Automotive News (Page 1123)

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.

Camaro leads in May 2011 as segment sales slow

By Patrick Rall on June 2, 2011 - 1:16PM

The numbers from the major players in the rear wheel drive performance segment and even though numbers are down across the board, for the fifth straight month the Chevrolet Camaro has posted a comfortable lead in the segment over the Ford Mustang, the Dodge Challenger and the Nissan 370Z.

The Nissan Leaf easily outsells the Chevy Volt in May 2011

By Patrick Rall on June 2, 2011 - 12:06PM

Sales figures from around the industry are trickling in and it looks as though the 2011 Nissan Leaf has outsold the 2011 Chevrolet Volt as the battle of the electric vehicles rages on.

Taxpayers to Lose $14B in Auto Bailout Funds

By Steve Auffinger on June 2, 2011 - 12:02PM

The Obama Administration reported Chrysler has repaid all of its loans, and General Motors has paid back approximately half.

The 2014 Chevrolet Impala will be bigger, more upscale

By Patrick Rall on June 2, 2011 - 11:22AM

General Motors has big plans for the next Chevrolet Impala – including a new engine, new home and evidently, a new platform that will offer more room accompanied by a more upscale feel as Chevrolet works to put some distance in the lineup between the Impala and the (barely) smaller Malibu.

Ford Fusion Selected as Best Used Car by WheelsTV, NEMPA

By Keith Griffin on June 2, 2011 - 11:14AM

A jury comprised of members of the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA) and staff from WheelsTV.net has selected the 2006-2009 Ford Fusion as the best used car on the market.

Obama wants to see auto industry resurgence for himself

By Hawke Fracassa on June 2, 2011 - 9:08AM

President Obama will be in Toledo for about five hours on Friday to meet auto workers and to talk about the importance of keeping the auto industry strong. His itinerary includes a 1:05 p.m. tour of the Chrysler Group LLC’s Toledo Supplier Park and an opportunity to talk with the people who assemble the Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Liberty and Dodge Nitro.

Auto sector stocks follow Dow Jones in major market sell-off

By Frank Sherosky on June 1, 2011 - 11:39PM

A chart of the Dow Jones US Autos and Parts ($DWCAUP) shows major segments of the auto stock sector following the general market’s downward direction today; in this case, just 37 points from its 200 day moving average.

The New Fuel Paradigm: Making ethanol from garbage

By Don Bain on June 1, 2011 - 6:54PM

It would seem our search for new and sustainable sources of fuel is paying off in more ways than we’d ever thought possible. Enerkem, A Montreal-based company is getting set to produce up to 1.3 million gallons of ethanol from recycled phone poles and garbage over the next year.

Volkswagen Tiguan May Be Built in Tennessee

By Steve Auffinger on June 1, 2011 - 4:28PM

German businesses magazine WirtschaftsWoche has reported that Volkswagen will soon be making a decision to produce the Tiguan in North America.

Georgia Power website helps EV buyers get ready

By Don Bain on June 1, 2011 - 3:24PM

As more choices of electric vehicles hit dealer showrooms in Georgia this fall, the potential buyers of those cars will have already contacted their local power provider via a website and know what kind of charger they need and roughly how much it will cost to drive. The answer may surprise you.

Tacoma, Scion tC bright spots in Toyota May sales results

By Hawke Fracassa on June 1, 2011 - 2:09PM

Toyota sold 108,387 vehicles in May, a 27.9% decline over year-ago numbers, the Japanese carmaker reported Wednesday. One bright spot: The Tacoma pickup truck (pictured) beat the trend and posted sales of 9,091 units, up 14.1 percent compared to last May.

NHTSA investigating Jeep Wrangler for airbag risks

By Patrick Rall on June 1, 2011 - 12:37PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation into problems with the Jeep Wrangler that could cause the driver’s side airbag not to open in the event of a collision.

The 2013 EV will recharge wirelessly thanks to Evatran, Yazaki

By Don Bain on June 1, 2011 - 12:06PM

We reported two months ago the first electric Roll Royce would charge wirelessly. Now it appears, even before the first of those is available, the common electric vehicle may do the same thing thanks to a joint venture announced today by the developer of the wireless vehicle recharging system Evatran, and Yazaki, the leading developer of electric vehicle distribution systems.

The US gov’t announces the 2012 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster

By Patrick Rall on June 1, 2011 - 11:36AM

Since the new Lamborghini Aventador was revealed as the replacement for the long-popular Murciélago there have been rumors of an upcoming topless model but thanks to an unlikely source – the US government’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) – it looks like we may have our first confirmation of the upcoming 2012 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster.

Honda Canada hacked, owner information compromised

By Patrick Rall on June 1, 2011 - 10:22AM

According to multiple sources, cyber criminals have hacked into the Honda Canada customer database, giving the hackers access to the personal information of over 283,000 Canadian Honda owners.

Autogas seen as green, pro-American fuel; Congress weighs spiffs

By Hawke Fracassa on June 1, 2011 - 10:08AM

ROUSH CleanTech, which has deployed propane autogas vehicles across the United States in Alabama, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas, is praising legislators who support the pending 2011 Propane Gas Act in Congress.

