Automotive News (Page 1051)

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.

Toyota taking tradeshow participation to next level with LA Auto Show

By Don Bain on November 19, 2011 - 5:05PM

Toyota’s exhibits at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show include social and mobile media apps plus activities allowing attendees to interact with the show in fresh new ways at and around the Los Angeles Convention Center. Download a new smartphone mobile app from Toyota and you can easily navigate through a host of unique programs sponsored by the brand during the show’s run through Nov. 27.

The Subaru BRZ STI debuts at the 2011 LA Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on November 18, 2011 - 2:00PM

The 2011 LA Auto Show brought the world the first good look of the high performance BRZ STI, Subaru’s offering from the vehicle family developed jointly with Toyota which will yield both Toyota and Subaru models, as well as a Scion model with the production debut slated for all of them planned for the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show.

GE WattStation(TM) appears with CODA Automotive at 2011 LA Auto Show

By Frank Sherosky on November 18, 2011 - 12:43PM

CODA Automotive, with full presence at the 2011 LA Auto Show touting its 150 mile driving range EV, has teamed up with GE Energy for its GE WattStation(TM), a wall-mounted EV charging station.

The 2013 Nissan GT-R arrives at the 2011 LA Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on November 18, 2011 - 12:31PM

Among the highest performance vehicles to grace the floor of the 2011 LA Auto Show was the 2013 Nissan GT-R which, while looking like the 2012 models, gets a handful of revisions to keep it on a level playing field with some of the world’s most incredible supercars.

Daily chart of GM stock from IPO to 11-17-2011

GM stock breaks below price support one day before option expiration

By Frank Sherosky on November 17, 2011 - 8:05PM

Stock price dynamics as told by price-time charts do not lie. Today, General Motors Company (NYSE: GM) stock followed the direction of the general market by moving lower; but in the GM stock’s case, took a dive past price support one day before Option expiration Friday.

Jay Leno talks about the Volt while Richard Petty listens.

Jay Leno drives his Chevy Volt 11,000 miles without buying gas

By Patrick Rall on November 17, 2011 - 7:35PM

Well known TV personality and automotive collector Jay Leno originally stated that he wasn’t interested in buying the very first 2011 Chevrolet Volt but Leno is among the celebs who was quick to grab up the new electric Chevy - which after 11,000 miles still hasn’t made a trip to the gas station.

The BMW i3 introduces sensibility to the i-series lineup in LA

By Patrick Rall on November 17, 2011 - 2:03PM

The BMW i8 is pure awesomeness but in all reality, the majority of those looking to buy electric vehicles are more concerned with range than they are concerned with having 569 horsepower so for the sensible electric luxury city car buyer, the 2011 LA Auto Show holds the key in the form of the new BMW i3.

The BMW i8 introduces LA to the electric hybrid supercar

By Patrick Rall on November 17, 2011 - 1:05PM

The new BMW i8 made its grand debut earlier this year in Germany but with the opening of the 2011 LA Auto Show, the American auto show crowd is introduced to the next generation of BMW high performance – combining electric vehicle technology and BMW driving dynamics in an incredibly sleek supercar.

Powerful and sporty Jaguar XKR-S Convertible debuts at the LA Auto Show

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on November 17, 2011 - 12:43PM

The Jaguar XKR-S Convertible is currently being showcased at the LA Auto Show. The latest creation from the British icon is the fastest and most powerful open-topped GT Jaguar has ever built. The Jaguar XKR-S Convertible will deliver sheer driving pleasure to anyone who is lucky enough to get behind the wheel.

2012 Mitsubishi i most fuel efficient vehicle in U.S.

2012 Mitsubishi i Deemed Most Fuel Efficient Car in America

By Keith Griffin on November 17, 2011 - 10:34AM

The EPA has deemed the 2012 Mitsubishi i the most fuel efficient car in America in its list of "Fuel Economy Leaders: 2012 Model Year" in the governmental agency's annual Fuel Economy Guide.

2012 Chevy Volt safer than non-hybrid vehicles

Study Shows Hybrids Significantly Safer, Unless You're on Foot

By Keith Griffin on November 17, 2011 - 6:59AM

In the wake of news this week about an increased corporate average fuel economy, or CAFE, comes a study from the Highway Loss Data Institute that claims hybrid vehicles are significantly safer than their gasoline counterparts, unless you're a pedestrian.

Nissan recalls 2011 and 2012 370Z, Infiniti G37 over pinching risks

By Patrick Rall on November 16, 2011 - 9:46PM

You read that title correctly – the NHTSA has announced a recall of 2011 and 2012 model year Nissan 370Z coupes and convertibles along with 2011 and 2012 Infiniti G37 coupes over a concern that the power windows may not be calibrated properly and should a body part be in the window when it is attempting to go up, it could cause a “pinch injury”.

Details Show 2013 Infiniti JX Big in Lots of Ways Except One Important Area

By Keith Griffin on November 16, 2011 - 3:13PM

Infiniti has gone against conventional wisdom by introducing the big 2013 Infiniti JX at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Except it appears to be lacking in engine size.

CODA automobile from website also shown at 2011 LA Auto Show

CODA Automotive touts 150 mile EV range at 2011 LA Auto Show

By Frank Sherosky on November 16, 2011 - 2:26PM

Watch out, Detroit. You may not have heard of CODA Automotive, but the company’s presence at the 2011 LA Auto Show proves that electric vehicles can indeed fit five people comfortably in a sedan category and still provide a 150 mile range.

