Automotive News (Page 856)

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.

Volkswagen is testing a super-battery, but how should they use its powers?

By Luke Ottaway on March 14, 2014 - 2:12PM

The practicality of current electric vehicles on the market, with the exception of the Tesla Model S and its huge battery pack, is inhibited by the energy storage capability of lithium-ion batteries. Volkswagen is working on a new battery that could change the game entirely.

The 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 Features a Special High Grip Wheel Design

By Patrick Rall on March 14, 2014 - 1:34PM

During the internal track testing of the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28, the engineering team found that the new Z/28 accelerates and brakes so hard that it was spinning the tires on the rims – forcing GM to come up with a way to keep the tires where they belong during high performance driving.

National Corvette Museum Update: Could Be Weeks Before More Cars Come Out

By Patrick Rall on March 14, 2014 - 1:01PM

It has been more than a week since we posted an update on the National Corvette Museum sinkhole repair program and that is because no more cars have been removed since last week – but there has been plenty of progress in the effort to remove the final three buried Corvettes from the massive pile of rubble.

2014 Subaru LEVORG 2.0 GT-S sports tourer launches early in Japan

By Denis Flierl on March 14, 2014 - 8:29AM

The all-new 2014 Subaru LEVORG 2.0 GT-S sports tourer launches in Japan. But it’s limited in supply.

Nissan is looking for young girls

By Aaron Turpen on March 13, 2014 - 11:08PM

Young girls interested in science and technology careers, that is. DigiGirlz is back for 2014.

Hyundai Accent Polar Bear Pizza Delivery

Would You Buy a Hyundai Accent for Cold Weather Pizza Delivery?

By Keith Griffin on March 13, 2014 - 5:39PM

What do these three things have in common: Hyundai, polar bears and pizza? They all interact regularly in Barrow, Alaska where a resilient pizzeria owner uses a Hyundai Accent as his cold weather delivery vehicle.

A Look at the Engine Lineup for the 2015 Ford F150 with Possible Power Numbers

By Patrick Rall on March 13, 2014 - 4:49PM

Since the 2015 Ford F150 was introduced at the 2014 North American International Auto Show, Ford Motor Company has been a little tight lipped on the details of the engine lineup for the next generation of America’s bestselling vehicle so we thought that today would be a good day to put together what we know for sure to help clear up any current confusions.

Toyota's secret plan for the Tacoma to match the new Chevy Colorado

By John Goreham on March 13, 2014 - 4:09PM

After being gifted the small pickup market by Chevy, Ford and Ram for years, the Toyota Tacoma is suddenly way behind the times. Here is Toyota's secret plan to keep it viable.

Insider: The Next Generation Dodge Challenger Will "Blow Your Socks Off"

By Patrick Rall on March 13, 2014 - 2:30PM

I recently had a chance to speak with an individual who has seen the next generation Dodge Challenger and while he wouldn’t give me any real details, he assured me that anyone who loves Mopar muscle cars will love the next Challenger – stating that it was going to “blow my socks off”.

Will the new 2015 Prius reverse sales crash?

By John Goreham on March 13, 2014 - 1:33PM

Toyota is preparing a new Prius. Will it come in time to keep the Prius the world’s number one selling green car?

Honda Odyssey award winning value trumps the competition

By Parks McCants on March 13, 2014 - 12:01PM

Once again, Odyssey’s innovative Hondavac has edged out the competition. We take a closer look at News and World Report’s annual "Best Minivan for Families" award, and why we believe Odyssey is the highest rated minivan in North America.

A 2016 Chevrolet Camaro That Looks Like the 5th Gen Models Could Hurt Sales

By Patrick Rall on March 13, 2014 - 11:03AM

The Chevrolet Camaro enthusiasts’ community is eagerly awaiting the debut of the 6th generation Camaro for the 2016 model year and while some are expecting a radically different GM muscle car with the next generation – rumors indicate that the next Camaro might not look all that different from the car in dealerships right now.

2015 Mercedes GLA-Class sets two environmentally friendly benchmarks

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2014 - 7:58AM

New 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class receives environmental certificate demonstrating just how efficient the new compact luxury SUV can be.

Subaru WRX STI does two things extremely well in tough Mexico Rally

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2014 - 6:52AM

Linari and Arena finish 2nd in the Subaru WRX STI in Production Cup category of WRC Round 3 in Mexico.

Tesla Direct Sales: NJ Exposed A New Paradigm of Retailing

By Armen Hareyan on March 12, 2014 - 6:17PM

The Tesla New Jersey retail license has not been renewed for what appears to be partly political reasons - pressure from NJ Dealer lobbies on the governor’s office to cut off this new paradigm of direct sales of automobiles.

