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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.

The new Hyundai Veloster rally car makes its 2011 Chicago Auto Show debut
By Patrick Rall on February 10, 2011 - 11:07AM
Last week, Hyundai teased their new rally car in a single high-flying picture and yesterday, the new Veloster Rally Car made its debut at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show.
EIA projects gasoline retail prices to average 3.15 per gallon in 2011
By Frank Sherosky on February 10, 2011 - 10:25AM
The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) issued its Short Term Energy Outlook update, which shows the trend for gasoline rising to $3.30 through 2012.
Chevrolet Volt Named MotorWeek Best of the Year
By Keith Griffin on February 10, 2011 - 1:05AM
In what is becoming a regular occurrence, the Chevrolet Volt has been named Drivers’ Choice “Best of the Year” by the editorial staff of MotorWeek, a PBS institution.
The Ram Tradesman debuts at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2011 - 9:13PM
This afternoon at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show, Chrysler’s Ram brand introduced the newest trimline for the half ton pickups – the 2011 Ram 1500 Tradesman, due in dealerships in the second quarter of 2011.
Shelby Introduces Powerful GT350 Convertible at Chicago Auto Show
By Keith Griffin on February 9, 2011 - 9:01PM
Fun in the sun just got a lot more powerful with the introduction of the 2012 Shelby GT350 convertible at the Chicago Auto Show.
Ram announces new 6.7L High Output Cummins Turbo Diesel in Chicago
By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2011 - 3:44PM
This afternoon, Chrysler’s Ram brand fired a shot heard ‘round the heavy duty truck world as they introduced their new 6.7L High Output Cummins Turbo Diesel at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show – putting the Ram 2500 and 3500 atop the list of the most powerful trucks in the world with a whopping 800lb-ft of torque.
The 2011 Dodge Durango Heat debuts at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2011 - 2:54PM
The 2011 Dodge Durango is already heading to dealerships (and consumers) around the country and to help support the sporting side of this new SUV, Dodge unveiled the new Durango Heat trimline at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show.
Nissan says ESFLOW Concept First Electric Sports Car
By Keith Griffin on February 9, 2011 - 2:31PM
Nissan will introduce the ESFLOW concept, an electric sports car, at the Geneva Auto Show, choosing to skip this week's Chicago Auto Show.
The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 debuts at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2011 - 2:13PM
Early this morning, the folks at Camaro5 brought us the first bit of information of the Camaro expected to be called the next Z/28 but around 10:15am EST, General Motors officially unveiled the supercharged 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1.
The 2011 Dodge Challenger goes Green With Envy at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2011 - 12:02PM
The big news from Dodge at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show is the introduction of the 2012 Dodge Charger SRT8 but the performance oriented brand is also using the Windy City show to introduce the newest special edition color for the Dodge Challenger – Green With Envy.
The new high performance Camaro to be named ZL1 not Z/28
By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2011 - 9:39AM
Pretty much everyone expected to meet the new high performance Camaro Z/28 at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show but thanks to the folks at Camaro5.com, it appears as though the supercharged, super-Camaro that has been captured in countless spyshots will carry the name ZL1 – not Z/28.
The 2012 Dodge Charger SRT8 debuts at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on February 9, 2011 - 9:21AM
When Dodge introduced the pavement pounding 392 cubic inch Hemi in the 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 with more power and better fuel economy than the previous (6.1L) SRT Hemi, we knew that it was only a matter of time before it found its way into another vehicle and today is that day – as Dodge introduces the 2012 Charger SRT8 at the Chicago Auto Show.
General Motors ended January in China with estimated 14.7 percent market share
By Frank Sherosky on February 9, 2011 - 8:52AM
General Motors reported from Shanghai that it had a record sales month in China for January, 2011.
Lamborghini issues a camo image of the Aventador LP700-4
By Patrick Rall on February 8, 2011 - 6:30PM
Usually, images like this one are plastered with watermarks or are of cell phone quality but the folks at Lamborghini beat the spy photographers at their game by issuing this swirled-camouflage image of the upcoming Aventador LP700-4.
GM UAW workers could get $3,000+ in profit sharing bonuses
By Patrick Rall on February 8, 2011 - 5:50PM
Things have been looking up for General Motors since climbing out of a deep financial hole and to show their appreciation to the people building their vehicles, they may pay over $3,000 to GM’s Union Auto Workers.
Mercedes-Benz reveals Magic Sky Control with SPD-Smart technology
By Frank Sherosky on February 8, 2011 - 4:32PM
Mercedes-Benz revealed Research Frontiers Inc. (Nasdaq: REFR) as the developer of SPD-Smart light-control technology.
