Automotive News (Page 827)

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.

Owner data: once you go electric, you never go back

By Luke Ottaway on May 23, 2014 - 8:54AM

Preliminary results from electric vehicle owners indicate that EV owner satisfaction blows that of conventional vehicles out of the water.

You don’t want to miss Red Bull Global Rallycross Barbados on NBC tomorrow [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 23, 2014 - 7:24AM

Red Bull Global Rallycross Top Gear Festival Barbados airs tomorrow May 24 1-2PM ET on NBC.

The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Could Be the Newest 200mph Club Member

By Patrick Rall on May 22, 2014 - 1:19PM

The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat will feature a 200 mile per hour speedometer, leaving us to wonder if the 600+ horsepower Mopar muscle car could be the 4th of the modern American performance cars to hit the 200mph mark – possibly joining some very impressive company including the Dodge Viper, the Chevrolet Corvette and the Ford Mustang.

Tesla Superchargers to arrive Down Under in 2015

By Luke Ottaway on May 22, 2014 - 1:13PM

Drivers around the world want a go at Tesla’s Model S, but many are forced to wait as China and Europe get first global dibs. Australia hasn’t been tops on Tesla’s list but it was recently revealed that the company will begin deploying Supercharger stations in the country next year.

Why Fiat's CEO saying "don't buy our electric cars" makes perfect sense

By John Goreham on May 22, 2014 - 12:45PM

Fiat is not alone among the world’s leading automakers in thinking that EVs are not working out. Toyota feels the same way.

Want a Tesla Model S convertible? No problem, says Newport Convertible Engineering

By Luke Ottaway on May 22, 2014 - 10:08AM

Tesla’s Model S is already a highly desirable and expensive vehicle. If it’s not exactly what you’re looking for and you have a lot of extra cash to burn, Newport Convertible Engineering can help.

AMG's next performance machine 2015 Mercedes-AMG GT is coming soon [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 22, 2014 - 7:31AM

This fall, AMG's next high-performance vehicle will make its world debut: The 2015 Mercedes-AMG GT.

Subaru launches 2014 LEVORG with these two unique features

By Denis Flierl on May 22, 2014 - 6:36AM

The all-new 2014 Subaru LEVORG launches this week in Japan and is coming with two unique features.

The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT 392 and Hellcat

The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Comes With and Without the Hellcat Hemi

By Patrick Rall on May 21, 2014 - 4:45PM

While the big news from the Chrysler Group yesterday was the official announcement of the 600+ horsepower Hellcat Hemi that will power the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT, but while we were all so focused on the new supercharged monster, we quickly skimmed over the fact that the new SRT Challenger will be offered in two different trimlines – one with the Hellcat Hemi and one with the current 392 Hemi.

BMW i3 least expensive EV to maintain in America

By John Goreham on May 21, 2014 - 3:40PM

The new BMW i3 will save owners money due to a very low cost of maintenance, something not all popular EVs can offer.

Major blow to EV charging convenience as ChargePoint drops out of EZ-Charge alliance

By Luke Ottaway on May 21, 2014 - 2:42PM

Nissan’s EZ-Charge program was created to bring free and convenient charging to new LEAF owners, but at the last minute the most important player in the agreement got cold feet and withdrew from the promotion.

The amazing 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata Anniversary Editions are sold out, but fear not

By John Goreham on May 21, 2014 - 1:09PM

Yes, the 100 special ones are now sold. We warned you! However, there are still great Miatas to be had.

Despite Reports, No Final Edition C6 Corvette ZR1 Coming

By Patrick Rall on May 21, 2014 - 1:00PM

Late last week, some reports surfaced insisting that there would be a final collection of C6 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 coupes built to commemorate the end of the 6th generation Corvette, but after checking with a connection familiar with the proceedings at the Corvette assembly facility in Kentucky – these reports seems to be completely incorrect.

NISMO is #eatsleepdRACErepeat

By Aaron Turpen on May 21, 2014 - 12:13PM

Nissan's factory tuning and racing arm is cranking it up for the racing season with competitors hitting nearly every major race event in the world. Join in and get pumped.

Surprisingly Low Prices for the 2015 Ford Mustang GT, EcoBoost Arrive Online

By Patrick Rall on May 21, 2014 - 11:38AM

Yesterday we brought you the initial pricing for the 2015 Ford Mustang V6 fastback and the news that the order banks were officially open and today, we have new information regarding the prices of the 2015 Mustang GT and EcoBoost models.

