Automotive News (Page 1132)

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.

Taking stock of the economy through the windshield

By Don Bain on April 4, 2011 - 8:19PM

The economic outlook appears rosy viewed through the windshield, as manufacturer after manufacturer reports double-digit increases if not record sales last month. Chrysler reported first quarter sales up 51 percent over last year while General Motors saw a retail sales surge during the same period of over 38 percent.

World premiere at Shanghai Auto Show slated for BMW 6-Series

By John Matras on April 4, 2011 - 5:50PM

BMW released photos today of the stunning new BMW 6-Series Coupe to have its world premiere at the Shanghai Auto Show later this month.

GM slips from the top spot in March 2011 US sales

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2011 - 5:47PM

General Motors had a pretty good month in March 2011 with all of their American brands showing gains compared to March 2010 but in relation to the rest of the industry, GM ranked second to last in growth rate above only Toyota – dropping below Ford Motor Company in total US sales.

Traffic fatalities fall to the lowest level ever

By Don Bain on April 4, 2011 - 5:36PM

Americans are driving more – roughly 21 billion more miles just last year. Despite more cars on the road logging more miles annually U.S. highway fatalities in 2010 dropped 3 percent from the previous year to the lowest levels in recorded history.

BMW Concept M5 rear quarter

By John Matras on April 4, 2011 - 5:31PM

Rear spoiler of the BMW Concept M5

By John Matras on April 4, 2011 - 5:28PM

BMW Concept M5 wheel, brake and fender vent

By John Matras on April 4, 2011 - 5:26PM

BMW Concept M5 headlamp

By John Matras on April 4, 2011 - 5:21PM

Top Buick/GMC dealer attracts 30 percent of business via mobile apps

By Don Bain on April 4, 2011 - 4:04PM

The appropriately named Sellers Buick/GMC has been designated the top dealership for that brand in the country. They are not in Los Angeles or Chicago, but rather Farmington Hills, Michigan, about 90 minutes from Detroit’s Wayne County Airport. Using the services of a firm called Search Optics they racked up over $80 million in sales during 2010.

Ford tops everyone in March 2011 sales, Lincoln still struggles

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2011 - 2:57PM

Ford Motor Company sold 212,777 vehicles in the month of March, giving the company a 19.2% gain over March 2010 but more importantly, in selling this many vehicles, Ford Motor Company was the sales leader in the US market with the Ford brand leading the way.

BMW Concept M5 world debut at Shanghai Auto Show

By John Matras on April 4, 2011 - 2:34PM

Ford idles Mustang plant, Louisville truck plant in wake of Japanese earthquake

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2011 - 1:15PM

It has been almost a full month since the earthquake, tsunami and string of nuclear explosions rocked the Japanese auto industry and this week, Ford Motor Company has stopped production for the week of April 4th at their Louisville truck plant and the Flat Rock Mustang plant due to part shortages from Japanese suppliers.

Chrysler leads the US industry in March sales growth, Fiat arrives

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2011 - 12:08PM

March sales numbers are in and with a gain of 31%, the Chrysler Group leads the US auto industry in terms of year over year sales growth among major automotive groups.

New 2012 Volkswagen Beetle makes hip MTV debut with Black Eyed Peas

By John Matras on April 4, 2011 - 10:39AM

Once upon a time, new car debuts were held at auto shows media days previews in front of auto writers and news reporters. Not now, not with the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle--or as VW is calling it, the 21st Century Beetle--which will begin with a linkup to MTV in a global series of events on three continents and include live performances by the Black Eyed Peas and 2manydjs, with the New York event streamed live on the internet on April 18th.

GM stock traders respond favorably to rise in March retail sales

By Frank Sherosky on April 2, 2011 - 7:32PM

General Motors (NYSE: GM) stock traders viewed March as a successful quarter for GM in the United States, as retail sales surged 38 percent for its four brands, driven by demand for Chevrolet’s all-new Cruze compact sedan. The stock surged Friday to $32.41 after testing the $30 level for several weeks.

Toyota wins 'unintended acceleration' case in New York

By John Matras on April 1, 2011 - 5:45PM

Toyota won an "unintended acceleration" case in New York against an emergency-room doctor who claimed that his 2005 Scion tC "suddenly and without warning accelerated", not stopping until it hit a tree. Toyota countered that Dr. Amir Sitafalwalla stepped on the accelerator instead of the brake.

The Chevrolet Volt outsells the Nissan Leaf in March 2011

By Patrick Rall on April 1, 2011 - 5:40PM

Sales numbers from March are trickling in and for the third month in a row, the Chevrolet Volt has beaten the Nissan Leaf in the battle of the “green” heavy weights.