Details Announced on 2012 Hyundai Azera at Los Angeles Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on November 16, 2011 - 12:05PM

Just hours before its announcement at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Hyundai has released complete details on the 2012 Hyundai Azera. It is the last of Hyundai's products to receive a major makeover in the last 24 months.

LA Auto Show displays first MINI Cooper Hardtop B-Spec prototype for racing

By Frank Sherosky on November 16, 2011 - 11:58AM

The timing of the LA Auto Show and the announcement of MINI USA partnering with MINI of Charleston (South Carolina) is no mere coincidence. The MINI Cooper Hardtop will begin racing in the B-Spec series for the 2012 race season.

The 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth arrives at the 2011 LA Auto Show with 160hp

By Patrick Rall on November 16, 2011 - 11:56AM

Among the vehicles making their North American production debut at the 2011 LA Auto Show is the 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth – a high performance, track ready version of the subcompact Italian coupe that reintroduced Americans to the Fiat brand earlier this year.

Cadillac Reveals Complete 2013 Cadillac XTS Details Except Price

By Keith Griffin on November 16, 2011 - 11:15AM

GM has revealed detailed information about the 2013 Cadillac XTS in advance of today's official unveiling at the Los Angeles Auto Show. About the only detail missing is price but we've come up with a decent estimate of a starting MSRP.

The 2012 Ford Escape will debut at the LA Auto Show this week

By Don Bain on November 16, 2011 - 5:32AM

When the next generation of the Ford Escape is revealed this week at the Los Angeles Auto Show, it will come with bright new features, three different engines, including two EcoBoost versions, innovative new technology and what Ford thinks will be the best fuel economy in its class.

The new Chevy Spark with Chevrolet marketing director Christi Landy

Torque News Exclusive: marketing director on the 2011 LA Auto Show debut of the 2013 Chevy Spark

By Frank Sherosky on November 15, 2011 - 10:33PM

Chevrolet marketing director for the Spark, Christi Landy, spoke with Torque News editor-in-chief, Armen Hareyan, for the debut of the 2013 Chevy Spark at the 2011 LA Auto Show.

Exclusive interview with 2012 Camaro ZL1 marketing manager John Fitzpatrick at the 2011 LA Auto Show

By Frank Sherosky on November 15, 2011 - 8:48PM

Ahead of the LA Auto Show whereby press days start tomorrow, Torque News Editor-in-Chief, Armen Hareyan, spent some quality time at the Chevrolet J Lounge for an interview with John Fitzpatrick, Marketing Manager for Chevrolet Performace Cars that includes the Chevolet Camaro and Corvette. He spoke specifically about the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1.

GM unveils the new 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Daytona Prototype

By Patrick Rall on November 15, 2011 - 8:02PM

Today, General Motors took the wraps off of the Corvette that many believed offered some insight into the next generation of the American performance car but in reality this sleek new sports car is the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Daytona Prototype – the vehicle that GM expects will help the company return to Grand Am racing greatness beginning with the Rolex 24 at Daytona International Speedway next January.

Slow Fiat 500 sales bring about layoffs at the Dundee engine plant

By Patrick Rall on November 15, 2011 - 5:16PM

The Fiat 500 has not sold quite as well as the company had expected prior to the launch and reports are indicating that the company will be laying off some of the workers who build the Fiat’s 1.4L MultiAir engine for the North American market.

Third Chevrolet Volt fire could bring about new EV regulations

By Patrick Rall on November 15, 2011 - 4:39PM

We brought you the news last week that the NHTSA had stepped up an investigation into the safety of the high voltage lithium ion batteries and today, it looks as though the feds could introduce new legislation pertaining to electric or hybrid vehicles after those vehicles have been wrecked.

The 2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca

The 2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302 to debut at the 2011 LA Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on November 15, 2011 - 3:55PM

Even though the modern Boss 302 Mustang is less than a year old, Ford Motor Company has refreshed the 2013 Mustang Boss 302 and Boss 302 Laguna Seca with a refreshed exterior design featuring a paint scheme and graphics to pay homage to the 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 that Parnelli Jones’ piloted to a Trans Am series championship.

British automaker Atalanta Motors to be revived

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on November 15, 2011 - 2:06PM

Have you heard of Atalanta Motors? Most people have not, but Atalanta Motors is arguably the most innovative and stylish pre-war British car manufacturer is set to make a comeback.

The 2013 Ford Mustang gets a new look, the 2013 Mustang GT gets more power

By Patrick Rall on November 15, 2011 - 11:57AM

We have seen spyshots, we have seen teasers and this morning, we all get our first official look at the slightly refreshed 2013 Ford Mustang that is set to debut tomorrow at the 2011 LA Auto Show – which not only gets a few new features but Ford has upped the power of their 5.0L V8 in the 2013 Mustang GT to 420 horsepower.

Intra-week chart of Cyclone Power Technologies stock (Pink Sheets: CYPW)

Cyclone Power Technologies announces financial results for Third Quarter 2011

By Frank Sherosky on November 15, 2011 - 11:53AM

Direct from its headquarters in Pompano Beach, FL, Cyclone Power Technologies (Pink Sheets: CYPW), developer of the all-fuel, clean-tech Cyclone Engine, announced its operational and financial results for the third quarter of 2011.

The information display on the 2013 Ford Mustang with the 0-30,0-60 and 0-100 times shown

By Patrick Rall on November 15, 2011 - 11:49AM

The information display on the 2013 Ford Mustang

By Patrick Rall on November 15, 2011 - 11:47AM

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