Automotive News (Page 1026)

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.

2012 PHEV Ram Pickup and 2012 PHEV Town and Country minivan

Chrysler deploying plug-in hybrid minivans in Yuma AZ, and other cities around the country

By David Herron on April 23, 2012 - 3:51PM

The deployment of Chrysler plug-in hybrid Town & Country minivans is part of a larger project deploying not only the PHEV minivans, but PHEV Ram 1500 pickups, in cities around the country, to collect usage data for further product development.

Jeep Wrangler Dragon concept breathes fire in Beijing

By Denis Flierl on April 23, 2012 - 2:52PM

Jeep Wrangler “Dragon” Design Concept is unveiled at the 2012 Beijing International Auto Show.

The 600hp Lamborghini Urus SUV debuts in Beijing

By Patrick Rall on April 23, 2012 - 11:23AM

Last week we got our first look at the new Lamborghini sport utility vehicle, dubbed the Urus, and with the debut of the Urus at the Beijing Motor Show – we have more information on what will very likely be the highest performance SUV on the market when it arrives in 2015.

World EV speed record New York to Los Angeles

Racing from NY to LA with Electric Cars Rediscovering The Fun Of Traveling

By Nicolas Zart on April 23, 2012 - 10:48AM

We've known that coast to cost driving with in an electric car is possible for some time now with high-end performance electric cars, such as the Tesla Roadster, but thanks to Men’s Health Magazine, it is now also possible with proved Ford Focus Electric.

All-New 2013 Nissan Sentra coming later this year [Video]

By Denis Flierl on April 23, 2012 - 9:00AM

Nissan announced today that an all-new 2013 Sentra Sedan will be coming to the North American market later this year.

Most Luxurious Jaguar Ever Unveiled at Beijing Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on April 23, 2012 - 7:37AM

The sneak peak that Jaguar gave over the weekend of its most luxurious model ever turns out to be the 2013 Jaguar XJ Ultimate.

Bentley Announces Surprising Powertrain at Beijing Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on April 23, 2012 - 7:13AM

Bentley is calling the EXP 9 F a potential third model-line but it all but confirmed its production with the news of three powertrains, including a surprising hybrid.

Conversion Karmann Ghia, Leafs, and a Tesla Roadster

The frequently asked questions about electric cars heard at this weeks Earth Day fairs

By David Herron on April 22, 2012 - 9:11PM

The Earth Day fairs this week were popular places for electric car enthusiasts to gather and show their cars to others, these are the questions heard over three days of earth day activities this week.

Aston Martin Dragon 88 Limited Edition revealed before Beijing

By Denis Flierl on April 22, 2012 - 8:40PM

Aston Martin will be officially unveiling its Dragon 88 Limited Edition package at the upcoming 2012 Beijing Auto Show.

Rand McNally Atlas Gets Up to Speed with New Features

By Keith Griffin on April 22, 2012 - 8:03PM

Sure, something like 50 percent of all Americans have smartphones but that doesn't mean we have to give up our use of the Rand McNally thanks to new features.

The hidden benefits of plug-in vehicle ownership

By Aaron Turpen on April 22, 2012 - 5:44PM

While studies have shown that on a dollar-for-dollar plane, plug-in vehicles do not always pan out, other hidden benefits continue to draw drivers to the power outlet as a fuel source.

How to avoid a dead Nissan Leaf after taking a long trip

By David Herron on April 22, 2012 - 4:00PM

While you cannot "Brick" a Nissan Leaf, it can become dead if you're away for a couple weeks, fortunately it's easy to revivify a dead Leaf, and it's easy to avoid the problem in the first place.

Ecodriving is the Earth Day answer to vehicle emissions, fuel consumption

By Don Bain on April 22, 2012 - 3:39PM

The Mineta Transportation Institute has issued a report on ecodriving education which finds that although not everyone will modify their behavior after learning bout the difference their driving style can make, even small behavioral shifts due to cost-effective data dissemination could be the most effective way to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

Coast to coast with a Ford Focus Electric

Ford Electric Focus And Men’s Health Tackle The Ultimate American Road Trip For Earth Day

By Nicolas Zart on April 22, 2012 - 1:07PM

This Earth Day is ideal for electric cars and Ford with two of its Focus Electric and Men’s Health Magazine are about to finish a nationwide road trip with a couple of top professional race car drivers.

Toyota cars will sense drivers’ moods in the future

By Denis Flierl on April 22, 2012 - 7:32AM

Toyota is working on technology that will be able to read drivers’ moods and adjust how the car reacts.

