Automotive News (Page 872)

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.

Mazda sets 10 year sales record with August numbers

By Aaron Turpen on September 5, 2013 - 2:35AM

Mazda North America sold over 28,000 vehicles in August, making this its best August of the past ten years. Both year-on-year and year-to-date sales are up, showing that the company is making inroads into the American market.

2013 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL at Petes by Aaron Turpen

Nissan sees 22.3% rise in sales, justifying its American investments

By Aaron Turpen on September 5, 2013 - 2:24AM

Nissan sold over 120,000 cars in August, setting a new record, most of them core models, though Infiniti also saw a nice uptick, proving that Nissan's aggressive growth and manufacturing increase plans are justified.

Toyota sales strong, but details matter

By John Goreham on September 4, 2013 - 8:15PM

Like almost all manufacturers Toyota's sales are strong. However, looking deep we can see that some models are doing amazingly well, and some others are actually behind last year. We break it down.

California legislature extends HOV sticker access for plug-in vehicles

By David Herron on September 4, 2013 - 8:10PM

Widely recognized as a sought-after perk, HOV access for solo drivers could drive electrified vehicle adoption as it did for hybrid vehicles a decade ago.

Put a Flawless 1965 Ford Mustang in Your Game Room for $9,995

By Patrick Rall on September 4, 2013 - 5:47PM

Ford Motor Company has announced that those enthusiasts who want to have the ultimate expression of Mustang fan-hood can now purchase a near life-sized 1965 Ford Mustang pool table that brings all of the beauty of the original American pony car right into their game room.

Nissan Leaf Posts Best Sales Month Ever in August - Still Gets Crushed by the Chevy Volt

By Patrick Rall on September 4, 2013 - 4:40PM

The Nissan Leaf posted its best sales month ever in August 2013 but due to the fact that the Chevrolet Volt also posted its best sales month ever – the extended range electric Chevy handed a sound beating to the all electric Nissan.

New Lexus LF-NX compact crossover to be unveiled in Germany

By John Goreham on September 4, 2013 - 3:49PM

The new Lexus LF-NX concept will be slotted in under the RX 350 in the Lexus sport utility line-up. Based on the concept's aggressive design it is clear that Lexus is tired of being called boring.

The 2014 Audi R8 Coupe and R8 Spyder. Image courtesy of AoA.

Audi USA sales jump 21.5% in August

By Don Bain on September 4, 2013 - 3:09PM

In eight short months, Audi has sold more cars in the USA during 2013 than the entire year of 2010; with a 21.5 percent jump this August alone, year over year.

2012 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Centenial Edition

A Smaller Twin Turbo V8 Could Power the C7 Corvette Stingray Z06 - or Z07?

By Patrick Rall on September 4, 2013 - 2:04PM

Rumors have surfaced that General Motors is working on a new higher performance of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray that will be powered by a smaller displacement twin turbocharged V8 and because it will follow the basic engineering direction of the C6 Z06 but with a new smaller engine – this new super Corvette could be called the Z07.

The Jeep Wrangler Polar to Debut in Frankfurt

By Patrick Rall on September 4, 2013 - 12:18PM

The Chrysler Group has announced the first of their Frankfurt Motor Show debuts with the new Jeep Wrangler Polar – a special edition package for the European market that is designed to commemorate the coldest place on Earth.

Ford Announces New Vignale Sub-Brand in Europe

By Patrick Rall on September 4, 2013 - 11:21AM

Ford Motor Company has announced that to offer European customers a more premium ownership experience, they are rolling out the new Vignale sub-brand – bringing a more luxurious feel to models currently offered overseas and beginning with the Ford Mondeo.

Future Cars: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution XI

By Denis Flierl on September 4, 2013 - 7:22AM

The new 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution XI is coming, but don’t expect it to be anything like the tenth-generation model.

Subaru Forester stealing sales from Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4

By Denis Flierl on September 4, 2013 - 7:10AM

The all-new 2014 Subaru Forester is outselling the 2014 Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V and Subaru is having problems keeping up with the demand.

Porsche 918 Spyder, a high speed high fuel efficiency supercar for the future

By David Herron on September 3, 2013 - 8:38PM

Porsche's newest plug-in hybrid, the 918 Spyder, which will debut at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, is a no-compromise supercar with the fuel efficiency of a compact car.

The 2015 Audi A3 sedan. Image courtesy of Audi

Will Audi be the next big player in car sharing?

By Don Bain on September 3, 2013 - 6:52PM

Audi may well be the next big player in the car sharing game if the document the DC Auto Geek found online is genuine, referring to a service labeled Audi Access.

