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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.

Up in flames: Feds investigating 830,000 Toyota Camrys, RAV4s over fire complaints

By Anthony Faccenda on February 11, 2012 - 12:42PM

Will the upcoming federal investigation damage the Camry's ranking as best-selling car in America?

Ford recalls 2012 Expeditions and Navigators for harmful head restraint defect

By Anthony Faccenda on February 11, 2012 - 10:52AM

Over 500 Ford Expedition and Navigator drivers could soon see a recall notice in the mail.

The 2012 Buick Verano. Photo courtesy of General Motors

Buick thinks the Verano will put the romance in your Valentine's Day

By Don Bain on February 11, 2012 - 4:22AM

Though we have to take the carmaker's word for it, GM thinks its newest 2012 Buick Verano makes all the right moves for a very special Valentine's day date and the luxurious Verano just might be the right way to start off the night.

Toyota's Prius V outselling Chevy Volt, so what?

By David Herron on February 11, 2012 - 12:12AM

To gauge the success of the Chevy Volt, against which car should it be compared, and does the Toyota Prius V make a fair comparison?

BMW ordered to pay $3 million for untrustworthy recall practices

By Anthony Faccenda on February 10, 2012 - 8:24PM

Government officials find BMW North America guilty of failing to report safety defects in a timely manner.

2012 Nissan Versa recalled due to dangerous shifter defect

By Anthony Faccenda on February 10, 2012 - 5:26PM

Some 36,000 Nissan Versa owners are expected to receive recall notices, due to a faulty shifter.

MotorWeek's John Davis (left) presents American Honda's VP of marketing operatio

Honda Odyssey gets MotorWeek's 2012 Driver's Choice Award

By Don Bain on February 10, 2012 - 3:57PM

For the sixth time in 13 years, the Honda Odyssey has garnered MotorWeek’s Driver Choice Award for the Best Minivan and has also been added to Parenting Magazine’s 2012 Smartest Cars for Families list.

Honda Delivers First Fit EV With Impressive Performance

By Nicolas Zart on February 10, 2012 - 1:09PM

The first electric Fits from Honda have been delivered to Google, Stanford University, and the City of Torrance, California making good on the company's promise.

Tesla reveals the Model X, an all-electric SUV that's faster than a Porsche 911

By David Herron on February 10, 2012 - 1:38AM

The 2013 Tesla Model X unveiled tonight is an all-electric full size SUV/minivan, capable of holding 7 full size adults and all their luggage, and with the right options is capable of out accelerating a Porsche 911.

All-new BMW 640i Gran Coupe comes with hefty price tag

By Anthony Faccenda on February 9, 2012 - 9:12PM

BMW has announced pricing details for the all-new 2013 640i Gran Coupe, which is set for release this summer.

Toyota GT86 to get lightweight RC stripper model

By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2012 - 6:10PM

Toyota plans on the new GT86 on helping the massive Japanese automaker grab some attention in the sports car world and to bolster the race-readiness of the new GT86, the least expensive of the new models will be the a lightweight stripped-out model with the trimline designation RC.

Kia's Super Bowl commercial plays to gender fantasies

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on February 9, 2012 - 5:19PM

There were many automakers with smart and funny commercials on Super Bowl Sunday. Kia managed to be a cut above the rest with its commercial featuring the Motley Crue, Chuck Liddell, and Adriana Lima.

These top 3 Toyota models may become hard to get as demand outstrips production

By Aaron Turpen on February 9, 2012 - 5:00PM

Toyota is ramping up production to meet Camry SE, Corolla, and RAV4 demand. Tacoma, Prius, and others also see rising demand and lower availability.

Taxpayer loss in Chrysler bailout tallied at $1.3 billion, a fraction of expected GM losses

By Aaron Turpen on February 9, 2012 - 4:04PM

The U.S. Treasury has announced that, with the final sale of its remaining stake in Chrysler, the loss to taxpayers is likely $1,300,000,000; a drop in the bucket compared to GM.

Introducing the 'Doubleback'. Based on the VW Transporter, the DoubleBack brings

Overland announces the VW T5 Transporter DoubleBack ultimate camper van

By Don Bain on February 9, 2012 - 3:31PM

Based on Volkswagen’s T5 Transporter, the DoubleBack is a camper van modified by Overland Motorhomes Ltd. into a pop-up, electrically extendable camper perfect for young couples or small families who hear the call of the wild, but want to take their campsite with them.

Toyota Yaris Hybrid, most affordable hybrid

Toyota Yaris Hybrid Pushing Affordable Hybrid Performance

By Nicolas Zart on February 9, 2012 - 3:23PM

The Toyota Yaris is about to embrace a hybrid platform with the furthering of the company’s pledge to reduce the size and weight of its Hybrid Synergy Drive system. Is the car aiming to seduce the US?

