Automotive News (Page 867)

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.

Hyundai Dares Its Customers - Tell Us We're Bad

By Keith Griffin on November 14, 2013 - 4:40PM

At first blush it appears to be a gutsy move. Hyundai has invited consumers to rate its dealerships good and bad for all the world to see on a third-party website. It appears to be a bold move until one finds out Hyundai's customers largely like the brand.

Toyota's FJ Cruiser nears its last safari

By John Goreham on November 14, 2013 - 1:51PM

The FJ Cruiser is ending its run, but those who want the best one ever built still have time to step up and get an "Ultimate Edition" FJ that will surely become a cult classic.

Just Determined: Doubts Raised About Kia Soul EV Range

By Keith Griffin on November 14, 2013 - 11:08AM

It's still at least six months away from market yet Kia's claims of 120 miles of range for its 2014 Soul EV are already being called into question. One expert says the range may be at least 20 percent below that stated number.

Is Elon Musk's supersonic Tesla electric plane idea possible?

By John Goreham on November 14, 2013 - 9:51AM

Our engineering background is limited. Maybe our readers could tell us if Tesla's founder's idea of a supersonic airliner (that takes off vertically and lands vertically just for added difficulty) is technically possible.

Forester showered with more accolades as Best Car to Buy

By Denis Flierl on November 14, 2013 - 7:26AM

The all-new 2014 Subaru Forester has received another North American award as the "Best Car to Buy" from automotive publisher High Gear Media.

2014 Mercedes-Benz A-Class and B-Class ECO models

Three ways Mercedes ECO models get better economy with no impact on performance

By Denis Flierl on November 14, 2013 - 7:07AM

Mercedes-Benz offers better fuel economy with the introduction of all-new 2014 A-Class and B-Class ECO models. But do they sacrifice performance?

Honda to 'exit' Ridgeline pickup with special edition offering

By Parks McCants on November 13, 2013 - 11:11PM

A late entry in the North American pickup truck market, Honda will offer a 2014 Special Edition Ridgeline as the mid size light duty car truck prepares to "temporarily" exit the market in 2015.

Among Compacts, One Kia Model Judged the Best

By Keith Griffin on November 13, 2013 - 10:22PM

Judges from three media organizations that specialize in covering the automotive industry have proclaimed a Kia compact to be the best compact sedan "in its league" and it was up against some stiff competition.

Is Nissan about to introduce a Google Glass competitor at Tokyo?

By Aaron Turpen on November 13, 2013 - 9:53PM

A video posted to the Nissan YouTube channel seems to be showcasing a wearable heads-up display called the 3E which it promises to debut at the Tokyo Motor Show next week. What is it?

Lincoln Pursues Almighty Buck with 2015 MKC Crossover

By Keith Griffin on November 13, 2013 - 9:48PM

Quick, picture the Lincoln MKZ, MKX, MKT and MKS in your head. Can't do it can you? Well, just to further muddle the model lineup, there's a new 2015 Lincoln MKC in the mix and it's yet another example of murky marketing by the premium arm of the Ford Motor Co. as it attempts to squeeze some cash into the lackluster company.

New Update -Tesla factory accident

By John Goreham on November 13, 2013 - 8:36PM

Three workers operating a low pressure press were reported injured by hot metal. Musk visits workers at area hospital.

Nissan NV200 Taxi goes to London

By Aaron Turpen on November 13, 2013 - 6:12PM

Final testing of the NV200 as a London Taxi are underway as Nissan's new taxi goes international. From New York to London, is Paris next?

Elon Musk declares "no recall" over Tesla fires

By John Goreham on November 13, 2013 - 2:51PM

The founder and number one fan of Tesla gives good interview. Like the cars, he is easy to like.

New Chevrolet Colorado the company's most important vehicle since bankruptcy

By John Goreham on November 13, 2013 - 1:40PM

Chevy will reveal the new Colorado compact pickup truck in one week at the LA Auto Show. Will this new Colorado turn around Chevy’s diving pickup sales?

Hyundai certified pre-owned best in nation

Hyundai Certified Gets Top Award But Does Buying One Make Sense?

By Keith Griffin on November 13, 2013 - 1:39PM

When it comes to buying a new car vs. a used car, some folks are always going to opt for new while others feel certified pre-owned is the only way to go. Well, the latter might be right in the wake of Hyundai being pegged best overall certified pre-owned program for popular cars by IntelliChoice.

2015 Subaru WRX charged with task of bringing new blood to the brand

By Denis Flierl on November 13, 2013 - 6:37AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX/STI will gain new refinements that will broaden the appeal to include a new audience. Will the next-gen WRX/STI be able to attract new performance blood?