Ford Beats GM in March Sales

By Keith Griffin on April 1, 2011 - 5:35PM

Ford edged GM in total sales in March with 212,777 vehicles to 206,621 total sales with both companies showing double-digit increases over February sales.

BMW M3 Pickup is the fastest April Fool’s joke ever

By Patrick Rall on April 1, 2011 - 3:55PM

We have all, at some point, fallen prey to some stupid joke or prank played in honor of the first day of April but with the new BMW M3 Pickup, the German automaker has offered up an April Fool’s joke that the performance vehicle world isn’t likely to forget.

Mustang rebounds but falls short of Camaro in March 2011 sales

By Patrick Rall on April 1, 2011 - 3:07PM

he numbers from around the industry are trickling in on this April Fool’s Day and GM has won the battle for March 2011, as the Chevrolet Camaro lead the Ford Mustang and Dodge Challenger in monthly sales – marking the third straight month that the Bowtie bruiser has lead the segment in sales.

Dodge and Fast Five join for promo and prizes

By John Matras on April 1, 2011 - 1:57PM

It's called product placement, and when Dodge can have 2010 and 2011 Dodge Chargers in Fast Five, the latest installment of the Fast and Furious movies, it's a match made in Hollywood, exported from Detroit with prizes you can win.

Jobs Report not affecting auto industry as much as dollar, earthquake and oil

By Frank Sherosky on April 1, 2011 - 11:02AM

Friday’s jobs report says the economy added 216,000 jobs in March, while the unemployment rate dropped to 8.8%. Question is, not how it affects today's trading, how will it affect the auto industry when the dollar is still weak, earthquake effects are still here and oil tensions are still in play?

Innovation Motorcade slated for Washington, DC April 19

By Don Bain on April 1, 2011 - 5:34AM

U.S. Secretary of Energy, Dr. Steven Chu, will launch Earth Week in the nation’s Capitol as the electric drive industry highlights advances in electric drive systems on April 19. A motorcade of battery, hybrid and fuel cell powered vehicles will proceed through Washington D.C. as part of the Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) conference.

Chrysler reinvention showing promise as Denver Auto Show opens

By Don Bain on March 31, 2011 - 5:51PM

Chrysler executives invited members of the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press association (RMAP) to a luncheon at the Grand Hyatt hotel in Denver yesterday where the 2011 Town and Country, 200 Convertible, 200 and 300 models were on display. They were understandably proud of what Chrysler hath wrought.

Ford Mustang and Chevy Cruze lead PSCars.com top ten research list

By Frank Sherosky on March 31, 2011 - 1:28PM

The list for March was compiled using the most advanced 3D “Car Configurator” for new and used vehicles on PSCars.com. Most revealing, new-car buyers showed strong future interest in the 2012 Ford Mustang and the 2011 Chevy Cruze.

GM debuts the Chevrolet Mi-ray ahead of the Seoul debut

By Patrick Rall on March 31, 2011 - 12:11PM

When the Seoul Motor Show opens tomorrow the world will be formally introduced to the futuristic Chevrolet Mi-ray concept but today General Motors offered a preview of the sleek new hybrid roadster.

The first 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 to run an 11 second quarter mile

By Patrick Rall on March 31, 2011 - 10:47AM

Video has hit the intrawebz of a 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 ripping down the quarter mile, turning in an amazing bone-stock elapsed time (ET) of 11.72 at 117 miles per hour with the window sticker still on the glass and a set of drag radial tires out back.

New Malibu Being Introduced at Shanghai Auto Show – not New York

By Keith Griffin on March 31, 2011 - 7:58AM

Set your calendars to yawn – the new eighth-generation Chevrolet Malibu will be introduced live starting at 8:30 p.m. EDT on April 18 on Facebook and live from the Shanghai Auto Show via webcast and not the New York Auto Show as might have happened in the past.

Kia Naimo battery-electric vehicle concept debuts at Seoul Motor Show

By John Matras on March 31, 2011 - 12:12AM

Kia ups its ante in the electric vehicle poker game by introducing a new battery electric concept vehicle at the Seoul Motor Show. Called the Kia Naimo, the new concept has boxy styling reminiscent of the Kia Soul.

Mercedes-Benz Dealer Offering Future Customers Up to $2000

By Keith Griffin on March 30, 2011 - 10:34PM

The rich get all the breaks as demonstrated by an offer from a Mercedes-Benz dealership to pay $2000 for BMW, Audi, Lexus, Porsche, Jaguar, Range Rover or Land Rover, Acura, Infiniti or Cadillac owners.

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