Automotive News (Page 1109)

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 Chevrolet Camaro SS Coupe WTCC Safety Car

Chevrolet Camaro serves as safety car for World Touring Car Championship

By Patrick Rall on June 18, 2012 - 5:02PM

The World Touring Car Championship is dominated by 4-cylinder powered sedans and hatchbacks but starting later this season, the fabled Chevrolet Camaro SS will serve as the safety car (pace car for you NASCAR fans out there) for the popular WTCC racing series.

The 2013 Cadillac ATS configurator screen shot

The 2013 Cadillac ATS build page is live - sans the pricing

By Patrick Rall on June 18, 2012 - 4:25PM

The preliminary build page for the 2013 Cadillac ATS compact sport sedan is live on Cadillac.com, offering prospective buyers a chance to scope out the different options and packages available on the new BMW 3-Series fight but sadly…prices are not yet included.

Feds upgrade Toyota door fire investigation, expanding to over 1.4 million vehicles

By Patrick Rall on June 18, 2012 - 3:11PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has upgraded their investigation relating to possible fire hazards in the door of select Toyota vehicles to an engineering analysis, while also adding new models years and a large spread of popular models that could potentially be included in a recall – a recall that could reach over 1.4 million vehicles.

The 2012 Kia Sportage at Colorado Off Road Extreme. Photo by Don Bain

2012 Kia Sportage named to AAA's Top Cars for Teens

By Don Bain on June 18, 2012 - 2:28PM

The 2012 Kia Sportage has been named to Top Cars for Teens by the Automobile Association of America. The Sportage was picked for laudable dynamics, dependability, value and a long list of standard safety features, plus top performance in the NHTSA crash tests.

What safety features help you the most

By John Goreham on June 18, 2012 - 12:07PM

A report this week by NHTSA proves vehicle changes in the past decade have saved numerous lives. TorqueNews looks at improvements that made the most difference.

2013 Audi Q5 now a diesel in SQ5 trim blows away expectations

By John Goreham on June 18, 2012 - 8:39AM

The Audi SQ5 Lexus RX350 fighter is now available with stump pulling torque.

Ferrari bringing Steve McQueen's 275 GTB4 back to life

By Denis Flierl on June 18, 2012 - 7:44AM

Ferrari Classiche recently took delivery of a 275 GTB4 that originally belonged to legendary American star, Steve McQueen.

2013 Kia Sorenton slated for host of improvements

Kia's Top Selling Sorento Gets a Worldwide Makeover

By Keith Griffin on June 18, 2012 - 7:35AM

Kia, which continues to set sales records, is giving a makeover to its top-selling U.S. vehicle: the 2013 Kia Sorento.

The 2012 Acura RDX at the CORE offroad rally. Photo by Don Bain

Five Asian brands show their stuff during RMDE's offroad rally

By Don Bain on June 18, 2012 - 1:23AM

As the Third Annual Rocky Mountain Driving Experience neared its conclusion, Acura, Honda, Kia, Mitsubishi and Nissan had their vehicles at the Core Off Road Extreme to demonstrate their ability to negotiate unpaved, ungraded roads with plenty of twists, turns, bumps and unlevel surfaces on the 2-mile rally track.

The 2012 Nissan 370Z Roadster. Photo by Don Bain

Racing about High Plains Raceway on RMDE day two

By Don Bain on June 17, 2012 - 9:08PM

The second day of the Third Annual Rocky Mountain Driving Experience began with a drive to High Plains Raceway, after another scrumptious breakfast courtesy of Subaru, represented by Sean Maynard. Subaru brought the 2013 BR-Z to the track with such positive response it was difficult to find the new model with an empty driver’s seat.

Alex Brundle, Martin Brundle and Lucas Ordonez at LeMans

Nissan Demolishes LMP2 Class at LeMans 24 Hours

By Keith Griffin on June 17, 2012 - 8:43PM

Nissan power took nine of the top 10 positions at the Le Mans 24 Hours today, rounding off an impressive week for Nissan in the LMP2 class at the world's best endurance race.

Hybrid crosses finish line first at Le Mans

By Keith Griffin on June 17, 2012 - 7:36PM

In a historical finish at the 80th running of the famous Le Mans 24 Hours, victory has gone to a hybrid vehicle: the Audi R18 e-tron Quattro.

Nissan unveils the loudest Juke Box in the world

By Aaron Turpen on June 17, 2012 - 5:39PM

Nissan has taken the idea of a juke box mobile with the loudest car stereo in the world mounted in a Juke, calling it, appropriately, the Juke Box. Meet the new life of the party.

2013 Mercedes SLS AMG GT runs its fastest Nurburgring ever

By Denis Flierl on June 17, 2012 - 9:03AM

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT that was recently revealed has run the Nurburgring in under 7:30.

