Automotive News (Page 808)

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.

Not to be outdone by GM, Ford unveils plans for massive solar canopy for EV charging

By Luke Ottaway on August 14, 2014 - 11:19PM

GM has backed up its stated commitment to electric vehicles by leading the industry in workplace charging, particularly the solar-powered variety. Ford has responded with plans for a solar canopy of epic proportions, partly to charge its own electric vehicles.

GM Invests $174 Million in Lansing Grand River to Build the 2016 Camaro

By Patrick Rall on August 14, 2014 - 7:45PM

General Motors has announced that to prepare for production of several new models including the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro, the company will invest $174 million dollars in their Lansing Grand River plant to build a new stamping facility on site that will produce components for all of the vehicles build there.

Hydrogen fueling costs should be final nail in the coffin for fuel cell vehicles

By Luke Ottaway on August 14, 2014 - 6:05PM

Not that fuel cell cars are dead yet - in fact, their life in the hands of regular consumers is only beginning. Yet the price of refueling seems to be often overlooked in the debate over the viability of hydrogen vehicles, and Toyota’s initial estimates are not encouraging.

I Was Right - The Hellcat Charger IS Faster Than the Hellcat Challenger

By Patrick Rall on August 14, 2014 - 4:49PM

A while back I wrote a piece speculating that the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat could actually be faster than the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and after getting a fair number of nasty emails and comments about that speculation – I am here to point out that, once again, I was right.

The 2015 Ford Mustang is No Longer a Future Vehicle on Ford.com

By Patrick Rall on August 14, 2014 - 11:24AM

Since late last year, the 2015 Ford Mustang has been listed on Ford.com under Future Vehicles, but in the last 48 hours or so, the 2014 models have been removed from the website and the next generation has been moved to the current vehicle lineup – showing just how close we are to seeing the 2015 Mustang in dealerships and on the road.

Subaru WRX STI Rally Championship winner coming to Australian dealership

By Denis Flierl on August 14, 2014 - 7:54AM

Subaru Australia is giving 2015 Subaru WRX STI buyers a special treat. Who is the legendary Australian Rally Champion who will be in Melbourne?

2015 Subaru WRX STI uses 5 extreme measures to keep you safe

By Denis Flierl on August 14, 2014 - 6:40AM

The new 2015 Subaru WRX and 2015 WRX STI interactive online digital brochure arrives for performance fans.

Mazda reported to be working on diesel hybrids

By John Goreham on August 13, 2014 - 9:24PM

Mazda may be working to bring a diesel electric hybrid vehicle to markets where diesel is priced lower than gasoline.

There Could Be a Turbocharged 4-Cylinder 2016 Chevrolet Camaro After All

By Patrick Rall on August 13, 2014 - 5:51PM

A while back we reported that there would likely not be a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro powered by a turbocharged 4-cylinder after Camaro boss Al Oppenheiser stated that there would not be a 4-cylinder Camaro any time soon – but new reports and insider information now leads us to believe that maybe GM does have a turbo 4 in the works for the 6th gen Camaro.

Forward crash prevention averts costly accidents in BMW i3

By John Goreham on August 13, 2014 - 5:08PM

Reports of real-life accidents being avoided by BMW i3 owners are highlighting just how valuable such a system can be.

Drive the 2015 Ford Mustang GT Today on Forza 5

By Patrick Rall on August 13, 2014 - 4:37PM

Attention Forza Motorsport 5 gamers who have been eagerly awaiting the opportunity to drive the 2015 Ford Mustang GT in the virtual world – today is your day, as the next generation Mustang has finally come to the industry leading driving simulator for Xbox One.

Introducing the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat: The World's Most Powerful Sedan

By Patrick Rall on August 13, 2014 - 1:54PM

Today in a small restaurant along Detroit’s Woodward Avenue, the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat was introduced to a small group of media as the most powerful, the quickest and the fastest sedan in the world – not in the US – in the WORLD.

2014.5 Toyota Camry earns spot on KBB's Top 10 New Car Deals

By John Goreham on August 13, 2014 - 1:08PM

Kelly Blue Book ranks the Toyota Camry the number deal in its class for August.

Subaru BRZ pilot incredibly overcomes 4 extreme challenges to win

By Denis Flierl on August 13, 2014 - 8:01AM

Yamano Tetsuya drove his 2014 Subaru BRZ to a win at the Round 6 of the All Japan Gymkhana. What extreme challenges did he overcome?

Nearly Half of All Nissan Versa Sales Are Note Models

By Aaron Turpen on August 13, 2014 - 2:23AM

When we asked Nissan for the breakdown of Versa sales, we were surprised to find out that the all-new Versa Note makes up nearly half of those sales figures despite this being its first year on the market.