Lexus announces 2013 Eco Challenge award worth $500K

By John Goreham on September 3, 2013 - 6:24PM

Lexus' 7th annual Eco Challenge is about to get underway. Students, teachers, and schools can earn up to $30,000 in prizes per winner.

What's behind Tesla's masive stock gains in 2013

By David Herron on September 3, 2013 - 5:57PM

Tesla Motors stock has risen over 400% in the last six months, and by market capitalization the company is rivaling the smaller automakers, which raises the question: Why?

Mazda3 Hatchbacks on Hiroshima to Frankfurt tour enter Moscow

By Aaron Turpen on September 3, 2013 - 3:42PM

Eight 2014 Mazda3 cars have made the harrowing journey from Hiroshima, Japan to Moscow, Russia on their way to the Frankfurt Motor Show over a total of 9,300 miles of some of the world's most questionable roads.

Bentley introduces hot new S models for Continental GT range

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

As if the Bentley Continental GT Convertible and Coupe were not beautiful enough, the Crew at Crewe is offering a sportier S model with even more driving excellence.

Nissan LEAF to make debut as first electric vehicle in South Africa

By Aaron Turpen on September 3, 2013 - 2:52PM

The 2014 Nissan LEAF will be making its debut at the Johannesburg International Motor Show and will go on sale as the first EV in the country.

The 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan 30th Anniversary Edition

Chrysler, Dodge to Get 30th Anniversary Edition Minivans

By Patrick Rall on September 3, 2013 - 2:31PM

The Chrysler minivan turns 30 years old later this year and to celebrate the vehicles that literally invented the minivan segment – the Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan will both benefit from a new 30th Anniversary Edition packages for 2014.

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray at the Woodward Dream Cruise

There Could be a Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Hybrid in the Works

By Patrick Rall on September 3, 2013 - 12:16PM

In the early days of the hybrid market, suggesting that General Motors may actually build a Chevrolet Corvette hybrid would have gotten a journalist laughed out of the room but in a recent interview with the LA Times – GM boss Mark Reuss warns us all that we shouldn’t be too quick to laugh at the idea.

Next Generation Lincoln MKS Could Pack Smaller EcoBoost, 9-Speed Transmission

By Patrick Rall on September 3, 2013 - 11:19AM

Ford Motor Company is expected to roll out the next generation Lincoln MKS within the next couple of years and when the new Ford luxury flagship arrives – it may feature a new EcoBoost V6 and a 9-speed automatic transmission that could make it one of the most efficient non-hybrid luxury cars on the market.

Jaguar C-X17 SUV image revealed ahead of German auto show

By John Goreham on September 3, 2013 - 9:38AM

Yes, you read that correctly. Jaguar has released the image below in advance of the unveiling of its new C-X17 design concept. Is Jaguar going to follow the Porsche survival guide?

2014 Honda Odyssey first minivan with Top Safety Pick+ rating

By John Goreham on September 3, 2013 - 9:07AM

Honda boldly asked the IIHS to test its new van. It has now joined a very short list of vehicles that have earned the highest possible safety rating.

2015 Mercedes GLA45 AMG seen testing at Nurburgring

By Denis Flierl on September 3, 2013 - 7:13AM

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA hasn’t even been officially unveiled and a new GLA45 AMG and A45 AMG Black Series were seen testing at Nurburgring.

Subaru expands 2014 Forester into largest auto market in the world

By Denis Flierl on September 3, 2013 - 7:04AM

Subaru already introduced the 2014 Forester and 2013 BRZ into China but will partner with Pangda Automobile Trade Co., Ltd and expand its global reach farther into China.

Dodge Dart GT Engine Standard for More Models in 2014

By Patrick Rall on September 2, 2013 - 10:14PM

The Chrysler Group has announced that the 2014 Dodge Dart will have several models featuring the performance tuned engine from the 2013 Dart GT - bringing improved performance to the majority of the packages for the new model year.

More Cadillac VSport Models Coming

By Patrick Rall on September 2, 2013 - 9:11PM

Earlier this week, a General Motors executive stated that there will likely be new Cadillac VSport models coming in the near future and while no details were offered on which current Caddys could get a VSport model – we can make some guesses as to what we could see in the next year or so.

Former Bentley CEO and head of Audi R&D leaving VW Group

By Aaron Turpen on September 2, 2013 - 3:28PM

Wolfgang Duerheimer has had a checkered role at the VW Group for years, moving from office to office repeatedly. Now, reports say that the former Bentley CEO is leaving for good.

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