Could a possible Passat Cabriolet mean death to the Eos

By Bill Jinkins on March 12, 2014 - 5:09PM

The very first VW Eos retractable hardtop convertible debuted as the Concept C at the 2004 Geneva Motor Show - a mere year after the New Beetle Convertible made its mid-model season intro in 2003. As hard as that is to conceive, that was a decade ago.

Nissan to unveil new sedan concept in China

By Aaron Turpen on March 12, 2014 - 4:05PM

Auto China 2014 will feature a brand new, market-specific sedan from Nissan as the flagship sold there, the Teana, celebrates its tenth birthday.

Tesla fans horrified to learn politicians lie and there is no free market in NJ

By John Goreham on March 12, 2014 - 3:33PM

New Jersey insults Tesla's intelligence. Tesla fans hate it when the law applies to them.

The one luxury and performance car list Lexus cannot make

By John Goreham on March 12, 2014 - 1:39PM

Not one Lexus on this prestigious list of the top 20 luxury performance models. Here's why.

Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado, Ram pickups follow Toyota Tundra’s towing lead

By John Goreham on March 12, 2014 - 10:19AM

Toyota has been following the SAE towing rating standards for years. It looks like the other guys will soon follow the leader.

Tesla: wrong move, New Jersey

By Luke Ottaway on March 11, 2014 - 9:45PM

On Tuesday New Jersey added itself to the short list of states barring Tesla’s direct-to-consumer sales model that already includes Arizona and Texas. It’s been a war of words since as Tesla lashes out at the state for what appears to be a sleazy move.

Ohio State University students build one of the world’s top electric racing motorcycles

By Luke Ottaway on March 11, 2014 - 6:56PM

Electric motorcycles haven’t been around very long and have only been out on the world’s racing circuits for about half a decade. But they’re quickly catching up to their gasoline-powered counterparts, and the Ohio State University is right in the thick of the race to the top.

BMW’s i3 Electric Car to Feature Life360 "Big Brother" Integration

By Armen Hareyan on March 11, 2014 - 5:39PM

2014 Civic Si sales will determine fate of Honda’s small 2 door sport coupe

By Parks McCants on March 11, 2014 - 5:08PM

The Darth Vader-esque nose design of the 2014 Civic Si has received a very mixed review from the Honda loyal. With the recent exit of the Insight and pending demise of the CR-Z, we believe the Si may be next to exit the line.

GM’s Ignition Recall Lapse - Fines, Investigation and Congressional Probes Oh My!

By Tim Esterdahl on March 11, 2014 - 5:01PM

For the last few years, GM has been on the comeback train by building better quality products and shaking up their product mix. This positive momentum has just been derailed by a huge failure to report a decades old problem and to conduct a timely recall. The recall lapse has all the markings of a train wreck. Here is what you need to know.

Kia Announces Pricing for Soul EV and It's High

By Keith Griffin on March 11, 2014 - 11:38AM

At a press conference today in South Korea, Kia has announced pricing for its Soul electric vehicle that will go on sale as a 2016 model. It seems high for the U.S. market by about $10,000.

Mid-season upgrades: 2014 Beetle drops 2.5L, adopts new 1.8T as its base engine

By Bill Jinkins on March 11, 2014 - 10:26AM

If you have been delaying your Beetle purchase, anticipating the arrival of the new, and much improved 1.8T base engine, your wait is finally over. After launching this remarkable new TSI motor in the 2014 Jetta and Passat, Volkswagen has finally gotten around to making the same transformation for its iconic Beetle. This changeover suddenly makes 2014 Bugs equipped with the old 2.5L archaic and potentially eligible for deep discounting to move quickly off of dealers’ lots.

Toyota’s iRoad: the coolest tricycle you’ll never get to drive

By Luke Ottaway on March 11, 2014 - 9:46AM

Electric vehicles can be practical and compete on a level playing field with internal combustion automobiles as they do here in the United States...or they can be 33 inches wide and defy every conventional notion of how a vehicle moves.

Three easy tips to help change the time on your Mercedes clock

Three easy? tips to help change the time on your cars clock

By Denis Flierl on March 11, 2014 - 8:29AM

Mercedes-Benz has released a new video for owners of one of their new luxury cars to demonstrate how to change the time. Why does it have to be so difficult?

Two new standard features to look for on the 2015 Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl on March 11, 2014 - 8:06AM

The 2015 Subaru Forester continues at the same price but gets two new standard technology features in Canada.

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