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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.

Chrysler announces bailout loan repayment plans
By Patrick Rall on April 28, 2011 - 10:24AM
The key roadblock preventing Fiat SpA from possessing their desired 51% of the Chrysler Group is the amount of debt owed to the US and Canadian governments but the American automaker announced this morning that they will be paying off the entirety of these loans – freeing up Fiat to make the final moves to have their majority stake in the Chrysler Group.
GM new engine plant in Brazil to supply two assembly pants
By Frank Sherosky on April 28, 2011 - 9:43AM
GM do Brasil on Monday laid the foundation stone for a new engine plant in Joinville in south Brazil that will make engine components beginning in 2012.
Zagato honors Alfa Romeo with the Viper ACR based TZ3 Stradale
By Patrick Rall on April 28, 2011 - 9:02AM
In 2010, Alfa Romeo celebrated their 100th anniversary and to commemorate the centennial, Italian coachbuilder Zagato has announced the TZ3 Stradale – a limited edition supercar based on the record-setting Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR.
Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0: Giant with the largest engine ever in a Porsche 911
By John Matras on April 28, 2011 - 8:47AM
The Porsche 911 has always been known as a giant killer, extracting a huge amount of power from a small displacement engine, but is some is good, more is better. At least that is what's behind--literally--the largest engine ever in a Porsche 911, the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 limited edition.
One Lap of America Begins Saturday at Tire Rack
By Keith Griffin on April 28, 2011 - 7:44AM
The Tire Rack.com One Lap of America kicks off this Saturday in South Bend, Indiana, at the tire company's wet skid pad. It then travels 3500 miles in seven days before returning to Tire Rack's dry skid pad.
African Americans Prefer Toyota Over Other Brands
By Keith Griffin on April 27, 2011 - 10:32PM
Polk, a provider of automotive information, has determined that Toyota was the most popular brand among African American new car buyers in 2010. Ford, Chevrolet and Honda were all practically locked in a statistical tie for second place.
Designer Calvin Klein’s Porsche 911 for sale on eBay
By Don Bain on April 27, 2011 - 8:43PM
You’d think if you could afford to purchase and provide tender loving care to a 1985 Porsche 911, you be happy just to find one in fair condition. But what if you found one, not only in excellent shape, but previously owned by fashion king Calvin Klein with only 59,000 miles being auctioned at a current bid of $24,100?
Ford: Teens see right through parental safe driving claims
By Don Bain on April 27, 2011 - 6:50PM
Almost all parents perceive themselves as safe drivers, but 82 percent of their teenage kids profess witnessing careless driving by parents. Ford is expanding their award-winning teen driving program in response to the 25 percent of teens with no formal driver education and the concerns of parents who see such education evaporating due to budget cuts.
2011 Chevy Volt
Report: Americans ready for electric cars with normal auto range
By Don Bain on April 27, 2011 - 3:09PM
It seems U.S. consumers are changing their minds about electric cars as analysis of a Nielsen Energy Survey conducted by Boulder CO based E Source reports 85 percent claim they will buy an electric car either right away, when their current car needs replacing or when the technology becomes mainstream.
BMW 5 Series, Citroen DS3 tie for 2011 Women's World Car of the Year Award
By Cheryl Phillips on April 27, 2011 - 2:56PM
Women around the world have become very influential in the decision making process of purchasing an automobile. The newly released 2011 Women’s World Car of the Year Award winners list will certainly play a part in that decision for women who are in the market for a new car.
Wheego LiFe on the market as a 100-percent battery-electric vehicle
By John Matras on April 27, 2011 - 2:45PM
The improbably named Wheego LiFe is in the hands of its first owners, the 100-percent battery-electric highway-certified two-seat coupe delivered Asma and Kevin Henry, residents of the Virginia Highland neighborhood in Atlanta, on Earth Day.
TorqueNews review of the 2011 Cadillac SRX Turbo AWD Premium - part 1
By Patrick Rall on April 27, 2011 - 1:14PM
In the early days of the sport utility vehicle, the companies who built them focused so much on utility that there was never any suggestion of luxury but even those with the means to purchase a high end vehicle can desire the roominess and capability of a SUV – enter the 2011 Cadillac SRX Turbo AWD Premium.
Caterham Seven in Team Lotus Special Edition colors
By John Matras on April 27, 2011 - 12:39PM
Audi A8 Continues To Shine in Its 3rd Generation as a Standout Luxury Sedan
By Keith Griffin on April 27, 2011 - 12:18PM
The 2011 Audi A8, now in its third generation, continues to be a standout luxury sedan in a field crowded with competition from BMW, Mercedes, Lexus, and to a minor extent, even Hyundai with its Equus.
Team Lotus buys Caterham, Group Lotus doesn't, Caterham Seven gets new old colors
By John Matras on April 27, 2011 - 12:06PM
Things have come full circle at Lotus, it would seem, as Lotus buys Caterham Cars, the builder of the Caterham Seven. Except that the Lotus that bought Caterham isn't the Lotus that sold Caterham the rights to build the Lotus Seven, though only with the Caterham badge.