Former NFL star Hines Ward selling 2009 Aston Martin and 2010 Mercedes-Benz on Ebay

By Anthony Faccenda on April 21, 2012 - 5:03PM

Ward's Aston Martin and Mercedes-Benz are up to $152,500 and $72,875 respectively.

The 2012 Tesla Model S has few knobs and buttons. Photo courtesy of Tesla

If it has knobs or buttons, your car may be trapped in the past

By Don Bain on April 21, 2012 - 3:54PM

The technology in cars is advancing so rapidly the old knobs and buttons on the dash and console are going the way of the Dodo bird – anyone who hasn’t bought a new car in a decade may actually need to read the manual just to get around the block.

Get the F1 Wheel Aryton Senna drove in his debut F1 season

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on April 21, 2012 - 3:20PM

Aryton Senna is a name that lives on in many Formula 1 fans, drivers, managers, and teams minds all over the world. Now you can own a piece of Senna history as the Silverstone Auctions’ Spring Sale will have the first ever steering wheel Senna drove in his debut Formula 1 season up for sale.

More choice than ever with charging stations

Electric Car Drivers to Get More Choices for Charging Their Batteries

By Nicolas Zart on April 21, 2012 - 3:12PM

In the typical chicken or the egg philosophical conundrum, electric cars (EVs) and their equally important charging infrastructure have struck a balance judging by the ever growing choice of charging stations hitting the market.

Scion axes xB and xD models

By Anthony Faccenda on April 21, 2012 - 3:07PM

Scion is discontinuing its xB and xD vehicles in favor of multiple all-new, yet unspecified models.

Opel Insignias special police editions for Hessen Police

German police can't fit into their new squad cars

By Aaron Turpen on April 21, 2012 - 2:38PM

The German Polizei are learning the hard way that modern auto design is cramped and uncomfortable as new squad cars being delivered from Opel are too small for the men and their equipment.

Brilliant marketing by Ford turns parking into life-size pinball game

By Denis Flierl on April 21, 2012 - 1:44PM

Ford uses humor and a great marketing ad to bring attention to the new Ford Focus Active Park Assist feature.

Edelbrock Performance Academy offers high performance engine & component training [Video]

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on April 21, 2012 - 1:43PM

Ohio Technical College and Edelbrock have just opened the doors to The Edelbrock Performance Academy, which is a program designed to teach students about building and tuning high-performance engines and components.

Most Luxurious Jaguar Ever Coming in Two Days

By Keith Griffin on April 21, 2012 - 11:56AM

Maybe it's the new Indian ownership but Jaguar is on a roll with the announcement of the must luxurious Jaguar ever.

Expect Crowded Showrooms and Higher Car Prices

By Keith Griffin on April 21, 2012 - 10:51AM

CNW Research, a leading automotive analysis firm, is predicting April auto sales will hit 1.25 million units, up 7.8 percent vs. year ago and putting the annual rate at 14.68 million units.

E-Bugster Cabriolet makes Asian premiere: an electrified Beetle

By Denis Flierl on April 21, 2012 - 10:20AM

The electric Volkswagen E-Bugster Cabriolet will make its Asian debut at the Beijing Auto Show.

Bentley Mulsanne Jubilee honors Queen Elizabeth

Bentley Offers Special Way To Honor Queen's Jubilee

By Keith Griffin on April 21, 2012 - 10:04AM

Bentley has decided to honor Queen Elizabeth's 60th anniversary on the throne with 60 special diamond jubilee Mulsannes.

DNC Powered by the American People NASCAR

How to get your name on a NASCAR for only $5

By Aaron Turpen on April 21, 2012 - 12:09AM

All you have to do is become a Democrat and eat tofu to make up for the carbon emissions of the "Powered by the American People" petroleum-fueled stock car being sponsored by donations of as little as $5.

2013 Acura ILX gets pricing details

By Aaron Turpen on April 20, 2012 - 10:09PM

Price points for the entry-level luxury sedan were announced today for this new model, which will come to showrooms later this year.

A big pickup at the gas pump. Photo by Don Bain

Cowboys and Southerners have the least green cities of all

By Don Bain on April 20, 2012 - 6:27PM

A study by Cars.com of consumer auto buying habits reveals the least green streak in cities among the Cowboy states of Texas, Wyoming and Montana, as well as the Southern states of Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Virginia and West Virginia.

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