Automotive News (Page 1086)

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.

Post Office reduces fuel costs, pushes ride-sharing postage stamps

By Hawke Fracassa on September 29, 2011 - 6:04PM

The Post Office's Go Green Forever stamps remind Americans to consider using ride sharing and public transportation as easy ways to save fuel and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

ARK Performance 2012 Hyundai Veloster SEMA show car

2012 Hyundai Veloster Gets Twin-Scroll Turbo and More for SEMA 2011

By Keith Griffin on September 29, 2011 - 5:45PM

One of the persistent questions asked at the launch of the 2012 Hyundai Veloster was, "When is it going to get a turbo?" The answer is: SEMA Show 2011 thanks to the efforts of ARK Performance, which is installing a twin-scroll turbocharger (and a whole lot more) in the three-door coupe.

Swedish Automobiles sells Spyker Cars to US equity firm

By Patrick Rall on September 29, 2011 - 5:31PM

Swedish Automobiles, parent company of struggling Saab, has announced that they will sell the Spyker Cars portion of their company to an American equity firm in an effort to focus all of their time and resources on saving Saab as they work their way through government aided re-organization.

Toyota gives 500 Texans their own 2012 Toyota Tundra T-Force truck

By Hawke Fracassa on September 29, 2011 - 4:40PM

Toyota took the wraps off of its new 2012 Tundra T-Force today. The 2.0 Limited Edition is for off-road enthusiasts who want to make a statement about their outdoor lifestyle, Toyota General Manager Bob Carter said in unveiling the truck in Dallas at the Texas state fair.

Toyota picks Texas plant to build 2012 Tacoma TRD T|X Baja pickup

By Hawke Fracassa on September 29, 2011 - 4:12PM

Toyota today introduced a new 2012 limited-edition pickup truck in Dallas that will be assembled for eight weeks only this spring in San Antonio. The new 2012 Tacoma Toyota Racing Development T|X Extreme pickup will start at around $35,000 after it goes into production and reaches Toyota dealerships in March.

Hyundai Developing 10-speed Gearbox

By Kate McLeod on September 29, 2011 - 3:34PM

Bloomberg News reported that Park Seong Hyon, president of Hyundai Motor Group, said that Hyundai and Kia are developing a 10-speed automatic transmission for luxury vehicles together.

Truck buyers thinking green, going green

By Hawke Fracassa on September 29, 2011 - 2:28PM

A J.D Power and Associates study released today had an important finding for environmentalists. It concluded after a five-year study that many truck owners, including those who own Hinos (pictured), are thinking “green.”

J.D. Power study says truck quality is improving, but customer satisfaction is waning

By Hawke Fracassa on September 29, 2011 - 1:57PM

The quality of big workhorse trucks in America has continued to steadily improve in the past five years, but customer satisfaction has fallen, according to a J.D. Power and Associates study that came out today.

The 4-cylinder engine of the 2012 Toyota Camry

Toyota will start producing four-cylinder engine in Alabama

By Kate McLeod on September 29, 2011 - 1:01PM

Toyota, which has been manufacturing in Huntsville, Alabama for a decade, is adding production of a four-cylinder engine at that plant.

Hillary Clinton and 25,000 others support letting women drive in Saudi Arabia

By Hawke Fracassa on September 29, 2011 - 12:42PM

King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia has cancelled the flogging of Shayma Jastaniah, who had been sentenced to 10 lashes with a whip after she was found guilty of driving a family member to the hospital. It is illegal right now for women to drive in Saudi. Now public support to give women the right to drive in Saudi Arabia is growing.

The Chevrolet Camaro could get a track-only Mustang Cobra Jet fighter

By Patrick Rall on September 29, 2011 - 12:20PM

Rumors around the high performance muscle car world are indicating that when the 2011 SEMA Show opens, GM Performance Parts (GMPP) will unveil their new Stock Eliminator Chevrolet Camaro – a purpose built drag car that will help GM racers keep up with the likes of the Ford Mustang Cobra Jet and the Dodge Challenger V10 Drag Pak.

Scion rolls out 2012 Scion xD and 2012 Scion xB Release Series in Texas

By Hawke Fracassa on September 29, 2011 - 12:08PM

Japanese carmaker Scion today introduced its 2012 xD Release Series 4.0 and 2012 Scion xB Release Series 9.0 in Dallas. Both cars are affordably priced at under $20,000.

GM is adding Front Center Airbag to Buick, GMC and Chevrolet

By Kate McLeod on September 29, 2011 - 11:43AM

GM is front and center with innovation as it introduces the industry’s first front center airbag on 2013 models. The front center air bag will be introduced on the Buick Enclave, GMC Acadia, and Chevrolet Traverse midsize crossovers in the 2013 model year. This new safety feature will be standard on Acadia and Traverse with power seats and all Enclaves.

The president of Equatorial Guinea Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo

Supercar fleet of Equatorial Guinea's president seized for possible corruption

By KC Kelly on September 29, 2011 - 11:10AM

The president of the tiny African nation of Equatorial Guinea, Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo got into some trouble when a total of eleven of his high priced luxury cars got seized from his ownership. The cars were taken from the president in Paris, France on Wednesday.