The 2012 Honda Civic configurator is live
By Patrick Rall on April 27, 2011 - 12:02PM
The 2012 Honda Civic has received some minor upgrades from the 2011 models and if you have been waiting for your chance to price out a new Civic sedan or coupe, the time has come with the introduction of the 2012 Civic configurator on Honda’s website.
New bi-fuel system allows propane to burn in diesel engines
By Don Bain on April 27, 2011 - 11:50AM
Icom North America, a pioneer in alternate fuel systems, is taking the economy and environmental benefits of a liquid-injection propane system to diesel-powered vehicles this year. The company's new JTG-Dynamic System, revealed at a recent National Propane Gas Association convention in Atlanta, enables vehicles to run on either diesel fuel or a 50/50 mixture of liquid-injected propane and diesel fuel.
eAssist technology extends Malibu ECO driving range to 550 miles
By Frank Sherosky on April 27, 2011 - 9:25AM
With the debut of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu in New York and Shanghai auto shows, General Motors not only continues to leverage its Global Epsilon D-segment architecture, but its eAssist™ technology as well. This option extends the driving range of the Chevy Malibu ECO to 550 miles.
Pirates now eyeing your catalytic converter
By Don Bain on April 26, 2011 - 11:07PM
Catalytic converters use platinum as a catalyst and though there’s not a lot in one, it’s enough to attract those scurvy urban pirates now that the precious metal can fetch up to $1,800 an ounce. Police in Massachusetts are setting up surveillance operations to catch the stealthy saw-toting blackguards.
GM offers expanded military discount in May
By Cheryl Phillips on April 26, 2011 - 3:43PM
May is National Military Appreciation Month and GM is expanding their military discount program to include spouses of Active and Reserve members, as well as retirees of the US Air Force, Army, Navy, Marines, National Guard and Coast Guard.
Toyota recalls 51,000 Tundra pickups for driveshaft failure risks
By Patrick Rall on April 26, 2011 - 3:35PM
Toyota Motor Co. today announced a voluntary recall of 2011 Toyota Tundra pickups over a concern of the driveshaft breaking after a single private owner experienced this problem.
The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu unveiled at the NYIAS
By Patrick Rall on April 26, 2011 - 2:15PM
The 2011 New York International Auto Show is in full swing and this has proven to be a great year for the Big Apple show thanks to vehicle debuts like that of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Hybrid, clean-diesel sales surge in March
By Don Bain on April 26, 2011 - 1:25PM
According to auto analysis firm Baum and Associates, high gas prices and a recovering economy led to a 46 percent increase in hybrid and clean diesel sales in March 2011 compared to March 2010, a jump about three times higher than the increase in the overall auto market.
Chrysler Group sells Global Electric Motors to Polaris Industries
By Patrick Rall on April 26, 2011 - 12:57PM
The Chrysler Group announced today that they come to terms to sell the Global Electric Motors (GEM) brand and the majority of the assets related to the GEM brand to Polaris Industries.
New 2011 Nissan Leaf to race at Pikes Peak
By Patrick Rall on April 26, 2011 - 12:11PM
When the 89th Pikes Peak International Hill Climb kicks off on June 26, a factory-stock 2011 Nissan Leaf electric vehicle will be among the competitors in the All Electric division racing up the fabled mountain course in Colorado.
Jeep Liberty faces rust problems – for the fourth time
By Patrick Rall on April 26, 2011 - 11:29AM
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation of the Jeep Liberty over rust-related suspension issues; marking the fourth time the compact Jeep has faced a possible recall of this type since 2003.
Chevrolet Volt, Nissan Leaf get top crash safety ratings from insurance safety group
By John Matras on April 26, 2011 - 11:19AM
Makers of electric and hybrid cars would have told you so, but now the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety agree by awarding the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf the safety organization's top rating in crash tests.
Ford stock follows pre-market trading upward after Q1 report
By Frank Sherosky on April 26, 2011 - 9:43AM
Ford stock (NYSE: F) traded up in pre-market trading after it reported net income above Wall Street’s expectations for the first quarter. The hope for investors is for that trend to continue after the opening bell.
Mercedes-Benz reveals prices for SLK Roadster and CLS coupe
By Frank Sherosky on April 26, 2011 - 8:39AM
Mercedes-Benz (DE: DAI and NYSE: DDAIF) has announced prices for its new-generation SLK roadster and CLS coupe line.
Choice of car color reflects region, nationality
By Don Bain on April 25, 2011 - 10:14PM
A study of car color preferences performed by Ford revealed, despite the availability of bright, vibrant colors, U.S. customers on both coasts and buyers in most European countries prefer the core classic colors – white, black, silver and gray. Gray and silver are most popular in New York and Los Angeles. San Franciscans are partial to white and Bostonians prefer black.
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