Automotive News (Page 1161)

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 2012 Nissan GT-R goes 0-60 in 2.9 seconds

By Patrick Rall on December 2, 2010 - 3:09PM

Nissan introduced the 2012 GT-R at the 2010 LA Auto Show, packing 45 more horsepower and a handful of subtle physical refinements but today they announced even bigger news – the 2012 GT-R can rip from 0-60mph in just 2.9 seconds.

The Camaro leads the Mustang, Challenger in November sales

By Patrick Rall on December 2, 2010 - 2:13PM

Thanks to the folks at Dodge, the modern horsepower war is about to heat up even more with the 470hp Challenger SRT8 392 but for now, the Chevy Camaro claims to the top spot in the muscle car class.

General Motors leads the US market in November 2010 sales

By Patrick Rall on December 2, 2010 - 12:54PM

General Motors had a strong showing in November 2010, with all four of their existing brands showing year over year growth along with the company selling more vehicles than any other automaker in the US market.

Ford forges ahead in November, leads everyone in sales

By Patrick Rall on December 2, 2010 - 12:10PM

November 2010 was a good month for the Ford Motor Company, with their two existing brands both showing year over year growth and the Ford brand taking the honors of the best-selling brand in America.

Ram and Jeep brands lead the pack for Chrysler in November

By Patrick Rall on December 2, 2010 - 11:38AM

Chrysler’s Ram and Jeep brands were tops in the American auto industry last month in terms of growth over last year, helping the Chrysler Group to show a 17% improvement over November 2009.

A Look at GM's Safety Dummies

By Keith Griffin on December 1, 2010 - 4:26PM

Forget those adorable crash test dummies from TV campaigns of the past, GM’s safety dummies are technological wizards and can cost upwards of $500,000 each.

Lincoln Snags a Top Designer from Cadillac

By Keith Griffin on December 1, 2010 - 3:55PM

Any doubts about Lincoln’s designs have been all but erased with its poaching of Cadillac’s exterior design director Max Wolff, who played a major role in executing the popular CTS-V.

First Ford Transit Connect Taxi in U.S. Delivered To Boston

By Keith Griffin on December 1, 2010 - 3:37PM

Boston and New York have a great rivalry in baseball but now Boston can claim bragging rights in the taxi game with the announcement that the first Transit Connect taxi in the U.S. will be located there.

Hyundai Sonata pulls in prizes gaining in brand recognition

By Jeffrey Zygmont on December 1, 2010 - 3:31PM

Four recent awards for the 2011 Hyundai Sonata add up to wide-ranging praise for the mid-size family sedan. Hyundai touts other independent measurements that show steady gains for the auto brand as a whole.

The 2011 Honda Insight gets a new low-priced entry trimline

By Patrick Rall on December 1, 2010 - 2:48PM

Honda Motor Company has announced that he 2011 Insight Hybrid is now on sale and for 2011, the Prius-fighter receives a new low priced trimline and a handful of new standard features.

The Ram brand introduces new commercial colors

By Patrick Rall on December 1, 2010 - 2:23PM

Competing in the super tight heavy duty pickup market is all about offering everything that your consumer could ask for and the Ram brand has taken that a step further with 19 new colors for commercial buyers of the 2011 Ram 2500 – 5500 models and Ram Chassis cabs.

Internet Car and Truck of the Year winners announced

By Patrick Rall on December 1, 2010 - 1:08PM

This morning, the Internet Car(s) and Truck of the Year were announced and in the second year of the award where Average Joes and Internet Pros pick the top vehicles of the year, there has been a clean sweep for American automakers.

Audi unveils the redesigned 2012 A6

By Patrick Rall on December 1, 2010 - 12:12PM

Last night, Audi pulled the sheets off of the redesigned 2012 A6, which is expected to make its public debut early next year (perhaps the 2011 Detroit Auto Show) and along with the standard gas and diesel engines; there will be a hybrid version shortly after the initial launch.

Expense of Owning a Hybrid Comes in Different Ways

By Keith Griffin on December 1, 2010 - 7:19AM

While it’s common knowledge that hybrids are going to cost you more to buy, a new report finds the cost of ownership is going to be more ways that owners may not have thought of.

Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed coming in spring 2011

By Patrick Rall on November 30, 2010 - 5:13PM

Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit hit shelves earlier this month and already, the folks at Electronic Arts have the next installment of the NFS series in progress - and TorqueNews.com has already played the next Need for Speed.

