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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.

BMW announces information on their new turbocharged 4-cylinder
By Patrick Rall on January 28, 2011 - 6:36PM
We have known for some time that BMW would be introducing a turbocharged 4-cylinder in the US market and today, the automaker has revealed some official specs on the new turbo 4.
Ferrari unveils their newest race car – the Ferrari F150
By Patrick Rall on January 28, 2011 - 5:38PM
To the average American car buyer, the name F150 is most commonly associated with the bestselling half-ton pickup from Ford but as of today, the racing world connects the name to the newest Formula 1 race car from Team Ferrari.
Nissan Passed Honda in Total Global Sales
By Keith Griffin on January 28, 2011 - 5:21PM
Thanks to a strong presence in China, Nissan has passed Honda in total global sales.
Lamborghini unveils the new Gallardo LP 560-4 Bicolore
By Patrick Rall on January 28, 2011 - 2:43PM
Lamborghini has used this week’s Qatar Motor Show to unveil the newest limited edition package for the Gallardo – the LP 560-4 Bicolore.
Auto Dealers Resist Plan To Pay Plug-in Hybrid Tax Credit
By Keith Griffin on January 28, 2011 - 2:02PM
Members of the National Auto Dealers Association are resistant to a White House plan to have dealers pay the plug-in hybrid tax credit directly to consumers.
Chrysler halts minivan production in Windsor due to supplier shortages
By Patrick Rall on January 28, 2011 - 12:57PM
First Ford stopped production of the 2011 F150 due to supplier shortages and now we know that next week, Chrysler will be halting production of the popular 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country due for the same supplier issues as Ford.
Ford announces $6.6 billion profit for 2010
By Patrick Rall on January 28, 2011 - 12:12PM
Ford has announced their net income for Q4 of 2010 along with the profit for the entire year and in the “rebound year” from the disaster of 2009, Ford Motor Company earned a whopping $6.6 billion.
Study Shows Diesel Engines Recuperate Extra Cost Quickly
By Keith Griffin on January 28, 2011 - 12:02PM
Carnegie Mellon University has released a study of diesel engines that show they recuperate their extra cost quickly.
Gumpert to unveil the new Tornante at Geneva Motor show
By Patrick Rall on January 28, 2011 - 11:04AM
Gumpert has announced that they will introduce the second vehicle in their lineup when the new Tornante debuts in March at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.
Ford stock plunges 7 percent on open after 4th quarter profits drop
By Frank Sherosky on January 28, 2011 - 10:14AM
After closing up in anticipation of a good annual report, Ford stock (NYSE: F) plunged on the open after a dismal 4th quarter profit report.
Ford Smart Intersection Could Help Increase Safety
By Keith Griffin on January 28, 2011 - 8:55AM
Ford has privately funded a one-of-a-kind smart intersection that could dramatically help increase safety by cutting down collisions.
Stop-start technology especially challenging for micro-hybrid engineers
By Frank Sherosky on January 28, 2011 - 12:10AM
Denso, a Tier 1 supplier, showed two alternatives at 2011 NAIAS that serve the micro-hybrid segment of stop-start technology.
The 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe hits the scales
By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2011 - 5:50PM
When the new BMW 1-Series M Coupe was unveiled at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show earlier this month, the performance world was introduced to the latest and greatest M vehicle and thanks to the folks at Axis of Oversteer, we know have an official real world curb weight for the new BMW M Coupe.
261mpg Volkswagen XL1 to see limited production for the US
By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2011 - 3:55PM
Earlier this week, the Volkswagen XL1 Concept made its debut at the Qatar Motor Show and today we have comments from the German automaker suggesting that this 261 mile per gallon diesel-hybrid will see production with some of them coming to the United States.
2011 Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300 added to 2011 IIHS Top Safety Pick Award list
By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2011 - 1:34PM
Chrysler Group announced this morning that the redesigned 2011 Dodge Charger and 2011 Chrysler 300 sedans have been added to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) list of the 2011 Top Safety Award picks – bringing the automaker to 7 vehicles on the list of 68 for 2011.
