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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.

The 2011 Toyota Sequoia is a flex fuel on and off-road warrior
By Don Bain on September 12, 2011 - 11:27AM
The 2011 Toyota Sequoia combines the capacities and capabilities of a full size SUV with flex fuel versatility and the surprising handling of a somewhat smaller vehicle.
Patent Board ranks GM No.1 again for auto innovation
By Frank Sherosky on September 12, 2011 - 10:30AM
General Motors remains the No. 1 innovator among 184 companies ranked by The Patent Board in its quarterly automotive and transportation industry scorecard.
Chevy Volt owners report 4 million summer miles powered by electricity
By Frank Sherosky on September 12, 2011 - 10:06AM
Chevy Volt owners collectively drove nearly 6 million miles, of which two-thirds were powered by full electric power.
New BorgWarner silent chain improves technology in Hyundai, Kia cars
By Keith Griffin on September 12, 2011 - 9:46AM
BorgWarner has created a new silent chain for the balance shaft drive on Hyundai's four-cylinder gas direct-injection (GDI) and turbo-GDI engines found in the Hyundai Sonata and Kia Sorento that is going to make using your in-vehicle technology a whole lot easier.
War of the kiosks at 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show
By Armen Hareyan on September 12, 2011 - 8:47AM
Automakers unveil the sketches of their kiosk stands at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show to lure more people as Toyota has shown its stand at the 64th international motor show.
Renault Frendzy concept is coming to Frankfurt show: dual-responsibility car
By Gordon Block on September 12, 2011 - 1:02AM
The dual-purpose and all-electric Renault Frendzy, which intends to combine a fully-functional work van with a personal family vehicle, will be on display for critics and consumers to evaluate at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show.
ES 350 leads Lexus revival
By Hawke Fracassa on September 11, 2011 - 11:58PM
The slump at Lexus is over. The luxury marque sold 10,331 cars last month, an uptick of 6.2% over the same period last year. The ES 350 (pictured), Lexus's entry luxury sedan, was the Japanese company's best-selling car (3,887). Another big boost: Lexus moved 3,238 hybrids in August, an increase of 56.1% over 2010.
The Audi R8 E-Tron nearing final stage at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show
By Don Bain on September 11, 2011 - 11:36PM
The Audi R8 E-Tron concept was first introduced at the Frankfurt Auto Show during 2009, and when it returns to highlight Audi’s appearance at the 2011 Motor Show the R8 E-Tron is expected to be very close to the final production model, slated for 2012 commercial release.
Conservatively redesigned Fiat Punto at Frankfurt Auto Show
By Gordon Block on September 11, 2011 - 11:32PM
Fiat is doing an emergency styling revamp before the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show on the Punto subcompact to give it a more conservative look, hoping to reverse a slowing sales trend.
New Stratos to be displayed at 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show
By Armen Hareyan on September 11, 2011 - 10:21PM
The New Stratos will be displayed at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show giving car lowers yet another excuse to visit the 64th international Frankfurt Motor Show.
GM, Ford and Toyota stock downtrends enforce need for trader mentality
By Frank Sherosky on September 11, 2011 - 7:30PM
Despite all the news by President Obama, the FOMC and the government committing to more fiscal stimulus, many auto sector stock investors in GM, Ford and Toyota have taken a hard hit with lower highs and lower lows, and are now left in a quandary: Who is best qualified to deal with this kind of market uncertainty, buy & hold investors or short-term traders?
Remembering 911 with names and Taps can make a stone cry
By Frank Sherosky on September 11, 2011 - 2:19PM
Anyone who heard the names of those lost on 911 ten years ago can still feel cracking of all the hearts of the families left behind, but at no time is this more profound than the trumpet sound of Taps.
Toyota, Infiniti, Volvo and others remember 9/11
By Armen Hareyan on September 11, 2011 - 10:51AM
Volvo, Toyota, Infiniti and others in the auto industry are joining their voices to the millions around the world and posting messages on their Facebook pages by taking a moment to remember 9/11. Here is what these car makers write.
You Can Now Hail a Ford Transit Connect CNG Taxi in Los Angeles
By Keith Griffin on September 11, 2011 - 12:58AM
The next time you hail a taxi in Los Angeles it could be the new Ford Transit Connect CNG taxi that is now hitting the streets on the West Coast.
Ram to get Fiat-sourced Doblo panel van for 2013
By Gordon Block on September 10, 2011 - 9:41PM
The Ram brand will get a version of Fiat's Turkish-built Doblo panel van for 2013, to compete with Ford's increasingly popular Transit Connect.
Compared with other auto shows, Detroit is still the best in the world
By Hawke Fracassa on September 10, 2011 - 7:01PM
Detroit is like Cleveland, Youngstown or Buffalo. It is an urban center that's easy to kick when it's down because there are too many things to fix and not enough money to fix them. But one thing Detroit has that the other have-not cities lack is a world-class auto show, which compared with other auto shows is still the best in the world.
