 Series, the German automaker stated that their internal testing found that the new 328i would offer 36 miles per gallon but after going through the rigors of EPA testing, the company has been forced to lower their advertised fuel economy levels to just 33 miles per gallon – a reduction of almost 10% from where the company planned to be.

Jeremy Lin at the announcement of his new Volvo endorsement deal

NBA star Jeremy Lin inks endorsement deal with Volvo

By Patrick Rall on March 20, 2012 - 3:32PM

Less than a week ago it was rumored that New York Knicks star Jeremy Lin was being pursued by Volvo to help with a new marketing campaign in China and today it became official, as Volvo announced a new global endorsement partnership that will focus primarily on the US and China – the two regions where the American-born point guard of Chinese descent is best known.

VW E-Golf to be tested in several US cities

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 20, 2012 - 3:23PM

Volkswagen today announced that it will begin a pilot program to test 20 prototype E-Golf electric vehicles in several US cities starting in April.

Mercedes-Daimler Smart May Soon Be Electric Only

By Nicolas Zart on March 20, 2012 - 2:32PM

Mercedes-Diamler is mulling over turning its Smart car into an electric car only in the near future.

2013 Nissan Leaf to feature leather, upgraded heater and faster charger

By Anthony Faccenda on March 20, 2012 - 2:21PM

The Leaf's updated heater reportedly adds an extra 20-25 miles of range during cold weather conditions.

Saab Dealership to complete production of unfinished Saabs

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 20, 2012 - 2:08PM

It seems the story of Saab, the Swedish automaker, keeps having an interesting turn or twist. Saab United, a Saab enthusiast website, has reported that unfinished Saabs left sitting on the production line have been bought and will be finished by a dealership.

Volkswagen to build new Porsche Boxster

By Patrick Rall on March 20, 2012 - 1:57PM

The new 2013 Porsche Boxster will enter production this summer at the Porsche plant in Zuffenhausen, Germany but overflow production of the redesigned Boxster will be handed at Volkswagen’s production facility in Osnabrueck, Germany rather than having Finnish carbuilder Valmet Automotive build the additional Boxsters.

New report reveals unexpected truths about residual values

By John Goreham on March 20, 2012 - 12:23PM

In a recently issued report by ALG, many assumptions about automobile residual values are proven false.

Report: Nissan bringing back Datsun

By Patrick Rall on March 20, 2012 - 10:40AM

There have long been rumors that Nissan would bring back that Datsun brand and today, those rumors became facts as Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn confirmed that the company is indeed reviving the Datsun brand – just not in the same form as some Japanese sports car enthusiasts in the USA would like to remember.

Land Rover hiring 1000 workers to keep up with Evoque demand

By Denis Flierl on March 20, 2012 - 8:43AM

The all-new Range Rover Evoque has been such a huge success, Tata Motors is hiring 1,000 workers to keep up with the strong sales demand.

Fisker Automotive denies charges the Karma was rushed to production

By David Herron on March 19, 2012 - 9:47PM

Fisker Automotive has released a press release denying allegations that the company rushed the Fisker Karma into production in an attempt to meet Department of Energy loan milestones.

Bob Tanner, 2012 Volt owner and Iraq War Vet

Iraq War Vet buys Chevy Volt to save money amid high gasoline prices

By David Herron on March 19, 2012 - 7:11PM

The rising cost of gasoline is leading many to seek alternatives, and one Iraq War Vet finds owning a Chevy Volt saves over $200 a month, plus addresses national energy security concerns.

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