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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.

TorqueNews reader Bill Barnes to appear on Speed TV’s Pass Time

By Patrick Rall on March 12, 2012 - 8:14PM

TorqueNews reader and Team Detroit Racing member Bill Barnes will appear on Speed TV’s game show Pass Time this Wednesday night at 7pm – hitting the track with his self-built Ford Mustang Cobra Jet featuring a Magnuson-supercharged 5.0L V8 as the show’s contestants try to guess what his car will run in an effort to win cash prizes.

Mercedes-Benz 300 SL: The car that launched with a single press release

By Armen Hareyan on March 12, 2012 - 7:26PM

When the legendary Mercedes-Benz 300 SL sports car was launched 60 years ago today it was nothing more than a single press release.

Ford Focus Electric approved for California HOV lane, $2,500 rebate

By Patrick Rall on March 12, 2012 - 6:09PM

Two weeks ago, we brought you the news that the EPA certified the 2012 Ford Focus Electric as achieving an MPGe rating of a whopping 105 miles per gallon – making the Focus Electric one of most efficient vehicles sold in the US while also earning owners the right to drive alone in the California High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes and bringing new buyers in Cali an additional $2,500 in tax rebates.

Most fuel efficient EV and now up to $10,000 off

Electric Ford Focus Saves Money, Boosted by High Gas Prices, Incentives

By Nicolas Zart on March 12, 2012 - 4:54PM

Let’s face it, electric car interest goes up and down following the trend of petroleum price and now is as good a time to get that electric Ford Focus with the up to $10,000 incentives given.

Audi set to buy Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 12, 2012 - 4:53PM

It seems luxury German automaker Audi is going to buy the Italian motorcycle maker Ducati in an exclusive deal.

The 2013 Cadillac XTS shows off at the PGA Cadillac Championship

By Patrick Rall on March 12, 2012 - 4:10PM

The 2013 Cadillac XTS will serve as the flagship General Motors luxury sedan, effectively replacing the DTS and STS and to show the cargo carrying capabilities of the new full sized sedan, the company announced that the new XTS can hold four full sized golf bags and four adults in the pinnacle of American luxury.

Toyota brings back its 100 Cars for Good charity, get ready to vote for your favorite

By Aaron Turpen on March 12, 2012 - 3:31PM

Toyota is revisiting its very popular 100 Cars for Good program that gives away 100 cars in 100 days to charities around the nation. Voting live on Facebook.

Stealth, whicked powerful Brabus 800 E V12 now topless

Wicked Brabus 800 E V12 Biturbo Is Stealthy And Topless

By Nicolas Zart on March 12, 2012 - 2:35PM

If you want the ultimate fighting machine that doesn’t stand out at every red light begging for competition but can still take on anything, than the BRABUS 800 E V12 Biturbo are the cars for you.

Why pay for Sirius when BMW offers free radio app

By John Goreham on March 12, 2012 - 2:21PM

BMW announced today that the company is in cooperation with Stitcher to enable the Sticher Smart Radio App to operate in BMW and MINI vehicles.

A still from the second 2013 Nissan Altima teaser video

Nissan teases the 2013 Altima in a second video

By Patrick Rall on March 12, 2012 - 1:41PM

Nissan Motors has once again teased the 2013 Altima ahead of the New York International Auto Show with a new 8 second video – this time showing a portion of the new front end and giving us our first look at the headlight and grille design of the new Nissan midsized sedan.

The 2012 Toyota Prius C build site is live

By Patrick Rall on March 12, 2012 - 12:25PM

The “build your own” option for the 2012 Toyota Prius C is live on the website of the massive Japanese automaker – allowing hopeful owners a chance to configure the compact hybrid to their liking and see just how expensive (or in this case, how inexpensive) their ideal Prius C will be.

2013 Dodge Charger Sprint Cup with the 2013 Dodge Charger R/T road car

The 2013 Dodge Charger Sprint Cup gets unveiled in Vegas, smashing all previous designs

By Aaron Turpen on March 11, 2012 - 10:43PM

Race fans in Las Vegas, Nevada were treated to the unveil of the latest in the new look for NASCAR, this one from Chrysler-Dodge with their new 2013 Charger Sprint Cup, whose looks are likely the best yet unveiled for the new-generation makeover in racing.

Mazda partners with ESPN International to broadcast USF2000 & Star Mazda around the world

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 11, 2012 - 9:26PM

Mazda has teamed up with ESPN International to allow racing fans around the world to follow their favorite race car drivers and teams a better viewing experience with a total of 13 hours of racing scheduled to be broadcast in 2012, for the Star Mazda Championship Presented by Goodyear and the Cooper Tires USF2000 Championship Powered by Mazda.

