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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.

U.S. demand for trucks grows as gas prices fall
By Hawke Fracassa on July 10, 2011 - 9:24PM
As gas prices trickle down, demand for mid-size trucks and SUV leases is rising, a trend that has been consistent since spring.
Is the return to full production also feeding Toyota stock surge?
By Frank Sherosky on July 9, 2011 - 11:12PM
Talk about testing a price gap. It was just a few days ago that Toyota Motor (ADR: TM) showed signs of a breakout past overhead resistance on the weekly chart, which some believe was based on the 2012 Camry news. Then it filled the early May price gap 84.76 to 84.28 on the weekly chart with a Friday high of 84.90, but fell back.
Americans abandon unaffordable auto leases
By Hawke Fracassa on July 9, 2011 - 7:01PM
America's unsettled economy has made cash-poor drivers do whatever they can to get out of their auto leases so they can drive more affordable wheels, according to data from June analyzed by LeaseTrader.com. In June, 54.7% of drivers who abandoned or transferred leases blamed money woes.
The truth about distracted driving on our highways
By Don Bain on July 9, 2011 - 5:33PM
Almost all of us are guilty now and then even if it’s as innocent as taking too long to find the right setting for the climate control. From using digital devices such as iPods, cell phones, netbooks, tablets to just looking for your lighter or another cigarette – anything that takes your eyes and mind off the road for more than two seconds is a distraction. Such displaced attention is part and parcel of from 15 to 25 percent of all crashes.
Mitsubishi’s electric car plugs into the Sun
By Richard Gray on July 8, 2011 - 6:46PM
Mitsubishi has unveiled a solar-powered electric car charging station at the automaker’s North America headquarters in Southern California.
Lexus, Sinatra share same vision: 'the best is yet to come'
By Hawke Fracassa on July 8, 2011 - 6:17PM
Lexus has launched an "Engineering Amazing" advertising and marketing campaign to plant the seed with potential new-car buyers that "the best is yet to come" for the luxury marque. The new Lexus campaign runs past Christmas and into 2012.
American Highway Users applaud Mica Highway Transit bill
By Don Bain on July 8, 2011 - 5:53PM
Yesterday House Transportation Committee Chairman John Mica (R-Fla.) presented the outline for a new highway and transit bill setting transportation policies for the next six years. The American Highway Users Alliance (AHUA) supports the Chairman's decision to forward a bill reforming transportation policy, cutting red tape and expediting important projects that will move our economy forward.
Maserati exec jumps to Rolls-Royce
By Hawke Fracassa on July 8, 2011 - 5:10PM
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars plucked an executive from Maserati to add to its communications team today, naming Ruth Hucklenbroich corporate communications manager for Germany. She reports to Richard Carter, director of global communications.
Infiniti releases first image of the JX crossover
By Don Bain on July 8, 2011 - 4:59PM
On the seventh day of the seventh month of 2011, at 7:07 a.m., Infiniti posted the first image of the their new concept, the seven-passenger Infiniti JX . The new vehicle will join the luxury line next spring. Also announced was the launch of the "Power of 7", an social media campaign hoping to build a buzz about the JX Concept in advance of its global reveal at the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance on August 18.
Toyota bounces back in a big way
By Hawke Fracassa on July 8, 2011 - 4:56PM
Toyota continues to ramp up new car and truck production for North America and expects to go from 80% of pre-earthquake and tsunami levels in August to full strength by September. Eight of the Japanese carmaker's 12 models for sale in the U.S. and Canada have been at 100% production levels since last month.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reports sulfur from coal inhibits global warming
By Frank Sherosky on July 8, 2011 - 10:32AM
Hold the presses and the auto web blogs. The media has been reacting to coal as a cause for global warming when sulfur particles reflect solar energy into space? At least someone finally found one reason why the earth has not warmed up in the last ten years.
Honda Civic Si Coupe to become IZOD IndyCar series safety car
By Gordon Block on July 7, 2011 - 9:43PM
The 2012 Honda Civic Si Coupe has been tapped as the official safety car of the IZOD IndyCar racing series, receiving several performance enhancements in the process.
National Study Ranks Who Pays Most for Car Repairs
By Richard Gray on July 7, 2011 - 9:31PM
Arizona drivers are paying more for car repairs than motorists in any other state, according to a study conducted nationwide.
Army moms buy first Gold Star license plates
By Hawke Fracassa on July 7, 2011 - 6:29PM
The first special Gold Star Family license plates in Michigan have been purchased by Army moms at the Gus Harrison Correction Facility in Adrian, Mich., about 90 miles southwest of Detroit.
Toyota expands Buckle Up for Life to 6 states
By Hawke Fracassa on July 7, 2011 - 5:41PM
Toyota has made a $1 million commitment to support the expansion of Buckle Up for Life, which began in Ohio, Kentucky and California and now will expand to Illinois, Colorado and Texas by the end of 2012, with even more places to be chosen for assistance in 2013.