Why Ford has added Jon Hunstman to its Board of Directors

By Aaron Turpen on February 9, 2012 - 3:06PM

The addition of the former presidential candidate gives Ford an obvious leg up in Asia, especially China, for its global sales as the former governor and ambassador joins Ford's ranks.

All-new 2013 GMC Acadia features a surprising new safety feature

By Anthony Faccenda on February 9, 2012 - 12:51PM

With its "Professional-Grade Engineering" motto in mind, GMC has just unveiled its redesigned 2013 Acadia at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show

Seth Valentine, Chevy Sonic Quality Manager, at the Tonto National Forest in AZ.

2012 Chevy Sonic endures extreme road testing by tough quality engineer

By Frank Sherosky on February 9, 2012 - 11:41AM

Many words describe the desired traits of automobiles, but reliability and durability can only be observed via long road trips; and the 2012 Chevy Sonic is meeting expectations by first enduring the tough miles of Quality Manager, Seth Valentine.

Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon to debut in Geneva

By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2012 - 11:38AM

General Motors announced this morning that when the Geneva Motor Show opens next month, one of their key attractions for the Swiss show goers will be the new Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon – but this roomy Cruze might not ever show up in American dealerships.

Possible Ford Nürburgring GT500 test mule spied

By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2012 - 11:11AM

General Motors made big news in October when their new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 ripped off a lap time of 7:41.27 around the famous German Nürburgring race course but based on this image sent in by one of the TorqueNews readers, Ford Motor Company may be looking to put the Mustang on the list of the quickest lap times around the ‘Ring with the Shelby GT500.

Toyota announces price of the amazing 2012 Prius c

By David Herron on February 8, 2012 - 7:01PM

The Toyota Prius c is the most compact and fuel efficient Prius yet, at 55 miles/gallon fuel efficiency it has the highest MPG rating of cars you cannot plug in, and at a $18,950 base price it is even more affordable.

The 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid gets 20/25 mpg. Photo courtesy of Toyota.

Toyota to boost Highlander production at Indiana Plant next year

By Don Bain on February 8, 2012 - 4:51PM

Toyota announced plans today, pursuant to a $400 million investment and the cessation of Japanese fabrication during next year, to boost output of the Highlander, including hybrid and export models, at the Toyota Motors Manufacturing Indiana (TMMI) plant by another 50,000 units annually.

Mercedes-Benz's new active seat belt technology

Mercedes-Benz debuts new active seat belt, a breakthrough in safety technology

By Anthony Faccenda on February 8, 2012 - 4:37PM

Mercedes-Benz's new active seat belt technology aims to increase both safety and comfort for rear passengers.

Rolls-Royce apprenticeship program seeks worthy candidates

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on February 8, 2012 - 4:03PM

Have you dreamed of driving a Rolls-Royce? That isn't likely to happen my friend. However have you ever thought about building one? Rolls-Royce, which builds the finest ultra luxury vehicles in the world, has announced it is seeking candidates for its Apprenticeship Program.

Acura NSX Seinfeld spot won big at the Super Bowl

By Aaron Turpen on February 8, 2012 - 3:03PM

Of all of the automotive commercials run during the nation's biggest game of the year, the Acura NSX commercial featuring Jerry Seinfeld and Jay Leno got the most attention.

First look: Kia Track'ster wows at 2012 Chicago Auto Show

By Anthony Faccenda on February 8, 2012 - 2:09PM

The racing-inspired Kia Track'ster, an AWD 250-hp concept vehicle, was unveiled today at the Chicago Auto Show.

The 650hp 2013 Shelby Mustang GT500 drops it top in Chicago

By Patrick Rall on February 8, 2012 - 11:12AM

Ford’s Special Vehicle Team celebrated their 20th birthday earlier this week and to help celebrate this momentous occasion, Ford used the 2012 Chicago Auto Show to introduce the newest SVT monster - the 650 horsepower, 2013 Shelby Mustang GT500 Convertible.

2013 Acrua ILX Introduced with One Unexpected Detail

By Keith Griffin on February 8, 2012 - 10:55AM

Less than a month after being introduced as a "concept" at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Acura has taken the wraps off its compact 2013 ILX with complete details and one fact not previously mentioned.

Mitsubishi i-MIEV named top green vehicle, Honda drops to second

By Anthony Faccenda on February 8, 2012 - 9:51AM

The natural gas Honda Civic has been replaced by the Mitsubishi i-MIEV as the greenest car in America.

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