Automotive News (Page 868)

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.

Meet the World's First Ever Ford Mustang Owner

By Patrick Rall on September 20, 2013 - 7:09PM

Ford Motor Company has sold millions of Mustangs to millions of people but the woman shown in the image above with the Skylight Blue 1964 Ford Mustang was the first person to ever purchase a Mustang - and she still owns it today.

2014 Honda Fit EV solves some issues, but range is still a problem

By John Goreham on September 20, 2013 - 5:26PM

Our quick spin in the new 2014 Honda Fit electric vehicle convinced us that it has overcome all of the drivability issues of early EVs, but range is still a serious concern. Even buyers of city cars, who might choose a Fit may have trouble making this their only vehicle.

EXCLUSIVE: Mazda donates $15,000 to save animals stranded in the Colorado flooding

By Aaron Turpen on September 20, 2013 - 3:54PM

The Colorado floods have devastated the area and to help, Mazda has donated $35,000 in relief effort funding, $15,000 of which will go to the Humane Society of Boulder Valley to help save stranded and lost pets. We talk to some of the Colorado residents who welcome this unique gift.

Tesla Motors stock sharply up on auto-pilot feature for 2016, and analyst buy recommendation

By David Herron on September 20, 2013 - 2:59PM

A "buy" recommendation by a Deutsche Bank stock analyst may have sent Tesla Motors (TSLA) stock price sharply upward, or was it the news that Tesla is developing an auto-pilot feature?

The Fiat 500 Abarth Gets More Awesome with the Zender Abarth 500 Corsa Stradale Concept

By Patrick Rall on September 20, 2013 - 2:23PM

The Fiat 500 Abarth is one of my favorite cars in the world but the folks at Zender have rolled out a heavily customized version of the Abarth 500 that makes the sporty Italian compact inside, outside and under the hood.

The BMW i3 electric car starts production ahead of deliveries in November

By David Herron on September 20, 2013 - 2:14PM

The BMW i3 premium electric car, BMW's first attempt at production EV's after a few years of prototype electric cars, has begun production ahead of starting deliveries to customers in November.

Win a 2014 Ford Mustang from Alamo

By Patrick Rall on September 20, 2013 - 1:01PM

The folks at Alamo rental car are currently running a sweepstakes with the grand prize winner taking home a 2014 Ford Mustang Convertible - along with other prizes that include free rental cars and round trip flight vouchers from Southwest airlines.

The entryway to the Wixom Performance Build Center

GM Closing Wixom Performance Engine Facility, Build-Your-Own-Engine Program Ends

By Patrick Rall on September 20, 2013 - 12:09PM

After building over 40,000 high performance engines, the General Motors will close the Wixom Performance Build Center – forcing them to temporarily suspend the popular Corvette Build Your Own Engine program until the Bowling Green Kentucky Corvette plant has been adapted to house the program.

A quick spin in the 2014 Toyota Corolla LE Eco

By John Goreham on September 20, 2013 - 11:29AM

The new 2014 Toyota Corolla LE Eco will be one of the top sellers in the new Corolla line. Our quick spin in the car revealed one big surprise and confirms the worst fears of its competitors.

2015 Mercedes GLA-Class at IAA Frankfurt 2013

2015 Mercedes GLA-Class makes splash with these two features [video]

By Denis Flierl on September 20, 2013 - 10:03AM

The new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class made its world premiere at the 2013 IAA in Frankfurt and is attracting much attention already.

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class display at the Frankfurt Auto Show

2014 Mercedes CLA-Class launches today with new sports equipment

By Denis Flierl on September 20, 2013 - 7:55AM

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class display at the Frankfurt Auto Show gives an idea of the new sports equipment that is available on the new four-door coupe.

Nissan GT Academy graduates going to Nurburgring for finals

By Aaron Turpen on September 20, 2013 - 3:54AM

Two of Nissan's latest GT Academy graduates are going for the Blancpain Endurance Series final round, vying for titles in teh Pro-Am class of this 2013 series. Nissan and Ferrari are only one point apart in this breakneck series. Plus watch a video interview of Steve Doherty about the race.

Tesla Motors confirms autonomous car self-driving plan for 2016

By David Herron on September 19, 2013 - 7:18PM

Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk has confirmed the company is developing an "auto-pilot" mode to be unveiled in 2016 (or so) that isn't fully autonomous driving.

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class four door coupe

Mercedes hits a home run with new 2014 CLA-Class design

By Denis Flierl on September 19, 2013 - 7:56AM

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class picks up top honors in readers' poll for "The most beautiful cars of 2013“: The style rebel is voted the most attractive car in its class.

This Mercedes SLT 250 ton-carrying truck will make you drool

By Denis Flierl on September 19, 2013 - 7:07AM

The new 2014 Mercedes-Benz Actros-SLT tractor is the ultimate heavy-duty truck and will make you want to get a license to drive it.

