Automotive News (Page 1057)

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.

GM to gain Chinese Market share via attrition

By Don Bain on December 7, 2011 - 11:27PM

The foremost automotive manufacturer, General Motors Co., having sold more vehicles than any other automaker this year, now finds itself in an excellent position to gain market share in China as a number of homegrown local players find it difficult to compete with global giants in a shrinking market.

The front end of the 2013 Dodge Dart R/T

Chrysler CEO: 2013 Dodge Dart will get 40mpg

By Patrick Rall on December 7, 2011 - 8:30PM

Yesterday, the Chrysler Group offered up the first official information on the new 2013 Dodge Dart including a couple tightly cropped teaser images and a brief mention of the engines available at launch but while speaking yesterday with Reuters, Chrysler/Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne declared that the new Dodge Dart will be the first Chrysler Group vehicle to offer 40 miles per gallon.

BMW sets sales record in November

By Don Bain on December 7, 2011 - 7:46PM

BMW has just announced surpassing their total sales in 2010 by end of November, already exceeding their previous record sales in 2007 placing a 2011 target of over 1.6 million vehicles within achievable range.

Bridgestone introduces airless tires

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on December 7, 2011 - 6:51PM

Do you hate getting a flat tire? How about realizing your tire pressure is low? Bridgestone might have an answer for your, non-pneumatic airless tires.

Chevrolet Performance 2012 Catalog Featuring COPO Camaro Now Available

By Katherine Tompkins on December 7, 2011 - 4:43PM

Chevy catalog offers high performance parts and accessories, plus a look at the COPO Camaro concept vehicle

The 2012 Camaro ZL1 could be the best muscle there ever will be

By Patrick Rall on December 7, 2011 - 4:34PM

The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 packs a supercharged V8 engine first offered in the Cadillac V-Series models along with a high tech suspension system that has made its rounds in General Motors’ Corvette ZR1 and Z06 supercars. These are two features of many that help make the 2012 Camaro ZL1 one of the most amazing performance cars of all time but is the new super Camaro one of the best muscle cars of all time - or is it the best muscle car there will ever be?

Ferrari brings back “Tailor-Made” program for bespoke customers

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on December 7, 2011 - 4:11PM

Looking for an interesting Holiday gift this year? How about a customer designed car with cashmere upholstery? Ferrari is letting you order just such a car, under it's renovated Tailor-Made program.

Nissan bringing Leaf to new markets as release anniversary nears

By Don Bain on December 7, 2011 - 3:43PM

Just days before the first anniversary of the initial Nissan LEAF delivery on Dec. 11, Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) is expanding availability of the all-electric vehicle into new U.S. markets. Having moved 20,000 units globally in its first year, the Nissan LEAF remains the world's first and only all-electric car in the mass market.

Chevrolet Volt fire risk fix could cost GM over $10 million

By Patrick Rall on December 7, 2011 - 3:01PM

General Motors is hard at work, cooperating with the US government to come up with a fix for the battery related fire risk related to violent impacts and reports suggest that the General is close to proposing a solution – with a fix that could cost General Motors as much as $1,000 per vehicle.

Porsche and Dezer Properties to Build Condos Near Miami Beach

By Katherine Tompkins on December 7, 2011 - 12:42PM

Porsche Design Group and developer Dezer Properties collaborate to build ultra-luxury tower where owners can park next to their unit in a sky garage

Old style gasoline pumps from the GM Heritage Center in Sterling Heights, MI

New global winners emerging in alternative fuels says Lux Research

By Frank Sherosky on December 7, 2011 - 12:25PM

A new report, titled “Nations Race to Build Alternative Fuel Capacity,” reveals new global winners in alternative fuels are emerging as capacity grows to 54.1 billion gallons in 2015.

Scion iQ 2012 Taken to Winter Testing

By Armen Hareyan on December 7, 2011 - 10:22AM

A Canadian driver shares his experience of how 2012 Scion iQ performs during winter time.

Audi A6, A7 selected in Car and Drivers’ 2012 10BEST

By Don Bain on December 6, 2011 - 6:14PM

The Audi A6 and A7 have been designated among the 10 best cars under $80,000 in Car and Drivers’ 30th Annual 10Best Awards. The two models were selected on the basis of their superior design and technology. The 2012 Audi A8L and R8 also received Favorites recognition for cars over the price limit.

Hertz UK rents supercars like Lamborghini and Ferrari

By Katherine Tompkins on December 6, 2011 - 4:24PM

Hertz partners with Première Velocity to offer UK customers the chance to rent Lamborghinis, Ferraris, and even the McLaren MP4.

Toyota reportedly to market Prius GT300 in Super GT racing instead of GT 86

By David Herron on December 6, 2011 - 4:11PM

Do hybrid cars like the Toyota Prius have to be consigned to modest cars with pokey speed? Toyota's Prius GT300 rumors suggest otherwise.

Wireless Car targets automobile as integral to connected society

By Frank Sherosky on December 6, 2011 - 3:59PM

In an exclusive presentation preceding the 10th Annual Consumer Telematics Show 2012 scheduled for Jan 9 at Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, NV, USA, Martin Rosell, Managing Director at Wireless Car, revealed the collaborative ecosystem in a recorded live presentation that is to boost the uptake and retention of telematics services, making the car an integral part of the connected society.