Ford stops production of new trucks due to supplier shortages
By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2011 - 12:23PM
This week, Ford Motor Company was forced to halt production at their Dearborn, Michigan truck plant due to some suppliers’ inability to keep up with the demand of the rapidly recovering auto industry.
NHTSA investigating 2010 Ford Fusion over wheel stud risk
By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2011 - 11:38AM
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation of the 2010 Ford Fusion over a possible safety concern caused by failing wheel studs.
Electric Car Prophet Agassi: $8 Israel gas cause for change
By Frank Sherosky on January 27, 2011 - 10:47AM
CNBC’s Erin Burnett just gave a short interview with Shai Agassi in Davos at the World Economic Forum about his startup, Better Place, and his opinion of electric cars in Israel.
Suzuki Super Bowl Ad Strategy Promotes Kizashi
By Keith Griffin on January 27, 2011 - 7:20AM
Suzuki's Super Bowl ad strategy is to save a few bucks and go regional in its top 14 markets to promote its all-wheel drive Kizashi. Makes sense in light of dismal sales numbers in 2010.
Two Michigan congressmen misguiding the hybrid EV incentive debate
By Frank Sherosky on January 27, 2011 - 12:06AM
Taking a self-appointed cue from President Obama's State of the Union Address, Rep. Sander Levin and Sen. Carl Levin of Michigan are obviously in favor of any incentive without reservation that supposedly supports Michigan jobs over more level-headed technologies.
2011 Washington Auto Show on despite inclement weather
By Armen Hareyan on January 26, 2011 - 8:23PM
The 2011 Washington Auto Show has released a statement that all the media activities planned for Thursday January 27th will go on as scheduled despite the inclement weather in the area.
Ford stock breaks out to upside post option expiration week
By Frank Sherosky on January 26, 2011 - 4:29PM
Perhaps it’s related to another Toyota recall, but Ford (NYSE: F) broke out from the open and stayed strong to the upside all day, closing near 18.36 on 64 million shares.
Honda stock a steady dream performer amid Toyota recalls
By Frank Sherosky on January 26, 2011 - 12:51PM
Honda Motors (NYSE: HMC) stock performance seems to reflect the success of its dream philosophy, its quality and its performance in the hands of its customers.
Toyota stock drops at open from new recall announcement
By Frank Sherosky on January 26, 2011 - 10:33AM
Toyota Motors (NYSE: TM) got recalled this morning right along with its notice that another 1.7 million vehicles will be recalled.
Tesla Designers Creating All-Electric Model X SUV
By Keith Griffin on January 25, 2011 - 9:35PM
Tesla designers are well into creating the all-electric Model X SUV, a sporty crossover model that will be no larger than a typical compact SUV but will offer all of the interior space of a full-size passenger van.
Volkswagen sets Qatar for world debut of XL1
By Frank Sherosky on January 25, 2011 - 5:48PM
Where was this car at the 2011 NAIAS in Detroit? You’ll have to go to Qatar Auto Show to experience the future of mobility, a two-seat 1-litre car.
U.S. News Best Car for the Money Awards Not Inspiring
By Keith Griffin on January 25, 2011 - 4:24PM
U.S. News Cars has released its third annual Best Car for the Money awards and it is not an inspiring list for car enthusiasts. Maybe two of the cars will get your motor running, in spite of claims this list of vehicles earns highest marks for overall value and appeal in their categories.
Chuck Jordan honored with Designer Tribute Class at Concours d-Elegance
By Frank Sherosky on January 25, 2011 - 2:12PM
The Concours d’Elegance of America at St. John’s (formerly held at Meadow Brook Hall north of Detroit) has announced the creation of a new Designer Tribute Class, which in 2011 will be dedicated to the lifelong work of Charles M. “Chuck” Jordan
GM stock recovering from option expiration selloff
By Frank Sherosky on January 25, 2011 - 1:37PM
Despite the downward move into January option expiration last week, General motors (NYSE: GM) is showing intraday strength just before the State of the Union Address.
Cyclone-Williams Steam-Powered Speedster nearing completion
By Frank Sherosky on January 25, 2011 - 12:50PM
The streamliner vehicle designed by Chuk William's U.S. Land Steam Record Team to break the world speed record for steam-powered vehicles arrived in Cyclone's facility for final assmebly stage.
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