Automotive News (Page 1096)

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 Camaro ZL1 is the most powerful new muscle car with 580hp/556tq

By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2011 - 11:06AM

Since we first learned that the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 would feature the same supercharged LSA V8 found in the Cadillac V-Series lineup, there have been speculations as to how much power this new super-Camaro would offer but today, GM has announced that the ZL1 officially makes 580 horsepower and 556 lb-ft of torque – making it the most powerful Camaro in the model’s history.

Audi's exclusive virtual tour at 2011 Frankfurt Auto show

By KC Kelly on September 9, 2011 - 10:56AM

Audi will be at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show with its exclusive on-site Audi IAA 2011 application. This app turns your personal smartphone into your personal information portal and audio guide for the show.

NASCAR team adds Safe Skies as Ford Fusion Sprint Cup car sponsor

By Hawke Fracassa on September 9, 2011 - 10:51AM

Safe Skies is the new sponsor for the FAS Lane Racing car that is entered in NASCAR's Wonderful Pistachio 400 Sprint Cup race at Richmond International Raceway on Saturday.

Mitsubishi Increases Price of 2012 i-MIEV Electric Car

By Kate McLeod on September 9, 2011 - 9:47AM

Mitsubishi says it has increased the price of its 2012 i-MIEV electric car by $1,135 due to unforeseen market conditions.

President Obama tells Congress why new U.S. jobs need to be Job One

By Hawke Fracassa on September 8, 2011 - 10:26PM

President Obama addressed a joint session of Congress tonight to outline a jobs plan that will get teachers, emergency personnel and chronically laid-off auto workers (six months or more) back to work. The president made the speech at the Capitol in Washington. What follows is text from that speech, unedited and provided to TN by the White House.

Hit-run victim's mom crusades for safer roads

By Hawke Fracassa on September 8, 2011 - 9:23PM

Raquel Nelson will soon deliver 158,000 signatures to the Atlanta Department of Transportation to demand immediate safety improvements on the road where her son was killed by a hit-and-run driver last year.

Leasing cars sight unseen a growing trend

By Hawke Fracassa on September 8, 2011 - 8:44PM

Almost twice as many people since 2007 are leasing cars without test-driving them first, and most drivers are making the transactions over the Internet, according to LeaseTrader.com, which studies industry trends and statistics.

The new Korean 4-door sport sedan expect to be called the Kia GT

By Patrick Rall on September 8, 2011 - 7:54PM

In mid-August, we got our first look at the new Kia’s new rear wheel drive sport sedan that many believed would be called the Veredus but based on newly unearthed pictures of this new sport sedan, it looks like this car will be known as the Kia GT.

The Audi A2 Concept looks ready to tackle the BMW i3

By Patrick Rall on September 8, 2011 - 7:23PM

The Audi A2 Concept is expected to make its grand debut next week at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show but the German automaker has offered up a couple images and some scant information as to what to expect from their new subcompact.

Volkswagen Delays Merger With Porsche Beyond 2011

By Kate McLeod on September 8, 2011 - 7:17PM

In 2009, Volkswagen and Porsche Automobil Holding SE agreed to a merger that would take place by the end of 2011. Now things are different.

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster ready for runway at Fashion Week

By Don Bain on September 8, 2011 - 6:35PM

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG’s exquisite style will get a run for its money during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sept. 8 to 15 from a line-up of 99 designers showing their Spring 2012 Collections at the Lincoln Center.

The 2012 Buick Verano priced starting at $23,470

By Patrick Rall on September 8, 2011 - 6:13PM

The Buick brand has seen strong growth over the past year thanks to new models like the LaCrosse, Enclave and the Regal with the 2012 Buick Verano expected to help this affordably luxury brand to enter the C-segment – with more success expected with the recently announced 2012 Verano MSRP of $23,470 (with the $885 destination fee).

A New Generation of Ford Taxicabs Hits New York City Streets

By Kate McLeod on September 8, 2011 - 5:34PM

There was a time when visitors to New York City put a cab ride on their to do list. With the potholes the size of canyons and vehicles lacking shock absorbers, taking a cab in New York was better than a ride at an amusement park. New Ford Taxicabs are coming to NYC.

Report on Increased Energy Production Targets President Obama's Speech Tonight

By Kate McLeod on September 8, 2011 - 5:14PM

In anticipation of President Obama’s speech tonight, September 8, the American Petroleum Institute (API) released a report yesterday that said government policies to increase domestic energy production could add about a million jobs to the economy over the next seven years. API, the oil industry’s largest lobbying group, aimed its report directly at Obama’s address.

The Lexus Crash Test Genius is no dummy

By Don Bain on September 8, 2011 - 4:13PM

In the Lexus ad, at first all is darkness, then a human avatar of 119 points of light slides through space as though riding an invisible conveyance when suddenly a much more detailed human form constructed from 2,000,000 points of light, comes in to view from the opposite direction – the two forms collide.