Toyota research is constant as this 2008 TEMA robot shows.

Toyota pushing limits of automotive safety with four new projects

By Don Bain on December 6, 2011 - 3:43PM

Toyota's Collaborative Safety Research Center (CSRC) has announced four new research projects plus three new research partnerships focused to advance innovative vehicle safety technologies across the industry. Initially launched in January 2011 with an investment of $50 million, the CSRC pursues research via a collaborative model that prioritizes sharing talent and technology with a broad range of institutions.

Chevy Volt battles back, beats Nissan Leaf handily in November 2011

By Patrick Rall on December 6, 2011 - 2:50PM

General Motors might be dealing with battery-related issues right now but that didn’t stop the Chevrolet Volt from easily outselling the Nissan Leaf in November 2011, although the Volt still trails the Leaf in annual sales with just one month remaining.

Ford has a strong month in November 2011 behind Explorer, F150

By Patrick Rall on December 6, 2011 - 2:12PM

Ford Motor Company had a fairly strong month in November 2011 with 166,865 units sold making them the second largest automaker in the US in terms of volume and a growth rate year over year of 13.25% making them the second best American automaker in terms of improvement compared to November 2010.

Men find it easier to maintain Car, than Girlfriend

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on December 6, 2011 - 1:10PM

Are you a guy that likes to spend more time in your garage than your bedroom? A new study in Britain from Peugeot has revealed some very interesting findings. Men have an easy time maintaining their cars, but maintaining a relationship with their girlfriend, well that is really difficult!

Cyclone Power Technologies receives patent in Japan

By Frank Sherosky on December 6, 2011 - 12:45PM

Cyclone Power Technologies (OTCQB: CYPW), developer of the all-fuel, clean-tech Cyclone Engine, announced today that it has received patent protection on its engine technology in Japan.

Controlled Power Technologies shown at Engine Expo 2011 acquired by Valeo

Valeo acquires electric supercharger technology business of Controlled Power Technologies

By Frank Sherosky on December 6, 2011 - 11:50AM

In a surprising public announcement, Valeo has acquired the Variable Torque Enhancement System (VTES) business of British automotive technology development company Controlled Power Technologies (CPT).

The first two official images of the 2013 Dodge Dart

Chrysler offers first official info and teaser images of the 2013 Dodge Dart

By Patrick Rall on December 6, 2011 - 10:20AM

We have known for some time now that the Chrysler Group would use the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit to unveil a new compact sedan based on Alfa Romeo architecture but this morning, the folks under the Pentastar offered up a handful of information on this new model – officially named the 2013 Dodge Dart.

Montana testing new deicer to save money, prevent winter accidents

By Don Bain on December 5, 2011 - 9:57PM

Deicing agents, including raw salt, magnesium chloride and now brine, are such a hot-button issue, they are sure to spark controversy whenever the subject arises. So transportation officials in Montana are working with a new deicing agent utilizing a brine mixture less than 25 percent salt, stating it will save money, help keep winter roads safer and do less damage to cars than other agents.

Chinese automaker Geely to enter UK market in 2012, US debut could be coming

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on December 5, 2011 - 9:14PM

The Chinese automaker Geely has some big news - it will be entering the UK market at the end of 2012, with some impressive models arriving in dealership showrooms. This could be a major sign that Chinese cars are on their way to the US soon.

Lexus shows holiday spirit via Toys for Tots fundraising

By Don Bain on December 5, 2011 - 6:36PM

During their annual December to Remember sales event, Lexus just announced they will donate $5 to Toys for Tots for every big red bow shared via Facebook and Twitter. The campaign runs through Jan. 3, 2012, with Lexus providing up to a $100,000 donation for the social media fundraiser.

Ndamukong Suh is shown here on the right

Detroit Lions superstar Ndamukong Suh crashes his 1970 Chevelle SS

By Patrick Rall on December 5, 2011 - 3:11PM

It seems like young Detroit Lions superstar defensive lineman Ndamukong Suh has been in the news lately for all of the wrong reasons and after being suspended for two games after an alleged stomping incident in the Lions Thanksgiving Day loss to division rival Green Bay, Suh is back in the news for crashing his vintage Chevy muscle car.

Toyota will sell U.S. built 2012 Camry sedans in South Korea

By Don Bain on December 5, 2011 - 2:45PM

Toyota has just announced plans to export U.S. assembled 2012 Camry sedans to its distributor in South Korea - with roughly 6,000 units annually being sent to South Korea beginning next year.

Penske Racing and Kurt Busch separate

By Hawke Fracassa on December 5, 2011 - 11:51AM

Penske Racing and 2004 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup champion Kurt Busch (pictured) have parted ways, mutually ending their six years as partners, owner Roger Penske announced in a joint statement with the driver this morning.

Bentley's New Soundtrack Strikes Sweet Engine Note (VIDEO)

By Katherine Tompkins on December 5, 2011 - 11:47AM

Luxury car maker Bentley Motors releases video soundtrack teaser to an upcoming Bentley driving experience.

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