Automotive News (Page 843)

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.

EV Battery degradation in extreme temperatures might not be as bad as AAA says

By Luke Ottaway on March 20, 2014 - 11:49AM

AAA announced yesterday that electric vehicle range is significantly reduced in hot and cold weather. However, their tests are no substitute for real-world data.

Mazda's display at New York Auto Show will feature drop-top cars

By John Goreham on March 20, 2014 - 10:05AM

In addition to its display featuring upcoming cars, Mazda will create a historic display looking back on 25 years of convertible joy.

Want the fastest 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class in the world?

By Denis Flierl on March 20, 2014 - 7:08AM

This 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class from Brabus is the fastest compact luxury CLA in the world. You can own one of these performance cars.

MotoGP should use a BMW bike with a sidecar for the safety vehicle

By Armen Hareyan on March 19, 2014 - 11:11PM

BMW is once again supplying the official safety vehicle for the 2014 MotoGP series. A 2014 BMW M4 Coupe especially prepared for the task will handle the on-track safety duties. In a press release, BMW M said it is proud to be part of this success story for the 16th season running. Since 1999, we have been the “Official Car of MotoGP”, helping keep the racetracks of the Motor Cycling World Championship safe all over the world.

The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Rumored for Debut This Weekend in California

By Patrick Rall on March 19, 2014 - 6:10PM

Word on the street is that the Chrysler Group will introduce the new Hellcat Hemi that is expected to power the next Dodge Challenger SRT this coming weekend at the 2014 Spring Festival of LXs in Irvine California – which could be the first official information on the supercharged Hemi as we wait for the introduction of the next generation Challenger.

Chrysler to Halt SRT Viper Production Due to Slow Sales, 2015 Model Year Changes

By Patrick Rall on March 19, 2014 - 5:07PM

The Chrysler Group has announced that the Connor Avenue Assembly Plant where the SRT Viper is built will be idled for 9 weeks starting next month to help the company burn through inventory already on hand while also performing any changes that need to be made for the start of the 2015 model year Viper production run.

In war against dealers, no reinforcements for Tesla as battleground shifts to Ohio

By Luke Ottaway on March 19, 2014 - 4:27PM

You might think automakers with electric models, such as GM and Nissan, would be helping out Tesla in their endless legal and political battle with car dealers. But that hasn’t been the case.

The Warranty Might Be the Craziest Aspect of the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28

By Patrick Rall on March 19, 2014 - 3:29PM

The 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 is a street legal muscle car designed for serious road racing and to help promote racing among new Z/28 owners, the 5 year, 100,000 mile warranty will cover problems which occur during track racing sessions.

Toyota's $1.2 billion recall settlement could be worse news for GM

By John Goreham on March 19, 2014 - 3:19PM

$1.2 billion is bad news for Toyota, but GM’s coming recall fine could be larger

2015 Ford F150 Will Introduce LED Headlights to the Half Ton Truck Segment

By Patrick Rall on March 19, 2014 - 3:01PM

When the 2015 Ford F150 hits the street later this year, it will be the first half ton truck sold in America to feature high tech LED headlights – bringing a sharp look, better lighting while driving and better durability than the traditional filament-based headlight bulbs to the bestselling vehicle in America.

Why are baby boomers all buying fancy Ford Escapes?

By John Goreham on March 19, 2014 - 2:15PM

Ford finds some startling statistics about the largest segment of our population and their buying habits. Ford and Lexus plan to take advantage of this.

Feast Your Eyes on the EcoBoost Engine of the 2015 Ford Mustang

By Patrick Rall on March 19, 2014 - 1:16PM

Ford has shown us the 2015 Ford Mustang and they have shown us the 2.3L EcoBoost engine on a stand at the various auto shows, but we haven’t gotten a very good look at the engine bay of the EcoBoost’d 2015 Mustang – until now.

Volkswagen reaffirms its commitment to cleaner, more efficient diesel technology

By Bill Jinkins on March 19, 2014 - 11:40AM

Coming in the second half of this year is Volkswagen’s updated 2.0-liter TDI Clean Diesel engine, designated EA288. It makes its appearance on the 2015 Mk7 Golf, Jetta, Passat, Beetle, and Beetle Convertible (the only diesel convertible sold in America).

Local Motors wants to revolutionize the way cars are built

By Luke Ottaway on March 19, 2014 - 11:04AM

Local Motors is the most interesting automotive company you’ve never heard of. This September they are going to build an electric car using a 3D printer at the International Manufacturing Technology Show.

Porsche to replace engines in 911 GT3 due to fire and defect

By John Goreham on March 19, 2014 - 9:59AM

Porsche will replace all of the engines in all of its top street/racing 911 model, the GT3. The engines have a catastrophic defect that can cause the engine to be blown and catch fire.

