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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.

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.

Connecticut lawmakers consider putting tracking devices on license plates

By Anthony Faccenda on March 19, 2012 - 6:34PM

The Connecticut Senate Transportation Committee has voted to pass a bill asking for the implementation of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) on all registered motor vehicles.

Mercedes-AMG Brings The Electric Super Car SLS AMG E-Cell

By Nicolas Zart on March 19, 2012 - 5:02PM

Mercedes showed a tantalizing electric super car prototype a few years back at the Detroit Auto Show and has since announced its production.

Corvette Racing finished strong in Sunday’s 60th anniversary race

Sebring Hall of Fame inducts Chevrolet Corvette

By Frank Sherosky on March 19, 2012 - 3:35PM

The Chevrolet Corvette, the best-selling luxury performance car in the United State, was inducted into the Sebring Hall of Fame during the weekend; and it will be celebrated with a special 427 Convertible Collector Edition, as well as a special 60th anniversary package for 2013.

Eight things that make Hyundai vehicles an excellent value

By John Goreham on March 19, 2012 - 2:40PM

Industry accolades are mounting for Hyundai America, who, by doing well in eight areas of measurement, has just added four new awards to its trophy shelf.

Can BMW Bring Back Husqvarna Motorcycles

By Nicolas Zart on March 19, 2012 - 1:25PM

BMW bought the famed Husqvarna motorcycles in 2007 and is plotting an intensive roadmap back to its former status.

The Dodge Durango Special Service package

Introducing the Dodge Durango Special Service police vehicle

By Patrick Rall on March 19, 2012 - 12:31PM

The battle for police car supremacy is heating up with each of the Detroit Big 3 already offering police sedans and today, the Chrysler Group joined GM and Ford Motor Company in introducing their new special service police sport utility vehicles in the form of the Dodge Durango Special Service.

The Ford Police Interceptor models together

Ford announces EPA MPG ratings for Police Interceptors

By Patrick Rall on March 19, 2012 - 11:26AM

Ford Motor Company recently announced the official EPA fuel economy ratings for their new Police Interceptor vehicles based on the 2013 Taurus and Explorer – surprisingly not finding the EcoBoost’d cop cars as the most efficient in the growing crowd of modern special service vehicles but they are still the quickest.

Ford unveils the Tourneo Custom Van for ugly market

By Aaron Turpen on March 19, 2012 - 2:19AM

The concept has become a production-ready model as Ford looks to fill the gap between the small Transit Connect and its grown-up, full-sized Transit sibling. It won't win any design awards.

The 2012 Lexus CT200 in Colo. Springs. Photo by Don Bain

The outstandingly green commuter cars of 2012 for daily freeway drivers

By Don Bain on March 18, 2012 - 11:22PM

Commuter cars are made for people whose primary vehicle use consists of the daily drive to and from work, which for reasons of economy needs to be more fuel efficient, even though they may be either economical or luxurious to drive.

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