CARB shelves proposed $60,000 ZEV rebate limit, Tesla breathes sigh of relief

By Luke Ottaway on May 21, 2014 - 8:57AM

The California Air Resources Board had been toying with the idea of limiting state rebates to zero-emission vehicles with a price tag below $60,000. Now it appears that this proposal has been scrapped.

Subaru GRC STI finishes disappointing 6th at Global Rallycross Barbados [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 21, 2014 - 7:21AM

Global Rallycross Top Gear Festival Barbados results are in and it was less than a party for the 2014 Subaru WRX STIs.

Watch Ken Block’s Ford Fiesta ST vs Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes F1 [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 21, 2014 - 6:13AM

2014 Global Rallycross Barbados was full of action and some fun between Ken Block and Lewis Hamilton. Watch what happens.

The Chevrolet Camaro Won't Overpower the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Until the Next Generation

By Patrick Rall on May 20, 2014 - 7:23PM

The Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is the most powerful bowtie clad muscle car available right now with 580 horsepower and with the new 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat packing at least 600 horsepower – the Camaro will have to wait until the 6th generation to take a shot at the most powerful muscle car title.

Toyota reveals breakthrough that will increase future Prius MPG by 10%

By John Goreham on May 20, 2014 - 4:36PM

Toyota explained today how its next generation of Prius and other hybrid vehicles will achieve the 5% efficiency gains promised, and how an added 5% may be added by 2020.

Why Motor Trend's praise for the Mazda3 is so important

By John Goreham on May 20, 2014 - 1:58PM

Motor trend likes to take the opposing view on a lot of issues. However, its recent test of the Mazda3 against all its competitors is important in more than one way.

Does BlueIndy electric car-sharing have a chance to succeed in Indianapolis?

By Luke Ottaway on May 20, 2014 - 1:07PM

Car sharing is by all accounts on the rise, as younger urban-dwellers realize that owning a car isn’t necessarily a good investment. A French car sharing company bringing its electric vehicles and business model to Indianapolis therefore could be a big hit, but the risk is high.

It's Official: The New Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Hemi has More than 600hp (Video)

By Patrick Rall on May 20, 2014 - 12:54PM

This morning, the Chrysler Group dropped the first official information on the long awaited Hellcat Hemi that will power the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT – including the incredible news that the Hellcat will indeed pack more than 600 horsepower.

Will 2015 Subaru WRX STI NBR be ready for Nurburgring 24-hour?

By Denis Flierl on May 20, 2014 - 12:03PM

Subaru Tecnica International’s (STI) entry in the 2014 Nurburgring Long Distance Championship is the 2015 Subaru WRX STI. It’s getting ready.

The 2015 Ford Mustang is Officially on Sale Now - Starting at $24,425

By Patrick Rall on May 20, 2014 - 11:32AM

Ford Motor Company announced this morning that they have officially opened the order banks for the 2015 Ford Mustang and while the company still hasn’t announced full pricing or official power numbers – we know that the base 2015 Mustang V6 fastback starts at $24,425.

New Fisker owner prepared to put money where his mouth is, and a lot of it

By Luke Ottaway on May 20, 2014 - 9:35AM

It takes a great deal of money to produce a successful startup, especially for one that makes electric vehicles. That shouldn’t be a problem for Fisker under its deep-pocketed and passionate new owner.

Lexus prepares modern 7-seat crossover to augment popular RX 350

By John Goreham on May 20, 2014 - 8:49AM

The RX 350 is the best-selling luxury crossover in existence, but is limited to 5 seats. Lexus is planning a 7-seat crossover and the name might be "Texas."

The most affordable EV in America: Mitsubishi i-MiEV arrives this spring

By Denis Flierl on May 20, 2014 - 8:26AM

The 2014 Mitsubishi i-MiEV is the most affordable electric vehicle in America. It arrives here in the U.S. this spring.

Scott Speed Gives the Andretti Autosport Volkswagen Global RallyCross Debut Win

By Patrick Rall on May 19, 2014 - 6:21PM

Scott Speed started the 2014 Red Bull Global RallyCross season in the same fashion that he started his 2013 season – with a big event win outside of the United States – but this time his win was in the Andretti Autosport Volkswagen Polo rather than the OMSE2 Ford Fiesta ST that he drove to victory last season.

The Hellcat Hemi Might Make the Dodge Charger SRT America's Most Powerful Sedan

By Patrick Rall on May 19, 2014 - 4:45PM

If the expectations of the supercharged 6.2L supercharged Hellcat Hemi prove to be accurate, anything in the 600hp range would make the Dodge Charger SRT the most powerful full production sedan sold in the United States – packing more of a punch than anything offered by the best performance sedans from Europe.

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