The US Gov't finds no electronic problems in Toyota's acceleration recalls
By Patrick Rall on February 8, 2011 - 2:53PM
Shortly after 2pm today, the US Federal Government announced the results of their 10-month electronic testing of Toyota’s acceleration system – no computer glitches or electronic failures were at fault in the unintended acceleration issues that caused Toyota to recall over 11 million vehicles worldwide.
Acura teases the 2012 TL ahead of the Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on February 8, 2011 - 1:24PM
The 2012 Acura TL sedan is scheduled to make its grand debut tomorrow at the media opening of the 2011 Chicago Auto Show but today, the luxury brand of Honda teased the back end of the new TL.
Dodge to unveil Grand Caravan R/T at the Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on February 8, 2011 - 12:46PM
While I was at the 2010 LA Auto Show, I had a chance to sit down with Dodge CEO Ralph Gilles where he talked about the new and revised 2011 Dodge models, along with briefly discussing the upcoming Caravan R/T that he playfully referred to as “The Man Van” and according to The Automotive News, that masculine minivan will make its debut at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show.
The 2012 Shelby GT350 Mustang to debut in Chicago
By Patrick Rall on February 8, 2011 - 11:04AM
The 2012 Shelby GT350 Mustang will make its grand debut at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show – marking the first time that Shelby American will debut a new vehicle at a major auto show.
Government findings on Toyota's electronics to be released today
By Patrick Rall on February 8, 2011 - 10:24AM
The US Federal Government is set to release the results of their 10-month investigation into the Toyota acceleration systems possibly responsible for the unintended acceleration incidents that have cost people their lives around the world.
Toyota stock rises in pre-market hours for forward statements
By Frank Sherosky on February 8, 2011 - 9:48AM
After Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced financial results for the nine months ending December 31, 2010, the stock rose in pre-market hours due to key forward-looking statements.
Fast Five trailer runs during Super Bowl XLV
By Patrick Rall on February 7, 2011 - 4:37PM
Fast Five – the fifth installment of the legendary Fast and the Furious (FATF) movie series is set to hit theaters on April 29th but the millions of viewers of last night’s Super Bowl XLV got a good look at the action packed go-fast flick featuring Paul Walker, Vin Diesel and wrestling superstar Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
Infiniti M35h Fuel Economy Rated at 32 highway, 27 city
By Keith Griffin on February 7, 2011 - 3:44PM
Official EPA fuel economy numbers have been released for the 2012 Infiniti M35h, which will get 32 mpg highway and 27 mpg city.
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Chrysler expects to increase sales by 45% in 2011
By Patrick Rall on February 7, 2011 - 3:32PM
The Chrysler Group has announced that they expect their dealer network to move 1.57 million vehicles in 2011 – a lofty 44.6% increase over the final sales results for the company in 2010.
Only 20,000 Electric Vehicles Will Be Sold in 2011
By Keith Griffin on February 7, 2011 - 2:02PM
The Obama administration's plan to have 1 million electric vehicles on the road by 2015 could face an extreme uphill battle based on the fact that only 20,000 electric vehicles are expected to be sold in 2011.
Ford announces requirements for Lincoln dealers to survive
By Patrick Rall on February 7, 2011 - 1:50PM
Ford Motor Company has announced what they expect of their dealerships carrying the Lincoln brand, if those dealers plan to continue offering the luxury brand going forward.
Camaro-based debut coming to the 2011 Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on February 7, 2011 - 1:07PM
General Motors has not issued any official statement as to what to expect when the 2011 Chicago Auto Show opens later this week but thanks to comments by General Motors North American President Mark Reuss made ahead of the 2011 North American Dealers Association meeting in San Francisco, we know that there will be a debut based on the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
Chrysler CEO Marchionne apologizes for shyster loan comments
By Patrick Rall on February 7, 2011 - 12:37PM
While speaking in San Francisco this past weekend, Chrysler and Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne referred to the multibillion dollar loans from both the US and Canadian government as “shyster loans” – comments which the auto boss now regrets.
Hurst Performance Vehicles creates the 2011 Ram Hemi Hauler
By Patrick Rall on February 7, 2011 - 11:53AM
The Hurst name is well known for making high quality shifters and high performance muscle cars since the 1950s but now Hurst Performance Vehicles has introduced their first high performance pickup truck since the 1971 Hurst Jeepster Commando – the Ram-based 2011 Hurst Hemi Hauler.
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