Automotive News (Page 1023)

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.

Tajima Nobuhiro's electric "Monster" will challenghe gas racers at Pikes Peak

Electric Racer Tajima Challenges Conventional Engines At Pikes Peak Race

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

Pikes Peak is THE race when it comes to hill climb and electric cars are proving to challenge gas engines in ways that should fuel competition the next few decades.

Automotive legend Steve Saleen wins back his naming rights

By Patrick Rall on April 3, 2012 - 11:59AM

Steve Saleen announced yesterday that after a court battle that spanned several years, he has won the right to use his own name once again after the company who purchased the Saleen brand in 2007 prevented Mr. Saleen from using his name when he left the company.

BMW 1-Series M Coupe production officially ends

By Denis Flierl on April 3, 2012 - 7:58AM

BMW has quit taking orders for the 1-Series M Coupe and production will end this summer on the least expensive M-badged model. So why did BMW decide to pull the plug on what should have been a successful model?

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Makes New York Auto Show Debut

By Keith Griffin on April 3, 2012 - 12:04AM

Attendees to the New York International Auto Show, which is open to the public from April 6 to 16 at the Jacob Javitts Center in Manhattan, will be able to see for the first time Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport. That is unless they have $1.9 million and have already purchased one.

Lincoln Director of Design Max Wolff at unveiling of Lincoln MKZ

2013 Lincoln MKZ Important Step for New Design Director

By Keith Griffin on April 2, 2012 - 11:47PM

Before the grand opening of the New York International Auto Show, Lincoln debuted the 2013 Lincoln MKZ before a packed house at the beautiful IAC building in Manhattan's lower West Side. It's the first Lincoln product to come out under Lincoln's relatively new director of design Max Wolff and it demonstrates what a difficult job he has ahead of him.

The 2013 Ford Fusion. Photo courtesy of Ford.

The 2013 Ford Fusion to give power to the people via tech choices, start-stop

By Don Bain on April 2, 2012 - 4:58PM

When the full line of 2013 Ford Fusion models comes out this fall, buyers will be able to choose from two highly efficient EcoBoost engines, a naturally aspirated 4-cylinder, a hybrid vehicle, a plug-in hybrid as well as auto start-stop technology.

EDAG a smart shareable electric car concept

EDAG Takes The Sting From The Gas Pump Blues

By Nicolas Zart on April 2, 2012 - 3:12PM

EDAG’s Light Car was just an open source concept in 2009, it is now taking shape and could become a valuable key player as an inner city shared electric car.

Introducing the BMW i8 Spyder

By Patrick Rall on April 2, 2012 - 2:08PM

The folks at BMW have released the details on the newest entry in their super efficient i lineup with the online introduction of the new BMW i8 Spyder – a high performance hybrid roadster with incredible fuel economy and pure-electric, emission-free driving.

Nissan raising LEAF awareness with the Big Turn On campaign, in Europe

By David Herron on April 2, 2012 - 1:52PM

Nissan Europe has launched a big marketing marketing campaign, in Europe, using online social networks, online videos, and a contest offering significant prizes, aiming to raise awareness about the Nissan LEAF, and establish networks of quick charging stations across Europe.

Ford investing $1.2 billion in Mexico to build the 2013 Fusion

By Patrick Rall on April 2, 2012 - 12:52PM

Ford Motor Company expects that their classy new 2013 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ are going to be big sellers so in order to prepare for the anticipated launch of these new midsized sedans, Ford has announced that they will be investing a whopping $1.2 billion in their Hermosillo production facility – a move that will add around 1,000 new jobs in Mexico.

The newest 2013 SRT Viper teaser is the best look yet

By Patrick Rall on April 2, 2012 - 10:37AM

Just a few minutes ago, the DriveSRT Facebook page issued the newest teaser of the 2013 SRT Viper, giving us a shadowy look at the hood and roofline of the new supercar but with a little quick image enhancement – a great deal more of the new Viper becomes visible.

MINI camping options are cozy and fun for wilderness adventures or tailgating in style

By John Goreham on April 2, 2012 - 8:17AM

MINI has developed some custom camping options to highlight the brands flexibility and emphasis on fun

Forza 4 records the loudest racecar on the planet: Video

By Denis Flierl on April 2, 2012 - 8:14AM

Turn 10 studios, creators of Forza Motorsport 4, took their recording equipment out to the race track to record the legendary 1991 Mazda 787B.

The 2013 Chevy Spark. Photo courtesy of Chevrolet.

The 2013 Chevy Spark woos Millennials with smartphone navigation

By Don Bain on April 2, 2012 - 3:22AM

The 2013 Chevy Spark and Sonic, in a marketing decision aimed specifically at Millennials, will come with an enhanced version of MyLink that takes advantage of the movement of cloud-based smartphone apps to put less in the car while maximizing the capabilities of the owner’s phone.