58.9 mpg Ford engine will be a global game-changer

By Denis Flierl on June 17, 2012 - 6:52AM

Fords new 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine has received international acclaim by winning the 2012 “International Engine of the Year” award for its outstanding fuel economy.

Hyundai takes Walking Dead cars to Comic-Con

By Aaron Turpen on June 17, 2012 - 12:25AM

Hyundai will be attending this year's Comic-Con in San Diego and will be bringing a tribute to Robert Kirkman's The Walking Dead graphic novels and comics for their 100th issue.

Tijuana to British Columbia in a Nissan Leaf in 8 days

By David Herron on June 16, 2012 - 9:48PM

A trip from BC (Baja California) to BC (British Columbia) shows an around-town electric car like the Nissan Leaf can handle a long road trip, given enough fast charging stations along the highways.

Acura's Father's Day Gift Idea: IOU an Acura NSX

By Anthony Faccenda on June 16, 2012 - 9:09PM

With Father's Day in mind, Acura has a novel gift idea in mind for all you dads out there.

Me in the 2013 MB SL 550c. Photo © 2012 Phil Shuyler.

The Rocky Mountain Driving Experience continued

By Don Bain on June 16, 2012 - 6:14PM

As Day One of the Rocky Mountain Driving Experience progressed, we arrived at the next vehicle exchange well past Nederland, and bid a fond farewell to the 2013 Range Rover HSE Sport, moving from the land of luxury to that of practicality in the 2012 Nissan Juke.

Volvo S60 Polestar ultra-performance concept revealed

By Denis Flierl on June 16, 2012 - 3:19PM

Motorsport and performance tuner Polestar, who is the official partner of Volvo, has just released official details on the high-performance Volvo S60 Polestar sedan.

Lexus posts 42-MPG CT commercial featuring Lykke Li's Beck remix

By Armen Hareyan on June 16, 2012 - 11:53AM

Here's your first look at an extended cut of the new commercial for the Lexus CT. We think you'll really LIKE it.

A123's new Lithiun Nanophosphate EXT means good news to EVs

A123 New Batteries Squeeze More Performance Under Heat and Cold

By Nicolas Zart on June 16, 2012 - 8:30AM

A123 Systems has developed a lithium Nanophosphate EXT that would keep a more stable charge under different temperature scenario.

The 2013 Range Rover HSE Sport poses proudly after climbing CORE's biggest hill.

An overview of the 3rd Annual Rocky Mountain Driving Experience

By Don Bain on June 15, 2012 - 8:23PM

In three short years, the Rocky Mountain Driving Experience (RMDE) has grown to include over 25 automotive journalists and broadcasters; 32 of the newest, most innovative vehicles on the road, greatly enhanced by the presence of at least a dozen, if not more, highly knowledgeable factory representatives.

General Motors trademarks the Cadillac LTS name - perhaps for a new RWD sedan

By Patrick Rall on June 15, 2012 - 7:03PM

Car and Driver reported that General Motors has filed for a trademark for the name Cadillac LTS and while nothing is known about this possible future model – it could be the return of the premium flagship rear wheel drive luxury GM sedan.

2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe pricing starts at $18,220

By Patrick Rall on June 15, 2012 - 5:59PM

Hyundai has announced the pricing for their all-new 2013 Elantra Coupe with the entry level version carrying a starting price of $18,220 while the top of the line Elantra Coupes starting at $21,520 (all pricing includes the $775 destination fee).

Wireless electric car charging demo on Chevy Volt could enable 24/7 electric trucks

By David Herron on June 15, 2012 - 4:08PM

Momentum Dynamics is demonstrating a wireless electric car charging solution, on a modified Chevy Volt, and promises a higher powered system that could allow vehicles like airport shuttle buses to run 24/7 while never stopping to recharge.

2013 Dodge Dart allocation based on Dodge Caliber sales volume

By Patrick Rall on June 15, 2012 - 3:40PM

According to a few dealerships who have spoken with Automotive News, dealership allocation numbers for the hot new 2013 Dodge Dart is partially based on how many units of the Dodge Caliber the hopeful dealers sold before the unpopular hatchback was discontinued last year.

Grandma's car on the race track

By Aaron Turpen on June 15, 2012 - 3:11PM

Buick is working hard to shed the geriatric associations with its name and taking the Regal GS on the race track proved that they are serious about the effort.

2015 Ford Mustang engine coming into Focus

By Denis Flierl on June 15, 2012 - 12:12PM

The next-generation Ford Focus RS will likely be powered by a new EcoBoost engine producing 330 horsepower.

BMW to introduce 2013 B7 ALPINA at Pebble Beach

By John Goreham on June 15, 2012 - 11:56AM

BMW will introduce the new 2013 B7 ALPINA super-high performance flagship designed for discerning customers looking for ultra-exclusivity at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in August.

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