Toyota launches "Game of Life" ad campaign for Prius C targeting Gen Ys

By David Herron on March 11, 2012 - 9:06PM

Toyota hopes to reach Generation Y with new ad campaign presenting the Toyota Prius c as a key part of life choices.

2013 Infiniti XJ commercials to air during NCAA Selection Sunday

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 11, 2012 - 7:31PM

Infiniti will be launching the new 2013 Infiniti JX SUV across the country this month and will be tying in the launch with the three television spots to air for the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) March Madness Selection Sunday.

Tata Megapixel at Geneva Motor Show unveil

Tata Megapixel concept unveils at Geneva as a new and innovative range extended electric

By Aaron Turpen on March 11, 2012 - 4:17PM

Move over and make some room, Opel Ampera, there's a new RE-EV coming from India's largest automaker and Tata has pulled out all the design stops for this little powerhouse of engineering.

Audi R8 tribute video shows teaser of second generation R8

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 11, 2012 - 4:12PM

Audi has released a teaser video of the second generation Audi R8, which all gearheds are surely eagerly waiting for.

Over 6000 San Diegan's driving electric Smart ForTwo's in car2go service

By David Herron on March 11, 2012 - 4:09PM

Launched in November 2011, the San Diego car2go service boasts 6000 members (and growing) after 100 days of service, in the only all-electric car sharing service in America.

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe redesign revealed on twitter

By John Goreham on March 11, 2012 - 2:36PM

In a nod to the importance of social media, Hyundai chose Twitter to reveal the look and name of its new style for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.

2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco to get two new power-dense engines

2013 Chevrolet Malibu to drive with two new powertrains

By Frank Sherosky on March 11, 2012 - 12:59PM

Think two new power-dense power trains for the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, a Ecotec 2.5L and a 2.0L turbo, but only one will get the eAssist as an option.

Nissan answers questions about optimally charging the Nissan Leaf

By David Herron on March 10, 2012 - 4:54PM

Nissan's latest video on the Nissan Leaf covers what charger installation at home, the speed of charging via various charging station options, fast charging at a CHADEMO DC Fast Charge station, and the optimal charge level.

The 2013 Ford Taurus SHO - more performance, bigger price

By Patrick Rall on March 10, 2012 - 4:06PM

Pricing is available on the official Ford Vehicles website and the refreshed 2013 Ford Taurus SHO sports a price increase to go along with the new look – with a price for the high performance full sized sedan starting $1,045 more than the 2012 Taurus SHO.

An electric Morgan is on its way probably

Morgan Offers A Potential Electric Drive Along Its V8 Version

By Nicolas Zart on March 10, 2012 - 2:12PM

The famous British car maker Morgan has barely changed the styling of its car in a century while modernizing its underpinning to accept a V8, is now introducing an electric version to the Plus family.

Test drive a Mazda and $25 goes to school libraries.

Test Drive a Mazda and Put a Book in a School Library

By Keith Griffin on March 10, 2012 - 9:58AM

Mazda may be having its financial problems but that hasn't stopped it from committing to donating $1 million to buy books for public school libraries.

2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost in two-tone finish

Rolls-Royce Pimps Out a Two-Tone Bespoke Ghost

By Keith Griffin on March 10, 2012 - 9:26AM

First there was a two-tone Rolls-Royce Phantom. Now, in a special space at the Geneva Motor Show, Rolls-Royce is unveiling a a two-tone Rolls-Royce Ghost.

Mazda discontinues the CX-7 in North America

By Anthony Faccenda on March 10, 2012 - 8:59AM

In attempt to make room for the all-new CX-5, Mazda has discontinued the CX-7 in U.S. markets.

Mood lighting for your car - the next evolution in safety?

By Aaron Turpen on March 10, 2012 - 12:38AM

Ambient interior lighting can affect a driver's mood and be used as a safety enhancement and driver-to-driver communications tool, says one designer at Ford.

Odyne Systems 2012 Ford F-750 Plug-in Hybrid Truck

2012 Ford F-750 Hybrid Plug-in from Odyne

By Aaron Turpen on March 10, 2012 - 12:15AM

It may not be as hot as a the new Bentley truck, but the F-750 PHEV debuting at the NTEA show is serious business.

Fiat and Volvo Partnership a possibility

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 9, 2012 - 5:59PM

Reports have come out that Fiat, the Italian automaker and Volvo, the Swedish automaker, might form a partnership and alliance which would strengthen each company.

How recycled oil can boost your car and the Earth

By Don Bain on March 9, 2012 - 5:54PM

According to Universal Lubricants of Wichita KS, recycled oil is not only of better quality than oil made from raw petroleum, but prevents the consumption of two barrels of raw crude with every four-quart oil change and lessens the release of pernicious emissions from processing up to 65 percent.

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