Fed to investigate Chevy Cruze and Jeep Wrangler fires

By Anthony Faccenda on April 1, 2012 - 10:04PM

The NHTSA has announced an upcoming probe into consumer reported fires in 2011 Cruze and 2010 Wrangler models.

Note the words, GMC Electric near the driver

2012 GMC Yukon and Sierra celebrate 100 years with heritage editions at New York Auto Show

By Frank Sherosky on April 1, 2012 - 10:00PM

Special models like the 2012 GMC Yukon and Sierra Heritage Editions will commemorate 100 years of the GMC name, which just so happens to coincide with the 2012 New York Auto Show that reflects back to 1912.

2013 Lincoln MKZ reveals its retractable glass roof [Video]

By Denis Flierl on April 1, 2012 - 7:30AM

Lincoln will unveil its 2013 MKZ at the New York Auto Show next week, and the automaker confirmed earlier this week the highly anticipated car will debut a wide-opening panoramic glass roof. Here is the video showing the retractable roof.

Callaway Engineering a Chevy HyperVolt and Some Good Laughs

By Keith Griffin on March 31, 2012 - 9:49PM

If only the press release about Callaway Cars engineer a Callaway HyperVolt were true but alas it's not. Even though the press release leaked early on March 31, it's actually an April Fool's joke but one worth reading more about because of its targets.

Zipcar launches electric vehicle pilot program in Chicago with the introduction

Zipcar adding Chevy Volt and other electric cars in Chicago

By David Herron on March 31, 2012 - 8:01PM

Following car2go's deployment of electric cars in San Diego, Zipcar is adding five Chevy Volt's and up to 20 other electric cars in its Chicago car sharing fleet.

BMW recalls 367,000 5, 6-series models for fire hazard

By Don Bain on March 31, 2012 - 6:12PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Association has reported BMW recalling 367,000 5 and 6-series models from 2004 to 2010 for a battery cable that can loosen causing a fire hazard and recommends parking the cars outside as a precaution.

Electric vehicle fast charging stations coming to Chicago by 350green

By David Herron on March 31, 2012 - 3:23PM

350green is building, in Chicago, what will be the largest electric car fast charging network in the U.S., along the Illinois Tollway, the Chicago airports, and other areas in and around Chicago.

2012 New York Auto Show preview: The top ten cars

By Denis Flierl on March 31, 2012 - 1:22PM

We are only a few days away from the much-anticipated 2012 New York International Auto Show. Take a look at 10 of the top cars to be at this year's show.

Batman gets pulled over in Lamborghini [Video]

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 31, 2012 - 12:05PM

When you are a police officer, you are bound to see everything at least once. Several Montgomery County Police Officers can attest to this at they pulled over Batman in a Lamborghini last week.

2013 Nissan Altima: Teaser video #5 reveals the whole car

By Denis Flierl on March 31, 2012 - 9:20AM

Nissan is keeping the momentum going with the fifth teaser video of the 2013 Altima, and the car is now set for its debut at the 2012 New York Auto Show.

VW Debuts New Alltrack Wagon Concept

By Aaron Turpen on March 31, 2012 - 2:05AM

Issuing an obvious challenge to Subaru's dominance of the off-road wagon market, Volkswagen is showing a new wagon concept at the 2012 New York Auto Show. Debuting here, but not selling here?

Former President George H.W. Bush buys a Chevy Volt for son Neil

By Anthony Faccenda on March 30, 2012 - 11:19PM

The former President broke party lines, becoming one of the first prominent Republican to endorse the Volt.

EVI Inc announces initiative to sell over 500 electric delivery trucks in California

By David Herron on March 30, 2012 - 9:44PM

Electric Vehicles International (EVI-INC) announced today a goal of deploying 500 electric delivery trucks in California over the next two years, piggy-backing on Gov. Jerry Brown's executive order last week calling for the expansion of electric truck and car usage.

Toyota to raise prices on six models, including Prius and Camry

By Anthony Faccenda on March 30, 2012 - 9:38PM

Toyota will raise sticker prices up to 1.5 percent on six of its most popular models.

Ford's Mulally makes $29.5 million in 2011, up 11%

By Patrick Rall on March 30, 2012 - 8:01PM

Ford Motor Company is one of the largest and most successful companies in the world along with being a global leader in the automotive industry so it makes good sense that their Chief Executive Officer Alan Mulally would be among the most well-paid men in the industry, with a reported income of $29.5 million in 2011 – an increase of 11% over 2010.

A Photoshop illlustration of approx. current gas prices in England by Don Bain

Fuel prices, potential fuel haulers strike alarming Britons

By Don Bain on March 30, 2012 - 6:19PM

In a nightmarish modern scenario, residents in England are filling their cars and extra fuel cans as fuel prices reach $8.20 a gallon and a potential fuel haulers strike threatens to leave them afoot and at the mercy of public transit.

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