Nissan unveils all-new Datsun GO+ in brand revival for Indonesia

By Aaron Turpen on September 19, 2013 - 3:38AM

Nissan is bringing back the Datsun brand and is launching an all-new lineup for a key market, Indonesia, including this new 2014 Datsun GO+. Could this right-sized MPV see American sales down the line?

The first shipments of 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Coupes

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupes Deliveries Begin Today

By Patrick Rall on September 18, 2013 - 5:58PM

General Motors announced that the first truckload of 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupes left the Bowling Green Kentucky production facility en route to dealerships and happy new owners around the country - marking the official dealership launch of the C7 Corvette some 8 months after the car debuted in Detroit.

2014 Dodge Durango Offers Best Entry V6, Premium V8 Fuel Economy for Large SUVs

By Patrick Rall on September 18, 2013 - 5:12PM

The EPA has announced the official fuel economy numbers for the 2014 Dodge Durango and thanks to the new 8-speed automatic transmission, the revised Durango offers the best fuel economy of V6 and V8 powered large sport utility vehicles sold in America.

The front end of the new Ford SSP package

Ford Introduces First Ever Non-Pursuit Rated Police Vehicle

By Patrick Rall on September 18, 2013 - 3:49PM

Ford Motor Company announced today that they will begin offering their Taurus-based Police Interceptor Sedan with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine, marking the first time that Ford has ever offered a police vehicle that was not rated for high speed pursuit - instead focusing on power to save both the police departments and the taxpayers money at the pumps.

The 1 millionth Cadillac built in Lansing Grand River

GM's Lansing Michigan Plant Builds Its 1,000,000th Cadillac

By Patrick Rall on September 18, 2013 - 3:18PM

General Motors announced that on Monday, their Lansing Grand River plant in Michigan built its 1,000,000th Cadillac – most of which have been from the CTS lineup with the vast majority being the uber popular Cadillac CTS sedan.

2014 Subaru Outback gets tougher look with new styling

By Denis Flierl on September 18, 2013 - 7:48AM

Subaru has released details on the new 2014 Outback and it will adding new aggressive styling cues.

Everything you need to know about the new Mercedes CLA-Class

By Denis Flierl on September 18, 2013 - 6:56AM

The new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class four door coupe is just days away from its launch here in the U.S and the excitement is building.

The First SRT Viper GT3-R Prepares for its Daytona Racing Debut

By Patrick Rall on September 17, 2013 - 7:44PM

The Chrysler Group’s Street and Racing Technology Division has announced that the first Viper GT3-R race car is being prepared for Ben Keating’s race team with the expected debut coming at the Rolex 24 at Daytona Motor Speedway in January 2014.

Ford Builds its 2,000,000th EcoBoost Engine

By Patrick Rall on September 17, 2013 - 4:21PM

Ford Motor Company has announced that yesterday afternoon, the 2,000,000th EcoBoost engine was produced and loaded into a new Ford product – in this case a new Ford Escape packing the top of the line 2.0L 4-cylinder EcoBoost mill.

The new Chevrolet Sonic Global RallyCross car

Chevrolet Sonic to Join Global RallyCross This Weekend

By Patrick Rall on September 17, 2013 - 3:52PM

The folks from the Global RallyCross association have announced that General Motors has thrown its hat into the ring for the upcoming event in Charlotte this weekend with a new Chevrolet Sonic RallyCross car driven by former Subaru driver Patrick Moro - meaning that all three of the American automakers is now involved in the booming motorsport.

Jimmy Kimmel Live to shut Hollywood Boulevard for concerts by Paul McCartney and Timberlake

By John Goreham on September 17, 2013 - 1:22PM

With a little help from the Lexus IS Sport Sedan, JKL will shut down Hollywood Boulevard for two nights next week to showcase Justin Timberlake and Sir Paul McCartney in concert.

GM's Global Battery Systems Laboratory in Warren MI

GM challenging Tesla with new battery lab, 200 mile range electric car promises

By David Herron on September 17, 2013 - 1:19PM

General Motors is again promising to develop a 200 mile range electric car, and this time they're aiming to take on Tesla Motors whose own plan is to develop an affordable 200 mile range electric car.

2014 Nissan Quest gets sticker price, improves value over 2013 model

By Aaron Turpen on September 17, 2013 - 12:02PM

The 2014 Nissan Quest has an MSRP equal to the outgoing 2013 model, but the company has increased value with added features that improve value.

2014 Mercedes G63 AMG 6X6 Michael Douglas in The Reach

Michael Douglas meets massive co-star with six wheels and 544 hp

By Denis Flierl on September 17, 2013 - 7:34AM

Actor Michael Douglas met his new co-star, the 2014 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6x6 as he begins filming "The Reach."

Four reasons for Millennials to check out the 2014 Lancer Sportback

By Denis Flierl on September 17, 2013 - 7:08AM

The 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback is a practical yet stylish hatch for a new generation of buyers that makes the driver feel at one with the road.

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