Subaru stands head and shoulders above all others in this important category

By Denis Flierl on March 19, 2014 - 8:02AM

Subaru, who produces the 2015 Forester SUV, and 2014 XV Crosstrek Hybrid is tops in the Warranty Direct Index for electrical reliability.

Meet the newest AMG: 2015 Mercedes S63 AMG Coupe

Meet the newest smokin' hot AMG: 2015 Mercedes S63 AMG Coupe

By Denis Flierl on March 19, 2014 - 7:03AM

The newest AMG has just been revealed, the all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG Coupe is here.

Latest Odyssey recall will cost Honda Motor Co $ millions

By Parks McCants on March 19, 2014 - 12:37AM

With yet another notification of voluntary Honda recall headlined throughout Cyberspace, we at Torque News-Honda solute American Honda Motors.

Acura RLX Sport Hybrid tours US featuring NSX race developed technology (Video)

By Parks McCants on March 18, 2014 - 2:52PM

While it may be another year or two before North America greets the release of a 2nd generation NSX, Acura’s Uber-advanced RLX Sport Hybrid is touring the nation, and is coming to a city near you.

Lexus' new turbocharged engine may not save customers gas money

By John Goreham on March 18, 2014 - 2:00PM

Lexus is about to introduce a new compact crossover with a turbocharged engine. Here's why it might not save its customers money at the pump.

Two of the National Corvette Museum Sinkhole Cars Shouldn't Be Fixed

By Patrick Rall on March 18, 2014 - 1:13PM

It has been expected since the sinkhole under the National Corvette Museum swallowed up 8 historic American sports cars last month that they would be fixed, but a great many people believe that not all of the cars should be fixed – and I agree.

The Chevrolet Camaro Z/28.R Scores First Win at Sebring

By Patrick Rall on March 18, 2014 - 12:06PM

It has taken the new Chevrolet Camaro Z/28.R race car just two tries to score its first win – with the Stevenson Motorsports Z/28.R piloted by Robin Liddell and Andrew Davis winning the warm-up race ahead of the 12 Hours of Sebring.

Why does 2015 Subaru WRX STI NBR run 2.0-liter engine?

Why does 2015 Subaru WRX STI NBR run a 2.0-liter engine?

By Denis Flierl on March 18, 2014 - 8:22AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI Nurburgring 24-hour race car runs a 2.0-liter engine. Why not the 2.5-liter that the production model runs?

How to experience two unforgettable days with the 2015 Mercedes GLA

By Denis Flierl on March 18, 2014 - 8:08AM

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class has just mage its dealer launch in Germany, and they are offering a fun deal with the luxury compact SUV.

Does Ford’s plan for electric vehicles lack vision?

By Luke Ottaway on March 18, 2014 - 7:47AM

Recent comments from an exec at Ford indicated the company isn’t going to get behind battery electrics just yet, but instead will continue to focus its efforts on plug-in hybrids. Is this a clever strategy, or is their attitude toward pure electrics a self-fulfilling prophecy?

SRT Viper GTSR Claims 2nd at Sebring, Beats Corvette Racing Again

By Patrick Rall on March 17, 2014 - 6:12PM

For the second time in the 2014 Tudor United Sports Car Championship, an SRT Viper GTS-R finished on the podium as the #93 Viper finished 2nd in the GTLM class at the 12 Hours of Sebring race – also beating the Corvette Racing program for the second in two races.

Why are there no diesel hybrid cars?

By John Goreham on March 17, 2014 - 4:53PM

We analyze why automakers have not come up with an affordable car using a diesel electric-hybrid powertrain. Seems obvious, right?

GM Recalls 1.3 Million SUVs Because Consumers Don't Pay Attention to Warning Lights

By Patrick Rall on March 17, 2014 - 2:47PM

General Motors issued another massive recall this morning, this time calling back roughly 1.3 million units of their popular large sport utility vehicles because of a wiring issue that could cause the seat mounted airbags not to open – but there is an interesting catch with this recall.

Mechanical Issues Force a Disappointing Sebring Finish for the Corvette C7R

By Patrick Rall on March 17, 2014 - 1:35PM

The two teams campaigning a new Chevrolet Corvette C7R headed into this weekend’s 12 Hours of Sebring endurance race with the hopes of improving on a slow start to the 2014 season, but those hopes were dashed by mechanical issues for the second race in a row.

Mainstream media tries to link Toyota Japanese pay increase to trouble in India

By John Goreham on March 17, 2014 - 1:26PM

In two unrelated stories, Toyota this week gave a raise to its Japanese workers and had to shut an Indian plant due to labor trouble. To read the mainstream media's version you would think these were somehow related.

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