Should income dictate eligibility for electric vehicle rebates?

By Luke Ottaway on August 12, 2014 - 10:09PM

California is considering a new proposal to give higher rebates to lower-income EV buyers and take them away from the wealthy. Torque News attempts to answer the controversial question: should income determine eligibility for EV rebates?

Win a 2015 Ford Mustang GT from Stanley Black & Decker

By Patrick Rall on August 12, 2014 - 3:21PM

If you are absolutely in love with the 2015 Ford Mustang GT, but you aren’t at a point in your life where you can afford to drop $30k on a new muscle car, the folks at Stanley Black & Decker could make your dream of owning a new Mustang come true – simply by liking their Facebook page and filling out a basic information form.

2015 Dodge Challenger Shaker Models to Arrive for Spring 2015

By Patrick Rall on August 12, 2014 - 1:29PM

While I have been covering just about every aspect of the 2015 Dodge Challenger over the past few weeks, a few readers have written in, asking about the availability of the unique Shaker models and while they are most certainly on their way – they won’t be hitting showrooms until the spring of 2015.

The real reason the 2015 Lexus RC 300h hybrid coupe is not coming to America

By John Goreham on August 12, 2014 - 1:06PM

And why we think it is the right move by Lexus.

Less Than 1 Month to See the Entire Corvette Museum Sinkhole Exhibit

By Patrick Rall on August 12, 2014 - 11:36AM

If you were planning to make a trip to Bowling Green Kentucky to visit the National Corvette Museum to view the 8 cars damaged by the sinkhole back in February you had better plan your trip very soon, as the first of the Great 8 – the Corvette ZR1 Blue Devil – is scheduled to head to Michigan for a full repair in early September.

We predict 2015 Acura TLX Motor Trend ‘Car of the Year’

By Parks McCants on August 12, 2014 - 8:48AM

No hype, based on economical performance, cutting edge drive-train, design and value, We predict that Acura TLX will be Motor Trend’s 2015 “Car of the Year”. Yes, it's that cutting edge.

How 2014 Mercedes CLA-Class miraculously saved this stuntman’s life [video]

By Denis Flierl on August 12, 2014 - 8:03AM

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class four-door coupe saved this stuntman’s life. What potential life-changing accident happened?

There's no new fun 6-speed manual for 2015 WRX fans in Malaysia

By Denis Flierl on August 12, 2014 - 7:42AM

The 2015 Subaru WRX and WRX STI makes its dealer launch in Malaysia. Why won’t WRX fans be able to buy a 6-speed manual?

Contender for title of best EV ad: smart fortwo electric drive at the drag strip

By Luke Ottaway on August 11, 2014 - 11:36PM

Could the pint-sized electric vehicle from smart possibly defeat iconic performance cars in a drag race? No, of course not. But it makes for one entertaining advertisement with a great knockout punch at the end.

Anyone Should be Able to Run 11s with the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

By Patrick Rall on August 11, 2014 - 5:07PM

While the NHRA has certified that the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat will run 11.2 with stock tires and an experienced racer, my observations at the media launch of the 707hp beast lead me to believe that anyone who is racing on a well prepped drag strip will be able to run in the 11 second range – even if they have very little racing experience.

Geiger Cars Boosts the Chevrolet Camaro Z28 to 620hp

By Patrick Rall on August 11, 2014 - 3:49PM

A handful of American tuning companies have helped the new Chevrolet Camaro Z28 but for European owners who need more power from the best handling GM muscle car ever – German tuner Geiger Cars has a package that ups the output to 620 horsepower.

Will 2015 redesign help Toyota Yaris Versa the Fit?

By John Goreham on August 11, 2014 - 3:07PM

Toyota applies the corporate look to the smallest of its models. Will the look elevate sales as it has other models?

Building My Ideal 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Fastback

By Patrick Rall on August 11, 2014 - 12:23PM

While the 5.0L V8 will power the most powerful 2015 Ford Mustang fastbacks and convertibles, the big story for the next gen pony car is the new EcoBoost models – and today we walk you through the pricing for the new turbocharged S550 Mustang.

2014 Tundra SR5 Double Cab review with help from a Ford F-150 fan

By John Goreham on August 11, 2014 - 10:16AM

In our review of the 2014 Tundra Double Cab we do the usual things, but also enlist the help of a mechanical engineer, homebuilder, father, and lifelong Ford F-150 owner.

Specially-outfitted Google Maps Subaru Impreza causes strange crash

By Denis Flierl on August 11, 2014 - 8:13AM

Google Maps uses specially-outfitted 2014 Subaru Impreza to conduct surveys. What did this Google driver do that was so strange?

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