The new Toyota Supra conceptualized

By Patrick Rall on September 29, 2011 - 11:07AM

There have been rumors of late that Toyota Motor Co has approved the next generation Toyota Supra and while the Japanese automaker has offered no idea as to what the new sports car would look like, Swedish designer Andreas Fougner has put together an amazing conceptualization of what the next Supra could look like when it sees production.

2011 Hyundai Sonata helps drive strong 2011 sales

New Car Sales Up in September, Will Hit 12.75 million for 2011

By Keith Griffin on September 29, 2011 - 11:05AM

TrueCar.com rightly asks the question, "What recession?" as it reports that new car sales are up 10.1 percent over last September. The car site is predicting that annual new car sales for 2011 will be 12.75 million.

Maine fastest state on east coast raising speed limit to 75 mph

By KC Kelly on September 29, 2011 - 10:22AM

Residents and visitors of the state of Maine are going to be very excited when they find out about the new increased speed limit in the state. Especially those who love to drive fast on the highways, fast drivers are now in luck with the new 75 miles per hour speed limit.

KBB says first establish a realistic budget, gives tips to car buyers

By KC Kelly on September 29, 2011 - 9:16AM

The Kelley Blue Book has come out with an informative and enlightening list of expert advice from proficient and highly knowledgeable specialist in the auto industry for first time car-buyers. It shares shopping tips and guidance on how to reduce the stress and uncertainty that comes along with buying a car.

BMW increases apprenticeships to ensure competitiveness in auto industry

By KC Kelly on September 29, 2011 - 9:13AM

Exciting news for the job market was released by The BMW Group. It will be offering employment to novices, to train them from the bottom up for some great career opportunities with BMW.

2012 Honda CR-V ready to drive in November

By Hawke Fracassa on September 28, 2011 - 11:41PM

Honda has invited the auto press in Detroit to road test the all-new 2012 Honda CR-V sport-utility vehicle on Nov. 10 at the Baronette Renaissance Novi Hotel. Reporters from TorqueNews.com and others will be given an exclusive briefing and an opportunity to drive the 2012 model.

Maserati's Kubang Video: Great car, but boring video

By Armen Hareyan on September 28, 2011 - 10:09PM

Maserati today revealed it's official video Kubang video and the fans greeted it with mixed reactions.

Penske Truck creates jobs and adds service centers in Cali, N.C. and N.Y.

By Hawke Fracassa on September 28, 2011 - 10:05PM

Penske Truck Leasing has invested more than $10 million to expand three times in 2011, creating jobs and new business in North Carolina, California and New York.

Discovery Channel's Mythbusters with hosts Jamie Hyneman and Adam Savage

Mythbusters Claims Motorcycles Produce More Emissions Than Cars

By Keith Griffin on September 28, 2011 - 10:05PM

In what is sure to generate controversy, the popular Discovery Channel series Mythbusters is reporting that motorcycles produce more emissions than cars and are not the green vehicles previously thought.

Allison makes 1 millionth 3000 Series truck transmission

By Hawke Fracassa on September 28, 2011 - 9:03PM

Allison Transmission Inc., an Indianapolis-based maker of automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems, has manufactured its 1 millionth 3000 Series transmission. It has been installed in a Freightliner M2 chassis in Lyon Station, Pa.

2012 Ford Mondeo Details Leaked: Looks premium and mascular

By Armen Hareyan on September 28, 2011 - 8:49PM

An insider information has leaked the details of the 2012 (some say 2013) Ford Mondeo, based on Evos concept.

It's official: UAW ratifies new 4-year labor contract with General Motors

By Patrick Rall on September 28, 2011 - 3:33PM

Earlier today we brought you the news that the UAW announced that most of the Local union branches who had voted to ratify the new General Motors labor contract have voted in favor of the new deal and now, the move is official as the United Auto Workers have voted to ratify the new GM 4-year labor contract.

Chevrolet Sonic to be painted using new environmentally-friendly 'three-wet' process

By Gordon Block on September 28, 2011 - 1:25PM

The new Chevrolet Sonic subcompact will be painted using a new process called "three-wet" that allows for all three layers of the paint finish to be applied without drying in between them.

October is Car Care Month: Follow vehicle maintenance safety

By KC Kelly on September 28, 2011 - 12:57PM

Keeping up with a regular vehicle maintenance program is extremely important for the care of your car and for the safety of yourself and those who drive in your car with you. October is Fall Car Care Month and a great time to make a resolution to care for your car as you would your body.

Ford InSynch connects driver to the world

GM, Ford, Toyota learning to play by connectivity-tech gadget rules

By Frank Sherosky on September 28, 2011 - 12:51PM

The connectivity segment of the auto industry is now becoming like the cell phone industry, where fickle consumers tire quickly of the latest gizmo and leave it by the roadside for the next big thing that comes along; and leases of GM, Ford, Toyota and others are directly affected.

GM-UAW contract nears union approval, Ford and Chrysler talks continue

By Patrick Rall on September 28, 2011 - 12:39PM

The final step of the full approval of the new labor agreement between General Motors and the UAW is voting for ratification by the Local union branches around the country and with 31 of the 50 or so Locals in the US, it looks like the new 4 year GM-UAW contract will be approved sometime today.

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