Mitsubishi i Electric car.
Mitsubishi i Electric Car Earns High Marks from EPA
By Richard Gray on July 7, 2011 - 3:37PM
With high gasoline prices and consumer interest in hybrids and electrics, car buyers looking to “refuel” with electric may like the EPA rated 126 MPG equivalent delivered by the Mitsubishi i.
Former Biden aide chosen to represent Detroit Three
By Hawke Fracassa on July 7, 2011 - 3:27PM
Influential political heavyweight Robert Engel, a former aide to Vice President Joe Biden and longtime behind-the-scenes kingmaker within the Democratic Party in Washington, has been appointed American Automotive Policy Council vice president domestic policy.
Luxury is back: Rolls-Royce rides global sales boom
By Hawke Fracassa on July 7, 2011 - 2:42PM
Sales of Rolls-Royce luxury automobiles are up, everywhere. There were 1,592 Rolls-Royce Motor Cars assembled, sold and shipped from England to buyers worldwide in the first six months of 2011, up 64% compared with year-ago numbers. It's the best start to a model year for Rolls since 2003.
SAE employment study proves mobility sector is experiencing a recovery
By Frank Sherosky on July 7, 2011 - 2:40PM
This new study, conducted by Hardin Business Communications for SAE International, is the first forward-looking study of its kind for the industry.
Flying Car Cleared for Highways, Almost
By Richard Gray on July 7, 2011 - 2:06PM
Terrafugia, Inc.'s flying car "roadable aircraft" took a giant run up to take off in earning exemptions from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Ford is integrating electrodes on car-seat to monitor heart rate
By Armen Hareyan on July 7, 2011 - 11:31AM
Ford is coming to help the elderly drivers by using electrodes to monitor drivers' heart rate.
Can the 2012 Camry plow Toyota stock above its recent price channel?
By Frank Sherosky on July 6, 2011 - 11:16PM
It wasn’t that long ago that Toyota Motor Company (ADR: TM) stock was trading on the lower end of a 16-week channel. Now the stock has broken the early May high of 84 by closing just above it at 84.16. Could it be the breakout to higher highs? And is it the result of all the 2012 Camry news on the web?
Toyota winners help teens in Connecticut, Alabama be better drivers
By Hawke Fracassa on July 6, 2011 - 8:30PM
School teachers from Connecticut and Alabama won the Toyota Teen Driver Educators' Challenge today, Toyota and Discovery Education said in a joint announcement this evening.
Higher ethanol authorization drawing fire from automakers
By Don Bain on July 6, 2011 - 7:48PM
Last week the Environmental Protection Agency, acting under the Clean Air Act waivers, approved the use of gas containing 15 percent ethanol (E15) in cars and light trucks made as early as 2001. Ford, Chrysler and Toyota, along with other manufacturers, have reacted by stating the use of the E15 blend in their cars may void the warranties.
Mitsubishi to Conduct Child Seat Checks
By Richard Gray on July 6, 2011 - 5:56PM
Mitsubishi Motors and Kids Safety First will host child safety seat inspection events at Mitsubishi dealerships in nine states in conjunction with Dorel Juvenile Group USA.
Leaked: Mercedes-Benz hides its 2012 C63 AMG Black Series Coupe by painting it red
By Roman Rosa on July 6, 2011 - 5:38PM
When a celebrity doesn't want to get noticed out on the street, they wear something completely drab and wear the biggest, darkest sunglasses in order to remain incognito. When Mercedes tested its new 2012 C63 Black edition, they decided to disguise it in a bright red paint and send it out stark naked.
U.S. taps Youngstown mayor to help auto communities thrive
By Hawke Fracassa on July 6, 2011 - 12:57PM
The mayor of Youngstown, Ohio, was named today by Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis to the new position of director of recovery for auto communities and workers. Jay Williams' appointment is effective Aug. 8.
Ford Fiesta to get Sport Special Edition in Europe
By Gordon Block on July 6, 2011 - 12:27PM
The Ford Fiesta Sport will get a Special Edition model with more sporty looks, and more power... but for Europe only.
Japanese explorers discover rare earth materials in Pacific ocean mud
By Frank Sherosky on July 6, 2011 - 10:37AM
The price of rare earth materials used in electronics for various products including automobiles got some relief from the Chinese attempt to corner and control the rare earth market, as Japanese explorers found large deposits of the minerals on the floor of the Pacific Ocean.
ACAL Energy and Gordon Murray Design team up to develop affordable fuel cell vehicle concept
By Frank Sherosky on July 6, 2011 - 10:03AM
This British team and their innovations have the potential to make carbon emission-free, fuel-cell autos affordable by buyers in both developed and emerging markets.
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