Ford, Chrysler add expertise with new directors
By Hawke Fracassa on September 10, 2011 - 4:42PM
Ford Motor Co. and Chrysler Group LLC added three new people to their respective board of directors last week, according to a report in the Detroit Auto Scene newspaper. The Ford director was elected, the two Chrysler directors, appointed.
2012 Scion iQ will sport Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max Tires
By KC Kelly on September 10, 2011 - 4:06PM
The Toyota Scion brand and the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company are teaming up to introduce all new sleek 2012 Scion iQ equipped with the superior performing Goodyear tire. Scion will sport the popular Goodyear fuel-efficient tire for its new 2012 model coming to showrooms in October.
40 MPG details released about 2012 Hyundai Veloster onsale next week
By Keith Griffin on September 10, 2011 - 1:01AM
The 2012 Hyundai Veloster was officially unveiled to the automotive media today in Portland, Oregon, with new details being revealed about the three-door coupe that goes on sale next week.
BMW to reveal six world debuts at the 64th Frankfurt Auto Show
By Don Bain on September 9, 2011 - 7:53PM
BMW is bringing six world debuts plus one European and one German debut to the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show this week - in the second largest metropolitan center in Germany nestled along the Main river.
The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic configurator comes online
By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2011 - 7:50PM
The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic enters the world with the hopes of exercising the devils of the Chevy Aveo that it is replacing and those wanting to get their hands on one of these spunky new Chevy B segment compacts can now build their dream Chevy Sonic on the Chevrolet website.
U.S. will get first look at 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera at Rennsport
By Hawke Fracassa on September 9, 2011 - 7:43PM
The all-new Porsche 911 Carrera, redesigned inside and out for 2012 and entering its 48th year and seventh generation, will be on display for the first time in North America for Porsche enthusiasts to see up close in October at Rennsport Reunion IV at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, Calif.
GM: No Buick Regal Wagon coming to the US
By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2011 - 6:43PM
The Buick Regal is very closely based on the European Opel Insignia so when spyshots surfaced showing a Buick Regal Wagon in the Detroit area, many assumed that the Opel Insignia Sports Tourer would be making an appearance as a sports wagon for the Buick brand but according to multiple sources, that isn’t going to happen.
2009, 2010, 2011 Honda Pilot SUVs recalled over faulty front seat belts
By Hawke Fracassa on September 9, 2011 - 6:36PM
Honda announced a recall this evening of 310,773 Pilot SUVs from the 2009 (pictured), 2010 and 2011 model years to inspect and, if necessary, to replace driver and front passenger seat belts.
New Cadillac ATS teaser video shows a manual transmission
By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2011 - 6:17PM
We are growing ever closer to the world’s first look at the Cadillac ATS (the vehicle dubbed GM’s BMW 3-Series fighter) and GM recently published a video on the internet of GM boss Mark Reuss driving the new ATS on a closed circuit – offering us a handful of quick looks at the interior features of the new sedan including Mr. Reuss rowing his own gears with the manual transmission.
Need for Speed: The Run shows off their Porsches in a new trailer
By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2011 - 5:39PM
Less than two weeks after we brought you the news that the eagerly awaited Forza Motorsports 4 will not have any Porsche models because Electronic Arts (maker of the Need for Speed series of games) owns the gaming rights to all Porsche models, EA has offered up a new trailer video of Need for Speed: The Run – which just so happens to show off a couple of their Porsche models.
Nissan sets prices for 2012 Pathfinder, Xterra, Frontier
By Hawke Fracassa on September 9, 2011 - 3:49PM
Nissan's 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (SUV), Xterra (SUV, pictured) and Frontier (pickup truck) have arrived at dealerships nationwide. Here is a complete price breakdown for each 2012 vehicle. There are new exterior colors, tweaks to equipment packages and the new Frontier Sport Appearance Package. All prices for the 2012 Pathfinder, Xterra and Frontier are listed in U.S. dollars (USD).
The riskiest trucks on the road today from 2011
By Don Bain on September 9, 2011 - 3:45PM
The riskiest trucks on the road today have one thing in common and that is the lack of an Electronic Stability Control, which takes advantage of anti-lock brakes, throttle control and sensors to regulate power and braking whenever an unstable directional condition is perceived.
Electric car manufacturers optimistic despite high costs, report
By KC Kelly on September 9, 2011 - 2:37PM
Electric vehicles sales are slowly increasing; however, EVs are not inexpensive and companies are fighting to help make them more affordable and practical for consumers. Yet the auto makers stay optimistic, according to the Bedford Report.
Re-enactment will celebrate classic Silver Ghost Rolls-Royce automobiles
By Hawke Fracassa on September 9, 2011 - 12:44PM
The 1911 Experimental Speed Car known as 1701 will lead 17 historic Rolls-Royce Silver Ghosts on Sunday from the Royal Automobile Club in Pall Mall, to re-enact the 1911 London to Edinburgh Top Gear Trial, which solidified the marque's reputation as a world-class luxury car.
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