Hyundai is first in customer love per brand survey

By Jeffrey Zygmont on November 30, 2010 - 3:09PM

A wide-ranging study finds that Hyundai enjoys more consumer loyalty than any other auto company, beating even the big-name luxury brands by a large margin. In fact, Hyundai cars and crossovers get more love from their owners than almost all other brand-name products.

General Motors to auction off first retail 2011 Chevy Volt for Detroit Public Schools

By Patrick Rall on November 30, 2010 - 2:21PM

During an event at the Detroit Hamtramck to celebrate the production of the 2011 Chevy Volt, GM North America President Mark Reuss announced that the first 2011 Chevy Volt built for the retail market would be auctioned off to benefit the Detroit Public School system.

NHTSA launches investigation of 2006 Honda CRV over possible door fires

By Patrick Rall on November 30, 2010 - 1:44PM

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration has launched an investigation into the 2006 Honda CR-V due to reported fires in the driver’s door caused by an overheating window switch.

Bentley announces management changes

By Patrick Rall on November 30, 2010 - 1:21PM

Bentley Motors has announced that former vice president of research and development from Porsche Auto Group will be taking over the position of Chairman and CEO of Bentley, effective February 1, 2011.

Jaguar Land Rover recalls 2956 LR2s over airbag risk

By Patrick Rall on November 30, 2010 - 11:14AM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced that Jaguar Land Rover North America is recalling 2,956 LR2s over a possible airbag failure.

Toyota to repair 650,000 Prius models for high heat risks

By Patrick Rall on November 30, 2010 - 12:04AM

Toyota has announced that they will repair over 650,000 Prius hybrids due to a concern over cooling system failures but the Japanese automaker is vehement that this is not another Toyota recall.

Cadillac announces partnership with the PGA

By Patrick Rall on November 29, 2010 - 9:34PM

Cadillac has adopted the slogan “the New Standard of the World” and to help feature the brand on a grand sporting stage, GM’s luxury brand has become a sponsor of the World Golf Championship.

Volvo recalls 2011 models for possible stalling risks

By Patrick Rall on November 29, 2010 - 8:19PM

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration announced today that Volvo is recalling a variety of 2011 models, including the S60, S80, XC60 and XC70 for concerns over the engine control module cutting fuel from the engine.

Ford Transit Connect becoming today's hippie van

By Jeffrey Zygmont on November 29, 2010 - 5:07PM

Ford just launched the more comfortable, XLT Premium Wagon version of the Transit Connect work truck. The reason of this launch is because the consumers are finding interesting and innovative ways to tune and customize the vehicle for nomadic activities.

GM India Hits 100,000 in Sales

By Keith Griffin on November 29, 2010 - 4:40PM

GM’s growing popularity in India is demonstrated by its hitting 100,000 in sales a month ahead of projection thanks to the appeal of its small Chevrolets like the Spark.

2012 Ford Mustang Cobra Jet information leaked by a Puerto Rican Ford dealer

By Patrick Rall on November 29, 2010 - 2:16PM

The Ford Mustang Cobra Jet drag racing package is back for 2012 with a handful of changes to build on the Cobra Jet’s record setting reputation with improved performance for the 2012 model year.

Porsche Will Produce New SUV Called Cajun

By Keith Griffin on November 29, 2010 - 2:09PM

Porsche is introducing a smaller SUV called the Cajun into its lineup. SUVs have proven to be a major profit center for Porsche, along with its four-door Panamera.

Ford takes over 15k pre-orders for the all-new 2011 Explorer

By Patrick Rall on November 29, 2010 - 12:11PM

Ford expected big things from the 2011 Explorer but the totally redesigned SUV has received over 15,000 pre-orders – more than doubling the predictions of Ford Motor Company.

Jaguar recalls 6475 XJ sedans for wiper failure risk

By Patrick Rall on November 29, 2010 - 11:21AM

Jaguar is recalling 6,475 2010 and 2011 XJ sedans for a concern over possible windshield wiper failure due to manufacturing errors.

Jeep to build new models in Italy with US-built drivetrains

By Patrick Rall on November 29, 2010 - 10:58AM

Company CEO Sergio Marchionne announced Friday that new Jeep models will be built at Alfa Romeo’s Mirafiori plant in Turin, Italy but those vehicles will be powered by engines and transmissions from US plants.

Subscribe to