Latest Toyota FT-86 Concept coming to Frankfurt

By Patrick Rall on September 8, 2011 - 3:31PM

Toyota has shown off their new FT-86 Concept in the past but when the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show opens next week, the Japanese automaker will roll out their newest version of the FT-86 II – although it is yet another concept version.

Tour Engine to present at DEER Conference in Detroit

By Frank Sherosky on September 8, 2011 - 12:53PM

For the second year in a row, Dr. Oded Tour, CEO of Tour Engine, will present at the 17th Directions in Energy-Efficiency and Emissions Research (DEER) Conference in Detroit on October 3-6, 2011.

Toyota announces price jump for base 2012 Tacoma

By Keith Griffin on September 8, 2011 - 12:53PM

What do you do when fuel prices are stabilizing - if not falling a little bit - and you have the best selling compact pickup truck in America? If you're Toyota you raise the price of the 2012 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck just because you can.

Lexus confirms LFA record 'Ring lap time of 7:14.64 with video

By Patrick Rall on September 8, 2011 - 12:21PM

Last Friday we brought you the breaking news that the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition had once again taken to the track from which it derives its name with record-setting results and we now have positive confirmation from the luxury automaker that their LFA supercar indeed set the production car record with an incredible time of just 7:14.64.

Ford F150, Escape investigations closed without additional recalls

By Patrick Rall on September 8, 2011 - 11:32AM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced the closer of investigations over the Ford F150 over concerns of fuel tank strap issues and the Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner over concerns of the rear lift gate window malfunctioning.

Saab’s request for government protection denied – bankruptcy appears imminent

By Patrick Rall on September 8, 2011 - 10:50AM

We reported yesterday that Saab and parent company Swedish Automobile had filed for government protection from their unpaid suppliers and employees who are getting ever closer to forcing Saab into bankruptcy and today, Saab is one step closer to facing bankruptcy as the Swedish government has denied the automaker’s plea for protection.

Mercedes 2012 M-Class SUV patrols at NY Fashion Week

By KC Kelly on September 8, 2011 - 9:53AM

The all new Mercedes 2012 M-Class SUV is the Mercedes’ Fashion Ranger vehicle that people will see on the streets of New York City this week during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week NY. This world renown show will be taking place at Lincoln Center from September 8-15, 2011.

BMW Group named automotive sector leader

By Frank Sherosky on September 8, 2011 - 9:53AM

BMW Group has once again been recognized as the world’s most sustainable automotive company - Sector leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for seventh consecutive year.

Lexus and Dunlop team up for Lexus 2013 GS 350 tires

By KC Kelly on September 8, 2011 - 9:37AM

Lexus and Dunlop are teaming up to make the ultimate in luxury. The all-new 2013 Lexus GS 350 is a stunning luxury sedan, and this new model will appear with Dunlop tires when the vehicle is introduced early next year.

Harley-Davidson's new ad trumps all for animal lovers

By KC Kelly on September 8, 2011 - 8:36AM

Harley-Davidson Motor Company has just launched an innovative and interesting new advertising campaign that may just trump all others. The motorcycle company's advertisement was aired during the season premiere of Sons of Anarchy on the FX network and had animal lovers exhilarated.

Volkswagen debuts limited edition Polo & Vento in India

By KC Kelly on September 8, 2011 - 8:13AM

Volkswagen, the German carmaker shared that it will be introducing a limited edition of two new and different models of its already established compact car, the Polo Breeze and its mid-sized sedan, the Vento Breeze. These vehicles will be showing up as the holiday season approaches.

Altair unveils world's first hydraulic-hybrid transit bus

By Frank Sherosky on September 7, 2011 - 10:41PM

Altair ProductDesign, a global product development consultancy and wholly-owned subsidiary of Altair Engineering, Inc. in Troy, Michigan, today unveiled the world’s first series hydraulic hybrid transit bus, the LCO-140H.

Winnebago goes high tech and online to sell replacement parts

By Hawke Fracassa on September 7, 2011 - 10:12PM

Winnebago Industries today created Winnebago Industries Interactive Parts – an online 3D interactive electronic parts catalog. The plan by the Iowa-based maker of motor homes and recreational vehicles is to make researching and ordering parts for Winnebago vehicles more accurate, convenient and fast.

2012 Fisker Karma soon available for rental in L.A.

By KC Kelly on September 7, 2011 - 9:02PM

MPG Car Rental in Los Angeles will be offering for rental the new hybrid luxury sedan, the 2012 Fisker Karma. The LA car rental car company specializes in eco-friendly vehicles and is adding a truly stunning new addition to their already green fleet.

Autos using more aluminum than ever with still more to come

By Don Bain on September 7, 2011 - 8:53PM

Automakers are accelerating the shift to aluminum from other materials for new vehicle construction, in the effort to safely and efficiently lower the weight of cars and light trucks, based on a new survey of North American automakers conducted by Ducker Worldwide.

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