Meet the ultimate farming and hunting tool: Mercedes Unimog U 423

By Denis Flierl on November 13, 2013 - 6:28AM

Mercedes-Benz has just released their new 2014 Unimog U 423 at the Agritechnica - the leading trade fair concerning everything to do with technology in agriculture.

Oops - Mazda CX-5 crashes while demonstrating safety features to customer

By Aaron Turpen on November 12, 2013 - 4:47PM

A Mazda dealership in Japan had an employee showing a customer how to operate the safety features of their CX-5 when the vehicle crashed into a fence, injuring both occupants. Not exactly what we'd call a safety demo!

Nissan inaugurates new vehicle plant in Mexico with 175,000 unit capacity

By Aaron Turpen on November 12, 2013 - 4:29PM

The plant was brought online in just 19 months, adding further Nissan Americas capacity as a multi-platform, flexible assembly plant that can be utilized for most of Nissan's global vehicle platforms as needed. This puts Nissan's operations in Mexico very near a 1 million vehicle capacity.

Refreshed 2014 Lexus CT 200h an example of smart green car manufacturing

By John Goreham on November 12, 2013 - 11:17AM

Lexus' low-volume near-luxury hybrid gets the new company uniform for 2014. Many might wonder why Lexus even bothers with the CT 200h, but there is a big reason the car makes sense.

Subaru gains valuable inside information from Camry production

By Denis Flierl on November 12, 2013 - 8:11AM

Contrary to recent reports, Subaru of America will continue to produce the Toyota Camry at the Indiana manufacturing facility. How does it help them with the 2014 Subaru Legacy sedan?

700 hp Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG Brabus B63S 700 Widestar

Brabus delivers 700 hp Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG to Dubai police

By Denis Flierl on November 12, 2013 - 7:48AM

Brabus B63S 700 Widestar, a Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG variant in Police livery, celebrates its world premiere at the Dubai International Motor Show 2013.

Quality Problems Come to a Head at Hyundai

By Keith Griffin on November 12, 2013 - 7:33AM

In a surprising move, Hyundai's chief technology officer has resigned in the wake of increasing vehicle recalls around the globe, especially in the vital United States market where the brand in the last decade has developed a hard-earned reputation for quality that could slowly be slipping away.

Exterior Design Could Hurt Kia Soul EV Sales

By Keith Griffin on November 12, 2013 - 6:20AM

Well that didn't take long as the same day that Kia announces its new 2014 Kia Soul EV, a review is posted and it looks like it "has potential." While it still seems like the Soul EV is not ready for the U.S., it won't fail because of internal design but it might because of a glaring exterior design problem.

2015 Genesis Best Looking Hyundai Ever: A Wannabee?

By Keith Griffin on November 11, 2013 - 7:53PM

The South Korean unveil of the 2015 Hyundai Genesis shows it could be the best looking Hyundai ever to hit the U.S. market, but then again some might find it derivative based on spy shots unveiled and it could be termed a wannabee.

Stunning 2015 Subaru WRX breaks cover before LA reveal

By Denis Flierl on November 11, 2013 - 7:21PM

Subaru has released a teaser image of the new 2015 WRX just before the official reveal at the LA Auto Show on November 20.

Honda may offer ‘next generation’ fuel cell, electric hybrid as early as 2015

By Parks McCants on November 11, 2013 - 6:01PM

Mondays' announcement that Honda will debut its FCEV concept car at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show is exciting news for proponents of zero emissions. Long in concept and practical development, hydrogen fuel cells linked to electric drives is approaching mass-market viability.

Toyota to build FR-S based rally car

By John Goreham on November 11, 2013 - 5:10PM

The World Rally Championship website has broken the news that Toyota will build a new version of the FR-S for rally racing. Good news, but will it have any more power?

Volkswagen moving to all turbo engines in last ditch effort to revive sales

By John Goreham on November 11, 2013 - 3:37PM

Volkswagen in America is danger-close to being irrelevant. In an effort to help turn things around VW is moving to all turbo engines. The bad news is the new engines are not even as fuel efficient or as powerful as the competitor's non-turbo engines are.

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Autonomous Drive Nissan LEAF

Prime Minister of Japan rides in first Autonomous Drive public road test for Nissan LEAF

By Aaron Turpen on November 11, 2013 - 3:00PM

The Nissan LEAF outfitted with Autonomous Drive made its first public road test in Japan with the country's Prime Minister as its passenger. Obviously a big moment for the technology Nissan plans to roll out in just a few years. Watch video of the drive here.

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