Celebrate Andy Warhol and classic Cadillacs, Jersey style

By Hawke Fracassa on June 1, 2011 - 9:10AM

The Cadillac Club of North Jersey and Montclair Art Museum are inviting fans of Andy Warhol and fine Cadillacs to stop by the weekend of June 11-12 to take a look at his works as well as a stylish collection of classic Caddys from various eras that will dot the museum's grounds.

Toyota Camry accelerates through the front of a Detroit area Lotus dealership

By Patrick Rall on June 1, 2011 - 8:58AM

Just when Toyota’s problems centering around “unintended acceleration” seemed to be fading, a Birmingham, Michigan car dealership specializing in European exotics had a late model Toyota Camry slam through their front windows – damaging a limited edition Lotus and doing extensive damage to the business.

GM rearranging Global Leadership Team with Nesbitt appointment

By Frank Sherosky on June 1, 2011 - 8:49AM

Unlike the pre-bankruptcy days, General Motors (NYSE: GM) must be careful not to rearrange the corporate deck chairs just for the sake of rearranging. Any change has to be cognizant of global markets; and Bryan Nesbitt has the confidence of GM’s management.

Toyota Recalls 52,000 Original Prius Models for Steering Fix

By Keith Griffin on June 1, 2011 - 6:32AM

Don't turn the steering wheel too hard if you own a 2001 through 2003 Toyota Prius because you could loosen the nuts in the steering gear box according to a volunteer safety recall announced for the first hybrids to hit the United States.

Michigan, Ohio demand 60 mpg standards

By Hawke Fracassa on May 31, 2011 - 11:13PM

Michigan and Ohio voters in two new Mellman Group polls for Ceres say they'd like their vehicles to give them 60 mpg as early as 2025. They also want major inroads made to dramatically cut carbon-dioxide pollution from cars and trucks.

The Big 3 readying for an auto builder’s blitz

By Don Bain on May 31, 2011 - 10:17PM

As the Big Three’s market share improves as a result of the popularity of new models, and Japanese imports are impacted by the national disaster there, Detroit has rehired many workers laid off during the recent downturn. Further they are preparing for a massive hiring blitz – but something has changed significantly for these new hires – their rate of compensation.

Canadian government may sell remaining stake to Fiat

By Patrick Rall on May 31, 2011 - 6:49PM

As a result of the “bailout loans” of 2008 and a variety of previous dealings, the Canadian government was left with a 1.7% stake in the Chrysler Group after the Fiat-run Chrysler paid off the balance of those loans but depending on how much Fiat pays for the last chunk of Chrysler owned by the US government, the Canadian government may be willing to sell their final 1.7% to Fiat.

NHTSA investigating Nissan Altima for brake fluid leaks

By Patrick Rall on May 31, 2011 - 6:27PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation into select Nissan Altima sedans over concerns that a master cylinder leak could be causing brake failure issues.

Las Vegas ponders purpose of recession-idled car lots

By Don Bain on May 31, 2011 - 5:50PM

Cars sales are up this year but not enough to refill all the empty auto sales lots in Las Vegas, one of the cities hardest hit by the recession of 2008. The number of dealerships in Nevada is down to 96, with 65 remaining in the city. Over 20 dealers have closed their doors in the Las Vegas Valley alone.

Ziebart International expands rust-protection line

By Hawke Fracassa on May 31, 2011 - 5:21PM

Ziebart on Tuesday released an exclusive rust-protection formula for garage tools and other uses that was previously only available on cars and trucks at Ziebart locations. Now the formula can be bought through its Ziebart.com Web site for various do-it-yourself uses in the U.S. market.

General Motors responds to Nissan “Gas Powered Everything” television ad

By Patrick Rall on May 31, 2011 - 5:13PM

Earlier today, TorqueNews brought you a look at the new Nissan Lead television advertisement that envisions a world where everything relies on a gasoline engine with the commercial going so far as to include the 2011 Chevrolet Volt and in reply to the playful commercial shot in the ribs, General Motors employees have offered a few choice comments.

MADD credits diligent cops, asks Apple, Google to dump DUI apps

By Hawke Fracassa on May 31, 2011 - 4:55PM

Mothers Against Drunk Driving Michigan and Macomb County (Mich.) Prosecutor Eric Smith will honor 50 police officers next month who in 2010 went beyond the call of duty to do an exemplary job of apprehending drunken drivers or providing outreach to prevent drunken driving.

Everyday people help mankind, Toyota harness 'Ideas for Good'

By Hawke Fracassa on May 31, 2011 - 4:15PM

The people have spoken. Toyota after hearing from voters in an online poll has selected five winners in its "Ideas for Good" initiative, which asked everyday people how they would use Toyota technologies outside of the automotive arena to make the world a better place.

2012 Kia Sorento Shows Huge Spike in Residual Value

By Keith Griffin on May 31, 2011 - 4:04PM

The Kia Sorento has turned out to be a shining star since its introduction back in January 2010. It continues to be the Korean automaker's top seller month after month and now news comes that the 2012 model has a residual value a whopping 10 points ahead of the 2011 model.

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